Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Baby Then What
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| We're Not Going Anywhere: Our Full Story, From Pregnant Bitchez to Baby Then What | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:21:04 | |
Jessie and Amanda, hosts of the Baby Then What podcast, formerly Pregnant Bitchez, get real about motherhood, why they can't film together right now, and why that doesn't mean this is goodbye. They talk about launching Substack, the flood of emails and DMs they've gotten since, and why writing in the in between hours might end up being even more raw than the podcast ever was. Then they go all the way back to the beginning, how this started as Pregnant Bitchez, how it became Baby Then What, and everything that happened this summer. Amanda also gives a first look at a possible solo season with guest moms. If you're pregnant or new to motherhood, this is the perfect place to start. Then go back and listen from episode one for the full story. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@babythenwhat Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5:48 Sex After Baby, Toddler Tantrums, 2 Under 2 & Are We Done Having Kids? The Season 5 Finale Q&A | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:30:02 | |
Season 5 is a wrap, and we're ending it the way we started: with your questions. No filter, no BS. We kick things off by looking back on everything this season was. Amanda had a baby. We recorded in the Bahamas and took a pregnancy test on camera. First-time moms kept reminding us that every journey is different but the feelings are universal. And you guys kept us honest every single week, the good feedback, the bad feedback, and everything in between. We love you for it. Then we get into the Q&A, the questions you texted, Googled at 2am, and slid into our DMs. This week we're answering:
Plus, we have news. We're taking a summer break and will be back in September with new guests, our husbands returning, topics we've never covered, and a few surprises. Our Substacks are launching this summer with bonus Q&As, product reviews, personal stories, and things that don't always fit into a podcast format. And merch, BTW merch or Pregnant Bitches merch? We need your vote. Thank you for Season 5. Genuinely. See you in September. ❤️ Please follow and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Instagram, it makes a bigger difference than you know and helps us keep making this show for you! 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5.47: The Questions You're Googling at 2AM Postpartum (Mom Guilt, Resentment, Identity Loss + More) | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:19:46 | |
We pulled the questions you're actually Googling at 2am, the ones you're too scared to ask out loud, and we're answering all of them, no fluff. In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie tackle your most-submitted postpartum questions: Is it normal not to feel instant love with your baby? Why does mom guilt never go away? Why do you secretly resent your partner postpartum? And what's the real difference between a night nurse and a mother's helper? This is the unfiltered Q&A you've been asking for, the stuff nobody prepares you for, answered honestly. In this episode, we talk about:
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| 5:46 Nobody Warned Us Our Marriage Would Do This: Relationships After Kids, The Honest Version | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:27:01 | |
The two most common DMs we get? "I want to murder my husband" and "mother in law." So we made the episode. This week Amanda and Jessie get into everything that actually happens to your relationship when you have kids, and nobody warns you about. The tier one tier two love shift the moment you hold your baby. The mental load and why just saying "how can I help" doesn't cut it. Why you're both exhausted and both think the other has it easier. The new category of fighting that only exists when you have kids, because now everything is a decision. The touched out conversation and why mat leave and work life are two completely different worlds that are suddenly supposed to merge at 6pm. What real connection actually looks like when you have zero time. And what to actually say to the couple who is really struggling right now, not the therapist answer, the honest one. Plus: we are bringing the husbands back on in September. Comment if you want it. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5:45 Breastfeeding, Pumping & Formula: The Honest Truth Nobody Tells You | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:31:08 | |
Amanda is seven weeks postpartum and officially off her blood pressure medication, and today we're getting into everything breastfeeding, pumping and formula. From the first time they shove the baby on your boob in the hospital, to latching, supply issues, engorgement, mastitis, the boob vibrator that saved Amanda's life, and the combo trifecta that nobody warns you is completely exhausting. We also get into what actually tanks your supply, why you're not losing the baby weight while breastfeeding, the pumping hack most people don't know about, and the one question every mom asks, when is it okay to stop? No judgment here. Just the real stuff. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat breastfeeding tips, pumping breast milk, formula feeding, newborn feeding, postpartum, mastitis, low milk supply, combo feeding, breastfeeding problems, when to stop breastfeeding, pumping schedule, newborn, fourth trimester, mom podcast, postpartum weight loss | |||
| 5:44 The Mind F*ck That Is Postpartum - What Your Body Actually Goes Through | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:30:20 | |
Amanda is officially five weeks postpartum and we are getting into all of it. This week: what happens when postpartum doesn't go to plan, four days in, Amanda's blood pressure spiked, she ended up in the ER sobbing, and the next two weeks were a revolving door of hospitals downtown Toronto. We break down the medication spiral (shoutout to everyone on labetalol, we see you), what OB Med is and why you might need it, and the postpartum stuff nobody puts in the baby books. We cover breast engorgement and milk coming in (the good and the painful), the real reason for your six week checkup (hint: it is not about sex), bleeding, uterine contracting, hemorrhoids, sitz baths, peri bottles, tucks pads, all of it. Plus: postpartum anxiety and depression, the mom guilt that hits hard with older kids at home, and why postpartum is not four weeks, it's two years. If you're pregnant, postpartum, or you've ever grown a human this ones for you! 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5:43 Labour & Delivery Tips, Birth Stories & the Parts Nobody Warns You About. | 28 May 2026 | 00:25:28 | |
