Two Parents & A Podcast

Happy Thursday! This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re talking about what it really means to have good neighbors—because as you guys put it, “you can renovate a house, but you can’t buy good neighbors.”

We start with some Year 1 milestone updates (why am I irrationally sad?!), from moving Tate into her own room to starting solids (Harrison has officially been named Chief Solids Officer). Plus, we recap our first annual neighborhood block party—a new tradition in the making!

Next, we break down what today’s ‘village’ to raise a child actually looks like—and specifically, how we’ve built ours. Then, we’re diving into communication in relationships (and in general!)—the good, the bad, and why ‘clean’ means something completely different to both of us.

In Things We DMed Each Other, we have to talk about Frida’s breast milk-flavored ice cream (yes, really—it’s not an April Fools’ joke). And finally, we’re (well actually just me Harrison had to leave for a meeting LOL) responding to your comments before wrapping up.

We LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps 

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast

00:02:33 Year 1 milestone updates - moving baby to own room and solids update 

00:11:33 Our first annual neighborhood block party 

00:20:23 You can’t buy good neighbors

00:26:13 What does today’s ‘village’ to raise a child look like? 

00:32:50 Communication in relationships

00:39:10 Different definitions of clean 

00:46:05 Things We DMed: Frida Breast Milk-Flavored Ice Cream

00:51:30 Responding To The Comments

00:52:43 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Happy Thursday! This week, we dive into “default parent syndrome”—what it means, how it’s not good or bad (unless you’re experiencing it and you think it is!!), and how it could be your own fault if you’re the default parent?? But first - we talk about our housing update (I think we’re moving into a hotel… Eloise at the Plaza 🤝 Tate at the [insert Austin hotel here]), recap our Aspen trip (plus answered your questions about we handled childcare while traveling) and is it OK for babies to cry on planes (+ a bunch more of airplane talk lol).

In Things We DMed Each Other, we talk about Frontier clapping back at Southwest and the viral TikTok trend on teaching kids to share.

Then, we’re responding to your comments (trying this for the first time!!!) about building family traditions. And in this week’s Brain Break, we read a sweet (but hilarious) text from Harrison’s dad.

We LOVE YOU GUYS!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:01:20 We made our “What Happens If…” housing plan

00:07:55 Aspen trip recap

00:13:33 How to find child care while traveling

00:19:33 The most amazing customer service experience

00:24:42 Crying babies on airplanes

00:32:05 Things We DMed Each Other: Southwest vs. Frontier

00:38:16 Things DMed Each Other: Teaching Kids to Share on TikTok

00:42:20 Responding To The Comments: Building Family Traditions

00:45:50 Listener Question: Being the “default parent” is exhausting…

00:58:20 Brain Break: A text from Harrison’s dad

01:00:02 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Happy Thursday! We’re back with another episode, and this one has a little bit of everything. First up—the ongoing gift saga continues (because of course it’s not over yet - but this time we have a solution???). Then, we get into the dynamics of double dating—and how I might talk too much (I think it’s OK though bc I talk for a living? lol) 

We intro’d solid foods this week!!! So we chat about that plus an update on my pumping/breastfeeding journey. 

And in HUGE news… we made an offer on a house! We’re talking through all the house-hunting updates, property taxes & creeping on people on Zillow hahahha OH and an update on the nanny share… Also, we’re throwing a block party?! We might be THOSE neighbors now (or our neighbors might trying to be convince us to stay??). 

In Things We DMed Each Other, we’re chatting drinking vs. social isolation and why all couples are actually the same.

Listener Qs this week: Breaking parenting “rules” (and finding the joy in parenting) and our opinions on long-distance relationships. And we’re wrapping up with a Brain Break: the best & worst purchases from the first six months of parenthood (spoiler alert: our fav thing is cheap from Target!!!).

We LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 

00:01:35 The gift saga continues…

00:05:05 The dynamics of double dating

00:12:30 Introducing our 6 month old to solid foods + an update on my pumping/breastfeeding journey

00:21:37 We made an offer on a house!!! + other house hunting updates

00:33:00 We’re throwing a block party with the neighbors!! 

00:35:10 Things We DMed Eachother: Drinking vs. Social Isolation

00:44:17 Things We DMed Eachother: All couples are the same

00:47:00 Listener Q: Breaking parenting “rules” + finding joy in parenting?

00:54:37 Listener Q: Opinions on long distance relationships?

01:02:20 Brain Break: Best & worst purchases in the first 6 months 

01:05:15 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Happy Thursday! We’re back with another episode, and this one’s a fun one. Getting ahead of this now - I’m SORRY for the scream at the beginning (but I know you guys understand 🕷️🕷️). First up—Harrison just launched a new product (not an ad #NoFreeAds). Then, we get into our family’s secret languages (do you have one??), an update on Tate (she’s 6 months old!!! is this the end of pumping?), and the TL;DR of the house situation is that there’s no update and we’re like 30 days out.

We’re also talking about friendship after kids—does having a baby mean losing friends? Does your FRIENDS having babies mean losing friends? And how can you be a supportive friend when your bestie becomes a parent? Plus a reminder to pay attention to how your friends talk about their partners!!!

A sweet dad-to-be calls in and we share our #1 tips for prepping for baby.

And, of course, we’re ending with the usual chaos—Fyre Festival 2 is somehow happening (allegedly), and we have some (alleged) thoughts.

We LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!
00:03:50 Harrison launched a new product!! (#NotAnAd lol)
00:07:35 Your family’s secret language
00:09:20 Tate is turning 6 months old (am I done pumping??)
00:12:55 Our weekly house update (TL;DR - there’s no update)
00:17:28 Skincare company recalls acne treatment due to cancer-linked chemicals?!
00:19:34 Things We DMed Eachother: Babysitting co-ops are a thing?!
00:25:15 Things We DMed Eachother: “My friends abandoned me when they had kids”
00:31:15 Listener Question: How can you be a supportive friend to new parents?
00:38:20 Pay attention to how your friends speak about their partners
00:45:50 Listener Question: How can I prepare to be a first-time dad?
00:48:20 Brain Break: Fyre Festival 2
00:51:45 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Happy Thursday! We’re back with another episode, and this one’s fun. First up—Apple just dropped a kid-friendly watch?! (Have they been listening to the pod??? LOL) Then, we get into date night swaps with the neighbors (GENIUS), house hunting stress (shoutout Zillow addiction), and a shocking revelation… Harrison just found out babies under six months can’t wear sunscreen (ps. Tate has NEVER worn sunscreen - apparently he just didn’t know why lmao).

Introducing our new segment (OK we’re just testing it but…): Table Topics! It’s all about the convos you’d have at dinner with your “parent friends” - relationships, pop culture, personal finances, parenting—and we want to hear from you! This week: Is “no kids ever” a relationship deal breaker? Plus, pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. Let us know in the comments if you like the new segment, and drop a voice memo with your question/comment/take for next week - https://memo.fm/twoparentsandapod/

And, of course, we’re ending with the usual chaos—plane crashes, Katy Perry in space, and people (read: Harrison) screaming at Waymo cars.

We LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:01:10 Apple came out with a kid-friendly watch?!

00:04:25 Date night swaps with the neighbors

00:07:40 Do you have a “side of the bed”?!

00:09:45 The house hunting continues… (s/o Zillow)

00:18:48 Harrison learns babies under 6 months can’t wear sunscreen

00:22:53 Table Topic: Is “no kids ever" a relationship deal breaker?

00:36:55 Table Topic: Getting out of your comfort zone

00:42:57 Things We DMed Eachother: Plane crashes & Katy Perry going to space

00:49:20 Brain Break: Yelling at Waymo’s

00:54:05 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Happy Thursday!!!! You might have seen the lady TikTok who speaks to her baby like an adult (hahaha it’s been a fun week)… Harrison (the “man who stole that lady’s baby”) and I talk all about talking to your baby vs. baby talking and the reaction from the internet.

Then, big life update: we’re moving! (MAYBE??!) We get into the renting vs. buying debate, what makes sense for us right now, and what we think our next steps are. ALSO - did you know the average age of a first time homebuyer is 38 years old?? Like.. we’re golden.

Things we DMed sparks discussion on the California’s new child influencer laws and some of our childhood memories on vacation (spoiler alert: pyramids are NOT made out of sand & King Tut was real…). Plus we talk about why the new iPhone update might be ruining our lives. (Apple would summarize the description above as “Talking to babies about King Tut ruining lives” - BUT ACTUALLY like WHAT the heck are these summaries).

As always, we LOVE YOU GUYS. Comment and tell me if you guys rent or own (I’m so curious and we literally have no idea what we’re gonna do!!!!)

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:06:00 How to remember someone’s name

00:09:05 The lady that talks to her baby on Tik Tok

00:14:20 We’re moving - Renting vs. buying your house

00:26:40 Moving away from your kids / boarding school

00:29:07 California's new child influencer laws

00:34:57 The Sovereign Child by Aaron Struggle

00:37:45 90% of childhood memories are from family vacations

00:45:50 The new iPhone update is the WORST

00:48:00 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Happy Thursday! In today’s episode, we dive into baby feeding – breast, bottle, combo – all of it. We’re answering all YOUR questions—my personal breastfeeding journey, the mental struggles of breastfeeding, and what we’ve learned about formulas in the US vs. Europe. This is probably my #1 asked topic on social (and honestly, what’s on my mind most of the time), so I’m excited we sat down and shared our experience / what we’ve learned.

BUT ALSO, we share a funny (and sleep-deprived) mistake we made (think: Dude, where’s my car?), the Valentine’s Day present gone wrong (gift saga part 2983479), and apparently, Harrison got held up at gunpoint one time??

As always, we love sharing our parenting journey with you, so we hope this episode gives you laughs and some helpful insights (disclaimer: our research is ChatGPT heavy and this isn’t “Two Doctors & a Pod” so please don’t take this as ADVICE). And - one last thing - we’re still LEARNING.. appreciate any and all thoughts, formula recs, and resources in the comments!!!!

We LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Two Parents & A Podcast!

00:02:05 Can gym dates replace dinner dates?

00:03:35 We lost our car (thanks to 5-month sleep regression!)

00:08:35 Valentine’s Day gift gone wrong

00:13:25 Harrison held up at gunpoint???

00:18:25 Q&A: Breastfeeding vs formula?

00:25:09 Q&A: Can you talk about the mental struggles of breastfeeding/pumping?

00:33:25 Q&A: US vs European formula? (thanks ChatGPT!)

00:44:15 RIP Parenting Confessions

00:45:45 Things we DMed: Expectant mother parking & Bitcoin founder

00:50:30 Brain Break: Canada vs US hockey game

00:51:54 LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

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Happy Thursday! In today’s episode, Harrison and I are revisiting the “money talk” from episode 10 of Just Alex (RIP, but here's the link: https://youtu.be/8CUxKXQNztk) and breaking down how our financial plans have changed post-baby. We’re diving into our joint finances (what we said we were gonna do, but spoiler alert: didn’t), the costs of childcare, and how we’re setting up a college fund for Tate. We also chat about everything from the costs of parenthood we didn’t expect, to what’s been surprisingly expensive, and other ways we’re planning for the future (are we putting the baby on payroll???).

Plus, as always - we've got a few laughs along the way – including what I almost threw at Harrison, things we DMed eachother, and an even deeper dive into the scam that is girl scout cookies (ALL ALLEGED).

As always, we love sharing our experiences and just need to make the disclaimer: THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE!!! Whether you're in a relationship, expecting, or just curious about how others handle money, we hope this episode sparks some useful conversations.

We LOVE YOU GUYS!!

Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast!!!
00:03:30 – Making your wedding your own
00:09:05 – A letter from your ex...
00:14:15 – Breaking down our joint finances (again… post-baby) – joint bank account, buying food, financial accountability
00:22:50 – Q&A: What’s one financial tip you would give to someone who just turned 30?
00:29:30 – Q&A: How much childcare really costs (nanny/nanny-share vs. daycare OR stay-at-home)
00:38:50 – Q&A: How much does a hospital bill actually cost?
00:41:50 – Q&A: Financial planning for a baby’s future (529 plan, custodial accounts, and putting our baby on payroll LOL)
00:46:05 – Q&A: What’s one thing that you didn’t expect to cost so much when it comes to parenthood?
00:49:15 – I almost threw WHAT at Harrison?!
00:41:40 – Things we DMed each other: Coke vs cigs
00:56:30 – Girl Scout’s scam continued…
00:58:15 – Do you know why plastic straws were banned?!
01:00:00 – LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

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On THIS WEEK’s episode – We’re diving into a juicy Q&A about s*x, intimacy, and date nights post-baby (and other Qs but that's the juicy stuff)! We talk all things keeping the spark alive as parents, navigating intimacy while breastfeeding, and how we've avoid falling into any sort of "roommate phase" (disclaimer: we know, we know - we're still new at this). We also touch on some of your other questions like managing anxiety around milk supply, coping with a tough pregnancy, and tips for taking your baby everywhere (yes, even to a hockey game 4 hours away!).

And of course, we’ve got some hilarious parenting confessions (well - I think they are hilarious... I think Harrison says "not funny" like 10x) and a talk about sl*tty pumping (don’t ask, just listen).

As always, if you're here for parenting advice, don’t get too excited – we’re just figuring it out along the way and sharing our experiences with you. We LOVE YOU GUYS!

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00:00:00 – Welcome back to Two Parents & a Podcast!!

00:01:00 – How often do you go to the dentist?

00:05:40 – Our new nanny

00:09:40 – Cancelling on your babysitter

00:14:00 – We need to go on a date…

00:21:05 – Q&A: What is your secret to keeping your romance alive with a baby? Thoughts on sex life while breastfeeding…

00:31:15 – Q&A: How do you avoid falling into the roommate phase postpartum?

