Podcast appearances and mentions of shay shull

It's the end of the school year and the Besties are PUMPED! And speaking of...the Besties are catching up on the Vanderpump drama, aging gracefully, Martha Stuart on the cover of Sports Illustrated, and the upcoming season of the Golden Bachelor. Erika is also breaking down her agent training trip on the Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Wish! She is sharing all about why it is the perfect experience adults, kids, extended families and beyond! Why is it Andrew's favorite cruise line? And what awkward thing happened to him at church?! And of course, they are answering your listener questions about favorite podcasts and foods they could never not eat!! https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/the-bachelor-senior-citizen-season-fall-2023-1235614927/https://www.bravotv.com/the-daily-dish/show/vanderpump-ruleshttps://www.si.com/extra-mustard/2023/05/15/martha-stewart-featured-2023-si-swimsuit-cover-modelhttps://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/https://www.disneyholidays.co.uk/disney-cruise-line/ships/disney-wish/https://www.disneyaulani.com/https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/last-disney-wish-post-i-promise/ We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

The end of the school year is BUSY and the Besties are feeling it! Between kids, activities, work, and travel, the Besties are doing, well, their best, and are breaking down recent life events and random updates. Not only do listeners get a behind the scenes look at life, but the Besties are also talking summer movies, TV shows, Botox call-outs, Disney Cruise Line and so much more! Our listener questions have them diving into books, Google searches, and Instagram stalking. Buckle up for another FUN episode! We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! Disney Wish | Disney Cruise Line Mix & Match Travel Agency https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17491088/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001722/ https://www.insider.com/some-sparkling-water-brands-contain-risky-pfas-chemicals-report-2020-9 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1416765/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0238784/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0386676/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bestie-breakdown/id1509081920?i=1000527228620 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103924/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Parent_Trap_(franchise) The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

Oh, the Besties are at it again! Not only are they sharing all of the fun details from Erika's 40th birthday trip to Turks and Caicos, but they are also chatting golf tournaments, Wi-Fi theories, end-of-the-year chaos, and are playing a fun little game. They are also diving into some fun pop culture topics (who just had a baby at 79?!) and are answering your listener questions about planning outfits for vacation and celebrities in the wild.  We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2023/05/turks-caicos-2023/https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/orlando-turks-40th-birthday-trip/https://gracebayclub.gracebayresorts.com/https://www.attbyronnelson.org/https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

Hi from Turks and Caicos! The Besties and their husbands are on location while celebrating Erika's 40th birthday in a fabulous location. But no fear! They have been saving so many fun topics for your listening pleasure! Erika is giving us an update on her skin, Shay is sharing the phobias that keep her from eating mayo and wearing socks, they are both sharing a fun pop culture round-up, and are answering YOUR listener questions about makeup and skin treatment. We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/https://www.bravotv.com/summer-househttps://www.amazon.com/Enneagram-Beginners-Christian-Understanding-God-Centered/dp/0593196775 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

Oh friends! This episode contains so many updates, opinions, reviews and some excellent listener questions! We are giving you an update on the motorcyclist, Erika's trip to Santa Barbara and her unsuccessful bike ride, Shay's review of Taco Bueno recommended by Sheaffer (per listener request), and the Love is Blind reunion fail! Listeners are asking ALLLL about trip planning and...memoir titles?!  https://www.netflix.com/title/80996601https://people.com/tv/the-bachelor-s-sean-and-catherine-inside-their-wedding/https://www.tacobueno.com/locations/&zip=73401https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/ We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

Today's episode has us going behind the scenes of a true best friend chat. We are talking about how we handle emergency situations, Erika's eczema, and impulsive (neon) decisions. We are also going DEEP into breaking down the Tom Sandoval interview on the Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast. Do Erika and Shay have the same opinion? Spoiler alert...they don't!! Our listener questions this week have us talking about of endgame spices and the best/worst part of raising teenagers. Friends, this week's episode is all over the place in the very best of ways! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/howie-mandel-does-stuff-podcast/id1555137542?i=1000608488550We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

Episode 6 is a fun one! The Besties are chatting about EVERYTHING from why in the world Shay is back at the dentist (and embarrassing middle schoolers) to the new Barbie movie to Netflix shows and MORE! Who just had twins?! What is happening with Love is Blind?! And of course, YOUR Listener Questions! Guys, these questions are good! We are talking all about the things we are letting go of and what is weird in our purses...if we carry them! We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! https://www.netflix.com/title/80996601?source=35https://www.netflix.com/title/81450827https://www.barbieselfie.ai/step/4-share/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1517268/https://people.com/parents/hilary-swank-welcomes-twins-a-boy-and-girl/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

We aren't too chicken to break down…chicken?! In today's episode, the Besties are tackling the serious topic of comparing two popular chicken chains (and their sauces): Raising Cane's or Chick-fil-a? Only one shall prevail! They are also diving into the third season of Real Housewives Ultimate Girl's Trip (oh the drama!), celebrity bathroom sightings, and Brooke Shields. And of course, your listener questions! We are talking concerts and perfumes!  We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠. https://www.raisingcanes.com/homehttps://www.chick-fil-a.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Zoehttps://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/products/attrape-reves-nvprod1160017v/LP0083https://www.sephora.com/product/replica-by-fireplace-P404758https://www.sephora.com/product/replica-beach-walk-P385358https://www.nordstrom.com/s/parfums-de-marly-delina-eau-de-parfum/4626476

