Best of Both Worlds Podcast

The tables are turned, and now Sarah gets to ask Laura some of the same fun (yet revealing) questions, and also adds in some different ones! Laura reveals the inner core of her middle school self, some little known intel on the family pet, her most-eaten meals, her thoughts on the various stages of parenting, and also gets to allocate a theoretical $1M gift. There is an unexpected tangent into science and anthropology that is quite interesting, too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We decided it would be fun to share interviews with each other -- so you can hear some varied content, some of it light and fun and some of it more unexpected! In Part 1 of this series, Laura interviews SHU, and Sarah discusses many things, including what she was like in middle school, early career aspirations, what makes up her perfect vacation, and where she would distribute a (theoretical) $1M charitable gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, attorney and mother of 3 Colleen Blanco shares her story about her experience with giving birth at 24 weeks and her subsequent NICU journey, including an emergency evacuation of the entire neonatal unit during Hurricane Sandy! She describes the challenges and celebrates the wins. Her story is powerful, and we hope it might help others going through anything similar. To stay slightly on-theme, Sarah and Laura address a listener question from an OBGYN about batching work tasks (esp piled up notes). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Claire Tansey aims to make dinner more joyful and less complicated, and she joins Laura and Sarah to discuss ways to make that a reality, even when young kids & busy lifestyles may complicate the equation. In the intro, Sarah & Laura share the past week of meals their families have enjoyed, and the Q&A focuses on a listener whose parents do not support her dreams of building a medical career and a family. For more recipes and ideas, check out Claire Tansey's book Dinner Uncomplicated wherever books are sold! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How long CAN you take hormones? Are perimenopausal mood swings a real thing, and what causes them? Is there any way to "skip" menopause? Are there any exciting new developments in contraception? Dr. Laura Erdman, a board-certified and actively practicing OBGYN answers these questions and many more in this very informative (but still fun!) episode. In the intro & QA, Sarah and Laura discuss maintenance health care in a pandemic year + answer a listener question on teaching kids about time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah chat with their first dentist guest! Dr. Toni-Ann Mayembe is a dentist who also serves in the military reserves, and she also her own podcast as well! She is passionate about bringing more happiness into the lives of working mothers, and she has a strong interest in promoting rest and balance. She discusses her 5 top tips for preparing for the week ahead on Sundays, as well as her own take on self-care and what it means today. To hear more from Toni-Ann, you can listen to her podcast, called Real Happy Mom! In the Q&A, a listener writes in about her complicated feelings about the bond between her toddler and his nanny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an All Good Things episode. While no one would have wished for a pandemic, Sarah & Laura are finding that some things are settling out at this point in the new normal. Each came up with things going well right now -- from a 2 hour online meeting that was actually efficient and technical-glitch free, to fall leaves which are beautiful no matter what else is going on. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a question about managing a nanny's hours (specifically, the endpoint of the day) + household responsibilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This new season is all about risk/benefit calculation and understanding trends and analyzing data - not exactly quick or easy, especially when we are busy doing other things! Laura and Sarah discuss how they are handling it, and then are joined by an expert guest today on this topic -- Dr Kelly Fradin, a pediatrician who has been working on making the analysis easier and more understandable for the rest of us. She talks all about risk, pandemic challenges, and kids' mental health, as she literally wrote a book on the subject this summer (Parenting in a Pandemic - definitely check it out for more info!). In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah delve into a listener's struggles with her planning nature during the first year of her baby's life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca is a mother to 8 month old Miriam and also the owner of a small business (a yarn shop specializing in hand-dyed varieties, based in Cary NC). Rebecca took both plunges very bravely: leaving the corporate world to open her own business and also choosing to pursue the path of having a baby on her own. Sarah and Rebecca tell a few fun stories, and then Rebecca opens up about what the journey was like and how it's been so far -- even with surprises beyond what she had imagined! She also offers some great advice to those thinking about a similar journey. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about how to cope and process the challenges (both physical & emotional) of traveling with a toddler. Additional note -- if you are a yarn lover and want to check out Rebecca's lovely offerings, you can find her shop at warmnfuzzy.