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Rob talks/raps/sings over a collage of beats about boogie boards, his cat throwing up, new walking meditations and much more. Show IG ~ @cchpodcast

Postpartum is full of surprises—and not just the sleepless nights and endless diaper changes. In this episode, Sarah dives into all the things no one warns you about after birth. From the “wait… is this normal?!” moments to the totally WTF experiences, she shares her own list of postpartum shockers and reads some of YOUR listener submissions as well. From night sweats and hormone crashes to hair loss and identity shifts, this episode covers the raw, real, and unexpected parts of postpartum that often get left out of the conversation. Whether you're in it, about to be in it, or just curious— this one's for you! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsors! BZIGO: Don't wait until the next bite—protect your home with Bzigo. Go to bzigo.com/discount/BOTTLESERVICE to save 10% off. RULA: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/bottleservice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like motherhood is a never-ending juggling act—and maybe just a tad unfair? Same. Paige Connell (aka @sheisapaigeturner) is in the house today and we're chatting the mental load of motherhood, gender inequality in marriage, and all the unspoken truths so many of us have felt but haven't quite found the words to say—until now. This conversation is raw, validating, and full of “YES, exactly!” moments. If you're a mom who's ever felt overwhelmed, under-supported, or just plain fed up, you're going to feel SO seen. And for our male listeners, this one's for you too! Want more from our guest this week? Instagram: @sheisapageturner FREE guide to the Mental Load Convo Fair Play Spreadsheet Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Lume - Postpartum can stink, but you don't have to! Get 15% off with code BOTTLESERVICE at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Those early days with a newborn are filled with sweet moments, endless snuggles... and let's be real—some serious monotony. When the hours, days, and weeks start blurring together, it's time to shake things up! This week, Sarah—reporting live from her own postpartum bubble—shares creative ways to break up the routine, stay sane, and actually enjoy this wild season of new baby life. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Lume - Postpartum can stink, but you don't have to! Get 15% off with code BOTTLESERVICE at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There was a major Tornado outbreak across the country this past week and Sarah recaps what it was like, LIVING it with little ones in tow. She takes you through the chaotic night of April 2nd with 30 confirmed tornadoes, how she managed to keep everyone (mostly) calm, and some tips to help you prep for whatever else this tornado season throws our way. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Lume - Postpartum can stink, but you don't have to! Get 15% off with code BOTTLESERVICE at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The transition from 1 to 2 is NO JOKE. Sarah dives into the wild ride of adding a new baby to the mix and all the unexpected challenges that come with it. She shares what she wished she knew beforehand, tips for a smooth sibling introduction (spoiler: she learned the hard way), handling jealousy and big feelings from your firstborn, and navigating the inevitable mom guilt of splitting your time. If you're prepping for life with two, this one's a must-listen! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Thrive Market - Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! ThriveMarket.com/bottleservice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're tired and you know it clap your hands! Sleep can be a tough piece of the puzzle for parents, and unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Sleep Consultant, Mom of 3 and founder of @HeySleepyBaby, Rachel Shepard- Ohta joins the pod this week to help us out! We discuss different sleep methods, sleep regressions, Daylight Savings Time (heads up parents.. that happens this week!) transitioning from the crib to toddler bed and MORE! She helps answer all of YOUR burning sleep questions and gives us a ton of freebies for your reading pleasure: Resources from this episode! https://heysleepybaby.com/daylight-savings-tips-for-babies/ https://heysleepybaby.com/floor-beds-for-baby-sleep/ https://heysleepybaby.com/the-4-month-sleep-regression/ https://heysleepybaby.com/siblings-sharing-a-room/ Want more from our guest this week? Check out @HeySleepyBaby on Instagram! Check out her website HERE Pssst: Use code BOTTLESERVICE for 25% off all courses and guides! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Thrive Market - Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! ThriveMarket.com/bottleservice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Woah we just had a baby! What happens next? Sarah discusses the moments and Days RIGHT after birth that take place right in the hospital. She takes you behind the scenes of those first wild days, from the joys (and jolts) of postpartum life to the unexpected hurdles of breastfeeding. She spills on lactation struggles, the good the bad and the weird parts of the hospital stay, and what happens if your little one makes a pit stop in the NICU. Buckle up—it's a ride! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Thrive Market -  Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! ThriveMarket.com/bottleservice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Sarah faces some unexpected news about complications that could lead to an earlier delivery—and is finally forced to pack her hospital bag! She dives into IUGR (Intrauterine Growth Restriction) and, as a seasoned pro, shares the real essentials you'll want to have in your hospital bag. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Sarah dives into the many “what ifs” surrounding birth and offers reassurance that no matter what, it's all going to be worth it. She covers key signs that labor is approaching, the infamous anal swab, helpful breathing techniques, and opens up about some personal news that shook her world this week. Trigger warning: This episode touches on navigating grief and unexpected emergencies during the final weeks of pregnancy. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Shower Time, Part Deux! Sarah tackles the big question, "To shower or not to shower for baby #2?" with a resounding YES! She shares how she switched things up from her first shower to make this one more relaxed and low-key, and dives into the brilliant new trend of Nesting Showers. Plus, Sarah discusses pregnant birthdays and unintentionally freaks out an entire restaurant full of people into thinking she's going into labor—good times! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If peeing your pants is cool, consider me Miles Davis! Sarah dives into the realities of 3rd-trimester bladder troubles and shares tips on strengthening your pelvic floor during pregnancy. She also discusses how to prevent diastasis recti, prepare your dog and firstborn for the arrival of a new baby, and offers a Homework assignment to help mentally prepare for birth and postpartum. Resources from the episode: VIDEO: Preventing Diastasis Recti in Pregnancy VIDEO: 10 Minute Prenatal Pelvic Floor Workout for Labor + Delivery Prep  Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com BetterHelp - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting uncomfortable? Sarah dives into the rapid growth spurt of these final months and recounts a morning from hell with her toddler. She also vents about 6-hour golf rounds (seriously?) and shares must-haves for a second-time mom's baby registry! