This Family Tree Podcast

Alex and Shane discuss the merits of treating your spouse like “you’re dating,” sex after childbirth, CBD oil, whether you should let you daughter pretend she’s a princess and respond to online criticism. 

Wells Adams talks his delayed engagement, how he got on The Bachelorette, behind-the-scenes tidbits, bad advice, how he was able to “wrangle” his fiancée Sarah Hyland, whether you could fall in love without getting intimate first, and much more.

Brittany and Ryan Ostofe of The Laughing Couple Podcast chat about how Ryan was almost cast on The Bachelorette, what the casting process was like, and how their relationship started to flourish during that time. The couples discuss whether they’d be cool or not if their partner went on the notorious dating show.

Questions in regards to confronting people about dog poop, kids books, and household chores are covered during the mailbag segment.

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This episode is proudly supported by:

The Bare Home - for natural products that are safe for you, your home, and the environment, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off, at www.thebarehome.ca

Routine - meet your scent soulmate, and get natural and effective cream deodorant at www.routinecream.com, and use promo code THISFAMILYTREE10 for 10% off of your entire order (no product exclusions, one use per customer).

Mini Mioche - use promo code THISFAMILYTREE15 at www.minimioche.com for 15% off of your ethically made, organic, and sustainable kids’ apparel. 

Beluga Baby - love babywearing? Use the promo code THISFAMILYTREE10 for 10% off of an ethically made, bamboo Beluga Baby Wrap at www.belugababy.ca or www.belugababy.com.

Hello Bello - for 30% off of your first plant-based diaper and wipes bundle, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE30 or click the following link: https://hellobello.ca/products/diaper-bundle?discount=thisfamilytree30&utm_source=familytree&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=30off. 

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram!

Alex and Shane reminisce on their first 50 podcasts, update on whether their plan to get intimate was a success, discuss the effects of “puttering”, and when family members gift your kid too many toys. 

Lauryn Evarts Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential joins to candidly discuss sex, drugs, skin care, and achieving your goals through intense organization. 

Developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman describes what it means to “raise good humans,” epigenetics, the importance of supporting mothers, and how valuing “process” over results can make you a better parent. Dr. Aliza gives advice on finding balance between work and parenting during quarantine. 

Certified Public Accountant (and Tony Robbins’ business partner) Tyler McBroom, shares tax and business advice for families and small businesses. Tune in to learn where people go wrong with their taxes, and how to save up to $25k, based on US tax law. 

A mailbag of listener questions are answered. 

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This episode is proudly supported by:

The Bare Home - for natural products that are safe for you, your home, and the environment, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off, at www.thebarehome.ca

Routine - meet your scent soulmate, and get natural and effective cream deodorant at www.routinecream.com, and use promo code THISFAMILYTREE10 for 10% off of your entire order (no product exclusions, one use per customer).

Mini Mioche - use promo code THISFAMILYTREE15 at www.minimioche.com for 15% off of your ethically made, organic, and sustainable kids’ apparel. 

Beluga Baby - love babywearing? Use the promo code THISFAMILYTREE10 for 10% off of an ethically made, bamboo Beluga Baby Wrap at www.belugababy.ca or www.belugababy.com.

Miku - Use promo code FAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of the award-winning Miku Smart Baby Monitor at www.mikucare.com (US listeners only).

Hello Bello - for 30% off of your first plant-based diaper and wipes bundle, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE30 or click the following link:  https://hellobello.ca/products/diaper-bundle?discount=thisfamilytree30&utm_source=familytree&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=30off. 

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram!

Alex and Shane return from their two week holiday, and discuss their time at a family cottage (bickering with parents, over drinking, eating too many chips...), and the importance of “puttering” to save the marriage. 

First Nations advocate, actress, model, and former Mrs. Universe, Ashley Callingbull candidly shares her experience growing up on an Indigenous reserve, enduring years of sexual abuse, overcoming trauma, racism in the pageantry circuit, and systemic inequalities that Canada’s Indigenous populations experience. 

Author (“When Charley Met Emma”) and disability advocate Amy Webb (This Little Miggy) helps listeners navigate how to discuss disabilities with their able-bodied children, the journey she experienced as a mother to a child with limb differences, and how society reacts to and treats the disabled population.  

Alex and Shane answer a mailbag of listener questions about their growing family, their thoughts on the pandemic, birth control and favourite apps. 

