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Why we are all so BURNT OUT...

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - April 24, 2024 11:19 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Most moms can agree (especially elder millennials) that we are absolutely overwhelmed, over stressed, and over worked in so many ways. Did you know the Word Health Organization calls the term burnout an "occupational phenomenon?" The Anchormoms discuss the definition and WHY even succes...

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Celebrating surge in women's sports and using AI to parent

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - April 17, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
After the recent explosion of fans enjoying women's sports, what's next? We discuss why this movement is so fun (and important) for our daughters and how to keep the momentum going. Plus, a dad is going viral over a controversial statement about kids' travel sports. Should your child's...

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Separate waiting rooms for women experiencing loss and annoying dog parents

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - April 10, 2024 04:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
One woman calls for separate waiting rooms for women experiencing pregnancy loss. Why she says the process can be so triggering. Plus, dog parents beware. A list of the most annoying habits dog owners have and why a lot of us are probably doing them. And a boyfriend is mad his live-in...

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Gym dress codes and online parenting courses

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - April 03, 2024 04:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Gym dress codes fire up one writer who says, most of the time, the rules target women. The surprising crack down at some facilities across the nation. How much would you pay for parenting advice? The answer for some moms...is quite a bit. The AnchorMOMS talk the rising popularity of on...

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Homemade goldfish cracker controversy and too tired for friendships

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - March 27, 2024 11:40 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
The AnchorMOMS get a refresh! Different logo, different graphics...same Katie and Karen. Plus, one content creator makes her own goldfish snack and the internet goes wild. Why some moms say this is taking it just a bit too far. And are moms too tired to forge new friendships and to ke...

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The crazy millennial dream salary and unlimited screentime

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - March 20, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
The outrageous salary some millennials say they need to be happy. An expert is breaking down the number and says, not so fast. And what about the folks who make hating kids part of their persona? Why one tik-toker--- who isn't a parent--- is fighting back. Lastly, what's the right amo...

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24-hour daycares and Ozempic food wars

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - March 13, 2024 04:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
A 24-hour daycare inspires both praise and criticism on social media. Why some argue the facility has broader implications for society.   And Ozempic spells big trouble for the food industry and your favorite junk food.   Plus, do Europeans do it better? One writer says she's taking a...

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Nudity at home and toddler/teen similarities

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - March 06, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Our favorite Anchordad joins in this week! Charles Perez is Katie's co-anchor at WLOS and has a 13-year-old daughter. We talk about the sometimes scary similarities between 3-year-olds and 13-year-olds. How to deal with tantrums and independent outbursts for both age groups. Plus, do y...

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New generation worried about aging and a makeup buying ban

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - February 28, 2024 05:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
If you're starting to find grey hairs and wrinkles, and are over the age of 40, you're probably a bit worried about the aging process. But now, there's anxiety among those in their 20s that they are starting to look and feel old. Why Gen Zers are panicking early and why their own habits...

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Tweens shopping Sephora and entertaining toddlers

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - February 21, 2024 05:30 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Tweens are shopping Sephora like millennials used to cruise the mall.   One writer wonders why she's forced to entertain her friends' toddlers. The advice for avoiding the awkward hangouts.   And parenting in the United States can literally feel impossible. Why we should stop cheerlea...

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Kids who wear shorts in winter and remote work for the win

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - February 14, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
It's the dead of winter but your kid is happy to wear shorts with no coat. What's a mom to do?   Plus, why remote work is changing the game for moms across the country.   And a viral hack that's helping people be less disappointed in their friends and loved ones. Who could benefit and...

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Taylor Swift takes over the world and 'Little Treat Culture' trends

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - February 07, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Taylor Swift is taking over the world, including the NFL. Why some are upset but others say the singer is creating a bonding moment with their daughters. Plus, the controversy over a company that makes baby clothes denying an employee's request to work at home while here baby is in the...

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Is the Stanley worth it? And do you need a baby coach?

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - January 31, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
To Stanley or not to Stanley? Is this hot beverage cup for moms or just a status symbol for teens and 20 somethings? The AnchorMOMS investigate and weigh the pros and cons.   And some parents are up in arms about one mom allowing her kid to draw on the floor. Why she says it's healing ...

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Spying on the nanny and pulling kids out of school for vacation

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - January 24, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
The Nanny Wars are heating up in portions of the country. How social media is playing a big part and the shocking lengths some parents are going to in order to spy on their caregivers. Olympic gymnast Simone Biles' husband claims he's "the catch" and that he didn't know who she was pri...

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Having kids makes you live longer and 5 spot-on truths about parentings

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - January 17, 2024 15:44 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
A new study shows parents live longer than people without kids. But, there's a big caveat here. There's a magic number of kids that increases longevity, and it might not be what you think.  A parenting editor shares five (spot-on) truths about having kids.  Plus, three helpful phrases...

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2024 baby naming trends and when boomers trigger stranger danger

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - January 10, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Baby name trends for 2024 coming in hot. The head scratchers and the ones you might want to save.  And a PSA for boomers "forcing" kids into conversation. Why some say it's a no, but others say it's not that black and white.  Plus, a peak at popular New Year resolutions for parents an...

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Surviving gentle parenting, benign neglect, and your childhood room

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - January 03, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
We've all heard about gentle parenting, but what we don't often discuss is how hard it is on the parents. Why it's tough to maintain and what to do about it.  Plus, actress Jennifer Garner is dishing out some controversial parenting advice. Instead of being involved in every minute of ...

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News for Millennials and Gen Z and grandparents too busy for caretaking

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - December 27, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
A TikTok new anchor meeting Gen Z and millennials where they are (in their car, apparently).  One mom writes marriage is too short to argue over trash bags.  And many grandparents are too busy to take care of their grandkids and millennials are wondering what gives. MUMS the word: Cl...

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The pregnancy announcement that is no announcement and straight-faced kid profanities

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - December 20, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
From the newsroom to the nursery, follow two television news personalities as they juggle a demanding career with the demands of motherhood. Katie (news anchor) and Karen (investigative reporter) have shared pregnancies and pumping breaks and are now sharing the struggles and successes of...

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Holiday clutter, a 2-year-old's mind tricks and 6 different types of kids

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - December 13, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
A busy, working mom wonders why her 2-year-old is being less than nice. The Internet weighs in.  And ditching the extravagant holiday gifts for more meaningful experiences is worth it. What one writer plans this year.  Plus, the eerily accurate six different types of kids. Your kids p...

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Parenting clichés, social media advice and Santa doubters

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - December 06, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Ah, those parenting clichés. You know them and... probably hate them. We're breaking down the most annoying ones and the best arguments for ending these stereotypes once and for all.  And social media plays a big part for parents looking for advice. Where to draw the line when it comes...

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Your child is NOT your resume

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - November 29, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
A SAHM is frustrated that her husband spends an hour in the bathroom the minute he gets home from work instead of helping with the kids. While online readers are split about whether her complaint is validated, the Anchormoms are clearly supporting the mom on this one.  And why you can'...

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Thanksgiving, teaching kids to be happy, and exercise at 40

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - November 22, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
With Thanksgiving nearly here, we discuss how to share the real story behind the holiday with your kids, even if it means we all have a little learning and explaining to do.  Plus, one thing we might be forgetting to teach our kids that makes a BIG difference.  And exercise at 40? Wel...

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Common sense convos for meltdowns & a restaurant charge for bad parenting

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - November 15, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Some good, common sense advice when your kid is having a meltdown. It's so good, you'll want to use it even on the grown-ups in your life.   One southern restaurant charging a hefty fee for bad parenting. What qualifies (and it's questionable) for the additional fee?   Plus, one of th...

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A jean update from Karen, the universal uniform of school drop off & millennials are now old

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - November 08, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Karen gives a long-awaited jeans update... Is she still rocking skinny jeans or did her shopping trip prove successful?   And, speaking of jeans, the universal uniform of moms at school drop-off proves most TikTok really is out of touch.   Plus, millennials somehow grew up and got old...

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Cave-ins, mom group-chats and formerly taboo teen grooming

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - November 01, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
If you're a parent, this one will come as zero surprise: parents have more "cave-ins" than "wins" a year. But, what those "cave-ins" include, might be surprising.   One mom wants to put a pause on those mom group texts. Why she says she can't.   And another TikTok mom says she's on a ...

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185 - AnchorMOMS: Too old to Trick or Treat and avoiding the mistakes of our parents

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - October 25, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
How old is too old to Trick or Treat? Some municipalities are policing Halloween fun.   Plus, as a parent, it's easy to make the same mistakes as our own parents. Some surprising advice on triggers that will have many moms taking a deep breath.   And work done at parents' place of emp...

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184 - Pet parenting, making your kids happier & judgy influencers

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - October 18, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Pet parenting is on the rise across the globe. The lengths folks will go to when making sure their furry friends are well taken care of.   And how to make your kid happier and well-adjusted? The answer is counterintuitive and so simple you'll wonder why you didn't think of it sooner.  ...

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183 - Why kids need mental health days too

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - October 11, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Is your kid exhausted after a long day of school plus extracurricular activities? One mom says she lets her child pick a day each month to skip school and relax. Good idea? Or will this get you in trouble?  Plus, how to teach your kids to deal with stress in the right way. How modeling...

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Episode 182 - Fall activity schedule driving moms bonkers & lowering parenting standards

AnchorMoms: The Podcast - October 04, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 79 ratings
Fall is in full swing and so is the activity schedule. No real advice here, just solidarity for those other working moms burning the candle on both ends. It's gonna be worth it, right?   Plus, the average times a year moms feel like bad mothers. Spoiler alert: it's a lot. The one big r...

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