Moms in Real Life

In This Episode, We Talk About: What neurofeedback is and how it can help you understand your little ones better. Alternative answers for parents your kids might need. Keeping a cool head to get out of sticky situations.   Resources + Links: Connect with Dianne @symmetryneuropt Call SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training | 1-844-BRAINON   Learn more at https://symmetryneuropt.com/   The Master and His Emissary by Iain McGilchrist   The Memoirs of Cleopatra by Margaret George   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: Have you ever wanted to know what's going on inside your little one's head? This is your chance! Today's special guest is Dianne Kosto, a mom on a mission! She is the founder and CEO of SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training, an alternative program helping to empower people through better brain regulation and understanding. Dianne shares her experiences with her youngest's behavioral issues growing up, and how she took the first step to finding a better answer. Then, we get to hear her mom story about the time she received an emergency call about her son getting into a sticky situation at preschool. As moms, we just want what's best for our little ones. Discover how you can help your kid thrive the way they're meant to! 00:00 Welcome to the show, Dianne Kosto, mom of two and the founder & CEO of SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training! 01:25 What is life like on the East Coast? 04:20 What did your youngest's behavioral issues teach you? 09:40 What is neurofeedback? 11:50 What led you to starting your business? 13:40 The first step to finding the answer. 16:45 What are the benefits of starting neurofeedback training young? 18:25 Therapy then versus now. 21:25 What are the other options we can take as parents? 23:40 What is your family eating this week? 26:20 Fun foods for the summer. 27:55 What is something you've loving right now? 29:30 How can you make learning math more engaging? 30:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 34:35 How do you drink your coffee? 36:30 What was the emergency at your son's preschool? 38:15 How did you keep your cool under a stressful situation? 40:40 How often do kids get stuck in things?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Tips for keeping date night exciting. What to do in the summer to escape the heat. How to have more fun as a whole family.   Resources + Links: Connect with Camille on Instagram | @fridaywereinlove   Welcome to Camp Mom! | https://fridaywereinlove.com/camp-mom/   12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson   Spare by Prince Harry   The Kingdom of Wrenly by Jordan Quinn   Dog Man by Dav Pilkey   Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah   Home Front by Kristin Hannah   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: How do you turn family life into fun life? Joining us today is Camille Whiting, the owner of the blog & Instagram Friday We're in Love! She'll share fun date night tips and family activity ideas to make life more exciting for the whole family. With summer right around the corner, we'll also chat about things to do during the summertime to escape the heat. Then, we'll learn how Camille's trip to the San Diego Zoo ended in disappointment – and how she accidentally made things worse. Grab your pen and paper as we share fresh ideas that'll never leave you or your kids bored again. Bring back the fun and enjoy motherhood to the fullest! 00:00 Find the fun in life with the owner of Friday We're in Love, Camille Whiting! 03:00 What are some tips for date nights? 05:40 How did your blog come about? 07:20 How did your Instagram evolve into family content? 10:55 What is a fun date idea? 11:50 What is your family eating this week? 13:40 Trader Joe's pickle dogs. 15:10 What is something you've been loving recently? 18:00 Hacks for kitchen dish towels. 20:05 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 22:15 How do you get your kids to listen to audiobooks? 25:05 What is next on your reading list? 28:15 How was the Boston Marathon bombing documentary? 31:10 What is a fun thing you love to do with the family? 36:25 How do you get your kids involved in family adventures? 38:35 Camille's postpartum trip to the San Diego Zoo. 40:25 How did your trip to the zoo end in tears? 45:30 How do kids look at life?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Cooking & nutrition for your family. Moms hacks to stay on top of everything. When birthday parties don't go as planned.   Resources + Links: Connect with Kristen on Instagram | @kristen.carli Learn more at https://www.camelbacknutritionwellness.com/   Check out The Second Shift Podcast on Apple!   Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah   Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah   Home Front by Kristin Hannah   The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah   The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah   Check out the Didn't I Just Feed You Podcast   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: The only thing predictable about motherhood is how unpredictable it really is! In this episode, we have Kristen Carli, a dietician, fellow podcaster, and mom of a one year old little boy! We'll be talking about the world of food & nutrition, cooking for your family, and planning birthday parties for your kids. As we go, we also share our favorite game-changing products and mom hacks this week for the busy mom trying to stay on top. Finally, we'll listen to Kristen's story about the time her son's first birthday party didn't go exactly as planned. Tune in to find out how to roll with the punches, even when things don't go as expected! 00:00 Meet Kristen Carli, a podcaster, dietician, and mom of a one year old! 02:25 How did you start your podcast? 06:40 What is your family eating this week? 11:50 Cooking with a one year old. 14:55 What is the best Asian dessert place in the valley? 18:35 Where do you go for good pho? 20:30 What are your favorite summertime foods? 21:50 What is something you're loving right now? 27:25 The tangle-free, kink-free hose. 30:30 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 32:55 The Kristin Hannah reading list. 35:15 What is your favorite mom hack? 37:05 Where do you keep your swimsuits? 38:30 What went wrong at your son's first birthday party? 40:55 Planning birthday parties.

In This Episode, We Talk About: What it's like raising older kids. Teaching your kids (and yourself) hard lessons. The pros and cons of cell phones.   Resources + Links:   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   Verity by Colleen Hoover   Have a Little Faith by Mitch Albom   The Maid by Nita Prose   Home Front by Kristin Hannah   Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: It's time to talk about the natural enemy of parents everywhere: the cell phone! This episode's mom friend is Brandi Orozco, a Phoenix transplant and mom of two older children! We'll talk about what it's like parenting older kids and preparing for an empty nest. Then, we'll share our favorite things this week, including TikTok recipe hacks, budget-friendly style tips, and the best shows to binge watch. Finally, Brandi tells her mom story about the time an argument over Snapchat led to her smashing her daughter's cell phone on the curb! Join in for more moments that drive all moms up the wall! 00:00 Get a glimpse into life with older children with Brandi Orozco, a mom of two mini adults! 01:35 What is it like having two older kids as a younger parent? 04:00 How do you deal with your kids' significant others? 07:10 Do parents know everything? 09:10 What is your family eating this week? 14:00 Stephanie's protein cookie dough bites. 15:35 What is something you've been loving recently? 19:05 The pressure of designer brands. 22:00 How can you find cute styles at cheap prices? 25:50 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 27:45 Why is it so easy to binge watch? 31:30 What made you smash your daughter's phone? 35:40 Who learned a lesson that day? 37:30 Why did Stephanie get her daughter a phone? 40:30 What are the effects of social media on mental health? 44:20 What is it about phones that drive parents crazy?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Little kiddos with strong personalities. Being more than just a mom. Finding your own way to motherhood.   Resources + Links:   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   The Maid by Nita Prose   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: You're more than just a mom! This week, we're joined by Emily Longwell-Grice, an OT currently pursuing her PhD for occupational therapy as she raises her four year old son! Together, we'll take a look at the many sacrifices we sometimes have to make as moms, professionals, and as human beings. We'll talk about raising littles with big personalities, crime shows & celebrity autobiographies, doing more things as a family for summer vacation, and more. Finally, Emily shares her story about the time she chose other kids over her own and the reasons why she did it. Tune in for a unique perspective of motherhood that proves there's no right or wrong way to be a mom! 00:00 End of school news & updates! 02:00 Introducing former Modern Milker, Emily Longwell-Grice, an occupational therapist by trade currently pursuing her PhD for occupational therapy! 05:40 Where was your favorite place to live and why? 08:40 What is your family eating this week? 11:30 Feeding littles with big personalities. 14:05 What are the pros and cons of chia seeds? 18:00 What is one thing you're loving right now? 22:55 What has Stephanie been making with her Vitamix blender? 24:45 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 29:30 Physical versus audio books. 32:30 What is the best way to read autobiographies? 35:30 What is something fun you like to do as a family? 38:15 How did Stephanie's time at the roller rink go? 41:45 Why did a week-long summer camp cause contention after you gave birth? 45:20 Are we more than just moms? 48:30 Finding your own way to be a mother.  

In This Episode, We Talk About: Meal planning and easy recipes. Appreciating all the stages in life. Tricking your naughty little ones.   Resources + Links: Connect with Angie on Instagram | @angiealles   Learn more at girlgangwellness.com   Download your copy of the Six Weeks to Success Cookbook and use code MOMS10 to save $10! | https://auspicious-sky-740.myflodesk.com/   The 30-Day Husband Encouragement Challenge by Leslie Bennett   Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry   The Maid by Nita Prose   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: When your naughty little ones act up, what should you do? Today's mom friend is Angie Alles, wife, business owner, and mom of identical twin boys! Along with Gina Wynn, Angie runs Girl Gang Wellness to help busy moms get back to enjoying life and feeling confident. In this episode, we'll share our meal planning for the week as well as go over some easy recipes your family will enjoy. Angie also gives her advice on surviving the middle school years and appreciating all the stages as they come. Then, we'll hear about the time Angie's four year old twin boys refused to go to the grocery store, and how she used some quick thinking and a non-existent YMCA membership to call their bluff. Join us for a reminiscing episode all about motherhood and the shenanigans it entails! 00:00 Meet the busy mom of identical twin boys, Angie Alles of Girl Gang Wellness! 04:40 Do your boys get along? 06:25 How do you survive the middle school years? 07:40 What is your family eating this week? 09:55 Easy breakfast smoothie recipes. 13:20 What is something you're loving right now? 16:00 What product can you not live without? 17:30 Why does Stephanie love her Birkenstocks? 20:20 What have you been reading, watching, or listening to? 25:15 What sports does your family enjoy? 27:10 Tips for reading for enjoyment. 29:40 What is your favorite mom hack? 31:05 The pros and cons of grocery delivery. 33:00 What did you do when your boys refused to go to the store? 35:30 What happened in the YMCA parking lot? 38:45 How can you trick your naughty littles?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Transitioning from one to three as a busy mom. Game changing tips for your electronics. How to have fun as a whole family unit.   Resources + Links:   Check out Mark Hyman's recipes for healthy eating | https://drhyman.com/blog/category/recipes/   His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley Jr.   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: Everything good comes in threes! Today we're welcoming a fellow listener of the podcast, Karinne Davis, a high school math teacher and the mother of 3 under 3! This week, we'll talk helpful support systems, healthy recipes for cleaner eating, and fun sports events for the whole family. We also get a glimpse into the life of a high school teacher, including game changing hacks for electronics in the classroom and connecting with students. Then, Karinne tells us about the time she became a mom of 3 under 3 and shares her tips & advice on how to adapt to taking care of not one, not two, but three littles! Join us for an episode full of thrice the amount of fun! 00:00 Say hello to Karinne Davis, a listener of the podcast and a mom of 3 under 3! 03:25 What does your support system look like? 05:55 How do your students react to you and your husband working at the same school? 08:05 What is your family eating this week? 12:05 What do you feed your twin girls? 14:40 What do you and your husband eat? 16:45 Stephanie's healthy soup recipe. 21:20 What is the issue with crockpot recipes? 23:15 What is something you've been loving lately? 25:50 Electronic game changers. 29:35 How do you get phones away from your students?  32:30 What are you reaching, watching, or listening to? 35:55 How do you find music to listen to? 38:30 What is something fun your family likes to do together? 40:50 How can you make sports more fun for the family? 43:40 Transitioning from 1 to 3. 46:45 How do you divide your time between 3 littles?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Incorporating health & fitness into your busy schedule. The good, the bad, and the ugly of the high school years. The mortifying things teachers see and hear at school.   Resources + Links: Connect with Gina on Instagram | @whitegrapesandinshape   Learn to look and feel your best at https://girlgangwellness.com/!   Get $10 OFF Gina's digital cookbook Six Weeks to Success with code: MOMS10   Check out The Foodtrainers Podcast   Love Her Well by Kari Kampakis   IT'S ALL GOOD by Gwenyth Paltrow and Julia Turshen   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: Why should you always separate your delicates from your blankets? One mom learned her lesson the hard way! Joining us today is Gina Wynn, the owner of a digital health & fitness business that coaches busy moms to look and feel their best while having a healthy mindset! As the mother of two teenage girls, Gina has learned how to balance health, business, and family over the years. We'll talk about how busy moms just like you can incorporate more health & fitness into your busy schedule, the pros and cons of the high school years, and healthy boundaries for your kids' electronics. Then, we get to hear about the mortifying experience from when Gina's thong accidentally turned up at her daughter's preschool. So sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh while we air out some dirty laundry! 01:00 What new sport should Stephanie's family learn together? 02:10 Meet Gina Wynn, the owner of a digital health & fitness business that coaches busy moms to look and feel their best while having a healthy mindset! 05:35 How can a busy mom incorporate health & fitness into their lives? 08:00 High school years: The good, the bad, and the ugly. 12:15 What is your family eating this week? 17:50 What supplements have Stephanie been taking? 22:00 How has your family been sleeping? 24:20 What are your phone and social media rules? 28:15 How is Stephanie's family sleeping without competitive softball? 30:15 What is something you're loving right now? 33:10 How to drink your morning coffee without breaking your intermittent fast. 35:35 Why do we love the new outdoor Ruggable rugs? 39:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 42:15 What is the downside of watching apocalypse TV shows like The Last of Us? 43:45 What health & fitness podcast do you love to listen to? 45:15 Stephanie's go-to cookbook & TV show this week. 49:00 What surprise was accidentally attached to your daughter's blanket at preschool? 52:35 What crazy things do teachers see and hear at school?  

