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Recorded Halloween night 2019. Lucy's first trick or treating experience. Old man cookies. Chris won't eat any halloween candy. We got a dog. Update on Chris' allergies. No more eggs for Chris. Smoking with Tommy Chong.

We found out it was a meth house We found a better house and put an offer in. The older kids are staying at Grandparents. Trying to figure out how to live in a smart home. iPhone versus Android Chris’ allergies are getting out of control Making liver pills Being a step dad is hard Are the kids going to want to move back with Dad in California? Talking about Facebook memories from 3 years ago.

Krissie and Chris share some thoughts about Jimmy Martin before they head to his Celebration of Life party.

Happy Birthday, Krissie! Quit being adults that peer pressure Teenagers think they know it all Ebay Sucks We're in the process of trying to buy a house Thank you for listening to episode 51 of Meet the Holifields!

Krissies 2nd maternity leave lucy doesn’t want to come back inside lucy needs some little friends Chris got rejected to speak at Podcast Movement Krissie got some new tattoo work Fights with coworkers Lucy’s first easter egg hunt The 15 year old has a friend missing

We talk about our recent trip to Orlando for PodFest!

We find out what life was like for Chris as a single dad for a week while Kristina was in Boston. Kristina is getting a tattoo and Chris' birthday is coming up!

Krissie changes her name to Kristina. We have a new podcast studio. Sleep regression means Kristina can’t get sleep. Lucy isn’t walking yet. Lucy loves waving. Lucy has a personality.  Lucy got an ear infection. How do you find a babysitter? Kristina still loves our apartment.  Chris’ car gets backed into. Does anyone Trick R Treat anymore? Kristina is going to Boston. Kristina’s pares are moving to town. Gym talk. Chris is making beard oils now.

Recording in our new apartment.    Where did this year go?   Lucy turned a year old.   Being a stay at home dad is hard.   Going into fall & winter.   Krissie locked Chris out of Mountain West Hard Cider.   We’re in couples therapy.

We got a new apartment and we're moving back downtown! We also got a new recording spot. Downsizing our life and selling practically everything we own.  Lucy ate cat food. Time to start planning Lucys 1st birthday. Krissie has never had a garage sale. Landlord problems.

Our recap of our trip out to Philadelphia. Podcast Movement. Mediocre Show 780. Keto diet while traveling. We missed our baby. Duck boat. Donkey shows. Podcasters have the best parties. Izzy Rock. Cheesesteaks. Double Decker Buses. Delayed Planes.

Welcome to episode 43! We talk about a lot of stuff on this episode of the podcast. We talk about the name change of the podcast, we talk about Krissie taking Lucy on her first airplane ride out to Wisconsin to say goodbye to Grandma, Chris & Krissie celebrate their first wedding anniversary, and there is an open house at the podcast studio.

It's good to be back after a little break. We have some catching up to do on this episode. Chris is still doing awesome on the Keto diet and working out 6 days a week. Krissie isn't breastfeeding anymore. Lucy is almost 8 months old. Chris & Krissie celebrate their 1 year anniversary on May 20th.

Lucy turns 6 months old. 7 week keto diet check in. Krissie explains why she can't go in the basement. Some parents are against co-sleeping. Krissie likes to spend money. Visit our website momandthenewdad.com

Welcome to a new episode of Mom & The New Dad. On this episode Chris & Krissie get real and talk about what they were feeling right after dropping the older kids off to live with their dad full time. We also talk about Valentines Day and romance and Lucy turned 5 months old. Please call into the voicemail (201)948-4323 Visit the website at http://www.momandthenewdad.com

On this episode we talk about why self care is so important, Lucy turns 5 months old, and we catch up to see how Chris and Krissie are doing on the keto diet. Please subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a beat.

Welcome to episode 38 of Mom and The New Dad. On this episode we find out how the keto diet has been going for the two of them since they started, we find out what little baby Lucy has been up to, and Chris & Krissie make an announcement that is going to change things around the house. Please call into the voicemail (201)948-4323 Visit the website at http://www.momandthenewdad.com

Welcome to episode 37 of Mom and the New Dad. On this episode Chris & Krissie talk about some of the wins for the week with the kids and the struggles the come along with being a step parent. We also talk about what the keto diet has been like for the past week. Please call into the voicemail (201)948-4323

On this episode of Mom and The New Dad Chris & Krissie go on the keto diet. It seems like everyone puts on weight when they get married and have kids and it's been no different for Chris & Krissie. They share why they chose the keto diet, they share their fears, and they share concerns. Visit our website at http://www.momandthenewdad.com

We decided to record this episode at home instead of the office and we only got interrupted a few times! Chris and Krissie share their thoughts about not getting enough sleep, using another woman's breastmilk, the wonder weeks app, people that take their baby everywhere with them, and how hard it can be to pump at work.

