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In Our Mom Era is a podcast about the everyday realities of raising kids in Switzerland—told through the perspectives of two moms with different backgrounds. Larissa is a Swiss mom, and Elin is a Swedish mom living in Switzerland. Together, we share honest conversations about motherhood, cultural differences, and the little details that shape family life.

The podcast is in English, making it accessible to both local and expat parents. From bilingual kids and pregnancy journeys to work-life balance, screen time, and navigating Swiss traditions, we bring you relatable stories, practical tips, and plenty of laughter along the way.

Whether you’re an expat, a local, or simply curious about parenting in Switzerland, this is your place to feel connected, supported, and understood.

👉 New episodes every two weeks
👉 Follow us on Instagram: @momera.podcast for updates, plus our personal accounts @bos.nest and @kidzh.ch

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  1. Ep 16: Sun Safety, Entrepreneurship & Motherhood with Alexandra from Kindisch

    In this week’s episode of Our Mom Era, we are joined by Alexandra, founder of Kindisch and mom of four boys. We talk about motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the journey that brought her to where she is today. Alexandra also shares important

  2. Ep 15: Wait… Swiss Kids Don’t All Go to the Same High School?

    The Swiss school system… simple? Not exactly. In this episode, we break down everything from kindergarten to graduation, explain the confusing school tracks and talk about what it’s really like raising kids in Switzerland. We also touch on

  3. Ep 14: Did You Know This Before Becoming a Mom?

    In this episode of In Our Mom Era, we share the real, unfiltered side of becoming a mom, from hearing “mom” all day long to constantly being covered in mess. We also talk about the identity shift after having a baby and the challenge of bal

  4. Ep 13: What’s Your Parenting Obsession?

    Car seats, bike helmets, and safety habits we grew up with. Elin shares why she’s so passionate about car safety, from growing up in Sweden (where safety is a big deal) to witnessing a serious car accident that completely changed how she th

  5. Ep 12: Is Moving With Kids a Complete Nightmare?

    In this episode, we talk about the reality of moving with kids. Larissa recently went through a move and shares what actually helped make the transition easier for her kids, and what was more chaotic than expected… We also get into the topi

  6. Ep 11: Fasnacht, Flights & First Aid

    In this episode of Mom Era, we’re covering everything from confetti to serious topics. We talk about Fasnacht in Switzerland (yes, apparently you can celebrate it in Zurich!?), Larissa’s very exotic vacation plans, and then shift gears to s

  7. Ep 10: Mom Friends, Tantrums & Italian Mansions

    Episode 10 is here and we’re answering your questions. In this fun Q&A episode, we dive into everything from how to actually find mom friends (without it feeling awkward 😅), to handling full-on toddler tantrums in public, and planning a a

  8. Ep 9: Snowstorms, Moving Chaos & a Car Crash

    Moving in a snowstorm, a truck stuck in the snow, a broken table, and a car crash — plus big conversations about family life, Swiss taxes, and a toddler’s very big new bed.

  9. Ep 8: Can Eating Out With Kids Actually Be Fun?

    Eating out with kids: fun family time or total chaos? Elin usually prefers to skip it altogether, while Larissa has learned how to make it work (and even enjoy it). From bringing snacks to keeping little ones entertained, we share what real

  10. Ep 7: The Audacity of Christmas

    Christmas really has the audacity. Advent calendars planned months ahead, kids earning their gifts, and entire countries stopping for cartoons. We compare Swiss and Swedish Christmas traditions and talk gift pressure, expectations, and the

  11. Ep 6: Zero Degrees, Zero Drama

    FYI: The audio is not very good during the first minutes, but it gets much better right after. In this episode, we break down how to dress your kids properly for outdoor play in winter. We even dive into the Swedish tradition of letting bab

  12. Ep 5: Bilingual Kids, Big Confusion

    We talk about raising multilingual toddlers, mixed-up words, cultural roots, and all the hilarious confusion that comes with it. Plus, we share what’s working for us, what’s messy, and why we’re so grateful for the chaos.

  13. Ep 4: Back to Work, Back to Reality

    Coffee in one hand, daycare schedule in the other — we’re back to work! Join us as we chat about the reality of returning after maternity leave, balancing it all, and a few worries about what’s next (hello, Hort!).

  14. Ep 3: From Bumps to Births

    In this episode, we share our very different birth stories. We talk about what it’s really like to give birth in Switzerland: from hospital stays and midwife support to the surprising (and funny) moments in between. You’ll hear about Elin’s

  15. Ep 2: Two Moms, Two Bumps

    From crazy expensive watermelon cravings to medical hiccups and funny pregnancy moments, we’re sharing it all in this episode of Our Mom Era. We also give you a peek into what pregnancy care in Switzerland is really like — especially helpfu

  16. Ep 1: Who let the moms out?

    Welcome to In Our Mom Era! We’re Larissa, a Swiss mom, and Elin, a Swedish mom living in Switzerland. In this first episode, we share why we started the podcast, swap parenting tips, and chat about screen time—plus what’s coming next, from

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