Best of Both Worlds Podcast

We welcome our first mother-daughter pair to the show! Dr. Karen Higgins, a pediatrician in the days that being a working mother was unusual and joining her is daughter Christie, a working mother to her now 5-year-old. Sarah and Laura discuss holiday plans, and they answer a winter-themed question. Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource. Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 2 of our Ask Us Anything Series! we answer some great ones in this episode! Sponsors Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, bookings, contracts, and invoices -- all in one place! Get 50% off your first year at TryHoneyBook.com/BESTOF LOLA is a female-founded company offering a line of organic cotton tampons, pads, liners, and all-natural cleansing wipes. Get 30% off your first month's subscription at mylola.com and enter code BESTOF at che Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open up with one of those topics parents love to discuss (but find very frustrating in practice) -- homework! Specifically, the dilemma of how involved to get any assignments that come home from school. Then, expert guest Diane Tavenner shares what she has learned about facilitating independence and preparing our next generation for a happy life. She is an educator, charter school founder, and author of the recent release Prepared: What Kids Need For A Fulfilled Life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Molly Fletcher, a sports agent, and mother of 3 girls. In Q&A, a question about answering her 4 year old's query. Sponsors: Honeybook: Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, contracts, bookings, and invoices. Visit tryhoneybook.com/BESTOF to get 50% offer. Calm: Calm is one of the leading apps for both meditation and sleep. 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.

They asked you answered! In this episode, Laura and Sarah put out a call to Instagram to 'ask us anything!', and you all definitely delivered. This fun episode covers a diverse array of topics, from school to sex to index fund bubbles and beyond! Sponsors: Better Help: Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at the URL betterhelp.com/bestof LinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the URL LinkedIn.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Petriglieri is an associate professor of organizational behavior at INSEAD and author of Couples that Work. Varsity Tutors is an effective and convenient service that brings expert tutoring help to your home. Get $250 off of your initial purchase of a tutoring package with offer code BESTOF. Better Help is a convenient online counseling resource. Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone has low moods sometimes, including Laura & Sarah! A conversational episode about those times. In Q&A, a listener's question dealing with hormonal fluctuations. Sponsors: Calm is one of the leading apps for both meditation and sleep. For 25% off of a Calm Premium subscription, visit calm.com/BESTOF. Away luggage features clean lines, modern features, and a limited lifetime warranty. For $20 off of an Away suitcase, visit awaytravel.com/BESTOF and use promo code BESTOF during checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome, Sarah Powers, host on "The Mom Hour". We share routines, tips & hacks. Sponsors: Honeybook is an online business management tool that organizes your client communications, bookings, contracts, and invoices -- all in one place! Get 50% off your first year at TryHoneyBook.com/BESTOF LOLA is a female-founded company offering a line of organic cotton tampons, pads, liners, and all-natural cleansing wipes. Get 30% off your first month's subscription at mylola.com and enter code BESTOF at ch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is Masha Saunders, a manager at a Big 4 accounting firm. She shares how it works with a toddler AND a partner that works overseas. Our Q&A centers on a listener with a partner who is working extremely long hours trying to climb a career ladder. Sponsors Better Help: Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof LinkedIn: Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the url LinkedIn.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 4th quarter and solidly into the 4th quintile, so it's time for a goals update! In Q&A, we answer a listener's question on goals for a long maternity leave. Episode Sponsors: Varsity Tutors, an effective and convenient tutoring service. Get $250 off your initial tutoring package with offer code BESTOF. Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource. Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's fall - time for lots of cozy soups & stews at the family dinner table! But if you're like us, you're not interested in standing over a pot and chopping for ingredients for hours each weeknight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we announced on last week's very exciting episode, Laura is pregnant with baby #5! In this episode, we dive into all things pregnancy and baby, with plans & updates from Laura's journey. Tune in to learn about how she handled the 'reveal' with her 4 big kids and their reactions! We also share your advice about the new favorite baby products out. It's amazing how fast things change. In Q&A, we answer a very well-timed listener question about taking maternity leave as the owner of your own business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fun episode with an important announcement. The featured guest is Calee Lee, president, and creator of Xist Publishing, a publishing company focused on digital children's books. Calee tells us her story of how she created and grew her company. In Q&A, we answer a question about chores -- are there any consequences of outsourcing in terms of how it prepares our kids to survive in the real world? Sponsor info: LinkedIn - Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the URL LinkedIn.