Having a baby is one of the biggest, if not the biggest, day of your life. It's when you meet the little person you have been growing inside of you that you couldn't wait to meet. It's when you experience all the emotions and are so happy that they are finally here. And once they are here, the postpartum period begins, and not only do you meet your new baby, you begin to meet a new you. Holding your precious little one makes you realize that as you're learning about them, you are also rediscover...
Sep 27, 2022•59 min•Ep. 96
It can feel challenging when you need to discipline your child. You may ask yourself, "What is the best way to discipline a child? How can I help my children learn what is right and wrong that won't cause more damage while still holding them accountable for their actions?" Every parent wants to do their best to raise happy, healthy, and kind children . And today, we are so excited to have New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and educator, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson with us on today's episode. ...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 94
A woman’s body goes through many changes during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. One of those changes is her pelvic floor. As a baby grows in the womb, the organs around it move to make room for the baby. This causes the uterus, intestines, and bladder to place extra pressure on the pelvic floor. And whether you had a vaginal birth or a cesarean birth , the pelvic floor after pregnancy and childbirth can potentially cause issues; urinary incontinence, pooping problems, painful sex, organ prolap...
Aug 15, 2022•48 min•Ep. 92
When parents bring home their new baby, everything about their life changes — their priorities, schedules, and sleep. After many sleepless nights, parents can become fixated on how to help their new little one sleep longer stretches. We get it. We've been there. It can be exhausting. But most parents think the only way to get through it is to sleep train their baby. We thought so, too, that is until we met Rachael Shepard-Ohta. We like to call her "the no-sleep-training sleep consultant." She's ...
Aug 02, 2022•49 min•Ep. 90
Raising a toddler has its highs and lows. They are incredible little human beings, but they also have a lot of big emotions . Not all of these emotions are pleasant, especially during learning moments, which can be hard for both the child and the parent. As parents, we do our best to guide our children to grow to be their best versions of themselves. Understanding their emotions, behavior, and development can help us better understand and parent our children. That is why I was thrilled to have t...
Jul 22, 2022•41 min•Ep. 88
We love Amazon and shop on their site frequently, especially since we've become parents. However, we've learned that not everything listed for sale on Amazon is safe. This is very eye-opening and concerning for us as consumers, and we had to learn more. We're chatting with Rachel Johnson Greer about what we need to know to spot unsafe products on Amazon so that we can keep our families safe. Rachel is the author of No Dead Babies: How Amazon Pursued Profit Above Safety and How to Protect Your Fa...
Jul 05, 2022•49 min•Ep. 86
We recently learned that there is a higher chance of postpartum depression for women with poor sleep quality. This doesn't come as much of a surprise because we know that sleep is vital to a person's mental and physical health. It's also not a secret that sleep deprivation is inevitable when welcoming home a newborn. So, how can new parents prepare for parenthood and combat this statistic? Because new parents need to care for their babies at all hours, how can they prioritize sleep to help avoid...
Jun 21, 2022•46 min•Ep. 84
Life can get busy, especially when you have little ones. And at the end of the day, the never-ending question is always, "What's for dinner? " Today's guest knows this all too well. She's been creating delicious meals over the years and sharing her amazing recipes on her popular blog and social media, Feel Good Foodie . That's right; today, we have the pleasure of chatting with Yumna Jawad from Feel Good Foodie about her tips to get you cooking for your family! Yumna discovered her passion for c...
Jun 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 82
Infertility can feel so isolating but we know that many women experience these struggles . Thankfully more women are speaking up and sharing their stories. I think that talking about this sensitive topic is allowing more people to understand infertility and what their options are. That's why I'm so grateful to have fertility veteran and PhD Scientist, Amy Beckley , joining us today on our podcast. Amy is sharing common fertility struggles, her personal experience with fertility as well as her mi...
May 24, 2022•47 min•Ep. 80
Hearing your baby say their first word is such an exciting milestone. But if you're worrying that your baby isn't saying enough words or is slower to talk, you are not the only one. Many parents have these same concerns. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to get your baby to start talking! We just had the pleasure of having Brooke and Bridget , the Speech Sisters , as our podcast guests! They are speech and language pathologists and are experts in their field. They have more than 20 y...