Amanda's back, and she's no longer pregnant. This week we're getting into everything labour and delivery: Amanda's third birth at 36 weeks and 6 days, two weeks of daily triage, the moment she refused to leave the hospital, a NICU detour, skin-to-skin, and why advocating for yourself in that room is everything. Plus Jessie revisits her natural birth story, including the part where she pooped on her midwife. We break down our best tips for labour no matter how you're planning to do it: music, gut instincts, when to trust your doctors and when to push back. If you're pregnant, postpartum, or just love a raw birth story, this one's for you. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble, when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun: https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5:42 My Postpartum Hormones Were Wrecked: What the Testing Found & What Finally Fixed It (Part 2) | 21 May 2026 | 00:29:28 | |
Part 2 is here and this is where it gets real. After a year of heavy periods, depleted iron, and being told everything was normal, Jessie finally has answers. She walks through the exact protocol her functional medicine doctor put her on, what it actually did, and what happened after one month. Spoiler: her first normal period in years. She also breaks down the new protocol based on her Gut Zoomer results - parasites, mold in her gut, leaky gut, low butyrate and why functional medicine keeps changing the plan (and why that's actually the point). Plus the non-toxic swaps she's made at home: laundry, cookware, water, skincare, sun protection, coffee makers; not sponsored, not affiliated, just what she actually uses and what her own testing confirmed is working. This one's for the mom who's been told she's fine and knows she's not. This episode covers:
Products Mentioned Testing & Devices
Supplements — April Protocol
Supplements — May/June Protocol
Non-Toxic Swaps
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| 5:41 My Postpartum Hormones Were Wrecked: Parasites, Heavy Periods & Why My Doctors Kept Ignoring Me | 14 May 2026 | 00:28:42 | |
After having kids, Jessie started experiencing extreme postpartum hormone issues that nobody could explain. Heavy periods lasting weeks, exhaustion, brain fog, anemia, hormone imbalances, parasites, detoxing, functional medicine, and feeling completely dismissed by doctors. In this solo episode of Baby Then What, Jessie opens up about the postpartum health journey she’s been quietly dealing with behind the scenes, including the terrifying symptoms she ignored for too long, the parasite cleanse that changed everything, and why she stopped accepting “this is normal postpartum” as an answer. This episode covers:
If you’ve been feeling exhausted, off, hormonal, anxious, depleted, or like your body hasn’t felt the same since having kids, this episode will make you feel a lot less alone. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat #postpartum #hormones #postpartumrecovery #momlife #parasitecleanse #functionalmedicine #heavyperiods #womenshealth #postpartumbody #babythenwhat | |||
| 5:40 The Brutally Honest Q&A Part 2: Pregnancy, Toddler Chaos & The Stuff Nobody Says Out Loud | 07 May 2026 | 00:28:54 | |
We're back. And this one is chaotic. If Part 1 was the emotional one, Part 2 is the real-life, no-filter, how-are-we-surviving-this one. Amanda and Jessie are back answering more of your questions, the messy, funny, and brutally honest ones that every toddler mom and new mom is thinking but nobody answers honestly. This mom podcast episode covers:
No doctors. No perfect answers. Just two moms in it with you. If this episode made you feel seen, send it to a mom who needs it. 🤍 Follow Baby Then What so you don't miss Part 3 and keep sending your questions. Nothing is off limits here. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5:39 Mom Advice Q&A: Emotional Struggles No One Talks About | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:25:09 | |
Mom Advice Q&A: Emotional Struggles No One Talks About You asked. We answered. And honestly? You did not hold back. This week on Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie are answering the real questions moms are afraid to ask, the ones you think but never say out loud. This mom podcast episode covers:
We got so many questions from moms that this had to be split into multiple episodes, so this is Part 1, and it's the emotional one. No doctors. No perfect answers. Just two moms in it with you. If this episode made you feel a little less alone, send it to a mom who needs to hear it. Follow Baby Then What so you don't miss Part 2, and keep sending your questions. Clearly nothing is off limits here. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5.38 : OB vs Midwife: What Nobody Tells You Before You Choose Your Birth Provider | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:32:15 | |
Choosing between an OB and a midwife? Most moms are forced to decide without actually understanding the difference, and it can completely shape your pregnancy, labour, and delivery experience. No one sits you down and explains this. So in this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie become the people they wish they had before their first appointment. They’ve both had experiences with OBs and midwives and not the same every time and that’s exactly the point. Because this decision? 👉 It’s not about what your friend did 👉 It’s not about what your doctor defaulted to 👉 And it’s definitely not something you should choose based on “vibes”
We break down the exact questions you should be asking before choosing your provider, because this is where most people get it wrong. There’s no “right” choice. There’s just the choice that makes you feel safe, supported, and heard. Comment OB or MIDWIFE, which did you choose and why? 📌 And send this to a pregnant friend… because everyone deserves this conversation before that first appointment. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat OB vs midwife, midwife vs OB, pregnancy care options, choosing a midwife, choosing an OB, labour and delivery, birth plan, hospital vs home birth, birth centre, pregnancy podcast, first pregnancy tips, prenatal care | |||
| 5.37 : 0 to 1 vs 1 to 2 Kids: The Hardest Transition No One Prepares You For (+ Deciding on Baby #3) | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:30:16 | |
