🎙️ Dear Primas, Let's FaceTime… 📱💌

Primas, answer the FaceTime because we have THINGS to discuss. 😂 This week feels less like a podcast episode and more like one of those FaceTime calls where you start with, "Okay, what are you watching right now?" and somehow end up talking about books, kids, sauna strangers, and everything that happened this week.

Kristi and Clari are catching up on what we're currently watching plus the books we've been reading and listening to lately. 📚📺

And then… we need to discuss the sauna. 😂 From discovering that sauna reading might actually be the ultimate sweet escape to some very interesting people-watching moments, apparently the sauna has become its own source of entertainment. We're also catching up on the kids, their latest activities, balancing screen time with getting outside, and what family life is looking like lately. Basically, this episode has no agenda, just the kind of conversations you'd have when your prima calls and says, "Wait, I have to tell you something…"

In this episode:

✨ What we're watching right now

📚 What we're reading + listening to

🔥 Why sauna reading might be elite

😂 Our latest awkward/funny sauna encounters

👀 Shows we have THOUGHTS about

💌 Kid updates + family life lately

☕ Finding little pockets of downtime in everyday life

So grab your cafecito, put your headphones in, and pretend we're all on FaceTime together. And primas—we need recommendations! 👇🏼

What are you watching or reading right now?

💌 If you don't have a prima to FaceTime, you have us.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and episode overview 01:44 TV shows currently watching: The Morning Show and The Bear 02:33 Thoughts on The Ultimatum and season critiques 03:42 Podcast updates and social media engagement 04:24 Other shows: Sweet Magnolias, Cobain series, and more 05:51 Books read: Yesteryear and summer reads 07:43 Listening to books and sauna reading experiences 08:24 Sauna stories: funny and awkward moments 10:35 Kids' activities and family updates 13:33 Upcoming fall TV and dance classes for kids

🎙️ Dear Sweet Escape ☀️💌

Primas… can we talk about the sweet escapes that keep us going?

Whether it's a solo Target run, an evening walk, a workout, a coffee in silence, or just getting out of the house for an hour, sometimes the smallest breaks make the biggest difference.

In this episode, Kristi and Clari are catching up after a busy summer filled with travel, family visits, kids' activities, and trying to find a rhythm that works. We're talking about the routines that help us stay grounded, the flexibility motherhood constantly demands, and why communicating with our partners about what we need isn't selfish, it's necessary!!

We also chat about: ✨ Creating routines that actually work for your family ✨ Getting out of the house with kids (even when it's a whole production) ✨ Why moms need breaks before they reach their breaking point ✨ Summer schedules, family visits, and balancing everyone's needs ✨ Finding little moments of self-care without the guilt

If you've ever ended the day thinking, "I feel completely gassed," or wondered how other moms manage to pour into everyone else while still taking care of themselves... this conversation is for you!

So grab your cafecito ☕, take a deep breath, and come hang out with your primas!

Because sometimes your sweetest escape is simply knowing you're not doing this alone. 💌

👇 We'd love to hear from you in the comments: What's your version of a "sweet escape"? A walk? Reading? Golf? A Target run? Tell us! We're always looking for ideas. 🤍

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Currently Reading:

Kristi: The Hotel Nantucket

Clari: The Five-Star Weekend

Currently watching:

Clari: The Morning Show

Kristi: A Toxic Love Story

🎙️ Dear Primas, Welcome!

💌 Whether you've been here since episode one or you just found us through the internet rabbit hole, we're so happy you're here. 🤍

In this episode, we're taking it back to the beginning and officially introducing ourselves. We're sharing who we are beyond the microphones, our families, motherhood journeys, marriages, big life changes, and how Dear Primas came to be.

From navigating postpartum together to raising little ones, building businesses, moving across states, and figuring out what this season of life looks like, we're reflecting on how much has changed since we first hit record. This conversation feels like sitting down with your primas over cafecito and finally answering the question: "Wait... how do y'all know each other again?" 😅

If you're new here, welcome. If you've been with us for a while, thank you for growing alongside us! 💕 Because Dear Primas has never just been a podcast it's a place for women figuring it out, one season at a time!

So grab your cafecito ☕, get comfy, and let us properly introduce ourselves.

If you don't have a prima, we're your primas. 💌

Currently reading: Kristi: Drowning in Paper Flowers

Currently watching: Clari: The Burbs

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🎙️ Dear Quarterly Check-In 💌

Primas… consider this your official quarterly life update. 😅☕

In this episode, Kristi and Clari are catching up on all the things the good, the messy, and the very real. From unexpected illnesses and trying to survive the never-ending germs that come with kids, to fitness goals, family life, and figuring out how to take care of ourselves while taking care of everyone else.

