Couched In Chaos Podcast

Episode 22: The Cornell University Sexual Assault Case, The Cornell 7 & Talking to Our Kids About Sexual Assault
The Cornell University sexual assault case has sparked important conversations about sexual assault, consent, accountability, and how we educate young people about sexual violence. In Episode 22 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Trisha and Dr. Tiffany take a closer look at the conversation surrounding the case and use it as a starting point for a much bigger question: How do we teach our kids—both our sons and our daughters—about sexual assault and prevention?
We’re talking about the Cornell 7, sexual assault awareness, consent, boundaries, healthy relationships, and the conversations parents need to be having with their children before they head off into the world on their own.
How do we teach our daughters to recognize unsafe situations and trust their instincts? And just as importantly, how do we teach our sons about consent, boundaries, respect, and being responsible for their own behavior?
We also discuss red flags for sexual exploitation, warning signs parents should know, and how to create an environment where teens and young adults feel safe coming to their parents with difficult questions or experiences.
Because sexual assault education isn't just a conversation for girls. Our sons need this education, too.
Join Dr. Trisha and Dr. Tiffany for an honest and sometimes uncomfortable conversation about the Cornell University sexual assault case, sexual assault awareness, parenting, prevention, and giving our kids the tools they need to navigate relationships and the world around them.

From puberty and teenage awkwardness to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause… apparently, our bodies decided to keep things interesting. 
Just when you finally figure out what your body is doing, it changes the rules.
In this episode of Couched in Chaos, we’re talking about boobs, periods, babies, hormones, gray hair, hot flashes, changing bodies, and all the What the Heck?? moments in between. Because being a woman is basically living in a body that keeps releasing surprise updates—with absolutely no user manual.
The body changes. The hormones change. The clothes stop fitting the way they used to. And somehow, we're all just supposed to act like this is normal. Come sit on the couch with us as we laugh, commiserate, and talk about the many versions of us hiding inside these ever-changing bodies.

Episode 20: You’re Only as Happy as Your Saddest Kid
They say you’re only as happy as your saddest child... and honestly? Sometimes that hits way too close to home.
In Episode 20 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha are getting real about what happens when life stressors start breaking your child’s heart—and Mamma Bear Squared comes out.
From bullying and friendship drama to devastating breakups, chronic illness, disappointment, and the everyday situations that can leave your kid struggling, watching your child hurt can make you feel completely helpless. Your instincts kick in. You want to fix it, fight it, protect them, and somehow take all of their pain away.
But what do you do when you can't fix it?
This episode is all about surviving those moments as a parent while supporting your child through theirs. We’re talking about the real emotions, the real situations, and how to show up for your kid without completely losing yourself in the chaos.
Real talk. Real situations. Real parenting when life gets really, really hard.
Because sometimes being a parent means learning how to sit beside your child in the hard moments—even when every part of you wants to go full Mamma Bear and burn it all down.

Dating used to mean meeting someone, awkwardly making eye contact, and hoping they’d call. Now? It means swiping, sliding into DMs, decoding messages, investigating social media, and wondering if being left on “seen” is a red flag.
This week on Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha dive into the wild world of modern dating. From dating apps and social media stalking (we mean... research) to spotting red flags, green flags, and those confusing yellow flags, we’re talking about what to look for—and what to run from.
We’re also discussing why you need a thick skin to survive modern dating, how to handle rejection without losing your confidence, and one of the biggest questions for parents who date: When is the right time to introduce someone new to your kids?
Dr. Trisha and Dr. Tiffany also unpack the Lindsey Clancy trial and give some clinical insight into post partum psychosis and mental health. So grab your emotional support beverage and join us as we navigate love, dating, boundaries, and the absolute chaos of trying to find a decent human in the age of apps and algorithms.
Because apparently, finding love now requires Wi-Fi, emotional intelligence, and the ability to spot a red flag before the first date.
Couched in Chaos: Where sanity meets sarcasm and self-help gets real.