In This Episode, We Talk About: Chaotic labor & delivery stories. Raising multiple kids in different age ranges. How Samantha nearly delivered her third baby on a bridge.   Resources + Links: Connect with Sam on Instagram | @thefreedomparents Learn more at https://www.thefreedomparents.com/ Tune into The Freedom Parents Podcast   It Didn't Start with You by Mark Wolynn   Young Forever by Mark Hyman   Check out The Mel Robbins Podcast   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: Buckle up, mom friends, because you're in for a bumpy ride! Joining us in this episode is Samantha Prestenbach, an online health & business coach, co-host of The Freedom Parents podcast, and mother of four (with one more on the way)! We have a fun-filled hour together as we discuss what it's like raising multiple kids of different ages, what you're missing in your insurance, how to take better care of your health, and even more. Then, Sam shares the hectic childbirth story of her third baby that features an MIA midwife, a 24 mile long bridge, and plenty of bumps in the road! No one ever said the road to motherhood was easy! 01:00 What new changes have happened in the past week? 03:40 Give a warm welcome to Samantha Prestenbach, health & business coach, co-host of The Freedom Parents podcast, and mother of four (with one on the way)! 06:05 What does it mean to be a Freedom Parent? 08:10 Raising four kids in different age ranges. 11:15 What brought you to Arizona? 15:00 What is your family eating this week? 17:35 Our love-hate relationship with DoorDash. 22:25 How is your family sleeping? 24:55 Sleepovers at Stephanie's. 27:45 What is one thing you've been loving? 32:15 What you need to know about your insurance. 35:30 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 39:10 Why did you have to check your relationship with TV? 41:50 How to take better care of yourself through functional medicine. 45:00 What made you want a natural childbirth for your third? 47:50 What did you do when you realized you were in labor? 51:20 What happened when you got on the bridge? 53:55 How did your childbirth go at the hospital? 56:30 Experiences from a labor & delivery nurse.  

In This Episode, We Talk About: The best way to get deals at Target every season. Finding your own personal mom style. The panic of getting locked outside your house in the middle of winter.   Resources + Links: Connect with Ashley on Instagram | @ashleyallenfit Anxious People by Fredrik Backman   Find your Mom Style! | @sistersguidetostyle   Pure Encapsulations Digestive Enzymes Ultra   https://www.wearpepper.com/   ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Send us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/   Show Notes: What would you do if you were accidentally locked outside your house in 30 degree weather? This week, we have Ashley Allen, a personal trainer, Modern Milk veteran, and mom of two little ones! Ashley helps moms show up just like you show up everyday, and now she's showing up here to share her wild story of getting locked out of her house in the middle of winter! We have a fun, unfiltered conversation full of our favorite things and weekly updates, as well tips for getting the best Target deals, finding your mom style, and sleeping training your 1 year old. Finally, we'll dive into the panic, chaos, and hilarity of the time Ashley got locked outside with her youngest in plain view. Join us for a shocking mom story where you won't believe what happens next! 01:05 Meet today's guest, Ashley Allen, a personal trainer, Modern Milk veteran, and mom of two little ones! 02:20 How did you create memories for your daughter's birthday? 05:10 How does your business help moms show up? 07:30 What is your family eating this week? 09:35 As a fitness professional, how do you fit pasta into your diet? 11:45 The benefits of digestive enzymes. 14:25 What is the biggest downside of cooking fish? 16:10 How is sleep training your youngest going so far? 19:45 What is causing Stephanie's family to lose sleep? 22:25 How do you get the best deals at Target? 27:20 What are you currently loving? 30:35 How can you find your own mom style? 32:00 Stephanie's favorite hydrating cleansing balm. 33:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 35:15 What was Stephanie's experience at the emergency vet? 39:20 How can you avoid getting sucked into a new show? 40:40 How did you get locked outside in 30 degree weather? 43:10 What happened after you got locked out? 45:35 What made you shift into panic mode? 48:10 How can you never get locked out again?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our spring break adventures. Why you should never bring your daughter to your waxing appointment. The price (and pain) of beauty.   Resources + Links:   Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah   The Saints of Swallow Hill by Donna Everhart   Smartless Podcast   Absolutely Not Podcast   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our website https://www.modernmilk.com/ Show Notes: Get ready for a peek into the lives of the real real housewives! Today, we are joined by Nikki Kirkpatrick, an OG former Modern Milk employee and current stay at home mom of two girls! She'll tell us the true story of the time she got her butthole ripped off. As we go, we'll also talk about our spring break stories, what we're loving this week, and the price of staying beautiful. Then, we'll learn why you should never bring your five year old daughter to your Brazilian waxing appointment. Tune in for all the hilarious and embarrassing moments of motherhood we love to hear! 01:05 Meet an OG former Modern Milk employee, Nikki Kirkpatrick, now a stay at home mom of two girls! 03:15 What's the dynamic between your two girls? 04:50 What did you do for spring break? 08:20 How was Stephanie's Mexico vacation? 13:15 What is your family eating this week? 17:35 What is a quick Costco rice dish? 19:15 How has your family been sleeping recently? 23:35 How can you help regulate unpredictable sleep? 25:10 What are you loving right now? 27:45 Hunting for the perfect bar stool. 30:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 33:45 What has Stephanie been listening to in her downtime? 37:45 How was your first Brazilian wax experience? 40:25 Why should you never bring your daughter to your waxing? 44:35 Who is all this upkeep for?  

In This Episode, We Talk About: How the passing of her mom helped to shape Erica's own motherhood experience. Erica and Stephanie's wild college days. The messiness, the overwhelm, and the joy of being a mom.   Resources + Links:   The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes   The Saints of Swallow Hill by Donna Everhart   https://minimalistbaker.com/   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What makes being a mom special? This week's featured guest is Erica Peterson, Stephanie's close friend since high school, a physical therapist, and mother of two little boys! Erica will share her motherhood experience and how it was impacted early on by her mom's passing. Together, we'll chat about the joys of being a mom and what it makes it all worth it in the end. As we go, we'll dive into our crazy college stories, the overwhelm of being the mom magnet, our favorite things this week, and more. Tune in for a fresh perspective of motherhood that'll help get you through the difficult moments that come with being a mom in real life! 01:10 Meet Erica Peterson, Stephanie's close friend since high school, a physical therapist, and mother of two little boys! 04:30 Why do we miss the mall? 07:05 What is your family eating this week? 10:20 What are our breakfast go-tos?  13:30 How do you get your picky littles to eat? 16:30 How is your family sleeping lately? 18:55 What surprised Stephanie about her dogs' DNA? 22:25 The overwhelm of being the mom magnet. 27:35 What is something you're loving right now? 30:45 What is your favorite athleisure brand? 34:30 How is Stephanie's new waffle maker? 36:55 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 39:55 What does Stephanie always have on in the background? 42:05 Erica & Stephanie's crazy college days. 44:40 What message did you hear from your mom in your dream? 47:25 How did your mom's passing impact your own motherhood? 50:45 What do our dreams tell us? 53:20 Remembering Erica's mom.  

In This Episode, We Talk About: What's coming up next in Season 2. Exciting updates and news in our lives. Our favorite things and mom stories.   Resources + Links: Feeding Littles and Beyond by Ali Maffucci   Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry   The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes   Live Wire by Kelly Ripa   Undistracted by Bob Gaff   Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: It's been a rollercoaster of a season, so strap in and get ready for what's coming next, mom friends! Today, Stephanie and Katie have some big news to share about the future of Moms in Real Life! What can you expect from Season 2 moving on? Before that, we'll go over recent updates in our lives, our favorite things this week, and our very own mom stories we've never shared before. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, and you might even say goodbye. Join us for the exciting final episode of Season 1! 01:10 What are we talking about this week? 02:10 What has your family been eating recently? 04:30 Do your kids eat veggies or salad? 07:20 What do you feed your littles? 10:25 How have our families been sleeping lately? 12:15 What do you give your kids when they're throwing up? 14:20 What is an IPL facial? 19:50 Katie's favorite facial toner for smooth skin. 21:30 What is a gentle, clean soap? 25:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 28:30 What is Katie's movie room being used for? 31:15 What did Stephanie find with a blacklight after a sleepover? 36:00 Is it better to know or not know? 39:00 What is Katie's big news? 43:50 How have you been feeling? 46:35 What is coming up next in Season 2?  

In this episode, we're looking back at some of our favorite mom stories early in our journey here on the podcast! We're so grateful for all the moms that have joined us as guests and as listeners this past year, and we can't wait to dive in to SEASON TWO!   Listen to the full episodes of each of these highlighted guests: Episode 8: The Time When Jill Ran Over Her Son on Her Bike in Front of the School Drop-Off Line Episode 14: The Time When Michelle Called the Cops on her 3-year Old Episode 25: The Time Marisa Made a Mom Friend When she Needed it Most Resources + Links: Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com  

In This Episode, We Talk About: How perfectionism affects us as moms. Ways Madison has navigated the different birth and newborn experiences with each of her kids. Resources + Links:   Connect with Madison @mother.figure   Check out this episode mentioned in the episode: Natasha's Kitchen - One Pan Chicken and Vegetables House of Noa Kitchen Mats Hello Bello Diapers Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Do you struggle with perfectionism? In this episode, we're joined by soon-to-be mom of 3, and founder of Mother Figure, Madison Pinebird! Not only is she in the exciting stage of welcoming their third baby, but Madison is also diving more into cooking! Feel free to shoot us a group DM with your favorite crock pot recipe! We chat about night training, how religion and faith changes impact how you see your roles, and the impact of perfectionism on motherhood regardless of whether your babies are easy or hard. Listen in for our favorites, and the reminder that you don't have to do it all!    03:00 Meet soon-to-be mom of 3 and founder of Mother Figure, Madison Pinebird! 04:40 What is your family eating right now? 10:30 A family favorite one pan chicken recipe! 14:15 How is your family sleeping right now? 19:00 Night training and things to help kids stay dry through the night. 22:00 What are you loving right now? 27:15 The Kitchen mat Stephanie is loving right now! 32:00 Switching to a more affordable clean diaper brand. 33:15 What are you reading, watching, and listening to right now? 39:00 Watching Jinger Duggar Vuolo disentangling her faith. 42:20 The time Madison thought she had motherhood figured out. 48:00 How does social media pressure moms to be perfect? 55:15 Working through the shame of asking for help as a mom.  

In This Episode, We Talk About: The pros and cons of “gentle parenting”. Parenting then versus now. Setting smart boundaries as a parent.   Resources + Links:   Fairy Tale by Stephen King   Salem's Lot by Stephen King   Carrie by Stephen King   The Shining by Stephen King   Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell   The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas   Spare by Prince Harry   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: For our 1 year anniversary episode, we've got a special guest with a story a lot of moms will be able to relate to! Joining us is optometrist and full-time mom of two daughters, Alison Kitzerow! Together, we'll chat about how to keep it healthy without losing the fun, the struggles of buying new furniture online, hacks for wetting the bed, among even more. Then, Alison tells us about the time she threw “gentle parenting” out the window during a trip to Whole Foods gone wrong. What are the limits of gentle parenting, and when will it just not cut it? No one ever said being a mom in real life would be easy… or perfect! So let's take a moment to visit all the little moments that make us laugh, cry, and drive us completely up the wall! 0:01:20 Are we loving or hating Valentine's Day this year? 0:04:10 Say hello to today's special guest, Alison Kitzerow, an optometrist and full-time mom of two littles! 0:06:20 What is it like working with the elderly? 0:09:30 What's in a name? 0:11:40 When did you name your kids? 0:13:15 Who splits the mental load in your house? 0:15:50 What is your family eating this week? 0:20:25 How can you use Blue Apron to introduce more foods to your kids? 0:22:10 Quick, easy, and healthy breakfast options. 0:25:55 How has your family been sleeping recently? 0:29:30 What is the right amount of sleep? 0:31:15 Hacks for wetting the bed. 0:32:55 Why is Stephanie's family not getting any sleep this week? 0:35:00 What are you loving right now? 0:39:00 What new bar stools does Katie love? 0:40:05 The struggle of buying furniture online. 0:44:30 How is Stephanie's new sofa? 0:47:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 0:51:00 How does blue light affect us and how can we combat it? 0:54:20 Why was Stephanie cracking up in her car? 0:56:15 When did you realize “gentle parenting” wasn't going to cut it? 1:00:35 What are the limits of gentle parenting? 1:03:40 Parenting then versus now. 1:07:45 How do your parents react to your parenting?  

