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The Mom Hour episodes

March 08, 2017 Only Love Today with Rachel Macy Stafford: Voices 10
Rachel Macy Stafford is the New York Times bestselling author of Hands Free Mama, Hands Free Life, and Only Love Today, and this week she joins Meagan in a special bonus interview episode of The Mom Hour. In this episode, Rachel and Meagan discuss Rachel’s journey from being a stressed-out, over-scheduled mom to scaling back
35 min
March 07, 2017Milestones & Memory Keeping: Episode 92
Is there anything sweeter than baby’s first social smile (you know, the one that definitely ISN’T gas) or a two-year-old’s adorable mispronunciations? In Episode 92 Meagan and Sarah revisit some of their favorite milestones from baby’s first three years – including a few that don’t get discussed very often. We also talk about keeping track of milestones and memories using everything from an old-fashioned baby book to the latest technology, and offer tips for recording those little moments you swear you’ll remember forever. (Spoiler alert: you won’t. Trust us.)
LINKS MENTIONED:
The WeeSchool App
Life Among The Savages, by Shirley Jackson
8 Milestones & When Our Kids Met Them – Episode 34, where we talk more about some more bigger-kid milestones

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46 min
March 07, 2017 Milestones & Memory Keeping: Episode 92
Is there anything sweeter than baby's first social smile (you know, the one that definitely ISN'T gas) or a two-year-old's adorable mispronunciations? In Episode 92 Meagan and Sarah revisit some of their favorite milestones from baby's first three years - including a few that don't get discussed very often.

We also talk about keeping track of milestones and memories using everything from an old-fashioned baby book to the latest technology, and offer tips for recording those little moments you swear you'll remember forever. (Spoiler alert: you won't. Trust us.)
48 min
February 28, 2017Behind The Scenes (How We Make The Podcast): Episode 91
Ever wondered what it takes to produce the show you listen to every week? In Episode 91 Meagan and Sarah take listeners behind the scenes on The Mom Hour, sharing everything from how we come up with show ideas, what goes on in each of our locations while we record, and what’s involved on the technical side in taking a podcast episode from concept to completion. Join us! Plus, listen to the end of the show for a special segment featuring Katie Addiss, our Content Strategy Assistant and resident new mom. Welcome to the show, Katie!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Sarah loved the behind the scenes episode of The Girl Next Door podcast – thanks for the great idea, ladies!
Speakpipe! (Our FAVORITE way to receive topic suggestions from listeners.)
Sarah’s handheld vacuum: Dyson V6 Trigger Cordless Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Katie’s handheld vacuum: BLACK + DECKER CHV1410L 16V Cordless Lithium Hand Vac

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51 min
February 28, 2017 Behind The Scenes (How We Make The Podcast): Episode 91
Ever wondered what it takes to produce the show you listen to every week? In Episode 91 Meagan and Sarah take listeners behind the scenes on The Mom Hour, sharing everything from how we come up with show ideas, what goes on in each of our locations while we record, and what's involved on the technical side in taking a podcast episode from concept to completion. Join us!Plus, listen to the end of the show for a special segment featuring Katie Addiss, our Content Strategy Assistant and resident new mom. Welcome to the show, Katie!
52 min
February 19, 2017Shopping, Styling & Storing Kids’ Clothes: Episode 90
Which kids’ clothing brands look great, don’t cost a fortune, and wear well through the active years of childhood? That’s what listener Andrea wanted to know when she sent us this question via Facebook:
Do you guys have any tips or go-to brands for quality children’s clothing (but affordable)? In six years, I’ve learned that GAP clothing sometimes shrinks, movie character shirts from Target stretch out easily, and I’m still looking for coat zippers that don’t break! Thanks! Love your show!
Andrea’s question inspired Episode 90, where Meagan and Sarah talk all about kids’ clothes – where we shop, how we style our kids, and tips for storing and organizing all those clothes. It’s a fun conversation with a ton of tips – enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Brands Sarah likes: Hanna Andersson, Tea Collection, Mini Boden, Stride Rite, Carter’s, Native Shoes
Brands Meagan likes: Lands’ End, Crazy8, Gymboree, Children’s Place
Zulily (Sarah shops their curated sales and has good luck – usually with marked-down brands she already knows/loves)
@WhenChildrenDressThemselves – Blogger Kristen Howerton curates this Instagram account and it’s priceless
Kid to Kid or Children’s Orchard (children’s consignment stores – see if there’s one near you!)
thredUP (online consignment – check out their secondhand Mini Boden girls clothes!!)
Nordstrom Rack
These shoe size conversion charts on Zappos.com can help you go between kid and adult sizes to save money by shopping in the kids’ section, even for bigger feet!
Meagan’s system for organizing handmedowns and seasonal clothing – here’s the original blog post, and here’s where we talked about it on the podcast (skip to 13:40 to get right to it)

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43 min
February 19, 2017 Shopping, Styling & Storing Kids’ Clothes: Episode 90
Which kids' clothing brands look great, don't cost a fortune, and wear well through the active years of childhood? In Episode 90 Meagan and Sarah talk all about kids' clothes - where we shop, how we style our kids, and tips for storing and organizing all those clothes. Enjoy!
45 min
February 14, 2017The Importance of Trying New Things: Episode 89
Routines are crucial to a happy mom life, but what happens when the same-old-same-old needs some shaking up? In this episode, the latest in our “More Than Mom” Hour series, Meagan and Sarah talk about the importance of trying new things as a mom – whether it’s a new hairstyle, new recipes, or a new workout routine – and what to do if you have a hard time breaking out of old habits. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Sarah’s interview with Doña Bumgarner of Nurtured Mama
Meagan’s interview with Erin Loechner of Chasing Slow
Hobbies & Passions Outside Motherhood (Episode 43)
More about PechaKucha
Other More-Than-Mom Hour episodes
The one where we talk about home decorating and dining out
The one where we talk about books, podcasts, music, and summer style
Sarah’s hot pink lip lacquer (Revlon Ultra HD Lip Lacquer in Pink Amethyst, via Amazon)

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42 min
February 14, 2017 The Importance of Trying New Things: Episode 89
Routines are crucial to a happy mom life, but what happens when the same-old-same-old needs some shaking up? In this episode, the latest in our “More Than Mom” Hour series, Meagan and Sarah talk about the importance of trying new things as a mom – whether it’s a new hairstyle, new recipes, or a new workout
43 min
February 08, 2017Chasing Slow with Erin Loechner: Voices 09
By 2012, blogger and author Erin Loechner could boast a massively successful blog, an HGTV special, a beautiful home, and even a beautiful new baby. But amid all that success, Erin found herself feeling lost and unfulfilled. In this week’s bonus interview podcast episode, Erin describes her journey toward a slower way of life (and explains how even “slow” living can become competitive and frenzied). Listen to Meagan and Erin have a frank and honest conversation about slowing down, paying attention, and choosing what matters. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path (Erin’s book)
Design for Mankind (Erin’s blog)
The Rebirth Of Slow Blogging (from Erin’s blog)
@ErinLoechner on Instagram
Design for Mankind on Facebook

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41 min

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