🎉 GoodMom is back for Season 2—and we’re talking money! When your teenager has a car, a girlfriend, and a growing list of expenses, how do you decide what to pay for—and what they should earn themselves? Sunny and Lindsay share their different upbringings around money and explore how those beliefs shape our parenting. From Sunny’s daughters turning their love of dogs into spending money to the questions we rarely ask our kids, this conversation is about getting curious together. In this ep...

Is that something your child really wants — or something they’ve been sold? From TikTok skincare trends to Roblox purchases and brand-name clothes, kids face a steady stream of messages about what they need and who they should be. Sunny and Lindsay explore helping kids recognize manipulation, practice discernment, and build confidence in their own choices. Through honest parenting stories, they discuss looking beneath the purchase, getting curious instead of judgmental, and giving kids room t...

Our kids are more connected than ever — but how comfortable are they having a face-to-face conversation? Helping kids build social skills in a world full of screens starts with everyday opportunities to be present, communicate clearly, and connect with others. Sunny and Lindsay explore “social fluency” through honest stories from their own families. From one-word answers to an unexpected conversation at the Starbucks drive-through, they share how small moments can model meaningful connection....

Sunny and Lindsay dive into a parenting dilemma we all know — when your kids struggle, do you jump in to fix it or give them room to figure it out? From a daughter’s reluctance to make videos to a teenager’s impatience during recovery, they share honest stories about helping kids build resilience while navigating our own urge to rescue them. Tune in for a conversation about learning from mistakes, practicing patience, and supporting your kids as they discover what they’re capable of. ✨ In ...

Sunny and Lindsay dive into a topic that’s perfect for the holiday season — and every day of the year! Kids’ energy, enthusiasm, and joy can sometimes feel like a flickering string of Christmas lights… and as parents, we want them shining bright. But how do you know if your kids are truly “lights on”? And how do you help them stay there while still teaching responsibility? Tune in to learn how to spot the spark, master discernment, and model making choices that light you — and your kids — up....

Families change. Kids grow. Parents shrink (emotionally… and sometimes literally). And suddenly your house feels like it’s playing musical chairs with bedrooms, traditions, and everyone’s feelings. In this episode, Sunny and Lindsay dive headfirst into the hilarious, tender, and sometimes totally overwhelming reality of changing family dynamics. Sunny kicks things off with the big news: her teenage boys officially need their own rooms, which means the beloved guest room is OUT. And her parent...

‘Tis the season for holiday chaos—and Lindsay and Sunny are here to tackle the big question: to wrap or not to wrap? From sparkly bows to reusable fabric sacks, from sip-and-wrap parties to gift card scavenger hunts, they share clever (and guilt-free) ways to make gifting fun, festive, and sustainable. They also dish on celebrating big family adventures instead of piles of presents, making holidays magical for kids of all ages, and savoring the season without stressing over the perfect tree o...

Lindsay accidentally goes live mid–bite (classic 🤣), and we roll right into a very real conversation many parents are facing today: What do you do when your grown child moves back home? 🏡💬 Lindsay shares a story about her friend’s 23-year-old daughter, who moved back after college—now more independent, more adult, and… not exactly interested in contributing at home. 😅 Cue the tension, the questions, and the “Wait… what do we do now?” moments. Sunny jumps in with some great perspective, includin...

Ever had one of those parenting moments where your kid’s heartbreak hits you too? 😅 Lindsay and Sunny dive into the tricky—but oh-so-important—world of helping kids handle disappointment. From scraped knees 🤕 to missed football games 🏈, they share real-life stories (including Sunny’s son Sayer’s sports mishap) and thoughtful tips for guiding kids—and ourselves—through life’s ups and downs. Laugh along with their goofy antics 😂, get practical advice on helping kids talk through feelings 💬, and...

Sunny and Lindsay went off the reservation for their very first live podcast—and things got hilariously real! 😅 From tech hiccups to behind-the-scenes chaos, this episode is a wild ride for any mom (or dad) trying to survive the party planning grind. This week, they dive into the sometimes tricky, sometimes hilarious world of gift giving. 🎁 From birthday registries to gift bags, personal touches to “trinkets and trash,” Sunny and Lindsay explore how to make gifts meaningful, fun, and stress-f...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to raise someone else’s kids? 🤔 Whether it’s your grandkids, foster kids, or the neighborhood crew that magically ends up at your house, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and real-life parenting lessons. 💕 Sunny and Lindsay chat about the power of love 💖, listening 👂, and guiding kids through big transitions—while keeping your sanity intact 😅. From fostering to everyday adventures, they explore how to balance boundaries, support creativity 🎨, and make...

Sunny and Lindsay are rolling up their sleeves and diving into a topic that’s part parenting lesson, part business strategy, and 100% real life — building a family business (and surviving it 😂). Sunny shares how her family turned a simple summer project — converting old VHS tapes to digital — into a potential small business that’s teaching her kids way more than just tech skills. From brainstorming and market research to finding their first real customer (who’s not even related!), this episod...

Lindsay and Sunny dive into the parenting tightrope walk of letting go without losing your mind. 😂 They get real about what it means to raise authentic kids in a world that constantly tells them to “fit in.” From twin dynamics 👯‍♀️ to teen “mean girl” phases 😬 to the science behind why being fake can actually harm your health (yep, Harvard says so!). This episode is packed with laughs, “me too” moments, and surprisingly deep insights. You’ll hear stories about kids who want to be adults one m...

