The Mom Hour

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The most fun youve ever had with two moms youve never met. The most fun youve ever had with two moms youve never met. Co-hosts Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers have eight kids between them, preschool to teen. Weekly conversations offer practical tips and real-life encouragement for moms who want to enjoy motherhood more, and cut back on comparison, worry, and stress. Were not experts, were moms whove been there. Were not perfect, were real. Welcome to The Mom Hour.

Episodios

  • Envisioning Your Week Of Ideal Meals: Episode 331

    21/09/2021 Duración: 55min

    Our “Week Of Real-Life Dinners” is beloved around these parts, and we have another installment coming up next month! And while normalizing the pivots and misses (and hastily ordered pizzas) that characterize EVERY family’s real-life dinners is super important, we also know that revisiting the values and ideals that serve as your foundation can help re-energize the meal-planning process. In short: there’s nothing wrong with real-life dinners, but there’s also nothing wrong with shooting for an ideal plan. In Episode 331 Meagan and Sarah reflect on the what’s and why’s of our own week of ideal family meals, acknowledging the pain points we’re trying to avoid and the north star we’re shooting toward. We also look at the “ingredients” that go into a week of meals that nearly hits that elusive ideal. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Check out all our episodes on Feeding a Family, including our series of “A Week of Real Life Dinners.”Listen to Envisioning Your Perfect Ordinary Day, to hear what WE would

  • Managing Kids’ Extracurriculars (What We’ve Learned & What’s On Tap This Fall): Episode 330

    14/09/2021 Duración: 54min

    Whether you’re trying to scale back to a simpler schedule or ramp up after a pandemic hiatus, adjusting to kids’ activities and extracurriculars is a huge part of settling into a fall routine. In Episode 330 Meagan and Sarah look at this topic with some hindsight (sharing what we learned about ourselves and our kids by trying different activities during the little years), and also through the lens of Fall 2021 (what our kids are playing and trying now, and how a year off has changed things in our families). We also reflect on how our own childhoods influence our family cultures around extracurriculars, and what has surprised us about how older kids and teens find their passions and pursuits. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Listen to Helping vs. Helicoptering? Part 1: Episode 194 and Part 2: Episode 195 where we talked about nurturing our kids’ independence. Look back on The Fall Sarah Quit Everything: Episode 233 to hear what happened when the Powers family was over-scheduled. 

  • More Than Mom: The OTHER Four Senses

    12/09/2021 Duración: 01h02min

    Our favorite foods and flavors are WELL-documented on the podcast, but what about the other four senses? Sights, smells, sounds, and textures can all contribute to a boosted mood OR a not-so-great sensory experience. In today’s More Than Mom episode – our first one back after a summer hiatus! – Sarah and Meagan chat about whether our sensory preferences change with the seasons, how our sensitivities have changed with age, and what specific textures, scents, and sounds we’re drawn to. We round out the episode by talking about how trends influence our favorite colors, and which ones we’ve loved our whole lives. Join us! LINKS MENTIONED:Sarah is obsessed with the feeling of slipping into her sheets from our sponsor Cozy Earth. For 40% OFF go to cozyearth.com and enter promo code THEMOMHOURPODCASTListen to Speaking Our Kids’ Love Languages & Knowing Our Own: Episode 296 for more about how we feel about physical touch.In House Rules for Easier Mornings: Episode 328 we talk ab

  • Our Birth Stories (And Your Questions About Them!): Episode 329

    07/09/2021 Duración: 01h03min

    Every pregnancy, baby, and birth is unique–and between us we’ve had eight of them! From planned c-sections to hospital births that didn’t go as planned, birthing centers, home births, and water births: we haven’t experienced everything, but we’ve been through a lot! Coming off of Labor Day (wink wink), Meagan and Sarah are looking back on the births of our eight babies in Episode 329. We answer your questions about how we prepared, some funny and not-so-fun moments, and what we wish we had known about birth. Join us!We know birth stories can be hard to hear. If you’re struggling with infertility you might find encouragement in this episode; if you’ve experienced a pregnancy loss, we recommend this episode; if you’re going through a medically difficult pregnancy or difficult diagnosis, try this one or this one; if you’re experiencing infant loss or a tough NICU stay, this episode may help you feel less alone.LINKS MENTIONED:Email hello@themomhour.com with your