00:33:02 – Q&A: Anxiety around milk supply? How do you cope with your milk supply from a fellow “just enough-er”?

00:37:30 – Q&A: Really struggling with the pregnancy process, is there any tips you have to enjoy it?

00:40:25 – Q&A: How do you manage to take Tate everywhere? For example the hockey game in Dallas

00:44:28 – Sl*tty pumping

00:45:20 – Parenting confessions

00:47:36 – LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome to the FIRST episode of Two Parents & A Podcast (feels weird not saying ‘back to another episode of Just Alex!!!’). Really gonna keep this low-key - this is the same show you guys know (and love?) - we just finally got around to that rebrand we’ve been promising. (Honestly how many more time could I have said “it’s just Alex aaaaaand Harrison’s here with me tooooo......” hahahha). So here we are, Two Parents & A Podcast - we’ll continue to invite y’all into our home weekly (sorry it’s so messy - we’re new parents) to talk all things parenting, relationships, trending topics, entrepreneurship, and the occasional conspiracy theory.

On THIS WEEK’s episode - we get an update from Harrison on attending his first bachelor party as a dad. My first weekend alone with the babe had me thinking a lot about parental identity shift & grieving the pre-baby life, so we dive deep into this and my takeaways from the weekend (also just need to say - S/O TO SINGLE MOMS… you guys are super heroes).

Next we’re laughing at the things we DMed eachother - backseat driving and having two babies at once (not twins??). Harrison DOESN’T laugh at the drunk confession I saw on IG that was hilarious. And we finish out the episode with a very valid questions: Where does your Girl Scout cookie money actually go?!

One last thing, if you’re new here!!! If you came here for parenting advice - definitely the wrong podcast… But we try our best to share our experiences - this week y’all asked about when you should/when will we move the baby out of the bedroom (answer: we don’t know but we’ll obviously keep you updated).

As always - LOVE YOU GUYS!

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00:00:00 Welcome to Two Parents & A Podcast!!! (yay)

00:03:20 Is accumulating airline miles worth it or just a scam?

00:06:55 Harrison’s first bachelor party as a parent

00:11:00 Experiencing parent guilt

00:15:00 Grieving your pre-baby life & parental identity shift

00:22:05 Alex’s takeaways from a weekend by herself

00:23:30 Back seat driving

00:28:30 Having two babies at once

00:32:15 4 months old is hard

00:35:55 Drunk confessions

00:37:40 Where does your Girl Scout cookie money actually go?!

00:41:30 Listener question: when will you move the baby out of your room?

00:42:40 WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! In today’s episode, we’re answering your questions about making parent friends - what we’re doing (dinner party!!!), who’s taking charge, and if one of us is pickier than the other (hint: yes, it’s me!). We also talk about Harrison’s new IG fame (LOL), an update on the TikTok ban bet, and meme coins. Plus, we dive into bachelor/ette parties as parents AND do GUYS get baby fever??? Finally, we wrap it up by talking about the issues with our Christmas gifts and how we’re gonna fix our gift giving process for valentine’s day.

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:02:30 Harrison’s new IG fame (lol)

00:07:35 Tik Tok ban bet update

00:12:50 Harrison’s first meme coin

00:22:30 Do guys get baby fever?

00:27:10 Making new parent friends w/ a dinner party

00:30:54 Who’s taking the lead on making new friends?

00:37:25 Am I too picky when making new friends?

00:41:25 Bachelor/ette parties as parents

00:44:15 Lab grown vs. mined diamonds

00:47:15 Unhappy with our Christmas gifts

00:54:40 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to Just Alex! In today’s episode, we’re talking about fertility after giving birth and trying for baby #2. This week we learned we need to be managing screen time for our 3-month-old (WHO KNEW?!). And I’m dealing with some serious nanny guilt (plus, guilt if I’m not being productive enough while the nanny is here (make it make sense!!!!)). We also talk betting markets again (I’m still so confused that you can bet on ANYTHING) - the TikTok ban, the U.S. possibly buying Greenland, and you can finally bet on the U.S. annexing Canada. OK - Love you guys!

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:54 How old were you when you realized you didn’t have a good voice?

00:05:40 Nanny guilt

00:11:08 Betting on the Tik Tok ban

00:16:00 The US is now buying Greenland?! (AND Canada?!)

00:20:45 Managing screen time for a 3 month old?!

00:24:45 Smart phones vs. flip phones

00:28:25 Getting pregnant after giving birth (trying for baby #2!)

00:33:55 Spacing your kids

00:40:54 What’s going on with Mark Zuckerberg?!

00:47:35 The little white lies we tell our kids

00:51:40 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to Just Alex! HAPPY NEW YEAR (absolute last week I can say this so I’m getting it in). We’re talking about the perks of a nanny share—we now have TWO babes at home every day (a little taste of what twins would be like!!) Plus, Harrison and I discuss how men’s sperm can affect pregnancy, the ins and outs of sperm donation (and whether he’s ever done it... 👀). We dive into the what ifs around Canada becoming the 51st state—does this mean he automatically gets U.S. citizenship?! 🤔 We’re laughing thinking about how we would explain this to Tate hahaha. We take a little brain break with a trip down memory lane with childhood nostalgia (Blue’s Clues, Beanie Babies & Princess Diana) and we have question for you guys: Who is the modern-day Princess Diana? Let us know!

As always, LOVE YOU GUYS!

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:35 New year reset

00:05:05 What it’s like to share a nanny

00:07:20 Men’s sperm can affect pregnancy?!

00:12:00 Donating your sperm?!

00:18:45 Is Canada gonna become the 51st state?!

00:23:10 Childhood nostalgia - Blues Clues, Beanie Babies & Princess Diana

00:28:30 Money can’t buy happiness

00:30:20 Listener question: What’s it like flying with a 3 year old?

00:32:18 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! So, hypothetically—if you’ve exhausted all resources and anticipated all needs—what’s the least amount of cries a 3-month-old could have in a day?! And who's gonna tell Harrison it's more than 3?? Anyways, Christmas/Hanukkah (Chanukah????) are next week, so we discuss what we were doing this time last year, what we’re getting each other as presents, and do newborns need gifts?! (Is a stock a gift??)

Then we try out some new segments: Things We’ve DMed Each Other (Influencers making fun of their kids, Bitcoin at $100k), Biggest Parenting Fail of the Week (write us in yours!!), and Today I Learned (see: Chanukah).

OK—HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! We love you guys.

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:01:05 What's the least amount of cries a 3-month-old could have in a day? (hypothetical)

00:05:15 De-puffing pregnancy face 

00:07:45 Neighborhood holiday activities

00:13:00 This time last year… 

00:18:40 Are you supposed to get your newborn gifts for Christmas?

00:24:48 What we’ve DMed eachother this week (Making fun of your kids, Bitcoin)

00:42:50 Parent fail of the week 

00:46:15 Chanukah or Hanukkah?

