Welcome to the toddler trenches: ages 2 to 4, aka the "are you still a baby or just my drunkest roommate?" phase. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the hot mess that is toddlerhood - where logic goes to die and granola bars break your spirits. We get into: Why they’re still babies until 4 (yes, really) The full-body meltdowns that start over nothing and end with you questioning everything Picking daycares, preschools, and camps like it’s a college application The gear and toys that we...
Jun 19, 2025•26 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Welcome to our no-BS guide to baby gear. In this episode, we’re breaking down the newborn products we actually used (and loved) - and the ones that made us question all our life choices. From bottles and breast pumps to crib mattresses, pacifiers, and yes... the infamous wipe warmer, we’re sharing what worked, what didn’t, and what you can skip entirely. We cover: Bottles that saved us vs. bottles that drove us feral The breast pumps that actually gave us freedom Crib mattresses, swaddles, diape...
Jun 12, 2025•27 min•Season 5Ep. 3
We thought it would be funny to take pregnancy tests just for content… and then we accidentally switched them, and one came back positive. In true Baby Then What fashion, what started as a lighthearted, just-for-fun idea turned into absolute chaos. One of us is pregnant… maybe?! But whose test is it?! And what do we even do now?! This episode is wild, emotional, a little unhinged, and everything we didn’t expect, but honestly, it’s kind of the perfect metaphor for motherhood: nothing goes to pla...
Jun 05, 2025•14 min
We're back this week for another round of your questions. In Part 2 of our unfiltered Q&A, we’re diving even deeper into the real, raw questions you’ve been too tired (or too scared) to ask out loud. From navigating postpartum hormones to figuring out if you’re ready for another baby, we’re covering it all. In this episode, we get into: Growing your family and navigating pregnancy loss Postpartum hormones, body changes, and intimacy after baby Baby stage challenges like teething, sleep routi...
May 29, 2025•38 min•Season 5Ep. 1
We asked, you delivered - and now we’re answering your most unfiltered, honest, and hilarious questions. In this Q&A kickoff to Season 5, we’re talking everything from postpartum resentment to baby travel tips, in-law drama to mom guilt, and why the “roommate phase” is way too real. Oh, and by the way - Pregnant Bitchez is now Baby Then What. Why the change? Because this isn’t just a pregnancy podcast anymore. We’re talking about every stage of motherhood — from the first positive test to to...
May 22, 2025•33 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Baby Then What is your go-to podcast for the real side of motherhood—the stuff no one warns you about (but definitely should). Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, deep in toddler chaos, or somewhere in between, there comes a moment when you ask: Now what? Hosted by Jessie and Amanda—two moms of two, deep in the thick of it—this show dives into the messy, unhinged, and brutally honest parts of mom life. They cut through the noise with real stories, raw conversations, product recommendations that...
May 21, 2025•45 sec
This one’s for the moms wondering: Can you actually travel with kids and not lose your mind? Yes. Sort of. Sometimes. In this episode, we dive into the messy, funny, actually helpful guide to traveling with babies, toddlers, and everything in between. From the easiest ages to fly (hello, newborns!) to the ones we’d like to forget (looking at you, 18 months), we’re giving you all our hard-earned hacks. We cover: What age is easiest—and hardest—to travel with Packing tips to avoid mid-air meltdown...
May 15, 2025•40 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Are you recently postpartum and wondering what happened to your relationship? You're not alone—and we're getting real about it. This week, we’re joined by Sheina Schochet (@loveafterbaby) — therapist, mom of 4, and postpartum relationship expert. We’re getting into all the things no one preps you for: - The roommate phase - Constant bickering - Intimacy struggles -The dumbest fights - And why your relationship feels like a full-time job after kids. Sheina gives us real, practical advice on how t...
May 08, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Nobody really warns you about this part of pregnancy — but we’re gonna say it out loud. This week, we’re getting real about what it feels like when your friendships start shifting during pregnancy and postpartum. The friends who stopped texting. The ones who bailed before your baby shower even hit the calendar. The ones you thought would be there... and just weren't. We’re sharing our own stories (the messy, the painful, the surprisingly freeing), plus the stories you sent in. We're talking abou...
May 01, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 13
This week, we’re talking all things sleep — or lack thereof. From newborn nights to 12-month regressions, sleep training wins and fails, and night weaning chaos, we’re covering it all. We answer your Qs: — Did you sleep train? What kind worked? — Is a night nurse worth it? — How do you juggle multiple nap schedules? — Night weaning when baby’s up every 1–2 hours? SOS. — Are we actually getting dumber… or just tired? — What to do when your “village” doesn’t show up — How to find time to do litera...
