
Ep. 103: Our Mom Instincts Saved Lives
June 22, 2020
In the segment “Mom Wins,” Laura and Shanna each tell a harrowing tale of how they used their mom instincts to save their babies. They also share some lighter and more hilarious mom wins that they have had recently. Also, Laura reports on her toddler’s new climbing skills, and Shanna talks about her pediatrician’s advice about cutting dairy from her toddler’s diet. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s toddler is 17 months old, and Laura’s toddler is 16 months old.
Show Notes:
- Jon Klassen Hat Box* Three really strange and adorable books for kids about animals and their hats.
- Crayola Bathtub Paint Brush Pens* This kept Shanna's 4-year-old and toddler busy for HOURS
- Boo-Boo Bunny* A cute way to help your kids ouchies!
(*denotes affiliate link)
Listen Now:
This episode's sponsors:
Peanut
Peanut helps you meet like-minded moms and moms-to-be.
Peanut provides a safe space for mothers, expectant mothers and those trying to conceive to build friendships, ask questions and find support.
Visit peanut.app.link/bfp or find it on your app store.
ReadyGen
Generate Life Sciences’ ReadyGen screens for over 200 genetic conditions that are manageable with diet, medication, or other therapies. It also analyzes your child’s response or sensitivity to over 40 medications.
BFP listeners get $100 off both tests with promo code ReadyGen100 at https://generate.com/readygen/
Medtronic
As an expecting mother, you should feel empowered to advocate for yourself, and the best way to do that is to be informed. Visit protectingnewmoms.com to learn more about technology that’s available to protect against retained surgical sponges during childbirth.
Raising to Rise
Raising To Rise is a podcast about the parents, educators and mentors of kids who made it to the top of their game. Check out Season 1 on Apple Podcasts.
March of Dimes
March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit fighting for the health of all moms and babies. To learn more about action you can take to help prevent birth defects, visit marchofdimes.org/BigFatPositive