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The Parent Trip
by The MESH
Parenting sure is one crazy trip… and while this journey is never ending, everyone is looking for some help along the way. Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne are by no means experts. In fact, they are the opposite. Mothers of young children trying to get some advice on what is to come and guidance on raising a child in today's world. Join the discussion of fears, excitement, humor and confusion… they're just learning as they go.
Episodes
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The Parent Trip: Unplugging Your Kids
Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret are back at the table to discuss something we all know too well. Even if we don’t want to admit it. Screen Time. Distractions. Technology. We welcome Matthew Jervis, author of the book, “How to Entertain, Distract and Unplug Your Kids: tricks, tools, and spontaneous...
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The Parent Trip: Learning Disabilities
Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret learned quite a bit this episode and we are pretty sure you will too! We welcome Brian Smith, Becky Beerbower, and Caroline Allen to the table as we discuss the ins and outs of Learning Disabilities. How to look for them, how to diagnose them, and how to handle them....
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Quick Trips 12: Finding A Sitter
This quick trip offers up a few outside the box ideas for finding sitter. Everyone needs some alone time now and then, and family or firends aren't always an ooption. So, here's what we came up with. Tune in now to The Parent Trip: Quick Trips!
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The Parent Trip: The Birds and The Bees
Well, this show may be a little awkward at times, but Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne power through it! Tough topic or not, this is a very important discussion for parents to have with their kids. You may surprised at what we find out... in fact, we learned a lot on this episode! We welcome Judy...
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The Parent Trip: ADHD Coach Ann Miller
Finally back from summer break, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret welcome special guest, Ann Miller, to the table to help us get down to the nitty gritty of ADHD. Ann Miller is an expert ADHD coach with ADD 2 Success ADHD Coaching. Ann is dedicated to helping teens and young adults with ADHD and…
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The Parent Trip: Stress No More
We all do it, nobody wants to, but its going to happen - especially with children. It's STRESS! Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne touch on a few easy things you can do to release your tension and avoid sobbing on the kitchen floor (not that we'd know anything about that). Breathe in, breathe out...…
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Quick Trips 11: Bored of Summer
Its the famous last words of a parents' sanity… "I'm bored!" With summer quickly approaching, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret have some tips on how to get the jump start on keeping your kids active and happy!
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Quick Trips 10: Fooled You!
Need some tips to pull off the perfect April Fools joke on your kids? We've got you covered! Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret give you some easy and fun ideas to help "get them good" in this silly Quick Trip!
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The Parent Trip: Tragedy & Children
You never want to talk about it, but, now days you have to. Tragedy effects so many aspects of childrens lives... but when it happens at school, its a whole new discussion. How do you talk to your child about it? What is being done to prevent it? What can you do to help the authorities? Carol…
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New Dad Files: Episode 3
The big day is almost here! Can Michael prepare for baby Willard just like he did in high school? Wait... what do you mean he made D's and fell asleep? What's he in store for? He's learning massage, eating snacks, watching "the video" and cramming all he can for the final exam!
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Quick Trips 9: Holiday Traditions
'Tis the season for holiday traditions and podcasts! Here's a Quick Trip just for you and yours to enjoy this festive season... see you in 2013!
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Quick Trips 8: Thanks!
Just a Quick Trip to say "Thanks" to our listeners -- and give you some super fun Thanksgiving traditions you can start of your own! Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret are thankful for you!
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The Parent Trip 12: Single Parenting
We all know that parenting is pretty much the hardest job out there. Now, imagine doing it by yourself. This month on The Parent Trip, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret sit down with Chris, a Dad who has been there and done that when it comes to single parenting. Dad to both a girl and boy, he has...
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New Dad Files: Episode 2
Our dad-to-be, Michael, discusses his "Daddy-Do List". All of which need to be handled before the DUE date.
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The Parent Trip: Politics and Parenting
Its election time here in the US. Opinions are flying, mudslinging on the TV, and talk of it even happens on the playground. What's a parent to do? Since there's no real escaping the election buzz - what's the best way to handle it? Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret ask the tough questions that most...
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New Dad Files: Episode 1
From late night cravings to 4 am feedings – Dads share in this crazy trip too! There's a new segment on The Parent Trip, as we welcome a new member to our team this week with the "Dad Files". Listen in and follow along as new dad Michael prepares for the babys arrival while juggling his his own...
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The Parent Trip: Just Keep Swimming
Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret both love the water... and want their kids to as well! But, how do you overcome the fear of water in the face? What about explaining how to float? Is doggy-paddling okay? Since we want some water-lovin' babies - we brought in the expert to help us out. Everyone should...
