In this special episode, Keith and Veronica fill in for Elise and Mike as they talk about problems every parent can relate to. Welcome to the OCN Parental Composure Podcast, a no-nonsense look at some of the entertaining yet challenging aspects of parenting. Mike and Elise will discuss a variety of practical topics mixed in with some humor and, of course, parenting anecdotes. Listen, laugh, and learn while, hopefully, walking away with a renewed strength for facing another week as a parent in today's society.SUBSCRIBEhttps://bit.ly/2WPPQGI

In this special episode Kieth and Veronica fill in for ELise and Mike as they talk about problems every parent can relate to. Welcome to the OCN Parental Composure Podcast, a no-nonsense look at some of the entertaining yet challenging aspects of parenting. Mike and Elise will discuss a variety of practical topics mixed in with some humor and, of course, parenting anecdotes. Listen, laugh, and learn while, hopefully, walking away with a renewed strength for facing another week as a parent in today's society.Be sure to check out more great content on https://www.ourcommunitynow.com/

Mike & Elise have a special opportunity to interview Mike Farrell & Jacob Horn; authors of 'Lily & Timmy's Super, Awesome, Incredible COVID-19 B-day!' Not only is the book a great read for both parents and children, but the authors are also a joy to interview! Get in some good laughs and grab this book on Amazon! You won't regret it.

There are plenty of tactful, and compassionate ways to comfort someone who is struggling with infertility, but there are just as many destructive things you can say. Elise and Mike discuss the things you should never say to those people around you struggling with infertility. To avoid triggering feelings of isolation on what can be a lonely journey, just be careful with the things you are saying. 

Parents tend to rely on humor to connect with their children. With all the studies on the benefits of laughter, it is obvious that a little comic relief for parents is crucial, even if it’s at the expense of our sweet kiddos! Is it possible that humor makes you a better parent? We need all the help we can get. Elise & Mike sit down to enjoy a few minutes of comedian Michael Palascak as he touches on the life of parenting.--Follow Mike and Elise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocn_parentalcomposure/For more awesome content, visit https://ourcommunitynow.com#Parenting, #comicrelief, #comedyforparents

Every parent should have a few parenting hacks up their sleeves. With parenting being as challenging as it can be (on most days), parenting hacks never get old. Join us as Mike and Elise watch a few different ideas and discuss whether or not they are the perfect hack for dealing with the parenting craziness.--Follow Mike and Elise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocn_parentalcomposure/For more awesome content, visit https://ourcommunitynow.com#Parenting, #parentinghacks, #smarthacks

Elise and Mike react to the Elmo Not so Late Night Talk show. Check it out. The show will entertain kids and teach them life skills in each episode, with bedtime routines being a big focus. His guest lineup is top-notch and includes stars like the Jonas Brothers, Pentatonix, Blake Lively, Ben Platt, John Mulaney, Lil Nas X, Ciara, Olivia Wilde, H.E.R., Dan + Shay, and Jonathan Van Ness, among many others. Learn more about the talk show now at: https://ourcommunitynow.com/tv/sesame-street-after-dark-elmo-takes-on-a-new-role-as-late-night-talk-show-hostSUBSCRIBEhttps://bit.ly/2WPPQGI

Whether or not to get your kid their first phone is a very personal decision. Many kids are starting to ask for them as early as elementary school. Are your kids able to follow rules at home and school? Do they hold a sense of responsibility? While age is important, what’s most important is that you feel your child is ready. Mike and Elise discuss when they decided to allow their kids to have cell phones, and what types of things they monitor and allow.

How is this summer going to look for our kids? Are there still things to look forward to? How are these changes going to affect all of us? Mike and Elise discuss the questions related to this summer and how to keep our kids active and entertained. --Follow Mike and Elise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocn_parenta...For more awesome content, visit https://ourcommunitynow.com#Parenting, #summerparenting, #summer2020

We all know that becoming a parent changes you, it’s finding the humor in the process that can be difficult. Mike and Elise discuss the different ways that parenting changes you, and they get a good laugh at some before and after kids' memes. Is it really possible to hold on to some remnants of life before kids? Follow Mike and Elise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ocn_parenta...Follow Mike and Elise on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ocnparentalc...For more awesome content, visit https://ourcommunitynow.com#Parenting #Raisingkids #Adulting