Sweatpants and Stilettos

We all live within our own skin. It's just how we feel about it with our self-confidence and how we take care of it. We are so excited to have Caryn Grazier of Simply Skin Esthetics join us. Of course, being women, raising daughters, and being a part of the female community, Steph and Crystal had so many questions. This is just Part 1 of our conversation asking all things about skin, the latest trends, and how to cope with our skin in different life stages. This episode brings so much insight, knowledge, and some newfound tricks in the health, skincare, and beauty industry. Join the conversation...because this is for anyone...men and women! Please find Simply Skin Esthetics at @simplyskinomaha on Instagram and Sweatpants & Stilettos @sweatpants.stilettos

...not a bear hunt. Ha! It's spring break! The Johnsons are going on one of three: a vacation, a trip, or an adventure. Which one...well, they all have a different definition. Steph and Crystal define what these three "trips" entail, discuss the Holy Grail and all the preparation...and give a few tips and tricks when traveling with your family. You will laugh...as you know these women have had some stories. Join us for light conversation in the closet as we discuss traveling. By the time this episode drops...will Crystal have had which one? A vacay...a classic "trip", or an ultimate adventure? Join us on Instagram @sweatpants.stilettos

What do you remember about middle school? Or, rather, what would you rather forget? No matter how you cut it, it is an awkward and pivotal time in one's life. You are growing into your own. This week, we have a very special guest. She was hard to get *cough*. Not, because she didn't want to be a guest...far from it. Rather, she is a middle schooler. This week we bring you the perspective of a middle schooler from a middle schooler. From this host, I - Crystal, am honored to my oldest daughter, Ava, come to the closet to discuss middle school.  This week we get an inside scoop on what middle schoolers are thinking, what they are into, and some of the pressures they are facing. The times of today are so different than when middle school parents went through the same experience. There are some things that remain true...and some things have gotten harder.  Let us know what you think...it was an insight conversation for mom.  DM us at @Sweatpants.Stilettos on Instagram...or just say hi to Ava. 

Calling all parents...of middle...well any age. We are in throngs of our preteen/middle school years in this parenting gig. As we always say, it is getting harder. We are facing that lovely season called "tryouts". It's fun, isn't it? We aren't in the era where we rely on phone calls or heading up to the school to see if your name is on a piece of paper. We are in real-time with instant access to all that is happening. In an era where all things are pushing to be the best and where everyone gets the participation trophy, how do you coach and walk your children through "failing". How do you navigate the competition, but more importantly walk the journey of not always coming out as the number one superstar? This week we take a real-life example happening in our household and open up the discussion. It is hard teaching kids that they will and need to fail. They have to build lifelong skills. It is heartbreaking as a parent, gut-wrenching to witness, but incredibly vital for the real world.  We would love to hear your take on this hot topic. How do you coach and wade through this journey? DM or Message us at @sweatpants.stilettos on Instagram

Hello! How fun is that name...the Crunchy Pharmacist? No, this episode is not all hippy and alternative. What this conversation is about is learning elements of medicine and maybe some alternatives - like looking at your ingredients. We are absolutely thrilled to have Dr. Erin Williams as a guest.  Dr. Erin Williams is a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist. She is passionate about reducing the use of potentially inappropriate or unnecessary medications where possible, while at the same time promoting the quality of life. Yes...we had the questions for Dr. Erin! The pharmacy is overwhelming, what are we looking for? Are there ingredients to consider in medications? What if I leave the darn refrigerated-only medication out on the counter all night? Erin does a wonderful job of giving us the down to earth answers, mixing in practicality with some things that maybe should make us think. Don't kid yourself...of course as moms we are sitting in our sweatpants and laughing along the way. Tune in for an insightful and fun conversation with Dr. Erin. Stay tuned for show notes, as we will list some things Erin discusses here.  Do you have questions? DM us at @sweatpants.stilettos on Instagram Follow Dr. Erin Williams @the.crunchy.pharmacist on Instagram. 

