What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny Moms

This week we're discussing whether these parts of our lives (then as children, now as parents) are better then or better now: Halloween costumes holidays at school jeans what's for lunch cleaning the house What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. This episode was originally released on October 30th, 2019. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/FRESH Ready to raise money-smart kids? Start now with your first month FREE at acornsearly.com/FRESH! What Fresh Hell podcast, mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid’s behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sophie Lucido Johnson, an author and illustrator known for her work on community and kinship, dives into the importance of adult friendships and support networks. She discusses the cultural shift towards hyper-independence and offers practical tips to deepen connections. Sophie highlights how small actions, like sharing resources and borrowing items, can create meaningful community bonds. The conversation also touches on the impact of parenthood on friendships and the societal norms that often isolate us. Laugh and learn how to nurture your 'kin'!

Dive into the world of parables and discover how they illuminate the chaos of modern parenting. The hosts unravel the Empty Boat story, teaching us how to detach from personal offense and manage daily frustrations. Explore the profound message of the Two Wolves and your own mental choices. Learn from the Chinese Farmer to withhold quick judgments about life events. Discover the Boiling Frog metaphor, shedding light on gradual changes that can sneak up on us. These age-old tales become practical tools for navigating family dynamics with humor and awareness.

Kids today have less time for independent play, leading to a decline in their mental well-being, as highlighted by new research. The hosts discuss how past generations enjoyed free play without adult interference, contrasting it with today's structured environments. Risky play is emphasized as essential for building confidence and problem-solving skills. They also explore how parents can balance safety while granting children more independence to foster happiness. A thought-provoking conversation on the value of letting kids take some risks!

Join Erin Cox, a licensed mental health practitioner and family counselor with decades of experience, as she dives into the tricky waters of holiday family dynamics. Discover why maintaining boundaries becomes more challenging during the festive season and how to navigate the guilt of splitting time between families. Hear tips on managing difficult relatives, the importance of self-care, and how to gracefully pass holiday hosting duties to the next generation. Erin emphasizes that setting boundaries is crucial for protecting your peace while spreading holiday cheer.

Tired of the emotional burden of saying yes? Two hilarious moms dive into the complexities of refusing requests and the hidden costs of overcommitting. They explore societal pressures on women to always be available and discuss how saying no often requires its own type of emotional labor. With practical scripts and strategies, they guide listeners on valuing personal limits, navigating guilt, and even modeling healthy boundaries for kids. It's a refreshing take on reclaiming time and energy in the chaos of motherhood!

Explore the fine line between helpful parenting and overparenting. Discover how parental anxiety and societal pressures shape our instincts to protect. Dive into the pitfalls of helicopter parenting and learn to identify the signs in yourself. Hear about the impact of social media on our perceptions of danger and how to shift from micromanaging to fostering independence. Gain insights on allowing kids to face challenges while providing a safety net. Ultimately, the hosts emphasize the growth that comes from letting kids spread their wings.

Glen Henry, creator of Beleaf in Fatherhood and author of Father Yourself First, passionately advocates for intentional and compassionate fatherhood. In this enlightening conversation, he shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a nurturing father. Glen emphasizes the importance of mentorship and open dialogue on tough topics like race and safety. He also discusses breaking cycles of trauma, modeling real family dynamics, and the notion of 'fathering yourself first'—transforming inner dialogue to foster healthier parenting.

This episode dives into the pet peeves of family life, exploring shared annoyances like excessive kitchen crowding and repeated questions. The hosts discuss the age-old dilemma of 'What's for dinner?' and how to manage kids' responses with humor. Listeners chime in about the messes kids claim aren't theirs and coping with interruptions while multitasking. They also fantasize about escape to dreamy islands, all while acknowledging the everyday challenges that make parenting such a wild ride.

Anxiety expert Lynn Lyons and co-host Robin Hutson created the podcast ⁠FLUSTERCLUX⁠ to help anxious kids and anxious families, which are usually one and the same. Lynn Lyons has trained hundreds of teachers, school nurses, counselors and parents about managing anxiety. In this episode, Lynn, Robin, and Amy discuss: Why reassurance doesn't always placate kids' anxieties Why anxiety craves certainty– and how we can unwittingly "do the disorder" in trying to reassure anxious kids How to model moving through uncertainty for our kids How perfectionism feeds anxiety in kids Here's where you can find Robin and Lynn: ⁠flusterclux.com⁠ @flusterclux on FB and Instagram Buy Lynn Lyons' book The Anxiety Audit ⁠"Flusterclux" podcast⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/FRESH Ready to raise money-smart kids? Start now with your first month FREE at acornsearly.com/FRESH! Head to GigSalad.com and book some awesome talent for your next party, and let them know that What Fresh Hell sent you. mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid’s behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, anxiety in kids, parenting podcast, Lynn Lyons, FLUSTERCLUX podcast, anxious families, childhood anxiety, parenting anxious kids, managing anxiety, perfectionism in kids, emotional resilience, anxiety and uncertainty, reassurance and anxiety, helping anxious children, modeling calm for kids, parenting through anxiety, mental health for families, anxiety coping skills, parenting perfectionists, raising resilient kids, breaking anxiety cycles, child emotional health, anxiety triggers in kids, supporting anxious teens, mindfulness for parents, family anxiety dynamics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices