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The Hardest Year-The Fight For Anailyn
Feb. 24, 2026

The Hardest Year-The Fight For Anailyn

In July 2017, our world stopped. Anailyn was born premature at just three pounds, six ounces after sixteen days in the hospital and an emergency C-section. She couldn’t breathe on her own. Doctors diagnosed a severe blood inf...

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Valentines Day Special
Feb. 17, 2026

Valentines Day Special

This Valentine’s Day, Jeremy and Myia celebrate love the real way — in the middle of family life, busy schedules, and everyday chaos. In this special episode of We Are the Hansons , they share honest stories about marriage, c...

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Our 2026 Super Bowl Family Night
Feb. 10, 2026

Our 2026 Super Bowl Family Night

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we share how our family spent the 2026 Super Bowl — not just watching the game, but enjoying what really mattered: time together. With our older sons Collin, Tristan, Gavin, a...

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When Our Kids Get Their Hearts Broken And How We Handle It
Feb. 3, 2026

When Our Kids Get Their Hearts Broken And How We Handle It

Watching your child’s heart break is one of the hardest parts of being a parent—and no one really prepares you for it. In this deeply personal episode of We Are the Hansons , we talk honestly about what it feels like when our...

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Snow Days
Jan. 27, 2026

Snow Days

Snow days hit a little different at our house. With a full house, online public virtual school, and a schedule that usually runs like a well-oiled machine… all it takes is one winter storm or power outage to throw everything ...

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The Little Things That Drive Us Crazy - And Break Our Hearts When They’re Gone
Jan. 20, 2026

The Little Things That Drive Us Crazy - And Break Our Hearts When The…

What if the very things that drive you crazy as a parent are the same things you’ll ache for one day? In this heartfelt and deeply relatable episode of We Are the Hansons , host Myia Hanson reflects on the everyday moments of...

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Letting Go As Kids Grow
Jan. 13, 2026

Letting Go As Kids Grow

Letting go is one of the hardest and most beautiful parts of parenting. In this deeply personal episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia Hanson opens up about the emotional shift that happens as our children grow—when the days of...

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What 13 Kids Taught Me About Humanity
Jan. 6, 2026

What 13 Kids Taught Me About Humanity

What does raising 13 children teach you about people, love, patience, and the human heart? In this deeply personal episode of We Are The Hansons , host Myia Hanson reflects on the life-changing lessons learned from raising a ...

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When The Clock Strikes Family New Year Tradition
Dec. 30, 2025

When The Clock Strikes Family New Year Tradition

When the clock strikes midnight, the noise fades, the year turns, and what matters most comes into focus—family. In this special We Are the Hansons New Year episode, we invite you into our home to share the traditions that ca...

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A Hanson Family Christmas
Dec. 23, 2025

A Hanson Family Christmas

Christmas in the Hanson household is anything but quiet—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. In this special holiday episode of We Are the Hansons , we invite you straight into our living room for a real, unfiltered Hanson ...

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Why Family Is Our Safe Space Even When It's Loud
Dec. 15, 2025

Why Family Is Our Safe Space Even When It's Loud

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we open the doors to our loud, chaotic, love-filled home and talk about why family is our safe place—even on the days when it feels overwhelming. From nonstop noise and emotio...

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Laughter Is Our Love Language
Dec. 1, 2025

Laughter Is Our Love Language

In this heart-warming (and hilarious) episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia takes you inside the beautiful chaos of life with 13 kids, a full house, and a marriage built on humor, grace, and a whole lot of patience. From unexp...

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13 Kids 1 Bathroom
Nov. 24, 2025

13 Kids 1 Bathroom

Welcome to the wildest, realest, most unforgettable chapter of Hanson family life. In this episode, Myia Hanson pulls back the curtain on what it’s actually like managing a household of 13 kids… with only one bathroom to shar...

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Keeping Romance Alive On A Budget
Nov. 17, 2025

Keeping Romance Alive On A Budget

In this heartwarming episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia Hanson opens the door to real, everyday love—the kind that grows through late-night conversations, shared coffee cups, and creative date nights that don’t break the ba...

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Raising Leaders, Not Followers
Oct. 29, 2025

Raising Leaders, Not Followers

In this inspiring episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia Hanson opens up about what it truly means to raise children who think for themselves, stand for what’s right, and lead with confidence and compassion. From the kitchen ta...

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What Our Kids Teach Us About Life
Oct. 20, 2025

What Our Kids Teach Us About Life

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , Myia and the family open up about the beautiful lessons their kids have taught them—lessons that go far beyond the classroom. From patience and forgiveness to laughter in chao...

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We Are The Hansons Love Languages
Oct. 14, 2025

We Are The Hansons Love Languages

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we explore the five love languages and how they show up in our big, bustling family of thirteen kids. From words of affirmation and quality time to acts of service, receiving ...

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Grandparenting and Parenting All At Once
Sept. 29, 2025

Grandparenting and Parenting All At Once

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we dive into the beautiful chaos of grandparenting and parenting all at once . Between raising our own children and helping guide our grandkids, life in the Hanson household i...

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Helping Our Kids through School Struggles
Sept. 22, 2025

Helping Our Kids through School Struggles

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we open up about the real struggles kids face in school—and how parents can step in with encouragement, understanding, and proven techniques that truly make a difference. From...

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Raising Respectful Hearts: Teaching Our Kids Respect and Caring
Sept. 18, 2025

Raising Respectful Hearts: Teaching Our Kids Respect and Caring

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we open up about the ways we teach our kids the importance of respect and caring—both at home and out in the world. From simple daily routines to real-life examples, we share ...

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We Are The Hanson Family Adventure To The Fair
Sept. 8, 2025

We Are The Hanson Family Adventure To The Fair

Life with a big family means every outing turns into an adventure! In this episode of We Are the Hansons , we share some of our favorite family outings—from simple day trips to unforgettable experiences. With 13 kids in tow, ...

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Labor Day Weekend With The Hansons
Aug. 25, 2025

Labor Day Weekend With The Hansons

This Labor Day weekend, the Hanson crew split up for double the adventure in Wisconsin! The boys headed north for the legendary Crandon Off-Road Races , where roaring engines, dirt tracks, and adrenaline-filled competition ma...

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Dominique's Going Away Party
Aug. 18, 2025

Dominique's Going Away Party

In this heartfelt episode of We Are the Hansons , we celebrate Dominique’s going away party with love, laughter, and plenty of family fun. From balloons to memories, our big family gathers to honor Dominique’s next chapter an...

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We Are The Hansons Rainy Day Fun
Aug. 11, 2025

We Are The Hansons Rainy Day Fun

In this cozy episode of We Are the Hansons , the rain might be pouring outside, but inside, the fun is just getting started. With thirteen kids under one roof, Myia and the family turn a gloomy day into a memory-making advent...

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