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Hosts Mary and Blake discuss all there is to know about your child's sleep in this episode with extremely special guest, Alexis Dubief - owner and author of the blog: TroublesomeTots.com.  Ms. Dubief has over two million visits to her site per year and she is an expert on how to handle your child's sleep training.  In this episode you'll learn: why all babies need to be TAUGHT how to sleep, when to start sleep training, transitioning from one sleep space to another, the myths behind white noise, and which resources about your child's sleep can help you most.  You'll also hear about how one Yankee continues to ruin Blake's life, why Rhys is Spiderman, and why Mary makes Blake close out the show twice. Subscribe: iTunes | Download: (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.)  

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss those evil faux pas that nearly every parent commits on Facebook with special guest Julie, and return special guest Erik.  In this episode, you'll learn why Facebook just plain sucks, why contrary to your beliefs - you're kid's not getting into Harvard, why breastmilk is just as powerful as windex, and why no one, and I mean NO ONE, is going to like us after this episode.  Subscribe: iTunes | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes:

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss those evil faux pas that nearly every parent commits on Facebook with special guest Julie, and return special guest Erik.  In this episode, you'll learn why Facebook just plain sucks, why contrary to your beliefs - you're kid's not getting into Harvard, why breastmilk is just as powerful as windex, and why no one, and I mean NO ONE, is going to like us after this episode.  Subscribe: iTunes | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.)   Show Notes:

Part 2 of Mary & Blake's interview with lactation consultant Kathy Moren of Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.  In this part, you'll learn the differences between a lactation counselor and lactation consultant, when to start pumping, how Blake single-handedly kept Gatorade in business and why the cloth diaper debate rears it's ugly head again.  You'll also hear all the listener feedback from the past couple of weeks here too. Thank you for your patience regarding this episode!  We know it's a pain in the butt to listen to two separate episodes for the same topic.  We just wanted get all of the information out to you in a listenable fashion.  Subscribe: iTunes | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Kathy Moren Contact Info PARENT PICKS:  Mary:  Gummy Sticks from Zoli Blake: Diono Radian RXT Car Seat

Part 2 of Mary & Blake's interview with lactation consultant Kathy Moren of Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.  In this part, you'll learn the differences between a lactation counselor and lactation consultant, when to start pumping, how Blake single-handedly kept Gatorade in business and why the cloth diaper debate rears it's ugly head again.  You'll also hear all the listener feedback from the past couple of weeks here too. Thank you for your patience regarding this episode!  We know it's a pain in the butt to listen to two separate episodes for the same topic.  We just wanted get all of the information out to you in a listenable fashion.  Subscribe: iTunes | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.)   Kathy Moren Contact Info PARENT PICKS: Mary:  Gummy Sticks from Zoli Blake: Diono Radian RXT Car Seat

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss all there is to know about Breastfeeding with special guest - Kathy Moren, owner of Health Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.  There is actually so much great information from Kathy that we had to split this episode in two!  So, in part one, you'll learn why Blake regrets a certain line from the previous episode, why we need a resident feces expert, why your newborn's behavior WILL change when you get home and why that's totally normal, why breastfeeding is NOT supposed to hurt, the differences between "foremilk" and "hindmilk," and the many tips and tricks Kathy has to improve your breastfeeding experience. All of the listener feedback - including the questions from our listeners for Kathy - will be in the next episode, as well as our whines, wins, parent picks, and the close out.  Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes: All of Kathy Moren's contact info

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss all there is to know about Breastfeeding with special guest - Kathy Moren, owner of Health Babies, Happy Moms, Inc.  There is actually so much great information from Kathy that we had to split this episode in two!  So, in part one, you'll learn why Blake regrets a certain line from the previous episode, why we need a resident feces expert, why your newborn's behavior WILL change when you get home and why that's totally normal, why breastfeeding is NOT supposed to hurt, the differences between "foremilk" and "hindmilk," and the many tips and tricks Kathy has to improve your breastfeeding experience. All of the listener feedback - including the questions from our listeners for Kathy - will be in the next episode, as well as our whines, wins, parent picks, and the close out.  Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Mobile Play | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.)   Show Notes:   All of Kathy Moren's contact info    

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss how to plan financially for a baby with extremely special guests: Derek & Carrie Olsen of DerekandCarrie.com.  Derek & Carrie bring a lot of expert advice on how to have better conversations with your spouse about money, how planning a budget CAN be a fun activity, what apps and tips you can use to better plan your budget, and that money can be a force for GOOD in your marriage.  You'll also learn why Enya is not on Blake's playlist, how Dunkin' Donuts almost ruined Blake and Mary's marriage, why chocolate & butter hi-jacked this episode, and why Mary and Blake completely lose their composure (and perhaps any shred of professionalism) mid-recording.  Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes: PARENT PICKS:  Blake:  Listen to our new podcast, "The Living Reminders." A podcast dedicated to the show "The Leftovers" on HBO.  Click here to listen Mary:  LilleBaby Complete All Seasons Carrier.  We're having a giveaway on Mary's Blog for one!  So go check it out on Mary's Blog.

