This week on Two Parents & A Podcast – HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVE!

We kick things off with gift giving convo (because DUH), including the internet weighing in with their opinions on our neighbor gifts and the ONE toddler toy that has truly earned its spot (because ever notice that toddlers seem to prefer household items over toys???).

Next, we get into holiday travel with a 1-year-old (new airplane-only toys, long flights, and managing expectations). We also share how we’re spending the next two weeks (RELAXING) before diving into the viral discourse of the week around “borrowing husbands” and the Kroger wife situation (and why helping people in your community should not be controversial).

Harrison brings in 1,000 years of relationship advice from the Curiosity Chronicle (do not keep score, never stop dating, and genuinely enjoy each other). Then the fun stuff. We spiral briefly into dental TikTok with a question about blowing on your kid’s food, share a great Austin policy about waived parking tickets for responsible rides home, and talk about when kids develop critical thinking and why Santa works so well (your words become their inner voice).

We wrap with a holiday classic debate about whether gifts from Santa should be wrapped (apparently every household does this differently??) and finish with a conversation everyone can agree on: New Year’s is the most overrated holiday.

LOVE YOU GUYS and happy holidays. 💛

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:01:12 Gift giving (love languages, internet opinions on our neighbor gifts, & our top toddler gift)

00:06:24 Why do toddlers prefer household items over toys?! 

00:10:25 Traveling for the holidays with a 1-year-old

00:14:25 Is it okay to use your partner’s Netflix profile?

00:16:00 How we’re spending the next two weeks 

00:24:40 “Can I borrow your husband?” & the Kroger wife discourse

00:31:37 1,000 years of relationship advice from the Curiosity Chronicle 

00:43:05 Can blowing on your kid’s food cause cavities?

00:44:46 Things We DMed Eachother: Austin parking tickets waived for responsible rides home

00:45:48 Things We Learned This Week: When kids develop critical thinking (and why Santa works)

00:48:18 Do you wrap gifts from Santa?

00:53:00 Is New Year’s the most overrated holiday?

00:54:55 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re back with Emily Oster (bestselling author, economist, and the data-driven voice behind ParentData.org) this time diving into some of the most common (and most stressful???) early parenting decisions.

From breastfeeding and formula to alcohol while nursing, sleep training, childcare, discipline, screen time, and vaccines, Emily explains what’s actually supported by research versus what’s been inflated by guilt, outdated thinking, and internet panic. She breaks down why some benefits are smaller than they’re often made out to be, why rigid “rules” can miss the bigger picture, and why parents deserve clearer context without shame.

If you’ve ever questioned the parenting “rules,” this episode offers more context (not more rules) so you can decide what works for your family!!! 

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! (pt 2 with Emily Oster)

00:00:48 Introduction to Emily Oster

00:01:48 Breastfeeding: what benefits are actually proven (and how big are they)?

00:07:50 Alcohol while breastfeeding: do you ever need to pump & dump?

00:09:25 Sleep training / cry it out: is it safe — and what does the data say long-term?

00:14:46 Child care: does daycare/nannies affect kids — and what should parents prioritize?

00:17:31 Spanking & discipline: does spanking work — and what’s the better alternative?

00:23:48 Screen time: what matters for toddlers — and is “overstimulation” real?

00:36:30 Vaccines: should you follow the schedule, space them out, or opt out of any?

00:43:54 Thank you for listening!

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast - Wednesday morning was… action-packed, to say the least. Long story short: do NOT recommend getting food poisoning while pregnant. (Long story long: watch the episode.)

From there, we recap our Happy Everything Toy Drive from this past weekend (a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came, helped, donated, or sponsored — we’re still blown away!!!). Then we spiral into a bunch of travel topics (ever notice how podcasters love to talk about planes??): balancing work travel and parenting, meeting people IRL at the airport, and a heated debate over whether you should dress up for flights (spoiler alert: NOOO). 

