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    Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting (BFP)

    Getting a big fat positive pregnancy test (your BFP!) is just the beginning of a wild, emotional and often funny ride into parenthood, and “Big Fat Positive” is here for you through it all. On this weekly podcast, hosts Shanna and Laura share their pregnancies and parenthood in real time, starting at just eight weeks pregnant.

    They tell hilarious true stories, tackle tough parenting topics, share favorite tips and products, explore the wild and wacky corners of parenthood, and bring in expert guests for trustworthy insight on pregnancy, babies, mental health and more.

    Whether you’re newly pregnant, navigating life with a newborn or deep into the parenting years, “Big Fat Positive” offers a smart, supportive mix of laughter, honesty and evidence-based information, plus the feeling of having two best mom friends in your corner, reminding you you’re not doing this alone.

    New episodes are released every Monday.

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    Copyright: © Laura Birek, Shanna Micko

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    Latest Episodes:
    Botox, Tandem Nursing and More: Ask-Us-Anything Minisode #10 Dec 20, 2023
    Show notes

    In this special bonus episode, Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about getting botox as a mom, parenting strengths and weaknesses, tandem nursing, the importance of routines for your child when they get a new sibling and more.


    If you have a question for an upcoming Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, email us at contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com, or reach out on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok!


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey podcast is hosted by Laura Birek and Shanna Micko and produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

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    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Parenting With Migraines - Ep. 285 Dec 18, 2023
    Show notes

    In the special segment "Loose Ends," Shanna and Laura give updates on topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including life with a kitten, sleep after ear-tube surgery, after-school restraint collapse and much more! Also, Laura reports on her four-year-old's participation (or lack thereof) in a recent theater production at his school, and Shanna discusses the challenges of parenting while having migraines. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    My Kid Is Scared of Shots. What Do I Do? - Ep. 284 Dec 11, 2023
    Show notes

    Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of mortifying things our kids do in grocery stores, the lengths we go to to get out the door with our kids and more! Also, Shanna reports on the challenge of getting her 4-year-old vaccinated, and Laura talks about achieving a significant parenting milestone. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    When Your Child Refuses to Participate - Ep. 283 Dec 04, 2023
    Show notes

    In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Laura and Shanna explore the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, including unexpected emotional outbursts about TV time, Target trips, telepathy and more. Also, Laura is befuddled when she discovers that her four-year-old has been refusing to participate in his theater class, and Shanna is overwhelmed by her daughters' aversion to socks and homework. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Should You Pierce Your Child's Ears? - Ep. 282 Nov 27, 2023
    Show notes

    When Shanna's 7-year-old asks to get her ears pierced, Shanna considers all her options, including Claire's Boutique, local piercing parlors and more, and Laura celebrates her 4-year-old's artistic triumph when he draws a very detailed, albeit spooky, creature. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells the story of the time in sixth grade when her mom accompanied her to her flute audition for district honors band. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Bonus: Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide Nov 22, 2023
    Show notes

    Shanna and Laura give you a head start with your 2023 holiday shopping by sharing some of their favorite, tried-and-true gift ideas for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, partners, grandparents and more!


    Whether you are looking for big-ticket items, stocking stuffers, or anything in between, we've got you covered. To see our entire gift guide, including items we weren't able to cover in this episode, visit https://bigfatpositivepodcast.com/gifts


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    When Your Kid Says Their First Swear Word - Ep. 281 Nov 20, 2023
    Show notes

    Laura hits a parenting milestone this week when she hears her child use a swear word for the first time and must think on her feet to appropriately handle the situation, and Shanna attends parent-teacher conferences for her 4- and 7-year-olds and is caught off guard by the information she receives. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Laura tells a dramatic and hilarious tale of vacationing on the Jersey Shore with her family as a teenager. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Reclaiming Your Identity Beyond "Mom" - Ep. 280 Nov 13, 2023
    Show notes

    In part two of the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about how to reconnect with yourself after becoming a mom, important questions to ask potential babysitters, VBACs vs. C-sections and more! Also, Shanna talks about recharging her batteries (literally and figuratively) on a weekend trip to the mountains without kids, and Laura reports on a long-awaited makeup trip to Disneyland with her family and her mom. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Should You Have a Baby If You're Not Thriving Financially? - Ep. 279 Nov 06, 2023
    Show notes

    In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Shanna and Laura answer listener questions about extended breastfeeding and weaning toddlers, trying to conceive when finances are tight, when to start gentle parenting with your infant and lots more! Also, Laura reports on taking her sons to see "Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie" in the theater, and Shanna gives an update on how she handled the softball-team-mom situation that she talked about in Episode 275. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


    Helping Kids Overcome Fears (Halloween Edition) - Ep. 278 Oct 30, 2023
    Show notes

    Laura and Shanna get in the Halloween spirit with a very spooky version of "Stump the Moms" (or should we say "Stump the Mummies"), in which they quiz each other with Halloween-related trivia questions about costumes, candy, creepy movies and more! Also, Shanna reports on taking her daughters to see a movie in the theater for the very first time, and Laura talks about how she is helping her 2.5-year-old handle his fear of scary Halloween decorations in the neighborhood. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 4.5 and 7.5 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    This episode's show notes can be found here.


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


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