Best of Both Worlds Podcast

Dive into the world of time tracking as Laura shares her decade-long journey and personal insights. Discover how Sarah transformed her tracking habits with the Toggl app. Uncover surprising findings about commuting and the true constraints of energy versus time. Explore the concept of viewing a week as 168 hours to better balance work, sleep, and leisure. The conversation also tackles flexible work schedules and the importance of logging both work and personal time for clearer productivity insights.

Jen Hatmaker, a bestselling author and podcaster known for her memoir *Awake*, dives deep into her life-changing experiences following her marriage's unexpected end. She shares the traumatic moment that catalyzed her transformative journey, reflects on the importance of community in healing, and reveals how solo trips, dubbed 'Me Camp,' have been pivotal for her recovery. Jen also discusses her new relationship and underscores the importance of embracing truth in life, alongside a fun listener Q&A about navigating teen driving.

Alyssa Blask Campbell, Head of Seed and Sew and author of Big Kids, Bigger Feelings, shares her insights on raising emotionally intelligent children. She discusses the power of effective communication and empathy in helping kids express their feelings. Listeners will learn practical strategies for connecting with older children and navigating common parenting challenges, such as fostering independence. Alyssa emphasizes the importance of modeling kindness and accountability to equip kids with essential life skills.

Sarah and Laura dive into the joys and surprises of their 40s, shedding light on the complexities of parenting in a tech-driven world. They humorously tackle misconceptions about fertility and fitness, embracing the ongoing journey of raising children. The hosts reflect on personal growth and wellness, sharing valuable lessons and memorable quotes. With anecdotes about time management and insights from classic literature, they discuss how maturity reshapes understanding. Tune in for relatable stories and encouraging advice on navigating life’s evolving challenges!

In today's episode, Laura and Sarah share their favorite lists to make and to keep! Examples include a 100 Dreams Lists, a Someday Maybe list, Seasonal Fun Lists, various Gift Lists, and more.In the Q&A, a listener writes in wondering how to encourage a reluctant child to attend overnight camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Laura and Sarah share their thoughts, plans, and ideas around back to school -- possibly round 9 of this discussion, but it changes every year!They chat about routines, new challenges, college (!), homework, bedtime, and more.In the Q&A, they discuss: packed or school lunch?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Reshma Shah is a board-certified pediatrician and expert on feeding families and plant-based nutrition. In today's episode, Sarah and Laura open by talking about how their families are doing dinner these days, and then Sarah interviews Reshma who provides insights on her Family Table approach, including her recommendations for selective eaters and cultivating a welcoming dinner atmosphere even with kids going off in every direction to different activities.In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah share crowd-pleasing dinner ideas for a listener in a rut.Find Reshma here: https://www.reshmashahmdparentcoaching.comHer recent book is NOURISH: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families, available wherever books are sold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the magic of adult friendships as the hosts discuss organizing memorable trips with friends. Dive into the importance of friend retreats and how they enhance connections, along with practical strategies for trip planning amidst busy schedules. Share in the joy of personal anecdotes from a recent getaway, emphasizing meaningful shared experiences. Learn tips for balancing work while traveling, making those cherished moments with friends even more enjoyable.

In this fun episode, Sarah and Laura share their own takes on popular wellness trends that seem to be taking the world by storm. Topics discussed range from cold plunges to GLP-1 medications and beyond, and there are hot takes galore.Then, both hosts share various strategies that help them reset when facing their own habit challenges or just to get out of a rut.In the Q&A, a listener expecting baby #2 asks for ideas for what kinds of big-picture planning questions to think through before the baby arrives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and passionate advocate for Down syndrome awareness. She shares her inspiring adoption journey and emphasizes the need to shift the narrative surrounding disabilities. Topics include fostering resilience in children, celebrating uniqueness, and promoting inclusivity in society. Heather discusses the joys and challenges of parenting kids with special needs while offering valuable travel tips for families. Her new children's book, "I Like You So Much," also highlights themes of acceptance and self-love.