For Sara, a solo parent who can’t simply say “Watch the kids, I’ll be right back,” grocery shopping is a family affair that frequently involves donuts, Hot Wheels, deli orders, self-checkout “teamwork,” and her four-year-old saying hello to literally every person in the store.
In this episode, Sara breaks down why she believes her son is obsessed with the grocery store. Hint: it’s what he gets to buy, what he gets to do, what he gets to see, and most importantly, who he gets to do it all with. She reflects on why these ordinary moments can become such big experiences for kids and highlights the joy in watching weekly rituals turn into meaningful memories.
Plus: the day she told a small strategic lie, and why her son’s been announcing it loudly in public ever since.
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🎙 Hosted, Produced & Edited by: Sara Amin
🎨 Cover Art by: Esha Janssens-Sannon