Millennial and Pregnant

In the last episode of the season, Fatima and Brian discuss Fatima's recovery so far, how the kids are getting along, schedules, parental leave, and so much more. They share some advice for all parents, what they love about being parents, and lingering anxiety. And of course, the baby interrupts the show. Check out our blog for more updates from our growing family and recipes your whole clan will...

Fatima discusses her breastfeeding journey with Blair and offers a review of the Elvie portable breast pump. A thunderstorm interrupts the recording. Enjoy the storm ASMR. For Fatima's review of the Elvie Breast Pump, check out the blog: https://liliesandloafers.com/elvie-breast-pump-fatimas-review/ Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima and Brian have a new studio setup. They talk about needing sleep and their kids' sleep. Fatima discusses the importance of being your own health advocate especially as a black woman. Visit our blog for more updates from our growing family: https://liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

We share our son's birth story and give you an idea of how our life has changed with two kids. To read more about our son's birth story, check out our blog . Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima’s longest pregnancy and she’s over it. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Another week closer to the due date. Fatima discusses going through Liam’s baby clothes. Brian talks about how he’s preparing for the new baby. The SNOO comes out of storage. Click here to learn more about The SNOO ! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Nesting is in full swing as Fatima and Brian’s to-do lists get longer. Check out our list of essentials for newborns and infants. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima recaps her second trimester’s ups and downs. Brian’s lists make a return. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima weighs the pros and cons of being pregnant in the winter/spring vs. summer/fall. Fatima and Brian discuss astrological pairings for parents and their kids. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

A natural disaster impacts Fatima and Brian's lives. They reflect on making it halfway to the baby’s due date. Take a look at the diaper basket we're using on the blog . Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima and Brian discuss how they're helping to transition their son from only child to big brother. They reveal the gender of the new baby. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Something big has returned to the bedroom. Fatima and Brian talk through anxiety and discuss some of Fatima's favorite pregnancy products. For more of Fatima's favorite pregnancy products, check out our blog . Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima and Brian recap the first trimester's ups, downs, and how this one feels different from the first pregnancy. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Another positive pregnancy test. Fatima and Brian begin another pregnancy journey, but now they're juggling life with a preschooler. For more updates from our growing family, check out our blog at https://www.liliesandloafers.com Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

New episodes every Tuesday! Millennial and Pregnant is a podcast documenting our pregnancy journey from finding out to pushing out. Season 1 explores the highs and lows of expecting your first kid. Season 2 reflects on all of that and what it's like to be expecting a baby with a preschooler running around. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Fatima talks about the significance of Black Breastfeeding Week and her breastfeeding experience.

In the last episode of the season, Fatima discusses recovery after childbirth (what everyone doesn't talk about). Brian talks sleep deprivation (funny stories). They end with final thoughts as they continue down this adventure called parenthood. Learn more about The SNOO!

Fatima talks candidly about the joys and challenges of breastfeeding.

It's been three months since Liam arrived. Fatima and Brian talk about their experience from birth through the first month.

Fatima and Brian make it to Week 37. They’re ready to meet their son and start this adventure. Fun fact: he arrived the day after the episode was recorded.

When you're nearing the end of the third trimester, shit starts to get real. Fatima and Brian discuss a list of things to finish before Liam's arrival.

Before Fatima and Brian become parents there are a few things they’re trying to appreciate and take advantage of (like sleep).

As Fatima and Brian get closer to Liam's due date, anxiety and excitement starts to set in.

Stretch marks, disrupted sleeping, and swollen feet are some of the lovely side effects of being pregnant. This week, Fatima talks about some of the products that have helped her out during her first pregnancy.

Being pregnant is wonderful, but it can be overwhelming at times. Hopefully, there are people around you like your partner, family, and friends who can step in to help you out. As the non-pregnant person, Brian discusses how you can help.