And Then We Had Kids

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and is a very important month to our hosts, Jenny & Sheena. Sheena's mom is a breast cancer survivor, and Sheena is a previvor with the BRCA2 genetic mutation. In this episode, Jenny & Sheena talk with Lauren Lopriore in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Lauren is a breast cancer survivor, fellow mom, and founder of Liv & Let . Liv &...

Well, it's been a hot minute! In this episode, Jenny & Sheena catch up on life. School has started, and with that come all of the lovely germs shared at school.  Read the twitter article that Jenny & Sheena reference when Sheena shares that she will NOT be volunteering at her kids' schools.  For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our...

Jenny & Sheena took a bit of a summer hiatus, and recap what they've been up to...particularly a trip to Scotland. Everything from breathtaking hikes to seeing puffins, it was a much needed adults-only recharge. The grandparents watched the kids...and barely survived! Jenny & Sheena also fangirl over Rebecca Plotnick from Everyday Parisian and Paris-based American photographer, Katie Donne...

In this episode, Jenny & Sheena interview dancer, photographer, and author, Heather Booysen. Her new book, "Marley Takes the Stage," was just published, and she joins the podcast to share about her book and the inspiration that helped to create it. This book truly embodies diversity in all its forms, and we are so excited for the launch of this book! For more on Heather and all of her projects...

In this week's episode, Jenny & Sheena discuss ways to support our kids over the summer because let's be honest, ice cream isn't the only thing we're screaming about. School may be out, but there can be some fun ways to incorporate learning opportunities to build on children's social-emotional skills and help minimize or support little ones during those inevitable tantrums (and hopefully...

In this episode, Jenny & Sheena discuss some of their favorite tips for surviving travel with kids. Traveling with kids can be stressful...but it doesn't have to be. Jenny & Sheena share some of the things they've learned along the way, so that you can enjoy that trip with your family too! For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our website: ww...

In this episode, Jenny & Sheena continue the conversation for Mental Health Awareness Month by talking about some ideas for self-care. Self-care doesn't look the same for everyone, so it's important to find what works for you. For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our website: www.andthenwehadkidspodcast.com If you'd like to leave us a message or...

This episode is one that is near and dear to our hearts as we discuss a topic that is very important to us. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We have spent our careers supporting children and families struggling with mental health, and believe that one way to break down the stigma around mental health is to share our stories. In this week's episode, we have a dear friend, Susannah, join us in...

In this episode, Jenny & Sheena catch up on life...what's new with their kids? Everything from soccer to swimming, babies and chocolate, cheetahs to penguins. Hear what's been going on lately and how they're surviving motherhood, barely and just in time for Mother's Day! For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our website: www.andthenwehadkidspodca...

As the weather starts to get warmer, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to invite Luci Grause, Founder of Skip & Scoot, to join the podcast. Luci shares the importance of movement, and some ideas to do with our kids to get them up and moving!  For more information on Skip & Scoot, follow them on Instagram: @skipandscoot or visit their website: www.skipandscoot.com For more from...

To kick off Autism Awareness Month, Jenny & Sheena chat with mom and small business owner, Kimberley Druml. Kimberley is the founder and owner of Simply Blissful Boutique and the parent of a child with Autism. Kimberley shares her parenting journey and advice for other parents of special needs children. For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our w...

In this week's episode, Jenny shares some helpful tips on how to support your child's language development with toys and things around your house. For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our website: www.andthenwehadkidspodcast.com If you'd like to leave us a message or share a topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode, you can do so at the foll...

Inspired the famous song from "The Sound of Music," Jenny & Sheena share some of their favorite things (apart from the usual baby registry must-haves) for babies and kids. Everything from favorite feeding items, books and toys, to baby hygiene. For more from Jenny & Sheena, follow us on Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or visit our website: www.andthenwehadkidspodcast.com   If you'd like...

When it comes to kids, 1+1 sometimes feels like 7!   In this episode, we welcome our first guest, Jasmine Sassack, doula and founder of The Birth Zone.  She joins us as we share what we've learned (and are still learning), along with some of the tips and tricks we wish we knew when becoming parents. Follow Jasmine on Instagram at @thebirthzone or check her out at www.thebirthzone.com or www.family...

In this episode, Jenny & Sheena go beyond co-regulation to talk about how we can help teach our kids to talk about their emotions and build their emotional vocabulary. Emotional vocabulary, along with co-regulation, are the building blocks for developing relationships, self-advocacy skills, empathy, and so much more.  "Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world...

What is co-regulation? Jenny & Sheena explain what co-regulation is, why it happens and most importantly, what to do about it!   For more strategies, check out our Instagram: @_andthenwehadkids or head to our NEW website: www.andthenwehadkidspodcast.com  If you'd like to leave us a message or share a topic you'd like us to cover in a future episode, you can do so at the followin...

Welcome to "And Then We Had Kids!" In our first episode, we get to know more about our hosts Jenny and Sheena. Hear about how it all began, from a potential industrial engineer and doctor to mom friends. Jenny and Sheena share how they met, their careers in education, and their journey to motherhood.     To see the Rita Pierson TedTalk referenced in the episode, click here: htt...

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