Parenting is a trip, we are here to buckle in for the ride with you sharing our hilarious stories, cute moments, and everything in between. We cuss occasionally, so threw an E on there.
In this heartfelt episode of Freezer Milk, Bridget and Chris navigate the ebbs and flows of parenting with their three boys, Enzo, Rhett, and Arlo. Amidst the joyful chaos, they share the latest family updates, including the smooth integration of their new au pair, newfound pockets of free time, and the little victories of exercise and dates. Enzo's struggles with sibling dynamics and his unique perspective on being an only child part-time are candidly discussed. The couple also confronts the frightening reality of choking hazards with toddlers, a stark reminder of the constant vigilance parenting demands. In a turn of events, they celebrate baby Arlo's first steps, capturing the bittersweet nature of watching their children grow. Join Bridget and Chris as they reflect on the complexities of raising young kids, the unexpected moments of terror and triumph, and the importance of a supportive village in this journey of parenthood. Tune in for an episode that's as unpredictable and rewarding as parenting itself. Don't forget to visit freezermilk.com or follow @FreezerMilkPodcast on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content.
In this episode of Freezer Milk, Bridget and Chris escape to their porch sanctuary to chat amidst the winter chill and a recent snowfall. With the kids safely in view through the glass, they discuss the unique cold of Virginia, the arrival of their new au pair, and the mixed blessings of daycare. Chris shares his reflections on returning to his native Arizona for work and the stark contrast to their new life on the East Coast. They delve into the importance of mental health as Chris opens up about seeking therapy to manage life's stresses, while Bridget talks about tackling emotional eating. The couple also recounts their foodie adventures in DC, the thrill of hockey games, and the dream of restoring an old house. As they sip on peanut butter whiskey, they muse on the importance of consistency over motivation and the small joys like clapping milestones from baby Arlo. Tune in for an honest, reflective journey through parenting, personal growth, and embracing change.
Join Bridget and Chris in their latest podcast episode as they reflect on the holiday season's whirlwind, marked by their son Arlo's first birthday, the challenges of daycare illnesses, and the joyous chaos of Christmas morning, discussions of an Au Pair, and Enzo learns to ride a bike. It's a candid conversation that celebrates the messy, beautiful journey of parenting and the hopeful anticipation of the year ahead.
In this week's parenting podcast, Bridget and Chris give an intimate look into life with three young boys. They chat about the chaos of Thanksgiving with toddlers, share funny stories from a rare weekend away in Charleston, and commiserate over the daily struggles of defiant two-year-olds. Tune in for an honest, relatable take on parenting young children.
This week on the Freezer Milk Podcast, hosts Bridget and Chris chat about their plans for the upcoming holidays, reminisce about parenting struggles with their three young boys, and look forward to creating new family traditions. With Thanksgiving approaching, they decide to host the holiday themselves this year since Bridget's aunt, who normally hosts, is sick. Bridget talks about her grocery shopping to plan the perfect meal. They also discuss their hopes for a white Christmas, though they know weather is unpredictable. Looking back, they remember how hard it was when their oldest son Enzo was a baby and wasn't sleeping through the night yet. But now their family has grown, transitioning from a one bedroom apartment to a home 3x the size. The holidays this year will be a special chance to make memories after feeling isolated the past few years.
This gripping episode chronicles young parents Bridget and Chris' exhausting trial by fire caring for their two young sons, Rhett and Arlo, as they endured back-to-back severe viral infections requiring multiple ER visits and hospitalizations. Their harrowing account of watching their boys struggle to breathe, dealing with dangerously high fevers, and providing round-the-clock care will resonate with all parents. An emotional rollercoaster full of lessons learned navigating daycare germs, caring for sick family members, and mustering unknown reserves of energy and strength when it mattered most.
