
Ep. 268 – Period Products and Playgrounds of the Past
August 21, 2023
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In the special segment “Today I Learned,” Laura and Shanna dive into the fascinating topics of period-product research, playgrounds of the past and more! Also, Shanna reports on her efforts to reclaim some parts of herself that have been absent lately, and Laura talks about her four-year-old’s last week at preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s kids are 4.5 and 7 years old, and Laura’s kids are 4.5 years old and 2.5 years old.
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Show Notes:
- Fussy Baby Network Laura talks about the Fussy Baby Network in the "Today I Learned" segment on this episode. Call the Fussy Baby Network for free help if you are struggling with your infant's crying, sleeping, or feeding.
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