Allison & Brian discuss BIG emotions, their attempts to reinforce manners and their toddler's reactions to changes in routine as their toddler just turned THE BIG 3! They also introduce a new segment called "PICK A FIGHT" where they battle it out over whether or not their 3-year old still needs a daily nap. As usual, many tangents derail the conver…

On the eve of their son's 3rd birthday, Allison & Brian reflect on 3 years of parenting while they come to terms with the fact that their child might be disappointed with his birthday plans for this year. In addition, they reflect on using humor/sarcasm as a parenting technique and spend a lot of time hashing out the WOES of switching from a crib t…

Allison & Brian recap the last few weeks in toddlertown including weird antics of their 2.5 year old and various parenting confessions. They start exploring their different parenting boundaries and realize they have contrasting ideas of what rules are acceptable. It gets HEATED! Find us on Instagram @ProbablyOKParenting and comment to help us settl…

Allison & Brian celebrate their Paci Sobriety, debrief their first kids-only playdate, discuss some important etiquette issues regarding kid birthday parties, and discuss the ways in which they "bend" the truth when talking with their 2 year and 9 month old. Just some good old fashioned parenting fun!…

Our toddler is 2 years and 9 months old and we're using potty talk in every sense of the phrase.... Including lots of toilet discussions (Can we all agree the men's room in the airport is a definite hellscape?!) AND some *warning* explicit language while ranting about the trials of frustrations of health insurance! Thanks for listening! Visit us on…

Brian & Allison spend most of this episode recounting an extremely traumatic parenting event that happened recently involving their (almost) 2.5 year old toddler, two ambulances, and a naked Brian in the middle of the street. Thankfully, everything turned out OK, and they are now able laugh about many aspects of the insane story. They also give an …

On today's episode, we recap our first scary injury with our 2-year old before moving into a 'parenting news' segment about building a side-hustle through social media. We got to interview special guest Jessica Chapman (@cozyandevergreen) about what it's like to be a busy mom of 2 AND active social media entrepreneur. We conclude the episode discus…

Baby C turned the big T-W-O and we have lots to say about it. We also recap our first (traumatic) trip to the pediatric dentist, a sleepy parenting confession, how to simultaneously enforce rules and manners, and generally overanalyze any interaction we've had with our 2-year old toddler. Moms out there: let us know if you've ever been 'picked up' …

Allison & Brian talk sleep woes, a new toddler travel experience, the deep regret that follows them to any toddler restaurant experience, Brian's shocking parenting confession, a sticky situation involving a stark contrast of expectations among parents of your child's friends, and digest an article on the contrasting parenting norms around the worl…

What do raising boys, meth-dealership windows, and a bidet have in common? You'll have to listen to episode 33 to find out! There's a lot packed into his episode, including Brian's weirdest "weird" he's experienced yet in this crazy game called parenting! Does anyone else....experience "nap paralysis"? Let us know @ProbablyOKParenting…

In Episode 32, we dive deep into some parent confessions, question our conflict-navigation skills, randomly break out into Italian pop song lyrics, and discuss the parenting chapter of Brene Brown's Book, "Daring Greatly." It's a personal and reflective episode, full of ridiculous tomfoolery. What does our 21-month-old toddler have in common with t…

Baby C is 21 months old and his parents have differing opinions about potty training and transitioning to a toddler bed.. They also wonder... does anyone else have a hard time keeping up emotionally with their toddler's mood swings? Also, is it inappropriate to mean mug another child at the playground? Let us know what you think @ProbablyOKParentin…

On today's episode, we discuss some recent travel adventures with our 20-month old, what happened when Allison tried to pull a fast one on a TSA agent, and some interesting playground interactions.. We also launch a new segment; "Sticky Sitch" where we interview one of our dear friends of the pod (DFPs) about a tricky parenting situation! Find us o…

Allison & Brian break down an article from www.mykidstime.com describing many parenting "no-nos." As always, they have more than a few meandering thoughts as they relate these items to their own journey raising their 19-month old toddler.

