Episode Description

Sarah and Grace share an honest and entertaining conversation about the chaos, pressure, and joy of family life. They talk about Nora losing two teeth in two days, kids learning about money, Sarah’s long-awaited Mahjong win, Grace’s ambitious outdoor movie night, and the challenge of balancing work with school events and the desire to be present for every important moment. Chelsea also joins the conversation to share her experience having twins and becoming a mom of three, offering a candid perspective on the exhaustion, unpredictability, and humor that come with raising three children.

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Some kids lose teeth, some kids learn what juice box “wings” are, and some birthdays turn into full-on family adventures. But the real conversation here is bigger than the little kid milestones—Sarah and Grace get into the messy, fascinating question of how much pressure is too much when you're raising capable kids. They swap hilarious and heartfelt family updates before discussing Amy Chua’s Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother and the controversial idea that kids may not enjoy things until they’re good at them. Together, they explore high expectations, effort, talent, persistence, quitting activities, and the line between loving discipline and too much pressure. Honest, funny, and thought-provoking, this episode is perfect for parents navigating the daily balance between compassion and expectations.

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Grace and Sarah catch up on first days of school, younger-sibling feelings, a heartfelt remembrance of Sarah’s grandmother, and an unforgettable amusement-park wasp incident. Then they dive into the real cost of motherhood—from groceries, haircuts, gym memberships, and cars to the little luxuries and family traditions they’ll happily keep paying for. Plus, they share a few quick dinner ideas for busy weeks and plenty of thoughts on seasonal pajamas, cake pops, and parenting priorities.

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Some of the most meaningful parts of childhood are not the big milestones - they are the routines, traditions, and tiny moments your kids will carry forever. Sarah and Grace trade honest, funny, and surprisingly emotional answers to one question: what do you want your kids to remember about their childhood?

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Sarah and Grace get real about the everyday decisions that shape family life, from whether kids should eat as much candy as they want on Halloween to what happens when dinner turns into a negotiation. Along the way, they unpack why some rules feel non-negotiable, why others depend entirely on the kid, and how much of parenting is really just learning as you go.

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Back to School

Back-to-school season hits differently when you have a kindergartner, a picky eater, and a calendar that suddenly needs to work around naps, shoes, lunches, and school-day chaos. Sarah and Grace get real about the tiny logistics that can make or break your mornings, and share the practical fixes that are actually making a difference. Sarah is in the thick of big transitions at home, from celebrating her husband Colin’s 40th birthday with a surprise balloon wall and friend hangout, to navigating Nora’s kindergarten prep and the stress of finding the right school fit. Grace brings her own kindergarten decision to the table too, sharing why a homeschool hybrid at the Waldorf School feels like the right next step for Graham and how excited he is to meet new friends.

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Grace and Sarah are back for season two of Full Time Moms Podcast, and they open with a candid catch-up on why the show went quiet for a year. They share what’s changed in the last twelve months, from new jobs and new classrooms to babies growing up fast, plus the real-life chaos that comes with parenting and keeping a house running.This episode is mostly a funny, honest reset: the kind of conversation where the updates are small, specific, and very relatable.

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Grace’s parents are in town which means Grace has been hosting all the things from her youngest’s very FIRST birthday to her oldest’s art show. It’s hard to believe Grace has a 1 year old! As with most parties, some things did not go exactly according to plan. A highlight of Sarah’s week was her and her family getting together with some friends that they don’t see all that often and it reminded Sarah that she wants to prioritize that friendship.

It’s a big week for Book Club for 1 - Grace gives out her very first 5-star review on the pod! Some would say this one is life changing. Then Grace and Sarah share some mantras and strategies to help you keep your cool in those challenging moments with your kids. Then Sarah and Grace both bring copycat recipes to switch up your dinner rotation. Sarah shares copycat PF Changs chicken lettuce wraps. And Grace brings copycat Cafe Rio salad to the table. No matter how you’re doing motherhood, we’re rooting for you!

Segments

Yays and nays

Book club for 1

How to keep your cool

Switch up your dinner rotation

• Copycat PF Changs chicken lettuce wraps
• Copycat Cafe Rio salad

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