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We are proudly supported by:

Beluga Baby - Love babywearing? Use the promo code THISFAMILYTREE10 for 10% off of a Beluga Baby Wrap Carrier at www.belugababy.ca or www.belugababy.com. 

TUSHY - For 10% off of a TUSHY bidet, and for a cleaner butt, go to www.hellotushy.com/thisfamilytree. 

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Hungry Buddha Keto Bars - Get your hands on the delicious, low-sugar, clean, MCT oil based keto bars for 15% off with the promo code FAMILYTREE15 at https://www.amazon.ca/Buddha-Brands-Hungry-Keto-Bars/dp/B084BC3YWZ.

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram!

Alex and Shane go into detail about the struggle of trying to choreograph their infant in a fashion show, Amy Schumer’s new pregnancy documentary, and their upcoming vacation.⁣

Chen and Lei from While They Nap Podcast discuss how they went from mom-friends to cohosts, their experience with systemic racism in Canada, and how it impacts their lives as mothers and educators. ⁣

Susie Allison of Busy Toddler gives Shane and Alex tips and advice on creating engaging games and play to keep their kids entertained in between naps. She explains how kids learn the best, and how to foster their development through play, without losing your own mind in the process. ⁣

Alex and Shane answer a mailbag of listener questions about babies, toddlers, relationships, and vaginas. ⁣

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This episode is proudly supported by:⁣

TUSHY - For 10% off of a TUSHY bidet, and for a cleaner butt, go to www.hellotushy.com/thisfamilytree.  ⁣

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com.

Hungry Buddha Keto Bars - Get your hands on the delicious, low-sugar, clean, MCT oil based keto bars for 15% off using the promo code FAMILYTREE15 at https://www.amazon.ca/Buddha-Brands-Hungry-Keto-Bars/dp/B084BC3YWZ.

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram!

In their last podcast before the delivery of their baby, Alex rates Shane as a labour support person based on their first birth, and gives him ways that he can be a better help this time around. They reflect on their first birth experience, and how they hope this time will be different. 

Raffela Mancuso recently disrupted the internet when calling out the disproportionate amount of thin white women in the body positive community. She discusses the need for this conversation, and for amplifying voices in fat communities and the creators of the original movement: fat BIPOC and black womxn. 

Mik Zazon joins to discuss the meaning of “health”, the manipulation of the weight loss industry in our everyday lives, and living with disordered eating. Mik shares her own experiences with weight and body acceptance, and how this has impacted her relationship with herself, her family, and others around her. Shane relates, and gets Mik’s input on his own body issues. 

Enjoy!

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This episode is proudly supported by:

Hello Bello - for 30% off of your first plant-based diaper and wipes bundle, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE30 or click the following link: https://hellobello.ca/products/diaper-bundle?discount=thisfamilytree30&utm_source=familytree&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=30off. 

Miku - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of the award-winning Miku Smart Baby Monitor at www.mikucare.com.

TUSHY - For 10% off of a TUSHY bidet, and for a cleaner butt, go to www.hellotushy.com/thisfamilytree. 

Hayu - Subscribe to the mega-streaming service for all of your favourite reality shows, and enjoy your first month free! Visit get.hayu.com/thefamily. By signing up with this URL, you will be entered in a contest to win a subscription for 12 MONTHS FREE! Winner will be chosen on July 20, 2020.

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram! 

Alex and Shane discuss a wild week of doctor’s appointments, receiving an induction date, birth fears, and angering the “crunchy” crowd on the internet. Shane critiques about his Father’s Day appreciation post on Instagram.

Jillian Harris joins the show to chat about the benefits of couples therapy, wellness, sex, and the relationship between cosmetic surgery and self acceptance.

Jessi Cruickshank discusses the nuances of having twins and the early days of parenting, confronting Justin Trudeau on his blackface photos, and how white parents can do a better job raising anti-racist kids.

Alex and Shane answer their mail bag of listener questions and topics.

Enjoy!

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This episode is proudly supported by:

Hello Bello - for 30% off of your first plant-based diaper and wipes bundle, use promo code THISFAMILYTREE30 or click the following link: https://hellobello.ca/products/diaper-bundle?discount=thisfamilytree30&utm_source=familytree&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=30off. 

