Kids Are Weird Podcast

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

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

For those of you who had sick kids this Christmas, we salute you.  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 ta...

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&...

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 ongoin...

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.kidsareweir...

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 f...

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 sid...

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, j...

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 lea...

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 co...

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...

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 ab...

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...

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...

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 S...

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&apos...

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