This week on the pod Liz and Angie are joined by past guest Sammie Kroll, and BESTSELLING Author and Certified Divorce/Co-Parenting Specialist - Michelle Dempsey. In this episode, they discuss Michelle's book, "Moms Moving On," co-parenting, and share some stories from their own personal experiences with divorce and co-parenting.  A huge thanks to Michelle for her time and for joining the pod this week! If you are on the co-parenting journey, you have to check out this book!  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -In This Episode: Michelle Dempsey Website | Instagram | Book | YouTubeMoms Moving On PodcastLiz Durham on InstagramAngie Lawless on InstagramSammie on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: InstagramDown With The Picket Fence is a Palm Tree Pod Co. Production

Does the spouse or partner who makes the most money hold all the power? Or does the person who manages the budget? This week on the pod, Angie and Liz are joined by Anthony Palmer for a conversation about money and power in relationships. Anthony is a dad to two, a husband, host of the Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat. Podcast,  founder of Palm Tree Pod Co., and the producer of this show. Liz, Angie, and Anthony discuss:-Anthony's background and how he became a stay-at-home/work-from-home dad -how he and his wife balance the household duties -who makes financial decisions in their relationship -if there is a power struggle for him-some tips for Liz as she moves into a stay-at-home role -and more! Thanks to Anthony for joining the podcast this week! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -In This Episode: Anthony Palmer on Instagram | LinkedIn Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat. PodcastLiz Durham on InstagramAngie Lawless on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: InstagramDown With The Picket Fence is a Palm Tree Pod Co. Production

This week on the pod, Liz and Angie talk about the new chapter Liz is gearing up to start in her life.Topics Covered include: -the struggles of finding the right caregiver/child care for your kids -the challenge of working from home full time -the desire to have your kids know you are present and available for them -some of Liz's fears about moving into this next phase (financial, time,  keeping her "independence," losing her professional edge/staying relevant, etc.) -being intentional with her choices and time moving forward -how her husband Luke feels about this transition-and tons more!  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - In This Episode: Liz Durham on InstagramAngie Lawless on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: InstagramDown With The Picket Fence is a Palm Tree Pod Co. Production

Courtney Peace joins Liz and Angie to chat about fitness and health. It can be a struggle for moms, especially when trying to bounce back from babies. Courtney explains her philosophy on fitness and the need to reframe how we view our bodies as tools/machines that work for us. She emphasizes that moms' focus should be on training themselves mentally and physically to perform the tasks required as mothers. They discuss different workout techniques that Courtney likes to use for most moms, like HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. She also explains that the fitness piece will not work if we aren’t fueling our bodies correctly and that we need to “eat from the earth.” Hot topics like “body positivity” and how our culture views beauty are discussed. They conclude by talking about what we want to teach our daughters and the importance of being healthy examples to them.In This Episode: Courtney Peace on InstagramLiz Durham on InstagramAngie Lawless on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: InstagramDown With The Picket Fence is a Palm Tree Pod Co. Production

In this week's episode, Angie and Liz talk to Sammie Kroll about co-parenting.  They dive into specific challenges that it presents from a mom’s perspective and some helpful advice on how to navigate them gracefully.  The differences between parallel parenting and co-parenting are explained.  Tools like the WeParent App are recommended along with being sure to document every conversation so that there is accountability and transparency.  Sammie also opened up about her journey through the process of becoming a single mom and how she has grown.  She gives advice on how family and friends can be supportive to their loved ones if they are going through a similar situation. In This Episode: Sammie on InstagramLiz on InstagramAngie on InstagramSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram

In this week's episode, Angie and Liz discuss abortion laws in TN specifically and how they will impact women and mothers.  They also discuss their personal experiences and viewpoints on the topic as friends with differing opinions, but with respect and understanding for each other. The hope for this episode is to bring more knowledge to the topic regarding the law and to remind each other to have empathy and understanding for each other as mothers regardless of your viewpoint on the topic. In This Episode: Liz on InstagramAngie on Instagram Article(s) discussed in the podSubscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram

This week, Kortney Wilson joins Angie and Liz on the Down With The Picket Fence Podcast! Kortney is a mom to 3 teenagers, an award-winning realtor, a TV show host, an author, and the founder of Kort & Co.Kortney, Liz, and Angie discuss the lessons Kortney has learned through motherhood and her career. They talk about the ups and downs Kortney has been through over the last few years, about divorce, the dangers of constantly comparing ourselves to what we see on social media - especially when we are feeling down- and the importance of showing up. Whether it is showing up for your kids or your friends, they discuss how important it is to be authentic and embrace how women (and humans) have more in common than we recognize sometimes and how we should embrace one another for that! Thanks to Kortney for joining the podcast this week and sharing her story! In This Episode: Kortney Wilson on InstagramKort & Co. Instagram | WebsiteLiz on InstagramAngie on Instagram Subscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram

Hallie Bailey joins Angie and Liz on the Down With The Picket Fence Podcast this week! Hallie is a mom to two who lives in Knoxville, TN. Speaking from the stay-at-home mom perspective, Hallie talks with Liz and Angie about the judgment that is all too commonly felt as moms - and where it comes from (husbands, social media, society, their own insecurities, or other moms).The moms also dive into some feedback from the first few episodes and talk about some comments that were made and how they could have been received vs. the intention behind them. Thanks to Hallie for joining the podcast this week and sharing her story!In This Episode: Hallie on InstagramLiz on InstagramAngie on Instagram Subscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram

This week, Stacy Ward joins Liz and Angie on the Down With The Picket Fence Podcast. The ladies dive deep in this episode! Stacy is a mom to 6, yes, six kids! In this episode, Liz, Angie, and Stacy talk about;  Stacy's journey into motherhood - from being a stepmom to a biological mom and then an adoptive mother, discipline, seeking adventure, and how that changes as a parent, checking off the bucket list, the challenges of health issues as parents and for kids, how Stacy manages her crazy schedule and so much more. There are so many great takeaways from this episode - but one of the funniest might be hearing what Angie, Stacy, and Craigslist all have in common. Thanks to Stacy for joining the podcast this week and sharing her story!In This Episode: Liz on InstagramAngie on Instagram Subscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram

Beth Brown joins Liz and Angie as the first guest on the Down With The Picket Fence Podcast. In this episode, the ladies dive into the heavy topic of infertility issues. They talk about the stress of being a working mom, starting a family or career first, balancing the desire to have your kids respect you for having a career, and wanting them to think you are the best mom. Thanks to Beth for joining the podcast this week and for being the first guest on the show! In This Episode: Beth Brown on Instagram Liz on InstagramAngie on Instagram Subscribe: Apple Podcast | SpotifyCheck us out: Instagram