Apr 24, 2025•27 min•Season 4Ep. 12
This week, we’re sitting in that quiet, complicated space so many of us know—the question of whether we’re really done having babies. We’re talking about all the emotions that come with that decisions - grief, guilt, hope, fear - and the way it never feels black and white. This episode is a real as it gets. Plus, we also talk about: What it’s like for Jessie to finally get her period back - and how it came with a wave of physical and emotional release. Amanda opens up about the shift that’s happ...
Apr 17, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 11
In this week’s episode, we’re giving you the real deal on baby gear - from strollers to car seats to high chairs, we tell you what we’ve tried, what we loved and what we regret. What we cover: Stroller breakdown: UppaBaby Vista vs. Cruz, Joolz, Silver Cross, Veer Wagon, Double City Jogger, Bumbleride Indie Twin, Nuna (travel + new compact double 👀), and why Amanda hated the YOYO. Car seats and high chair recs that don’t suck → From Clek and Diono to IKEA and the overhyped “convertible” ones tha...
Apr 10, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 10
This week, we’re joined by Jonathan @couplestherapywithjonathan, a couples therapist who specializes in helping overwhelmed couples navigate the rollercoaster of relationships before, during, and after kids. We’re asking him everything—from the baby stage breakdowns to the bedroom dry spells—and getting real about the emotional chaos that hits when your relationship suddenly has a third (tiny, screaming) roommate. If your relationship has felt off, quiet, or like a team sport you didn’t sign up ...
Apr 03, 2025•33 min•Season 4Ep. 9
This week we’re joined by Dr. A, a pediatric allergist based in Toronto (and also Amanda’s son Arlo’s allergist 👶🏼). We’re diving into all the big allergy questions you’ve sent in — from when to introduce allergens, to FPIES, to figuring out whether your kid has an allergy or just a sensitivity. Some of the burning questions Dr. A answers: Can you prevent allergies during pregnancy? The truth about genetics and allergies? How early you can test your baby? What are FPIES and why it’s confusing ...
Mar 27, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 8
You asked, we answered! This week, we’re walking you through exactly what to expect in the first two weeks after giving birth—starting from the moment you deliver. We’ll cover the transfer from the delivery room to your overnight room, all the tests they run on you and your baby, that infamous first poo, the overwhelming moment of bringing your baby home, figuring out breastfeeding, and everything in between. We were totally caught off guard our first time, so we’re sharing all the raw, unfilter...
Mar 13, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 5
This week, we are answering all your burning questions about PREGNANCY! Here's a list of all the questions you asked - cover all of this, and then some! What to expect throughout the different stages of pregnancy? What are your best tips for getting pregnant? What are some pregnancy symptoms no one told you about? Pregnancy skin care routine (and the myths)? What are your favourite pregnancy clothes? Best tips? How do you deal with weight gain stigma during pregnancy? Sex during pregnancy and ho...
Feb 27, 2025•30 min
We’re told to start solids as early as 4 months and introduce allergens by 6 months—but no one really tells us how to do it or what to expect (spoiler: it’s a messy ride). This week, we’re joined by Malina from @healthy.mom.healthy.kids —a certified Pediatric Dietitian, single mom of three, and expert in Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) and picky eating. Malina breaks down different approaches to starting solids, from BLW to purees, plus when and how to introduce allergens without losing your mind. She al...
Feb 20, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Leaving your kid for the first time is something no one prepares you for. It feels like your heart is being ripped out—but it’s also necessary (and even healthy) for both you and your baby. This week, we’re sharing our unfiltered stories about that first gut-wrenching goodbye: how old our kids were, what made it easier (or harder), and how we coped. Plus, we’re diving into the nanny vs. daycare debate—how do you know what’s right for your family? Tune in for a raw, real, and honest convo about t...
Feb 13, 2025•35 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this week’s episode, we reflect on our so called ‘vacations’ which were really just us parenting in another zip code, taking on 12-14hr parenting shifts daily. We touch on the highs and lows of what being away with your kids is like, managing LONG travel days and public meltdowns. We dive into our go-to packing tips, our no-guilt philosophy on screen-time, and what we did to get our kids back on track. We also give you a mini life update - Amanda FINALLY figured out how to potty train her 3.5...
