What happens when you move in with your in-laws two weeks before giving birth… during a pandemic… in the middle of a hurricane?In this episode Jessy Dengler—working mom of two, Iowa native, and creative problem solver— shares what it’s really like to raise a family right next door to your in-laws. From daycare decisions and postpartum realities to building a home on family land and navigating remote work with young kids, Jessy brings humor, honesty, and practical wisdom to the mic.She also opens up about her dream to stay home with her kids, how she convinced her boss to let her work remotely, and what it looks like to prioritize your mental health in the thick of it all. In This Episode:⏳ 00:00 – Giving birth, COVID and a derecho: the wild timing of moving in with her in-laws⏳ 03:00 – Why she left her in-person job—and how she got hired back virtually⏳ 05:00 – The emotional and financial toll of daycare⏳ 09:00 – Building a house on family land: what it’s really like to live next door to your in-laws⏳ 12:00 – The unexpected beauty of multigenerational living⏳ 17:00 – Who helps with childcare, and what’s changed since her mom retired⏳ 20:00 – What a real day in the life looks like with two young boys and part-time remote work⏳ 25:00 – The struggle to prioritize yourself and your marriage when everything else is loud⏳ 27:00 – Saying no to negativity, and building better habits one small choice at a time⏳ 30:00 – Toddler hands, framed memories, and why the little things matter mostLinks & Resources:📸 Follow Sage Mother Co. on Instagram 👉 Loved this episode? Make sure to subscribe to TheSage Mother Podcast and leave us a review! It helps more moms find the show and feel supported during the most transformative season of life.

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