Moms of the Millennium

Rosie the Red
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Join millennial moms Rosie and Sarah every month as they dive headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and utterly exhausting reality of raising tiny humans. We cover modern parenting challenges with reviews of parenting books because we know you don't have time to read them! From navigating toddler tantrums and surviving sleep deprivation to deciphering screen time debates and trying to have a coherent conversation with a spouse, "Moms of the Millenium"  is your monthly dose of real talk, relatable stories, and practical-ish advice. Search Engine Keywords: parenting podcast, millennial moms, mom life, toddler tantrums, sleep deprivation, funny parenting, modern parenting, working mom, stay-at-home mom, mom struggles, real talk, Rosie and Sarah, family life, child development, screen time, mental load, self-care for moms. Tune in for the unfiltered truth, because you're not the only one wearing the same stained sweatpants. New episode posted every first of the month!

Episodes

  1. JAN 1

    Sweden, Portugal, Germany: How they parent over there

    Send us a text A deep dive into the realities of raising a family abroad. In this episode of Moms of the Millennium, your hosts Rosie and Sarah are joined by a very special guest and dear friend, Catherine. As three American moms living abroad, they compare notes on the cultural shifts, the logistical hurdles, and the surprising joys of parenting in Europe. From the structured playgrounds of Germany to the sun-drenched cafes of Portugal and the progressive social systems of Sweden, this episode explores what "home" really looks like when you’re building it in a different language and culture. What We Discuss: The Expat Experience: How Rosie (Germany), Sarah (Portugal), and Catherine (Sweden) ended up in their respective countries and what the initial "culture shock" felt like for their families.Healthcare & Education: A side-by-side look at the different systems, from the famous Swedish parental leave to the German school system and the family-centric lifestyle in Portugal.Cultural Parenting Styles: Why German kids are so independent, the egalitarian dads of Sweden, and how Portuguese culture embraces children in every part of social life.The "American" Identity: How they balance teaching their children American traditions while fully integrating into their local communities.Support Systems: The challenges of parenting without a local "village" and how they’ve built new communities abroad.

    1h 3m

  2. 12/01/2025

    Expecting Better Part 2: Parenting Book Cliff Notes

    Send us a text Welcome back, Millennial Moms! In Part 2 of our deep-dive into Emily Oster's game-changing book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know, hosts Rosie and Sara are back and armed with more questions than answers. The book uses a data-driven, economist's approach to debunk pregnancy myths—challenging "rules" about everything from caffeine and alcohol consumption to prenatal testing and delivery choices. Oster encourages expectant mothers to look at the actual evidence and make informed, individualized decisions based on risk evaluation and personal autonomy, rather than rigid, fear-based compliance. In this episode, we're still wrestling with Oster's core arguments! Rosie and Sara get into the nitty-gritty of the second half of the book, discussing: The Big Delivery Questions: Separating the facts from the fear on topics like epidurals, induction, and continuous fetal monitoring.Our Takeaway: Is this book truly an empowering guide for the modern Millennial Mom, or does its reliance on data miss the nuanced, emotional reality of pregnancy?A central theme of the skepticism is Oster's lack of medical credentials. While her strength lies in interpreting statistical data and cost-benefit analysis (her expertise as an economist), critics question whether a PhD in economics is sufficient to accurately interpret complex, often observational, medical research with all its subtle nuances, especially without the clinical context that a physician or public health expert would possess. The hosts' skepticism is well-founded, as the book asks readers to trust an economist's statistical analysis over decades of medical and public health guidance, even when that analysis is subject to debate among experts. SEO Keywords: Moms of the Millennium, Expecting Better, Emily Oster, pregnancy advice, data-driven parenting, pregnancy myths, Millennial Moms, epidural, induction, breastfeeding, caffeine during pregnancy, alcohol during pregnancy, book review, skeptical moms, birth choices.