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The Parent Trip: School's Cool
Its that time of year again -- back to school! Its not just about shopping and new teachers - there's lots to get ready for! Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret have some tips for you and your kids about getting back in the swing of things to help with the transitions you may face. You and your kids…
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Quick Trips 7: Kid Chores
The word “chores” may strike fear in to the heart of any kid – but no worries parents! Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret of The Parent Trip, have a “Quick Trip” for you to help ease your child into the proper chores for his or her age. Show them chores are more than busy work – they are actually...
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The Parent Trip: Holy Parenting!
You can call it organic, you can say its too hard to do – but this show is about getting down to the nitty gritty of holistic living and how it can effect and aide your parenting. Turns out, its not really hard to adapt to… in fact, your grandparents were probably living this way in their…
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Quick Trips 6: Go Green
You may think hippy or dirty. Maybe old or broken? But “reduce, reuse and recycle” have become everyday language in our kids lives. Actually, “going green” can mean a lot of things… and today we share some quick ideas on how you can guide your kids to a greener lifestyle! Plus, this serves as a...
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Quick Trip 5: Quick Food
Your hosts Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret take a Quick Trip by talking about making mealtime easier for your busy, on-the-go lifestyle. Join in as we generate ideas to make feeding the family a little less hectic. Less time for planning means more time for enjoying your little ones! With tips about...
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The Parent Trip: Bullies and Bees
What causes sibling rivalry? Is it good clean fun or something to worry about? What about bullying? Is it the “social media craze” or has nothing changed since the beginning of time? Man, there is so much going on in this episode. Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret welcome Jackie and Mike as we talk...
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Quick Trip 4: Summertime
Summer is fast approaching and your hosts Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne are ahead of the game. We’ve got a few suggestions for keeping summer time as organized, relaxed and easy going as possible for you and your children. From sunscreen applications to setting a schedule and making sure chores...
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Quick Trip 3: TV Time
Your hosts Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret take a Quick Trip discussing the technology parents have a love-hate relationship with: television. Join us as we share our tips with how to minimize kids exposure to TV. Some are as easy as unplugging and getting outside. This Quick Trip is appropriate for...
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Quick Trip 2: Birthday Parties
Your hosts Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret take a Quick Trip by talking about ways to make birthday parties both fun, cost and time efficient. Listen in as we generate awesome ideas like taking a trip to the movies and visiting the local fire department. With tips on how to manage your day from the...
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Quick Trips: Making and Saving Money
Hosts of The Parent Trip, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret bring you the first “Quick Trip” by talking about ways to both make and save money for children of all ages. With a three piggy bank system and other quick, simple tips, your hosts help make parenting money-savvy kids just a little bit easier.
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Parent Trip 5: Motivational Parenting
This month on The Parent Trip, two special guests join Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret during a Valentine’s Edition of your favorite parenting podcast. Happily married to your hosts, Wes and Jeff join the discussion as they talk about how these marriages got their start and how they’ve developed…
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Parent Trip 4: Tech Smart Parenting
Dads take over The Parent Trip in this episode as hosts Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne welcome tech-savvy fathers on the air to discuss raising kids in the era of technology. Lin Ward, a security administrator and father of one, and Matt Anderson, a systems architect and father of seven, converse...
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Parent Trip 3: Winter Weather Ideas!
Ideas galore! Looking for something to do with your kids as the weather turns cold? The Parent Trip has you covered... tune in and hear some of these amazing ideas! Also, we finally learn what a "tween" is and re-live our college days with a Parent Trip tribute to the Solo cup. Join us on this...
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Parent Trip 2: Healthy and Happy Eating
The holiday season is here! So that means... lots of yummy food! But how do we keep our kids from only visiting the dessert table? Does it really work to sneak their veggies in other dishes? The Parent Trip welcomes Michelle Rimer, Director of The Solmaz Institute, on this journey to learning…
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Parent Trip 1: Bon Voyage Parents
In this, the newest show on The MESH, Carol Anne and Mary-Margaret admit they need help! Raising kids is tough and they've just started. So, The Parent Trip hopes to search for the answers and guidance on raising todays kids. We used to play outside until the street lights came on and our parents...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Parenting sure is one crazy trip… and while this journey is never ending, everyone is looking for some help along the way. Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne are by no means experts. In fact, they are the opposite. Mothers of young children trying to get some advice on what is to come and guidance on raising a child in today's world. Join the discussion of fears, excitement, humor and confusion… they're just learning as they go.
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The MESH
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Parenting sure is one crazy trip… and while this journey is never ending, everyone is looking for some help along the way. Mary-Margaret and Carol Anne are by no means experts. In fact, they are the opposite. Mothers of young children trying to get some advice on what is to come and guidance on...
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