Welcome to episode 34 of Mom and the New Dad podcast. On this episode we talk about the holidays and New Years Resolutions. Call the voicemail (201)948-4323

Welcome to episode 33 of Mom and the New Dad podcast. On this episode we talk a little bit more about holiday traditions, the Shelley family Christmas party, the benefits of a social media detox, and we even play a voicemail from a listener! Positive Benefits of doing a Social Media detox: http://www.lifehack.org/483829/9-positive-benefits-of-a-social-media-detox Call the voicemail (201)948-4323

Welcome to episode 32 of Mom and the New Dad! Welcome to our journey. Chris & Krissie have a new baby together named Lucy and Krissie has 3 kids from another marriage. This is their story of becoming parents together, Chris becoming a new father, and the struggles of a blended family. On this episode Chris turns 40 years old, Krissie has a scary doctor procedure, Chris finds out that his mom started listening to this podcast, the kids don't like it when Chris drives them to school, and of course a dad joke at the end.   Connect with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/Momandthenewdad

Welcome back everyone! On this episode we continue our journey of parenthood and find out that Chris will be celebrating his 40th birthday, Krissie starts therapy, and Chris' mom makes lactation cookies that even the kids love. There is a stranger at the door that just won't go away, our baby gets insanely bored, and the holiday season is already little bit crazy.  Call into our voicemail with your thoughts (201)948-4323

Welcome to episode 30 of Mom and the New Dad. Chris & Krissie continue their journey of raising a child together in a blended family of 6. We find out about how stressful Thanksgiving was with a brand new baby, dealing with family issues, but the most important thing that Krissie doesn't like pie. We also talk about taking the baby out to brunch, how Kid to Kid ripped us off, how the kids don't think we are cool, how Lucy loves watching Breaking Bad and Stranger Things, and how people don't realize that their kids are ugly. Call into our voicemail with your thoughts (201)948-4323 Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/momandthenewdad/ Join our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momandthenewdad/   Send us mail: Chris and Krissie 2225 S. 500 E. Suite 16 Salt Lake City, UT 84106

Welcome to episode 29 of Mom and the New Dad! On this episode Chris & Krissie talk about some of the childhood holiday traditions they had and some that they would like to hopefully do with Lucy. Krissie also talks about a recent biopsy and the obstacles of having to pump breast milk at work.  Call up our voicemail (201)948-4323

It's hard to believe it's been 2 months since Lucy was born. Chris updates us on how the vasectomy is healing. Chris & Krissie talk about much needed date they were able to go on. Listener voicemails.  15 Magical Parenting Moments that are actually horrible https://www.huffingtonpost.com/mommy-nearest-/15-magical-parenting-moments-that-are-actually-horrible_b_12051002.html Appeteethers Chompin Chicken Wing http://amzn.to/2hwmSX2 Thanks for listening! Call up our voicemail (201)948-4323 Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/momandthenewdad/ Join our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/momandthenewdad/

On this episode of the podcast Chris & Krissie talk about Chris' experience with getting a vasectomy this past weekend! If you've ever wanted to hear about the process first hand, this is your chance. This is the most real vasectomy conversation that you will probably ever listen to. We also share shitty parent stories and of course a dad joke. Thanks for listening and joining in on this journey. Connect with us on Facebook.com/Momandthenewdad or Momandthenewdad.com Call up the voicemail! (201)948-4323

Welcome back to another episode of Mom and the New Dad! Lucy turns 7 weeks old! On this episode we talk about what it was like for Krissie going back to work full time and Chris staying at home with Lucy full time. It was a busy week for the entire but they survived. Call up the voicemail! (201)948-4323

Lucy turns 6 weeks old! 6 weeks means its time for Krissie to go back to work but it also means its ok to have sex again! We also find out about a horrible smell that attacked our house and talk about some of the worst parents on the planet... including one that pulled a gun on her kids barber because it was taking too long! Call up the voicemail! (201)948-4323

On this episode of Mom and the New Dad we talk about taking the kids to the pumpkin patch, how it's the last week of maternity leave for Krissie, how Chris discovered that AC/DC puts Lucy to sleep, and some newspaper articles that prove there are always worse parents out there. Call up the voicemail! (201)948-4323

After taking a week off from doing the podcast, Chris & Krissie do some catching up on this episode. We find out that having a baby is a lot more exhausting than Krissie remembers and Chris is handling it like a champ. And to top off being extremely exhausted we find out that the website crashed so now Krissie has to start from square one to get the website back up and running. Krissie got mastitis and talks about the pain that goes along with that. Lucy turns a month old on October 10th. Chris schedules a vasectomy. Krissie shares her feelings about having to go back to work in a couple of weeks. So basically we talk about the joys of having a newborn. Thanks for joining us!   We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please call our voicemail (201)948-4323

