Parenting-Ish

LV
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Parenting-ish is the show for every mom (and dad) who’s ever said, “No one told me this part!” From toddler tantrums to teen drama, friendship fallouts to those silent “mom guilt” moments—this podcast gets real about the ish no one warned you about. I’m LV—a mom, school counselor, and your favorite go-to friend when parenting gets messy, hilarious, or overwhelming. Tune in each week for real talk, laughs, and a few “I thought it was just me!” moments. Because let’s be honest… parenting is a lot, and sometimes you just need someone to say it out loud.

  1. 10/15/2025

    Ep. 9- Kids and Consequences

    Consequences aren’t punishment — they’re lessons. In this episode of Parenting-ish, we’re talking about what happens when kids test limits and parents get tired. From natural consequences to guilty mom moments and those times we cave (we’ve all been there), let’s break down how consistency builds confidence — for both kids and parents.

    19 min

  2. 10/08/2025

    Ep 8- Boundaries — For Kids and Adults

    This one’s personal. In today’s Parenting-ish episode, I open up about what it really looks like to set boundaries with adults — friends, family, coworkers — and how that shifts relationships. We talk about people pleasing, recognizing when you’ve outgrown connections, and the guilt that comes with saying ‘no.’ And because parenting is always in the mix, I share how even small boundaries with kids — like sticking to bedtimes, cutting off snacks, or grabbing takeout when you swore you wouldn’t — matter too. Boundaries aren’t easy, but they’re necessary. Let’s talk about it.

    15 min

  3. 10/01/2025

    Ep 7- Don’t Call This A Comeback!

    Parenting-ish is BACK after a little unplanned break 🙃 Between moving, getting back to work and juggling 5 kids + chaos, life was life-ing. But here’s the thing: pauses happen. What matters is the comeback. Tune in to this short episode as I catch you up, keep it real about the mess, and remind you it’s okay to step back when you need to. 💛

    7 min

  4. 09/24/2025 · BONUS

    Where in the World is LV?

    “Hey Parenting-ish fam 💛 it’s been a couple of weeks since you’ve heard from me—between moving and the usual chaos of life, things got a little Hot Mess Express. 🚂 But Parenting-ish hasn’t gone anywhere—we’re still here, and we’re coming back strong next week

    1 min

  5. 09/03/2025

    Parenting on a Budget…or not 🥴

    Raising kids isn’t cheap—groceries, field trips, sports fees, random spirit week shirts… it all adds up! In this episode of Parenting-ish, we’re getting real about parenting on a budget. From hacks that help (sometimes) to the guilt of saying no to extras, we’ll laugh, sigh, and remind each other that presence matters more than presents.

    14 min

  6. 09/01/2025 · BONUS

    Mini-ish 2- They Woke Up Again!

    When you finally sit down with a snack, a show, and some peace… and then you hear little footsteps. 😩 Yup, they woke up AGAIN. Mini-Ish Ep. 2 is here – short, raw, and painfully relatable. Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts. #ParentingIshPodcast #MiniIsh #ParentingUnfiltered #TheyWokeUpAgain #RealParentingMoments

    1 min

  7. 08/27/2025

    Parenting While Tired

    Parenting is hard enough… try doing it on 4 hours of sleep and a prayer. In this episode, I’m keeping it real about what it’s like to parent while completely exhausted—funny stories, honest truths, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the struggle

    12 min

  8. 08/20/2025

    Modern Day Villains: The Gentle Parenting Police

    Parenting isn’t one-size-fits-all, but sometimes it feels like the “Gentle Parenting Police” missed that memo. In this episode, we unpack the pressure to be calm, perfect, and endlessly patient—when in reality, sometimes you just need to raise your voice, hand over the iPad, or bribe with snacks. We’ll break down what gentle parenting really is, how social media has twisted it, and why you shouldn’t let online critics steal your joy as a parent.

    15 min
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Parenting-ish is the show for every mom (and dad) who’s ever said, “No one told me this part!” From toddler tantrums to teen drama, friendship fallouts to those silent “mom guilt” moments—this podcast gets real about the ish no one warned you about. I’m LV—a mom, school counselor, and your favorite go-to friend when parenting gets messy, hilarious, or overwhelming. Tune in each week for real talk, laughs, and a few “I thought it was just me!” moments. Because let’s be honest… parenting is a lot, and sometimes you just need someone to say it out loud.

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  • Creator
    LV
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © LV
  • Show Website
    Parenting-Ish