The LA DILF Jarret is in studio and suggests Mollie potty train her baby by crate training. Mollie lectures about why Families need a monthly calendar on the wall. What is it with people with Disneyland??? How to navigate Disney with your baby, the tram, the lines, the food, breastfeeding. Is it true that Disney land has GANGS???Are you a Disneyland weirdo? Have you taken your love for Disney to the next level? And is it ok? The LA DILF may have. Mollie confesses her secret collecting obsession.
Marty, the very pregnant Jenny V, and Mollie discuss flying while pregnant, and bizarre things we have seen flying around the country. What is acceptable to eat on the plane? What service animals are acceptable? Are you more afraid of the plane crashing, breathing everyone’s farts, or Jenny’s hormones? The affects of your negative energy on your baby. Signs that your kid is ready to potty train. The cart was way in front of the horse for Mollie and Bill. Teaching your toddler how to wipe appropriately with apples? Yes, it works! How do you deal with that creepy dude at the playground? Time Life’s Mysteries of the Unknown: Mysterious creatures. Do you believe??? Mollie confesses what she is scared of.
OUCH! This still hurts after the baby: what’s normal, what can be fixed, what can’t be fixed. Physical therapy for your vagina? You betcha! Pregnancy, Labor and Delivery: What questions you should ask your OBGYN. What are all these prenatal tests, and what do they mean? What are they looking for? Should you cry when your baby is born? Which recovery is easier--vaginal or C-section? Post-pregnancy pain, the realities. When you need to talk to your doctor about pain or body changes after the baby. What can be fixed and what can’t be fixed. Dealing with TRICARE health care. Your Facebook questions answered by Jerri! Facebook fans confess: what does NOT go back after baby. Postpartum depression or baby blues: what is the difference? Talk therapy options. What does a slutty octopus have to do with labor and delivery? Nothing, but we still talk about it.
Jon and Mollie talk about their HOT DATE NIGHT and why you need to schedule one with your spouse! When was the last time you two went out? And what do you talk about? Facebook fans weigh in on how you CAN make date night happen, even on a budget. Baby sign language: is this for real? Learn the who, what, when, where, and how from the listeners on Facebook. Mollie confesses about blaming her farts on nerds and about her first Catholic confession! Does your kid have to be friends with everyone, or should they just be kind? What are the dangers of letting your older kid sleep in the bed with you? Jon takes off his noise-canceling headphones for an hour and joins the show. Marty shares about the Buddy Bench and tries to wrangle Mollie’s increasing tangents.
Work-from-home moms: the good, the bad, the ugly. Can you work from home? What is the sacrifice? Will your current job allow you to work from home? How to approach them to do it. How to make it more efficient and still be your kid's primary caregiver. Mollie and Jenny talk about their choice to be work-from-home moms, the sacrifice and challenges of working from home, and how a life coach may help you. Would working from home be the right choice for you, your kids, and your family? Is a sales job the right fit for you? Is the job you have now flexible for split job, job share, or telecommuting? Time for work, time to be mommy. Is your work income basically paying for childcare? Judgmental mommy: Mollie judges nannies and daycares. Work from home, stay at home, can any mom win? Do we have to do it all and if we do, will we be happy? NEWS FLASH: Mollie has stopped cussing!
TITTY TALK comin’ at you live! Is your baby ready to ween..are YOU ready to ween ? The Easter bunny, Jesus, Santa and the tooth fairy: how do you do holidays with your kids? NON SWEET treats for kids for holidays. Judgmental mommy Segment: get your kids out of the house and CUT YOUR SON’s LONG Hair! Does your little boy look like a girl? Childproofing with “The Boogie man” and Mr YUCK! Are you ready for another baby? How do you know it’s time? Jarret has baby fever! When your brothers pee on you and more….
WARNING: This episode is a bunch of hens cackling. Drooling, body odor, and detergent cravings--what could be worse? Mollie confesses with humor the most humiliating symptoms she had when she was pregnant. Facebook fans weigh in, as well. Paula explains everything from typical to weird that goes on when you’re pregnant. Sherry and Paula explain why some moms crave charcoal. Jenny V. reveals the gender and name of her baby. The ladies judge baby names and talk smack about the people who judged their kids' names. What Sherry REALLY does on Yom Kipper. Lots of hens, lots of cackling, lots of laughs.
