<![CDATA[Do I Need This?]]>Do I Need This? is a podcast by two millennial moms figuring out life in real time, through shopping, life, and a little bit of chaos.

Yes, we’re talking impulse buys, trends, and the things you almost added to cart at 11pm. But we’re also getting into the real stuff like motherhood, marriage, work, burnout, friendships, and everything in between.

Because the question isn’t just what you’re buying… it’s what you’re carrying.

These are the conversations you usually have in texts with your best friend. Honest, unfiltered, and sometimes a little uncomfortable, finally said out loud.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 25 May 2026 21:27:29 GMTSun, 29 Mar 2026 12:59:30 GMT60Jenn & Alexa<p><i>Do I Need This?</i> is a podcast by two millennial moms figuring out life in real time, through shopping, life, and a little bit of chaos.</p><p></p><p>Yes, we’re talking impulse buys, trends, and the things you almost added to cart at 11pm. But we’re also getting into the real stuff like motherhood, marriage, work, burnout, friendships, and everything in between.</p><p></p><p>Because the question isn’t just what you’re buying… it’s what you’re carrying.</p><p></p><p>These are the conversations you usually have in texts with your best friend. Honest, unfiltered, and sometimes a little uncomfortable, finally said out loud.</p>episodicJenn & Alexathejennmartin@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Books, Boundaries & Body Dysmorphia]]>The conversation covers topics related to body image, fitness, workout routines, book recommendations, reading habits, and a discussion about a Netflix documentary. It delves into the challenges of self-perception, the impact of workout routines on body image, and the importance of finding engaging reading material. Additionally, the discussion explores the details of a Netflix documentary and the implications of its content. The conversation covers topics such as true crime documentaries, unsolicited advice and family planning, and product recommendations for self-care. It also emphasizes the importance of being a good listener, self-awareness, and seeking therapy for personal growth and mental health.

Takeaways

  • Body image and self-perception
  • Fitness and workout routines
  • Book recommendations and reading habits
  • Netflix documentary discussion Unsolicited advice about family planning can be hurtful and inappropriate
  • Being a good listener is an important trait for building relationships
  • Self-awareness and therapy are valuable for personal growth and mental health

Chapters

  • 00:00 Body Image and Fitness
  • 19:50 Book Recommendations and Reading Habits
  • 25:08 True Crime Documentaries
  • 41:25 Product Recommendations and Self-Care
]]>804e6899-83a6-45f1-8aec-ca91398df32cSun, 24 May 2026 15:03:13 GMT<p>The conversation covers topics related to body image, fitness, workout routines, book recommendations, reading habits, and a discussion about a Netflix documentary. It delves into the challenges of self-perception, the impact of workout routines on body image, and the importance of finding engaging reading material. Additionally, the discussion explores the details of a Netflix documentary and the implications of its content. The conversation covers topics such as true crime documentaries, unsolicited advice and family planning, and product recommendations for self-care. It also emphasizes the importance of being a good listener, self-awareness, and seeking therapy for personal growth and mental health.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Body image and self-perception</li><li>Fitness and workout routines</li><li>Book recommendations and reading habits</li><li>Netflix documentary discussion Unsolicited advice about family planning can be hurtful and inappropriate</li><li>Being a good listener is an important trait for building relationships</li><li>Self-awareness and therapy are valuable for personal growth and mental health</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Body Image and Fitness</li><li>19:50 Book Recommendations and Reading Habits</li><li>25:08 True Crime Documentaries</li><li>41:25 Product Recommendations and Self-Care</li></ul>yes00:49:288Books, Boundaries & Body Dysmorphiafull<![CDATA[Girl Math & Groceries ]]>The conversation covers life after Mother's Day, the cost of living a healthy lifestyle, the struggle of time management, and the reality of motherhood. It delves into the challenges and experiences of modern motherhood, including the financial and time commitments required for healthy living and the balancing act of managing various responsibilities. The conversation covers parenting experiences, dealing with social media criticism, fashion and beauty must-haves, and the idea of investing in quality items. It provides insights into the challenges and joys of parenting, the impact of social media criticism, and the desire for high-quality fashion and beauty products.