Today's Episode is a FUN one! Erika and Shay are sharing all about Taylor Swift taking over Dallas, new TV Shows, rumors of Chris Harrison coming back to the Bachelor, Easter plans, and old movies. Will Shay ever stop watching When Harry Met Sally? What are the Besties' favorite household gadgets? Who made uncomfortable noises at a couples massage?! Erika also shares a Dateline-worthy story involving Sally Hepworth that will make you laugh and cringe all at the same time! Not to mention, it is birthday season for the Slaughter family! Erika is sharing all about how she plans to conquer birthday weekend and Easter all at the same time, while Shay is breaking decades of Easter traditions for bounce houses and BBQ. We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! ⁠https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098635/⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-most-dramatic-podcast-ever-with-chris-harrison/id1660482287 ⁠⁠https://www.all-clad.com/stainless-steel-slow-cooker-with-aluminum-insert-7-quart.html ⁠⁠https://www.dyson.com/vacuum-cleaners/cordless ⁠⁠https://www.netflix.com/title/81450827⁠ ⁠https://www.taylorswift.com/events/⁠ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the ⁠Mix and Match Mama⁠ blog and Erika Slaughter of ⁠A Little Bit of Everything⁠.

In today's episode, the Besties are really taking you behind the scenes of life as best friends! Besides tasting another interesting grocery store find, Erika and Shay are chatting about the most recent Bachelor season, a favorite Bible study, sunscreen application, and urinal etiquette. Yes, you read that correctly! Our random listener questions have us talking homework, travel, and bucket lists. Shay likes going to the OBGYN more than the dentist? Erika needs to put sunscreen where?! All of this and more is chatted about today! We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform! https://people.com/food/hidden-valley-van-leeuwen-release-ranch-ice-cream-at-walmart-taste-test/https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/living-room-series/ruth-loss-love-legacyhttps://www.lifeway.com/en/product/ruth-teen-girls-bible-study-book-P005837869https://parade.com/tv/who-wins-the-bachelor-2023-zach-spoilersThe Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Did the Besties just release a second episode in the same week?! Why, yes, they sure did! In today's episode, Erika and Shay are recapping their weekends, talking Vanderpump Rules drama, tasting some interesting treats and drinks, chatting about a new documentary and answering your listener questions! Birthdays and baby names are on the docket for today!  As always, we love feedback! Email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, and leave us a voicemail on the Anchor platform. And PLEASE leave us a lovely 5-star rating and review! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything. https://www.amazon.com/Slimming-Reducer-Lifting-Slimmer-Tightening/dp/B07TVP83TThttps://www.peepsbrand.com/product/party-cake-flavored-marshmallow-chicks/https://www.bigred.com/https://www.peepsbrand.com/product/hot-tamales-fierce-cinnamon-flavored-marshmallow-chicks/https://www.netflix.com/title/81396979https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-ep4-breaking-down-bravo/id1509081920?i=1000583796452

After a long, unavoidable break, the Besties are BACK with Season 4 of the Bestie Breakdown. Not only do we have a new season, but we have a new format! We are talking about all things pop culture, TV shows we are binging, interesting flavors of ice cream and easter candy, tracking our family members, and more! Not everything has changed though! We are still answering YOUR random listener questions. What is Shay's biggest insecurity? And why does Erika worry about her chin?! We are chatting about it all in this week's new episode!  We love feedback! Be sure to reach out via email at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, follow us and leave us a lovely rating, and review on your favorite podcasting platform!  https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2023/03/gisele-bundchen-cover-storyhttps://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/mh370-plane-that-disappeared-release-date-newshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt8749198/https://www.life360.com/https://www.peepsbrand.com/product/hot-tamales-fierce-cinnamon-flavored-marshmallow-chicks/https://vanleeuwenicecream.com/product/kraft-mac-and-cheese/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

It's the week before Thanksgiving and the Besties are BREAKING DOWN BLACK FRIDAY! From when/how they shop to what they buy, how's it changed over the years and whether or not they go in person or stay online, it's all in today's episode. Plus, Shay and Erika chat all things Thanksgiving from their plans this year, to what they're bringing to the meal, what they love and where they're eating. Shay does a deep dive into her wrapping paper woes, holiday cards and other topics that make give her holiday anxiety while Erika gives us an update on her home construction. In the Random Listener Questions, they cover their personal favorite podcasts, what they want for Christmas and spoons versus forks. It's all in one episode! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

