Hello Friends! We are Ashley & Josh. Just two parents raising a little weirdo, out here just doing our dang best. We created this podcast as a way to be that "village" that everyone talks about. We are by no means experts, and we don't have much advice. Our goal is to create a judgement free community that understands that kids are weird, and parenting is hard. We offer a raw view of Parenthood, and not gonna lie, we're funny af. We hope to make you laugh along with us, cry along with us, and make you feel like you're not alone in this crazy roller coaster ride called parenting.
A lighter episode topics after a few heavier episodes. Every trip to Disney comes with crazy stories to tell and our latest trip was no exception. Laugh and maybe cry along with us as Ashley retells all about the shenanigans she faced going to Disney without Josh. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
We've talked a lot about maternal mental health on this podcast. But for the first time ever, we're talking about paternal mental health. A topic that is vastly overlooked. Join us for Josh's first time taking the lead as we have an open and honest conversation about Father's and their mental health. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
A heavier episode topic for us this week, but unfortunately something we just went through. In this week's episode we tackle (IMO) the hardest part of parenting- parenting through really tragic & traumatic shit. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
For those of you who had sick kids this Christmas, we salute you. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Hello friends!!! We are BACK, baby!!!! We definitely owe you an explanation on why we disappeared for the last 8 months, so we're here to provide you with one. It's also time for you to meet our new co-host, Josh! Thank you for sticking with us throughout 2023. Here's hoping 2024 brings no unexpected hiatuses. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Hey friends! So sorry to disappear on you all (again). Life is just crazy and as we always say, we're just out here doing our dang best. That being said, we have a new episode for you and it's alllll about picky eating! We now both have picky eaters, and it's quite the wild ride. Kids are WEIRD when it comes to food. Like, it makes no logical sense most of the time. Join us as we talk all things picky eating! Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
We're talking nakedness and modesty this week. Taking on weird questions like "is it a problem to change our kids in front of another child", or "when is the appropriate age to stop showering with our children?" To be honest, we both tend to follow our kid's lead when it comes to them wanting privacy, and for now, that works for us! As the great RuPaul says, "We're born naked, and the rest is drag". Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Have you missed us? We know we left ya'll hanging and gave no explanation or warning and then just fell off the face of the planet for the last few months but! I promise we had good (or not so good) reasons as to why. So, please, let us explain. We've missed you. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
***Due to a technical error, you might be seeing this episode for the second time! It was accidentally uploaded to the wrong date, and a lot of people had missed out on seeing it was new, so we wanted to re-publish it so more of our audience could hear it. Our apologies if you've already listened.*** It never seems to stop. The constant running to-do list in the back of your mind; the ongoing list of what the family needs; the thankless hours researching what needs to be done, and exactly when i...
Weddings are A LOT. They bring out the best in some of us, and the worst in others. People can get very weird about weddings, which makes sense. It's only like the biggest day of your life right? Listen to us chat about all the weirdness that came with not only our own weddings, but weddings we've both had the "pleasure" of being a part of. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
With new moments that no parenting book could ever prepare you for, we're starting to ask ourselves the following question: "Is everything just secretly covered in pee?" After some recent events, we're starting to think it just might be. From outdoor playgrounds to indoor playspaces, we, unfortunately, have fallen witness to a handful of situations where our flight, fight or freeze kicked in. Join us as we discuss them and exactly how we dealt with these situations. Stay Sane Out There. www.kids...
I think it's time we start to normalize only having one child. Especially, those of us who choose to have an only child. I grew up with the notion that only children are "weird" or "spoiled" but, now that I'm choosing to only have one child, I can tell you this is not always the case. Let's stop making families feel bad for only having one child. On the flip side, there are many people who do not choose to only have one child. Whatever the reason, don't shame people for that. Also, stop telling ...
This week's episode is the continuation & conclusion of last week's episode with Albiona Rakipi. Don't miss it! Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
If you could listen in on a convo with a real-life parenting coach, would you do it? If yes, then this episode is for YOU! We were lucky enough to have the wonderful Albiona Rakipi back on with us to give all us parents out there some much needed tips/advice! I'm sure you all remember Albiona from our Mom guilt episode. She's a fellow Metro Detroit Mom, and parenting coach (and really, just a lovely human being) Chatting with her is always a treat and this time she's back to drop some knowledge ...
Gone are the times when parents leave the house with just their phone or purse in tow. When leaving the house with kids, it seems like we bring everything but the kitchen sink! And when our little ones have a say in what they want to bring with them, things can get, well, interesting... For us, getting out of the house lately has felt like a neverending story of who forgot what and a constant learning experience of what we need next time. So, if you've ever felt like that, this one's for you. St...
I feel like this episode doesn't really need much further explanation. We all kind of know that some good 'ol QT is sometimes exactly what the doctor ordered. Especially for kids. But also especially for marriages. I mean, really for any relationship that you care about. But it isn't always easy to find time for quality time. With life being so busy, it can be a real challenge to connect with our kids sometimes, let alone our spouses. Let alone ourselves! So let's talk about it! Stay Sane Out Th...
