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Allison Kuch & Isaac Rochell on success, family & finding balance after baby Nov 03, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by the Rochells (or should we call them the Kuch family??) — Allison Kuch (content creator, podcaster & self-proclaimed “30-year-old teen mom”) and her husband Isaac Rochell (former NFL player turned broadcaster and certified girl dad) for a double date.

We talk about everything — from how they met at Notre Dame (and yes their first date was at Starbucks like Google says) to surviving long distance, navigating finances, and redefining “success” after becoming parents.

They open up about solo parenting while busy with work travel, postpartum depression, exclusive pumping for a year (aka living attached to “the robot”), prenups, and how they keep their relationship strong through all of it.

Plus: girl vs. boy parenting, who’s the better cook (“Dads Eat Last” energy), their flight-point obsession, and what their next chapter looks like now that life after football is in full swing.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Cold open — Baby #2 gender chat, “girl dad” → “boy dad,” how many kids?

00:03:31 Welcome + guest intro — Allison Kuch & Isaac Rochell (Double Date)

00:06:15 From NFL to content — vulnerability and sharing real life online

00:17:38 Money talk — dual-income setup, advisors, and the (non)-prenup story

00:26:36 Prioritizing the relationship — different sleep needs, at-home dates, flexibility

00:33:12 “Dads Eat Last” — Isaac cooks, dishes, and their bedtime routine together

00:41:00 Solo parenting — systems, setting each other up, and staying supportive

00:43:25 50/50 parenting in practice (sponsored by Nanit)

00:47:02 It’s not a double date without talking about flights 😂

00:50:30 How they met — Notre Dame and a first date at Starbucks

00:53:10 The breakup… and the pre-planned Bali trip (plus how they rekindled)

00:55:07 Long-distance that worked — trust, frequent visits, costs & FaceTime habits

01:01:30 Redefining “success” after baby — priorities vs. definition, staying ambitious

01:10:00 Football dads & stage moms — healthy pressure vs. letting kids love sports

01:17:07 Postpartum depression & a year of exclusive pumping

01:24:35 Thanks for listening!

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It’s a boy!!! Oct 30, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast — IT’S A BOY!!! 🎉 We’re breaking down everything from how we found out, how we’re feeling now that we know, and why I was so sure it was a girl (spoiler: I was wrong).

We get into the excitement, the nerves, and what we’re most looking forward to about welcoming a little boy, plus our thoughts on gender-reveal parties and which old wives’ tales actually held up.

Before all that — family-style dinners at weddings (the BEST??), a father-son moment at the World Series, and a full pregnancy update with all the latest symptoms.

In Bicker of the Week: is it gross to put your suitcase on the bed? (We NOW have the same take LOL) And of course, in Things We DMed Each Other: why McDonald’s Diet Coke just hits different, and getting ready for Tate’s second Halloween 👻

LOVE YOU GUYS — thanks for celebrating this big moment with us!! 💙

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:02:54 It’s a boy!!!

00:04:05 Is family style dinner the best way to do a wedding?!

00:07:20 Is THIS an etiquette “party foul”?

00:13:52 Father-son moment at the World Series

00:16:26 How we told our families the baby’s gender

00:19:32 Pregnancy update: all the latest symptoms

00:26:32 Why I was SO SURE it was a girl…

00:28:30 How we feel about having a boy

00:33:36 What makes us nervous about having a baby boy

00:36:20 House updates: prepping for another baby!

00:38:32 How we found out we were having a boy

00:40:45 Our thoughts on gender reveal parties

00:43:30 10 Old wive’s tales for predicting gender

00:49:12 Bicker of the Week: Is it gross to put your suitcase on the bed?

00:51:30 Things We DMed Eachother: Why Diet Coke at McDonald’s tastes better

00:54:00 Getting ready for Halloween!

00:56:33 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Touring an AI school, honeymoon planning & transitioning to one nap Oct 23, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re covering it all — from our AI school tour (yes, AI school is a real thing??) to wedding and honeymoon updates (we may have picked a destination?? (& its a SECRET)) and life with a toddler who’s officially transitioning to one nap.

We’re also talking first-trimester nausea (Sea-Bands for the win - maybe??), Harrison’s (and Jules’!!!) Jonas Brothers concert night out (plus Rob’s Backstage Popcorn BTS), and a recap of the Louvre jewel heist bc we can’t stop thinking about it.

