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BDA Baby™ (Before, During & After Baby) is an interview-based series hosted by New York Times bestselling author, mother, wife and advocate, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. Each week, Katherine has meaningful conversations with experts, notable specialists, and friends, covering topics that resonate with the BDA Baby community surrounding pregnancy, sex, partner relationships, birth experiences, fertility challenges, health and wellness, and so much more.
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Breast cancer and all of its unknowns can feel scary and overwhelming. In her upcoming book Beyond the Pink, Dr. Elonora Teplinsky gives women an easily accessible guide to understand their or their loved ones’ cancer diagnosis. In today’s conversation, Dr. Teplinsky walks us through the risk factors for breast cancer and why more women are getting diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age. We also dive into surprising risk factors for breast cancer and preventative measures we can take for ourselves and our daughters. So much about cancer and breast cancer can be confusing and frightening, but Dr. Teplinsky reminds us that early detection and awareness can go a long way. Learn more and pre-order Beyond the Pink here: https://interludecancerstories.com/book/ Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
So many women are nutritionally deficient and don’t even know it. Today, Needed co-founder Julie Sawaya breaks down these nutrition gaps and what Needed is doing to help women catch back up. As a nutritionist and mother to three, Julie knows firsthand just how nutritionally depleting pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding can be. Women are often lacking nutrients before becoming moms, and taking care of our kids puts demands even more nutrition. In our conversation, Julie explains what nutrients our bodies need to thrive and how to make sure we’re getting enough. From pregnancy to perimenopause to menopause, women need specialized nutrition and Needed is here to help. Make sure to use code BDA for 20% your first order at thisisneeded.com Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video! #NeededPartner
Moms are often the first to notice when something is changing in their children, their families, and their communities but so much of what mothers experience goes unseen and unmeasured. Today, Lauren Prentiss of Count on Mothers joins me to share what their first national benchmark reveals about motherhood in America today. From the overwhelming early years of parenting and the financial pressures families are facing to the surprising number of mothers putting off their own healthcare because of cost, the data puts real numbers behind experiences so many moms already know firsthand. They also discuss where mothers across the political spectrum are finding common ground, why making these experiences visible matters, and how research like this can help inform the companies, policymakers, and organizations making decisions that impact families. Most importantly, Lauren shares an encouraging reminder for moms: your observations matter and chances are, you’re seeing more than you give yourself credit for. Read the Wave One Benchmark and learn more about Count on Mothers at countonmothers.org Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Feeding our kids in today’s world can feel overwhelming. From worries about the contents of our food to making sure they get the right nutrients, there’s so much to consider. In her upcoming book Feed Them Well , Jennifer Anderson simplifies mealtime from infancy to the teen years. As a registered dietitian and the founder of Kids Eat in Color, Jennifer has a wealth of knowledge to share on kids’ nutrition. Today, she joins us to answer some of the top questions parents have surrounding mealtime. We cover everything from fruit pouches to figuring out what sources to trust online. Through it all, Jennifer reminds parents that every meal doesn’t have to be perfect and that little swaps can make a huge difference. Pre-order Jennifer’s book here: https://go.shopmy.us/p-75896408 Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
In her upcoming book, Ambitious Mother, Dr. Anne Welsh breaks down what it means to be an ambitious mother and how women can thrive in their careers as well as at home. Today, she joins us for an honest conversation on the demands of parenthood and redefining ambition. As a licensed psychologist, Dr. Welsh has a wealth of experience guiding mothers and parents through all of life’s challenges. In today’s conversation, she stresses the importance of reframing ambition and remembering that something being hard doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Reframing our perspective and keeping sight of what we want for ourselves can change the way we navigate life and parenting for the better. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
In his new book, Tiny Shifts , Dr. Goldstein explains how to make small meaningful shifts in our lives to enhance our calm, connection, and longevity. Today he walks us through his philosophy of tiny shifts and how small shifts can make a huge difference in our lives. Dr. Goldstein walks us through his Four Rs of emotional regulation and how we can integrate them into our daily lives. He also offers some insight into the overwhelm so many of us feel, and how we can take a step back and process all that we’re experiencing in life. From relaxation techniques to connecting with our kids, Dr. Goldstein covers it all in today’s episode. Order his book here: https://amzn.to/4pnfDSt Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
