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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 1H 12M

Baby Showers, Bridal Showers & the Reality of Raising Kids on Camera

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This week, Melissa, Jill, and Kelly are catching up on life’s biggest moments—both joyful and challenging. From prepping for Brooke’s bridal shower to getting ready for Riley’s baby shower, the moms share what it’s like celebrating major milestones while juggling everyday responsibilities. Kelly opens up about not feeling her best, and the conversation turns to making healthier choices in the new year, including how they approach nutrition and using supplements to help fill in the gaps when life gets busy.The moms also reflect on their time on Dance Moms and the real struggles of being on the road—how exhausting it was for both them and their kids, and how that lifestyle affected family dynamics. They dive into one of the hardest topics: discipline under pressure. What was it really like trying to parent and correct behavior while cameras were rolling and other kids were watching?They talk about the balancing act of discipline and empathy, especially when a child lashed out or showed attitude because of stress, exhaustion, or what they were going through emotionally. Join us on Patreon for video, exclusive content, live chats and more! https://www.patreon.com/deardancemomHave a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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