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posted on August 25, 2019

More Than Mom: Late Summer Check-In & Procrastination



It happens every year: Meagan and Sarah get to the end of summer and just feel the need to take a pause and check in. Today’s More Than Mom episode gives us that space to catch up about our summer travels, share some highlights (and also commiserate about end-of-summer woes), and reflect on the last couple months. We also respond to a listener suggestion to discuss procrastination and how it affects our work lives, personal lives, and kids’ lives.

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posted on June 25, 2019

Must Have Gear For The Beach & Pool: Episode 214



We’ve been to the beach and the pool with little kids…and survived! From what to take with you to how to carry it, from how to sit comfortably to the best ways to stay entertained, we’ve got you covered. Episode 214 is full of practical tips and our favorite products for beach days and pool trips with kids. Join us!

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posted on June 13, 2019

Stressy Wednesdays & The Stories We Stick With

It took a while for me to realize that I had internalized a message that certain things would be too hard, too time-consuming, too complicated forever. It took a little while for me to catch up with reality, and realize that that the story I was telling myself had once been true, but had become outdated.

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posted on March 26, 2019

It’s Time To Plan For Summer: Episode 201



It’s spring, which means we’re thinking about summer. Cobbling together childcare as a working mom, giving kids a chance to try new activities without over-scheduling them, and making time to enjoy a simpler schedule in your own backyard–we’ve got a lot to talk about.

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posted on August 7, 2018

Late-Summer Check-In & Managing Seasonal Transitions: Episode 168



Sarah has one week left of summer and Meagan has a MONTH. We chat about late-summer malaise, seasonal energy slumps in general, how to (or whether to) get back to healthier habits and routines, and what (if anything) we’re doing to gear up for the impending school year.

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posted on June 19, 2018

Summer Swimsuit Hack: Add A Zipper To Make Rashguards Comfier & Longer-Lasting

This blog post accompanies the New Mom Segment of The Mom Hour, Episode 161. Looking to get one more season

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