Little Lucy turns 2 weeks old on this episode and Chris & Krissie talk about all of the things that has changed and the importance of rolling with the punches when you have a baby. We answer voicemails from listeners about blended families, breastfeeding, and becoming a new dad. We would love to hear from you! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

It's been a week since we had a baby! A lot has happened during this incredibly life changing week and Chris and Krissie rehash some of the challenges of the first week with a newborn and a house full of kids. Breastfeeding, lack of sleep and re-learning how all this baby stuff works is way harder than Krissie remembers. On his quest for more parental guidance, Chris bought a book called Baby 411 and we had to explain what 411 was to the kids...how old are we? http://amzn.to/2xN5V51 Shit that didn’t exist the last time I had a baby and if it did, I wouldn't have bought it because it's stupid: Parents Reveal The 16 "Most Essential" Baby Items They Wish They Hadn't Purchased http://www.healthyway.com/content/parents-reveal-the-10-most-essential-baby-items-they-wish-they-hadnt-purchased/11216?rtg=higherpersp-ziX7U8¶m4=hwy-fni-fbss-1334-demo  

Recorded live from room 219 at the Intermountain Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Only about 30 hours after the birth of their daughter, Chris & Krissie sit down and share their thoughts about the whole experience. They talk about what it was like when Krissie went into labor, what it was like during labor, and thoughts afterwards. Join us for this raw and real conversation that was recorded right inside the hospital after the birth of their daughter, Lucy. Lucy Christina Holifield born Sunday, September 10th at 10:49am. She weighed 6 pounds 4 ounces and is the magnificent length of 18 inches.       Come hang out with us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/momandthenewdad Come hang out with us on twitter http://www.twitter.com/momandthenewdad

On this episode of the podcast we start the discussion about  what its like to have a blended family. What is Chris' role with the step kids? How do you discipline? How can you make sure both partners are on the same page and the importance of spousal communication. The Do's and Don'ts of Stepparent Discipline http://www.parents.com/parenting/dynamics/how-to-discipline-child-step-parent/   We also talk about a phone call we got from the kids where they thought our house was on fire and they called 911.  Chris comes to the rescue and picks up the youngest at school because she sprained her wrist. Shit that Didn't exist. The Babi-Kini https://www.babikini.com/ 37 Weeks and Krissie is ready to have this baby, will she have it soon?     Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes and leave us a review! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-and-the-new-dad/id1229329288 Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/momandthenewdad/ Find us on twitter  https://twitter.com/momandthenewdad  

Krissie has had enough and is ready for this baby to get out of her! We decided to set a date to get induced, we talk about doctor visits, we find out about Krissie's baby shower, and we even find out that Krissie thought she was going into labor last Thursday! Continue our journey as we get closer and closer to baby girl's birth and Chris becomes a father for the very first time.

We all have told little white lies to spare someone's feelings, but do our labor and delivery nurses do that to us? Let's find out together! Callie is back to talk more labor and delivery! We also debate whether a hospital bag is actually necessary. Shit that didn’t exist the last time I had a baby and if it did, I wouldn’t buy it because it’s stupid: The Crib Dribbler! I think we need this one. http://amzn.to/2w5XZIb Visit our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com

Labor and Delivery Nurse, Callie Allen, joins us to have some real talk about what you should expect in the delivery room. We talk about birthing plans, different delivery options, what the doctor and nurses do during labor, and more. Shit that didn’t exist last time I had a baby and if it did, I wouldn’t buy it because it’s stupid: The Baby Lasso. Yes, it's just as weird as it sounds. https://www.amazon.com/Chummie-Baby-Lasso-Strawberry-Pink/dp/B00GNM3BDC Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/454524801595748/ We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323 Visit our website and check out all the episodes at www.momandthenewdad.com If you want to follow Chris & Krissie's baby registry, the link can be found here: http://amzn.to/2vwEVTb

People have been constantly asking Chris if he's planning on being in the delivery room during the birth. So let's discuss 10 things they don't tell you about the delivery room. http://www.gq.com/story/10-things-about-the-delivery-room Also, this week we were guests on Get Yourself Together podcast. Krissie shares with the listeners what not to say to a pregnant woman. https://gytshow.com/2017/07/29/new-episode-what-not-to-say-to-a-pregnant-woman/ Shit that didn't exist last time I had a kid and if it did, I wouldn't have bought it because it's stupid. The NoseFrida: The Snotsucker Nasal Aspirator: Clean your kid's boogers with your own mouth? Ew. http://amzn.to/2v1gtJu