  • Inside The Morning Hustle: Voices 64 With Lisa Payne & Ashley Schafluetzel

    03/09/2021 Duración: 53min

    Ever wondered how other moms get everybody up, ready, fed, and out the door with all their parts and pieces? We think it’s fascinating to peek behind the curtain at different families’ routines and rituals, so in today’s episode Sarah chats with two moms from our Contributor team. Lisa is a full-time working single mom of four kids (at three schools!) who has great ideas for keeping mornings calm, making time for herself, and giving kids increasing independence as they grow. Ashley is a kindergarten teacher and mom of two kids, one with Cerebral Palsy, so mornings present a different set of challenges in her house. Find out what’s working well so far this fall for Lisa’s and Ashley’s families, how they’re dealing with setbacks, and what they’ve learned works for them when it comes to morning routines. Enjoy!LINKS MENTIONED:Listen to House Rules for Easier Mornings, Episode 328Get to know our Contributor team, including Lisa and Ashley!Learn more about Ashley’s family by listening to our conversation abou

  • House Rules For Easier Mornings: Episode 328

    31/08/2021 Duración: 44min

    Stress out by mornings? You’re not alone. But good news: we found the source of all solutions for smoother mornings… THIS COMMUNITY. The latest episode in our House Rules For… series is full of our listeners’ genius ideas for prepping ahead, managing morning screen time, and how, when, and where Mom Signs All The Things. Whether you have early risers or slow-to-movers, listen to Episode 328 to hear how experienced parents in our community are setting boundaries, teaching responsibility, and taking the guesswork out of the morning hustle. Enjoy! LINKS MENTIONED:Most of the House Rules we collected for this episode are comments on this Instagram postMeagan mentioned last week’s episode about energy patternsJoin our special Facebook Group for The Mom Hour Listeners (make sure to answer the questions to be approved!)Check out our other episodes in the House Rules seriesMORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our privat

  • Want More Energy As A Mom? Start By Learning What Drains (& Boosts!) You: Episode 327

    24/08/2021 Duración: 56min

    Expectations these days feel like … a lot. When your energy is finite and the demands on you feel, well, INfinite, we find it helps to begin with self-awareness. What drains your energy as a mom? When are you naturally at your best? If you’re depleted, is it physical, mental, or emotional energy that’s in shortest supply? And if you’re in a low-energy season – whether it’s a day, a week, a month, or a year – can you reprioritize and reframe so that you’re not further weighed down by guilt or unrealistic expectations? Sarah and Meagan look at these questions and more in Episode 327. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:For more episodes on productivity and time management, click hereMORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • What’s For Breakfast This Fall: Episode 326

    17/08/2021 Duración: 54min

    Every family’s breakfast routine looks different – and that’s OK. Whether you’re all about prep-ahead dishes that fill up hungry kids on weekday mornings, or are just trying to make it out the door in one piece with a cereal bar for the road, we’re here to validate that not every single breakfast needs to look perfect, or tick every nutritional box. Join Meagan and Sarah for Episode 326, a zoom in on the first meal of the day. We talk about our family cultures around breakfast, how weekends look (very) different from weekday mornings, and how things have shifted as kids have gotten older. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:We mentioned our series on feeding toddlers including the episodes Feeding Toddlers, Part 1: Feeding A Toddler In Transition, Feeding Toddlers, Part 2: Help! I Have A Picky Eater., and Feeding Toddlers, Part 3: Toddler Eating Strategies, Meal By MealWe love the podcast Didn’t I Just Feed You for all things feeding a family (all their breakfast-themed episodes are&nbs

  • Late Summer Grab Bag & What We’re Loving Lately: Episode 325

    10/08/2021 Duración: 52min

    Meagan and Sarah are inviting you in for a good old-fashioned catch-up sesh as we wind down Summer 2021. There’s a bit of everything in today’s episode: updates on our own kid and family milestones, reflections on the second pandemic summer (a few fails, some sweet moments, and everything in between), thoughts on the strange time of year that is mid-August, and some of what’s been keeping us entertained lately (books, TV, podcasts, and more!). Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Meagan shared about Clara’s summer camp nervousness hereSarah talked about one of her kids’ inflexibility and penchant for extreme disappointment in this episodeIf you’re still getting to know us, you might like other “grab bag” style episodes like these:Behind The Scenes & End Of Summer Catch-Up: Episode 276Grab Bag Catch-Up & Reading While Traveling: Episode 236More Than Mom: Late Summer Check-In & ProcrastinationLate-Summer Check-In & Managing Seasonal Transitions: Episode 168What We’re Watching, Reading & Listeni

  • Working Motherhood & Behind The Scenes At The Mom Hour: Voices 63 With Amanda Park

    06/08/2021 Duración: 45min

    Today’s guest is a working mom with three kids under five, a career journey punctuated by curiosity and leaps of faith, and a brand new role as Content Manager for The Mom Hour! Please help us welcome Amanda Park to the team, and join us for a conversation that covers her working mom journey through several big industries, how she found The Mom Hour as a listener (and eventually joined our team), and what it’s been like working behind the scenes as we expand our content goals this summer. We also chat about personality stuff, Amanda’s current wins and challenges in the trenches of motherhood, and offer a sneak peek into what’s coming up this fall with our new team of contributors. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Meet The Mom Hour Contributor Team!Meagan recommended that Amanda look at the Misidentifying articles at Enneagram Institute (Sarah benefitted from Misidentifying 1 and 6, for example; Meagan was helped by Misidentifying 2 and 7)Anytime we mention the Enneagram, we like to recommend this test,

