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Tag archive: 4-year-old

Big Fat Positive podcast episode 399: Breaking Up With Your Mom Group

Breaking Up With Your Mom Group – Ep. 399

In the special segment “Internet Insanity,” Shanna and Laura share the wild and wacky content they’ve found online recently, including a baby name that has risen to fame for a surprising reason and a mom-group breakup of epic proportions. Also, Laura shares how a Percy Jackson obsession turned into a spontaneous after-school trip with her […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 398: Embracing "Mom Mode" in Unusual Circumstances

Embracing “Mom Mode” in Unusual Circumstances – Ep. 398

In the special segment “Mom Wins,” Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including a clever chemistry-based solution that saved bath time and a surprising moment of jumping into action to help a stranger. Also, Shanna checks in about adjusting to a new chapter now that the kids are back at school and she […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 397: Fascinating Facts: Old Pregnancy Tests and LEGO Bricks

Fascinating Facts: Old Pregnancy Tests and LEGO Bricks – Ep. 397

In the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Laura and Shanna quiz each other about old-school pregnancy tests, the shocking resale value of kids’ toys, the cost of giving birth in the 1950s and more! Also, Laura reports on the sweet relief of her kids returning to school after winter break, and Shanna talks about the […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 396: Pulling Off a 7th-Birthday Surprise

Pulling Off a 7th-Birthday Surprise – Ep. 396

In the special segment “What I Googled This Week,” Shanna and Laura reveal the funny and embarrassing things they’ve asked the internet recently, including a ridiculously juvenile question about astronomy and an out-of-the-ordinary query about a popular theme park. Also, Shanna checks in about a major life transition happening during a chaotic holiday week, and […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 395: Stroller Envy and Screen-Time Gripes

Stroller Envy and Screen-Time Gripes – Ep. 395

In the special segment “Gripe Water,” Shanna and Laura share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into the topics of stroller envy and screen time. Also, Laura reports on the people, gifts and baked goods that made her Christmas special, and Shanna talks about managing a hectic, cooped-up holiday […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 394: Advocating for Your Child at the Doctor's Office

Advocating for Your Child at the Doctor’s Office – Ep. 394

In the special segment “Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition,” Laura and Shanna reveal the unexpected things they’ve never done before having kids, including a desperate attempt to complete a puzzle in inclement weather and a disturbing doctor’s appointment that ended in tears. Also, Shanna talks about her attempts to have a low-key Christmas, and […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 393: Are We Creating Second-Child Syndrome?

Are We Creating Second-Child Syndrome? – Ep. 393

In the special segment “Dear Past Me,” Shanna and Laura give their former selves parenting advice based on what they know now, including wisdom about sentimental baby items and encouragement to advocate for yourself in the early days of new motherhood. Also, Laura manages to get her reluctant kids to go on an urban adventure, […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 392: The Surprising History of the Tooth Fairy

The Surprising History of the Tooth Fairy – Ep. 392

In the special segment “Today I Learned,” Laura and Shanna discuss the fascinating or unusual things they have learned about recently, including an unexpected baby boom on a remote island in the South Pacific and the surprising history of the Tooth Fairy. Also, Shanna shares the details about her daughter’s 7th birthday party, and Laura […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 391: 2025 Year in Review: Laughs, Struggles and Surprises

2025 Year in Review: Laughs, Struggles and Surprises – Ep. 391

As 2025 comes to an end, Laura and Shanna reflect on their last 12 months of parenting with honesty, humor and insight in the special segment “Year in Review.” As they look back on 2025, they share their biggest laughs, unexpected wins and surprising realizations, including the hilarious thing Laura’s kids taught her this year, […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 390: Holiday Q&A: Santa Logistics, Gifts and Sibling Jealousy

Holiday Q&A: Santa Logistics, Gifts and Sibling Jealousy – Ep. 390

It’s Christmas week, and Shanna and Laura get festive answering listeners’ holiday-themed questions in the special segment “Checkin’ the Inbox!” They answer questions about handling the logistics of Santa, managing sibling jealousy during the gift-giving season, whether to do Elf on the Shelf and more! During the check-in, they share their families’ plans for the […] Read More