Next up: a PSA for dads — you are in charge of mom’s stocking. We break down how to actually make it good (and not an afterthought!!). And we also share 5(ish) creative ideas for weaning off the pacifier. Important note: we haven’t tried these yet — they’re methods we’ve heard work and are about to start figuring out ourselves!! 

Finally, in Things We DMed Each Other: positive stats that helped ease working-parent guilt, plus Toyota’s new self-driving pod for kids??? 

LOVE YOU GUYS! 

Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 

00:00:41 Food poisoning during pregnancy 

00:13:42 Happy Everything Toy Drive recap! 

00:15:51 Balancing work travel and parenting 

00:17:46 Can you actually find a date at the airport?! 

00:25:53 Should you dress up for flights?

00:31:57 Are we wearing fur hoods wrong?!

00:32:41 Our holiday travel plans

00:33:25 Stockings for moms 

00:36:22 5 creative ways to wean off the pacifier 

00:42:40 Things We DMed Each Other: Positive statistics for kids of working moms

00:45:12 Things We DMed Each Other: Toyota’s self-driving pod for kids

00:50:34 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by Laura Modi — co-founder & CEO of Bobbie — to talk through everything parents actually need to know about infant formula, without the fear, guilt, or internet panic.

Laura breaks down formula in a way that finally makes sense: what it is, how it’s designed to mimic breast milk, how to read ingredient labels, and which things actually matter (+which ones parents can stop spiraling about). We also get into why formulas that look nearly identical can be priced so differently, whether European formulas are really “better” than U.S. formulas, and why seed oils have become such a hot-button topic in this space.

We also talk openly about recalls, safety standards, switching formulas, and the emotional weight that comes with feeding decisions — including the guilt and pressure so many parents experience when breastfeeding doesn’t go as planned or when formula ends up being the right choice for their family (because feeding your baby should not feel like a moral test).

If you’ve ever stood in the formula aisle feeling overwhelmed, gone down an ingredient-label rabbit hole, or wondered if you’re “doing it right” (you are) — this episode is here to bring clarity, confidence, and a whole lot of relief (and maybe help you close 17 browser tabs).

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome Back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 

00:00:32 Meet Laura Modi, Co-Founder & CEO of Bobbie

00:03:15 Formula 101: What It Is, How It Mimics Breast Milk & How to Read a Formula Label

00:04:50 The Top 3 Ingredients to Look for in Infant Formula 

00:06:03 The Top 3 Ingredients to Avoid in Infant Formula

00:07:00 Why Formula Prices Vary (Even When Ingredients Look Similar)

00:10:17 How Formula Is Approved, Tested & Regulated in the U.S.

00:14:38 Are European Formulas Really “Better Than” U.S. Formulas?

00:17:08 Why Seed Oils Became So Controversial

00:25:00 What Infant Formula Would Look Like Without Seed Oils

00:29:09 The ByHeart Recall & How Parents Should Think About Safety

00:31:13 The Biggest Formula Myth Parents Need to Unlearn

00:35:24 When a Formula Isn’t Working & How to Know It’s Time to Switch

00:37:25 Feeding Guilt, Shame & Choosing What’s Best for Your Baby

00:40:46 Where Laura Hopes Bobbie Will Be in 10 Years

00:42:00 Thanks for Listening!

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re talking about something we’ve been noticing in real time — how our relationship and everyday behaviors are already rubbing off on Tate. From tone to little habits to how we treat people, she’s absorbing way more than we realized (and we’re sharing what we learned about all of it!!!!).

Before that: our first 3-night trip away from Tate (!!) — how it went, what surprised us, and whether toddlers truly can’t tell the difference between 7 minutes and 7 hours??  We also recap a very chaotic week at home: the car getting booted (and the boot mysteriously disappearing), Solidcore-gate taking over our For You Pages, toy drive prep, and more. 

In Things We DMed Each Other: 2026 parenting trends — dad push presents (NO!!!!), the end of beige nurseries & low-stimulation play taking over. Plus we learned the REEL story behind why Flappy Bird was deleted (and it’s kind of adorable). 

