reviews

I have been listening to this podcast (I would have to guess) 8 years. For me the messaging from this podcast is, “It is all going to be alright” and “Don’t take it too seriously.” This was helpful for me as I was going through “everything is serious” in my start as a parent. They can make me laugh and feel good about whatever choices I have made as a parent.

I have just listened to one episode so I can only speak to that. But I was honestly so triggered by it I am afraid to listen to anymore. I was super excited about listening after reading the episode descriptions, so many of them are perfectly pertinent for what I am going through raising a toddler right now. But quickly into the episode I decided to listen to first I was like “oh dear…I’m not sure these are my people”…I chose to listen to the episode on parental preference first, because I’m going through that right now with my almost 3 year old and my partner. It’s been going on for over one year where my daughter will only allow her daddy to do bedtime routine, to read her stories, to sit next to her, to comfort her, when she’s sad, to soothe her when she’s injured and basically anything else really you can think of that parents do. She will let me play with her sometimes, but I think that’s just because she’s an only child and has no other option. And it’s not just a comment like “no I don’t want you, I want daddy” it’s crying, sobbing, hyperventilating seeing red near panic attack whenever mom tries to attend any of these needs. I’ve done all the “right things” We stay consistent and still insist on mommy doing bedtime every other night even if it means I’m just sitting next to her bed while she cries herself to sleep for daddy. I don’t show how much it hurts me, even if my heart is breaking inside. I return to my bed and cry myself to sleep. Because I don’t get this time back. While the hosts say they have been through this, it’s obvious they either have not, or they are completely heartless because how could you say someone is “bonkers” for being so upset by this. The way she spoke about her friend who seemed to go through the same thing as me was so demeaning. The way the one host said she is “over caring if her kids like her or not”….that is not someone I would ever take parenting advice from. I did really like one of the hosts and how she presented a lot of research and studies, but the other host was just so heartless and offensive I couldn’t listen to any more.

Listening to these ladies got me through the pandemic with 2 kids under 2. Four years later, I’m still laughing, still learning, still listening— and the huge one: not feeling alone in the ups and downs of motherhood/parenthood. Thank you, thank you, Amy & Margaret! 🙏 If you’re a parent, listen, WFH is the best!

I’m a grandma who is a three day a week caregiver for my 3 year old grandson, so I am in the trenches (at least some of the time) with the moms of young children. I love the tips and insights that Margaret and Amy offer - with humor! - on a variety of topics that interest me. Their interviews with experts are also very helpful. I highly recommend this podcast.

I shouldn’t know your politics your job is to entertain. You lost me and my former patreon business

This podcast makes me feel so seen as a mother of two. Great advice, always backed up by research. I have young kids and I feel like you are my mom mentors, thank you for all that you do!

Love it

I loved the balanced takes on motherhood and the numerous approach! Great listen!

I started listening and at the time believed that just like any other podcast it would run its cycle and become less interesting, after all, there is “only so much” to talk about parenting right?! O boy I was wrong… I only have 2 boys but they are so different and one is on ASD, and every week I find great tips, advices and the most important “it’s not just me” feelings. The books suggested are usually amazing and it makes my reading list busy and interesting!!! I quote both A & M several times a week 🙈🙈 my friends are used to it by now and several listen also!! I really love this podcast and it truly works for kids all ages, stages, genders, all topics. Love it

Being a working mom/wife - this podcast is right up my alley. So relatable!

I would just about swear these hosts have my house/car tapped and are using my daily chaos to come us with episode topics, they are THAT relevant. Thank you WFH for dishing up what I need to hear with such humor and grace. I feel so seen.

These girls are the best! So honest and you never feel like you are alone in messing up your kids. LOL

This is my favorite podcast and the only one I have listened to consistently for YEARS! These two are so funny and down to earth, but still full of practical advice. I don’t really write reviews but I just had to write a review of this one because this is such a great podcast! They have been there and done that and have great stories to tell that we can all relate to. Plus, all of the Fresh Take episodes are a great way for me to learn something new and find a new author or someone I didn’t know about yet!

International listener and fan. No matter where you are in the mom life, from littles to college/workworld-bound, Margaret and Amy have something for everyone. Informative and humorous, I look forward to every episode.

I love that they keep the discussions light and interesting but still stuff plenty of facts and statistics from studies in to the discussions! My favorite podcast about motherhood!

I Have been listening for over 4 years. I am a mom of 3 (5, 4, and 10 month old). Have got me through tough times with lots of laughs and heart. Keep the good episodes coming!

Amy and Margaret are Gen X moms with kids who are in their teens and tweens, but no matter what stage of parenting you are in, you can still gain a whole lot of helpful and stress relieving information. I had to turn off other parenting podcasts because they would just make me feel bad about myself. Not this pod — they do a great job at talking about parenting holistically and giving your kids a net positive upbringing, even if you’re not a perfect parent ❤️‍🩹

I love this podcast. Amy and Margaret are hilarious in their delivery of helpful ideas, with their own relatable examples of how they try to do better, making me believe I too can do better in my parenting.

Love this podcast. A perfect mix of light hearted and humor, and truly profound and meaningful conversations on parenting.

Such a great show with interesting guests and topics. Funny, thought provoking and validating.

I love the banter between the hosts, and the guests are amazing too. I recommend this podcast all the time.

I quote Amy and Margaret often. They have solid advice and an awesome sense of humor. Thanks!

I consistently listen to this show. The hosts Amy and Margaret have super relevant topics that help me other my very different from each other kids. The suggestions and topics are “real” and things that are actually helpful for the busy, juggling, mom. And they are funny.

Loving this show! Great tips on why we do what we do and how to do better. Super helpful in knowing what to do to raise better humans and model better behavior. Thank you Margaret and Amy!

These gals have great advice, and top notch humour.

I am always looking forward to seeing a new episode in my feed. Margret and Amy always have the best advice, and their conversations always bring out the issues of motherhood. Highly recommend!

The moment I hear the music at the beginning of each episode, my blood pressure drops. I hoard episodes to listen to while I do laundry, mundane computer work, etc. This is BY FAR my favorite podcast; I love the intersection of science, best parenting practices, developmental psychology, and hilarious reflection. Amy and Meg are perfect hosts in my estimation, and I’ve learned so much from them.

I’ve been listening to this podcast since I had my youngest son almost 6 years ago. I was a mom of 3 under 3, just trying to survive each day and I immediately connected with this show! Time and time again show topics and discussions directly related to what I was experiencing and it continues to help me through this adventure called motherhood. Thank you Amy and Margaret for being so helpful, funny and relatable!

I’ve listened to this show for a while now—I was attracted by its title. It’s great to listen to the shared struggles of other parents and to laugh together during this hellish, hilarious and everything adventure that is parenting. It keeps me going when I’m doing the dishes

The humor and humanity of this podcast has seen m through a lot. Living far away from family and with no friends with kids around, Margaret and Amy have been my surrogate mom friends through the pandemic and beyond. Genuinely funny and insightful, I look forward to every new episode.