AnchorMoms: The Podcast

Latest Episodes:

185 - AnchorMOMS: Too old to Trick or Treat and avoiding the mistakes of our parents Oct 25, 2023

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How old is too old to Trick or Treat? Some municipalities are policing Halloween fun.

Plus, as a parent, it's easy to make the same mistakes as our own parents. Some surprising advice on triggers that will have many moms taking a deep breath.

And work done at parents' place of employment is NOT the same as the work done at home. Why the distinction matters.

MUMS the Word! Not Your Mother's!

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184 - Pet parenting, making your kids happier & judgy influencers Oct 18, 2023

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Pet parenting is on the rise across the globe. The lengths folks will go to when making sure their furry friends are well taken care of.

And how to make your kid happier and well-adjusted? The answer is counterintuitive and so simple you'll wonder why you didn't think of it sooner.

Lastly, an influencer without kids criticizes a mom on her phone at the park. When the AnchorMOMS say it *IS* okay to unplug and why we shouldn't judge.

MUMS the Word! Faceplant Bamboo Cotton Active Jogger Pants

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183 - Why kids need mental health days too Oct 11, 2023

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Is your kid exhausted after a long day of school plus extracurricular activities? One mom says she lets her child pick a day each month to skip school and relax. Good idea? Or will this get you in trouble?

Plus, how to teach your kids to deal with stress in the right way. How modeling good coping methods could help them succeed later in life.

And should moms be judged for zoning out on their phones while their kids play at the playground? The Anchormoms weigh in...

MUMS the Word: Need some new sunglasses? Here's Katie's pick!

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Episode 182 - Fall activity schedule driving moms bonkers & lowering parenting standards Oct 04, 2023

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Fall is in full swing and so is the activity schedule. No real advice here, just solidarity for those other working moms burning the candle on both ends. It's gonna be worth it, right?

Plus, the average times a year moms feel like bad mothers. Spoiler alert: it's a lot. The one big reason behind that heartbreaking statistic.

And, one dad says his partner needs to lower her standards when it comes to parenting. Why one expert says both dad AND mom could be right.

MUMS the Word! Dear Alana. A devout Colorado youth, Alana Chen, disappears from Boulder, leaving behind dozens of journals that reveal fatal secrets about sexuality and faith.

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AnchorMoms: How to raise the happiest kids Sep 27, 2023

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Most of your married girlfriends all have one thing in common: they took their husband's last name after the wedding. One writer breaks down why many women say "I do" to the name change and details the ladies who are bucking the trend.

The Netherlands is home to the happiest kids. What they're doing right according the one expert.

And more flight drama. Why one dad is catching flack for not sitting with his family during a plane ride?

MUMS the Word: MAC Cremesheen Lipstick

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AnchorMOMS: Dads, divorces, & the surprising secret to a happy marriage Sep 20, 2023

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Do dads deserve a gold star for looking after their own kids? If you're watching the Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner divorce saga play out, the answer could be: yes. The double standard exists both in real life and in the celebrity world.

And here's one headline a lot of working moms didn't see coming: a happy marriage matters more than a career. The surprising facts behind the claim and how and why we've been missing the mark for decades.

Plus, you're not the only one who has piles of "stuff" around their house. One mom laments the issue and points to a surprising reason for the clutter.

MUMS the Word! The Honest Company Conditioning Hair Detangler

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AnchorMOMS: "Can the dreaded PTA actually be the best thing for moms?" Sep 13, 2023

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Most of us working moms do anything we can to avoid committing to the PTA, including Karen and Katie. BUT, we discuss a new perspective on volunteering at your child's school. It could open up new social events, friendships, and work opportunities.

These two busy moms are now even considering joining! And the baby name discussion takes another turn. What trends will we see in the future and will those classics make a comeback? Find out on this week's new episode of Anchormoms.

MUMS the Word: Need a new lunchbox for the school year? This is Karen's new favorite

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 178: Overcoming back to school fits and fights Sep 06, 2023

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As parents settle back into the swing of school schedules, many kids are settling back into bad habits once the school day is over. The AnchorMoms tackle "after-school restraint collapse", what it means, why it happens and how to stop it.

If your kids are melting down each afternoon, you're not alone. Tune in for tips that help keep fall less frantic.

Plus, there's a new push for privacy when it comes to posting your children online. How some of the biggest influencers are changing their feed and why the shift is happening now.

Mums the Word: Need to fix damaged nails? Katie says this at-home kit is amazing

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 177 Aug 30, 2023

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News flash for Moms: You don't have to do all of the things. As the new school year, there is a particular kind of pressure to buy all of the things, snap all of the pictures and perform all of the rituals. But what if you didn't? One writer opts out.

Also, navigating relationships with the parents of your kids' friends. Should you be bosom buddies or let it be? A mom with experience weighs in.

And if your kid is rude, it might be a good thing. The research behind behavior that many parents find less than desirable.

MUMS the Word! The Kissing Hand

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AnchorMOMS: The Podcast, Episode 176 Aug 23, 2023

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It's the final gasp of summer break for most kids across the country and one mom is declaring this year's break a major success, in a large part...because she (and her kids) avoided all of the hustle and bustle of summer camp. Why the pressure exists and why the end result was much better than the writer anticipated.

And if you're sending your little one off to kindergarten this year, some tips for easing both your kid's nerves, as well as yours.

Lastly, kids vs dogs. Some folks can't tolerate either at a restaurant. Why it might be a lose-lose for everyone.

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