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Kevin + Mary Kate Losleben
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hey, we're Kevin and Mary Kate Losleben. we've been married 15 years, have 10 kids, homeschool, and somehow still like each other. so come and join us in our sleep-deprived, coffee-fueled ramblings as we discuss marriage, parenting, and following Jesus, all from a Catholic perspective.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    it's time to talk about our dirty laundry (system) | soapdish love | episode 10

    Mary Kate and Kevin explain their laundry system for a household of 12. plus, they explain how to develop a solid family prayer routine you won't loathe. systems! it's all about systems! 🛒items mentioned in this episode: (use our Amazon Associate links to support us at no cost to you!) 8-drawer fabric dresser: https://link.amazon/B08RDfapL 9-drawer fabric dresser: https://link.amazon/B00kMaa6C 10-drawer fabric dresser: https://link.amazon/B0cwhk0sR stackable baskets with handles: https://link.amazon/B0dRoEEkE 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake, support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - "Idk how you guys do it" 09:10 - it's time to talk about our dirty laundry (system) 30:35 - q&a: developing a family prayer routine you won't loathe 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage #bigfamily #laundry #prayer

  2. 1d ago

    homeschooling mother of 10 reacts to Nara Smith cooking videos | soapdish love | episode 9

    in this episode, Mary Kate is introduced to Nara Smith. since she's a saint (Mary Kate that is), her reaction is beautiful. also, we answer a question regarding the spacing of children and how to understand what the Church teaches on this important topic. 🛒items mentioned in this episode:(use our Amazon Associate links to support us at no cost to you!) LÍLLÉbaby carrier: https://link.amazon/B0aCJzWfU 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake, support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - homeschooling mother of 10 reacts to Nara Smith cooking videos 40:34 - baby carrier rant42:28 - q&a: practical discernment for spacing children 01:11:04 - give us your questions! 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage #narasmith #homemade #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homestead

  3. Oct 13

    study shows: being open to life makes you happier...and not | soapdish love | episode 8

    FOCUS sponsored a study: apparently being open to life makes you happier in the bedroom, but less happy in the living room. plus we answer your questions about getting kids to listen to you, eating healthy on a budget, and daily Mass. 🔗links mentioned in this episode:The Devout Difference (study): https://ifstudies.org/report-brief/the-devout-difference-religion-marital-quality-and-sex-among-americans 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake, support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - study shows: being open to life makes you happier...and not 29:04 - q&a: getting kids to listen52:12 - q&a: healthy meals on a budget 01:02:55 - q&a: daily Mass with kids? 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage

  4. Oct 5

    okay, so maybe we're drowning | soapdish love | episode 7

    school started. we're feeling the weight of 10 kids. but we're okay because Jesus. plus, we answer your questions about loving each other differently, getting kids to love the Mass and the Faith, and how to find time for intimacy when babies are being fussy. 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake, support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - the wheel of oversharing 13:57 - we're drowning 32:39 - q&a: was there a moment that changed the way you loved? 37:59 - q&a: getting kids to love Mass/the Faith 47:26 - q&a: finding time for intimacy when babies are fussy 50:18 - closing prayer 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholicmarriage #christianparenting #catholicparenting #christianmarriage

  5. Oct 2

    we live under a rock | soapdish love | episode 6

    in this episode, we explain why we recorded an entire episode that discussed issues surrounding the Lindsay Clancy trial...but never actually talked about her. also, we have a new and exciting feature for supporters, which causes Kevin to tell a story about his medieval penance practice during engagement. and we answer an important question: how can you practically help your spouse grow in holiness? 🛒items mentioned in this episode:(we earn commission as an Amazon Associate via these links…it supports us at no cost to you!) King of the Golden City: https://link.amazon/B0eTxSmX7 King of the Golden City (for boys): https://link.amazon/B00Om9PH6 🔗links mentioned in this episode: Trent Horn's video about Lindsay Clancy: https://youtu.be/zaAtsP2y0Y4?si=d0Evla_iWuGUizel The Surrender Novena: https://catholicexchange.com/the-surrender-novena-let-jesus-take-care-of-everything/ Surrender Novena prayer cards: https://fullofgraceusa.com/products/the-surrender-novena-standard-size?_pos=1&_sid=072a99a08&_ss=r 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake, support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - the wheel of oversharing 24:25 - our thoughts on the Lindsay Clancy case 38:54 - the media wants you scared 53:32 - q&a: how to help each other grow in holiness 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #lindsayclancytrial #catholicmarriage #christianparenting #catholicparenting #christianmarriage

  6. Oct 2

    wherein we tell you to have another baby | soapdish love | episode 5 - th'cation edition!

