Matt and Becca take you along on their pregnancy journey by sharing the good, the bad, and the...gross? Join The Bristows as they navigate their journey into parenthood in raw, relatable, and lighthearted weekly episodes.
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The Bristows Made a Baby podcast is an absolute joy to listen to. Becca and Matt's journey through pregnancy is not only relatable, but also incredibly comforting. As someone who has gone through pregnancies themselves, it was so nice to follow along with Becca and hear about her experiences. The hosts have such calming voices that make it easy to relax and enjoy each episode. It's clear that they are meant to do podcasts, as they have a natural knack for storytelling and sharing their story with all the intricate details.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the banter between Matt and Becca. Their back and forth dynamic is so fun to listen to, especially if you've been following Becca on YouTube or Instagram for years. Becca's personality shines through in every episode, making her incredibly relatable and down to earth. The episodes are lighthearted yet filled with valuable knowledge about pregnancy, making it a great listen for anyone expecting or planning on having children in the future.
While there aren't many negatives about this podcast, one slight downside is that it will soon come to an end with the third season. It's sad to think that there won't be any more episodes to look forward to after following along for so long. However, this is easily outweighed by the excitement of welcoming their new baby into the world. Additionally, some listeners may find that certain topics covered in the podcast may not resonate with them personally, but this can be expected as everyone's journey through pregnancy is different.
In conclusion, The Bristows Made a Baby podcast is an informative and entertaining listen for anyone going through pregnancy or planning on starting a family. Becca and Matt's genuine personalities shine through in every episode, making it easy to connect with them on a personal level. While it may be sad when the podcast comes to an end, it's gratifying knowing that their new baby will be joining their family. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking for a relatable and informative journey through pregnancy.
In this episode, Becca recaps weeks 25 & 26 of her pregnancy. These two weeks had the overarching theme of surrender. Becca discusses two major breakthroughs that occurred during these weeks of her pregnancy where surrendering her feelings brought her to a place of gratitude and acceptance. She also dives into her thoughts on weight during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.
In this episode, Becca covers weeks 22-24 of her pregnancy as she jumps straight from a Hawaiin vacation to moving. Becca also discusses some aches and pains she is experiencing and begins going to her favorite prenatal yoga class again. She also highlights a date night with Matt that goes terribly wrong.
This week, Becca discusses weeks 20 & 21 of her pregnancy as she finally reaches the halfway point. In this episode, Becca also discusses the stress of beginning their move to a new home in addition to a quick get away to Hawaii with Matt.
In this episode, Becca recaps weeks 18 & 19 of her pregnancy. The Bristow's are preparing to move to their new home in these weeks and at the beginning stages of packing. Becca also highlights some of the growing pains she begins to feel and discusses some of the things she has implemented to counteract the pain.
In this week's episode, Becca recaps weeks 16 and 17 of her pregnancy. Things are moving right along as she slowly enters the "honeymoon" phase of pregnancy and the first trimester fog begins to lift. Becca details an OB appointment this week and processes her disappointment at having another hospital birth.
In this week's episode, Becca recaps weeks 13, 14 and 15 of her pregnancy. First trimester symptoms are finally beginning to ease up just in time for the beginning stages of showing her home for an upcoming move. Becca also discusses the details of a crazy world news event that hit much too close to home during these weeks of her pregnancy.
In this episode, Becca overviews her first trimester with baby number four. As always, the first trimester was extremely difficult and Becca discusses the mental and physical challenges of her first few months of pregnancy.
In this week's episode, Becca starts a new season by discussing how she found out she was expecting Baby #4. Matt and Becca reflect on their reactions and how they feel about growing their family.
In this episode, Becca and Matt welcome Baby Bristow #3 and cover the details of Becca's birth. They discuss everything from the final OB appointment to more adventures with castor oil and all the similarities and differences between the births of their three children. They also reveal the gender of this baby which was a mystery to them until birth.
In this episode, Becca and Matt discuss the final two weeks of Becca's pregnancy. The two highlight all the fun and not-so-fun moments they shared while anxiously awaiting baby #3 including a trip to the hospital. Becca also tries a variety of labor inducing methods including the famous Eggplant Parmesan, a labor smoothie and the Miles Circuit.
In this week's episode, Becca discusses weeks 37 & 38 of her pregnancy. Becca shares some updates on how she is feeling as she reaches the very end of pregnancy and a surprising test result from her OB leaves her feeling dissappointed. She also shares some exciting life happenings including some last family of four adventures and details of her beautiful Blessingway to welcome baby #3.
In this episode, Becca and Matt discuss weeks 35 & 36 of Becca's Pregnancy. Becca is on the tail end of a cold and the couple discusses back pain, belly size and the arrival of some new stretch marks. Becca also begins to experience a few contractions as the end of her pregnancy gets much closer!
In this episode, Becca discusses weeks 32-34 of her pregnancy including a visit with her Doula and a killer sunburn. Becca is then joined by a special guest, Lily who is both a labor & delivery nurse and a doula. Lily shares her extensive knowledge on birthing in a hospital setting and gives advice on how to prepare mentally and physically for birth.
