Kindred Conversations

Chatting all things spring in this episode! We talk about how we did spring break as well as highs and lows, what we're loving style wise this spring, and how we're tackling spring cleaning!Follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations! Or check out our products at kindred-conversations.com.If you enjoyed this episode you can leave us a rating and/or review on your preferred listening platform.

Submission Episode!We asked for both your practical tips and mindset shifts that are helpful when you are in the midst of survival mode during the first trimester.In this episode we share your tips as well as our thoughts and experiences from our previous pregnancies

In this episode we welcome a highly anticipated guest -- Hailey Devine! Hailey is a creator at heart and shares about inspiring creativity in her three daughters and making room for herself to be creative as well. She also talks about simple traditions and the power they have to make childhood (and motherhood!) feel magical.

Book Club Episode! This episode is all about our favorite takeaways and thoughts on The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins.We talk about how it applies to parenting, adult friendships, and managing your own emotions. You can join in the conversation on Instagram @kindred_conversations. See kindred-conversations.com to find our conversation cards and weekly planners!

We are chatting all about Britt's latest trip sans kids. We talk about logistics of making it work, itinerary, and favorite spots! Join us on Instagram @kindred_conversations for links and further trip breakdown!Thanks for listening. We're here every Friday!

Brimley is a creator that shares everyday home life, fashion, and navigating life after loss. In our conversation we talk about her experience losing her daughter and continuing on through her grief. We also talk about why she still believes in getting g herself dress amidst heartache. Later on in the conversation we talk about her practical tips for finding a style and getting dressed.

Submission Episode! We took your submissions for systems that work in your home to ease some of the burden of household work. We talk about laundry routines, grocery runs, and building pauses into your day for everyone to help with the daily tasks. Thank you for listening! You can join in the conversation @kindred_conversations on Instagram.

In this episode we talk through a major surprise Paris has been processing recently! Thanks for joining us this week, we're here every Friday

Happy Valentine's Day!! For today's episode we decided to break down a few of the things we choose to do in our marriages that serve us well.We talk about roles, expectations, saying yes, and being independent as much as possible.Paris briefly referenced a previous episode with Kylie Hempy where she discusssed Fair Play. You can find that episode in the archives.Thanks for join us! We'll be here with a new episode next Friday!

What better way to celebrate galentines than an ode to the gals?? In this episode we delve into our favorite parts of female friendships!We talk about the fun, vulnerable, and meaningful ways women connect and why we love it so much!

With January coming to an end we thought we would include one final new year episode! We asked our listeners for their lists of ins & outs for 2025 as well as compiled lists of our own- sharing all the details here!!We talk about embracing seasons of chaos and seasons of figuring it out, creative hobbies, and eating out. The listener submissions are shared in order of popularity.Thanks for listening! Follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations.Galentines sale!!! Grab your kindred conversations cards in time for a galentines party! 1/31/25-2/2/25 you can purchase from kindred-conversations.com with 20% off! Discount applied at checkout.

We wanted to finish our thoughts on Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne, specifically surrounding childhood sports and extracurriculars. We talk about what activities we are comfortable with at this current stage of kindergarten and how we are exploring the world of extracurriculars with a grain of skepticism and permission to adjust as needed!! Paris talks about starting Miles in hockey and her end goals for her children's activities. Britt talks about interviewing for a full time job and then about your children coming as they are and adjusting expectations in your current family from how you grew up. We hope this episode feels helpful and relatable in some way to what you are currently experiencing! We would love to hear how you are currently managing the push and pull of extracurricular activity!!You can follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations.

Book Club Episode!! Simplicity Parenting by Kim John PayneWe loved this book and felt either around the Holidays or at the beginning of the year felt like the most appropriate time to give it a read. We're so excited to share with you all that we learned and want to takeaway! We talk about toys, scheduling, meals, and daily rhythms. Let us know what you think and if you read along please share your insights with us over on Instagram @kindred_conversations.If you liked this episode please leave a 5-star rating or review on Spotify or the Podcast app. It would mean so much!

Another year down! Another “Year in Review” episode is here! In this episode we talk about our favorite books of the year (both parenting and personal), our favorite style trends, mindset shifts we've had, and other lessons we've taken with us from this year.With another year in the books, we are immensely grateful for you! Thank you so much to all of our loyal listeners and podcast supporters- each one of you truly builds this community in a meaningful way! You can follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations.

