We are the Hanson's / Family Life, Practical Tips & Self-Care

A weekend filled with everything that matters most—family, laughter, fireworks, weddings, birthdays, and unforgettable memories. Myia Hanson shares the joy of celebrating a future bride, a Fourth of July cookout, hilarious family moments (including the now-legendary yogurt fight), and a birthday surrounded by the people she loves most.

This week on We Are the Hansons , we're sharing one of our favorite kinds of weekends—the simple ones. From Morgan and Ty spending the weekend with us, shopping for Maddie's perfect cowgirl boots before her Branson concert, relaxing with movies, enjoying McDonald's breakfast, cooling off with a family swim, sharing a home-cooked dinner, and ending the weekend with a spontaneous late-night trip to...

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia shares a special Father's Day weekend filled with celebrating Morgan's birthday, family cornhole tournaments, delicious homemade desserts, and a Father's Day Mexican feast. Through laughter, stories, and time spent together, the Hansons reflect on the importance of family, creating memories, and appreciating the simple moments that become life...

This week on We Are the Hansons , Myia shares a heartfelt look at a weekend that didn't seem extraordinary at first—Maddie's rummage sale adventure with Gavin and Riley, a family fishing trip that brought in bluegill, sunfish, striper bass, and catfish, graduation pictures for nephew Jonny at the Japanese Garden, and a relaxing Sunday night of taco bowls and UFC fights with family and friends. It'...

In this special episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia celebrates Morgan’s upcoming birthday while sharing the exciting news that Morgan and her family are expecting a baby girl due October 22. Through stories, memories, family traditions, and reflections on parenthood and grandparenthood, this episode highlights the beauty of growing families, cherished moments, and the joy of welcoming a new gener...

oin Myia Hanson as she shares the story of Maddie's unforgettable birthday celebration. From backyard water balloon battles and squirt gun wars to burgers on the grill, sweet summer treats, family laughter, and even an unexpected hamster surprise, this episode captures everything that makes large-family life so special. It's a heartfelt reminder that the greatest memories aren't found in expensive...

A slow and meaningful Memorial Day weekend filled with sunshine, hummingbirds, Target runs, family memories, off-roading adventures, and the simple moments that remind us what really matters. In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , Jeremy and Myia reflect on family, growing kids, slowing down, and finding beauty in ordinary life.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

A simple family weekend in Washington, Missouri turns into an unforgettable memory as the Hansons spend time with Morgan and Ty, explore the downtown art festival, enjoy hotel swimming nights with the girls, and receive the biggest surprise of all — a baby announcement that changes everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...

This week on We Are the Hansons , we share one of the most heartfelt and beautiful weekends our family has had in a long time — Mother’s Day weekend. From breakfast made with love and surprise visits from the kids to flowers covering the kitchen counters, grandbabies filling the house with laughter, and a family cookout around the grill, this episode is a reminder that the greatest moments in life...

A simple Sunday turns into something unforgettable as the Hanson family navigates chaos, creativity, and connection at a Route 66 art show—ending in a quiet, meaningful reminder of what truly matters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

 heartfelt and fun celebration episode of We Are the Hansons as the family comes together to celebrate Gavin’s 19th birthday surrounded by love, laughter, and unforgettable moments with family and friends. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this heartwarming episode of We Are the Hansons – The Heart of Home , we celebrate the simple but powerful joy of family time and the unforgettable moments that come when loved ones come to visit. From laughter-filled gatherings to meaningful conversations, it’s all about what truly makes a house feel like home. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

A heartfelt look at one unforgettable night as Maddie steps into prom with confidence, courage, and the full support of a family that knows how to show up. From morning chaos to late-night stories, this episode captures the beauty of growing up, letting go, and holding onto the moments that matter most.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

A House Full of Love: Easter Weekend with Our Family is a heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons that takes you inside a joyful, chaotic, and memory-filled holiday weekend. From long-awaited reunions and grandkids filling the house with laughter to shared meals, cornhole competition, and quiet moments of gratitude—this episode captures the beauty of family, togetherness, and the moments that trul...

A spring day in the woods turns into a story we’ll never forget—four boys chasing fish, the rest of us hunting morels, and a surprise run-in with seed ticks that changed everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Maddie just started her very first job at 14—and it’s a big moment for the whole family. In this episode of We Are the Hansons , we talk about what it really means for kids to start working, the lessons that come with earning that first paycheck, and how parents can balance responsibility without taking away childhood. From her first shifts at Culver’s to the bigger life lessons behind it all, thi...

On this episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia Hanson shares the story of Tristan’s 20th birthday celebration — a day filled with family, laughter, comfort food, and unforgettable weather. With 74 chicken wings , Grandma Darlene’s mac and cheese and mashed potatoes , and a house full of brothers, cousins, friends, and loved ones, the Hansons gathered together to celebrate Tristan reaching an importa...

n this special episode of We Are the Hansons , host Myia Hanson celebrates a beautiful milestone—Lyanna’s first birthday. Myia reflects on the incredible first year of Lyanna’s life, sharing heartfelt moments, family memories, and the joy that comes with watching a little one grow in a big, loving family. From tiny giggles and first steps to birthday cake and family traditions, this episode is a w...

Summer doesn’t just arrive in the Hanson house — it explodes. In this deeply personal episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia opens the door wide and invites you into the sacred in-between — that stretch of days right before summer officially begins. The air shifts. The evenings linger. The kids stop asking about homework and start asking, “When are we going?” With thirteen kids, four grandbabies (an...

In July 2017, our world stopped. Anailyn was born premature at just three pounds, six ounces after sixteen days in the hospital and an emergency C-section. She couldn’t breathe on her own. Doctors diagnosed a severe blood infection, spinal meningitis, a grade four brain bleed, and fluid on her brain. At one point, we were told she might not survive. This episode shares the full story of eighty-six...

This Valentine’s Day, Jeremy and Myia celebrate love the real way — in the middle of family life, busy schedules, and everyday chaos. In this special episode of We Are the Hansons , they share honest stories about marriage, commitment, raising kids, and keeping romance alive through every season. It’s about choosing love daily — not just on holidays. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we share how our family spent the 2026 Super Bowl — not just watching the game, but enjoying what really mattered: time together. With our older sons Collin, Tristan, Gavin, and Keenan home, plus the younger girls gathered around, it became a night filled with laughter, good food, conversation, and connection. We talk about why simple family tradit...

Watching your child’s heart break is one of the hardest parts of being a parent—and no one really prepares you for it. In this deeply personal episode of We Are the Hansons , we talk honestly about what it feels like when our kids experience heartbreak for the first time, whether it’s a broken friendship, rejection, betrayal, or young love ending. As parents of a big family, we’ve seen heartbreak...

Snow days hit a little different at our house. With a full house, online public virtual school, and a schedule that usually runs like a well-oiled machine… all it takes is one winter storm or power outage to throw everything beautifully off the rails. In this episode of We Are the Hansons , we’re talking about what snow days really look like in our home—from kids hoping the Wi-Fi goes out, to pare...

What if the very things that drive you crazy as a parent are the same things you’ll ache for one day? In this heartfelt and deeply relatable episode of We Are the Hansons , host Myia Hanson reflects on the everyday moments of parenting that test our patience but quietly shape our memories. From the constant noise and endless questions to the messes, interruptions, bedtime rituals, and big emotions...