Sept. 27th, 2021 – In this hot takes episode, the girls start out be sharing why they had taken down the 1st season of the podcast… and why they put it back up. What do you do when you find a new podcast? Start from the beginning or pick a newer-random one? The girls share their dream vacation home spots and Sarah then dives into a rant about why she hates to cook. Sharing an experience she had recently where she spent a ton of money on a meal and no one ate it (eyeroll!). They then spend the bulk of the episode talking about the Gabby Petito case. What’s happened as of recording on 9.20.21 and what their opinions are. They speculate and share some (maybe) unpopular opinions before ending with the week’s hits and misses. Sarah sharing her win of configuring all the smart TV’s in her house and Lauren’s miss of literal misses.
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HOT TAKES: Vacation Homes, Cooking Problems & the Gabby Petito Case
Happy Wednesday! We got a lot of requests for the chore charts I showed on Instagram – so here you go! A free download that you can use for your family.
But first, a little overview of how we’ve been using them successfully in my home…
Each child has their own, personalized Daily Chore Chart. In the version I’ve provided, you can write your child’s name on the top-right of the paper and then list the chores along the left-hand side.
Here’s How We Use the Daily Chore Chart
Each morning, my kids have 3 chores to do before school or tv/play on the weekends. Those are:
Make Bed
Brush Teeth
a little task around the house
These are things that each child is responsible for in the morning and something that I feel like they can do successfully. We hang these charts on the wall outside of their bedrooms so they can check them off throughout the week. (And they find SO MUCH satisfaction out of crossing off the days!)
The Daily Chore Chart, customized for each child.
The first chore each child is asked to do each day is make their bed!
Sarah’s 6 year old boy has taken to it the most
The Family Chore Chart is used to do family chores around the house… or chose that we all benefit from. I rotate these out from week to week depending on the needs of our home. Some of my common house chores are:
Unloading the dishwasher
Loading the dishwasher
Checking the mail
Taking out the trash
Checking the dog’s food/water
Walking the dog
Vacuuming the family room
(Just to name a few!)
A Couple More Tips:
So, feel free to download these and use them for your family! They’re pretty flexible and can be used for a variety of ages. xo – Sarah
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Sept. 20th, 2021 – In this episode, the girl start out with how they could never go back from wide leg jeans. Sarah laughed as she tried on a pair of skinny jeans recently and how could we?! They continue with some some fun chat about Bennifer 2.0 then dive into the subject of Lauren’s being without her husband for the last few days. The women thought it would be therapeutic and productive to discuss how to handle when dad is away. They recognize many women do parenting on their own every day and really admire their ability and strength. But for them specifically, it can be an “out of the norm” situation when their spouse is gone – so chat about some ways to pass the time and survive! (And of course they get in a little rant here and there, ha!) They also chat about the balance of his and her time and what they’ve seen in their marriages. They close out the show with their hits and misses – Sarah sharing that she’s starting waxing again and Lauren with a successful parent teacher conference.
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Sept. 13th, 2021 – In this episode, the girls give some great direction on how to conduct family meetings in your home. Sounds so official and hard but really it’s just some good ideas on how to outline some alone time with kids and have those important check-in’s. From family meetings and schedules, to child checkups, they remind us how important it is to see how they’re individually feeling. They also talk about checking in with your marriage (or having a couple counsel) and how important it Is to make sure each other’s needs are being met. If you’re not already doing so, it’s a great idea to have a family unit feel united and understood by each other. They wrap up the episode with their hit and misses – Lauren sharing big news about signing up for a half marathon. She chats about training and her fears of the run. Sarah then shares her mess of losing another credit card and both ladies laugh at the mom fail of losing important things.
