We are talking about the unspoken rules of youth hockey and sharing everything we wish we'd known before our kids started moving teams. Why do so many parents feel like they're navigating a world with rules that no one is actually willing to explain? This episode isn't just about hockey—it's about parenting. We talk about trusting your instincts, asking the uncomfortable questions, choosing coaches based on character instead of reputation, and remembering that your child's emotional well-being matters just as much as their athletic development. You are your child's biggest advocate. Don't be afraid to use your voice.

Keywords

youth sports, parenting, coaching, hockey, team selection, child development, sportsmanship, parental advocacy

Key topics

• Choosing the right sports team and coach
• Advocating for your child's needs and well-being
• Understanding the unspoken rules and culture of youth sports
• Balancing competitiveness and fun in sports
• The importance of communication between parents and coaches
• Recognizing and addressing toxic behaviors in sports environments
• Supporting your child's development and love for the game

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Summer is supposed to be relaxing, so why does it feel like we're working harder than ever? We're talking about the chaos that starts the minute school ends—from packing for vacations and keeping everyone healthy, to realizing moms somehow become the family's travel coordinator, logistics manager, and nurse all at once. Because without fail, someone always gets sick. It's basically a vacation rule. So we've become those moms who pack for everything—from scrapes and little cuts to the first sign of a sore throat or cold. We'd much rather be overprepared than spend our vacation searching for a pharmacy!

Head to https://www.betadine.ca/ for the Betadine products we always throw in our suitcase to help keep the little things from becoming big vacation problems.

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In this repeat episode we talk about what defines good parenting—and how do you know if you’re actually doing it right? In those first ten years, we felt like we were getting an A+: the routines, the structure, the feeling that we were showing up and doing everything we could. Even though it was physically and mentally exhausting, there was a sense of control and purpose.

But parenting evolves as kids get older. The job shifts from managing every detail to sharing the responsibility, letting them make their own choices, and moving into more of a coaching role. Because parenting isn’t a straight path—it’s the ultimate freight train ride, and you’re just trying to hold on through every twist, turn, and unexpected stop.

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In this repeat episode we’re talking about desire — where it comes from, where it goes, and why it seems to change so much over the years. Has our definition of sexual desire evolved as we’ve gotten older, or did the chaos of life, parenting, and the endless mental load slowly push it to the back burner?

Nat used to be a full-on walking horndog, but somewhere between motherhood, exhaustion, and keeping everyone else alive, desire took a bit of a back seat. So we’re asking: does desire disappear when your kids are little only to come rushing back when they leave the house? Or does empty nesting shine a giant spotlight on your relationship when all the distractions are gone and there are no more excuses left?

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Three years ago Cat's daughter Olivia got a concussion... and it changed everything. What we thought would be a 10-day recovery turned into a year-long journey through chronic headaches, dizziness, vision problems, panic, endless appointments, and lots of questions unanswered. Today Olivia joins Cat to share what happened—from the moment she hit her head to what recovery actually looked like. We talk about the mistakes we made, the advice we wish we'd been given on day one, why concussions are so misunderstood, and the treatments that finally helped us find a path forward. If your child has ever hit their head, is recovering from a concussion, or you're feeling completely lost trying to navigate the system, this conversation is for you. We aren't doctors, but we are parents who lived it, and we're sharing everything we wish we'd known sooner. Because sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the injury itself—it's finding someone who knows how to help!

Keywords

concussion, brain injury, recovery, health, teens, parents, medical system, management, symptoms, research concussion, neurorehabilitation, brain injury, recovery tips, nervous system, concussion management, brain health, concussion therapy, mental health, recovery journey

Key topics

• Concussion symptoms and misdiagnosis
• Lack of information and medical support
• Management vs. cure in concussion recovery
• The importance of neurological and eye assessments
• The evolving research on brain injuries Concussion rehabilitation techniques
• Importance of nervous system calming
• Role of neurotherapy and specialized clinics
• Managing emotional and mental health during recovery
• Practical daily routines and activity pacing

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It is officially summer so that means we are bringing you back some of YOUR favourite episodes!!

