In this episode of Relatable Parenting, Josh and Priscilla get honest about the struggle to be fully present with the people who matter most—especially as a busy couple raising two kids in fast-paced, expensive California. From screen time habits to family rhythms, they unpack what’s working, what’s not, and how they’re learning to live slower, on purpose.

You’ll hear about how they use weekly check-ins, Google Calendars, and “The Brick” to minimize distractions, and how growing up in different family cultures shaped how they parent today.

If you’ve ever felt like the people you love are getting your leftovers, this episode will challenge and encourage you to reset your priorities and rethink what intentional love really looks like.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:24 Being Intentional with Family
01:17 Challenges of Intentionality
02:23 Distractions and Solutions
03:31 Life Before and After Kids
04:41 Living in California vs. Oregon
06:20 Financial Pressures and Intentionality
07:16 Managing Work and Technology
11:39 Parental Influence and Family Culture
14:43 Future Family Goals
19:18 Communication and Relationship Check-ins
21:37 Conclusion

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Brick phone device (not sponsored)
• Us in Mind by Ted Lowe- current book club pick on our Patreon
• Strong and Kind by Korie Robertson

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In this episode of Relatable Parenting, we’re getting real about the wild ride from parenting one child to managing life with two. We talk candidly about splitting attention between kids, navigating the mental load, and the logistics that come with juggling multiple little ones. We also open up about how our relationship has evolved, ways we’ve stayed connected, and how we celebrate the small wins. Whether you’re expecting your second or in the thick of it already, this episode is your support system in audio form. You’re doing a great job, and the love multiplies.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:23 The Challenges
• 13:03 The Wins
• 22:23 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Relatable Parenting, we’re taking it all the way back to the beginning—how we met, became friends, and eventually started a relationship that led to marriage, kids, and this podcast.

We’ll walk through what life looked like before we met, the exact moment we saw each other for the first time (yes, Josh remembers the outfit), and the way our friendship turned into something more.

Episode Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Episode Overview

00:17 – Setting the Scene: Where We Were in Life

02:53 – The First Meeting: June 18th, 2017

06:59 – Building a Friendship

09:49 – From Friends to More: The Transition

13:47 – Reflecting on Our Journey

17:44 – Conclusion and What’s Next

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