This week on the podcast, Chris and Bridget dive into the ups and downs of parenting their three rambunctious boys. Listen in as they vent about sleepless nights and stomach bugs, then find the silver linings in milestone moments like watching their son shine as a wedding party member. You'll hear an emotional story of Chris' father's car accident and how it brought them closer, as well as the importance of trusting your instincts as a parent. Tune in for a candid, relatable look at the rollercoaster ride of parenthood.
This week on Freezer Milk Podcast, hosts Bridget and Chris have an honest discussion about the challenges of parenting in the digital age. When their son Enzo is caught watching YouTube videos he shouldn't be, it leads to a pivotal parenting moment. Hear how Enzo reacts when confronted with consequences, and how a heartfelt walk and talk with Chris helps him gain maturity and perspective. Tune in for an insightful look at setting boundaries, building trust, and maintaining open communication with kids in today's tech-filled world.
Parents of three boys, Bridget and Chris of the Freezer Milk Podcast invite you into their world of controlled chaos this week. Bridget shares the terrifying story of having a severe allergic reaction to antibiotics that rapidly progressed to anaphylaxis. Chris recounts his confusion and alarm over the situation, from Bridget's itchy red rash to bluish lips. Beyond the ER drama, they also reflect on the importance of their morning routine, Bridget's anxiety over upcoming solo travel, and why a good hospital tops their criteria for where to live. Pull up a seat for intimate and lighthearted conversations about health scares, parenting mishaps, and the unshakable partnership between spouses tackling life's ups and downs together.
Back with a new episode after a brief hiatus, Bridget and Chris of Freezer Milk Podcast candidly share the joys and struggles of adjusting to major life changes - from moving states to having a third baby. With plenty of wisdom but no sugarcoating, they discuss their tween's emotional challenges, toddler dynamics, and their own search for balance and friendship as spouses and parents.
Get ready for a rollercoaster of real talk on parenting in the 21st century. Bridget and Chris give us the unfiltered truth on everything from nursing challenges and toddler daredevils to navigating big emotions and childhood social trauma. Their honest sharing provides nuggets of wisdom on mindfulness, self-reflection, and embracing our imperfections as parents. Their conversational session is relatable, humorous, and insightful.
In this episode full of personal growth and reflections, Bridget traces her journey with cousin Chris from distant relatives to close confidants. She highlights key moments like Chris's comfort with her newborn Rhett and a vacation that shifted Chris's perspective on parenting. Bridget also shares her own transitional chapter with Kirstin, this week's special guest, detailing the motivations, timeline, challenges and silver linings of her cross-country move from Arizona to Virginia. Bridget and Kirstin discuss their online dating mishaps, and successes. Through her stories, she underscores the inimitable value of family bonds.
If you think moving cross-country with two kids under three sounds crazy, you're absolutely right. But the hosts of Freezer Milk Podcast prove that even parenting disasters can be hilarious in the retelling. Follow along for foaming washing machines, delayed flights, stomach bugs, and more as this couple shares their most epic moving fails. Their sense of humor will have you laughing even at their misfortune.
This week we discuss our relationship struggles with everything going on, recap an uncomfortable conversation, talk about trying to do more with the kiddos, and the latest cuteness overload we had with Rhett.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week we talk about pushing past being touched out, recap of our week and excitement for moving.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We podcast early in the morning, talking about Rhett going into daycare this week, and the tough date night convo we had.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week after a week off we discuss some big changes that happened suddenly but were in the plans for a year. Tune in to hear!Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
In this episode we talk about what trigged Chris's fight or flight response and how he did, we laugh at middle of the night chaos.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
Was a busy week with Bridget's birthday, Mother's Day, and Bridget's first full week back to work.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week we change it up to say what we appreciate about each other.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
Bridget's 36th birthday is looming, so we talk about her sparkle hair, she learns what PHAT means, time flies, babies cry, and Chris gets a vasectomy update.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
It's been a week of grumpy people over here, had some magic moments with the littles, and we discuss why our relationship is struggling this week.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week Enzo has some great talks as a result of therapy, a kiddo shocks us with a boy genius moment, Chris realizes he sees himself in a kid.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week Rhett tried to burn the house down, we worked long hours on Chris's business, Bridget had a rough day, and Arlo is mister chatty baby. Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We discuss the sweet season we are in with our little family right now, why Chris white knuckled the steering wheel while driving this week, and how helpful Enzo is currently.
