We are picking back up with answering more of your questions! We give our opinions and how we handled seeing family and friends during the newborn stage, tips transitioning from one to two kids, and how long it took us to feel ourselves again (mentally and physically) postpartum. That question leads us into a good discussion about how we are supposed to change and evolve over time, and others saying "you've changed" should be taken as a compliment! We end it with a few more specific questions - what stage was the hardest and the NOT to terrible twos, tips (or lack thereof) for kids out dining, how we like to spend out money and whether to talk to your gym crush! If you liked this episode, please leave us a 5 star review! Follow us on instagram @badwivesclubpodcast and Tik Tok @badwivesclub
First off, some exciting news that Booty By Brabants is opening up a new store in the North Shore! We hear all about this amazing new location, so don't forget to check it out this Spring. We got so many amazing questions, so we're answering a bunch over a couple episodes. Today we talk about how you can make "wife" friends, opinions on the Karen Read murder trail, what our favorite staple pieces are for a timeless wardrobe, and how Liz glamorizes her workout to get her ass to the gym! If you loved this episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and hit the follow button. You can also follow us on instagram: @badwivesclubpodcast
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58. Canceling Mom Guilt
We’re done with the era of mom guilt. In this episode, we're breaking up with the pressure to “do it all” and finally tossing out the guilt that comes with taking time for ourselves. Whether it’s chasing career goals, running a business, hitting the gym solo, or just sitting in silence with a coffee (without anyone touching you) you deserve it, mama. Society might’ve handed us a guilt trip, but we’re not packing our bags. Tune in as we talk about our perspectives of a work life balance, and why being a great mom doesn’t mean being everything to everyone, all the time! If you loved this episode, please leave us a 5 star review! Don't forget to follow us on instagram: @badwivesclubpodcast
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57. FAFO Parenting, Pacifier Breakups and the Great Dog Escape
Happy Thursday BWC! We're frazzled this AM with the never easy task of moms leaving the house - of course Libby has a story of what just transpired before recording started, which evolves into screen time, Ipads, rough play amongst boys, and sibling relationships. We talk about that not-so-new parenting style "FAFO" (F*ck around and find out!) and agree that none of us are the most gentle parents. We talk about the difference between catholic vs. public schools, which route may be the best fit for our children, and why. Delilah had a MAJOR breakup with her pacifier, so we get into that whole discussion of how Liz and Delilah handled that situation like a champ! All up until....the great dog escape at the Fragala household that lead to ticks and injuries! We end this episode talking about "wind down" supplements that have been helping Liz manage her anxiety. Link to supplements: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/LizFragala/posts/cd999ff1-1084-11f0-8ca6-0242ac110018If you loved this episode, please leave us a five-star review & Follow us on instagram @badwivesclubpodcast
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56. Mom squads, confident kids & the Vegas trip neither of us were on
How many stories can we tell in 30 min?! ALOT. Liz survived solo-parenting all while her husband was on a "work trip" in Vegas, following his every move. With a solid community of moms around her, she not only had many helping hands, but she also was thrown a curve ball (in the best way!). She tells us a really heart-warming story about her son being brave and confident, dealing with friendship dynamics head on. Libby wraps it up with the only excitement of her week - the doomsday of her husband opening her packages. We are working on our adult emotions around the kids, so here is your reminder to always apologize for losing your cool around the littles! If you loved this episode, please leave us a 5 star review! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @badwivesclubpodcast !
Welcome to The Bad Wives Club! We’re Libby & Liz — two best friends bringing our phone conversations straight to your speakers. We talk about the good, the bad, and the real life of marriage and motherhood. We’ve been through it all together for over 15 years—growing up, growing families, and figuring out life one stage at a time. We’re not professionals, just two moms keeping it real and leaving the expert advice to, well… the experts. Tune in weekly to hear all about how we juggle our daily lives as working moms, all while confidently NOT doing it all (*insert husband here*)!
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