• 36: How Might We Buy and Sell Our House?
    Feb 3 2025

    We're moving on up! As if a new baby wasn't enough excitement, Joe and Hillary are excited to share the story of selling their first home and buying their next one. Whether you're an aspiring first-time buyer or an experienced homeowner, we hope you'll enjoy this insightful conversation into the world of real estate.


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


    Intro/Outtro Music: Your Love by Atch; Free Music Archive, CC BY license

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    37 mins
  • 35: How Might We Navigate Social Media?
    Dec 27 2024

    Whether it's TikTok, Instagram, Reddit, BlueSky, or even MySpace, it's hard to escape the impact (and the allure) of social media. In this episode, Hillary and Joe discuss the ways they interact with various platforms, and the boundaries they set to keep the voyeuristic and addictive elements of these apps at bay. Let us know in the comments which platform you use the most... intentionally or otherwise!


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


    Intro/Outtro Music: Your Love by Atch; Free Music Archive, CC BY license

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    42 mins
  • 34: How Might We Survive the First Month of Parenting?
    Sep 27 2024

    One month down, forever to go! Joe and Hillary share their insights and experiences after bringing home their newborn Nugget just a few short weeks ago. We're chatting all things baby care, identity, relationships, milestones, breastfeeding, and more.


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


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    40 mins
  • 33: How Might We Have a Baby? Our Birth Story
    Sep 6 2024

    We're pulling back the curtain on bringing our baby into the world! Join Hillary and Joe for an in-depth Birth Story episode, sharing all the nitty gritty details about the preparation, labour, and delivery of their little nugget.


    Pregnancy and Birth Prep Resources:

    • Hillary's prenatal fitness trainer: https://www.instagram.com/strongmamawellness/
    • Is It Normal? The Pregnancy Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BgzLvfTmLNAvAw56dPDHt
    • The Bump Week-by-Week Pregnancy Site: https://www.thebump.com/pregnancy-week-by-week
    • Meditation Mama Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/25GhYEVYNPHYfkdUDqMKK3
    • Strong Mama Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/67Am2vx8RX3bfrAtMGS5jv
    • Expecting and Empowered Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0EwrD3ulcehGO11cIK9Uqf
    • Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GblgWziln3buDBFSjYlkf


    Hypnobirthing Resources:

    • The Hypnobirthing Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iYKOdchcVziYTy54JJ7FC
    • Hypnobirthing book by Siobhan Miller (Warning - Crunchy): https://www.amazon.ca/Hypnobirthing-Practical-Ways-Birth-Better/dp/0349419388
    • GentleBirth App: https://www.gentlebirth.com/
    • GentleBirth Surge (Contraction) Timer: https://www.blog.gentlebirth.com/home/gentlebirth-surge-timer


    Birth Plan Template on Canva (including my own preferences for reference!): https://www.canva.com/design/DAGQAEmqAvs/Rvlj-NV9SyrWPCLcQWjHkg/view?utm_content=DAGQAEmqAvs&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


    Intro/Outtro Music: Your Love by Atch; Free Music Archive, CC BY license

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 32: How Might We Have a Baby? Adjusting to Parenthood
    Aug 26 2024

    Surprise... we had an early special delivery! In true "Our Lives, Together" form, Joe and Hillary have combined forces to create a precious little nugget (aka their baby boy). Follow along as they discuss their first experiences with parenthood and adjusting to life with a newborn.


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


    Intro/Outtro Music: Your Love by Atch; Free Music Archive, CC BY license

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    49 mins
  • 31: How Might We Read? Favourite Books and Sharing Inspiration
    Aug 20 2024

    Bookworms unite! In this episode, Joe and Hillary share some of their favourite reads, the rise of BookTok, and the ways they have expanded their literary horizons over the years - sometimes against their will... Share your go-to book recommendations in the comments!


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok


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    41 mins
  • 30: How Might We Watch the Paris 2024 Olympics?
    Aug 6 2024

    Have you caught Olympic fever? Whether you're watching full livestreamed events like Joe or just the highlights (and the memes) on TikTok like Hillary, we're here to share our perspectives on the global athletic spectacle.
    Follow Us on Social Media:
    Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok
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    34 mins
  • 29: How Might We Carry the Mental Load?
    Jul 24 2024

    Struggling with the weight of the mental load? You're not alone - and we're breaking it down in this episode. Hillary and Joe discuss how social pressures, gender norms, neurodivergence, and communication can impact the way that couples balance expectations in their households, and what can be done to improve these contentious dynamics. We're in the thick of this ourselves so be sure to share your perspective in the comments!


    Creators & Concepts Mentioned:

    https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmyonrelationships


    https://www.tiktok.com/@sheisapaigeturner


    https://www.tiktok.com/@zachthinkshare


    https://www.fairplaylife.com/


    https://clickup.com/

    https://imbusybeingawesome.com/task-switching-adhd/


    Follow Us on Social Media:

    • Joe: @axisandoak on IG
    • Hillary: @hillaryflinn on IG & TikTok

    Intro/Outtro Music: Your Love by Atch; Free Music Archive, CC BY license

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    1 hr and 6 mins