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The Family Lab: Experiments in Parenting and Home Management

Whitney Archibald
Parenting
The Art Of Gathering
Chores
Purposeful Gatherings
Motherhood
Friendship
Family Movies
Family Connections
Kid Podcasts
Social Skills
Community Support
Parenting Techniques
Scripture Study
Family Dynamics
Child Development
Dinner Time
Home Management
Travel Writing
Elise Caffee
Family Culture

Whitney Archibald, a mother of five, is on a quest to find out how different moms connect with their kids and manage their homes. She collects parenting and home management ideas so can you take them home to your own family laboratory and experiment like a mad scientist. We cover practical topics like chores, allowance, life skills, meal prep, family fun, technology, health, home management, famil... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes178Founded7 years ago
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Kids & FamilySociety & CultureParenting

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Latest Episodes

Motherhood is a team sport. We need coaches, heroes, teammates, both in the game and on the bench, ready to come in. In this episode, I share lessons from some of my earliest motherhood mentors, from how to pursue your passions to how to keep kids fr... more

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Everyone always says moms are true heroes, but is it true? Big surprise, I think motherhood is the quintessential hero's journey. This episode explores the idea of the adventure of motherhood, dragon-slaying and all.

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Everything is more fun with a game—even household chores. I've always invented cleaning games, with my siblings, for myself, and with my own kids. So I thought I'd share my Top 20.

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My friend Molly Liggett and I talk about the many experiments we've tried over the last decade or so to help our kids learn how to manage money. We talk about allowance vs. paying per chore, and we get into the nitty gritty details about how much we ... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: Re-entering the Workforce with Heather Nemelka
Ashley McGavin
A friend from the Open Studio who shares creative ideas for engaging kids over the summer.
Episode: How Whitney Experiments Spring 2025
Debbie Siebert
High school choir teacher with experience in organizing music events
Episode: Book Club: The Art of Gathering Part 3 (Chapters 4-8)
Elise Caffee
Travel writer, co-founder of Jumel Press, and creator of The Friendship Experiment.
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Episode: Making Friends, with Elise Caffee
Sami Bedell-Mulhern
Mother of two teenagers, host of two podcasts, and runs two marketing businesses
Episode: Top 5 Tech Tools, with Sami Bedell-Mulhern
Emily Bean
Friend and mother of five children, focusing on inclusivity in social gatherings
Episode: Book Club: The Art of Gathering Part 2 (Chapters 2-4)
Angela Halliday
Co-host and mother of five children, discussing parenting and gatherings
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Sam Kelly
A therapist turned coach focusing on parenting and family management
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Episode: Teaching Kids to "Notice and Do" with Sam Kelly

Host

Whitney Archibald
Host and mother of five, Whitney shares her journey in parenting, guiding listeners through family challenges and sharing practical strategies and insights from various experts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Amazing Heart!

    Love Whitney and her amazing heart!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmilyH03
    United States6 months ago
  • Worth Your Time

    I love that this podcast is to the point, provides practical ideas, and Whitney’s Family Work Charts are worth every penny! They really helped us start an ongoing conversation about responsibility with our kids!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Punky Flute
    United States4 years ago
  • Favorite podcast! So interesting

    I’m a huge fan of “how she moms”. Im interested in how people accomplish different tasks or approach different obstacles in motherhood and there’s always so many great ideas each episode.

    Plus I love her voice and piano music! Keep up the great work and relevant content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myheartisahouse
    United States6 years ago
  • Love this podcast so much!

    There is not one “right way” to mom, and Whitney proves that! She is such a great host. As a first time mom, I’m always wondering, “am I doing this the right way? How on earth do other moms do it?!” Listening to this podcast has given me so many wonderful ideas, tips, and tricks for my own mom-ing journey, and for that I am very grateful. It’s a must-listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnonymousNJ156
    United States6 years ago
  • Resourceful and efficient

    I greatly appreciate that the episodes get started immediately and they don’t have five or six minutes of time wasted at the beginning. She understands that moms don’t have a lot of time to waste and so she gets right to the point. She’s so resourceful and I love that she provides so many ideas and options that we can pick and choose from. This is one of the most efficient ways for me to think about and change my parenting practices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mlebb
    United States7 years ago

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Many express gratitude for insights that affirm varied parenting styles, reinforcing that there is no single 'right way' to parent.
Listeners appreciate the practical and concise format, highlighting that episodes are immediately engaging without unnecessary delays.
Reviewers frequently mention the wealth of actionable ideas shared, indicating the valuable nature of content offered to listeners.

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Making Friends, with Elise Caffee
Q: Do you look at friendship as a skill that can be learned?
Elise suggests that while some may have a natural inclination, everyone can learn and improve their friendship skills over time.
Making Friends, with Elise Caffee
Q: Can you tell why we were drawn to each other?
Elise discusses her focus on friendship as a conversation that comes up often among women navigating various life stages.
Teaching Kids to Clean, with Joy Williams
Q: How do you decide when to assign chores and what they should be?
I divide chores into manageable stacks for each child, adapting to their age and capabilities while ensuring they have a clear expectation of their responsibilities each week.
Teaching Kids to Clean, with Joy Williams
Q: Why do you think it's important for kids to learn skills to help around the house?
It's essential for their emotional well-being and feeling of belonging in the family, as they learn valuable life skills, including self-esteem and delayed gratification, through contributing to household chores.

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Centered around the exploration of parenting and family dynamics, the content engages listeners by focusing on the experiences and strategies that different mothers employ to connect with their children and manage households. It covers a broad range of topics, including work-life balance, career reintegration for mothers, teaching children responsibilities, and enhancing family culture through intentional gatherings. Unique elements include a blend of humor, insightful storytelling, and practical tips, leading to a focus on individual strengths and authentic approaches to parenting. This approach fosters a supportive community where listeners are encouraged to pick and choose strategies that resonate with their own family situations, making... more

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8. Sam Kelly

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