In This Episode, We Talk About: How to organize and get more done in your day. Shocking gender reveals and the aftermath. Taking an honest look at dealing with disappointment.   Resources + Links: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover   Verity by Colleen Hoover   Cook Once, Eat All Week by Cassy Joy Garcia   Throne of Glass Series by Sarah J. Maas   A Court of Thorns and Roses Series by Sarah J. Maas   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Mom life is always full of the unexpected, from beginning to end! Joining us this week is Candace Gorgen, an Arizona native climbing the corporate ladder at Lululemon while she runs her passion project, I Organize You! Candace is now a mother to three beautiful boys, but today she's sharing her story of the gender reveal she was not anticipating at all. As we go, we'll discuss organization tips that'll help you get more done in your day, as well as moms hacks for getting more stains out of clothes and more green in your kids' diets. We chat about Apple Watches, curly hair struggles, finding more downtime for yourself, and much more! Then, we'll learn about Candace's shocking gender reveal to take an honest look at how broken expectations can leave their mark. Let this heartfelt episode serve as your reminder that, no matter the struggle, you're never alone in motherhood! 0:01:15 How is February going so far? 0:04:25 Meet the mom friend balancing three little ones, Candace Gorgen, the organization and space founder of I Organize You! 0:06:15 How is life balancing three? 0:09:35 What is one good universal organization tip? 0:11:55 How do you organize and donate kids' clothes? 0:14:35 How can you get more tasks done? 0:18:10 What is your family eating right now? 0:23:05 Our favorite Trader Joe's yellow curry recipes. 0:24:45 Where do you get your chicken (without breaking the bank)? 0:27:00 What is a quick and easy lunch? 0:29:10 How is your family sleeping this week? 0:31:05 What is stopping Stephanie from getting 7 hours of sleep? 0:32:40 Why do we wear Apple Watches? 0:36:05 What funny thing happened to Katie during the middle of the night? 0:37:55 What are you loving right now? 0:38:30 What new home lock did Stephanie install? 0:39:45 How can you retrain your hair to be curly? 0:43:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 0:46:10 How to meal prep for the whole week. 0:50:40 How do you find more downtime? 0:53:50 What is a good mom hack? 0:56:05 How can you get more greens in your kids' diet? 0:58:20 How did your last gender reveal go? 1:01:50 What was so shocking about the reveal? 1:04:00 How did you find community and support afterwards? 1:06:55 How does a surprising gender reveal affect us as moms? 1:10:00 How did your husband react? 1:11:40 What happened after you shared the video?  

In This Episode, We Talk About: Giving control over and advocating for your kids. Turning negative experiences into positive ones. Finding hope through the doom and gloom.   Resources + Links: Connect with Alison | AlisonBreier@speechologyaz.com   Peter and the Starcatchers Series by Dave Barry   A Court of Thorns and Roses Series by Sarah J. Maas   Crescent City Series by Sarah J. Maas   Spare by Prince Harry   Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: As parents, what difficult decisions do we have to make for our kids? Today, our guest is Alison Breier, a speech therapist who specializes in sound disorder and the ultimate advocate for her two sons! She'll speak on the hardships, tough decisions, and scary moments after her youngest was born with a congenital heart defect. But it's not all doom and gloom! Together, we'll talk about how to turn negative experiences into positive ones, why we need to advocate for our kids, and mom hacks that'll help keep you on top of things. Then, Alison shares the story of her son's recent major open heart surgery and what the future holds. Join us for all the moments of motherhood, the good and the bad, and find a spark of hope in the darkness! 0:01:20 What has the weather been like recently? 0:04:30 Meet today's mom friend Alison Breier, a speech pathologist specializing in sound disorder! 0:06:15 What does a day in the life of a speech therapist look like? 0:10:10 Rachel's speech therapy journey. 0:13:00 Why do you give some control to the kids you work with? 0:15:35 What is your family eating this week? 0:17:55 Why is it nice to have the whole family working and learning from home? 0:19:30 Blue Apron and mac ‘n cheese hacks. 0:22:40 How can you brown meat for easy tacos? 0:24:15 How has everyone been sleeping lately? 0:28:25 What was Katie's 5AM panic? 0:31:35 How can you help your kids fall asleep? 0:32:50 What are you loving right now? 0:35:35 How can you make acai bowls from home? 0:38:00 What are the best hair products? 0:38:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 0:41:05 How has Katie's fantasy book series been going? 0:42:15 What has Stephanie been reading and watching? 0:45:30 What is your best mom hack? 0:47:00 How can you put a buffer into negative experiences? 0:52:35 Where should you put your kids' snacks? 0:53:40 What is a simple laundry hack? 0:54:30 How was your son's biventricular repair surgery? 0:59:50 What happened after the surgery? 1:02:45 Getting through the doom and gloom.  1:05:35 What did you do after you brought Evan home? 1:08:10 What is your funny camping story? 1:10:05 How is Evan doing now?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Music lessons, word puzzles, Disneyland trips, and more! Accidentally taking your baby to a frat party. How motherhood changes your life.   Resources + Links: Oh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki   A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas   Spare by Prince Harry   The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook by Ashley Craft   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: You've heard of baby's first steps, now get ready for baby's first frat party! In this episode, we have Mackenzie Aweida, a stay at home mom of two little boys and a Phoenician transplant! She'll tell us about the time when she found out she should have left her baby at home! We'll chat about the beautiful chaos of motherhood, from engaging music lessons for your kids to magical Disneyland trips and everything in between. Then, Mackenzie shares her story of how she learned the #1 rule of parenting: when in doubt, call a babysitter! Find out how this mom in real life accidentally gave her infant a taste of college life early! 01:15 Meet Mackenzie Aweida, stay at home mom of two little boys and Phoenician transplant with a background in design! 05:50 How did your son, Booker, get his name? 08:00 What is your family eating this week? 12:15 How do you feed your picky eaters? 14:55 What new taco recipe did Stephanie try? 18:45 How is your family sleeping right now? 21:20 How is Katie's new sleep chart and mattress cover so far? 23:55 Getting to sleep early. 24:50 What are you loving right now? 27:45 How do you engage kids in music lessons? 31:30 How can you curl your kids' hair without heat? 33:25 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 35:30 How is Katie's fantasy series going? 37:00 What did Stephanie get from her gift exchange? 39:20 How was your Christmas Disneyland trip? 42:00 How did you end up bringing your baby to a house party? 46:55 What happened after you stayed? 51:05 How does motherhood change your perspective?

In This Episode, We Talk About: The unexpected detours in the journey of motherhood. Handling the chaos of having two under two. Finding the balance between business and being a mom.   Resources + Links: Connect with Meg on Instagram | @meg_marie_photo   More Myself by Alicia Keys   Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus   A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas   Spare by Prince Harry   https://www.litcandlesupply.com/   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: No one ever said the road to motherhood was easy! Today, we are diving into all the unexpected detours that come with being a mom in real life alongside our special guest, Meg McMillan! Meg is a brand photographer, business coach, and mother of two under two. She'll show us how she handles the chaos to strike the balance between owning a business and being a mom. Along the way, we'll talk about movie theater misadventures, effective systems for grocery budgeting and meal planning, our favorite new things, and more. Before we get off track, Meg shares her story about the time she accidentally missed her exit on the way to swimming lessons and had to improvise. Join in as we explore motherhood and all the bumps in the road that come with it! 01:15 Getting back into the swing of things. 03:20 Introducing Meg McMillan, brand photographer, business coach, and mother of two boys under two from San Diego! 05:05 How did you get into business coaching? 09:50 What is your family currently eating this week? 11:35 What is a quick and easy way to meal plan? 14:10 Is Instacart membership worth it? 15:55 What are easy pasta recipes for the whole family? 18:30 How can you get your groceries on budget? 20:50 How is your family sleeping right now? 23:00 How did a dog keep Stephanie up during the night? 23:45 How have stickers been helping Katie's kids sleep in their own beds? 26:25 What are you loving right now? 29:50 How is Stephanie's new washer and dryer? 32:10 The best scented candles. 34:10 What new rug did Katie get? 37:25 What are you reading, watching, or listening to right now? 40:00 Stephanie's hilarious horror movie story. 43:05 How was Katie's kiddos first movie theater experience? 46:45 What made you miss your exit on the freeway? 49:05 What happened once you realized something was wrong? 54:25 What would have happened if you had kept going?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Surviving and conquering the back to school season. The funny moments and the hard moments of being a mom. Moms hacks to stop tantrums, stay organized, and spend more time chatting with your friends. The difficulties of getting pregnant and pregnancy losses.   Resources + Links: Follow Sherry on Instagram | @sarahsherryy   The Idea of You by Robinne Lee   A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas   Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus   Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Why is it so important for moms to be able to come together, no matter the hardship? Today's mom guest is Sarah Sherry, a native Arizonan, former special education teacher, and mother of 4 year old daughter, Brooklyn! Together, we'll chat about the highs and lows of being a mom, from the funny moments to the hard moments and everything in between! We discuss the back to school season, tips for stay at home moms, and mom hacks you need to know to stay organized and stop temper tantrums in their tracks. Then, Sarah will share more about her experience with pregnancy and pregnancy losses, and why she aims to bring more awareness to the topic. We'll also learn how she has found healing & support through opening up and finding her community. Tune into this episode and join us in exploring all the highs and the lows that come with being a mom! 01:35 How is the back to school season treating us? 03:15 Meet today's relatable mom friend, Sarah Sherry, native Arizonan and mother to 4 year old daughter, Brooklyn! 05:40 What is your family eating this week? 08:35 How can you fill your kids up with protein? 10:00 Stephanie's dairy-free alternatives, viral cinnamon rolls, and fiber-filled breakfasts. 13:50 How has your family been sleeping recently? 15:50 How can you become a morning person? 17:45 What are you loving right now? 20:50 Katie's new favorite nail polish brand. 23:05 What skincare product do you need in your nightly routine? 25:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to lately? 28:10 What book series has Katie not been able to put down? 30:35 What book is Stephanie's book club reading? 33:50 What mom hack can you share with us? 36:25 How can you stay organized for swimming lessons? 37:10 What IKEA furniture hacks do you need to know? 40:45 The time Sarah's daughter had a million “nipples”. 43:55 Why is it important to open up about pregnancy loss? 47:10 What are the difficulties of getting pregnant and pregnancy? 53:10 How can you sit and talk with your friends more?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our hectic holidays and dealing with sickness. Our New Year's goals and resolutions: how to bring more positivity to 2023 while still keeping it realistic. The mischievous antics toddlers get into when we're not looking.   Resources + Links: Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry   Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon   Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult   Winter in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand   A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What kind of crazy shenanigans do our toddlers get up to when we look away? Welcome to the first episode of a brand new year! We're starting things off with our special guest, Tiffany, Stephanie's good friend, a middle school English teacher, and mother of two older girls! She's here to tell us her wacky story about the time her mischievous one-year-old caused a lot of trouble. Before we dive into that, we'll be sure to go over our semi-chaotic holiday recaps and share our resolutions and goals for 2023. We'll discuss living with older kids, the best way to plan your trips, the weird posts you find on Nextdoor, the definition of the word “mid”, and even more. Finally, we get to hear how Tiffany ended up chasing her toddler down the road barefoot with only her bathrobe on. Start the new year off right by laughing along to the misadventures of a fellow mom in real life! 0:01:15 How did Stephanie's hectic Disneyland holiday go? 0:08:35 How was Katie's Christmas in Tulsa? 0:10:00 Say hello to the first mom friend of 2023, Tiffany, middle school English teacher and mother of two daughters! 0:11:25 What is it like having a 16-year-old? 0:14:15 What is your family eating this week? 0:17:15 Stephanie's holiday leftovers. 0:18:35 What new holiday tradition has Katie been trying? 0:20:50 How is your family sleeping right now? 0:22:55 What odd post did Stephanie find on the Nextdoor app? 0:26:10 Why is it hard for kids to get enough sleep when school starts? 0:28:25 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:34:40 What series is Ryland into right now? 0:36:35 Katie's favorite book genre. 0:39:55 How do you plan your trips? 0:41:15 What are you loving this week? 0:44:30 What is your favorite Costco product? 0:46:35 What is Stephanie loving and what has been “mid”? 0:51:35 The homeopathic cold medicine you need for the winter. 0:55:20 Do you have any New Year's resolutions? 0:57:10 How can you bring more positivity into the new year?  0:58:10 What are Katie's new goals for herself and with her husband? 1:01:45 How did you end up chasing your toddler down the road in your bathrobe? 1:06:10 How mischievous can our kids be?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Differences between Ireland and America. The slippery slope of buying organic. Our funny stories that happened recently. Why it's not a good idea to bring your baby to the nail salon with you.   Resources + Links: https://thepaddybox.com/   https://cozyearth.com/   https://www.coldcalm.com/   A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman   Twas the Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay   This is Going to Hurt by Adam Kay   I Just Want to Pee Alone by Stacey Hatton   Winter in Paradise by Elin Hilderbrand   Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Infant + Nail salon = Chaos! In this episode, we're joined by Beth Cassidy, Katie's friend through Modern Milk who's originally from Ireland! Her mom story is about the time she brought her one year old to the nail salon and all the chaos that ensued. Before we dive into that, we'll first explore the differences between living in Ireland versus America, the pros and cons of buying organic, how to get more restful sleep naturally, and our favorite funny books that make an easy read for a busy mom. Finally, we'll learn why bringing your stroller-bound baby to get your nails done may not be the best idea in the moment, but makes for a hilarious story afterwards! Tune in and laugh along with us as we go over our silly and chaotic moments! 0:01:30 What are we looking forward to this week? 0:02:35 How did Beth meet Katie? 0:05:35 Get to know today's mom friend who emigrated from Ireland, Beth Cassidy! 0:08:15 What kind of nursing did you do? How does it differ from how we do it in America? 0:11:35 What has your family been eating lately? 0:16:25 How can you get your little one to experience new foods? 0:18:05 Katie's experiments with her Instapot. 0:20:00 What easy-to-make recipes has Stephanie found? 0:22:10 What are you loving this week? 0:24:10 What foods would you miss from here if you moved? 0:25:35 What new organic sheets did Katie splurge on? 0:29:05 How can you get the most of your Costco membership? 0:31:35 What electronic gadgets did the elves bring for Stephanie's family? 0:32:55 How is your family sleeping this week? 0:36:40 Getting more restful sleep naturally. 0:40:05 Why are pillows important for good sleep? 0:42:05 How do you get your kids to sleep when they're sick? 0:43:20 How do you break the cycle of your dogs sleeping with you? 0:44:35 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:49:30 What mini book series is perfect to read for the wintertime? 0:50:45 What true crime podcast is Stephanie listening to? 0:53:35 What is something funny that happened to you recently? 0:57:00 What silly antics happened with Stephanie's toilet? 0:59:30 What happened when you brought your one year old to the nail salon? 1:04:20 Would we bring a baby when we get our nails done?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our favorite Christmas cards and Christmas movies. Having open and honest (and awkward) conversations with our kids. How and when to best educate our kids.   Resources + Links: Book Lovers by Emily Henry   The Magic Misfits series by Neil Patrick Harris   The Deep, Deep Snow by Brian Freeman   It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover   A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah Maas   It's So Amazing! by Robbie H. Harris   https://latesbykate.com/   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: As parents, all we want is for our kids to feel safe in approaching us about anything … But what happens when your little one asks you a question you don't know how to answer!? Today's mom friend is Jocelyn Miller, a family photographer and teacher at Happy Mom School! Together, we'll discuss all the things you never foresee as a parent, including the wild questions our kids ask. As we go, we talk about family photos and Christmas cards, how to help your kiddo get to sleep when they can't shut off their brain, F-word shenanigans, and much more! Then, Jocelyn gets into her story about the time her son asked her a very unexpected question in the car. How can we be open and honest with our kids, even while answering hard questions? Being a mom is all kinds of unpredictable, so join us as we share our top awkward and unexpected moments! 0:01:15 Was our favorite things episode helpful? 0:02:45 Say hello to Jocelyn Miller, a family photographer and teacher at Happy Mom School! 0:06:25 How do you choose photos for Chatbooks? 0:08:20 What do Christmas cards say about you? 0:12:55 What is your family eating this week? 0:15:20 What are the perfect snacks from Trader Joe's? 0:16:55 Katie's Instapot recipes. 0:17:55 How is your family sleeping lately? 0:21:30 What do you do when you want to wind down at night? 0:25:45 How is Katie's family sleeping in their new environment? 0:27:40 What are you loving right now? 0:29:05 What kitchen product is a complete game changer? 0:31:40 Why is it so important to get organized? 0:35:15 What coffeemaker is better than Keurig? 0:38:35 How do you do your coffee? 0:39:45 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 0:42:40 What Christmas movies do Stephanie's family love? 0:46:50 What book series is Katie planning on starting? 0:49:50 Answering the unexpected questions our kids have. 0:54:05 What conversations have we had with our kids in the car? 0:56:35 Where do kids learn about sex? 0:59:00 Why is it better to have those conversations early? 1:02:55 What conversations are hard to have?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our favorite things we've tried from the podcast. Good gift ideas for friends, family, and kids. Our recommended holiday shopping guide for women, kids, home goods, entertainment, and more!   Resources + Links:   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Hop into the holiday spirit and find the perfect gifts for this holiday season! Welcome to our special “favorite things” episode, where we go over our top recommendations for gift ideas for friends, family, and kids! This will serve as a reference list and holiday shopping guide for the most festive time of year. We'll discuss our favorite things in a variety of categories, including kids, food, home goods, health, and even more, so you can find the perfect present for any occasion. Whether you're shopping for yourself or your loved ones, join in and find your new favorite thing! 01:05 Welcome to our special holiday favorite things episode! 03:55 What have we been up to this past week? 05:35 What have we tried from the podcast that we liked? 11:45 What are good gift ideas for your kiddos? 15:15 Top recommended cookbooks for gift exchanges. 19:50 What were the most popular fiction books on our podcast? 21:20 What are our favorite podcasts to listen to? 24:30 What are the best shows to watch alone or binge with family? 27:25 What do we love to eat with our families? 31:25 Go-to local services in Arizona and Oklahoma. 35:54 What are some home goods gift ideas? 38:20 How can you stay healthy this season? 40:10 Where can you find our holiday shopping guide?

