Slightly Crunchy Momcast

Over 80% of kids play in a sport at some point in their lives. That is a lot of kids who play sports. So how do you get your kid to try harder? What is the point of putting them into a sport to begin with? These are the questions we aim to answer in this week's episode.

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Let us be honest, learning how to be a good friend takes time. It takes time to learn to forgive, how to work through frustrations, and/or when it is time to move on from a friend. So how can we help our kids learn to be good friends? That is the question of this week's episode. Here is to hoping we actually come up with some helpful suggestions, but we guarantee nothing.

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You cannot do it alone!!! Listen here to all you women listeners...you cannot do it alone. In this episode we talk about the benefits of having chores for your children, how to establish them as a part of their routine, and making sure they are age appropriate. 

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We live in a world where there are constant distractions. Between expectations at work and at home with the kids it is no wonder we feel like we are losing our mind. In this episode we talk about all our personal distractions, there effects on us, and how to decrease them.  Also, we have a winner to our contest!!!

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Nobody likes a rude child, adult, or animal. Its amazing the difference between "go get me a drink" and "please, go get me a drink." So how do we do it? How do we raise a polite child? In this episode we explore ways to do it, and openly admit we may be failing but he are living on a hope and a prayer.

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Jingle bells, Batman smell, Robin laid an egg.... Oh, hello Christmas time! So much joy and yet so much annoyance. In this week's episode Britney and Whitney talk about the challenges of "keeping up with the Jones," the multiple Christmas parties, and our favorite Christmas memories. This is our last episode in 2022 because we are taking three weeks off to hang with our families. See you on January 9th, 2023!!!

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It's not fun to talk about, but the truth is our kids will have to experience some type of death in their lives. With Whitney's dad recently ill and Britney's great grandmother recently intubated, we decided it was a good time to talk about how to explain death to your children. Not one of our funniest episodes but a necessary one. 

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Well, we are nearing Thanksgiving Day and it is time to stop and think about what we are thankful for. For some it is waterproof skin, for others it is electronics and sound machines. No matter what makes you feel thankful, you can rest assured that your children feel none of it...or do they? By the way, if you are not super tall you should be thankful for mirrors where you don't have to bend down to see your face.

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SLIGHTLY CRUNCHY HITS ONE YEAR!!! WooHoo! Now, on to the episode, how to know when your family is complete.... Man, what a great question, right! In this week's episode we discuss the average family size and when we individually knew we were done growing the family.

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Alright, last week we discussed the benefits to eat at home. This week Britney breaks down how she is able to cook each night for her family even though time is limited and she doesn't enjoy the process near as much as Whitney. Hope this is helpful.

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It seems annoying and it seems so hard to actually sit down and have time for a family meal. In this episode we talk about eating out vs. eating in. We discuss the benefits to making a home cooked meal. 

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When do you start letting your child dress themselves? Wash their own hair? Brush their teeth? Get dressed? The reality of it is at some point they have to learn how to take care of their own bodies because washing your 17-year-old son's hair is weird, real weird. This week we discuss when to let your child go in the hygiene world to learn the difference between smelly kid at school and apple-scented kid at school.

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To be a pet owner or to not be a pet owner, that is the question. If it is up to Britney, then her daughter's obsession with getting a cat would dissipate like a fart in the wind. Unfortunately, sometimes parents and kids do not agree on things. In this episode we discuss getting a pet, how common is it to have one, and should Britney bite the bullet and get a pet for her daughter who will never stop asking?

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Oh, the age ole question: Am I messed up because I was a middle child? Do I hate sharing because I was an only child? Man, I sure do love to be the center of attention, must be because I was the baby of the family, right? In this episode we talk about the theory behind birth order and its effects on children. We also talk about fun 'facts' surrounding birth order. Is the theory correct or is it just a theory; don't worry, we will tell you about our opinions on the theory. 

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This week we have to deviate from our usual topics because it has been one hell of a week. Whitney comes to you live from the parking lot of a hospital while Britney is struggling with which ointment to use in what order on her child's out of control diaper rash. Life can change in the blink of an eye. Ever heard of the sandwich culture? There is no research on this episode because both Britney and Whitney are existing on coffee and a prayer. 