Feb 06, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 3
We’ve Googled a lot, but when it comes to useful mom hacks, the best ones aren’t online—they’re passed down from moms who’ve been there, done that, and know what actually works. This week, we’re sharing our favorite mom hacks that made our motherhood journey easier (and way better). From saving time during night feeds to skipping lines while traveling and even handling emergency swim diaper situations, we’ve got you covered. These are real, practical tips from a couple of moms to you—because som...
Jan 30, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Ever heard the saying 1+1=3? That’s exactly what it feels like when you add a second kid to the mix. This week, we dive into the highs and lows of transitioning from one child to two. We’re sharing stories about the insanely beautiful moments you never knew were possible—and the most terrifying, challenging days of our lives so far. No matter the age gap, it’s tough. The mom guilt kicks into overdrive, and most days, you’re just trying to stay afloat. But here’s the good news: it’s short-lived. ...
Jan 23, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 1
This week we sit down with Alex Bennett @justalex who pulls back the curtain on the unspoken realities of life as a new mom. Just 2 months postpartum, Alex opens up about her personal journey, and her brief but intense experience with postpartum depression, and what she did to overcome it. She takes us through her wild labor and delivery story - one that had us both on our toes. And she shares an often unspoken side of motherhood - the indescribable, all-consuming love that only new moms truly u...
Dec 23, 2024•53 min•Season 3Ep. 14
With the holidays coming up, we share with you our best tips for managing through the holidays, how we deal with unwanted gifting for our kids and some of our favourite gift ideas for ages 0 - 4 years old. Happy Holidays from our families to yours! Instagram: @pregnantbitchez YouTube: Pregnant Bitchez Resources & Guides: Pregnant Bitchez...
Dec 13, 2024•16 min
Whoever said maternity leave was a vacation clearly has never experienced it. This week, we’re diving deep into the realities of maternity leave—how much ‘work’ it really is and the major shift for moms hav to go trough as we transition from a full-time job to staying home with a newborn. We’ll also explore the challenges of returning to work after baby #1 and baby #2, from the anxiety leading up to that first day back to the juggling act that comes with being a working mom. We’re not sugar coat...
Nov 29, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 12
This week, we answer the rest of all your burning questions. Here are a list of questions we answer so you can skip to the most interesting parts to you! 1.How to deal with anxiety between appointments? 2. How do you know when the right time is for baby #2? 3. Good age gap? 4. Did you guys do the glucose drink test? Is there any alternative? 5. What are some things that you learn prior and after pregnancy? 6. Why did no one explain how they do cervical checks? Ouch and fuck 7. Have either of you...
Nov 22, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 12
This week, we answer all your burning questions. Here are a list of questions we answer so you can skip to the most interesting parts to you! What was your biggest challenge postpartum and how did you navigate it? (Talk about postpartum with first kid & second? How did your relationship with your partner change postpartum? Has anyone you know needed medication postpartum for anxiety or depression? Did it help? Do you ever get the “when are you trying for a girl q” and how do you handle it (s...
Nov 15, 2024•32 min
This week, we talk all things pregnancy – whether it’s all you’ve ever wanted or you are trying to avoid it, we’ve been through it all. We talk about how hard it is to get pregnant, how much sex is too much before your partner is just shooting blanks and why you need to track your own ovulation cycle closely, because we’re all different. We also share our stories of what it was like finding out we’re pregnant between baby 1 and 2, what implantation can feel like, how pregnancy feels at each stag...
Nov 08, 2024•31 min
As moms, we are constantly asking ourselves should we use this product or that product? This brand or that brand? It’s an exhausting world to navigate and you don’t know if you are making the right or wrong decision half the time. This week, we share everything we have learned so far about what brands we love vs. which we stay away from when it comes to pregnancy beauty products, baby skincare, food, sunscreen, baby products, laundry detergent and more. We also share some of the product swaps we...
Nov 01, 2024•31 min
This week, we’re sitting down with Sari Diskin (@saridiskin) , a fellow mom and old friend of Jessie’s. Sari is currently pregnant with her second child, but her journey to get here wasn’t easy. She gets real about her struggles with secondary fertility and opens up about her heartbreaking experience with miscarriage. Sari shares her raw emotions and the tough moments that come with loss, as well as the lessons she’s learned along the way. Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation about f...
Oct 25, 2024•42 min
Watching your kids go through all their major milestones is both incredible to witness and overwhelming at times to keep up. And people are always quick to tell you if your kid is ahead or behind, rather than just let them be. This week we talk about all the major milestones, the different age ranges that are considered ‘normal’, when our kids actually started crawling, walking, talking and how at the end of the day, they usually all end up in the same place, no matter how they got there. And we...
Oct 18, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 6