We're sharing what's been working, what's not, and the little things currently getting us through this season. Of course, we also dive into what we're watching, reading, and obsessing over lately because you know the group chat always ends up there. 📚📺

Think of this episode as grabbing a coffee with your primas and saying, "Okay, what's been going on with you lately?"

Because sometimes life doesn't need a big theme or a perfectly wrapped lesson. Sometimes you just need a check-in.

So grab your cafecito ☕ and come catch up with us. 💕

If you don't have a prima to send a life update to, we're your primas. 💌

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life Updates 01:44 Dealing with Illness and Family Sickness 06:45 Fitness Goals and Motivation Challenges 13:46 Self-Care, Routines, and Personal Growth 19:40 Entertainment Picks: Shows, Books, and More 29:22 Balancing Motherhood and Personal Time 38:59 Reflections on Life, Sleep, and Self-Improvement 48:39 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Resources

Libby App for free books and audiobooks - https://libbyapp.com Kalahari Resort in Round Rock - https://www.kalahariresorts.com Ellen Hildebrand's books - https://www.ellenhildebrand.com Schitt's Creek on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/80044950 Handmaid's Tale on Hulu - https://www.hulu.com/series/the-handmaids-tale-3f4f7b4f-4f4f-4f4f-8f4f-4f4f4f4f4f4f Vibration Plate on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=vibration+plate Raven Hood series by Kristi Delafuente - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Raven+Hood+series

🎙 Dear Mamacita 💐☕

Primas… Mamacitas...Mother's Day is coming up, and we have QUESTIONS 😅

Like… what do you actually want? A thoughtful gift? A quiet house? A hotel room alone with uninterrupted sleep?? 👀

In this episode, Kristi and Clari are talking all things Mother's Day! What do we truly want in this season of motherhood? We're sharing past Mother's Day experiences, and the reality that sometimes all a mom wants is caffeine and nobody touching her for 2-4 hours 😭💅

From flowers and gifts to alone time and quality time, we're unpacking the question: Do we want presents, peace and quiet… or both? 😅💌

This episode feels like a Mother's Day group chat with your primas funny, honest, and full of love for the moms doing their best every single day. So grab your cafecito ☕ (hopefully while it's still hot) and come sit with us, mamacitas 💕

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Currently Reading:

Kristi: One Last Rainy Day

Currently watching:

Clari: Love Island: Beyond the Villa

Kristi: Euphoria

🎙 Dear Chat, How Does One Make Friends…As An Adult?

Primas… why does making friends as an adult feel harder than dating??

😅 In this episode, Kristi and Clari are getting real about something we don't talk about enough: how to actually make friends in this season of life. Between motherhood, busy schedules, and just being a little more… aware (and maybe a little more tired), putting yourself out there can feel awkward, intimidating, and honestly, a little vulnerable.

We're sharing our own experiences the good, the awkward, and the "should I text her or is that weird?" moments along with practical ways to meet people, build genuine connections, and find your people in a world that doesn't make it as easy as it used to be!

Because friendships don't just happen like they did when we were younger! They take intention, effort, and sometimes a little courage.

If you've ever thought:

"Why is this so hard?"

"Where do I even meet people?"

"Is it too late to make new friends?"

Primas… this one is for you. 💕

If you don't have a group chat like this yet, we're your primas 💌

Grab your cafecito ☕ and let's figure it out together.

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Currently Reading:

Kristi: #acotar : #acourtofthornsandroses #acourtoffrostandstarlight

Clari: #remindersofhim

Currently watching:

Clari: Paradise

Kristi: Summer House

Primas… can we talk about the fact that we're señoras now?? 😅

Like… we grew up in the 90s with dial-up internet, LimeWire downloads, and parents yelling "get off the house phone," and somehow now we're the ones packing lunch boxes, scheduling dentist appointments, and reminding our kids to drink water.

In this episode, Kristi and Clari unpack the very specific species that is the millennial mom. The moms who grew up riding bikes until the streetlights came on… but now track their kids' location, Google/ChatGPT every symptom, and send calendar invites for playdates months in advance.

We talk about how technology shaped our generation, the social media habits we swore we wouldn't have (but somehow do), and the parenting styles that make millennial moms… well, millennial moms. From nostalgia about our childhood to the way we're raising our kids today, this episode is a funny, honest look at the behaviors that define this era of motherhood.

