
Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting (BFP)
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Ep. 227: Throwback: Shanna's First Boyfriend
ELaura discusses a big decision that she has to make about her 1-year-old's daycare, and Shanna talks about her reluctance to let her girls run a lemonade stand. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells a story about her first boyfriend and reflects on some important life lessons she learned from her mom at the time. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 226: Grief While Parenting
EIn a special "Big Topic/Throwback" segment, Laura talks about the recent passing of a loved one, discusses how she explained the loss to her three-year-old and shares memories from her childhood. Shanna reports on her six-year-old's crush on a surprising person and on her kids' recent escape from their house. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 225: Halloween Fun and Frights
EShanna and Laura get in the Halloween spirit by sharing their plans and revealing their families’ costumes for one of their favorite holidays. Also, in the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?" they share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to melt down, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 224: Baby's First Time at Daycare
ELaura reports on her 19-month-old's first week of daycare and how the transition is affecting him and the family, and Shanna shares her three-year-old's unique plans for Thanksgiving dinner. Also, in the segment "Today I Learned," Shanna and Laura dive into the fascinating topics of regrettable baby names, infant X-rays, toddler metabolism and more Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 223: Funny Things We've Taught Our Kids
EIn the special segment "Mom Confessions," Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves, including the hilarious things they've taught their kids, hidden from their kids and eaten off their kids. Also, Laura reports on some big news about an upcoming change in her childcare situation, and Shanna shares some exciting news about her three-year-old's speech therapy. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 222: Embracing Your Child's Talents
EShanna's three-year-old achieves a very unexpected new milestone, and Laura's three-year-old discovers a unique talent. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna follow up on past topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including whether Shanna's daughter still has a preschool boyfriend, how Laura is handling her son's picky eating, if they have officially prepared for their untimely deaths and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 221: Like Parent, Like Child
ELaura reports on her toddler's recent language explosion and creative ability to delay nap time, and Shanna discusses the ways she is seeing herself in her three-year-old. Also, in the special segment "Gripe Water," they dive into the topics of pernicious packaging, men making fun of moms and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 220: Shanna's Mystery Package
EShanna receives a mystery package and must use her detective skills to determine where it came from and why, and Laura has to manage her 18-month-old's intense separation anxiety. Also, in the special segment "Internet Insanity," they share the wackiest parenting-related things they've come across online recently, including a bizarre teething remedy, eerie fetal images and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 219: Why Can't Mama Have Nice Things?!
ELaura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips in the segment “What the Hack?,” including ideas for getting permanent marker out of clothes, snapping toddlers out of meltdowns, teaching little kids your phone number and more! Also, Laura reports on her attempts to set up exciting activities for her 18-month-old, and Shanna celebrates her three-year-old's recent success in preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 218: Losing Can Be a Win
EIn the special segment "Mom Wins," Shanna and Laura celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including a successful board-game session, a creative solution to helping kids release energy and more! Also, Shanna reports on her daughter's recent performance in "Shrek Jr.," and Laura discusses her three-year-old's attempts to be part of the tween crowd. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 217: Pandemic Parenting Hangovers
EIn the special segment "Big Topic," Laura and Shanna dive deep into the topic of parenting during the pandemic and the residual effects that experience has had on their lives. Also, Laura reports on her family trip to Portland, and Shanna has an eye-opening conversation with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 216: Trying New Parenting Skills
EShanna and Laura admit the odd and embarrassing things they've asked the internet lately in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," including the topics of stool samples, snug-fitting sleepers and more! Also, Shanna reports on trying some new parenting techniques with her 3-year-old, and Laura discusses a major setback in her progress to re-sleep train her 17-month-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 215: Can Your Partner Get Pregnancy Symptoms?
