Some days we’re the “Sure, why not?” mom, and other days we’re the “Because I said so” mom – and often we lean more into one side than the other. Meagan and Sarah unpack what the Yes Mom / No Mom binary really means, the why behind our wiring, how it affects our kids, and how it’s not always so black and white. We look at the balance between freedom and structure, and remind you there are many ways to be yourself and be a great mom at the same time.
The Last Parenting Book You’ll Ever Read – Available For Pre-Order NOW!
The book, available everywhere May 6, is a love letter to my 27 years of motherhood, a note of support for other moms and dads approaching the end of the “active” stage of child-rearing, a cheering section for parents who aren’t sure about the job they did (and are still doing), and gentle encouragement to look for opportunities to turn some of the nurturing energy you’ve been directing toward your kids back toward yourself.
Jokes, Humor, Pranks & Funny Stuff: Episode 511
No April Foolery from us today, but we ARE talking about family culture around jokes and funny stuff. We touch on Sarah’s very strong feelings about pranks and jump scares, the joy of watching our kids’ unique senses of humor evolve as they grow, whether teasing and ribbing fit in our our families’ culture, comedy styles in pop culture that catch on with our teens, and more.
House Rules For Neighbor Play: Episode 510
Living near other families with kids is a blessing and, occasionally, a challenge. In today’s episode of House Rules, Meagan and Sarah share tips from The Mom Hour community—consider this your go-to guide for making those impromptu playdates a little smoother! From setting boundaries, providing snacks, staying safe, and keeping the peace, we’ve got you covered.
Listener Questions (Vol. 48): Episode 502
Meagan and Sarah tackle MORE of your listener questions! From handling school emails about your kid’s behavior to accepting that you’re not the ‘fun parent’, from encouraging teens to read more to nudging a reluctant 8-year-old into extracurriculars, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in!
Managing Expectations For Holiday “Break”: Episode 496
The holidays are full of fun traditions—holiday photos, baking cookies, and matching PJs—but what happens when reality doesn’t live up to our expectations? Jayme and Kia are here to talk about how to embrace the mess and the madness instead of stressing over it. We explore how to shift our mindset, let go of perfection, and find joy in the imperfect moments with our kids and families this season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by holiday expectations, this episode is for you!
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 30
- Next Page »
