Parently

Parently gets personal when Kelsey’s hubby, Andy, jumps on to share his two cents on parenting. They talk about his misconceptions of fatherhood and parental leave as well as the struggle to nurture their marriage through the newborn stage and beyond. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Granny Lynn joins Parently to talk all things grandparenting and give some hot tips for new parents and grandparents. She shares how things have changed over the years, including a hilarious misunderstanding of tummy time. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

As if hyperemesis and gestational diabetes weren't enough, Maggie describes how her pregnancy was followed by a near-death experience due to a postpartum hemorrhage. We talk about letting go of the idea of perfectionism in motherhood and the importance of encouraging all women to pursue lives that fulfill them - whatever that may be. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Maggie Rogness crosses off a bucket list item by joining Parently to share her struggles with hyperemesis (yes - the one Amy Schumer had). She talks about all the difficulties she faced creating her beautiful family, including a miscarriage and postpartum depression. https://www.facebook.com/postpartumresourcegroup https://www.instagram.com/postpartumresourcegroup Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-plane...

Kelsey’s old pal Rachel Hachem joins the podcast to catch Kelsey (and the listeners) up on what she’s been up to the last decade! Life somehow landed the elementary music education teacher in Dubai where she met and married her Lebanese husband before moving back to the states and starting a family. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

As a clinical psychologist, Andrew Fuller works with many schools and communities in Australia and internationally, specialising in the wellbeing of young people and their families. He is the author of several books and has established programs for the promotion of mental health in schools in addition to conducting workshops for organisations, parents, students, teachers and health professionals o...

Simultaneously filling the roles as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, mother, and wife, Nina has a full plate! She explains how her experience growing up with anxiety led to a rewarding career in therapy and shares a few tips on how to help navigate your child through those tough moments. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Cayla Harrington’s youngest endured several months of Febrile seizures before being diagnosed with epilepsy. Cayla describes her experience of not only trying to find the right medication, but coercing a strong-willed toddler to take it! Luckily, her awesome sons make the sleepless nights and constant worry all worth it. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Lauren Jerle talks about her journey through infertility which ultimately led to a successful donor embryo pregnancy. She reflects on her postpartum depression and shares advice on how to honor the hard moments of motherhood. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Leave those preconceived notions at the door for this interesting, enlightening conversation about Natural Family Planning with Certified Fertility Care Practitioner Melissa Cornman. This isn’t your Grandmother’s rhythm method - we dive into the Creighton model which helps women track their health and fertility through biological markers. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

When Sabrina’s oldest came out as gay, she understood. When Sabrina’s youngest came out as pansexual, she hit the books! She has approached her children's journeys with an open mind and a mama bear heart. Sabrina suggests helpful resources to help navigate the LGBTQ world as a parent and gives tips on how to set healthy boundaries with friends and family. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com...

Doctor Pramhus drops in to talk about his journey through med school and how much time was dedicated to learning about global pandemics (spoiler: not much)! He also shares his thoughts on the COVID vaccine and how parents and kids can stay healthy and happy. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Imagine waiting on a call that may never come, but knowing if it does, your life will be forever changed. Mary wraps up Parently’s inaugural season by sharing her family’s experience adopting a child. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Jen returns to discuss her family’s journey of fostering and the importance of being self-aware when opening your heart and home to children. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Jen is just your typical east coast girl living in South Dakota (via Illinois > Arizona > Honduras > Colombia!). In part 1 of a 2 part episode, she shares her experience living, teaching, and birthing a child abroad. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Maggie, a mother of 4 adult children, shares her pragmatic parenting approach and the importance of guiding your children through life’s challenges and disappointments. She also reflects on her journey from a child to a woman and how she has found peace through forgiveness. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

You've heard of mom guilt, how about teacher guilt? Kindergarten Spanish Immersion Teacher Emily Gulling drops in to share her experience and give advice on how to set your kids up for success in school. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Kelsey’s sister, Caitlyn, has a lot of experience taking to the skies with a young child. She’s here to offer tips and share the ups and downs of family flying. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Every day 2,000 women lose a baby to miscarriage in the United States. Kilian joins today's episode to break the silence and share her experience in an effort to help others suffering the same loss. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Step outside your comfort zone, read product labels, and check for added sugar! Ellie explains why flexibility, knowledge, and openness are key components in her family’s wellness journey.  Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Heather is back to explain how she chooses to walk in joy amid heartache. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Heather has faced her share of parenting challenges - postpartum depression and miscarriages (yes, plural) to name a few - but nothing could have prepared her for the devastating news about a tumor found in her daughter, Evelyn. Join us in this two-part episode to follow along with Evelyn’s journey and hear about the beautiful impact she is making on the world. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.c...

Step one of being a homeschool parent - get out of your own head! Kym DeLaRosa Allex joins today’s episode to share her family’s homeschooling experience as well as helpful tips on creating a homeschool journey customized to fit your unique lifestyle and goals.  Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

Beware of tangents as Kelsey catches up with one of her best friends and stay-at-home mom, Krysta Klein. Krysta talks about the challenges and rewards of leaving her teaching career to stay home with her four children. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠

As a parent, it is important to understand the risks involved in sharing pictures and information about your child online. Vince DeFabo, a lawyer who specializes in Cyber Law, explains how well-intentioned sharing can open the door to child exploitation and identify theft. Music: ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠⁠