Kindred Conversations

We are so happy to get to share this episode with Avery Harding! Avery is currently a full-time employee at Google in San Francisco and her love of life is contagious. After spending time with her we walked away feeling so inspired and so abundantly grateful! And we feel confident that women in all phases of life will feel the same. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend!

Our first episode of 2023! We are talking about some of our "favorites" from 2022 and some things we are looking forward to in the new year. We're so excited for another year of Kindred Conversations, thanks for listening!

Today’s episode is conversational and focused on a number of topics that have been on our mind this December. We talk about the Kindred Conversations x Lin Floral Co Event, how we like to prepare for childbirth, avoiding sicknesses through the winter, caring for our mental health, and taking the time to slow down and enjoy our children. We hope you have a wonderful end of year and look forward to...

Today's episode is a submission episode in which we share our favorite listener tips for encouraging independent play! We talk about overcoming mom guilt and the need to constantly entertain our kids. There are so many benefits to independent play and we loved collecting practical tips to make it more seamless for your family! Mentioned in the episode: Tonie Box and Magna-tiles.

Although this episode is not specific to this time of year it feels like the perfect time to evaluate how we are incorporating service as a family. In this episode we talk through the submissions that you sent in on how you serve as a family and involve your children. We are grateful for the opportunity to always learn from you. We talk about bedtime routines, praying with our children, teaching t...

Submission episode! In this week’s episode we share all of your acts of kindness that you submitted for the month of gratitude giveaway. We felt so touched by the ways that you support those in your life. We talk about reaching out to those you love, supporting those in need, and serving in both formal and informal settings. Thank you for all you are doing! We are grateful for you!

Holidays so easily throw us for a LOOP- where we feel like all good habits go out the window (thus the need for a reset on Jan 1) in the name of fun and family and tradition. This year we are craving some sense of regularity and healthy routine to allow us to better enjoy our time with our loved ones and be more present for the moments that really count. In this episode we discuss our healthy holi...

Christmas shopping on the brain? Regardless of whether you are on top of your Christmas shopping or feeling overwhelmed, this episode is full of tips to help you can be more intentional in your holiday gifting. We talk about strategies for gifting like using categories, techniques to stop overspending, and tips for spending the season the way you truly want to.  If you enjoyed this episode we...

Dr. Marisa G. Franco is a New York Times bestselling author of her book: Platonic, a professor, speaker, and psychologist. Her book is all about how the science of attachment can help you make and keep friendships. We talked to Marisa all about making friendships as an adult and the hurdles that often get in the way. Marisa is a powerhouse of friendship knowledge and we couldn’t be more grateful t...

Submission Episode! Another submission episode in the books! What are formal chores? What are just good manners? How do you teach your children to help around the house? What do you do when they refuse? We had so many questions about introducing chores to our toddlers and got the scoop on all the things you do in your homes! We discuss what to do when your child doesn't want to help, what types of...

As promised, this episode is dedicated to eating seasonally. Eating local, seasonal produce is actually more nutrient dense, cost effective, environmentally friendly, and just a fun way to celebrate the seasons!  If you can't tell we are passionate about this and excited to get you excited about it as well.  Mentioned in This Episode: Tickets for Kindred Conversations x Lin Floral Co Eve...

This episode was inspired by former guest Emmy Colton @emmyapproved on instagram. We are loving the opportunity this fall to slow down and look within ourselves to assess our wellness practices and routines. We discuss our favorite wellness routines and a few we are looking to improve. Mentioned in this episode: Episode with Brooke Romney Episode with Emmy Andrew Huberman Intro to Meditation Episo...

In this episode we cover all of our best tips on solo parenting. We talk about why we think it’s important to find what makes it enjoyable for you; getting a babysitter is a great way to break up the time; sticking to your schedule is more (not less) important than normal. Disclaimer: This episode is not about single parenting! We don’t pretend that solo parenting (having full parental responsibil...

This was the first book we read along with our listeners! The Happiest Kids in the World: How Dutch Parents Help Their Kids by Doing Less by Rina Mae Acosta and Michele Hutchison came highly recommended to us. This episode has our honest review and favorite takeaways! Did you read with us? What were your thoughts?  You can join in the conversation on Instagram @kindred_conversations. Mentione...

This week's episode is all about thrifting! We all know that there are vintage treasures out there, but finding them can feel like a very daunting task. We reached out to a few close friends and thrifting experts to pick their brains on successful vintage shopping. A special thanks to Savanna Gallacher, Isabelle Baker, and Jaleisa Cottle for their thoughtful advice and wisdom on this topic. ...

We are so thrilled to introduce our guest in today's episode. Brooke Romney is a mother of four boys, author of two books, speaker, educator and connector. She is passionate about parenting and connecting as mothers. Brooke runs an active instagram page ( @brookeromneywrites ) and blog, https://brookeromney.com/ . We talked about her parenting tips, how to find joy in motherhood while being honest...

In this episode we talk all about our favorite rituals as we enter the new season. As the temperature drops we are feeling the need to get back into our routines and slow the pace of our days. We share submissions from our listeners as well as what we do in our own homes. Fall is so fleeting and we enjoyed discussing making the most of it without putting too much pressure on ourselves!  Link...

Submission Episode! In this episode we talk through all of your tips on adding another child to your family. These suggestions cover asking for specific help postpartum to how to cope with emotions from older children. We love how insightful you are with your needs and your growing family! Let us know what has been most helpful for your family with this big transition! Mentioned in this episode:&n...

A highly requested episode topic- we are so grateful to have an expert on to talk about pregnancy and postpartum fitness with us! Becky graduated in public health and nutrition, worked as a health coach, and then got further certified as a Women’s Fitness Specialist. She has four children of her own and a super informational Instagram, workout guides and an app where you can find follow-along work...

We are back from our summer break! This summer has been busy and fun and has left us needing a bit more of intentional connection with our children. Although so many ways to connect come intuitively, there are also some less obvious ways our children ask for our attention. We have been so grateful to learn more about these opportunities and hope it is helpful for you as well. Links from this Episo...

This week’s episode is all about keeping (or maybe finding) your identity in motherhood. Having children is such a fulfilling and busy part of our lives. Often as mothers we naturally let any hobbies or passions fall to the wayside that don’t fit right in with our family routine and lifestyle. We are believers that investing in yourself, your values, and your passions, is healthy and fulfilling fo...

Submission episode! This episode idea came to us from a listener and we thought it was a great conversation starter. Do you offer to pick up before leaving a play date? How much do you pay your babysitter? How do you handle discipline when another child is over? We got your take on basic mom etiquette (for moms of young kids) and are here to share the stats! What do you think? Are there other unsp...

Each new season seems to bring with if a flood of old memories. Summer is no different, and as moms we feel a yearning to create these defining memories for and with our children. Long days spent at the pool? A favorite shave ice spot? A repeated vacation? In this episode we walk through the tools that help memories stick and how to implement them with our kids.

We are excited to be sharing this conversation we had with Levi Williams. Levi helps individuals develop skills to take control of their lives and live more authentically. He is passionate about overcoming fear and having fulfilling relationships. In this episode we talk all about comparison- why we do it, the purpose it serves, how it affects our relationships, and how to stop. You can find Levi...

We’ve just added another must-read to our collection! How to Raise an Adult presents us with the over-parenting dilemma and the hard-to-face consequences that have come with it. As the freshman dean at Stanford University, the author of this book had her eyes opened to the problems of over reaching parents (which are much greater than you might initially think). We loved the principles taught in t...