00:49:28 Listener question - pumping/feeding schedule? 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! First up, we’re talking about what it’s really like to go from having a nanny to being on our own—spoiler alert: the house is a disaster. Harrison talks us through his visa renewal process (he got it!!!!) and we touch on our potential plans to move abroad anyways?! 

We just got back from our LA trip where a restaurant served Harrison raw chicken… Yep, that happened. So we spent like 20 mins recounting our worst restaurant horror stories!!! 

We wrapped it up with a few quick new parent topics - dream feeding, bringing babies to bars, tipping babysitters, and bringing your newborn out in public. 

As always - thanks for listening - WE LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:00:45 When is it socially acceptable to start saying happy holidays?

00:03:20 Our first week without the nanny 

00:07:00 We’re moving abroad?! 

00:13:45 Trial and error on traveling with a newborn

00:15:40 Why and when should restaurants comp meals

00:28:00 Waffle House fantasy football punishment

00:30:55 How to go to any concert for less than $100

00:37:05 Why don’t men wash their sheets?

00:38:40 Dream feeding 

00:40:00 Do you tip babysitters?

00:41:08 Should babies be allowed in bars?

00:41:47 Listener question - taking your newborn out and about

00:46:05 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! This week, we dive into some of the baby rules we wish we could break (if it was safe)—like co-sleeping or holding our baby in the car (we know, we know). Also - not really a rule - but are parents swearing in front of their kids in 2024?! Then, it’s all about newborn travel: I'm stressed about flying with our baby (maybe because we’ve done it once before) while Harrison’s surprisingly chill about it (also maybe because we’ve done it once before). Finally, we talk about dad bods (and mom bods!)—how parenthood is changing both of our approaches to fitness, and how we’re adjusting as parents.

As always, thanks for tuning in, and we love you guys!

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 

00:00:40 Is it OK to swear in front of your kids? 

00:03:24 Travel anxiety with a newborn 

00:05:40 Newborn feeding schedule & planking while pumping

00:12:25 The #1 baby “rule” we wish we could break

00:18:59 Addiction to buying baby clothes w/ Apple Pay

00:20:27 Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour

00:23:35 Running on the trails in Austin

00:27:00 Running marathons should be fun

00:36:00 Harrison thought he was going to die in Burma

00:43:30 Valentine’s Day debacle

00:49:03 Thank you for listening!! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! If you're looking for a little Thanksgiving brain break, you're in the right place. We dive into the differences between the drinking age in the US vs. Canada, share stories about our earliest experiences with alcohol, and discuss the pros and cons of being the "party house." We also chat about how we’re building new friendships - making parent friends and making friends in a new city! Harrison talks about his time living in Hong Kong (still can't believe he was there for 4 years?!). Plus, we share some of our favorite Thanksgiving memories.

We hope you enjoy the episode and, as always, LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 

00:04:42 Are holiday cards cheesy?! 

00:07:52 My favorite Thanksgiving memory

00:12:02 Should the US lower the drinking age?! 

00:14:44 Our first time trying alcohol stories

00:20:42 Do we want to be the party house?! 

00:22:39 Making parent friends 

00:27:02 Living life spontaneously 

00:33:58 Harrison’s life in Hong Kong

00:42:43 Making new friends cont. 

00:49:00 Harrison’s favorite Thanksgiving memory

00:51:27 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! Harrison finally went back to the dentist and they rolled out the red carpet (see: https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexpod/video/7409333328458911007). Then, we dive into some holiday debates, like whether it’s too early to decorate for Christmas before Thanksgiving, and share our thoughts on creating new holiday traditions. We also discuss the foods we could eat for six months straight (like tater drinking her milk), plus answer your questions about life as parents, dating an influencer, and the relationship shifts we’ve experienced since having a baby.

We wrap things up with a discussion on postpartum depression—what it feels like, how to support a partner through it, and available resources. 

As always, thank you for listening! ❤️

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:04:00 Harrison was outed at the dentist

00:09:15 Only scammers tell you to buy a gift card to pay them

00:12:39 Our invisible string

00:15:15 Is decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving disrespectful?!

00:23:18 What food could you eat for 6 months straight?

00:25:53 Creating new holiday traditions

00:28:00 A baby’s full-o-meter 

00:30:27 Q&A: Is the podcast officially Just Alex & Harrison?

00:33:46 Q&A: What’s the best/worst thing about dating an influencer?

00:37:33 Q&A: What relationship pain points have changed with a newborn?

00:41:22 Q&A: What’s one thing nobody tells you about having a newborn?

00:44:35 Q&A: What is the age gap you want for baby #2?

00:45:10 Dealing with postpartum depression

00:55:10 How can a partner help a new mom with postpartum depression?

01:03:55 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 This week, we talked about baby restaurant etiquette and our new love of wine nights. 🍷 We also dove into our thoughts on night nurses: the benefits, the costs, and whether it’s worth it. 🍼💸 We share which luxury baby items are worth every penny—and which ones are just... not. 😅 We took a look back at the last 60 days of parenthood—what we’ve learned, what we’ve loved, and what’s been a complete game-changer. Plus, we wrapped things up with a discussion about why dads seem to get so much “extra credit” these days. 🤔

As always, love you guys! ❤️

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 

00:06:15 Baby in restaurant etiquette

00:07:30 Wine nights

00:13:55 The REAL benefits and cost of a night nurse 

00:22:05 Luxury baby items that are worth it

00:26:30 What baby items are NOT worth the splurge

00:33:50 Looking back at the last 60 days

00:35:00 Why do dad’s get “extra credit”?

00:40:18 LOVE YOU GUYS!

00:40:46 A surprise hahahhah 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 OK - first off - DISCLAIMER: Harrison is in a ‘silly goofy mood’ after a late night lol… Plus we just got back from NYC!! We’re talking about the reality of flying with a newborn for the first time (spoiler alert: traveling is not as easy as it used to be). We also talk about the dos and don’ts when meeting someone’s newborn. Plus, we get into how we split travel expenses as a couple (bc y’all are always asking in my DMs) including whether it’s okay to ever ask your partner to foot the entire bill.

Finally, we weigh in on modern-day etiquette - talking to uber drivers, masks on planes, airport pickups—are we still doing these things in 2024?! As always—love you guys! ❤️

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:05:15 First time traveling w/ a newborn

00:11:45 What should you do when meeting someone’s newborn?

00:17:30 How should you divide travel expenses as a couple?

00:19:20 Do you say, "I love you," at the end of every phone call? 

00:22:50 Travel finances cont. 

00:28:05 Are we still picking up friends from the airport in 2024?

00:33:00 Etiquette in uber rides

00:36:15 Who do you love more?

00:38:00 Are powdered eggs good for you?

00:40:34 Should you still wear masks on a plane?

00:43:08 How to fix a clogged milk duct

00:45:40 What’s the appropriate number of days per week to drink?

00:48:15 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 This week, we’re talking about our first year together and reflecting on our journey to parenthood (WOW—the power of a year!!!!). We dive into everything from how we knew we were ready for kids to whether we believe in love at first sight and if life is what we expected this time last year. 

