Episodes 118
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 5.0 (47)
Since Apr 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
100%
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anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Parently taps into the unique experiences and perspectives of parents to celebrate the joys and honor the challenges of child-rearing. With new interviews each week, this is a podcast for moms and dads seeking an empowering community and a little levity.

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Recent Episodes

S6E19 S6 E19: Cassidy Schweer, Part 2: Finding Light in Grief

Mar 06, 2026 33m

In the final episode of Season 6, Cassidy elaborates on how she is navigating life after the death of her husband. She describes the ups and downs of single parenting, and how she strives to keep…

S6E18 S6 E18: Cassidy Schweer, Part 1: Wife, Widow

Feb 27, 2026 32m

Cassidy Schweer shares a deeply personal story of losing her husband, Matt, at the age of 35 during the global pandemic. She reflects on Matt’s qualities as a father and the beautiful memories he…

S6E17 S6 E17: Ashley Gustner: Early Childhood Advocate

Feb 20, 2026 39m

Ashley Gustner is a co-founder of the Minnesota Parents and Community Coalition for Childcare - a group committed to making early childhood education accessible, affordable, and high-quality in…

S6E16 S6 E16: Kate Lundquist, Part 2: Coming Out - A Love Story

Feb 13, 2026 39m

Kate shares how she persevered through new life obstacles, including a breast cancer diagnosis and a divorce from her husband of 21 years. She talks about her ex coming out as queer and their…

S6E15 S6 E15: Kate Lundquist, Part 1: Transracial Family Through International Adoption

Feb 06, 2026 45m

Kate reflects on her experience of international adoption and explains the complex realities of children in transracial families. As a Minnesota native and mother of six, she describes how her family…

S6 E14: Krysta, Annemarie, & Chelsea: Roommas

Jan 30, 2026 34m

College roommates reunite for their annual holiday “Roommas” tradition, sharing stories about their children, motherhood experiences, and reminiscing about the good old days.Music:…

S6E13 S6 E13: Chelsea Clark: Parenthood, Loss, & Creative Pursuits

Jan 23, 2026 36m

6 years after her original appearance on Parently, Chelsea Clark returns with a beer in hand and velour on the body to share how her life has evolved. She provides updates on the medical journey of…

S6E12 S6 E12: Michael Grunke, Part 2: Maria’s Memory

Jan 16, 2026 30m

Michael describes how he navigated mental health struggles and relationships following his daughter’s death. He talks about the joy he has found in life and how Maria will continue to play a role in…

S6E11 S6 E11: Michael Grunke, Part 1: A Father’s Loss

Jan 09, 2026 29m

After becoming a father unexpectedly at the age of 20, Michael describes the devastating loss of his daughter and his journey through grief, therapy, and healing.Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

S6E10 S6 E10: Kory McKay: Joy of a Grandma

Jan 02, 2026 36m

Kory McKay joins Parently to reflect on her journey from a mother of 3 by the age of 25 to a grandmother of 15 today. She explains how she navigated divorce, remarriage, and combining two families…

S6E9 S6 E9: Rhonda Hagel: Mental Health & Reparenting

Dec 26, 2025 31m

Rhonda discusses the role mental health played in her decision to have a child, and how a traumatic life event changed her perspective. She shares insights about meditation, her parenting philosophy,…

S6E8 S6 E8: Andy Higgins: Velour Zaddy

Dec 19, 2025 33m

Host Kelsey Higgins is joined by her husband, Andy, in an honest conversation about the rollercoaster ride of parenting. They discuss his journey from initially being content without children to…

S6E7 S6 E7: Jamie Richardson: Blended Family Bonus Mom

Dec 12, 2025 37m

Growing up in a self-described broken family, Jamie Richardson reflects on her winding journey which led her to becoming a "bonus mom" as well as having a child in her 40s. She discusses the…

S6E6 S6 E6: Maura Mena: Homeschool & Homesales

Dec 05, 2025 41m

Return guest Maura Mena explains how she balances homeschooling her three daughters while running a real estate business with her husband. She highlights their family’s focus on defining partner…

S6E5 S6 E5: Molly Steffen: Neurospicy

Nov 28, 2025 36m

Molly Steffen discusses her transition from healthcare leadership to becoming a special education para, explaining how burnout and her desire to spend more time with her four "neurospicy" children…

S6E4 S6 E4: Emily Finnerty: Auntie Em

Nov 21, 2025 37m

Guest Emily Finnerty shares her story of choosing not to have children, discussing her relationship with her husband, and how they gradually drifted away from the idea of parenthood. She also…

S6E3 S6 E3: Rachel Steece: Work-Life Pendulum

Nov 14, 2025 35m

In this episode, Kelsey chats up longtime friend Rachel Steece while revisiting their childhood experiences and discussing how their upbringing plays a role in their parenting philosophies. Rachel…

S6E2 S6 E2: Amber Arens: IVF Journey

Nov 07, 2025 37m

Amber Arens joins Parently to discuss her IVF journey that led to her son, Otto. She details the emotional and financial challenges, and shares what life is like as a single mother sharing custody of…

S6 E1: Emily Bauer: Follow Your Calling

Oct 31, 2025 43m

In Parently’s first episode of Season 6, Emily Bauer discusses her dramatic life transformation from working in bars as a new mother to becoming a business owner and founder of Embrace Our Souls. She…

S5E18 S5 E18: Amy Armstrong: Center for Family Resolution

Dec 13, 2024 31m

In Parently’s Season 5 finale, seasoned parent coach Amy Armstrong provides tips on how to address conflict in your relationships and build the skills required for positive parenting. She also…

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How many episodes does Parently have?

Parently has published 118 episodes since April 2020, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is Parently still active?

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