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Laura & Sarah episode, the first discussion is about foundation habits -- what are the habits that seem to sustain everything else? Sleep definitely . . . and there is quite a tangent on baby sleep in the discussion as well! The discussion then segues to talking about fall favorites, from weather changes to pumpkin flavors and other fun aspects of the season (even Halloween and what that might look like this year!). Today's show is brought to you by EBY, a seamless underwear subscription box. Get 20% your first order at joineby.com with code WORLDS20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friendship certainly looks different these days . . . but it doesn't mean that connection is any less important! Author, speaker and connection expert Shasta Nelson joins Laura and Sarah to discuss the value of making true friend connections at work, as well as some tips on building these important relationships. In the intro, Laura and Sarah discuss their current friend situations and the Q&A is all about in-laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larissa Maloney is a mother of 2, teacher, and now business owner, running Active Kids 2.0 -- a virtual training studio for kids, from toddlers to teens! In this episode, Sarah shares her woes about getting her kids the activity they need (hot September weather in FL doesn't help!). Larissa offers lots of great advice and resources, and shares a fun day-in-the-life. She also offers her own thoughts as a Black women on responsible ally-ship and raising anti-racist children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School is about to start for some and has been in session for a few weeks for others! Laura and Sarah discuss some of the interesting remote education solutions they have seen arise in their areas. Laura then gives a detailed description of how a two-career couple might make things work if childcare is not an available option -- including specifics on a potential schedule. Then, the two delve into a mini-3rd anniversary celebration, with discussion of their favorite episodes and guests from the prior year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year has been rather . . . different than expected (understatement of the century). But, setting and reviewing goals can still be helpful to some. At the same time, it's also okay to have seasons with fewer goals or to reevaluate prior plans! Laura discusses still feeling in the thick of it with Baby #5 while Sarah has spent time thinking about how to modify prior goals to fit 2020 constraints. Sarah also takes a trip down memory lane after her sister unearthed a goal setting page of hers from 1996! In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about childcare providers and school at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah and Laura open with their own stress management strategies, including a book rec. Then, meditation teacher and mother of 5 Josephine Atluri joins in to share her journey into learning about meditation as well as some of her favorite techniques for managing stress and coping with difficult times. She also delves into her own family building experience, including international adoption, IVF, and surrogacy. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about feeling unmotivated at work during this time. Should she worry about it or just let herself have a break? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open with a brief discussion of Sarah's wardrobe makeover, and then Riche Holmes Grant joins in. In this fun interview, Riche describes her career journey, including how she went from Columbia Law graduate to business owner to professional influencer & Martha Stewart design collaborator! She shares inspiration on how to create a beautiful tablescape and also gives us a glimpse into her family life and a sneak peak at her newest upcoming projects. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about habit streaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah's podcast dedicated to all things planning launched yesterday (let's hope it went well!) and now that Best Laid Plans is here, she takes a moment to talk about this fun new project -- structure, ideas, and more! (Don't worry - this is in addition to BOBW, not a replacement!). Then, Laura and Sarah dive into more listener-submitted Q&A. Topics include home workstations, pandemic-related habits, questions about moving, and our favorite non-screen activities for kids. https://bestlaidplans.libsyn.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Laura and Sarah answer your questions submitted through Instagram, including one that seemed to come up multiple times: what are we planning to do with our kids in the new school year? The topics in this episode range from practical to frivolous so join us as we dive into time blocking, appearance tips for video meetings, kids & chores, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sarah interviews Laura on the hottest work-related topic of the moment -- how to work effectively from home! Laura's new ebook The New Corner Office is out today, so in honor of the release we have the answers to 8 of your most burning questions related to working remotely. From Zoom fatigue to finding focus,this episode is chock full of practical tips and tricks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before Sarah and Laura introduce Lisa Canning (of HGTV fame!) they have a brief discussion about a new Netflix favorite -- The Babysitters Club! Then Lisa brings her fantastic energy to the interview, where she describes her career path -- a particularly fascinating one as she had 8 children along the way! Lisa also talks time management and practical strategies for managing a large family household while also thriving at work, including her current strategies for managing during the pandemic. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about fear, burnout, and a possible move to part time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Laura and Sarah read Joy at Work, a guide to decluttering your work life to find more joy by Marie Kondo and Scott Sonenshein. As might be expected, they had different takes on some of the ideas (though agreed on some others!). Listen to hear a discussion about clean desks, clutter propagation, digital clutter, calendar clutter, time for deep work, and more. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about waking up early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celeste Headlee is a journalist, author, speaker, and musician. That sounds quite busy, but she also passionate about the idea that humans should make a point of taking more time to do . . . well, less! Her recent book, Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving, is all about how and why to find this space in our lives. Laura and Celeste discuss leisure -- even in the current era -- including ways to find more space in our lives to relax and enjoy. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah address a listener question about giving feedback to household or childcare employees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: In this episode, Laura and Sarah discuss their rather long-running blogs. They share advice and tips on how to start a blog or website, whether everyone should have one, and what their biggest rewards and challenges have been so far. Listen in and then check out their sites if you haven't already at lauravanderkam.com and theshubox.com :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Susannah Quinsee runs the educational technology and development team at a London-based university, and as one might imagine things got more than a little hectic for her recently! However, she and her partner managed to make things workout without childcare -- and she learned some interesting lessons along the way. She shares her experiences with us in this fascinating episode. Join us as she reveals her best tips and tricks and shares a glimpse of lockdown life outside of the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode was recorded prior to current national coverage of events which brought to the forefront the racial disparities present in this country. We support efforts against racism. We are thrilled that this week's guest happens to be a Black woman succeeding at making work and life fit together. This was entirely coincidental but we hope to continue to feature more Black women and non-Black women of color, and are invested in increasing the diversity of our future guests. If you have guest recommendations for us, please send them our way.Jennifer Nagel started out in higher education but found her true passion in fitness. She shares what she learned from her own health journey as well as her adventures in building a thriving business around personal training while also enjoying family life. Join us as Jennifer gives out great advice on how to get started, the most efficient exercises to spend time on, and what working with a virtual personal trainer is like! In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah delve into things to do with the kids this summer . . . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an all Q/A episode! Laura & Sarah took 10 of your juiciest questions from a recent call on Instagram, and answered each one. Topics discussed include: pros/cons of age gaps, ways to manage energy when you get the 'afternoon' work shift, habit-building tips, a skincare starting point, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fun episode, Sarah & Laura chat a bit about their summer reading plans, and then they REALLY get into book talk with author KJ Dell'Antonia! KJ's latest release is a novel The Chicken Sisters, and along with that she recommends and describes a slew of other titles, many with instantly attention-grabbing themes and features. There is a reading recommendation for everyone in this episode, as KJ shares favorite and up and coming beach reads, literary fiction picks, thrillers, non-fiction, and more! In the Q&A, a reader with one 10 month old writes in with a tricky dilemma. She wants more children, but her partner wants her to choose between advancing in her career and growing the family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is inspired by a certain podcast host who is turning 40 tomorrow! Laura looks back on her 40th and Sarah discusses feelings -- physical & emotional. Physical changes, goal-setting, reflection and celebrations - all are covered! Plus, Sarah shares what she was planning to do for her 40th and their new revised version. In the Q&A, a listener writes in about an exciting temporary job opportunity that would put her a plane flight away from her kids. Door Dash: Door Dash: Get $5 off your first order with code BESTOFFiverr: Check out Fiverr.com today and receive 10% off your first order by using our code BESTOFFunction of Beauty - Go to functionofbeauty.com/bestof to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These are unprecedented times . . . and sometimes it is helpful to seize the lighter moments. The cleverly-riffing duo from What Fresh Hell will hopefully help you to do just that in this episode. Along with Laura & Sarah, they discuss the evolution of Lockdown Parenting, current thing keeping us sane, and much more. In the intro, Laura & Sarah discuss shifting timetables in their household, including the demise of Date Night. The Q & A segment is a timely one, discussing ways to transition in and out of work when the lines are currently so blurry.Better Help: Better Help - Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bestofDoor Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreFiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode perfect for the current times, yoga therapist Stephannie Weikert joins Laura and Sarah to talk about dealing with stress. She is a yoga therapist who provides online yoga therapy for "smart, stressed out men and women" - which may be widely applicable right now! She shares some of her favorite breathing techniques and postures for