The Parent Hack
Episodes
19 episodes
Ep 19 - 5 Tips for Thriving Through the Holidays
The holidays are not meant to be survived, they are truly the most wonderful time of year! So how do you enjoy them to the fullest? Well here are 5 tips to make this holiday season the best one yet! Or at least the most organi...
18 How the news (and other things) are ruining your days before they begin
It is 24/7 with divisiveness, negativity, hate, and fear these days it seems. The news is fine for certain things but it can be consuming in many ways, it can also set the tone for your day. This is no different than anything we con...
Ep 17 - How to set boundaries with family so you can enjoy your holidays...
Do you find yourself rushing from house to house during the holidays? Maybe you have a hard time saying no to all those requests on your presence.. Is it possible that you over commit and find yourself running ragged throughout the ...
You cannot afford to not take care of yourself..
Everything we avoid is multiplied.. Our health, conflict, addiction - whatever we are putting off is quietly building up and must be faced eventually. We have to get control of these or they will control us at a future date. In this...
We get to be parents... How to turn it off when you are at home...
We all have trouble with that thin line, the one where work stops and family begins. In this episode Teresa and Cody explore that line and talk about ideas that could help us all manage expectations on both sides. One big takeaway f...
Ep 14 How to appreciate your spouse more..
Sometimes we take things for granted, especially our partners and all they do for us... We expect more and appreciate less. This week Teresa and Cody talk about what this does to our relationship, and how recognizing this leads to a...
Ep 13 Allow us to reintroduce ourself.. And our show!
It has been a minute but we are back and ready to roll, so we thought it appropriate to remind everyone who we are and what they can expect in the show going forward! We have honed our focus a bit and are extremely excited to get things r...
Are you jealous or are you joyful?
In life we have two choices, to celebrate others or to be envious. In this episode Teresa and Cody talk about why it is so important to root for everyone, and how this will come back to benefit you ten fold!
How to set better boundaries and take back your holidays!
This is a topic we know many struggle with, including ourselves! Everyone is vying for your attention and it is hard to say no; we often neglect quality time with our spouse and kids for the sake of others. While that is ok at times...
10 Tips to Make Your House Feel Like a Home
Our house can be a place of peace or a place of anxiety - pending what messes your kids made or didn't make this week. These are tips we have found and implemented to try and keep all the things in order while helping us better enjoy our ...
8 Budget Tips to Help You Live Your Dream Life
Ever wonder where your money goes at the end of the year? What if you could take a trip with the fam? What if you could pay off some debt early? These are all questions Teresa and Cody asked themselves at one point. They discuss how...
Baby is here... Now What??
In this episode Teresa and Cody talk about the changes you can expect after baby arrives. This phase of parenthood is an amazing period in an incredible journey; however, it is full of its own struggles. Teresa and Cody recount their expe...
Sleeping Babies, Confident and Rested Parents
In this episode Teresa and Cody talk with Holly Jefferd who is a child sleep and behavior coach. Her company is Tiny Sleepers Big Dreamers and she is on Instagram @tinysleepersbigdreamers - she is truly a god send to all parents. In...
When Party of 2 Becomes 3
In this episode Cody and Teresa look back on the time before welcoming their first child. They will share the lessons learned and advice that will no doubt help you feel more prepared if you are in this stage. They discuss strategies a...
Is Negativity Killing Your Vibe..
We all know the negative people or the gossipers, but do we actually realize where else negativity is showing up in our lives?? That answer is no! We also don’t realize the effect it is having on us everyday, especially that negative s...
Why Date Night is Underrated plus 6 Date Night Tips
Ever feel like you pass your partner or spouse in the hall and wonder “what if” - what if we dressed up, went to a nice dinner, and enjoyed each other's company. Then your toddler hits you in the shin with a plastic golf club and that ...
Making Your Dreams Become Your Reality
We are given wishes but we are also given the power to work for those wishes.. In this episode we share what we believe is one of the most underutilized tools in making your dreams become your reality. We will talk about how we have...
Morning Routine vs Hit the Snooze & Snuggle
It’s early, your kid wakes you up crying, now you have to feed them and yourself; not to mention get out of the house on time for drop off and work! The morning struggle is real - we get it! This used to be our struggle, no...
Who the heck are we? Dishes in Sink = Communication Revolution
In this episode we tell you who we are & why we are choosing to start a podcast. We will be digging into a topic we believe is at the center of every relationship - Communication! We will be talking about how leaving dishes in the sin...