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.. more

A podcast between two first time dads going through the journey of pregnancy and fatherhood. It is a live inside look on the current thoughts of the hosts, not a look back. As long term friends who don't take themselves too seriously, humor is mixed with sincerity on important topics related to fatherhood. These are real, working, beer drinking men who don't claim to be experts but want to be good dads and help other dads succeed along the way.  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

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.

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

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

Most women struggle with their transition into motherhood. So, I created the 'Oh Baybee!' podcast to help pregnant women successfully give birth and transition from bump to bundle. Hi! I'm Stephanie Poole. In this podcast I'll not only tackle the basics of childbirth postpartum and breastfeeding, but I'll also spend time on the less talked about but much needed conversation on mommy-care. In this podcast, I reveal tried and true tips, tricks and strategies that'll make your transition into motherhood, easy like Sunday morning. Before you know it, you'll be the envy of your birthing circle. Ok Mama. Let's jump right in. Let me help you prepare for birth...Like A Boss! 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

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

Raising awesome kids takes help. NPR has science and experts to get you through the toughest parenting moments. Updated every time we have Life Kit episodes on parenting.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit . Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit more

Andrea Olson of Go Diaper Free explains elimination communication - the concept of pottying your baby, as early as birth - which is what people have done for all of human history and in today's world where there are no diapers. She makes it easy to integrate EC into your modern lifestyle as a new parent, demystifies how to know your baby needs to go, how to take them to the toilet instead of primarily relying on the diaper, and makes EC approachable, accessible, and fun, for all parents...whether part-time, with or without diapers, and in any region of the world. Contrary to popular marketing messages, diapers are tools, not toilets, and babies are ALL born 'ready' to use the toilet. Learn how to connect with your baby on this very natural level with Andrea's expert guidance, and experience the freedom of a life without dependence upon diapers, a life without traumatic toilet training, a life where your baby gets a head start on developing motor skills, communication, and learning by prioritizing this age-appropriate skill (0-18 months). EC honors your baby's dignity and makes parenting THAT much easier! Stop changing blowouts...and learn how to listen to your baby's requests for good hygiene. Learn more at godiaperfree.com. (PS - Andrea also occasionally covers potty training, for those of you who find us after 18 months.) more

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

Overwhelmed by all the contradicting baby & toddler sleep advice you're getting? Put down that pile of books and step away from the crazy Facebook group. You're in the right place. From dropping the swaddle to jumping out of the crib and everything in between, The Snooze Button with Brittany Sheehan Sleep is your one stop shop for everything you ever wanted to know about baby & toddler sleep. Always honest, always relatable, and usually with a sense of humor, we will tackle it all.Interested in working with Brittany one on one to solve your child's sleep issues? Head to our site to learn more about sleep services:https://brittanysheehan.com/ 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

Survive the twin pregnancy and thrive as a father of twins

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

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

While You Were Napping is a podcast about parenting, family, and our experience as parents (so far). Every episode is recorded during one of our son's naps. 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

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. 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 make the best decisions to support your families overall health and wellness with a faith filled foundation. You can expect weekly episodes on faith, nutrition, mindset, busting myths about your health and everything in between from me, a 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.  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