Parenting Unfiltered with Jenny Sosa: Recent Episodes
Jenny Sosa
Are you looking for a place to vent, listen, learn, and keep it real? I'm Jenny Sosa, and this is Parenting Unfiltered a no-holds barred place to cut through the bullshit, share our adventures, and have a whole lotta fun. I'm a single mom of two boys, and I have a professional group of friends that have their own challenges, issues, and questions...and i'm going to start billing them for my advice soon! So if you are looking for an engaging, effective, and entertaining show that will help you take control of your life - and your kids - then join us each week, as we tackle parenting, life balance, careers, friendships, and everything that makes our lives uniquely...ours.
A heated multi opinion conversation with Matty. Trying to figure out a few ways to keep our kids safe at school or anywhere they may come across weapons.
Dating as a single mom can be tricky but you get some great stories for sure. Jamie and I had a fun discussion on some of our experiences good and bad and how it works with kids.
Ever wonder if it's possible to co-parent effectively? Christina and I share our experience and how we do it as best as we can for our kids.
Check out my friends amazing tools for parents and kids to manage behavior, identify emotional needs, and steps towards a healthier connection! Jamie Levine has just the program for you and also... is starting her own podcast Mom Esteem. You don't want to miss this one!
Let's get rockin on the new school year with a badass teacher named Susie. FSA, Common Core, teacher's gifts, and much more is on the desk for discussion.
Why do we struggle with our parents on parenting styles and differences? I had the pleasure of discussing it with my mom this week and agreed there are some old trusty tricks but also some new better techniques as well
I had the pleasure of discussing it from a grown man's view. Andres sat down with me today. He discussed his experience as a child of a single mom, and talked about how that molded his perspective and character.
So do they! Our kids have so many things to be worried or nervous about but learning the signs of anxiety can be extremely helpful. Listen in to get a few tips on recognizing, addressing, and handling life's overwhelming times
Let's play 5! I asked Dorian 5 parenting questions and he tried to give me 5 answers for each question. Had a great time going from silly to heartwarming responses with a new Dad!
Is it easier to be a single parent? I had a great conversation with "Single Mom Success" host Becky Skeba-Mancini about doing it alone and how to navigate dating, dealing, and doing life as single moms.
With so many supplements and vitamins out there, do you wonder what the hell you should be taking? A sit down with my friend Shelly to discuss what we take and how to find your best combo for maximum benefits.
Want to know what the teens think? Check out my 3rd teen talk with one of my favorite young men. Get another child's perspective on music, moving from LA, and much more. A fun and light hearted chat.
A chat about adversities and gratitude with the lovely Tiffany LeClair. How to see the greater good and relish in the times of difficulty.
Do you often think the situation didn't play out how you thought it would or your children reacted so differently than you would have predicted? Does the parental guilt eat you alive? Listen in on my conversation with Deb to get another perspective
Had my preteen come in for a realistic explanation of middle school and an opinion about everything kids
A serious chat with my 14 year old, Amos, about being autistic, pronouns, guns, love and much more. A different perspective with a few silly slips.
Do you ever just have a bitch session with your friends? Be a fly on the wall while Jay and I do just that?
Sometimes there just isn't enough time to get all the information out! I've taken all my leftover notes and after thoughts from previous episodes and compiled them in this one. Hope you enjoy!
Ever wonder how people get motivated to exercise and what to do once you make that choice? A sit down with my friend Chris who did just that. Plus ways to create a healthy lifestyle and relationship with food!
My friend Denice stopped by to chat about raising 3 kids at different ages and handling cultural differences amongst other topics of interest. Fun and informative for sure!
Join me as we talk about teaching and being mindful with Hope. Learn some easy techniques to share with your kids and calm the heart and mind while enjoying and appreciating everything around you
Diving deeper into living and handling kids on the spectrum. Kristen from building 12 joins me for a real look at getting your children the safety, educational assistance, and everyday help to let them live their best lives
A little chat with my gal pal Lori about how parenting has changed from old school to new school. Allergies, laws, discipline, and respect are just a few issues we touch on.
Breast cancer can be scary and making the decisions on how to handle it is even more scary. Listen to one woman's journey as we discuss what she decided to do and took matters into her own hands
Ever wondered how the decision to adopt comes to fruition? Join me and my lifelong friend Janice to discuss the challenges of conceiving, choosing a different path to parenting, and tackling some of the misconceptions about adoption.
Preparing our children as they progress from adolescents through teens and into adulthood. My friend Ira and I touch on how we sometimes need to incorporate parenting skills as our parents age and we "parent our parents"
My list of some of my favorite (and, at times, life-saving) books, the ones that have been references, the ones I have gone back to, and the ones that have made me a better friend, person, and parent!
Parenting is overwhelming from conception to teens and every step in between. Learn some tricks to make life a little easier, a little less stressful and put things in perspective. Dr. Smilowitz joins me to chat about what to sweat and what to just say let it go!
Best friends and siblings Suzi and Gary join me for a fun discussion about applying love languages to your kids, and just some fun trips down memory lane!
Ever wonder how far to push your child? Giving them life skills, creating confidence, and giving the security to try new things.
Do you ever feel like you're losing your mind when your kids bicker? A sit down with my friend Jeannine on how to squash arguments, teach respect, and negotiate sibling relationships. We discuss how to manage these battles in a healthy way to carry into future business, friendship, and romantic relationships.
Ever wonder why your discipline techniques don't work? Join me and my friend Nikki for a discussion on options for getting the kids to listen without a fight and some effective parenting tools
Three of my boys favorite stories about kidnappers and pedophiles. Arm your kids with the tools to protect themselves if ever in a dangerous situation!
Want to teach your kids how to become a great date and awesome lover? My friend Patrick and I discuss ways to guide them to be worthy partners.
Chosing a family pet is difficult! Pet Junction owner Shelly Allen joins us for a lesson on animals and what to expect when becoming new pet owners.
Don't you ever wonder what the kids have to say? I brought my own today - ages 12 and 14 - to get their opinions on everything from safety to bullies. I think they'll be back again!
Are Santa, the Elves, the Tooth Fairy, and th Easter Bunny...real? Keeping Christmas fun and special for your kids with my friend Krissy!
Discussing periods, tampons, sex, and safety with a fellow mom of a teenager becoming sexually active.
My friend Kristen joins me to talk about raising kids with autism, dealing with challenges on the spectrum, why life can be a shit show, keeping things light, learning to laugh, finding a support system, and what you can learn from other parents!
Ejaculation is a tough topic for parents and getting that started is the hardest part. With my best friend Gary, we cover Boy Bodies 101 in this first Parenting Unfiltered