It's time for a BESTIE CHAT! What causes Shay anxiety? What is Erika getting her kids for Christmas this year? Where are we hiding our presents and what in the world are we watching TV? It's all discussed today in our chat. As always, we love feedback! Email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, and leave us a voicemail on the Anchor platform. And PLEASE leave us a lovely 5-star rating and review! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Is it a guilty pleasure if you don't feel guilty...because the Besties definitely don't feel guilty for the pleasure that is the Bravo TV network! That's right! The Besties are Breaking Down Bravo! From Housewives past and present, to Vanderpump Rules, Summer House, Below Deck and Southern Charm, Erika and Shay are sharing their thoughts, opinions, hopes, and dreams for the franchises. They chat favorites and villains, Andy Cohen, Dallas Housewives, Bravo Con, and more! Will they go to Bravo Con next year? What dog did Shay meet? Who would be on their ultimate cast? Plus, a fun game of trivia and random listener questions about mom fails, temperatures, and movie roles. Friends, even if you don't watch Bravo, this is such a fun girlfriend chat! As always, we love feedback! Email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, and leave us a voicemail on the Anchor platform. And PLEASE leave us a lovely 5-star rating and review! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Would it be an episode of the Bestie Breakdown if there wasn't trouble in the recording studio? LOL! After a tumultuous experience with trying to record Episode 3, the Besties are back with a fabulous and fun game of Would You Rather? Erika and Shay are making tough choices about wishes, aging, music, movies, secrets, swapping husbands and kids, food, leftovers, and...community cans?! They are also feeling their ages based on the most commonly used emojis. And of course, YOUR listener questions about hometowns, friend fights, and skin care routines for their teen boys. As always, we love feedback! Please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, follow us and play along on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, and leave us a lovely 5-star rating and review! https://mixandmatchmama.com/ https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/ https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/six-of-one-and-half-a-dozen-of-the-other https://www.lbc.co.uk/news/10-emojis-that-make-you-look-old-and-out-of-touch-according-to-gen-z/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Guten tag! The Besties are back from an EPIC 40th birthday celebratory vacation at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany and are here to break it all down for you with their First Timer's Guide to Oktoberfest. From the planning of and travel days, to the history, tours, food and drinks, Erika and Shay are here to share their tips and tricks for having a fabulous, stress-free trip(*hint* head on over to Mix and Match Travel Agency!). Not only do they breakdown everything from the physical set-up of the festival to the clothing choices they were glad they made, the ladies also share their ideas for other things to do in Germany and if the festival is at all kid-friendly (it totally is!). And of course, those random listener questions! How long does it take the Besties (and their husbands) to get ready? What stores defined their childhoods? And what would their go-to karaoke song be? All of this and MORE is waiting for your listening pleasure on this week's episode. Reach out to us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, following us on Instagram @thebestbreakdown, catch up on our blogs, leave us a voicemail on Anchor, and please give us a lovely 5-Star rating and review! https://www.kz-gedenkstaette-dachau.de/en/https://www.oktoberfest.net/history-oktoberfest/https://www.dirndl.com/en/https://www.lederhosenstore.com/https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/29656/86872/?ba=MattSweatshirt https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kehlsteinhaus https://www.neuschwanstein.de/englisch/tourist/ https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/ https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

They are BACK! The greatly anticipated return of the Bestie Breakdown is FINALLY here for Season Three! Erika and Shay may be in a new studio space, but they are definitely the same besties...who communicate an inordinate number of times each day. The Besties are answering your listener questions, recapping summer, talking about some fall TV, and are checking in on New Year's resolutions, including an update on Shay's bladder! The ladies also deep dive into, well, being ladies...the good, the bad, and the ugly! It's a real, raw, unapologetically truthful episode on down there...a very popular episode request by so many of our listeners! Don't forget, they love to hear from you! Email them at the bestiebreakdown@gmail.com and follow them on Instagram at @thebestiebreakdown. You can also leave The Besties a voice memo on Anchor and you just might be featured on the podcast! Be sure to like and comment on Instagram for a chance to win a prize! And as always, please leave the ladies a lovely 5-star rating and review! Abbott Elementary: https://abc.com/shows/abbott-elementary Ted Lasso: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10986410/ Bladder sling: https://www.webmd.com/urinary-incontinence-oab/sling-surgery-incontinence Menstrual cup: https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/menstrual-cup Shaving: https://www.reference.com/world-view/football-players-shave-legs-4dc4ec792b6113e3 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Awww! It is the last episode of Season 2, and the Besties are breaking down the whole season! Erika and Shay are answering listener emails and messages from the past 20 episodes and are sharing key updates along the way. Shay keeps us in the loop on her texting situation, how organizing with a digital calendar is going , and most importantly, how her bladder situation is progressing. Erika is conquering her goal of reading less and is drowning in home renovation chaos...and laundry. Workouts, friendship, adoption, TV show updates and oodles more are recapped, as well as their hopes for season 3! Don't worry! They will be back! And they want to hear from YOU! Please let us know what you want more of next season! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. https://www.cozi.com/ Breaking Down the First Ten: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-11-breaking-down-the-first-ten/id1509081920?i=1000531582792 Breaking Down the First 20 with the Boys: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-20-breaking-down-the-podcast-by-the-boys/id1509081920?i=1000538320749 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-21-breaking-down-the-podcast-by-the-boys-part-2/id1509081920?i=1000539044215 Enneagram book: https://www.amazon.com/Enneagram-Beginners-Christian-Understanding-God-Centered/dp/0593196775 Texas Homecoming Mums: https://www.click2houston.com/features/2020/07/30/the-history-of-the-texas-homecoming-mum-and-how-the-tradition-came-to-be/ Julia: https://www.hbomax.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GYip0jQfJ7MPDDQEAAAAD Formula 1: https://www.netflix.com/title/80204890 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

By popular demand, the Besties are Breaking Down Blogging! Erika and Shay have been in the blogging world since 2007 and know a bit about being "influencers" in the space. Over the years, what started as a hobby has turned into fulfilling careers and created lasting connections and relationships. The besties have shared so much, including the ups and downs of infertility, motherhood, life, food, books, travel, fashion, marriage, faith, and how they manage it all! They break down their blogging histories, schedules, and how they outsource different parts of the space including the tech side. How do they deal with negativity and judgement? When do the besties plan to retire? What do they love about sharing their lives with the world? And what in the world is in Erika's roof??? And of course, some fantastic Random Listener Questions from YOU! They chat wedding dress regrets, managing mom friends and infertility, and dive in to how they plan vacations for themselves and their families. ! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. https://mixandmatchmama.com/ https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/ https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2012/02/tabs-guacamole/ Breaking Down Social Media: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-9-breaking-down-social-media/id1509081920?i=1000530150258 Breaking Down Friendship: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-4-breaking-down-friendship/id1509081920?i=1000526381217 Breaking Down Birth: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-13-breaking-down-birth/id1509081920?i=1000532961514 https://www.blogger.com/dashboard/reading Wall calendar: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Sky-2021-2022-Wirebound-107936-A22/dp/B08SBHN9FD?th=1 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

