Best of Both Worlds Podcast

In the intro, Laura and Sarah discuss some recent (very minor) challenges. Then, Sarah and Alyce have a rich conversation about Alyce's experiences raising a daughter with Dravet Syndrome, a genetic form of epilepsy that carries additional complications and challenges.Alyce is a lawyer married to another lawyer, and she shares tips on their sharing of childcare duties, ways to stay emotionally connected, and so much more. Resource mentioned by Alyce: Courageous Parent NetworkIn the Q&A, a scientist listener writes in for ideas on how to make the most of $2000 in professional development funds.Episode Sponsors:Nutribullet: Go to nutribullet.com and use promo code BESTOF for 20% off your order.Yipes: Growing up is messy. Yipes! wipes to the rescue! Go to yipeswipes.com/BESTOF for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the halfway point of 2022, Sarah and Laura chat about goals! Sarah discusses various ways of looking at our progress and the year thus far, and the two discuss their goals in several different categories:1) done/successful2) in progress & looking hopeful3) still interested but looking less hopeful4) those that need to be tabled or abandoned altogetherIn the Q&A, they answer an interesting question about what they choose NOT to spend money on.Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofNutribullet: Easy, cost-effective, and mess-free smoothies! Go to nutribullet.com and use promo code BESTOF for 20% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah & Laura open with a brief discussion of makeup and Sarah's experience with accessories styling, and then they are joined by Jenny Eversole and Rebecca Kirkwood. Jenny is the creator of Style Space (and longterm BOBW listener!) and Rebecca is a makeup artist and clean beauty expert who worked with Laura for a beauty styling session! They chat makeup tips, mistakes to avoid, must-have products, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah discuss their earlier life concepts of working motherhood - did they think about being 'working moms' when they were young? Then, Laura is joined by Lisa Segner, who has a great career in finance as well as two young sons. Lisa shares her story, including her entry into working parenthood which did not go as well as she had imagined (and even included some second thoughts). In the Q&A, Sarah and Laura an interesting question from a listener about nanny share best practices.Episode Sponsor: Better Help - Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Laura and Sarah open with some thoughts on anxiety and their own experiences. Then, Sarah interviews Maggie Sarachek, one of the two original self-named Anxiety Sisters, and author of the Anxiety Sisters' Survival Guide.She is a clinical social worker, mother, and has spent many years learning about and growing through anxiety, and now her passion is sharing it along with her "anxiety sister" Abbe Greenberg. She discusses the spectrum of anxiety, actionable tips for different levels of anxiety, postpartum anxiety and OCD, and managing anxiety in the workplace.Resources Maggie mentions:The Crisis Text Line at #741741 -- just text hi and they have resources to share for almost anything.In the Q&A, a listener writes in seeking advice about strategies for returning from a sabbatical.Episode Sponsors:Daily Harvest: Delicious and convenient meals and snacks shipped to your home! Go to daily harvest.com/bestof to get up to forty dollars off your first box Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah and Laura open with a discussion of mid-life awakenings (as opposed to the traditional mid-life crisis), and certain things Sarah feels she has gotten clarity on over the past few months upon reaching the (possibly?) wise age of 42.Then, they delve into some listener contributions and questions. A very helpful listener wrote in to share her story and experiences -- she is currently managing an incredibly tough combination of young children + aging parents, including her mother in the early-to-middle stages of Alzheimer's.Then, Sarah and Laura answer some lighter listener questions about meal planning and baby personalities - do they stay consistent with time?Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open this episode discussing some of rules from Laura's upcoming nonfiction release, Tranquility by Tuesday (out in October). Then, the episode is dedicated to the experiences (and sometimes challenges of) parenting 6-10 year olds. Sarah and Laura discuss their favorite aspects of this age group as well was some difficulties - some which they have gotten better at, and some which are still just hard! Topics discussed include hobbies and interests, sibling rivalry, 1:1 time, homework, friend issues, screens, and more. In the Q&A, a listener writes in a fairly common (and difficult!) question about pondering trying for kid #3.Episode Sponsors:Caraway Home: nontoxic cookware made modern. Visit Carawayhome.com/bestof to take advantage of a limited time offer for 10% off your next purchase.Nutribullet: Go to nutribullet.com and use promo code BESTOF for 20% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a treat - Rebecca Fike (of LagLiv blog fame) who was a fantastic guest in 2018 returns to give an update on how life looks different now - exciting new job, bigger kids, a move, and more pets!Sarah loved catching up with her as she captures how things have changed and evolved over time within her law career and in her family. Sarah & Laura also provide some of their own life updates in the intro, and the Q&A comes from a listener with young kids hoping to get into running looking for tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In they intro, Sarah and Laura discuss the mildly 'parasocial' relationship they enjoy with podcasters, Youtubers and bloggers. Then, Laura interviews author, teacher, and mother Jess Lahey on the topic of addiction, including how to best prevent the development of this issue, and ways to talk about it with kids.In the Q&A, a listener writes in about the difficulty of caring for aging parents while also caring for children. We would love any listeners with advice to weigh in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even when you do embrace outsourcing - there's still plenty to do in most households! Sarah and Laura discuss (and sometimes debate :) ) their favorite household management hacks, routines, and tips. Areas discussed include laundry, dishes, picking up, errands, meals/cooking, breakfast, lunches, and more!In the Q&A, a listener writes in asking for advice on nanny interview & reference questions.Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah discussed with Laura the timing of her kids (none during med school). Then, Lisa joins Sarah for a fascinating (and at times very emotional) discussion of her experiences having her first child during medical school.She shares what she learned, what she experienced (including an atypical presentation of postpartum depression) and what she might do differently in the future.In the Q&A, Sarah answers a listener hoping to explore what she might look for when choosing her first physician job.Episode Sponsors:CarpeNutribullet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah delve into weekends. They discuss how they plan their weekends, what elements feel 'essential' in each weekend, and balancing fun for each and every family member.In the Q&A, a listener writes in about potentially going part time to write.Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah and Laura discuss some of their favorite blogs -- those that still write in an honest, real style and depict the high and low moments of parenthood.One joint favorite is The Frugal Girl, and writer Kristen join Sarah for a discussion on this episode. She discusses her experiences in blogging (since 2008!), meal planning and avoiding food waste, and learning to live with gratitude and an optimistic take even in times of challenge.She also shares her journey in going back to school as an adult, currently taking prerequisites to pursue a nursing degree!In the Q&A, a listener writes in after a challenging return to work after baby #2. Her therapist mentioned it being impossible to 'have it all' -- Laura and Sarah discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer 2022 is approaching (and faster than many of us may realize!). If your'e out of practice in summer planning, this episode will get you back on track. Laura and Sarah discuss planning childcare, camps, travel, and personal fun, too!In the Q&A, an introverted listener writes in about not wanting to 'get back out there' post pandemic -- can she avoid in person gatherings forever? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oliver Burkeman is a self-proclaimed self-help enthusiast, but also enjoys taking a look at some of the common advice from other angles. His recent work 4000 Weeks focuses on the finite nature of life, and how the fact that it is truly impossible to do everything might inform how we spend those limited hours.It was a natural pairing to have Laura and Oliver talk about time, from the number of hours in a week to the number of weeks in a lifetime (on average, of course!). In the Q&A, a listener writes expressing her guilt on earning a good amount of money with the company she built. Is there a basis for this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The concept of sharing what is "SMLRN" or "saving my life right now" has caught on, and for good reason - lots of great ideas, plus it can also be a powerful gratitude practice when things are tough.Laura and Sarah independently brainstormed and then shared together (live!) for this fun episode.Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofCaraway Home: Caraway - nontoxic cookware made modern. Visit Carawayhome.com/bestof to take advantage of a limited time offer for 10% off your next purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah recently took a podcasting/relaxation retreat together, and got to record together for the time in years! This episode is quite meta, as it's all about retreats -- why you might consider taking one, how to plan a retreat, micro-retreats, and more.In the Q&A, a variation on a common question is asked -- with a flexible job that the listener generally is happy with, does it make sense to stay 80% with Fridays completely off, or go full time?Sponsors:Cozy Earth: Comfortable and beautiful bambooo bedding and more! Save thirty-five percent on Cozy Earth bamboo bedding. Go to CozyEarth.com/BESTOF while offer lasts!Caraway Home: Caraway - nontoxic cookware made modern. Visit Carawayhome.com/bestof to take advantage of a limited time offer for 10% off your next purchase.Storyworth: StoryWorth is a meaningful gift you and your family can treasure forever. