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'I always wanted kids - but then again, I always wanted a loft conversion. Both are pretty easy to put off, as they're very expensive and tend to wreck your house.' Stand-up comedian Sam Avery (aka the Learner Parent) started his award-winning blog when his twin boys were born. A million nappies and Peppa Pig episodes and a lot less sleep later, he shares all the lows, highs and hilarious in-betweens of his experiences of first-time parenthood in this, his highly anticipated first book.

International authors and parents Jim and Lisa Valavanis share their inspirational story of what they went through and how they coped and survived when a family crisis struck down their son Sam. Sam was diagnosed with retinoblastoma at just 12 weeks of age and his parents thought his life was over before it had even begun. They didn't know what it meant to him for now, let alone in the future. How would he, and they as a family, get through this ordeal, and what kind of life would he have?

Welcome to the After Life Podcast with Samina Bari, where we talk about how to support someone who has recently lost their spouse. This podcast is a place for real talk, real stories, and real advice based on first-hand experiences from the people who supported me — through their own shock and mine — when I suddenly lost my husband in 2023. The loss of a spouse is the single-most, devastating occurrence in a person's life, and it's a reality none of us wants to confront — until it happens to us. Supporting someone who has lost their spouse often means confronting your own discomfort with...

Hi, I’m Sami Collins-mom of two, Tucker/ATL resident, and your podcast host. I’m always on the hunt for fun kids’ activities, local things to do, and creative ways to survive (and enjoy) motherhood. I love connecting with other moms and having real, honest conversations about parenting—the good, the messy, and the “is this normal?” moments.When I’m not behind the mic, you’ll probably find me crafting, dancing around the house, or outside enjoying a nice day.This podcast is all about community, laughter, and reminding moms they’re never doing this alone.Weekly Episodes drop ...

This book is considered to be the best account of the Civil War ever written from the Confederate point of view. It is also the one most frequently cited by historians of the Western campaigns. Sam Watkins, a high private in the Army of Tennessee, brings a vividness and detail to his story unmatched in the genre.

Each of us is living a story-the story of our life. For Sam Collier, his story started with rejection, because when he and his twin sister were born, their biological mother gave them up for adoption. Though Sam loved his adoptive family, life sometimes felt like a puzzle missing crucial pieces. But it was also the way God would reach into Sam's life and show him that he didn't have to write his own story-because it was really God who was telling his story through Sam.

"becoming babyREADY" is a Queer-centred podcast exploring the journeys of 2SLGBTQIA+ family creation. Through conversations with Queer parents and professionals, we dive into what it takes to build intentional families — from legal and financial prep to emotional support and hands-on care. Rooted in Canada and reaching around the world, these stories offer insight, inspiration, and community for anyone growing their family with pride.

Most people think marriage begins with finding someone. But if we’re honest, it really begins long before that—with the quiet work you do on yourself.And let’s be clear: we’re not talking about “becoming perfect” or turning into some polished version of yourself for someone else. No, this is about laying the emotional and spiritual foundation that a meaningful relationship can stand on. Because you can meet someone wonderful… and still mess it up if you’re not ready. And the reverse? Even an imperfect partnership can thrive if two prepared people walk into it with intention.At...

For Dan and Sam Mathews, popular Instagram and TikTok personalities, stepping outside their comfort zone has been one of the best, most fulfilling decisions they ever made–because chasing adventure has led to incredible opportunities that they never dreamed of. Each experience (whether fishing with grizzly bears, competing on—and winning—a reality show, flipping RVs, and more!) may not have worked out exactly as planned—but every single one has led to unforgettable moments and has drawn them closer to each other and to God.

"becoming babyREADY" is a Queer-centred podcast exploring the journeys of 2SLGBTQIA+ family creation. Through conversations with Queer parents and professionals, we dive into what it takes to build intentional families — from legal and financial prep to emotional support and hands-on care. Rooted in Canada and reaching around the world, these stories offer insight, inspiration, and community for anyone growing their family with pride.

Motherhood isn’t quiet, but the world always told us to be. Welcome to The Silent Mother Project with Sam Richardson, a storytelling podcast for the moms who’ve carried entire worlds on their backs and were still told to “be grateful” and “stay strong.” Sam became a mom at 18, lost her first daughter to congenital heart disease, survived trauma she never asked for, and built a life rooted in healing, advocacy, and speaking out loudly.This is her diary in podcast form: honest, messy, funny, painful, and empowering. Here we talk identity after motherhood, raising kids with trauma, ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Bird by Bird, Hallelujah Anyway, and Almost Everything “If there is a doyenne of the parenting memoir, it would be Anne Lamott.”—Time In Some Assembly Required, Anne Lamott enters a new and unexpected chapter in her own life: grandmotherhood...

Hope, Help & Humor for Families w/ Special needsIf you have a family member with special needs, you know that it can be scary and you will have a lot of questions. There are times where you feel very alone. Sam Kelly walked through it and is walking through it with some of the best teachers, counselors, therapists, and friends, and this podcast series is a gift to help you do the same. The goal is to move from something that is scary and foreign into something that we are allowed to be curious about and that we can study and we can delight in. God made us all with special needs, and when you ...

What’s Her Story with Sam & Amy is a podcast for women from two renowned entrepreneurs, Samantha Ettus and Amy Nelson. Each episode features a woman at the top of her field from Abby Wambach to Gloria Steinem and Glennon Doyle.

What would my mother say? How would she want me to handle this situation? How can I make this tough decision and stay true to myself? What would my mother say? Sam Haskell still asks himself these questions every day. When Haskell was young, his devoted mother, Mary, instilled in her son the...

Mommy is Thriving is a podcast for working moms juggling all the things, trying to stay sane, present, and productive in a world that doesn’t pause for burnout, grief, or self-doubt. Each episode feels like a real conversation at the kitchen counter, diving into executive functioning, time management, messy motherhood, and how to keep going when you’re stretched thin, because you’re not alone, and thriving doesn’t have to mean doing it all.

Leave No Doubt Fatherhood is one of the fastest-growing podcasts in the fatherhood and male development space, hosted by Cole James and Sam Trapkin—two North Idaho dads redefining what it means to be a well-rounded father in 2026. The podcast was born from a simple but powerful question: If I died today, would I be happy with the example I set for my family? Frustrated by pop culture and social media's portrayal of modern fatherhood, Cole and Sam created a modern alternative that explores the full spectrum of what it takes to show up as a complete man and father. Cole James is the CEO of ...

Sam Margulies describes how to fix a toxic divorce and how to bring the parties back together to manage their divorce, especially when children are involved. Fixing a Bad Divorce is a magnificent accomplishment and could save your family months of grief and suffering.

Folks on Film is a chat show about parenting and movies.Every episode, Sam and another dad watch a movie with a dad in it. Then, they come together and use the film's depiction of fatherhood as a way to talk about their own dadding experiences and big-boy feelings.This show is produced for 94.9 MainFM on Djarra country, Castlemaine, Victoria. In the future, the show will include mums. This podcast is playing catch-up to the radio broadcasts, and mums come into it at after about 20 episodes.Be excellent to each other.*Please note, our show cover artwork was generated with AI. It feels wrong, ...

Author and SURE Parenting coach, Sami Bell, discusses the issues that make parents question themselves or their kids and finds creative solutions that meet the needs of each unique parent and child effectively stopping childhood trauma from continuing to be passed down.