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss how to plan financially for a baby with extremely special guests: Derek & Carrie Olsen of DerekandCarrie.com.  Derek & Carrie bring a lot of expert advice on how to have better conversations with your spouse about money, how planning a budget CAN be a fun activity, what apps and tips you can use to better plan your budget, and that money can be a force for GOOD in your marriage.  You'll also learn why Enya is not on Blake's playlist, how Dunkin' Donuts almost ruined Blake and Mary's marriage, why chocolate & butter hi-jacked this episode, and why Mary and Blake completely lose their composure (and perhaps any shred of professionalism) mid-recording. Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.)               Show Notes:   PARENT PICKS:    Blake:  Listen to our new podcast, "The Living Reminders." A podcast dedicated to the show "The Leftovers" on HBO.  Click here to listen   Mary:  LilleBaby Complete All Seasons Carrier.  We're having a giveaway on Mary's Blog for one!  So go check it out on Mary's Blog.  

Meet the hosts Mary & Blake Larsen. Listen to the hosts discuss the show's concept, structure, and Mary's shocking confession. Subscribe: (AAC) | Download.mp3 | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show notes: Introduction to hostsShow layoutThe Judegment Free ZoneWhines and Wins of the WeekParent PicksMary's Parent Pick -Zoli Bot cup

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss Car Seat Safety with the leading Car Seat Safety Expert in Rhode Island, Dina Morrissey. Learn why placing your child correctly in a car seat is a lot harder than you think, why Mary and Blake aren't fit to have a child in their home, and why a having a Tuba in your car is NEVER a good idea. Enjoy! Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes:Interview with Dina Morrissey, Program Coordinator, Injury Coalition for Kids of Providence.75% of car seats are installed incorrectlyWhat is the difference between a bucket seat and a convertible car seat?What should a grandparent or someone who occasionally drives the child around purchase?Do we always have to purchase a new car seat, or can we borrow one from friend or family, or purchase one online - like through craigslist?Do car seats expire?What is the latch system, and what is the difference between that and the seatbelt?What is the most common mistakes parents are making when installing car seats?Where can people get their seats properly installed?Are there any laws in RI about car seat safety?How tight do we need to make the straps?If you get in a minor car accident, does insurance will pay for a new car seat?What items can be used in addition to the car seat? Why are children and babies not allowed to wear winter coats in car seats?What is the safest backseat position for the car seat? Behind the driver, passenger middle?What kind of routine maintenance should be done with car seats?Can we turn our baby around when he turns two, or do we need to wait for a certain height or weight in addition to the age?What should parents be looking for when they are shopping around for a seat? Mary's Parent a Pick is a Wrapeaze Poncho. Click here for the Wrapeaze Giveaway.

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss their top ten items from a Buzzfeed article entitled 19 Things People Swear They'll Never Do Until They Have Kids. Learn why Blake thinks whiny people just need to, "shutup," why Rhys frequents Brothels, and why Mary's therapy bill is going to be doubled after this episode.  Enjoy! Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes: Mary's Parent Pick is the Trend Lab CrabWrap , so if your baby eats his bed, the wood will be protected!

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss "Baby-Led Weaning" with Gill Rapley, co-author of the book, Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide to Introducing Solid Foods - and Helping Your Baby to Grow Up a Happy and Confident Eater. Learn why young babies are a lot more capable of eating solid foods than you think, why Blake thinks he's having tea in Downton Abbey, and Mary's dad is...Santa? Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show notes: Mary's Parent Pick of the week: Kladd Prickar ikea bibs Mary's Blog - www.tallmomtinybaby.com

Hosts Mary and Blake discuss music and babies with Jennifer Romanat, a local musician, and owner of East Side Music Together.  Learn about Mary's highly illegal activities in Connecticut, why blaring Queen with your kids is actually a good thing, and why Rhys has a choice between either Asia, or a wee-wee pad. Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes: Interview with Jennifer Romanat, of East Side Music Together.Parent Picks of the Week: Blake's Pick  - Happy Baby PuffsMary's Pick - Make your baby an Easter Basket! 

Hosts Mary and Blake hold a roundtable discussion with a couple of dads in differing stages of their wives' pregnancies. Wanna get inside the primitive mind of a dude?  Here's your shot.  Learn why Playstation 4, and Heisenberg's Blue Meth, can prepare you for having a baby, why a Placenta smoothie is a actually a thing, why the sea was angry on the day of Rhys' birth,  and why we're sick of people talking to us only about our wives. Subscribe: (AAC) | Download (.mp3) | Like Us On Facebook (To download, click the link to load page, then select File - Save Page As...from your menubar to save to your computer.) Show Notes: Parent Picks of the Week - Carl recommends sprinkling your baby's crib with several binkies so when your baby wakes up, he or she can easily find one!Nick recommends telling your pregnant wife that she is beautiful every day :) Do you ever want to be a guest on ParentCast?  We would love to have you!  Shoot us an email.