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Nap Time Chats

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings

Chris and Lilly take time during baby Hannah's naps to discuss whatever they have time for.

Follow us on Twitter/Instagram @naptimechats

Cover art by Kevin Neilsen and Matt Merenda
Music by Chris and Curtis

Parenting Kids & Family
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Episodes

We Should All Eat More Chicken Soup With Rice and Other Stories

July 08, 2023 14:56 - 22 minutes - 18.3 MB

We have a pod first for this episode: a real life author! Isabel Galupo joins us to chat about her book, Maiden and Princess, and more. We also discuss Hannah's favorite books and some of past time favorites.

Coconut Pie, Benihana, and other Traditions

June 27, 2023 02:52 - 21 minutes - 24.7 MB

Back in the winter, Lilly interviewed two people at her school about, you guessed it, traditions! Simone was on the cusp of entering motherhood, and Leneta was on the cusp of retirement. What traditions do you do, leave us a message! No one has ever emailed us... Also, this might get taken down because we infringed on many copyright laws.

Have a Baby, Take a Baby? + 'Tis the Season

October 17, 2022 01:27 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MB

Today we have three segments. First we discuss the best and worst places to bring a baby. Spoiler, we don't recommend Discount Tire and we do recommend restaurants. Second we touch base on where we're at in the 1001 albums to listen to project. And we round out the episode discussing  all things Fall and pumpkin spice. 

One Year Old and Doin' Silly Stuff

August 30, 2022 03:04 - 14 minutes - 16.1 MB

What do keys, a guitar tuner and suntan lotion have in common? No idea, but Hannah loves them all. Listen to today's episode to hear some funny moments from the last few weeks since Hannah's birthday. We transitioned back to school and are super tired, and we're glad we can laugh through it. 

What's In A Name?

August 11, 2022 04:05 - 34 minutes - 39 MB

Hello! Today's show is in three parts. First, we tell the story of how Hannah got her name, and what she would have been had she been a boy. In part two (around 7:15 min in) Lilly sits down with friend of the pod, Melissa, to hear how she named her son. Part three (about 23:30 min in) includes three voice memos from Hannah, Anya and Molly on naming their children.  Do you have an interesting way that you chose your last name? We wanna hear! 

"Partners," Pizza, and Podding, with Gram and Jaj

June 28, 2022 04:23 - 31 minutes - 36.1 MB

Today we do a brief catch up about the start to our summer with an exploring Bear. Then Chris made his own "partners" episode with Carole and Dan, inspired by the podcast Partners.  The bulk of the episode is an interview with Carole and Dan that Chris recorded over dinner on the second to last day of their stint watching Hannah Bear. We're really grateful to Carole, Dan and Ruth for their help watching Hannah in the first year of her life! 

Learning to Cook Through Osmosis with Nicole

June 13, 2022 03:30 - 18 minutes - 21 MB

Today we chat with Nicole about her food blog, learning to cook from her dad, and all things ice cream. We also call in her parents, Mike and Carol, for a rapid fire and very serious conversation about fries, condiments, and recipes. Also we do a quick checkin about Bear's vampire garlic tendencies, tooth, and eczema.  Check out Nicole's blog at: https://nicstancooks.food.blog/ Check out the Green Goo eczema product at: https://greengoo.com/products/baby-balm  

An Incredible Interview with Dance Teacher and Superstar Julie

June 03, 2022 03:34 - 37 minutes - 42.3 MB

Lilly sits down with her co-worker, Julie, who shares some amazing stories about her experience growing up as an adopted child. Check out our previous episode — the Grandparent Chronicles: Part I — for some additional content on this topic. 

Memorial Day Weekend Movie Recap

May 30, 2022 22:14 - 15 minutes - 17.3 MB

A quick recap of our trip to the movies! We saw "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once" — which was originally suggested by FOTP and our LA Movie Correspondent Alex (who is currently sailing the 7 seas)- highly recommend! Also what is new with Hannah, a tooth, poops and more!

Spoiler: We Have Covid

May 07, 2022 22:32 - 17 minutes - 19.7 MB

Well, it's been quiteeee a week... in this episode Chris and Lilly talk through some of the highs and lows of a week with covid-19. 

A What the Heck Check In plus Parenting Hacks with Mandy

May 06, 2022 15:18 - 36 minutes - 41.3 MB

Lilly and Chris check in on a very fateful Saturday evening in April, then Lilly plays a parenting hack game with good friend Mandy.

Hannah Updates and Birthday Book Reveal

April 23, 2022 21:07 - 23 minutes - 26.6 MB

Wow, it's been a minute. Chris and Lilly are back and ready to read Hannah's astrological birthday book page for the first time...live... Tune in to hear what baby Hannah's latest tricks are, and also to read about her personality type. Spoiler alert: it's not what we expected. Or is it?

Grandparent Chronicles Part III: Grandma Ruth

February 23, 2022 04:45 - 32 minutes - 36.9 MB

We're baaaack! Today on the show, we have a special guest — Hannah's Grandma Ruth — who talks to Lilly about staying home with three kids, then the return back to work. Thanks for taking a listen!

"We're Both Back at Work" Check In

January 31, 2022 23:39 - 10 minutes - 12.4 MB

Lilly and Chris check in about some quick updates in Hannah's world, and how things have been going since they've both been back at work. Shout out to Grandma Ruth who has been watching Hannah these days. Also, major shout out to Inga's Alpine Tavern and their upcoming fundraiser for victim's of the Marshall Fire. Consider supporting this event!

“Get This Baby Out of Me” with Cass

January 18, 2022 13:37 - 22 minutes - 25.4 MB

Friend of the pod, Cass, goes down memory lane about her first labor experience. Plus, Lilly and Chris reflect on Hannah’s birth story and compare and contrast some of the details.

Dad Wins and Learning Opportunities and Classical Music Picks

January 12, 2022 15:24 - 19 minutes - 22.5 MB

Lilly and Chris play a game of Dad "wins and learning opportunities" related to Chris' first six days staying home with Hannah. Plus, some classical music picks. Royalty free music featured in this episode includes... "Beethoven's 5th" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbuC5WbodAs "Symphony No. 41 'Jupiter'" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0QpCU8StgY "The Marriage of Figaro" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZXdZwsx64I&list=PLh5X0e7-mnI0pvqN_x35LPJEzUcZ8zpLx   "Reformation" https://www.youtube....

Grandparent Chronicles Part II: An Interview with Dan about Retirement

January 03, 2022 18:19 - 23 minutes - 26.5 MB

Chris sits down with his dad, Dan, and talks to him about his upcoming retirement. Dan reflects on a remarkable forty year career and has got some ideas up his sleeve for retirement. Cheers!

Breech Babies and Pre-Birth Check In with Amy

December 31, 2021 18:38 - 26 minutes - 30.6 MB

Lilly shares her experience of finding out Hannah was breech during her pregnancy. Then special guest Amy joins to chat about her pregnancy and birth plans for baby Otto. Cheers — hope you have a happy new year!

Giggles, Goodnight Moon, and Rosalie Bud

December 29, 2021 19:02 - 18 minutes - 21.6 MB

We're back! After a long final couple weeks of school for Chris and some holiday traveling, Lilly and Chris check in about new developments in Hannah's world and share some stories. Plus, a game of Rose, Bud, and Thorn to wrap up 2021.

Grandparent Chronicles Part I: Chris' Mom Carole on Her Adoption Story

December 15, 2021 14:24 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MB

Chris sits down with his mom, Carole, and learns a bit more about her life through the lens of her adoption.

Lilly's New Best Friend, Robin, plus Friendship, Movies, and Weddings with Alex

December 11, 2021 14:38 - 22 minutes - 25.4 MB

Lilly and Chris check in about some recent WTH moments and then an interview with Alex about life with mom friends and some movie recommendations for the holidays. 

"When you get a good night of sleep, the world is your oyster. When you don't, the world is a terrible, broken oyster."

December 06, 2021 01:48 - 20 minutes - 23.2 MB

Lilly sits down for a very important interview with friend, Kate, about her experience with postpartum depression. Check out the following website for additional postpartum resources: https://www.postpartum.net/ and reach out if you have any questions or concerns! Thanks for listening!

Laundry Fails, Doorbell Fiascos, and Other Stories with Special Guest Molly

December 01, 2021 14:51 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MB

Chris and Lilly break down an interview with special guest Molly about the various "what the heck" moments she's encountered as a new parent. Plus, a vocabulary lesson and some tips on bedtime routines. 

Holiday Recap and "Aunt Life" with Leah

November 29, 2021 00:27 - 20 minutes - 23.6 MB

Chris and Lilly recap Hannah's first Thanksgiving, plus an interview with Hannah's Aunt Leah about her life as a new Auntie. 

Special Thanksgiving Episode with Bob and Dan

November 24, 2021 22:59 - 35 minutes - 40.6 MB

Lilly and Chris check in about Hannah, then Chris interviews Bob Reynolds about life as a grandfather. Later, Chris, Bob, and Dan Brudzynski reminisce about Detroit and Chicago sports memories in preparation for the Lions and Bears Thanksgiving game. This episode does contain many sports references. Happy Thanksgiving! 0-3:30 — Chris and Lilly Check In 3:30 — 25:30 — Chris and Bob Interview 25:30 - 34:00 — Dan calls in 

Impulse Buys and More WTH Moments

November 21, 2021 15:30 - 14 minutes - 16.4 MB

Lilly and Chris evaluate some of the impulse buys that they've made over the last few months, plus another round of WTH moments. Send in your "WTH" moments to our email [email protected]!

Smiles and an Interview with Brittany about Life with Twins

November 19, 2021 17:24 - 21 minutes - 24.4 MB

Lilly and Chris check in about some of the major things happening in Hannah's life, plus an interview with Lilly's co-worker, Brittany, about her life with twin babies. Send us any feedback, questions, or comments to [email protected]

Back to Work, WTH Moments, and a Special Guest

November 13, 2021 22:23 - 20 minutes - 23.1 MB

Lilly checks in with Chris about his life back at work, WTH moments in Lilly's life, and then a special interview about self-care with Aunt Leah

Do's and Don'ts for Traveling Across the Country with a Baby

November 09, 2021 01:30 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MB

Lilly and Chris discuss a recent trip they took with Hannah to Rhode Island!

What We've Been Doing in the Shadows

November 09, 2021 01:27 - 18 minutes - 21.1 MB

Lilly and Chris discuss the things that they've been doing to pass the time during Hannah's first weeks

Introducing Nap Time Chats!

October 31, 2021 22:53 - 23 minutes - 27.4 MB

This is our first episode! Thanks for listening! Hope you enjoy!