It's all fun and games when you're trying to make a baby... until it's not. The journey to parenthood isn't always the smoothest of roads and honestly, we don't feel like it's talked about enough. After months of doing the baby dance, making it through the dreaded "two-week-wait", just to be faced with a big ole "Not Pregnant" test result can lead to feeling a whole range of emotions and even being left wondering what it is that you are doing wrong. Trust us, we get it. And frankly, it sucks! So...
We've talked about how kids clothing sizes are confusing af, but now we're going off about women's sizing. It makes no sense. Nothing about it. I can own several different pairs of things all in the exact same size, and they will all fit differently. And just because you're a size 6 in Old Navy jeans, does not mean you're a size 6 in Target jeans. One thing we are happy about when it comes to women's clothing, is that high waisted Mom jeans are IN, hunny. But also, why tf are all the shorts SO S...
It's been one of the hottest summers on record, and we've been doing everything we can to stay cool with the kiddos. That means we've been frequenting kid-filled, chaotic, water-wonderlands known as, "The Splash Pads". Maybe your area calls them "Spray-grounds" or "Spray Parks", but one thing's for sure, when you're there, you have to stay on your toes! (and watch your toes...because concrete...ouch!) Everyone is running, everyone is wet, and you never know when you'll be hit with a stray spray ...
We needed a title that sums up all the weird things that happen to us on an almost daily basis, plus a way to update our audience on what's happening in our lives, so here you go! Kind of an episode full of randomness and A TON of real-life weird s*** Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
We talk a lot about things being weird. Hell, it's our entire brand. But, there are a lot of aspects of parenting that aren't weird and making yourself a priority is one of them. In fact, it's so not weird-it's literally necessary. When we prioritize ourselves, we are better caregivers, partners and overall humans. However, it's way easier said than done. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
We figured that the 4th of July is a perfect time to talk about how much we absolutely can't stand fireworks. They're loud af. They're stressful. Is it fireworks or is it gun shots? Why are we hearing them at 2 in the afternoon?! Why are we hearing them at 2 in the morning!?!? Overall, they're just problematic, okay? Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Everyone has a couple of good ol' coworker stories. A few favorite work friends that maybe you wish you could see again, or even a few toxic ones that you will avoid until the end of time. We've been there, we've seen some things, and now we have a few stories to share. Join us as we reminisce on all the good, the bad, and all the weirdness that comes with having coworkers. Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Really, Mom shaming is awful and we NEED to stop doing it. Parenting is hard enough without being shamed by strangers on the internet, or family, friends-WHOEVER. And if you are someone who Mom shames (or Dad shames) others, this platform is not for you. Don't shame other parents. Just don't do it. You're shamed if your house is dirty, you're shamed if it's clean. You're shamed if your kids eat sugar, and you're shamed if you only serve organic food. It's absolutely insane. So, when it comes to ...
Where my default parents at? You know, the ones who never get to poop with privacy. The ones who are up 6 times during a meal before they even take a bite. The ones who have to be woken up to ask what color a t-rex is? Yeah, we're talking to YOU my friends. Being the default parent is not an easy task-but someone has to do it....right? Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
Feeding kids makes no sense. And the longer my child is alive, the less sense it makes. One day they eat 4 yogurt smoothies, and the next day they cry at the mere mention of them. It. Makes. No. Sense. I would argue that one of the weirdest aspects of children, is trying to feed them, and WE KNOW we are not alone on this. So let's talk about it, shall we? Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
My relationship with screen time is....complicated. Like, I'm not anti-screen time but I STRUGGLE to not constantly feel guilty for every single second my child spends watching a screen. Even when we're ALL sick. Why am I like this? I know screen time is a widely debating and at times controversial subject in the parenting world, and I get why it is. But, screen time is not all bad like society often tries to make us feel....right? Anyways, let's talk about screen time! Stay Sane Out There. www....
So I stumbled upon this Buzzfeed article titled "17 Babysitters Opened Up About The Most Screwed Up Parents They've Ever Worked For, And You Should Buckle Up" and I thought "yeah we definitely need to do an episode about this. If you wanna feel reaaallllllly good about who you are not only as a parent, but a person-this episode is for you (and by you I mean me) Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
I feel like the title kinda says it all on this one? Listen, I would happily die for my kid. But as far as other people's kids? That's gonna be a no from me, dawg. I'm both intimidated & terrified of other people's children. And other parents?!?!?! Even worse. So let's talk about it! Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com
I feel like we talk a lot about the transition from infancy to toddlerhood, but I never remember anyone talking about the transition from toddlerhood to big kid-hood. Like that moment when you cross the threshold into the big kid aisle for clothes. That's a BIG moment. Realizing your kid is no longer a baby, and admitting to yourself they're a pretty dang big kid now. Nothing prepared us for that transition. So let's talk about it! Stay Sane Out There. www.kidsareweirdpodcast.com...