From gentle parenting to authoritative parenting Jon Fogel has studied it all. Today, he joins us to walk through his parenting philosophy and how he became a trusted parenting source online. Jon explains how he got his start online after sharing parenting tips on TikTok, and how he’s built a parenting platform with more male followers than most. Jon tells us that dads have a different parenting perspective, and speaking to that perspective can help couples get on the same page. He also shares his insights on punishment free parenting, and how parents can use his philosophy to foster a calm, loving family environment. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Kay and Tay Dudley have been a beloved internet couple for years, and today they join us to break down their journey on social media. From making family content to protein bars, Kay and Tay have done it all. The couple explain how they got their start on the internet, and how they’re balancing social media life with personal life now that they make their living online. We also get into the decision to be open about Kay’s struggle with Lupus, and how they’re hoping to be good representation for others with autoimmune conditions. Part of Kay’s health journey also inspired them to create their new protein bar, the HeyNu bar, and we round out our conversation talking more about their bar and where they hope to take it next! Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
racking your cycle and understanding hormones are key building blocks to women’s health. Today, Alisa Vitti, the creator for FLO Loving, joins us to explain how women can understand what’s happening in their bodies and optimize their health. Alisa explains her journey with PMOS which led her to start cycle tracking, and why she created FLO Living and the MyFLO app to help other women get a handle on what’s going on in their own bodies. We also dive into what we hope to teach our daughters about their bodies so that they’re set up to be in control of their hormonal health. Alisa explains how she’s being open about her cycle and hormonal health with her daughters and gives practical ways other women can prepare their daughters for the hormonal changes that come with puberty. When we treat menstrual health and our cycles as a vital sign, our health always benefits. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Dr. Tracey Dalgleish joined us in this episode to explore the challenges in maintaining intimacy after birth, and her solutions to bring couples back together in the postpartum period. Dr. Dalgleish encourages partners to talk openly about intimacy after baby before the postpartum period begins and also encourages couples to seek therapy sooner rather than later. She explains that therapy can be like maintenance for your relationship and doesn’t need to come into the picture only when a problem arises. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Sometimes moms just need a moment to themselves, and no one knows that more than today’s guest, Dr. Cassidy Freitas. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Cassidy brings professional experiences and personal insight to her work in maternal mental health. Today, we walk through Dr. Cassidy’s new book Mom Needs a Moment and what she hopes every mom can take away from reading it. Dr. Cassidy explains some of the reasons moms might need a moment, from mental overwhelm to being touched out, and what we can do to take those margins for ourselves. Tune in for practical ways to take a moment for yourself! Preorder Mom Needs a Moment here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page/mom-needs-a-moment-preorder/ Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
From surviving the toddler years to parenting teenagers, Cat and Nat have been through it all. In this episode, they joined us to talk through all things motherhood. They share their journeys as moms and as sisters, and what they’ve learned along the way. Cat and Nat have such great insight for parents looking toward the teen years, and they hope they can help other parents realize that parenting teens is just as rewarding as any other phase of parenthood. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Lauren and Jason Kennedy are open and honest about their relationship highs and lows in their new podcast The Kennedy’s . Today, we discuss some of the real unfiltered challenges and joys of parenting and building a relationship in our next installment of The Ultimate Unbalancing Act , our four-part series with Yahoo. Lauren and Jason give us some background on what inspired them to start sharing their couple’s therapy as a podcast, and what they’ve learned from being so open about their relationship online. They also share their perspectives on parenting and marriage, and Lauren explains that remembering to be grateful is what powers her through when things get difficult. From reentering after traveling to teaching their kids about differences, Lauren and Jason have such great insights on communication and vulnerability. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
