Up All Night Poppin' Bottles : Recent Episodes
Up All Night Poppin' Bottles
Tune in to hear Brooke and Kat spill the milk on the reality of motherhood: the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Special guest, Abby Cox, elementary school counselor, enlightens us on how children grapple with expressing their emotions and offers invaluable advice on how to guide them through this complex process. From understanding and managing big emotions to setting routines and easing test anxiety, Abby's insights are a treasure trove for all those who interact with children.
Stepping into the second part of our discussion, we navigate through the challenging terrain of supporting children during tough times. We unveil strategies to reward good behavior, create a memory box, and provide time for them to wiggle, providing much-needed relief amidst difficult circumstances.
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Music by Nathaniel Chambers Bubble Pipe Media
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The little ones are officially on the move and it's a blessing and a curse. From scooting to bouncing off the couch, we reflect on the joys (and occasional horror) of children becoming more active. We also chat about our ongoing struggles with baby-proofing, and share some of our parent moments that didn't exactly go as planned.
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Music by Nathaniel Chambers Bubble Pipe Media
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Traveling with littles ones means messy car rides and chaotic airplane adventures.
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Music by Nathaniel Chambers Bubble Pipe Media
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We'll take you through our journey of building our support network, from our mother-in-laws to our friends and neighbors, and discuss how their help has proved invaluable in raising our children.
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In this episode, we share our personal experiences and reflections on gentle vs not so gentle parenting. From helping our children regulate their emotions to managing meltdowns, we examine the importance of not letting our switches get flipped too easily and how our own upbringing influences our parenting choices.
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We're navigating the world of baby food, baby-led weaning, while also reflecting on our babies' habits at eight months.
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We discuss the notorious illnesses making their rounds - from bronchitis and RSV to pink eye and hand, foot and mouth disease - and the challenges of, often unknowingly, sending our kids to school while they're under the weather.
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Ever been labeled "geriatric" for having a baby in your 40s? We're here to challenge the stereotypes and celebrate the joys of being "advanced maternal age" moms! Join us, Kat and Brooke, as we vent our frustrations about being constantly reminded that we're past our prime when it comes to pregnancy.
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Ever sworn you'd never do something as a mom, only to eat your words later? Well, we're here to confess our own parenting mishaps and laugh with you about the unexpected realities of motherhood. From co-sleeping to car seat safety, we discuss how our expectations evolved and the importance of finding a balance between safety and sanity.
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Ever felt overwhelmed by the sleepless nights and constant challenges of parenthood? Trust us, you're not alone! Join us, Kat and Brooke, as we navigate the wild world of raising our brood of children, from sleep deprivation to finally getting into a routine that makes life a little easier. We share our personal experiences with our babies starting solids, some genius parent hacks we've discovered, and how our older children are taking on the role of big siblings.
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With our special guest, Delaney D.
Wondering what essentials you truly need to welcome a newborn baby into your life? Here's a hint: keep it simple. Less is honestly more.
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Ever find yourself focusing on the challenges of parenthood and forgetting about the joyful moments? We've been there too, so in today's episode, we're shifting gears to chat with our special guest Delaney about the happiness babies bring into our lives.
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We chat with our special guest, Delaney D., about her experiences with her new sibling. From sleep training struggles to feeding dilemmas, we're sure you'll relate to our stories while getting a good laugh along the way!
TW: This episode briefly mentions a certain fundamentalist family. This episode was recording before the release of the documentary discussing that family.
We chat with our special guest, Delaney D., about her experiences with her new sibling. From sleep training struggles to feeding dilemmas, we're sure you'll relate to our stories while getting a good laugh along the way!
TW: This episode briefly mentions a certain fundamentalist family. This episode was recording before the release of the documentary discussing that family.
It's been 6 months since the winter holidays with your little ones...have you finally recovered?
Finding childcare can be a challenging and often stressful experience for many individuals and families.
Rice cereal: Yay or Nay?
Store brand baby food or homemade with the Baby Bullet?
Baby is on their way to eating solids, so what now? Brooke and Kat weigh in on baby feeding philosophies and what has worked for them.
Breastfeeding or formula? Kat and Brooke discuss their struggles when it comes to deciding the best way to feed their babies and how they came to the conclusion that "Fed is best".
Meet the hosts of Up All Night Poppin' Bottles, Brooke and Kat, as they give you a taste of what's to come as they reflect on their motherhood journies with newborns.
Kicking off with the good, bad, and (definitely) ugly of giving birth. Kat and Brooke reflect on the birth stories of their newest additions.
The rarely discussed elephant in the room post-childbirth: Post Partum Depression. Brooke and Kat reflect on one of the most challenging parts of their post-birth experiences.
*Trigger Warning - Contains mention of self-harm and suicide. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, call the Suicide & Crisis Hotline, by dialing 988, to get help.