T2P Episode 30: This Everyday Product Is Horrible For Kids

Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of the Trying 2 Parent Podcast! Buckle up we've got a lot to cover today.

First off, let's talk about the amazing time we had hanging out with our buddy Tom and his family. We went over to Cozumel for the first time and had an unforgettable experience. We even went out on a boat, where we swam with a bunch of stingrays and encountered a very scary giant barracuda. We also ate some fresh caught fish and just had an all around great time.

During our trip, Tom brought up an interesting point about spending a lot of time with your spouse and doing everything together as a family. Some people find it weird, but we discussed the importance of building strong connections and creating memories together. I mean you marry your person for a reason right?

In other news, I'm expecting a nice little bonus from work at the end of this month. It's always a pleasant surprise to receive some extra funds.

On a different note, I restarted my new chest tattoo and have day two of the process today. Holy smokes I forgot how exhausting these things are to get.

Speaking of tattoos, it got us thinking about our kids getting tattoos when they're older. We had a discussion about our feelings on the matter and when we believe an appropriate age for getting a tattoo might be. It's an interesting topic to explore.

We're also getting really excited about our upcoming trip to Japan. Our national conference is in less than 60 days, which means we'll be heading to Japan in less than 90 days. The anticipation is building!

Before we move on, I want to apologize about the guest situation. Last week, I mentioned that we would have our first guest this week, but I forgot that my tattoo appointments were also scheduled for the same weekend. So, next week, we promise to have our first guest on to discuss all things parenting with us.

Now, let's talk snacks! One thing that gets me excited about having kids, especially as they grow older, is the fact that we'll always have snacks on deck. Snacking is something I truly enjoy, and I used to be the snack king at school. It's comforting to know that our future kids won't go hungry in the snack department ha.

However, I must admit that I haven't been getting great sleep lately, and it concerns me when I think about having a child and the inevitable sleep deprivation that comes with it. Lack of sleep can put you on edge and lead to arguments, as many new parents can attest to. It's a challenge we'll have to navigate when the time comes.

Moving on to highs and lows, the highlight of the week was Amanda getting her first sale since going full-time, and our agency is growing with three new agents coming on board. On the other hand, I felt a bit out of it with work this past week, and I'm not exactly sure why. Shit happens I'll bounce back.

One of our main topic of discussion this episode revolves around religion and the LGBTQ community. We'll be sharing our thoughts and stances on this important and sensitive issue.

In the news segment, Amanda delves into the topic of artificial food coloring and its effects on young children. It's alarming to see how it can contribute to uncontrollable behavior. We'll explore this further and share our insights.

Now, let's engage with our listeners. We want to know how you manage frustrations and handle agitation with your kids. It's an ongoing challenge, and we'd love to hear your strategies.

And as always, we'll wrap up with some '90s nostalgia. Be sure to tune in ever week to get your dose of the podcast. We've got some big news dropping soon. Much love everyone.