No one talks about THIS part of motherhood… until you’re in it. In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie get real about the biggest parenting transitions — from 0 to 1, 1 to 2, and preparing for baby #3 — and why the hardest stage might not be what you think. They break down the emotional, physical, and mental load of adding more kids, the shock that hits (especially dads 👀), and the part of motherhood that no one prepares you for. If you're pregnant, thinking about baby #2, or deep in the chaos of multiple kids… this is the episode you need. In this episode, we talk about:
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| 5.36 : Third Trimester, Hospital Bag & Labor Prep: What No One Actually Tells You Before | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:31:20 | |
You're in the third trimester. You're uncomfortable. Someone keeps asking if you've packed your hospital bag and you want to throw something. Same, honestly. This week Amanda and Jessie are getting into the reality of the third trimester, no fluff, no perfectly curated bump photos, just the actual truth about what's happening to your body, your brain, and your to-do list before this baby arrives. Amanda is 34 weeks pregnant with her third baby and sharing what feels completely different this time, how she's preparing for labor with two kids already running chaos at home, and what she's actually doing (and not doing) differently. In this episode:
Because the third trimester is overwhelming, uncomfortable, and full of unknowns — and you deserve someone to be honest with you about it. You're not alone in this stage. Promise. This episode is for moms navigating the third trimester, preparing for labor, and getting ready to meet their baby. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat third trimester, 34 weeks pregnant, hospital bag essentials, labor and delivery, what to expect third trimester, pregnancy podcast, preparing for birth, baby #3, mom life, motherhood podcast, pregnancy tips, postpartum prep | |||
| 5.35 :Siblings Sharing a Room: Toddler Sleep, Bunk Bed Chaos & Bedtime Survival | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:24:34 | |
You thought getting one kid to sleep was hard. Cute. Now you've got two. Same room. Different schedules. One of them is definitely going to wake the other one up at 11pm and you will lose your mind. Amanda and Jessie are talking all things siblings sharing a room, because someone has to, and it might as well be two moms who've lived it and survived (barely). In this episode:
Because motherhood at this stage is chaotic, nobody warned you, and you deserve someone to laugh about it with. 👶 New here? Baby Then What is the podcast for moms in the stage after the newborn bubble when everyone stops checking on you but things somehow get harder. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat siblings sharing a room, kids sharing a room, toddler sleep, bedtime routine kids, transitioning toddler to bed, bunk beds kids, room sharing toddlers, parenting multiple kids, 2 under 3, 3 kids transition, motherhood podcast | |||
| 5.34 : Going Back to Work After Baby: Mom Guilt, Daycare Drop-Offs & Identity | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:23:45 | |
Going back to work after having a baby hits differently than anyone prepares you for. The guilt.The daycare drop-offs.The feeling that you’re failing at everything all at once. In this solo episode of Baby Then What, Jessie answers real questions from moms who are in the thick of it, navigating maternity leave, returning to work, and trying to figure out who they are now. Because this isn’t just about going back to work.It’s about identity, ambition, guilt, and learning how to exist in two completely different worlds at once. In this episode, Jessie talks about:
You can be ambitious and exhausted. You can love your kids and still want more for yourself. Both can exist at the same time. “If this made you feel seen, follow the show and save this episode so you can come back to it.” 🎧 Listen now and share this with a mom who needs it. Honest conversations for modern moms figuring it out in real time. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat
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| 5.33 : You Can Love Your Kids and Still Miss Your Old Life (What We Wish We Knew About Motherhood) | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:28:43 | |
You can love your kids, and still miss your old life. No one fully prepares you for how much becoming a mom changes you. Not just your schedule, but your identity, relationships, emotions, and sense of self. In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie talk about the things they wish they knew before becoming mothers, from grieving your old life and navigating identity loss, to bonding expectations, mom guilt, overstimulation, loneliness after baby, and the emotional weight of early motherhood. This episode covers: • Motherhood identity shift If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, invisible, touched out, or questioned whether you’re doing enough, you’re not broken. You’re adjusting. Because motherhood isn’t about losing yourself, it’s about rebuilding. “If this made you feel seen, follow the show and save this episode so you can come back to it.” 🎧 Listen now and share this with a mom who needs it. Honest conversations for modern moms figuring it out in real time. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat unpopular mom opinions motherhood podcast newborn stage toddler life mom guilt marriage after kids parenting podcast real motherhood postpartum emotions touched out mom survival mom mental load identity after kids relationship after baby mom burnout social media and motherhood parenting honesty relatable mom podcast | |||
| 5.32 : Picky Eating, Food Guilt & Diet Culture: What We’re Doing Differently With Our Kids | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:25:42 | |