We discuss how much Arlo has changed in the past week, he smiles at a lot of things. The struggles of sleep this week with both Arlo and Rhett, and a quick review of our spring break week with Enzo.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We discuss Rhett's 2nd Birthday, we talk about how therapy is helping Enzo including a big talk on emotions with him, Chris had to deal with not 1 but 2 diaper blowouts this week, and we learned how well we mesh together when it comes to business.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week we discuss our Rhett's obsession with Milkies and not sure when or how to stop nursing, how Arlo is a dream baby, and my cousin came to visit!Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week we discuss our first trip to the aquarium with Rhett, and discuss the lack of education to parents that breastfeed/pump.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
This week we discuss pivoting in life, on a home project and potentially how we feed Arlo. Bridget gets to tap into her creative side, and Chris flips out over dog poop.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
Valentine Day 2023, we discuss Chris change of heart regarding the day with a new perspective, evolving as parents in our relationship, and how each kid is special to us.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We record sitting in Costco parking lot, discuss both of our dads, how life is a game, and making memories.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We discuss streaming service frustrations with the NFL, our frustrating week and going back to being a 2 car family after 2.5 years, and our new Safety Stop and when we will use it.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We discuss the whirlwind of the past 2 weeks. Having 2 under 2 and an 8yr old is no joke! Add in 2 birthdays in the house, family visiting from out of town, and oh yeah Chris got snipped.Follow Freezer Milk Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/freezermilkpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@freezermilkpodcastListen/Rate/Review/Follow on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/5SL...https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/freezermilk/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@freezermilkpodcast
We tell the birth story of Arlo. Our double rainbow baby. Trigger warning traumatic post birth.
We discuss Christmas Day and then what happened at Bridget's 41 week appointment. Also you will hear some of Arlo in the background.
We discuss the fake labor Bridget had, being "overdue", Rhett's first night away from us, and NFL in our house.
This week we talk about Chris's uncomfortableness at the dr. Meeting Enzo's therapist, and Rhett talking up a storm.
*Spoiler Alert - No baby yet* In this episode we discuss pregnancy mood swings, being unsure of what Bridget wants to labor and birth in, picking the energy and people for birth and postpartum, and a few ways we love people that aren't are family more than immediate family.
We discuss a rough weekend, and Bridget's food fails. Also starting to take guesses on baby 3's arrival date.
This week we talk about holiday expectations being a bit high for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Worrying about the upcoming lack of sleep. And an unexpected reach out from a person that had a mutual ex with Bridget.
We discuss what it's like so far and will be like parenting to how different Enzo and Rhett are.
Why it seemed like a long week, Nanny excitement over a newborn, Pictures that disappointed us both, and the new stroller arrived
We celebrate 1 year of podcasting, talk about the picture that made Bridget cry, and a life lesson Enzo learned this past week.
Part 3 of our Deep Dive series. We discuss our relationship over the past 5 years, our 90 day time of living apart, and how we handle conflicts.
We recap our east coast visit for fall break. The adventures of traveling with 2 kids and 8 months pregnant.
Chris had to travel for the hurricane, so we postponed the episode about the story of us, and instead Bridget and Doula Rose discuss what it's like to have/be a doula!
We deep dive into Chris's childhood and 20s.
We take a step into what was Bridget's life like growing up and what happened in her 20s that brought her to AZ and our life.
We talk about deep feelings kids, Why Bridget napped on Saturday, and the Season of Chaos we are in.
We discuss things we wish we had known about being parents, and letting down family this week in more than one way.