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big thank you to our episode sponsors! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid   MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming to you LIVE from her babymoon, Sarah talks week 29 of pregnancy including the importance of taking it easy, why your partner may have a low libido right now, “lightening crotch" and lots of other fun 3rd trimester things. She'll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the 3rd and final trimester! While the wheels are beginning to fall off, Sarah goes in for everyone's favorite OB appointment - the Glucose Test! With its notorious high fail rate, Sarah spills tips and tricks to help you pass on the first try. Plus, she dives into "camel toe blindness" and other essential topics. Resources from the Episode: vitronC (iron + Vitamin C) Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've made it to the THIRD trimester folks!! We're almost there! Get ready to celebrate with some shots (not the fun kind) at your Week 28 appointment this week. Sarah is here to get you prepped, share her week 28 experience, and fill you in on everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the final week of the second trimester, and Sarah tackles something she's been avoiding all pregnancy... POTTY TRAINING her firstborn! If you're juggling a toddler while preparing for a new baby and wondering whether to potty train before the little one arrives, this episode is for you. Sarah dives into all things potty training—how to spot readiness signs, prep tips before starting, and the exact method she used to get it done. Spoiler alert: lessons were learned, and mistakes were made. Tune in for Sarah's real-life potty training experience and tips in this super helpful episode! Resources from the Episode! Potty training Book Used: Oh Crap! Potty Training Potty Training Book for Bodie: P is for Potty  Mini Potty Toilet Attachment Potty Training Seat with Step Stool Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/bottleservice Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the LAST week of the 2nd Trimester! Sarah tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/bottleservice Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peeing! Peeing all the time. Sarah shares some tricks to cut back on peeing so much in pregnancy and discusses taking care of a toddler on a lack of sleep and minimal caffeine. She also notes nesting differences the 2nd time around, and discusses to doula or not to doula. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/bottleservice Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone else feel like they're cramming for finals? After a big move, Sarah feels like she's falling behind on the mommy prep. She shares some shortcuts, decides to Doula or not to Doula, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Some Resources from the Episode! Blinkist - A secret weapon for digesting parenting books FAST! I'm "reading" "Crib Sheet" "Hypno-Birthing" and "Happiest Baby" Poppy Seed - This is 24/7 Access to Doulas, Midwives & Nurses to help you through pregnancy and postpartum Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors! MANSCAPED - Get 20% off + free shipping with the code bottleservice at Manscaped.com BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/bottleservice Uncommon Goods- Spark something uncommon this holiday! Get 15% off your next gift at uncommongoods.com/bottleservice Green Chef - The #1 Meal Kit for Clean Eating. Go to greenchef.com/bottleservice50 and use code bottleservice50 for 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next two months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holy Braxton Hicks! Sarah discovers that those lovely faux contractions can be more intense after your 1st pregnancy and researches what causes them, how to deal, and when to call the Doctor. She also chats planning your maternity shoot around “peak belly cuteness”, being extra gassy around your inlaws and more! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Big Thank you to our Episode Sponsors! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Everyone's least favorite prenatal appointment...Glucose Testing Time! What even is a Glucose Test? Do we need to take it? And why does everyone seem to hate it so much? Sarah gives us a crash course on what to expect AND shares her own experience to help take some of the uncertainty away! She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling all partners! It's time you started prepping for birth too. This week, Sarah covers everything from navigating pregnancy parking to stretches for hip and back pain. She also tackles the Icy Hot dilemma! Resource from this Episode: 10 Minute Prenatal Stretch for Hips + Lower Body WATCH Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've made it to 6 MONTHS of Pregnancy!!! DO you feel proud? Because you should! We've been preggers for HALF A YEAR and Sarah is here to pump us up and celebrate this milestone. She shares her week 24 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including common symptoms, baby's development, pearls of wisdom she stole from therapy, and tips & tricks for the week Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Sarah chats about '2nd-time Syndrome' for the partners of us preggos. They've been through this before too.. is yours being as attentive as they were in the 1st pregnancy? Sarah also takes matters into her own hands and plans a babymoon with a bestie, discusses the oddity of trying to be a wing woman whilst preggo, and talks about the important task of registering at the hospital! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com   Shop Bottle Service MERCH! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shoutout to all you baby daddies out there! Wondering what you can do to help support your partner through pregnancy? Sarah shares a list of ideas + tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Shop Bottle Service MERCH! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a BUMP OFF! Bravo TV's Lindsay Hubbard joins the show to chat about all things pregnancy. After surprising Summer House fans with her unexpected pregnancy announcement, Lindsay opens up about keeping the news under wraps, navigating a surprise pregnancy in a new relationship, and filming with her ex-fiancé while pregnant (can you even imagine?!). She also spills on her unique pregnancy style, favorite products, and her fears around birth (stars, they're just like us!) Tune in for all the juicy details! From the Episode: Check out the BRAND NEW Bottle Service MERCH! Book your stay at Lindsay's HUBB HOUSE! Want more from our Guest? Lindsay Hubbard @LindsHubbs Watch her on Summer House! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Big Thank you to our Episode Sponsors! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a shocking twist of events, Sarah chats enjoying pregnancy! She also dives into the struggles of being a 'pushover parent' while pregnant, and how your firstborn may start taking advantage of your low energy levels. Spoiler alert: when toddlers realize they've got the upper hand, chaos ensues. Sarah also opens up about the unique challenges of a second pregnancy, like prepping not just for a new baby, but also planning for major transitions for your first child. Resources from today's episode: Oh Crap Potty Training The Belle Method Push Prep Course Hypnobirthing on Audible Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid  