In This Episode, We Talk About: The time Lindsay went from NICU nurse to NICU momma. How an intense labor and term baby gave Lindsay the opportunity for a new perspective. Mom hacks for formula nursing, stress-free after school, and scheduling bathroom breaks for your kiddos.   Resources + Links: Sengled Light Bulbs   It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover   It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover   Verity by Colleen Hoover   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What does it feel like to be on the other side of the NICU? This week's special guest is Katie's old co-worker from Scottdale Shea's NICU, Lindsay Dailey! Before we dive into Lindsay's story, we chat about our upcoming excitement for Thanksgiving, recent struggles with buying new bed frames, and top mom hacks that'll lighten your load to make your days a bit more stress-free! Then, we'll hear about the time Lindsay went from NICU nurse to NICU momma after a troubling labor with her term baby. We get a glimpse into the life of a NICU mom as she shares more about the trauma and baby blues she had to face, and how it changed her view about working at the NICU afterwards. Join us for an insightful perspective about the NICU and the moms in real life inside it! 01:25 How have we been dealing with colder weather? 04:00 Come and meet our special guest, Lindsay Dailey, Katie's previous co-worker in the NICU and mom of a 15-month-old daughter! 07:15 What is your family eating this week? 10:00 What did Stephanie's family eat for dinner before going out of town? 11:15 How was Stephanie's blackened salmon recipe? 12:45 What are you loving right now? 14:15 Who are you hosting for Thanksgiving? 15:35 What compact has Stephanie been using since high school? 16:35 Our favorite air freshener for sensitive noses. 18:25 How has your family been sleeping lately? 21:55 What has gone wrong with Stephanie's new bed frame? 25:05 Why has Katie's family been struggling with sleep? 27:05 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 32:15 What has Stephanie noticed about male perspectives in books? 33:50 What is an entertaining celebrity Netflix show? 36:55 What is your favorite mom hack? 39:20 Eliminating after school stress. 41:25 Why is Alexa a life saver for moms? 42:30 What is your labor horror story? 46:45 How did your NICU stay go? 48:45 What was your experience with the baby blues? 51:10 Why did you blame yourself? 53:40 How did your experience change your perspective about working in the NICU?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Trick-or-treating, family costumes, and getting rid of leftover Halloween candy. Our last Amazon purchases. Staying organized with mom agenda planners and lists. The time when Becca opened her chakras at a “woo-woo” retreat and ended up with a surprise!   Resources + Links: It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover   Psychic Witch by Mat Auryn   Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica   28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand   I Guess I Haven't Learned that Yet by Shuna Niequist   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: A little “woo-woo” goes a long way! Today, we are joined by Becca Marsh, an affiliate marketing manager and a mom of one little and one giant fluffy dog. We'll learn how a “woo-woo” retreat in the woods ended up giving her the surprise of a lifetime! As we go, we chat about how to get rid of leftover Halloween treats, our latest Amazon purchases for ourselves and our kids, how we stay organized, and more. Then, Becca tells us about the time the universe dropped the biggest surprise on her during the perfect time. Tap into your energy, open up your third eye, and tune into the story of how Becca became a mom in real life! 0:01:35 How has Katie's move been going so far? 0:03:30 Meet today's special guest Becca Marsh, an affiliate marketing manager and a mom of one little and one giant fluffy dog! 0:05:20 What made you interested in criminology? 0:07:05 What is your family eating this week? 0:08:30 What are some breakfast staples? 0:11:20 How do you handle leftover Halloween candy? 0:15:00 What is something you are currently loving? 0:16:45 Kitchen decluttering and organization tips. 0:21:30 What is the perfect planner for moms? 0:24:00 How do lists keep you organized? 0:26:25 How is your family sleeping right now? 0:29:10 How has Stephanie's new mattress been? 0:31:00 How is Katie's family sleeping in the new house? 0:33:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to? 0:37:00 How do you fit all your shows in? 0:38:45 Choosing between time for reading or time for watching. 0:40:00 What is the right age to buy your kids American Girl dolls? 0:43:10 What was your last Amazon purchase? 0:46:40 Do you go trick-or-treating? 0:48:05 How should you dress for a snowy winter? 0:50:00 What is a good child safety product for your home? 0:51:50 What is your becoming a mom story? 0:55:20 What did you learn during your “woo-woo” retreat? 0:57:40 How do you open your chakras? 0:59:00 When did you find out you were pregnant? 1:01:45 How has motherhood changed your life?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Organization tips for time blocking and less chaotic mornings. The times when moms get sick. How to take better care of ourselves so we can take care of our families.   Resources + Links: Feeding Littles and Beyond Cookbook   Genius Foods by Max Lugavere   28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand   Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica   I Guess I Haven't Learned that Yet by Shauna Niequist   The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What happens when moms get sick? And why do we never talk about it? Well today, we're talking about it! Our guest is Whitney Novellino, the director or marketing for a software company and co-workers with Stephanie at Modern Milk! Whitney is a second time mother of a 4-year-old boy and a newborn girl. She'll share her experience with getting sick right after having her baby, and why it's important for moms to take care of themselves. As we go, we'll take a peek into the hectic life of a second time mom in real life as we discuss sleeping tips for newborns, how to have better mornings, the key to managing work life and mom life, and more. Finally, we listen to Whitney's story about the time a bad reaction from her C-section gave her a health scare. Whether you're a first time mom, a second time mom, or even more, come and learn how you can take better care of yourself so you can take care of the ones you love! 0:01:45 How has our week been? 0:05:05 Welcome to the podcast, Whitney Novellino, the director or marketing for a software company and co-workers with Stephanie at Modern Milk! 0:08:30 What is your family eating this week? 0:10:20 What are the best ways to cook fish? 0:12:40 What are quick, healthy options for a second time mom? 0:15:05 How can you get used to cooking solo? 0:16:20 What is a good gluten-free pasta? 0:17:50 Pasta recipe for your littles. 0:19:05 What is something you've been loving? 0:23:00 What is a higher end shampoo & conditioner that is still affordable? 0:24:40 Are coffee frothers worth it and why is the answer yes? 0:27:05 How has your family been sleeping with your newborn? 0:29:25 What are some helpful sleep tips for newborn moms? 0:32:20 How have Stephanie's kids and dogs been sleeping? 0:34:20 How to have a better morning. 0:40:45 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:42:30 What magazines are perfect for adventurous and picky eaters? 0:44:20 What are shows and books that help with relationships and lifestyles? 0:47:00 How do you balance work life and mom life? 0:49:55 How can you schedule your time for better work, family, and personal synergy? 0:51:50 What can you do to stay organized when you feel stressed or overwhelmed? 0:54:40 What made you want to talk about when moms get sick? 0:56:35 How did your second childbirth go? 0:59:05 When did you realize something was wrong with your C-section? 1:02:10 How did your allergic reaction bring you to the ER? 1:04:50 When moms get sick. 1:07:05 Why do we need to take care of ourselves when we get sick?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Adventures in motherhood: the good, the bad, and the ugly. The best ways to stay organized, decorate your nails, get your kids to sleep without electronics, and more of our favorite mom hacks. Why we need to learn to listen to our kids and their instincts.   Resources + Links: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson   The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix   Winter Street Series by Elin Hilderbrand   Illustrated Enneagram by Deanna Talwalkar   Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica   https://www.redaspenlove.com/home/   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How can listening to your little ones save your European vacation? In this episode, we are exploring all the adventures that come with being a mom along with guest Savannah Wolach, Stephanie's friend & fellow softball mom and director of operations at WealthPoint! As the mother of two older girls, Savannah shares a new perspective of motherhood and raising older children. Her mom story today is a lesson in how listening to your kids' gut instincts can save you a trip to the hospital (and $5,000)! Before we dive into that, we'll talk about the secret to getting your nails “done” without getting them done, mom hacks for organization, seasonal books to help you get excited for the upcoming holidays, and more. Finally, Savannah tells us about the time her summer adventure in Europe got interrupted by a Swiss mountain and an allergic reaction! Tune in for another week's adventure in motherhood! 0:01:40 What are our newest housing updates? 0:03:50 Say hello to Savannah, Stephanie's friend of 12 years, fellow softball mom, and director of operations at WealthPoint! 0:06:30 How did you get a more flexible work schedule? 0:09:15 What is your biggest working from home tip? 0:11:25 What is your family eating this week? 0:12:25 What is a simple recipe even kids will love to eat? 0:13:55 What two meals has Stephanie's family been loving? 0:15:55 What are you currently loving? 0:18:25 Glue-on nails versus sticker nails. 0:20:30 What is a dairy alternative for heavy whipping cream? 0:22:00 What are good eye make-up remover pads? 0:23:00 How has your family been sleeping recently? 0:27:00 Why do Katie's kids keep waking up during the night? 0:28:35 How has Stephanie's family sleep changed since moving back? 0:30:35 What have you been reading this season? 0:33:25 Why do you love reading so much? 0:35:00 What have you been watching lately? 0:38:20 The cutest enneagram book for your coffee table. 0:40:05 What has Stephanie been reading and watching lately? 0:41:40 What are your mom hacks for organization? 0:46:25 How can you get your kids to go outside? 0:47:10 How can a mini fridge make your life easier? 0:47:55 What happened during your summer trip in Europe? 0:50:50 What did you do when your youngest didn't want to go down the mountain? 0:55:45 How did dinner turn into a scary allergic reaction? 0:59:05 Why do we need to listen to our kids and their instincts?

