Episode 100: Behind the Mic (and the Madness): A Candid Q&A with Rachael & Marley

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Episode 100: Behind the Mic (and the Madness): A Candid Q&A with Rachael & Marley

In this very special 100th episode of No One Told Us, Rachael is joined by her most frequent (and most requested) guest, her husband, Marley —for an unfiltered, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about parenting, partnership, and what it really looks like behind the scenes. They answer listener-submitted questions about co-sleeping, division of labor, marital rough patches, and their decision to have a third child…all while laughing at their own mess and sharing what’s worked (and what definitely hasn’t).

Together, they reflect on two years of podcasting, three kids, and how they’ve kept their connection strong (mostly) through the chaos. From the car clutter to the minivan love, and from toddler sleep to dad burnout, nothing is off-limits in this honest, relatable milestone episode.

Inside this episode:

Why they stopped at three kids and how they knew their family was complete
How co-sleeping (with boundaries) worked for them
The impact of COVID and postpartum depression on their marriage after baby #2
Why they don’t miss the newborn stage (and also kind of do!)
Their very different views on asking for help and involving family
Navigating burnout as a stay-at-home parent
Pet peeves (yes, they go there)
How they handle conflict, chores, and discipline as a team
Their take on gentle parenting and when it gets hard
Thoughts on intimacy, evenings alone, and rediscovering connection
Tips for prepping kids for babysitters, weddings, and overnights away

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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Marley is a LCMSW and current Stay at Home Dad (not a HSB employee!)

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