5.11 : Postpartum Anxiety Is Real w (Guest: Maddie Muhs)
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:The many faces of PPA: racing thoughts, doom-scroll brain, hyper-vigilance, sleep spiralsWhen it shows up (hint: not always right away) and why it can blindside youOur personal “yep, anxiety was driving” moments (baby monitor FBI energy, anyone?)What helps: therapy, community, partner support, and—yes—medication when neededBreaking the stigma so moms stop suffering in silenceWho 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.Amazon FavesInstagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then WhatResources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com
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5.10: Starting Solids & Baby-Led Weaning : What Nobody Tells You
Everyone talks about starting solids, but nobody warns you how utterly overwhelming it feels when it’s actually your baby in the high chair. Purees? 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 starting solids, the good, the bad, and the sticky.We cover:The before the first bite anxiety spiral (aka “what the hell do I feed them first?”)BLW vs. purees — benefits, struggles, and why BLW really means “let your baby destroy your dining room”What’s actually normal (spoiler: gagging, mess, and food play are part of learning)Mom confessions: dirt > broccoli, crying over peanut butter, and crime-scene first food photosPractical stuff you really need (high chair gear, easy starter foods, allergen tips)Big picture reassurance: milk/formula is still the main nutrition under 1, and you don’t need three meals a day right awayIf you’re about to start solids, in the middle of it, or crying over the splat mat on your floor… this one’s for you.🎧 Listen in and laugh/cry along with us, because feeding your baby shouldn’t feel like an exam.Amazon FavesInstagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then WhatResources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com
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5.9 : Daycare Sickness and Back-to-School Germs: Why Your Kid Is Always Sick
Sniffles, fevers, antibiotics, repeat. If it feels like your kid has been sick longer than they’ve been alive, you are not alone. This week, we’re diving headfirst into the germ Olympics that is back-to-school season and the reality of starting daycare.We talk about:- The endless sick-day spiral (and those dreaded daycare emails)- Work guilt, canceled meetings, and “whose job is more flexible?” arguments- What to do when your toddler brings home germs to your newborn (or younger siblings)- The mental toll of zero sleep, extra screen time, and mom guilt- The pressure to “keep it together” when all you want to do is scream- What’s actually normal when it comes to kids, colds, and school programsIf you’ve ever started daycare and wondered if you accidentally signed up for a science experiment, or panicked about your newborn catching the big sibling’s daycare bug, this one’s for you.Hit play, commiserate with us, and know you’re not alone in the chaos.Amazon FavesInstagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then WhatResources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com
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5.8: Sleep Training: The Most Controversial Nap You’ll Ever Take
We get asked about sleep training 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 to contact naps, gentle sleep to white noise machines duct-taped to the crib (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 episode 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:What worked (and flopped) for us Myths we believedThe guilt, the judgment, the desperationReal talk on pressure, comparison, and evolving with your babyIf 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.Amazon FavesInstagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then WhatResources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com
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5.7: Hangovers, Babysitters, and Mom Guilt: Our Relationship with Going Out
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: Why going out feels like a full-time job nowThat weird pressure to “just have fun!” even when you’re dead inside Drinking for the wrong reasons (and regretting it instantly)Next-morning mom guilt and snapping at your kids over nothingOur most unhinged going out stories, complete with outfit regrets, panic texts, and hangxietyAnd 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.Amazon FavesInstagram: @baby.then.what YouTube: Baby Then WhatResources & Guides: www.babythenwhat.com
Baby Then What (previously Pregnant Bitchez) is the podcast for moms who want to know about the real side of motherhood - the stuff no one warns you about but definitely should. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, wrangling toddlers, or somewhere in between, you’ve probably asked yourself... Now what? Hosted by Jessie and Amanda, two moms of two in the thick of it, this show dives into the messy, unfiltered, and brutally honest parts of mom life. Expect real stories, honest product recs and unfiltered convos. If you’ve ever said, “I’m having a baby… now what?” you’re in the right place.
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