On the season 1 finale, Xan and Hannah answer some listener questions, breakdown toddler discipline and reflect back on the first season of We Used to be Cool. Thanks for listening and Merry Christmas! 

After 32 Christmas seasons together, Xan and Hannah have a lot to discuss. This week, they breakdown the pressure of the holidays, the enhanced mental load and they share some simple ideas to take away a little bit of the stress. The girls also think through and answer some thoughtful questions from several “friends of the pod”.

TW: miscarriage and pregnancy loss

On episode 10, Xan and Hannah sit down with mom, wife, business owner and fellow podcast host Kathryn Benko to discuss shameless living, breaking free from body shame, and holding onto hope in the face of devastating loss. 

On episode 9, Hannah and Xan sit down with Natalie West to discuss single-parenting, the necessity of depending on the Lord, and modeling ministry and service to our kids. We also dive into the challenging but beautiful calling that is foster care.

On episode 8, Xan and Hannah sit down with mom of 7, Serinda Moulton, to discuss parenting with the relationship in mind. Serinda shares about how to make each of our kids feel loved and important and reminds us that it’s God’s kindness that leads us to repentance. 

On episode 7, Hannah and Xan sit down with registered nurse, lactation consultant, and pregnancy health coach Christian Stallings to discuss developing healthy habits in ourselves and our kids. Christian dives into her relationship with the Lord and the joy in being refined through the journey that is motherhood. 

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On episode 6, Xan and Hannah sit down with everyone’s bff Marissa Hughes to talk about creating and maintaining friendships that can thrive in any season and the importance of showing up when it really counts. 

On episode 5, Xan and Hannah sit down with twin mom and DIY queen Lora Kates to learn more about Spina Bifida, processing a diagnosis and supporting our kids as they navigate adversity. Lora shares about the importance of inclusion and raising our kids to be kind and compassionate. 

On episode 4, Hannah and Xan sit down with supermom Emily Jennings to discuss the joy that can be found in the chaos, the power in praying for our kids, and walking beside them as they discover their individual value and callings. 

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On episode three, Hannah and Xan sit down with Heather Colenda to talk about modeling our faith to our kids through organic prayer and praise.  Shoutout to helping our kids grow up knowing they are loved and whole because of who they are in Christ.

Song we have on repeat: https://open.spotify.com/track/2GGvmXF70zQ13NS86nOw7k?si=0e7ec119d68c4d1f