Outnumbered the Podcast

If you too are in the middle of the winter doldrums, this episode of Outnumbered the Podcast is for you! Join us as we explore 5 ways to pull yourself and your children out of the winter blahs and get motivated for school again. Mentioned in this episode: Chalkpastel.com   Craftsy Heckedy Peg Episode 157: Inspired Motherhood Two moms, parenting a combined total of 19 kids and finding joy in t...

There might not be anything worse than a bratty, entitled child who thinks the world owes him something! But in today's society, it's easier than ever to allow our children to get something for nothing. Join us as we explore 5 ways to ensure that your child does NOT grow up entitled: 1. Be the adult and stay unemotional when dealing with children who want something from you. 2. Set clear expectati...

In this episode, Bonnie and Audrey dive into inspired parenting.  They dig into how and where they find inspiration as mothers and how they seek to inspire their own children.  Also, they share personal experiences of what it looks like when they are inspired and when they are not!  A very fun and inspiring episode! Please support our podcast on Patreon ! Never miss another episode...

Audrey and Bonnie have a combined total of 40+ years of parenting experience which means that they often wish they could travel back in time and redo some of their early parenting years!  But rather than looking back in regret, we're choosing to share our reflections with all of you in hopes of encouraging and uplifting those with young children. Above all, we talk about how to follow your in...

Quick check: what do you think about marriage?  In the next episode in their marriage series, Bonnie & Audrey share 3 areas of focus and 3 tips for improving your mindset surrounding marriage.  Your thoughts about marriage affect your feelings about marriage, so it's really important to get this one right! Please support our podcast on Patreon ! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 151...

Organizing and storing the photos, videos and memories of your family is just one MORE thing on our list of to-do's lurking in the background of our consciousness, right? It doesn't have to be that way! Bonnie and Audrey are breaking down their own simple tips for saving their family's visual history in a foolproof way. Don't buy into the pressure of overwhelm! We're here to help you get it under...

One of our favorite episodes of all time is back today to help you understand the difference between showing ourselves grace and making excuses for when we're feeling a bit lazy. Motherhood can be a strange dichotomy of both utter exhaustion and total boredom and so it's important to understand when we need to push ourselves and when it's essential to give ourselves some rest. We'll walk you throu...

Have you ever felt like you don't have a creative bone in your body?  Like you couldn't possibly find any extra time to create?  Then this episode is for you!  Carina Gardner shares her experiece of earning a living through creative pursuits while raising a family.  She addresses what to do when you feel stuck, and gives some behind-the-scenes glimpse into how to find success i...

Experienced wives and mothers, Bonnie & Audrey, share 5 beliefs they use to keep the intimacy in their own marriages alive.   1. Keeping intimacy private 2. The importance of positive language surrounding intimacy 3. Physical, mental, and emotional health all contribute to healthy intimacy 4. Women's rights and their role in intimacy in marriage 5. Seeking outside help for intimacy issues...

We get asked ALL the time what it's like being a mother to many children (Audrey has 9 and Bonnie has 10!) and so today we're pulling back the curtain on the suprises, challenges and blessings of having a large family. We're linking to lots of previous episodes today as well since we've covered many of these topics in detail already. If you've also contemplated raising many children, or are j...

Dealing with job loss or an unexpected decrease in income has become all too common for many of us since COVID showed up so today we're addressing this scary issue head on. We're talking through the negative mindset that so many of us like to hold on to, how to decrease spending, increase income and how to solve the problem of being too wrapped up in our own problems by reaching out and serving ot...

Money is a sticky, uncomfortable topic for lots of women. Too many of us struggle to balance our spending and saving with our values in order to create a comfortable, happy life, without guilt or deprivation. Emily Burnett of Moso Money is an expert at helping other women get "unstuck" with their money. And it's no wonder why she's so great at it; she herself lived a life of debt and guilt for man...

