Two Moms doing just enough to ensure our kids only bring us up in therapy sometimes.
The Moms talk about just trying to make it through December. From the Elf to the class parties there is a lot to do still. They also talk about highlights from 2022 and what they are looking forward to in 2023.
Summer is over and the Moms are talking back to school. Elisa has a fancy hot lunch menu and Sarah needs to adjust to a new schedule where her kids don't sleep till 10am.
The Moms are discussing work life harmony and not balance. Sarah talks about boundaries and Elisa gets managed out.
The Moms are talking about school-age and neighborhood friends. What age do kids start to have their own friends? Do we have to be friends with the parents, too?
The Moms are kicking off season 3 by catching up with each other. They are talking about topics and plans for Season 3 of the podcast.
The Moms are talking about the kids believing in Elf on the Shelf and Santa. They are talking about Holiday traditions and other things that the kids believe in. Sarah has a good way to explain different traditions and Elisa hates the pressure to sneak around. When did you stop believing in Santa?
The Moms are talking about Mom shamming. Sarah got shammed on a play date and Elisa goes through the list of top things Moms get shammed for. They also talk about how avoid shamming others and what to do when you are Mom shammed. They also talk about how social media itself can be a source for Mom shamming others.
The Moms are back from working overtime at their jobs that pay the bills. They talk about how summer went. Elisa rids a bike for the first time in 15 years and Sarah gets more involved in school. They also talk about Wendy's fries for some reason.
The Moms are back and we are talking about clothes. Washing them, hanging them, and swapping out seasons. Sarah likes to gift them to family members and Elisa likes to make a pile that she will eventually or maybe never give to someone else.
The Moms are talking about baby showers. They have a love hate relationship with them. Sarah has some tips for the best shower and they go through their favorite and least favorite registry items. The Moms even explain to John what a "sprinkle" is.
Then Moms are talking about putting their kids in activities. Elisa is a dance Mom and Sarah has her kids in karate. They also talk about activities that they did as kids. The Moms want to know how many activities are too many activities?
The Moms took a small podcast break and are back catching upon what they have been up to. Sarah's kids are on a late night summer schedule and Elisa's youngest drew all over herself with marker. A lots happened so far this summer.
The Moms speak with special guest Corrine Amodeo about Cornelia de Lange syndrome. Her son was diagnosed at birth and she's talking about her family's journey to bring awareness. They also talk about having 2 kids vs 1 and how laundry is never done. To learn more about CdLS visit www.cdlsusa.org and follow Corrine and Geno's journey on Instagram @genos_journey_cdls
The Moms are talking about traveling with kids. Sarah hates packing and Elisa hates driving places. Summer is fun but it's a lot of hard work for Moms who just want a vacation.
The Moms are talking about attending kid's birthday parties. Elisa went to her first kid party since the pandemic and Sarah likes parties that don't give nunchucks as a party favors. They are also talking about how awkward they can be and what could make them a better time for parents. At the end of the day though it's all for the kids.
The Moms are hanging out with TikToker and Mom Pinky. She's talking all about having teenagers, growing her TikTok, and much more. Pinky also gives them a wild poop story. You can follower her on TikTok on @hotmessexpresspinkystyle and on Instagram at @hotmessexpress_pinkystyle
The Moms are talking to their friend Ron about Dad life. They ask him his best poop story and how things are going at home during this past year. His Wife Tami also joins them to talk about her birth story. they had a difficult birth and they talk about how no one talks about it. The episode was a fun time talking to friends.
The Moms are talking about baby names. Sarah wanted Irish names for her kids and Elisa always knew she wanted a girl named Scarlett. They are talking about nick names and tips for picking baby names. They also have struggles with their own names as adults.
The Moms are talking about the expectations they had for motherhood. Elisa expected to have more patience and Sarah thought she be better with screen time. This episode is full of topics the Moms plan expanding on in future episodes. Join them as they discuss all the expectations they exceeded and didn't meet at all.
The Moms are working overtime guessing what their kids will be when they grow up. They can be whatever they want to be, but it's fun to guess based on their current interests and personality traits. This episode also has our first guests of the Year! We are interviewing the kids to ask them what they want to be when they grow up.
The Moms are back with new episodes. They are starting the year talking about how they are feeling and what they have been up to. Elisa feels unmotivated to keep up the house and Sarah is longing for the day she won't have a house full of people. The Moms also talk about binge watching Tv and plans for the 2nd season of the podcast.
The Moms are talking about all the toys we they love and hate. Elisa will throw out any small plastic toy while Sarah collects Barbie doll shoes so they find their match. It's after Christmas and they know your house is full of loud, small, and messy toys. Listen while you clean up and organize everything unwrapped in your house.
