Pick Your Battles

Does anyone else feel like the summer flew by? And now we’re already over a month into the school year… mind blown! This year Wyatt and Maesyn both started preschool, so we chat about what that transition has been like. From early mornings, meltdowns and some great stories to tease Wyatt about for the rest of his life.

Imagine this - you're at the park and your child found an instant-bestie. Amazing, right? Only problem is, now they using words and saying things they never have and don't in your home. To make things more difficult, you were getting along with the parents at the park while they were playing. What would you do?? Kaela ran into this very problem recently...listen to find out what she did and what D...

With more information than we could stuff into one episode, we’re back for part two! Talking about puberty can be so awkward and uncomfortable. Yes, they touch on it in middle school- but there’s so much more for our kids to know. What conversations can we have, as parents, to help prepare our kids along the way? Also touching on what chemicals we should stay away from and look for in our daily se...

This episode we tackle a topic we’ve had on our list since the very beginning- puberty! With special guest Kimberly Grustas, founder of Good For You Girls cosmetics, sharing her expertise on hormones and tackling these conversations. We are so grateful to Kim for talking with such passion about her products and sharing her knowledge with us. Stay tuned for part two- where we will ask more question...

It’s been a wild summer! From traveling with Kaela’s two toddlers, to Wyatt’s dental mishaps- these kids have kept us on our toes. Dayna & Kaela will be lounging on a beach, with a drink in their hands, when this episode airs- for a well deserved all inclusive vacation! Don’t forget to follow us on social media and subscribe on whatever platform you listen to our episodes!

Who doesn't love an adorable children's book?! Well, "Welcome to Winterberry Grove" is just that! Linda, the author and in all sense of the term 'brainchild' of this book series, reached out to us to be interviewed and it turns out that her story, and the story of Clover the mouse, is one of a kind. Order your copy of "Welcome to Winterberry Grove" below! https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Winterberry...

There’s always some level of unpredictability that comes with raising a toddler. The unknown of what the hell is going to come out of their mouth, is one of them. Have you ever been in a public place and your child says just about the most mortifying thing you can imagine? Yeah, us too! How do you handle it? Laugh, make it a learning moment, ignore it completely? Whatever your tactic may be- we’re...

Grab you tissues friends... Although this episode is a tough one to talk about, it's an important one. Pediatric cancer is a parent's biggest fear. Getting a diagnosis like that can feel like your world is caving in, and our guests on this episode, Griffin and Britt Coxe, know that feeling all too well. Their daughter Perry (such a cute name by the way) was diagnosed with a Wilms tumor on her righ...

We hope everyone felt pampered on Mother’s Day! This episode we not only touch base on our Mother’s Day, but also Kaelas “newish” role as a Stay At Home Mom. All the good, bad and ugly! Don’t forget to subscribe on your preferred listening platform so you don’t miss any upcoming episodes.

Raise your hands if you have traveled with toddlers. Now raise your hands if it was fun and enjoyable. Anyone? No? Yeah, we didn't think so. In this episode, Kaela talks about her trip flying from Michigan to Florida to visit her brother and sister-in-law and Dayna recalls the work trip she took with Wyatt flying out to California. Buckle up...there will be some turbulence here!

Happy 2024!! We hope you all had a great holiday season and are off to a fabulous start of the new year! It is no secret that the holidays are the most stressful time of the year. Whether you are traveling around to every family member's house or hosting and having all of those family members come to you - it's tough. Kaela hosted for the first time in her beautifully renovated house and Dayna tra...

As if we don't have enough going on...but since we last talked to you guys...DAYNA decided to jump on the "sell our house" bandwagon! There were lots of little battles within this process like having to keep a. house in prestine condition because there could be a showing at any time, or being willing to be flexible around dinner or bath time (also thanks to random showings), but in the end, it wil...

Lots of life updates in this months episode. The biggest one being- Kaela and her family are moving! Prepping a house to be sold and going through showings is crazy, throw in two under two- and it's a little insane! Listen in on their reasoning why they decided to move, the challenges they faced getting the house ready for listing and the battles they will have to pick along the way.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! This episode is special to us because both Jimmy and Zander have agreed to play along with our shenanigans. We ask these dads a few questions about fatherhood, in our version of The Newlywed Game. Listen in to see if we guessed what their answers would be!

You think sharing as an adult is hard, imagine being a toddler! This episode we chat about what works for us when it comes to teaching our kids to share. Until kids learn to play together, sharing is such a hard thing for them to grasp. We also have an announcement to share with our listeners, so listen in for some podcasting news!

Our Mothers day special- featuring the best Yaya, Malinda! Kaela and her mom sit and talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of parenting. From their favorite things, the hardest parts and the differences in raising kids. Though times and rules have changed over the years, she gives her input of how to turn babies into successful adults. Listen in to hear more!

This episode, we interview Chesley- owner of Say Cheese GR. Not only is she a mom, but she found a passion and turned it into a thriving business! If you’re thinking of taking a leap and believing in yourself- do it!

I think we can all agree that it’s the cutest when toddlers are learning to talk, even if you don’t understand majority of the words coming out of their mouths. Then they talk more and more and as their parent, you start to understand what each incoherent word means. So while someone may not understand what your child is so desperately trying to say, you know from across the house that they’re ask...

If you’re like Kaela, your toddler struggles with everyday ordinary things. For example, bath time! Same time, every single day- yet lately she’s been throwing a fit! Unsure what to do or how to help, Kaela enrolls her in swim class! Listen to this weeks episode to hear more about the struggles and hopes of breaking this new found fear of water!

Before you have kids, you don’t truly understand the crucial role of nap time. Not only for babies and toddlers, but for parents! This episode we talk about the battle of choosing to skip nap and being flexible with plans. We know it’s hit or miss with kids around nap time- you never know how it’ll go! Listen in to see how Dayna and Kaela both handled skipping naps.

This episode, our special guest is our best friend, Becca! Becca is not only a mom of two but is going back to school to be the best version of herself she can be. Becca is at Grad school at Michigan State University, to complete her doctorate degree. If that’s not dedication- we don’t know what is! Listen in to hear more about WHY Becca went back & the advice she gives for those thinking of t...

It’s SPRING BREAK, which in Kaela’s case means no daycare and a crazy week at work. Oh, did we mention her husband took a trip to Florida? Single parents, how do you do it?! From juggling two kids and work this mama is EXHAUSTED. Cheers to you, I see you and bow to you!

This week not only do we have a special guest, but we also have a guest co-host! A nasty stomach bug is going around West Michigan and Kaela, Maesyn, and Atlas all got it. Dayna's husband Jimmy had it the week before, but thankfully she, Zander, and Wyatt avoided it (for now...#prayerhandsemoji) In order to not miss a week, Dayna's mom Joanne, more commonly known to most as "JoJo", joined Dayna in...

This episode is dedicated to all the friends who put forth the extra effort and give grace to those of us learning to balance being a parent and friend! Do you ever get a text, read it, and then NEVER respond? Same. It’s not because we don’t want to chat- it’s because a kid is crying, needs help going potty or wants a snack. Our guest (and Kaela’s Sister in Law), Kelsey, talks about what she has l...

Was transitioning your toddler to a “big kid” bed easy or difficult? Dayna shares her story about Wyatt’s transition so far, and shares a funny story from over the weekend. Though transitions like this can sometimes be nerve wracking, it’s something we all have to prepare for!