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Big Fat Positive podcast episode 292: What I Wish I'd Known: Pregnancy, C-Sections and Mental Health

What I Wish I’d Known: Pregnancy, C-Sections and Mental Health – Ep. 292

In a brand-new special segment called “Dear Past Me,” Laura and Shanna give pregnancy and parenting advice to their past selves, including words of wisdom about celebrating pregnancy, recovering from c-sections, knowing what to expect in the hospital after giving birth and more. Also, Shanna checks in on her kids’ never-ending winter break, and Laura […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 196: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: Laura's Story

Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: Laura’s Story – Ep. 196

In Part Two of their “Big Topic” segment on postpartum depression and anxiety, Laura and Shanna talk about Laura’s experience with undiagnosed PPA and PPD after the birth of her son. Also, Shanna talks about filling out a questionable preschool application, and Laura reports on her family’s most recent trip to Disneyland and the parenting […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 195: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: Shanna's Story

Postpartum Depression and Anxiety: Shanna’s Story – Ep. 195

In Part One of their “Big Topic” segment on postpartum depression and anxiety, Laura and Shanna talk about Shanna’s experience with PPD and PPA after the birth of her second daughter. Also, Laura talks about how she handles her one-year-old’s early-morning wakeups, and Shanna reveals her temporary solution to her three-year-old’s night wakings. Finally, they […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 168: Transitioning Your Toddler From Crib to Bed

Transitioning Your Toddler From Crib to Bed – Ep. 168

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