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Ep. 4 Holiday Traditions! How We’re Redefining Them As A Family Dec 16, 2025

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Happy Holidays ladies!! I thought it would be fun to ring in the pre-holiday cheer by talking all things "traditions"- ones our family did when I was young, ones I've done since having kids & new traditions I'm starting this year to hopefully last decades to come.
I talk about starting small and staying flexible—my goal of picking three to five traditions that travel well through busy seasons- because we do NOT need to try to do it all (us moms are superheroes regardless). I've learned it's the simple, repeatable traditions that build real connection without the stress spiral.
I also felt it was necessary to touch on holiday anxiety. As joyous as this time of year can be, it can also be shared with sadness, loneliness, & loss. So if this year doesn't feel as you were hoping- I'm sending you a big hug through this episode.

More On What I Cover:

• reflecting on childhood traditions and identity
• naming anxiety and loneliness during the holidays
• replacing pressure with presence and intention
• yearly ornament ritual and tree decorating night
• mini-tree hack for kids and core memory moments
• matching pajamas, signature breakfast, baking night
• sponsoring a family and blending cultural recipes
• light walks, markets, donations, and gratitude circles
• choosing three to five traditions and staying flexible
If you're still looking for last-minute holiday gift ideas, HERE is a link to my gift guides to help you find something for your friends, family, partner, kids, or yourself!

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Ep. 3 My First Trimester Diaries Pt. 2 (Weeks 9-13) Dec 11, 2025

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My inbox and dm's are ALWAYS open for any questions or support. I love hearing from you xx Tayla

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Ep. 2 My First Trimester Diaries Pt. 1 (Weeks 4-8) Dec 09, 2025

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Ladies, this week I'm dropping TWO mini episodes diving into my first trimester, week by week- pfew I'm so glad those days are now just a distant memory.

The earliest weeks can feel like a secret storm, so I'm opening my personal diary to show the weather. From the moment the test turned positive at four weeks, the symptoms arrived FAST—nausea out of nowhere, insomnia that almost nothing could solve, and a burst of anxiety fueled by dreams of twins (?!) I recall each week with honesty and humor, using those fruit-size milestones for grounding while sharing the small hacks that kept me moving minute by minute.
Nausea kicked in on schedule at week six as we flew to Europe, then stacked with boat motion and jet lag. Hormonal bloat challenged body image, so we reframed: you’ve been here, it peaks and passes. Gentle movement, sun on the face, and getting dressed turned out to be medicine. I also walk through the medical backstory—shortening cervix, one past cerclage, and why I started progesterone early this time. The update is good: solid cervical length, less fear, more data. Mood swings showed up too, including a short burst of pregnancy rage, the kind you laugh about later but are terrified of in the moment...
Food aversions collided with relentless hunger in week seven, making crackers and chips an essential survival mechanism. By week eight, coffee turned into a hard no just as exhaustion peaked, forcing a return to basics: protein, hydration, pacing, and permission to rest (A LOT). The payoff arrived in a dark ultrasound room when we heard the heartbeat and watched a raspberry-sized baby wiggle like a jelly bean. That sound recentered everything, turning symptoms into signs of progress and replacing dread with gratitude.
We’re keeping this mini-series focused—weeks 4-8 now, with weeks 9-13 coming Thursday!—so you can follow the real changes without the fluff. If you’re navigating early pregnancy or supporting someone who is, you’ll find practical tips, candid stories, and the reassurance that even the wildest weeks won’t last forever. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs it, and drop your questions so I can weave them into the next chapter.

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Ep. 1 Surprise! Baby #3, The Failed Vasectomy & Why I Swore I Was Done Dec 04, 2025

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Ep. 1: They say "never say never," but I really meant it when I said I was done at two kids. In the very first episode of The Milk, I’m spilling the biggest secret I’ve been keeping: I’m pregnant with Baby #3!

Join me as I take you through the absolute chaos of the last few months. We are talking about a vasectomy appointment that was canceled due to a "system error" (you literally cannot make this up), why I thought my pregnancy symptoms were a reaction to margarita mix, and the genuine shock of seeing that positive pregnancy test after finally getting our lives back in order.

I also get real about the fear of postpartum depression, the guilt of adding another seat to the table, and how we went from "absolutely not" to "one more." If you’re a mom in the thick of it, debating another baby, or just here for the tea - let’s get into it.

In this episode, we cover:

The "Heat Rash" that turned out to be a baby.
The story of Scotty’s vasectomy that almost happened.
Navigating the transition from 2 kids to 3.
Dealing with previous postpartum depression and the fear of starting over.
How we told our family (and the "Don't Kill Mommy and Daddy" sign).

Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Welcome to The Milk: Spilling the tea on motherhood.

01:50 – The Disclaimer: Why I swore I was done having kids.

04:30 – The Vasectomy Story: The hospital gown, the jockstrap, and the "System Error."

08:15 – The "Itch": When the cloud lifted and life got easier.

12:10 – The Symptoms: Margaritas, heat rash, or pregnancy?

14:30 – The Test: Verbal diarrhea and total shock.

18:00 – Telling the Husband: "Momma has a baby in her belly."

23:15 – The Europe Trip: Traveling with morning sickness and secrets.

26:00 – Telling the Family: The "Don't Kill Us" sign.

30:00 – Q&A: Are we done-done?

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THE MILK: The Magical and Messy Moments of Motherhood (Trailer) Dec 01, 2025

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Welcome to The Milk — the podcast that pours it all out. Hosted by Tayla Burke, mom of (almost) three, The Milk is your new go-to space for the messy, magical, and mildly unhinged moments of motherhood and womanhood.

This trailer gives you a taste of what to expect: real talk, honest stories, zero judgment, and a reminder that none of us really know what we're doing - and that’s kind of the best part.

If you’re a mom looking for:
• relatable motherhood stories
• raw conversations
• postpartum truth
• pregnancy journeys
• parenting humor
• mental load survival
• community, comfort, and connection

…you’ve found your new home.

Subscribe now for weekly episodes that remind you you're not alone, you're not crazy, and you're doing way better than you think.

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