This week on the Bestie Breakdown, Erika and Shay are breaking down one of the most challenging and traumatic events of parenthood...POTTY TRAINING. From the wins to the many MANY fails, the girls are chatting all about the who, what, when, where, and hows of how they potty trained their own kids. Is Andrew as good at training kids as he is at training dogs? What stressed Erika out like nothing else? The Besties kept what in their cars?! If they could go back in time, what would they do instead? The ages, stages, laughter, tears and more is covered in this week's episode! And of course! Random Listener questions involving busy seasons, self-care, and Real Housewives! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. https://www.amazon.com/Crap-Potty-Training-Everything-Parenting/dp/1501122983 https://www.pampers.com/en-us/toddler/potty-training/article/potty-training-tips-step-by-step-potty-training https://www.parenting.com/toddler/potty-training/how-3-day-potty-training-method-works/ https://www.parenting.com/toddler/potty-training/how-3-day-potty-training-method-works/ https://bedwettingstore.com/collections/alarms https://alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/slaughters-in-mexico-swimming-with/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

By listener request, the Besties are back with an exciting new episode--Breaking Down Kids' Birthdays! As moms with 8 kids between them, the Besties have thrown a LOT of birthday parties. From parties at home, to parties at activities centers and restaurants, to resort days, hotels, birthday trips and more, Erika and Shay are sharing it all! Planning, people, invitations, party favors, choosing a budget, themes, decorations, and how much party planning has changed since that traditionally exciting first birthday! Not only are they breaking down their own kids' birthdays, but they are also reminiscing about their childhood birthday parties and are, of course, playing a fun game. And as always, Random Listener Questions from YOU! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Listener Question too. The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

It's one more week of Best of Besties! Due to our very fun Spring Break...and technical issues in our "studio" (a.k.a. Shay's kids' playroom!), we're sharing another "best of" episode from Season 2! This week, we go back to Episode 2 where the Besties break down traveling together! From big family trips to girls trips, couples trips, ski trips, Disney trips, road trips and more, they talk about everything from the logistics to how they split up the cost, decide where they're going, what they're doing, if they ever get tired of each other plus, they're also answering your questions about traveling with extended family and big groups of friends. All of your travel related questions are in this episode right here! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Hello, Spring Break! Shay and Erika are off with their families enjoying Spring Break, but they didn't want to leave you without an episode. This week, they are re-sharing one of this season's most popular episodes…TIME! They are answering all of YOUR questions about how they work from home, are involved with their kids, put food on the table, keep a clean house, and still have time for fun and relationships! They take a deep dive into work-life prior to working from home (and the jobs they had in high school), their favorite apps and tricks for planning the day, how they rely on others for help, and so much more! And as always, those reader questions have the Besties thinking all about the most random things like Starbucks orders, baby names, and favorite fast food favs! Don't forget to join our podcast book club! We are reading Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena and will be discussing it on an upcoming episode later this month. As always, please send us feedback @thebestiebreakdown on Instagram or email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com. And PLEASE leave us a lovely 5-star rating and review on you favorite podcast streaming platform! Amazon.com: Not a Happy Family: A Novel: 9781984880550: Lapena, Shari: Books Cozi Family Organizer | Must-Have App For Families The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

