Outnumbered

Are you ready to take back your family's time?  You're in luck because in this episode, we chat with Melissa Smith from Family Brand.  She shares 3 easy steps to take back your time!  And more than that, we discuss creating a family brand, how to get your family on board, and a different perspective on how to run your family. Please support our podcast on Patreon! Mentioned in this episode: Family Brand website Family Brand podcast Family Brand course Episode 12: Mothering with Intention Never miss another episode by subscribing to our email HERE!

There's nothing better for fun and relaxation than summertime! But there's also nothing worse for our kids' education than taking 2-3 months off of all schoolwork.   Today we're sharing how we like to incorporate educational opportunities into our summertime adventures, whether at home or on vacation far away.   Episode 59: Family Friendly Activities for All Ages  Episode 131: Helping Kids with Schoolwork During Summer  Episode 73: Summer School Activities  Just Serve Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE Please support our podcast on Patreon

You've hit the jackpot!  In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey each share their top 3 sanity saving house rules that have helped them keep their homes clean, their kids respectful, and their sanity in tact.  You'll want to try them out ASAP! Please support our podcast on Patreon! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 2: Kids and Chores Episode 158: Preventing Entitlement

Getting dressed is one of the best things you can do for yourself as a mom each day, but that doesn't make it easy! Changing styles, pregnancy and postpartum bodies and limited budgets can all contribute to struggles looking great every day.  Corina Holden of Frump Fighters is a master at helping moms put together an approachable wardrobe they love and today's she's sharing her secrets to a capsule wardrobe with us!  Corina's calendar freebie Find Corina here  Frump Fighters resources  Frump Fighters on Facebook  Frump Fighters on Instagram

In this episode Bonnie and Audrey talk about the comparison trap, and 4 different areas to avoid.  They discuss comparing YOURSELF to others, comparing YOUR CHILDREN to other children (including their own siblings,) comparing OTHERS like your spouse, and what to do when people want to play the comparison game with you. Please support our podcast on Patreon! Mentioned in this episode: Epsiode 171:Got Kids with Bad Habits Episode 167: Birth Order TJ Terrien Your kids putting on shoes sketch

Deciding who to invite to your baby's birth is a big, scary decision! We might argue that it's the second biggest decision after choosing WHERE  or HOW to give birth.  We (Bonnie & Audrey) have each made this decision 9 times so we're thrilled to share our expertise on the subject and what makes a person just the right individual to be present at this life-changing moment. A few of our favorite resources on intentional birth: The Business of Being Born Documentary Born in the USA book

In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey discuss the concept of agency.  They define it and share 4 different aspects of agency.  Then they cover the ways to teach agency to your kids in practical, easy to implement ways.  This is one episode you don't want to miss! Please support our podcast on Patreon! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 12: Intentional Parenting Episode 103: Ebb & Flow Kristen Goodman Coaching

Show our sponsore some love and get 20% off at Let's Make Art! Click here to check them out. One of our favorite things to talk about with our friends and other fellow moms is the products and systems that make our lives easier!  Today's episode is all about the essential products and organizational must-haves that simplify our homes and make mom-life easier.   Bonnie's kitchen product blog post Bonnie command center  Yoto player Cheap alarm clock Oxo spatula Audrey's Stihl vacuum Dryer balls  Lava lamp Air purifier Beddy's bedding (get $50 off!) Bonnie's shampoo bar

How come kids are so good at bad habits?  But seriously, in this Episode, Bonnie & Audrey (with a combined 19 bad habit infested children between their two families) take on this difficult topic!  They discuss what not to do, the why behind the habits, and 7 simple yet foolproof solutions for getting through bad habits.  Oh, and they share the secret to how these bad habits might just magically disappear all by temselves too! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 18 Kids and Tantrums Episode 88 The Importance of Outdoor Time The Nailbiter poem by Shel Silverstein Mrs. Piggle Wiggle books

We're thrilled to chat today with guest Rhonda Farr who is a certified life coach focusing on emotion. Being a parent can be exhausting, overwhelming and SO emotional. And then trying to help our children process and control their emotions is even more difficult.    Join us on our journey of accepting our feelings and making them work for our good with Rhonda! The Upside of Stress Book Rhonda's website Follow Rhonda on Instagram

