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S6E21 – Chris: Anxiety, Adolescence, and Dad’s DIY Wisdom

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In this week’s episode of the Guide Before Parenting podcast, Jason and Jennifer welcome Chris, a dad with a talent for mixing heartfelt reflection and hilarious storytelling. From surviving Dallas heatwaves and high school soccer fields in the ‘80s to raising a teenager in the social media era, Chris shares how life has shaped both his parenting and his patience.

The conversation dives into Chris’s journey with his daughter Julia, whose teenage years were marked by anxiety, tough choices, and a remarkable turnaround from near dropout to A-student. Chris is honest about what worked, what didn’t, and the regrets that still linger—especially when it comes to fostering independence.

Of course, it’s not all serious. Listeners will laugh along with the now-legendary “paint bucket incident” from Chris’s childhood, proving kids have always found creative ways to blur the line between mischief and innocence. Add in insights about his partnership with Judith, a little cocktail-fueled banter, and a cultural critique of parenting across generations, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal parts wisdom and wit.

Cocktail: Ginger Mule mocktail with Kirkland vodka

Snack Time: None this week

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S620 – Surviving Teenagers, Strep Throat, and Emotional Rollercoasters

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Join Jason and Jennifer as they sip on some wine and spill all the tea about their latest parenting mishaps. The duo also dive into their weekly Reddit discussions, tackling questions on why parents often say ‘because I said so,’ the emotional toll of raising teenagers, and the choice between adopting and having biological children. Jennifer shares an endearing story about her nephew Noah, his memories of staying at her house, and their special bond. To round off the episode, they enjoy a bottle of ‘Dearly Beloved’ wine paired with Theo Organic Salted Toffee Chocolate, making for an entertaining and heartfelt conversation about the joys and struggles of parenting.

Cocktail: Dearly Beloved: I Thee Red from Trader Joe’s

Snack Time: Theo Organic Salted Toffee Chocolate

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S6 E15 – Leslie – From Lesson Plans to Labor Pains: The Ultimate Mom Multitasker

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What happens when you’re homeschooling three neurodivergent kids, battling Alabama’s baffling birth laws, and—oh yeah—giving birth in a moving vehicle? You get our guest this week: the ultimate multitasking mom. We talk about the highs, lows, and hilarious detours of homeschooling, why midwifery is practically outlawed in Alabama, and the unforgettable day she added “delivered a baby in a car” to her parenting résumé. Spoiler alert: no one got extra credit for this assignment.

Cocktail: Gen 5 Pinot Noir 2022

Snack Time: Merlot BellaVitano Cheese

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S6E14 – Television: Raised by Reruns and Mom’s Death Stare

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This week, I sit down with my very own mom to spill the tea (and the Tang) on what it was really like growing up in the 80s and 90s. From being babysat by the TV, to surviving without the internet, to all the trouble me and my brother somehow lived through—Mom remembers it all. There’s laughter, there’s side-eye, and there’s a healthy dose of “back in my day” wisdom.

Cocktail: Kirkland Brand Boxed Pinot Grigio 

Snack Time: Murray’s High Plains Cheddar

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S6E13 – Toddlers, Toilets & Tough Talks: Another Day in the Parenting Trenches

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This week, we’re wading through the wild waters of Reddit to tackle some real parenting dilemmas: getting side-eyed (or full-on yelled at) for taking your toddler into the “wrong” bathroom, talking to kids about weight without messing them up for life, letting your child reinvent themselves one dyed strand at a time, and—oh yeah—deciding to have kids after 35, when you’re old enough to know better. It’s messy, it’s honest, and it might make you laugh, cry, or both at once. Welcome back to the parenting trenches.

Cocktail: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon

Snack Time: Nothing this week

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S6E12 – Birth, Blazes & Bare Living: A Parenting Chat with Beth

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This week, we’re joined by the unstoppable Beth: executive director by title, full-time truth-teller by nature. She gets real about living with PCOS, giving birth like a warrior, and yes—why she prefers to roam her house in the nude. Oh, and did we mention she ran into two different burning houses to warn the people inside? If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to juggle motherhood, menopause vibes, and mild firefighting, this episode’s for you.

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Cocktail:  Trader Joe’s French Market Sparkling Lemonade mixed with Kirkland Brand American Vodka

Snack Time: Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Covered Honey Grahams with sea salt

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S6E11 – Activities, Attitudes & Awkward Teen Talks: A Parenting Variety Pack

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In this week’s parenting variety pack, we dive into the good, the bad, and the Reddit. From the eternal question of “Should I let my kid quit piano?” to family catchphrases that somehow become law, we explore it all. We also get real about the complexities of foster care in religious homes and the always-fun topic of talking to teens about birth control (spoiler: nobody wants to be the one to bring it up). Join us for laughs, feels, and a few uncomfortable flashbacks to our own teenage years.

Cocktail: Rioja Reserva Kirkland

Snack Time: Trader Joe’s Mozzarella Balls

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