Then, we get into etiquette that still matters (thank-you notes, “Mr.” and “Ms.”, saying hi to other parents) before Things We DMed Each Other — like the funniest things that are physically impossible during pregnancy and the fact that your heart literally grows while pregnant (!!!).

LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:55 How to start posting content (without cringing)

00:08:00 Jonas Brothers Concert Recap + Rob’s Backstage Popcorn

00:14:29 Wedding planning & honeymoon updates

00:19:30 Louvre jewel heist recap

00:24:20 Toddler updates: dropping naps & bottles

00:28:40 Pregnancy update: nausea, Sea-Bands, trending better

00:34:05 Bicker of the Week: Man vs. Purse

00:37:10 School discussion: at-home, public/private, Alpha (AI school)

00:54:00 Etiquette that still matter (Mr./Ms., thank-you notes)

01:01:50 Things We DMed: funny things impossible during pregnancy

01:03:48 Things We DMed: your heart literally grows in pregnancy

01:05:05 LOVE YOU GUYS

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Tylenol during pregnancy, vaccines & what really matters for your baby’s health (with Dr. Ari Brown) Oct 20, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Ari Brown (board-certified pediatrician and author of the bestselling 411 book series) for a conversation about what truly matters for your baby’s health.

Dr. Brown brings decades of experience helping parents cut through the noise of modern parenting. In this episode, she shares evidence-backed guidance on pregnancy nutrition (what to eat and what to avoid), the latest research on Tylenol use during pregnancy, and the other lifestyle choices that actually influence your baby’s development during pregnancy. (PLUS how to tell what’s real medical advice versus internet myths.)

We also asked about newborn and toddler health — everything from Hep B shots and vitamin K right after birth to vaccines, breast milk versus formula, picky eating, and how to handle screen time for young kids.

Science-based, judgment-free, and grounded in real pediatric expertise, this episode covers everything we (and you guys!!!) are genuinely curious about when it comes to keeping your baby healthy.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:30 Meet Dr. Ari Brown — board-certified pediatrician & author of the 411 book series

00:07:11 Pregnancy nutrition: best foods for baby growth + what to avoid

00:21:32 Tylenol & ibuprofen during pregnancy — what research says

00:25:16 How to separate real medical advice from internet noise

00:27:40 Medication for nausea, depression & anxiety in pregnancy

00:32:40 What lifestyle choices actually impact baby development

00:34:48 Newborn care in the hospital: Hep B, vitamin K & eye ointment

00:39:50 Vaccines explained — what every new parent should know

00:53:48 Why U.S. kids’ health is declining (Dr. Brown’s perspective)

00:55:07 Toddler nutrition 101: balanced meals & picky eaters

00:59:27 Breast milk vs formula — finding what works for your family

01:00:57 Screen time for kids — realistic guidelines for parents

01:04:27 Dr. Ari Brown’s final thoughts on parenting today

01:06:16 Thanks for listening!

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How pregnancy has impacted our relationship: connection, communication, & conflict Oct 16, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re breaking down how pregnancy #2 has changed our relationship. From deeper connection and more appreciation to a few more... heated moments (hi, hormones), we’re talking about what this season has brought up for us both.

We get into the big stuff: how communication looks different this time around, how we handle conflict during high-emotion days, and how partners can take care of themselves while supporting someone who’s pregnant (it matters more than you think!!).

Before all that: when’s the best time to travel with a baby (we have thoughts), why this stage of Tate (1 year old!!) might actually be our favorite yet, and a discussion on the “mom guilt” that’s starting to creep in while sick in bed.

And in Things We DMed Each Other: a $30K baby-name consultant (????????) and a debate over whether pregnancy is actually harder than running a marathon (we’re siding with pregnancy). Oh and Harrison is wondering if either of us can secretly sing hahahahaha

LOVE YOU GUYS ❤️

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:02:42 When is the best time to travel with a baby in the first year?

00:10:00 Why this stage of parenthood has been our favorite so far

00:13:23 Mom guilt during pregnancy

00:17:04 How pregnancy is impacting our relationship

00:19:04 The positive changes pregnancy brought to our relationship

00:26:30 Dealing with conflict during high-emotion (and high-hormone) times

00:43:15 How partners can take care of themselves while supporting a pregnant partner

00:46:50 CWhy clear communication matters more than ever during pregnancy

00:49:00 Things We DMed: The $30K baby name consultant

00:51:12 Things We DMed: Is pregnancy really harder than a marathon?

