Jen and Julie Pod: Recent Episodes

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Welcome to the Jen & Julie; Savvy Mom’s Guide to the Treasure Valley!

This podcast is a guide for moms living in the Treasure Valley, or for new moms who are moving to the area. Hosted by Jen and Julie, this show is all about helping you navigate the challenges and joys of motherhood in the Treasure Valley. In each episode, Jen and Julie will be talking about local businesses, events, and activities that are perfect for moms and families. They'll also be sharing their own experiences and insights as moms, and offering tips and advice for other moms in the area.

Whether you're a seasoned mom looking for new ideas or a new mom just trying to figure it all out, this podcast is just what you need. Tune in for all the latest on what's happening for moms in the Treasure Valley!

Feel free to reach us at jenandjuliepod@gmail.com

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In this episode, Jen and Julie, discuss when childhood and adulthood collide. They talk through some of the adult influences who helped shape their early years as well as influences their children currently have in their lives. Julie shares her experience about a teacher who made an impact in her life as he recently passed away causing her to reflect back. They continue discussing what it's like to now interact with teachers as adults, sharing both the positive and challenging experiences they've encountered with their kids teachers.

Hope you enjoy, share the laughs with your mom friends, and if you love it, please leave us a 5-star ⭐️ review!

Follow Jen here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/thenaturalwellnessmom

Follow Julie here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/juliegfblue

Have a podcast idea of your own?

Come record at Nine to Five podcast studio!

https://www.instagram.com/ninetofivecowork

Are you a small business owner in the Treasure Valley, Idaho? Do you need social media content? Come join Jen & Julie for Content Creators Club!!!
https://stan.store/theccclub

Thank you for listening!
You can find us on Instagram and on Tik Tok
You can email us at jenandjuliepod@gmail.com

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In this episode, Jen and Julie share a memorable 5 days as Julie and her husband were traveling in Brazil while Jen was watching Julie's two younger kids. Jen shares her moment of panic on day one and her insightful observations on the nuances of raising boys and girls – from spirited roughhousing to navigating Andrew's unique sarcastic sense of humor.

Hope you enjoy, share the laughs with your mom friends, and if you love it, please leave us a 5-star ⭐️ review!

Follow Jen here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/thenaturalwellnessmom

Follow Julie here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/juliegfblue

Have a podcast idea of your own?

Come record at Nine to Five podcast studio!

https://www.instagram.com/ninetofivecowork

Are you a small business owner in the Treasure Valley, Idaho? Do you need social media content? Come join Jen & Julie for Content Creators Club!!!

https://stan.store/theccclub

Thank you for listening!
You can find us on Instagram and on Tik Tok
You can email us at jenandjuliepod@gmail.com

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In this episode, Jen and Julie take a nostalgic journey through holiday traditions, sharing how they decorate for various holidays along with how traditions have changed over time. They also reflect on the evolving dynamics of parenting over the years, exploring the nuances of their parenting styles from one kid to the next.

Hope you enjoy, share the laughs with your mom friends, and if you love it, please leave us a 5-star ⭐️ review!

Follow Jen here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/thenaturalwellnessmom

Follow Julie here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/juliegfblue

Have a podcast idea of your own?

Come record at Nine to Five podcast studio!

https://www.instagram.com/ninetofivecowork

Are you a small business owner in the Treasure Valley, Idaho? Do you need social media content? Come join Jen & Julie for Content Creators Club!!!

https://stan.store/theccclub

Thank you for listening!
You can find us on Instagram and on Tik Tok
You can email us at jenandjuliepod@gmail.com

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Jen and Julie discuss rules and boundaries they are trying to set for their kids and how sometimes you have to decide if you are more worried about teaching your kids a lesson or teaching them to be grateful and appreciative?

As always Jen and Julie get off topic discussing nylons, reminiscing when they came in eggs.

Hope you enjoy, share the laughs with your mom squad, and if you love it, drop that 5-star ⭐️ review!

Follow Jen here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/thenaturalwellnessmom

Follow Julie here 👇🏼

https://www.instagram.com/juliegfblue

Have a podcast idea of your own?

