What if you and your best friend were pregnant at the same time? That's what happened to us! Big Fat Positive is a smart and funny podcast about two best friends who found out they were pregnant at the same time. The show follows the moms-to-be on their journey through pregnancy and into new motherhood, week by week. With weekly check-ins, special guests and segments such as 'OMG I'm Freaking Out,' hosts Shanna Micko & Laura Birek recount the often hilarious and always honest highs and lows of being a pregnant woman and new mom. Episodes 1 to 32 deal with pregnancy. Episode 33 and on deal with new parenthood. Tune in wherever you are on your journey! New episodes are released every Monday. more

Commencing your parenting journey is a big life changer and in this podcast I share tips and strategies to help and inspire you so you can build confidence in your parenting and forge a magic bond with your little one. Getting started as a mum is often a lonely, daunting journey and many feel alone and unsupported and lack a support network or village. For more than two decades, Helen Thompson has made it her mission to fill this gap and support mums as a childcare educator and more recently as a baby massage instructor. In every single value-packed episode, Helen will be your guide, sharing ways to help you in areas including postpartum, breastfeeding/lactation, self-help and healing your body and mind after giving birth so that you can learn ways to relax and gently ease into your parenting journey. It's a mix of interviews and solo shows from Helen you're not going to want to miss. Hit subscribe, and get ready to change your life. more

A resource to support expecting moms (and partners, too!) with evidence-based information to navigate the awesome adventure of pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent. Vanessa Merten provides evidence based info that goes way beyond the typical 'pregnancy instruction manual'. Every episode is designed to give you all of the evidence, research, pros, cons, risks, and benefits all so you decide what the best option is for YOU and feel confident about your decisions during your pregnancy and beyond. The show covers everything from pregnancy to caring for a newborn. Topics include prenatal care, labor, natural birth, hospital birth, cesarean birth, preparing for your baby, breastfeeding, postpartum, and caring for a new baby. This is your evidence-based resource to help you make informed decisions about your pregnancy and your baby. more

We educate and entertain expectant mothers and those hoping to become pregnant. Each episode features a panel of pregnant women, at various stages and trimesters, as well as experienced moms and experts. Together they explore topics aimed to embrace pregnancy and encourage women to pursue their individual childbirth choices. more

Whoever said that babies don't come with instruction manuals never met Laura and Jennifer, the Moms on Call.

Join us as we guide new mothers through their baby's first year of life. Newly postpartum moms celebrate the excitement of becoming new parents, as well as the emotional and physical struggles of recovering from childbirth and caring for a newborn baby. more

My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She's a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting. When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn? Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more.First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives. We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents.Sarah Trott & Esther Gallagher xo more

When you are thinking about having a baby and or experiencing life as a first time mom, it's so difficult to know where to even start looking for answers. Our host, Whitney Rowell, founder of Miracle Milkookies, taps into all of the resources she wishes she had access to as a first time mom, to create a safe place for you to come and listen in on conversations that are sometimes uncomfortable, or tough to bring up. This podcast, Message from Mom, is here as a resource for you! more

🎙️ Welcome to Oh Baybee! — The Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding Show That Tells It Like It Is. 🤰🏽Pregnant and freaking out just a little? You're in the right place. 👋🏽I'm Stephanie Poole — bestselling author, certified doula, and lactation consultant — and I created Oh Baybee! because no mom should have to Google her way through birth and breastfeeding. This is the raw, real, no-fluff podcast for pregnant women who want expert guidance without the overwhelm. ✨ Every week, we're breaking down what actually works — from birth prep and breastfeeding hacks to postpartum survival tips your OB probably forgot to mention. 😊You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you'll leave every episode saying, 'Whew — I've got this.' 👍🏽Because you do. 📲Hit subscribe and let's make this your most empowered, informed, and unforgettable birth journey ever. Oh, baybee — you were made for this.✨😊💖 more

All about the struggles, surprises, joys, and exhaustion of birth and birthwork.Sharing stories about birth, birthwork, and everything it entails - infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, labor and delivery, bottle feeding, breastfeeding & relactation, self-care after birth, sex to get pregnant and after kids, birth options, to medicate or not to medicate, adoption, midwife vs hospital, and running a successful birthwork business. more

