425: When PARENTING Doesn't Turn Out As Planned // Michelle Barrow

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🗓️ 14 April 2025

⏱️ 40 minutes

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Summary

What happens when your child's story looks nothing like the one you had imagined? This heartfelt encore episode features my dear friend, Michelle Barrow—a mother of four and grandmother of six—who generously shares the wisdom she’s gained from raising teenagers and supporting her adult children through life’s unexpected twists. This conversation is a powerful companion to last week’s episode with author Jessica N. Turner on moving forward when life doesn’t turn out as planned. In this episode, Michelle invites us into her journey of learning how to let go of rigid expectations, make room for her children’s evolving identities, and parent from a place of trust rather than fear. In this conversation, you'll hear: 💜 Why “parenting formulas” don’t guarantee outcomes—and how letting go of expectations can lead to more peace and joy. 💜 What it looks like to change the rules mid-parenting, and how doing so can strengthen trust and relationships within your family. 💜 How to stay rooted in your values while giving your children the freedom to shape their own stories. 💜 And ultimately, how you can find peace and steadiness in parenting, even when things don’t go as planned. Whether you're parenting toddlers or teens, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and encouraged to embrace the beautifully imperfect journey of motherhood. For full show notes, including takeaways, click here. *** Related Episodes: 279: Navigating Parenting Triggers // Nat Vikitsreth 272: How to Fall Back in Love with Motherhood When It All Feels Hard // Tessa Brown 206: 3 Things to Remember when Parenting is Difficult Sponsors: Acorns Early: Ready to help your kids learn the value of money? Just head to acornsearly.com/3in30 or download the Acorns Early app to get started. Sign up now and your first month is on us! Zocdoc: Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/3in30 to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Helix Mattresses: Helix mattresses are award-winning and have been proven to help with deep sleep. They ship right to your house, and they have a 100-night risk-free trial. If you don't love your Helix, they'll pick it up and give you a full refund. Go to helixsleep.com/3in30 for 20% Off Sitewide. Air Doctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code 3IN30 to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free! KiwiCo: Tinker, Create, and Innovate with KiwiCo! Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com, promo code 3in30. Let's Connect! Join me on Instagram! Get weekly-ish emails with BTS of my life Find Your Magic in Motherhood: Free 3-Day Email Course

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0:00.0	You're listening to 3 and 30 Takeaways for Moms, and this episode is sponsored by Acorns Early,
0:05.2	the smart money app and debit card for kids that helps them learn the value of money.
0:10.1	I first learned about the value of money as a middle schooler. I kept oversleeping and missing
0:14.8	the school bus every day and my mom had had enough. So she told me she wouldn't drive me
0:20.1	anymore and I would have to figure it out.
0:22.2	The next time I missed the bus, I called a taxi and brought my Tootsie Roll piggy bank with me to pay the
0:28.0	cab driver. This is hilarious to me now, but I'm so proud of my mom for teaching me independence,
0:33.8	accountability, and the value of money, because after a few times of shelling out
0:38.3	$10 for a ride to school, I started setting my alarm and getting myself up and out the door on time.
0:44.7	When kids have their own money to manage, they learn about real-world responsibility,
0:49.0	and Acorns Early makes it easier for busy parents to teach their kids' money skills.
0:53.8	Acorns Early lets parents pay allowances automatically, and kids can spend what they earn with
0:58.7	their very own debit card. Plus, parents can keep track of where and when their kids are
1:03.0	spending, and Acorns Early's Chores Tracker teaches kids that hard work pays off if paying
1:08.5	kids this way is right for your family. Ready to help your kids learn
1:12.2	the value of money? Just head to acornsEarly.com slash 3 and 30 or download the Acorns Early app to get
1:18.7	started. Sign up now and your first month is on us. Terms and conditions apply. Monthly
1:24.3	subscription fee starting from $5 per month unless canceled. You're listening to 3 and 30
1:29.1	Takeaways for Moms and this episode is sponsored by Zoc Doc, a free online service that helps
1:34.0	patients find and book medical appointments. Do you have those days when you know something is off with
1:38.9	your health, but you don't want to book an appointment for several weeks or months out? I'm so happy
1:43.4	to say that ZocDoc
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