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Traveling with a breastfeeding baby or toddler can be anxiety provoking for any parent. What are some great tips to help you thrive during long road trips? Or how about traveling on a plane? What supplies are absolutely necessary and what can you leave at home? Plus, some advice about crossing state lines and visiting different cultures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motherhood changes you. Your body, your brain, your relationships, your priorities — sometimes even your sense of who the fuck you are. In this episode, Florence gets brutally honest about the reality of becoming a new mum, from postpartum anxiety and breastfeeding to body changes, sex after birth and the pressure to somehow “bounce back”. We get into: The enormous identity shift that comes with becoming a mother Postpartum anxiety, mental health and why we need to talk about it Breastfeeding, body changes and the judgement new mums face Sex after birth, low libido, pain and learning to listen to your body How social media can affect postpartum body image Returning to work and the reality of corporate parental leave The wildly different ways motherhood can make you feel — from depletion and loss to empowerment and love Plus, we hear from our community about what motherhood changed for them and why there is no such thing as “bouncing back”. Because you don't go back to who you were before. You become someone new. As always, we love hearing what you have to say - let us know, share your stories and be sure to follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@comecurious⁠⁠⁠ and DM us your questions, stories and voicenotes! Follow Florence ⁠⁠⁠@florencebark⁠⁠⁠ and learn more about her community @matrescene.collective Follow Reed ⁠⁠⁠@reedamberx⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to the September Q&A! Today we kick things off with your answers to the question, “What did people say when they found out you were planning a home birth?” From being told you're putting your baby in danger and that you'll end up in the ER to family members questioning your midwife, calling you brave, or even threatening to tell your husband not to let you, you had a lot to say.Then we get into your questions. One mother is seven weeks pregnant after a 12-week miscarriage earlier this year that resulted in significant hemorrhage and an ambulance transfer. Her midwife has recommended a miscarriage prevention protocol that includes baby aspirin, progesterone cream, and supplements. Is there evidence that these interventions prevent miscarriage after a single loss, and are there additional considerations when there's a history of hemorrhage?Next, a mother who recently had her first baby at home noticed that her baby's umbilical cord was quite short, making it difficult to bring her baby fully up to her chest during her water birth. She's considering a free birth in the future and wants to know whether having a short cord once makes it more likely to happen again, what determines cord length, and whether a short cord poses any particular risks during birth.Then, a listener asks about a home birth she recently attended where the mother pushed for two to two and a half hours, her contractions eventually stopped, and the baby was not descending. The mother ultimately transferred to the hospital, but could rest have been another option? We discuss what it means when contractions stop during pushing, when a long second stage becomes concerning, and what might help labor get going again.Quickies this month include suddenly resenting your pets after having a baby, homeschooling, tandem breastfeeding a newborn and three-year-old, normal pumping output, pacifier use while breastfeeding, C-section after a traumatic shoulder dystocia, measuring three days behind on an early ultrasound, trying again after miscarriage, weaning from exclusive pumping, showering and self-care postpartum, postpartum anxiety improving around nine months, postpartum care after stillbirth, sleep versus exercise versus sunlight, postpartum depression and anxiety in fathers, grounding yourself during anxiety, and whether postpartum depression is more likely to recur with subsequent babies.Call us with your questions, comments or stories at 802-GET-DOWN!#385 | The Lindsay Clancy Case: Postpartum Psychosis or Psychiatric Drug Reaction? with Dr. Roger McFillinPostpartum Psychosis: The Signs, Risks, Symptoms and RecoveryLivestream: Should we homeschool? Ask a Mom whose family thrived.**********Send us Fan Mail Support the showAccess our workshops: Have a Physiologic Birth in the Hospital and Ultrasound: The Research vs RhetoricNeeded

Breast milk fountains have hit the runway and for someone who self-identifies as ‘not a fashion girlie’, Jessie Stephens has never been more on trend.Holly's algorithm has decided it’s time for her to bounce up and down in fitted lycra. We question if it’s ever okay to film during an exercise class and shared some lived experiences that could be used as evidence for why the answer to that question should be ‘no’.Plus, two years on, the ‘Cornell Seven’ case has been reopened. A civil lawsuit, a reopened investigation and a fraternity group chat have women around the world furious, and Jessie Stephens asks why this story has struck such a nerve. Please note, this segment discusses sexual violence.Also, one of the smartest women in the world has a problem with the phrase "I really love reading". We speak about whether ‘reading’ is a hobby and if Mary Beard has a point, or if this is snobby and purist, and puts up a barrier to entry for non-avid readers. If you have experienced sexual assault and are in need of support, please call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Help is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also contact Bravehearts for counselling and support for survivors of sexual abuse on 1800 272 831, Lifeline for 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention, or, if you’re the partner of a person who has experienced sexual assault, you can contact PartnerSPEAK on (03) 9018 7872 for peer support for non-offending partners. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. The You Beauty hosts have bundled together their all-time favourite beauty products and two Mamamia subscribers are winning the lot. Subscribe to Mamamia to be automatically entered to win. Current subscriber? You're already in the draw. T&Cs apply. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Victoria Beckham C-word Investigation Listen: A School Holiday Reckoning & The 'Wifecore' Queen of the VMAs Listen: What Makes You Rich & Do I Have ‘Ferritin Face’? Listen: Is It Just Us, Or Does Everyone Sound Exactly The Same? Listen: Ed Sheeran’s Disastrous Tour & The Return Of That Celebrity Sex Rumour Listen: Meghan’s ‘Hi Moms’ & Harry’s Favourite Uncle Enters The Chat Listen: King Charles' Four Damning Words & The Patrick Clancy Mistake Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. Check out the Mamamia Out Loud newsletter. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: 'I went to Cornell University. Here are the rules women learn before we're old enough to drink.' 'I never thought twice about breastfeeding in public. Then this happened.' ‘I'm a serial gym-quitter. This is how I finally started enjoying exercise.’ A message went out to Cornell fraternity brothers at 1.42am. Look at what happened next. What Would A Woman Do To An Unconscious Man If She Thought No-One Would Find Out? THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is weaning from breastfeeding supposed to feel this hard? Maybe you're ready to stop, but your baby isn't. Maybe your baby seems ready, but you're the one having a hard time letting go. Or maybe you thought you'd feel relieved… and instead you feel sad, guilty, weepy, or all over the place. In this episode, I'm talking about why weaning can feel so emotional, what is happening with your hormones, and how to make the process easier for both you and your baby. We're also talking about one BIG breastfeeding and weaning weight-loss myth that I hear all the time. Inside this episode, we cover: ✨ Why weaning can bring up grief, guilt, and sadness ✨ What happens to prolactin, oxytocin, estrogen, and progesterone as you wean ✨ Why gradual weaning can be easier physically and emotionally ✨ How to replace the connection of a feed instead of just removing it ✨ What to do if your baby gets upset when you drop a feed ✨ How to lower the risk of engorgement, clogged ducts, and mastitis ✨ Signs your baby may be ready to wean ✨ Signs YOU may be ready to wean ✨ The common weaning and weight loss myth debunked One thing I really want you to remember: You can know that weaning is the right decision and still feel sad about it. Those two things can coexist at the same time. ❤️ And whether you breastfed for a day, a week, a month, a year, or two years, that took work. You did something really hard and should be proud.

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastSPONSOROriginal Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. This week we're giving away Scrumptious Baby Cream, Hair and Body Baby Wash and Tahitian Hair Oil! Enter at The Badass Breastfeeder social media channels! Your thyroid can impact many functions in your body, including your milk supply.  How do you know if you have thyroid issues?  And how common is it to have thyroid issues during or after pregnancy?  Listen in today as Dianne and Abby discuss thyroid issues, how it can impact your milk supply and what you can do about it.  If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:Where the thyroid idea came from [6:10]What does the thyroid gland do [8:00]What is hyperthyroidism? [10:47]Post partum thyroiditis [19:00]How does this affect milk supply? [24:40]What can be done? [27:00]Supplements [29:24]Symptoms mirror postpartum symptoms [30:40]Things to look for [33:00]   Things we talked about or Episodes we think you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/120-is-your-baby-using-you-as-a-pacifier/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/medication-safety/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/  Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012) courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes

Vaginal Dryness, Burning, Irritation, Painful Sex, and even Urinary Symptoms. These problems are common when estrogen levels drop. But you don't have to live with them. Menopause isn't the only time it happens. Breastfeeding moms can experience many of the same symptoms as estrogen levels remain low during lactation. In this MamaDoc-only episode, we'll talk about vaginal estrogen: what it is, how it works, the different ways to use it, and how it differs from systemic hormone therapy. We'll talk about the safety, how much actually gets into your bloodstream, and the questions women often have about using it during menopause and while breastfeeding. If things feel a little, or a lot, different down there, this is the episode for you.