There is a shift in parenting older kids. The roles, the routines, even the purpose. Do we need a club? Hobbies? A retirement home for people our age? We ask ourselves the three questions every mom should ask. Weigh in and let us know your answers!

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We are bringing you a repeat this holiday weekend! This episode isn’t just about sports—it’s about confidence, resilience, and rethinking what winning really means. We get into the pressure parents put on kids, the entitlement that can creep into youth sports, and why sometimes the biggest lessons happen off the field.

And because we can never leave well enough alone, we dream up our latest million-dollar idea: live post-game feedback panels where real experts break down every player's performance—for both the kids and the parents. It would be completely unhinged... and we'd absolutely watch.

Whether you're a sports parent, a coach, or just someone who appreciates the chaos that comes with raising kids, this episode is full of laughs, honest conversations, and reminders that success isn't just about trophies—it's about raising confident, resilient humans. So if you've ever questioned whether everyone takes youth sports a little too seriously, this one's for you.

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We are a little all over the place this week! We get into a very real conversation about perimenopause, unpredictable periods, navigating women's healthcare, and why getting answers shouldn't be harder than booking Botox. We also chat about sports nutrition, the pressure social media puts on feeding our kids "the right way," and why girls love hanging out in their rooms while boys disappear to the basement. Plus, we're sharing our ultimate dorm shopping list for parents getting ready to send their kids off to university. Find it (and so much more!) here: https://shopmy.us/shop/catandnat.

Keywords

family cooking, cultural food differences, perimenopause, women's health, parenting, nutrition, dorm essentials

Key topics

Teaching kids to cook meat safely

Cultural differences in food preferences

Perimenopause symptoms and medical procedures

Essential dorm room items and organization

Family food traditions and myths

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Today we’re joined by career coach, recruiter, content creator, public speaker and author Emily Durham for a conversation every parent of a teen or young adult needs to hear. Emily's longtime expertise in hiring and recruitment has made her a trusted voice on modern hiring, Gen Z careers, and the evolving world of work. We get into the reality of today’s job market, why getting hired feels harder than ever, and what skills actually matter in a world where AI is changing everything. Emily breaks down why empathy, decision-making, leadership, and communication may be more valuable than technical skill, how teens can stand out in a crowded job market, and why old-school tactics like walking in with a resume might be making a comeback. We also talk about Gen Z’s relationship with work, why they’re not as lazy as people think, and how parents can guide their kids without turning every conversation into a lecture.

For more from Emily, follow her on Instagram at @emily.the.recruiter. And for the career resource she wishes she'd had herself, check out her debut book, Clock In: No-BS Advice for Getting Ahead in Your Career (Without Losing Your Mind), at emilydurham.org/clock-in.

Keywords

career advice, future of work, skills development, Gen Z, education, AI, job market, parenting, career coaching

Key topics

Shift in the job market due to AI and technology

Importance of transferable skills like judgment and empathy

How parents can help kids develop soft skills

The changing landscape of university education

The role of social media in hiring decisions

Practical tips for teens to build their resumes

The importance of early work experience and volunteering

Adapting career education to modern needs

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We’re talking hockey drafts, hockey agents, hockey reality shows, hockey WAGs and the absolutely wild world of youth sports where kids seem to need highlight reels, social media managers, and future plans before they can even drive. We debate whether young athletes really need agents, if social media is helping or hurting kids chasing big dreams, and whether talent alone is still enough to get noticed. Plus, we share stories from the rink that will have every sports parent nodding along. And then Nat quizzes Cat on hockey slang! Tune in to find out if Cat is a hockey expert or just really good at guessing.

Keywords

hockey, youth sports, social media, parenting, sports terminology, hockey slang, kids and social media, sports drafts, athlete branding

Key topics

• Hockey terminology and slang explained
• The youth sports draft process and athlete development
• The role of social media in young athletes' careers
• Parenting tips for kids in competitive sports
• Insights into hockey culture and community

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