Dear Dance Mom...

This week, Melissa, Jill and Kelly are in full wedding prep mode — except there’s just one tiny problem: Kelly still doesn’t have a dress and Brooke’s wedding is NEXT WEEK. Panic levels? High. Alteration options? Questionable.

As the glam plans roll in (nails, hair, makeup schedules — the works), they reveal that Brooke may be the most prepared bride of all time… complete with a full PowerPoint presentation for the bridal party. Yes, really. From timelines to seating charts, she’s running this wedding like a board meeting and we’re honestly impressed.

Meanwhile, the moms are counting down the days until they can escape the freezing weather, binge-watching the Olympic Games, and obsessively tracking Team USA’s medal count. Jill, in particular, has entered her professional commentator era thanks to her full-blown pair skating obsession.

And of course, we get into the Dance Moms tea. A listener asks the big question:
Were Maddie — or any of the kids — actually brats in Season 1 of Dance Moms… or was it all editing?
Plus, Melissa addresses the viral clip where she says she “doesn’t know what it feels like to lose.” Was that real brat energy… or producer manipulation?

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Jill, Melissa, and Kelly are back together for a heartfelt catch-up that feels like sitting at the kitchen table with old friends. The episode kicks off with Melissa gushing about her new puppy and sharing how this little bundle of joy has unexpectedly helped her heal in the best way.

As they chat, excitement builds around Brooke’s upcoming wedding. Brooke is already in Florida getting settled, Kelly is deep wedding mode and can’t believe the day is finally here after months of preparation, and Jill is counting down the days until everyone’s together. Paige, meanwhile, is living her best life in Milan for the Olympics, which sparks a bigger conversation about how surreal and grateful they all feel for the opportunities that came their way because of Dance Moms.

Kelly shares some behind-the-scenes wedding details—including the shocking moment she found out Brooke’s venue required outdoor bathrooms… with a $15,000 price tag 😳—and what it’s like opening up her Florida home to family and friends for such a special weekend.

The conversation turns reflective as the women look back on the Dance Moms years: juggling intense schedules and somehow holding their families together through chaos, pressure, and cameras. How did they manage it all?

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Jill, Melissa, and Kelly are back catching up on everything—starting with the brutal cold weather hitting close to home and the wild Tennessee ice storms where trees were literally exploding. The moms share a sweet update on Riley and how her pregnancy is going, plus Jill’s upcoming trip to visit and help get the nursery ready.

They dive into thoughts on paid paternity leave for dads, obsess over how cute (and stylish!) pregnancy clothes are these days, and then shift gears into sports talk—because Pittsburgh is having a moment with the Penguins officially back in the win column.

The moms talk about escaping the winter weather and heading to Florida to celebrate Brooke’s wedding. They also attempt—attempt being the key word—to wrap their heads around the Blake Lively and Taylor Swift text message drama… and quickly admit they’re very confused but have plenty of opinions anyway!

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Snowed in and stuck inside, Jill, Melissa, and Kelly settle in to talk all things winter weather—how they prep for storms, ride out snow days, and keep their sanity when everything shuts down ❄️

The conversation turns nostalgic as they recap the recent Dance Moms reunion at Brooke’s wedding shower. From the guest list to the tiniest details, the moms share how Brooke’s perfectionist side shined through, with every element thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed.

The episode also takes a heartfelt turn as the moms offer advice to listeners in their 20s who are still finding their footing—navigating heartbreak, growing pains, and the uncertainty that comes with figuring life out. Real mom advice, no pyramid required.

Melissa opens up about the recent loss of her puppy, sharing her belief that although the puppy was sick when she received her, she was an angel sent to her—meant to be loved deeply, even if only for a short time.

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The moms are catching up! Jill, Melissa, and Kelly are covering everything from family milestones to pop culture and sports. They recap Riley’s baby shower—where Jill had plenty of input—and look ahead to Brooke’s upcoming bridal shower, with Kelly officially on deck next.

The conversation takes a turn to football as they break down the Steelers’ tough playoff loss and share their thoughts on what the team needs to do moving forward. Melissa gives an update on Maddie and Kenzie’s upcoming movies, and introduces the newest member of the family: an adorable new puppy named Penny Lane.

Plus, the moms chat about how this generation seems to eat so much healthier than they did, how their kids’ habits have changed over the years, and even tackle the all-important question—what do you wear to the theater these days?

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