We also chat about breastfeeding and alcohol—can you really have a drink? Plus, I share my feelings on being in "pumping jail.” And everyone go make an email for your babes RIGHT NOW!!

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:00 Harrison’s new social media manager

00:06:30 Should you instagram for your anniversary?

00:08:20 Breastfeeding and alcohol: Is it OK to drink?

00:15:00 Pumping jail

00:19:15 Going to NYC for our 1 year

00:20:45 How did we know we were ready to have a kid?

00:25:00 Getting humbled by toddlers

00:29:00 Do we believe in love at first sight? 

00:34:00 Is our life now what we expected?

00:41:30 A non-traditional path

00:49:50 Tate’s email

00:52:20 A gnarly flight experience

00:57:00 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 We start off with (what we're guessing is) a familiar struggle of the canceled babysitter. We also realized we needed to get on a school list for school like before conception (who knew?) and dive into everything school from "out of classroom growth days" to some high school cheating stories.

We share our thoughts on Trump’s McDonald’s shift and discuss the CDC delaying developmental timelines (but honestly it’s hilarious we even care, considering we finally figured out how to use our stroller and change diapers hahhaha)

Plus, we chat about post-baby body changes (mainly post-baby boob jobs)

Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:40 Our babysitter cancelled

00:06:30 I didn’t realize I had to pick out a school before I conceived…

00:08:00 Out of classroom growth days

00:09:30 Cheating in high school 

00:18:24 We got interrupted…

00:20:45 McDonald’s newest employee

00:25:00 CDC developmental timelines & our food system

00:34:50 We finally learned how to use our stroller…

00:37:20 I also learned how to put on a diaper…

00:42:00 Our new nanny

00:46:15 Boob jobs after babies

00:52:15 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 We’re all over the place today, starting with what my doctor is calling a "vaginal miracle" then diving into parental brain fog (maybe that's why we're all over the place lol). We talk about why we’ve stopped discussing our kid ('but Alex you have a podcast where all you've been talking about is your baby?!") and tackle the bizarre question of whether I should eat my placenta or use it to plant a tree.

We discuss how we're navigating raising a child with two religions and share our personal journeys with our religions. Plus, we’ll touch on Canadian Thanksgiving, give some family updates, and share our work pet peeves.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:50 Parental brain fog & crying over spilled milk

00:05:30 Should I eat my placenta or plant a tree?

00:10:00 Why we stopped talking about our kid…

00:13:00 People are socializing in all the wrong ways

00:17:20 True Life: I’m living the plot of ’Nobody Wants This’

00:19:15 Raising a child with two religions

00:31:30 Canadian Thanksgiving

00:37:50 My family

00:40:10 Work pet peeves & updates

00:49:15 Love you guys!! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 🎉 We’re diving into some *funny* & real new parent topics today (sorry, we’re only three weeks in—new topics of convo coming soon!).

We chat about whether both partners should get up for nighttime feeds. Spoiler alert: I don’t think so… Then we tackle the question: would you ever facetune your baby? I also share how I really feel about my postpartum body and recovery.

Harrison follows-up on his “all dentists are scammers” conspiracy theory - he’s not so happy with his new Austin dentist.

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:30 Should both partners get up for nighttime feeds?

00:05:40 Taking the baby out and about

00:09:15 Would you ever Facetune your baby?!

00:14:22 The dental billing scam continued…

00:18:10 Why does all baby formula have vegetable oil in it?! 

00:21:00 Nurses are so underappreciated

00:25:30 Does your password end with an exclamation point?! 

00:28:00 How I really feel about my postpartum body & recovery

00:34:00 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! :-) We’re diving into your follow-up questions from last week’s episode, ‘My birth story & first week postpartum’ (https://youtu.be/yazCh58gCdA). We're covering all the details - including how we came up with Tate’s name, who was there at her birth, and what our support system looks like. Plus, we’ll share our favorite things to see each other do with Tate and reflect on how our relationship has changed as we transition from a couple to mom and dad. 

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:40 How did we come up with her name?

00:05:15 What is our support system like?

00:13:23 Who was at Tate’s birth?

00:15:40 What’s our favorite thing to see each other do with Tate? 

00:19:22 How has our relationship changed transitioning from couple to mom and dad?

00:21:45 How has the baby changed how we handle conflicts with each other?

00:25:25 When are we getting married?

00:26:00 What is the biggest thing that changed about you after having the baby?

00:28:23 Biggest piece of advice for expecting mothers?/fathers?

00:30:45 What types of things are we doing with Tate? 

00:32:25 Are we happy with the house now that Tate is here?

00:33:10 What’s something I miss about being pregnant?

00:33:50 What’s one thing we weren’t expecting about a newborn that makes so much sense to you now?

00:34:15 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Hi guys, we’re back with a quick episode, and we’re super excited to announce the birth of our sweet little babe Tate! 🎉 Harrison and I are sharing all about our birth experience and what our first week as new parents has been like (spoiler: it’s the best!). We’d love to dive deeper into your questions next week, so drop them in the comments or slide into my DMs. Can’t wait to hear from you!

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00:00:00 Welcome back to a SPECIAL episode of Just Alex! 

00:02:15 My birth story

00:26:45 The postpartum room 

00:27:50 Parental instincts

00:31:50 Our first week as new parents

00:40:15 The most surprising thing so far

00:43:03 What’s next 

00:44:30 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex (& Harrison 😉)!! We are T- ~5 days away from being parents, and the #1 thing on our minds after the hospital tour today: babies getting swapped at hospitals. A lot of you have been asking - Will I be giving Harrison power of attorney while we’re in the hospital?! So we talk through that. Then we get into only fans, the death of dating apps, types, tipping culture, and more. Oh, and Harrison explains himself for pronouncing L-M-A-O as LA MOAW 😂 

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! 

00:02:42 How do you pronounce L-M-A-O?

00:05:10 Last “guys” trip to Chicago

00:08:25 What’s an Only Fans agency?! 

00:13:45 The death of dating apps

00:18:27 Our “types” on paper

00:22:20 Max update

00:23:00 We’re setting up a single girl!!! 

00:26:40 Disney Terms & Conditions 

00:28:53 Our Power of Attorney

00:30:40 Clear cup scam

00:32:00 Tipping culture

00:35:25 Visa gift card scam & pickpocketing 

00:38:35 Our work updates

00:40:10 Recipe of the week

00:41:45 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex. Harrison and I are in the home studio for the very first time (thanks for the patience!!!). We answer your pre-baby questions: why am I getting induced? do we miss single NYC life? what will my 'mom' car be?! and then chat getting catfished, when a couple is exclusive, and an update on setting up our single friend!!! 

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00:01:55 Why I decided to get induced

00:06:00 Black SUV mom vs white SUV mom 

00:08:20 Conception date vs birth date 

00:09:09 Do we miss our single lives in NYC?!

