Couched In Chaos Podcast

14: Mom I'm Bored: Surviving Summer with your Kids

School's out, the snacks are disappearing at alarming rates, and somehow your children have forgotten how to entertain themselves despite owning approximately 437 toys. In Episode 14 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany Smith and Dr. Trisha Marroquin tackle the age-old summer complaint: "I'm boooored!" Join Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha as they share practical strategies for surviving summer break, encouraging independence, limiting screen-time battles, and helping kids discover that boredom won't actually kill them—it might even build character. Of course, no episode would be complete without a healthy dose of celebrity gossip, questionable pop culture opinions, and answers to listener questions from parents who are also one snack request away from losing it. Whether you're counting down the days until school starts or trying to make magical summer memories, this episode will remind you that you're not alone in the chaos. Grab your iced coffee, lock the pantry, and tune in!

13: Oops… We’re Fighting About This Again

Why does every argument somehow start feeling like a sequel nobody asked for? In Episode 13 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha dive into those “here we go again” relationship cycles in marriage, motherhood, and family dynamics. From repeating the same fights to accidentally turning into your mother mid-conversation, they unpack why we get stuck in these patterns—and how to laugh about it along the way. Plus: pop culture chaos, listener questions, and the comforting reminder that we’re all a little unhinged sometimes.

12: Tiny Humans, Big Feelings: Surviving the Itty Bitty Years

In Episode 12 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Trisha and Dr. Tiffany dive into the wild, wonderful world of child development from ages 0–5—aka the “itty bitties” era where everything is a milestone… or a meltdown. They break down what’s actually normal (spoiler: a lot more than you think), how to support your child’s growth without losing your mind, and what really matters in these early years. Plus, they weigh in on motherhood advice from Pink—because sometimes parenting wisdom comes with a little edge—and answer real listener questions about tantrums, independence, and surviving toddler chaos.

11: Can We Be Friends? I Promise I’m Normal…ish

Remember when making friends was as easy as asking, “Do you like swings?” and boom—you had a best friend by recess? Yeah… what happened to that? In this episode of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha dive into the awkward, hilarious, and sometimes downright exhausting world of making friends as an adult. From overthinking text messages to realizing you need to “schedule” a casual hangout two weeks in advance, they unpack why friendship used to feel effortless—and why now it feels like a part-time job with no onboarding. They discuss the unspoken rules of adult friendships, the fear of coming on too strong (or not strong enough), and how life stages, kids, careers, and pure exhaustion all get in the way. Plus, they share some real-life strategies for actually building meaningful connections—without feeling like you're dating… but for friends. As always Dr. Tiff and Trish add in a little celebrity gossip and answer your listener question. If you’ve ever thought, “Are we friends… or just friendly?”—this episode is for you.

10: Perimenopause: I'm too old for this ...

Couched in Chaos is a relatable podcast for women navigating the beautiful mess of real life—and this week, we’re talking about something no one prepared us for: perimenopause. If you’ve ever found yourself sweating through your sheets at 2am, snapping at people you love, forgetting why you walked into a room, or wondering if you’re losing your mind… you’re not alone. Perimenopause can feel like your body just changed the rules without telling you. In this episode, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha talk about what’s actually happening hormonally, why your emotions might feel all over the place, and how this stage of life collides with everything else you’re already juggling—teenagers, careers, aging parents, relationships, and your own mental health. They talk about the mood swings, the brain fog, the anxiety, the exhaustion—and most importantly, what can actually help. From practical coping strategies to ways to advocate for yourself with doctors, this is an honest conversation about what this transition really looks like. Because you’re not crazy. You’re not broken. And you don’t have to figure this out alone.