AnchorMoms: The Podcast

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 125 Jul 20, 2022

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Covid strikes again in the Killen household. River tests positive once again (surprise!). The challenges of being a working mom and in the era of a global pandemic-- that can strike not once---but over and over. On that note, one writer ends up in the hospital with what she thinks is appendicitis, but actually has more to do with the fact that she never uses the bathroom alone. How her mom and caregiving responsibilities landed her in the ER. Also, an economist crunches number to take the guessing out of parenting decisions. And a mom of three girls weighs in on why ultimately the gender of your kids doesn't matter as much as some parents think it does.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 124 Jul 13, 2022

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A divorced dad says his daughters’ friends aren’t allowed to stay or play at his home. Why this not only impacts his relationship with his kids but also sends a poor message to his daughters—that could impact them years down the road.

Another writer says her kids have zero chill. The AnchorMOMS debate if ANY kids have ANY chill. The answer: maybe.

And coming to a city near your (or at least Asheville) an Uber (of sorts) for kids. Karen is in; Katie has a lot of questions.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 123 Jul 06, 2022

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 123

Is a vacation a vacation with kids in tow? The AnchorMOMS think not. Karen tells the tale of her most recent trip.

Also, speaking of vacays, friend-vacations are on the rise. Why vacationing with your buddies may make for stronger bonds.

Plus, according to one publication, more research is done on dairy milk than breast milk. How scientists are ramping up their work on breastfeeding and why it’s so difficult for some women.

Lastly, one writer dares you use the bathroom like a dad. Why dads get it right when it comes to taking time for themselves.

MUMS the Word! LIAMST Indoor & Outdoor Playard for Kids Activity Center

LIAMST’s portable fence can turn any place into a safe play space, allowing moms to free up their hands to do their own thing.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 122 Jun 29, 2022

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Sometimes it’s harder not to act---than it is to act as a parent. One mom and writer says parents who give their kids a leg up (a MAJOR leg up! Read: jobs, cars, homes!) aren’t helping their offspring’s long-term success. The ridiculousness of some of the lengths parents will go to and why sometimes it’s a fine line between helping and hurting.

Plus, the CDC changes some milestones for babies and kids for the first time in nearly two decades. Why the changes may make life easier for parents.

And fantasy vs reality: parenting edition. Remember when you thought your kid would eat whatever you put in front of them? Or how about that you would sleep when the baby sleeps? Parents are sharing their pre-parenting fallacies and they’re spot on.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 121 Jun 22, 2022

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Red flags for spoiled brats. A litmus test to know if your kid is just an average brat or a really big brat. The AnchorMOMS share some intervention tips from experts.

Also, does a shower fall under the category of self-care? A mom in a viral video weighs in.

Lastly, parents in California could soon sue social media companies for their kids’ internet addiction. Ridiculous or right on the money? Katie and Karen discuss.

MUMS THE WORD! Jacqui Lee 3 Books Collection Set (This is Crab, This is Frog & This is Owl)

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 120 Jun 15, 2022

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News flash: the state of the world is A LOT. But if you’re an expectant parent, it could be downright terrifying. Formula shortages, school shootings, a pandemic…you name it—it’s out there. How some soon-to-be moms are coping.

And budgeting for a family can be tough. Who commonly pays the bills in a two-parent household and why it can cause tension. Is one dad wrong for demanding his wife start a budget spreadsheet?

Plus, what did moms do before google? How many times a new mom googles baby questions in the first year of their child’s life.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 119 Jun 08, 2022

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The AnchorMOMS welcome guest host and ABC 4 meteorologist Sonya Stevens.

Sonya talks about balancing mom life with meteorology.

Also, parenting mistakes that will destroy your kids’ mental health. How to save on those therapy bills now.

Plus, Karen searches for the perfect teeth whitening system. Spoiler Alert: zero tips here but some fun ensues.

And when bedtime rituals are literally painful for one mom. Advice on reading with your kids when they’re just not that into it.

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 118 Jun 01, 2022

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 117 May 25, 2022

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A survey on the State of Motherhood in 2022 is out, and, to the surprise of no one, it ain't good. How the Covid pandemic has played a huge role in complicating modern-day parenthood and what's changed in the past five years.

And a psychologist weighs in on 7 skills that successful kids have vs kids who struggle. You might even argue they're skills that even adults should work on.

And it's a weird time to be 2-years-old, no? These are the kids that never knew a time before masks and restrictions. How the pandemic has shaped kids developmentally and how they might emerge unscathed and even stronger.

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