Hey Mama! Podcast

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#283 - Caitlin’s Third Birth Story - Part 2 01/17/2022

#283 - Caitlin’s Third Birth Story - Part 2 Caitlin recounts her c-section and that time she kicked Henry out of the hospital room. She shares a bit about her recovery and how things are going with feeding Matty now. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21783707

#282 - Caitlin’s Third Birth Story - Part 1 01/10/2022

#282 - Caitlin’s Third Birth Story - Part 1 Caitlin’s back! She shares the lead-up to the birth of her third son. Tune in to hear baby noises and just classic TMI Hey Mama! talk. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21717689

#281 - Foster Parenting with Bridget 12/20/2021

#281 - Foster Parenting with Bridget Laura talks with listener Bridget about all things foster parenting. Bridget tells her family’s story, how they came to be foster parents, discusses the hectic, no notice life of foster parenting and how she stays organized. She also talks about staying grounded knowing that, if she’s done her job right, she will be heartbroken someday. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21507086

#280 - Your Best is Enough with Lizzie Assa 12/13/2021

#280 - Your Best is Enough with Lizzie Assa Laura is joined by Lizzie Assa of , a parenting strategist, play expert, and mom of three creative kids. We talk about preparing for and transitioning your family to three kids, sibling dynamics, and the importance of self-care for parents. Find , check out her if you need some inspiration for items to inspire thoughtful play, or consider ! Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21419891

#279 - Gabbing with Toni 12/06/2021

#279 - Gabbing with Toni Laura is joined by her friend and Hey Mama! Fan, Toni. Toni is weaning off caffeine, Charlie is struggling with reading, and Toni’s son is learning to defend himself. Previous Toni episodes: Other things we mentioned: meditation app (Tim) Laura does (I just attended the live class and absolutely loved it) Laura makes her coffee with an Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21324110

#278 - Intentional Planning with Crystal of The Essential Calendar 11/29/2021

#278 - Intentional Planning with Crystal of The Essential Calendar Laura is joined by Crystal Mickelsen of The Essential Calendar. They have a wide ranging discussion about planning activities and other aspects of family life, including your kids in seasonal planning, and how to shine light on the unseen labor of primary parenthood. Check out () or on their website . Hey Mama! listeners can get 15% off their order using the code HEYMAMA. We mentioned: Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Find us on and Spotify too! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21259976

#277 - The Hey Mama! Drinking Game with Megan 11/22/2021

#277 - The Hey Mama! Drinking Game with Megan Laura is joined by her friend and Hey Mama! fan, Megan. They talk about the evolution of the podcast, changing friendships, and parents who are not here to be friends. They also do a classic round of Got and Don’t Got This! Megan mentions , who Laura has totally heard of, but didn’t realize it. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21025079

#276 - Connecting to your three kids with Brandi 11/15/2021

#276 - Connecting to your three kids with Brandi Second time guest Brandi Elle joins Laura to discuss how she thoughtfully connects with each of her three kids. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21024857

#275 - Three Kids with Fran 11/08/2021

#275 - Three Kids with Fran Listener Fran joins Laura to talk three kids. Laura admits to not knowing what Zone Defense is, and Fran thoughtfully explores the dynamics in his family, while also plugging . Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/21021989

#274 - Twinges and jingles 11/01/2021

#274 - Twinges and jingles Caitlin is feeling some stuff, but she’s still pregnant as of my writing this show note! Laura reference this Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20984522

#273 - A Party and A Conference 10/25/2021

#273 - A Party and A Conference Tommy turns 4 and our favorite problem child needs an evaluation. Laura mentioned . Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20895245

#272 - I’m too tired for intense emotions now. 10/18/2021

#272 - I’m too tired for intense emotions now. We talk about how school and homework are going, and how Caitlin is getting to the end of her pregnancy. We touch on our love/hate relationship with parenting instagram accounts. Reminder: Laura is interviewing listeners to cover Caitlin’s upcoming maternity leave. If you would like to co-host an episode, email us! heymamapodcast at gmail dot com Parenting instagrams we mentioned: Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20838200

#271 - Big Scheduling and Big Feelings 10/11/2021

#271 - Big Scheduling and Big Feelings Caitlin scheduled her c-section! She also spirals about something David did in a locker room. Laura learns something new about Caitlin’s stance on exits and Joey struggles at his preschool. Caitlin mentioned . Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20753831

