HeyJaredBetween the Chaos & Calm: In the Middle of Motherhood
Grab a coffee and lean in with two mom friends as they process the mess, the magic, and everything in between that comes with motherhood.
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22. Back-to-School Tips for Middle Childhood That You Won’t See on Social Media (opens the original)
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Back-to-school season can make parents feel like we should be doing more —more prep, more activities, more troubleshooting, more communication. But what if what our elementary kids actually need is a little more breathing room? In this episode, we’re bringing both the parent and teacher perspective to the starting school transition. We talk about building a buffer instead of a frantic end-of-summer ramp-up, why it can take weeks for kids to truly settle into a new academic year, and how to suppo
21: Why Ages 3-4 Can Feel like a Preview of Adolescence: Understanding the Brain of Your “Threenager” with Sarah Piel, Ms.Ed, PMH-C (opens the original)
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There's plenty of advice and support for the magical, challenging year of two—but what about year three? We sat down with Early Years Expert Sarah Piel, M.S.Ed., PMH-C, to explore what's really happening in the "threenager brain." Together, we unpack the emotional and developmental shifts behind this stage, and why it can feel like a preview of adolescence with huge surges of independence and plenty of volatility. Grab a coffee and lean in with this chat, where Sarah beautifully takes us through
20: When Safety Makes Our Kids Less Safe – The Case for Risky Play (opens the original)
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Safety is critical in our children's play and learning experiences, but part of prioritizing this is also learning to let them take safe risks. Children naturally seek experiences that challenge their bodies and minds. They need opportunities to test their limits, develop planning and problem-solving skills, and build confidence in what they're capable of. Whether it's climbing a rock wall, helping prepare food with a child-safe knife, or engaging in rough-and-tumble play with peers, these exper
19: The Art of Thrifting and Other Ways We Can Teach Our Kids Sustainability Practices: With Educator Heather Morales (opens the original)
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Becoming a mother can reignite your love for our planet. It's only natural to want to leave the world in a better state for our children than the one we inherited. Yet many of us feel we lack the knowledge or experience to embrace more sustainable practices—whether it's growing our own fruits and vegetables, propagating plants, or reducing the household waste that often seems to multiply once a baby arrives. In this episode, we interview guest educator and homeschool mom of three, Heather Morale
18: Sibling Squabbles and Family Feuds: Finding our Calm While Parenting Multiples (opens the original)
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Ahh, sibling dynamics. Adjusting to life with multiple children can be both challenging and deeply rewarding. In this episode, we sit down to talk about our children's age gaps, the lessons we've learned along the way, and how we navigate conflicts in ways aimed at reducing rivalry and tattling while fostering conflict resolution skills for life. Whether you're preparing to welcome another child or you're already knee-deep in the season of nurturing sibling relationships, this conversation is fo
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