Kallie Branciforte, Caitlin Houston, Megan Schinella, Charlotte Smith
This is a podcast about women, friendship, motherhood and more. Join Kallie Branciforte, Caitlin Houston, Megan Schinella and Charlotte Smith as they discuss ev...
In Episode 5 of Just 4 Moms, Charlotte leads a discussion on the topic of hobbies and staying curious as an adult, as well as the challenges and joys of staying creative as busy moms. The conversation touches on how to balance the demands of kids and family life with personal hobbies and how to reignite the spark of creativity that often fades as adults. They reflect on the importance of leaning into the process of creativity, rather than focusing solely on the finished product. With plenty of laughs, relatable moments, and advice on how to get started with new hobbies, this episode is a reminder that it’s never too late to discover something new.
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Balancing Time Among Kids
In this episode, the hosts dive into the pressure of crafting "perfect" Valentine's cards, the challenges of making time for kids, and the importance of being present with their children—without being overwhelmed by expectations or social media. They share personal anecdotes about "mom fails," like reward systems gone awry and forgetting water at Costco. They also touch on family dynamics, including how they balance time with multiple kids, how to start meaningful conversations with them, and the real-life pressure of adding a new baby to the mix. Amidst the chaos, they remind each other to focus on quality moments, acknowledge their mistakes, and embrace the unpredictability of motherhood.
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Dinner Time... Would you feed your kids dinner at 3:30?
In this episode, we’re diving into a growing trend that’s changing mealtime dynamics for families: serving dinner right after school. Yep, we're talking 3:30 PM! With kids' schedules becoming more hectic, many parents are opting for an early dinner to make room for after-school activities and evening routines.Join Megan, Caitlin, Kallie, and Charlotte as they share their personal experiences and struggles with mealtime logistics. From managing multiple dinner schedules, tackling picky eaters, and navigating extracurricular chaos, we explore the challenges of feeding a family on tight timeframes. Whether it’s balancing hunger with school pickups or trying to avoid the afternoon snack frenzy, we’ve got tips for every family.In this episode, we chat about: Why early dinners might be a game-changer for some families The pros and cons of feeding kids straight after school The art of balancing toddler meals with teen dinner needs Pit and Peak: From organizing your home to hunting for the perfect dairy-free creamer.Don’t forget to subscribe and share your own mealtime routines with us!Suggested Hashtags: #Parenting #FamilyMeals #EarlyDinnerTrend #MealPlanning #MomLife #Podcasthttps://www.just4momspodcast.com/episodes/episode3
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Organizing to Match Our Family's Needs
In this episode…... Join Kallie Branciforte, Caitlin Houston, Megan Schinella and Charlotte Smith as they share tips and opinions about home organization and what works for each of the four co-hosts. We discuss how our season of life and the interest of our kids and families impact our sense of organization around the home.Key Topics Covered: Navigating school germs and sick kids, weird hacks for treating illnesses, essential oils, messy toddlers and sensory tables, kids’ thank you notes, organizing our homes to match our family’s needs“Organization is more about having habits that keep our lives running smoothly.”https://www.just4momspodcast.com/episodes/episode2
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New Year's Resolutions, Mom Fails and Fresh Beginnings
In this debut episode, we formally introduce Just 4 Moms, a no judgement zone podcast where four regular moms talk about regular stuff. Join Kallie Branciforte, Caitlin Houston, Megan Schinella and Charlotte Smith as they share details about the new podcast, what happened to their old podcast, Mom Fails and New Year’s Resolutions for 2025.https://www.just4momspodcast.com/episodes/episode1
This is a podcast about women, friendship, motherhood and more. Join Kallie Branciforte, Caitlin Houston, Megan Schinella and Charlotte Smith as they discuss everything from navigating careers to parenting challenges to the science experiment that is aging as a woman. With humor, honesty and authenticity, Just 4 Moms is the conversation you have with your girlfriends around the kitchen counter.