Am I Doing This Right? Parenting Without Guilt with Rebecca Fox Starr

Episode 167. This week, Kristen and Luke are joined by McBee Dynasty star (and the newest member of the Bravo family!) Steven McBee Jr. Kristen officially welcomes Steven to the Bravo world as they dive into everything—from his Joe Millionaire beginnings with Calah to all the drama unfolding on McBee Dynasty. Steven opens up about why he thinks he’s still single, what he’s really looking for in a woman, and why he’s already thousands of dollars deep before even meeting some of his first dates! They go behind the scenes of filming with family, whether he knew Alli was pregnant at the wedding, and if Galyna is still involved in the family business. Also… was he shocked when Calah didn’t show up to the wedding in the Season 2 finale? Plus, Kristen gives a much-deserved shoutout to Steven’s mom, Kristi McBee. Tune in now for all this—and so much more! Sponsors: Rula: Visit Rula.com/DOUTE to get started Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 166. In this episode, Kristen sits down with Rebecca Fox Starr, author, writer, blogger, and mental health advocate, to unpack the struggles and joys of motherhood. They dive into Rebecca’s book, Am I Doing This Right? Making Choices Without Mom Guilt, exploring the pressure moms face to make the "right" decisions and the guilt that often accompanies them. Rebecca offers practical advice on navigating those choices and shares how to cope with feelings of being a "good" or "bad" mom. They also discuss the importance of modeling resilience and vulnerability for your kids. They talk about the concept of creating your own "mother adventure"—where there are no right or wrong paths—and tackling the negative self-talk and comparisons that often weigh us down. They also touch on the role of social media in modern parenting and how staying aligned with your values can help reduce anxiety. This episode is a refreshing take on setting healthy boundaries, embracing imperfection, and finding balance in your parenting journey. Sponsors Rula: Visit Rula.com/DOUTE to get started Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 165. This week on the pod, Kristen and Luke are joined by their bestie Zack Wickham for a hilarious, unfiltered chat that spirals from travel pet peeves to Taylor Swift wisdom. The trio dives into: ·      Whether Kristen is actually a good travel companion ·      What it’s like traveling with the one and only Kaia ·      Zack’s journey on GLP-1s and how it’s changed the way he sees himself ·      Why Kristen suddenly hates going out and the Olympic-level excuses she’s mastered to avoid it 😅 ·      Introverts vs. extroverts: who really has it harder? ·      The pressure to look a certain way online—and how real people are dealing with it ·      Plus: Should you run your social posts past your partner before hitting “share”? It's real talk, laugh-out-loud moments, and a whole lotta friendship energy. Sponsors: Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DOUTE. TruDiagnostic: If you’re serious about living healthier and longer visit TruDiagnostic.com and use my code KRISTEN for 20% off your entire order or subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 164: In this episode, Kristen and Luke open up about hitting some new milestones in their parenting journey—from sleepless nights to moments of joy. They catch up on Bravo’s “The McBee Dynasty” (warning: spoilers ahead!), dish on what feeding their baby has really been like, and get real about the emotional rollercoaster of even thinking about baby number two. They also talk about how they’re juggling the chaos of new parenthood, what’s been surprisingly hard, and what has helped them the most—plus, the one thing every friend should do to support new parents. Also, find out who they spend the most time with from the cast. Sponsors: Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DOUTE. Rula: Visit Rula.com/DOUTE to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 163. This week on the pod, Kristen is joined by none other than Lindsay Hubbard from Summer House! Lindsay gets real and raw about life after baby—from the major identity shift to her big "aha" moment. She opens up about co-parenting, body image struggles, and whether baby #2 could be in her future. Lindsay also spill the tea on if she is dating, breakups, and that explosive moment that took place before what was supposed to be her wedding day. Plus: - Where Lindsay stands with her ex(s) now - Her response to a very recent Summer House castmate’s interview - Could a friendship be on the table? Also, Kristen talks about where she and Luke are thinking about moving and potential locations for their wedding! Tune in for all the details and so much more! Sponsors: Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DOUTE. Rula: Visit Rula.com/DOUTE to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 162. Kristen and Luke get real about Kristen’s birth story and recovery, Kaia’s Us Weekly cover moment, and Luke’s appearance (and fashion regret) on The Viall Files Podcast. They share thoughts on a recent disappointing article, the Coldplay cheating scandal, and whether social media can actually help with parenting. Kristen and Luke also address the question they've been hearing the most - When’s the wedding? Sponsors: Magnetic Me: New customers get 15% off your first order when you go to MagneticMe.com Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DOUTE. Rula: Visit Rula.com/DOUTE to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 161. Has Crazy Kristen met her match? Jenifer Golden, host of the “It’s Complicated” podcast, sits down with Luke and Kristen to talk social media stalking, vetting dates and why she thinks she’s the ultimate P.I. They give their honest thoughts on hitting the 6-month mark in a relationship (Are we moving too fast!?), how quickly chemistry is found, and why it’s crucial not to dodge the hard questions with your significant other. Find out why Jen’s absence from Rachael’s wedding made it the best day of Kristen’s life! Sponsors: Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter promo code Doute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 160. Yes, Kristen is still pregnant—and doing everything she can to speed things up. From bouncing on a medicine ball and power-eating dates to braving the famous “Salad” at Caioti Restaurant in Los Angeles, she’s officially in the “get-this-baby-out” phase. This week, she and Luke talk about their latest 4D ultrasound experience, Kristen’s nesting frenzy, and why she’s crossing her fingers so hard that the baby avoids being born on June 10. They also share a PSA about The Valley, dive into a round of listener Q&A, and spill on the little habits they each find mildly annoying in each other. Plus, their favorite pregnancy products, what they’re most excited to do once the baby’s here, and more. Tune in to their last episode before the baby is born! Sponsors: DraftKings Casino: Sign up with code DOUTE and start playing to get up to $1,000 in casino credits back with a minimum five-dollar net loss. Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter promo code Doute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 159. Kristen’s therapist, Heather Frankovich, joins the podcast! Heather has been a Licensed Psychotherapist for over 20 years. As the Founder of Sourcing Joy, she’s a Performance Coach, inspirational speaker, and published author of Entrepreneur Disorder. On this week’s episode, Heather discusses what defines a successful relationship and what NEVER to do. Kristen and Heather open up about what Kristen has learned over her many years of therapy and coaching. They break down the differences between Joy vs. Happiness. Luke pops his therapy cherry and gets some honest answers about his ghosts from girlfriends’ pasts.  Sponsor: Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter promo code Doute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 158. There's only a month (or less!) left until the baby here! This week's episode is a flashback to when they first announced their pregnancy. Kristen and Luke open up about their fertility journey and share the exciting news of their pregnancy! They discuss the highs and lows, what they're most excited about, and some of the concerns they're still navigating. Kristen gets emotional as she reflects on the past few weeks, revealing how a piece of advice from a close friend completely shifted her perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices