Newbies: New Moms, New Babies
Join us as we guide new mothers through their baby’s first year of life. Newly postpartum moms celebrate the excitement of becoming new parents, as well as the emotional and physical struggles of recovering from childbirth and caring for a newborn baby.
1
Nap Transitions: How Do You Drop a Nap?
How does this impact the naps you have scheduled throughout the day? How much sleep does your baby really need, and how does this change along with their overall development?
37 min
2
The Truth About Baby Poop
What should you expect within the first few weeks of birth? What do the different colors mean? What should you do if your baby is constipated?
31 min
3
Postpartum Mental Health: Baby Blues
It's called the baby blues, and it's a temporary condition many women experience within the first few weeks of birth. So, what are the common symptoms and how do you know if your condition is more severe?
31 min
4
Surviving Postpartum: What's My New Identity?
Who are you, now that you're a mom? How do you shift between caring for yourself, your partner and this new little being that just came into the world?
38 min
5
Adopting a Newborn
How do you know if adoption is right for your family? What are some of the challenges you may face when adopting a newborn?
47 min
6
Coping With Milestone Anxiety
What if your baby’s not rolling by the time your friend’s baby did? Or what if she’s a late talker or walker? At what point should you actually seek help?
41 min
7
Healing from Birth Trauma
Sometimes unexpected events during childbirth can wound a new mother.
42 min
8
Postpartum Mental Health: Postpartum Anxiety
What are the symptoms, and how does it differ from other postpartum mood disorders? And how can this condition impact a mother's ability to care for her child if gone untreated?
37 min
9
Delayed Postpartum Depression: Expectations
What happens when our expectations aren't fulfilled? How can that lead to depression and fears of failure as a new mother?
36 min
10
Delayed Postpartum Depression: Toddler Transitions
We'll explore some tips to help give you more structure to help both you and your child feel more secure.
35 min
11
Container Babies: The Danger of Infant Restrain...
We're learning all about the concept of "container babies" and the potentially harmful effects it could have on your child's development.
30 min
12
Setting Boundaries As a New Parent and Sticking...
How do you identify boundaries that work best for your family?
32 min
13
The Best Sleep Environment For Your Baby
Knowing the best sleep environment for your baby will not only keep them safe, but it will result in better sleep so both you and baby can be well-rested.
31 min
14
Your Baby's Boogers, Snot and Colds
It's hard to know exactly what to do when your little one's fever is rising and they can barely breathe because they're so congested.
35 min
15
Keeping Your Baby Safe in the Water
How can you help you your baby be comfortable — and safe — in the water?
39 min
16
Fontanels: Soft Spots on Your Baby's Head
What are those soft spots that most new parents are afraid to touch?
30 min
17
Your First Period After Having a Baby
What happens after your baby is born? What should you expect with those first few periods after pregnancy?
36 min
18
Should You Swaddle Your Baby?
How do you successfully swaddle your baby? What type of swaddles typically work best?
36 min
19
Responsive Feeding Through the First Year — And...
What are typical cues moms should be aware of? What does responsive feeding look like after a baby starts eating solids?
31 min
20
Baby and Toddler Friendly Party Ideas
Today’s episode is all about baby and toddler friendly party ideas!
26 min
21
Expert Tips for Baby Proofing Your Home
Pretty soon your kids will be following you around the house and getting into anything and everything, so you’ll need to make sure their environment is safe.
27 min
22
Can a 'Dream Feed' Help Your Baby Sleep Longer?
What is a dream feed? How do you do it? And when should you stop?
24 min
23
Hiring a Postpartum Doula After Welcoming Your ...
Some women opt to hire a postpartum doula to help during the first few days or week of having their baby home.
38 min
24
The Best Ways to Save for Your Baby's Future
What are the different types of education savings plans? What are the benefits to starting early?
42 min
25
Practical Family Travel Hacks
Let’s chat about spring vacations with littles!
35 min