In This Episode, We Talk About: What to do instead of getting upset or mad at our kids. What happens when we follow through on consequences. The hilarious moments of getting to embarrass our little ones.   Resources + Links: The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty   The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware    28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand   https://www.madison-reed.com/   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What is the best part about being a parent? Getting to embarrass your kid, of course! In today's podcast, we have Nicole Tardi, a birth doula, mother of three, and CEO of the Tardi family circus joining us! We have an episode full of laughs about the times we get to embarrass our kids in all the best ways possible. We'll share what's new in our lives as well as our current favorite things, from the best pens to write with to the perfect root touch-ups for graying. Then, Nicole tells us about the story of when her daughter ran away, and the hilarious way she dealt with it. Learn how you can start rolling with the punches as they come by living and laughing as a mom in real life! 01:30 How close are our houses to being finished? 03:10 Meet today's mom friend, Nicole Tardi, a birth doula, mother of three, and the queen of side gigs! 04:30 What is your Brad Pitt story? 07:05 What is your family eating this week? 08:10 How to make quick and tasty tacos. 10:25 What lasagna recipe did Stephanie make this weekend? 12:25 How has your family been sleeping recently? 14:30 What are storms and tornadoes like in Oklahoma? 17:55 How can melatonin help your kids fall asleep easier? 20:10 What are you loving right now? 23:00 Why is it important to follow through on consequences? 27:35 What do you do instead of getting upset at your kids? 30:30 What foods has Katie been addicted to? 33:35 What is the perfect pen for writing? 35:15 The best root touch-up blush. 36:00 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 37:25 What shows are the best to check out to? 40:55 What book has Stephanie started reading?  41:25 What did you do when your daughter ran away? 46:40 What did your son get caught doing on the Nextdoor app?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Dealing with baby blues after having your second kid. How to strike a balance between work, family, marriage, and life. The emotional rollercoaster of being a mom.   Resources + Links: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus   The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller   RESCUE REMEDY Droppers   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: We all know motherhood is just like a rollercoaster: It's fun, it's wild, and sometimes it makes us want to scream! Joining us today is Katie's childhood friend, mother of two boys, outdoor lover, and criminal defense attorney, Katy Hartigan! Katy is a mom in real life trying to find the balance between working, breastfeeding, marriage, and life. In this episode, we'll be chatting about the rollercoaster of motherhood and all it entails including lunch and laundry hacks, keeping our kiddos safe from predators, and our love for Harry Styles and true crime shows! Then, Katy shares her story about the time she experienced the baby blues after having her second child. We'll hear more about her postpartum hardships in order to help the moms out there who are still in it. Strap in and buckle up for a new episode full of relatable moments and laughs! 0:01:15 What are our recent housing troubles? 0:06:50 Come and meet Katy Hartigan, Katie's childhood friend, criminal defense attorney, and mother of two sweet boys! 0:10:15 What is it like working as a criminal defense attorney? 0:12:40 Have you refused to represent clients or cases before? 0:14:30 Protecting our kids online from sexual abuse. 0:17:25 What is a good way to teach our little ones to be safe in a non-scary way? 0:21:05 What is your family eating this week? 0:23:40 What is one snack Stephanie always has in her bag? 0:25:15 What meal of Katie's went underappreciated last night? 0:27:25 How has your family been sleeping? 0:29:00 Is it difficult to get sleep or pump around your work schedule? 0:33:10 How has Stephanie been sleeping with her new dog? 0:35:25 How has Katie's weaning been going? 0:37:50 What are you currently reading, watching, or listening to? 0:39:30 What true crime story has Stephanie been invested in recently? 0:43:15 How has Harry Styles been helping Katie destress? 0:45:40 What are you loving right now? 0:46:10 What affordable mascara do we recommend? 0:46:35 How can you get smooth, moisturized skin? 0:47:45 What is your best mom hack tip? 0:48:45 Hot lunch versus packed lunch. 0:50:25 What is a hack for non-wrinkly laundry? 0:53:05 What was your experience with the baby blues? 0:58:20 What do we give up when we have our second child? 1:00:30 Why do we grieve after pregnancy?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our mom hacks for playing kids' music in the car, traveling with littles, avoiding mom break, styling hair, and more! The struggles of a first time mom, including undiagnosed postpartum depression, loneliness, and not being the first choice. Why it's important to have support systems in the form of friends, family, and our partners.   Resources + Links: Check out the Project: Mom podcast!   Hip Peas Hair Styling Balm   The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave   Think Again by Adam Grant   I Guess I Haven't Learned that Yet by Shauna Niequist   Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll   28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: What are the special surprises our kids have in store for us? It's not always what you expect! Our guest today is Emily Gorrie, the host of her own mom podcast, Project: Mom! Her relatable mom story is all about the connections we form (and don't form) with our kids as first time parents. But before we dive into that, we'll cover everything from our favorite quick and easy side dishes to sleep training a two year old and everything in between as we catch you up on our weekly updates! We'll share helpful mom hacks for traveling, avoiding mom break, styling your kids' hair, and more. Then, Emily tells us her story about her experience as a first time mom to dive into the struggles she faced with undiagnosed postpartum depression, societal pressure, and loneliness. Wherever you are on the road of motherhood, come and learn from a mom friend who's still in the thick of it! 0:01:20 What sad news does Stephanie have to share? 0:06:25 What is Katie looking forward to this fall? 0:07:30 Say hello to the host of the Project: Mom podcast and today's featured mom friend, Emily Gorrie! 0:11:50 Why do we need more podcasts like Project: Mom? 0:15:20 What is your family eating this week? 0:16:45 What are our favorite side dishes? 0:19:35 Katie's shower apple story. 0:20:50 How can you keep your grocery budget down? 0:24:20 What is a cheaper alternative to acai bowls? 0:27:40 How is your family sleeping this week? 0:28:55 How did your Hawaii trip go with your little? 0:31:10 Why did Katie decide to sleep train her two year old again and how has it been going? 0:35:55 Why has Stephanie's family been struggling to sleep? 0:37:00 What is something you've been loving recently? 0:39:05 What is the perfect organic hair product for your kids? 0:40:40 The best hairbrush to detangle your kids' hair. 0:41:45 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:43:50 Why do we love the Great British Baking Show? 0:45:40 What has Stephanie been reading, watching, and listening to with her family? 0:50:30 What is your favorite mom travel hack? 0:54:45 How can you avoid mom break? 0:56:30 Why does every mom need a collapsible wagon?  0:57:30 How did your first year of motherhood go? 1:01:50 What caused you to struggle to form a connection with your daughter? 1:04:45 What special surprise did your daughter have for you? 1:06:50 How did undiagnosed postpartum depression affect you and your family? 1:09:00 Societal expectations of motherhood versus fatherhood. 1:12:00 Why is it important to have a support group as a mom?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Navigating life as a boy mom of 3, including twins, typical kids, and a son with special needs. Updates on Katie's home in the process of being built! The time Stephanie took sleep gummies to finally get a good night's sleep. Mom Hacks that keep our households running smoothly. Resources + Links:   Nespresso Vertuo   Check out Madison Summerlin Art @madisonsummerlin.art   Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer   We Can do Hard Things podcast with Glennon Doyle   The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: We're joined in this episode by our first even guest listener, Lindsay Marsh! She's a mom of 3 boys, including twins, and a son with special needs. We have so much fun chatting with Lindsay about everything we're loving right now, including the hacks for your Nespresso! Lindsay also shares how she and her husband navigate their son's special needs, as well as all the incredible and unique things that come with motherhood in general! We have to say Lindsay also has a knack for describing situations perfectly like having a case of “room closeness” and needing to “restaurant train” your toddlers! We had so much fun in this conversation and would love to hear from more of our real mom listeners like you! If you want to join in on the conversation and be a guest on the show, check out the link in the Resources section of the Show Notes!   01:40 Home remodel and new build updates! 04:15 Meet mom of 3, and our first guest listener, Lindsay Marsh. 06:30 Navigating motherhood with a special needs child. 10:00 How do you and your husband each handle supporting your son with special needs? 11:15 What is your work schedule like with your son needing constant care? 13:00 The different types of seizures Lindsay's son has. 15:15 What is your family eating right now? 20:00 Navigating mealtime with allergies and food sensitivities. 23:30 A case of “room closeness” and how our families are sleeping. 27:00 The time Katie's son was basically sleepwalking through his morning routine. 29:50 Stephanie's sleep gummy adventures. 34:15 What are you loving right now? 41:00 The tried and true tinted moisturizer Steph loves! 43:00 What are you reading, watching, and listening to right now? 51:15 What is your favorite mom hack? 57:15 Do you have a system to stay on top of cleaning and sorting school work? 01:08:00 The time Lindsay attempted to eat at a restaurant with 3 toddlers. 01:11:30 Have you “restaurant-trained” your kids?

In This Episode, We Talk About: What has changed since the 80s and 90s, including beauty standards and viewpoints on LGBTQ+ communities. How to raise and prepare our kids for a more loving world. Coming out and showing up as your full self to your kids.   Resources + Links: Connect with Amber on Instagram | @purespacelife   Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish   Lash Princess Mascara by Essence   Find the perfect mommy swimsuit at https://www.summersalt.com/   Check out Glennon Doyle's We Can Do Hard Things podcast!   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How can we show up as our true selves to the people we love? Today, we are joined by Stephanie's cousin, Amber Parks! Amber is the mother of two girls and the owner of Pure Space Life, a holistic home company helping families move into a positive direction. Our episode is filled with positive vibes and energy as we discuss the newest updates in our lives, including how to get the perfect trendy brow, unlearn toxic beauty standards, teach your kids to get along, and take care of the most important person in your life: you! Then, Amber will share her story about the time she came out to her kids and the people in her life. Through it, we'll learn what we can do to raise the next generation for a better, more loving world. So no matter who you are or who you love, come and join us for a good time full of good vibes! 0:01:25 When will we be moving back into our houses? 0:03:45 Say hello to Amber, mother of two little girls and the owner of Pure Space Life! 0:07:10 What is your family eating this week? 0:10:15 What are quick and easy meals to make after working night shift? 0:13:45 How are you trying to get your co-sleeper to sleep in her own bed? 0:16:15 Getting your youngest to fall asleep. 0:19:20 How do you calm down your little one who just wants to nurse? 0:20:20 How does alcohol affect sleep, and how can you get better sleep with alcohol? 0:23:30 What is something you're loving right now? 0:24:45 What is a cute swimsuit perfect for mommy & me classes? 0:27:20 How can you get better brows? 0:31:40 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:34:55 Why is it interesting to watch the British royal family? 0:38:50 How can we undo the influence of toxic beauty standards? 0:42:10 What is one thing your kids do that annoys you? 0:46:15 The worst moments to go to the bathroom. 0:49:10 How can you get your kids to clean up after themselves? 0:52:15 What important thing about self-care did you learn? 0:54:00 How did you come out to your kids? 0:56:55 What were the reactions of the people in your life after coming out? 0:59:50 How have views about LGBTQ+ changed over the years? 1:02:20 How did Stephanie's kids react to Amber coming out? 1:03:30 Raising our kids in a more loving world.

