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Big Fat Positive podcast episode 131: How to Build a Community as a New Parent

How to Build a Community as a New Parent – Ep. 131

Shanna talks about the big surprise she had at 5:45 a.m. and discusses her toddler’s first haircut. Laura bemoans her painful week of pregnancy and marvels at the sweet phrases her toddler has started saying. Also, Shanna and Laura interview Karen Stoteraux and Kim-Lan Dovan from The Family Room about how to build connections and […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 130: Postpartum Birth Control, Toddler TV Time and Hot Tub Rules

Postpartum Birth Control, Toddler TV Time and Hot Tub Rules – Ep. 130

In the segment “Loose Ends,” Laura and Shanna give updates on topics they’ve left hanging in previous episodes, from whether Laura has reinstated TV time for her toddler, to what Shanna has done with her frozen embryos and more! Also, Laura wonders if her fetus is growing in spurts, and Shanna agonizes over her toddler’s […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 129: Our Favorite Mom Hacks

Our Favorite Mom Hacks – Ep. 129

Shanna and Laura introduce a brand-new segment called “What the Hack?” in which they talk about all their favorite mom hacks. They discuss everything from tricks to calming newborns to potty training tips and more! Also, Shanna rejoices about finally solving her toddler’s early morning wakings, and Laura bemoans her toddler’s skipped naps. Finally, they […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 119: Tips for Beating Pregnancy Reflux

Tips for Beating Pregnancy Reflux – Ep. 119

This week, Shanna reports on her toddler’s feisty confidence and tiffs with her sister, and Laura shares tips on how to beat pregnancy reflux. Also, in the segment “Mom Wins!,” Laura tells a tale of her ninja-like instincts that saved her toddler a trip to the ER, and Shanna recounts the time she attempted to […] Read More
Big Fat Positive podcast episode 107: Toddler Separation Anxiety: Struggles and Snuggles

Toddler Separation Anxiety: Struggles and Snuggles – Ep. 107

Shanna talks about the ups and downs involved in her toddler’s most recent bouts of separation anxiety and sleep regression. Laura reports on her toddler’s new ability to retell his favorite books and their fun adventure playing in the river in Fresno. In the special segment, “It Takes a Village,” Laura and Shanna ask for […] Read More