In this episode, Becca and Matt discuss weeks 30-32 of Becca's pregnancy. Becca details all of her vein troubles including a few helpful hints she has discovered to make the varicose veins more manageable. Becca also gives an update on her Lovenox injections and shares some excitement about getting closer to the end of the third trimester and the full birth prep part of pregnancy!
some of her beginning third trimester symptoms and the couple discuss a health scare that resulted in the cancellation of some big travel plans.
In this episode, Becca recaps weeks 26 & 27 of her pregnancy. She discusses how she started to incorporate some of the Spinning Babies daily move stretches. Becca also highlights a new OB appointment including her glucose test and dives into the different options for glucose testing. These weeks also included a major life update as she began serious work on her new mindful eating course launching now!
n this episode, Becca recaps weeks 24 & 25 of her pregnancy. Becca is then joined by Hannah, a mom of three who shares the unique birth stories of each of her three babies and the progression towards her dream birth with her third.
In this week's episode, Becca and Matt discuss weeks 22 & 23 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat about how the pregnancy is progressing and discuss caffeine in pregnancy. Becca also details her most recent OB appointment and recaps details on her 20-week ultrasound.
In this week's episode, Becca discusses week 21 of her pregnancy including a new symptom and a traumatic event at her farmhouse. She also hosts a new guest, Anahi who shares her birth story. The two discuss the differences with birth in the U.S. vs abroad and the importance of the postpartum healing period.
n this week's episode Becca and Matt discuss weeks 18-20 of Becca's pregnancy. Becca finds the light at the end of the tunnel with first trimester symptoms and starts working towards her goal of staying active this pregnancy. They also discuss the return of some not so great second trimester symptoms and a sweet family milestone.
In this week's episode, Becca discusses weeks 15-17 of her pregnancy including a few new symptoms and life updates. She also has on another special guest to share her unique and inspiring birth story.
In this week's episode, Becca discusses week 14 of her pregnancy including her current symptoms and how she is starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. She also has on a special guest to share a really incredible, inspiring natural hospital birth story.
In this episode, Becca and Matt recap the first trimester with baby #3. They discuss first trimester symptoms, cravings, how things look different with this pregnancy and their first OB appointment.
Becca and Matt are back with season 3! They are expecting baby #3 this summer and can't wait to document this pregnancy journey yet again and bring you all along for the ride. In this episode, they discuss how they found out Becca was pregnant, if they were trying, age gaps between their kids, Becca's symptoms, and what to expect this season! Connect with Becca HERE: Becca's Instagram Oils + Wellness Instagram Becca's YouTube Channel Read Becca's Blog
In this episode, Matt and Becca share the birth story of their sweet baby girl Hadley. They share all of the details of her birth from start to finish - including why she came early, how her birth went, and how it was the complete opposite of what they were planning for. You know what they say, birth is unpredictable!
Surprise! Our sweet little girl has made her debut and shocked us with an early arrival! We can't wait to share her birth story with you, but first - let us bring you up to speed and discuss the last few weeks of Becca's pregnancy, including symptoms, more home birth prep, and maybe some early labor signs?
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 33 of this pregnancy. They share how the baby is growing and developing, chat about Becca's ongoing symptoms, as well as how her latest midwife appointment went, including a question she's been afraid to ask her midwife. Becca also shares how the impatience is really starting to set in as she gets closer to the end of this pregnancy.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 31 and 32 of pregnancy. They chat about how they baby is growing, all of Becca's new symptoms as she gets closer to the end of pregnancy, how they need to make a last minute provider switch, and their excitement surrounding the new year.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 30 of this pregnancy. They share how the baby is growing and developing, Becca's current symptoms and what she's carefully monitoring, a super informative discussion she had at her latest midwife appointment, plus how Becca has started to prepare & gather supplies for the upcoming home birth.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 29 of this pregnancy. They share how they baby is growing and developing, plus Becca's current symptoms - including one of her most intense ones yet - likely a consequence of over-doing it with the move in the midst of the holiday season.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 27 and 28 of this pregnancy. They chat all about something they've been gearing up for for a while now - the big move to their new home! They share all about how the moving process went, of course Becca's symptoms and baby's progress, and lastly a pretty terrifying experience they had on one of the last nights in their old house.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 25 and 26 of this pregnancy. They discuss baby's growth and development, how Becca is feeling, and how she totally over did it. They also share about the beginning of a new adventure - packing up to move to a new house!
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 23 & 24 of this pregnancy. They share how baby is growing and progressing, about their family trip to Florida, and how it went traveling with a toddler and a pregnant Becca. Lastly, Becca fills you in on her most recent symptoms, and how she's feeling with her due date now feeling more on the horizon.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 22 of this pregnancy. They chat baby stats, about some of their worst jobs, plus all about one of the greatest mysteries of this pregnancy - and maybe of Becca's life overall. They also share about how Halloween looked a bit different this year, and a date night they were pumped to be able to enjoy. Our Journey to Baby #2 + Finding Out I’m Pregnant VIDEO Our Pregnancy Announcement VIDEO Becca’s YouTube channel Becca’s Instagram Oils/Wellness Instagram Becca’s BLOG Becca’s compression stockings Gender Reveal VIDEO
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 21 of Becca's pregnancy. They share how the baby is developing, Becca's current symptoms, how her latest midwife appointment went and the discussion she had about trying to avoid something she experienced with her first birth. They also share all about their gender reveal, and whether or not they are having a baby boy or a baby girl!