In This Episode, We Talk About: Our favorite mom things this week, including cute & creative snacks, mattress tips & tricks, supplements, crafts, and more! Limiting technology and social media's effects on our kids. Raising awareness for water safety and drowning cases to keep more children safe.   Resources + Links: Find cute & creative snack ideas on Instagram | @eeekkitsambie and @amberfillerup   Live by Sadie Robertson Huff   Who Are You Following? by Sadie Robertson Huff   Unplug by Lisa K. Strohman and Melissa J. Westendorf   MenoLabs Menofit Menopause Probiotic for Healthy Weight   Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How can we create a safer world for our kids to live in? This week, you'll meet Lindsay Dix, mother of four and Katie's co-worker at St. Francis's NICU! We'll be discussing our weekly mom favorites, tips, and hacks, such as creative after school snack ideas, supplements for women over 40, buying a new mattress for your kids, and more! Then, we hear Lindsay's mom horror story about the time her youngest son had a near drowning experience during his swim lesson. She shares an important tale about water safety and watching your kid when no one else is. Join us as we learn what we can do to raise awareness to prevent child drownings and save a life! 0:01:20 How have we been enjoying the change into fall weather? 0:02:55 Meet mother of four, Lindsay Dix, Katie's co-worker at St. Francis's NICU! 0:05:20 What is your family eating this week? 0:06:55 What is your favorite crockpot meal to make? 0:10:00 What is a great protein kids snack? 0:12:35 Getting creative with after school snacks. 0:15:54 How do you manage snacks with an age gap between your kids? 0:17:40 How has your family been sleeping this week? 0:19:35 Why is a comfortable mattress important to have? 0:23:00 What size mattress should you buy for your kid? 0:25:45 Why should we appreciate the snuggles from our little ones? 0:26:25 What are you reading, watching, or listening to currently? 0:29:10 Why is Stephanie's family rewatching Stranger Things? 0:30:50 What new self-help book has Katie started reading? 0:33:05 How do you manage technology with your bigs? 0:36:35 The addictiveness of technology. 0:39:00 Why do we not allow our kids social media? 0:41:00 What are you loving right now? 0:44:00 What supplement is perfect for women over 40s? 0:46:30 What collagen supplement do we recommend? 0:49:10 How can you keep your kid happy (and busy) with crafts? 0:50:25 What is your favorite mom hack? 0:51:55 What is a good hack for making Hawaiian roll sandwiches? 0:52:50 How can you get your kid in or out of a carseat without a fight? 0:53:40 Why do you enroll your kids into swim lessons and/or ISR? 0:55:15 What happened four lessons into Elliot's swim lessons? 0:59:30 Why do we need to be more aware of drowning? 1:03:50 What are the benefits of ISR? 1:05:20 How can we keep our kids safe in water?

In This Episode, We Talk About: The ups and downs of using swear words. The crazy things our kids come up with, and the even crazier things they repeat from us. Dealing with haunted toys and relieving recurring nightmares.   Resources + Links:   Twenty Years Later by Charlie Donlea   The Luckiest Girl by Beverly Cleary   Unplug by Lisa K. Strohman, Melissa J. Westendorf   Check out the coupon app Flipp!   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: We swear you'll love today's episode! Join us as we dive into the wildest things our kids have said with this week's special mom guest: Dana Harris! As the mother of three kiddos, including fraternal twins, she's heard her fair share of both the good and the bad from her little ones before. She'll share her mom story about the time her 3 year old son said a very bad word, and where he happened to pick it up from. From possessed Disney dolls, to dropping F-bombs in a church daycare, and all the way to shouting profanity out the car window, we talk about all the crazy things our kids say and do that make us think twice! Get ready to laugh and curse along with us as we get an explicit look into the world of a mom in real life! 0:01:20 What new changes have we made over the past week? 0:04:25 Introducing today's mom friend, Dana Harris, a work-from-home mom with the ACS and mother of three! 0:07:40 Who are Dana's kiddos and what are they like? 0:10:00 How does the school district system work in Bixby in comparison to school districts in Arizona? 0:13:05 Pros and cons of living in a closed enrollment school district. 0:15:05 What is your family eating right now? 0:17:50 What meal is stress-free and easy to make? 0:19:20 Are all-natural products/materials actually worth it? 0:21:30 What are some good, healthy breakfast options? 0:23:55 How has your family been sleeping lately? 0:26:25 How can you get your little one to sleep better so you can sleep better? 0:28:10 Dana's haunted Mickey Mouse. 0:31:30 What can you do to relieve your kids' nightmares? 0:33:30 What are you loving right now? 0:35:55 Why do we love microneedling? 0:39:40 What coupon app is perfect for budgeting your groceries? 0:43:05 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:44:35 What book does Stephanie plan on reading next? 0:45:20 How do we navigate technology with our kids? 0:47:55 The effect of social media on kids. 0:52:05 What “special” word did your little one say during daycare? 0:56:25 How do we stop our kids (and ourselves) from cussing too much? 0:59:30 What crazy words do kids come up with?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Getting ready for the fall season and Halloween. Why women don't realize they're pregnant until labor. How to adjust and prepare for a surprise baby.   Resources + Links: The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantive   The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How do you prepare for a baby in less than a week? The answer is unexpected! Today, our featured guest is Kendal Marks, a higher education professional, Katie's college friend, and momma to a three-year-old son who, once upon a time, gave her a big surprise! We'll talk about the upcoming fall season and what we and our families are most excited about, from college football to seasonal treats and Halloween costumes. Then, Kendal tells us about the time she had no idea she was pregnant until she went into labor, and how she adjusted to the unexpected addition. Tune in and learn how to become a mom literally overnight! 01:25 How did our Labor Day weekends go? 05:05 How can you organize your life for freer weekends? 07:20 Welcome Kendal Marks, Katie's college friend and mama to a three-year-old son from Portland! 10:25 What has your family been eating this week? 13:35 Clean eating after a week of takeout. 14:50 What is a bone broth cleanse? 17:25 What is the 21 day diet? 19:00 How is your family sleeping lately? 20:50 Why did Katie get a terrible night's sleep last night? 23:05 How can you help your kid fall back asleep? 24:30 What is something you've been loving? 26:20 Why are Perfect Bars perfect? 27:40 How can you download free Kindle books? 28:55 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 31:15 Falling back into football season. 33:30 What has Stephanie been enjoying instead of college football? 36:35 What was your last Amazon purchase?  39:30 What new items did Katie get for her kids and what did she get for herself? 41:55 How are we getting ready for fall and Halloween? 45:20 When and how did you discover you were pregnant? 49:10 Labor and delivery with a 31 week old baby. 51:20 How do women not realize when they're pregnant? 54:40 What did your postpartum look like after your surprise pregnancy? 56:40 How did you adjust to having a baby?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Organization tips and mom hacks you need to keep your car, purse, and more neat and tidy. Our scary mom moments of losing a kid in a store. The unique, sometimes unusual, interests our little ones develop.   Resources + Links:   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Have you ever lost your kid in the store? If you have, you'll be able to relate to today's mom guest: Becky Allegra, a work-from-home mom of two boys, an Arizona native, and Stephanie's friend & neighbor! She'll tell us her story about how her youngest son's unique interest got him lost during a shopping trip. But before we dive into her scary mom moment, we'll discuss the lighter moments that come with momhood. We'll discuss our organization tips, tricks, and mom hacks so you can keep track of all the things that matter, even as a busy mom on the go. Finally, Becky shares her tale of when she lost her son in the store and experienced mom panic for the first time - all because of a trash can! Join us as we recount our mommy moments, the scary and the hilarious! 0:01:25 What is new with us and our kids? 0:05:40 Say hello to Becky, Stephanie's friend & neighbor and a work-from-home mom of two boys! 0:08:05 What was it like having a baby in New York City? 0:10:35 What is your family eating this week? 0:12:50 How do you manage your selective eaters? 0:17:45 Weekly menu planning on a budget. 0:20:40 What are some good meals for busy sports nights? 0:22:30 What are our favorite crockpot recipes? 0:23:30 How has your family been sleeping this week? 0:25:15 What is it like having a dog in the family along with kids? 0:27:35 What creepy event has been waking Katie up at night? 0:31:35 How has Stephanie's family been settling into Nana's house? 0:33:05 What have you recently been loving? 0:35:40 What coffee is perfect for a busy mom to sip on? 0:37:10 How to keep LEGOs organized. 0:39:55 What diaper bag is a must have for moms? 0:42:25 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:45:50 What show has Katie been binging on Netflix? 0:46:40 What Colleen Hoover book is everybody reading? 0:47:45 How do you stay organized in the summer? 0:49:15 What mom hack will keep your car tidy? 0:51:20 Why are pill boxes perfect for organizing your purses? 0:52:30 How do your kids' interests differ from each other? 0:56:40 How did you lose your son to a trash can? 0:59:55 What unique interests have our kids had? 1:02:25 Why do we lose track of our younger kids more often?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Mom hacks for getting stains out, waking up your kids, budgeting for groceries, and more! The hard and unpredictable moments of motherhood. The feeling of knowing something isn't right. Recovering from a traumatic experience and finding solace in the community.   Resources + Links: Follow and connect with Lauren on Instagram | @whatlolalikes The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein When You're Ready, This is How You Heal by Brianna Wiest It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover November 9 by Colleen Hoover The Midnight Library by Matt Haig   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com   Show Notes: What happens when we get faced with the unexpected? Today, you'll learn how one mom used the unexpected to find the light after the dark! You may already recognize our special guest from her Instagram @whatlolalikes, Lauren! Before we get into Lauren's story, we spend the episode going over all the moments in motherhood - the ones we love and the ones we could probably live without. We'll go over our top mom hacks about stain removal, waking up your kids in time for school, the perfect keto snack for on the go, and even more. But it's the hardest moments of motherhood where we find solidarity, recovery, and support. That's why Lauren is sharing her mom story about one of the most traumatic times of her life, including how she knew something didn't feel right and the road to recovery afterward. Join us as we talk about the moments that make up momhood: the good, the bad, and the unexpected! 0:01:10 What are our new updates? 0:04:30 Meet mom friend Lauren, mother of two girls and content creator from @whatlolalikes on Instagram! 0:05:20 Do you have any advice for moms going through a divorce? 0:07:05 How did you help your girls through it? 0:08:05 What has your family been eating this week? 0:09:50 Why is DoorDash a lifesaver? 0:13:05 What is the perfect keto/low-carb snack? 0:15:00 Katie's grocery store mishap + grocery budgeting tips. 0:18:30 How is your family sleeping lately? 0:21:50 How can we help our kids fall asleep more easily? 0:24:30 How to readapt to the school year sleeping schedule. 0:28:50 What are you reading, watching, or listening to right now? 0:31:10 Our favorite Colleen Hoover books. 0:32:35 What book did Katie read that has a promising ending? 0:34:15 What are you loving right now? 0:35:05 How has makeup changed for young girls from then versus now? 0:38:10 What are some good Peloton boot camp workouts? 0:41:05 How can you get stains out of your kids' clothes? 0:42:00 What is your favorite mom hack? 0:44:40 What is a good way to get your kids out of bed in the morning? 0:46:20 How can you start to build up a rhythm for life? 0:47:55 What are the pros and cons of an electric car? 0:50:00 How and when did you learn you were pregnant for a third time? 0:54:00 The moment when you know something isn't right. 0:58:00 When did things get worse? 1:01:35 What happened afterwards? 1:04:30 How did you find community after your miscarriage? 1:06:40 How did your girls take the news?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Taking care of your mental performance and energy as a parent. Helpful tips and tools for the overwhelmed mom or dad. Newborn parent first times - from a dad's POV!   Resources + Links: Connect with Brian on Instagram | @briancainpeak   Check out the Mental Performance Daily podcast at https://briancain.com/!   Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg   Try Optimize for free! | www.optimize.me/cain   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Have you ever wondered what it's like from a dad's perspective? Today, we're going to find out alongside our surprise guest: our first ever dad friend, Brian Cain! Brian is a mental performance coach, podcast host, and dad of 5 months. He'll be sharing his newborn dad stories so we can catch a glimpse into the dad side of things! We'll talk about how to take care of our mental energy and performance, the structure and routines he uses to stay on top of things, and the key to finding the perfect balance as a new (or not so new) parent. Then, we get to hear Brian's first dad experiences, from the ultrasound appointment, to the delivery room, and then beyond! Come and see what it looks like from the other side during this special Dads in Real Life episode! 0:01:30 How was Stephanie's Hawaiian vacation? 0:04:35 Meet our first ever dad guest, Brian Cain, who's here to give us a look into the dad side of things! 0:08:20 What was your background working with athletes? 0:11:20 What is the best way to compliment and/or reward our kids' behavior? 0:13:35 How can time-blocking help save your entire day? 0:15:55 Keeping up mental energy and staying motivated. 0:20:55 How has your family been sleeping? 0:23:50 How do you get quality sleep even when you're on the road? 0:27:00 What is the number one thing that will help you get better sleep? 0:28:35 How and when should you reply to emails? 0:31:20 Why are boundaries so important for parents to have? 0:34:20 Do you check email on your phone? 0:35:55 What is Stephanie's recent sleep goal? 0:36:50 Getting back into the back to school rhythm. 0:39:05 What has your family been eating lately? 0:41:30 What are you meal prepping? 0:44:40 How has Katie been managing her resistant eater? 0:48:40 What superfruit has healing properties, but comes at a cost? 0:50:10 Why is Cracker Barrel great for kids' meals? 0:52:45 What have you been loving this week? 0:54:55 Where can you get cute low profile hats? 0:55:45 What can you do with a Cricut? 0:57:40 The invaluable tool for keeping up with checklists. 1:00:20 What are your new dad stories? 1:04:40 What is the fun thing about being a newborn dad? 1:06:20 How can we become aware of and break our habits? 1:08:05 What tips do you have for people who feel overwhelmed? 1:10:00 What is your biggest tip for dads?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Feeding your picky eaters, keeping your kids healthy, and combating iron deficiencies. How the pandemic turned into a pivotal moment for Lauren and her family. Finding the right balance between family and career.   Resources + Links: Connect with Lauren on Instagram | @casitaandco Check out our favorite Instagrams! @chrislovesjulia @thedoggodose @elyse_myers   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How does a busy mom achieve balance between her family and her career? Today, we invited designer, mother of two girls, and founder of Casita and Co., Lauren Gonzales! We'll discuss how we keep our little ones healthy, from the supplements we feed them to working through their iron deficiencies. We also talk about ear piercing trends, feeding our picky eaters in the family, finding the perfect swimsuit for your summer mom bod, our favorite Instagrams, and more. Lauren then shares how the pandemic turned into a pivotal moment in starting her business and building a career! Find out how one mom overcame her struggles to make the change she most needed! 0:01:20 Why are we recording this episode early? 0:02:40 Meet today's mom friend, Lauren, founder and owner of Casita and Co. and mother of two girls born ten years apart! 0:06:00 Do you plan on having any more kids? Why or why not? 0:08:35 What has your family been eating this week? 0:10:40 What is a great meal to eat when you're on the go? 0:12:55 What is a quick, easy, and healthy meal from Costco? 0:15:05 Making smoothies for your picky eaters. 0:17:05 How did you learn your eldest daughter was iron deficient? 0:21:50 What can you use to add more iron in your kids' meals? 0:23:40 How can we keep our kids healthy? 0:26:45 What are you loving right now? 0:30:15 What is the recent popularity with ear piercing trends? 0:32:20 Do all your girls have or want to have pierced ears? 0:36:45 Finding the perfect swimsuit as a mom. 0:40:10 How can Botox help make you feel invincible? 0:43:40 Why is Stephanie taking a break from Botox? 0:45:20 What is your favorite Instagram account and why do you love it? 0:47:15 What adorable Instagram is the perfect thing to watch with your kids? 0:47:50 Which Instagram always makes Katie laugh? 0:49:15 How did the pandemic affect you and your family? 0:52:40 When and why did things start to get rocky? 0:56:25 What do you love about your work? 0:58:50 The beauty of having flexibility in your remote work. 0:59:55 How does daycare help you find work-life balance? 1:02:40 What is Mother's Day Off?

