Surviving Year One: Expert Tips & Dad Jokes

Welcome back to Parenting Uncovered! In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Sabrina Schmeichel, a fellow parent and expert in navigating the wild journey of parenthood. From the challenges of raising a one-year-old to the importance of reaching out for support, we delved into invaluable insights. Sabrina's take on toy rotation and Montessori learning sparked some exciting ideas for us and hopefully for you too! Plus, who doesn't love a good dad joke to wrap things up? Tune in for practical tips and a dose of encouragement for all you early-stage parents out there. ------------------------------------- For all links mentioned in the episode and more: https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage ------------------------------------- Takeaways Remember that your little one is a tiny person with needs and emotions. Understanding their communication and relating to them can help navigate challenges. Asking for help and accepting it is essential for parental well-being. Trusting your partner and allowing them to take care of the baby can strengthen your relationship. Toy rotation and Montessori learning can stimulate your child's creativity and imagination. Limiting the number of toys and providing a curated selection can enhance their play experience. Parenting practices have evolved over the decades, and it's important to stay informed and adapt to new research and recommendations. ------------------------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:00 Struggles of Raising a Little One 04:18 Lessons Learned in the First Year of Parenthood 05:40 Importance of Asking for Help 06:37 Supporting Each Other in Parenthood 25:25 Fascinating Parenting Facts Through the Decades 27:48 Dad Joke 28:27 Where to Find Sabrina Schmeichel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Parenting isn’t easy and every stage brings another challenge. Are we good parents? What should we be teaching our kids? Is it too late? Every week, Dave & Ashley Willis break down parenting's big questions and uncover the secrets of raising great kids! If you're seeking regular guidance, practical tips, and encouragement, tune in as we peel back the layers of parenting. Plus, each episode will end with a dad joke from Dave and a fascinating parenting fact from Ashley. Dave & Ashley Willis, hosts of the wildly popular Naked Marriage Podcast, are excited to announce their new parenting podcast, Parenting Uncovered. With four kids ranging from elementary school to college, they have a wealth of experience to share. The podcast will feature interviews, practical content, and biblical truth about parenting. Each episode will end with a dad joke from Dave and a fascinating parenting fact from Ashley.  Dave & Ashley’s marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry. They partnered with XO Marriage, the nation’s largest marriage-focused ministry, in 2018. The Willis family includes four sons ranging in age from elementary school to college and a rescue dog named “Chi Chi.” When Dave and Ashley aren’t writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks where they develop many of their content ideas.