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 20 of their pregnancy with baby #2. They share what's going on with baby's growth and development, their thoughts on how their big 20 week anatomy scan went, and lastly their major potty training fail.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 18 and 19 of this pregnancy. They cover baby stats, the consequences of being a little too busy and overextending a bit too much, an update on the vein situation, plus (finally!!) a rebound for Becca.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 18 of this pregnancy. They share current baby stats, details of Becca's latest midwife appointment, as well as her latest symptom, one in which she's never experienced before: varicose veins. She explains what they are, what it's like living with them, and whats she's doing to keep them under control until the baby is born.
In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 15 and 16 of this pregnancy. They chat baby development milestones, a promising turnaround on symptoms, a major item checked off Becca's to-do list, and an early morning fail.
In this week's episode, Becca and Matt discuss the happenings of the 14th week of pregnancy. They discuss a medication mistake, Becca's first work trip in a while, and a new symptom she's never experienced before in pregnancy. They also share a bit of a traumatic story with one of their beloved chickens, but never fear - there is a happy ending here!
Welcome back to the Bristows Made a Baby podcast! In this weeks episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 13 of this pregnancy. They discuss symptoms, what made them think Becca's carrying a boy, a blood draw fiasco, plus their first appointment with their new midwife! Our Journey to Baby #2 + Finding Out I'm Pregnant VIDEO Our Pregnancy Announcement VIDEO Becca's YouTube channel Becca's Instagram Oils/Wellness Instagram Becca's BLOG
Welcome back to The Bristow's Made a Baby podcast! In this episode, Matt and Becca discuss the remainder of the first trimester, weeks 9-12, of their pregnancy with baby #2. They share more on Becca's symptoms and being somewhat laid up, the pros and cons of having a busy summer during this time, and their first ultrasound where they saw the baby's heartbeat for the first time! Our Journey to Baby #2 + Finding Out I'm Pregnant VIDEO Becca's YouTube channel Becca's Instagram Oils/Wellness Instagram Becca's BLOG
Welcome back to season 2 of The Bristow's Made a Baby podcast!! In this debut episode, Matt and Becca discuss weeks 4-8 of their pregnancy with baby #2. They share how they found out, alll of Becca's symptoms (hint: not great) as well as discuss the miscarriage they had before conceiving their rainbow baby. Our Journey to Baby #2 + Finding Out I'm Pregnant VIDEO Becca's YouTube channel Becca's Instagram Oils/Wellness Instagram Becca's BLOG
In this episode, Matt and Becca share the second part of baby Hayden's birth story - from when they arrived at the birth center through Hayden's birth, and everything that happened before they headed home with baby girl for the first time.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca share the first part of baby girl Hayden's birth story. They discuss the week leading up to when Becca's labor started, some of the natural labor induction methods Becca tried, their impending induction plans if baby girl did not arrive before 41 weeks 6 days, as well as Becca's early labor experience before heading to The Birth Center.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 40 of Becca's pregnancy. They both hoped they'd have a baby instead of a weekly update this week, but turns out Baby Girl Bristow is rather cozy at the moment. They chat baby stats, Becca's symptoms, and how she is struggling with being "overdue." They also share about their latest midwife appointment, a potential false alarm, and what would happen if Becca was still pregnant at 42 weeks (hint: induction).
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca have a double dose for you! AKA a recap of weeks 38 and 39 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat baby stats as well as all of Becca's new symptoms during this two-week period (there are a lot!). They talk about one of the biggest let downs during this pregnancy, and how Becca was more bummed about it than she anticipated she would be. Becca also shares a pretty hilarious (and I guess, embarrassing?) moment that was there very first 'false alarm.'
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 37 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat baby stats, share mom symptoms, and go over Becca's new and ongoing symptoms this week. They share how they had their first "is this happening?" moment when they both thought Becca might be going into labor, and the crazy nesting session that ensued. Becca also shared her GBS results, as well as that she finally started packing her "hospital" aka birth center bag.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 36 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat baby and mom stats, Becca's new symptoms as of this week, their most recent midwife appointment & Becca's experience getting 'checked' for the first time...and how baby girl reacted. They also share a nursery update, all about getting their carseat installation checked, and a very important question they asked Becca's mom.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 35 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat baby stats, Becca's new symptoms, and how they can't believe they are at the 35 week mark. They also chat about their midwife appointment, give an update on the new birth center construction, their breastfeeding class, a very cheesy (literally) date night, and Becca shares about her boozy recurring dream as of late.
In this week's episode, Matt and Becca discuss week 34 of Becca's pregnancy. They chat baby stats, mom symptoms, and Becca shared which new ones she is experiencing this week. They also discuss all of the things that went on during this busy week - maternity shoot, newborn care class, nursery organization, hypnobabies, and more! Becca also talks about how all of this baby prep and nursery decorating is starting to overwhelm her.
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