00:55:45 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Pregnancy Q&A: How we knew we were ready, wedding timeline & 2 under 2 Oct 13, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re answering all your biggest pregnancy questions (THANK YOU FOR SUBMITTING!!) — from how we knew we were ready for baby #2 to what our wedding timeline looks like now.

Everything from due date, birth plan, gender guesses, baby names, and breastfeeding again, to whether the new baby will join the nanny share (spoiler: kind of, but not really).

We also get into how this pregnancy has affected our relationship, how Tate’s reacting to the news (we think she knows??), and how different this second time around already feels.

LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:03:38 Pregnancy Q&A: Was it planned?

00:04:10 Pregnancy Q&A:How did you know you were ready for a second baby?

00:08:38 Pregnancy Q&A: When are you due? Second baby birth plan?

00:12:42 Pregnancy Q&A: Will you find out gender? Are you hoping for a girl or boy?

00:20:45 Pregnancy Q&A: Wedding before or after baby?

00:23:44 Pregnancy Q&A: How many kids do you want? Age gaps? Was this the age gap You wanted this time?

00:30:23 Pregnancy Q&A: Any names picked out?

00:35:38 Pregnancy Q&A: Are you going to breast feed / how do you feel about breastfeeding again?

00:37:48 Pregnancy Q&A: Will the baby join the nanny share

00:40:26 Pregnancy Q&A: Does Tate understand I’m pregnant?

00:42:48 Pregnancy Q&A: What has been the effect on your relationship finding out you’re pregnant with baby #2?

00:45:30 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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We’re having a baby!!! (again) Oct 09, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast… WE’RE HAVING ANOTHER BABY!!! (That’s it, that’s the episode LOL). This week we cover everything from how the second pregnancy feels different to what I experienced/learned from round one to all the feelings (and symptoms) — excitement, exhaustion, nausea, gratitude, and everything in between.

We share the story of finding out we were pregnant with baby #2, how the first trimester has been (spoiler: humbling), and what it actually looks like to support your partner during pregnancy when you already have a toddler (???) running around.

Plus, a little untold story: why we ACTUALLY left NYC & how we ended up in Austin.

ON MONDAY - we’re gonna answer ALL of your questions so drop them in the comments!!!

LOVE YOU GUYS — so excited we’re doing this all again!!! ❤️

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:03:12 How pregnancy hits different the second time around

00:08:55 The moment we found out we were pregnant (with baby #2)

00:23:17 First trimester realities — excitement, nausea, fatigue,

00:33:05 How to support your partner during pregnancy

00:40:15 Why we left NYC and how we ended up in Austin, TX

00:48:27 Do we know the baby’s gender yet? 👀

00:53:50 Things We DMed (kind of…)

00:55:10 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Pediatric Sleep Expert: Sleep training myths, safe co-sleeping & how to get better sleep without “training” your baby Oct 06, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by Rachael Shepard-Ohta, a pediatric sleep expert and founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby — to talk about what evidenced-based sleep methods that ACTUALLY work and how to get better sleep without “training” your baby.

We get into it all: what to do in those first sleepless newborn weeks, when (if ever) to expect a routine, and why traditional sleep training isn’t the only way. Rachael explains why baby sleep isn’t linear, how to handle night wakings, and what safe co-sleeping can look like for families who choose it.

We also cover the modern sleep training industry, what other countries are doing better around infant sleep, and the biggest mistakes parents make in the first year (spoiler: it’s not what you think).

Whether you’re team crib, team co-sleep, or somewhere in between, Rachael will leave you feeling empowered to find what actually works for YOUR family :)

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:05:20 Introduction to Rachael Shepard-Ohta (Pediatric Sleep Expert)

00:06:00 What’s the game plan parents should follow for newborn sleep when bringing baby home from the hospital?

00:10:30 When can parents realistically expect their baby to get into a routine?

00:12:30 Why Rachael doesn’t recommend traditional sleep training

00:15:30 The real pros and cons of sleep training

00:18:10 Rachael’s personal experience with sleep training and how it shaped her approach

00:23:44 Why baby sleep is not linear — and what that means for parents

00:27:30 When should parents actually expect their baby to sleep through the night?

00:28:25 When do frequent wake-ups become concerning?