00:14:44 Setting up our single friend 

00:18:14 Getting catfished in NYC

00:23:40 The dating to networking pipeline

00:25:30 Tipping on delivery services

00:30:20 Paternity & maternity leave

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! Harrison and I scheduled our induction date - we’re enjoying these last few weeks before the little babe comes!! We sit down and talk about what makes someone undateable (aka serial killer traits - Harrison’s is major…), messaging with celebrities on Raya, setting up our single friend via the IG DMs, and more. 

Ps. Sorry for the delay!! We’ll be in our new (and improved) home studio next week :-) 

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex! Harrison and I sit down and talk about why Apple Watches are better than (?) Rolexes, the downfall (maybe?) of Chipotle, what it’s like to have a business with the Jonas brothers, and how we’re getting boots on the ground for both of our businesses in Austin. 

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!! 

00:05:15 No one cares about your Rolex

00:11:06 Blind dates & paying it forward 

00:14:50 An 85 million dollar deal?! 

00:19:10 Do they have ‘god parents’ in Canada?! 

00:23:20 Building a brand with the Jonas Brothers

00:32:15 Building out the Just Media team in Austin

00:36:20 Pregnancy mood swings

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Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex. I got Harrison to sit down and JUST talk 😂 We cover everything from why Harrison's wearing a cigarette hat (is he a party smoker?!), our first few weeks as boat people, and buying our baby Bitcoin?! Harrison defends himself AGAIN for not taking out the trash.. and I defend myself for buying FOUR containers of cottage cheese per week (lol). 

Let us know in the comments if you like this type of episode - or if you prefer previous episodes based around one primary topic... we love trying new things!!!! OK - LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:45 Harrison didn’t know all men take out the trash

00:08:20 We’re going through 4 containers of cottage cheese per week

00:13:17 We joined a boat club!!! 

00:19:30 Should dads RECEIVE a push present?! 

00:21:55 We bought our baby Bitcoin!!! 

00:27:15 My FAVORITE items on my registry

00:28:30 Just Media update

00:31:38 Date night ruined by snoring & feet (not ours)

00:36:33 Why is Harrison wearing a cigarette hat?! 

00:39:10 Frat row & parent’s weekends 

00:45:50 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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When a girl slides into your boyfriend's DMs... Harrison and I had something *interesting* happen in our relationship this week (see title). We thought it would be valuable to discuss the boundaries we set in our relationship early on and why boundary setting is important for maintaining a healthy relationship. We cover topics like keeping in contact with exes, opposite sex friendships, sharing passcodes, location sharing, going out, and more.

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:50 When a girl slides into your boyfriend's DMs...

00:11:05 Keeping in contact with your ex is a red flag

00:12:37 Men and women can't be "just friends"

00:15:21 Sharing phone passcodes with your partner

00:19:16 Should you share your location with your S.O.?

00:26:48 Should parents track their teenagers location?!

00:30:21 Ground rules for going out

00:39:33 Navigating social media as a couple

00:43:11 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

#justalexpod

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This is what happens when you move in together… In today’s episode, we dive into the best and worst parts of moving into our first house together! We share what we've newly learned about each other and how it’s different from living with our exes. We’ve had our “growing pains,” but all in all, this is our favorite chapter yet :-) Stay tuned for more.

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:04:09 Moving into OUR first house!!!

00:09:00 Why we decided to rent instead of buy

00:13:40 How we chose this house and our favorite areas

00:18:00 Our “growing pains” 😂

00:23:00 What we’ve learned about each other since living together

00:34:00 Differences between living together vs. with past partners

00:40:14 Our favorite things about living together

00:44:00 Listener questions

00:46:50 Mental health update after the move

00:48:30 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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This week on the podcast, I sit down with Sarah Larson Levey, Founder/CEO of Y7 Studio and a momma of two. As a business owner, mom, and NYC to Austin transplant, I knew there’d be a ton I could learn from Sarah, and she certainly didn't disappoint.

Sarah opens up about her path from launching Y7 as a pop-up to transforming it into a renowned yoga community focused on inner growth and self-acceptance. She talks into Y7's mirror-free philosophy, explaining how it helps individuals break free from the comparison trap. This mindset extends beyond yoga into Sarah's experiences in motherhood, entrepreneurship, and overcoming personal challenges like two miscarriages.

Hope you guys enjoy Sarah’s insights on reducing comparison to foster personal growth and happiness in every aspect of life :)

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:43 Intro to Sarah Larson Levey, Founder / CEO of Y7 Studio and momma of 2 

00:08:45 How Sarah took Y7 from pop-up to cult-favorite yoga studio

00:21:15 No mirrors to encourage inward focus and no comparison

00:28:10 Taking lessons learned off the mat

00:31:45 The impact of the pandemic on Sarah and Y7

00:38:00 “It’s like this now”

00:41:30 Stop comparing yourselves to other moms online

00:44:30 Overcoming two miscarriages

00:52:40 How Sarah teaches her kids not to compare themselves to others

00:01:40 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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Dr. Robin Berzin, Founder and & CEO of Parsley Health, joins me this week to talk through the reality of pregnancy hormones. Dr. Berzin breaks down what REALLY happens with your hormones during pregnancy and postpartum. From managing symptoms to navigating health post-pregnancy, listen to this weeks ep for expert insights and listener Q&A (should you eat your placenta?!). It’s so important to understand your body during this time. And NO you aren’t crazy!!!! 

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Timestamps: 

Intro

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:02:05 Introduction to Dr. Robin Berzin, CEO & Founder of Parsley Health

What the hell is going on? Hormones during pregnancy

00:05:00 Help! I'm sensitive to my partner's smell now that I’m pregnant — What can I do?

00:07:25 What’s ACTUALLY going on with my hormones during pregnancy?!

00:10:30 Pregnancy creates a tidal wave of hormones (+ symptoms) - learn to ride it!

00:15:00 The importance of keeping active in pregnancy

00:16:15 Experiencing anxiety & depression during pregnancy 

00:20:35 Parsley Health takes care of momma, while the OB takes care of the baby

What now? Managing health and hormones immediately post-pregnancy

00:27:25 What to expect with postpartum hormone changes

00:33:25 Listener question: Should I eat my placenta?

00:35:06 Listener question: Am I less likely to experience the hormone crash if I had no problem going off of birth control?

00:37:00 Dr. Berzin’s Postpartum Toolkit (Top 4 Recommendations)

Wrap Up

00:41:05 Alex’s biggest takeaways

00:42:40 Additional resources 

00:45:05 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

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On this week's episode, I'm sharing 5 THINGS I WISH I KNEW IN MY 20s. I celebrated my 31st birthday last week, and I've been reflecting on my journey through my 20s and the whirlwind first year of my 30s, embracing the new paths life is throwing at me as a divorcee, entrepreneur, and mom-to-be. I'm so happy with where I am at now, but I've learned invaluable lessons along the way. In this episode, I want to share insights and advice that I wish my younger self had known, hoping they can inspire and guide you too.

