We have researched the best and worst diet plans of 2021 to see what’s hot and what’s not when it comes to eating right. As we have both had struggles with our own weight, we speak about which ways of eating work best for us and how we had success through dieting in the past.

how did you know you were in labor? Was it the contractions? Did you’re water break? We would LOVE TO KNOW! Visit us @candid.motherhood on Instagram and leave us a comment on our latest post.

Whether you have 2 kids, 6 kids, or more....managing children of different ages can be hard and it can be exhausting.  Especially when it comes to homeschooling children or being home with them long term like during summer break.  We talk about many different ways to keep everyone happy, engaged, and included but doing so in a way that is age appropriate. 

What’s the best decision for your child? Is it homeschool? Private school? Public school? Listen to our experiences with all 3 and listen to what swayed our decisions to choose private school and homeschool. Every child is different and every family has different values and needs. Here are some common reasons other parents choose homeschool and private VS public school.

Find out if you’re ready to have kids with our newest episode! We discuss reasons why you may not be ready for kids and what our experience was like becoming a first second and third time parent. Nothing ever can really prepare you for parenthood but listening to our experiences can help you understand a little bit of what to expect as a parent.

budgeting part 2 how to save for retirement. 7 baby steps to build wealth. Jackie Ans Roxy discuss the 7 baby steps needed to build wealth and go on to a happy retirement. How do we get there? Where are we at on these steps? Listen to find out!!

Learn along with us on how to make a family friendly budget. This episode talks all about how to set budgeting goals and how to stick to them. We discuss our failures and successes with budgeting ourselves. Enjoy!

Jackie and Roxy talk about how their weekends vacationing at each others houses went. From sunburns to margaritas!! Hope you guys enjoy!

Whether it’s from a divorce, or working a lot, some of us may have guilt when it comes to raising our children. It is important not to let that guilt determine how we parent in a negative way. We talk about what guilt parenting looks like, how it affects the family, and how to avoid it.

What to expect when you're raising teenager. From raging hormones to struggling to find their identity, what behaviors can you expect from your teen?? So many teens get a bad wrap... but the majority of teens are genuinely fun to be around. We tell you all about the changes to expect as your pre teen moves into teen hood and eventually adulthood. Hang in there parents! Just like everything else, it won’t last forever!!

We all make mistakes as parents. Here are some of the major ones we tend to make as first time parents. Listen to this podcast to avoid making the biggest parenting mistakes.

Hear what our crazy outrageous kids have to say. We ask them questions and listen to hear their ridiculous responses. Gather the kids around for an all new candid kids episode!

There are never enough hours in the day to get everything us busy moms and wives need to get done. Learning how to manage your time better can help you cross of your daily checklist. Prioritizing your time, making lists, and staying motivated are just a few things you can do to help manage your time better.

We answer some of he most frequently asked parenting questions. We would love to hear how you would handle these scenarios as well... please let us know on Instagram and Facebook at Candid.Motherhood

Having a strong sense of self confidence makes you more attractive to other people. We talk about ways we give ourselves instant boosts of self confidence when we are feeling insecure or down on ourselves.

Vacationing with kids can more than often feel like work away from home.  With many hours spent traveling either by car or by plane, the trip can get long quick when you travel with kids.  We know from experience that traveling with kids can become horrific if certain measures are not taken into account.  Traveling light, and some pre-planning can do wonders for your sanity.  Picking out the right destinations and remembering to pack coolers full of drinks and snacks can be a life saver!  Here we are talking all about what vacationing with kids really looks like, and some easy tips on how to make the trip more enjoyable for everyone!  Enjoy today's episode and don't forget to subscribe!  Press those Like buttons, and leave us a comment on what your experiences were while traveling with kids! We love to hear your stories.  

 

Domestic violence can have detrimental effects on the victims and the children In the household. It can cause a variety of mental and emotional disorders, and often times victims suffer in silence for fear of embarrassment and retaliation. Listen to us talk about the signs of domestic abuse, what to look out for Ans how to make an exit plan if you are one of victims yourself. You can get help. You’re not helpless and you’re not alone. For help download “The Aspire App” go to: “thehotline.org” or call: 1-800-799-SAFE

Teaching kids responsibility starts during the toddler years. You can’t expect a teenager to suddenly handle responsibilities when they haven’t been given any their whole lives. In this episode we discuss age appropriate responsibilities from toddlerhood to the teenage years. We discuss the responsibilities our own children have and responsibilities we used to have when we were kids ourselves. I hope you enjoy today’s episode!

Social anxiety is one of the the most common mental disorders that exists, and is growing more and more common everyday. With the help of the internet and social media, we are relying on computers more and lacking human interaction. Humans are losing their ability to communicate clearly with others, and is becoming a more popular phobia as the years go on. Listen to us, Your favorite cohosts, Roxy and Jackie, as we spill the beans on a topic we know all too well about. If you have social anxiety, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!

We discuss all the ups and downs of parenting. One minute our kids are giving us kisses and cuddles and the next they’re having meltdowns on the floor. It’s like a roller coaster and it’s not always fun. But we love them unconditionally. I know you parents can relate!!