AnchorMoms: The Podcast
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 being working moms. Join this duo as they cover national news stories that impact families while adding their perhaps unwarranted opinions and often embarrassing anecdotes.
Episodes
One mom gets blowback from the internet over strict rules for her 12-year-old girls.
And, every parent knows, asking your kids about their day is a losing battle. But the AnchorMOMS have some funny questions that are almost guaranteed to get a response.
Plus, dessert for breakfast and dinner? Some experts say it's a "do." Why it could be a game changer at the table.
MUMS the Word: Schick Hyd...
Could a sleep divorce make for a better marriage? How to broach the subject with your significant other.
The controversy surrounding Nike's women's track and field Olympic uniforms continues to heat up. Some writers and athletes say they're too revealing.
Plus, "grandma" names for tweens illustrate just how hard it is to get it right when it comes to naming your baby.
MUMS the word: Rare Bea...
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 successful female business leaders are feeling so desperate about their lives.
Plus, can you guess which baby names have now gone ...
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 athletic career be prioritized over family time? It's a BIGGGGG talker for the Anchormoms.
And have you ever thought to ...
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 partner is napping during the day and working through the night. The AnchorMOMS have thoughts (and opposing views).
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 online courses and what they promise to deliver.
Lastly, some parenting influencers make money featuring their kids on social med...
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 keep up with the old ones? Maybe.
Lastly, are you a living room or bedroom family? What those terms mean and why some say...
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 amount of screen time for your kiddos? How about none. One mom says she never set boundaries and her kids turned out just fine.
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 parenting page from other moms living abroad.
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 you allow your little ones (and yourself) to walk around in the buff around home? Actor Bradley Cooper does and has no problem with ...
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 could be to blame.
Plus, a new trend is actually the "anti-trend" -- not giving in to the over-consumption that's swee...
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 cheerleading moms.... and take action instead.
MUMS the Word: Boutique Rose Water
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 those who wouldn't find it very useful.
MUMS the word: "A Real Bug's Life" on Disney+
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 hospital. One writer says a federal leave policy could have changed the outcome.
And a latte to get through the day? Why not? ...
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 her inner child.
Plus, choosing to have a baby using a special coach. One writer says the method doesn't ...
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 prior to them meeting. Why the AnchorMOMS are crying foul.
And more families are opting to pull their kids out of school for vacat...
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 to use on your kids right now.
Mums the Word: Glamnetic
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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 and their kids.
MUMS the word: Telescopic Suction Cup Giraffe Toy
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 your kids' day, why not take a step back? It's called "benign neglect," and some believe it could actually give your...
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