Baby Then What

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3.1: We focus on preparing our BODIES for motherhood, but what about our MENTAL HEALTH? Sep 06, 2024

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Pregnancy is all about preparing your body - they tell you what to eat, what to avoid, how to stay fit. But what they don’t prepare you for is the silent storm that brews in your mind. The weight of motherhood isn’t just physical - it’s emotional, mental and sometimes overwhelming. This week, we open up about our own personal battles with anxiety, eating disorders, trying to lose our baby weight, and how we’ve learned to adapt in our new role as moms.

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2.12: The Dedicated Dads Q&A — Amanda & Jessie’s Husbands on Pregnancy, Birth & Fatherhood Aug 02, 2024

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We’ve talked about them all season, and now it’s their turn on the mic! This week, Amanda & Jessie’s husbands join us to share their dad perspectives—the funny, the scary, and the completely unfiltered.

In this episode, we cover:

Jessie’s second birth from her husband’s point of view
What it’s really like being around us while we’re pregnant (their words, not ours)
The funniest and scariest dad moments they’ve had so far
Seeing if they can actually name common pregnancy and postpartum products
What fatherhood has taught them so far

If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on behind the scenes with our partners—or just want to laugh at their unfiltered takes—this episode is for you.

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2.11: Mom Q&A: Starting Solids, Allergy Testing, Travel Tips, Breastfeeding Guilt & More Jul 26, 2024

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This week, we’re answering all your burning mom questions—the ones you’ve DMed, texted, or Googled at 2am. Nothing’s off-limits, and we’re diving into the messy, honest details.

In this episode, we talk about:

How and when to start solids with your baby
The truth about introducing allergens and recognizing an allergy
Whether the age gap between kids really makes a difference
Our best family travel tips with babies and toddlers
Whether you should feel guilty about stopping breastfeeding
And so much more…

If you’ve ever wondered “am I doing this right?”—this Q&A episode is for you. Real moms, real answers, zero judgment.

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2.10: Motherhood Unfiltered: Body Changes, Relationship Shifts & Rolling With the Chaos Jul 19, 2024

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When it comes to being a mom, the only thing you can count on is that everything will change. Just when you think you’ve figured out motherhood, something new slaps you in the face.

In this episode, we’re talking about all the shifts and surprises that come with navigating motherhood:

Postpartum body changes no one warns you about
Relationship changes after kids (and why “roommate phase” is so real)
How our kids keep changing daily—and forcing us to adapt
What’s actually worked for us when it comes to rolling with it all

At the end of the day, the best approach might just be saying “f*ck it”—and embracing the new you, your new world, and the chaos of motherhood.

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2.9: C-Section Recovery Guide — Planned vs Emergency, Healing Tips & Real Talk Jul 12, 2024

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This week we’re joined by Nicole, a C-section recovery coach and 3x C-section mama, who walks us through everything you wish someone told you about C-sections.

We talk about:

What to expect during a C-section—whether planned or emergency
The do’s and don’ts to optimize your physical recovery
How to process and heal from the trauma of an emergency C-section
Tips for breastfeeding after a C-section
The ideal home setup to make recovery smoother
Our favorite C-section recovery products that actually help

Whether you’ve had a C-section, are planning one, or just want to be prepared, you’ll leave this episode feeling informed, supported, and more empowered for your birth and recovery.

Check out Nicole's page @csectionrecoverycoach

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2.8: Traveling with Kids: Baby & Toddler Travel Hacks, Sleep Tips & Funny Stories Jul 05, 2024

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It’s time to pack your bags and book that trip—but can you actually survive traveling with kids? We’re here to spill all the details on what family travel is really like, from as young as 2 months old all the way through the toddler years.

In this episode, we cover:

The best age to fly with a baby (and the ones we’d rather forget)
Toddler travel hacks for airports, airplanes, and long trips
Tips for getting your baby or toddler to sleep while traveling
How to actually enjoy your evenings while away (yes, it’s possible)
Our favorite travel must-haves for kids that made life easier
Funny, chaotic family travel stories that will make you feel better about your worst travel day

If you’re planning a trip with your little ones—or recovering from one—you’ll laugh, cringe, and maybe even pick up a few family travel survival tips.

This episode is brought to you by Bag & Bougie, offering high-quality bags and purses for every occasion and stage of your motherhood journey. Use code BTW15 for 15% off your order!

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2.7: Apparently Your Period Shouldn’t Suck? Menstrual Cycle Health, Fertility & Nutrition Tips Jun 28, 2024

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What if your period didn’t have to be miserable every month? This week we’re joined by Nicole, a nutritionist and menstrual health expert, who blew our minds with the truth about menstrual cycle health.

She taught us how your cycle is actually your 5th vital sign—and how tuning into it can transform not only your health, but also your ability to get pregnant.

We talk about:

Why periods don’t need to suck (seriously!)
How to track your menstrual cycle to better understand your body
Nutrition tips for each phase of your cycle
How stress and hormones may be affecting your fertility
Real, practical ways to support your body during your cycle

If you’ve ever felt like your period runs your life, or you’re trying to conceive and want to know how your cycle really works—this episode will change how you see your body.

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2.6: What the F*ck Did My Toddler Just Say?! Potty Training, Big Kid Beds & Toddler Chaos Jun 21, 2024

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This week, we’re talking little people, big transitions. From the nightmare that is potty training, to the milestone (and meltdown) of big kid beds, to all the wild, unfiltered sh*t toddlers say in between—because being a toddler mom is not for the faint of heart.

In this episode, we cover:

The chaos of potty training and why it tests every ounce of patience
Moving to big kid beds (aka, why no one sleeps anymore)
The funniest, weirdest, and most WTF toddler quotes we’ve ever heard
Why toddlerhood is equal parts exhausting and hilarious

If you’re in the trenches of toddler tantrums, transitions, and unhinged one-liners—this episode is for you.

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2.5: Moms Unfiltered with Marlie Cohen (@kale_and_krunches): Postpartum Fitness, Mom Life & Instagram Truths Jun 14, 2024

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This week we’re joined by Marlie Cohen (@kale_and_krunches)—mom of 2, fitness expert, and creator who’s all about keeping motherhood real.

We talk about:

Making the decision to have 2 vs 3 kids
Why it’s so important to take care of your body before and after birth
Marlie’s favorite tips and tricks for postpartum support and recovery
What it’s like to navigate motherhood in the “picture-perfect Instagram era”
Why Marlie feels so strongly about sharing her life in full—the good, the bad, and everything in between

If you’ve ever struggled with the pressure to “bounce back,” questioned whether to grow your family, or felt weighed down by Instagram motherhood perfection—this unfiltered conversation is for you.

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2.4: Will I Ever F*cking Sleep Again? Baby Sleep Training, What Works & What Doesn’t Jun 07, 2024

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Sleep is like that hot guy at the coffee shop—you want it desperately, but you can’t have it. As a mom, all you want is sleep… but it feels impossible.

In this episode, we’re getting brutally honest about baby sleep, sleep training, and what actually works. We’ve tried it all—and now we’re spilling the truth.

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