Jess
The Strugglehood Podcast
Welcome to the show where life, and parenthood, is The Strugglehood. Your host Jess will dive into posts submitted to the internet, give takes on TikTok videos that pique her interest and will even have guests come on that she meets along the way. There are some crazy takes on life and what it means to be a parent out there, and uhh, we have opinions. Will you agree or will her opinions wreak havoc? Join us every Wednesday for a new episode with your friendly neighborhood regular ass mom on the web.
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Episodes
Feng Shui w. expert Patricia Lohan 02.02.2024 53:37
I am beyond excited to have chatted with Feng Shui expert and mastermind Patricia Lohan on the implementation and practice of Feng Shui in every day life and how it can help your parenthood journey. This is a super interesting topic and I want to know your thoughts! Be sure to check out her website to find more information: Website: https://patricialohan.com/ For moms: https://www.powerhousefengsh...
Story of our lives 24.01.2024 1:35:05
Since we have had some new people find this little pod of mine, welcome! The story of my life vs. Kevin's could not be any different from one another, yet at the same time, there are a few parallels. We talk about how religion shaped us each and what I was doing at 15 years old was very different than what he was doing. Tune in and be sure to follow me on Instagram @thestrugglehoodpodcast.
Parenting should come w/ a handbook 18.01.2024 1:04:25
Or should it? This week Kev and I tried to record an epic episode that had me laughing but I forgot....to hit.... record. But we talk about registries, baby showers, hard times parenting and toots. Take a listen! Reddit Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/Parenting/s/P3vhL7DWds https://www.reddit.com/r/Mommit/s/CSGXPXcaq3 https://www.reddit.com/r/Mommit/s/1QEtSnmOQk
A frequent bus rider 10.01.2024 1:04:42
Hey bus riders! Your girl Kaylah B is back with another guest episode and one of her episodes in 2023 was the TOP played by 231%!! I love chatting about ALL things with her, and this week we discuss careers, life, Gypsy Rose and binkies. Tune in and leave us a comment about what you think! Thanks for riding the struggle bus as we keep the Strugglehood real!
New year, new episode, same sh*t 03.01.2024 59:05
New year which means new habits! I am back and I am on a schedule, so you can expect your weekly Wednesday episodes to resume! We have some life updates again since this is the first episode in the new house! Kev and I talk about the challenges we have been going through with life and kids, we read one Reddit story off of the THT subreddit + discuss what we hope 2024 will be like. HAPPY NEW YEAR B...
Life Updates - WE ARE BUYING A HOUSE!! 25.10.2023 49:25
It has been a loooong minute since we last recorded but for good reason (sorta). The last time I released an episode we were going on our family camping trip, and a whole lot has happened since then. Catch up on life with us in today’s episode!! We missed you!
Menty B’s w. Kaylah 02.08.2023 50:06
This week I catch up with Kaylah who has had a wild time in life since our last episode! Poor girl was in a car accident, we talk about mental health stays and in general struggles of being a parent. For me? I do not feel qualified to be a parent to these pre-teens. Take a listen!
Beautiful Untapped w. Tawnee Cole 26.07.2023 1:05:23
This week I talk to mom and creator of the Beautiful Untapped journal, Tawnee Cole! I found her through another creator on TikTok and the purpose behind her genius idea of a journal is to help mothers through the postpartum phase of motherhood by having a tool to encourage moms to practice self care, checkin with themselves and have an outlet outside of medication and therapy to help with everyday...
Life has been busy 19.07.2023 1:00:02
After a 2 week hiatus, I’m back! Kev joins me for another episode where we just catch up and explain how wild life has been lately. Summer keeps us on our toes and we are just doin’ our best! Also, do you and your partner share a blanket in bed? We want to know.
All over the place 28.06.2023 55:38
REDDIT EP. This week Kev joins me again to read some Reddits that have no specific category. I missed recording last week because my work schedule has been ALL over the place (much like this episode is), but we are back! Take a listen and leave us some comments on what you thought of this episode :)
This or That 14.06.2023 52:21
This week Kev joins me again and we give a round of this or that questions. Full disclosure, we talk about shit a few times this episode haha! We get a lil deep but try to keep it light, and we hope you enjoy this episode. Leave us some love and feedback!
Reddits w. Kev 07.06.2023 1:16:34
Happy June & Happy Pride Month! This week Kev and I each selected 2 Reddit stories that range from a mans not landing a kiss after 2 months to a MIL who is indifferent towards her grandkids. Tune in and let us know your thoughts on this weeks stories!
Repeat: Husband Interview 31.05.2023 1:25:40
After a series of guest-host episodes with other parents who found me on TikTok, I’m resharing Kevin and I’s first ever episode together as we gear up for next weeks episode with him on! Next week we will be doing a Reddit Episode, but since we have had a ton of new listeners and followers join us, I wanted to reintroduce who we are and our love story :) Thanks for being here!