With spring sports and activities right around the corner, we are gearing up for the whirlwind season by Breaking Down Youth Sports! With 8 kids between them, Erika and Shay have a lot of experience with finding balance during the busy season and are sharing all of their tips, tricks, and lessons learned with you! From toddlers in soccer to middle schoolers in just about everything, the Besties have spent years figuring out how to manage schedules, school, meals, practices, games, and all the life that happens in between. What sports do the kids play now? What activities have they quit? How do the Besties manage to be in two places at once? Spoiler alert: they don't! Even though the scheduling can be hard, the Besties LOVE that their kids are busy with activities, but why? And of course, Random Listener Questions! We answer questions about bank accounts, pregnancy announcements, and reliving the high school years. If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. https://www.cozi.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-14-breaking-down-diet/id1509081920?i=1000533849542 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-16-breaking-down-time/id1509081920?i=1000535277242 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Friends, this episode of The Bestie Breakdown is going to make you want to squeeze into your old, wide-legged jeans and crop tops, heat up your hot rollers, tweeze your eyebrows (the thinner the better), turn on your Walkman, and pop open a pack up Dunkaroos! Today, Erika and Shay are breaking down...the '90s! Not only are they getting nostalgic with the movies, TV shows and music that shaped the decade (does it get better than '90s country and boy bands?), but also the fashion, sports, toys, and trends! Enjoy a trip to the past as you listen to the Besties share stories of beepers, Beanie Babies, the Macarena, and Lisa Frank. What '90s icon did Shay meet at Disney World? What did Oprah teach Erika? The kids STILL play what game? All of this and more is featured on this week's "bomb" episode! And don't forget our Random Listener Questions in which the Besties talk kids and the dinner table, their irrational fears, and "splurge" items they don't regret! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. http://gambiter.com/tabletop/Pogs.html https://us.mentos.com/cinnamon-14pc-roll https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112697/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1992_United_States_men%27s_Olympic_basketball_team https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoUmyY6CQRo https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-3-breaking-down-binge-watching/id1509081920?i=1000525579249 https://clearlycanadian.com/ https://tamagotchi.com/ https://www.sleepnumber.com/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100157/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Friends, for years, the Besties have been asked over and over (and over) again about their magical town of McKinney, TX. Since it has also become a hugely requested podcast topic, the Besties are finally BREAKING DOWN MCKINNEY! Home to the Besties for almost 16 years, McKinney, TX is an epicenter of food, culture, activity, parades, festivals, history, football and so much more! Erika and Shay are sharing their personal history with the gem of a city, how it has grown over the years, what makes it truly unique when compared to other cities in the Dallas/Forth Worth area, and the reasons it has kept it's charm in a world where things seem to change so quickly. From its musician mayor and frequent hot air balloon sightings, to the largest football stadium IN THE WORLD and its magical downtown square, McKinney is truly something special to experience and behold. It is a place that you want to start a business and want to raise your children, where you can walk to the grocery store and feel safe, and where you can find community with every step that you take. We LOVE McKinney! And of course...Random Listener Questions! Healthy lunch ideas, handling kids' vacation requests, and dating advice! They Besties even have a great suggestion for online dating for singles! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Reader Question too. https://www.mckinneytexas.org/ https://www.mckinneytexas.org/115/Downtown https://www.mckinneytexas.org/562/Events-Festivals https://dougandlyndas.com/ https://momandpopcorn.com/ https://spoonscafe.com/ https://www.yardtx.com/ https://www.stonebridgeranch.com/ https://www.mckinneyisd.net/stadium/ https://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/best-places/2012/snapshots/PL4845744.html https://www.instagram.com/kellyskornersingles/?hl=en The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Awwwww!! In honor of the quickly approaching "love day," the Besties are breaking down their 5th (or 6th) favorite holiday...Valentine's Day! Erika and Shay are sharing all about how they celebrate with not only their husbands, but also their kids and their girlfriends! From what they cook and how they do presents with the kids, to favorite movies and girlfriend gifts, the besties are sharing it all and reminiscing about Valentine's Days of the past! When did Erika stop dating guys with questionable names? How did the besties get engaged to their husbands? Why was Shay OBSESSED with chocolate covered strawberries at her wedding? All of these things and more are right here for your listening pleasure! And let's not forget those ever-popular Random Listener Questions! They talk favorite slow cooker recipes, best seasons of the Bachelor, and pets! Does Shay need another dog??? Of course she does!

In this busy world that we live in, is there anything more helpful than a good life hack? We don't think so! This week, the Besties are breaking down LIFE HACKS! Not only are they sharing their personal ways to save time and energy (an annoyance), but ones that YOU suggested as well! Erika and Shay learned so much from your suggestions and are happy to share! From the kitchen to the bedroom, from the apps on your phone to the toothbrush in your shower (wait, what?!), the Besties are sharing so many things that can help keep your days freer from the little tasks that eat up our time. Siran wrap hack? Thank goodness! Egg whites on sunburn? Yes, it is a thing! Shredding chicken in a mixer? That too! You put Splenda in what?! And would it even be a podcast with these ladies if we didn't talk about meat and cheese? Not only are we hacking our way through life, but we are answering YOUR listener questions and playing an ever entertaining "this or that" game where Shay talks about an epic skiing fall! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! https://officeladies.com/ https://whiskeyraiders.com/article/scotch-splenda-the-office-ladies/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

This episode of the Bestie Breakdown is pure MAGIC! Disney magic, that is! This week, the Besties are Breaking Down one of the MOST requested topics...Walt Disney World! Erika and Shay are sharing the origins, and the ins and outs, of Mix and Match Travel Agency which will be celebrating 10 years of planning vacations in June! Specifically, the ladies are diving into the world of that magical mouse and why you should ABSOLUTELY use the free concierge travel services that Mix and Match Travel offers! From dining, discounts, disabilities, Genie +, and transportation to young kids, big groups, couples, run Disney, parties, magical extras and more, the agents over at Mix and Match can take care of it all! For free! We chat about staying on property vs off, personalizing vacations for YOU, making touring plans, dealing with crowds, best times to go, ticket types, dining reservations, characters, and how it is totally possible to customize a Disney vacation for, well, ANYONE! The Besties also play a fun This or That game that is bound to have you playing along too! And of course...Random Listener Questions! Do we weigh ourselves? How do we deal with fashion and motherhood? How many kids was the hardest and the ever-important question... toilet paper roll over or under? If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! You can also leave us voice memos on Anchor to be featured as a Random Listener Question too. http://www.thebiblerecap.com/ https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-13-breaking-down-birth/id1509081920?i=1000532961514 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

It might be a new year, but the same besties are BACK with another fun episode full to the brim of laughter, memories, and goals for 2022! Erika and Shay are breaking down New Year Resolutions, resolutions of years past, setting obtainable goals for the family, playing fun rounds of "This or That," and so much more! Who made a resolution to perfect a handstand? Who only texts with their index finger? Who only sets reasonable goals? Is Jeffrey Dean Morgan better than meat? Who can help Shay with her bladder?!?! And of course, Random Reader Questions where we chat baby books and hostess gifts! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! https://www.cozi.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-27-breaking-down-holiday-gifting/id1509081920?i=1000544193692 https://www.amazon.com/Belly-Laughs-Naked-Pregnancy-Childbirth/dp/0738210072 https://www.amazon.com/What-Expect-When-Youre-Expecting/dp/0761187480 https://www.amazon.com/Happiest-Block-Revised-Updated-Second/dp/0553393235 https://www.amazon.com/Girlfriends-Guide-Pregnancy-Vicki-Iovine/dp/141652472X The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