Let me know in the comments what YOU learned in your 20s, that I can take into my 30s as well :-) 

#whatiwishiknew #20something #lifeadvice 

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Timestamps: 

INTRO

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:00:58 Reflecting on my 31st birthday

5 THINGS I WISH I KNEW IN MY 20s

00:03:51 Live life by your definition of happiness, not others

00:09:39 Take risks (ACTUALLY take them)

00:14:34 Be patient - good things take time 

00:16:57 Financial literacy is crucial

00:20:20 There’s a lot more to life than partying 

WRAP UP

00:23:46 5 THINGS I WISH I KNEW IN MY 20s recap

00:24:54 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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In this week’s episode, I’m getting advice from a therapist on how to stop being a people pleaser & start putting yourself first - two things I’ve been *trying* to prioritize throughout pregnancy. I’m joined by Dené Logan, a Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, and Podcast Host. Together, we dive deep into the topic of people-pleasing, exploring its roots, how it affects personal growth, and strategies to overcome it. I learned a TON from Dené that I’m excited to put into practice - hope you guys did too! 

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Timestamps: 

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:00:45 Meet Dené Logan - Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, & Podcast Host

00:03:05 What is people-pleasing and where does it stem from?

00:06:22 How can I identify situations, people, or circumstances that trigger people-pleasing tendencies?

00:09:50 Does people-pleasing hinder our personal growth?

00:13:15 What are methods for dealing with discomfort in the moment?

00:16:25 What are techniques for establishing clear and respectful boundaries with yourself and others?

00:19:55 We cannot heal fully unless we’re willing to face a certain amount of exile

00:25:01 Life feels better when you’re not people-pleasing

00:28:20 Alex’s biggest takeaways

00:31:10 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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You asked and we answered! In this week's episode, we're doing a Q&A. We discuss knowing I was ready for kids, what changed, and what we're most excited about in this new phase. We also share our process for choosing what city to live in - including how we landed on Austin and the latest on our house. I touch on dealing with prepartum depression, which I'll explore more deeply in a later episode. This is ‘what's next’ for us—comment down below with what you want to hear more of! 👇👇

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:01:15 How did we choose where to live?

00:04:25 Are we still buying a house?

00:06:15 What are we most excited about in this next chapter?

00:11:23 Why do I want kids now but not before? What changed?

00:15:20 What childhood traditions do we want to continue with our daughter?

00:21:45 What have we taught each other, and how will we teach it to the baby?

00:27:40 How am I dealing with depression during pregnancy?

00:35:55 What if I have the baby and wants to be a stay-at-home mom?

00:38:10 Why is Harrison always on the Just Alex podcast?

00:40:10 LOVE YOU GUYS!

#qanda #nextchapter #movingupdate #prepartumdepression

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In this week’s episode, Harrison and I do a complete mid-year reset, with a focus on goal setting & manifesting our next 6 months. I have a TON of major life changes happening right now - soon-to-be mom, new business, new relationship, moving cities (🤯) - I needed a little reset.

We walk through Harrison’s goal-setting framework, which covers five key buckets: family, friends, love life, impact (job), and wellbeing. And also share our goals for the second half of the year, as individuals and as a couple.

Two things I learned while prepping… You are 42% more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down, and 65% more likely if you share them with an accountability partner. What do you think my odds are now that I’ve shared them with all of you?!

Add your goals in the comments below.👇👇Let’s do this together!!

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:03:24 Use code “JUSTALEX” for 15% off at Alice & Olivia

00:04:09 How to set goals that will increase your happiness

00:10:55 Our family goals

00:13:52 How to measure success

00:15:07 Our mental/physical health goals

00:17:57 Our “impact” (job) goals

00:20:27 Our love life goals

00:25:39 Our friend goals

00:30:53 How to track your progress

00:32:56 How we envious life in 6 months

00:34:35 LOVE YOU GUYS!

#HowToSetGoals #IncreaseHappiness #MajorLifeChanges

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Happy Thursday! I’m 26 weeks!! Wanted to sit down and give you a quick 2nd trimester update - I chat through my baby shower recap and what’s getting me through pregnancy right now. 

This weekend Harrison’s mom & sister hosted a baby shower for me in Vancouver. 15/10 - no notes. The decorations, the plan for the afternoon, the company - everything was perfect. Happy to share details - shoot me your questions in the comments!!! 

OK so what’s getting me through my second trimester?! 

Here’s my R.E.P.O.R.T: 

[R]eading - Baby books!! To the little babe every night before bed :-) 

[E]ating - DAIRY. Any other moms suddenly no longer lactose intolerant? 

[P]laying - NOT music. I can’t stand the sound of music while I’m pregnant. Need to do more research here… 

[O]bsessing - Over FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE. I need to nest - and start decorating her room. 

[R]ecommending - OK more books - but this time for you guys - anything by the author Jennie Allen!! 

[T]reating: Lots of rest - currently developing a brain inside my stomach (don’t text)

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex!

00:00:46 Vancouver baby shower recap

00:03:58 Feeling understood and welcomed 

00:05:23 Second trimester pregnancy update

00:08:51 My second trimester R.E.P.O.R.T.

00:09:00 [R]eading - Baby books!!

00:09:38 [E]ating - DAIRY

00:11:49 [P]laying - NOT music. 

00:12:40 [O]bsessing - Over FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE.

00:15:25 [R]ecommending - Anything by the author Jennie Allen!! 

00:16:18 [T]reating: Lots of extra rest 

00:18:40 Pregnancy brain

00:19:22 Registry 

00:21:00 LOVE YOU GUYS! 

#2ndtrimesterupdate #babyshowerrecap #whatsgettingmethrough

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Happy Thursday! In today's episode, Harrison and I dive into a conversation we think every couple should have – the all-important "money talk." We discuss how we’re going to structure our budget, prenup (cohabitation agreement in our case 😉), and child support agreement.

I've received tons of DMs about the "money talk" before marriage and the transparency (or lack thereof) in how couples handle their finances (budgeting, joint bank accounts, prenups, etc.). We're breaking down our process, what we've learned, and our final decisions in hopes of normalizing this conversation.

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:02:12 The importance of the “money talk” as a couple

00:05:20 The current state of our finances

00:08:00 Structuring a house payment as a non-married couple

00:12:00 Our joint bank account and what it’s paying for

00:13:00 “Fun money” - how we’re splitting meals out, clothing, travel, and experiences

00:16:40 Spending accountability and budget adjustments

0:19:35 How we’re splitting childcare

00:20:15 How we’re structuring our prenup - inheritance, investments, businesses & living expenses

00:27:11 Seeing a prenup as no different than life/health/care insurance

00:27:55 Child support in the event of a breakup

00:29:45 The importance of having this conversation with a clear head

00:33:30 LOVE YOU GUYS

#moneytalk #budget #prenup #childsupportagreement

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Happy Thursday!!! Sam Parr - successful entrepreneur, podcaster & father - joins Harrison & me to discuss the family life & the finances of raising a kid. We chat through how to align on values and finances early with a partner, his 40k per month budget, and the transformative power of parenthood.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:01:00 Selling The Hustle for millions

00:03:20 Creating powerful connections through Hampton

00:05:00 Becoming a “time billionaire” and retiring at 31

00:11:50 Sam’s framework for a successful partnership

00:13:00 How do Sam and his wife split finances?