Because let's be honest, we're still youthful, still figuring it out, and just trying to raise good humans while remembering where we put our caffeine. ☕

If you're a 90's baby turned señora, this one is for you. 💅Share this with a 90's baby who is now someone's mom 😅

Grab your cafecito and come laugh with your Primas.

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Currently Reading:

Kristi: #acotar : #2 #acourtofthornsandroses #acourtofmistandfury

Clari: #remindersofhim

Currently watching:

Clari: Paradise

Kristi: A Love Story

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Dear Primas 04:41 Beverage Choices and Spring Break Vibes 09:35 Audiobook Adventures 14:21 TV Show Obsessions 19:17 Millennial Reflections and Responsibilities 20:03 The Evolution of Technology and Its Impact on Millennials 22:07 Gentle Parenting: The Millennial Mom's Dilemma 33:06 Navigating Personal Devices and Screen Time 37:42 Fostering Social Skills in a Digital Age 42:26 Navigating Screen Time and Outdoor Play 45:13 The Debate on Technology and Kids 46:46 Fast Food Culture and Parenting Challenges 49:04 Millennial Parenting and Independence 52:09 Balancing Freedom and Responsibility in Parenting 55:55 Nostalgia and the Millennial Experience

🎙 Dear Family, Are We Complete

Primas… this one is tender. 🥹💌

In this episode, Kristi and Clari open up about a question that quietly sits in so many moms' hearts: Are we complete? From planning Santi's first birthday without family nearby, to the emotional weight of those early wake-ups and sleepless nights, we talk honestly about the newborn bubble, how beautiful it is, how fleeting it feels, and how exhausting it can be when you're in it.

We unpack the realities of having kids close in age, the physical toll of motherhood that no one fully prepares you for, and how deeply personal the decision to grow your family really is. Is there a "right" age gap? Is there a perfect number? Or are we all just figuring it out as we go?

We also talk about the differences in raising boys and girls, the importance of partner support, and why open communication matters more than ever when you're navigating these life-changing decisions together.

If you've ever wondered whether your family is complete… or whether your heart still wants more… this conversation is for you.

💕 No pressure. No judgment. Just real talk from two Primas learning as they go.

Grab your cafecito ☕ and come sit with us! Let's get into it Primas!

Currently Watching:

Clari- Paradise

Currently Reading:

Kristi- Everyone is lying to you Jo Piazza

Clari- Listen for the lie

Let's get into it Primas!

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Primas… we have THOUGHTS. 😅💅

In this episode, Clari and Kristi are doing what we do best catching up on what we're watching, what we're reading, and the shows that absolutely have a chokehold on us right now.

From His & Hers to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Tell Me Lies, we're unpacking the twists, the red flags, the characters who make questionable choices, and why we're still so invested. SPOILER ALERT***

This convo feels like the group chat after everyone finishes the same show a little nostalgic, a little "why are we like this?"

So grab your cafecito ☕, settle in, and come spiral with us. And don't forget to tell us what YOU'RE watching next because if there's one thing we're always ready for, it's more recommendations. 💌

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Primas… if January has you easing in instead of going all in, this one's for you. 💅✨

In this episode, Kristi and Clari are reconnecting after the New Year and pressing pause on the pressure. We're talking motherhood, growth, and what it really looks like to balance family life when you're doing it from different states and different seasons of life. This conversation feels like a journal entry read out loud. We reflect on why Dear Primas has always been about honesty over perfection, why community matters more than ever for moms, and why it's okay to not have everything figured out right now. January isn't about reinventing yourself, it's a soft launch into the year, and we're learning to take it one day at a time.

If you don't have a prima to text, we're your Primas. 💌

So grab your cafecito ☕, settle in, and come chat with us because you're not behind, you're right where you're supposed to be!

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Currently Reading:

Kristi: The Girl Who Was Taken

Currently watching:

Clari:

Kristi: Steal

Chapters

00:00 Welcome Back and New Year Greetings 02:32 What is Dear Prima? 04:44 The Evolution of the Podcast 08:38 Building a Community of Moms 10:15 New Year Reflections and Family Goals 12:44 The Pressure of New Year's Resolutions 18:40 Finding Balance and Being Active 21:02 Miami's Vibrant Sports Culture 24:50 Navigating Parenting and Sports 29:32 The Realities of Kids in Sports 38:43 Engaging with Our Community