We're feelin' 22 (weeks preggers)! Sarah shares her week 22 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track Some Things I mentioned that have helped! This Pregnancy Pillow Heating pad Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com 

We're in the Big Apple baby! Sarah lives out her pregnancy dream of eating her way through New York City this week. Fittingly, she also discusses gestational diabetes prevention, scoffs at the price of mocktails, chats feeling disconnected from your partner during pregnancy, and tips her hat to the pregnant city girlies.  Resources from the episode:  Find the Maternity Shapewear mentioned and more on Sarah's Amazon List! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs: @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on Amazon Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid  

We've reached the halfway point! Sarah does her week 20 ultrasound appointment and shares some tips and what to expect. As always, she'll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, and tips for the week.Want more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com

Oh, the highs and lows of pregnancy. Sarah shares her week 19 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackSome Things I mentioned that have helped!This Pregnancy Pillowbath thermometer heating padWant more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com

This bonus episode of Black & Published features an episode of the Reed, Write and Create podcast hosted by award-winning author and creative writing coach, Lori L. Tharps. On the podcast, Lori offers bite-sized sessions of creative writing coaching based on the lives and times of our BIPOC literary ancestors, and she interviews successful BIPOC authors who share their stories and strategies for a productive and prolific literary life. This episode features her conversation with author Ibi Zoboi about what it takes to make it in the YA world. Support the showFollow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

