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This Family Tree Podcast

A couple discusses parenting, marriage, and everything that comes with it, in this unique call-in podcast.

kids & family parenting

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02:57:57

Ep. 50: Lauryn Evarts of The Skinny Confidential, Dr....

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2020/08/24

Alex and Shane reminisce on their first 50 podcasts, update on whether their plan to get intimate was a success, discuss the effects of “puttering”, and when family members gift your kid too many toys. Lauryn Evarts Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential joins to candidly discuss sex, drugs, skin care, and achieving your goals through intense organization. Developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman describes what it means to “raise good humans,” epigenetics, the importance of supporting mothers,

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01:54:50

Ep. 49: Ashley Callingbull & Amy Webb of This Little...

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2020/08/17

Alex and Shane return from their two week holiday, and discuss their time at a family cottage (bickering with parents, over drinking, eating too many chips...), and the importance of “puttering” to save the marriage. First Nations advocate, actress, model, and former Mrs. Universe, Ashley Callingbull candidly shares her experience growing up on an Indigenous reserve, enduring years of sexual abuse, overcoming trauma, racism in the pageantry circuit, and systemic inequalities that Canada’s

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02:03:12

Ep. 48: The Vagina Whisperer aka Sara Reardon &...

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2020/07/26

Alex and Shane discuss an unfair Instagram post, paternal postpartum blues, a possible vasectomy, and Tay Swift’s new song, “betty.” The Vagina Whisperer (Sara Reardon) goes into detail on the importance of pelvic floor health, and better maternal care postpartum. Alex asks Sara a variety of “vagina questions” submitted by listeners. Photographer and artist Bri McDaniel gives insight into her creative work (“Images of Empowered Motherhood”), what “Empowered Motherhood” is, the importance of

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02:09:59

Ep. 47: While They Nap Podcast & Susie Allison of...

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2020/07/21

Alex and Shane go into detail about the struggle of trying to choreograph their infant in a fashion show, Amy Schumer’s new pregnancy documentary, and their upcoming vacation.⁣ Chen and Lei from While They Nap Podcast discuss how they went from mom-friends to cohosts, their experience with systemic racism in Canada, and how it impacts their lives as mothers and educators. ⁣ Susie Allison of Busy Toddler gives Shane and Alex tips and advice on creating engaging games and play to keep their kids

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02:17:24

Ep. 46: “What To Expect When You’re Expecting”...

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2020/07/14

Alex and Shane recount the birth of Betty and the first week postpartum, how Alex drove herself to the hospital to deliver, Shane streaming the important labour moments online, and how quick the kid ended up coming. Shane gets an updated review on his skill as a labour support person. Heidi Murkoff, author of “What To Expect When You’re Expecting,” chats about everything pregnancy, her renowned book and community, the involvement of fathers in the newborn stage, public breastfeeding, sex during

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01:42:55

Ep. 45: Raffela Mancuso & Mik Zazon

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2020/07/05

In their last podcast before the delivery of their baby, Alex rates Shane as a labour support person based on their first birth, and gives him ways that he can be a better help this time around. They reflect on their first birth experience, and how they hope this time will be different. Raffela Mancuso recently disrupted the internet when calling out the disproportionate amount of thin white women in the body positive community. She discusses the need for this conversation, and for amplifying

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02:55:14

Ep. 44: Jillian Harris & Jessi Cruickshank

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2020/06/29

Alex and Shane discuss a wild week of doctor’s appointments, receiving an induction date, birth fears, and angering the “crunchy” crowd on the internet. Shane critiques about his Father’s Day appreciation post on Instagram. Jillian Harris joins the show to chat about the benefits of couples therapy, wellness, sex, and the relationship between cosmetic surgery and self acceptance. Jessi Cruickshank discusses the nuances of having twins and the early days of parenting, confronting Justin Trudeau

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02:05:20

Ep. 43: Perez Hilton & Big Little Feelings

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2020/06/21

Alex and Shane are having another child in the imminent future, but are they even ready? Shane brings up his fear of being made fun of by a baby, and how Lucy recently put him into an uncomfortable situation that he wasn't prepared to handle. Shane confronts Alex about needing a hearing aid. Perez Hilton joins to discuss his decision and his struggles in raising a family of 3 as a single, gay father. They chat about how quarantine has impacted not only their parenting, but their mental health; Perez

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01:42:56

Ep. 42: Shereen Jupp of Mother Muse & Chloe Brookman...

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2020/06/15

Alex and Shane catch up about false labour, scary birth predictions, people re-emerging after months of quarantine, and who is better at putting the kid to bed. ⁣ ⁣ Shereen Jupp, founder of Mother Muse(an editorial magazine that celebrates pregnancy and motherhood: @MotherMuseMag), chats about keeping your sanity, responding to online criticism and bullies, and growing up with an eating disorder. ⁣ ⁣ Chloe Brookman, co-founder of renowned kid’s brand, Olli Ella (@OlliElla), discusses creating a

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01:23:38

Ep. 41: Marcia Leone of Not So Mumsy & Melissa of...

