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Parenting in Real Life

by Alan and Alexis Tanner

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Latest episodes

168: It's the Final Episode!

January 16, 2024 · 8 min

We are sad to let you know, that this is the final episode of the Parenting in Real Life Podcast. We took this episode to share a few things we learned from podcasting for 7.5 years. This whole podcast documented our kids' young years and…
167: Creating a Sense of Play at Any Age | Daniel Tiger Creator Angela Santomero

December 20, 2023 · 30 min

In this episode, we interviewed Angela Santomero, the creator of iconic children's shows like Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood and Blue's Clues. We discussed the importance of staying playful as parents and the valuable lessons we can learn…
166: Getting Kids Out of Their Comfort Zones | Brooke Romney

December 8, 2023 · 29 min

We are super excited to have Brooke Romney on this podcast episode! In this interview, we discuss helping kids step out of their comfort zones, embracing mistakes, praising effort over outcomes, and setting clear expectations for children…
165: Helping Our Kids Learn Emotional Intelligence | Jody Moore

November 22, 2023 · 29 min

On this episode, we discuss emotional intelligence for children with life coach, business coach, and parent, Jody Moore. We explore the importance of allowing children to experience negative emotions without labeling them as problems. We…
164: Tween Confidence and Happiness | Bloomfully

November 8, 2023 · 35 min

In episode 164 of Parenting in Real Life, we interview three passionate women from Bloomfully, a company dedicated to helping tweens and teens. We discuss cultivating confidence and strength in young people amidst social media and…

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How Much Of My Kids' Candy Should I Eat?

November 3, 2023 · 8 min

In this mini episode, we discuss the value of Halloween candy and which ones are worth indulging in. This is totally for fun because we think you should be able to do what you want, but if you're trying to be more health conscious, but…
163: Bringing Gratitude Into Your Home

November 1, 2023 · 15 min

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, we discuss the importance of gratitude. We share practical strategies for cultivating gratitude in our homes, including daily practices and incorporating it into family conversations. We also…
162: Calm the Chaos | Dayna Abraham

October 25, 2023 · 21 min

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, Dayna Abraham, author of "Calm the Chaos," provides practical guidance for overwhelmed parents. She shares a roadmap of five stages for parenting success and emphasizes the importance of…
161: Our Unpopular Parenting Choices

October 18, 2023 · 17 min

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, we discuss three unpopular parenting opinions. We talk about monitoring our children's candy consumption, our thoughts on smartphones or social media for our kids, and whether we pay or don't pay…
160: Get Your Home and Mind Organized | Jenny Layton

October 11, 2023 · 27 min

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, we speak with Jenny Layton, a professional organizer and life coach, about achieving better organization in our spaces and schedules. Jenny's holistic approach addresses the underlying reasons…
159: Stressed Parenting Help, Kindness Challenge & Maternity Leave

September 27, 2023 · 26 min

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, we address challenges with our kids' struggling to be kind and how we're trying to help that with our kindness jar challenge. We explore different maternity leave policies around the world and the…
158: Teaching Kids to Solve Their Own Problems | Ashley Bartley

September 20, 2023 · 26 min

In episode 158 of Parenting in Real Life, we interview Ashley Bartley, an elementary school counselor and author, about helping kids solve problems, manage emotions, and be kind. We discuss teaching independence and problem-solving skills…

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About the show

As the parents of 5 kids, we know what it's like to be in survival mode. To feel like you're just trying to get through the day. We have found that it's the simple, every day joys that make parenting more fun. We help parents laugh a bit more and create fun in day to day parenting. Listen to our podcast for simple ways to have fun as a family. Visit us at www.parentingirlpodcast.com.