Santa WARNING: This episode (and all Christmas themed episodes) we highly suggest listening through your headphones or alone so little ears aren't listening! In this episode we are reading listener submissions on how you have a Christ-centered Christmas. We discuss elf on the shelf, Christmas books, advent calendars, and more. Mentioned in this episode: - Nativity Gift Tags from our Favorite Haven Haus! (currently 30% off Christmas decor) LINKED HERE. - Here is another beautiful option I liked on etsy! - Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect LINKED HERE - A Small Miracle (wordless picture book) LINKED HERE - Simplicity Parenting LINKED HERE - Little People Nativity Set LINKED HERE

A listener messaged us saying how she wanted to switch up her girls nights from their standard dinner out. We had so many thoughts we had to make a whole episode! Join us as we discuss how to make a simple girls night more intentional and ideas for each month of the year. If you enjoyed this episode we always so thoroughly appreciate a review and share! Thank you to Haven Haus Co in Midway for sponsoring this episode.

We asked what holiday episodes you wanted to hear this year and a highly requested topic was a gifting breakdown and strategy for Christmas. In this episode we talk about how we like to budget, what we like to focus on for gifting, and how we are handling gifting with our current families and extended families. If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations you can join in the conversation @kindred_conversations on Instagram.Or visit us at our new website and check out Kindred Conversation Cards at kindred-conversations.com .

This is a conversation with Kylie Hempy who is a perinatal therapist and mother of three. In this episode we talk about the FairPlay method and how we can apply it in less traditional homes. We talk about tips for getting the most enjoyment from the busy end of the year. And we touch on a few more general tips for caring for our mental health as we grow our families. If you enjoyed this episode you can follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations. If there are any guests you would like to hear from (or if you would like to come on the pod) you can reach out via Instagram DM or email us at kindredconversationspodcast@gmail.com

Today's Book Club Episode is featuring Raising Mentally Strong Kids by Dr. Daniel Amen (MD) and Charles Fay (PHD). We both enjoyed and highly recommend this book to any parents! The marriage of Love and Logic and Amen Clinics is truly an answer to so many parenting struggles and questions we've had over the years. You can find the book here. You can find the One Page Miracle here. You can find us on Instagram here. We look forward to being with you next Friday!

In this episode we discuss the current favorite books and shows we have been consuming, followed by a few recent favorite purchases. Our episode topic is based off of a phrase that Paris' mom used growing up: "That's life happening for you." She used this phrase to indicate that sometimes things out of your control (whether they seem good or bad) are actually working together in your favor. We talk about a few of the ways we've seen life happening for us over the last few years. If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations, we would love if you would leave us a rating or review on Spotify or your Podcast App. You can join in the conversation @kindred_conversations on instagram. We'll be here next week!

Submission Episode!! This episode was inspired by Brooke Romney's 52 Modern Manners for Kids. Do you ever find yourself realizing as your kid shouts the details of their latest bathroom break in the grocery store that maybe they didn't know the unspoken rule of not talking about that information in public? There are plenty of societal norms and manners that are unspoken as adults that actually need to be laid out to children. We accepted submissions from listeners for this topic and have compiled them all here! In this episode we talk about accepting invitations, bathroom etiquette, being a good friend, and more.If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations, join us next week! And you can join us on Instagram @kindred_conversations.

This episode is a conversation with Aubrey Fairchild, artist and mother, who left her tech job to enter the world of freelance artistry. We talk about her journey as an artist and then discuss incorporating art and creativity in your life as an individual, as well as with your children. I loved having Aubrey on the podcast and hope you love this episode too! You can find Aubrey's work here and here. You can join in the conversation on instagram here. Join us every Friday for a new episode!

This episode is a discussion about bringing other adult figures into your children's life in the form of teachers, nannies, babysitters, etc. We talk about how expanding your childrearing village isn't handing your child off to be raised by someone else, but supplementary to the work you are doing in parenting. There are so many benefits to expanding your village and giving your child some space to figure out who they are without you around all the time. Thanks for joining us this week! You can join in the conversation on instagram @kindred_conversation.

This episode topic has been an interesting thought claiming space in my mind over the last couple of months. In taking the role of parenting seriously, I often blur the lines between “teaching” and “supporting” with “molding” and “controlling”. It's taken a reality check or two to remind me that my children are not, in fact, blank slates to be molded into what I see as the perfect human. Rather, they are unique individuals having a unique experience in this world and I am but a mentor to help guide them in navigating their own journey. In this episode we talk about exposure, shifting our mindsets, and encouraging our children's self proposed interests. If you enjoyed this episode come join in the conversation @kindred_conversations on Instagram! And leave us a rating or review on Spotify or your Podcast app. Thanks for being here!

