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Zak Rosen, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Lucy Lopez share triumphs and fails and offer advice on parenting kids from toddler to teens.

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	929	Founded	13 years ago
Categories	ParentingKids & FamilySociety & Culture

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Encore! A Tooth Fairy Fail

On this episode: Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth joins Zak Rosen and Elizabeth Newcamp to debate wedding ceremony etiquette. A listener’s kid is the flower girl at a friend’s wedding. But now it turns out the flower girl is NOT invited to the weddi... more

9 Jul 2026 • 32 min

Introducing CRAMPED: "Has Period Education Gotten Better For Teens?"

Hosted by Kate Helen Downey, CRAMPED is an investigative deep dive, exploring what the research actually says about menstrual pain and reproductive health, and the gap between what science knows and what options are given to patients. New episodes co... more

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Rain Grayson

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Tina Deirne

Transition coordinator and Period Power! Club advisor at Kingston High School

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Joya Lewis

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Kim O'Neill

Midwife who supported Joya and other clients

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Episode: Introducing Deep Care: "Postpartum is Forever: The Fourth Trimester"

Kim Homer

Midwife featured in the episode

Florida midwifery practice

Episode: Introducing Deep Care: "Postpartum is Forever: The Fourth Trimester"

Rebecca Eudy

Sex therapist, couples therapist, author of A Guide to Great Sex After Kids

Private practice; author

Episode: Encore! How To Get Your Freak On After Kids

Cheyna Roth

Producer and guest on the transitions episode

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Episode: Dealing With Cha-Cha-Changes

Austin Kleon

Author and artist known for Don't Call It Art, Steal Like an Artist, Show Your Work

Author/Artist

Episode: How to Keep Your Wildness

Angela Santomero

Co-creator of Blue's Clues; creator of Super Why and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Angela Santomero Studios / Princess Penelope project

Episode: The Secrets of Your Favorite Children’s Entertainment

Hosts

Elizabeth Newcamp

Host of Care and Feeding; Slate connection; experienced in parenting, family life, and education.

Zak Rosen

Host of Care and Feeding; co-host with broad experience in parenting topics and discussion.

Lucy Lopez

Co-host and host of Care and Feeding; known for personal stories and practical parenting insights.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings

Fun listen
Fun parenting podcast with a mix of thoughts on how to handle situations
Apple Podcasts
5
Alimoyni
United States5 months ago
I love all of the hosts this show has ever had!
I love this show. It's given me confidence as a parent hearing their perspectives on things. I miss Rebecca Lavoy so much! Even more I miss Jamilah!!! Can we get Jamilah her own show for single mothers because I honestly appreciated her advice so much but I do feel like the vibe was a little off with the other hosts but I would love a podcast with JUST JAMILAH and her advice and responses to listener questions!
Apple Podcasts
5
Mi Ellie
United States6 months ago
Parenting advice from…
Someone whose husband is involved in an illegal war that is dropping bombs on children is a nonstarter.
Replace Elizabeth. I dont want to hear her opinions. I dont want to heat about what a nice life her family has gallivanting care free around the world. Its quite actively revolting to listen to.
Apple Podcasts
1
fi_gau
United States6 months ago
The Rise Of Dark Elizabeth
I for one enjoyed what seemed like ‘Dark Elizabeth’ on the Hacks debunked episode. I think she threw out as many profanities as Lucy. Well done. Also, where is Jamliah for real?
Apple Podcasts
5
Kuhreem
United States8 months ago
Hi
Hi 👋
Apple Podcasts
1
DJ double dip
United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate candid, practical advice and stories that cover a wide range of family dynamics.

Some criticisms mention changes in hosts affecting vibe and format, with calls for more back-and-forth and guest variety.

Overall positive reception for relatable parenting perspectives and diverse guest voices.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#128	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#112	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#206	Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#218	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#19	Austria/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#40	Saudi Arabia/Kids & Family/Parenting

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Introducing CRAMPED: "Has Period Education Gotten Better For Teens?"

Q: If you could reinvent your middle and high school experience around period education, what would that look like?

A comprehensive, inclusive health education that teaches all genders about anatomy and menstruation, supported by accessible products and a culture that treats period health as normal and deserving of policy protection.

Introducing CRAMPED: "Has Period Education Gotten Better For Teens?"

Q: What would you tell someone who wants to start a Period Power! Club in their school, given the challenges and legal requirements?

Organize with like-minded peers, assess current needs such as dispensers, consider state laws, write petitions, request meetings with school leadership, and seek guidance from established organizations like Period Power or TMI Project to build a solid case.

Encore! Managing Screen Time Without Losing Your Mind

Q: How do you handle tech for your young kids at school, given you teach in a K-12 setting and your own kids are elementary to high school?

Ash suggests collaborating with the right school leaders, asking practical questions about which tools are being used, and focusing on how to measure impact and effectiveness. The emphasis is on choosing tools thoughtfully, offering alternatives like manipulatives when possible, and ensuring families have a voice in what is used.

Encore! Preparing for Your Kid’s First Period

Q: Dear Care and Feeding, my 11-year-old just got her period for the first time and is embarrassed to tell her father. How should parents handle this moment and support her without making it more uncomfortable?

Honor the daughter's wishes and timing, consider presenting the Menarche box as a gift to acknowledge the moment, and plan to reveal or discuss it in a thoughtful, private way later in the day rather than on the exact first day. Include a quiet celebration and a grown-up touch like a meaningful piece of jewelry, while keeping the conversation ongoing and normalizing the topic.

The Secrets of Your Favorite Children’s Entertainment

Q: What are the biggest shifts in how kids consume media now, and how are you adapting Princess Penelope accordingly?

She notes the move toward YouTube and short-form content, the importance of longer, engaging stories with segments that invite interaction, and the need to maintain educational depth while respecting modern viewing habits.

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A thoughtful, appears-to-center-on-family life and parenting, pairing hosts with real-world anecdotes and practical guidance. Episodes routinely cover everyday parenting challenges—from toddler independence and school transitions to teen issues, postpartum care, and how to talk about bodies, health, and media literacy with kids. Guests span education, healthcare (midwifery, sex and relationship guidance), and parenting advocacy, offering specialized perspectives that complement the hosts' mix of personal experience and evidence-informed strategies. The show stands out for its candid banter, diverse guest roster, and a consistent emphasis on practical solutions, peer storytelling, and community support for families navigating modern parentho... more

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