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to storyworth.com/BESTOF. You’ll get $10 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah and Laura discuss recent kids' birthday parties, from video game trucks to cold playgrounds. Then, Sarah interviews Molly Beck, podcast listener and tech entrepreneur.They chat about family logistics, her work story, division of labor in their house (50/50!), and much more!For the Q&A portion, a listener writes in asking for tips on making the morning process of leaving the house for day care/school with an infant + 2 bigger kids more efficient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah and Laura discuss their creative processes -- how do they come up with ideas, content, writing? Then, social psychology professor and author Tessa West joins Laura to chat about "Jerks at Work" -- her phrasing and part of the title of her upcoming book, Jerks at Work: Toxic Coworkers and What to Do About Them.In the Q&A, a science professor writes in asking how to help students/postdocs set and reach for goals.Episode Sponsors:Daily Harvest: Delicious and convenient meals shipped to your home! Go to dailyharvest.com/bestof to get up to forty dollars off your first boxCaraway Home: Nontoxic cookware made modern. Visit Carawayhome.com/bestof to take advantage of a limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is centered around all things Disney! Laura and Sarah open by discussion Disney memories from childhood and then move on to more recent trips. They share their some tips as well as their favorite and not-so-favorite things about going there at different family ages + stages. In the Q&A, they discuss Disney alternatives, including Legoland and Universal!Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofDooney & Bourke: Check out Dooney & Bourke’s newest, most exciting collection at Dooney.com/BESTOF. For 20% off your first order, visit Dooney.com/BESTOF and use the code BESTOF before April 30, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open this episode by discussing the sports their kids are currently engaged in. Then, Laura interviews Rebecca Smith, Director of Complete Performance Coaching and founder of the #PerformHappy community for sport parents.In the Q&A, Sarah and Laura brainstorm sports ideas for a child that is perhaps a bit less physically inclined.Episode sponsors:Microban: Try Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray – Just spray once and your surfaces are protected against bacteria all day, even after multiple touches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah & Laura chat about her recent (rather tough) call week, including some future strategies. Then in the interview portion, Laura interviews Anandi Raman Creath, software engineer and mother of 2 based in Phoenix.Anandi has achieved career satisfaction and success while working remotely with some flexibility, and she approaches both work and life with intention and creativity. She shares her strategies for bringing more fun to her work and parenting, both with her family and on her own.In the Q&A, a listener writes in asking about ways to decide whether a given opportunity is worth it.Episode Sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofDooney & Bourke: Check out Dooney & Bourke’s newest, most exciting collection at Dooney.com/BESTOF. Use the code BESTOF for 20% off before April 30, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This conversational episode features a few life updates from each host (most of them very minor, but still fun to chat about). Then, Laura gets into a discussion of some of the interesting patterns she's seen in time tracking logs for her upcoming book.Then there are 3 questions featured. The first is a physician looking to take on a leadership position asking for tips about how to present herself. Question 2 comes from a lucky couple about to have 16 weeks of dual maternity leave (both parents!). Finally, a listener with a 4 year old writes in asking about what to do in place of nap time.Episode Sponsors:Microban: Try Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray – Just spray once and your surfaces are protected against bacteria all day, even after multiple touches!Daily Harvest: Healthy and convenient -- great for meals at work or on the go. Go to daily-harvest.com/bestof to get up to $40 off of your first box! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah answer frequently asked questions around moving! Both are relocating (though not very far) in similar time frames. Laura has moved in, Sarah is working on some minor home improvements first.They discuss logistics of the move itself, selling while you are still living in your home, the merits of renting vs buying, and more. In the Q&A, a listener writes in asking about cry-it-out sleep training methods - to try or not to try?Episode Sponsor:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah interviews Teneshia Warner, CEO of EGAMI, a successful marketing and multicultural communications firm. Teneshia's latest project is an intriguing one-year dream projection that includes 90 day Bi Stretch pushes, described as a "soul-searching, life-transforming 12-week boot camp" to help you get from where you are to where you dream to be.Sarah and Laura open by discussing 90 day pushes they have pursued in the past, and then Teneshia joins Sarah to take a deep dive into her dream-based life transformation program, including a discussion of time tracking, and different types of dreamers (it's not always about becoming an entrepreneur!).In the Q&A, a listener writes in about finding energy for the kids' evening and bedtime activities when her energy is lowest at that point.Find Teneshia Jackson Warner on Instagram @teneshiajwarnerTeneshia's book is called The Big Stretch: 90 Days to Expand Your Dreams, Crush Your Goals, and Create Your Own Success, available everywhere books are sold.Episode Sponsor: Microban 24. Try Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray – just spray once and your surfaces are protected against bacteria all day, even after multiple touches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Q&A mailbag episode, Laura and Sarah answer questions submitted via Patreon. Topics include keeping yearly goals in mind, ways to handle childcare while traveling for work, ideas for non-overlapping spring breaks, tips for transitioning to a new job, and finally an in-depth discussion of "kid dates".If you are interested, the patron community can be found at http://patreon.com/bestofbothwolrdspodEpisode sponsors:Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah and Laura open with a discussion about stories and narratives and how they can be complicated (and not always helpful!). Then, Kindra Hall joins Laura to discuss the more positive aspects of the stories we tell -- both in work and in life. In the Q&A, a listener writes in regarding the challenges of meshing a conservative religious culture and values system with working motherhood.Kindra's book released today (Jan 11!) and is called Choose Your Story, Change Your Life.Our SponsorsMicroban 24 Sanitizing Spray – for surface protection that lasts all day.Once Upon a Playtime: A podcast for kids + adults to listen to together, centered around the power of Play! Find out more at thegeniusofplay.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fun interview episode, Laura and Sarah open by discussing their own personal 'unicorn space' activities. Then, author Eve Rodsky (author of Fair Play and the newly released Finding Your Unicorn Space: Reclaim Your Creative Life in a Too-Busy World) joins Laura for a fascinating discussion about the value of having time and activities just for ourselves. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a very related question about guilt. Episode Sponsors: Daily Harvest: Daily Harvest makes it easy to feel good about what I’m doing for myself and the planet. Check out dailyharvest.com/bestof to get up to forty dollars off your first box! Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this second part of the 2021 Year In Review series, Laura and Sarah discuss personal hits, misses, and highlights.Sarah shares the outcome of many of her previously set 2021 goals, and Laura goes through some of the most memorable adventures and achievements of her year. (Pro tip: travel with toddlers is never going to be a cakewalk!).Episode Sponsors:Organize 365: To learn more about Lisa Woodruff’s work and her amazing offerings, check out organize365.com, or go to organize365.com/minicourse for a free 7 days minicourse on getting yourself organized! Microban: Try Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray -- the spray that protects surfaces all day, even after multiple touches.Once Upon A Playtime Podcast: Find Once Upon a Playtime wherever you listen to podcasts! And for more info and full transcripts of each episode, visit thegeniusofplay.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah and Laura chat about their own "best of" lists for 2021! This episode is chock full of media recommendations, from books to music to podcasts. They discuss the superficial (cosmetics + jeans) and beyond!Sponsors for this episode include:Mercato: Sign up for Mercato Green for unlimited free delivery and support your local neighborhood grocers, the people who arepassionate about curating the best ingredients to feed your family. Use Code BESTOF for $20 off your first order!Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofSmile Brilliant: The #1 whitening device recommended by dentists is the custom fitted tray. Check it out at www.smilebrilliant.com and use code BEST for an exclusive discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode opens with a discussion of whether they (Laura & Sarah) thought about becoming "breadwinners" as children or young adults. Then, Jennifer Barrett joins Laura for a great discussion about what it means to think "like a breadwinner."In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah tackle a very on-topic (and interesting!) question from a woman who has supported her family while her kids were young and is now hoping for her husband to get back to work. What is is the right strategy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In their 5th annual goals episode (2017-2021!), Laura and Sarah share goals in different realms of life for the upcoming year! They discuss their own year-end goal-setting frameworks and tendencies, and review work / personal / family goals. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about complicated feelings about working very part time (once per week). EPISODE SPONSORS:Mercato: Sign up for Mercato Green for unlimited free delivery and support your local neighborhood grocers, the people who are passionate about curating the best ingredients to feed your family. Use Code BESTOF for $20 off your first order!Better Help: Better Help offers convenient online counseling that can help. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/bestofStoryWorth: StoryWorth is a meaningful gift you and your family can treasure forever. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to storyworth.com/BESTOF. You’ll get $10 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode with Laura and Sarah reminiscing about their favorite baby books, including the iconic What to Expect When You're Expecting.Then, the author of this famous guide comes on to chat with Sarah about her books, her growing community, and her current mission to advocate for maternal-child health.In the Q&A, a listener writes in about summer camps - how to figure out which ones offer reliable childcare and which are more likely to be cancelled if the weather is iffy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the intro, Sarah and Laura discuss the highlights of Ingrid Fetell Lee's recent TED talk, about joy inherent to certain things -- from rainbows to confetti!Then, Ingrid joins Laura for a deeper discussion of finding joy in the ordinary, as well as the aesthetics of joy.In the Q&A, a listener writes in about sick kids and caregiver help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the annual (or near-annual?) gift guide episode! Laura and Sarah spend some time discussing different gifting strategies, and then move on to some specific kid-friendly suggestion.Unlike your average gift guide, this isn't just a list of hot toys and gadgets, but more around ways to be intentional about your gifting. They also encourage you to think about what you'd like to gift . . .YOURSELF, with one suggestion being the Gift of Space.In the Q&A, a reader writes in asking about which tasks would be reasonable to ask a full-time child care provider to perform while kids are in school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah shares the concept of a 5 year travel plan - something she put together on a whim, but is happy she did!Of course, we all know that nothing is set in stone -- especially after the last couple of years -- but it's fun to dream, and there are some things you might do to prepare for trip that is still quite far away.Then, Sarah and Laura share their own (potential, optimistic) 5 year family travel plans and then move onto travel tips, including some trips from our listeners! In the Q&A, a listener writes in looking for moving tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah discuss strategies for "layering" different kinds of childcare, dispelling the common notion that choosing nanny vs daycare is an either/or decision. They play childcare matchmakers, thinking up theoretical best-fit coverage for different kinds of families.Then, in the Q&A a listener writes in with a thought provoking question about gray hair! Does going au naturale after many years of dye pose a threat to one's career? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah discuss what they feel they are "lazy geniuses" about, and then the self-appointed Lazy Genius Kendra Adachi herself joins Laura for a fun discussion filled with tips about how to focus on what matters to you (and how NOT to dwell on what doesn't)!In the Q&A, a listener writes in about feeling exhausted overwhelmed while pursuing medical training with two young children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Busy, or just full -- you can decide. But either way, it can be challenging to fit in quality time with a partner while in the thick of your parenting years. Laura and Sarah discuss the strategies they have used to keep their relationships strong, as both have been married for >15 years and hope to grow old with their respective partners!They talk pain points, date nights, and more. In the Q&A, they address a listener question about how to cope (and what, if anything, to do) when her equal parenting values do not match those of her friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about enjoying the energy of fall. Laura and Sarah discuss pumpkin things, boots, fall fun lists and ways to embrace the cozy vibes of the fall season. They also discuss Q4 and how the last 3 months of the year can be a great time to take stock, fit in remaining goals, and start scaffolding for a great next year.In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question and share opposing processes for dealing with piles of kindergarten art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah and Laura discuss their own fall reading and share recs for adult and kids' titles. Then, Dr. Lakeisha Johnson, a speech language pathologist and communication science professor joins Sarah to discuss promoting literacy and love for reading in all children, from pre-birth to adolescence.She also shares her advice for curating a diverse children's bookshelf, from seasonal titles to those currently underpresented in the children's literature space. Find out even more at Maya's Book Nook, her site dedicated to promoting language and literacy skills through diverse children's literature: mayasbooknook.com.Finally, in the Q&A, Laura and Sarah address an interesting listener question from overseas about navigating a third (long) maternity leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah review a full "day in the live", while acknowledging there are no "typical" days! Sarah also notes that Day in the Life reports also often sound much smoother than real life. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about feeling down and missing the 'normal' social activities of times past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah and Laura discuss their own life/career breakthrough moments, and then bestselling author and career expert Dorie Clark joins Laura for a fascinating discussion on playing the career "long game", and how staying consistent yet open to trying different opportunities can eventually lead to great things over time. In the Q&A, a listener calls in about coping with the difficulty of working through her first trimester while she is feeling far less than her best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode features Part 2 of your questions, answered! Topics in this episode include advice for first time parents, thoughts on transition from 1 to 2 (also 3 to 4) kids, red-shirting kindergarteners, sickday routines, tracking caregiver hours, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode centered around mornings, Sarah and Laura share their own current routines and then welcome Women's Health Magazine editor Liz Plosser to the show to chat about developing a robust morning routine that serves you. In the Q&A, a listener writes in asking Laura and Sarah to discuss some of the downsides of remote work and how one can bring some of the benefits of "in person" to a now-remote position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another mailbag episode to answer your listener questions! Topics covered in this one include caffeine during pregnancy, ideas for food options (kid friendly meals + work lunches), habits, missing non-remote work, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the episode, Sarah and Laura open with a discussion of school supply buying escapades as well as this year's school logistics. Then, they dive into the subject on many people's minds -- how to grapple with this year's COVID surge and the start of school. Sarah shares her impressions of Florida's current situation, and they both discuss contingency plans for inevitable quarantines. In the Q&A, a listener writes in with a common dilemma - stay in a "gilded cage" at work with good work/life balance, or look for more challenge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah open with a list and discussion of Laura's top ten work-related tips. Then, guest and meetings expert Helena Weiss Duman joins Laura to discuss the building blocks of an efficient, effective work meeting. Finally, the Q&A addresses a listener's question about running during pregnancy: how hard to push? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a full episode that was pretty negative recently (Compare & Despair, #207), Laura and Sarah decided to bring some positivity to the mix with an episode filled with (mostly little) things they are grateful for an appreciate in life, from subscription skincare boxes to summer footwear to things found in nature. In the Q&A, they answer a frequently asked question about the right amount of childcare backup coverage when there are two inflexible careers in play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allison Daminger is a PhD candidate in sociology and social policy at Harvard, and in this fascinating episode she shares her insights and research findings she's had so far while studying this hot topic. Before her interview segment, Laura and Sarah do a back and forth exchange about which tasks go to which parent in each household. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about her difficulties keeping a consistent childcare provider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.