Today We Tried

Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by special guest Nikki Osei-Barrett, owner of Osei PR and co-founder of DistrictmotherHued and events such as The Momference and Mommy en Blanc. The Momference, the premiere conference for millennial moms of color, was scheduled to be in-person at the end of May. But, when COVID hit, Nikki knew she would have to pivot. She talks to Christy about how she and her team leaned on each other, avoided panic and prioritized what needed to be done in order to create The Momference Digital, now scheduled for Saturday, June 14th. Nikki did this all while parenting 3 kids at home, and her insights are valuable whether you're running a business or running a home (or both!) during this pandemic.

Mentioned in this episode: The Momference, DistrictMotherhued, and the joy of a 30 minute nap or a bath with lavender epsom salts.

Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by special guest Hitha Palepu, who is a multi-hyphenate - an entrepreneur and investor, an author, a wife and mother. Since COVID hit, Hitha has rewritten her rules of parenting and changed her expectations for herself to focus on taking things day-by-day. She gives specific tips on how we can do the same, including striking the right balance between screen time and unplugging, practicing visualization, not apologizing when kids' interrupt calls, and drinking more water and wine. She also answers our "5 Fun Questions."

Mentioned in this episode: Magnatiles, Wawa, the benefits of adding water, and Masterclass.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by special guest Ali Feller, a freelance writer, blogger and host of The Ali on the Run Show podcast. A self-proclaimed "Queen of Schedules," Ali realized that she needed a new mindset when COVID hit. She shares how letting go of her rigid routine has helped her to enjoy parenthood more and to adapt to this new normal. She also gives advice on staying motivated to exercise and suggests ways to make your to-do list more fun (yes, it's possible).

Mentioned in this episode: Graph paper, love languages, Taking Cara Babies, a dance party featuring Fight Song and Call Me Maybe, Amanda Kloots, and the Peloton App.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by special guest, Brandi Milloy, a TV Host, Food Reporter and home cook known for her simple and fun approach to food. She shares tips for making meal planning more fun and flexible, saving money on groceries, and engaging kids in the kitchen. She also suggests great new ways to use the stockpile of dried beans we all bought at the beginning of quarantine.

Mentioned in this episode: Brava, the joy of a hot breakfast, sensory bins, exploring other cultures through food, and black bean brownies.

Follow Brandi on Instagram and find more of her recipes on her website: www.brandimilloy.com.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

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Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by a special guest, Kesha Leets, who manages Colugo's Customer Experience team. Kesha recently moved with her family - her husband, toddler and 100-pound dog - without much time to prep. Christy and Kesha discuss what worked and what didn't during her move, including what to look for when hiring movers and how to deal with the unexpected. Kesha also shares how she and her husband are making WFH work for them.

Mentioned in this episode: the surprisingly fraught process of choosing a pre-school, Trader Joe's, Grove Collaborative, encouraging independent play, and being Type A.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

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Ted and Christy, the Founder and Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, discuss what worked for them and what didn't when they celebrated their first big holiday with their 3 kids while under quarantine. They share ideas on how to get to kids more engaged in video calls with extended family, explain why it's worth getting dressed up, and wonder (not for the first time) how their 4-year-olds got so smart.

Mentioned in this episode: the fun of filters on the Facebook portal, Christy's love of candy, pedal bikes, portrait mode, Christy and Ted's go-to date night spot, Audrey Claire, and their nephew's excellent baby cheeks.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

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Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by a special guest, Taelor Heinzel, Florida's 2019 Teacher of the Year. Taelor shares tips on how parents can feel more confident as they support their kids' transition to online learning. Christy and Taelor discuss the importance of overcommunication, setting up an "calm down corner," and the balance between student choice and sticking to a schedule. Taelor also answers a listener question about what feedback from parents means the most to her.

Mentioned in this episode: access issues in the transition to online learning, a Slytherin rebrand and Taelor's favorite coffee and chocolate.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

Subscribe to Today We Tried on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Help us to spread the word by telling a friend or writing a review!

Christy, Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, is joined by a special guest, her sister Molly MacGregor, a psychiatrist who works with children and adults. Molly shares tips on how to talk about COVID or any difficult topic with kids and explains why we should all try to be a "good enough parent." Christy and Molly also discuss resources for parents facing their own anxieties during this uncertain time.

Mentioned in this episode: Socially-distant scooting, GhostBusters, shopping for kids' clothes, Daniel Tiger, being a good enough parent and finding a therapist.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

Subscribe to Today We Tried on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Help us to spread the word by telling a friend or writing a review!

Ted and Christy, the Founder and Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, discuss what's working for them and what isn't as they navigate self-quarantine and social distancing with 3 young kids while running a start-up, and they share 5 ways they're keeping their kids occupied inside that you haven't heard before.

Mentioned on this episode: The joy of dried beans, measuring tape, Paw Patrol, Ted's tea.

Share your thoughts or submit a question by heading to Colugo's Instagram or emailing Christy at [email protected].

Today We Tried is brought to you by Colugo, a baby-gear start-up for a new generation of parents. Learn more about our story here. Follow Colugo on Instagram at @hicolugo and Christy at @christy_and_co.

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Ted and Christy, the Founder and Chief Parent Officer at Colugo, discuss what’s working for them and what isn’t as they navigate self-quarantine and social distancing with 3 young kids while running a start-up, and they share 5 ways they’re keeping their kids occupied inside that you haven’t heard before.