This holiday edition offers practical tips for parents to navigate the festive season. We explore managing kids' expectations with gifts, balancing joy with practicality, and engaging them in meaningful holiday activities.

Plus, a special segment for kids and a thoughtful reflection on the essence of Christmas.

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This segment takes a different perspective, which is all about what happens to friendships when one friend has a baby and the other does not.

Our guests, Olanike and Adepeju, chatted about how they felt when their friends became parents, how hanging out with them changed, and how they kept their friendships strong even when things changed.

They focused on understanding and supporting each other through these changes. It is about how friendships grow and change when significant life events, like becoming a parent, happen.

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The segment is about you and your partner. It gets into how you guys might start talking more about baby stuff than anything else and how to keep your relationship strong, not just as parents but as a couple too.

The episode gives some real talk on sharing the load of looking after the kids and the house, making sure both of you get a break, and finding little ways to keep the spark alive in your relationship, even when you’re super tired.

So, grab a cup of tea, and let's talk about the joy of parenthood.

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This segment discusses the diverse roles and expectations of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives in the life of a new parent and their child. The script addresses the challenges of managing different parenting ideas, setting boundaries, and balancing family expectations with personal parenting styles.

It also highlights the positive aspects, like the support and love extended family can offer, and the importance of clear communication and flexibility in maintaining healthy family relationships.

The segment provides practical tips for involving family members in child-rearing while prioritizing the immediate family's needs, emphasizing the value of a supportive family network in the parenting experience.

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This segment talks about how becoming a parent changes your family circle. It looks at the difficulties parents face in keeping up with their old friends, especially when conversations now mostly revolve around kids. The episode also highlights the good stuff, like making new friends who are also parents and understand what you're going through.

We shared advice on how to stay in touch with your old buddies while embracing new ones, making sure your kids fit into your social life, and being honest about how much free time you actually have. It's all about finding the right balance and enjoying the new ways your friendships grow after you become a parent.

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This segment introduces this episode and let's us know that this episode would be split into daily segments to make it easier for parents to listen.

The episode discusses how becoming a parent changes your social life, especially in terms of keeping up with friends and balancing old and new relationships.

Throughout the week, it covers topics like keeping in touch with friends, dealing with family, and maintaining a strong relationship with your partner.

So, grab a cup of tea, and let's talk about the joy of parenthood.

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Balancing Personal Goals with Parenting Roles - Part 2

In this episode, we looked into the practical aspects of balancing personal goals with the responsibilities of parenting. Join us as we explore effective strategies, tips, and life hacks that can help you integrate your personal aspirations seamlessly into your family life.

We shared a reflective exercise designed to help you align your personal goals with your parenting journey. This practical activity is perfect for busy parents looking to make the most of their day-to-day lives.

Whether you're listening while doing chores, commuting, or taking a well-deserved break, this episode is crafted to support and inspire you to find that essential balance. If you've enjoyed our series so far, please share this podcast on your socials or with friends. Your journey as a parent includes your personal growth and happiness, and we're here to guide you every step of the way.

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Balancing Personal Goals with Parenting Roles - Part 1

This episode dives deep into the heart of every parent's dilemma: How to pursue personal dreams while fully embracing the role of a parent.

We looked into:

1. Juggling Dreams and Parenting: Talking about how tough it can be to follow your own dreams while being a good parent.
2. Dealing with Guilt and Mindset: Looking at how feeling guilty and changing how you see yourself can make it hard to chase your dreams.
3. Handling Pressure and Work Challenges: Tackling problems like what people think a parent should be like and inflexible jobs that make it hard for parents to do their own thing.
4. Avoiding Too Much Emotional Reliance on Kids: Explaining why depending too much on your kids for your happiness isn't good.
5. Thinking and Taking Action: Encouraging parents to think about their goals and start taking small steps towards them.

Whether you're a new parent feeling overwhelmed or a seasoned one looking for balance, this episode is your companion. It's an intimate, relatable conversation that promises to challenge ideologies, address fears, and inspire you to pursue your personal goals without losing sight of your parenting.

So, grab a cup of tea, and let's talk about the joy of parenthood.

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