Summer freedom is officially over, and suddenly everyone needs a bedtime, a backpack, 14 school supplies, and the ability to wake up before 7 a.m. Good luck, everyone.
In Episode 18 of Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha are talking back-to-school transitions, parenting stress, kids’ anxiety, routines, sleep schedules, and getting the whole family ready for a new school year—without completely losing it.
First, we dive into some true crime because apparently our brains enjoy being terrified before we talk about parenting. Then we get into the main topic: how to help kids transition from summer to school, manage big feelings, rebuild routines, and make the back-to-school adjustment a little less chaotic.
And, of course, we finish with listener questions, because apparently, we're not the only ones trying to figure this parenting thing out.
Press play, grab your coffee, and prepare to get back to school… and back to chaos.
Couched in Chaos — where sanity meets sarcasm and self-help gets real.
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Is your teenager heading to college? Before you panic about tuition, laundry, roommates, and whether they know how to make an actual meal, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha are here to help you prepare your teen for college—and yourself for letting go.
This week on Couched in Chaos, we’re talking college preparation, parenting teens, life skills, independence, communication, boundaries, money, emotional readiness, and the transition from high school to college. Because sending your kid off to college is basically handing them a debit card and saying, “Good luck! Call me if you need anything… except at 2 a.m.” 😂
We’re also getting distracted by true crime documentaries, answering listener questions, and talking about the things parents often forget when preparing kids for college: how to handle responsibility, advocate for themselves, manage stress, solve problems, and function without Mom or Dad hovering nearby.
If you’re parenting a college-bound teen, high school senior, teenager preparing for adulthood, or a young adult getting ready to leave home, this episode is for you.
Couched in Chaos — Where sanity meets sarcasm and self-help gets real.

What do goat yoga, Prince, and a sink full of dishes have in common? Apparently… moms losing their minds. 
This week, Dr. Tiffany and Dr. Trisha are asking the question everyone’s secretly thinking: Why are moms so mad all the time? Spoiler alert: it’s probably not the dishes. It’s the mental load, the constant giving, the never-ending needs of everyone else, and the tiny little dream of hearing, “I appreciate you” before someone asks where their water bottle is for the 47th time.
We’re unpacking the difference between anger and unmet needs, why resentment builds in silence, and how feeling invisible can turn a missing sock into a full TED Talk. Expect laughs, real talk, a little celebrity chaos, and the comforting reminder that if you’ve ever rage-cleaned a kitchen while muttering under your breath… you are definitely not alone.
Because sometimes “Why you so maaad?” is really code for “Why am I carrying everything by myself?”

How many unnecessary apologies have you made today? If the answer is "too many," pull up a chair...and stop apologizing for taking up space while you're at it.
This week on Couched in Chaos, Dr. Trisha and Dr. Tiffany dive into the wild world of recovering from people pleasing—why we overextend ourselves, fear disappointing others, and somehow end up volunteering for things we never wanted to do in the first place. We'll talk about why "No" feels like a four-letter word, why guilt keeps us stuck, and how to stop making yourself uncomfortable just to keep everyone else comfortable.
Learn how to break the cycle, set boundaries that actually stick, and discover that people who truly care about you can survive hearing the word "no." (Spoiler alert: they won't burst into flames.)

It's officially swimsuit season... which means women everywhere are standing in front of a mirror negotiating with themselves. This week on Couched in Chaos, Dr. Tiffany Smith and Dr. Trisha Marroquin dive into the hilarious and sometimes painful reality of aging and body image. From rogue chin hairs and mystery aches to social media filters, changing bodies, and the annual panic attack that comes with trying on a swimsuit, we're talking about it all.
Why do we believe we need a "beach body" before we deserve a day at the pool? Who decided cellulite was a character flaw? And when did getting older become something women were expected to apologize for?
Join us as we laugh through the chaos, challenge unrealistic beauty standards, and remind each other that the best memories aren't made because you had six-pack abs—they're made because you actually got in the pool.
Because life is too short to spend it sitting on the sidelines in a cover-up.

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!