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Aug. 30th, 2021 – This week the ladies kick off the convo with a funny rant about boys and their bathroom habits. Sarah shares a funny oberservation she made the other night and they talk about all the spills, smells & toilet seat mishaps. They then dive into their fashion style and share some fun mormories of how it’s developed over the years. Each describes their own personal style today and they laugh at how it’s evolved over the past 10 years. This talk of retail therapy leads to a commitment they’re making to do a NO SPEND SEPTEMBER – or a spending freeze during the month of September for non-essential items. Interested in joining?! DM us on IG!
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Aug. 16th, 2021 – This week the ladies are breaking down some common sense solutions to real-life crazy scenarios that can be life threatening. You think you know how to react, but do you?? They cover topics like getting a flat tire, finding a dead body, your child is choking, getting brought in by police, and many others! It’s a fun and 100% honest take on some of life’s craziest situations.
Aug. 9th, 2021 – This week the ladies are getting techy and sharing the fixes to your most common technology problems. We all have them and it’s these things that can really be frustrating and cause your home to not run as well. Sarah breaks down solutions to the most common problem in these areas: your phone, your computer, your internet and emails! This episode is packed with information so make sure to save it for future reference! They finish up with their hits and misses of the week. Including Sarah’s new sleeping position and Lauren’s story involving a ‘rat’!
Aug. 2nd, 2021 – This week, the ladies sit down for a hot takes episode sounding off on a handful of things. They kick off with a funny conversation about Sarah visiting IKEA recently and then they share what they’ve been up to this summer and school plans. Sarah shares an update on her puppy dachshund and they finish up with their hits and misses of the week. Including Lauren’s major passport drama and a shocking experience Sarah saw on a recent Southwest Airlines flight.
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Jul. 19th, 2021 – This week, the ladies kickoff the show breaking down Instagram. You may have noticed they haven’t been as present there this summer and wanted to clear the air with their perspective & intention with social media. They share some raw feels on the gram and how they want to feel true to the podcast and their time as busy moms. They then dive into a talk about prioritizing vacation without the kids. If that’s with your spouse, couples or a girls trip – it can be so beneficial to your mental health and efficiency at home. Though it does take a little planning ahead at times (for time off or because of the budget), you will be so glad you did! Both ladies share how they make it happen each year and how they are always surprised by how many women don’t travel sans kids. They share their favorite getaways to-date and give the listener lots of ideas to consider. For the week’s hits and misses, Sarah shares a funny foot-in-mouth moment on the school text thread and Lauren’s hit that involves an update on Gus (the dog!).
Jul. 5th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies sit down together after a brief hiatus and have a big chat about PMS! Though touched on here and there they’ve never had a complete episode about PMS (shocker, right?!) As women, they vent on all the many challenges and annoyances of our cycle! And what a big bother PMS can be. They also laugh at how their husbands prep and guard themselves when it’s that time of the month. Sarah shares her experience with a new hormone doctor and figuring out her balance. You’ll hear how she’s amazed how much better she feels and encourages women to find answers if things feel extreme. They close out with their hits and misses of the week – Lauren’s hit of a recent girls trip! And Sarah’s miss that involves her new puppy and tampons (yikes!).
Jun. 14th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies sat down with THE BABYWISE MOM (aka Valerie Plowman from Chronicles of a Babywise Mom or babywisemom.com)!! If you’ve been here long enough, then you know that this woman saved Sarah’s sleep issues more than once. She’s referred to her many times over our podcast! They break down the basic outline of Babywise and how it can grow with your family. And how it’s much more than just a ‘sleep program’ for the early years. Sarah and Lauren ask all the nitty gritty questions that every early mom struggles with. From cry it out to sound machines, her troubleshooting tips on how to make your kids strong sleepers! They also ask “When is too late to start?” “Can it work with every child?” About independent playtime and have an in-depth discussion about nighttime anxieties. They also chat about how and when to extend bedtimes as your children age. Babywise is a lot more than just sleep. It’s a great structure for obedience and order within your home – so much to learn for any mama.
Make sure to checkout Valerie’s blog at www.babywisemom.com for all the resources you could ever need, specifically her Blog Index where it breaks it down by topic.
