It’s back-to-school season and we’re diving in: messy socks, missing spoons, feral summer children and all. In this episode, Patti and Meghan laugh through the chaos of school prep, swap war stories about labeling crayons, and get real about what kids (and parents) need to thrive this year.

This isn’t a Pinterest-perfect guide. It’s the truth about cereal-for-dinner, teenage meltdowns, and how to actually build resilience in your kids when they’d rather just quit. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or coach, you’ll find both the comic relief and the encouragement you need to tackle a new school year.

We chat about:

• Why labeling spoons should be a thing (seriously).

• The exhaustion crash every kid hits in September.

• Why grit and perseverance are at an all-time low, and how to fix it.

• How to handle those “I want to quit!” moments in sports and dance.

• The importance of teachers and parents being on the same team.

• Why middle schoolers are really just toddlers 2.0.

• The life-saving power of routines, sleep, and snack prep.

• Real talk on phones, social media, and setting boundaries that actually work.

Grab your coffee (or tequila) and join us as we get you and your kids ready to survive - and maybe even enjoy - the back-to-school season.