Have you heard of Closing Duties before? They're tasks you can quickly get done at night to be kinder to your future self. Come hang out with us as we talk with KC Davis, author of How To Keep House While Drowning (affiliate link to pre order her new book). We talk about closing duties and get a little off topic (duh) and discuss birthday parties, our favorite age of kids and some other random shit.

Have you heard of Closing Duties before? They're tasks you can quickly get done at night to be kinder to your future self. Come hang out with us as we talk with KC Davis, author of <a href="https://amzn.to/3Iadd3n" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How To Keep House While Drowning</a> (affiliate link to pre order her new book).  We talk about closing duties and get a little off topic (duh) and discuss birthday parties, our favorite age of kids and some other random shit.

Closing Duties - with KC Davis

Let's talk about our phone addictions because no one wants to admit it. This episode we talk about how to reduce phone usage as a parent and why it's important.5 Great tips to reduce phone usage as a parent - Mostly Under ControlAffiliate link to the book Melanie talks about:Mostly Under Control's Amazon Page

Let's talk about our phone addictions because no one wants to admit it. This episode we talk about how to reduce phone usage as a parent and why it's important. <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2021/01/19/5-great-tips-to-reduce-phone-usage-as-a-parent/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Great tips to reduce phone usage as a parent - Mostly Under Control</a> Affiliate link to the book Melanie talks about: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/mostlyundercontrol?listId=2OUJ6D4CX3Z15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mostly Under Control's Amazon Page</a>

Reducing your phone usage as a parent

Come chat with us about meal planning! Melanie is super passionate about it and you can find all her notebooks and printables at her etsy shop:https://www.mostlyorganized.etsy.com

Come chat with us about meal planning! Melanie is super passionate about it and you can find all her notebooks and printables at her etsy shop: <a href="https://www.mostlyorganized.etsy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mostlyorganized.etsy.com</a>

Meal planning

We are very passionate about most topics but this one especially. Find out how and why we wake up before our kids and why you should, too.How to wake up before your kids and why it will improve your mood! - Mostly Under Control

We are very passionate about most topics but this one especially. Find out how and why we wake up before our kids and why you should, too. <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2021/01/22/how-to-wake-up-before-your-kids-and-why-it-will-improve-your-mood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to wake up before your kids and why it will improve your mood! - Mostly Under Control</a>

Waking up before your kids

Wowww.....we didn't think we would be gone for that long but we have been through some stuff. See where we have been in this episode to kick off season 3 and our return.Don't forget to rate us on iTunes!

Wowww.....we didn't think we would be gone for that long but we have been through some stuff.  See where we have been in this episode to kick off season 3 and our return. Don't forget to rate us on iTunes!

We're backkk!

Everyone talks about how important one on one time is with your kids - but how the hell do you get it? Today we're talking about how to get that one on one time, what it "should" look like and so much more.Etsy shop for printables: Systems for moms who want to stay Mostly by MostlyOrganized (etsy.com)How to spend one on one time and why it's importantIdeas for one on one time

Everyone talks about how important one on one time is with your kids - but how the hell do you get it? Today we're talking about how to get that one on one time, what it "should" look like and so much more. Etsy shop for printables: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/mostlyorganized?section_id=32818166" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Systems for moms who want to stay Mostly by MostlyOrganized (etsy.com)</a> <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2021/02/15/how-to-spend-quality-time-with-your-child-and-why-its-important/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to spend one on one time and why it's important</a> <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2021/02/17/ideas-for-one-on-one-time-activities-with-your-kids/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ideas for one on one time</a>

One on one time with your kids

Today we sat down with Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Sarah Czopek and talked about the many roles of motherhood and how our past creeps in while we try to parent. Sarah can be found at Sarahczopek.com and if you're local to the Downers Grove, Illinois area, you can work with her!Crafts | MNS Creative (feelings puppets)