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Eczema is incredibly common in babies and children, but what if the skin is only showing us part of the story? In this episode, Dr. Morgan MacDermott sits down with holistic nurse, clinical herbalist, and pediatric eczema practitioner Abbie Bradford to unpack the many factors that can contribute to eczema and why there isn't one universal cause or solution. They discuss the connection between eczema, gut health, food allergies and sensitivities, the microbiome, antibiotics, C-sections, breastfeeding, environmental exposures, and mold. Abbie also explains why the last thing that happened before a flare isn't necessarily the root cause, when food-based topicals may be problematic for babies, how to think about probiotics and stool testing, and which practical changes parents can start with at home. They also cover mold testing, breastfeeding and elimination diets, allergy testing, topical care, red light, bathing, and why some children may eventually "grow out" of eczema without actually addressing what was happening underneath. Most importantly, this conversation gives parents a framework for thinking about eczema without getting overwhelmed by the endless list of possible triggers. Rather than chasing one cause, Abbie explains how to look at the whole picture and identify the factors that may be contributing to a child's individual presentation.00:00 Trailer + Introduction02:47 Why Eczema Is More Than a Skin Problem06:00 How Common Is Childhood Eczema?09:40 Eczema Is a Symptom, Not the Root Cause11:00 Can Food-Based Lotions Make Eczema Worse?13:28 Vaccines, Immune Reactivity & the “Bucket” Analogy19:42 Are Food Allergies Causing Eczema?21:44 When Baby Rashes Are Normal vs. Concerning23:09 The Gut-Eczema Connection25:47 Mold & Environmental Triggers32:04 How to Test Your Home for Mold38:00 Why Indoor Mold Can Become a Problem40:32 Can Eczema Happen Even Without Antibiotics or Medical Interventions?42:54 Probiotics & Gut Testing for Eczema44:16 Tiny Health vs. GI Map: What Parents Should Know47:55 When Probiotics Can Make Eczema Worse49:57 Gut Healing, Herbs & Why “Killing” Too Soon Can Backfire54:44 The First Things Parents Can Do at Home61:01 Breastfeeding, Elimination Diets & Cow's Milk Protein Allergy67:57 Will My Child Grow Out of Eczema?72:17 Are Allergy Tests Helpful?74:36 Topicals, Red Light & Caring for Eczema-Prone Skin77:21 Bathing, Moisturizing & Why It Depends79:23 Final Thoughts for ParentsResources From This Episode: Check out Abby's Website - https://www.myvibranthealth.net/Follow Abby on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_abbiebradford/ERMI Mold Dust Test - https://moldtesting.com/IEP (Indoor Environmental Professional) List - https://iseai.org/iep-list/Tiny Health Stool Test - https://tinyhealth.myshopify.com/?rfsn=8737966.461e18&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8737966.461e18Evivo Probiotic - https://www.evivo.com/ION Biome Gut Support - https://intelligenceofnature.com/products/gut-health-supplementCheck out Free to Feed on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/free.to.feed/Dairy Free Breastfeeding Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/dairyfreediet.breastfeeding/ Lumebox Red Light Therapy Device, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER - https://thelumebox.com/pages/lb68/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=3&affid=4336&discount=healthyasamotherpodcastActive Skin Repair - https://shop.bldgactive.com/discount/HEALTHYMOTHERAlba Un-Petroleum JellyDr. Morgan's Pediatric Sickness CourseHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreDr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond

Dr. Carole Keim explores the many ways families can build their childcare village right at home, from mother's helpers and babysitters to professional nannies and au pairs. She begins with practical guidance for welcoming anyone into your home to care for your baby, including communicating family rules and boundaries, reviewing safe sleep practices, preparing for emergencies, and considering health precautions. Dr. Keim also explains why infant CPR and first aid training can be so valuable for parents and caregivers, especially as babies begin eating solid foods and becoming more mobile.Dr. Keim then welcomes Carson Wagner, founder of Lifetime of Love Nannies, to explain how professional nanny care can be customized around a family's schedule and needs. Carson discusses consistent and backup care, sick-child care, newborn overnight support, care for children with additional medical needs, and the ways nannies, family assistants, and household managers can take child-related and household tasks off parents' plates. Later, former au pair and local childcare consultant Marion Marcotte joins Dr. Keim to explain how the au pair program works, including work-hour limits, living arrangements, childcare responsibilities, screening, and the matching process. Marion also shares why communication, family dynamics, cultural exchange, and realistic expectations are so important when choosing an au pair who will live with and become part of a family's day-to-day life. Key Moments00:00 Mother's helpers, babysitters, and finding an extra set of hands02:29 Setting family boundaries, safe sleep expectations, and household rules03:42 Health considerations when caregivers and family visit your baby07:23 Infant CPR, first aid, and preparing caregivers for emergencies10:44 Meet Carson Wagner and learn how professional nanny care works14:20 Creating consistent care for families with regular or changing schedules15:57 How nannies, family assistants, and household managers can help21:25 Newborn overnight care and support for children with additional needs27:05 What is an au pair? Understanding live-in childcare and responsibilities29:16 Deciding whether an au pair is a good fit for your family31:22 Screening, driving, background checks, and au pair program requirements35:13 Finding the right match through communication, expectations, and personality__About Carson Wagner:Carson previously worked in childcare and with special needs children, where she noticed a huge demand for childcare that accepts ALL children, no matter where they come from or what their capabilities are. She started Lifetime of Love Nannies to give families quality, consistent care they can trust through her team of highly trained nannies. She would like to implement the prior knowledge she gained through her background in behavioral therapy and take the term "nanny" to a whole other level. All of the Lifetime of Love Nannies have different backgrounds and qualifications to meet your family's needs and give your kiddos the best care. 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In episode 88 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Elaine Abrams joins host Dr Michael Saag to discuss her career of research into vertical transmission of HIV and care for pregnant women, children, adolescents, and families. Dr Abrams is a Professor of Epidemiology and Pediatrics at Columbia University Medical Center and Senior Director of Research at ICAP at Columbia University in New York. An internationally recognized pediatrician, epidemiologist, and global health leader, she has more than 35 years of experience as a clinician, researcher, and public health practitioner in the prevention and treatment of HIV infection and associated infectious diseases. Dr Abrams and Dr Saag discuss the history and progress of preventing vertical HIV transmission and the impact of early studies like PACTG 076. They also discuss Dr Abrams's early work in Africa on HIV transmission and review the current understanding of breastfeeding and HIV transmission. They address the impact of the dismantling of USAID on global HIV prevention efforts and provide an outlook to the future for HIV elimination and global efforts.0:00 – Introduction 1:31 – First cases of vertical transmission of HIV and rates of transmission4:00 – Challenges faced during the early HIV epidemic in New York 9:16 – The landmark PACTG 076 study and its significance12:30 – Global expansion of HIV prevention efforts and treatment17: 03 – Engagement with HIV programs in Africa and lessons learned20:12 – Impact of program disruptions due to dismantling of USAID and future challenges24:47 – Current understanding of breastfeeding and HIV transmission28:44 – Future outlook for HIV elimination and global efforts__________________________________________________Produced by IAS-USA, Going anti–Viral is a podcast for clinicians involved in research and care in HIV, its complications, and other viral infections. This podcast is intended as a technical source of information for specialists in this field, but anyone listening will enjoy learning more about the state of modern medicine around viral infections.Going anti-Viral's host is Dr Michael Saag, a physician, prominent HIV researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and volunteer IAS–USA board member. In most episodes, Dr Saag interviews an expert in infectious diseases or emerging pandemics about their area of specialty and current developments in the field. Other episodes are drawn from the IAS–USA vast catalogue of panel discussions, Dialogues, and other audio from various meetings and conferences. Email podcast@iasusa.org to send feedback, show suggestions, or questions to be answered on a later episode.Follow Going anti-Viral on: Apple Podcasts YouTubeXFacebookInstagram...

We're back from spring break, Glimmer Girls and the holiday hangover is real.This week we're debriefing travelling with kids, the logistics of babies on planes, pram drama, road trips, and the beautiful realisation that the things that once looked so hard eventually just becomes kind of  normal. Naivety helps.Beth is deep in a particularly gritty six-month stage with the twins' very very (very) broken sleep, breast refusal, feeding changes and the emotional whiplash that comes with motherhood and some choices being taken out of our hands. Lil is in full spring-reset mode: wardrobes, toy rotations, baby clothes, the house, the whole damn lot. Plus the eternal question: how the hell do I dress myself? Tips please. We're reminded, two things co-exist. You can be deeply grateful and completely depleted. You can adore your children and not enjoy a particular stage. You can know you're doing a good job and feel like you have absolutely no idea what you're doing.RECIPE | RECCOMENDATION | REBUILDBeth: Slow and steady, getting back to Pilates, paying attention to her core and pelvic floor, and remembering that consistency counts.Lil: Well and truly off the bandwagon - but the house has had a little spring rebuild. Does that count? Lil's loving Beeji Hats -  cute, dorky, scrunchable and extremely durable and has an affiliate code if your little one needs a hat refresh LB20. And for the Mums IKKARI shower oils  because sometimes you want to be a sexy slippery seal without having to moisturise. Beth is recommending a watch The Five Star Weekend juicy, easy, relaxing viewing that won't haunt you after the kids finally go to bed. Jeans: Rolla's Gigi Barrel Jeans postpartum-friendly barrel-leg perfection. Green Goddess Salad  prep the salad and dressing separately and keep them in the fridge for an easy meal situation. And, as always, if you're enjoying Growing, please share it with a mum, leave us a review or pop us in your group chat. It genuinely helps us keep doing this little thing we love.

Remy updates us on his super important and "completely unexpected" work meeting. Scott lays into the girls for missing last week. Scott now has breast feeding videos in his Tik Tok algorithm and much more. Including another riveting trivia game from Remy. www.nonewfriendspodcast.com#lindsayclancy #breastfeeding #fantasyfootball

We know those first days of life are extremely important in developing your breastfeeding relationship with your baby. So, what happens when most of that time is spent recuperating inside a hospital? What is the hospital's role in the promotion of breastfeeding? Are hospitals doing enough or are some hospitals going too far to promote breastfeeding? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever given birth in a hospital, depending on where you live, you may have noticed that hospitals still put babies into a big plastic bins. Reaching your baby is hard, you can't keep a hand on them easily, and if you've had a c-section, it's almost impossible to even pick up your baby. And yet, year after year, it stays the same. But hopefully not for long. Joining me today is Dr. Kristin Tully who has taken ideas that started in her graduate work to develop a new bassinet that meets family needs in that critical post-birth period. Dr. Tully is a medical anthropologist and Research Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her expertise is engaging patients, family members, clinicians, and community members through mixed methods research to understand health priorities and co-generate solutions to meet their needs. Broadly, her program of work promotes quality care by addressing what people need to know, feel, and have happen to be safe and well. Dr. Tully founded Couplet Care, Inc to offer the Couplet Care Bassinet™ to hospitals and birth centers to enhance inpatient postpartum care. The overbed bassinet was designed with families and health care professionals to improve maternal-infant access, thereby improving safety, enabling responsive feeding, and increasing satisfaction. Dr. Tully is also Associate Faculty at Ariadne Labs, a joint center for health systems innovation at Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Dr. Tully at the University of North Carolina Couplet Care - https://www.med.unc.edu/obgyn/people/kristin-tully/ Dr. Tully's publications (Research Gate) - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kristin-Tully Postnatal Patient Safety Learning Lab - https://www.postnatalsafety.com/our-work 4th Trimester Project website - https://newmomhealth.com/