Apr 25, 2022•44 min•Ep. 78
With neverending to-do lists, parents sometimes just want their little ones to be entertained and content without always resorting to screentime . This is especially true when bringing home a new baby. You don’t want your older child to be left out, but it’s so helpful if there are some fun and easy activities that can keep them busy while you care for your newborn. This is actually what inspired our guest today! Susie Allison, from Busy Toddler , is an early childhood education expert and advoc...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 76
Did you know that statistics show a girl's self-esteem peaks at age nine and falls from there? This was a heartbreaking statistic that we recently discovered. We wanted to learn more about what we can do to prevent it from falling and empower our girls. That's when we found Melody Pourmoradi, an empowerment coach who is passionate about empowering women and girls across the globe. Melody has supported thousands of women to live out their life's purpose, create careers that they love, and cultiva...
Mar 28, 2022•54 min•Ep. 74
Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, but it's not always an enjoyable experience for everyone. Many different symptoms can happen; heartburn , morning sickness , back pain , stress, and more. But thankfully, there are some tips that can help you get through. We have Dr. Christine Sterling , board-certified ObGyn and mom of three, as our special guest, and she is sharing her tips on how to make your pregnancy easier and healthier. Dr. Sterling is on a mission is to provide comprehensive support for th...
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 72
It's a beautiful thing when a couple decides to grow their family and welcome a baby. It's a wonderful way to watch the love you have for one another blossom into something bigger and even more powerful. However, having a baby can bring out the best in people and sometimes the worst. This is why it's so important to prepare for this life-changing time in advance so that you both can be on the same page as partners and as parents. But if you're listening to this episode after you've welcomed home...
Feb 28, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1
As parents, we all hear sleep tips and rules from friends, family, and of course, the internet. But is everything we hear accurate? We're going to find out. Today I'm chatting with Janey Reilly about baby sleep myths. Janey Reilly , the CEO and founder of WeeSleep , is an expert infant and toddler sleep consultant who works with families around the globe to help solve sleep challenges in a positive and personal way so that babies can rest and thrive and parents can rejoice. Janey is a single mot...
Feb 16, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Being a mother is the most wonderful and powerful role a woman can have. It's a momentous, life-changing role. And while it is the best thing that has ever happened to us, it is also demanding and can be overwhelming at times. Our to-do lists seem neverending, and we are (usually) the primary caretaker of our children. With so many responsibilities, it's only natural that we feel " touched out ," exhausted, and out of control at times. This is when mindfulness can help. And being more mindful in...
Feb 01, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1
So much happens to our bodies after childbirth—whether we’ve had a vaginal birth or cesarean birth . And caring for our bodies before giving birth and after is vital. Thankfully there are gentle products that can help us with natural healing like Momotaro Apotheca , a certified organic and cruelty-free vulvovaginal care line that supports your body’s natural ability to heal. We always want to be kind to our bodies especially during this vulnerable time. That's why we're chatting with Lindsay Wyn...
Jan 18, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Birth trauma. It's a real thing, and everyone's trauma is valid. According to research , up to 34% of women report their birth being traumatic. That's 1 in 3 women. And that is heartbreaking. Not enough people have heard about birth trauma, so today, we are so grateful to chat with Teela Tomassetti , a psychologist from Alberta Canada, and the name and face behind the Instagram account @theteaonbirthtrauma . Teela has spent the last 15 years specializing in various forms of trauma therapy such a...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 1
Throughout pregnancy, many of us realize that we aren't remembering as much as we used to. We're not as quick-witted and are more forgetful. This is why the term "pregnancy brain" has come about. But did you know that there is also "mommy brain"? It's true! Our brains change once we become mothers , even if we're not the birthing mother, and we were fascinated by why this happens to mothers or the main caretaker. That's why we are thrilled to be chatting with Dr. Mona Amin today about cognitive ...
Dec 21, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 1
When you discover you're pregnant, it's such an exciting and overwhelming time. There's so much to do and to think about! It's normal for women to begin questioning their lifestyle choices and the products they use. Maybe you want to start getting more active. Maybe you want to lower the stress in your life. And maybe you want to rethink what you have been eating in your diet . We all know that nutrition in pregnancy is important but it can be confusing. Many women aren't sure exactly what they ...
