The Marriage Fit Podcast

The Marriage Fit Podcast

By Alan Sanders and Susan DelmonicoSociety & CultureRelationshipsParentingKids & Family
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The Marriage Fit Podcast episodes

  • Conversation with Life Coach Annmarie Chereso - Podcast Ep. 10
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Building Emotional Fitness with Life Coach Annmarie Chereso Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they welcome Life Coach Annmarie Chereso to explore relationship advice for couples. Learn how to identify triggers and automatic responses to foster healthier relationships. Discover why most conflicts aren't about your partner, how to shift from reactivity to curiosity, and a powerful question to disrupt drama and reconnect. Annmarie also shares insights on blended families and building emotional fitness in a fast-paced world. Tune in for practical marriage coaching tips! Rate, review, and subscribe to never miss an episode. Visit www.annmariechereso.me for more from Annmarie, including her YouTube videos and children's book as well.
    1 hr 2 min
  • A wedding party, Father's Day, falling off the plan and learning to get back to it - Podcast Ep. 9
    In this episode of The Marriage Fit Podcast, hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico share heartfelt moments from their oldest child's wedding and a unique Father's Day celebration. Discover how busy family milestones can disrupt routines and learn practical tips for getting back on track the next day. From wedding party fun to embracing life's chaos, this episode offers life lessons for couples seeking work-life balance and a return to normalcy. Tune in for relatable marriage and family insights! Subscribe to never miss an episode, and please rate, review, and share the show to support The Marriage Fit Podcast.

    Murphy bed

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    51 min
  • A wedding, a wine tour, getting kids to focus, a love of reading and staying fit for life - Podcast Ep. 8
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Wedding Recap, Memorial Day, and Blended Family Parenting Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they share why they missed last week's episode: their eldest daughter's wedding! Hear a heartfelt wedding recap and their unique Memorial Day winery tour with friends. They discuss challenges of their youngest moving back home, exploring youngest child syndrome and active parenting tips, like fostering a love for reading and learning. Alan and Susan also share their goal to stay healthy and energetic for their kids and future grandkids. Tune in for blended family insights and parenting advice! Subscribe to never miss an episode, and please rate, review, and share The Marriage Fit Podcast.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Keeping Calm on the Homestead: Practical Stress Management for Life's Big Moments - Podcast Ep. 7
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Managing Stress with Adult Kids and Homesteading Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they tackle stress management for parents navigating adult children moving home and wedding planning. Learn the difference between setting rules for young kids versus returning adult children, and why letting kids plan their dream wedding matters. They also share homesteading firsts, like making heavy cream for butter and mozzarella cheese. End your day with couple stress relief tips to decompress together. Tune in for practical parenting and homesteading tips! Subscribe to never miss an episode, and please rate, review, and share The Marriage Fit Podcast.

    cream separator

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    1 hr 4 min
  • Spending time on the subject of mom's on Mother's Day - Podcast Ep. 6
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Celebrating Moms This Mother's Day In this Mother's Day episode of The Marriage Fit Podcast, hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico celebrate the qualities of motherhood. Discover how moms are extraordinary multitaskers, emotional anchors, and economic powerhouses, shaping brain development and family legacies. From driving success to modeling resilience and preserving traditions, moms are the glue holding families together. Tune in for a heartfelt Mother's Day tribute packed with parenting tips and insights on family dynamics! Subscribe to never miss an episode, and please rate, review, and share The Marriage Fit Podcast to spread the love for moms.

    Also, we mentioned a couple of items today on the show and if you are interested in them, consider clicking on our Amazon Affiliate links to order yours today:

    Gardening gloves

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    Ground cloth

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    1 hr 12 min
  • Draining your time, looking for micro-dates, chores and mutual support - Podcast Ep. 5
    In this episode of The Marriage Fit Podcast, we explore how homesteading can demand your time with endless tasks and new skills like growing food and crafting products. But don't let it strain your relationship! Learn how to nurture your marriage with micro-dates, shared homesteading tasks, and a supportive environment to strengthen your bond. We also share practical tips for making homemade dishwasher tabs and choosing the best bottles for tinctures and natural remedies. Perfect for couples balancing homesteading and relationships, this episode offers actionable marriage tips and DIY solutions. Tune in for expert advice on self-care, teamwork, and thriving together! Subscribe now for regular insights.

