221 episodes

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.

AnchorMoms: The Podcast WLOS News 13

    • Kids & Family

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.

    So long, unsupervised summer breaks. Plus, the calories burned during pregnancy

    So long, unsupervised summer breaks. Plus, the calories burned during pregnancy

    Summer is in full swing and many moms are longing for the carefree days of their own summer break. One writer says those unsupervised summer days for her kids aren't really possible. 

    And further proof that moms really do the heavy lifting. The AnchorMOMS have the surprising number of calories it takes to carry a pregnancy. 

     Plus, yet another parenting trend: Low Demand Parenting. Why it means parents practicing the method can take a breather themselves. 

    Mums the word: Ancient Wonders Dig Kit

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    • 32 min
    Does parenthood make your brain smaller? Is it OK for kids to quit?

    Does parenthood make your brain smaller? Is it OK for kids to quit?

    Turns out parenthood makes your brain smaller. The Anchormoms dive into the science behind the research. 

     Is it OK to let your kids quit activities? One writer says absolutely. 

     And the surprising statistics behind charitable giving that benefits women and girls and the one philanthropist doing something about it.

    Mums the Word: L.L. Bean Boat and Tote, Zip-Top

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    • 36 min
    AnchorDADS weigh in on parenthood pitfalls and millennial dads

    AnchorDADS weigh in on parenthood pitfalls and millennial dads

    It's a special edition of AnchorMOMS! 

     The AnchorDADS (aka Katie and Karen's husbands) join the podcast to weigh in on the pitfalls of modern day parenthood. 

     Plus, a dad doesn't know what he did wrong after he backs up his wife during an interaction with their 4-year-old. 

     And why millennial dads are doing work previously reserved for moms. 

    MUMS the word (Father's Day edition): Arcade belts and Freefly shorts

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    • 35 min
    Surviving summer and the 'untouched faces' trend

    Surviving summer and the 'untouched faces' trend

    Should moms ALWAYS prioritize their children over themselves? It feels like the self-sacrifice is hitting a whole new level these days... Did our moms feel this pressure? And why this mentality may not benefit our kids. 

    Plus, summer break is upon us along with the stress of entertaining children for over two months. But don't worry, the Anchormoms share a list of 25 Target finds (most under $15) to help keep the kids occupied. 

    And have you heard of the untouched face trend? In the world of filters, Botox, and plastic surgeries, we are welcoming the latest online movement to post your true self. 

    MUMS the Word: Heymoments Women's Wide Leg Lounge Pants

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    • 32 min
    The downfall of crazy sports parents and super-sized post-game snacks

    The downfall of crazy sports parents and super-sized post-game snacks

    It's "Maycember" and every parent you know is trying to keep the end of the school year pandemonium at bay. 

    Plus, how NOT to be a crazy sports parent on the sidelines and the harm it could be doing to your kids. 

    Speaking of sports, have you noticed how post-game snacks have gotten super-sized? One mom is scratching her head at the now extravagant goody bags seemingly required after athletics. 

    MUMS the Word: SunnyDays Tinted SPF 30

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    • 32 min
    Gentle parenting your dog and the '9 minute theory'

    Gentle parenting your dog and the '9 minute theory'

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    • 28 min

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