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Do they ever stop fighting? Seriously, EVER? I know I am supposed to let them figure it out, but it is so annoying to hear them fighting over such dumb things. I literally just pulled out my hair while thinking about it. In this episode we talk about why kids fight and when to step in and when to let them duke it out. 

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Baseball, dance, soccer, math camp, chess, violin...and the list goes on and on. So many activities to make a well-rounded child, or does it? This week we explore the world of extra-curricular activities and when is it too much, not enough, or just plain horrible and boring.

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You felt it, you knew something was a bit off with their ability to learn a certain subject but then it is confirmed through teachers and tests. In this episode we discuss next steps the services available and how to handle talking with your child. We also recap the beach trip and learn if Britney had any fun while vacationing in Vegas for children- Myrtle Beach. 

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Coming to you from a not-so-relaxing beach trip to Mrytle Beach, we decide that we need a little self-care. Not that it is going to happen in the way the websites promote. Who has time to go to a spa? Or take the day away from the kids? Not us! In this episode we talk about real ways to get a little self-care as a mom because if the mom is crazy, the kids are crazy; can I get an AMEN?!

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Man, I can't believe summer is over, but the reality is, these days at the pool are limited. In this episode we discuss how to prepare your child for the change that comes with heading back to school. It may not come as a shock but, one is a little more prepared than the other. One might have everything planned out while the other one is pushing off the start with their head in in the sand. Yep. This is opposites attract episode if we have ever had one. 

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After Britney and Whitney find their kids have raided the snack basket in Britney's office after a meal they choose not to eat, this episode was created. This week we have a little bit of fun talking about annoying kid habits. From checking to make sure your kid has a clean butt to constantly looking for shoes. We love them, but man oh man, some things they do are just plain annoying!

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You're trudging along, children in the car, life is going well, when you talk to your single, kid-less friend from high school, and you realize you just spent the entire conversation talking about your kids. Not a single moment was spent talking about your hobbies, what's interesting in your personal life, etc. When reflecting back, you realize it wasn't that you were being rude, you really have nothing else to talk about because HOLY F*$K, YOUR KIDS ARE YOUR ENTIRE WORLD!!!!!!! Been there, done that. In this episode we discuss the moment when we realized we lost our identity, why it's important to keep one, and how to pull yourself back to.... well, yourself.

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Who hears "I am going to tell mom" and you instantly find yourself running to hide in the closet? Or, who has received a call letting you know that your kid was mean to their kid and....you find yourself wanting to throw the phone in the closet? In this episode we talk about the when to leave it to the kids to figure out and when to step in. Why parents feel the need to 'fix' the situation when we know it is not best for the kid to do so. We also discuss the difference between tattling and telling.  

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SEX! Whew, it is what got us into this "mess." Here we are with the benefits of our Friday night fun, beautiful baby in hand, and now we have to navigate getting back on the ole horse again. Bet they never talked about that in Sex Education class in high school. I mean, one minute you’re breast feeding a baby the next your husband just put on Marvin Gaye and you're not feeling as sexy as he clearly is. This episode we talk about the statistics on how long most women wait, why does it take time for some women, and when it is time to get back to it even when you are feeling not yourself. 

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Resources:

 Postpartum Female Sexual Function: Risk Factors for Postpartum Sexual Dysfunction - PMC (nih.gov)

 Sex after pregnancy: Set your own timeline - Mayo Clinic Sexuality During and After Pregnancy | Psychology Today

In this week's episode we explore how a woman's profession can shape their fears and parenting decisions. Britney is a licensed addiction specialist and licensed marriage and family therapist. Whitney is an ICU and Rapid Response nurse. We discuss the correlation between mental health (Britney's field) and physical health (Whitney's field) and how they intercept. Heads up, we discuss tools to prevent childhood sexual assault; so if this is a sensitive topic for you, you might want to skip this one. 

