Two Parents Walk into a Bar

The host shares excitement about their upcoming baby, insights from prenatal classes, and

humorous reflections on discussions. Topics include labor techniques, parenting tips,

evolving friendships, and the joy of family traditions.

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Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Welcome to Two Pairs Walking to a Bar

2:54 Baby Care Classes

8:23 First Bath Experience

11:24 Swaddling Techniques

17:40 Going Home Outfits

23:53 Hospital Tour Insights

52:05 Baby Shower Planning

54:19 Life Updates and Persimmon Festival

In this episode, "Two Parents Walk Into a Bar" humorously explores the gap between

parenting expectations and reality, discussing misconceptions, evolving choices, and the

importance of support networks while embracing the journey with children.

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Email us with bonus/regular episode ideas at [email protected]

Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Bonus Episode Three

2:03 Pre-Baby Expectations

3:40 The Co-Sleeping Dilemma

8:00 Potty Training Fears

14:15 Embracing the Child Leash

18:36 Night Out Realities

27:09 The Illusion of Free Time

38:49 The Reality of a Clean Home

48:53 Learning to Navigate Parenthood

54:38 Surprises of Parenting

1:05:31 Wrapping Up the Episode

This week Ashley and Noah discuss life being weird. We talk about awkward situations and deep dive into political topics, including abortion. Although this might be our most controversial episode yet, we hope you enjoy our candid takes.

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Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Welcome Back Milestone Episode

1:17 Sharing and Corrections

4:01 Awkward Encounters at Parties

8:39 Drinks and Recommendations

11:06 Health Updates and Iron Supplements

14:18 Car Troubles

17:19 Nickname Generation

24:30 Political Discussions Begin

27:56 The State of Politics Today

31:35 Conversations Around Abortion

56:26 The Complexity of Choice

1:05:20 Wrapping Up and Bonus Plans

After overcoming tech problems and recording this episode twice we take a dive into Morgan’s glucose test, pregnancy challenges with kidney stones and Noah discovers toast. We also discuss what you Ashley brought to the hospital and what we think you should consider when packing your hospital bag.

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Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Lost Episode Revelation

1:34 Glucose Test Insights

5:50 Complications Arise

8:00 Kidney StonesExplained

35:37 Pain Management Journey

38:29 The Toast Awakening

52:25 Hospital Packing Tips

1:07:32 Why We’re in the Bar

This episode discusses healthcare challenges, setting health boundaries for children, and gun safety after a recent tragedy, blending serious topics with humor about parenting complexities and responsibilities.

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Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Doctor Drama and Departure

4:05 Doctor Disappointment

5:18 Medical Misadventures

8:11 Blood Pressure Battles

12:59 AI Nicknames Unleashed

17:43 Anti-natalist Update

36:34 Gun Safety PSA

46:12 Car Seat Safety

53:16 Parenting Boundaries

57:04 Why We’re in the Bar

This episode explores toddlerhood and pregnancy challenges through humorous anecdotes, emphasizing the importance of professional advice over social media while reflecting on family dynamics and the joys of parenting.

Automatic Shownotes Chapters

0:00 WelcometoEpisode14 0:36 Arlo'sMilkMystery 3:07 OfflineConversations 4:31 TikTokBirthAdvice

14:56 TheInfluenceofSocialMedia 16:05 PregnancyUpdates

24:09 ConnectingwiththeBaby

29:15 NavigatingIronSupplements 44:26 JobChangesandChallenges 56:46 LifeUpdatesandMovingStruggles

In this episode, Two Parents Walking About welcomes fall with family stories, contrasts social media and medical advice on nutrition, and shares humorous anecdotes on the joys and challenges of parenting toddlers.

Chapters

0:00 WelcometoPumpkinSpiceSeason 1:48 TheBirthdayDilemma

7:42 Jimbo’sZooAdventure

15:17 DairyFarmingInsights 20:42 TheDoctorsKnowBetter 24:53 PreparingforBirth

31:32 AnatomyScanRevelations 42:00 GlucoseTestAhead

56:40 LifeUpdatesandMovingChaos

This week we explore parenting chaos, from new purchases and TikTok trends to anatomy scans and baby showers, sharing humorous insights on sleep gear, gift-giving, and relatable parenthood experiences.

Be sure to follow us at instagram.com/TwoParentsPodcast

Email us with bonus/regular episode ideas at [email protected]

Hosted and created by Noah Lynch and Ashley Chastain, Produced by Noah Lynch, Marketing and Distribution by Ashley Chastain

Chapters

0:00 Welcome Back !

0:52 Morgan's Corrections

4:10 Friends Visiting

10:14 Dark Water Phobia

15:04 Coffee vs. Energy Drinks

16:54 Baby Shower Planning

23:33 Baby Shower Games

34:29 Baby Tech Recommendations

46:54 Bamboo Baby Clothes

51:17 Why We’re in the Bar

Happy world breastfeeding week and month!! This week we are discussing breastfeeding challenges, pump preference, lactation consultants' role, milk supply tips. We also discuss Ashley’s week and Noah’s first vegetable from his garden!!

Chapters

0:00 WelcometoTwoParentsWalkingtoaBar

0:42 TheNameDilemma:Robbie,Bobby,orRobert? 4:52 GardeningWoesandTomatoTroubles

8:06 WorldBreastfeedingWeekandBreastfeedingMyths

10:00 TheImportanceofFedisBest

13:39 TheStigmaAroundBreastfeedingvs.FormulaFeeding 17:19 TheIntricaciesofBreastMilkandPumping

20:08 TheStrugglesofBreastfeedingandLatchingIssues 25:21 TheImpactofTongueandLipTiesonBreastfeeding 26:15 TheTongueandLipTieReleaseExperience

29:49 TheFrustrationsofUsingNippleShields

31:39 BreastfeedingChallengesandSolutions

34:35 LegalitiesandComfortofBreastfeedinginPublic

36:20 EnsuringBaby'sNutritionalIntake

38:58 BenefitsofSupplementingBreastfeedingwithFormula 42:12 PumpingTipsandIncreasingMilkSupply

43:58 FoodstoBoostMilkSupply

47:51 UnexpectedCarTroublesandStrandedataGasStation 53:09 WaitingforaTowTruckandUnexpectedDelays

56:04 ADaySpentattheGasStationandJuicyAppleJuice