On today's listener series episode of the Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh welcomes Shelby  to share the story of her traumatic birth experience and the unexpected complications that changed her life forever. What began as a planned C-section due to placenta previa and cholestasis quickly became a life-threatening emergency involving severe hemorrhaging, multiple interventions, blood transfusions, and ultimately an emergency hysterectomy. Shelby later learned that placenta accreta was the underlying cause of her hemorrhage.Shelby opens up about the physical and emotional aftermath of her birth trauma, including the numbness and shock she experienced, the grief of losing her ability to have more children, the pressure she felt around breastfeeding, and the importance of getting support. She also shares how medication, her husband and family, and hearing other birth trauma stories helped her heal. Most importantly, Shelby reminds us that birth trauma doesn't simply disappear because a healthy baby came home—and that partners can experience trauma, too.In this episode, Shelby and Kayleigh talk about:

405: What actually happens when you cut carbs and eat only meat? Today I'm joined by Dr. Shawn Baker to break down the carnivore diet and why so many people swear by it. We talk about whether carbs are truly essential, constipation and digestion, inflammation, mental health, how to transition into carnivore, and whether you really need to eat protein right after a workout. Shawn also shares what his diet looks like nearly 10 years into eating carnivore and whether he still considers himself strictly carnivore. Topics Discussed: → Is there such a thing as “essential carbs”? → Benefits of the carnivore diet → Misconceptions about the carnivore diet → Constipation on the carnivore diet → Mental health → Inflammatory foods → Why someone would want to go carnivore → How to start out with the carnivore diet → How to consume meat if you have digestive issues → Common mistakes on the carnivore diet → Is there an optimum time to consume protein after a workout or is that all a myth? As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By: → Fatty15 | For 15% off the starter kit go to https://fatty15.com/digest Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:05:24 - Inflammatory Foods → 00:07:26 - Shawn's Journey to Carnivore → 00:12:14 - Constipation on the Carnivore Diet → 00:16:12 - Fiber and the Carnivore Diet → 00:17:38 - How Much Fat Should You Eat? → 00:19:16 - Are Carbs Essential? → 00:21:38 - Why Someone Would Go Carnivore → 00:26:42 - Digesting Meat and Fat → 00:29:24 - Ground Beef vs. Steak → 00:30:24 - Benefits of the Carnivore Diet→ 00:33:20 - Different Tiers of Carnivore → 00:36:34 - Sweeteners on the Carnivore Diet → 00:37:38 - Lifestyle Factors That Impact Health → 00:41:48 - How to Start the Carnivore Diet → 00:46:28 - Carnivore During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding → 00:50:18 - The Best Time to Eat Protein After a Workout → 00:51:42 - Debunking the “Anabolic Window” Further Listening: → 4 “Forbidden” Foods That Burn Fat | BOK Check Out Dr. Shawn Baker: → Website → Instagram → TikTok → YouTube → X (Twitter) Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book  → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Holly and Nathan Miller learned their baby was breech late in pregnancy, the unmedicated vaginal birth they had been preparing for suddenly felt out of reach. Living in rural South Georgia, they explored their options, including finding a provider experienced in vaginal breech birth, but ultimately faced limited choices close to home.   In this episode, EBB Childbirth Class graduates Holly and Nathan share how they shifted their focus from the birth they had originally envisioned to creating a family-centered Cesarean experience. They talk about advocating for a clear drape and immediate skin-to-skin, navigating conflicting information from providers, and finding ways to remain active participants in their baby's birth. They also reflect on Cesarean recovery, the importance of partner support, and what they learned about speaking up for their preferences even when circumstances were outside their control.   (01:27) Finding Evidence Based Birth® and Preparing for an Unmedicated Birth (03:33) When Birth Plans Began to Change (05:03) Navigating Birth Options in Rural South Georgia (07:51) Exploring ECV, Vaginal Breech Birth, and Cesarean (10:24) Shifting Toward a Family-Centered Cesarean (12:50) Advocating for a Clear Drape and Immediate Skin-to-Skin (15:10) Holly and Nathan's Cesarean Birth Story (17:43) What a Cesarean Felt Like Physically and Emotionally (22:03) Meeting Eliana and Beginning Skin-to-Skin (25:31) Breastfeeding and Recovering from a Cesarean (28:53) Partner Support During Postpartum Recovery (30:09) Advice for Navigating Breech Birth and Unexpected Changes (31:53) Looking Ahead to a Future VBAC   Resources EBB 256 – Top 3 Recommendations for Preventing Pelvic Floor Dysfunction after Birth with Dr. Sarah Duvall, Founder of Core Exercise Solutions All About Breach EBB 299 – A Breech Vaginal Birth Story with EBB Parents Naoma Kleisner, RN, MSN and Mohamed Koraichi EBB 298 – Overcoming Barriers to Breech Vaginal Birth with Dr. Emiliano Chavira, OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist EBB 297 – Frequently Asked Questions about Breech with Dr. Rebecca Dekker and Sara Ailshire, MA EBB 296 – Evidence on Breech Birth with Dr. Rebecca Dekker and Sara Ailshire, MA EBB 173 - Evidence on External Cephalic Version for Breech Positioned Babies EBB 172 – Breech Vaginal Birth with Dr. Rixa Freeze and Dr. David Hayes EBB 171 – The Experience of a Unique Vaginal Breech Birth with Janae and Andrew Rick EBB 111 – Positioning Breech Babies with Dr. Elliot Berlin

Hey Doc,You can stop breastfeeding.You can stop pumping.You can know all of the benefits, have enough milk, have a baby who breastfeeds well, and still decide:I don't want to do this anymore.I know that can be an especially complicated decision when you're a physician.We know the evidence. We know the recommendations. We know exactly what we're “supposed” to do.And when you're already spending hours away from your baby because of work, breastfeeding can become the thing.At least I can do this for her.That was part of my experience with my daughter.I was making enough milk, but barely. If I didn't drink enough water, missed a meal, or skipped a pumping session, my supply would drop and I'd spend the next few days trying to catch up.Everything revolved around producing enough milk.I made it eight months.I wanted to make it a year.And eventually I had to admit that breastfeeding was taking a significant toll on my mental health.So I stopped.And the relief was almost immediate.In this episode, I'm sharing part of an older conversation from the Mom & Mind podcast because I know there is a physician mom somewhere who needs permission to make the decision that is right for her, her baby, and her family.We talk about:How breastfeeding prolonged my postpartum anxietyWhy pumping felt like its own special form of torture

In this episode, Lori Feldman-Winter, MD, MPH, FAAP, discusses how pediatricians can reduce racial disparities in breastfeeding. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Alexander Fiks, MD, FAAP, and Kristin Ray, MD, MS, FAAP, about telemedicine use in primary care for children. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Is it okay to breastfeed other people's kids? These ladies are doing it. 

Breastfeeding twins is a completely different experience from one baby to the next, and there is no one right way to do it. In this episode, we're talking with Andrea Stanton, a mom of three and longtime How2Mom client, about her real, unfiltered feeding journey with her twin boys. We cover what it was like starting in the NICU at 33 weeks, the early days of pumping and donor milk, and how she and Stephanie both found their way through nipple pain, low supply worries, and the pressure to make it look effortless.What you'll hear:What triple feeding newborn twins actually looks like in the first few weeks, and why it can feel like survival modeWhy tandem feeding twins works beautifully for some moms and not at all for others, and how to figure out what fits your familyHow a weighted feed and the right lactation consultant became the turning point for both Andrea and StephanieWhat shifted once they stopped treating breastfeeding as all or nothingWhy donor milk, formula, and breast milk can all be part of the very same feeding story, without any of it meaning something went wrongAndrea Stanton is a mom of three, including twin boys born at 33 weeks, and a How2Mom client who generously opened up about her breastfeeding journey for this episode.If anything in this conversation feels familiar, we want you to know support is here. Our lactation services offer one on one guidance for exactly these moments, and our online lactation class is there if you'd rather work through the basics at your own pace before baby arrives.Links:Blog post for this episode: https://www.how2mom.com/breastfeeding-twinsLactation Services: https://www.how2mom.com/h2m-services/lactation-counseling/Online Lactation Class: https://www.how2mom.com/courses-and-events/online-lactation-class/Birth Doula Services: https://www.how2mom.com/h2m-services/birth-doula-services/Postpartum Doula Services: https://www.how2mom.com/h2m-services/postpartum-doula-services/Website: https://www.how2mom.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/how2mom/Thank you so much for listening to the Mom2Mom Podcast! This podcast is meant to empower women and bring the community together through storytelling and education. Here, you will find encouragement, support and community. We are your community. And we're so happy to have you!Join the email list to be notified when episodes go live HERE! Please also make sure  to comment, share and subscribe! xoxo, StephanieLet's Connect:Website (how2mom.com) Instagram (@how2mom)Facebook (@how2mom)TikTok (@how.2.mom)Twitter (@how_2_mom)Linkedin (@how2mom)Pinterest (@how2mom)YouTube (@how2mom)

We all have personal stories that help shape our breastfeeding journey. Today you'll meet Miriam Valdez who tragically lost her second child within the first month after birth. Miriam shares her experience breastfeeding through pregnancy and the loss of her newborn baby. Plus, learn how continuing to breastfeed her older toddler helped Miriam heal from this difficult situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Latinx Breastfeeding Week, taking place September 8-14, I sat down with Vanessa Morones, a perinatal program manager, WIC breastfeeding peer counselor, and co-chair of LATCH (Latina Chicana Task Force) and the Latinx Lactation Collaborative.We talked about why La Semana de la Lactancia exists, the predatory history of formula marketing, the myths and creencias many of us grew up hearing, and how to normalize extended and tandem breastfeeding in our own families. I also open up about my own relactation journey and what it taught me about the power (and vulnerability) of this experience.For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode172What you'll hear:Why Latinx Breastfeeding Week was created and how it connects to Hispanic Heritage MonthThe history of predatory formula marketing and how it shaped generational breastfeeding beliefsCommon myths and taboos in Latino families - el susto, "se te va a secar la leche," and moreThe real barriers Latina mothers face today, from returning to work to lack of culturally responsive resourcesHow to wean gently, what long-term breastfeeding really means, and why there's no shame in however a mom chooses to feed her babyResources Mentioned:Latinx Lactation CollaborativeLATCH (Latina Chicana Task ForceGlobal Health Media ProjectWIC breastfeeding peer counseling programsThe PUMP ActSupport the showLove this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Apple podcasts.Follow Viva la Mami on Instagram @vivalamamiJoin the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Viva la Mami newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you won't miss a thing!Visit the Viva la Mami Websitewww.vivalamami.com

