This week, Melanie and Allison dive into the common phrases we say to our children that might be more problematic than we realize. They share personal anecdotes and discuss the impact of these phrases on their kids. From exploring different parenting styles to reflecting on their own experiences, they offer insights and tips on how to communicate more effectively with our little ones. Tune in for an engaging and heartfelt conversation that every parent can relate to!

Information provided in this episode is credited to parents.com, specifically "These Common Phrases Said to Kids Are Actually Problematic," published 8/27/2024. Written by Michelle Crouch and reviewed by Laura Anderson, PhD.

Sources:
When Parents' Praise Inflates, Children's Self-Esteem Deflates. Child Dev. 2017.

The Truth About Child Abduction Statistics in 2024. Safeatlast. 2024.

Timestamps:

00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions

01:45 Parenting Challenges: Repeating Ourselves

03:41 Types of Parenting Styles

06:11 Discussing Parenting Styles and Their Impact

09:23 Praising Kids: The Right Way

15:49 Handling Kids' Emotions and Injuries

19:38 Talking About Diet and Body Image

23:45 Teaching Kids About Money

26:18 A Lost Charger and a Lesson Learned

28:30 Teaching Kids About Stranger Danger

30:14 Encouraging Independence and Safety

35:57 The Dinner Dilemma: To Finish or Not to Finish

44:20 Fostering Creativity Through Artwork

47:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this week's episode, Melanie and Allison celebrate Melanie's birthday which coincides with some doctor visits. As Melanie's birthday week kicks off, we emphasize the necessity of regularly scheduled medical visits and talk about our experiences with ultrasounds, mammograms, colonoscopies and more. Plus, we ponder the likelihood of our 7-year-olds driving to Target. To wrap things up, we chat about the incredible Sheriff Grady Judd and his no-nonsense approach in Polk County. Come join us for some laughs!

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This week Melanie and Allison discuss the impact of screen time on kids. We're talking all kinds of screen time - ipads, tablets, computers, TV - you name it! Allison shares her personal experiences with social media, including seeing some bizarre online content and social media trends that tend to be time-sucking and distracting. We share some strategies we use for managing our children's screen time, including limiting iPad use and promoting non-screen activities.

In the end, it's all about maintaining a balanced lifestyle amidst the competition we moms face with screen time.

00:42 Discussing Screen Time and Its Effects
02:19 Social Media Convo Begins
06:02 Managing Kids' Screen Time
10:03 Screen Time Rules and Recommendations
13:28 Bizarre Online Content
18:50 Finding Good Content
20:38 Going Through Social Media Detox
23:23 College Fashion Trends

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This week, Melanie and Allison catch up on life events and share their favorite things. They discuss their recent challenges in keeping up with 'The Bachelorette' episodes, switching gears to focus on their original podcast purpose: sharing tips and insights about life as midlife moms.

They delve into various favorite items, including Turkish towels, Differin gel, Alexapure water filtration system, footwear, skincare products from Clinique, hair accessories, and Young Living's Gentle Baby essential oil. Tune in for a mix of practical tips, product recommendations, and personal anecdotes from the hosts.

Timestamps:

01:44 Favorite Things: Turkish Towels
05:17 Favorite Things: Differin Daily Brightening Exfoliator
09:10 Favorite Things: Alexapure Pro Water Filtration System
12:00 Favorite Things: Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Overnight Mask
15:43 Favorite Things: Roxy Tennis Shoes
16:46 Favorite Things: Birkenstocks
20:56 Favorite Hair Accessories
25:54 Essential Oils for Relaxation
30:15 Cozy Slipper Socks

Resource Information:

We talked about these products on this podcast. Please note we are not sponsored by, nor are we getting any paid compensation for promoting these products.

Link to Hello Peshtemal Turkish Beach Towel

Link to Differin Daily Brightening Exfoliator

Link to Alexapure Pro Water Filtration System

Link to Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Overnight Mask

Link to Roxy Women's Bayshore Slip on Shoe Sneaker

Link to Allison's Birkenstocks

Link to Teenitor Hair Bun Shaper Set

Link to Anezus 54 pcs Hair Ties for Girls and Women

Link to Melanie's Hair Clip

Link to Allison's Hair Clip

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This week Melanie and Allison continue their review of Season 21 of The Bachelorette. In this episode, Jenn and her men explore Seattle on Episodes 5 and 6.

If you have been watching this show for a while, like Melanie, or you're brand new to The Bachelorette, like Allison, or you don't have time to watch this crazy show, let us recap it for you!

We talk about everything from Jenn's fashion to her dates and their locations and sometimes get a little judgy.

Please note: spoilers are given since we discuss which men Jenn keeps and which ones are sent packing to go home.

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This week Melanie and Allison continue their review of Season 21 of The Bachelorette. In this episode, Jenn and her men explore New Zealand on Episodes 3 and 4.

If you have been watching this show for a while, like Melanie, or you're brand new to The Bachelorette, like Allison, or you don't have time to watch this crazy show, let us recap it for you!

We talk about everything from Jenn's fashion to her dates and their locations and sometimes get a little judgy.

Please note: spoilers are given since we discuss which men Jenn keeps and which ones are sent packing to go home.

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This week Melanie and Allison begin their review of Season 21 of The Bachelorette. Can you believe that Allison has NEVER watched a season of this show? Melanie can't and, as such, has begged and pleaded for her co-host to get in on the game. Listen in as they give a recap of the show and their thoughts on each man that begs for Jenn Tran's attention (and affection).

Whether you're a seasoned Bachelorette watcher or new to the show, you'll laugh along with these midlife moms and their takes on dating and courting in 2024.

We discuss Episode 1 and Jenn's introduction to "the guys," choosing our top and bottom 3. The second half discusses Episode 2 and the first and second date cards.

NOTE: There are spoilers as we discuss who she eliminates and who gets a rose. Be warned.

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This week Melanie and Allison discuss their recent summer vacations.

References:

Allison mentions playing virtual bingo with Witti Repartee (link here).

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