What IS a vasectomy REALLY? What are different types of permanent birth control and how to they work? Mollie, Jenny V and Paula sit with DINK “Josh” who confessed he and his wife did not want to have kids so they made the decision to have a vasectomy. Josh reveals how he made the decision with his spouse . He walks us through the procedure itself and , whom he told, how he handles other peoples reactions to his choice, and the secret life of DINKS: double income no kids couples. How do you handle it with humor when people ask , “Are you having kids?” Jenny V reveals what the research says about what’s trending in permanent BC and why more and more people NOT wanting kids. Paula gives us the facts on how the medical field approaches permanent BC options, procedures and side effects.
Grandparents: Should my parents watch my kids, do we let them spoil them or set boundaries? But first: Is dog shit littering? Campers and diarrhea. Who looked good pregnant? AND Baby CRUSHES. Jarrett, Mollie, and Jenny talk openly and honestly about grandparents and the relationships with their kids. Facebook fans also weigh in and share their honest opinions. Are you micromanaging grandparent time? Is it time to stop the relationship with your parents? When your parent remarries, do you call their new spouse “grandma?” Jenny brings the stats: The scientifically proven benefits of grandparents watching your kids. What effect does medical marijuana have on grandma? Mollie dishes on military wives and their mothers-in-law who hate them, and concludes with the definition of grace.
What to do with the baby on a rainy day? Try your local aquarium! We interview Claire about all the options for kids and families at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. Can you get head lice from a McDonalds playground? We ask moms on Facebook about things to do with kids under 3 on a budget. We’re convinced Horchata Rockstar in the baby bottle makes babies walk faster. What’s worse: bombing on stage or the road Hana? We also discuss holding newborns and diaper changes. Bye bye stroller, Bill's got new wheels. Marty’s penguin experience. Mollie wins with Pinterest. Claire and Jon confess to shame-eating. Mollie talks about being pregnant and starving. We talk about why Jon is disabled in his knees.
Can I afford this kid? We know, talking about MONEY makes you uncomfortable, so we did it for you. Mollie Gross and Andy Salamone sit down with Trilogy financial advisor Michael Bahkshi and talk about what a financial advisor is and why every family needs one. Michael breaks down family budgets, savings, tips to increase your income and manage your money, and how to reach your family's money goals, whether it be retirement, college funds, or being a stay-at-home mom. What is a college fund? What is a ROTH IRA? What is a 401K? Michael explains it all in simple terms and lets you know, yes, you can afford your kids.
Cat crap kills sea otters? Everything was going great 'till Claire dropped science on us. Mollie and Jon had to sell their dream cars because car seats can't go on motorcycles. Are you starving and don't know what to fix or have the time to fix dinner for the family? Mollie discusses challenges when you work from home and clever ways to cook for the family. Andy confesses weight issues aren't limited to after pregnancy or WOMEN! Mollie talks about her body challenges before and after the baby. Mollie and Andy fight, and it gets uncomfortable for everyone.
Mollie drops a "real" baby on it's head....and is humiliated. Edith and Jarrett sit with Mollie to hash out the week. We ask Facebook followers and the LA DILF Jarrett G, "Is having two kids REALLY easier than one?" Jarrett and Facebook fans confess the truth about having two kids. Does your kid NEED a sibling? Are all siblings lifelong BFFs? What are the benefits of sibling rivalry? CLEVER MOMMY: Tricks to get your newborn to nap, how to entertain them while you wash your ass, a new bike to help them walk, and how to keep a baby in sight and busy while you're cooking. Plus, hear about a hip four-year-old birthday at Chuck E. Cheese. When baby naps, mommy GAMES? Food allergies in kids, weave snatching, and a kiwi story that may ruin Snapple for you for life. And, of course, farting in front of your spouse.
