Best of Both Worlds Podcast

Jessi Hempel, host of Hello Monday, discusses navigating work/life balance and parenting roles in a two-mom household. Topics include career changes, facing rejection, decision-making in families, financial responsibilities, and morning routines in Brooklyn.

Laura and Sarah share their progress on 2024 goals in work, relationships, and personal domains. They discuss daily habits and long-term goals, including where they keep all their goals. The podcast covers career reflections, family goals, achievements, back pain, writing motivation, and pursuing personal milestones.

Sarah and Laura discuss common summer struggles like bedtime routines, bathing suit shopping, screen time dilemmas, and more. They also share tips on managing teenage sleep patterns, summer wardrobe choices, bug defense, and academic activities. The episode includes a Q&A on creating a 'last minute school request' emergency kit.

Author Anna Goldfarb discusses building adult friendships in a digital world with practical tips. She emphasizes the importance of shared interests and goals in nurturing strong connections. The podcast also delves into navigating friendships through life's busiest moments and offers strategies for maintaining relationships when close couple friends are going through a divorce.

Debunking myths about working parenthood, including sleep deprivation, free time scarcity, and missing milestones. Discussing balancing work and parenting, navigating guilt, and the transformation of ambitions after becoming a parent. Exploring stereotypes about parenthood altering personal identity and career goals, while promoting efficiency and skill development in a professional setting.

In today's episode, Sarah and Laura open with a discussion of teen parenting (mostly with Laura's experience so far!) and then Sarah interviews Ellen Galinsky, longtime researcher and author about all things related to teenhood, as inspired by Galinsky's recent book: The Breakthrough Years: A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens.One thing that sets Galinsky apart is how positive she is about this phase of life. Of course there are challenges, but there are so many wonderful things about this incredibly important developmental phase.You can find Ellen's new book wherever books are sold, or visit her website:https://ellengalinsky.comIn the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a question about going from 3 kids to more -- how do you know whether to go for it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn how to excel in your career without burning out by prioritizing tasks, building career capital, and being efficient in 40 hours a week. Strategies for managing work-life balance, navigating meetings effectively, and balancing family time are also discussed. Enjoy a thrilling recount of a memorable trip to South Dakota with exciting experiences like catching walleye and observing bison.

Explore stress-free packing tips for travel, including carry-on vs. check luggage, packing cubes, and unpacking at destination. Learn about managing selective eaters on trips, ski school options, and tips for solo parenting with young children. Discover efficient packing strategies, luggage options, and travel essentials for a seamless trip.

Kathryn Valentine, an expert in Gendered Negotiation for women, joins Laura to discuss successful negotiation strategies. They delve into unique challenges women face, sharing personal anecdotes and tips. The conversation emphasizes tailored approaches for better outcomes. Also, they tackle listener questions on managing chores for busy older kids.

Laura and Sarah discuss strategies for enjoying the packed month of May with a 3-part framework, balancing work events and family commitments, maximizing time efficiency, and managing energy levels during the busy months of May and June. They also share tips for navigating the hectic month and exciting South Dakota adventures.