LifeaccordingtoRick

LifeaccordingtoRick

By Rick TejedaParentingKids & Family
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  • Ep. 27 Imperfectly Perfect

    Episode 27 of Life According to Rick is a special one.

    This episode is called “Imperfectly Perfect” — a reflection on 10 years together and 5 years of marriage with my wife.

    I talk about what real marriage looks like beyond the highlight reels. The growth, the communication struggles, the therapy, the blended family journey, and learning how to keep choosing each other through every season of life.

    Marriage isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency, accountability, and growing through everything life throws at you together. From becoming a family, to becoming better partners, to learning each other through different versions of ourselves, this episode is all real talk.

    To my wife… happy anniversary. I love you.

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    7 min
  • Ep. 26 Near Breakdowns & Life Wake-Up Calls

    In Episode 26, I sit down with Lil Ricky for a real, unfiltered conversation about life, growth, and the lessons you don’t always learn the easy way.

    We talk about mistakes, money decisions, growing up, and how life experiences shape the way you move today. From driving stories and near breakdown moments to deeper conversations about family, responsibility, and legacy—this episode covers it all.

    No script. No filters. Just real conversation between family


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    1 hr 37 min
  • Ep. 25 Family Isn't Always Blood

    In Episode 25 of Life According to Rick Podcast, we dive into a powerful conversation about family — and how it’s not always defined by blood.

    This episode explores chosen family, loyalty, and the people who become your support system through life’s ups and downs. We talk about the bonds that are built, not given, and why sometimes the strongest family connections come from unexpected places.

    Real talk, real perspective, and a reminder that family is about connection, not just DNA.

    If this resonates with you, share it and let someone know they’re family too.


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    10 min
  • Mother's Day Special

    A special Mother’s Day episode dedicated to all the moms — present and past, bonus moms, new moms, and every woman who carries that role.

    I reflect on my mom and grandmother who are no longer here, and what their presence still means in my life today. I also talk about my wife and her journey into motherhood as we raise our son together.

    Me and Harlem open this special episode with a real family moment that sets the tone for everything that follows.

    Happy Mother’s Day from my family to yours ❤️

    9 min
  • Ep. 24 He Carried Us

    Episode 24 is a little different.


    This time, the host takes a backseat as my wife Julez takes over the podcast to share her perspective on the man behind Life According to Rick.


    From fatherhood and marriage to mental health, postpartum, sacrifice, and the unseen pressure men carry, this episode is one of the most personal and heartfelt conversations we’ve shared on this platform.


    Sometimes the strongest people are the ones silently carrying the most.


    Thank you guys for listening and supporting the journey.


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    23 min
  • Ep. 23 Daddy With The Microphone

    This week life didn't slow down at all.

    ER visits, no sleep, work pressure, stepping up at home, and still finding small moments of peace with Harlem in between it all.

    But even in chaos... life keeps moving forward.

    New promotion, new responsibilities, same mission-keep going.

    Appreciate y'all for listening. More life, more real moments.

    -LifeAccordingToRick Ep. 23


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    10 min
  • Ep. 22 Through Her Eyes: Growing Up With My Dad

    This episode is different. Me and Kiana sit down for a real father-daughter conversation that goes deeper than surface-level memories. We talk about what it was really like raising kids as a young single dad, the moments she saw that I thought I hid well, and the emotional weight of doing everything alone while still trying to show up. We also get into growth — how we both process emotions now, breaking old patterns, and learning how to talk to each other as adults instead of just “dad and daughter.” This one is raw, reflective, and honest in a way that only time and growth can make possible. Thank you for listening to Life According to Rick.

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    50 min
  • Ep. 21 Parent Vs Friend... Where Do You Stand?

    In this episode, I open up about parenting, discipline, and the difference between being a father first versus trying to be a friend.

    I reflect on my own upbringing, how I was raised, and the lessons I carried into raising my older kids- including the structure, discipline, and values passed down from my grandmother.

    Now as a father to my son Harlem, I see parenting differently in real time- focusing on early structure, responsibility, and preparing kids for the real world.

    I also talk about modern parenting, blurred boundaries, and why I believe timing and structure matter when raising children.

    At the end of the day, every parent has their own style... but for me, it will always be father first.


    11 min
  • Ep. 20 Harlem's World... We Just Live In It

    Episode 20 is a real-life look into a hectic but meaningful weekend of parenting, family, and growth.

    From reviving old Marvel opening night traditions, to a Mario Galaxy move night with Harlem, to a very real Saturday of food shopping and toddler chaos-this episode captures the balance between exhaustion and joy as a parent.

    Harlem is growing fast, finding his personality, and showing us the world in his own unique way-from the "Earth Song" to "Oochie Wally."

    It's chaotic, it's funny, it's overwhelming... but it's real life.

    It's Harlem's World... we just live in it.

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    19 min
  • Ep. 19 Preparing for Fatherhood at 49

    My friend Craig @Singledadreboot joins me to share his journey starting fatherhood again at 49. From expecting his daughter around Memorial Day, to juggling preparations styles with his wife Natalia, we talk about the joys, challenges, and surprises of welcoming a newborn later in life.

    Highlights include:

    • Balancing emotional prep vs planner prep for pregnancy
    • Newborn classes, swaddling, and modern baby tech
    • Preparing home and family for baby Isabella
    • Bilingual parenting and Dominican cultural ties
    • Reflecting on second chances and the miracle of life

    This episode is full of laughs, wisdom, and heartfelt reflections-perfect for parents, soon-to-be parents, or anyone who loves parenting stories.

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    36 min

About LifeaccordingtoRick

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Thank you for joining LifeaccordingtoRick, I'll be discussing my life and experiences as a single parent, and now as a husband raising a toddler over the age of 40.