The Parents Who Talk

The Parents Who Talk

By Megan & Phylip CurtisParentingKids & Family
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The Parents Who Talk episodes

  • 25: What happens when two parents take the Enneagram test?
    GUESS WHO IS BACK! it's us! We are talking all about the results we got from taking the Enneagram personality test. This episode is light and heavy in some spots but we had a great time talking as always. Head over to our Instagram and share your Enneagram type with us. Now let's Talk!
    *Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review! We would absolutely love that!  https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test?ppcga=fixed&gclid=CjwKCAjw47eFBhA9EiwAy8kzNBTUJJ44Id1ghMFSzS9_x8avFQG1m9NbyVTARj_3-RjYqvWNlu_BARoCuQoQAvD_BwE
    46 min
  • Here is our 2020 Recap!

    2020 was a heck of a year and that is an understatement. In this episode, we sit down and talk about our favorite moments, some funny childhood memories, and some TV we have finally caught up on! This episode is laid back and perfect for that 30-minute escape from your children, because we all know you need that! 

    Follow along with us on Instagram @parentswhotalk for updates on the podcast and our daily life raising two tiny littles! 

    Now let's Talk! 

    33 min
  • 23: How to talk to your kids about the hard stuff! With Chelsea Okorafor

    Hi Parents! Do you find yourself struggling with talking to your children about the hard stuff going on in the world right now? After talking to my cousin Chelsea I feel better equipped to talk to my kids about the COVID-19 pandemic, race, and mental health in general! Talking to your children is so important and Chelsea gives us great tips for taking this big topics and finding ways to interpret them so our children can understand. We are so grateful to Chelsea for her time and expertise. Now let's talk! 


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    *here are the sources Chelsea quotes and sites from our conversation*

    1. https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/raising-race-conscious-children-how-to-talk-to-kids-about-race-and-racism
    2. https://www.pbs.org/parents/talking-about-racism
    3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6857396/ (this is the NIH study)
    4. https://www.bhpalmbeach.com/long-term-mental-health-effects-of-coronavirus/ ((this is the NIH study summarized nicely) 
    5. 53 min
    6. 22: Let's Talk About Pivots, The Social Dilemma, And Mulan!

      This week we talk about three things that are weighing heavy on our minds:

      • Pivots - what they mean for us in the age of Corona + parenting.
      • The Social Dilemma - the newest Netflix show everyone says you HAVE TO SEE.
      • Mulan - the unsung hero of the Disney remakes and why we think it ROCKS!
      • Thanks for listening, we appreciate you all! ☀

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        34 min
      • 21: The Office: The Greatest Show On TV

        Hi friends! It's been a while and we missed talking to you! This break has been so good for us but we are ready to get back into it. This week we are keeping it light and utterly hilarious. We recap and share our favorite episodes of our favorite show; The Office: An American Workplace. We take you through each season and share our favorite moments. Whether you are an Office veteran or just getting into the show, we know you will love this episode. 

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        41 min
      • 20: Hot Topics, Cancel Culture, Social Media, and the List Goes On!

        The parents are getting real this week! We are fired up! Okay not really but we do have something to say. We have been talking about a few hot topics circulating our small little bubble of society. And we want to share them with you! We want to converse with you, share our opinions, hear yours, and create a conversation of kindness. How does that sound? Good? If at anytime listening to this podcast you feel attacked, strongly disagree with something or get a knotted feeling in your stomach...acknowledge it. It's okay to stop listening, it's okay to put your mental health first! But hear us out! We are just two young parents talking through the issues of our daily life, and there are some heavy ones! We hope you walk away from this episode having learned something, feel good, and hopeful for the future! We appreciate you all! ☀ 

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        43 min
      • 19: How to Navigate the Postpartum Journey with Jade Bruno, LMFT

        Baby Blues, PPD, PPA, what does it all mean? This week I talk with Jade Bruno a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. We talk all about that fourth trimester and how you can navigate this new phase of parenthood. Jade gives great advice about addressing perinatal and postpartum mood disorders and how you can really seek help! Everyone needs help in this stage of life and Jade tells it like it is. If you are local to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area Jade has her own private practice, The Couch and Beyond ,where she sees clients! I have known Jade for over a decade and I believe she is so passionate about this work, you will love her! 


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        And follow us on Instagram for a peek inside our life and updates about the podcast. ☀ 

        27 min
      • 18: How to teach your kids at home with Miss Kelsey

        This week we talked with Miss Kelsey, of Miss Kelsey Preschool! She gave so many great tips about early education, homeschooling, and school in general! Kelsey is a former teacher turned at home preschool teacher. She has created curriculum for at home preschool where parents can download monthly activities and you can even purchase supplies from her as well! Yes please! (saving you from searching through amazon or running around to a million craft stores!) Follow along with Kelsey on Instagram and check out her monthly packets on her new website launching JULY 20th!

        *If you've liked what you've heard, leave us a review! We would love it!* 

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        46 min
      • 17: This Is Our Love Story

        "When you're a kid, you assume your parents are soulmates. My kids are going to be right about that." This week we share our sweet little love story. How we met, our early dating days, getting and engaged and planning our wedding. It was so fun going back and remembering how this all came to be and we hope you enjoy it! 

        Follow us on Instagram + leave us a review if you like what you've heard! We would love that! 


        33 min
      • 16: Fatherhood w/ Seth King

        You all are in for a real treat this week. We sat down with Seth King, @latenotes, father of the year, carpool extraordinaire! We talk about Seth's  Instagram journey, anxiety, raising teenagers and much more. Follow along with Seth on his Instagram account for uplifting and hilarious videos and content! 

        If you've like what you've heard please leave us a review! We would love it! :) 


        49 min

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      Our mission is to find commonality and community in parenthood. Join along as we share our mediocre advice and silly stories.