Taking a Break w. Drake M. 24.05.2023 2:01:35
This week we have a DAD on y'all!! I found Drake through TikTok when I commented on one of his hilarious videos. He is a music producer, dad and husband to his awesome wife, and has insight on ALL the things!! He has one daughter, about to welcome their son very soon. We talk about what that will look like, his journey with his wife and John Mayer. Tune in and be sure to follow him on TikTok a...
Taking a Break w. Shelby D. 17.05.2023 1:00:28
***TRIGGER WARNING*** Topics in today’s episode include pedophilia and sexual assault while Shelby shares more about her story as a survivor. Shelby is one seriously hilarious individual - we chat about our kids (we both have a Charli!), why she may not want to have a wedding after her recent engagement (FINALLY!!) and we will be definitely doing a follow up on why we hate our MIL’s. Take a listen...
Taking a Break w. Brooke B. 10.05.2023 1:01:06
I’m back with another guest host and this week we talk about Brooke’s TikTok about our Queen Ms. Rachel that got 5 MILLION views, reality tv, being a SAHM and I even give her one Reddit story for us to chat about. Her and I are similar in SO many ways, and I can’t wait for you to listen! Let us know what you think and don’t forget to give us a 5 star rating if you want more content like this.
Best Friends for 2 decades 03.05.2023 1:26:51
This week I am elated to have my best friend of nearly 20 YEARS on for an episode! Mariah and I go way back, and through ALL of it, we have always been besties. This week we talk about co-sleeping, what it’s like parenting when one of your own has passed, some childhood memories and more! Let us know how you liked our episode ❤️
Taking a break w. Beth R. 19.04.2023 1:09:55
Baby lead weaning (BLW), cutting off relationships that don’t suit us, being fans of formula feeding, screen time and ALL the things are what Beth and I are chatting about this week! It can be hard to feel like you’re doing things right in a world where TikTok consistently tells us we are wrong, no matter how hard we try. Take a listen to this weeks episode and let us know what you think on what m...
Taking a break w. Kaylah B. 12.04.2023 1:11:17
This week I caught up with another momma who found me through TikTok, and I am so happy to have her on! Kaylah and I chat about BPD (Bipolar Personality Disorder), the Sims, how hard it is to gentle parent and more. You can find Kaylah on TikTok and Instagram @kaylahdean_ Let us know what you think of today’s episode!
Taking a break w. Victoria G. 05.04.2023 1:02:45
I took last week off for my birthday, but this week I am back with another guest host, Victoria, who is a wife, photographer, small business owner and mom (just like myself)! She has some great takes on doing motherhood, and in light of yet another school shooting in America, I think the timing of this episode (which was recorded prior to the recent Tennessee school shooting) is great because she...
Taking a break w. Mariah Y. 22.03.2023 1:18:47
This week I bring another momma onto the show to talk about ALL the things! Like, how the war on breastfeeding vs. formula feeding is still a thing and it shouldn’t be, what it’s like being a camp counselor for the summer, having kids closer together... all the things! SUCH a fun episode - leave a comment and let us know what you think!
Taking a break w. Kayla L. 15.03.2023 1:27:01
TW: Topics on this weeks episode include addiction, mental health struggles and suicide. This week a new series kicks off called “Taking a break with...” where people I meet along the way will come on and be guests on the podcast! Today’s episode with Kayla is a powerful one. She discusses her journey through addiction and recovery, and what it’s been like both before she became a mom and after en...
Husband Interview 08.03.2023 1:25:40
This week I brought my very own husband, Kev/Kevin/KJ on for an episode to tell the story of us, and I interview him regarding what parenthood has been like so far!! He is my best friend, the best husband and even more - the best dad to our kids and I am excited to share more about our journey since our parenthood journeys both started VERY differently. Check it out and let us know what you think!
Accidents Happen 02.03.2023 40:46
This week I talk about how accidents happen - whether it be pregnancy, child tantrums causing an injury or a daycare situation. Accidents are the word of parenthood it seems. Tune in and drop a comment! Reddit links for this episode: https://www.reddit.com/r/Mommit/comments/tmosew/how_the_actual_hell_do_people_get_pregnant_on/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf https://www...
Mom Frustrations 22.02.2023 39:21
This week I cover 3 Reddit posts revolving general frustrations that can come with being a mom. Like, how annoying it can be for others to be inconsiderate with their sick kids? It also can be hard trying to find ways to entertain them when you don’t have many resources to go places. OH, and let’s not forget getting touched/talked out.... I feel that to my core. Catch it all this week on Episode 6...
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