Parently taps into the unique experiences and perspectives of parents to celebrate the joys and honor the challenges of child-rearing. With new interviews each week, this is a podcast for moms and dads seeking an empowering community and a little levity.

Top Episodes by Season

season 1

Kristie Magnuson: An Explanation on 47 > 46

Kelsey is joined by Kristie Magnuson - mom of 4, advocate for Down syndrome awareness, and founder of Gabe the Babe & Co. Kristie takes us through her journey of motherhood beginning with her oldest, Gabe, who surprised her and husband at birth when they found out he had Down syndrome. She talks about grieving the child she imagined, the indescribable love he has brought to her family, and how they are building a meaningful future for him.

season 2

Bryan Atchison: Band Dad

Bryan's been rocking out in his world-renowned band Koo Koo Kangaroo for the last 14 years while gaining the title of dad 4 years ago. He joins Parently to share his thoughts on the important topics of dad guilt, parenting in a pandemic, slip n slides, condiments and more. Get ready for lots of laughs and a bomb banana pancake recipe.

season 3

Nina Cruz: Conscious Parenting

Nina is a certified Conscious Parent Coach, Social Worker, and Meditation Teacher. She explains what conscious parenting means and the role of the universal laws of attraction and vibration. Nina also shares the difference between sand and stone boundaries and how parents can reclaim their power when they feel helpless.

season 4

Natalie Turner, Part 1: An Au Pair & Co-Parenting Share

In part 1 of a 2 part series, Natalie relives her adventure-filled past including acting in LA, being an au pair in Norway, becoming a wife and mother, and ultimately transitioning into her new norm of co-parenting with her ex. She reminds us “just because someone carries it well, doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy.”

About the Host

Kelsey Higgins

Producer & host

In late 2019 during maternity leave with her first child, Kelsey found herself turning to podcasts in search of a virtual community to simultaneously commiserate and celebrate with as she set out on the wild journey of parenting. While there was plenty of wonderful content to be found, she couldn’t find “her” podcast – one that welcomed all experiences and engaged a community of curious, kind parents.

With a mic in stand and coffee in hand (or the occasional glass of wine), Parently debuted in Spring 2020. It has blossomed into a successful, fulfilling passion project with one-of-a-kind guests and intriguing topics.

Kelsey lives in Minneapolis, MN with her family and enjoys her full-time career in client relations. When she isn’t working, podcasting, or mommin’, she’s typically trying to squeeze in a workout or hit up brunch with friends.

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