When more than one kid is in the family, tattling enters the picture!  As moms to 9 and 10 kids respectively, Audrey & Bonnie have had to deal with kids who tattle.  Thanks to those experiences, we're able to confidently share with you this episode all about WHY kids tattle, and the 5 tools we use to help our kids quit. Please support our podcast on Patreon ! Never miss another episo...

Thinking about having or adopting a child? We love this exciting time, even though it can be fraught with anxiety. Many parents (or parents-to-be) find themselves worrying about whether or not they're emotionally, financially or even physically prepared to grow their family. Audrey and Bonnie have been in this situation almost more times than they can count! (18 times, to be precise) and have so m...

We've got a treat for you: in this Episode, we're bringing back our episode about Alternative Holiday Traditions!  Yes, it's time to start thinking about the holidays, but 1st you need to listen to this to make this year the best celebration yet! Have you ever stressed out over a holiday tradition and wondered why you're still celebrating that way? Or maybe it's easy for you to allow the agen...

Every organization, be it a business, charity or family, needs a vision! If we want unity, love, cooperation and progress towards a common goal, we must teach our children what we envision for our family. Today we're diving into the topic to help you all understand what goes into a family vision, how to create one and communicate it to your family, and some of the incredible blessings you can expe...

If you've listened to any of our past episodes, you probably already know how passionate we are about keeping our kids safe from the dangers and evils of the unfiltered internet. But how is a parent supposed to teach their child good communication skills and safe technological habits without giving him the entire Internet in his pocket? Anne Marie McDonald, VP of PR & Communications at Gabb Wi...

Toys are synonymous with childhood and we love giving our kids fun things to play with! But could toys possibly be getting in the way of our children's best chance at learning and growth? Join as we discuss how to best implement toys in your home, some unique ways kids play with non-toy items and a list of our favorite toys for specific ages.  Baby Teether Episode 132: Imaginary Friends Episo...

This episode is brought to you by Homeschool Tracker...the only way to stay sane (and organized too!) while homeschooling! How is your child's spelling ability?  In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey explore how to help kids improve their spelling.  They break it down into the 7 different learning styles and how to help each one improve their spelling.   Mentioned in this episode: Pr...

You may have already enjoyed episode 20 where we talk about giving ourselves grace during a survival time but what about when things calm down again and you're STILL overwhelmed?  It's time to lower those expectations! Today we'll walk you through how to determine your top priorities and learn to let go of all the rest without guilt or drama. We can't wait for you to get the peace and content...

Be careful, this episode might make you drool!  But seriously, why do kids ask for snacks so often? In this episode, we address normal and unhealthy reasons kids ask for snacks, what we specifically feed them for snacks in different situations, and some of our favorite (more grown up!) snack options too. Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE! Please support our po...

Do you know your Enneagram type?  Do you know how this information can help you be a better parent?  In this Episode, Bonnie & Audrey interview Ashley Schubert, busy mom, author, and certified Enneagram coach.  Learn how you can use your Enneagram type to be a better parent, spouse and all around person! Take an Enneagram test before listening to this episode if you don't know y...

Let's face it, learning to control our impulses (to yell, run; be destructive, violent and more) is a natural part of learning to be human. But some little ones struggle with these impulses more than others. Today's episode is for you moms (and dads) who might be wracking your brains to understand and better help these children express themselves appropriately. We've got you covered! Helpful Artic...

If you have kids, you know that they grow and their clothes have to be managed.  In this episode we cover everything from where we find the best deals on kids clothes, our favorite sewing sources, how to store clothes before passing them on to the next child, and what to do with the ones they outgrow. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 11: Kids & Laundry Episode 25: How to Afford Kids Bon...

Sleep is wonderful and magical...and it's absolute torture when you (or your children) aren't getting enough! We're sharing our experience with sorting through the logistics of getting kids to sleep (and helping them stay that way!). We're both pros at ensuring everyone gets plenty of sleep, even with lots of siblings and in very small spaces. If you're suffering from lack of sleep, we know there'...