Dec 08, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 1
The holiday season can spark a lot of emotions in the family—excitement, joy, anxiety, dread . . . And that's not including all of the emotions from our toddlers! We know that big events can bring up big emotions. Now that the holidays are upon us, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with Leanne about how to prevent toddler tantrums during the holiday season. Leanne Sherred is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist as well as the President of Expressable , an online spe...
Nov 22, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1
We know how important it is to take care of ourselves, especially after giving birth—whether that’s C-section or vaginal . However, it can be tough for us new moms to take the time for our health and recovery. We tend to prioritize our baby and family before ourselves. But taking care of ourselves is not saying, "me first," it's saying, "me too." Because we are also important and we matter. On today's podcast, I'm talking with Katherine Baquie , the founder of FitNest Mama . Kath is sharing with...
Nov 09, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1
An exciting part of planning for a baby’s arrival is preparing their room! It can be so much fun pinning beautiful pictures that inspire you on Pinterest for your little one's nursery. However, designing your perfect nursery can also be overwhelming. Where should you start? What do you need? And what can you skip? Parents can feel rattled (no pun intended) when trying to make the room perfect for themselves and their little one. That's why we have a special guest and interior designer, Naomi Coe...
Oct 25, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Babywearing has been a practice that mothers have used for many, many generations. It's something that I love and recommend to every new parent because it makes things easier on you and better for your baby. Babies want to be close to their parents, and with babywearing , parents can do that while still getting everything they need done. As a new parent or caregiver, babywearing can be intimidating to start, and there are often a lot of questions. That's why I'm talking to two mamas, Skye and Ma...
Oct 12, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Topics that don't get as much attention as they should are when our kids have issues with potty training, experiencing bedwetting, and childhood constipation. I can understand because they're not the most glamorous topics, but some children experience these issues. And when it happens to your child, it can be worrying and frustrating. That's why we wanted to bring an expert on to our podcast to have this discussion. In this episode, our guest is Dr. Steve Hodges , an associate professor of pedia...
Sep 28, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Today we are chatting with Cliodhna Griffin , the founder of Born Free Birthing and Houston Placenta Services . Cliodhna is a certified and experienced HypnoBirthing Educator, Master Trainer, and Faculty Member of the HypnoBirthing Institute , and she is proudly Houston, TX’s first APPA triple-certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist providing professional placenta encapsulation services from Houston’s only freestanding commercial-grade placenta preparation kitchen. Cliodhna hails from Irelan...
Sep 13, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Today’s episode is all about how to keep our sleeping babies safe and to focus on the breathability of crib mattresses . Our babies’ safety is our greatest priority, and breathability in crib mattresses may not seem like too big of a deal, but it’s more important than parents think. And Barry Cik, the Founder and Technical Director of Naturepedic , knows this all too well. We're thrilled to have Barry back on our podcast to talk about some of the biggest risks and dangers involved with infant sl...
Aug 31, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 69
With National Rainbow Baby Day approaching — August 22nd — we want to shed some light on rainbow babies and talk to a mother who has been there. Listening to her experience and her love for both of her children has moved us and touched our hearts. We are honored to talk to her and to hear her rainbow baby story. On September 22, 2016, Taylor Molitierno became a mother to her sweet daughter, Francesca Joy. She and her husband had to say hello and goodbye to their baby girl within the same day and...
Aug 16, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 68
We know that in many countries, as many as 1 in 5 new mothers experience some type of perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMADs) . These illnesses frequently go unnoticed and untreated, which can lead to tragic and long-term consequences for both mother and child. With so many mothers experiencing PMADs, we wanted to talk to an amazing mom who knows the importance of maternal mental health all too well, Erin Bagwell . Erin is a documentary filmmaker, blogger, and new mom. In 2018, Erin became a...
Aug 02, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 66
As a mom to a three-year-old , I am extremely familiar with toddler tantrums. I’ll be honest, sometimes I don’t handle those toddler tantrums with grace. Sometimes I give in, sometimes I walk away and ignore, and sometimes I yell and completely lose my cool. I feel awful admitting this, but I know that I’m not alone. I’m sure other parents who are listening to this episode can probably relate. All of us parents have been in the situation where our toddlers have one meltdown after another and we’...
Jul 21, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 65