'Tis the season, friends! Today, the Besties are breaking down Holiday Gifting! If you're ready for some Christmas cheer, look no further than right here! From their favorite holiday movies to when they wrap, they cover more than just gifting. It's a full hour of Christmas fun including both Shay and Erika's favorite gifts to give each year in all categories: teachers, grandparents, kids, babysitters, hubbies and more! Grab your peppermint mocha, turn on the fire, cuddle under a blanket and enjoy! It's Christmas time on The Bestie Breakdown! For more information on the gifts mentioned in today's episode, please visit each of their blogs: Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything. We wish all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! The next new episode will be airing Tuesday, January 18, 2022. The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Besties! As we spend this week enjoying our family, we thought we'd share a BEST OF THE BESTIES episode with you! We are revisiting Season 2 Episode 4 BREAKING DOWN FRIENDSHIP in honor of so many Friendsgivings out there this holiday season. If you missed this episode before, we hope you enjoy it today! We chat all things friendship. From our families to yours, wishing you the happiest and healthiest Thanksgiving! We'll see you back here next week for a brand new episode! The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

Today on the Bestie Breakdown, we are talking all about one of our most requested podcast topics...Girlfriend Parties! This was such a special episode to record because our girlfriends are so near and dear! We are breaking down the three annual gatherings we have with our other besties: our annual Recipe Exchange, our annual Scarf Exchange, and our annual Favorite Things Party! We are sharing everything from the who, what, when and where, to the invitations, the party favors, the food, the drinks, the prizes, how things have changed over the years, and how each party came to be a such special part of our lives! We encourage you to try to start annual traditions with your people! Friendships take WORK, but moments like these are magic! We are also answering YOUR questions, not only about girlfriend parties, but also about new skills we would love to learn (should the Besties take up tennis???), our favorite potluck dishes, whether or not we read each other's blogs, and our favorite pizza toppings! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have read er questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2016/12/cream-cheese-caramel-surprise/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2016/12/five-days-fabulous-day-4-plus-recipe-exchange/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2019/09/scarf-exchange-2019/ https://www.amazon.com/TOCESS-Clips-Nonslip-Strong-Available/dp/B0817QLT89/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1https://mixandmatchmama.com/2017/11/five-days-fabulous-annual-recipe-exchange/https://mixandmatchmama.com/2015/12/sheaffers-pineapple-casserole/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2017/11/saucy-cranberry-meatballs/https://www.alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/2017/03/friday-favorites-favorite-things-party.htmlhttps://mixandmatchmama.com/2012/11/dinner-tonight-sausage-tortellini-soup/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K5Y78QD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

This week, on the Bestie Breakdown, we are diving deep into the book The Girls in the Stilt House by Kelly Mustian! Not only are we chatting all about the plot, the characters, the things we liked (and didn't), but we are also sharing so many thoughts and opinions from YOU! Didn't read the book? You should STILL LISTEN!!! The Besties have so much fun breaking down Thanksgiving favorites (food, activities, movies, and more), Andrew's training plan for the Besties, taking pets to the bathroom, and transitioning from teaching to being a stay-at-home mom. They even have a LIVELY debate about laundry detergent

Grab your tissues! Your heart is about to break in the very best of ways! This week on The Bestie Breakdown, we are breaking down ADOPTION! This is Part 1 of MANY adoption podcast episodes and, once you listen, you will understand why! Erika and Shay are sharing their reasons for adoption, the process, the timeline, the highs and lows, and the emotions of it all! Shay climbs on so many important soapboxes and Erika is emotional in ways that only adoption can make her feel. You don't have to be called to adopt to learn something from this podcast episode. You can support adoption, adoptees, people who adopt, the foster care system, etc in so many ways, and we are talking about it all! We hope you walk away with a little more knowledge of adoption and the system, and maybe even a little tug on your heart to see if adoption is right for you. Adoption might come from brokenness, but it truly is the most amazing and impactful process you can imagine. And, as always, Random Reader Questions! Ranging from favorite places to eat in the Dallas area, food we won't eat at all, first cars, Harry Potter, and more! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! https://mixandmatchmama.com/posts/adoption/ https://www.alittlebitofeverythingblog.com/search/label/Adoption https://cafo.org/orphansunday/ https://joetgarcias.com/ https://javiers.net/ https://www.micocina.com/ The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

The spooky season is upon us and the Besties are feeling festive! This week, we are breaking down HALLOWEEN!! This episode is fun, light and full Halloween stories, traditions and memories! Shay and Erika are chatting about favorite costumes, candy, movies, music, food, preparation, and so much more! That time Erika was a plastic Barbie? A debate over “chunking” things? “This or That” candy edition? It is all right here!! And of course, Random Reader Questions in which the Besties talk all about traveling for the holidays, their sleep numbers, and Shay's new Hydrow rowing machine! We recorded this podcast BEFORE we decided to push back the date of the book club per listener requests! We will be chatting all about The Girls in the Stilt House on 11/09!!! If you love us, please follow us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, if you have reader questions, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com and we love positive reviews! Please listen, love us and give us a great rating! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2015/10/spooky-spaghetti/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2013/10/dinner-tonight-ghoul-ash/ https://mixandmatchmama.com/2015/10/brunswick-stew/ https://www.amazon.com/Girls-Stilt-House-Novel-ebook/dp/B08BW4HY5C/ref=nodl_ https://hydrow.com The Bestie Breakdown is brought to you by Shay Shull of the Mix and Match Mama blog and Erika Slaughter of A Little Bit of Everything.

This week on the Bestie Breakdown, the boys are back

Back by popular demand…THE BOYS! That's right! You asked, we delivered! The boys are here to break down the first 20 episodes and they are getting personal! From fun things like Chick-Fil-A orders, college diets, first jobs, and Botox to more serious topics including infertility, adoption, and birth, the boys are sharing it ALL. And as usual, are pretty unfiltered

Shay Shull from Mix and Match Mama and Erika Slaughter from A Little Bit of Everything are back today with the most dramatic podcast episode ever! Have you ever wondered what The Bachelor is like behind the scenes? What are producers like? How much time do people actually spend together? Who is in charge of styling, hair, and make-up? How “real” is reality TV? What is Chris Harrison like? Do you actually get to eat during the hometown dinner??? The Besties are Breaking Down the Bachelor (in particular, Sean Lowe) this week per listener request and are sharing everything from their behind scenes experiences. (YES! Erika was there at one point too!) Shay shares why she originally nominated Sean for the Bachelorette, how the two shows were SO different to watch, what the wedding was like, why Catherine is Sean's perfect match, why she wore pajamas on national TV, and SO much more (including why she does NOT watch anymore)! And of course, we have some excellent Random Reader Questions about traveling to Hawaii, Disney World, and so much more! We would love to hear from you! Reach out at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com, message us on Instagram @thebestiebreakdown, or leave us a voice message on Anchor! Enjoyed the episode? Please leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating and lovely review over on your favorite podcast streaming platform! https://mixandmatchmama.com/2011/11/dinner-tonight-bbq-casserole/ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chosen_(TV_series) https://mixandmatchmama.com/?s=The+bachelor https://mixandmatchtravelagency.com

Katie, Certified Child Life Specialist interviews Shay Shull from Mix & Match Mama. Shay is a cookbook author, lifestyle blogger, travel agency owner, wife and mama who loves making every day special for my family. Shay is mom to four kids and she and her husband live in McKinney, Texas. Today, we talk about her daughter Ashby and how their family copes with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS). Ashby is one of her adopted children from China and has had over 22 surgeries since joining their family. She describes how: *Learning to navigate the intimidating healthcare system took time *Ashby’s optimistic attitude helps her implement coping skills to deal with pain *Their family was blessed with this sweet girl who has in turn prompted other families to adopt from China You can follow Shay on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Child Life On Call is a community of parents and professionals that share ideas, stories and resources to help YOU navigate your child’s unique experiences. We give you strategies to support yourself and your family through life’s challenges. We are so glad you are here. Child Life On Call | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Kids, crazy schedules, running a business, cooking, coordinating family activities, volunteer work and allowing time for some self-care, fun and relaxation. How is a woman supposed to fit it all in? For years, readers have been inspired by popular blogger and cookbook author, Shay Shull. This busy mama and business woman seems to do it all and in this podcast she reveals HOW she gets it all done! The secret lies in prioritizing self care, having some great routines and other mom hacks. If you are a busy mom, then this is a podcast you don't want to miss! You can connect with Shay Shull at www.mixandmatchmama.com or on social media @mixandmatchmama. And friend, if you are feeling like your health is spinning out of control and you are looking for a health coach for that personalized plan of action; I would be honored to support you. Book a 1 hour virtual coaching session at https://www.inspirehealthyharmony.com/coaching.html#/ __________________________________ Today's Guest: Shay Shull Shay is a popular lifestyle blogger and travel agency owner who, when not having fun with her four kids, can be found in the kitchen. For over thirteen years, Shay has been bringing recipes and lifestyle segments to her website mixandmatchmama.com. As the author of six cookbooks, Shay has been featured on Today, QVC, Home and Family and Fox and Friends. __________________________________ I'm Jennifer Pickett, your host, your health coach and your friend. If you are done with feeling tired and uninspired. Frustrated because your health and your life feels out of control. Defeated from the diet culture. Resentful from the unrealistic expectations. If you are limited on time, resources and overwhelmed with an already too full schedule; then you have come to the right place! As a Dietitian turned Functional Medicine Health Coach, I provide women with a strategic framework to transform their health….body, mind and soul! Are you ready for something different? Armor up, warrior!! Your health and happiness is on the line. It’s time to live confidently in intentional harmony! Check out www.inspirehealthyharmony.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inspirehealthyharmony/message

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Happy Birthday America! On this special 4th of July episode of Mommies Tell All, Carly and Jade present never heard before birth stories from some of our favorite guests!  You’ll hear from Shay Shull, Megan Schneider and Bekah Martinez! Jade on Instagram  Carly on Instagram  Shay on Instagram Bekah M on Instagram Follow Reviver Jewelry  Visit Reviver Jewelry Listen to Carly’s Album “Dream Train” here  Thanks to our sponsors: Better Help Third Love - https://www.thirdlove.com/mommies Arm & Hammer Cloud Control Cat Litter

We get a fun recap of Jade, Tanner and Emerson’s trip to Italy and then The Mommies and Shay Shull talk about international adoptions and you’ll get some great tips on traveling with toddlers!