Just breathe. Makes us think of the song the beautiful Faith Hill coos. But, that one word can often be so difficult. Breathe. So many times in life, people are telling us...just breathe. When we face anxiety, a challenging time in our lives, or merely offering the advice of just to slow down, important people in our lives are coaching us to use what we have within us. But do we? This week, we have a special guest with us, Nicole Rager. Nicole is a Certified Transformational Breath® Facilitator and Trainer, who has worked with individuals across the globe. During this episode, Nicole educates us on what Transformational Breath® is and what a profound tool it can be in your life. The technique works on all levels – physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual. This is an intriguing and insightful conversation that left us wanting more.  Nicole has wonderful resources, e-courses, and information at www.nicolerager.com  Let's learn about our powerful tool within us.

Wow...we are back! We never intended to take a break. But, what a year 2021 was...and well, the lift-off to 2022 has been interesting. Let's face it, 2021 was a bit rough! However, even when things are tough, interesting, or downright uncomfortable, you still learn. This week Steph and Crystal get to connect...finally, after a month of sickness and mom life. And, they discuss what the year 2021 taught them and what they are taking with them into the new year. They have some intentions and are ready to take their lessons and move forward into a new year that hopefully will share just as many lessons, but will also be full of joy. Let's get real...come rejoin us in the closet! Follow us on Instagram at @Sweatpants.Stilettos

It's here!! Is it too late? Are you team Crystal --- holy smokes this is late to be shopping for holiday gifts? Or, are you team Steph...we are riding the tide? In any case, we are bringing you our favorites and annual gift list. It comes from moms and two women that like to shop. Hopefully, this helps fuel your creativity and sparks an idea for someone special in your life. Holidays are pure madness in trying to procure for everyone, as we all know...most likely it is the moms that are creating all the magic. So, hug a mom today.  We will post our links and pictures up on our Instagram account @sweatpants.stilettos 

We aren't sure how we are entering the Thanksgiving season, but here we are! It's been a hot minute on the mom train. Crystal has mysterious packages arriving at her house, Stephanie put a wild ingredient in her smoothie, and we endured a middle school concert. Regardless, we share some Thanksgiving basics and start to prep for the holiday season. If you are wearing sweats...join us. Those elastic bands will be our friends on Thanksgiving Day!  Always connect with us at @sweatpants.stilettos on Instagram

Can you believe it? We started Sweatpants and Stilettos a year ago! Being busy moms, literally spinning in every direction...we did it! We took on this creative outlet, and we couldn't be more excited and proud. We are so grateful for your listenership. This week, we hold tried and true. We discuss loathing family pictures, what became of Homecoming, how McDonald's Diet Coke is like crack, how one of us hates Halloween, and well how we are those parents.  Join us with our Diet Cokes in the closet as we get real.  We are holding a meet and greet this month in Omaha. DM us for details, as we want to meet you!

October is a month where many different advocacies are brought to light. This week we put the spotlight on one that sometimes gets overshadowed. It's Dyslexia Awareness Month. Crystal shares her personal journey her family has walked with dyslexia. There is still so much unchartered territory to blaze for dyslexia. We hope this week sheds some education, advocacy, and attention on this issue. 1 in 5 people is dyslexic. That is a staggering number. This is a story about a mom with massive gut intuition discovering her child has a superpower.  Please share your thoughts with us and connect on Instagram @sweatpants.stilettos

Yep. We are going to say it. This week completely kicked our booties! It was the first full week of school, and every parent feels the weight and layers to that statement. And, apparently, we are also holding a caregiver school assembly on how to fix the school pick up and drop off lanes. Come on...you know Chik-Fil-A would have the logistics worked out to a science. Seriously...how can the carpool lane be this obnoxious. Oh, and we also got our medical school degrees raising females. We had tears, we had stress, we had Steph eating Rice Krispies with "mashed" up bananas. We are just hamsters spinning. How about you? We are with you in solidarity. Tell us your stories. Connect with us on @sweatpants.stilettos.

Listeners want to know. Or, at least pose some interesting questions. Over the course of producing our podcast, listeners have sent in questions stemming from various episodes. The questions run the gamut, from personality traits to favorite products, to would you rathers. Steph and Crystal had so much fun answering these wide array of questions. We love hearing from our listeners and what sparks your interest. You can continue to inquire and connect with us on Instagram at Sweatpants.Stilettos or feel free to email us. What are you looking forward to this fall? Here is our first Q&A with our hosts.