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Jun. 14th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies have one of their most intriguing chats to date; talking about all things supernatural! The conversation kicks off when Lauren mentions a recent 60 Minutes episode that she saw where they featured a story on UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena). This prompted the ladies to take a deep dive into UFO sightings and share the eeriest stories they’ve heard to date. Lauren shares an alien experience that happened in Northern Arizona that went on to be a Hollywood movie and then Sarah shares 2 real-life ghost stories that she came across lately. They then share an absolutely indisputable story of reincarnation that literally gave them full body chills! What do you think? Is there other life out there? Are UFO’s a real thing? They close the episode with the week’s hits and misses. Sarah’s hit of getting a dog trainer and Lauren’s miss of her chronic neck pain.
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Jun. 7th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies are all talking about SURVIVING vs. THRIVING, in life, parenting & especially summer break! They dive into a few funny convos off the cuff that involve 911 dispatchers and game show TV (you know how that goes!) The ladies then share a few tips on how to make this summer a thriving success for your family. So you’re not just in survival mode each day. They offer ideas on how to manage expectations of summer and really make it memorable. Summer is an exhausting but special time as a family. They encourage the listener to not compare yourself to others, stop sweating the small stuff & find a routine that works for you. They close with their hits and misses of the week; Lauren sharing that Disneyland has opened to out-of-state visitors and is so excited. Sarah shares her miss regarding her daughter’s dance schedule for next year and it’s just an all-around fun chat!
May 24th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies welcome back friend of the show, Elise Hunter and have a great conversation on the power of empowering one another as women. Elise shares how she grew up feeling confident to try new things with the support of her parents and how her husband really encouraged her to branch into the DIY projects she was so passionate about (spoiler alert: she’s now an IG DIY-er who is just blowing up!). They talk about how easy it can be to get trapped in the COMPARITIVE mindset (especially when social media is involved). This moves into a discussion on how social media has changed over the years and how we have to be mindful as we use it – and really figure out how we want it to work for us. Elise shares a social media study that she had read which talks about how it was beneficial when people were actually engaging and (shocker!) being social! The women then chat about how they want to empower their daughters to do whatever they set their minds to – and the important lesson to not give up just because things seem hard. It’s a heartfelt discussion meant to build up all women.
May 17th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies are recording live from Orlando, Florida on one incredible family vacation. Hosted by Universal Orlando, Lauren and Sarah’s families have had the amazing opportunity to see both theme parks – Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. They kick off the show breaking down a vacation compared to a family trip (you know the difference 😉!) and how they may need a vacation from their vacation but have made some pretty amazing memories this last week. They dive into flying with children and some ways to help make it a bit more smooth! Screens always help, and some airlines are offering their own games and movie options with wifi! Lauren attempted a red eye with her family and found that it worked great for her family adjusting to the time difference! Be sure to account for jet lag with your kids. Sarah likes to keep her kids with a bedtime routine to reduce any overtired cranky kids. Sarah then shares how she loves a good hotel experience, and they spend a few minutes comparing Airbnb to a hotel stay! Lauren’s kids love staying at a hotel too, something so exciting about it. The Mom Voice stayed at the newly opened Endless Summer Resort Dockside that they were very happy with! Especially, the amenities and budget friendly prices. They share many details worth checking out, like the market, suites, pool and more. The ladies then shift into theme park specific tips. They share how the heat can take a toll especially with masks and how you can handle it! Suggesting fans and spray bottles, light clothing and checking your weather report. Sarah has a 4 year old and chose to bring a stroller and Lauren has 5 year old and chose not to. Having a stroller is super helpful with carrying bags and tired kids but also another thing to worry about. Consider what will help your family. They continue to break down great things about the Universal theme parks, like favorite must do’s (express pass, butter beer, the helpful app and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!) They were wowed with the immersive experience and rides. Their kids bought wands and loved making spells through out. So much to fit into one episode. They close out with their hits and misses of the week, Sarah was so proud she went on the big coaster with her daughter and Lauren loved their sit down lunch at the park as a family. The women and their families are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with Universal Orlando and hope you enjoy this episode!