Takeaways

  • The financial cost of living a healthy lifestyle is significant
  • Balancing time and responsibilities as a mother is a real challenge Parenting challenges and joys
  • Navigating social media criticism
  • Investing in quality items for long-term use

Chapters

  • 00:00 Life After Mother's Day
  • 06:53 The Cost of Healthy Living
  • 21:14 The Reality of Motherhood
  • 27:16 Navigating Social Media Criticism
  • 37:46 Fashion and Beauty Must-Haves
  • 44:02 Investing in Quality Items
]]>99c0c51d-1773-4003-b3fa-204bf0a05c1eSun, 17 May 2026 12:46:01 GMT<p>The conversation covers life after Mother's Day, the cost of living a healthy lifestyle, the struggle of time management, and the reality of motherhood. It delves into the challenges and experiences of modern motherhood, including the financial and time commitments required for healthy living and the balancing act of managing various responsibilities. The conversation covers parenting experiences, dealing with social media criticism, fashion and beauty must-haves, and the idea of investing in quality items. It provides insights into the challenges and joys of parenting, the impact of social media criticism, and the desire for high-quality fashion and beauty products.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The financial cost of living a healthy lifestyle is significant</li><li>Balancing time and responsibilities as a mother is a real challenge Parenting challenges and joys</li><li>Navigating social media criticism</li><li>Investing in quality items for long-term use</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Life After Mother's Day</li><li>06:53 The Cost of Healthy Living</li><li>21:14 The Reality of Motherhood</li><li>27:16 Navigating Social Media Criticism</li><li>37:46 Fashion and Beauty Must-Haves</li><li>44:02 Investing in Quality Items</li></ul>yes00:48:397Girl Math & Groceries full<![CDATA[Carry the Good Bag]]>The conversation covers the Met Gala fashion highlights, expressing individuality through fashion, celebrating Mother's Day, and embracing everyday moments in motherhood. It explores the idea of fashion as an art form and the significance of celebrating everyday moments in life and motherhood. The conversation covers a range of topics including motherhood emotions, fashion and style preferences, beauty and self-care recommendations, and coffee and lifestyle choices. Each chapter delves into these themes, providing insights and discussions on various related subtopics.

Takeaways

  • Fashion as an art form
  • Celebrating everyday moments Motherhood emotions
  • Fashion and style preferences
  • Beauty and self-care recommendations
  • Coffee and lifestyle choices

Chapters

  • 00:00 Embracing Everyday Moments in Motherhood
  • 26:32 Motherhood Emotions and Insights
  • 35:53 Exploring Kindle Unlimited and Book Recommendations
]]>00c191bd-beb6-4b49-9540-f9bc2fd9ea24Sun, 10 May 2026 16:43:08 GMT<p>The conversation covers the Met Gala fashion highlights, expressing individuality through fashion, celebrating Mother's Day, and embracing everyday moments in motherhood. It explores the idea of fashion as an art form and the significance of celebrating everyday moments in life and motherhood. The conversation covers a range of topics including motherhood emotions, fashion and style preferences, beauty and self-care recommendations, and coffee and lifestyle choices. Each chapter delves into these themes, providing insights and discussions on various related subtopics.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Fashion as an art form</li><li>Celebrating everyday moments Motherhood emotions</li><li>Fashion and style preferences</li><li>Beauty and self-care recommendations</li><li>Coffee and lifestyle choices</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Embracing Everyday Moments in Motherhood</li><li>26:32 Motherhood Emotions and Insights</li><li>35:53 Exploring Kindle Unlimited and Book Recommendations</li></ul>yes00:47:057Carry the Good Bagfull<![CDATA[Rewriting Our Own Rules]]>The conversation delves into the emotional struggles of parenting, the dichotomy of feelings, the importance of support and open communication, breaking generational cycles, and the challenges of parenting instincts. Key takeaways include the significance of open communication, the practice of apologizing to children, and the importance of breaking generational cycles. The conversation covers topics related to parenting challenges, generational curses, self-care and skincare discussions, and the exploration of 'Do I Need This' items. The hosts share their experiences with parenting, the impact of generational beliefs, skincare recommendations, and the use of clothing rental services.