Pregnancy is a bit of a rollercoaster and this week Sarah is on a downward spiral. She shares her week 18 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackSome Resources from the Episode This Pregnancy Pillowheating padWant more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Arionne Nettles, author of the book, We Are The Culture: Black Chicago's Influence on Everything. A university lecturer at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism as well as a  culture reporter, Arionne's book is as much a love letter to her city as it is putting the world on notice… that Chicago is the epicenter for all things culture and cool… with receipts. In our conversation, Arionne explains why writing this book was really about asking questions people had been waiting all their lives to answer. Plus… how she balanced Chicago's media reputation with the reality of the home she knows and loves. And… the stories she had to leave on the cutting room floor. Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

WTF is happening to my body? Who is authorizing these changes?! Sarah chats about expanding bellies, gaining weight, unrealistic Instagram Ads, and attempting to work out. She also tells you everything you need to know at week 17 of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackWant more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com

We're (thankfully) coming to the end of an emotional spiral! Sarah chats mental health during pregnancy and her personal experience with Perinatal Depression in BOTH pregnancies. After learning some things the hard way her first time around, she decides to try a new route...But more importantly, Is that an outie belly button?? Sarah discusses some physical changes that occur earlier in the 2nd pregnancy and discusses the nuances of planning a pregnancy announcement for the GramWant more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Marley Spoon! Too tired to plan dinner? Try this premium meal kit that delivers chef-developed recipes and high-quality, fresh ingredients right to your door! Get up to $250 off across your first 5 boxes PLUS free shipping on your first box with code BIGKID. Go to MarleySpoon.com and use code BIGKID

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Julian Randall author of the essay collection The Dead Don't Need Reminding: In Search of Fugitives, Mississippi and Black TV Nerd Shit. Julian, who is also the author of the Cave Canem poetry prize winning collection, Refuse, got their start as a slam poet. In making the transition from the stage to the page they say talking to themselves instead of an audience was difficult. In our conversation, Julian discusses how they use pop culture as a tool to evoke collective memory while also mining their own remembrances and ancestry that led them to actively chose to live.. when at times… all they wanted to do was die.Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

Ohhh the Rollercoaster that is Pregnancy hormones! Sarah talks about feeling extra emo this week, almost hitting someone with her car, and the extra anxiety that can come with pregnancy after loss. Resources from the Episode!Sarah discusses Prenatal Depression and mentions the Perinatal Depression 101 episode with tips from a licensed therapist. Listen here!Want more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Marley Spoon! Too tired to plan dinner? Try this premium meal kit that delivers chef-developed recipes and high-quality, fresh ingredients right to your door! Get up to $250 off across your first 5 boxes PLUS free shipping on your first box with code BIGKID. Go to MarleySpoon.com and use code BIGKID

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Maura Cheecks, author of Acts of Forgiveness. The book is an outgrowth of her 2019 article, for the Atlantic, “American Wealth is Broken” which explores the necessity of reparations for Black families.  Maura was awarded the 2019 Masthead Reporting Residency for The Atlantic's first residency program where she worked on that article.In our conversation Maura explains why she turned to fiction to address the very real critics of the long-stalled federal reparations program. Plus, why she's not ready to take the journey of her character and dig into her own family history. And, why she believes when it comes to writing and publishing a book… authors are both the client and the customer.Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

