T2P Episode 34: Wise Advice From A Father Of Two (Special Guest Dre Payne)

What’s up everyone and welcome back to another exciting episode of the Trying 2 Parent Podcast!

We've got a lot to cover in this episode, so let's dive right in. Tomorrow, we're heading out to Vegas for my grandma's celebration of life. It's a bittersweet occasion, but we're grateful for the opportunity to honor her memory and be there with family.

In other news, Amanda helped a lovely old man this weekend get some coverage, and it was such a rewarding experience. Making a positive impact in someone's life is always a high point for us.

The weather has been scorching hot lately! Summer is definitely in full swing, and we're doing our best to stay cool and hydrated.

On the home front, we're ready to move into a house. Finding the perfect place to raise our growing family is a top priority, and we can't wait to settle into a home with a bit less noise.

Oh, and did we mention the solid UFC fights this weekend? We're huge fans, and it was a great card.

Now, let's dive into some parenting updates from the book I've been reading, "We're Pregnant: The First-Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook." One thing that's been confusing me are these baby size comparisons. They just don't seem very accurate. Have you experienced the same confusion? We'd love to hear your thoughts.

In terms of highs and lows, I've been chatting and helping some really great people recently. It's fulfilling to connect with others and provide support where needed. Additionally, we've started our group interviews on Zoom, and it's been a fun and insightful experience.

In the news segment, Amanda discusses the effects of stress while pregnant. It's an important topic that highlights the significance of managing stress levels during pregnancy for the well-being of both mom and baby.

We have a special treat for you today as we welcome a guest from the FTS Podcast. This guest will share their unique perspective as a dad at 16 and the father of two girls. It promises to be an eye-opening and inspiring conversation that we can all learn from. Be sure to give him a follow at the FTS podcast wherever you listen to us.

And now, it's time to take a trip down memory lane with our '90s nostalgia segment. Do you remember what JNCO jeans stood for? What about when the tragic loss of Biggie Smalls, also known as The Notorious B.I.G.,  year did he pass and how old was he when he was killed? In the same year, what movie made history by becoming the first-ever film to gross over $1 billion. As for the popular sitcom "Friends," it centered around how many main characters that captivated audiences throughout the '90s?

That wraps up this episode of Trying 2 Parent. We hope you enjoyed our discussions, updates, and the guest interview. Stay tuned for more parenting insights, stories, and exciting guests in the upcoming episodes. Thank you for tuning in, and we'll catch you next time!