Host Kelsey Higgins is joined by her husband, Andy, in an honest conversation about the rollercoaster ride of parenting. They discuss his journey from initially being content without children to embracing fatherhood with their two kids, and how their parenting approaches have evolved over time.

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Growing up in a self-described broken family, Jamie Richardson reflects on her winding journey which led her to becoming a "bonus mom" as well as having a child in her 40s. She discusses the complexities of blended families and the unique co-parenting relationship she's built with her husband's ex-wife and spouse.

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Return guest Maura Mena explains how she balances homeschooling her three daughters while running a real estate business with her husband. She highlights their family’s focus on defining partner roles and the importance of tailoring learning to each child's style.

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Molly Steffen discusses her transition from healthcare leadership to becoming a special education para, explaining how burnout and her desire to spend more time with her four "neurospicy" children led to this career shift - despite the negative financial impact and personal identity struggles.

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Guest Emily Finnerty shares her story of choosing not to have children, discussing her relationship with her husband, and how they gradually drifted away from the idea of parenthood. She also reflects on her current life with her cat Boots and her special relationship with her niece Zoë.

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In this episode, Kelsey chats up longtime friend Rachel Steece while revisiting their childhood experiences and discussing how their upbringing plays a role in their parenting philosophies. Rachel shares her approach to work-life balance as a career-focused mother of two, and how becoming a parent impacted her perspective in the office and interactions with colleagues.

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Amber Arens joins Parently to discuss her IVF journey that led to her son, Otto. She details the emotional and financial challenges, and shares what life is like as a single mother sharing custody of her three-year-old.Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

In Parently’s first episode of Season 6, Emily Bauer discusses her dramatic life transformation from working in bars as a new mother to becoming a business owner and founder of Embrace Our Souls. She reflects on her parenting style, navigating changes in her marriage, and her personal growth through meditation and self-discovery.Now through 12/31/25, listeners can use code Parently to receive 20% off orders at embraceoursouls.com.Music: https://www.purple-planet.com