Why did dessert feel illegal growing up, and how does that affect the way we feed our kids now? In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie unpack the food rules they were raised with, clean plate club pressure, labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” sneaking snacks, and the food guilt many millennial moms still carry. Now raising toddlers, they talk about picky eating stress, toddler nutrition anxiety, Instagram lunchbox pressure, and the challenge of building a healthy relationship with food without repeating diet culture parenting patterns. This conversation covers: • Picky eating toddlers Because some days are nuggets. Some days are broccoli. And everyone survives. If you’ve ever stressed about vegetables, felt judged over snacks, or worried about “doing it wrong” with toddler eating, this one’s for you. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat unpopular mom opinions motherhood podcast newborn stage toddler life mom guilt marriage after kids parenting podcast real motherhood postpartum emotions touched out mom survival mom mental load identity after kids relationship after baby mom burnout social media and motherhood parenting honesty relatable mom podcast | |||
| 5.31 : What Baby & Toddler Gear Is ACTUALLY Worth It? (And What’s a Waste of Money) | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:44:00 | |
What baby gear is actually worth it, and what’s just marketing? Baby #3 Reset: What I’m Rebuying, Keeping & Skipping In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie break down the real, honest truth about baby and toddler gear after multiple kids. No sponsorships. No brand pressure. Just what we’ve used, what we’d buy again, and what we regret spending money on. We cover: If you’re building a registry, pregnant with your first, or heading into baby #3, this episode will save you money. Because expensive doesn’t always mean better. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat unpopular mom opinions motherhood podcast newborn stage toddler life mom guilt marriage after kids parenting podcast real motherhood postpartum emotions touched out mom survival mom mental load identity after kids relationship after baby mom burnout social media and motherhood parenting honesty relatable mom podcast | |||
| 5.30 : Marriage After Kids: The Roommate Phase, Resentment & Intimacy Shifts | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:27:00 | |
Marriage after kids feels different, and no one really prepares you for how much it changes. In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie talk honestly about marriage after kids: the roommate phase, resentment creeping in, mental load imbalance, feeling like coworkers instead of partners, and how intimacy shifts when you’re exhausted and touched out. They share real stories from postpartum survival mode, navigating identity shifts, communication breakdowns, and the emotional whiplash that comes with becoming parents. If you’ve ever wondered: This conversation will feel deeply familiar. Strong marriages aren’t perfect, they adapt. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple & YouTube. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5.29 : Mom Q&A: Postpartum, Marriage, Sleep Training & Toddler Chaos | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:25:40 | |
In this listener Q&A episode, Amanda and Jessie answer the real questions moms are actually asking, from postpartum identity and marriage after kids to sleep training, budgeting on maternity leave, and surviving toddler chaos. They talk honestly about age gaps and timing baby #2, second baby showers, postpartum hair loss, parenting disagreements, sex after baby, bedtime with a toddler and newborn, sleep training, dream feeds, returning to work, birth control, redesigning your home for kids… and yes, toddler shoes. No experts. No perfection. Just real talk about pregnancy, postpartum, marriage, money, and raising little kids. If you’re navigating early motherhood, toddler life, or the identity shift that comes with becoming a parent, this episode will feel like sitting down with friends who get it. Honest conversations for modern moms figuring it out in real time. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat postpartum identity, marriage after kids, sleep training toddlers, budgeting on maternity leave, returning to work after baby, parenting disagreements, toddler bedtime routines, postpartum hair loss, early motherhood struggles, baby sleep questions | |||
| 5.28 : Raising Kids in a Digital World: Screen Time & Modern Parenting | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:21:55 | |
Raising kids today looks nothing like how we grew up, and most of us are figuring it out in real time. In this episode, Amanda and Jessie talk honestly about parenting in a digital world filled with screens, iPads, FaceTime, and toddlers who can scroll before they can dress themselves. They unpack the guilt, survival moments, and constant balancing act of using technology without letting it take over. From screen time meltdowns and attention spans to social media boundaries and future phone anxiety, this is a real conversation about what it means to raise young kids surrounded by technology. No shame, no perfection, just parents trying to create balance while navigating modern motherhood. If you’ve ever handed over an iPad just to drink your coffee hot… this episode is for you 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat screen time parenting, raising kids in a digital world, toddler screen time, parenting and technology, social media and kids, digital parenting challenges, modern motherhood and screens, attention span and toddlers, parenting boundaries with technology | |||
| 5.27 : Unpopular Mom Opinions We’re Done Hiding (Newborns, Toddlers, Marriage & Mom Guilt) | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:33:30 | |
This episode might get us cancelled. Today we’re sharing the unpopular mom opinions we usually keep in our heads, about babies, toddlers, mom guilt, marriage after kids, and the pressure to love every single stage of motherhood. We talk about: This is not advice. If you’ve ever thought: You’re not alone. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat unpopular mom opinions | |||
| 5.26: Labour Fears, Hair Loss & Potty Training: Amanda’s Mom Q&A | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:18:32 | |
In this solo Q&A episode, Amanda answers your real pregnancy and mom-life questions, from labour fears and postpartum hair loss to potty training, pregnancy with two kids, and surviving first birthday emotions. She shares honest, real-life answers about: • Transitioning from one kid to two • Labour nerves and VBAC fears • Postpartum hair loss and recovery • Pregnancy with toddlers • Potty training • First birthday emotions • Favourite nursing and maternity basics No experts. No perfect advice. Just honest answers from a mom of two with her third on the way. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in toddler chaos, this one’s for you. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat Keywords: pregnancy podcast, anatomy scan, gender reveal, second trimester, mom life, motherhood, parenting, pregnancy emotions, pregnancy anxiety | |||