Miku - Use promo code FAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of the award-winning Miku Smart Baby Monitor at www.mikucare.com.

TUSHY - For 10% off of a TUSHY bidet, and for a cleaner butt, go to www.hellotushy.com/thisfamilytree. 

Hayu - Subscribe to the mega-streaming service for all of your favourite reality shows, and enjoy your first month free! Visit get.hayu.com/thefamily. By signing up with this URL, you will be entered in a contest to win a subscription for 12 MONTHS FREE! Winner will be chosen on July 20, 2020.

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Seedlip - The world's first distilled non-alcoholic spirit, Seedlip is crafted without alcohol, sugar, or calories in 3 unique flavours, offering a drink for every type of drinker. To learn more about Seedlip and the delicious ways to enjoy it, go to www.seedlipdrinks.com, www.seedlipdrinks.ca, and follow @SeedlipSocial on Instragram! 

Alex and Shane are having another child in the imminent future, but are they even ready? Shane brings up his fear of being made fun of by a baby, and how Lucy recently put him into an uncomfortable situation that he wasn't prepared to handle. Shane confronts Alex about needing a hearing aid.

Perez Hilton joins to discuss his decision and his struggles in raising a family of 3 as a single, gay father. They chat about how quarantine has impacted not only their parenting, but their mental health; Perez talks about his checkered past as a gossip blogger, redemption, working to be a better person, and much, much more.

Toddler behaviour experts Kristin and Deena from @BigLittleFeelings share tips on how to react to your toddler's tantrums, and why kids act the way they do. They share their genius "10 Minute Miracle" technique for dealing with behavioural issues, and help Shane and Alex navigate the power struggles they get into with Lucy.

Alex and Shane answer their mail bag of listener questions and topics.

Enjoy!

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This episode is proudly supported by:

TUSHY - For 10% off of a TUSHY bidet, and for a cleaner butt, go to www.hellotushy.com/thisfamilytree. 

Hayu - Subscribe to the mega-streaming service for all of your favourite reality shows! Visit www.hayu.com.

Miku - Use promo code FAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of the award-winning Miku Smart Baby Monitor at www.mikucare.com.

Bravado Designs - Use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 for 20% off of what will become your favourite nursing bra at www.bravadodesigns.com, or try their new Everyday Collection (not nursing bras/no clips/for all womxn) at ca.bravadodesigns.com. 

Alex and Shane reflect on their week, being muted on social media, and how they intend to make changes in their lives going forward.

* Please note that the following interviews were recorded before the murder of George Floyd.

Marcia Leone of Not So Mumsy joins to chat about keeping adventure alive after you have kids, and the benefit of bribes. She talks about her connection with other women through her blog, and the power that even virtual connections can give you as a mother.

Melissa of @JosiahandCo shares her journey through multiple pregnancy losses and how this has impacted different facets of her life. She talks about the community she’s created to help other mothers through the difficulty of miscarriage, and her healing process.

Alex and Shane answer listener questions about kids’ birthday parties, meal planning in quarantine, and what to do if you and your spouse disagree on family size.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Bravado Designs. To try out their renowned nursing bras or the new Everyday Collection (no clips/for all womxn), go to ca.bravadodesigns.com and use promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 at checkout! You'll get 20% off and a lot of snuggly support for your girls.

Enjoy!

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Alex and Shane open the episode discussing the recent murder of George Floyd, and attempting to work through their own feelings of not doing enough in the fight for racial equality. They debate about the recent controversy surrounding blogger Myka Stauffer, who recently "rehomed" her adopted child.

Social Media icon Valeria Lipovetsky joins to discuss how she manages her extreme workload, keeping her children involved in her business and setting parameters around screen time, and how working creatively with her husband impacts their relationship.

Renowned musician Ben Lee (Noise Addict, Radnor and Lee) chats with Alex and Shane about being a touring musician and devout family man, and the challenges of collaborating with other musicians. Ben discusses how his reputation as a child prodigy impacts his parenting, fostering self-confidence and creativity within his kids, and how he brings spirituality into his family life through art.

Lastly, Alex and Shane answer listener questions surrounding sharing their lives online, home photography, raising vegetarian kids, and more.

Enjoy!

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This Family Tree Podcast is supported by Bravado Designs. Head to BravadoDesigns.com for 20% off your next bra purchase, by using promo code THISFAMILYTREE20 at checkout!

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