    1h 2m

  3. 11/01/2025

    Expecting Better: Parenting Book Cliff Notes

    Send us a text Ready to stop stressing about every pregnancy rule? Join Sarah and Rosie, as they tackle Emily Oster's highly-debated book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know. Or is the conventional wisdom right actually? In this episode, we provide a full summary of the book's core arguments. While we appreciate the call for data-driven pregnancy, we also ask the tough questions: Does the data tell the whole story? Is Emily Oster's confidence misplaced? And is this statistical approach always the best way to make deeply personal maternity choices? Inside Our Critical Review & Summary: 📊 The Data Dilemma: We dissect Oster's analysis of pregnancy risks and discuss whether relying strictly on observational data truly empowers or just oversimplifies complex issues like caffeine during pregnancy and alcohol consumption.🍣 The "Forbidden" List: Get our take on the book's controversial findings about sushi, deli meat, and wine—we separate the helpful insights from the parts that might need a second look for pregnant individuals.🤰 Beyond the Numbers: We share personal experiences and acknowledge the emotional weight of pregnancy decisions that go beyond a simple calculation of statistical probability.This episode is for expecting parents, first-time moms, and anyone seeking a balanced, critical review of Expecting Better. Stop blindly following every guideline and start making truly informed pregnancy decisions! Listen now to hear our honest, no-holds-barred discussion and get the critical summary you need!

    1h 3m

  4. 09/30/2025

    Achtung Baby: Parenting Book Cliff Notes

    Send us a text Are German kids really that self-reliant? 🤔 Rosie and Sarah dive headfirst into the fascinating world of German parenting, inspired by Sara Zaske's book, Achtung Baby: An American Mom on the German Art of Raising Self-Reliant Children. This week, the Millennial Moms unpack concepts that might make helicopter parents clutch their pearls: "free-range" kindergarten (even in the , the focus on risk-taking, and the famously direct, no-nonsense communication style (the German Art of the Straight Talk). Get ready to ask yourself: Are we overscheduling our kids? Are we intervening too much? And could a little bit of Achtung! (Attention!) actually mean giving our kids more freedom? Rosie gives her perspective as an American living in Germany. It's an honest look at raising independent children, German style!

    1h 3m

  5. 09/04/2025

    Hunt Gather Parent: Parenting Book Cliff Notes

    Send us a text What does parenting look like in Indigenous communities around the world? Can we use lessons from Indigenous moms and dads in our own families? These questions and more are explained in the book, "Hunt, Gather, Parent" by Michaeleen Doucleff. The author visited Maya, Inuit, and Hadza people to ask them about their parenting philosophy. In this candid and insightful conversation, your favorite millennial moms discuss: The "TEAM" framework: What is it and can it really help reduce tantrums and power struggles?Applying these ideas to modern life: Is it realistic to incorporate these strategies into our busy schedules?Personal takeaways and challenges: Sarah and Rosie share their own experiences (the good, the bad, and the hilarious!) trying out the book's methods with their own kids.If you're a first-time mom navigating the toddler years, this episode is packed with relatable moments and practical advice. Tune in to see if "Hunt, Gather, Parent" is the parenting reset you've been searching for. Keywords: parenting podcast, Moms of the Millenium, Hunt Gather Parent, Michaeleen Doucleff, parenting advice, modern moms, millennial parents, raising kids, toddler tantrums, family dynamics, gentle parenting, podcast for moms.

    1h 10m

  6. 07/31/2025

    Bringing Up Bebe: Parenting Book Cliff Notes

    Send us a text French moms: blink twice if you need help! According to the popular parenting book, "Bringing up Bebe," you're out there living your best glamorous life and you absolutely love when your baby's pediatrician calls you fat. And going on a diet at 3 months post partum because your husband is entitled to a hot wife, is good actually!  In this episode, Rosie gives you the summary of "Bringing Up Bebe," about how an American author in Paris learned all the secrets of French parenting. Spoiler alert - it's mostly about staying tight for your lazy man-child husband! This episode includes, what was the actual advice in the book, was it any good, and, are French women ok?

    1h 7m
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Join millennial moms Rosie and Sarah every month as they dive headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and utterly exhausting reality of raising tiny humans. We cover modern parenting challenges with reviews of parenting books because we know you don't have time to read them! From navigating toddler tantrums and surviving sleep deprivation to deciphering screen time debates and trying to have a coherent conversation with a spouse, "Moms of the Millenium"  is your monthly dose of real talk, relatable stories, and practical-ish advice. Search Engine Keywords: parenting podcast, millennial moms, mom life, toddler tantrums, sleep deprivation, funny parenting, modern parenting, working mom, stay-at-home mom, mom struggles, real talk, Rosie and Sarah, family life, child development, screen time, mental load, self-care for moms. Tune in for the unfiltered truth, because you're not the only one wearing the same stained sweatpants. New episode posted every first of the month!

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  • Creator
    Rosie the Red
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Moms of the Millennium
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