| 5.25: Second Trimester Part 2: Anatomy Scan, Gender Reveal & Holiday Survival | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:26:47 | |
In this solo episode of Baby Then What, Amanda shares a real and emotional pregnancy update — from her anatomy scan and gender reveal to surviving the holidays with kids and navigating the second trimester. She opens up about pregnancy anxiety, mixed emotions, parenting while pregnant, and the moments no one prepares you for. This episode is about the feelings no one talks about: gender shock, uncertainty, excitement, guilt, and learning how to hold it all at once. Plus, Amanda answers listener questions about: If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in mom life and feeling all the feelings — this episode will make you feel seen. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow Baby Then What for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat Keywords: pregnancy podcast, anatomy scan, gender reveal, second trimester, mom life, motherhood, parenting, pregnancy emotions, pregnancy anxiety | |||
| 5.24: The Real Truth About the Second Trimester: Why You Feel Better but Still Anxious | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:27:02 | |
Everyone says the second trimester is the “easy” one, more energy, less nausea, and that pregnancy glow. So why do so many moms still feel anxious, uncomfortable, and unsure during trimester 2? In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie get brutally honest about the real truth of the second trimester, especially now that Amanda is pregnant with baby #3. We talk about: – Second trimester symptoms no one warns you about – Why anxiety often increases (even when you “feel better”) – Body changes, weight gain fears, and bump comparison – Anatomy scan nerves and worrying when you don’t feel movement yet – Pregnancy emotions no one prepares you for – What actually helped us feel calmer and more grounded in trimester 2 – What we’re doing differently this time around If you’re in your second trimester and wondering “Is this normal?” — you’re not alone. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday. Follow Baby Then What for real motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum conversations without the fluff. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5.23: Postpartum Unfiltered: Sex, Weight Loss, Marriage, Pumping & Feeling Stuck After Baby | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:31:30 | |
Postpartum is messy, physically, mentally, emotionally , and no one tells you the truth until you’re already in it. In this unfiltered postpartum Q&A episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie answer the real questions moms are asking but rarely say out loud: sex after baby, postpartum weight loss, marriage changes, pumping, mental health, and that overwhelming Groundhog Day feeling where every day feels the same. We talk honestly about: If you’re bleeding, leaking, rage-texting your partner, questioning your body, or wondering when you’ll feel like yourself again, this episode is for you. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat | |||
| 5.22: Life Lately: Pregnancy, Motherhood, Burnout & What’s Actually Going On | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:29:31 | |
Motherhood doesn’t stay the same, and neither do we. In this episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie share a real life update on pregnancy, motherhood, burnout, and what’s actually going on behind the scenes. From being pregnant with baby #3, to navigating different stages of motherhood, to emotional exhaustion, mental load, and identity shifts, this episode is raw, honest, and deeply relatable. We talk about:
If you’ve ever felt like you should “have it figured out by now” you’re not alone. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube. 💛 Book a 1:1 call with us for registry help, postpartum support, or a safe place to vent, every call includes free resources. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat Life update motherhood Pregnant with baby #3 Mom burnout Postpartum mental health Motherhood mental load Pregnancy podcast Mom life podcast Real motherhood Motherhood burnout Parenting podcast Pregnancy and motherhood Life update podcast Mom podcast real talk Baby Then What | |||
| 5.21: What We Wish We Knew Before Our First Baby: Postpartum, Newborn Realities & Baby #3 Lessons | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:39:13 | |
Welcome back to Baby Then What, today we’re talking about all the things we wish we knew before becoming moms for the first time… now that baby #3 is officially on the way. From delusional sleep expectations to Pinterest-mom fantasies, postpartum shocks, newborn chaos, relationship meltdowns, mental load guilt, and letting go of control, we’re unpacking the motherhood lessons we learned the very, very hard way. If you’re pregnant, TTC, deep into postpartum, or just quietly spiraling at 2am… this one hits home. • What we believed before baby #1 (and why we laugh now) We’re answering questions like: “Did motherhood look anything like what you imagined?” And of course… things we wish someone whispered in our ears before the first baby arrived, the honest, messy, unfiltered realities that only moms understand. Because spoiler: you don’t become a mom in one moment. It’s a slow build, a thousand heartbreaks, a thousand miracles, and a version of yourself you didn’t know existed. If you ever said: Then this episode is literally for you. New episodes every Thursday. Follow @baby.then.what for daily mom chaos. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Free Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat Motherhood lessons, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding truths, mental load, relationship after kids, newborn stage, motherhood expectations vs reality, baby #3 pregnancy, TTC, motherhood community, surviving the first year, things I wish I knew before having a baby. | |||
| 5.20: Toddler Negotiations 101: Why They’re Winning & We’re Losing (Tantrums, Power Struggles + Chaos) | 27 Nov 2025 | 00:25:21 | |
This week, Amanda & Jessie are breaking down a universal truth: toddlers run the house.
We’re answering: Plus our real-life daily battles: And our “expert” pointers (aka survival tips): And of course… your toddler negotiation confessions. If you’ve ever found yourself debating with someone who eats crayons, this episode is for you. New episodes every Thursday.