Is your baby ready to start solid foods but you're feeling overwhelmed or confused about baby-led weaning? Babies can eat so many more foods than we give them credit for and you don't have to force-feed or spoon-feed to get them to eat real food!I'm Katie Ferraro, Registered Dietitian specializing in infant feeding and baby-led weaning. I'm a college nutrition professor and mom of 7, and my goal is to help you start solid foods safely using baby-led weaning.On this podcast I share practical tips on safe food preparation and starting solid foods, as well as in-depth interviews with other feeding experts. Listen to learn how you can get your baby to safely enjoy real food so that you can start enjoying mealtimes again too! more

Welcome to the Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, where we firmly believe in the power of education when it comes to giving birth! Tune in each week as we dive into pregnancy-related topics, expert interviews, and a variety of birth stories!As a reminder, anything you hear on this podcast should not be taken as medical advice, please see mommylabornurse.com/disclaimer for more info. more

Posptartum Depression is real. And it's only part of the story. We dig in to ALL of the stuff that no one tells you about, but you NEED to know. Dr. Kat, Psychologist and specialist in perinatal mental health, interviews moms, dads, experts and advocates about how to cope, manage and recover from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. We talk about postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety and SO MUCH MORE! We get real. We get honest. We put on our stigma crushing boots and address the realities of the transition to motherhood and parenthood. Learn about it before you find out about it the hard way! You don't have to suffer! www.momandmind.com more

We provide new parents with practical information to help preserve their sanity. Both moms and dads discuss common parenting concerns for their toddlers. With the help of our experts, parents get the superhero strength they need to tackle the world, and the next dirty diaper. more

Embark on a transformative journey through motherhood with the Entering Motherhood podcast, hosted by Sarah Marie Bilger. As a mom of two, wife, certified birth and postpartum doula, and passionate advocate for intentional motherhood, Sarah Marie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every episode. Join us as we delve into mindful healing, holistic parenting practices, and reflective exploration of generational impacts. From preconception to postpartum, Sarah Marie guides us through intentional conversations, sparking curiosity and empowerment during pregnancy, birth, and the often-overlooked postpartum period. Our mission is to equip you with the tools you need to heal, thrive, and embrace motherhood while staying true to your own individual identity. Join us as we empower you to become the mother you aspire to be, with confidence and authenticity! more

It's a place for any mom who would dare to believe for a supernatural childbirth, Pain free and full of Gods presence... but this is also a place for real talk with real moms. Authentic, loving Jesus, raising our kids, living life to the fullest, and enjoying the journey...TOGETHER! Welcome mama! more

Ever notice how much information there is out there on what's best for your baby? Trying to sort through it all might leave you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated to say the least. This show is dedicated to helping you clear out the noise so you can figure out what is best for YOUR baby and YOUR family.We are here to share information and give practical tips to help you get through baby's first year and beyond. If you're looking to learn more about your baby, gain more confidence in your parenting, and get as much sleep as you can through it all, you've come to the right place.  more

Did you wake up this morning and say to yourself, 'I am totally prepared for this parenting thing.' Yeah, me neither and I am a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and mom to two boys. The thing is, each and every one of us are designed as the perfect parents for our child from God and it is normal to feel UNPREPARED for the huge task at hand. We were actually meant to be unprepared so that we can find out strength in God! Cue Perfectly Unprepared. The goal of the podcast is to help you navigate motherhood and raise healthy and happy kids through focusing on supporting the two most important systems of our body, our nervous system and our blood sugar, with a faith filled foundation. You can expect weekly episodes from me, Dr. Dakota, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who takes a holistic approach to you and your families health and most importantly, a mom who is also on a journey to creating true health and happiness for our family as well. more

We often enter motherhood envisioning joy, nurturing, peace, and love. But the reality can blindside us. Nobody tells us about Mom Rage, overstimulation, intrusive thoughts, or other mental health struggles. Unfortunately, when we seek help, we might face a lack of support, a system that doesn't put moms first, and a world that turns a blind eye to the challenges of motherhood. We're here to change that. We believe that moms deserve access to community, support, and mental health literacy. If you're struggling with motherhood, you're not alone and you're not failing. On The Momwell Podcast, host and psychotherapist Erica Djossa teaches strategies to help you cope with the psychological and emotional load of motherhood and prioritize your mental health and wellbeing. Erica shares the best kept secrets of the therapy world and interviews other professionals (psychologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, fertility specialists, lactation consultants, and more!) who provide their expertise to empower you on your motherhood journey. more

A society and culture podcast exploring current ​events, pop culture, politics, trends, and more ​through candid interviews and solo episodes. Whether it's ​dissecting the latest ​headlines, delving into ​cultural phenomena, ​or exploring the ​intricacies of modern ​parenting, Laura Max ​brings her signature ​empathetic approach ​to every episode. more