  • Envisioning Your Perfect Ordinary Day: Episode 324

    03/08/2021 Duración: 01h01min

    If you’ve ever fantasized about a week on a tropical island, a whole day in the spa, a winning lottery ticket, or – let’s be honest – even just a hot cup of coffee you get to finish in one sitting, you’re not alone. As busy, tired mamas it’s natural to dream about a life different from the one we’re living. But it’s also helpful, we think, to point those daydreams in a slightly more achieve-able direction, and that’s what Meagan and Sarah are doing in today’s episode. Join us as we each envision our version of a perfect, ordinary day: a day that exists within the actual framework of our current homes, jobs, cars, kids, and schedule, but where the stars align to leave us feeling especially happy and fulfilled. Play along at home and think about what key elements go into your own ideal ordinary day – it’s part fun fantasy and part food for thought. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Want to make notes or journal about your own perfect ordinary day? Use this free printable!Join our special Facebook Group for The

  • House Rules For Kid Birthdays: Episode 323

    27/07/2021 Duración: 56min

    From goody bags to party guest lists, opening gifts and blowing out candles, kid birthdays go deep into your personal family culture and traditions. We firmly believe that there’s no One Right Way to celebrate, but we do know that without some parameters those celebrations can get to be … a lot. In our latest House Rules For…episode, we’re highlighting our listeners’ smart tips and hacks for keeping birthdays manageable and meaningful. Take the ones that work for you and leave the rest – this is mom-crowdsourcing at its finest!LINKS MENTIONED:We received input for this episode from our Facebook Group for The Mom Hour Listeners (make sure to answer the questions to be approved!)Listen to our previous episodes in the house rules series: House Rules For Sibling Harmony: Episode 314 and House Rules For Travel & Vacation: Episode 319MORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to ans

  • Coping Tips For The Chronically Annoyed: Episode 322

    20/07/2021 Duración: 55min

    Annoyed. Irritated. Short-fused. Anyone else feeling low-level grumpy lately? When it’s not an actual crisis, deep exhaustion, crippling overwhelm, or another significantly hard season of motherhood, it can be tricky to identify the reasons behind–and the strategies to help with–a bad mood. But we know one thing for sure: sometimes it helps to vent a bit. In Episode 322 of The Mom Hour, Meagan and Sarah air some very petty gripes about what’s driving us bonkers lately, and then do a little self-reflection about what triggers our annoyance, how our personalities manifest it, and how to reframe it and reset our moods. Join us! LINKS MENTIONED:New to Enneagram? We always recommend this free online test, and the type descriptions found here. Love the Enneagram and haven’t heard us talk about it? Try this episode, and this one, and this one.We mentioned the article Here’s What Makes You Angry, Based On Your Enneagram Type (Susan Storm, Psychology Junkie)Want to lea

  • Feeding Toddlers, Part 3: Toddler Eating Strategies, Meal By Meal

    16/07/2021 Duración: 37min

    From breakfast to snacks, lunch to dinner to even dessert, each day holds plenty of opportunity to introduce new flavors and textures, teach table skills, and introduce micro-doses of nutrition into your toddler’s tummy. Meagan and Sarah cover each meal and the specific strategies they used to keep them interesting, low-stress, and as nutritious as possible, even when a toddler has the attention span of a fruit fly. Join us!This episode is part of our 3-part series Your Toddler Feeding Challenges, Solved! Listen to Part 1 hereand Part 2 here.LINKS MENTIONED:Learn more about our sponsor, Horizon Organic, and the Growing Years line of products for kids ages 1 to 5BabyCenter poll: On what sort of schedule does your toddler eat?BabyCenter community thread: How do you sneak nutrition into your toddler’s diet?MORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the member

  • Feeding Toddlers, Part 2: Help! I Have A Picky Eater.

