A new kind of Pregnancy & Motherhood Podcast! If you used to pop champagne in the clurrrrb and now you’re popping prenatal vitamins, well, you’ve come to the ri...
We all want to feel like ourselves again after having a baby, but recovery takes time—and a little strategy! In this episode, Sarah breaks down what she did differently to recover faster this second time around. From key things she did during pregnancy to smart recovery hacks for the first six weeks. Whether you're in the thick of it or preparing ahead of time, this episode is packed with resources and recovery game-changers!
Some Resources mentioned in this episode:
SRC Surgical Compression Garment
Velcro Belly Band
Ice Packs
Fascia Roller (for c-section massage)
Chiyo Meal Plan - Use code BIGKIDPROBLEMS10 for 10% off!
Early Cesarean Rehab (first 1-2 weeks)
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Intrusive Thoughts, Intimacy Issues, Mom Rage & More Postpartum Surprises w/ Dr. Sarah Oreck! (Part 2)
We're back for Part 2 of our deep dive into postpartum mental health with Dr. Sarah Oreck, and you don’t want to miss this one! Beyond the baby blues and PPD, we’re talking about the stuff you don’t hear enough about—Postpartum Rage, DMER (Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex), and that ever-present Mom Guilt.
We also chat how this can effect our relationships & intimacy, and what to do if your partner is the one experiencing depression or anxiety. This episode is packed with expert advice and honest, judgment-free conversation. Let’s get through this together!
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Postpartum Blues or Something More? Chatting Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Sarah Oreck!
The postpartum period is no joke—hormones are crashing, sleep is nonexistent, and emotions are running high. But how do you know if it’s just the “baby blues” or something more serious? This week, Sarah is deep in the trenches of postpartum and calling in reinforcements.
Enter Dr. Sarah Oreck, a Columbia University-trained, board-certified psychiatrist specializing in reproductive mental health. As the co-founder and CEO of Mavida Health, a medical advisor for Natural Cycles, and a mom of three, she gets it. Dr. Oreck breaks down the most common postpartum mental health struggles, from anxiety to depression, and shares real, practical tools to help you feel more like you again.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone—this episode is here to help!
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From the Trenches! Sibling Introduction + Transitioning from 1 to 2
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!
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Help us Sleep! Crib Transitions, Daylight Savings & More with HeySleepyBaby
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/
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A new kind of Pregnancy & Motherhood Podcast! If you used to pop champagne in the clurrrrb and now you’re popping prenatal vitamins, well, you’ve come to the right place. From the writer and creator of the comedy Instagram and Podcast “Big Kid Problems” comes a brand new show about the roller coaster of Pregnancy and new Motherhood!
For Pregnancy Episodes, scroll on down to the beginning of this podcast and you will find all 40 week-by-weeks of pregnancy with Sarah. Find your week OR start from the beginning and get ready to commiserate with your new preggo bestie!