Is your neighborhood a slice of paradise… or a circus? 🤡 Sunny and Lindsay are back to spill the tea on all the joys, chaos, and outright madness that comes with living in a community today. From HOA headaches to barking dogs at ungodly hours 🐕, and from Facebook drama to Ring cam shenanigans 📱, they’re covering it all with humor, honesty, and a little sass. In this episode, we tackle: ✨ HOAs – or as we like to call them, “Hundreds of Annoyances” 🏡 ✨ The dos and don’ts of dealing with noisy n...

Do you ever wake up thinking, “Today is gonna be smooth sailing” — only to have the universe laugh in your face? 😂 From your favorite restaurant suddenly refusing AmEx, to your phone “updating” itself into chaos, to your smart speaker deciding it’s smarter than you… sometimes it feels like the entire world is built to drive us nuts. It’s like death by a thousand paper cuts, and moms are left holding the Band-Aids. Lindsay and Sunny are serving up the real talk on those everyday annoyances tha...

Guess who’s back together, mamas? 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️ Sunny + Lindsay in the same virtual room again, and trust us, it feels so good. We’ve been swapping mom stories, laughing too loud, and cooking up new ways to connect with YOU. (Stay tuned, you’re gonna love it. 😉) 🏈 Friday Night Frights Sunny’s got a doozy this week: her 15-year-old son took a hit on the football field and ended up with a concussion. Cue: ER visit and mom tears. 😬💔 Don’t worry — he’s back on the field now, but not before giving his ...

Ever wonder why your teen stays up WAY past bedtime? 😅 Sunny and Lindsay are breaking down the chaos of late-night teens, from midnight YouTube marathons to finding their own private space. 👦 Middle Child Madness: Sunny shares her middle son’s struggle with staying up late and how she’s trying to get him back on track before school starts 🏫⏰. 🕒 Finding Their Rhythm: Teens have their own internal clocks! Learn how understanding their schedules can make bedtime battles a little less stressfu...

Sunny’s back from Ohio … and let’s just say her house in San Diego didn’t exactly sparkle after being left in the hands of her husband and two boys for two months. 🏈🧔👦👦 Packages piled high , sticky cupboards , mystery messes on the floor … sound familiar? This week, Sunny and Lindsay dive into: ✨ The “man cave effect” when mom’s away ✨ Why kids (and sometimes dads) skip the obvious chores 🙃 ✨ The fine line between messy and dirty 🧽 ✨ How to actually teach kids responsibility instead of doin...

How much should we share with our kids when life gets tough? 💭 Do we protect them from the heavy stuff … or let them in early so they can walk the journey with us? 🚶‍♀️❤️ Lindsay and Sunny get real about those tricky parenting moments when you’re not sure if it’s the “right time” ⏰ to spill the beans. From health scares to big family moves to the “D-word” (yes, divorce 😬💔), they share their own stories—the good, the awkward, and the ones their kids still bring up decades later 😂. ✨ You’ll ...

Ever feel like your family memories are scattered across 17 shoeboxes, a dusty stack of VHS tapes, three different iCloud accounts, and a mysterious folder called “New Folder (3)”? Sunny and Lindsay are in the same boat—only theirs is overflowing with baby pictures, awkward school portraits, and the occasional photo with someone’s name written directly across their shirt. Together, they share their very different approaches to organizing and digitizing decades of family memories—from giant la...

Ever feel like your color-coded calendar is running your life? 😅 This week, Lindsay and Sunny swap stories about the magic that happens when you ditch the to-do list and embrace the unexpected. 💡 In this episode: 🐾 Dog-Sitting + Car-Lending + Surprise Plans – How Lindsay’s day turned into a joyful chaos-fest. ⏰ When Over-Scheduling Attacks – Sunny’s tale of a Monday that could’ve used more flow and less freak-out. 💆‍♀️ Letting Go of “Perfect Mom” – Why constant activity isn’t the gold standa...

Sunny 🙋‍♀️ and Lindsay 💬 dive into the oh-so-relatable parent problem: What happens when you miss a BIG moment in your child’s life—and how to handle the guilt without drowning in it. 💡 Episode Highlights: 🎂 The Birthday That Wasn't – Sunny shares how she missed her oldest son's 15th birthday party 🎉… and the creative (and slightly backfired) way she tried to make it special from afar. 🏈 Football vs. Family Time – The tricky choices kids make… and the ripple effects parents have to...

Politics + family = 🔥 ...and not the good kind. Lindsay and Sunny tackle one of the trickiest topics for any household: how to navigate political differences without losing your mind—or your relationships. Whether it’s intense dinner table debates, unsolicited “educational” books from grandparents 😬, or just trying to keep the peace around the kids, this conversation is all about keeping love front and center... even when you completely disagree. 💬 Lindsay shares: “I don’t do hate. I do liste...

What happens when Sunny lets her twin girls go on a camping trip without her? With someone else’s grandparents, no less? You guessed it—cue the judgmental looks 😬 and the “Would a good mom do that?” vibes. Sunny and Lindsay get real about trusting your gut, giving your kids some freedom, and dealing with all those unspoken parenting rules people love to throw around 🙄. ✨ You’ll hear: 👯‍♀️ How twins magically count as one friend 🏕️ Why camping without Mom can be the ultimate independence ...