    15/07/2021 Duración: 35min

    “Picky” and “toddler” – the two words go hand-in-hand, right? In this episode Meagan and Sarah tackle one of their listeners’ biggest mom-obstacles, sharing tips and tricks to help get those opinionated toddlers to eat more adventurously and healthfully while also offering reassurance that this stage won’t last forever and that there are things you can do to help even the choosiest toddler (occasionally) try new things while getting the nutrition they need. Join us!This episode is part of our 3-part series Your Toddler Feeding Challenges, Solved! Listen to yesterday’s Part 1 here, and check back for Part 3 tomorrow.LINKS MENTIONED:Learn more about our sponsor, Horizon Organic, and the Growing Years line of products for kids ages 1 to 5BabyCenter community thread: My toddler won’t eat ___________ but will eat ___________.MORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the

  • Feeding Toddlers, Part 1: Feeding A Toddler In Transition

    14/07/2021 Duración: 35min

    When it comes to toddlers, one thing is certain: just when you get used to a new stage or phase, it changes. And nowhere is this more true than when it comes to how a toddler eats: from introducing new textures and foods, to weaning, to attempting self-feeding and even learning how to use cups and utensils, toddlers are in a constant state of transition – and so is the way they eat. In this first episode in our three-part series on feeding toddlers, Meagan and Sarah offer solutions to the most common struggles moms face during those transitions, as well as a healthy dose of “it’s all gonna be okay” mom-confidence. Join us!This episode is part of our 3-part series Your Toddler Feeding Challenges, Solved! Check back for Part 1 tomorrow, and Part 2 on Friday.LINKS MENTIONED:Learn more about our sponsor, Horizon Organic, and the Growing Years line of products for kids ages 1 to 5BabyCenter poll: How often does your toddler change when, where, what, or how much they eat?BabyCenter com

  • Dressing & Styling Our Kids (And What Happens When They No Longer Let Us): Episode 321

    13/07/2021 Duración: 58min

    Itty bitty overalls and doll-sized dresses make for adorable first outfits, but dressing babies (and toddlers, and kids) comfortably and stylishly throughout the ages and stages is no easy task. In Episode 321 Meagan and Sarah remember the joys and challenges of dressing our littles while they still let us (most of the time, anyway). Then we move into the realities of clothing our big kids, tweens and teens. From keeping up with sizes to choosing our battles over teen fashion that baffles our mom-brains, the refrain is familiar: it doesn’t get easier, it just gets…different. Join us for a fun conversation about kids and fashion!LINKS MENTIONED:Sarah talked about loving this style of romper for babiesSarah likes these 4 pack athletic tees (affiliate link)MORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art1

  • Preparing For Disaster (Without Scaring Your Family): Voices 62 With Red Cross VP Jennifer Pipa

    09/07/2021 Duración: 50min

    Wildfires, hurricanes, floods and tornadoes; home emergencies, local disasters and national crises. These aren’t things we love to think about, but they do have one thing in common: having a plan and talking about it as a family can bring peace of mind and even save lives. In this month’s Voice interview Sarah chats with Jennifer Pipa, Vice President of Disaster Programs for the Red Cross. With an emphasis on making disaster preparedness practical for busy families, applicable no matter where in the world you live or what risks your natural climate brings, and as un-scary as possible for little kids, Jennifer is full of tips and information to help you up your preparedness this summer. It’s an important conversation, and one we’ve had many requests for over the years; enjoy, friends!LINKS MENTIONED:Check out this link for more information on how to prepare for emergenciesHead to this page to see many resources on preparing from The Red Cross MORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out de

  • Never Thought The Day Would Come…: Episode 320

    06/07/2021 Duración: 54min

    It feels like it’ll be like this forever, but we’re here to tell you: it won’t. In today’s episode Meagan and Sarah take turns sharing big and small transformations our kids have undergone that leave us shaking our heads in total amazement because, at one point in time, we never thought we’d ever see this day. From an ultra-fearful preschooler who turned out to be a super confident kid, to the wild-toddler-turned-chill-teen, to the sibling pairs who fought like crazy and now are best friends, we’re talking about all the times we’ve been proven wrong by our own assumptions over the years. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:We talked about the viral “surfboard kid” photo of Meagan, and this is the story behind itMORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck out deals from our partnersFollow us on InstagramJoin our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)Sign up for our newsletterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva

  • House Rules For Travel And Vacation: Episode 319

    29/06/2021 Duración: 55min

    Who needs RULES on vacation? Turns out, we do. And we’re not alone. The latest episode in our House Rules For… series is all about the rules that keep our families sane when we’re not at home. From road trip snack management to beach house screen time, treats on the airplane to getting out of the gift shop without a meltdown, listen to Episode 319 for hard-earned experience from parents in our community. As always, take what works for you and leave the rest – there’s something here for nearly every family. Enjoy, friends!LINKS MENTIONED:Check out more of our travel related episodesListen to our first episode in the house rules series, House Rules For Sibling Harmony: Episode 314Join our special Facebook Group for The Mom Hour Listeners (make sure to answer the questions to be approved!)For more House Rules for Travel & Vacation ideas from our listeners, check out this thread on Instagram, and this thread in our Facebook groupMORE HELPFUL LINKS:Visit our websiteCheck

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