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10 Best Financial Podcasts for Parents

10 Best Financial Podcasts for Parents

Danielle Sexton
January 08, 2024

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Today’s Mommy scoop:

Financial Know-How Podcasts
Grounding System: Discipline with a twist.
Overnight Weetabix: For busy mornings 🌅
DIY Rose Body Scrub 🛀

Budget Diapers & College Dreams

10 Best Financial Podcasts for Parents

Juggling parenthood and finances? Tune into these 10 brilliant financial podcasts designed for busy parents like you.

Whether you're washing dishes or driving to work, these podcasts offer valuable money management insights for every stage of your financial journey.

Empowering Money Talks

"So Money" with Farnoosh Torabi: Get personal finance wisdom blended with life advice. Torabi's Q&A sessions on everyday money dilemmas are a gold mine for parents.

Financial Independence Journey

"Journey to Launch": Follow Jamilly Souffrant's path to financial independence. From saving strategies to reducing debt, this podcast covers it all.

Women and Wealth

"Her Money" with Jean Chatzky: A female-focused financial guide exploring practical and philosophical money matters, empowering women to think healthily about finances.

Couples' Financial Harmony

"The His & Her Money Show": A must-listen for couples striving for financial unity, debt-free living, and teaching kids about money.

Fun with Frugality

"Frugal Friends": Redefine frugality with Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni. Learn to be frugal (not cheap!) and enjoy financial freedom.

Real-Life Money Solutions

"Money Confidential": Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez tackles everyday financial questions, making complex topics dinner table discussion-friendly.

Mapping Big Financial Goals

"Afford Anything": Paula Pant's mantra - afford anything but not everything. Learn to prioritize spending for a more fulfilling financial journey.

Budgeting Made Easy

"The Inspired Budget": Allison Baggerly teaches practical budgeting for families, paving the way to financial independence.

Family Finance Essentials

"Marriage Kids and Money" Podcast: Andy Hill offers crucial advice on topics like paying off mortgages early and teaching kids about money.

Millionaire Insights

"Millionaires Unveiled": Discover the everyday millionaire's journey. Clark and Jace provide a mix of inspiration and actionable advice for aspiring families.

From budgeting basics to investing insights, there's a wealth of knowledge waiting for you.

A little financial wisdom goes a long way in ensuring your family's prosperity.

Happy listening! 💰👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

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Mom Hack

Productive Grounding System

Mom Hack

Replace traditional grounding with a point-based system.

Assign household tasks for points that allow your child to 'earn' their way out of being grounded.

Dusting their room = 75 points.

Cleaning the bathroom = 100 points.

etc.

Mom’s Menu

🌅 Overnight Weetabix: A Quick and Healthy Breakfast

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Meet Overnight Weetabix, your new morning time-saver!

This quick and healthy breakfast option is perfect for busy mornings.

Just spend five minutes prepping in the evening, and wake up to a delicious, no-fuss meal.

Why You'll Love It

⏰ Super quick and easy to prepare.
🍌 Packed with healthy ingredients for a nutritious start.

Ingredients 📝

2 Weetabix or wheat biscuits
½ cup milk
½ banana
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
¾ cup plain yogurt
¼ teaspoon vanilla
½ cup defrosted frozen raspberries

Instructions 👩‍🍳

Crumble the Weetabix into a bowl and stir in the milk. Compact with a fork or spoon.
Mash the banana and spread it over the Weetabix layer. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
Mix mashed raspberries and vanilla into the yogurt, then spoon over the banana layer.
Refrigerate overnight or for at least 1 hour. Add your favorite toppings before serving.

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Note 📌

Overnight Weetabix is a versatile breakfast that you can customize with various toppings like fresh fruit, chia jam, or peanut butter.

It's a great way to ensure a healthy and effortless start to your day!

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)

Best Homemade Body Scrub

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Create a luxurious Coco Rose Body Scrub with…

Unrefined sugar
Himalayan pink salt
Liquid coconut oil
Essential oils

Mix salt and sugar, add coconut oil, then blend in rose geranium and ylang-ylang oils for fragrance and skin benefits.

Store the scrub in an airtight glass container for a smooth, exfoliating body treatment.

Perfect to give as a gift or sell on Etsy!

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

Perfect for moms on the move. Whether you're running after the kids or needing a hands-free moment, this tumbler’s easy-carry handle and durable design make staying hydrated a breeze.

Plus, it's dishwasher safe - one less thing to worry about!