Married and wanting or needing a getaway?  In this episode, Bonnie & Audrey answer the top 5 questions about making a married getaway successful: 1. How long should we plan for? 2. What can we do to make it special? 3. What about romance? 4. What kinds of adult activities should we plan for? 5. What about the kids? Please support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/outnumbered Mentioned in this episode: Episode 124: Travel without kids Episode 151: Intimacy in Marriage Episode 115: Date Night Ideas

Show our sponsore some love and get 20% off at Let's Make Art! Click here to check them out. If there's anything that life with small children is NOT, it's quiet! And yet our minds, bodies and souls need down time where we can rest, rejuvenate and process our experiences and emotions. Today we're guiding you through our processes for teaching children stillness as well as how to find quiet time for yourself. We know you're going to love this one! Wim Hof breathing technique Yoga with Adriene

Have you ever wondered how birth order affects your personality or that of the children you parent?  In this episode Bonnie & Audrey talk about  you wanted to know about birth order (your position in the family!)   Bonnie and Audrey not only demystify the concept of birth order, but explain how you can use it to your advantage for yourself or when parenting your children! Click here for 20% off at Let's Make Art! Mentioned in this episode: Fun article on birth order affects marriage Book - The Coddling of the American Mind TJ Therrien on Instagram  Please support our podcast on Patreon! 

As experienced moms, we have LOTS of things we wish we could tell our younger selves, and how to feel better about having a messy house is at the top of the list! In short, it's not only OK to have a messy house while kids are home, it's basically supposed too be messy (unless you spend most of your life cleaning, which we do not!).  Don't miss the episode listed below for more tips on nailing successful motherhood and letting go of unhelpful expectations.  Episode 160: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Success as a Mom

Trying to learn (or teach or help a child learn) a foreign language?  In this Episode, Bonnie and Audrey share 5 tools for success!  And they dive into the 7 different learning styles, so the time spent learning a foreign language can be the most effective. Mentioned in this episode:  Duolingo (free language app) Rosetta Stone Wee Sing Around the World Pimsleur

Show our sponsor Let's Make Art some love and get 20% off while you're at it! We love celebrating kids' birthdays but also want to keep our own sanity as parents! Showing our children that we love them and they're special to us is the goal, but it can quickly slip over the line to indulgence if we're not careful. Listen to us chat this week about walking that line and setting up realistic expectations while our children are young (and what to do if you'd like to make changes!) Episode 158 on entitlement Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE! Please support our podcast on Patreon!

If you're looking for tips on reducing the pain during birth naturally, you've come to the right place!  Bonnie and Audrey are 2 moms with a combined total of 18 birth experiences between their two families.  In this episode they share tons of tips on how to have a less painful birth.   Please support our podcast on Patreon! Mentioned in this episode: Episode 38: Sibling Rivalry Episode 47: Water Birth Episode 6: Pregnancy Part 1 Episode 7: Pregnancy Part 2 Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE!

Join us today as we host a wonderful chat with lifecoach and mom of 5, Chanelle Neilson. Chanelle has a passion for helping moms simplify their lives and schedules, especially those who feel called to do something outside of motherhood.  Tiny Habits by B.J. Fogg Connect with Chanelle in one of the following ways: Moms Life Made Simple podcastChanelle Neilson Coaching Instagram Facebook Chanelle's Morning Routine Checklist  

In this Episode, Bonnie and Audrey share 10 tips they've learned through helping their kids learn to drive.  No really, and they lived to tell about it! Be prepared to laugh, and set yourself (and the teen you're teaching) up for successful driving. Plus, they also share some ways they've each helped their families save money on car insurance with teens on the policy. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 25: How to Afford Kids Please support us on Patreon!  Subscribe to our email HERE! Follow us on Instagram

Have you ever wondered what it means to be a successful mother? It certainly doesn't look like professional success, or financial success. It's probably different for every mom but we're likely to see a lot of similarities across the board. Join us in discovering what success means for parenting our little ones and how to get out of our own way as we seek after it.   Tessa Romero on positive mom-thoughts   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/outnumbered Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outnumberedthepodcast Subscribe to our newsletter HERE: https://mailchi.mp/639f54432095/outnumbered