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah bring some financial talk with finance expert Jean Chatzky! In Q&A, we answer a listener question related to ethical spending and philanthropy. Varsity Tutors is a service that helps you bring expert tutoring help to your home via a digital platform. Get $250 off of your initial purchase of a tutoring package with offer code BESTOF. Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource. BoBW listeners get 10% off your first month with code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah reminisce about their pre-college days and the admissions process. Our guest is author and expert Lisa Heffernan, who just released a book, Grown and Flown: How to Support Your Teen, Stay Close as a Family, and Raise Independent Adults. In Q&A, we answer a question related to daycare costs. Lola - visit mylola.com and enter discount code Bestof for 40% off your first order! Better Help - get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We open with a discussion of kids and independence. Myleen Leary is a professor and shares her journey as a single parent and academic who made the choice to adopt two toddlers from abroad. In Q&A, we tackle a planning question. Better Help is an online counseling resource. Listeners get 10% off your first month with code bestof. Get started at betterhelp.com/bestof! Hello Fresh is a meal kit delivery service! For $80 off your first month go to HelloFresh.com/Bestof80 and enter promo code Bestof80. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy 2nd birthday to BOBW! Today's episode is a celebratory one, as the podcast achieves this exciting milestone and most likely is nearing the 1-million-download mark. Laura and Sarah tell the story of how the podcast came to fruition and then go into a behind-the-scenes look on how the show gets made, from brainstorming to "pod prep: to post-episode processing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features favorite tips from Laura, Sarah, and a slew of great advice from listeners & readers! In the Q&A, we answer a listener question about transitioning from an hourly to an 'exempt' position. Sponsors are MM Lafleur and LinkedIn Jobs. Offer codes: Get $25 off your first order from mmlafleur with URL mmlafleur.com/bestof and code "BEST OF". Get $50 off your first job post at LinkedIn using the URL LinkedIn.com/bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah discusses the challenge of finding alternative childcare. Sarah and Laura welcome guest Helen Dayen, a finance professional who has pivoted into executive coaching. In Q&A, a listener writes in asking on ways to handle transitions during the workday. Episode sponsors MM LaFleur and Circle. For $25 off of your first MM LaFleur order, go to mmlafleur.com/bestof and enter code "bestof" at checkout! For $30 off of a Circle Home Plus device, go to meetcircle.com/bestof and enter BEST OF at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah covers the family's summer trip. Laura and Sarah explore ways to fit in health, exercise, sleep, healthy eating, and mental health. In the Q&A, a listener question on ramping up her career. Sponsors: Door Dash - an online food delivery platform working with over 300,000 stores. For $5 off your first order, enter code Best Of at checkout MM LaFleur - a clothing company with beautiful classics for work and excellent service. To enjoy $25 off your first purchase, enter code BESTOF at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah are thrilled to welcome organizing and time management expert Julie Morganstern! She delves into organizing time vs space, and then we discuss all things parenting. In this special edition Q&A, we pose listener questions to Julie! Sponsor notes/codes: LinkedIn: To get $50 off your first LinkedIn Jobs post, visit linkedin.com/bestof MM LaFleur: To get $25 your first purchase, visit mmlafleur.com/bestof and enter code "BESTOF" at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah review their own childcare arrangements and the delve into one option that listeners have asked about for quite some time - au pairs! In the Q&A, we address a listener eager to revamp her planning methods for the next academic year. Episode sponsors are Better Help and Circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah take a deep dive into their summer goals with a mid-summer check-in. Then, both hosts discuss routines -- those that work, those that don't, and those that they want to spend more time thinking about. In the Q&A, we address a listener question on sleep troubles in young kids while traveling. Episode Sponsors are Better Help and Door Dash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah open by chatting about summer and debating whether they consider themselves 'nice'. Our guest, Fran Hauser, is a successful media executive and is now succeeding as a startup investor and author. Today's episode sponsor is LOLA, a female-founded company that offers a line of organic cotton tampons, pads, and other feminine care products conveniently delivered to your door via subscription. For 40% off all subscriptions, visit mylola.com and enter code Bestof when you subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah celebrate turning 100. Then, guest Andrea Walter joins in to tell her family's fascinating story of adoptive parenting. We also get a classic Day In the Life from this clinical pharmacist. In Q&A, we answer a question about last names and marriage - to change or not to change? Our episode sponsor today is Circle, a device and app to help you regulate and monitor screen time in your family. Get $30 off your device when you visit meetcircle.com/BESTOF and enter BEST OF at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The challenges of big kids vs little ones & In the Q&A, a listener question about adding a third kid to the family? Episode Sponsors: Better Help, a convenient online counseling resource. Best of Both Worlds Podcast listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code bestof at betterhelp.com/bestof! Hello Fresh is a meal kit delivery service that can be fun, convenient, and delicious! For $80 off your first month of HelloFresh, go to HelloFresh.com/Bestof80 and enter promo code Bestof Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We bring you a multitude of FRUGAL parenting tips and a listener question about MOM GUILT. Sponsored by: Better Help, an online counseling resource. Get help at your own pace and on your own time. Better Health offers licensed professional counselors who treat depression, anxiety, stress, family conflicts, sleep issues, and grief management. All sessions are confidential, with 3000 US licensed therapists in 50 states. Get 10% off your 1st month using code bestof at betterhealth.com/bestof! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura and Sarah discuss their latest favorite podcasts and are then joined by Emily Oster, a Ph.D. in economics and a professor at Brown University. She is the author of recent release Crib Sheets: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, and she was inspired to dig deep into the data on how we parent when she first became a mother herself. She and her husband now have 2 children. In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah address a listener question about time estimation and avoiding overwork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back by popular demand, Laura and Sarah revisit... well, many superficial things! From diet and fitness to (ahem) cosmetic enhancements, we discuss our favorites and go off on a few tangents. In the Q&A, we answer a question submitted by a "paper-geek with to-do lists, a posted weekly menu plan, paper wall calendar for the family, and personal day planner" who admits that even she gets planning fatigue. Laura and Sarah discuss this well-known phenomenon and discuss how they cope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany Dufu is the author of Drop the Ball, a book about eliminating excess and focusing on what matters so that women, in particular, can pursue their biggest dreams. She has since created and is now leading her own business dedicated to helping women find their "Cru" -- think of a diverse and supportive network of local peers. She is an inspiring and passionate speaker and her love of the week might be our favorite yet! In the Q&A, Laura and Sarah answer a listener question about early bedtimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura & Sarah share their thoughts on the recent viral facebook rant from a working mother with 3 kids, in which she ended with "I don't know about you, but I'm ready to lean OUT." There may be a rant-induced rant in here somewhere! We also talk about work updates, some minor changes to the podcast, and answer a question from a listener who is a self-described "Type A perfectionist upholder" and wants to work on lowering her standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features Katherine Goldstein, host of The Double Shift, a podcast about the lives of mothers. Learn about how she got into the podcasting business, and how we all feel like there continue to be gaps (and opportunities) in the podcasting sphere when it comes to working motherhood. She shares with us her experiences as a relatively new parent finding her groove (her child is now 3), and her Friday evening ritual. In Q&A, we address an emotionally charged question about overwork and resentme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about camp! Laura and Sarah chat about their camp experiences and plans for their children. Guest Audrey Monke is the author of the book Happy Campers: 9 Summer Camp Secrets For Raising Kids Who Will Become Thriving Adults -- out on the same day as this episode's initial release. Audrey is also a camp co-director and mother of 5. In the Q&A, we answer a physician's question about call and a possible job change out of academic medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap our spring breaks - Sarah gives the lowdown on their Disney Cruise - Laura reveals their destination chosen a mere 10 days before vacation! Then, the conversation moves to WEEKENDS -- Sarah and Laura talk about the differences in weekend experience with and without a toddler and each share updated ingredients for an ideal weekend. In the Q&A, Laura addresses a listener whose supervisor will not allow her to work from home when her infant is sick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode features a guest all the way in the Netherlands! Sharon Van Herel is a Dutch insurance executive and has made a somewhat unusual choice for their region to stay full time after having children. She talks about leadership, the part-time glass ceiling, differences between Europe (and between European countries) in terms of maternity leave and childcare policies, and more! Our Q&A is inspired by one of the more controversial plotlines on the popular show This Is Us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah talk all about children's activities. Ballet, robotics, karate, wrestling, swim - these are just a few options in the wide world of extracurriculars available for kids these days! We delve into questions like how much is too much, and how we handle it when kids want to abruptly quit something. In the Q&A, we answer a listener question about pregnancy - did we enjoy it, and does it get easier after the first time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a crowd-sourced round up of childcare tips, tricks, and hacks! Our readers & listeners contributed their best tips and submitted them via blogs, emails, and Instagram. There were so many great ones, this may be just part 1! We delve into daycare, date night babysitters, the au pair option and managing nanny care. In the Q&A, we address a listener's question about her nanny: how reasonable is it to expect her caregiver to help with household tasks in addition to providing childcare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another goal-focused episode! Laura and Sarah go through their 2019 goals and how things are going - Q1 specifically. In our usual fashion, we address goals in categories: work, relationship/family, and personal. In the Q&A, we answer a listener question about dealing with unexpected days of lost work - specifically the attitude side of things, rather than the logistics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura & Sarah delve into the mysterious topic of SELF-CARE. First, we discuss -- what is it? Is it something specific, fixed, or more relative? Then, we get into our favorite self-care rituals and themes, self-care martyrdom on social media, and self-care vs treats. In the Q&A, we address a tough listener question about whether our podcast advice applies to those without the ability to outsource. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, we interview our first male guest. Josh Unger is a vascular surgeon with 3 young children ages 1 to almost 7. He is very passionate about work, his family life, and our podcast. He also happens to be Sarah's husband! Join us as he discusses how he and Sarah met, the challenges of balancing work life with 3 kids, and what he considers his own personal 'midlife crisis' (don't worry, no flashy red sports cars have been purchased!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special book-focused episode, Laura and Sarah chat about Laura's new release - Juliet's School fo Possibilities, a fable on time management, which is out TODAY! We get into the genesis of this idea, explore the (juicy) characters, and find out what Laura is thinking about doing next. In the Q&A, we address a listener who has the (great) problem of two enticing job offers - which to choose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel is the topic of today's episode as we get closer to spring break for many of you! Laura and Sarah share upcoming travel plans and then chat with Jody Robbins, a family travel expert based on Canada. She shares some great family travel hacks as well as pro tips on top Canadian destinations for families. In the Q&A, we tackle a great question from a mother of a one-year-old who plays well independently -- what to do while you're with him, but not necessarily providing active parenting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Management Systems - From swapping out work/kid bags to bedtime routines, Laura and Sarah chat about the systems that are currently working for their families. Hot topics also include laundry, homework, date nights, and morning routines. Join us as we lament always forgetting the socks at bouncy house places! In the Q&A, we answer a listener's query about starting a side hustle as a new mother to an 8-month-old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah interview Amy Rasdal, an independent consultant who also runs Billable with Baby, where she helps other women set up their own successful consulting practices. She also gives some very practical advice -- including her take on what 80% of independent consultants charge per hour! Sarah & Laura also give some general life updates, talk about reading, and address a great listener question: What would you do with two kid-free weeks at home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah has just moved -- blog, home, schools, and all! So, the two of us talk about the challenges and logistics around moving, from packing to integrating at a new school. We also talk about using tiny slices of time (inspired by the minutes I'll be losing on my commute!). In our Q&A, we discuss a listener's dilemma -- should she keep her job even if the commute is about to double? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gearing up for spring break (or even summer)? In this episode, Laura and Sarah get into traveling with kids, and particularly the planning aspects. We chat about how much energy we like to expend on vacations with kids, how far in advance we tend to set things, up, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Laura and Sarah chat with Katie Forrest, UK criminal defense attorney, and mother to a 10-year-old girl with special needs. She also writes novels on the side! We learned how she handles the challenges that come with raising her daughter while continuing to achieve in both work and her creative endeavors. To open up, we also revisit "superficial things". Our question is a great one about sleep deprivation and sharing that very challenging aspect of parenting with your partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our second mailbag Q&A episode! For this fun and spontaneous episode (recorded together from Philadelphia!), Laura and Sarah asked listeners (via Instagram) for some spur-of-the-moment questions - and provided honest, off-the-cuff answers. Topics range from enneagram types to dealing with in-laws, and everything in between! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori is an attorney, mother of 2, and runs a side business coaching women on creating a mindful return to work after maternity leave. Lori dishes about her daily life in DC with her involvement in all of these important areas, and we talk about the highlights of what she's learned as a post-leave-mentor, from common pitfalls to pumping adventures. Sarah shares her post-pumping thoughts (hint: her life is much easier now!). In Q&A, we discuss 'batching' kids activities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Laura and Sarah take on the question of what it actually means to be organized, and Lisa joins us in the interview segment with popular tips and tricks from her own organizing programs and podcast. In the Q&A, we discuss a reader's question on pregnancy, baby, and parenting books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.