ADHD can look very different in women and motherhood: hormonal shifts, pregnancy, and postpartum can dramatically change how those symptoms show up. In this episode, we're joined by integrative ADHD specialist Dr. Carrie McMillin to unpack the ADHD brain, including executive function, task initiation, working memory, hyperfocus, dopamine, and emotional regulation.We dive into how estrogen and progesterone interact with dopamine throughout the menstrual cycle, why some women notice more ADHD symptoms during the luteal phase, and what can happen during pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. McMillin explains why the postpartum period can be especially challenging, including the effects of the dramatic estrogen drop, prolactin, breastfeeding, sleep deprivation, and the increased demands of caring for a baby.We also discuss how to distinguish ADHD from normal motherhood overwhelm, anxiety, and sleep deprivation; how ADHD is diagnosed in adults; medications and supplements; iron, B vitamins, L-tyrosine, and other potential supports; the importance of building systems around your individual executive-function struggles; and why small sources of genuine joy can be an important part of supporting your brain.Finally, we talk about perimenopause, irritability and PMDD, caffeine, screen time, and practical ways women with ADHD can work with their brains instead of constantly fighting against them. The biggest takeaway? Understanding what's happening in your brain can replace shame with self-compassion and help you build systems that actually work for you.00:00 —Trailer & Introduction03:06 —The ADHD Brain Isn't Broken06:15 —The 3 Types of ADHD11:02 —Task Initiation, Motivation & Executive Function12:06 —Hyperfocus & Dopamine14:57 —Why ADHD Affects Working Memory19:29 —Why Motherhood Can Amplify ADHD Symptoms21:00 —How ADHD Is Diagnosed in Adults24:20 —ADHD & the Menstrual Cycle27:26 —Estrogen, Progesterone & Dopamine34:17 —ADHD During Pregnancy35:35 —Why Sleep Deprivation Can Mimic ADHD40:36 —How Pregnancy Changes the Brain42:01 —The Postpartum ADHD Crash44:36 —ADHD, Breastfeeding & Prolactin45:45 —Supporting ADHD Postpartum50:19 —ADHD-Friendly Systems That Actually Help52:21 —Finding Joy When You're Overwhelmed55:43 —Is It ADHD or Just Motherhood Overload?58:25 —ADHD Medication: When Is It Worth Considering?60:40 —Supplements & Natural ADHD Support65:24 —ADHD, Irritability & PMDD66:36 —ADHD & Perimenopause67:17 —Building Systems Around Your Brain70:08 —Caffeine & ADHD71:47 —Screens, Dopamine & ADHD75:17 —The Biggest Takeaway for Moms With ADHDResources From This Episode:Dr. Carrie's Website- adhdetails.com Dr. Carrie's Instagram- www.instagram.com/adhdetailsSmart but Scattered book- https://amzn.to/3RtakE8 The Radical Guide for Women with ADHD book- https://amzn.to/3PUJdS0 Your Brain Is Not Broken book- https://amzn.to/4dYcYdI Do Less book- https://amzn.to/49YznFl Finch app- https://finchcare.com/mobileTrello app- https://trello.com/ClickUp app- https://try.web.clickup.com/qcca0vh17mp2Skylight calendar- https://tidd.ly/4s8VJe9 Get some of the supplements(creatine, L-tyrosine, pharmaGABA, L-theanine, lion's mane)recommended for 15% off on Fullscript- https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/mmacdermott/store-startUse code HEALTHYMOTHER to get a discount on Needed Stress Support- https://www.thisisneeded.com/discount/HEALTHYMOTHERHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreDr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteDr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond

Navigating a midwife license suspension is every practitioner's nightmare. Salli Gonzalez shares the reality of her experience. Salli joins us to discuss the sudden news of her license suspension following a baby's death. This conversation addresses the vulnerability of midwives in the current climate, specifically regarding potential repercussions for comments made in online spaces. We look at how quickly professional standing can be challenged and the anxiety that surrounds public discourse for providers.Beyond the legal and professional, protecting your midwifery practice requires both emotional resilience and a clear understanding of the risks involved in today's digital landscape, especially when maintaining online professional boundaries.Subscribe for weekly midwifery wisdom breakdowns, and let us know in the comments: what steps are you taking to maintain your professional boundaries?

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastOriginal Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS26 when you spend $20 and get a free Badass Breastfeeding Podcast branded hooded towel! Click here! https://originalsprout.com/collections/the-badass-breastfeeding-podcastBelieve it or not, there are more trivia cards!  Join Dianne and Abby today as they do more trivia and talk about why (or why not) the answers are correct.  See how many you can get right!   If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:BF trivia cards [6:26]IV fluids [7:40]Engorgement and latch [9:15]Drinking this increases supply?? [11:55]Staying hydrated [15:10]% of babies breastfed [17:00]Baby's health benefits [19:17]Using mom as a pacifier [25:45]Weight loss [29:20]More health benefits [33:18] Things we talked about or Episodes we think you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/breastfeeding-trivia-3rd-round/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/more-trivia/  Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/  Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com Music we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes

Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!   I'm looking forward to sharing with you some of our community's questions that have come in over the past few weeks…   Spencer: Hello Dr. Cabral Working my way out of burn out, and gut issues. Trying to work in b vitamins, but getting some overstimulation. I already shifted to methyl free b9,12 as they were giving me issues likely because of gut health. Should I try to work them in first, or work on lowering stress first? I wanted to have b vitamins in my rotation before attempting the CBO protocol, but not sure if I'm able to. I know excessive oxidative stress etc in the gut can cause methylation issues, but you still need b vitamins for optimal gut health right, so it seems like a chicken and egg scenario. If you could nudge me in the right direction, I'd appreciate it. Thanks for all you do. Almost done with level 1 IHP and looking forward to meeting you at the Reimagining Health Summit in November.      Shirra: I have symptoms of MCAS I am breastfeeding where to I begin to heal it what tests to order?       Sai: Hello Dr. Cabral, thank you for all your work! 38M, healthy lifestyle, but chronic GERD with a minimal hiatal hernia since 33. On/off PPIs for 5+ years. Had 4 endoscopies in 6 years—just told to take meds. Biopsies/labs confirmed negative for H. pylori and Candida.Off PPIs for months and OK if I eat perfectly. But just one wrong food triggers an intense vicious cycle, requiring weeks of medications to reset. No bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or indigestion. Why won't this tissue heal, and why am I so hyper-sensitive?Recently, a tiny bit of decaf coffee caused severe pain, sudden bowel movements, and a strong sensation of food stuck in my upper abdomen (must walk to move it). Back on meds now. Is chronic reflux inevitable with a minor hernia, or am I missing a root cause? Thank       Anonymous: Here's what's happened: 2023: Abdominal ultrasound showed a 7 mm gallbladder polyp; I had no symptoms. 2024: Endoscopy/biopsies found chronic atrophic gastritis, intestinal metaplasia mainly in the stomach body, and ECL/neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia. The pattern suggested autoimmune gastritis/pernicious anemia. No H. pylori, dysplasia, or cancer was found. Follow-up was planned every 2–3 years. July 2026: Repeat endoscopy looked reassuring with no obvious concerning area. Mapping biopsies found a tiny 1 mm, Grade 1, well-differentiated gastric neuroendocrine tumor. The doctor said the visible bump was fully removed. No dysplasia or usual stomach carcinoma was found. Plan: conservative monitoring and repeat endoscopy in 6–12 months. My question: Can this/ autoimmune gastritis be reverse.       Nicole: Hi Stephen, A bit of background: I suffer with migraines, which started in 2021 around the time I was living in a mold-exposed environment (I also received the COVID shot that same year). I'm based in Australia. I had urine mycotoxin testing that came back elevated for ochratoxin A, aflatoxins, trichothecenes, and zearalenone. Based on those results, I purchased your Mold Protocol. I've also put on significant weight since the mold exposure. I also recently had a stool microbiome test done, which showed low levels of several beneficial bacteria (including Akkermansia muciniphila and various Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species), along with an elevated Phocaeico     Thank you for tuning into this weekend's Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!   - - - Show Notes and Resources: StephenCabral.com/3866 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

We have huge news in this week's podcast!It is about the future of journalism and America. Ann and I both know there has never been a bigger need for real journalism than right now. That's why we're launching the Shillman Journalism Prize (linked below). It's a prize for people under 25 who have a story to tell and who want to tell the truth. Do you know a story that has not been told or that has been misreported? We want to encourage the next generation of journalists. So please enter the Shillman Prize.You can get the full details in the podcast. As you might know, we've worked all over the world as reporters. We've covered the Troubles in Northern Ireland. We've gone undercover exposing baby-selling rings in Romania, Indonesia and Vietnam. We also went to Israel in the days after October 7 to interview survivors of the Hamas massacre, sitting with people still raw from unimaginable horror and determined to make sure the world heard what actually happened. We have also exposed America's biggest serial killer Kermit Gosnell - the Philadelphia abortion doctor.This is your chance to make a difference but journalism doesn't have to be dangerous or require huge resources. You can still cause real trouble without putting your lives at risk. Sometimes the truth is simply good news that needs to be amplified. Sometimes life-changing stories are just the ones that have never been told properly — or never been told at all.So that's why we are launching the Shillman Journalism Prize — a national contest for young citizen journalists and emerging reporters. If you're under 25, and not currently employed full-time in journalism, this is for you. We're looking for original reporting:ResearchDocumentsInterviewsHard factsNot another opinion piece. Watch this week's show to find out more about the contest as well through the contest website, ShilmanPrize.com. From the anti-Semitic to sexually perverse, Official Ireland truly is sick. The government's Health Service Executive, which runs the National Health Service, is sponsoring a conference on breast feeding -all good so far. We can all remember the health guideance promoting “breast is best”, and that using baby formula was akin to child abuse. That's what we were told. And now in Progressive Ireland - the government is paying for a man to come to lecture about men breastfeeding babies and how you can get sexual gratification from breastfeeding.  The government has defended paying him to speak. Mustn't annoy the “kinksters” in modern Ireland.Watch this week's episode to find out about the mockery Ireland has made of motherhood.And watch the podcast to find out what 80s pop legend Boy George, reality TV star Sharon Osbourne and comedian Jerry Seinfeld have in common and what they think of our content.Learn about Hollywood antisemitism and find out which of the above celebrities called me their“…favorite Irishman”.Also, we attended Nick Cave and his band The Bad Seeds' concert in Paris over the weekend which was a truly spiritual experience. Nick also has a website called the Red Hand Files where you can ask, and he answers, any question about anything. We encourage you to look at all of the topics people have asked him about through the link below.  Please listen and share with anyone who still values evidence over virtue-signaling, and if you can, support our work through the link below. This way we can keep bringing these stories without the usual media filters, lifting up the next generation to continue this work.And after watching this week's episode are you still wanting more? You can catch our latest takes on the latest stories through our Stories.io Substack account. 