In this episode, we discuss the book "8 Secrets to Raising Successful Kids" by Dr. Kevin Leman. Trust us...all you have to do is listen to this episode and you'll never have any issues with your child ever again...guaranteed. Probably.

Is playing a video game an extraverted or introverted activity? We don’t exactly agree and we’d love to hear your thoughts, DFPs! In this episode, Allison & Brian discuss the book “The Child Code” and continue the age old “nature vs. nurture debate.” They discuss the famous “marshmallow test” and if kids who have self control truly end up more succ…

What happens when your child's beloved pop-it toy is the talk of the town? How can we re-brand "mom-nesia"? Why is there really no perfect day-care situation no matter how hard you try to find one? Why is Brian a judgmental parent? All of these questions & MORE answered in this episode full of ridiculous tomfoolery. Baby C is 18-months old. Visit u…

Allison & Brian discuss how much of their child's personality is just the makeup of his genetic code versus the result of their expert-level parenting decisions as they recap the beginning of the book "The Child Code," by Danielle Dick. Brian has a parenting confession (uh oh!) and they both discuss balancing a very busy week at work with caring fo…

In this episode, Brian and Allison add a new segment; "Does Anyone Else...?" where they wonder if anyone else has tried to put toddler shoes on their dog before, or accidentally driven to work wearing pajamas?! During the popular segment; "Parenting News," Allison & Brian talk about research supporting early music education for toddlers and give so…

Brian & Allison recap their highs, lows, and weirds of parenting their 17-month son, and rehash two articles that compare modern parenting techniques to the ways of yonder. Which are better? Is it harder to be a parent in 2023 than it was in the 1980s? Listeners, please let us know what you think @ProbablyOkParenting ! Thanks to all of our DFPs!…

Allison & Brian recap their week in toddler-land (their toddler is 17 months old), including starting a new parent-tot music class, monkey noises, and several embarrassing moments at the library. In the Parenting News segment, Allison & Brian rehash Chapter 6 ("Saying the Right Things") of the book "Raising Good Humans" and overthink every word cho…

Parenting comes with its fair share of awkward moments...and Brian & Allison have a few to share on this week's episode. Their toddler is 16 months old and completely obsessed with the "Amazon Alexa" robot. In the "Parenting News" segment, Brian & Allison spend some time discussing a whole host of Disney movies that now come with a "content warning…

Baby C is 16.5 months old and he's on the cusp of a big language "explosion." Brian & Allison confess some questionable parenting choices to each other and review a section of the wildly popular book "Crib Sheet" by Emily Oster.

Baby C is 16.5 months old and Brian & Allison discuss more sleep woes, playdate expectations, unexpected delays, and most frustratingly: he's basically stopped eating! They summarize and discuss the "Food Fiesta" chapter of "The Everything Toddler Book" by Dr. Linda Sonna as they attempt to strategize! Bonus: Check out @ProbablyOKParenting on Insta…

Allison & Brian are stuck inside with their 16 month old toddler and attempt to keep him entertained indoors. Listen to hear about all of the different activities they planned and their varying levels of success. Also, during the segment "parenting news," Allison & Brian discuss a recent article weighing the merits of 'gentle parenting,' and try to…

Allison & Brian discuss their best tips, tricks, and wacky experiences after traveling on 14 individual flights with their baby between the ages of 4 months and 16 months. Listen to hear which products they recommend, how to (hopefully) keep your young toddler entertained and happy throughout a flight, how to avoid the germ party that will surely s…

Baby C is 15 months old, and Allison & Brian find themselves confronted with a lot of parenting decisions as they make they way solidly into toddler territory! How do we approach redirecting undesirable behavior? When to start thinking about potty training? What to do to help him sleep consistently? How to keep things interesting when it's 5 degree…

Join Allison & Brian as they discuss the latest events in the thrilling world of toddler-mania. They recap a birthday party, how their friendships have changed since becoming parents, their ongoing sleep woes, and feature a main segment discussing a parenting news article that doesn't pertain to anything they are experiencing right now! It's a tota…

Baby C is 14.5 months old and giving his parents a run for their money. Join Allison & Brian as they talk about sleep transitions, changes in their toddler's autonomy/mobility and how they are trying to keep up.