Come record at Nine to Five podcast studio!

https://www.instagram.com/ninetofivecowork

Are you a small business owner in the Treasure Valley, Idaho? Do you need social media content? Come join Jen & Julie for Content Creators Club!!!
https://stan.store/theccclub

Thank you for listening!
You can find us on Instagram and on Tik Tok
You can email us at jenandjuliepod@gmail.com

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In this episode we interview Julie's son Andrew. Andrew is 9 years old and in third grade. He gives us all of his opinions about how mom's really should do things. He also has some interview questions for us!

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In this episode we reflect on the mixed emotions that come with the start of a new school year. Navigating the excitement of new teachers and classes as well as discussing the challenges of establishing routines after a relaxed summer schedule.

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Amy Studer and Shelly Niehaus were so fun to have on the podcast. Between the 4 of us we have 11 kids of all ages and all combinations.

Shelly is a boy mom and a twin mom.

Amy is a mom to 3 kids and has both a boy and a girl.

Both Amy and Shelly had so many fun stories and some really wise tips for pivoting in life and figuring out balance between business and motherhood.

As you know Jen is a girl mom to 2 girls and Julie is a boy mom to 4 boys.

You can find Amy at https://amystuder.com/ or on Instagram at @theamystuder https://www.instagram.com/theamystuder

You can find Shelly at https://linktr.ee/shellyniehaus or on instagram at @shellyniehaus https://www.instagram.com/shellyniehaus/

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From a cruise vacation, to preferred methods of communication with friends and family, we head into our love / hate relationship with fundraising and tipping, soda drinking, reasons we love salads and it's not the the lettuce, wrapping up with Julie's rule on buying Girl Scout cookies! 

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Join Jen and Julie in this  episode as they delve into the challenges of giving consequences to their mischievous kids. With humor and honesty, they share stories of the various antics their children have gotten into and the consequences that have either worked or fallen flat. From time-outs to loss of privileges, they explore the delicate balance of discipline and love. Tune in to hear their candid discussion on the tough issues where they find themselves questioning the most effective approach. Whether you're a seasoned parent seeking fresh insights or a new mom navigating the world of consequences, this episode will provide you with practical advice and relatable anecdotes. 

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In this special episode of the Jen and Julie Pod, join hosts Jen and Julie as they sit down with Heather and Deanna. These two remarkable women have successfully navigated the challenging journey of parenting and are now on the other side with grown children. 

With Jen and Julie still in the thick of raising their own kids, and Heather and Deanna offering their insights from the perspective of seasoned parents, this episode presents a unique blend of experiences and contrasting perspectives. Whether you're a parent currently navigating the ups and downs of child-rearing or reflecting on your own parenting journey, this episode of the Jen and Julie Pod provides a tapestry of wisdom, relatable stories, and inspiration that will resonate with you.

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For the Africa Episode 
Jen and Julie traveled to South Africa for 2 weeks!! In this episode they discuss their trip and how their families survived without "mom" along some of the unique and interesting experiences they had throughout South Africa. 

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In this episode, Jen and Julie share their thoughts on podcasting and continuing on with a second season. Jen discussed lessons learned after surviving 3 winters in Idaho. In typical Jen and Julie fashion they jump from one topic to the next, somehow they got into a lengthy discussion on shoes, then budget friendly meals and the value of a Costco rotisserie chicken, ending with Julie's fascination of palm trees! 

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On this episode of their podcast, Jen and Julie share their exciting summer travel plans and how they're coordinating day care and travel for the whole summer. They discuss the destinations they're most looking forward to, and the activities they have planned for their family vacations. They also share their tips and tricks on how to pack efficiently and how to keep kids entertained during long car or plane rides. Finally, they share their thoughts on the importance of taking a break from work and the benefits of spending quality time with family. Tune in to this episode for some great summer vacation ideas and helpful tips on how to make the most out of your summer travels.

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Welcome to Episode 9!

In this episode Jen and Julie relive growing up in the 80s and 90s, from scary 6th grade camp experiences to what they did before the luxuries of GPS and cell phones. They share a few white lies they may have told their kids to get through some of the tough parenting years!  

