Honestly, it's Motherhood

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.

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

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

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

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!

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

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)

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

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)

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/

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

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

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

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)

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

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.

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)

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/

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. 

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!

Meal times get a bad rep. Let's talk about why and how we can change our mindset to not make meal times so miserable. If what you're doing is working, that's great! But sometimes we want a change and we have to be willing to make changes to see that change.Conversation starters:https://typicallysimple.com/rather-questions-kids/

Today we're talking about parenting in a pandemic. How none of us signed up for this shit but here we are. We give you some tips and ideas on how to stay sane in this incredibly difficult stage of life.Links:Non screen time activities: (Affiliate link)https://www.amazon.com/shop/mostlyundercontrol?listId=1C2XBTBS09EKYSensory bins:https://mostlyundercontrol.com/2015/09/18/6-sensory-bins-for-under-30-with-tons-of-other-ideas/Art For Kids Hub:https://www.youtube.com/user/ArtforKidsHubMorgan's Blog (cooking with kids)https://www.morganmanagesmommyhood.com

In part 3 of our Pandemic Parenting series, we're talking about marriages and cohabitating relationships. How to keep them strong when it feels like it may be impossible.Links:NY Post article on divorce during a pandemicEtsy link for communication notebook

Holding relationships together as a mom can be really hard. Holding them together during a pandemic and as a mom seems really freaking impossible. Today we're going to talk about ways to do that while still maintaining what's left of your sanity.

Honestly, It's Motherhood debuts with our first episode in a series we like to call "Pandemic Parenting." This episode focuses on the circus that is E Learning at home and we give you some tips on how to deal with some of the biggest challenges.We are Morgan & Melanie - 2 moms with a combined 7 kids, just trying to get by most days. Motherhood is frickin hard. Let's talk about it.