This week, Jill, Melissa, and Kelly get real about one of the toughest parts of parenting—knowing when to support your kids and when you might be pushing too hard. From the world of competitive dance to everyday life, the moms open up about ambition, burnout, and the fine line between motivation and pressure.

Brooke joins the conversation to share her perspective and offer advice for kids feeling unsure about their college path and future goals. The group also looks ahead to the next generation—will their grandchildren be dancers too?

Between laughter and reflection, they talk about cherishing family trips, those priceless one-on-one car rides, and finding joy in simply being together.

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Jill, Melissa, and Kelly catch-up on everything from Kelly’s absolutely ridiculous plastic mattress purchase (yes, really!) to their holiday plans for this year.

They’re also spilling the tea on what their girls are up to—Kenzie’s new jewelry line, Kendall’s brand-new podcast, and how proud they are watching their daughters grow into their own. Oh, and of course, there’s a little sideline chat about how the Steelers are holding up this season (you know they had to).

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In this episode, Jill drops major news—her daughter Riley is pregnant! While Jill's still deciding what she’ll be called (anything but Grandma), the revelation sends the moms down memory lane, swapping stories about their own pregnancies.

Meanwhile, Brooke is officially sending out her wedding invitations, and Kelly’s deep in bridal shower planning mode. Brooke wants it simple and minimal—no balloons allowed—which is not exactly Kelly’s style, but she's stepping back and letting Brooke take the lead… even if it’s hard!

The moms also share a sweet message from a listener who says the girls clearly had a strong support system to come through Dance Moms with class and grace—something that wasn’t always on display on-screen. Cue the well-deserved pats on the back.

Finally, the ladies open up about how old clips resurfacing on social media can stir up more than just memories. Do they still feel the drama? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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