Your house needs a “dirty zone”. Which, let’s face it, is just as well. Also, is there such a thing as living too long? Jessie Stephens wants to take on the longevity craze and unpack this dangerous idea, after seeing Lucinda Holdforth speak. Plus, Holly Wainwright blames Harry Styles for the fact that running has become the coolest hobby there is, Jessie has a theory about marathon runners and Em thinks there’s a very strict rule about how long they can wear their medals. And, a marathon (ouch) of recommendations, friends: Em recommends a water filter jug from Kmart. Jessie recommends A LOT — The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout, The Traitors Australia, and Silk Pillowcases. Also Love Island. Holly recommends My Brilliant Career on Netflix. Keen for more? Check out the Mamamia Out Loud newsletter. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. What To Listen To Next: Listen to The Quicky: Your AM Headlines + Are Australians Living Too Long? Listen to our latest episode: Gwyneth’s Dinner Party Disaster & Tom Cruise’s New Love Interest Listen: The Lindsay Clancy Frenzy & Holly’s Surprising Harry Take Listen: What Mia Didn’t Know About Jessie’s Postpartum Listen: The Names In Nicole Kidman’s Freezer & It's Time To Talk About Choking Listen: The Blindside Divorce & Everything Is Embarrassing Listen: Taylor's Missing Dress & The Best Friend Curse Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: 'I knew the exact minute my mum would take her last breath. I thought that would be the hardest part.' 'At 21, I realised I was terminal. At 26, I'm choosing to die on my own terms.' What is lactose and what role does it play in the gut? 'The best reality show of 2025 was one you probably missed.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Emily Vernem Group Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Executive Producer: Grace Rouvray Video Producer: Josh Green Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key topicsIn this episode, Susan explains that getting pregnant with Nicholas took about a year, similar to her experience conceiving Maddie, but for different reasons.She shares that after Maddie's birth she had prolonged bleeding, which led to a DNC after a retained piece of placenta was found.Susan describes how that earlier procedure likely contributed to Asherman syndrome, with significant scar tissue in the uterus discovered during fertility workup.We discuss the repeated procedures she needed to clear scar tissue, including use of a Foley balloon to keep the uterus open while it healed.Susan talks about the emotional stress of fertility treatment while starting her first attending job and trying to manage clinic schedules, OR time, and appointments.She reflects on how hard it was to feel like a responsible new attending while also dealing with fertility care and early pregnancy visits.Susan compares postpartum anxiety with her first baby to the second time around, saying she was less overwhelmed, less intrusive-thought driven, and more able to recognize hard phases as temporary.She talks how the second baby changed the logistics of parenting, especially with a toddler already at home and less free time to ruminate.We discuss the difference between emotional and logistical difficulty when returning to work, including the intense feelings around daycare dropoff the first time.Susan explains how her family planned childcare coverage around the reality of daycare sickness by splitting parental leave and saving time for sick days.She talks through the weekly division of labor at home, including dropoffs, pickups, bottle prep, meals, and the constant negotiation between flexibility and structure.Susan shares that outsourcing more tasks, like laundry, feels like the next step, even though she still struggles with guilt about paying for help.Susan discusses how hard it can be to accept help with tasks you are technically capable of doing yourself.Susan says one of the biggest mindset shifts has been redefining what a successful day looks like, especially when parenting young children and working long hours.She names watching her two children interact as one of the most meaningful parts of parenting now.Susan also reflects on the strange, awe-inspiring biology of motherhood, including thinking about the eggs that existed in her body long before her children were born.Timestamps00:00 - Reconnecting with Susan and introducing the second-baby conversation00:41 - Nicholas turns one and the family keeps his birthday low-key01:30 - Getting pregnant with Nicholas took another long road03:47 - The postpartum bleeding after Maddie and the retained placenta04:44 - Fertility testing leads to an unexpected diagnosis05:18 - Discovering scar tissue and Asherman syndrome06:14 - Multiple procedures with Foley balloons to reopen the uterus07:16 - What it felt like to hear grim fertility statistics at nearly 4008:32 - Managing pregnancy while starting a new attending job09:47 - Balancing fertility appointments with clinic days and OR scheduling10:47 - Why pregnancy felt hard to fully believe until much later12:36 - Nicholas arrives and the second postpartum experience begins13:02 - Less anxiety, fewer intrusive thoughts, and more emotional ease14:28 - Why the second baby phase felt more peaceful overall15:19 - Postpartum anxiety, vigilance, and intrusive thoughts16:39 - Breastfeeding with less pressure the second time around18:21 - The emotional pain of first daycare dropoff19:41 - Why returning to work was harder logistically than emotionally20:58 - Leaving a child at daycare versus leaving with familiar help23:57 - Leave policy discussion gets cut from the conversation24:57 - Why childcare planning starts with backup support25:56 - Splitting parental leave and saving time for sick days27:22 - Weekly dropoff and pickup coordination between parents28:16 - The daily battle over meals, bottles, and night versus morning tasks31:17 - Why outsourcing laundry feels like a realistic next step32:31 - Hiring help for meal prep and folding laundry, and still feeling weird about it35:29 - Relearning that not every productive task is the right task36:27 - Redefining a successful day beyond housework and to-do lists37:32 - Cleaning as a way to regain control in a chaotic season38:29 - Favorite and least favorite parts of parenting39:19 - Watching siblings interact and the wonder of family biology40:40 - The “baby store” joke and closing thoughtsSupport the show

WonderCow is running a Labor Day Sale! Don't miss out and go this this link https://affiliates.wondercow.com/HORMONEGENIUS. We recently recorded an episode with Erica Diebersloot of Wonder Cow, who is three months postpartum with her fifth child. The conversation centered around her postpartum experience, breastfeeding, colostrum, nutrition, and practical strategies for managing motherhood and a large family. Erica shared that she has experienced a particularly smooth postpartum recovery, which she attributes in part to prioritizing a nutrient-dense diet, supplements such as beef liver, postnatal vitamins and colostrum, and making sleep a priority. She also discussed using gentle sleep-training strategies and shared that her baby began sleeping through the night around six weeks. A particularly interesting part of the conversation was our discussion about breastfeeding and the remarkable biological communication between mother and baby. Erica highlighted the feedback loop that occurs during breastfeeding, where a baby's latch and interaction with the breast can communicate information to the mother's body and help support the production of immune components and antibodies that meet the baby's needs. We also discussed why colostrum is often called "liquid gold," including its distinctive golden color and concentrated nutritional and immune-supportive properties. Erica noted that components of colostrum can continue to be present in breast milk even months postpartum. The conversation also included some practical and creative uses for breast milk that Erica has incorporated into family life. She shared using it topically for things such as diaper rash and poison oak, as well as using it as a natural facial cream. She has also added breast milk to smoothies for older children as an additional nutritional and immune-supportive boost. Motherhood, Large-Family Life & Practical Strategies Erica emphasized that one of the keys to managing motherhood is learning to be present while also accepting personal limitations. Rather than trying to do everything perfectly, she shared practical strategies that help make life with a large family more manageable. These included keeping pre-boiled eggs available for a quick source of protein, teaching older children how to prepare simple meals and take on more responsibility, and creating what she calls a "Breastfeeding Basket." The basket contains a rotating selection of special toys that are brought out specifically during breastfeeding sessions, giving toddlers something engaging to do while Mom feeds the baby. These practical conversations helped reinforce the broader message of the episode: supporting women during pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, and motherhood requires not only good nutrition but also realistic strategies that make healthy choices more sustainable within the demands of everyday family life. Medical Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

We've all heard it said - sleep training helps moms, right? Moms are tired and overworked and need those babies to sleep so even if there is some risk associated with it, isn't it for the greater good? This is something we hear all the time, but does the research actually support this? Joining me today is Dr. Kathy Kendall-Tackett. Dr. Kendall-Tackett is a health psychologist and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, and the Director of Praeclarus Press, a small press specializing in women's health. For the past 10 years, Dr. Kendall-Tackett has been Editor-in-Chief of Psychological Trauma. She is Fellow of the American Psychological Association in Health and Trauma Psychology and Past President of the APA Division of Trauma Psychology. Dr. Kendall-Tackett specializes in women's-health research including breastfeeding, depression, trauma, and health psychology, and has won many awards for her work including the 2019 President's Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Field of Trauma Psychology from the American Psychological Association, and is a member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Honor Society. Dr. Kendall-Tackett has authored more than 500 articles or chapters and is author or editor of 42 books, including the recent Breastfeeding Doesn't Need to Suck. Dispelling Cry-It-Out Sleep Training Myths and What To Do Instead: https://amzn.to/4y5mKTy Dr. Kathy Kendall-Tackett: https://kathleenkendall-tackett.com/ Dr. Kathy Kendall-Tackett at the Uppity Science Chick: http://www.uppitysciencechick.com/kktbio.html Breastfeeding Doesn't Have to Suck (Book): https://amzn.to/4vhBLPB Dr. Kathy Kendall-Tackett Books: https://amzn.to/3SN4gac Praecalus Press: https://www.praeclaruspress.com/

