Ep. 203: When Kids Want to Quit
In the special segment “Throwback,” Shanna tells the story of how she was terrible at musical theater as a tween in the 90s and how the experience shaped her. Also, Laura talks about her 14-month-old being on the verge of switching from two naps a day to one, and Shanna discusses how she handled her […] Read More
Ep. 202: Mom Brain
In the special segment “Throwback,” Laura tells the story of how she became a “cat lady,” including the time her parents gave her a outrageous explanation for why her beloved cat Oreo suddenly disappeared. Also, Shanna talks about her recent struggles with “mom brain,” and Laura reports on her efforts to fix her 14-month-old’s sleep […] Read More
Ep. 201: Shadowbusters
Laura reports on the ingenious new tactic she used to allay her three-year-old’s latest nighttime fears, and Shanna talks about her daughter’s hilarious takeaway from a family trip in the mountains (a trip which did NOT go as planned). Also, in the special segment “Loose Ends,” Shanna and Laura provide updates on past topics they […] Read More
Ep. 200: We Said What?!
Laura and Shanna celebrate their 200th episode by blind reacting to their very first episode of the BFP podcast. They reflect back on their first weeks of pregnancy and discover that they said some surprising, helpful and ridiculously odd things. Also, Shanna reports on the preschool plague that has caught up with her family, and […] Read More
Ep. 93: Toddlers Hyped on Sugar and iPhones
In the special segment “Today I Learned,” Laura and Shanna dive into the world of geriatric pregnancy, lifelike baby dolls and the belief that sugar makes kids hyper. Also, Shanna talks about her toddler’s foray into the world of crunchy food, and Laura discusses her son’s newest interest — looking at photos of himself on […] Read More
Ep. 92: Toddler Tantrums and Ninja-Like Mom Moves
Shanna talks about her toddler’s first tantrum (which was over the silliest, toddler-iest issue ever), and Laura admits a “mom fail” she recently had with her toddler. Also, in the special segment “Mom Wins!,” Laura and Shanna celebrate the parenting achievements they’ve had recently, including some heavy loads, free sandwiches and a death-defying ninja move. […] Read More
Ep. 91: Dropping Naps and Picking Up Babies
Transitioning a toddler from two naps to one is a daunting task, and this week Laura and Shanna discuss their attempts at dropping the second nap. They also talk about the RIE approach to picking up babies and how quickly a parent can become accustomed to the seemingly bizarre practice. Also, in the special segment […] Read More
Ep. 90: Toddlers on the Run
In the special segment “It Takes a Village,” Laura and Shanna ask each other and listeners for help with parenting dilemmas they are currently facing. Also, Shanna talks about her toddler’s recent word explosion, and Laura discusses her toddler’s progress toward dropping down to one nap a day. Finally, the moms reveal their BFPs and […] Read More
Ep. 89: Baby Bronchitis Is a B*tch
Shanna talks about one of her hardest days parenting ever when her 14-month-old daughter becomes sick, and Laura makes Shanna jealous AF with the free childcare and date nights she’s had this week. Also, in the segment “Mom Confessions,” Laura and Shanna admit the amusingly scandalous parenting moves they’ve made recently. Finally, the moms reveal […] Read More