The Moms are talking about the Holidays. They talk about their elfs on the shelf and how committed they are to the tradition. Sarah and Elisa discover they have the same Christmas decoration esthetic. They also talk about what they are looking forward to for Christmas and 2021. Happy Holidays to all the great Moms out there.
The Moms are catching up. They talk about how Halloween went, election week, and what the kids are up to. Elisa talks about a happy hour that didn't end well for her and Sarah almost put her twins on the wrong bus. Join in the chit chat leading up to Thanksgiving.
The Moms are talking about parent teacher conferences and why they make them nervous. Sarah scheduled hers a little to close to her work's virtual happy hour and Elisa is self conscious about her handwriting and spelling. The Moms also talk about all those school emails and tips to get through conferences.
The Moms talk about temper tantrums. They wonder when they stop and how to best manage their emotions. Elisa learns some tips on being patient from Sarah and Sarah explains crying not dying. Join us as we talk about what sets our kids off. Sometimes its the wrong color cup, loosing a game, or not getting that toy at Target.
The Moms are talking about pacifiers. They talk about their tips for breaking the habit. Sarah loves the paci fairy and Elisa thinks pacifiers disappear into a black hole. The Moms also talk brands and the evolution of the pacifier products.
The Moms are very excited to talk about bad words they can't help but say. Elisa can't stop saying the F word and Sarah just wants to help expand the kid's vocabulary. They are two Moms who try to keep it clean around the kids, but it's just so difficult. Join them as they talk about bad words.
The Moms talk about the first weeks of going back to school. Elisa talks about the pros of having to go all virtual and Sarah has a lot of jumping jacks happening in her office. They also recap how things are going in the house now that they are on a schedule.
The Moms are talking about body image and body shaming. Elisa talks about the unrealistic expectations of postpartum and Sarah compares her boy and girl clothing sizes. Both Moms agree we need to speak positively about themselves so their kids absorb it. Join them as they try to not speak negatively about their bodies for 30min. Spoiler... they can't seem to do it.
The Moms are talking about back to school. They have decisions to make and none of them are easy. Elisa wonders if a mom pod is worth it and Sarah talks about dealing with two school districts. There seems to be no answer that will make everyone happy, but the Moms talk through their own challenges starting the new school year. They also answer the very important question, are we buying more booze or school clothes this fall? As always, we love and support our teachers and we hope everyone can stay safe this coming fall.
The Moms are talking about housework. Everything from chores we love to chores we hate. How things have changed since everyone is home more and how do we get our toddlers to pick up their toys? The moms have some tips and tricks, but really they are just doing the best they can. Join them as they try not to make this an episode where all they do is complain about housework.
The Moms give some updates since past episodes. Sarah recaps her 10K run and Elisa talks about working on her self-care. Both Moms are surviving summer during a pandemic with DIY projects and social distancing hangouts. Join them as they give an update on how they are handling this new normal.
Join the moms as they talk about Self-Care. What they do and what they should be doing. Elisa counts sitting in her car as self-care and Sarah is working on a self-care journal. They also recount a funny story where Elisa didn't drink enough water causing an extra bad hangover.
The Moms talk about their summer plans and what has changed due to Covid-19. Sarah is missing the public pool and Elisa is mourning the planned couples trip to Vegas. The Moms also talk about working during summertime with the kids at home.
The Moms talk about entertainment for themselves and their kids. Everything from TikTok to TV shows and more. Sarah is appreciating YouTube and Disney+ while Elisa is busy trying to get TikTok famous.
The Moms are talking all about food. Elisa goes over food allergies in her house ans Sarah talks about her family schedule. They also discuss food in quarantine and what they want first when this is all over.
The Moms continue to talk to Corrine about what she's doing at home and why she still has an AOL email. In the Sober update find out what they have been up to since the stay at home order has been extended. OH! And Corrine has a pretty good poo story to tell.
The Moms talk about what they will and won't be doing this Easter in quarantine. They get a little distracted and off track by Elisa's bunny ears in the video chat. Happy Easter!
We are safe at home not stuck at home. The Moms are working double overtime in Quarantine. Elisa talks about not working for the first time while Sarah is intertwining her work and home life line never before. We want to know why we haven't been doing virtual cocktail hours this whole time. We also have a special guest with a different perspective of being a mom in Quarantine. You will never guess what she ordered to keep her 18 month old busy.
The Moms work overtime planning birthday parties. They explain The Descendants to John and talk about why we try so hard to plan elaborate themed parties. Be sure to stick around for the sober update to hear how they went!!!
First Episode! Sarah and Elisa talk about when the first became Moms and Elisa deals with some shit.