Oh friends, where did the summer go? We are just going to call it. Can we? We are moms afterall. We are living the shit show of summer. It seems every time you cross the bridge from July 4th...it just becomes chaos. The ladies are all living completely different lives and are in different lanes. In this episode, we are transparent. We just catalog where we are and what we are feeling. We are sure all of you can resonate on some level. Ping us. Tell us we are not alone. But, we are making a effort to get back on track and in a groove. We didn't mean to take a little hiatus. But, well, that is motherhood.  Connect with us on Instagram at @sweatpants.stilettos or send us an email at Sweatpants.Stilettos@gmail.com

Are you like us? We just crossed a big bridge - our children transitioned from grade school to middle school. And, middle school takes on way more challenges, as kids make their way into the teen years. There are so many different pressures, lessons, and feelings facing teens today. We'll pull that card...things have changed since we have walked through the journey. One major shift  - technology! Officer Barton, a school resource officer here in Omaha, Nebraska, discusses with us the primary concerns she is seeing in the schools and what teens are troubled with today. This conversation is insightful, engaging, and makes you think as a parent...how will I walk this journey with my teen.  If you have any questions or would like to provide feedback, please email us at Sweatpants.Stilettos@gmail.com. Always DM us or connect with us at @Sweatpants.Stilettos on Instagram. 

For a lot of us, there is that little nagging push within us. There is some fuel or passion that we would like to investigate or dive into more. But, like most people, we don't just jump. We want everything to be perfect before starting anything. In this episode, we get to talk with Erin Stoll from Style Thief Fashion once again. Erin brings us her perspective and story on how she started her "side" business. Here's the best part...she started at 40...and she just went for it! Sort of like this podcast! We just jumped...and you figure it out as you go. Start somewhere. Learn how Erin has morphed and shaped her journey as she began her quest for fueling a passion she has. Follow us or get in touch with us on Instagram at @Sweatpants.Stilettos and @StyleThiefFashion

Let us introduce you to your new best friend. Her name is Erin Stoll. Erin is an personal stylist in the Omaha area who is the creator of Style Thief Fashion. This episode goes beyond what is the hottest trend and color palette on the market right now. Erin walks us through the journey of how she works with clients to determine their style and debunks myths a lot of us have seared into our heads. Erin is candid and brings to light her mantra: everyone should feel amazing. We absolutely loved our conversation, which could have gone on for hours. Come to the closet with us as we get real shaping identity...in more ways than one.  Follow us at @sweatpants.stilettos and @stylethieffashion

It's spring - or at least that time in the year where we are all wearing layers, the birds are chipping, and there are signs of rebirth. And, it is the time where we all get the urge to spring clean! We love deep cleaning, a good system, relish ultimate hacks, and love the smell of bleach. But, that isn't necessarily what we are discussing. "First quarter" is done. Have you checked in with yourself? As we come out of - what was something none of us have lived through - the pandemic, we ask ourselves...what needs spring cleaning within us? The ultimate saying is be careful what you return to. What do you want to return to, freshen up, or regroup within you? And...we are moms. Seriously, if there is a good trick in the book on any of the above send us a DM! @Sweatpants.Stilettos. Also, please feel free to give us a review and let us know how we are doing!

How many plates do you have spinning? Or rather, how do you balance? Many people take on a different lens to the whole work- life dance. When people find themselves in the child rearing days the whole work - life balances gets fuzzy, confusing, conflicting and hard. This week, Annette, Crystal and Steph found themselves at a retreat--where they had to prioritize to break away. They took the time to plan, discuss, and open up the question...how do you handle the work - life balance? Maybe it's about boundaries. Maybe it is seasonal. Maybe it doesn't exist. What do you think? Come join the conversation on Instagram @Sweatpants.Stilettos

We are in a culture where we live and breathe by our phones. They are our scheduling devices, entertainment portals, business operators, and help us survive household management. And...there is an app for everything! Why then, do we feel in the dark ages when you discover an app everyone knows about...and suddenly, it is your best friend. How did you not know about this before? This week, we share our favorite apps. And, we know we are certainly missing some. We need you to share with us...what are we missing? Apps make life easier. Help the moms out... Share your favorite app with us at @Sweatpants.Stilettos on Instagram.