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🎙 Episode 5: Friendship Advice for Teens (And Their Parents): How to Deal, Heal, & Know When to Let Go

Friendship can be one of the most joyful—and complicated—parts of growing up. In this episode, Elissa and Maggie (15) dive into the highs, lows, and drama that come with being a friend (and having them) at every age.

They break down:

✅ How we make friends as kids, teens, and adults
✅ What makes a friendship worth keeping—and when it’s time to walk away
✅ Why some friendships fade and others turn toxic
✅ When to talk to your parents about friend drama
✅ The role social media plays in comparison and conflict
✅ Tips for kids (and parents!) on making new friends, especially after big life changes

This mom and daughter keep it honest, insightful, and (as always) a little bit hilarious.

🔹 Takeaways & Challenges:

📌 Kids: Know that not all friendships are forever—and that’s okay.
📌 Parents: You can’t fix everything, but you can be a safe place to land.
📌 Everyone: Good friends make you feel seen, safe, and supported. If it’s more stress than joy… it might be time to let go.

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👉 What’s the best (or worst) friendship advice you’ve ever gotten?

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🎙 Nature vs. Nurture – How Much of Who We Are is Because of Mom (and Dad)

🔹 Episode Summary:
 Are we born this way… or did our parents make us this way? In this episode of I Get It From My Mom, Elissa, Ava, and Maggie dive into the age-old debate of Nature vs. Nurture. From emotional habits to sense of humor, salty vs. sweet preferences to zodiac signs and birth order—they break down:

✅ What traits are definitely genetic vs. totally learned
✅ What are the debatable qualities that are possibly a combination of nature and nurture
✅ Whether your star sign or birth order actually explains your personality
✅ If it’s possible to really change who you are—or if we’re all just our parents with better playlists

With plenty of laughs and some surprising insights, this episode explores how much of who we are is in our DNA… and how much we choose along the way.

🎧 Listen now to hear who’s the most stubborn, who’s the biggest planner, and who blames Mom the most (spoiler: it’s all in good fun).

🔹 Takeaways & Challenges:
 📌 Parents—some things about your kids just are. Support them instead of trying to “fix” them.
📌 Kids—just because you inherited something doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it. Own it—or shape it.
📌 Everyone—ask yourself: What’s one thing you love (or hate) that you know came from your family?

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 👉 What quirky trait did you get from your mom or dad? Tell us on Instagram @i.get.it.from.mymom!
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🌱 Whether it’s nature, nurture, or a bit of both—how we grow is up to us.

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🎧 Episode 3: Rules Are Made To Be...Questioned?

Rules—they’re everywhere. From what time you get home to whether or not you really need to wear a jacket. In this episode of I Get It From My Mom, Elissa, Ava, and Maggie sit down for a spirited and funny conversation about the rules that shape our homes, our choices, and our sanity.

They dig into:

✅ The real reason parents make safety rules (hint: it’s not just to ruin your night)
✅ Why some rules feel arbitrary and how teens really feel about them
✅ How expectations shift between siblings—and whether younger kids have it easier
✅ What happens when there are too many (or too few) rules in a family

From bedtime battles to Uber protocols to clean-room debates, this episode unpacks how rules evolve, how they’re enforced, and why the best ones actually prepare you for life.

🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself—are these rules totally fair, or just plain frustrating?

🔹 Takeaways & Challenges:
📌 Parents—explain the why behind your rules. You might get more buy-in than you think.
📌 Teens—ask yourself: “Am I annoyed by the rule, or do I just not like being told what to do?” (👀)
📌 Everyone—think about the balance between structure and freedom. Are your household rules setting you up to thrive?

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👉 What’s the most debated rule in your house? Share it with us on Instagram @i.get.it.from.mymom!
👉 Know a mom or teen who's constantly arguing about curfews or cleaning up? Send this their way!

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📌 Because sometimes, questioning the rules… leads to better ones.

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🎙 Talk Less, Listen More

🔹 Episode Summary:
Listening—it sounds simple, but it’s one of the hardest things to do, especially between parents and kids. In this episode of I Get It From My Mom, Elissa, Ava, and Maggie get real about why truly listening (without interrupting or rushing to fix things) is so important in their relationships. They break down:

✅ Why parents sometimes give advice when kids just want to vent
✅ How kids can do a better job of actually hearing their parents out
✅ The little signs that show when someone really needs to be listened to
✅ The balance between giving advice and just being present

The trio shares personal stories, a few hard truths, and some much-needed laughs about the messy art of communication. By the end, they even challenge each other (and their listeners!) to be better listeners this week.

🎧 Listen now and find out if you’re more of a talker or a listener!

🔹 Takeaways & Challenges:
📌 Parents—next time your kid starts talking, ask: “Do you want advice or do you just need to vent?”
📌 Kids—try listening to your parents before immediately saying, “I know” (because sometimes… they’re actually right 🙃).
📌 Everyone—watch for non-verbal cues when someone’s not talking. Silence can say a lot.

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👉 Have a funny (or frustrating) listening fail? Tell us in the comments on Instagram at @i.get.it.from.mymom!
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👂 Let’s all commit to talking less and listening more! 💛

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🎙 Working Moms & Mom Guilt

🔹 Episode Summary:
Working moms, we see you—and we get it. The constant juggling act, the guilt trips (both self-imposed and from others), and the worry about whether we’re doing enough for our kids. In this first episode of I Get It From My Mom, Elissa, Ava, and Maggie take a deep dive into the realities of growing up with a working mom.

They explore:
 ✅ The early days of maternity leave ending and the struggle of returning to work
 ✅ How kids actually feel about their moms working (spoiler: it’s not as bad as we think!)
✅ The balance between being involved and giving kids the independence they need
✅ Whether working mom guilt even matters in the long run

Through honest conversation and some hilarious throwback stories, this episode sheds light on what it’s really like for both moms and their kids as they navigate careers, parenting, and everything in between.

🎧 Listen now for some real talk on work, motherhood, and letting go of the guilt! (And pardon the audio inconsistencies in our first-ever podcast!)

🔹 Takeaways & Reflection:
📌 Moms—your guilt is real, but your kids may not even feel it the way you think.
📌 Kids—parents work hard, but that doesn’t mean they love you any less.
📌 Everyone—family balance looks different for everyone, and that’s okay!

💬 Join the Conversation:
👉 What’s your biggest struggle as a working mom (or as a kid of one)? Share your thoughts in the comments on Instagram at @i.get.it.from.mymom!
👉 Tag a working mom who needs to hear this episode!

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💼💛 Let’s ditch the guilt and celebrate the chaos of working motherhood!