Martha Redpath, a CNM turned burnout and boundaries coach, joins Augustine to talk about what happens when the people who hold space for everyone else run out of space for themselves. Martha traces her path from home birth CNM in Vermont to founder of Provider Space Coaching — a pivot that came out of her own reckoning with alcohol, burnout, and eventually grief after losing her husband.The conversation moves through the state of community-based midwifery today (closures, legal exposure, the pressure CPMs face that CNMs often don't), the martyrdom culture baked into midwifery training, and what it actually looks like to teach boundaries as a clinical skill rather than a personality trait. Martha and Augustine also get into nervous system regulation, the difference between CNM and CPM entry points into boundary-setting, and why the ability to disappoint people — kindly and clearly — might be the most underrated skill in this profession.Key TopicsMartha's path: nursing → home birth CNM in Vermont → 10 years in a small hospital birthing center → burnout, alcohol, and the pivot to coachingThe current landscape for community-based midwives: closures, lawsuits, board investigations, and the Texas trend of using public social media posts as testimony against midwivesHistorical spikes in home birth rates (Ricki Lake's documentary, the ACA, COVID) and where rates stand nowCNM vs. CPM pathways into professional boundary-setting — and why CPMs often enter the field less boundariedThe martyrdom/"lone cowboy" culture in community-based midwifery, and generational shifts around itMartha's coaching framework: strengths-based reflection across eight life domains, nervous system regulation, "tiny habits," and discomfort resilienceGrief as a parallel thread to birth work, following the loss of Martha's husbandThe value of one truly safe confidant ("marble jar friends") for midwives carrying constant on-call stressResources Mentioned:Martha's coaching practice: providerspacecoaching.com — sliding scale fees, one-off debrief calls, and a six-week burnout package built around The Big Life JournalStudent Midwife's Keepsake Journal — the HIPAA-appropriate documentation journal mentioned in the mid-episode ad, with space for 100 birth records and built-in compliance guidance

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"If you breastfeed, the weight will just melt right off." It's one of the most common things moms are told, and one of the most common myths a registered dietitian hears. In this episode, dietitian and lactation counselor Brooke Miller breaks down why breastfeeding alone doesn't guarantee weight loss, what's actually working against moms in those early postpartum months, and what to focus on instead of the scale. If you're breastfeeding, had a baby in the last few years, or somewhere in between and wondering why the baby weight isn't budging, this episode will help you understand what's really going on in your body. Why breastfeeding alone does not automatically create a calorie deficit, even though it burns roughly 500 extra calories a day for exclusively breastfeeding moms Why your body prioritizes healing and milk supply over fat loss in the postpartum period How undereating protein, vitamins, and minerals while breastfeeding can leave you feeling constantly hungry The link between sleep deprivation and hunger hormones, including how poor sleep lowers leptin and raises ghrelin A simple nighttime feeding tip to protect your sleep without screens or extra stimulation Why front-loading protein and fiber earlier in the day reduces cravings and nighttime snacking Easy, zero-prep, high-protein foods to keep on hand for postpartum hunger How skipping meals disrupts blood sugar, increases cortisol, and can backfire on weight loss Why restrictive eating can cause muscle loss, which slows down metabolism How long postpartum nutrient deficiencies can last, and how they affect mood, energy, and postpartum depression risk. Plus, key nutrients to get tested Why letting go of a weight loss timeline is one of the most powerful things you can do for your postpartum journey Loved this episode? Share it with a mom who needs to hear it, and leave a quick review to help more moms find the show! Come say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas for daily tips and easy meals. You deserve to feel good again.

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The PsychopathLindsay Clancy, in my opinion, did not want to kill herself. She wanted to kill her children. It was all becoming too much for her, and she felt like she was drowning in it. Drowning in trying to be the perfect wife and the perfect mother. Her thoughts of suicide came as she tried to stop her thoughts of wanting to kill her children because what mother would ever think of doing such a thing?That voice? That was her. That was her hatred bubbling up, especially for Dawson, the middle child. Her hatred at herself for not being the perfect mother, and the loud voice of her inner psychopath who gave her advice on how to end her misery. Kill them. That's what you really want to do. Then, you can kill yourself.Except that she didn't really want to kill herself. She is a nurse, after all, and everyone knows how to commit suicide by slitting your wrists. She would know exactly where the carotid artery was, oh, but that voice would tell her just make it look like that was what you were trying to do. Get enough blood to make it convincing, then crawl out the window and into the snow and wait for your husband Patrick to find you and save you.What wasn't in the plan? The way she fell, paralyzing herself, which is why these, along with whether she had a lawyer or not, were her primary concern once in the hospital. Do my legs work, she asked. The voice guided her through all of this and probably even through the trial now, careful never to disclose that it's still with her. The camera is on you now, Lindsay. Put on a good show. Maybe a part of her was sad to hear what the voice made her do, but she knew the voice was her own. It was the psychopath within that did not want to do the job of motherhood anymore. She wanted her old life back. She wanted to be who she was before. She wanted control. Her inner voice was herself.She tried every medication she could. She tried aspirations. But the dark thoughts kept seeping through, no matter how much she tried to suppress them. She disclosed these thoughts to her husband and mother and hinted at them to her best friend. What she never did was turn herself in for them as a danger to her own children. If the husband bears any responsibility for these deaths, it is that he did not turn her in himself and keep those precious babies far, far away from her.On the day of the killings, Lindsey Clancy meticulously planned her actions, not as an irrational act but as a coldly rational one. Separating the children one by one and leading them down into the basement would have been scary for them, since it had never happened before. That was where Daddy worked. That was where Mommy worked out. That was where guests slept. It was not where kids belonged. And that ominous walk down those stairs with Mommy must have been terrifying, but their little brains could not comprehend what would happen next. Here is a clip from Chicks on the Right highlighting the prosecutor's powerful closing.The hope and the reflex is to blame the drugs. We're a country of people on too many drugs, whether they're dying on the streets of San Francisco of Fentanyl or they're murdering their children in Massachusetts. One thing is for sure: lots of people are making lots of money selling the illusion that there is such a thing as being perfect.I noticed this back in the 1990s when suddenly everyone had something wrong with their brains. We'd gone through therapy and healed the trauma and abuse in our past, but it didn't make us “right” or “correct.” We needed drugs for that. We needed, wanted to be “healthy.”We were the victims of our hard lives, of our society, of our government, of the environment, of our diet, of our education, our culture, our marriages, and yes, even our children. Our children have paid the price, too, because if they weren't perfect, something had to be wrong with them; we had done something bad or failed at motherhood. The mythical “post-partum” depression came on like one of these ailments in our brains we could do nothing about. We were all supposed to respect women who undergo this affliction and forgive them everything.Over the many decades, especially on the Left, we've become separated from ourselves in nearly every way. Whether it's mothers aborting their children now as a rite of passage and an act of empowerment, or it's mothers resenting their children and unable to mother them with post-partum. Be afraid, they say, be very afraid.And then, all the way down to our precious babies whose genders we now view as potentially “something wrong with their brains.” Mothers allow gender clinics, teachers, and influencers to tell them they don't know their own babies. Drugs will fix them. Surgery, intervention, turn them into something else, someone else, someone more perfect.Women did not evolve to do it all alone. We evolved to be hovered over by our own mothers, our aunts, our sisters. Since women had babies so young in every era except the modern one, they needed the help and guidance of older women, which is why humans are among the tiny handful of species that undergo menopause, like Killer Whales. Older women have a role: to guide, to lead, and to help raise the younger generations.Lindsay Clancy wanted to do it all alone. Or at least, she wanted it to look like she did. An athlete, a nurse, and a mom, she wanted that Instagram fantasy all women believe they deserve. It all looked so good outwardly, from photos to testimonies of family and friends. But Lindsay was good at hiding. She was not a good mother at all, it turns out. She was a psychopath.It isn't that mothers don't kill their babies. They do. They dump them in trash cans, leave them in toilets, beat them until they can no longer breathe. Andrea Yates believed her children were demons and that they needed to be killed. That is what true psychosis looks like, and it's more common than it should be. Women should not be doing motherhood alone, at least not those who are fragile enough to crack under pressure.It's not easy. It's shocking how difficult it can be just to try to live your life after you've had a baby, but it is especially so for the modern woman who is used to centering herself. I was one such woman. By the time I had my baby at 32, I wanted her. She was a way for me to heal from my own childhood because I would do everything right.My own mother got so angry at times she flew into violent rages. She had four babies before the age of 25, and that must have been hard. We were untamed, wild children, and she needed control. Even now, I sometimes feel nervous when I spend time with her because we never knew when the fury would arrive or why.Like Lindsay, I was into the “attachment parenting” method, which is just the natural way women raised children before they invented things like cribs and formula. I didn't want drugs during childbirth and wanted to do it all naturally. This is the kind of pressure women put on themselves to be perfect. If one thing goes wrong, they feel like a failure. And things will always go wrong. Breastfeeding them, co-sleeping with them, hugging them when they cry. Lindsay felt guilt for not being the perfect attachment parent and leaving her baby to cry it out with sleep training. She couldn't sleep, and this was supposedly the solution. But leaving babies to cry it out is another way to separate mothers from their natural instincts, and Lindsay knew that too. But if the baby went away, then the problems went away too.After 18 hours of agonizing labor, I begged for the epidural. They'd already given me morphine, which did nothing. My labor was induced, and the contractions were unlike anything I'd ever felt in my life. The only thing I could do was scream. And when she finally came out of me, and I saw her face, I knew her already. I recognized her. My baby.I kept yelling for the nurse, “Just give me my baby!” They wanted to clean her up and check her vitals, but I just wanted to hold her in my arms to keep her safe. When they finally gave her to me and when I was complaining that I had wanted to do it naturally, without drugs, the nurse looked at me and said, “Healthy mom, healthy baby.” She was right. That's all that mattered. That's also the kind of thing labor and delivery nurses see all the time. They see the perfect and the imperfect. They see the joys and the tragedies. They see the struggles and failures. Lindsay Clancy knew all of them.I didn't let go of my baby for a full two weeks. She stayed in my arms and close to me at all times. I had nightmares of something happening to her — what would I do? If there was a fire, or an intruder, or an earthquake, or a mass shooter. I was raising her without a father, which made me both the father and the mother, and yes, that was hard. It meant my life would no longer be the most important thing.Of course, I lost my temper on occasion. But I knew I would never be like my mom. I might have been if I'd had more than one. Children are their own people. They don't do exactly what you want them to do at all times. One of my jobs was writing movie reviews, and if my daughter didn't go down for a nap, I couldn't make the showtime, so I'd drive around until she did, and sometimes she didn't, and I felt the pressure of that, and I would think and sometimes say, “time for sleep!”The few times I lost my temper stay with me. They haunt me. I wish I could go back and scrub them from my memory and my life because I was, I think, all things considered, a pretty good mom otherwise. Perfect? No. And we all want to be perfect because if something is wrong with our kids, it means we weren't perfect mothers.I would hear the complaints of other mothers and their difficult children. Why couldn't they behave? I saw them punish them with time-outs, and I always thought I was so lucky to have such a good kid. It was never bad for me. It was the best thing that's ever happened in my life. So I can't get there. I can't imagine wanting a life without my daughter. My life is my daughter. And this is what I think haunted Lindsay Clancy the most. She wasn't a perfect mother because one of her kids was driving her crazy with his obstinacy. He was the middle child, Dawson. She loved the daughter and the baby, but Dawson did not do as he was told and made everything a battle.When your life runs like clockwork and that life depends on everyone and everything doing things perfectly, one piece of the puzzle that keeps flying out of our hands is the one that will drive you to anger and, in her case, hopelessness. What was it all for anyway? Of course she was depressed. Lots of people struggle with feeling lost and hopeless, but in Lindsay's case, she believed she was disappearing because everyone's needs had to come before hers. Unless, of course, she could get rid of the child, the one making the picture not perfect. But how could she just kill him? No, she'd have to kill them all and then kill herself, or at least make it look like she tried.She wanted to terrorize her husband. And terrorize she did. The screams haven't been heard by the watchers, all of those paying close attention to the trial at home. Only those in the room and the jury heard the husband's anguished cries upon coming home and seeing his dead babies.I studiously avoided the Lindsay Clancy trial. It was like those animal abuse videos you scroll quickly by or at least fast-forward to the inevitable happy ending, if there is one. I did not want to get inside this story or put the images of those poor, sweet children strangled one by one in my head.But eventually, like everyone else, I had to pay attention to it. There were so many crazy women — mostly on the Left but some on the Right — who have stood alongside Lindsay, sympathized with her, celebrated her, attempted to say she wasn't guilty, that her husband did it, the drugs did it, the doctors did it, everyone but Lindsay herself.There is such a thing as post-partum depression, which can often lead to feelings of sadness and helplessness after the birth of the child. No one can or should tell a woman she isn't suffering from it, but it's also taken on a new meaning in our modern age, a thing that happens to women that they can't control, separating us from our natural selves. A tragedy waiting for them on the other end of the line. We don't live in a society that wants us to care about the little life conceived. We live in a society that wants mothers to be victims and martyrs - not only their babies, but their husbands or men in general- are doing something bad to them. The baby grows and changes everything. The man injects the sperm. The woman must be the helpless, passive participant who takes care of everything.That might not have been Lindsay Clancy, but her careful planning of how her husband would find his children and his wife by the time he came home required pre-meditation. She knew what those exercise bands could do, because, of course, she did. She worked out every day.Did she think of what those bands would do every time she picked one up and felt the tension in her hands? What could this do to a child's neck? How long would it take?The Long DayIt was an ordinary day like any other. She'd taken her daughter to the doctor and texted Patrick, her husband, a photo of their daughter on the day she would murder her. He texted her back a photo of Dawson, who had dressed himself for the first time. Did she think and wonder how Dawson could be so much better behaved with Daddy? Lindsay came home with Cora, who was having stomach problems. She probably was picking up the stress of her mother's bizarre flatness for some time before the murders. She was the oldest. She would know something was wrong.Patrick went to work in his basement office as their smallest baby, Callan, went down for a nap. Lindsay built a snowman with Dawson and Cora. Did Dawson give her his usual trouble? Did he say something bad to her? Or was she planning this day all along? By the time she got inside, she put her plan in motion. She texted her husband at 4:53 pm, “Any chance you want to do takeout from ThreeV … I didn't cook anything … It's been a long day.” She checked the map to see how long it would take him, and it wasn't long enough, so she asked him to go to the drug store to pick up medicine for Cora.At 5:15 Patrick left, after kissing his daughter Cora and rocking his baby Callan, and said, “I'll be right back.” That would be the last time he saw them alive. He'd be home by 6:09 pm and arrive to an absolutely quiet house.Lindsey wanted him to call out for her and his children. She probably knew he'd go upstairs next. Maybe she thought he would just go to the basement and find his dead babies, with Dawson lying dead in his office. cBut he didn't. He tried to find Lindsay. And when he saw the blood and the window and ran down to her where she was still alive, because of course she was, and asked her, “What did you do?” She said, “I tried to kill myself.” All Lindsay said when he asked where the children were was, “They're in the basement.” She wanted him to see that horror. Why? Who does that? A psychopath does that. Not a woman suffering from post-partum depression. Not a woman in a state of confusion. No, a cold-blooded killer makes these choices to stage an event that would leave her children dead and herself barely alive but alive. A nurse who didn't know how to properly cut her wrists or her throat? She wanted to punish her husband. She wanted to punish everyone. She wanted to be free. She just didn't think that would mean being in a wheelchair for the rest of her life. That was the unintended consequence of her plan. The jury was excused for the weekend. I don't expect this jury in Massachusetts, comprised mostly of women, will convict Lindsay Clancy of murder. That's what she deserved. No, she'll get off easier as some version of Not Guilty by reason of insanity. And that will be a lie. Coming up, Part Two: The Sycophants// This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

