As I prepare to bring my second child into the world, I can't help but ask everyone I know who has more than one kid what their experience was like and how it compares to the journey of becoming first-time parents. I put a call out to my audience about their experiences navigating this transition and in today's episode, you'll hear intimate stories and insights from six listeners who reveal their personal journeys navigating these significant life changes. Just about half of our listeners found the leap from zero to one child to be easier, while the other half believed that welcoming a second child was less daunting. In today's episode, we'll hear from 3 people with each opinion. We also shed light on the day-to-day realities faced by parents, particularly stay-at-home moms who juggle childcare with minimal support from partners working long hours. The emotional toll on relationships is profound, as parents often find themselves wrestling with identity shifts, increased exhaustion, and evolving trust in their parental instincts. I have a personal theory about the type of people who find the transition from 0-1 to be harder than 1-2...so tune into the episode to see if my theory holds true! Let's dive into today's segment filled with heartfelt stories, practical advice, and a supportive community for parents at every stage of their journey. 

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00:00:00 - 00:04:51 intro

00:04:51 - 00:16:17 Sam (0-1 was easier)

00:16:17 - 00:18:11 StoryWorth

00:18:11 - 00:30:00 Lindsay (0-1 was easier)

00:30:00 - 00:44:40 Laura (0-1 was easier)

00:44:40 - 00:57:23 Camila (1-2 was easier)

00:57:23 - 00:58:28 Omaha Steaks

00:58:28 - 01:14:48 Tash (1-2 was easier)

01:14:48 - 01:26:45 Ashley (1-2 was easier)

01:26:45 - 01:28:42 closing thoughts + outro

Watch this episode in video form on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjmevEcbh5h5FEX0pazPEtN86t7eb2OgX 

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