Welcome to episode 14! We are 9 weeks away until baby girl is born and are we ready for her? We both still don't feel like we aren't. But Chris is slowly finding out that no parent ever feels ready.  On this episode Krissie wants to delve into the world of eating the placenta. What are the pros and cons of eating the placenta? Should she eat hers? We discuss most of it on this episode. Krissie shares with the listeners if she is going to eat hers or not.   Links you might want to check out: Mom contracted bacteria from placenta pills and passed it to her baby https://www.treehugger.com/health/please-dont-eat-your-placenta.html 25 Placenta Recipes - Easy and Delicious recipes for cooking with placenta! http://amzn.to/2v2Nx6a Join the private  'Mom and the New Dad' Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/454524801595748/

Eric Tomorrow from the Mediocre Show calls and gives Chris advice about visiting doctors. We talk a little more about Vasectomies and Testosterone Cream. IUD horror stories: Krissie had a bad experience with the Merina IUD. Krissie also learned about Ablation & Partial Hysterectomies. A girl got pregnant from a knife fight?! http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Wellness/teen-girl-vagina-pregnant-sperm-survival-oral-sex/story?id=9732562 Shit that didn’t exist last time I had a baby and if it did, I wouldn’t buy it because it’s stupid: The Baby Keeper! This invention is actually handy for bathroom breaks! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/454524801595748/ We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323 Visit our website and check out all the episodes at www.momandthenewdad.com

We discuss what to do when you're done making babies. Tubal Ligation or Vasectomy? Birth control pills, IUD options and so many more things are out there. Krissie also learns about the book "Turmoil in the Toybox" and is on a mission to learn more. Shit that didn't exist the last time I had a baby, and if it did, I wouldn't buy it because it's stupid: The iPotty! Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

More Soon to be a Dad Survival Tips! In this episode, we finish the second half of listener Nick's Soon to be Dad's Guide to Surviving Pregnancy and we discuss the nitty gritty of giving birth. Shit that didn't exist the last time I had a baby and if it did, I wouldn't buy it because it's stupid: The Baby Mop! Use your baby to clean your floors! Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

A Soon to be Dad's Guide for Surviving Pregnancy. Our friend, Nick, wrote in and shared his advice for expectant fathers and how to cope with preparing for a new baby while also understanding how to live with a pregnant woman. We weighed in on our thoughts and feelings to this great dadvice. Shit that didn't exist last time I had a baby covers designer barf bags for expectant mothers. Barf in style, ladies!  http://www.morningchicnessbags.com/ Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

Let's face it. We've all mom shamed or been mom shamed. Not to mention dad shaming. In this episode, we try to dissect stories of parent shaming and tell all you parents out there, YOU DO YOU! You're doing a great job. Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323 l (201)948-4323

Chris took Krissie to see Paula Abdul and New Kids on the Block! It didn’t suck! It’s almost Father’s Day, so we talk to our audience about advice for dads. Many of us don’t know how to parent, but a lot of us know how we wish we would have been parented. Shit that didn’t exist last time I had a baby, and if it did, I wouldn’t buy it because it’s stupid: Baby Bangs www.baby-bangs.com Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. We love to hear from our listeners! Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

We have a lot to catch up on. We’re married! The bride and the groom give their individual point of view on wedding stress, their thoughts on how the wedding turned out and how to deal with kids on the wedding night. We also talk about our honeymoon, dental disasters, Las Vegas letdowns, and the Salt Lake City Pride Festival. Head on over to our website http://www.momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. Parenting tips? Call our voicemail (201)948-4323

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms and moms to be! We made it to 20 weeks, and that means it’s ultrasound time! Unfortunately, it was not as exciting as we anticipated. It's so much simpler than we thought to get our marriage certificate. We ask the important questions, such as: Can pets tell when you’re pregnant? Who threw out the toothpaste? Why do kids waste food? On this week’s “Shit that didn’t exist last time I was pregnant, and if it did, I wouldn’t have bought it because it’s stupid” we discuss automatic bottle makers. It’s like a Kuerig for your infant! Head on over to our website momandthenewdad.com for previous episodes of the podcast and links. Please call our voicemail (201)948-4323    

Welcome to episode 5 of Mom and The New Dad! On this episode of the podcast we find out how this podcast got its name. We talk about our upcoming wedding that is happening in a couple of weeks. We talk about possible baby names but the struggle we face with Krissies kids. We read some iTunes reviews and even play a voicemail from a listener! Visit us online at http://www.momandthenewdad.com   Send cookies and postcards: Chris and Krissie 2225 S. 500 E. Suite 16 Salt Lake City, UT 84106 Leave us a voicemail (201)948-4323

We continue in episode 4 finding out that Krissie is starting to nest and has been spending way too much time on Pinterest trying to figure out ways to get the entire family organized. We discuss the "command center" that Krissie is setting up in the kitchen which include a calendar and chore charts for the kids. We also talk about how great structure and routine has been for the 3 kids.    Visit us online at http://www.momandthenewdad.com   Send us a postcard or cookies: Chris and Krissie 2225 S. 500 E. Suite 16 Salt Lake City, UT 84106   Leave us a voicemail! (201)948-4323