This is the last week of our sponsorship with Petite Moss! We love their products and are happy to offer 15% off your purchase on their site with code: kindred. You can shop here. One of the best parts of being a parent is getting to create the magic for your family! In this episode we talk about how our parents made our childhood magical, and what things we want to do for our own children. We talk about birthdays, books, sweet treats, seasonal playlists, and more. Thanks for joining us this week! If you enjoyed this episode leave us a review on Spotify or the Apple Podcast App.

Book Club Episode: Remaining You While Raising Them by Alli Worthington Sponsor: Petite Moss You can get 15% off your purchase with code: kindred In this episode we talk about our favorite takeaways from RYWRT. We discuss what we tell ourselves about "good moms", what aspects of our physical and mental health we can be focusing on to be the best versions of ourselves, and modeling less-than perfection for our kids. If you enjoyed this episode you can join in the conversation on instagram @kindred_conversations. Please leave us a rating and review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Sleep regressions and a style chat are on the podcast today! We chat about the recent sleep regression Britt's 20 month old daughter has been going through and share some of your suggestions for getting through it. Lastly, we chat about finding your personal style and using that as a measure against new wardrobe purchases.Thank you for listening today! If you want to join in the conversation you can follow along on Instagram @kindred_conversations. If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave a rating and review on the Apple podcast app and Spotify!

This episode is all about our experiences transitioning kids into every day school. This has been a way bigger transition for all parties involved than we had initially expected. We're talking through the emotions, the differences, and the strategies for getting through this "transition period." We also talk through the race Britt just ran at the end of the summer "Hood to Coast." Our sponsor this month is Petite Moss! We love their timeless, beautiful silhouettes for babies and children. This month they are launching a two-chapter collaboration with Olivia Beth! You can get 15% off your purchase with code: kindred. You can shop the collaboration here.

This episode has been brought on by feeling like some of the foundational principles we relied on in "gentle parenting" weren't quite meeting our needs as our children (in age and numbers) have grown. How do you move forward with confidence in parenting when the rules that guided you originally are falling short? In this episode we talk about our evolution of thoughts on parenting: what we've taken with us and what we we've changed our minds on. We talk through consequences, feeling like our hands our physically full, how we want to navigate parenting moving forward, and dealing with emotions in children. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Spotify or the Apple Podcasts App. You can follow along on instagram @kindred_conversations.

And WE'RE BACK!!! After taking the summer off we thought it was only fitting to spend our first episode back catching up! We sit down and chat about our summers including our highs & lows, parenting wins, and favorite books we read.

We have had so many requests for an episode geared towards prepping for your first baby! We've discussed preparing for birth, postpartum, and pregnancy a number of times but this if our first episode all about preparing for the step into motherhood. We hope you enjoy this episode and send it to a soon-to-be mom you know! Thanks for listening!

Petite Moss is a beautiful children's clothing brand with beautiful silhouettes, timeless patterns, and comfortable pieces. We love their brand and products so much we reached out to Annie (founder) to feature them on the podcast and got the opportunity to interview her on her journey to starting a company while also growing her family. I loved her honestly, transparency, and willingness to share a behind the scenes view of what it's like running Petite Moss. You can check out Petite Moss @petitemoss on instagram or at petitemoss.com. Use code kindred15 for 15% off. If you enjoyed listening, we're here every Friday with a new episode! Please rate and review us on your podcast app and Spotify.

Talking about a favorite quote from Alli Worthington's “Remaining You While Raising Them.” In this episode we discuss how this quote shapes our view of parenting and motherhood. We talk about caring for ourselves in ways that feel fulfilling.

Today we're chatting about finding the balance between fun and routine this summer. Our kids are out of school and we want to cherish this time… and stay sane!

This episode was inspired by a Tik Tok that Paris saw, explaining that asking favors of your friends feels like a radical act in our world of efficiency, Uber, and DoorDash. We talk about our general rules of thumb when asking for favors, what feels kind of annoying when asked a favor, and our general feelings of the vulnerability required to deepen any relationship. If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations, join us next week on the pod and on Instagram @kindred_conversations!

Shira Gill is a globally recognized home organizing expert, bestselling author, and speaker. She has inspired thousands of people to clear clutter from their homes and lives, and developed a process and toolkit that applies to anyone, regardless of budget, space, or lifestyle. In this episode she joins Britt and discusses how we can manage mental clutter and set up systems that work for our families!