#270 - A Phlegmy One 10/04/2021

#270 - A Phlegmy One We talk about running noses, homework, color blindness, and birthdays. All the greatest hits! If you have three kids and want to talk about it on the podcast, email us at heymamapodcast [at] gmail [dot] com Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20686235

#269 - Fall into the struggle bus 09/27/2021

#269 - Fall into the struggle bus Laura is on the fall struggle bus and Caitlin is on the pregnant struggle bus. We discuss Caitlin’s plans for taking a maternity leave and how things are going getting out of the house in the morning. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20612744

#268 - School is off rocky start 09/13/2021

#268 - School is off rocky start Someone has a very bumpy first day of school! Laura forgets some forms and we remain annoyed at communication from schools. Be warned listeners: this is a bit rage filled. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20438294

#267 - School is a comin’ 09/06/2021

#267 - School is a comin’ Summer is ending and school is coming at us fast and furious. Laura is feeling some sadness, as the end of this summer signals a big change for her family overall. Caitlin is practical, as always, and has some noisy kids with her. /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20372465

#266 - Trips with our kids 08/30/2021

#266 - Trips with our kids We recap our weeks away. When did we become adults who don’t want to get wet? Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20305931

#265 - A Very Special Episode 08/16/2021

#265 - A Very Special Episode We share some wonderful news. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20133620

#264 - Tap dancing for childcare 08/09/2021

#264 - Tap dancing for childcare Laura wonders how to talk to bigger kids about their feelings and Caitlin continues to feel overwhelmed. Laura picks some berries and David is a sweet, sweet boy. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/20058827

#263 - The tantrum train has left the station 08/02/2021

#263 - The tantrum train has left the station We talk about a recent Joey tantrum and Laura reflects on some unhelpful advice she once heard Janet Lansbury give. Caitlin feels some schadenfreude and Laura doesn’t know how to navigate older kids giving their friends the cold shoulder. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19931876

#262 - Does your summer feel chill? 07/26/2021

#262 - Does your summer feel chill? Caitlin’s summer does not feel chill, does yours? We talk about learning to dive, navigating sharing presents with siblings and what to do about opening presents at birthday parties. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19855292

#261 - Work, Sleep, and Overwhelm 07/19/2021

#261 - Work, Sleep, and Overwhelm Caitlin is overwhelmed with work. Laura is getting a new bed. Caitlin throws an awesome party. Laura gives Charlie something to do. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19831703

#260 - Camp Forms 07/12/2021

#260 - Camp Forms The older kids birthdays are upon us and we can barely believe it. We talk all things summer, including holding some resentment for being the parent who has to design summer. We complain about camp forms and Caitlin gives David a little independence. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19720565

#259 - Demons, Flags and Activities 07/05/2021

#259 - Demons, Flags and Activities Someone has a demon child and someone’s teacher did a really sweet thing. Laura has a coin debacle and we schedule our kids for a lot of activities. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19674455

#258 - This is parenting too. 06/28/2021

#258 - This is parenting too. Lot of adulting talk: HVAC, CO, and cars. Caitlin manages a lot of kids at the pool and gets a baby necklace. Charlie makes a sandwich and someone is hot while parenting. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19470932

#257 - Can I play a game on your phone? 06/21/2021

#257 - Can I play a game on your phone? Caitlin gives an update about Joe and hosts her first non-family friend play date. Laura tries to teach Charlie some gratitude and lets him play a game on her phone. We talked about: Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19469558

#256 - No Good, Very Bad Day 06/14/2021

#256 - No Good, Very Bad Day Caitlin has a no good, very bad day. We talk at length about how she is currently managing her spirited child. Laura sets a boundary with Charlie. Caitlin and Henry go on a date and Laura has some helpers with weeding in the backyard. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19397843

#255 - Not A Baby Person 06/07/2021

#255 - Not A Baby Person Laura briefly enjoys an early-COVID, kid-juggling day. We talk summer childcare arrangements and our thoughts on having third kids. Laura mentioned . Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19384961

#254 - Evaluations and Vacations 05/24/2021

#254 - Evaluations and Vacations Laura wonders about the benefits of plural marriage and discusses their recent evaluation experience. Caitlin’s kids go on vacation, and she gets a break. Give us 5 stars in if you like what you hear! Check out ! Promo code: PODCAST Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & like our Facebook page Tell us what your #igotthis and #idontgotthis moments are this week! Have a question or topic you’d like us to discuss? Tweet us @heymamapodcast or email us at heymamapodcast (at) gmail.com. Music: Hanami by Fabian Measures /episode/index/show/heymamapodcast/id/19149950

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