Takeaways

  • Open communication
  • Apologizing to children
  • Breaking generational cycles Generational Curses
  • Self-Care and Skincare
  • Parenting Challenges
  • Clothing Rental Services

Chapters

  • 00:00 Parenting Challenges and Emotional Struggles
  • 06:03 Support and Communication
  • 12:58 Breaking Generational Cycles
  • 18:56 Parenting Instincts and Challenges
  • 25:49 Parenting Challenges and Generational Curses
  • 34:46 Do I Need This: Dog Dilemma and Beauty Products
  • 43:02 Nuuly Clothing Rental Service and Skincare Recommendations
]]>c6081fb3-ebd0-47d9-a5e2-9896001592fdMon, 04 May 2026 00:18:02 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the emotional struggles of parenting, the dichotomy of feelings, the importance of support and open communication, breaking generational cycles, and the challenges of parenting instincts. Key takeaways include the significance of open communication, the practice of apologizing to children, and the importance of breaking generational cycles. The conversation covers topics related to parenting challenges, generational curses, self-care and skincare discussions, and the exploration of 'Do I Need This' items. The hosts share their experiences with parenting, the impact of generational beliefs, skincare recommendations, and the use of clothing rental services.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Open communication</li><li>Apologizing to children</li><li>Breaking generational cycles Generational Curses</li><li>Self-Care and Skincare</li><li>Parenting Challenges</li><li>Clothing Rental Services</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Parenting Challenges and Emotional Struggles</li><li>06:03 Support and Communication</li><li>12:58 Breaking Generational Cycles</li><li>18:56 Parenting Instincts and Challenges</li><li>25:49 Parenting Challenges and Generational Curses</li><li>34:46 Do I Need This: Dog Dilemma and Beauty Products</li><li>43:02 Nuuly Clothing Rental Service and Skincare Recommendations</li></ul>yes00:48:196Rewriting Our Own Rulesfull<![CDATA[Just Do the Thing]]>The conversation covers themes of self-criticism, gratitude, ambition, embracing the present moment, empowerment, habit stacking, lifestyle changes, product recommendations, and self-care practices. The speakers discuss overcoming self-criticism, balancing gratitude and ambition, being present in the moment, encouraging self-expression, implementing habit stacking, and sharing product recommendations for self-care and lifestyle improvements.

Takeaways

  • Overcoming self-criticism and inner demons
  • Balancing gratitude and ambition

Chapters

  • 00:00 Living Authentically
  • 25:28 Self-Criticism and Inner Demons
  • 33:33 Habit Stacking and Lifestyle Changes
]]>60168055-b9d0-4f07-b8df-4eff39a39e6bSun, 26 Apr 2026 15:31:52 GMT<p>The conversation covers themes of self-criticism, gratitude, ambition, embracing the present moment, empowerment, habit stacking, lifestyle changes, product recommendations, and self-care practices. The speakers discuss overcoming self-criticism, balancing gratitude and ambition, being present in the moment, encouraging self-expression, implementing habit stacking, and sharing product recommendations for self-care and lifestyle improvements.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Overcoming self-criticism and inner demons</li><li>Balancing gratitude and ambition</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Living Authentically</li><li>25:28 Self-Criticism and Inner Demons</li><li>33:33 Habit Stacking and Lifestyle Changes</li></ul>yes00:43:385Just Do the Thingfull<![CDATA[The Expectation Trap]]>Takeaways