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2020/06/08

Alex and Shane reflect on their week, being muted on social media, and how they intend to make changes in their lives going forward. * Please note that the following interviews were recorded before the murder of George Floyd. Marcia Leone of Not So Mumsy joins to chat about keeping adventure alive after you have kids, and the benefit of bribes. She talks about her connection with other women through her blog, and the power that even virtual connections can give you as a mother. Melissa of

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01:44:23

Ep. 40: Valeria Lipovetsky & Ben Lee

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2020/06/01

Alex and Shane open the episode discussing the recent murder of George Floyd, and attempting to work through their own feelings of not doing enough in the fight for racial equality. They debate about the recent controversy surrounding blogger Myka Stauffer, who recently "rehomed" her adopted child. Social Media icon Valeria Lipovetsky joins to discuss how she manages her extreme workload, keeping her children involved in her business and setting parameters around screen time, and how working

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01:46:56

Ep. 39: Erin Treloar of Raw Beauty Talks & Bachelor...

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2020/05/25

Alex and Shane explain why they didn't buy Lucy any gifts for her birthday, screen-time rules in quarantine, and chat about the highs and lows experienced while passing time in isolation. Erin Treloar, the founder of Raw Beauty Talks, joins to discuss self-acceptance and "raw" beauty. The conversation goes beyond ourselves, and delves into how embracing the movement can positively impact our children, through a shift in our dialogue and how we celebrate them. Erin reinforces how, as parents, we

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01:07:09

Ep. 38: Brittany and Ryan Ostofe of The Laughing...

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2020/05/18

Alex and Shane reflect on a busy week, from Mother's Day, to a double Birthday, to controversial interviews and an epic fight. Alex talks about where she's at in pregnancy, and her fears that preterm labour is a possibility. Brittany and Ryan Ostofe join to help determine who is in the wrong in some of Shane and Alex's marital/parenting issues, like eating each other's food, following old Tinder dates, and how much warning to give your partner for a night out with friends. Brittany and Ryan discuss

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01:55:37

Ep. 37: The Rebel Mamas & Bachelor Nation's Amanda...

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2020/05/10

Alex and Shane talk about the merits of early gift giving, their scariest parenting moment so far, and losing connection with friends in the first couple years of having kids. ⁣ ⁣ The Rebel Mama’s Nikita Stanley and Aleks Jassem join to talk about their bestselling parenting book, The Handbook For (Cool) Moms, and how to not lose sight of your own needs, desires, and identity in motherhood. ⁣ ⁣ Bachelor Nation’s Amanda Stanton discusses her experience being one of the show’s few single moms, and

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01:21:10

Ep. 36: Body Acceptance w/ Sarah Nicole of The Bird's...

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2020/04/30

Alex and Shane open up the episode chatting pre-podcast rituals, why drinking non-alcoholic beer is still fun, and review shows they've been binging. Sarah Nicole Landry (@thebirdspapaya) joins to discuss her perspective on body acceptance, and the importance of giving others - and yourself - grace. She shares her quarantine challenges, and advice for creating content in this environment. Podcast listener Alessia answers an onslaught of questions about her wedding, which will take place under

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01:03:32

Ep. 35: Prenatal Workouts w/ Expecting and Empowered...

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2020/04/23

Alex shares non-alcoholic beer facts, as Shane details what happens to him during a panic attack. Krystle from Expecting and Empowered talks about her pregnancy and postpartum rehab guides, and what you can do to keep active and minimize the damage that pregnancy & childbirth can put you through. Hayley Harlock, founder of The Flipside Life, discusses her online support community for partners of physicians and their families during the pandemic. Alex and Shane get to a lot of listener of questions,

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01:10:49

Ep. 34: Fragola's COVID19 Initiative & Prenatal...

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2020/04/19

Alex and Shane talk about the evolution of This Family Tree Podcast, from embarrassing episodes to their new scheme. They chat about Zoom party calls, and debate about when it’s appropriate to tell your partner about an upcoming event. August, the founder of baby food company, Fragola (@shopfragola), joins from self-quarantine in NYC to talk about Fragola’s COVID-19 intiative to help families in need. Sarah Penkin, co-owner of Pinnacle Hill Chiropractic in Rochester, NY, joins to talk about running

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19:24

Mini Episode #16

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2020/04/18

The episode opens with reflections on some successes in the week, and the silver lining of quarantine. The letter board has shown some early success, and Alex and Shane discuss which direction they should take next. Shane is offended that Alex used the same bath time routine with Lucy as he does. Are you allowed to steal your partner’s baby comedy routine? Information on a new “Cry It Out” study is shared, and comments are made on Doctor Oz suggesting that schools reopen amidst the covid

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23:54

Mini Episode #15

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2020/04/17

Alex and Shane almost slip up in their corona-consciousness, and research how long the virus lives on different surfaces. A little water bill from 2017 is turning out to be a big problem. A recent thread on a popular parenting account sparks a discussion whether boys should play with dolls or not. Alex’s cousin Julie phones in to discuss how she approached the subject of social distancing and COVID19 with her 6 year old daughter.

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21:46

Mini Episode #14

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2020/04/15

Alex and Shane discuss third trimester breathing problems, and the merits of co-creating a daily schedule with your partner. They rate the movies and shows that they’ve seen the past week: Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen, Greta Gerwig’s Little Women, and The Bachelor Presents: Listen to your heart.

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