Do you find that your friends now a days depend on the compatibility of your parenting styles?  Can your kids have friends who have been brought up differently?

In episode 19, the ladies talk about parenting styles in episode 2 of Mommy Wars.

They discuss the differences in parenting styles today versus years ago. Lawn mower, helicopter, free range parenting, snow plow and light house parenting are all new sub categories of parenting styles that are commonly spoken about these days.

How well do a helicopter parent and a free range parent get along?  Can someone who allows their kids never ending freedoms befriend someone who won't let their children out of their sight?  What about the children?  Can kids of helicopter parents be friends with free range kids?

We discuss all these things on our latest episode!

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Have you ever been anxious over your partner's occupation? Or have you ever wondered, what it would be like to be the partner of someone featured on an episode of "Deadliest Job's?"

In episode 18, Jenn and Laura welcome their first guest, April.  April is a long time, LEO's wife (a spouse of a Law Enforcement Officer).

The women discuss how April handles the nature of his job, and how it impacts her mental and physical well being.  She has had many anxious moments, when her spouse was out on patrol and shares some of them with us. She shares some of her sleepless nights, and worrying  especially during the civil unrest that plagued most of the USA in 2020.

Come and listen as April also gives tips and advise for those who may have partners in similar occupations.

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Do you like books? We like books! 

Jenn and Laura introduce their book club and revisit how it came to be. Since 2009, Jenn and Laura have tried multiple ways to participate in a book club.  They’ve gone from mailing books to friends, attending in person clubs, to ultimately giving up and just listening to the same books at the same time, Jenn and Laura decided to create a virtual book club!  Listen as they explain how to join, what to expect, and how to find it.

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Next week we introduce a new book! Come and join us!  It's fun and free! 

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Jenn and Laura celebrate Father’s Day with a tribute to Father’s all over the world.  They discuss the crazy and unorthodox ways Dad’s do things vs the way moms do things.  From turning the home into a “Frat House”, creating a slide out of the stairs and cardboard boxes, to not feeding or bathing children, the ladies share their experience with the “Dad Way” of doing things.

What are some crazy things you’ve seen Dad’s do? Comment under this show post on our website and we will share your responses on a future episode!

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Jenn and Laura revisit the many times their kids got sick during vacation and ruined the whole trip.  Trips were cancelled, camping gear destroyed, theme park days were wasted, family and friends were abandoned because of child illnesses. Having learned their lessons (hopefully) over the last 15 years, hear how the women try to prevent sickness while they travel with their families today. Hopefully their tips and tricks will help you plan your trips!

Our goal is to share laughs, cries, and life lessons while connecting women around the world. Do you have a story for “This time when”?  We would love to feature you on the show.  Dm us at @lauraweldon05 or @jenniferarmknecht on Instagram or send us an email at the address below for more information.

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Jenn and Laura revisit when Jenn had her second child when her husband was deployed in the Middle East.  Not only did Jenn have her second child without her husband, but she was stationed overseas in Japan.  Her two children were to be 17 months apart, and Jenn was only 22 at the time of this birth!  Come listen to the incredible story as we find out how Jenn had her baby on her own, in a foreign country, with her first child still a baby himself!

Our goal is to share laughs, cries, and life lessons while connecting women around the world. Do you have a story for “This time when”?  We would love to feature you on the show.  Dm us at @lauraweldon05 or @jenniferarmknecht on Instagram or send us an email at the address below for more information.

Links: 

Free 24/7 Support for Military Life | Military OneSource

HumanaBeginnings Maternity Program (this is through tricare- military health insurance)

Pampers Childbirth Education Classes FREE online 9 videos

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Laura tells Jenn about the man’s photo that she found in her husband's wallet! She replays the super awkward experience of having spent the last 15 years with the only photo in her husband’s wallet being that of another guy. Come and listen as they share this weird but hilarious story that is still being played out today in 2021.

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Jenn and Laura revisit 2018 when Hurricane Florence ravaged the south eastern United States.  Jenn and her family were living in North Carolina at the time and had to evacuate.  While they were safe, her home had some damage.  Her homeowners insurance came to the rescue and advertised “evacuation funds” and “home damage funds” if you file a claim. Naturally, she filed a claim.  Her insurance was great and she was refunded.

Fast forward to 2021 and needing to buy another home, Jenn finds that she cannot get approved for homeowners insurance. Yes, that’s right.  Apparently, being affected by inclement weather can cause future insurance issues.

Come listen to how claims are filed, how many you can actually have and the hassle she has had to go through to fix her homeowner’s insurance issue as she is currently trying to purchase a home. If you are anywhere, that has seasonal extreme weather, please listen.  This discussion can save you some future headache.

Our goal is to share laughs, cries, and life lessons while connecting women around the world. Do you have a story for “This time when”?  We would love to feature you on the show.  Dm us at @lauraweldon05 or @jenniferarmknecht on Instagram or send us an email at the address below for more information.

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Disclaimer:  We are not insurance experts, but we are just sharing with you what we have learned. Please thoroughly discuss what happens if you file a claim with your insurance agent before they process it.  Just because they can give you a settlement, doesn’t mean it is the best route to take.

Jenn and Laura revisit when Laura and her family sold all their belongings to move to Europe as expats.  In 2019 Laura and her family left the United States for the Netherlands with just 10 suitcases. Little did they know they would have to return in 18 months after Covid and restructuring at her husband’s work.

They discuss why Laura and her family chose to get rid of their belongings, how the children handled it and what it was like to have to lose it all and rebuild again 18 months later.

Our goal is to share laughs, cries, and life lessons while connecting women around the world. Do you have a story for “This time when”?  We would love to feature you on the show.  Dm us at @lauraweldon05 or @jenniferarmknecht on Instagram or send us an email at the address below for more information.

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Jenn and Laura kick off their segment called “Mommy Wars” with a discussion about what the best way is to feed an infant.  Periodically the Jenn and Laura will discuss the ridiculous nature of “mommy wars” and the things mothers seem to judge others about.

Having bottle fed and breastfed they talk about the pros and cons of each way.  They also explore the mommy guilt and shame associated with choosing the option that is less popular.  Jenn and Laura consider external circumstances that may attribute towards one feeding method or another. Come enjoy the conversation and they revisit their feelings about their feeding situations.

Our goal is to share laughs, cries, and life lessons while connecting women around the world. Do you have a story for “This time when”?  We would love to feature you on the show.  Dm us at @lauraweldon05 or @jenniferarmknecht on Instagram or send us an email at the address below for more information.

Links

https://www.webmd.com/baby/breastfeeding-vs-formula-feeding

https://www.familyeducation.com/life/breastfeeding/which-better-breastfeeding-or-bottle-feeding

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Disclaimer:  When choosing what is best for your child, please do your research and consult a medical professional.  We do not claim to know what is best, we are simply discussing our thoughts and feelings on these situations.