Keywords: Motherhood, Parenting, Family, Idaho, Treasure Valley, Local events, Community, Women, Lifestyle, Tips and advice, Relationships, Health and wellness, Work-life balance, Education, Kids This podcast was produced and distributed in partnership with SB Studios and recorded at Nine to Five in Eagle, Idaho

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On this episode of Jen and Julie, your hosts dive into the topic of meal families vs. ingredient families. As they discuss their preferences you will get to know Jen and Julie better as they ask each other questions about different personal and parenting topics. So whether you're a meal family or an ingredient family, join Jen and Julie for this fun and insightful conversation about food and friendship.

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Welcome to Episode 7 of Jen and Julie! Tune in as Jen and Julie discuss all the ins and outs of parenting, from the struggles with potty training to their kids picking up cuss words. Have you ever been in a position where your child says a cuss word in a public setting? How did you handle it? Join Jen and Julie as they discuss how to approach this situation, as well as countless other topics involving parenting and raising a family. From the hilarious moments to the difficult ones, nothing is off limits on To Parent or Not To Parent.

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Welcome to Episode 6 of the Jen and Julie Podcast! In this episode, Jen and Julie delve into the importance of self-care and the various ways they incorporate it into their busy lives. They discuss the various forms self-care can take, from physical activities like exercise and getting enough sleep, to mental and emotional practices like therapy and setting boundaries. They share personal anecdotes and offer practical tips for making self-care a priority. Tune in to learn more about the many benefits of self-care and how to make it a sustainable part of your routine. Keywords: Motherhood, Parenting, Family, Idaho, Treasure Valley, Local events, Community, Women, Lifestyle, Tips and advice, Relationships, Health and wellness, Work-life balance, Education, Kids 

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The conversation begins with a discussion of the "good mom" stereotype - the image of the selfless, nurturing, and always-put-together mother who is able to juggle the demands of parenting with a successful career and a perfect home life. Jen and Julie both admit to feeling pressure to live up to this ideal, and discuss how it can be damaging to both mothers and their families.The discussion then turns to the ways in which parenting expectations have changed over the years. Jen and Julie talk about how mothers in past generations were often expected to stay at home and be the primary caregiver, while fathers were expected to work outside of the home and provide for the family.

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Welcome to Ep.4 of the Jen and Julie Podcast!

In this episode, we'll be discussing the things we have purchased recently and sharing our thoughts on whether or not they have been worth it. Some of the items we'll be talking about include hair dryer, an all the water bottles, and a really good clothing staple we have to have in our closet. We'll also be sharing some of the things we've purchased in the past that have turned out to be total duds and others that have exceeded our expectations. Whether you're a savvy shopper or just looking for some new ideas, this episode is sure to have something for you.

This podcast was produced and distributed in partnership with SB Studios and recorded at Nine to Five in Eagle, Idaho

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Welcome to Episode #3 of The Jen and Julie Pod!

Moms...are you stuck on ideas for the perfect birthday party in the Treasure Valley?

Whether you’re looking for an indoor or outdoor venue with plenty of space to celebrate, we can help. In this podcast episode, we discuss the best venues to have a birthday party in the Treasure Valley. Between the two of us we have lots of experience throwing birthday parties. Listen to our ideas of how we will now do it in Idaho. 

This podcast was recorded at : https://ninetofive.co

This podcast was produced in partnership with: https://www.sbstudios.co

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This episode of the podcast is all about giving parents the tips, tricks and knowledge they need to choose the right school for their child in the Treasure Valley area. We offer a range of ideas to help parents make an informed decision, such as comparing public, charter, and private school options and how to register for them, as well as how the lottery system works. Join us to learn everything you need to make sure your child has the best possible educational experience!

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Welcome to the Treasure Valley edition of the Jen and Julie; Savvy Mom’s of the Treasure Valley!

Today, we're talking about all the things that are different in the Treasure Valley compared to Southern California. One big difference is the landscape, but another is all the different types a businesses and trends you can find here in Idaho and the Treasure Valley area. So whether you're a California transplant or just visiting, we hope you'll come and experience all that the Treasure Valley has to offer.

Thanks for tuning in to the first episode of the Jen and Julie Show.

Join us again next time for more exciting adventures in the Treasure Valley!

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Production Credits: 

Recorded at Nine To Five

Produced and Distributed by SB Studios