Today we sat down with Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Sarah Czopek and talked about the many roles of motherhood and how our past creeps in while we try to parent. Sarah can be found at <a href="http://Sarahczopek.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sarahczopek.com</a> and if you're local to the Downers Grove, Illinois area, you can work with her! <a href="https://mnscreative.com/pages/crafts?fbclid=IwAR0J5S3G_KkuQGb2thVTzr9RaQ4WMz0UCmWKCdh-IohLa0cqDxJfmug0mkw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crafts | MNS Creative</a> (feelings puppets)

The Many Roles of Motherhood with Sarah Czopek

What is a consequence? What is a punishment? Today we talked to Kirsten Russel of Mindful Motherhood Blog about the difference and why we should focus on consequences over punishments. You can work with Kirsten and find information on her website:www.mindfulmotherhoodblog.com

What is a consequence? What is a punishment? Today we talked to Kirsten Russel of Mindful Motherhood Blog about the difference and why we should focus on consequences over punishments.  You can work with Kirsten and find information on her website: <a href="http://www.mindfulmotherhoodblog.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mindfulmotherhoodblog.com</a>

Consequences vs Punishments with Kirsten Russell

Today was a great day! We got to talk to KC Davis of Strugglecare.com. We had a really great chat about being overstimulated, what it feels like, how to try to avoid it and how to deal with it. We also talk about ways to get short little breaks from your kids. KC can be found on TikTok at @domesticblisters, at her site strugglecare.com and by grabbing her book - How to Keep House While Drowning. (This is an affiliate link)

Today was a great day! We got to talk to KC Davis of <a href="http://Strugglecare.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strugglecare.com</a>. We had a really great chat about being overstimulated, what it feels like, how to try to avoid it and how to deal with it. We also talk about ways to get short little breaks from your kids. KC can be found on TikTok at @domesticblisters, at her site <a href="http://www.strugglecare.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">strugglecare.com</a> and by grabbing her book -<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Keep-House-While-Drowning-compassionate/dp/B08NF1PGYH?crid=27F5WHFJYYKL9&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=how+to+keep+house+while+drowning&amp;qid=1612194849&amp;sprefix=how+to+keep+house+while+d%2Caps%2C190&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=nosh08-20&amp;linkId=cdcfbc5a4cc041887a67ff147f4b055d&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> How to Keep House While Drowning.</a> (This is an affiliate link)

Being overstimulated as a parent with KC Davis

Vanessa Dougan

WTF is your pelvic floor? Well, we learned all about it today with pelvic floor therapist, Vanessa Dougan. You can find her on IG @iamvanessadougan.Her facebook group can be found here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitmoms1/Find a pelvic floor physio in the US:https://pelvicguru.comIn Canada:https://pelvichealthsolutions.ca/find-a-health-care-professional/

WTF is your pelvic floor? Well, we learned all about it today with pelvic floor therapist, Vanessa Dougan. You can find her on IG @iamvanessadougan. Her facebook group can be found here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitmoms1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitmoms1/</a> Find a pelvic floor physio in the US: <a href="https://pelvicguru.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pelvicguru.com</a> In Canada: <a href="https://pelvichealthsolutions.ca/find-a-health-care-professional/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pelvichealthsolutions.ca/find-a-health-care-professional/</a>

Your pelvic floor - with Vanessa Dougan, Pelvic floor therapist

Honesty, guidance and mild swearing from real moms with real solutions.

Today we are having a judgement free conversation with Stephanie Hopkins from Red Barn Basics. She is a CPST and she's telling us about 7 car seat facts people didn't realize they needed to know.Stephanie can be found in IG at @redbarnbasics

Today we are having a judgement free conversation with Stephanie Hopkins from Red Barn Basics. She is a CPST and she's telling us about 7 car seat facts people didn't realize they needed to know. Stephanie can be found in IG at @redbarnbasics

