Raising the Rivenbarks

Danielle is back on the podcast train! We’re hoping to get back on the every other week podcast schedule. There has been so much change in our household with the welcoming of our newest addition. We not only had a child, but we also have the reactions of all the children and how they’ve adjusted to new life with four!

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This week we’re talking about New Year’s Resolutions and our one word theme of the year. For those that have been following us it’s not surprising that Jerry is anti-arbitrary dates for jumping into resolutions.

Danielle has picked the word “expectations” to guide her year and Jerry has picked “empathize.” We’ll be sure to check in about our progress throughout the year. Listen in to hear us explain our plans for our one word themes.

Our parenting picks of the week:

Jerry’s Pick: Car Seat Organizer by Modni

Danielle’s Pick: Zoo Membership - NC Zoo Membership

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This episode Danielle is flying solo talking about all the things she’s thankful for this year.

In case you haven’t heard baby #4 is on the way and a good pregnancy definitely made the list!

Danielle also answers a question from the Have Kids They Said Facebook group about what to do with your other kids when you go into labor.

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We’re talking about the rush around today aka trying to leave the house on time, and let’s just say the ideal morning may be a pipe dream for us.

We also received our first voice memo from our good friend Ana!

Danielle also brings a book recommendation to her parenting pick this week. “Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process” by Dr. Sheryl Ziegler.

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Being away from your kids can make you feel like you're missing out. In this episode we tackle the mom guilt. Is it real? Is it manufactured? What can you do to put things into perspective? Hear what we have to say about it.

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Vacations with kids are nothing like they used to be! We take a trip down memory lane and hear about our fond vacation memories as kids. It's a trip!

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Traveling with kids is a challenge. Danielle gives you her best tips about flying with kids, and we talk about our plans for summer.

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The folding mattress we mentioned can be found on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RZWK7EU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This week's Parenting Picks

Photo of Geoffrey the Giraffe saying goodbye to Toys 'R' Us stores - https://t.co/mfTvhgdoU9

Car Seat Backpack - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009RNXNA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Amy DiMeo. Her son Caiden was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 15 months. We talked to her about Caiden's journey from diagnosis to treatment and it has been a journey. The truth of it all is she is convicted to not only find answers, but keep God with her through it all.

To support Caiden you can visit their Facebook group "Amen for Caiden" or their website to donate http://caiden-the-ultimate-fighter.myfreesites.net/.

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This week we're talking about keeping love alive once you have kids. It's not easy! Kids require a lot of attention, but we hope you tune in to hear our tips and tricks about keeping your marriage afloat.

Parenting Picks

Dare-U-Go Bib and Food Container

Baby Bjorn

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