In This Episode, We Talk About: How one sub sandwich ruined a family camping vacation. Decluttering, organization, and staying productive in your week. Our favorite Amazon products, including decluttering must-haves and Lululemon knockoffs.   Resources + Links: Check out Sonya's favorite podcasts | Crime Junkie Podcast & Doing it at Home Podcast   Declutter Like a Mother by Allie Cassaza   People we Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How does a family camping trip turn into complete shit? Joining us today is Sonya Kaiser, chiropractor and mother of two littles, who will be going over her story of the time she just wanted to have a glass of wine on vacation – but got way more than she bargained for! Along the way, we'll discuss everything from ear infections and bedwetting, to cute Lululemon knockoffs from Amazon. We also talk about the key to decluttering around the house, wild childs at the dinner table, and the moments where you just want to enjoy a family vacay… but just can't. Finally, we get to hear how diapers came to the rescue during a road trip ruined by a single sub sandwich. From the moments where you just want to decompress to the moments where you just gotta go, we're celebrating them all! Find out how a real life mom rolls with the punches, no matter how messy they get! 0:01:15 Why did Katie spend her week in UrgentCare? 0:03:40 Give a big welcome to Sonya, a chiropractor, nutritionist, and mother of a 15-month old and a 3-month old! 0:05:15 What is your chiropractic style? 0:06:30 How do you treat ear infections naturally? 0:09:15 What is your family eating this week? 0:12:50 Why is dinnertime so hectic? 0:16:15 What healthy fast-casual restaurant has Katie been eating at? 0:18:10 How did Stephanie get stuck with a case of coconut milk? 0:19:55 How has your family been sleeping lately? 0:21:05 How do you deal with bedwetting? 0:25:10 Finding the perfect pillow. 0:28:00 What is your favorite pillow? 0:30:15 What is something you are loving right now? 0:33:20 How did Katie make the most of Amazon Prime Day? 0:34:50 Why did you go with dark hardwood instead of light hardwood? 0:37:10 Why do we love our Ruggable rugs? 0:40:40 What is the best thing to take when you start to feel sick? 0:42:15 What have you been reading, watching, or listening to during the week? 0:45:40 Staying organized and productive through time blocking. 0:48:50 What is the key to decluttering? 0:52:25 How can you motivate your kids to declutter? 0:53:35 What new show has Stephanie been binging? 0:54:50 What was the last thing you bought on Amazon? 0:55:50 What is a decluttering must-have item? 0:57:15 How do you like living in Arizona? 0:58:45 Lululemon knockoff purse recommendations. 1:01:25 When did your camping trip start to take a turn? 1:04:55 How did a sub sandwich ruin your ride home? 1:09:35 What did you do afterwards? 1:11:05 How was your girl's trip back to the vineyard?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Life-saving mom hacks all moms need to know about. Finding a support system of friends after becoming a mom. Why it's important to form connections with other women and moms.   Resources + Links: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover   No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler   City of Likes by Jenny Mollen   People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How do you build a friend group of moms that'll last? Spoiler alert: You might want to avoid Juicy sweatpants! In this episode, we've invited Stephanie's good friend and mom of two, Marisa Lengel-Zigitich, to help us celebrate the special connection between moms! We'll hear Marisa's story about how she made her very first mom friend after entering motherhood and found the support system she needed most. We'll have a conversation about the wacky things our husbands and kids do, embracing your middle aged woman at Soma, our love for all things Disney, and mom hacks we use to save the day. Most of all, we'll learn why it's so important to find the people that are right for you! We all need a friend or two to help us along the way so come and join our group, mom friend! 0:01:10 Say hello to today's featured guest: Marisa, teacher and mother of two girls with a background in education and nonprofits! 0:05:05 What is your family eating this week? 0:09:10 What is the 75 Hard challenge? 0:12:05 Would you consider joining the challenge? 0:14:20 How is Katie's diet the total opposite of her husband's?  0:15:35 Have you ever caught your kid secretly snacking? 0:17:30 Where can you get a delicious caramel cold brew? 0:20:50 What thing are you loving right now? 0:22:05 How did we discover these pajamas? 0:25:20 Must buy clothes for the summer at Soma. 0:27:45 What are Katie's new favorite pair of shoes? 0:28:50 How do you give the perfect gift? 0:30:35 What are you looking forward to during your upcoming Disney trip? 0:33:50 What are you reading and watching this week? 0:37:35 What do you usually listen to audiobooks about? 0:39:00 Why do you like memoirs about musicians? 0:40:05 What country song does Katie jam out to? 0:41:35 What books and docuseries is Stephanie enjoying lately? 0:44:50 What mom hack makes your life easier? 0:46:45 How do you get your little one to clean up? 0:47:50 Teaching your kids to be more fiscally responsible. 0:50:10 What was the biggest challenge you faced after having your first baby? 0:53:10 How did you build up a group of mom friends? 0:57:55 Why is it important to connect with other women and moms? 1:00:30 What are our favorite memories from our mom trip to Las Vegas?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Raising three boys, including a pair of identical twins. How a Hawaii family vacay turned into a real shit show. How to limit the amount of stuff your kid has, get them to listen to you, and stop them from getting into your belongings. The best life hacks & tips you need for traveling with your littles.   Resources + Links: Check out the Good Inside podcast!   House to Home by Devi Dutta-Choudhury   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Think you've had a crappy vacation before? You might want to think again! Today, we are pleased to have Kati McPherson, an interior designer and mother of three boys (including identical twins!), sharing her real life mom story of a family vacay gone wrong! Before that, we'll get into the parts of parenting that we love - and the parts we love to hate. We'll talk about a new approach for your littles when they're struggling, must-know tips for road trips with the fam, how to cut down on the crazy amount of stuff your kids have, and even more as we go. Most of all, Kati will teach us how to survive a vacation, even when it all goes to shit. Sit back, get ready to laugh, and join us as we take a look into the messier side of being a mom in real life! 0:01:20 Meet this week's featured guest, Kati McPherson, interior designer, business owner since 2016, and mother of three boys! 0:03:45 How did a psychic tell you you were going to have twins? 0:07:25 How do you tell your identical twins apart? 0:10:35 What is your family eating this week?   0:14:35 What delicious home-cooked family dinner has Stephanie been enjoying? 0:18:05 How has Katie been mixing up her weekly meals? 0:20:10 What are you loving right now? 0:21:55 What Instagram boutiques do we love and recommend? 0:24:30 Why is a fort a good gift for kids? 0:27:45 Cutting down on the amount of stuff your kid has. 0:29:40 How has your family been sleeping lately? 0:33:25 What are social stories and how do they help struggling kids? 0:36:35 How can you transition your kid away from snuggling/sleeping with you? 0:38:25 How did Calvin hurt his foot? 0:40:25 What have you been reading, watching, or listening to recently? 0:45:50 What magazines and podcasts has Stephanie been enjoying? 0:49:20 What design book is perfect for helping you design a space? 0:50:40 What is one thing your kids do that annoys you? 0:51:45 How do you get your kid to listen and respond to you? 0:53:30 Going through the dependency phase. 0:56:25 How did you get your kids to stop touching all your stuff? 0:57:50 What happened with your 11-month-old on the way home from your Hawaiian vacay? 1:00:00 How did it turn into an actual shit show? 1:03:35 The messiness of flying with littles. 1:05:35 What are some road trip tips for family vacations?

In This Episode, We Talk About: The best (and most delicious) way to enjoy the summer, decluttering tips you need to know, and getting your little one to go to sleep. How Chandra bribed her son into hitting a homerun. Boosting your kid's confidence through encouragement, incentives, and a little bit of bribing. Resources + Links: Check out the Purpose Show with Allie Casazza & her Unburdened course for tips on how to declutter & minimize! City of Likes by Jenny Mollen People we Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com Find out more on our websites: https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Want to know how one competitive sports mom lost $100 on a bribe? In today's episode, we invited the mother of two rambunctious boys, Chandra Wiezorek, to get a peek into the day-to-day of a sports mom in real life! She'll tell us about the time she encouraged her son during a baseball game - at the cost of her wallet! Along the way, we will talk about living with loud kids, frozen treats to get you through the summer heat, and decluttering tips that'll help even the busiest mom restructure and reorganize. Find out how you can start incentivizing your little one to do more of what you love and what they love! 0:01:15 Meet this week's mom friend: Chandra, mom of two spunky boys and Katie's college sorority sister! 0:05:00 How often do you meet up with your sorority sisters? 0:07:50 What is your family eating this week? 0:09:55 How to make good sweet corn. 0:12:10 Why is it nice to have the same meal every night? 0:15:50 Is it better to work nights or days at the hospital? 0:17:20 What is the upside of having a kitchen remodel? 0:19:45 What do you do when everyone wants something different on DoorDash? 0:21:00 What have you been loving about summer recently? 0:23:25 Why do you like the GizmoWatch and how do you use it? 0:25:30 What makes summertime so special for kids? 0:27:40 How do you make quick, easy frosties for the summer? 0:30:50 Where can you get delicious frozen treats? 0:32:30 Stephanie's must-have facial shaving tool. 0:35:20 What are you reading, watching, or listening to this week? 0:38:55 How can you declutter and structure your life? 0:40:50 What decluttering tip has Katie been implementing? 0:42:10 Why is it sometimes better to read a book instead of listen to it? 0:43:30 What makes Stranger Things so popular? 0:44:40 How has your family been sleeping? 0:47:15 What do you do with your youngest during baseball season? 0:49:45 How have ear infections been disrupting sleep in Katie's family? 0:51:30 How to incentivize your kid to go to sleep or take a nap. 0:53:40 What did you do to encourage your son to swing more in the batter's box? 0:56:35 How did Declan earn himself $100? 0:59:10 What did Stephanie bribe her softball team with? 1:01:10 How valuable are Pokemon cards? 1:03:10 How did bribing your son help to boost his confidence?

