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Three of your favorite "Dance Moms", Kelly, Melissa, and Jill are here to give you that warm fuzzy feeling of nostalgia! Listen as we answer your questions, give advice, and add a little sparkle to your day!
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- Yesterday1h 7m
Tattoos, Unexplained packages & Throwback Memories
Jill, Melissa, and Kelly are catching up on everything from tattoo touch-ups to unexpected online shopping surprises! Kelly reveals her tattoo makeup, but some things never change, and no matter how much time passes, their Dance Mom instincts always seem to come out.Jill shares how much she's loving grandma life and how wild it is when your babies start having babies. The ladies also take a trip down memory lane, remembering what competition season was like before the cameras started rolling. Plus, are you really supposed to replace your mattress every 10 years? They discuss the joys of shopping in person and why there's still nothing like seeing a product's quality for yourself. Of course, online shopping has its perks, too... unless you're Kelly, who apparently has packages showing up that she doesn't even remember ordering!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago58 min
Mom Advice… When Nobody Asked!
Technology may come naturally to the younger generation, but keeping up with an increasingly digital world isn’t always so easy! Jill, Melissa, and Kelly talk about the tech struggles that can come with getting older, why their kids seem to navigate it all effortlessly, and how even they sometimes need a little extra help. Kelly shares that Brooke has officially changed her name after getting married, and the process was easier for her than it is for most. Plus, Kelly is stepping outside her comfort zone with tattoo makeup, Melissa is trying a new hormone panel company after getting her bloodwork done, and Jill hints that Erno might be finding himself back in the doghouse after a recent comment! The moms also discuss the importance of thinking before you speak, Melissa’s upcoming whirlwind of travel to LA, New York, and Chicago, and more.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 10m
Once a Dance Mom, Always a Dance Mom!
Kelly is recapping Brooke’s church wedding, and let’s just say, once a Dance Mom, ALWAYS a Dance Mom! From the wedding cake she made as a gift turning out beautifully to coming to the rescue with a glue gun, Kelly was ready to save the day. Jill is also in full-on grandma mode, putting together a crib all by herself and creating a nursery for baby Chance (with a little Pottery Barn splurge, of course!). Plus, the moms weigh in on Brooke’s new haircut, which Jill thinks looks so classy.Jill also shares an expensive travel lesson after losing more than $1,500 booking international flights through Hopper, and why she’ll always book directly with the airline from now on. Melissa recaps her latest trip to NYC, including seeing & Juliet twice more with Kenzie, a fun outing with friends, shopping around the city, and an incredible meal complete with a live violinist!The moms also share their thoughts on the Kelly Clarkson store treatment and answer a listener’s question about buying her first home. What are the must-haves and what did their own kids actually need when they moved out? Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago56 min
Life Lessons, Wedding Cakes & A World Gone Wild
Jill, Kelly, and Melissa are wondering what happened to the world as they knew it. From how much harder it is for this generation to buy a home to phones that seem to read your mind, the moms reflect on how much life has changed and what the future might look like for their grandkids. Will there be flying cars? And how is the time flying by so fast?!Plus, the moms admit their dogs are basically running their households, Kelly shares why she’s putting in the time to make Brooke’s wedding cake from scratch (edible flowers and all!), and they offer heartfelt advice to a young listener navigating adulthood and a long-distance relationship. A lot of laughs, and some life lessons from three moms who are still figuring it all out, too. Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 weeks ago56 min
Blonde, Black & Gold & All Over the Place
Jill, Melissa and Kelly cover a little bit of everything in this episode! Jill is going blonder and looking for recommendations on how to take better care of her hair, while her Steelers attire sparks a conversation about how football can set the mood in the entire house. They may not care if the Steelers win, but they definitely want them to play well.The moms also look back at some of the things that happened on Dance Moms that simply wouldn’t fly today, including things Abby said that they believe can stick with kids for the rest of their lives. A random round of “Thuffering Thucatash” sends them on one of many hilarious detours.Melissa has one very specific request for the future of technology: the Jetsons-style machine that instantly does your hair and makeup. Meanwhile, Jill shares all about her recent trip to Scottsdale and how impressed she is with Kalani’s new studio and her dancers.The conversation takes another turn when a listener from Ukraine shares her perspective on Chernobyl and series Jill watched about the disaster. That leads to a conversation about their favorite shows based on real-life events—and, naturally, a few more detours along the way!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 2, 20261h 11m
Sleep Coaches, New Hobbies & Girls’ Trips to NYC
Jill is officially in her grandma era! She catches Melissa and Kelly up on her recent travel chaos, helping each of her kids, and soaking up every minute with baby Chance. The moms talk about Riley’s decision to hire a sleep coach and how a strict sleep routine is working wonders, leading to a hilarious conversation about just how different parenting is today—from carefully planned schedules and ingredient lists to chemical-free cleaning products. Kelly even shares an embarrassing story about her questionable parenting skills that even she can't believe today!Then, Melissa shares details on her train ride to New York and why she’s officially a fan of traveling that way. She’ll be hopping back on the train soon to visit Kenzie, who is loving her time on Broadway alongside *NSYNC’s Joey Fatone! Naturally, Jill and Kelly are already planning a girls’ trip to New York to see Kenzie’s show, soak up the holiday season, and enjoy everything NYC has to offer.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 25, 202655 min
Closet Clean-Outs & Pittsburgh Must-Dos
This week, Jill, Melissa and Kelly catch up on all the big changes happening in their lives! Brooke is in New York and getting to spend some time with Kenzie as she prepares for her Broadway debut. Jill is getting ready to head to Arizona with Kendall as Charlotte prepares to move back home. Jill is sad to see Charlotte leave, but knows it’s time for her to get back to work and start this next chapter.The moms also tackle something many of us can relate to: how do we accumulate so much stuff?! They talk about cleaning out their closets, deciding what to keep and what to let go, and why one person’s trash really can be another person’s treasure.Then, things get futuristic as the moms debate whether AI is a helpful tool or the potential downfall of humanity. And while the future may be filled with robots, Melissa knows one thing for sure—she does NOT want one living in her house!Plus, the moms show some hometown pride as they talk about the best things to see and do in Pittsburgh, from the Andy Warhol Museum and the Steelers and Pirates to riding the Incline, eating great food and taking in everything the city has to offer.Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 18, 20261h 4m
Tennis Etiquette, Acupuncture, Aging & Always Being a Mom
This week, Jill, Melissa, and Kelly have lots to talk about! They start with the US Open and the viral news surrounding a group of influencers. While Kendall and Charlotte knew their tennis etiquette, the moms have some thoughts — and whether this might be the end of influencers getting invited to events like this.Then, they get into the beauty and body trends their generation embraced that today’s kids seem to have little interest in, plus the surprising benefits of acupuncture. With Paige nursing a sprained ankle, the moms realize one thing will never change: no matter how old their kids get, they’ll always want to baby them.They also debate why appliances just don’t seem to be made like they used to be, wonder why everything breaks right after the warranty expires, and talk about seasonal depression. And as winter approaches, Melissa is looking forward to chasing the sunshine with some time in Florida and California!Have a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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