ELaura reports on her efforts to sleep train her 17-month-old again to fix his nighttime wakings, and Shanna discusses her thinly veiled efforts to mold her daughter into a "mini-me." Also, in the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura grill each other with exciting trivia questions about oocytes, rare health conditions, mega-rich kids and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 214: To Share or Not to Share? Part 2 with Parenting Consultant Gia Gambaro Blount
EIn part two of their interview with parenting expert and consultant Gia Gambaro Blount, Shanna and Laura get answers to questions about sharing toys, talking to kids about nudity and handling toddler's cute aggression toward babies and pets. Gia imparts some wonderful parenting advice about asking critical questions, fostering collaboration and more! Also, Shanna checks in on her recent trip back home to Arizona, and Laura discusses why the "lasagna method" of bed-making came in very handy this week. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 17 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 213: Toddler Troubleshooting with Parenting Consultant Gia Gambaro Blount
ELaura and Shanna get answers to questions about toddler meltdowns, defiance, misbehavior at the dinner table and more from parenting expert and consultant Gia Gambaro Blount. Gia imparts some incredible parenting advice about replacement behaviors, emotional hygiene, upskilling and more! Also, Laura reports on the very bizarre thing her 17-month-old did in his crib the other night, and Shanna discusses the conundrum that has her rethinking her future travel plans. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 17 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 212: Fixing Toddler Sleep Troubles
EShanna discusses the dramatic trip her family took for her birthday, and Laura reports on her success in fixing her three-year-old's sleep troubles. Also, in the new special segment "Super Moms," Laura and Shanna share stories of moms doing jaw-dropping things, including two unbelievable birth stories, a confrontation with a predator and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 211: Forward Facing (In the Car Seat and in Life)
EIn the special segment “OMG I'm Freaking Out,” Laura and Shanna report on the parenting-related situations that have their hair standing on end, including a terrifying toddler escape, sibling injuries, deep thoughts about life and more! Also, Laura discusses her 16-month-old's developing use of baby sign language, and Shanna reports on her decision to turn her three-year-old's car seat to forward facing. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 210: Our Kids Said What?!
EIn the special segment, "They Said What?!," Shanna and Laura report on the outrageous, hilarious and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some choice comments about groceries, vasectomies and shadows. Also, Shanna reports on her three-year-old's curious questions that have emerged during her "why" phase, and Laura discusses her family's struggle with sleep. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 209: First Night Away from the Kids
ELaura spends a night away from her kids for the first time ever, and Shanna has big feelings about her six-year-old finishing kindergarten. Also, in the special segment, "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal embarrassing and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a desperate desire at a local family festival and a desperate hunt for an offending odor. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 16 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 208: What's It Like to Get a Vasectomy?
EIn the special segment, "Today I Learned," Shanna and Laura dive into the fascinating topics of diaper engineering, embryo genetic testing, saving knocked-out teeth and more! Also, Shanna reports on her husband's long-awaited vasectomy, and Laura reflects on the ambient stress that came along with a four-month home renovation. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 207: Planting Roots in a Family Home
EIn the special segment, "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Laura and Shanna share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to melt down, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Also, Laura discusses dropping her toddler down to one nap, and Shanna talks about planting roots in her family home. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 206: Am I Crazy for Wanting Another Baby?
EShanna and Laura answer more listener questions in another round of "Checkin' the Inbox," diving into the topics of being old parents, how to handle routines with two kids, what contractions feel like and more! Also, Shanna talks about an adorable new thing her three-year-old is finally doing now that she is in preschool, and Laura discusses a mind-blowing new development in her three-year-old's daily routine. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 205: Teaching Body Positivity to Your Kids
ELaura and Shanna answer listener questions in the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of getting pregnant while breastfeeding, instilling body positivity in your kids, how to introduce toddlers to their new siblings and more! Also, Laura reports on a very dramatic week with her kids, and Shanna talks about some hot goss at her three-year-old's preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 204: The Benefits of Alone Time
EShanna reports on the surprising thing her six-year-old has been doing in the middle of the night, and Laura talks about getting some much needed alone time during a road trip. Also, in the special segment "Mom Confessions," Laura and Shanna divulge some of their deepest, darkest, most hilarious mom secrets, as they dive into the topics of embarrassing lies, unexpected injuries and more! Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 15 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 203: When Kids Want to Quit
EIn the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells the story of how she was terrible at musical theater as a tween in the 90s and how the experience shaped her. Also, Laura talks about her 14-month-old being on the verge of switching from two naps a day to one, and Shanna discusses how she handled her six-year-old's fear of death. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 14 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 202: Mom Brain
EIn the special segment "Throwback," Laura tells the story of how she became a "cat lady," including the time her parents gave her a outrageous explanation for why her beloved cat Oreo suddenly disappeared. Also, Shanna talks about her recent struggles with "mom brain," and Laura reports on her efforts to fix her 14-month-old's sleep issues by sleep training him again. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 14 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 201: Shadowbusters
ELaura reports on the ingenious new tactic she used to allay her three-year-old's latest nighttime fears, and Shanna talks about her daughter's hilarious takeaway from a family trip in the mountains (a trip which did NOT go as planned). Also, in the special segment “Loose Ends,” Shanna and Laura provide updates on past topics they left hanging, including whether Laura ever donated her breastmilk to the UC Health Milk Bank, how Shanna's three-year-old is doing in speech therapy, if Laura's son is still obsessed with her cracked heels and more! Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 14 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 200: We Said What?!