LOVE YOU GUYS ❤️

Ps. Do you have to wait for pan to cool before washing after cooking?!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 

00:02:36 Holiday tip for donating clothes/toys! 

00:04:55 The car gets booted… and mysteriously un-booted overnight??

00:09:32 Solidcore-gate

00:14:40 Our first 3-night trip away from Tate + NYC recap

00:25:56 Have you ever heard of a “sussy”?

00:29:05 Would you share a toothbrush with your partner?

00:31:48 Bicker of the Week: Do you have to let the pan cool before washing it?

00:35:36 Growing up with socially confident parents & the “social skills lottery”

00:37:48 Kids are always watching: modeling kindness, affection & everyday behavior

00:42:05 How we’ll handle arguments in front of our kids & closing the loop after conflict

00:46:43 Things We DMed Each Other: Biggest parenting trends that’ll be everywhere in 2026

00:57:46 Things We DMed Each Other: The real story behind why Flappy Bird disappeared

01:01:11 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re joined by Emily Oster — bestselling author, economist, and the data-driven voice behind ParentData.org— to separate pregnancy facts from fear-based fiction.

From sushi and soft cheese to caffeine, deli meat, and yes — even a little wine — Emily breaks down what’s actually backed by research vs. what’s just outdated “pregnancy police” rules we’ve all heard. We also get into nausea myths, Ozempic, Botox, NIPT false positives, elective inductions, epidurals, and the real risks people should pay attention to.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting pregnancy advice, Googled something you immediately regretted, or wondered what really matters for a healthy pregnancy — this one’s going to bring so much relief (and maybe give you permission to enjoy that Diet Coke again!!!).

Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:44 Introduction to Emily Oster

00:03:25 How did an economist become one of the most trusted voices in pregnancy?

00:07:07 What’s the #1 pregnancy rule that doesn’t make sense once you look at the research?

00:10:16 How much of the advice we hear is truly backed by research vs. just old-school caution?

00:11:02 Is there any truth to “more nausea = healthier pregnancy”?

00:15:50 What’s the real risk with deli meat and listeria today?

00:19:02 Can pregnant women safely eat sushi?

00:24:40 Soft cheeses & runny eggs

00:25:12 How much caffeine is safe during pregnancy?

00:26:54 Can you drink alcohol during pregnancy?

00:28:30 Can you smoke, vape, or eat gummies during pregnancy?

00:30:18 Can you take Ozempic, get Botox, or use retinol during pregnancy?

00:33:48 What is the #1 thing to avoid during pregnancy?

00:35:07  How accurate is NIPT really? (False positives explained)

00:38:45  Elective inductions at 39 weeks — what does data say?

00:45:09 Do epidurals affect labor progression?

00:45:40 Vitamin K shot & newborn eye ointment — what parents need to know

00:46:30 Should women eat their placenta?

00:49:16 Rapid-fire: Diet Coke, spicy food, stress, flying & prenatals

00:51:45 What pregnancy myth do you wish would disappear forever?

00:52:34 Thank you for listening! 

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast we’re deep in baby-name land — specifically the very important question: if you’re only ever going to call a baby the nickname… why give them the long name?! 😂 We’ve FINALLY got two frontrunners we’re excited about and can’t wait to share… in April after he’s born LOL.

We’re also excited to share that we are OFFICIALLY hosting a toy & coat drive at the Austin Motel (!!) — details coming very soon.

Later in the episode, we get into some outstanding Q&As: what’s helping me with pregnancy anxiety right now, how we divide and conquer parenting at social events, and what to do when one parent becomes the clear favorite. Plus — our experience-only holiday gift list is here for those who do not have room for more toys 😂

Oh — and in Things We DMed Each Other: are modern diapers too good?! Which launches us into a very real potty-training bicker and… this week’s Bicker of the Week: airplane window shades up or down during landing? ✈️

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & a Podcast!

00:03:30 We’re becoming “my kid is a genius” art parents after Tate’s first art project

00:06:55 Why is it so hard to type on an iPhone?