7 Car seat facts you didn't know you needed to know

It's an unnecessary evil, but it doesn't have to be evil! It's a natural thing our bodies go through and it's important to explain it to our sons, too. Today we talked with Karen Shopoff Rooff from Well Balanced Women about girls and their periods - and why it's important to tell our sons about it, too!Book recommendation:Celebrate Your Body by Sonya Renee TaylorBlog post about the FIT2B Girls course:How to Talk with your Daughter About Changes During Puberty - Well Balanced WomenDecoding your Menstrual Cycle:Decode Your Menstrual Cycle Phases - Well Balanced WomenYou can find Karen on Instagram - @wellbalancedwomen

It's an unnecessary evil, but it doesn't have to be evil! It's a natural thing our bodies go through and it's important to explain it to our sons, too. Today we talked with Karen Shopoff Rooff from Well Balanced Women about girls and their periods - and why it's important to tell our sons about it, too! Book recommendation: Celebrate Your Body by Sonya Renee Taylor Blog post about the FIT2B Girls course: <a href="https://wellbalancedwomen.com/empower-your-adolescent-daughter/?fbclid=IwAR0B9QSBiOMUuArx1TMyum1A0Uq31Wiw1YkMrMvUxCqK0_z8ADEFGLXUqcQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Talk with your Daughter About Changes During Puberty - Well Balanced Women</a> Decoding your Menstrual Cycle: <a href="https://wellbalancedwomen.com/decode-your-menstrual-cycle-phases/?fbclid=IwAR0U5mKnhWjGhZnCqHGUawNMnXOjsyjEumCTKdso_jBZPh6n1rB3sz1t5Hs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Decode Your Menstrual Cycle Phases - Well Balanced Women</a> You can find Karen on Instagram - @wellbalancedwomen

Talking to your pre-teens about periods

Winter is here and it's dang cold. We are brainstorming some indoor large motor activities to help you out this winter.Toddler Movement Songs - Mostly Under ControlYou searched for playlist - Morgan Manages Mommyhood

Winter is here and it's dang cold. We are brainstorming some indoor large motor activities to help you out this winter. <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2020/03/25/toddler-movement-songs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Toddler Movement Songs - Mostly Under Control</a> <a href="https://www.morganmanagesmommyhood.com/?s=playlist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You searched for playlist - Morgan Manages Mommyhood</a>

Indoor large motor activities for winter

Let's talk Baby led weaning! The recommendations, what we did and if it's right for you. Links: Baby led weaning tips - start here! - Mostly Under ControlWhat are Preloaded Spoons in Baby Led Weaning? (morganmanagesmommyhood.com)

Let's talk Baby led weaning! The recommendations, what we did and if it's right for you.  Links:  <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2019/11/25/baby-led-weaning-tips/#:~:text=Baby%20led%20weaning%20is%20essentially,of%20being%20spoon%20fed%20purees.&amp;text=So%20any%20additional%20foods%20is%20for%20practice%20and%20fun." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baby led weaning tips - start here! - Mostly Under Control</a> <a href="https://www.morganmanagesmommyhood.com/preloaded-spoons-in-baby-led-weaning/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What are Preloaded Spoons in Baby Led Weaning? (morganmanagesmommyhood.com)</a>

Baby Led Weaning

Today we are a jumbled mess but that's par for the course around here. We are talking about self care, why we hate the phrase and what is and isn't self care. Links: Melanie's planner/systemdated: The Ultimate Planner for moms 2021 Dated Planner for mom | EtsyNot dated: The Ultimate Planner for moms Planner for mom Mom planner | Etsy

Today we are a jumbled mess but that's par for the course around here. We are talking about self care, why we hate the phrase and what is and isn't self care.  Links: Melanie's planner/system dated: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/910215154/the-ultimate-planner-for-moms-2021-dated?ref=listing_published_alert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Planner for moms 2021 Dated Planner for mom | Etsy</a> Not dated: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/874993601/the-ultimate-planner-for-moms-planner?ref=shop_home_active_5&amp;crt=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Planner for moms Planner for mom Mom planner | Etsy</a>

Self care vs Escapes

It's a tough time right now for all things parenting. Today we're talking about how to embrace the new temporary normal and make the best of the holiday season alone as a small family - if it's something you're not normally used to.