  • Setting Expectations
  • Friendship Dynamics Friendships and relationships are complex and can be unpredictable.
  • The importance of valuing and nurturing meaningful connections in life.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Expectations in Relationships
  • 23:34 Navigating Complex Relationships
  • 29:08 Work Friendships and Family Bonds
]]>99894e91-aaab-474b-987d-c9e69f5a0f21Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:35:46 GMT<p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Setting Expectations</li><li>Friendship Dynamics Friendships and relationships are complex and can be unpredictable.</li><li>The importance of valuing and nurturing meaningful connections in life.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Expectations in Relationships</li><li>23:34 Navigating Complex Relationships</li><li>29:08 Work Friendships and Family Bonds</li></ul>yes00:43:374The Expectation Trapfull<![CDATA[This Isn't the Hill I'm Dying On]]>In this episode, Jenn and Alexa discuss their recent experiences with products, lifestyle choices, and social norms. They also touch on the importance of picking battles in various aspects of life. The conversation explores the theme of picking battles and choosing peace in relationships, work, and personal life. It emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, accountability, and the value of making memories. The hosts share personal experiences and provide product recommendations.

]]>80a0b591-32f8-4df1-9ac4-ff8a7d3f519fSun, 12 Apr 2026 14:45:46 GMT<p>In this episode, Jenn and Alexa discuss their recent experiences with products, lifestyle choices, and social norms. They also touch on the importance of picking battles in various aspects of life. The conversation explores the theme of picking battles and choosing peace in relationships, work, and personal life. It emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, accountability, and the value of making memories. The hosts share personal experiences and provide product recommendations.</p><p></p><p></p>yes00:47:233This Isn't the Hill I'm Dying Onfull<![CDATA[Mom Guilt & Other Full Time Jobs]]>

  • Mom guilt is a real and powerful emotion that affects many parents.
  • Setting boundaries and saying no is important for maintaining work-life balance and reducing overwhelm. Setting boundaries and sticking to them can significantly improve one's life.
  • Guilt can steal joy and it's important to acknowledge and move on from it.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Real Talk: Mom Guilt and Work-Life Balance
  • 22:38 Setting Boundaries and Self-Accountability
  • 28:29 Understanding Guilt and Its Function
  • 34:24 Personal Recommendations and Product Sharing
]]>d06b4597-d036-46c1-a727-adfb899b0892Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:56:47 GMT<p></p><ul><li>Mom guilt is a real and powerful emotion that affects many parents.</li><li>Setting boundaries and saying no is important for maintaining work-life balance and reducing overwhelm. Setting boundaries and sticking to them can significantly improve one's life.</li><li>Guilt can steal joy and it's important to acknowledge and move on from it.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Real Talk: Mom Guilt and Work-Life Balance</li><li>22:38 Setting Boundaries and Self-Accountability</li><li>28:29 Understanding Guilt and Its Function</li><li>34:24 Personal Recommendations and Product Sharing</li></ul>no00:42:542Mom Guilt & Other Full Time Jobsfull<![CDATA[Navigating Friendship Loss]]>Takeaways

  • Friendship dynamics and boundaries
  • Navigating adult friendships and social circles Navigating adult friendships
  • The importance of community and support
  • Outsourcing and accepting help

Chapters

  • 00:00 Real Talk: Friendship Dynamics and Boundaries
  • 26:58 Navigating Adult Friendships and Relationships
  • 36:22 Outsourcing and Accepting Help
]]>8fd3aaae-d5e6-4396-a0bc-d749460d039eSun, 29 Mar 2026 13:30:22 GMT<p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Friendship dynamics and boundaries</li><li>Navigating adult friendships and social circles Navigating adult friendships</li><li>The importance of community and support</li><li>Outsourcing and accepting help</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Real Talk: Friendship Dynamics and Boundaries</li><li>26:58 Navigating Adult Friendships and Relationships</li><li>36:22 Outsourcing and Accepting Help</li></ul>no00:45:441Navigating Friendship Lossfull