Mollie, Jenny V, and Sherry discuss Mollie's genetic disposition to hoard everything from baby's first onesie, to all the baby equipment he has outgrown, to 20 different half-empty deodorants. Mollie has made a New Year's commitment to clean out the hoard. The ladies asks moms on Facebook, "Baby stuff: what do you keep, what do you toss, what do you pay forward to other new moms?" Also: How do you make those sentimental items even more special instead of just clutter? Is there a genetic link to hoarding? Will Mollie's mom actually MAKE something out of all the old wine bottles on her front porch? Will Baby Bill be permanently damaged by the litter box fumes his mom Mollie inhaled while filming a sex scene in an animal hoarder's house? One thing is sure, cat litter or not, Mollie is batshit crazy, and after this episode you will probably throw out everything you own and never shop at Costco again.
Confessions of a labor and delivery nurse: Mollie's sister in law, Jerri sits with Mollie and 11 weeks prego Jenny V to give us the dirt on what goes on during labor. Can you kick your crazy mother in law out ? Do you get a prize for pooping while you push? Will baby #2 come faster than the first time? What is a high risk pregnancy? Why should you have pre-nantal screening?Are white babies really the ugliest ? We have true stories from the delivery room, the answers to the questions you asked on facebook , and of course lots of laughs. This episode is chuck full of facts, science and ridiculousness.
My sister in law is a gem, and not just because she is from the gem state. Hardy har har.. she is amazing and experienced. I hope she encouraged you to research and ask your Dr directly about the topics we went over today. As always consult your DR and we will post more info on ACOG's products and links to his CD at a later date.
What in the world is Criss-Cross Applesauce? Baby Billy, Andy, and Jarrett join Mollie in the studio and discuss what you can and cannot say in front of your kids, what exactly are you supposed to tell your kids to call their "pee pee's," and HOW do you keep your kids from sleeping in the bed with you. Is Andy a murderer? Has Mollie been banned from Target? Jarrett survives taking his three-year-old daughter potty in the men's room. AND did his daughter cuss in the pizza shop? What to say, what not to say, and how to handle it all with humor.
Newly impregnated and mom to a toddler, work-from-home mom Jenny V. sits down with Mollie and Sherry to discuss her pregnancy symptoms and what it is like to care for a toddler when you really want to nap. Dietitian Sherry Berg weighs in on what Jenny V. can and cannot eat and what will help with fatigue and nausea. Baby horoscopes, the hairy contestants on Survivor, best books and bikes for babies, this episode is jam-packed with pointers and advice. Did Mollie's energy affect Bill's diaper changes? Did Bill tell Mollie, "Bye Bye?" Will Marty enable the ladies to gain 600 pounds? And what is it REALLY like to be pregnant the second time around? This episode is equal parts hilarious and informative.
Mollie’s husband Jon regretfully joins Mollie’s show to discuss flying across the country with a baby, his love language in marriage, how to have sex at your in-laws', and all the amazing plans he has when she dies. Marty’s lover Claire confesses that Marty’s shit does not stink, AND that there is a CLASS for grandparents to refresh them on how to care for their grandbaby. Does eating cat shit make dogs live longer? Does Virgin Airlines make you horny? How do you FAIL at watching your kid at other people’s houses that are NOT child-proofed? Marty, Claire, Jon, and Mollie keep you laughing while answering all these questions. Spoiler alert: Bill takes his first steps at Grandma's!
The new moms are exhausted and punchy. Mollie sits with Jenny and Edith and confesses her baby’s latest developmental leap and everyone asking “is he walking?” has put her over the edge. The women talk about how to navigate unsolicited comments and questions from strangers with humor. The girls discuss the trials and tribulations of being “older moms”. Mollie admits she cussed out her one-year-old. Edith asks how to have a good sex life after the baby and talks about all the bald white babies at her mommy and me groups. Swallowing pennies, going potty in public with your baby, stopping breastfeeding--new mom shit, raw, candid, uncensored, and honest.
Notes: Man was I pissed during this show! Sorry for the F bombs folks, I was just really over it. I know not to let the leaps and my insecurities from other people's comments piss me off so much. We are in a much better place now.
Did we sound like June Cleaver talkin’ about meeting our husband’s sexual needs? Maybe a little. Oh well, June and Ward had a pretty rockin’marriage. If you know anything about men, then you know they are pretty simple. Feed them, F*ck them, and tell them they are awesome weekly and they will do whatever you want. We love our husbands, and unless you have a medical condition and your husband's a sexual deviant, try giving him a little lovin’ every week and everyone will be in a better mood. Sex is like exercising: you might not want to do it, but if you do it every week you will be a in a better mood and you will feel better once you start.
Get these two books: The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp and The Wonder Weeks. The Wonder Weeks has an app, too.
Mollie, Andy, and Jarrett sit down and talk honestly about LOW T and how role reversals in marriage work. Is it the same when mom works and dad stays home? Jarrett talks about being a stay-at-home dad. Mollie speaks candidly about her husband’s journey of readjustments after the Iraq war. Do fathers have LOW T? Andy admits he caught low T off a toilet in West Hollywood. Do “sammiches” make moms horny?
Notes: Here is the article I mentioned: http://healthland.time.com/2011/09/13/why-do-dads-have-lower-levels-of-testosterone/ If you are a wife of a war veteran and wish to contact me privately about adjustment issues in your home and how you can best support your spouse, please submit your question privately through “ask Mollie”. I also want to comment that for some families it works for the dad to stay home and the mom work away from the house. It did not work for me and Jon, and it did not work for Jarrett and his wife. It also did not work for me to be a 100% stay-at-home mom, but I will get to that in future episodes.
Mollie had a serious case of the mom ass. She gained 42 pounds when she was pregnant. She sits (on her once-fat ass) with fashion expert Jennifer Workman and dietician Sherry Berg to talk about how to look your best when you are postpartum and what to do and eat to help you take the weight off. How long does it take to lose the weight? Will nursing help? Secretive eating, food journals, cravings and yes, more IBS.
Notes: I am 14 months post baby and down to nursing just once or twice a day and my weight is at my comfort level. Do I need to tone more? Yes. Do I need to eat better? Yes. Is my body back to wear it was before? NO. Even though I am only 4 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight, my body shape has changed. A certain weight does not always equal a certain health status. I realize that I may look “thin” right now, but I would not say I am at my healthy best. I need to eat better. Sometimes it can be just as unhealthy to be thin as it is to be unhealthy and be overweight. I am going to take Sherry’s advice and eat better and make a list of things to eat in a week. And I will take Jenny’s advice and toss out anything ORANGE.
What do Stephen King, Party City, and birth control all have in common? Nothing, but we manage to cram all of it in this episode. Sherry, Paula, and Mollie discuss celebrity sightings, the people who buy balloons on a Tuesday morning, and all the different ON TREND methods of female and MALE birth control. The ladies will give the answers to the important questions like, do you read to your baby enough?
Notes: The book I quoted is “The Tipping Point “ by Malcolm Gladwell. He writes about the co-creator of the birth control pill, Gregory Pincus. It’s a good read. Also check out this article
Here is one of the articles I quoted terrible on male birth control:
http://motherboard.vice.com/read/the-perfect-birth-control-for-men-is-here-why-cant-we-use-it
Dr. Joel Gould, founder of Modern American Dentistry, sits with Mollie Gross and co-host Andy Salamone and speaks honestly about the proper care of babies' teeth, why Europeans have jacked up teeth, and how long you need to wait after having your teeth cleaned to have sex. Most dentists are complete BORES, but Dr. Gould is as informative as he is entertaining. He expertly gives advice on proper baby teeth hygiene and diverts all Mollie’s ridiculous questions and digs on being a Canadian. In addition to discussing whether or not it’s a big deal for a baby to fall asleep with a bottle in his or her mouth, they also discuss the importance of vitamin D, sleep, fluoride, anal bleaching, and thumbsucking. This episode is less stressful than a visit to the dentist and easier on the pocket!
Notes: All the views expressed by Dr. Gould do not directly reflect my opinions. My husband worked for big PHARMA for years and I don’t think they are evil at all. All industries just like people have good and bad aspects. That having been said his instruction on how to effectively brush my kid's teeth were a huge game changer! Dr. Gould puts up with a lot of my crap and still refuses to gas me when I get my botox injections. He is pretty RAD and more than just your average dentist. Check out his podcast, you’ll learn a ton. www.modernamericandentistry.com