We've made it to the 2nd Trimester folks!! CONGRATULATIONS! The worst is behind us and it's time to take a collective breath and look ahead to the *golden trimester* (if there is such a thing). Coming out of the trenches of nausea and morning sickness, Sarah discusses the weird sensation of losing weight by this week of pregnancy. She also discusses the perils of opening the refrigerator door, racking up delivery charges, and MOM BUTTResources from the episode: Here is a free Pregnancy/ Postpartum Safe Mom Butt Workout !Want more from Sarah?Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_HallShare some Laughs: @bigkidproblemsCheck out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKPShop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum Must Haves on AmazonFind more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night (or day) of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Melissa Mogollon, author of the novel, OYE. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Melissa is originally from Colombia and was raised in Florida. She now teaches at a boarding school in Rhode Island, where she lives with her partner and dog.In our conversation, Melissa explains the feedback she received for her experimental form and why she refused to change it. Plus, how an obsession with beauty is really a fight for autonomy and power. And, how writing the novel gave Melissa a way to hang out with her grandmother for years after she passed. Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with New York Times Bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi, author of The Children of Anguish and Anarchy, the final installment in the Legacy of Orisha series. As a Nigerian American who came of age in a mostly white community, Tomi says her writing grew out of reckoning with her own internalized self-hatred. In our conversation, she explains how writing herself seen is an act of rebellion and revenge to Hunger Games haters. Plus, how she's helped shift the publishing landscape around Science Fiction and Fantasy in the six years since her debut. And, how the overwhelming sense of her own mortality has fueled her creativity.Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Riss M. Neilson, author of the romance novel,  A Love Like The Sun. A graduate of the Rhode Island College, Riss won the English department's Jean Garrigue Award, which was judged by novelist, Nick White. Her debut young adult novel, Deep in Providence, was a 2022 finalist for the New England Book Awards. In our conversation, Riss explains how she healed herself by writing her own characters. The reason she refuses to stick to one genre in her novels. And, how she persevered in her writing career despite divorce, being a single mom, and being diagnosed with a chronic illness.Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Shenequa Golding, author of the essay collection A Black Girl in the Middle: Essays on (Allegedly) Figuring it All Out. Shenequa's collection is the culmination of what happened after her essay about being Black in the workplace after George Floyd's murder went viral. So viral, Amazon founder and billionaire, Jeff Bezos, reposted it. In our conversation, Shenequa explains why she never thought a book deal was within her reach even though she'd been writing for years. Plus, how she's overcoming her own insecurities. And, why she wants the twenty-somethings coming behind her to remember that grace and anger are not mutually exclusive. Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published we're introducing you to a new show that we love, Reckon True Stories hosted by acclaimed authors Deesha Philyaw and Kiese Laymon. Guests for Season One include writers Roxane Gay, Imani Perry, Alexander Chee, Minda Honey, Hanif Abdurraqib, and Samantha Irby. Reckon True Stories is a celebration of new and classic nonfiction – the essays, journalism, and memoirs that inspire us, that change the world, and help us connect with each other. Show credits: Hosted by Deesha Philyaw & Kiese Laymon Show producers: Dawnie Walton & Mark ArmstrongAssociate producer: Marina LeighEpisode editor: Kelly ArajaProduced by Ursa Story Company in partnership with Reckon News. Reckon Editor In Chief: R.L. NaveUrsa Executive Producers: Dawnie Walton, Deesha Philyaw, and Mark ArmstrongSupport the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Walela Nehanda, author of, Bless the Blood: A Cancer Memoir. As a Black, non-binary, disability justice advocate and stem-cell transplant survivor, Walela's book is an outgrowth of their time and work as a slam poet. In our conversation, Walela, explains why even though their publishing journey may seem like a Cinderella story, they definitely put in their 10,000 hours. The moment they fell in love with poetry. And why their therapist said their life was a documentary on “physical torture.”Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with the authors and illustrators of the children's picture book, The Last Stand. Written by Antwan Eady and illustrated by the brothers Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey, The Last Stand  is a book that honors the legacy and sacrifices of Black farmers by focusing on the joy found in community. In our conversation,  Antwan, Jarrett, and Jerome discuss how they got out of their own way and made sure to write books they enjoy. Plus, why there was a 20 year gap between the Pumphrey brothers' first and second picture book and how the publishing industry has changed in those two decades. And, the three layers Antwan, Jarrett, and Jerome make sure are present in their stories so that everyone can get something out of them no matter where or what age they are in life. Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Avery Cunningham, author of the novel, The Mayor of Maxwell Street. Avery is a resident of Memphis, TN, and a 2016 graduate of DePaul University's Master of Arts Writing & Publishing program. She has over a decade of editorial experience with various literary magazines, small presses, and best-selling authors. In our conversation, Avery discusses how writing about Chicago at the turn of the 20th century was really an opportunity to write about America. Why she says both the Windy City and the U.S.A, are more bento box than melting pot. And, the ultimatum Avery gave herself about writing that was steeped in her own fears and doubts.Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Donna Hemans, author of the novel, The House of Plain Truth. Born in Jamaica and currently residing in the DMV area, Donna is the author of the novels River Woman and Tea by the Sea. Works that all center the Caribbean experience. In our conversation, Donna discusses the book that made her want to be a writer. Plus, the lesson she learned about writing the story you want to tell no matter the pressures of the publishing industry. And why she's still wrestling with how to define and hold on to home. Support the Show.Follow the Show: IG: @blkandpublished Twitter: @BLKandPublished Follow Me:IG: @nikesha_elise Twitter: @Nikesha_Elise Website: www.newwrites.com