May 10th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies are sitting down again with Jade Bennett to chat about relocating a family and making a smooth transition when moving. Jade recently relocated from family from Arizona to Utah (during COVID) and is an open book about her experience. She shares how her children took the news and how the different ages of her children processed the change. She touches on how it affected their family bond and strengthened their relationships. Jade shares great tips on where to start to make your house feel like home; specifically naming the very first thing she does. The girls then spend some time chatting design and home decor – talking about colors, themes and ‘disposable’ furniture. Jade then wraps up the chat by sharing how to make new ‘mom’ friends – and what a challenge that can be (especially during a pandemic!).
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Apr. 26th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies sit down with organizational guru, Jen Martin of Reset Your Nest. Jen has created and built a business over the last year focused on how to organize those weak spots in your home. We asked all the questions for yoU! From the right bins, to labelers, to problem areas & junk drawers. We even got a few listener questions answered! This topic might be a little tricky when you don’t have a visual, but Jen does a great job giving us the play-by-play of how to set up an ideal space. Lauren and Sarah ask many questions, including “how do we maintain it with little kids?” and Jen gives some unique ideas! She shares how to do a spice drawer, and some of her favorite products and bins. The ladies hope you take away some ideas and motivation to tackle that neglected spot in your house – making it more functional and productive space.
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Apr. 19th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies share some important safety tips for the car! The Mom Voice breaks down all the laws & guidelines for various ages and car seats. We think we know – but things are changing all the time. From the federal guidelines to state laws, they break it all down. Things are different from state to state but we clarify our Arizona laws for what ages infants can turn around to face forward, when toddlers need to be in car seats and when those older kiddos can move to the front seat. A great reminder to check your family’s travel situation. They also offer some tips on how to avoid vehicular heatstroke. Sharing how we should never leave children in the car especially in these hot summer months. It’s a tragedy that can be prevented and a discussion to have with anyone that watches your children. Here in Arizona, it’s a huge risk in the summer so they share a reminder to just make sure you’re on top of it. They close the show with their hits and misses of the week. Lauren sharing a big upcoming opportunity for the podcast in Florida and Sarah’s miss of feeling “off”.
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The 2021 Guide for Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Car
Apr. 15th, 2021 – In this episode, the girls fly in with another mini episode, that’s all over the board! They kick off with Lauren’s wild night out where she ended up getting a second hole in her ears. Even though she’d been thinking on it, she still can’t believe she went for it. And of course Sarah’s babysitter cancelled at the last minute so she wasn’t there (don’t you hate when the sitter falls through?!) Sarah shares that her middle child is turning 6 this week, and how old and official that feels. Lauren shares a thought she discussed with her sister, that we should never suppress a generous thought. They chat about how women are in tune to nurturing others and how we should encourage each other to follow our intuition; reaching out and showing kindness to others. You never know what a little love can do. Sarah shares off the cuff examples of how’s she’s helped some elderly people in the last few days, and it actually has them dying laughing by the end of the show. Go show some love to someone who may need it!
Apr. 12th, 2021 – In this episode, the ladies share a lovely sit down with Kayti Oldham of The Beyouty Bureau. They chat all things makeup and how important it is to find a skincare and makeup routine that embraces your individual beauty. They open up with Kayti sharing what got her into the beauty industry and why she has so much fun playing with different looks (spoiler: it didn’t come until after she was a mother!). She empowers women to feel good in their own skin whether it includes makeup or not – just finding what you’re comfortable with. She shares some ideas of what go-to’s to have in the car and her thoughts on microblading & lash extensions! (You may be shocked to hear them!). They end with Kayti sharing her favorite beauty products – both high end & drugstore favorites. This is a fun, uplifting chat, encouraging each mama to feel and look her very best (whatever that is!).
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