The Balanced Family

Hey friends—just a quick update from Ben and Jessica! We’re hitting pause on the podcast for the rest of the summer so we can soak up time with our girls and prep them for the new school year. We’re …

In this episode, we dive into practical, bite-sized strategies to reignite your connection. Discover powerful "10-minute marriage fixes" you can implement today – no babysitter required! Learn how sm…

In this episode, Ben and Jessica discuss balancing health and realistic goals! After years of tracking food and weight, she decided to approach her well-being differently, focusing on holistic replen…

In this raw and personal episode, Ben and Jessica kick off a two-part series on body image after babies. Today, they dive into the toxic idea of “bouncing back” and the quiet (and not-so-quiet) shame…

Taking your kids to Disney World or Universal Studios? It’s magical, chaotic, expensive—and totally worth it (mostly). In this episode, we break down our top ten takeaways from our recent family trip…

This week, we dive into the age-old debate: diet vs. exercise—which one actually matters more? We explore some surprising science behind weight loss, energy levels, and long-term health. Plus, we sha…

This week we address a perfect mix of pregnancy, birth, and parenting questions we received from moms in our Balanced Families membership. From straightforward birth planning advice to a deep dive in…

This week we’re celebrating our fourteenth anniversary! So today, we’re pausing to reflect on fourteen powerful lessons learned that any couple can glean from. You’ll hear about our expectations vs r…

Ever thought about growing your own food—even if you don’t have much land? In this episode, we share how our suburban family started a backyard garden, what we grow and preserve, and how it’s brought…

Breastfeeding doesn’t come naturally for every mom, and dads feel like there’s nothing they can do to help. This episode is packed full of tips and advice for moms as they start breastfeeding and dis…

BEN GETS ROASTED! Here’s what happens when a chronic underachieving cheapskate asks out the girl who has it all together.

Dedicated to all the men out there who are just plain dumb sometimes—but still…

People are more connected than ever through online communities. But to what extent can they replace our in-person connections? Today, we’re breaking that question down by sharing specific stories abo…

Today we're talking about screen time — and why it's less about strict rules and more about building an intentional family culture. We share how our views on technology have changed over time and why…

We’re taking it all the way back to where it started—our first birth story!

In this episode, we share what it was like doing a natural birth at a birthing center, having a midwife, and what we wished …

In Part 2 of our deep dive into old-school parenting, we’re looking at the darker side of traditional methods—what didn’t age well, what created wounds, and why some things need to be left in the pas…

What did old-school parenting get right—and what are we missing today because of it?

In Part 1 of this conversation, we take a deep dive into the values that shaped past generations: discipline, grit,…

It’s that time of year! It’s warming up and many families get the itch to go camping. But is it even possible to take little ones along? We think so, but you definitely have to count the cost!

Today, …

Few parenting topics spark as much controversy as sleep training. Some swear by it, others call it cruel. But here’s the thing—what if sleep training isn’t what you think it is? What if it’s possible…

Which is harder: having your first baby or adding a second? In this episode, we dive into the debate that every parent has an opinion on! We’ll break down the biggest challenges of both transitions—g…

Parenthood puts tremendous strain on even the healthiest marriages. But are there expectations we put on ourselves and our spouses that make things harder than they need to be? Is a happy marriage ev…