
In the special segment "They Said What?!" Shanna and Laura discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently, including a surprisingly sentimental comment about Laura's upcoming travel plans and a shocking outburst in a grocery-store parking lot. Also, Shanna reports on her kids' new chore routine, and Laura talks about her anxiety leading up to her first grader's school performance. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week, including a fun dinner activity for the family and a big school transition. Shanna’s kids are 7 and 10 years old, and Laura’s kids are 7 years old and 5 years old. Topics discussed in this episode:Implementing a reward system at home with your kidsHaving your kids do chores around the houseQuestioning your own parenting decisions based on someone else's opinionAngering a stranger in publicCan being a mom change your brainFunny things kids sayMaking homemade sushiTransitioning from preschool to TK Products, links, resources mentioned in this episode:Kallaloo! A Caribbean TaleStone Soup folk storyTrader Joe'sDisney AdultsSushi rolling matsGrim Grinning Ghosts song from the Haunted Mansion ride Past BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:Ep. 381 - Where Shanna introduces the "Cat Bucks" reward system Connect with UsFollow us on social: Instagram, TikTok or Facebook at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website: bigfatpositivepodcast.comEmail us: contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.comSend us a voice message: speakpipe.com/bfppodcast If you enjoyed this episode, help spread the word by sharing the show or leaving a review. Thank you! Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.