In preparation for the summer and traveling season ahead, we are talking about something we would both consider ourselves experts in: roadtrips! Traveling with little kids is an intense and specific challenge. When roadtripping with my family, preparation is the name of the game. We talk about all the food, activities, stops, etc. that work for our families in this phase of life when traveling by car!

Submission Episode! We requested all of your best household hacks that make life a little easier with little kids. So many tips were about where you keep and how you maintain shoes and socks

It can be tempting to stay inside all day in a “safe space” for your children. But, we are both believers that getting out of the house is important for your mental health and provides valuable learning opportunities for your children. In this episode we talk all about our favorite outings with kids, family centric vs. kid centric outings, and how we like to prepare for said outings. I don't know why the only examples of adult outings I could come up with were a hair appointment and OBGYN visit but let it serve that I meant [insert adult outing here]. Sign up for our newsletter here: view.flodesk.com/pages/645561b85262036b60966301

Paris interviews Britt in this episode all about reflecting on the last decade and looking to the next one. We talk about gaining empathy for others, sliding in and out of hobbies and habits while growing your family, and redefining yourself every few years. Sign up to recieve our weekly newsletter here! If you enjoyed this episode go leave a review on Spotify and the Apple Podcast app.

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Another life hack episode coming at you! We always appreciate getting the dirty deets of how you get stuff done with littles in tow and this episode didn't disappoint! I think my favorite new hack is having a 3 step car makeup routine. Thanks for your submissions and thank you for listening!

Kira is a previous Preschool teacher, the founder of Kinderfolk (an early childhood curriculum subscription), and mother of 3. We've been so excited to have her on the podcast to talk about early childhood education. Whether you choose to homeschool, send your children to a traditional school, or anything in between, this episode will be helpful for you in encouraging a love of learning and curiosity in the home!

A listener requested episode! In today's episode we address making time for and prioritizing personal pursuits and side jobs. We talk about how we manage our time and child care in our own homes, being on the same page as our spouses, and making lifestyle decisions for our optimal mental health. If you enjoyed this episode please rate and/or review us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you!

Submission episode! Today's episode is all about the spring holidays that carry us through to summertime. We talk through how we celebrate in our own homes and share your submissions! This episode covers Valentine's Day, St Patrick's day, Easter, Mother's Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Father's Day ✨ happy celebrating!

Book club episode! We have both declared this our new favorite parenting book. Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy walks through a number of parenting challenges while applying overarching principles that matter regardless of age or phase of life. We discuss our favorite quotes, tactical takeaways, mindset shifts, and what we will do differently because of this book. If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations please take a minute to rate or review us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Today's episode is a chattier conversation talking through the ways we recognize and accept the duality in motherhood. Motherhood is so hard and so good; it is often lonely yet hard to find time for yourself; you can feel out of control and also be the one making all the decisions... it is paradoxical in it's nature. We hope you find this episode as therapeutic as it was for us to talk through! If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations, please rate and review us on Apple podcasts or Spotify!

We previously read and reviewed Jay Shetty's Think Like a Monk for the pod. We loved it so much that we decided to read and review his new book, 8 Rules of Love, for our valentines themed episode! This episode isn't a summary but more a discussion of what we liked and will takeaway. Hope you love it!

Surviving winter is a challenge for all of us- especially when you are simultaneously charged with caring for young kids who have seemingly endless amounts of energy and a great need for the open outdoors. So, we created this episode as a guide to surviving winter with little kids. We talk about winter clothing, activities, mindsets, and outings all with the central purpose of keeping both you and your young ones sane and happy through the cold months.

After reflecting on our 2023 it only felt natural to record a separate episode about our intentions moving into the new year! Here are our "ins and outs" of 2024. If you enjoyed this episode of Kindred Conversations, please rate and review us on your preferred listening platform!

Our first recorded episode of 2024! We've continued the tradition of a "Year in Review" episode now with 2023 in the books. In this episode we talk about both personal and podcast favorites from last year. We discuss top episodes from 2023, books we read and reviewed, and how we've shown up for both ourselves and our children over the last year. Top episodes from last year: Maximizing Life as a Working Mother with Avery Harding Fitness and Motherhood with Meg Miles Making Your Home Feel Cozy with Isabelle Baker Books from 2023: How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen Hunt, Gather, Parent If you enjoyed this episode please consider leaving us a rating and review on Spotify or your Apple Podcast app.