ELaura and Shanna celebrate their 200th episode by blind reacting to their very first episode of the BFP podcast. They reflect back on their first weeks of pregnancy and discover that they said some surprising, helpful and ridiculously odd things. Also, Shanna reports on the preschool plague that has caught up with her family, and Laura talks about her three-year-old's charming new behavior. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 14 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 199: Preschool, Here We Come!
EIn the segment “Gripe Water,” Shanna and Laura vent about the ridiculously annoying things they’ve come across lately, including babies on TV, doctor’s notes, holiday madness and more! Also, Laura talks about her three-year-old’s new reaction to books and TV shows, and Shanna reports on her three-year-old’s first week at preschool. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 13 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 198: Mom Hacks for Handling Fears and Meltdowns
ELaura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips in the segment “What the Hack?,” including ideas for calming kids’ fears, mitigating meltdowns, making up bedtime stories and more! Also, Shanna talks about her big and unexpected feelings about signing her three-year-old up for preschool, and Laura reports on one very long and eventful night. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 13 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 197: What Would Michelle Obama Do?
EIn the special segment “Internet Insanity,” Shanna and Laura share some wild and wacky things they’ve found online recently, including phallic figurines that scandalized a major retailer and mom messes that went viral. Also, Laura reports on the blossoming sibling relationship between her sons, and Shanna discusses a situation that forced her to face one of her biggest fears: conflict with others. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 13 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 196: Laura’s Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Story
EIn Part Two of their “Big Topic” segment on postpartum depression and anxiety, Laura and Shanna talk about Laura’s experience with undiagnosed PPA and PPD after the birth of her son. Also, Shanna talks about filling out a questionable preschool application, and Laura reports on her family’s most recent trip to Disneyland and the parenting mistakes that were made there. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 13 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 195: Shanna’s Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Story
EIn Part One of their “Big Topic” segment on postpartum depression and anxiety, Laura and Shanna talk about Shanna’s experience with PPD and PPA after the birth of her second daughter. Also, Laura talks about how she handles her one-year-old’s early-morning wakeups, and Shanna reveals her temporary solution to her three-year-old’s night wakings. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 1 year old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 194: Mom Rage
EShanna and Laura admit the odd and embarrassing things they’ve asked the internet lately in the special segment “What I Googled This Week,” including the topics of smell, smashing and more! Also, Shanna reports on the exciting outing she had with her six-year-old, and Laura talks about her one-year-old’s adorable new skill. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 1 year old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 193: Woo-hoos and Boo-hoos
EIn the special segment “OMG I’m Freaking Out,” Laura and Shanna report on the parenting-related situations that have their hair standing on end, including Spotify’s shocking algorithm and Laura’s domestic death trap. Also, Laura reports on some very exciting news about her three-year-old’s preschool, and Shanna provides an update on her family’s disastrous dinner times. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 1 year old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 192: Baby’s First Birthday
EShanna talks about a disturbing realization she had about herself during a conversation with her kids, and Laura reports on her baby’s first birthday and the mom guilt that comes along with parenting a second child. Also, in the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Laura and Shanna grill each other with exciting trivia questions about birth rates, breast milk donation, pseudomenstruation and more. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 1 year old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 191: Getting Mansplained by a Preschooler
ELaura reports on her spontaneous trip to the mountains alone with her two kids, and Shanna talks about the upsetting news she received days before her daughter’s birthday. Also, in the special segment “Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition,” they reveal embarrassing and shocking situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a very messy rescue situation and mansplaining from a tiny child. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 11 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 190: Life with a Threenager
EIn the special segment, “They Said What?!” Laura has a surprising and awkward interview with a potential nanny, and Shanna is complimented on her parenting in a shockingly backhanded way. Also, Shanna reports on the challenging behavior of her “threenager,” and Laura discusses how the demo for her home renovation disrupted her family’s routine. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 11 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 189: What’s the Deal with After-School Meltdowns?
