The Timms Take

In this episode, Matt and Rachel recap the last two weeks including shots, games with Oliver, and moving. They also offer two very different takes (it's worth listening to the end for Rachel's).   As always, want to write in? You can reach out to timmstake@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Mentioned in this episode: Jenny & Tyler, "In Everything You Do"

This week Matt and Rachel look back at the first six months of parenting and grant awards, from the Best 2-Way Player to the "When Doctors Don't Cut It" Award. We also talk about some small changes to the podcast going forward. As always, want to write in? You can reach out to timmstake@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Mentioned in this episode: Our glider/chair/non-snugg...

Rachel and Matt talk about the twenty-fifth week of parenting, from a sweet greeting to a less-festive-than-expected curbside pickup. Have a question or comment or feedback for the future of the podcast? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: " Bear cub climbs mountain to reunite with mama bear " (we found it with a single Google search)

Rachel and Matt talk about the twenty-fourth week of parenting and they get really, well, real, as they reflect on Matt's struggles and how their different personalities impacts their marriage and parenting. Have a question or comment? Have an easy solution to all Matt's struggles? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! 

Rachel and Matt talk about the twenty-third week of parenting, from missed naps (for Matt!) to how we think more intentionally about this next season of life. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! 

Rachel and Matt talk about the twenty-second week of parenting, from Oliver's first solid food to railing against the tyranny of too many clasps on baby clothes. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: Magnolia Lounge Wear Me Undies Men's Yoga Pants (apparently, to Rachel's point, actually called the Men's Lounge Pant) Travel Fre...

Rachel and Matt talk about the twenty-first week of parenting, from that ongoing sleep regression (it was not over) to crib life to buying a house! Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: IKEA's Sundvik Crib Solly's Crib Sheets

Rachel and Matt talk about the twentieth week of parenting, from the joy Oliver brings to the dreaded four month sleep regression.  Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: Precious Little Sleep by Alexis Dubief Kendra Adachi's  The Lazy Genius Way

Rachel and Matt talk about the nineteenth week of parenting, from high chairs to a holy poop explosion. Plus, we hear from a couple of listeners - one affirming and one filing a complaint! Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: Peds Doc Talk episode: " Let's Eat! Introduction of Solids " Our Cuisinart Electric Griddler . (As I type t...

Rachel and Matt talk about the eighteenth week of parenting, from a four month appointment to the highs and lows of a stricter evening schedule. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!  Mentioned in this episode: Odessa James Photography (Rachel's good friend Shelby - check her out!) Baby Geniuses in case you're interested without a recommendation. Book darts !

Rachel and Matt talk about the seventeenth week of parenting, from losing keys to a really hard day.  Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Mentioned in this episode: Photo: Welcome to Chez Olivier , a pop-up bistro featuring the owner. The Art In Life (Blog): "My Baby is Inconvenient&...

Rachel and Matt talk about the fifteenth week of parenting, from Oliver's first word (not really) to the joys and challenges of friendships in this season. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Mentioned in this episode: Podcasts brought up (again): Dadville , Coffee & Crumbs Lemon...

Can't get enough Timms Takes? How about three more? In this bonus episode, Rachel and Matt are joined by their siblings(-in-law), Caleb, Lauren, and Joel. Recorded two months ago, this episode gives both a fun glance back and a special look at the reflections of an uncle or aunt. Want to send something into the mailbag? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! 

Rachel and Matt talk about the fifteenth week of parenting, from Oliver's first word (not really) to the joys and challenges of friendships in this season. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Mentioned (again) in this episode: Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cake  (just in case you mi...

Rachel and Matt talk about the fourteenth week of parenting, from jury duty life hacks to parenting trackers. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode. Our particular question for this week: How do you deal with transitions? Cold turkey? Or gradual change? Let us know! Things mentioned in this e...

Rachel and Matt talk about the thirteenth(!) week of parenting, from tummy time to Oliver's shifting relationship to car rides. Also, the return of mailbag (this time a physical edition). Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Things mentioned in this episode: Dadville Podcast: Deep Lun...

Rachel and Matt talk about the twelfth week of parenting, from an almost-complete workout to the manipulative depths that short naps plunge Matt to. Plus, talk about dishwashers. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode. 

Rachel and Matt talk about the eleventh week of parenting, from the end of Rachel's maternity leave to watching television and movies in chunks. Plus, there's a new segment in town: "I'm Not Just A Parent." Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode. 

Rachel and Matt talk about the tenth week of parenting, from the challenges of being present to how much stuff a baby actually needs. Oh, and we even went on a hike. Kind of. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode. 

Rachel and Matt talk about the ninth week of parenting, from post-vaccine wailing to world-stopping smiles. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Things mentioned in this episode: Emily Oster's book  Cribsheet Joy Eggerich Reed's Instagram account (for an example of what Rachel wa...

Rachel and Matt talk about the eighth week of parenting, from healthy bodies to laundry racks. Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Things mentioned in this episode: Episode 12: Motherhood and Body Image from Coffee and Crumbs (must be their Patreon supporter to access though) Matt's...

Rachel and Matt talk about the seventh week of parenting, from the mini cone incident to a visit with family.  Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Or better yet, send us a voice memo and you might hear yourself in a future episode.  Things mentioned in this episode: The Little Book of Support for New Moms  by Beccy Hands and Alexis Stickland

Rachel and Matt talk about the sixth week of parenting, from a particular hard day to Matt's existential battle with productivity. Plus, we have a new mailbag leader! Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com! Things mentioned in this episode: Baby Bjorn Bouncer Wonder Weeks App

Rachel and Matt talk about the fifth week of parenting, from bathing woes to almost smiles (or full smiles - it's the big question of the week). Plus, the mailbag opens up again! Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!

Rachel and Matt talk about the fourth week of parenting, from navigating a pandemic to getting some good sleep (thanks pacifier!). Plus, a mailbag segment.  Have a question or comment? Email us at timmstake@gmail.com!