Do you ever wonder how it seems certain moms seem to be able to get it all done, but do they really?  How do they stay fit, cook, work and do other things? This episode will inspire you on how a mom of 4 gets stuff done and here is the secret, you have to say "no" to certain things! You can do anything but not everything. Today Shay Shull of Mix and Match Mama joins us on the Mom Inspired Show. We talk about her infertility journey and how she decided to adopt from China. She shares with us how there are 150 million orphans worldwide and 40 million of them are in China and mainly girls!  If you are thinking of adoption this will be encouraging even if you are doing domestic or international. She shares her passion and tips for traveling and how she is able to travel with 4 kids! We chat about jet lag and how to overcome that esp. with kids. We talk about that traveling can sometimes be challenging but its also so much fun. So if you have been nervous to travel with kids esp. overseas this will be such a great episode to inspire you to take your kids over the ocean and experience new cultures. Shay tells us about her new slow cooker cookbook. Why she feels its so great to be able to throw everything in the crockpot at 8am and have dinner done by the time everyone gets home from school and work. Let's go to the Show! You can now listen to the Mom Inspired Show on Spotify!  Let's chat about your vacation plans and how I can help you! You have been hearing  me talk a lot about travel and I am so passionate about helping families create memories through intentional travel planning. I know its summer time and it might not even be on your radar but Fall travel and Christmas Break is just around the corner. It's a perfect time to go to Disney,  Mexico, or a Caribbean cruise.  If you don't yet have plans for those school breaks, I invite you to set up an appointment with me! Its completely free, both the for the consultation call so that we can talk about what your plans are, what your dreams are and put them into action and also its completely free to you to use my services to allow me to come along side and help you make these plans a reality. So to book your time with me go to Mominspiredshow.com/contactus  or you can you email me at ambersandberg@hkluxurytravel.com Travel Tip of the week: Did you know that Bermuda is only a 2 hour or less flight from New York?   Guest Contact Info: mixandmatchmama.com Twitter: @MixandMatchMama       

My guest for The Happy Hour #157 is Catherine Lowe. You may recognize her from a little show called The Bachelor. Catherine met and fell in love with her now husband, Sean Lowe, on season 17. Millions (self included) tuned in to watch them tie the knot on national television in 2014. They now live in Dallas with their adorable son, Samuel.  On today's show, Catherine and I visit in person and cover so very much. We cover all things related to The Bachelor - how she was casted, her journey of falling in love and getting engaged while the world watched. She gives some behind-the-scenes scoop - like how you might find some of the women doing Bible studies, instead of running around in their tiny bikinis. But, somehow, that kind of drama doesn't make the final cut. Catherine shares about how difficult it was transitioning from finally being publicly engaged to watching her fiancé dance on Dancing with the Stars. You'll love hearing her story of following Jesus, after Sean made an 11th hour visit to her hotel room the night before he proposed. As a bonus, we also talk TV and movies, and what it's like to have an angel for a mother-in-law. You are not going to want to miss this show. {You can listen to the showHERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Lowe Co. Shay Shull on The Happy Hour #82 and The Happy Half Hour #28 Fellowship Church Connect with Catherine Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Sponsors Spice Islands // Winc // Away // Education a la Carte

My guest for The Happy Half Hour #28 is Shay Shull. Shay is a cookbook author, blogger, world traveler, baseball lover and mom to four. With her husband, Andrew, they live in McKinney, TX, where they each own their own businesses, drink way too much coffee and argue over whose baseball team is superior (she loves the Sox, he's a Yankee fan). Shay's passionate about food, family, faith, travel and adoption. Shay was on The Happy Hour exactly one year ago for episode #82. If you missed that show, make sure to catch up here. Since then, she and her husband have adopted another baby and she's written a second cookbook: Mix-and-Match Mama Kids in the Kitchen. In our chat today, we talk about the latest goings on of the Shull family, resolving that we should catch up more than once a year. Shay shares her newest obsession - her Sleep Number bed. And she answers what she'd like her legacy to be, the advice she loves to give out and where she'd love to live for a year. I know you'll love catching back up with Shay. Make sure to keep an eye out for her on the next Sleep Number Bed campaign. {You can listen to the showHERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Shay's Cookbooks: Mix-and-Match Mama Eats + Mix-and-Match Mama Kids in the Kitchen Sleep Number Bed Gossip Girl Music from Jason Poe Connect with Shay Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Sponsor: PrepDish Prep Dish is a healthy subscription-based meal planning service. When you sign up, you'll receive an email every week with a grocery list and instructions for prepping your meals ahead of time. After a couple of hours on the weekend, you'll have all of your meals ready for the entire week. You'll save time and have some amazingly delicious meals like Smoky Paprika Chicken Legs with Roasted Carrots, Parsnips & Fennel or Turkey & Zucchini Lasagna. Allison is offering listeners one month for just $4! You can't beat it. Check out PrepDish for this amazing deal! Use code: happyhour

Hosts Mofi and Tiese share their highlights of the week. Shoutout to fellow Bachelor podcasters, Rosecast. Shay Shull's Mixandmatchmama blog, Music by Sebastian Kole & Ed Sheeran. La La Land giving all the feels, & thoughts on the Women's March. Learn more about Coldest Night Of the Year & donate to Mofi's team at https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/FundraisingPage.aspx?registrationID=3672024&langPref=en-CA . Subscribe & Rate on iTunes. Twitter: @ourfavepods Mofi: @msbadmos Tiese: @tiiese | samefootprints.com Intro & Outro music: "My Favorite Things" © 1965 Julie Andrews --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jamie talks with Shay Shull about infertility, adoption, Disney cruises, Netflix passions, that time her brother was on The Bachelor and so much more!