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Opinions, opinions, opinions. It feels like everywhere you turn there is another opinion given to you about how to parent, breastfeed or not breastfeed, crying helps lungs develop but crying too long cause brain damage...wait WHAT? At a listener's request, this week we talk about different opinions given to us and how to deal with people or family members opinion of different topics. 

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Lying to your kids is wrong, right but what about lying about Santa or the tooth fairy, is that wrong? And are "white" lies wrong? We have all met those people who let us know they never lie to their kids, but does that mean they don't have Santa visit their house? In this episode we talk about the effects of lying on kids, if there are any, and if its OK to lie about Santa. We also talk about our parenting fails with Santa and the tooth fairy. 

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We are irrational; at times we may seem crazy. This week we discuss all of our irrational fears related to parenting. We may seem crazy, but let's be honest; aren't we all a little odd when we share our day-to-day thoughts? We think so. Or at least we hope so. 

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Alright, I am going to be honest, right after giving birth, I felt like I had no friends. It was hard. I felt isolated. In this episode we talk about how common it is and how to reach out and find a friend during this trying time. If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant then this episode will help you realize, if you are one of the ones who finds themselves feeling lonely after giving birth, you are not alone!  We dedicate this episode to all moms who have said "I have no friends." 

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WOW, oh WOW. You are married, or not, but you got those kids, and it seems like your relationship has taken a backseat. We got you! In this episode we talk about the difficulty with keeping up with the marriage when you are feeling... touched out, or tried, or hungover, or exhausted, or hungry, or.... you name it. Also, did breast milk cure Brian's Rosacea? Find out in this week's episode!

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Do you find yourself always thinking you're a bad mother? Or better yet, you feel so lost on how to do things the 'right way' because everyone gives you a different direction? Motherhood is so hard, why do we make it so much harder on ourselves by all these negative thoughts? Am I truly a bad mother?

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You just went through 9 months abstaining from alcohol and certain foods and now all you want is a cold-cut and a beer. As you place your baby on your boob and open that much needed beer you have a twinge of guilt, am I harming my baby? In this episode we discuss drinking while breastfeeding.

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References:

https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/facts.html

https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/breastfeeding/conditioninfo/benefits

https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/breastfeeding/factsheet/index.html

https://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/making-decision-breastfeed

https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/vaccinations-medications-drugs/alcohol.html

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501469/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1351273/

https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/bfm.2018.0053

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding-and-lifestyle/alcohol/

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/alcohol-and-breastfeeding/

https://americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/effect-of-alcoholic-mother-on-children

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/257751840_Alcohol_and_Breastfeeding

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bcpt.12149

https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/drinking-alcohol-while-breastfeeding/

https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/substance-use-in-women/substance-use-while-pregnant-breastfeeding

https://youtu.be/-l5BpqllTLg

Your baby is here, you want to breastfeed, its natural so it should be easy right? Not really. From leaking boobs to engorgement this episode talks about establishing good breastfeeding with your newborn and what to expect. 

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References: 

https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/facts.html

https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/breastfeeding/conditioninfo/benefits

https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/breastfeeding/factsheet/index.html

https://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/making-decision-breastfeed

https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/vaccinations-medications-drugs/alcohol.html

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501469/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1351273/

https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/bfm.2018.0053

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding-and-lifestyle/alcohol/

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/alcohol-and-breastfeeding/

https://americanaddictioncenters.org/alcoholism-treatment/effect-of-alcoholic-mother-on-children

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/257751840_Alcohol_and_Breastfeeding

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bcpt.12149

https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/drinking-alcohol-while-breastfeeding/

https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/substance-use-in-women/substance-use-while-pregnant-breastfeeding

https://youtu.be/-l5BpqllTLg

Episode 15- Oh my, you just had a child, figured out how to care for it and now you have to find out who is going to watch them when you go to work...it's enough to make you pull your hair out. In this episode we discuss the pros/cons of different childcare options.

https://ncchildcaresearch.dhhs.state.nc.us

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Pacifiers, baby wipe warmers, cribs, bottles, button clothes, the list of items you need for your new little one is endless...or is it? This episode we discuss our list of baby essentials for your new baby. We also talk about 'maybe' items and the heck-fire ones. 

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