relaxation, as well as some of the deeper non-movement aspects of yoga. In the intro, Laura and Sarah discuss their own experiences with yoga & meditation. The Q&A segment features a listener question about managing childcare transitions.Skylight: To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame just go SkylightFrame.com/best and enter code BESTDoor Dash: Listeners can get $5 off their first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter code BESTOF.Sun Basket: Receive $35 off your first order at sunbacket.com/best and enter promo code best at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a traditional Laura & Sarah conversational episode, with a discussion of things currently keeping our spirits up as well as lessons/changes that may stick even when the pandemic is (eventually) behind us all! Plus, Laura reveals her newest project (exciting!) and Sarah shares a much more minor but notable blog-related achievement. In the Q&A, they answer a listener question about charitable donations.Skylight - $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to Skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BESTBetter Help - Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/bestofFunction of Beauty - Go to functionofbeauty.com/bestof to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can all use a dose of humor right now -- and well-known author Jen Hatmaker provides a just that, with a fresh burst of energy in her interview today. Laura and Sarah open with a discussion of their current diversions, and then guest Jen joins Laura to talk about her brand new book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about maintaining friendships, especially in that tough era when kids are little. Skylight: To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight frame, just go to skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BEST at checkoutFiverr: Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lani Inlander helps DC-area professionals build comfortable, stylish, and functional wardrobes, and she shares her wisdom and advice in this fun interview! Sarah and Laura share their particular pain points (motivation, sizing, and not knowing what to budget being just a few), and Lani weighs in. She also shares her favorite pieces in 5 must-have categories for working women, from black pants to comfortable shoes! In the Q&A, Sarah answers a question sent in by a physician transitioning away from clinical work.Fiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOFDoor Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreLinkedIn Jobs: Visit LinkedIn.com/BESTOF for $50 off of your first job post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah share current routines (during COVID-lockdown era), and explore their emotional states, adventures in homeschooling, and more. Laura shares some great work from home tips, and in the Q&A they address a listener question related to the current era. Skylight Frames - Skylight frames are touch-screen photo frames built for sharing -- a perfect gift for loved ones. To get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight frame, just go to skylightframe.com/BEST and enter code BEST at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle P. King is the director of diversity and inclusion at Netflix, and she has just published a book (The Fix, out earlier this month) about overcoming the barriers women face at work. Laura and Sarah are fans -- of both Netflix & overcoming barriers! -- so they were thrilled to host Michelle on the show. Michelle exposes some of the common barriers and shares her strategies for going beyond old methods ("women-fixing") to more innovative and inclusive solutions. All 3 share their current Netflix favorites in the 'love of the week' segment! In the Q&A, a listener asks Laura how she decides which speaking engagement and travel opportunities are worth it.Fiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 2nd coronavirus-related bonus episode, Laura and Sarah discuss what they've been up to, and answer a listener question about division of labor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a special "couples" edition! Dr James Turner is an anesthesiologist, a popular financially-minded physician blogger, and he's also a father of 3 young children. His wife Kristen Turner is an educator who does specialized work within the school system, and despite being a newbie to the podcasting world, she graciously agreed to come on with him! Josh (Sarah's husband) was excited and made an impromptu decision to join Sarah for part of the interview and to help introduce the episode. In the Q&A, Laura answers a listener question about in-home childcare and remote work (often from home) -- what are the advantages and downsides, and how does she make it work? Door Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or moreCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere elseFiverr is a marketplace that helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since we record ahead of time, we wanted to jump in and chat about what is going on with us now in these very different times. Today's episode is just a general check in; future episodes will be updates, and some more practical tips on remote work. We hope everyone stays healthy -- both physically and mentally -- during this tough stretch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Routines change -- new babies, new jobs, and even with the season! So, Sarah and Laura felt it was time to share an update on the landscape of their days. Morning routines, workday routines, evening routines, and even workout plans are discussed in this detailed account of day to day life. Then, Sarah provides an update on her prior mood issues (refer to episode 118 if you'd like) and what has really helped her. In the Q&A, a younger listener writes in asking -- "What should I do NOW before I have kids?"Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource to enable you to get help at your own pace and on your own time. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestofLinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the url LinkedIn.com/bestofCapital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open with some discussion of their current reading lives -- recent good books, to-be-read lists, and more. Then, they welcome Dr. Stewart Friedman, Wharton Business School Professor and co-author (along with Alyssa Westring) of Parents Who Lead: The Leadership Approach You Need to Parent with Purpose, Fuel Your Career, and Create a Richer Life. Dr. Friedman talks about work/life integration (rather than balance) and the change he has seen (and helped bring on!) throughout his career. In the Q&A, a listener writes in her frustration with mid-day PTA meetings as a working parent. Capital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura & Sarah talk childcare. They also talk payroll, taxes, and considerations for selecting preschools and daycare. Our listener question is about the popular trend of prepping for the week on Sundays. (A brief erratum from SHU - I mistakenly said we give 2 weeks vacation plus holidays. It's actually 3 weeks plus holidays! Oops!) Capital One Walmart Rewards Card: Get 5% back at Walmart online, 2% back at Walmart stores (plus restaurants + travel!), and 1% everywhere else Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is devoted to sharing listener hacks. Q&A about vacation planning! Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Grove Collaborative is an online marketplace that delivers all-natural home, beauty, and personal care products directly to your door. For a limited time, get a free five piece cleaning set from Mrs. Meyer's and Grove by going to grove.com/bestof and placing your firs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fun interview episode, Laura & Sarah open by sharing their own most worthwhile splurges, and then welcome Joel and Matt from the How to Money podcast! Laura and Sarah are both fans of their show, so they were excited to have this best-friends team on to share some money advice and to discuss some of the choices they've made around work and money -- both spending and saving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode was inspired around a listener question from a busy professional with three young children. Grove: For a limited time, listeners can go to Grove.co/bestof and receive a free five-piece cleaning set - a $30 value! Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource to enable you to get help at your own pace and time. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof at betterhelp.com/bestof Bombas: Try Bombas socks at bombas.com/bestof, and get 20% off your first pu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah is on the mic solo, Arianna Taboada joins her to discuss maternity leave. In Q&A, Sarah shares a listener testimonial. Door Dash: Download the app and use code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or more. Better Help is an online counseling resource. Get 10% off your first month with code BESTOF. Goto betterhelp.com/bestof Fiverr helps you find the right freelance talent for your business or project. Check out Fiverr.com, and you will receive 10% off your first order with code BE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first post-baby update from Laura!! In Q&A, we address a question on handling first tri fatigue at work. Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource enables you to get help at your own pace and time. Get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Thrive Causemetics is a high-performing beauty product line that gives back to women in need. Get 15% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/bestof and entering code "bestof" at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Gillian Goddard is a private practice endocrinologist working in NYC. Listen for her great insights into life with an au pair, home schedule management, and sharing responsibilities as parents. We discuss Laura's 'maternity leave', and answer a listener question about finding the daily grind overwhelming. Sponsors: LinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the url LinkedIn.com/bestof Door Dash: Download app and use promo code BESTOF for $5 off your first order of $15 or more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Sarah and Laura for their first official episode of 2020, where both Laura and Sarah share their ultimate lists of Favorite Things -- from workout gear to office supplies to beauty and beyond. Then, they share a list of listener-contributed favorites! Finally, in the Q&A they answer a question from a listener related to her husband's job choices: should he "lean out" so that she can lean in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LV & SHU do their traditional yearly goals episode, sharing what they have in store for next year. Sarah has changed her system a bit, and Laura has quarterly goals in multiple domains to share. Work, fitness, family, and more are discussed in this episode! In the Q&A, a listener writes in about her seven-year-old having meltdowns whenever she travels to work, and we give some tips and thoughts about what might help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this end of year episode, Laura and Sarah review hits, misses, joys and lessons learned in 2019. In Q&A, we share our thoughts and advice on a listener's difficult situation. Sponsor: Calm is one of the leading apps for both meditation and sleep. They offer a whole library of programs designed to help you get the sleep your brain and body needs. For 25% off of a Calm Premium subscription, visit calm.com/BESTOF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.