With Love, Mom and Dad Parenting Podcast: Recent Episodes
Stephanie and Adian Pangilinan
Welcome to the parenting podcast hosted by Stephanie and Adian. Their three daughters are growing up in an ever changing world and the hope is to capture each parenthood moment, thought, story and experience through this digital audio album. For parents, future parents, or those just looking for a laugh, this podcast is for you. With Love, Mom and Dad.
In this Episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the Lessons learned from Steph's career shift. They also discuss what they'd do differently starting out and the challenges of finding success as a mother. They answer the question, "How do you not beat yourself up for being as far in your career as you'd hoped?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Sailing - Telecasted
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
Join us for candid and relatable conversations on "Navigating Technology" where we, as everyday parents, share our experiences and insights on navigating the ever-changing world of technology alongside raising a family. From managing screen time and app choices to understanding online safety, we dive into the joys and challenges of parenting in the digital age. Tune in to hear our genuine stories, triumphs, and lessons learned as we strive to strike the right balance between tech and family life. Whether you're a tech novice or a seasoned parent, our discussions provide relatable perspectives on tech-savvy parenting in today's world.
In this Episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss CTV's, The Parent Test. Twelve Parenting Styles are put to the test through various challenges to determine which style encourages the most emotionally whole child. We discuss our takeaways, reactions, and insights from the show like the conversations we are having about bullying and stranger danger.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Squirm Worm - TrackTribe
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this Episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the Role of a Father in today's society and how it's changed over the years. They talk about the importance of a father figure and Adian's experience of being a Girl Dad. They dive deep into the question, "How can men become more vulnerable in sharing their needs?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Confident Kurt - TrackTribe
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
The book referenced in this episode is Man Enough by Justin Baldoni.
In this Episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss Jordan Peterson's Rule 5: "Do Not Let Your Children Do Anything That Makes You Dislike Them". They talk about how they hope to raise likeable kids and what is a reasonable way to correct their behaviours. They answer the question "Why is it just as important to praise good behaviours?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Boom Bap Flick - Quincas Moreira
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
The books referenced in this episode are 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote for Chaos by Jordan Peterson and Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids by Hunter Clarke-Fields MSAE.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges of preserving their culture while raising their kids in Canada. They also discuss how their upbringing has influenced their parenting and what parts of their culture they hope to uphold. They answer the question, "What parts of your cultural upbringing would you hope to change?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Lazy Walk - Cheel
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss how they maintain their balance of being a parent and taking care of their individual needs. They discuss why their health has become more of a priority and how by pursuing the best version of themselves, lends to being better parents to their daughters. They answer the question, "Which areas of your life have you most neglected since becoming a parent?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Icelandic Arpeggios - DivKid
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Adian and the girls talk about what school has been like with Emery starting J.K., Jaynee starting Grade 1 and Addy at home with her caregivers. They also discuss what it's like to make friends, how their extracurricular activities are going and what happens when they fight. They answer the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Corndogs in Santa Monica - The Great North Sound Society
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss their trip to Anaheim, California with the family and their cousin/new nanny. They discuss why the trip was such a success, if they would do the trip again, and if travelling with small kids is still worth it. They answer the question, "What parts of travelling with small kids is unbearable?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Look Both Ways - Nathan Moore
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges of paying for life and what lessons they hope to pass on to their kids. With an abundance of things in life to pursue, they discuss what strategies they use to remain grounded and appreciative of their lives. Also, they answer the question "how do you prevent raising a spoiled brat?"
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Tinker Time - Nathan Moore
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges of marriage and how they have overcome the last 7 years together while being constantly on the move and raising children. They answer the question, "Is marriage hard?" and further discuss how they've managed their family together.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Swimming Lessons - Bail Bonds
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
The books referenced in this episode are How To Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes,
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey and Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by Joseph Granny, Kerry Patterson, Al Switzler and Ron McMillan.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss their daddy-daughter trip to Jamaica. They also discuss how they survived apart for 7 days and what overall lessons were learned.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Oh Fire - Carmen María and Edu Espinal
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
PART TWO: In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the role of their parents in their kids lives and how the dynamic has changed now that they are grandparents. They also reflect on their upbringings to discuss which traits (good and bad) have helped them grow in their parenting journey. We hope you enjoy!
