Ever feel like parenting is a never-ending game of 'guess what mood your kid’s in today?' 😫 Yeah, me too. In this episode of the Bad Moms Club, I dive back into the world of love languages for kids. I explain the last two love languages and provide examples of how to "speak" these languages back to your kids. This episode is a bit shorter so you should be able to sit through this one without clicking too far ahead.....you're welcome. 

In this episode of "Bad Moms Club," Ashley introduces the concept of love languages and how they apply to children. Drawing from Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell's book "The 5 Love Languages of Children," the episode explores how understanding a child's love language can enhance communication and strengthen the parent-child relationship. 🫶

Ashley explains each love language—Words of Affirmation 🥰, Acts of Service 🧽, Receiving Gifts 🎁, Quality Time 👩‍❤️‍👨,  and Physical Touch 🤝--using relatable examples and offering practical advice for parents. The episode emphasizes the importance of being attuned to your child's unique way of expressing and receiving love while acknowledging the challenges of this understanding. 

For more information on the 5 Love Languages for Children, check out Chapman's book here.

In this episode, we continue our exploration of sleep challenges with "When 'Go the F*ck to Sleep' Isn't Working," 🥱offering real-life strategies for getting your kids to bed and finding some peace and quiet for yourself. We condense the essentials of a human development class into 25 minutes, focusing on practical advice for establishing bedtime routines, understanding sleep needs, and dealing with toddler tantrums and adolescent sleep schedules. Along the way, you'll get some brutally honest but hilariously relatable insights into surviving parenthood without losing your sanity. So grab a drink, sit back, and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even catch a light nap.😴

In today's episode, we're diving into the elusive beast that is sleep. 😴 Spoiler alert: the myth that parents never sleep again? Yeah, that one's pretty true. 😬 But don’t worry, I’ll be sharing strategies to help you and your little one get through those sleepless nights. So, grab a drink, relax, and let’s get into it! 👍🍹

Hey there, fellow bad moms! 🌟

In this episode, we dive deep into the hilarious and heartwarming world of toddler triumphs, starting with the most basic of all: pooping in the potty! 🎉

Ever wondered why we react the way we do to our kids' bodily functions? Or how we can turn these moments into confidence-boosting experiences instead of shame-inducing ones? Spoiler alert: It involves a lot of laughs and a bit of perspective-shifting. 🦸‍♂️

We also chat about the importance of letting our kids express themselves, whether it’s through mismatched socks or superhero capes at the grocery store. Because who cares if Gladys in the checkout line gives you a weird look? Your kid is rocking that cape with pride! 🦸‍♀️ F*ck that b*tch! 🖕

So, grab your favorite drink, sit back, and let's laugh our way through the ups and downs of parenthood. And remember, we’re all in this together, one poop at a time. 💩❤️

Catch you later, bad moms! 🌟

This is the inaugural episode! In it, we explore the reality of living with kids and how their chaotic play isn't just a nuisance but a crucial part of their development. From the inevitable messes to the mysterious sticky substances in toy cups, we explore how these moments are actually signs of growth and exploration.

Discover why toddlers are like miniature drunk adults and how their irrational behaviors are a natural part of learning. We discuss the importance of letting go of perfectionist tendencies and understanding the deeper meanings behind your child's actions. Learn how play is essential for cognitive, social, and emotional development and why it's crucial to embrace the mess instead of fighting it. Let's be honest—for them and for you, but mostly for you. 

Join me as we rewrite the idea of your "kids ruining the house" to "shit, I guess the kids are actually learning and growing........and my house is also a mess.....fml" and find out how this shift in perspective can improve your relationship with your child and yourself. 

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