In This Episode, We Talk About: The silly random thoughts kids say. How to be a mom and pancreas for your kid diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Monitoring, managing, and staying on top of a disease. Listening to your mom instincts when you know something isn't right.   Resources + Links: Connect with Bobbi on Instagram | @b_treadwell   The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley   Insomnia by Sarah Pinborough   City of Likes by Jenny Mollen   The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner   Upset the World by Tim Ross   Check out these amazing podcasts | Upbringing and The Flexible Neurotic   Check out Lauren's Instagram | @lauren_bongiorno   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How do you listen to your mommy instincts and rise above a scary diagnosis? This week, we are joined by Modern Milk OG and infant & child CPR instructor, Bobbi Treadwell! Together, we'll talk about the random unfiltered things kids say that make us laugh, our love for ice makers & Jurassic Park classic, and a crazy misadventure all started by a single dove. Then, Bobbi shares her story of the time her daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and how they've learned to work through it. How does she monitor & manage the disease? What has been empowering about it? How has her daughter processed it so far? This episode will cover the highs and lows of overcoming Type 1 from the perspective of a mom who kicked into survival mode and became a second pancreas for her little one. Join us as we listen and learn from an inspiring mom in real life! 0:00:55 What is new with us? 0:03:55 Meet a real Modern Milk OG and infant & child CPR instructor, Bobbi Treadwell! 0:05:55 What has your family been eating this week? 0:06:35 What is your go-to meal to make for Logan? 0:07:35 Do your kids like eating out? 0:09:35 How do you eat around a full kitchen remodel? 0:11:10 What are you loving about spending summer in Flagstaff? 0:13:45 Picking blackberries in Oklahoma. 0:16:10 Why does Stephanie love her icemaker? 0:17:20 How picky are you and your family with water? 0:20:00 What have you been reading and/or watching this week? 0:22:05 What parenting podcast does Katie recommend? 0:23:35 What humorous self-development podcast has Stephanie been listening to? 0:25:00 How was the new Jurassic Park movie and why is the original still the best? 0:26:35 How did your six-year-old manage to keep herself awake on the freeway? 0:30:00 What random thoughts did Hayley share during the car ride? 0:32:50 Stephanie's wacky bird adventure.  0:38:10 When and how was Logan diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes? 0:43:30 What made you realize you needed to take her in, and how did it go? 0:45:40 What happened after the diagnosis? 0:47:20 How long was she in the hospital for? 0:49:15 How has she processed the diagnosis so far? 0:50:40 How long did it take for her to put weight back on and what do you do to monitor her condition? 0:54:20 What are the challenges and struggles? 0:56:15 What does Logan's support system look like? 0:58:20 What is your medical background? 1:00:05 Being the pancreas for your kid. 1:01:30 Who is a good mentor for Type 1 diabetes?

In This Episode, We Talk About: Life updates from home remodels to books and shows we're loving! What Melissa's daily routine looks like working from home with her 4-year-old twins! Things we think are overrated that everybody loves. Melissa's split second decision!   Resources + Links:   Check out these books mentioned in today's episode: Verity by Colleen Hoover City of Likes by Jenny Mollen   Stephanie is loving Benefit Gimme Brow  Follow Melissa on Instagram |    Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: We're back with another mom friend!! Twin mom, Melissa Thompson is chatting with us all about juggling mom life, working from home, snack hacks, and the darndest things her 4-year-olds say and do! Along with getting to know today's guest, we're sharing our most recent favorites from books, to meals, and thoughts on keeping things simple or going ALL OUT when celebrating  holidays! Whether you're joining us for the first time, or we go way back, we are SO GLAD to have you here! We'd love to hear a question you'd like us to answer! Shoot us a DM on Instagram!   02:00 Life updates: house remodels, Father's Day, and summertime! 06:20 Meet twin mama and Child Life Specialist turned Fragile Infant Specialist, Melissa Thompson. 09:40 How old are your twins now? 10:30 What does your daily routine look like working from home? 14:00 How our kids' routines and activities have changed as kids get older. 18:15 What is your family currently eating? 21:40 A Charcuterie board party. 26:15 What are you reading, watching, and listening to lately?35:00 What are you loving right now? 41:30 Something I hate/think is overrated that everybody else loves. 46:20 Do you keep it simple for holiday's or go over the top? 53:50 The time Melissa had to make a split decision. 58:00 How do you choose which kid needs your focus as a twin mom?01:03:00 The body part shaped Cheeto.  

In This Episode, We Talk About: Kim's pivotal story with a kind stranger on Mother's Day. Surviving embarrassing experiences and accidents as an adult. Finding the small moments in life to love and enjoy.   Resources + Links: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry   The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren   Verity by Colleen Hoover   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How can a mother change the course of another mother's life? This week's mom friend is Kim Mayo, former event planner and current mother of twelve-year-old Avery! Kim will share her experience during Mother's Day when the kindness of another mom impacted her life. But before that, we'll be discussing how to survive embarrassing experiences, surprise accidents, and pesky full kitchen remodels. This episode is all about the moments in life we need (and the moments we'd rather live without)! Tune in for all the ups and downs of a mom in real life and share this moment with us! 0:00:50 Say hello to Kim, Arizona native, former event planner, and mother of one! 0:01:30 What are our quick life updates? 0:06:35 Who is Kim Mayo? 0:08:50 What are the benefits of odd jobs? 0:12:25 What does the Mayo household eat? 0:16:20 Surviving a full kitchen remodel. 0:18:25 What has Katie been ordering from Instacart? 0:20:45 Why do we love Costco? 0:21:50 What have you been reading this week? 0:23:50 How do you find time to read? 0:24:40 How long does it take to get invested in a book? 0:27:20 What has Stephanie been reading recently? 0:30:55 Why are Marvel movies good family movies? 0:32:35 What is your favorite part about summer? 0:34:40 What is the new lotion addiction? 0:38:10 What item is necessary when traveling with kids? What item is necessary for parents to indulge in? 0:40:25 The Great Fall of Great Wolf Lodge. 0:44:35 What embarrassing question did Rachel ask her parents? 0:46:30 What accident happened to Katie at the airport? 0:50:15 What is the worst thing to happen on an airplane? 0:53:05 What was a pivotal moment in your life? 0:56:50 How did a moment of kindness with a stranger change your life? 0:59:40 Why do we need to find the small moments to enjoy? 1:00:40 How was the rest of your trip? 1:01:50 What was Stephanie's Christmas miracle?

In This Episode, We Talk About: How Wendy's strong willed kids led her to becoming a positive parenting expert. Thing's  Wendy and her kids are loving now that they are teens/tweens! Ways we're all checking in on our self talk as moms. A couple of Wendy's real life (and real embarrassing) mom stories!   Resources + Links:   Connect with Wendy on Instagram | @freshstartwendy   Learn more about the resources and programs at Fresh Start Family https://freshstartfamilyonline.com/   Tune in to Wendy's Podcast | The Fresh Start Family Show   Download the FREE Guide for How to Raise Strong Willed Kids with Integrity   Check out these books mentioned in the episode: Everybody Always by Bob Goff Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet by Shauna Niequist My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem Who Are You Following  by Sadie Robertson Huff   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Let's talk about the little things. The cute things our little ones do, the little things we notice we say to ourselves (for better or worse), and the little things that bring us joy! We're excited to be joined by Positive Parenting Educator, Family Lifestyle Coach, and fellow mama of amazing, strong willed children, Wendy Snyder! This episode is packed full of books we're loving, meals our families are liking right now, and real life mom stories from tender moments to hilarious ones! Wendy shares a couple of her mom stories that come to mind, and how her journey as a mom led her to become a positive parenting educator.    01:15 Life updates 03:40 Meet mom, positive parenting educator, and founder of Fresh Start Family, Wendy Snyder. 08:00 How did you get introduced to positive parenting? 12:00 What programs and age ranges do you help with at Fresh Start Family?13:15 What is your family eating right now? 17:30 What are you reading, watching, and listening to right now? 25:00 How do you find joy in the day to day?  27:40 Checking in on the self talk. 29:30 Ways Katie is focusing on soaking in the little things  33:15 The time Wendy had an embarrassing postpartum experience with the doctor. 40:30 What advice would you share with other parents with strong willed kids?

In This Episode, We Talk About: How to run a household as a busy mother and business owner. Pushing past mom guilt. If achieving work life balance is actually possible. How and why a scorpion completely derailed Karie's tropical vacay.   Resources + Links: Connect with Karie on Instagram | @connectthedotspromo   A Simplified Life by Emily Ley   The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner   Parent Like it Matters by Janice Johnson Dias   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: Want to know how a small scorpion managed to cause big problems during a trip to Hawaii? Today, we are joined by Karie Cowden, the owner of Connect the Dots Promotions! As a business owner and mother of two, she'll be sharing her advice on how to manage a household when you're a mom who does it all. We'll discuss grappling with mom guilt, finding work life balance, dealing with scorpions, and much more. To all our mom friends out there, we invite you to drop in for a new crazy mom story that really stung (in more ways than one)! 0:01:10 Meet our amazing mom of the week, Karie Cowden, the owner of Connect the Dots Promotions! 0:03:00 What is your business all about? 0:05:15 What is your secret to marriage? 0:05:55 What do you feed your family? 0:07:20 Ordering from takeout apps like Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Instacart. 0:11:30 What is Katie's family eating at home? 0:13:25 Resources for a mom in chaos. 0:14:55 How is your family sleeping lately? 0:16:35 Do you have bedtime or curfew for your kids? 0:18:35 What do you do when your kids are scared to go to sleep? 0:20:10 What is the beauty of being able to send your kids off? 0:21:55 What do you have mom guilt over? 0:24:30 How do you get a kid with a lot of energy to fall asleep? 0:26:15 What have you been loving recently? 0:29:15 Stephanie's quail story. 0:33:00 How do you keep your kids playing over the summer? 0:36:15 What are our neighborhoods like? 0:39:10 What have you been reading and watching this week? 0:43:15 How is the newest volume of Stranger Things? 0:44:50 What has Katie been reading recently? 0:46:15 What is something your kids do that annoys you? 0:50:20 What do you do when your kids always need mom? 0:52:00 How do you bypass your kids so you can FaceTime in peace? 0:53:45 What is the key to achieving work life balance? 0:57:25 What is it like visiting assisted living with your family? 1:01:35 What is your crazy mom story? 1:08:50 Being able to rely on your spouse.  1:11:05 What has been our experience with scorpions?

  In This Episode, We Talk About: Wendy's kids homeschool schedule. Three questions Katie asks her kids at bedtime. The annoying little things our kids do. How we organize our kids' craft supplies.   Resources + Links:   Connect with Moms in Real Life on Instagram | @momsinreallifepodcast   Follow Stephanie and Katie on Instagram! Stephanie Nguyen | @modernmilk Katie Kunz | @kunzandcrew and @newbornlifecoach   WANT TO HAVE YOUR MOM STORY FEATURED ON THE PODCAST? Sent us an email at info@momsinreallife.com   Find out more on our websites https://www.modernmilk.com/ www.katiekunz.com Show Notes: How do you organize your kids' craft supplies? In this episode we chat about this, and of course all the hilarious shit show moments of our lives lately! We're excited to introduce you to a new mom friend, neighbor, entrepreneur and homeschool mama, Wendy Welfelt! Of course with her experience and wealth of knowledge in homeschooling, we chat about Wendy's morning routine, her kids homeschool routine, and how she flows between working and schooling from home! We also share some flashbacks (oh hi, surprise booger wall) and some funny moments in our mom lives recently. Tune in for everything from routine and organizational tips, to the funny annoying things our kids do!     02:15 Meet our mom friend, neighbor, entrepreneur and homeschool mama, Wendy! 04:00 What inspired you to homeschool your kiddos? 06:40 What social activities do you do with your kids while homeschooling? 10:20 Things our families are eating right now! 18:00 How is your family sleeping right now? 21:50 Wendy's kids homeschool schedule. 26:15 Three questions Katie asks her kids before bed. 27:50 Things we're loving right now!32:00 What are you reading, watching, and listening to right now?26:40 What are some things your kids do that are annoying? 38:00 Pets twerking, a booger wall, and separation anxiety. 42:20 The time Wendy had to keep her kids occupied during a work meeting. 46:30 The time Stephanie's daughter made a mess with her “lab”. 49:00 How do you organize your kids' art supplies?