is this how you mom?

Episode 10: Season One Finale - A Look Back & What's Ahead! In the final episode of Season 1 of Is This How You Mom? , we’re reflecting on the last 10 months of motherhood — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From the challenges to the milestones, we’ve shared it all with you, our wonderful listeners. As we wrap up this season, we’re also giving you a sneak peek into what’s to...

Episode 9: Sleep? What’s That? Ah, those early days of parenthood—when sleep is a distant memory, and your new hobby is googling “why won’t my baby sleep?!” at 2 AM. In this episode, we’re talking all things baby sleep: the sleepless nights, the endless rocking, the controversial world of sleep training, and the moments of sheer desperation (yes, we’ve both considered napping on the bathroom floor...

Episode 8: All Things Baby Products – What You Really Need From strollers to sound machines, baby registries can be overwhelming! In this episode, Jessika and Haylee break down the must-haves, the nice-to-haves, and the “you probably don’t need this” items. They share their favorite baby products, the ones they regret buying, and the surprising things that made mom life easier. Whether you’re a fi...

Episode 7: Anxious Mamas/Lets talk about PPA! Ah, postpartum anxiety and depression—the uninvited guests who show up right after birth, refuse to leave, and steal all your snacks. In this episode, we get real about our journeys with PPA and PPD, the moment we finally said, “Yep, time for meds,” and how life got a whole lot better once we did. Spoiler: Medication is not, in fact, the villain. If yo...

Episode 6: The 4th Trimester! So, you survived pregnancy and childbirth—congrats! But now you’ve entered the real boss level: the 4th trimester. In this episode of Is This How You Mom? , we’re diving into the sleep-deprived, spit-up-covered chaos of those first few months with a newborn. Why does no one warn you that “nap when the baby naps” is a cruel joke? Will you ever eat a meal sitting down a...

Episode 5: Responding to Mom group posts! In this lighthearted and fun episode of Is This How You Mom? , we take a break from our usual storytelling format and dive into the randomness of life as a mom. Each of us picked out random posts from our mom groups to discuss. This episode is all about sharing the real, unfiltered moments of motherhood. Grab a snack, kick back, and join us for some laughs...

Episode 4: "Is This How You Mom?" – Haylee’s Birth Story In this heartfelt episode of Is This How You Mom? , Haylee shares the emotional and inspiring journey of bringing her baby girl, Laken, into the world. From the highs to the challenges, Haylee opens up about her birth experience, the unexpected moments, and the overwhelming love that followed. Tune in to hear her personal story and the incre...

Episode 3: Jessika’s Birth Story The moment has arrived—literally. In this episode, Jessika shares her birth story, from the first contraction to the big (messy) finale. We’re talking about the surprises, the emotions, and the parts no one warns you about (seriously, why don’t they tell you these things?!). Whether you’ve given birth, are preparing for it, or just love a good “WTF just happened” s...

Finding out you’re pregnant is a moment you never forget—whether it’s total shock, pure excitement, or a little bit of both! In this episode, Jessika and Haylee share their own “holy crap” moments of discovering they were expecting, how they broke the news to each other, and the reactions from friends and family. From unexpected test results to creative (and not-so-creative) announcement ideas, we...

Welcome to the very first episode of Is This How You Mom?! In this debut, cohosts Jessika and Haylee introduce themselves, share the story of their friendship, and reveal what inspired them to start a podcast about the wild, unpredictable world of motherhood. From late-night mom rants to hilarious parenting fails, they’re here to keep it real, relatable, and a little chaotic. Join us as we dive in...