Episodes

  • Feeling In-Between
    Feb 18 2026

    Do you ever feel like you belong everywhere… and nowhere at the same time?

    In this week’s episode, we unpack the emotional tug-of-war that can happen after a move abroad. The nostalgia. The overstimulation. The strange realization that life back home has moved on, while your new life still feels unfamiliar. We explore why this “in-between” season can feel noisy and unsettling, especially for parents who are holding both their own transition and their family’s. We talk about identity shifts, cultural integration, and the quiet ways belonging builds over time, often in small, unexpected moments. This episode is about understanding that feeling unsettled doesn’t mean you don’t belong. It means you’re expanding. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why feeling “in-between” is a normal part of identity reintegration How nostalgia and growth can coexist at the same time Why everyday routines act as anchors in a new country Why sharing your day-to-day experience matters—even if no one asks

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    31 mins
  • HELP! Where Are All My Friends With Kids?
    Feb 4 2026

    In this week's episode, we talk about the isolating part of moving abroad that no one really warns you about: not just missing your people, but missing the ease that comes from having a village. We unpack the difference between having “resources” and actually feeling connected, why everything feels harder when every answer requires research (and translation), and how parenting can feel heavier when you don’t have other families around to share the load.

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    29 mins
  • Finding Safety in Newness
    Jan 21 2026

    In this week's episode, we explore what it really takes to feel safe when everything is unfamiliar. We talk about why new environments can trigger big emotions, how our brains are wired to stay on high alert during change, and why parents often carry both their own stress and their child’s at the same time. Through real-life expat moments, we break down how structure, predictability, connection, and play help both kids and adults settle into new routines.

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    29 mins
  • Anti New Year's Resolution
    Jan 7 2026

    In this week's episode, we question the pressure to “start fresh” on January 1st and explore why traditional resolutions often leave parents feeling more overwhelmed, not more motivated. We talk about the emotional crash after the holidays, why the new year isn’t actually a clean slate, and how adding more goals to an already full life, can miss the mark.

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    25 mins
  • Dear Grandma...
    Dec 24 2025

    In this week's episode, we talk about what it’s like to miss familiar traditions, feel caught off guard by holiday sadness, and trying to recreate something that no longer fits the same way. We unpack why traditions, routines, and activities don’t have to look the same to still feel meaningful and grounding. This episode is about holding onto what matters most, staying curious about what’s new, and giving yourself permission to create holidays that feel good now.

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    23 mins
  • Managing Holiday Overstimulation
    Dec 10 2025

    Holiday magic is real but so is the “why did we agree to this?” In this week's episode, we talk about why the holiday season often pushes families past their limits, especially when you're navigating traditions, expectations, and sensory-sensitive kids in a new country. We unpack how overstimulation builds, why parents end up carrying more than they realize, and how simple, honest conversations can transform the way your family moves through the holidays.

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    23 mins
  • Sensory Overload
    Nov 26 2025

    You’ve seen the term all over the internet but what exactly is sensory, and why does it matter for you and your kids? In this week's episode, we break down the term behind so many parenting conversations and show you what’s actually happening in your brain when everything feels like “too much.” By the end, you’ll start to understand the science behind the overwhelm and how to spot it long before you hit your limit.

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    31 mins
  • Relationship Role Recalibration
    Nov 12 2025

    In this week's episode, we dive into how roles within a partnership naturally shift when you relocate to a new country. The familiar routines that once ran smoothly, suddenly need renegotiation. We unpack how relocating can blur long-standing roles and create silent stress if those shifts aren’t talked about. We explore why it’s normal for one partner to feel overloaded and how small, intentional check-ins can prevent resentment and restore balance.

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    28 mins