It's a tough time right now for all things parenting. Today we're talking about how to embrace the new temporary normal and make the best of the holiday season alone as a small family - if it's something you're not normally used to.

New holiday traditions

Today we're chatting with Dr. Katy Harrison about how to support our friends during a pregnancy loss or miscarriage. Links:Mourning Retreat: Pregnancy loss and miscarriage journalProducts Archive | Undefining Motherhood by Dr. Katy Huie HarrisonGifts for miscarriage that show you care:Miscarriage Gifts From a Miscarriage Mom: Ideas to Show You Care (undefiningmotherhood.com)What NOT to say to someone who has experienced a loss:What to Say To Someone Who Had a Miscarriage + 8 things NOT to Say (undefiningmotherhood.com)

Today we're chatting with Dr. Katy Harrison about how to support our friends during a pregnancy loss or miscarriage.  Links: Mourning Retreat: Pregnancy loss and miscarriage journal <a href="https://undefiningmotherhood.com/journals-and-organizers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Products Archive | Undefining Motherhood by Dr. Katy Huie Harrison</a> Gifts for miscarriage that show you care: <a href="https://undefiningmotherhood.com/choosing-for-miscarriage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miscarriage Gifts From a Miscarriage Mom: Ideas to Show You Care (undefiningmotherhood.com)</a> What NOT to say to someone who has experienced a loss: <a href="https://undefiningmotherhood.com/miscarriage-dont-say/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What to Say To Someone Who Had a Miscarriage + 8 things NOT to Say (undefiningmotherhood.com)</a>

Helping friends through pregnancy loss and miscarriage

Let's talk about potty training and ditching the diapers! How to know if your kid is ready and what to do when he is ready.Melanie offers coaching for this also - check it out here:https://mostlyundercontrol.com/product/15-minute-consult/

Let's talk about potty training and ditching the diapers! How to know if your kid is ready and what to do when he is ready. Melanie offers coaching for this also - check it out here: <a href="https://mostlyundercontrol.com/product/15-minute-consult/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mostlyundercontrol.com/product/15-minute-consult/</a>

Potty Training

Ever feel super disappointed in the gender of your baby? Or have family and friends feel that disappointment for you? Then this is the episode for you.Episode disclaimer:Melanie and Morgan are both so incredibly fortunate that we have been able to have children with relative ease. We know this is not the norm for so many women and we want you to know this is not something we take for granted. If this is something you find triggering, please feel free to skip this episode. We never want anyone to feel like we don’t appreciate our babies or know our privilege. But we also want to be able to help moms through different aspect of parenting and kids. 

Ever feel super disappointed in the gender of your baby? Or have family and friends feel that disappointment for you? Then this is the episode for you. Episode disclaimer: Melanie and Morgan are both so incredibly fortunate that we have been able to have children with relative ease. We know this is not the norm for so many women and we want you to know this is not something we take for granted. If this is something you find triggering, please feel free to skip this episode. We never want anyone to feel like we don’t appreciate our babies or know our privilege. But we also want to be able to help moms through different aspect of parenting and kids.

Gender Disappointment

Picky eating is arguable one of the most frustrating things about parenting. In this episode we talk about why they do it and how we can deal with it. Please take the time to write us a review where you listen! We seriously appreciate it and it lets the sites know that people want to hear from us!

Picky eating is arguable one of the most frustrating things about parenting. In this episode we talk about why they do it and how we can deal with it.  Please take the time to write us a review where you listen! We seriously appreciate it and it lets the sites know that people want to hear from us!

Picky eating - why they do it and how to deal

Honestly, it's Motherhood

The Best Multi-Part Documentaries, with documentaries on Obama, Federer vs Nadal, the making of Star Wars, Netflix vs Blockbuster and more. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best Multi-Part Documentaries

The best self improvement podcast episodes. From improving productivity, to finding purpose in your life to what constitutes freedom, this topic is on anything and everything that can help people to improve their lives. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!