00:11:35 Baby boy name talk: long names vs nicknames

00:16:16 We’re hosting a toy drive!

00:18:50 Chocolate molten lava cake belongs on every menu

00:26:01 Q&A: How do you handle pregnancy anxiety?

00:30:42 Q&A: How do you split parenting duties at a social event?

00:37:13 Q&A: Do you get upset when the other person is the favorite parent?

00:40:00 “We don’t need more toys” gift idea list

00:45:48 Things We DMed Eachother: Are modern diapers TOO good?

00:50:37 Bicker of the Week: airplane window shade up or down during landing?

00:53:03 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re answering YOUR holiday questions — from gift-giving rules to family traditions to surviving holiday travel with a 1-year-old.

We’re talking what we’re getting Tate for Christmas (if you’ve been here since last year - you know the answer), our official stance on physical gifts (less is more), and the tiny things we’re doing to make the holidays feel magical in our house.

Plus questions like: does Santa exist? (Easy answer: yes.) How we’re celebrating Chrismakkuh. And of course… what holiday traditions we hope will become our traditions as a family (and seriously — how did it end up being the Turkey Trot???)

Plus: a Thanksgiving recap, holiday travel stories (please weigh in: do you think cats should be allowed on planes?!), and our best attempt at keeping Tate on schedule during holiday season (spoiler alert: you really cant). 

As always, LOVE YOU GUYS! 

Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:11:15 Q&A: What are you getting Tate for Christmas?

00:14:58 Q&A: Thoughts on gift giving for kids? Go all out or less is more? 

00:16:54 Q&A: How are you planning to make the holidays magical? Looking for new ideas

00:19:37 Q&A: Are you doing Santa?

00:21:48 Q&A: How do you split holidays with in-laws?

00:25:18 Q&A: How was your Thanksgiving?! 

00:28:17 00:28:17 Quick Q&A break: Thanksgiving  travel, cats on planes?! + team-player moms

00:36:18 Q&A: Traveling with a 1yo for Xmas. NERVOUS HELP

00:39:56 Q&A: How do you keep Tate’s schedule during the holidays? 

00:45:50 Q&A: Holiday tradition you hope to start?

00:50:18 Q&A: How do you guys divide different religions when it comes to holidays (Christmas/Hanukkah)?

00:53:50 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast (WEDNESDAY EDITION!!) we’re kicking things off with our Black Friday must-haves — the things we actually use, actually love, and actually recommend for moms, dads, and babies. From pregnancy wardrobe staples to Harrison’s new slipper obsession to the toddler toys that aren’t a waste of money (and no, we did not say stocks LOL), we’re breaking down exactly what’s worth grabbing this week. (All linked HERE: https://shopmy.us/justalexbennett/gift-guides)

We’re also fully in Thanksgiving mode — reflecting on Friendsgiving, getting ready for our trip to OKC, and sharing our NYC holiday plans (yes, the Rockettes are officially happening). We also share out experience adopting from an Angel Tree, why it’s actually the sweetest trend on TikTok, and why it ended up being the highlight of the entire week!!! 

We get into Harrison’s annual dentist saga that somehow becomes a full-blown scam investigation (every. single. time.). Plus: negotiating home repairs like a true dad (is everything negotiable?! apparently yes). We also squeeze in a Flock taste test, the great “do men even notice nails?” debate (we literally called a single man), a chat on slow vs. fast dopamine for kids (the science is wild), and whether we’d ever let AI trade our money (Harrison says… maybe?!).

As always… LOVE YOU GUYS!!! (Happy Thanksgiving!!!)

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:02:15 Toy refresh at 14 months 

00:05:03 We’re excited for Thanksgiving!!

00:07:05 Is everything negotiable?!  

00:12:12 My experience adopting from an angel tree

00:17:36 Do single men notice whether a woman’s fingernails are manicured or not?

00:22:25 Harrison’s health update 

00:24:37 What we’re watching: Beast in Me & All her fault 

00:25:30 New York City during the holidays 

00:28:58 Are dentists still running the biggest scam in America?! 