    in this episode, Mary Kate reflects fondly on the "layering" effect of raising children and Kevin goes on a mini-rant about the collapse of Catholic culture, Church teaching on periodic abstinence, and his deep-seated sense of obligation to have a large family. plus, we take your questions about behavior at church and age-appropriate prayers. 🛒items mentioned in this episode:(use our affiliate links below to support us at no cost to you!) King of the Golden City - https://link.amazon/B0eTxSmX7 King of the Golden City (for boys) - https://link.amazon/B00Om9PH6 💩our favorite diapers (use our affiliate links below to support us at no cost to you!): 1️⃣one-time purchases: Pampers preemie: https://link.amazon/B0fWtlaNE Pampers newborn: https://link.amazon/B0ewjkFBF Luvs size 1: https://link.amazon/B03W6iaNH Luvs size 2: https://link.amazon/B0bFa82Q6 Luvs size 3: https://link.amazon/B03ydEEND Luvs size 4: https://link.amazon/B0g2cmdx6 Luvs size 5: https://link.amazon/B0dq3EUA6 Luvs size 6: https://link.amazon/B0aU44s0A 📆subscribe & save: Luvs size 1: https://link.amazon/B06t13RJp Luvs size 2: https://link.amazon/B0by2CYYF Luvs size 3: https://link.amazon/B01h6D21W Luvs size 4: https://link.amazon/B0c4vWD6z Luvs size 5: https://link.amazon/B0fWBeo5G Luvs size 6: https://link.amazon/B058JPVog 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 - wherein we tell you to have another baby 30:02 - age-appropriate expectations for prayer 49:04 - age-appropriate expectations for behavior at Mass 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christianmarriage #catholicmarriage #nfp

  7. Oct 2

    our sleep-deprived retelling of how we met | soapdish love | episode 4

    this is how we fell in love with Jesus and then fell in love with each other. enjoy! 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage

  8. Oct 2

    we have changed a crap ton of diapers | soapdish love | episode 3

    we had AI do some high-level math for us to determine how many diapers we've changed since we became parents. it's a lot...you could say: it's a crap ton 😆 but we'll tell you what our favorite diaper brands are! also, we answer a question about helping your kids love Jesus and follow His rules; navigating sleep-deprivation; and online dating. 💩our favorite diapers (use our affiliate links below to support us at no cost to you!): 1️⃣one-time purchases: Pampers preemie: https://link.amazon/B0fWtlaNE Pampers newborn: https://link.amazon/B0ewjkFBF Luvs size 1: https://link.amazon/B03W6iaNH Luvs size 2: https://link.amazon/B0bFa82Q6 Luvs size 3: https://link.amazon/B03ydEEND Luvs size 4: https://link.amazon/B0g2cmdx6 Luvs size 5: https://link.amazon/B0dq3EUA6 Luvs size 6: https://link.amazon/B0aU44s0A 📆subscribe & save: Luvs size 1: https://link.amazon/B06t13RJp Luvs size 2: https://link.amazon/B0by2CYYF Luvs size 3: https://link.amazon/B01h6D21W Luvs size 4: https://link.amazon/B0c4vWD6z Luvs size 5: https://link.amazon/B0fWBeo5G Luvs size 6: https://link.amazon/B058JPVog 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 we have changed a crap ton of diapers 27:10 teaching your kids to love Jesus 38:42 online dating and authenticity 47:19 navigating sleep-deprivation as a new parent 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #diapers #catholicmarriage #diaperreview

  9. Oct 2

    life with 10 kids be like... | soapdish love | episode 2

    people often tell us: "I don't know how you guys do it." well, here's how we raise 10 kids without going insane. also, we answer the question: how do you keep the romance alive/your spouse first in the midst of raising those 10 kids. 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ☕help keep us awake: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove ❓submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚timeline chapters: 00:00 life with 10 kids 53:22 how do you keep the romance alive? 🎵 big thanks to @annsbert for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage

  10. Oct 2

    we just had twins. so we started a podcast. | soapdish love | episode 1

    what do you do when you have your 9th and 10th child? start a podcast! welcome to soapdish love, a podcast discussing marriage, parenting, and loving Jesus. in today's episode, Kevin and Mary Kate discuss the meaning of "soapdish love," why even get married and have kids in the first place, how to discuss difficult topics with your kids, and how they got through some of the hardest seasons of their marriage. ☕help keep us awake: https://buymeacoffee.com/soapdishlove 🙏The Holy Half (start a consistent prayer life)🙏 use promo-code "soapdish" https://seasonafterpentecost.teachable.com/purchase?product_id=6749986 ❓SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE:https://forms.gle/KAnDC79qbwcq8ZuU7 ⌚TIMELINE CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:53 What is soapdish love? 29:50 Getting through difficult seasons of marriage 38:26 Why get married and have kids?50:31 How to discuss difficult topics with your kids 57:13 Closing prayer 🎵 big thanks to  @annsbert  for the intro/outro music! check him out: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3EBZCL6fl16ObaNHc0kmRp?si=eGHfU4nwR6ayVQUSpAReeg #marriage #parenting #catholic #christian #catholicmarriage

    we just had twins. so we started a podcast. | soapdish love | episode 1
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hey, we're Kevin and Mary Kate Losleben. we've been married 15 years, have 10 kids, homeschool, and somehow still like each other. so come and join us in our sleep-deprived, coffee-fueled ramblings as we discuss marriage, parenting, and following Jesus, all from a Catholic perspective.

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  • Creator
    Kevin + Mary Kate Losleben
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kevin + Mary Kate Losleben
  • Show Website
    soapdish love