Ep. 168: Transitioning Your Toddler from Crib to Bed
In the special segment “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about everything from postpartum depression, to solid foods, to c-sections and vaginal births and more! Also, Shanna talks about her two-year-old’s transition out of the crib and into a big bed, and Laura discusses the intrusive thoughts that plagued her after her […] Read More
Ep. 139: Laura’s Surprise VBAC Birth Story
Laura had her baby! In this episode, she talks about how it all went down, including whether she ended up having a VBAC or repeat C-section. Also, Shanna discusses her surprising decision about her toddler’s potty training. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s toddler is 2 years old, and Laura’s […] Read More
Ep. 134: Unsolicited Advice, Parent Preference and More
In the segment “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about everything from dealing with unsolicited advice from family members to whether Laura will be going for a VBAC or planned C-section. Also, Laura talks about expressing and collecting colostrum in advance of giving birth, and Shanna reports on her daughter’s two-year sleep […] Read More
Ep. 122: Should I Have a VBAC?
This week, Laura considers having a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), and she reports on her conversation with her OB-GYN about the option. Shanna discusses her toddler’s new favorite vocabulary word and her emerging interest in using the potty. Also, in the segment “What I Googled This Week,” Shanna and Laura reveal the odd, hilarious […] Read More
Bonus: DIY Haircuts and Giving Birth Alone: Coronavirus Made Us Do It
In part seven of their “Momming During Coronavirus” bonus series, Shanna reports on her quarantine haircut and how sheltering in place with her kids has made her desperate for alone time, and Laura describes how outside time with her toddler has been crucial in getting through the long days. They also include more listener stories […] Read More
Ep. 52: Stump the New Mom!
Shanna and Laura battle it out in another exciting round of “Stump the New Mom,” in which they quiz each other with pregnancy- and baby-related trivia questions! Also, Laura talks about going to a new “Mommy and Me” class, and Shanna discusses the dreaded moment that her baby rolled over in her Baby Merlin’s Magic […] Read More
Ep. 32: Laura’s Breech Baby Birth Story
In this week’s Big Topic, Shanna and Laura dive deep into a very exciting event… Laura’s c-section delivery of her baby boy! Also, Shanna reports on her attempts to improve her newborn’s sleep with the SNOO smart bassinet, and the new moms reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna is four weeks postpartum, […] Read More
Ep. 30: Milk, Milk Baby
Shanna reports on her numerous attempts to increase her breast milk supply, and Laura discusses a bizarre injury and her baby’s nursery. In this week’s special segment, “What I Googled This Week,” Shanna and Laura divulge what they asked the internet about recently. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is […] Read More
Ep. 29: Life’s a Breech
Laura reports on the status of her breech baby, and Shanna discusses her newborn’s struggle to gain weight. In the segment “They Said What?!”, Shanna and Laura talk about what shocking and frustrating things people have said to them recently about pregnancy and breastfeeding. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura […] Read More
Ep. 28: Shanna’s C-Section Birth Story
In this week’s Big Topic, Shanna and Laura dive deep into the highly anticipated event… Shanna’s delivery! Also, Laura reports on her baby shower and discusses her birth plan for her breech baby. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is 35 weeks pregnant, and Shanna is no longer pregnant! View […] Read More