In this episode of the Odd Mom Pod, Brittany chats with Jess, who she met through an online support group, and how their relationship has evolved over the years. This conversation focuses on Jess' transformation from a traditional homemaker to a progressive parent advocating non-traditional thinking styles. Brittany discusses the challenges she faced while discovering her sexuality and gender identity and how her friend Jess has helped her through this journey. Additionally, Jess provides insight into her polyamorous relationships, highlighting how they enhance her personal growth and parenting approach. The discussion also dives into societal and religious pressures, dismantling the traditional model of monogamy, and the importance of being true to oneself, all while raising children in a more informed and accepting world.Resources:Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma and Consensual Nonmonogamy: written by Jessica FernPleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good: written by Adrienne Maree Brown00:02 Introduction to the Odd Mom Pod00:38 Getting to Know Jess: A Friendship Story01:40 Jess's Childhood and Early Life02:33 Parenting Perspectives: Crafts, Creativity, and Childhood04:31 Exploring Sexuality and Gender Identity05:53 Questioning Religion and Embracing Queerness07:36 Coming Out and Navigating Relationships10:56 Parenting as a Queer Individual17:54 Exploring Polyamory and Navigating Separation25:42 Exploring Relationship Anarchy26:24 The Power of Openness in Relationships28:32 Challenging the Norms of Monogamy29:28 The Impact of Open Relationships on Friendships30:29 Redefining Love and Relationships32:13 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Parenting32:24 The Upsides of Co-Parenting38:03 Exploring Polyamory40:31 Parenting in a Polyamorous Relationship49:47 The Joy of Self-Discovery and Pleasure Activism52:45 Conclusion: Embracing the Odd in Parenting
Feb 2, 2024
53 min
Join host, Brittany, as she interviews her partner, Michael. This exciting episode features intimate discussions on the journey of parenting, drawing from personal experiences, including overcoming medical challenges and the unexpected aspects of foster care. Discussions also include the exploration of the impact of religion on family life, changing parenting philosophies, emotional learning, and empathic child-rearing. Apart from sharing their learnings, the hosts also provide regular updates to support listeners in their parenting journey, with a promise of even more insightful and exhilarating discussions in future episodes.00:02 Introduction and Welcome00:38 The Journey of Parenting with Michael01:38 Exploring Michael's Childhood04:15 Impact of Parenting Styles on Michael09:03 Navigating Conflict and Communication15:15 Exploring Creativity and Expression24:26 The Love Story of Brittany and Michael31:32 Childhood and Early Life31:47 Religious Influence and Transition32:15 Marriage and Health Challenges33:06 Parenting Expectations vs Reality35:51 Early Parenthood and Unexpected Challenges36:10 Navigating Postpartum Depression and Work-Life Balance40:23 The Impact of Religion and Community49:57 Transition to Military Life and Its Impact on Family58:14 Foster Parenting: Challenges and Insights01:02:19 Reflections on Parenting and Personal Growth01:08:33 Conclusion: The Journey of Parenting
Jan 26, 2024
1 hr 9 min
In this episode of 'The Odd Mom Pod', the host Brittany is joined by her sister Brienna. Together, they delve into their own childhood experiences as children of a teen parent, discussing the emotional challenges and how it has impacted their own parenting styles. Brittany and Brie share their unique paths towards self-awareness, their quests for acceptance, and how they moved beyond traditional parenting methods to empower their own children. They also touch upon the importance of emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and therapy.Resources:"How to Talk so Little Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7" written by Joanna Farber"Parenting with Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility" written by Foster Cline, MD00:02 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast00:36 Guest Introduction: A Conversation with My Sister01:15 Reflecting on Our Childhood and Parenting Styles02:27 Exploring Our Individual Experiences and Differences05:52 The Evolution of Our Relationship as Siblings06:55 Understanding the Impact of Parental Expectations07:54 Defining Success in Parenting12:28 Becoming Parents and the Shift in Our Relationship15:10 The Challenges and Joys of Parenthood19:53 The Power of Acceptance and Unconditional Love21:27 Opening Up and Seeking Acceptance23:00 Overcoming Jealousy and Building Relationships24:23 Finding Connection in Vulnerability25:19 The Power of Community and Connection26:49 Discovering a Passion for Mental Health27:42 The Impact of School Counselors and Mentors33:55 Learning to Apologize and Communicate Effectively39:48 The Importance of Emotional Awareness in Children42:01 Parenting Resources and Advice46:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
Jan 26, 2024
46 min
The Odd Mom Pod: Brittany's JourneyIn this introductory episode of the Odd Mom Pod, host Brittany, a pediatric nurse and mom, shares her unique parenting and professional journey. She delves into her experiences, from being a child of teen parents, to dealing with her own ongoing challenges like infant feeding struggles, an endometriosis diagnosis, her child's chronic illness, handling postpartum anxiety and depression, and foster parenting. Brittany's goal is to provide a safe place for parents to grow and find community, acknowledging the challenges, 'pits of despair', and overcoming them with the help of 'glimmers' of hope and connection.00:02 Introduction to the Odd Mom Pod00:36 The Struggles of Creating the Perfect Podcast01:19 Meet Brittany: The Odd Mom02:12 The Purpose of the Odd Mom Pod03:22 Brittany's Personal Journey: The Early Years06:36 The Heartbreak of Pregnancy Loss08:35 The Joy and Challenges of Parenthood10:45 The Unexpected Diagnosis: VLCAD11:27 The Impact of Chronic Medical Conditions on Parenting13:38 The Power of Patient Connections16:16 The Struggles of Solo Parenting17:34 The Unexpected Diagnosis: Lupus19:13 The Power of Trauma-Informed Parenting20:39 The Vision for the Odd Mom Pod22:46 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
Jan 26, 2024
23 min
Welcome to The Odd Mom Pod, a community of parents who are embracing parenting differently and encouraging others to do the same.I'm Brittany, a registered nurse and international board certified lactation consultant -- and apparently now I'm a podcaster! But above all of that, I'm a parent who is navigating these unprecedented times, just like you. The world is literally falling down around us. But internally, our kids' circles are getting so much wider with the internet, social media, and gaming. We have news outlets, politicians, churches, and older generations that keep preaching these parenting techniques that we know don't work, but now, research also proves for them to be detrimental to long-term mental and physical health. As parents, it leaves us stuck managing those long-term consequences with the loud opinion of society, and also the urge to do better for our kids. So, that's what we're doing here. We're chatting with other parents and professionals who are doing things a little bit differently. Welcome to the pod, a place to grow, learn, and gain support while we become better version of ourselves to be a better version for our kids.📣 Ready for a different kind of conversation? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review!📩 Want to be a guest? Fill out the form here: (https://forms.gle/47vvy9DyePjd29GY7)
Dec 13, 2023
1 min