Mom Jeans and Minivans

What happens when mom instincts start whispering, something’s up? We ask questions, we do research, we keep a closer eye and ear out for anything more to these gut feelings, and we turn to the professionals. 

This week, Morgen and Trisha sit down with someone especially close to home, a mom of two boys and one of Morgen’s nearest and dearest, to talk about navigating evaluations and services for their kids. From reading support in private school to speech services in public programs and autism assessments, they unpack the confusing world of age cutoffs, state coverage, and those early signs you just can’t ignore. And in true mom-life fashion, expect a few surprise cameos from Harlow and Charlie along the way because mom life doesn’t pause… a reminder that these conversations are happening in the middle of real, messy, beautiful life. 

Trisha’s mention of a wobble chair:

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This week on Mom Jeans & Minivans, Morgan and Trisha chat with Dr. Ash, a “concierge doctor” (as Morgen has so accurately coined him). 

Dr. Ash brings a refreshingly human approach to healthcare, focusing on value-based, preventative care rather than quick fixes. With his background in internal medicine, he dives into everything from social determinants of health to the pitfalls of insurance barriers and the overuse of procedures.

As usual, it’s not all work; Dr. Ash also shares his joys and struggles as a parent. Plus, we’re thrilled to share that this episode marks our second time navigating both mom and dad -fessions. This episode is an eye-opening, empowering, and surprisingly fun deep dive into modern medicine. Grab your coffee, hop in the carpool line (or listen when your brain won’t turn off at night), and join us!

This week on Mom Jeans and Minivans, Morgen and Trisha tackle one of the most important and often intimidating parts of parenting: having the big conversations with our kids. From talking about bodies and boundaries with 6-year-olds to navigating puberty, sex, and body image as they grow older, they share their approach to these topics with honesty, age-appropriate language, and a whole lot of grace.

They also discuss how they talk to their kids about people who are “different from the norm,” whether that’s physical differences, gender identity, or cultural diversity, and why starting these conversations early creates empathy, confidence, and a healthy sense of self.

Whether your child is still in diapers or already asking the tough questions, this episode is full of relatable stories, thoughtful strategies, and plenty of laughs along the way. Because let’s face it: parenting isn’t perfect, but we’re in this together!

In this episode, Trisha and Morgen open up about the journey of raising highly sensitive, empathic children—and the delicate balance of nurturing their emotions while helping them grow stronger and more resilient.

This week, we are excited to welcome a special guest, Kasia. She is a mother of two, a working professional in the health industry, a wife, a fantastic friend, and an avid baker. Originally from Poland, Kasia has been living in the United States for ten years.

After the November election, she, along with Trisha and Morgen, experienced a wave of emotions. For all of us, the issue was never simply about Democrats versus Republicans; rather, it centered around compassion, acceptance, and openness to those who may be different from us. 

In this episode, we openly discuss our feelings and the challenges we face in making a positive difference in the world for our children’s future. We explore how we can raise "dragon slayers" and examine the reality that good people can make poor choices when misinformed. 

As always, we want to hear from all of you! Feel free to connect with us on Instagram or via email at [email protected]. This episode may be polarizing, and we welcome all opinions. It serves as a reminder that we are all people with feelings, and open conversations are best conducted with kindness and an open mind.

Morgen and Trisha celebrated the end of 2024 by recognizing their incredible journey as badass mamas (with Morgen leading the charge, but let's not forget that all parents are truly remarkable in their own right). Join us as Morgen shares her inspiring story of managing three children while her husband, Phil, was hospitalized for 10 days, all while balancing a full-time job. Her village has been a true lifeline through it all.

Here is the link to Phil’s donor site!  

Wishing you and your families a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year! Here’s to a healthy and fulfilling 2025!

Morgen and Trisha are back and diving straight into a sizzling topic (pun intended)—perimenopause! Get ready for an eye-opening conversation that promises to spark insightful discussions and shed light on this important phase of life.

It’s been a while, but Morgen and Trisha could not be happier about being back together to record! Life gets a little crazy, but finding their space here means so much to them, so thank you to everyone joining. Today is all about their parental learnings! 

Screentime is topic #1: How much is too much? How do you monitor it? Have you noticed any changes in your child’s behavior?

New to this episode, Morgen and Trisha added the one-liners—you know, those things that the kids say that make you mortified, chuckle, and sometimes at a loss for words. They give the top three things their kids have said in addition to their momfessions. Till next time, ciao!!!

Well, this episode will give you some insight into why we’ve been off the grid for a while (with pop-in appearances from all the kiddos). Morgen and Trisha catch up on life, love, health, and family as they keep it real with all the big feelings. Life has a funny way of reminding us how short it is, what is truly important, and what we’re made of. Transitions and challenges are inevitable in life, and it’s how we handle them that builds our character.

Listen in to get an update on what has been happening in the lives of Morgen and Trisha, and give them an update on your own life at [email protected].