Matt and Abby introduce their newest addition to the family and share the full story of his whirlwind arrival! From Abby's doctor accidentally breaking her water and an unexpectedly fast labor to getting the VBAC she hoped for, they open up about welcoming their rainbow baby after loss. Plus, they share the realities of postpartum life, breastfeeding, baby blues, and why Matt is turning Abby's placenta into pills. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance: To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/UNPLANNED The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Momcozy: Right now you can get 10% off the Night Pro Bottle Warmer and 10% when you pre-order the DeepClean Bottle Washer D8 at https://momcozy.com with code UNPLANNED. UpWork: Visit https://upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Zocdoc: Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/UNPLANNED #sponsored Yoto: Head to https://yotoplay.com and use code UNPLANNED to save 10% off all eligible items. Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 00:31 - Baby and name reveal! 02:54 - Going into labor 11:26 - Contractions 14:52 - Epidural 24:26 - VBAC 28:23 - Redemptive birth after loss 35:54 - Introducing new baby to the family 40:36 - Postpartum plan 42:08 - Getting released from the hospital 49:33 - Breastfeeding 52:11 - Doula 58:02 - Mental health postpartum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the August Q&A! Today we kick things off with your answers to the question, “What's one thing that happened during your birth that no one prepared you for?” From 53-hour labors and projectile vomiting to postpartum shakes, swollen labia, running out of hot water during a home birth, and yes, pooping in labor, you had a lot to say.Then we get into your questions. One mother experienced nearly identical prodromal labors with both of her babies, never dilating beyond five centimeters before ultimately having two C-sections. She wants to know why prodromal labor happens, whether fetal positioning or her anatomy could have played a role, and whether things might have gone differently with more time or rest.Next, a mother who breastfed her first baby for 16 months is six months into breastfeeding her second, who has multiple food intolerances. Her increasingly restricted diet is affecting her milk supply and her mental health, and she's considering formula. But how do you make a decision that feels completely at odds with the kind of mother you thought you would be?Then, one mom asked about her a two-vessel umbilical cord and has been advised to have additional growth scans in the third trimester. With an otherwise normal anatomy scan, how concerning is a single umbilical artery, what are the actual risks, and what information would another ultrasound provide?Quickies this month include intrusive thoughts after weaning, IVF placentas, having young children present at a home birth, postpartum freezer meals, when an epidural can be useful, lunch meat during pregnancy, establishing breastfeeding at six weeks postpartum, free help for newborn latch problems, white coat syndrome, hemorrhoids after birth, morning sickness, vaginal tear repair, babies staying latched through naps, our favorite cookies, how we bring play into our lives, and whether faith or spirituality plays a role in ours.Call us with your questions, comments or stories at 802-GET-DOWN!Be sure to watch our workshops on the following topics we discussed during this episode:Avoiding Perineal TearingUltrasound in Pregnancy: The Research & the Rhetoric#332 | The Hidden Power of the Infant Microbiome: Optimizing Exposure in Birth & Breastfeeding**********Send us Fan Mail Support the showAccess our workshops: Have a Physiologic Birth in the Hospital and Ultrasound: The Research vs RhetoricNeeded