00:31:10 The pros and cons of co-sleeping — plus how to do it safely

00:35:21 Alex & Harrison share their own experience with sleep training

00:39:45 Evidence-based alternatives to sleep training and co-sleeping

00:47:10 Dealing with nap refusal and short naps

00:52:28 Trial-and-erroring new sleep methods and learning your baby’s cues

00:54:50 What other countries are doing around infant sleep that the U.S. could learn from

00:55:37 Rachael’s thoughts on the modern “sleep training industry”

01:02:00 The biggest mistakes parents make around sleep in the first year

01:06:00 Thank you for listening!

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Feeding in the first year: our experience with breastfeeding, combo feeding & solids Oct 02, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re talking about one of the biggest journeys of year one: feeding your baby. From what it actually feels like when your milk comes in (spoiler: flu-like) to transitioning to combo feeding, to introducing solids and eventually dropping bottles — we’re breaking down what worked for us, what didn’t, and what we’d 100% do differently next time.

We get into all the real stuff: middle-of-the-night pumping (don’t do what I did), my experience with DMER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex), how a night nurse helped (for Harrison, not me LOL), and the partner’s role in supporting breastfeeding and pumping. Plus tactical things like grocery hauls, our favorite hacks, and a rapid-fire round of the best (and most overrated) products.

Before all that… Halloween costume brainstorming (!!! sorry we had to bleep it lol) and our BIGGEST milestone yet — Tate is officially walking (and yes, she needed her first real shoes, cue the tears).

And in Things We DMed Each Other: why queen-size beds might actually save your marriage (did Matthew McConaughey have a point??) and our thoughts on the dreaded “black tie optional” dress code (aka the most confusing vibe check ever).

LOVE YOU GUYS — thanks for following along through our first year of feeding, learning, and figuring it all out with us.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:02:40 Brainstorming Halloween costume ideas

00:07:10 Tate is walking! + buying your baby’s first shoes

00:09:30 12 months of breastfeeding recap

00:12:07 Why I chose to exclusively breastfeed for the first 6 months

00:13:20 What it actually feels like when your milk comes in

00:14:25 Our experience with a night nurse

00:15:57 Handling middle-of-the-night feeds & pumping

00:18:35 Final thoughts on the first 0–3 months of breastfeeding

00:20:27 What I’ll do differently for future babies

00:24:40 My experience with DMER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex)

00:25:49 Transitioning to combo feeding (and how we made it work)

00:27:58 Introducing solids & our approach to first foods

00:33:15 Weaning off pumping & dropping bottles

00:35:00 A full day of eating + family grocery haul

00:37:36 The partner’s role in breastfeeding & pumping

00:42:26 What I wish I knew before starting the pumping journey

00:46:00 Rapid fire Qs: top pumping product, best hack, most overrated, biggest surprise & what we’d do differently

00:51:17 Final reflections on my breastfeeding journey

00:53:10 Things We DMed Each Other: Why queen beds might save your marriage

00:54:39 Things We DMed Each Other: “Black tie optional” dress codes??

00:56:15 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Child Development Specialist: When discipline begins, why punishment doesn’t work & clear vs. gentle parenting Sep 29, 2025

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Siggie Cohen — Child Development & Parenting Specialist — to talk all things discipline.

The first thing we learned - discipline doesn’t ACTUALLY mean punishment (and definitely not spanking). Dr. Siggie walks us through what discipline REALLY is, when it should begin (earlier than you think), and how to respond with clarity (not frustration) when your toddler tests the limits.

We also get into how communication sets the tone for everything, a real-life example of disciplining a 5-year-old, and her thoughts on gentle parenting (+ how her approach differs).

Dr. Siggie leaves us with her biggest takeaways on raising disciplined, confident kids — and honestly, this one feels like a masterclass for anyone with toddlers or young kids!!!

LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!
00:01:02 Meet Dr. Siggie Cohen – Child Development & Parenting Specialist
00:04:18 What discipline really means (spoiler: it’s not punishment)
00:05:40 When should discipline actually begin?
00:10:54 How to handle a defiant toddler without losing your cool
00:17:37 Why communication is the foundation of early discipline
00:21:40 Is there ever a time when punishment makes sense?
00:25:16 A real-life scenario: disciplining a 5-year-old
00:31:50 Shaping your overall parenting mindset with Dr. Siggie’s approach
00:35:52 Gentle parenting vs. clear parenting
00:39:34 Dr. Siggie on spanking & other physical discipline methods
00:41:54 Dr. Siggie’s final takeaways on raising disciplined, confident kids
00:46:51 Thank you for listening!

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