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| 5.19: You Asked, We Answered - The Rawest Mom Q&A: Sleep, Speech, Sex, TTC, Anger, Pelvic Floor & Baby #3 Chaos | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:31:33 | |
In this week’s episode of Baby Then What, Amanda and Jessie dive into a brutally honest listener Q&A covering the topics moms are actually struggling with — sleep training, regressions, feeding battles, postpartum rage, pelvic floor recovery, speech delays, TTC timing, sex after baby, car setup for 3 kids, walking milestones, and everything in between. No experts, no judgment — just two moms keeping it real, answering your rawest questions with honesty, humor, and the chaos you expect from the Baby Then What universe. Whether you’re in the trenches of newborn life, navigating toddlerhood, crying in your bathroom, or considering baby #3… this episode is for you. Topics we cover: Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube — new episodes every Thursday Toronto moms — The Mom Talk is back! 🎟️ Join us Nov 27 at CREEDS Coffee for an unfiltered night of real talk, raw stories, and a local shopping market.🎟️ Get your tickets at https://innermomco.myflodesk.com/momtalknovember and use code MOMTALK5 for $5 off! Catch up on all episodes from pregnancy to postpartum to toddler life and beyond. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat Motherhood podcast, postpartum rage, sleep regression help, baby milestones, late walking baby, speech delay mom advice, pelvic floor recovery, TTC after baby, age gap planning, postpartum sex, baby refusing milk, 2 kids to 3 kids tips, room sharing toddlers, car seat setup 3 kids, real mom Q&A, Baby Then What podcast | |||
| 5.18: Baby Milestones, Marriage, and Mental Breakdowns: The Q&A You Didn’t Know You Needed | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:32:10 | |
In this real, raw, and hysterically honest Q&A, Amanda and Jessie answer the questions moms are actually asking about baby milestones, marriage after kids, friendships, fertility, and trying to stay sane through it all. If you’ve ever googled “why is my baby not rolling yet?” or “how long do I have to share a room with this child?” this one’s for you. We cover: Whether you’re in the thick of the newborn trenches or knee-deep in toddler chaos, this episode will make you laugh, cry, and feel so seen. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube, and follow @babythenwhat for daily mom chaos, community, and unfiltered conversations. Toronto moms — The Mom Talk is back! 🎟️ and use code MOMTALK5 for $5 off! Catch up on all episodes from pregnancy to postpartum to toddler life and beyond. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat baby milestones, postpartum marriage, motherhood podcast, TTC after baby, baby reflux, daycare transition, mom life podcast, secondary infertility, baby development, real mom talk, relationships after kids, motherhood unfiltered, new mom tips, fertility journey, pregnancy podcast | |||
| 5.17: Going Back to Work After Baby: Daycare, Mom Guilt & Finding Balance | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:31:42 | |
No one warns you how emotional going back to work after baby really is - the daycare drop-offs, the mom guilt, the identity crisis, the baby brain… it’s a lot. In this week’s episode, Amanda & Jessie get real about what it’s actually like to return to work after maternity leave - from the mental prep and the daycare germs to the guilt of loving your job and missing your baby at the same time. We talk about: If you’ve ever cried in your car after daycare drop-off, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen to Baby Then What - the podcast for moms figuring it out one chaotic day at a time. Catch up on all episodes from pregnancy to postpartum to toddler life and beyond. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com going back to work after baby, postpartum return to work, daycare transition, working mom podcast, mom guilt, motherhood identity, maternity leave, daycare drop-off, new mom advice, first week back at work, mom life balance, working motherhood, career after kids, postpartum mental health, stay-at-home vs working mom, self-care for moms, balancing work and motherhood, emotional side of going back to work, baby then what podcast, toronto moms podcast, canadian motherhood podcast | |||
| 5.16: Surprise Pregnancy Reveal: First Trimester Symptoms, Chaos & Real Mom Talk | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:31:09 | |
Morning Sickness, Secrets, and Shock - The Real First Trimester Talk Surprise… someone’s pregnant. And for real this time In this episode, Amanda & Jessie dive into the first trimester rollercoaster - the shock, the symptoms, the cravings, the exhaustion, and the chaos of keeping it all together with two kids already running around. Amanda shares how she found out, what made this pregnancy feel totally different from her first two, and how she’s surviving the early weeks while pretending to be “fine.” Jessie jumps in with her own first-trimester memories, the things no one talks about, and what it’s like supporting your best friend through another baby season. From nausea, hormones, and weird cravings to the mental load of early pregnancy, this episode is real, raw, and exactly what every mom in the trenches needs to hear. 🎧 If you’re in your first trimester right now , you’re not alone, you’re not crazy, you’re just pregnant. Baby Then What is where real motherhood gets a mic - no sugarcoating, no filters, just truth, laughter, and connection. Catch up on all episodes from pregnancy to postpartum to toddler life and beyond. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com pregnancy podcast, first trimester, pregnancy symptoms, early pregnancy, new pregnancy, mom life podcast, motherhood podcast, baby then what, Amanda Halpern, Jessie Benoliel, morning sickness, pregnancy nausea, pregnancy exhaustion, pregnancy cravings, real mom talk, motherhood unfiltered, expecting mom podcast | |||
| 5.15: Best Prenatal Vitamins: Real Mom Reviews, No Sponsorship, No BS | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:22:21 | |
Picking a prenatal vitamin shouldn’t feel like a full-time job, but somehow it does. One doctor says one thing, the internet swears by another, and every brand claims theirs is the best. No wonder every mom is confused. In this episode, Amanda & Jessie break down what real moms actually take, from Thorne and NFH Prenatal SAP to PregVit, Perelel, Nature’s Made, and the gummy options we pretend are candy. They read listener submissions, share their own experiences, and talk nausea, cost, and the chaos of remembering to take that horse pill every day. ⚠️ No medical advice, no paid opinions, just real talk from moms figuring it out too. 🎧 Because “fed is best” starts with mom being sane enough to swallow the vitamin. Catch up on all episodes from pregnancy to postpartum to toddler life and beyond. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com prenatal vitamin podcast, pregnancy podcast, best prenatal vitamins, pregnancy supplements, first trimester nausea, real mom advice, motherhood podcast, pregnancy health, prenatal comparison, Baby Then What podcast, | |||