00:15:15 Sam’s “war on stuff”

00:18:00 Raising a non-spoiled kid

00:23:15 What baby items are worth the splurge?

00:28:25 Posting your baby’s face online

00:31:10 The Anxious Generation

00:32:30 Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting

00:33:30 Sam’s parenting win

00:37:00 Lessons learned from the biography of Lewis & Clark

00:41:00 The Comfort Crisis

00:42:30 The transformative power of having a kid

00:49:20 Skin-to-skin contact with a new born

00:51:30 Do you know what a doula is?!

00:56:15 Advice to someone having a kid who isn’t financially stable yet

01:00:05 The purpose of life

01:02:30 Sam asks if we’re getting married

01:04:45 Choosing where to raise a child

01:10:30 Public vs. private school (or home schooling?)

01:11:30 Healthy eating for kids

01:14:30 Moving to Austin

01:17:15 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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Let’s talk open and honest about diet, exercise, body image, social isolation and hormones when it comes to pregnancy. 

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex 

00:04:08 Pregnancy hormones getting the best of me

00:06:35 What I thought pregnancy was going to look like

00:07:16 The reality of my pregnancy so far 

00:08:15 How my diet has changed during pregnancy

00:12:25 Exercising during pregnancy 

00:14:20 Body image during pregnancy 

00:18:16 3 tips I’ve found helpful 

00:19:40 Isolating socially during pregnancy 

00:28:00 Pregnancy hormones stories (not crazy, just pregnant)

00:33:30 Working during pregnancy 

00:36:30 Reflecting on my first trimester 

00:38:15 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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My momma is back in NYC! Maybe helping me pack up :) to move.. where? Idk! This episode is about motherhood advice, what I’m most afraid of, and her *distaste* of those darn push presents.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:01:25 Our thoughts on push presents

00:03:05 My momma is back in NYC!

00:04:37 Grandma’s first doctor’s visit

00:07:00 Mom super powers

00:09:33 Bouncing back between babies

00:10:45 How excited is Kim?!

00:12:45 The Washington DC brunch

00:15:25 What scares me the most about pregnancy

00:16:25 Your child’s self-esteem

00:18:30 Figuring it all out

00:19:29 WORST parenting fails

00:24:30 First birthday parties

00:27:40 Nesting

00:29:10 Raising our kids jewish-christian

00:32:00 You can’t just be holiday cousins

00:34:00 Motherhood advice from Kim

00:40:38 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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THANK YOU for sending in your questions. Answering them ALL (w/ my baby daddy!!!) Happy Thursday xx

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00:00:00 Welcome back to another episode of Just Alex

00:03:08 Favorite names?

00:12:28 What will the baby’s last name be?

00:17:28 Are we still getting married?!

00:19:18 Do we see our relationship ending?

00:23:35 Did we tell our exes before announcing the news online?

00:25:30 How did I feel about the news leaking online?

00:30:20 Where are we moving?

00:33:33 Who is going to change the baby’s diapers???

00:35:55 Will we still travel so much?

00:36:40 What will Harrison be like as a dad?

00:37:58 Who will spoil the baby most, and why is it Kontent Kim?

00:38:59 Have our parents met each other?

00:40:30 Will the baby be a dual citizen?

00:41:25 LOVE YOU GUYS!

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We’re gonna be parents!!! That’s it, that’s the episode. 

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00:00:00 Welcome back to episode FOUR of Just Alex

00:00:45 A BIG announcement 

00:05:04 What happens in Vegas 

00:08:05 Were we trying? 

00:09:50 Test, test, 1, 2, 3

00:15:45 Meet the parents 

00:22:20 Making my dad’s day 

00:25:27 An awkward lunch

00:28:04 Our trip to the holocaust museum

00:29:00 The power of messaging 

00:30:17 The family group chat

00:31:00 I just met a girl 

00:33:50 The first doctor’s appointment

00:37:40 What’s next 

00:38:38 A letter to Harrison

00:39:30 LOVE YOU GUYS

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Kontent Kim is back!!! And she brought my dad :) My parents join me in NYC to talk about childhood, starting Just Media, how we navigated the divorce as a family (in dad’s words: ‘it was as family sh!t show’) and how we’ve all come out stronger on the other side. S/o mom & dad for raising me to make good choices and do what makes me happy. Happy Thursday xx

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00:00:00 Welcome back to episode THREE of Just Alex

00:03:15 My parents are in NYC!

00:06:09 What was I like growing up?

00:12:45 Content creation & leaving Barstool

00:14:40 Starting Just Media

00:16:36 I love the risk involved in starting a business

00:19:55 Thoughtful reflections on the divorce

00:26:25 Did my parents see the divorce coming?

00:34:02 The decision to go to Canyon Ranch

00:39:25 Getting the pep back in my step

00:40:50 Going home to OKC for the first time

00:43:30 Who was I in the Hudson Valley with?

00:47:50 Raising kids to do what they wanna do

00:49:20 Lesson learns from the divorce

00:52:30 What do my parents think of me now?

00:54:33 What do my parents think of Harrison?

00:56:05 LOVE YOU GUYS

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Meet my new boyfriend! First it's *how we met*, then we have an unfiltered conversation around how fast things have moved, finances, online hate and more. Happy Thursday!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Welcome BACK to Just Alex!!

00:01:50 - Meet my boyfriend

00:06:25 - How we met

00:11:55 - Our first ACTUAL date

00:14:28 - Breaking all of our rules

00:19:45 - Honeymoon phase?

00:22:22 - Giving up generational wealth

00:27:29 - Setting expectations early

00:30:15 - What it’s like dating a content creator

00:34:07 - Dealing with hate online

00:36:50 - New beginnings at Canyon Ranch

00:40:36 - LOVE YOU GUYS

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Welcome to episode one!!! This past year was a tough one. On this episode I get vulnerable about how hard divorce was, when I hit rock bottom, and being able to move on. And remember, rock bottom is a great foundation to build new. :)

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - The Beginning of the Just Alex Podcast

00:02:09 - About Me as a Content Creator

00:04:12 - The Journey to Accidentally Alex Diner

00:06:20 - From Corporate Job to Content Creator

00:08:13 - Moving to New York City

00:10:19 - Dividing Paths and Uncertain Future

00:12:22 - The Internal Struggle to Stay

00:14:25 - The Strength of Letting Go

00:16:40 - The Decision to Separate

00:18:38 - Facing the Reality of Divorce

00:20:56 - Utter Distraught

00:22:59 - Awakening at Canyon Ranch

00:25:07 - Traumatic Experiences and Financial Setbacks

00:27:10 - Learning Empathy and Making Decisions

00:29:15 - Rediscovering Myself and Embracing Freedom

00:31:21 - Introducing Magic

00:33:26 - Social Media Platforms and Postproduction

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