Reading Aloud

A re-release of one of our most popular episodes; The little things. In 2019 Marisol and Adam each chose 5 little things(or pet-peeves) that the other one did and got two minutes to state their case as to why that other person should stop doing that thing. The couple debates little things from showing up to the dinner table late (and making a once hot dinner, now cold) to showing up to parties too...

Marisol notes that she does not like talking about her fertility, that it feels deeply personal and that she is nervous about talking about it publicly. Three years later and the Marisol and Adam have grown to talk about fertility, infertility, making babies, IVF and the surrogate process a whole lot! Join us as we listen back on pt. 1 of our fertility series. This was the first time we put out a...

A re-release of the first ever podcast episode from Reading Aloud; Love! Adam and Marisol discuss their favorite topic, love, and its abundance, sharing love, finding love, and trusting your intuition in a relationship. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this jou...

Being a parent is hard enough without the harsh judgement of friends, family, or total strangers. Marisol and Adam discuss Neo's upcoming 2nd birthday party, "the second biggest night in fashion" a baby MET Gala, and the judgement that may surround the night. Big updates on the next step in surrogacy and how they have experienced sharing that news with others and the feeling of the "fertility jour...

As Marisol and Adam move forward with surrogacy, Marisol recounts the feelings of grief and loss she is experiencing at this otherwise joyful and exciting time. The couple went out of town this weekend with their son, Neo and noted that it felt like Neo had recently taken a large developmental leap. They both shared how he felt more connected to Marisol more cuddly than ever before. Adding to your...

Take the red pill or the blue pill... fantasizing about how your life might look if you weren't with the person you married, or if you didn't have kids, or if you never took that job offer. Perfectly normal and healthy form of escapism or a hurtful practice towards your partner? Marisol and Adam discuss the times where they feel distance from one another and what role escapism plays in resetting t...

Marisol and Adam recently flew internationally with their (almost) two year old. Neo was a trooper even with a 104 degree fever. Listen is as they recant medicines, travel gear, entertainment and all of the snacks. Tips, tricks, and pitfalls of flying to Mexico with a toddler. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm...

Marisol and Adam ask one another rapid fire questions to hear their quick and unfiltered response. Want to hear the R rated questions? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Instagram or facebook at @readingaloudpodcast or send us a message at readingaloudlove@gmail.com...

Is communication less about the gender binary and more about functional communication vs. expressive communication? Marisol and Adam received lots of comments about the episode "do men and women text differently" so they decided to revisit the conversation. How does American or Western culture limit our language or behavior in relationships? Is texting a way to get out of a phone call or an additi...

What happens when couples set sex goals? Marisol and Adam set a numerical sex goal for 2023. This is the first time since their infertility journey they've put pressure on themselves around sex. This time, it's supposed to be strictly for fun. But will it be? Their hope is that they find a new depth to their relationship and sex life 8 years into their relationship and post-baby. Listen to hear th...

You hit a moment in parenting when you kiddo is finally sleeping through the night. He can feed himself, wont drown in the tub, and can start to communicate his needs. It feels like you have unlocked a new level of parenthood... Then it hits, Baby Fever! Marisol and Adam describe a recent peaceful evening where it felt like the times before a baby and how they may (or may not) be ready to start al...

How do you are your husband/wife/partner approach a budget? how do you get on the same page about saving money and reaching your financial goals? Marisol and Adam discuss a recent fight they had around the family budget and strategize ways the fight could have gone better and how they each tackle ways to save money. Spending and saving money can be a triggering subject for so many couples and is o...

Marisol and Adam have vastly different approaches to how they communicate via text. A recent texting mishap causes them to open up a conversation about why it seems that men and women text differently. Do you think about managing the feelings of those that you're texting? Or are you just sending a bunch of thumbs up?! Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us...

Marisol and Adam talk through a list of questions that "new" parents should ask themselves before they have kids. Too late! But some of their answers may surprise you! Tune in to find out which ones. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on...

In this exciting 2-part episode, Marisol and Adam recap their 2022 words and set new words of the year for 2023. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Instagram or facebook at @readingaloudpodcast or send us a message at readingaloudlove...

After another setback in their IVF journey and a new update on the possibility of surrogacy, Marisol and Adam are back to the drawing board for kid #2. Tune in to hear how each of them navigates this ever-changing landscape and attempts to align (or not align) their approach with each other. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingalou...

In this week's episode, Marisol and Adam discuss the differences between their first round of IVF and their second round. Why is the second round more "relaxed"? Is that an indication of the baby to come? This episode also includes a conversation on if men today are helping around the house (and with children) more than society thinks they are. What's your experience? Want more Reading Aloud Podca...

The topic of death comes up again on the podcast and Marisol is very interested to learn what Adam's wishes are when he dies. Are they the same as Marisol's? Tune in to find out! Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Instagram or faceboo...

As Marisol and Adam continue to navigate their fertility journey for a second child, several (both expected and unexpected) pathways to pregnancy have emerged. Listen in as they explain each pathway, learn how to navigate multiple pathways at once, and give their honest opinions on the very real possibility of choosing surrogacy for their second IVF baby. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a...

After receiving some difficult news at their latest IVF appointment for baby number two, both Marisol and Adam are in an emotional state. As they recap the experience, different perspectives lead to an argument about how Adam was communicating his overwhelm. Listen in real-time as they hash out the emotional rollercoaster of this IVF journey while trying to find solid ground for their relationship...

Ever wonder what people are talking about in their cars? Listen in as Marisol and Adam journey to their appointment at the fertility clinic and debate whether or not they even want a second baby! Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review) Follow along on this journey through life on Ins...

Building off the ultra-popular episode "Adam Explains Star Wars" our hosts take a quick break from the second baby discussion to talk about Lord Of The Rings, why the magic is real, and - of course - how it all relates to having a second baby. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https://readingaloud.captivate.fm (Subscribe, Download, and Review)...

Kids can be expensive. Marisol and Adam discuss finances and check-in with one another about the cost and spending that comes along with adding another child into your life. Marisol and Adam talk about alternatives to the nuclear family and priorities when it comes to what they need to provide for a baby. Want more Reading Aloud Podcast? Become a member of our Pateron !  Check us out at https...

How much of our inner selves to do we feel comfortable sharing with others? How do we open ourselves up to one another and reveal our shadow selves, or parts of ourself that feels less safe? Is it our responsibility to share those things, or does that fall on the other person to ask the right questions and get us to open up? Adam and Marisol discuss the parts of themselves that they share openly w...

Marisol and Adam discuss their recent experiences with ABC's The Bachelor and what has lead them to proclaim that they will no longer be tuning in. Did the show take things to far? where do you draw the line with over editing and the producers taking control over a storyline? Marisol and Adam discuss their perspectives, how they see themselves in the characters, and if they think they will ever tu...