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This podcast is sponsored by Earn Haus.  More information at www.EarnHaus.com/Bobandtom The BOB & TOM Show — August 24, 2026 6:00 Orange Barrels — Todd Snider6:04 May I have a piece of chest? — Pat's friend to his date6:11 Saw Garth Brooks in concert — Kristi — He was rock and roll6:21 Tom exploded a tire6:22 Letter — Pat was great in person — sorry about Jordan6:24 Signed a coozi — Pat6:25 My little heckler song — Pat Godwin6:26 Letter — A Penny farthing race in Ohio — Chick6:31 Letter — Mauri Povich and Connie Chung have a kid6:32 Letter — Rotating stairs = escalator6:34 Letter — Loves Jess Hooker breakfast sandwich6:36 $6,500 nursing home — Pat wants more info6:37 Coffee shop on the Staten Island Ferry6:49 Her daughter buys accessories for dispensaries — Kristi6:50 In studio — Jeff6:50 Elderly people smoking in nursing homes6:51 Alligator clips talk6:54 My mom's friends are doing gummy bears6:56 You don't even tell your dogs no — Jeff to Tom 7:08 Letter — Want any of this to wife — she said sure — we can do a quickie7:09 Letter — Loves Josh's laugh — sounds like Phyllis Diller7:24 Letter — Enjoyed your moving all your worldly possessions in your car story7:33 Old-fashioned toilet as a planter story — Tom7:37 Tom chipped a tooth7:50 Modern versions of snakes in a can 8:07 Shock pens8:14 Woman is star of show Sheriff Country8:25 Shimmy Shimmy song/copyright8:32 Robot Running World Record reaction8:35 David Rush record with balloons8:50 Today in History8:50 "Boosey" talk8:53 Marlee Matlin birthday — Chick 9:07 Sexual humor9:08 Breastfeeding discussion — Kristi9:11 Calamari on the highway — Pat Godwin9:13 Squid ink mayo9:31 Weird merch9:38 We're still friendly with the Japanese, right? — Tom9:48 Rock bands that sold games9:50 Bikini humor9:52 Had a fart that sounded like it was looking for the right note — Josh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most breastfeeding resources are full of information on why you should keep going, and very short on practical help for when you are ready to stop. If you have gone looking for guidance on weaning, you have probably found long lists of reasons not to quit and anxiety-inducing articles about everything that can go wrong. Breastfeeding is amazing, but every mom will reach a point when she is ready to stop. When you reach that point, you should have access to evidence-based, judgment-free support. This episode is here to take the anxiety out of stopping breastfeeding. We cover when to wean, how to do it gradually and comfortably, how to lower your risk of complications, and how to handle the emotions that can come with closing this chapter. Plus, I will share the slightly ridiculous trick I used with both of my babies that made weaning so much easier. Full article and resources for this episode: https://pregnancypodcast.com/weaning/ Thank you to the brands that power this podcast: AG1 is the Daily Health Drink that combines your multivitamin, pre- and probiotics, superfoods, and antioxidants into one simple scoop. It is one of the easiest things you can do to support your body as you rebuild your routine this month. When you first subscribe to AG1, you will get a free AG1 Welcome Kit, a free bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, and a free AG1 Flavor Sampler with your first order. Unlock your AG1 starter kit at https://drinkAG1.com/pregnancypodcast 8 Sheep Organics makes amazing, 100% Clean, Natural Pregnancy Products. From skin care to treating common pregnancy symptoms like stretch marks with clinically proven ingredients, 8 Sheep Organics has you covered. Every product from 8 Sheep Organics comes with a 100-Day Happiness Guarantee. Try it risk-free for 100 days. If you're not 100% happy with your purchase, simply send them an email and they will get you a refund, no questions asked. Check out 8 Sheep Organics and save 10% when you go to https://pregnancypodcast.com/8sheep/ Get More from the Pregnancy Podcast Join thousands of expecting parents who stay up to date with the latest pregnancy news, new episode alerts, exclusive offers, and more: https://pregnancypodcast.com/newsletter Upgrade to Pregnancy Podcast Premium for ad-free episodes, full access to the back catalog, and a free copy of the Your Birth Plan book: https://pregnancypodcast.com/premium Save with discounts and deals available for Pregnancy Podcast listeners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/resources Follow your pregnancy week-by-week with the 40 Weeks podcast. Learn how your baby grows, what's happening in your body, what to expect at prenatal appointments, and get tips for dads and partners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/week Find more evidence-based information on the Pregnancy Podcast website: https://pregnancypodcast.com

August is National Breastfeeding Month, and to celebrate, we have a specialty episode just for you! Breastfeeding can be one of the more challenging parts of early motherhood, and one that many new moms don't think about until they're in the thick of it. It's supposed to come naturally after all, right?This week, Sarah brings together three moms from her inner circle to share their very different feeding journeys. From breastfeeding to pumping to formula feeding (or some combination of all three) we talk tips and tricks, mistakes made, lessons learned, expectations vs. reality, and ALL the things we wish we had known before we started!Big thank you to our guests this Week! Emily Evans @EmilykEvansAlyssa Duffy @AlistedCristina Murphy @XtinajMurphWant more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SarahMerrill_Hall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Share some Laughs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bigkidproblems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new Show IG! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bottleserviceBKP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop my SHOPMY LinksShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bottle Service MERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! As always, write in your questions, stories, anything you want discussed on the pod! Sarah@bigkidproblems.comBig Thank you to our Sponsor this week! Eufy Baby! The Eufy Breast Pump S2 Pro was designed with moms in mind, with features that make the pumping experience easier and more comfortable. Features like the VibraPump™ massage and HeatFlow™ with validated results of 35% more milk output and 30% faster pumping sessions. It also features 46dB quiet operation, a wireless charging case, and more! Eufy has generously offered Bottle Service listeners 15% off your purchase with code BKPEUFY at their website! OR you can shop on AmazonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kaydee Church, better known online as “the steak girl,” and her fiancé Tyson join us to talk about unexpectedly getting pregnant at 20, becoming parents before marriage, and navigating their new life in the public eye. They open up about their daughter's scary trip to the NICU, losing $12,000 in a TikTok scam, dealing with judgment online, and how viral fame has changed their lives. Our Place: Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place—visit https://fromourplace.com/UNPLANNED and use code UNPLANNED for 10% off sitewide, plus enjoy a 100-day risk-free trial. Osea: Get 10% off your first order sitewide at https://oseamalibu.com with code UNPLANNED. NOBL: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #adventure Betterhelp Visit https://betterhelp.com/unplannedpodcast #adventure Chilipad: Visit https://www.sleep.me/UNPLANNED to get up to $255 off your Chilipad 2.0 with code UNPLANNED, plus free shipping and a 30-day sleep trial. Kaydee insta: @kaydeechurch Follow The Unplanned Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/unplanned__podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@unplanned_podcast Listen to the pod on Spotify/ Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ToDA4ufQuWuEgMq07zN6t https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unplanned-podcast/id1669604504 Follow Matt & Abby: Abby's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/abbyelizabethoward/ Matt's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/_matt_howard_/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_and_abby Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mattandabb YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MattandAbby Mascara is sold out! Thank you guys so much! Sign up here for updates on restock: https://www.biswell-beauty.com/ Chapters: 00:53 - Carnivore diet 04:02 - Starting a family young 05:38 - Meet cute 07:10 - Living with family 08:12 - Going viral 16:35 - Finding out we were pregnant 25:42 - My first pregnancy 36:18 - Getting engaged 38:20 - Planning our wedding 46:00 - Online backlash 48:00 - Finding out the gender of my baby 49:00 - Postpartum 48:53 - Breastfeeding 01:00:35 - Making content together 01:04:30 - Brant Rivera Collab 01:08:13 - Audience questions 01:20:17 - Who's More Likely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastSPONSORSCake Maternity. Cake Maternity stocks one of the largest ranges of maternity, breastfeeding and pumping bras. Visit www.cakematernity.com and use code BADASS for 15% off!Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS26 when you spend $20 and get a free Badass Breastfeeding Podcast branded hooded towel! Click here! https://originalsprout.com/collections/the-badass-breastfeeding-podcast Have you ever had anyone say anything weird to you about being pregnant or breastfeeding?  Are you wishing you had a good comeback for the naysayers?  Well this is the episode for you.  Dianne and Abby asked the internet for comebacks to breastfeeding comments.  Don't miss this episode! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and comments to badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com.  You can also add your email to our list and have episodes sent right to your inbox! Things we talked about:What is IGT? [7:00]The email behind the episode [9:25]Pregnancy comments [10:45]Birth comments [14:20]Breastfeeding comments [24:45]Comebacks from the internet [25:40] Things we talked about or Episodes we think you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/the-best-comebacks-to-breastfeeding-critics/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/nursing-in-public-2/ Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/  Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc,  http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012) courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes

New mothers go into breastfeeding with the best intentions. Unfortunately, many run into issues that make breastfeeding feel difficult or even impossible. By six months, fewer than one in three babies is still exclusively breastfed. Researchers across many countries have examined why mothers supplement with formula or wean before their baby's first birthday, and the same themes come up again and again. This episode walks through the top five reasons moms stop breastfeeding early and, more importantly, what you can do to avoid these issues so you can reach your own breastfeeding goals. Full article and resources for this episode: https://pregnancypodcast.com/stopbreastfeeding/ Thank you to the brands that power this podcast: The VTech RM7968-2 Video Baby Monitor has 4K video, a 7-inch HD parent unit, and 360-degree pan, tilt, and zoom to follow every move. It also includes enhanced night vision, a soothing adaptive night light, two-way talk, and free remote access through your phone or tablet. Available at Target. Check it out at https://pregnancypodcast.com/vtech 8 Sheep Organics makes amazing, 100% Clean, Natural Pregnancy Products. From skin care to treating common pregnancy symptoms like stretch marks with clinically proven ingredients, 8 Sheep Organics has you covered. Every product from 8 Sheep Organics comes with a 100-Day Happiness Guarantee. Try it risk-free for 100 days. If you're not 100% happy with your purchase, simply send them an email and they will get you a refund, no questions asked. Check out 8 Sheep Organics and save 10% when you go to https://pregnancypodcast.com/8sheep/ Get More from the Pregnancy Podcast Join thousands of expecting parents who stay up to date with the latest pregnancy news, new episode alerts, exclusive offers, and more: https://pregnancypodcast.com/newsletter Upgrade to Pregnancy Podcast Premium for ad-free episodes, full access to the back catalog, and a free copy of the Your Birth Plan book: https://pregnancypodcast.com/premium Save with discounts and deals available for Pregnancy Podcast listeners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/resources Follow your pregnancy week-by-week with the 40 Weeks podcast. Learn how your baby grows, what's happening in your body, what to expect at prenatal appointments, and get tips for dads and partners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/week Find more evidence-based information on the Pregnancy Podcast website: https://pregnancypodcast.com