EShanna and Laura share fascinating facts they’ve come across recently in the special segment “Today I Learned,” including a broken world record, adorable studies with toddlers and the reason behind kids’ big feelings after a long day at school. Also, Laura discusses prepping for major home renovations while parenting two small children, and Shanna reports on her three-year-old’s new speech therapy sessions. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 11 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 188: Mom Wins: Coming Back from Rock Bottom
EIn the special segment “Mom Wins!,” Laura and Shanna recount their recent parenting successes with spreadsheets, sand and soap! Also, Shanna discusses the agony of her daughter’s three-year sleep regression, and Laura reports on the celebrations for her son’s third birthday. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3 years old and 11 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 187: How to Donate Breast Milk
EShanna and Laura talk with Stephanie Lehman, Ph.D., from the University of California Health Milk Bank, where Laura is donating her breast milk, about how the milk bank got started, why breast milk donation is important, how a donor can get involved and more! Also, Laura wonders if her 11-month-old is officially a walker now, and Shanna bemoans her family’s out-of-control dinner routine. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 11 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 186: Why Is My Kid Crying?
EIn the brand-new segment “Why Is My Kid Crying?” Laura and Shanna share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to meltdown, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Also, Shanna talks about the unexpected feelings she had about the holiday season, and Laura reports on restarting potty training her two-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 10 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 185: Sex After Kids. How Much is Normal?
EShanna and Laura answer more listener questions in part two of “Checkin’ the Inbox,” diving into the topics of trying to conceive, sex after kids, handling meltdowns and more! Also, Laura reports on some big verbal- and motor-skill developments in her 10-month-old, and Shanna discusses her three-year-old’s speech and hearing assessments. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 10 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 184: Out of the Crib and Into the Toddler Bed
EIn the special segment “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about everything from babies’ first words to toddler nursing, to handling comparisons to your kids and more! Also, Shanna reports on her daughter’s third birthday celebration, and Laura announces that her two-year-old has transitioned to a toddler bed. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 10 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 183: 2021 Wrap Up - Our Biggest Challenges, Laughs and Surprises
E2021 has come to an end, and Shanna and Laura reflect on the last 12 months. They keep it real as they look back on 2021, from the biggest laughs, to the deepest challenges, to their hopes for the new year, to their favorite podcasts. Also, Laura reports on her 10-month-old’s journey in baby-led weaning, and Shanna talks about how she realized she shouldn’t underestimate her two-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 10 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 182: Talking to Kids About Death
EIn the segment “Mom Confessions,” Laura and Shanna divulge some of their deepest, darkest, most hilarious mom secrets, as they dive into the topics of hiding from toddlers, feeding kids inappropriate things and more! Also, Shanna talks about the death of her family’s dog and how she talked about it with her kids, and Laura reports on the big feelings she had when purging baby items. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 9 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 181: Good Advice About Toddler Tantrums
ELaura reports on her nine-month-old’s strong will and independence, and Shanna discusses some good advice she came across about how to handle her two-year-old’s tantrums. Also, in the special segment “Loose Ends,” Shanna and Laura provide updates on past topics they left hanging, including whether Auggie is still in the “why” phase and if CeCe is still obsessed with a couch pillow. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 9 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 180: Mom Hacks for Meal Time, Hand Washing and More!
EIn the segment “What the Hack?” Shanna and Laura share more of their favorite mom hacks, including a brilliant tip for getting toddlers to thoroughly wash their hands, the best DIY ice pack, tricks for making mealtime easier and more! Also, Shanna talks about her five-year-old getting her first Covid vaccination, and Laura reports on her two-year-old coming into a phase of incredible sweetness and affection. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 9 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 179: Toddler Temptations
EIn the segment “Gripe Water,” Laura and Shanna vent about the ridiculously annoying things they’ve come across lately, including ill-placed ice cream treats and toys, pointless parts of kids’ books and more! Also, Shanna reports on her two-year-old’s upcoming third birthday, and Laura shares an incredible trick that has stopped her two-year-old’s night wakings. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 9 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ep. 178: Weird Things Toddlers Love
EIn the special segment “Internet Insanity,” Shanna and Laura share some wild and wacky things they’ve found online recently, including rare kids’ snacks, nightmare children’s toys, weird things toddlers love and more! Also, Shanna reports on her two-year-old’s latest sassy catchphrases, and Laura discusses her baby’s newest motor skill development. Finally they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 2.5 and 5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 2.5 years old and 8 months old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.