| 5.14: Contradicting Parenting Advice: Because Everyone’s Suddenly an Expert | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:38:47 | |
One doctor says “never wake a sleeping baby.” The next says “you have to wake them to feed.” In this week’s episode, Amanda & Jessie unpack the chaos of modern motherhood, sleep training, feeding debates, and the endless stream of contradicting mom advice that leaves parents wondering what’s actually right. From BLW vs. purees, co-sleeping vs. crib, and potty training timelines, to the mom guilt that creeps in no matter what you do, we’re diving into the mental overload that comes with everyone suddenly being an “expert.” Plus: we read your hilarious and horrifying submissions for the worst parenting advice you’ve ever gotten, and play a rapid-fire game of “helpful or BS” that every new mom, toddler mom, and exhausted parent will relate to. Because no matter what side you pick : sleep, solids, or screen time, someone will tell you you’re wrong. 🎧 Real moms. Real contradictions. Zero judgment. Amazon Faves Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com More Shopping Fun https://shopmy.us/shop/babythenwhat parenting podcast, motherhood podcast, mom life, new mom advice, parenting humor, sleep training tips, feeding baby, baby-led weaning, toddler parenting, postpartum talk, contradicting advice, mom guilt, motherhood unfiltered, real mom stories, Baby Then What podcast, | |||
| 5.13: From Diapers to Undies: Potty Training 2–4 Year Olds | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:27:18 | |
Every parent swears their kid will be potty trained by two… until reality hits. In this episode, Amanda and Jessie break down the chaos, comedy, and pressure of potty training. From myths and milestones to accidents and regressions, they share what really happens when you ditch the diapers. Hear them unpack:
Whether you’re in the middle of potty training or gearing up for it, this honest, unfiltered conversation will make you laugh and feel a lot less alone. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.12: Is My Toddler’s Behavior Normal? | FAFO Parenting & Preschool Chaos Explained | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:28:22 | |
In this raw + funny episode, we break down what’s actually typical toddler/preschool behavior and what might be a sign to check in with your pediatrician. Through the lens of FAFO parenting (they mess around, they learn, we clean up), we unpack meltdowns, biting, ignoring their name, clingy phases, and more. You’ll hear: Real talk, zero judgment, and a reminder your kid isn’t broken—they’re just becoming. What is FAFO parenting? Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.11 : Postpartum Anxiety Is Real w (Guest: Maddie Muhs) | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:29:58 | |
Postpartum depression gets the spotlight… but postpartum anxiety (PPA)? It’s just as real, just as brutal, and way less talked about. In this raw, funny, and painfully honest convo with Maddie Muhs (motherhood creator and mom who’s lived it), we unpack what PPA actually looks like, when it hits, and how to get real help. What you’ll hear:
Who this is for: new moms, moms-to-be, partners who want to help, and anyone who’s ever stared at a sleeping baby to make sure they’re breathing (same). If this sounds like you, you’re not broken and you’re not alone. Share this with a mom friend who might need it today. Note: This episode includes open discussion of mental health and medication. It’s not medical advice, please talk to your doctor or a qualified provider if you need support. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.10: Starting Solids & Baby-Led Weaning — Purees, Gagging & What Nobody Tells You | 04 Sep 2025 | 00:26:02 | |
Everyone talks about starting solids for babies, but nobody warns you how overwhelming it feels when your baby is actually in the high chair. Purees or baby-led weaning? Choking vs. gagging? Why does every meal feel like a Google spiral of panic? This week we’re breaking down the messy, nerve-wracking, and sometimes hilarious reality of feeding babies—the good, the bad, and the sticky. We cover:
If you’re about to start solids, knee-deep in it, or crying over the splat mat on your floor… this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen in and laugh/cry with us, because feeding your baby shouldn’t feel like an exam. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.9: Daycare Sickness & Back-to-School Germs , Why Your Kid Is Always Sick | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:25:51 | |
Sniffles. Fevers. Antibiotics. Repeat. If it feels like your kid has been sick longer than they’ve been alive, you’re not alone. Welcome to the daycare sickness cycle—a.k.a. the Germ Olympics of back-to-school season. This week, we dive into the messy, exhausting reality of daycare germs, preschool bugs, and school colds that take down the whole family. We talk about:
If you’ve ever started daycare and wondered if you accidentally signed up for a science experiment—or panicked about your newborn catching every bug—this one’s for you. 🎧 Hit play, laugh/cry with us, and know you’re not alone in the chaos. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.8: Sleep Training Methods — Cry It Out vs Gentle Sleep (and Why You’re Not Failing) | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:36:59 | |
We get asked about sleep training methods constantly—what worked, what didn’t, and whether we still believe in any of it. So here we go: a full episode dedicated to the most controversial nap of all time. From cry-it-out sleep training to contact naps, gentle sleep training to white noise machines duct-taped to the crib (yep, we’ve been there), we’re breaking down what sleep training actually is, the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it, and why the pressure to “get it right” can feel so intense. Whether you’re team “schedule everything” or just trying to survive, this is for every mom who’s ever googled “is my baby broken at 2am?” You’re not alone. And yes—you will sleep again. 🎧 Listen for:
If you’re rocking a baby in the dark wondering if you’re doing it all wrong—this one’s for you. You’re not failing. You’re just f*cking exhausted. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.7: Hangovers, Babysitters, and Mom Guilt: Our Relationship with Going Out | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:23:58 | |
You beg for a night out. You finally get one. You book the sitter. You shave your legs. You actually put on real pants. You go out. We’re talking:
And of course, we ask the realest question of all: Is it even f*cking worth it? Spoiler: sometimes yes, sometimes hell no. This is a must-listen for every mom who’s ever tried to reclaim a night out, only to end up wondering if it was worth the babysitter, the brain fog, and the emotional spiral. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.6: Things We Swore We’d Never Do… Until We Had Kids (aka Sht We Said We’d Never Do as Moms - But Here We Are) | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:26:22 | |
“My kid will never have screen time.” “I’ll never yell.” “They’ll eat what we eat.” Cut to us three years later: handing over the iPad with one hand and wiping a booger with the other. This week on Baby Then What, we’re dragging our pre-mom selves and laughing (…crying?) at all the things we said we’d never do, until we did. Because once you’re in the thick of it? All bets are off. We’re talking: • The lies we told ourselves before kids • The chaos we now fully embrace (Paw Patrol, bribes, cold coffee and all) • That exact moment you realize… oh sh*t, I’m that mom • Why it’s time to stop judging and start surviving If you’ve ever done something you swore you’d never do, welcome. You’re one of us. A must-listen for moms navigating modern parenting, survival mode, and the messy in-between. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.5: Gender Disappointment: Shock, Guilt & Healing When It’s Not the Baby You Imagined | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:29:01 | |
We’ve all heard it: “As long as the baby is healthy…” But what about when it’s not the gender you were hoping for? This week, we’re diving into the quiet, complicated reality of gender disappointment in pregnancy—a totally normal experience that so many moms are too ashamed to admit. We unpack the shock, guilt, and shame spiral that can hit hard when the baby isn’t the gender you dreamed of. We talk about:
If you’ve ever felt sadness, guilt, or grief about your baby’s gender—you are not a bad mom. You’re not alone, and this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen in for the raw, unfiltered truth about gender disappointment, mom guilt, and healing. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com Amazon Faves: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/baby.then.what?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_2F8R9R0YSYYZ7SZDFZ72 | |||
| 5.4: Toddler Tantrums, Preschool Picks & Chaos: What No One Tells You About Ages 2–4 | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:25:31 | |
Welcome to the toddler trenches—ages 2 to 4, a.k.a. the “are you still a baby or just my drunkest roommate?” phase. This is the season where toddler tantrums, preschool choices, and feral energy collide… and granola bars can break your spirit. In this episode, we get into:
Plus: our personal chaos updates—like panic-enrolling in camp at 11:59 PM, pretending we love how our toddlers “fold” laundry, and wondering if anyone’s kid actually sits still. If you’re deep in toddler chaos or bracing for it soon, consider this your group chat with moms who get it—no filter, no shame, just here to remind you you’re not insane. 🎧 For every parent Googling “why is my toddler like this?”—this one’s for you. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.3: Newborn Must-Haves (and What We Totally Regret Buying) | 12 Jun 2025 | 00:26:35 | |
Welcome to our no-BS guide to newborn essentials. In this episode, we’re breaking down the baby gear we actually used and loved—and the things that made us question all our life choices. From bottles and breast pumps to crib mattresses, swaddles, pacifiers, and yes…the infamous wipe warmer, we’re sharing what worked, what didn’t, and what you can skip entirely. We cover:
Real talk from two moms, four kids, and way too many Amazon orders. If you’re pregnant, building a baby registry, or in the newborn trenches—this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen in for the ultimate baby registry must-haves vs newborn regrets. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| Pregnancy Test Prank Gone Wrong — One Came Back Positive?! | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:13:56 | |
What started as a lighthearted pregnancy test prank for content… turned into absolute chaos. We accidentally switched tests, and one came back positive. So… one of us is pregnant. But whose test is it? And what do we even do now?! In true Baby Then What fashion, this episode is wild, emotional, a little unhinged, and kind of the perfect metaphor for motherhood: nothing goes to plan, and you’re just along for the ride. We’re bringing you behind the scenes of the moment it all went down:
If you’ve ever taken a test “just to be sure,” had a pregnancy scare, or been blindsided by a result—you’ll get it. 🎧 Hit play for the reveal (worth it!) and then share your own pregnancy test story—the surprises, the scares, the joy, the chaos. | |||
| 5.2: Real Mom Q&A (Part 2): Postpartum Hormones, Toddler Chaos & Growing Your Family | 29 May 2025 | 00:37:47 | |
We’re back this week for another round of your real mom questions—the ones you’ve texted, Googled, or slid into our DMs with. In this unfiltered Q&A, we’re diving deeper into the messy, raw stuff you’re too tired (or too scared) to ask out loud. In this episode, we get into:
This is the stuff no one preps you for, and we’re here to talk about it—no filter, no shame, just figuring it out together. 🎧 Hit play for real mom stories, support, and answers you won’t find in a Google search. 💡 This episode is sponsored by Everydae — a wellness brand built by moms, for moms. Their bestselling supplement, Mood, is designed to help you feel calm, balanced, and like yourself again with clean, science-backed ingredients like ashwagandha, magnesium, and maca. No fillers, no junk—just real support. Use code BTW15 at Everydae for 15% off your first order. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||
| 5.1: Real Mom Q&A (Part 1): Postpartum Resentment, Baby Travel Tips, Mom Guilt & In-Law Drama | 22 May 2025 | 00:33:20 | |
We asked, you delivered—and now we’re answering your most unfiltered, honest, and hilarious questions. In this Q&A kickoff to Season 5, nothing’s off-limits: from postpartum resentment to baby travel hacks, mom guilt to in-law drama, and why the “roommate phase” in marriage is way too real. Oh, and by the way—Pregnant Bitchez is now Baby Then What. Why the change? Because this isn’t just a pregnancy podcast anymore. We’re covering every stage of motherhood—from the first positive test to toddler chaos and everything after. Same hosts, same energy… just a name that finally makes sense. In this episode, we cover:
Whether you’re in the newborn fog or just trying to pee alone—we got you. 💡 This episode is sponsored by Everydae — a wellness brand built by moms, for moms. Their bestselling supplement, Mood, is designed to help you feel calm, balanced, and like yourself again with clean, science-backed ingredients like ashwagandha, magnesium, and maca. No fillers, no junk—just real support. Use code BTW15 at Everydae for 15% off your first order. Instagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then What Resources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com | |||