Our guest this week is Dr. Stacey Simon Ph.D., a scientist who researches sleep - a fascinating and incredibly important subject! She delves into sleep training basics, sleep needs over the age spectrum, and variations in sleep from child to child. We also learn how she makes her life work as a full-time sleep psychologist and mother of 3, including twins! Laura and Sarah also discuss work plans for next year and their own sleep habits. In the Q&A, we answer a tough question about whether to...
Oct 16, 2018•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Meagan Francis is a self-described "entrepreneur, conversationalist, and mother of invention." She hosts the popular Mom Hour podcast, and now runs her own podcast network as well! She is also a mother of 5 and has recently gone through a divorce. She has plenty of wisdom to impart in this episode, including my favorite quote: "Just because I can do something doesn’t mean I should.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Oct 09, 2018•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura came up with the concept of creating a list of 100 dreams in one of her earlier books, 168 Hours, and both Laura and Sarah have a great time revisiting some vintage lists and sharing what is on their new ones. We talk dreams big and little, from fitness and travel aspirations to big family and career goals. In our Q&A, we handle a topic that is frequently mentioned - ways to deal with feeling completely overloaded and overwhelmed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
Oct 02, 2018•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Running for office is an intense experience - and so is having an 18-month old! Anne Johnson Landry chats with us about it is possible to do both, sharing her experience of hitting the campaign trail during those toddler days. Sarah recaps their big summer trip out west, and our Q&A is from a sleep-deprived mother of twins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 25, 2018•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jessica Turner is known for her gorgeous crafting and her popular blog in addition to writing two books and sustaining a full-time job! She's also a mother of two, and she shares a glimpse of her multi-faceted life with us on this episode. Jessica's blog is The Mom Creative and her book Stretched Too Thin is out this week. In addition, we discuss Sarah's latest pumping/nursing update and Laura's Disney planning. We also answer a very detailed (but insightful) listener question about working part...
Sep 18, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this reflective episode, we discuss mistakes and missteps we have made over the years, both big and small. We wonder what life would have been life had we chosen differently, from career choices to website hosting platforms! We also have some fun book talk, and answer a listener question about increased efficiency and reaping the time dividends that come with getting more done in less time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Sep 11, 2018•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast What a great topic - who doesn·t want to be happier as a parent!? KJ Dell·Antonia joins Laura LIVE in a Philadelphia hotel room to discuss this great topic and her new book. We delve into travel, homework, and getting kids to do chores. That last part is challenging, but according to KJ very worth it! In our Q&A we talk about having childcare providers in the home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 28, 2018•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Happy 1st Birthday to Us, and Back to School! Laura and Sarah revisit some of their favorite episodes, moments, and even a few of their low moments! They also get into the spirit of the Back to School season, discussing school supplies, homework, and the increasingly complex puzzle of after-school activities. In the Q&A, we address a listener’s backpack woes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 21, 2018•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shila Henderson, mom of 10, talks about the adventures of raising a megafamily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 14, 2018•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sarah Baldwin, an academic dean and vice president, speaks about the challenges · and rewards · of special needs parenting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 07, 2018•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah unpack 5 myths surrounding couples with two big travel-heavy jobs. Spoiler: it’s doable! Sarah also talks about the challenges of being on call, and on our Q&A, a business owner explores the possibility of shifting her hours without compromising company productivity or making waves with her staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 31, 2018•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah have a conversation with Manoush Zomorodi of Note To Self podcast fame, now running her own production company and producing her own independent podcast ZigZag! We discuss her fascinating career journey, kids + tech, and much more. In addition, Laura and Sarah talk about summer camp & travel plans, and they address a listener question that invokes Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Jul 24, 2018•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss getting dinner on the table with Tiffany King, author of Eat at Home Tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 17, 2018•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah talk with Dr. Heidi Grant, social psychologist, speaker, & author of "Reinforcements: How to Get People to Help You". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2018•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss the phenomenon of Mom Guilt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 03, 2018•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss their 2018 goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 26, 2018•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah interview working mother and blogger Parita Kuttappan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 19, 2018•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss superficial things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 12, 2018•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah interview Tonya Dalton, Founder and CEO of Inkwell Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 05, 2018•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss Laura's new book "Off The Clock". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2018•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss how to get through the challenging times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2018•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah speak with Dr. Ellen Goldstein, mom, board-certified OB-GYN, specialty-trained Reproductive Endocrinologist, and Infertility physician. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2018•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss stay-at-home Dads with working mother and attorney Becky Diffen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 08, 2018•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sarah talks time tracking with podcast partner and author Laura Vanderkam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 01, 2018•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah speak with CEO of "Here Comes The Guide" Meredith Monday Schwartz on how she makes work and life fit together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2018•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah interview Katherine Reynolds Lewis, an award-winning independent journalist, speaker, and author of The Good News About Bad Behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2018•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss work/life balance with an elite runner, Olympic Medalist, and Mom Deena Kastor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 10, 2018•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah discuss all things brithday party related. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 03, 2018•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah duscuss career crafting. How to shape your job to work for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 27, 2018•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Laura and Sarah talk work/life balance with ER Physician and Mom Swati Singh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2018•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