In this episode Kacie Barnes, creator of Mama Knows Nutrition and pediatric nutrition expert, joined us to share practical tips for feeding toddlers. She tackled everything from managing picky eaters to navigating holiday meals. She also gives great strategies for handling food allergies and quick, nutritious meals that the whole family will enjoy. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Nick and Natalie Viall have been busy — building businesses together, growing their family and navigating it all very publicly. The couple, who share daughter River Rose, and are now expecting twin girls, open up about the highs and lows of expanding their family and how their relationship has evolved through every stage. One of the biggest surprises? Nick, who has always described himself as anxious, talks about how fatherhood has actually become a calming force in his life. We also dive into Nick and Natalie’s parenting styles, what they’ve learned from their own parents, and how they’re bringing those lessons into their relationship and family today. Sharing marriage, parenting and fertility struggles publicly is never easy, but Nick and Natalie hope their honesty can help other couples feel less alone — and show that it’s possible to maintain a strong partnership even in the middle of the chaos. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
This episode was recorded in the aftermath of the 2023 Maui Wildfires. In this episode, Sunny Chen of Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Hawaii joined us to share vital information in the aftermath of the 2023 Maui Wildfires. Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Hawaii was and still is doing important work to support mothers and babies in Hawaii. Whether it’s disaster relief or birth support and education, Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies is there to help those in need. Learn more about Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Hawaii here: https://www.hmhb-hawaii.org/ Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
As the creator of Poppi, Allison Ellsworth has had to learn how to balance both motherhood and running an ultra-successful business. Today, she shares some of what she’s learned along the way and whether or not there is such thing as balance in our next installment of The Ultimate Unbalancing Act, our four-part series with Yahoo. Allison walks us through her business journey from starting Poppi to pitching the brand on Shark Tank while pregnant. She also explains her philosophy that there is no such thing as balance when starting a business and making it successful. Eventually, she had to build in time to prioritize her family and the things she loved. Allison is up front about the hard work it takes to build a brand as big a Poppi and is open about the work she put in; she even brought her baby to meetings! For anyone looking to start a business and wondering how to balance it all, Allison offers a unique perspective that maybe there is no such thing as balance, and that’s okay. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Dr. Diana Bianchi, director of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, joined us to walk through all the concerns many moms have surrounding medical treatment during pregnancy and postpartum. We cover the lack of studies on medications in pregnant and breastfeeding women, and how to make sure you’re informed when starting or continuing a medication or treatment. Dr. Bianchi emphasizes that a healthy mother is the most important thing, and following up to date medical guidelines are the best way to keep yourself and your baby safe. We also touch on the maternal health crisis, and what work is being done to ensure all pregnant and postpartum women have acess to the care that they need. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Pumps, sore nipples, and milk supply. Breastfeeding and pumping can feel like the wild west of motherhood, so thank goodness we have Tamari Jacob, Certified Lactation Counselor and creator of One with the Pump, to bring some info, support, and much-needed humor and good energy to the topic! Tamari walks through all of the common concerns and questions new moms have when they start their breastfeeding or pumping journey and how to work their way through the ups and downs of the journey. Tamari learned from her own experience that breastfeeding isn’t one size fits all. No matter the breastfeeding concern, Tamari is here to help! From common misconceptions to what pump to get, she has great insight for moms wherever they are on their breastfeeding or pumping journey. Learn more about Tamari and access her resources at onewiththepump.com Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
Dr. Ashurina Ream from Psyched Mommy joined us to unpack the experience of becoming a mom and the shifts in identity that every woman experiences in motherhood. We tackle everything from mom guilt to bodily changes and feeling like a stranger to yourself. Dr. Ream explains how societal expectations can fuel mom guilt and how it’s important to set boundaries that empower you and acknowledge the struggles of motherhood. Becoming a mom can be challenging, but it doesn’t need to be a negative experience and Dr. Ream with Psyched Mommy is here to help. Learn more on https://www.psychedmommy.com/ Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!
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