927 Episodes

  1. The Homework Slog

    Published: 10/11/2017
  2. Pets - Worst Idea Ever?

    Published: 9/27/2017
  3. Conquering Clutter

    Published: 9/13/2017
  4. Finding Good Babysitters

    Published: 8/30/2017
  5. Back to School

    Published: 8/16/2017
  6. Birthday Parties – If You Must

    Published: 8/2/2017
  7. How Old Is Old Enough?

    Published: 7/19/2017
  8. Vacationing with Kids- What to Pack?

    Published: 7/5/2017
  9. Does Messy Matter?

    Published: 6/21/2017
  10. When To Let Kids Quit

    Published: 6/7/2017
  11. Yelling Less

    Published: 5/24/2017
  12. Sibling Rivalry

    Published: 5/10/2017
  13. Mom Worsts

    Published: 4/26/2017
  14. Summer Plans

    Published: 4/12/2017
  15. Birth Order- Parenting Each Child Best (More or Less)

    Published: 3/29/2017
  16. Helping Kids Deal with Disappointment

    Published: 3/15/2017
  17. Do Manners Still Matter?

    Published: 3/1/2017
  18. What To Say To Your Kids When You Don’t Have a Clue

    Published: 2/15/2017
  19. Dividing the Workload

    Published: 2/1/2017
  20. Are Our Kids Overscheduled?

    Published: 1/18/2017

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When you're a parent, every day brings a "fresh hell" to deal with. In other words, there's always something. Think of us as your funny mom friends who are here to remind you: you're not alone, and it won't always be this hard. We're Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables, both busy moms of three kids, but with completely different parenting styles. Margaret is a laid-back to the max; Amy never met a spreadsheet or an organizational system she didn't like. In each episode of "What Fresh Hell" we offer lots of laughs, but also practical advice, parenting strategies, and tips to empower you in your role as a mom. We explore self-help techniques, as well as ways to prioritize your own needs, combat stress, and despite the invisible workload we all deal with, find joy amidst the chaos of motherhood. If you've ever wondered "why is my kid..." then one of us has probably been there, and we're here to tell you what we've learned along the way. We unpack the behaviors and developmental stages of toddlers, tweens, and teenagers, providing insights into their actions and equipping you with effective parenting strategies. We offer our best parenting tips and skills we've learned. We debate the techniques and studies that are everywhere for parents these days, and get to the bottom of what works best to raise happy, healthy, fairly well-behaved kids, while fostering a positive parent-child relationship. If you're the default parent in your household, whether you're a busy mom juggling multiple pickups and dropoffs, or a first-time parent seeking guidance, this podcast is your trusted resource. Join our community of supportive mom friends laughing in the face of motherhood!   whatfreshhellpodcast.com