    Dishwasher tab recipe:

    1 cup baking soda

    1/4 cup citric acid

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    1 tablespoon Dawn dish soap

    Mix together in a bowl, once combined, press into a silicone mold

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    or icecube tray (I prefer the silicone since they are easier to pop out). Let dry overnight. The dropper bottles used for tinctures: https://amzn.to/431Z9oa

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    Thank you for listening!

    Don't forget you can find us on X, Facebook and Instagram as well! If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to rate, review and share! Thank you!

    57 min
  • Energy bites, Susan does her best John McClane, brain dump and Homesteading Fitness Fun - Podcast Ep. 4
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Healthy Snacks, Stress Relief, and Homesteading Fitness Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they answer a listener's question about healthy snacks on the go, sharing nutritious ideas for busy lifestyles. Susan recounts a toe injury that had her channeling John McClane from Die Hard. The main topic explores a "brain dump" exercise to manage anxiety by documenting thoughts in a shared file. They wrap up with how homesteading's physical labor doubles as a workout, boosting mental well-being through nature. Tune in for practical tips on stress relief for couples and homesteading fitness! Subscribe, rate, and review The Marriage Fit Podcast to never miss an episode.

    Here is the link to the energy bite recipe:

    https://sjdhealthandfitness.com/2016/02/05/no-bake-energy-bites/

    And here is our Amazon link (once again) to the goat milking machine we use:

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    "We may earn a commission from these links, however, you as the consumer will not be charged more."

    Thank you for listening!

    58 min
  • The Marriage Fit Podcast: Cheese-Making, Easter, and Family Balance - Podcast Ep. 3
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Cheese-Making, Easter, and Family Balance Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they share their first cheese-making success and excitement for more homestead recipes. Reflecting on Easter weekend, they explore its meaning and the circle of life. The episode dives into the division of labor in marriage, offering tips for sharing tasks to maintain a happy home. They also discuss their youngest daughter's return home, emphasizing plans for her independent future. Tune in for homesteading tips, parenting advice, and marriage insights! Subscribe, rate, and review The Marriage Fit Podcast to never miss an episode.

    Here is the link we discussed for our raised beds:

    https://amzn.to/3Rs8Mac

    "We may earn a commission from these links, however, you as the consumer will not be charged more."

    Thank you for listening!

    Don't forget you can find us on X, Facebook and Instagram as well! If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to rate, review and share! Thank you!

    1 hr
  • The Marriage Fit Podcast: Adult Kids, Dairy Homesteading, and 5 Unexpected Lessons - Podcast Ep. 2
    The Marriage Fit Podcast: Goat Milking, Helping Adult Kids, and Homesteading Lessons Join hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico on The Marriage Fit Podcast as they share their latest homesteading adventure: milking goats for the first time. They discuss helping their daughter and her husband save for a house, extending their stay from six to 16 months to achieve homeownership. Susan reflects on rediscovering old notes from a family planning exercise, revealing progress toward their dream family compound. The episode wraps with their top five unexpected homesteading lessons. Tune in for goat milking tips, parenting advice, and family insights! Subscribe, rate, and review The Marriage Fit Podcast to never miss an episode.

    Here are the links of some of the items we used for milking our goats:

    milk machine

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    funnel filter

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    disinfectant teat wipes

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    teat dip cup

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    cleanser for equipment

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    "We may earn a commission from these links, however, you as the consumer will not be charged more."

    Don't forget you can find us on X, Facebook and Instagram as well! If you enjoy the show, please take a moment to rate, review and share! Thank you!

    1 hr 12 min
  • Welcome to Season 3 - What the heck has been happening? - Podcast Ep. 1
    Welcome back to The Marriage Fit Podcast! Hosts Alan Sanders and Susan Delmonico return after a hiatus to launch Season 3 with a fresh focus. Originally about blending family and fitness while staying balanced, the podcast now embraces their full-blown homesteading lifestyle. In this episode, they recap their whirlwind break, share insights on balancing marriage and family, and introduce homesteading tips for beginners. Join them to explore how homesteading fits into their blended family journey! Subscribe, rate, and review The Marriage Fit Podcast to never miss an episode of Season 3's marriage, family, and homesteading insights.
    53 min

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Our podcast deals with the subjects of married life, health and wellness, compromise, child rearing, being in a blended family and living life in our fast-paced, social media driven world. Sometimes…