00:31:58 An answer to if men care about nails (we got a call back!)

00:34:00 Flock Taste test

00:37:18 Black Friday vs. Boxing Day 

00:41:46 Black Friday Gift Guide (Mom & Dad)

00:53:47 Black Friday Gift Guide (Baby)

01:02:33 Things We DMed Eachother: Slow vs. Quick Dopamine

01:04:29 Things We DMed Eachother: Would you let AI trade your money?

01:10:14 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

#twoparentsandapod

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This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Grayson — CPST, internationally-certified child passenger safety technician, and one of the most trusted baby gear experts in the country — to talk all things baby products, safety, and what parents actually need.

From the best & worst baby products on the market, to what really matters when choosing a car seat (hint: price ≠ safety), Jamie breaks down the myths, confusion, and overwhelm that every parent faces when trying to keep their baby safe. We also get into baby-proofing basics, how to avoid unsafe products online, why recalls get so misunderstood, and the most overlooked safety mistake parents make every single day.

If you’ve ever wondered which baby products are worth the $$$, which ones to skip completely, how to travel safely, or how to make your home safer without losing your mind — this episode is going to be a lifesaver :-)

LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:08 Introduction to Jamie Grayson (CPST & Baby Gear Expert)

00:06:27 Top 3 baby gear safety tips for parents (price, harnesses, registering)

00:07:36 How baby product recalls really work

00:12:00 How to choose the right car seat for your baby

00:16:44 Best travel car seat options

00:23:05 Recommended car seat brands & models

00:26:00 Rear-facing car seat rules: when to turn them forward

00:29:15 How Jamie became “the baby gear guy”

00:31:10 How to pick the right baby carrier

00:33:29 Safe babywearing checklist (airway, hips, M-position)

00:35:40 Regulated vs unregulated baby products (what parents should know)

00:40:08 How to test if a toy is a choking hazard + recommended toys for babies & toddlers

00:41:55 Crib safety 101 (what can go in the crib & when)

00:45:00 Top 3 baby products that make life easier & safer (high chair, baby carrier, bathtub)

00:53:43 3 popular baby items parents should avoid (wipe warmers, diaper pails, unregulated add-ons)

00:57:22 Baby safety topic most parents aren’t thinking about

00:58:32 Babyproofing basics: where to start in your home

01:00:40 #1 tip from a baby gear expert: don’t be afraid to ask for help

01:03:58 Thank you for listening! 

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This week we’re recapping an unreal Friendsgiving weekend, talking about the parenting moments we want to carry into our own home (hello, polite kids!), and unpacking Alex’s latest pregnancy mystery: is the chiropractor helping… or is it all a scam?! (like DENTISTS!)

We also get into solo date nights, the official debut of the Caddy, the comeback of corded headphones (??), and if it’s better to overshare or gatekeep (guess which one of us does which LOL).  Plus: Tate’s newest developments, the most random thing that instantly stops her from crying, and two wild DMs — McDonald’s blank-box Happy Meals and a designer who rebranded Gushers into a “healthy” fruit chew.

As always, LOVE YOU GUYS! 

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:00:38 It’s Thanksgiving eve week (LOL)

00:05:15 The art of a solo dinner date 

00:07:15 We’re finally talking about the Caddy!! 

00:10:30 Triple-tasking: laptop, TV & music

00:12:50 Are corded headphones back?

00:17:40 Oversharing vs. gatekeeping

00:19:58 My experience is a chiropractor for Pregnancy back & neck pain

00:22:58 Giving back this holiday season

00:27:14 Friendsgiving at the ranch 

00:32:05 

00:35:06 Is it cheating to re-plate store-bought food?

00:39:05 Quick pause for some Tate developmental updates 

00:41:59 Raising polite kids

00:43:08 What’s the most unique thing you can do to make a kid stop crying?

00:44:59 Things We DMed Each Other: McDonald’s _______  Meals

00:49:53 Things We DMed Each Other: Rebranding Gushers as a health gummy

00:53:40 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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