You may have already enjoyed episode 20 where we talk about giving ourselves grace during a survival time but what about when things calm down again and you're STILL overwhelmed? 

It's time to lower those expectations! Today we'll walk you through how to determine your top priorities and learn to let go of all the rest without guilt or drama. We can't wait for you to get the peace and contentment that comes with leaving the less important tasks behind.

Bonnie's blog post about How Kids Thrive When Ovewhelmed

Be careful, this episode might make you drool!  But seriously, why do kids ask for snacks so often?

In this episode, we address normal and unhealthy reasons kids ask for snacks, what we specifically feed them for snacks in different situations, and some of our favorite (more grown up!) snack options too.

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Please support our podcast on Patreon! (Special video about cooking ribs for supper going up this week!!)

Mentioned in this episode:

Chalk Pastel Art for kids

Episode 90: What we eat and feed our kids

Episode 98: Breakfast - Ideas, Meal Plans, Tips and More

Episode 114: Lunch Ideas

Episode 123: Dinner How to & Ideas

Episode 60: Parasites

Bunny Crackers

Mingua Beef Jerky

Healthy Nutella

Bonnie's favorite protein balls

Audrey's favorite energy bites

Best fat bomb recipes

Do you know your Enneagram type?  Do you know how this information can help you be a better parent?  In this Episode, Bonnie & Audrey interview Ashley Schubert, busy mom, author, and certified Enneagram coach.  Learn how you can use your Enneagram type to be a better parent, spouse and all around person!

Take an Enneagram test before listening to this episode if you don't know your type!

Descriptions of the 9 Enneagram types

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Mentioned in this episode:

Ashley Schubert's website

Ashley's books on Amazon

Enneagram Institute

The Road Back to You

Typology Podcast

Episode 13: Picky Eaters

Episode 51: The Myth of Balance

Episode 109: Teenagers

Let's face it, learning to control our impulses (to yell, run; be destructive, violent and more) is a natural part of learning to be human. But some little ones struggle with these impulses more than others.

Today's episode is for you moms (and dads) who might be wracking your brains to understand and better help these children express themselves appropriately. We've got you covered!

Helpful Articles:

Scholastic

Improve memory

Understanding Impulsivity

Additude Mag

Episode on getting a baby to sleep (and calm)

Episode on Kids and Tantrums

Support us on Patreon 

Rescue Remedy Oil Blend

Lavendar Essential Oil

Cheer Up Buttercup Oil Blend

Lemon Essential Oil

If you have kids, you know that they grow and their clothes have to be managed.  In this episode we cover everything from where we find the best deals on kids clothes, our favorite sewing sources, how to store clothes before passing them on to the next child, and what to do with the ones they outgrow.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 11: Kids & Laundry

Episode 25: How to Afford Kids

Bonnie's blog post on matching kids clothes

Bonnie's blog post on affordable baby clothes

Audrey's blog post on sewing for teens and tweens

Audrey's blog post about capsule wardrobes

Project Run & Play pattern shop

soft leather baby shoes

Chalk & Notch patterns

True Bias patterns

Megan Nielsen patterns

Raspberry Creek Fabrics

Sleep is wonderful and magical...and it's absolute torture when you (or your children) aren't getting enough! We're sharing our experience with sorting through the logistics of getting kids to sleep (and helping them stay that way!).

We're both pros at ensuring everyone gets plenty of sleep, even with lots of siblings and in very small spaces. If you're suffering from lack of sleep, we know there's something in here to help you!

Episode 21 - Breastfeeding

Episode 8 - Kids and Sleep

Episode 106 - Getting Babies to Sleep

Episode 60 - Parasites

White Noise Machine

Sleepytime Tea

Essential Oils for Sleep

Finding reliable and affordable childcare can be so difficult and frustrating! We're sharing all our expertise on how to make sure you can work, relax, run errands or just get a break from kids while leaving them in the hands of a super capable sitter or nanny. 

Including: where to look, how to train them, mother's helpers vs babysitters, what to pay them, using teen siblings as sitters and more!

Sibling Rivalry Episode

Travel without Kids Episode

Date Night Episode

College is often a big, scary, expensive goal on the horizon of a child's life. Our guests today are sharing their unique plan for helping teens and young adults find and prepare for their perfect career without wasting time and money!

Beth and Greg Langston are former professionals in education and business who have turned their talents to inspiring and aiding young adults in their quest for a meaningful college education. The Langstons' business, College Flight Plan, has already helped hundreds of kids figure out what education and career they're best suited for. We can't wait for you to hear more about their amazing tools!

Learn more about College Flight Plan here

Use code PROMO21 for a 10% discount on all their services

Does your child have an imaginary friend or a personified object?  (Think Calvin & Hobbes!)  If you're wondering about their mental stability, please listen to this episode where we demystify imaginary friends and personified objects and discover the benefits of pretend play.

This episode is brought to you by Silo & Sage.  Try their self-directed learners course (it's unbelievably cheap!) to set your kid on their way to educational success.)

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Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 126: Making and Keeping friends for kids

Splodger book

Summer offers so many opportunities!  In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey share how to make intentional choices so this summer can be exactly what your family needs it to be.

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This episode is brought to you by ChalkPastel.com our kids FAVORITE way to create art!

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 73: Summer School Activities

Episode 79: Schedules, Systems & Routines

Episode 83: Home Organization

Episode 32: One on One Time with Kids

Savvy Reading program

FREE Everyday Reading Summer Reading Chart

Wonderland Math (formerly Revolution Math)

FREE Khan Academy

Nitro Type

Mavis Beacon teaches Typing

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