Brian & Allison escape for the weekend and Brian's parents fly in to take care of baby C while they're gone. During Episode 13, Allison & Brian sit down and hear a little bit from the grandparent perspective as they interview their first POP guests- Baby C's paternal grandparents! How does parenting today differ from their experience raising kids 3…

Allison & Brian talk about ways parenthood has changed them, and discuss lots of listener answers and contributions. TL;DL: We've all changed in MANY ways, and we can find comfort knowing others are just as scatterbrained as us! Allison & Brian also discuss their weekend trip to Denver with their 14 month old and analyze his (maybe) first words? Li…

Allison & Brian are back from a 3-week hiatus and discuss what happens when one parent goes down for the count (spoiler alert: it's rough!!), the challenges with finding reliable daycare, tales from flying alone with a baby, and conclude with an uplifting message from Brian about raising your kids in today's sometimes scary climate. Let us know wha…

In Episode 10 of Probably OK Parenting, Brian & Allison discuss all those things they told themselves before they had a child that are now pretty laughable. One example is: "We certainly won't rely on snacks and screen time!" Luckily, a few listeners weighed in with the expectations they had for themselves before they had children as well, and how …

Brian & Allison take some time to reflect on their experience with a newborn and share some tips that helped them make it through the "4th trimester." In addition, they recap the exciting (and sometimes stressful!) events of the past week as their 12.5 month old continues to find himself in various perilous positions. They end the episode by sharin…

Now that baby C has completed his first year, Brian & Allison discuss various baby products they've purchased and tried in the categories of SLEEP & TOYS. Find out which products they absolutely swear by, and which ones they would ditch next time around.

Join Allison & Brian as they recap their week (their baby turned ONE YEARS old!), reflect on the most unexpected, rewarding, and challenging parts of the past year, and end with some predictions of what they may encounter next on their parenting journey. Good 'ay, mate!

Brian suffered a baby-caused injury while in Colorado, and Allison had to brave the travel nightmare that is flying alone with a baby! Listen to this week's episode to find out how it all went down! (Baby C is 11.5 months old)

Brian & Allison discuss daycare troubles, weird or interesting comments they've received about their baby from random out and about, and close the episode with reflections over their highs and lows from the last week of parenting. Listen along as they try to figure out how to be parents AND how to have a podcast that is not a complete snooze fest! …

Brian & Allison go off the rails as they discuss their baby's new skills (and what exacting "cruising" means..) , awkward parenting moments they've encountered, and the everlasting quest to get a full night's sleep! Listen along as they try to get better at making this kind of shambly podcast! (Baby C is 10.75 months old)…

Allison & Brian are BACK for real this time after quite a long hiatus. They discuss recent travel excursions, the struggles of long-term sleep deprivation, parenting during COVID times, and play a fun game called "guess the parenting confession.' They are still working on getting the audio figured out so thanks to ALL THE FANS for hangin in there! …

Brian & Allison discuss adventures in parenting their 21 week old baby boy. They tackle sleep training, introducing formula for the first time, and baby's first solid food! They also recap their first plane ride(s) with baby on his first big trip. Allison & Brian explore the segments, "what I purchased this week," and "what I'm scared of." They con…

Allison & Brian are still waiting on baby to arrive...They discuss the anticipation, intrusive comments by strangers, and how to deal when you have you doubts about your healthcare provider

Coming soon! A podcast where we talk about all of the craziness that is becoming a new parent. Join Allison & Brian on their impending parenting adventures. We are having a baby any day now...and fully expect it to be a wild ride. We don't know what we're doing- but we're looking forward to laughing through it with you!…