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Beyond - Patrick Patrikios
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
PART ONE: In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the role of their parents in their kids lives and how the dynamic has changed now that they are grandparents. They also reflect on their upbringings to discuss which traits (good and bad) have helped them grow in their parenting journey. We hope you enjoy!
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transition Music: Beyond - Patrick Patrikios
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
PART TWO: In this two part series of Recognizing Growth as Parents, Stephanie and Adian reflect back on the last 5 years as parents. They discuss what’s changed, what they have learned and how things are constantly changing. As they embrace the change, they recognize how parenting is a journey that consists of consistently evolving as individuals, and as parents.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transitions: Stairway - Patrick Patrikios
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
PART ONE: In this two part series of Recognizing Growth as Parents, Stephanie and Adian reflect back on the last 5 years as parents. They discuss what’s changed, what they have learned and how things are constantly changing. As they embrace the change, they recognize how parenting is a journey that consists of consistently evolving as individuals, and as parents.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transitions: Eagle Rock - Wes Hutchinson
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss their first trip as a family of 5. They travelled to west coast Canada along with their three children and in the process created fantastic memories of whale watching, bungee jumping, surfing, local eats and more. They share how they survived the trip and what lessons were ultimately learned throughout the process.
Intro Music: Savannah Sunshine - Dan Henig
Transitions: Eagle Rock - Wes Hutchinson
Outro Music: She No Dull Beat - Nana Kwabena
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss sibling harmony and what strategies they've been using to combat the rivalries or competitiveness. Finding the right balance can be very difficult which is why we read Adele Faber's, Siblings without Rivalry to borrow some techniques. You'll get to hear our real-life scenarios and hear some of our little victories.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenge of raising girls in the 21st century. They also discus their strategies for how they hope to create a home that can develop strong, confident, and self- loving women.
The books referenced in this episode are Raising Girls in the 21st Century by Steve Biddulph and Venture Girl: Raising Girls to be Tomorrow's Leaders by Cristal Glanchai.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges and benefits of having a second child. However, what is unique to their second child is that she is now the middle child. Thus addressing their concerns of the middle child syndrome.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the Early Years of a child's life. They also discuss how they survived the sleepless nights and how they transitioned into sleep training their daughters and also how they began potty-training after 24 months. They share their experiences on how they got through it.
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In this episode, Steph and Adian discuss the moments immediately after your child is born and the feeling of "what do you do now?" They also discuss the challenge of breastfeeding and they navigate the advice that "breast is best." In the last segment, they talk about the sleepless nights, the crying and how overwhelming welcoming a newborn can be.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges of the third trimester and what goes into planning for Delivery Day. They also discuss how it came to the very last minute to decide on names and how much thought went into that decision. Lastly, they discuss the moments leading up to the birth of their three girls and how they overcame all the fear and anxieties of delivery day.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss what worked for them after they found out they were pregnant and how they managed the ensuing symptoms of first trimester. Afterwards, they discuss how nice it was to finally feel better during second trimester and the differences of each pregnancy especially during COVID. Lastly, they discuss the best parts of pregnancy including the gender reveal.
We officially welcome you to Season 2. Season 1 dealt with what is going on right now. In Season 2 we’ll be taking you back a bit and share our experience with pregnancy and the early moments post-birth.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the challenges and triumphs of their firstborn starting school as an online learner and her education in 2020. Come to hear our first guest speaker and stay for the laughs.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian reflect back on the last 9 months; the highs and lows of their time in the pandemic.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss the importance of play and why they prioritize it.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss one of the ways they’re hoping to help their daughters empower their voices.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss what advice they would give to their future married daughters.
In this episode, Stephanie and Adian discuss how they knew they wanted kids and their reasons for having three.
Meet the hosts of With Love, Mom and Dad as they discuss their goals and reason behind starting this new podcast journey.