BABIES DOWN, BOTTLES UP

BDBU in Austin? On the court? Absolutely. Kisha and Josselyn officially drag Terrin into their world of sports as Babies Down, Bottles Up reps Metro Blaze at the Texas Goalball Tournament. We break down what goalball actually is, how the game works, and what it felt like to finally play together as a trio. The sportsmanship, the teamwork, the chaos, and the inside jokes on the court, we’re giving...

Safety isn’t optional when you’re raising kids, and this week we’re getting into the real, everyday work that goes into keeping your home and your family protected. We’re talking first aid basics, what supplies you should always have stocked, and how we blind parents stay organized so we know exactly what we’re giving and when. We get into babyproofing, toddler-proofing, and teen-proofing the hous...

We’re joined by friend of the show Kristin Revere from Gold Coast Doulas to explore a role that many don’t hear about often enough — the bereavement doula . Kristin walks us through the vital support she offers families who experience miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or a traumatic birth. She explains how this work differs from therapy and why having someone by your side who truly understands...

Traveling with kids isn’t for the faint of heart, especially when you’re juggling strollers, car seats, and white canes. This week, the crew shares their best tips, stories, and survival tactics for traveling as blind parents. From wrangling car seats in Ubers and Lyfts to managing flights, trains, and buses, we’re breaking down how to keep the little ones safe, close, and calm. You’ll hear how we...

This episode is one of the hardest we’ve ever recorded. Terrin and Josselyn open up about their personal experiences with miscarriage, sharing what it was really like to go through it from start to recovery. They talk about the first signs that something was wrong, how they identified what was happening as blind women, and what the medical process looks like when a miscarriage occurs. They walk th...

It’s giving petty, pretty, and witty! 💅🎤 The crew finally linked up LIVE in Dallas , glammed up and ready to pod with champagne flutes in hand! The energy was sky-high, the laughs were nonstop, and this one feels like you’re right there in the room with us. We’re spilling all the tea—from our airport adventures to whether our families actually listen to the podcast 👀. We share what we’re most p...

Friend of the show Tanner Gers , founder of AccessAbilityOfficer.com , joins us to get real about employment in the blind and visually impaired community. With most blind adults still facing massive barriers to finding and keeping steady work, Tanner breaks down what it actually takes to stand out and succeed. He talks about learning your strengths, mastering assistive tech, and why staying close...

Potty training—it’s one of those milestones every parent faces, and we’re sharing exactly how it went down in our homes. From spotting the first signs that our kids were ready, to the ways we encouraged them to keep going once they started, nothing is off the table. We talk about the rewards that worked (and the ones that didn’t), how we handled kids who just weren’t ready yet, and the creative me...

Last week we took you through pregnancy. This week—perfect timing for episode 69—we’re tackling sex. From pregnancy sex to postpartum changes, we’re laying it all out: the awkward, the funny, the “hell yes,” and the “not tonight.” We talk about how desire shifts before and after birth, how to bring the spark back when you’ve been with someone forever, and why communication is the real MVP of the b...

This one’s personal. We’re opening up and sharing our pregnancy journeys—everything from the moment we found out we were expecting to the rollercoaster of labor and delivery. You’ll hear how we navigated those early pregnancy tests, what it was like experiencing ultrasounds and hearing our babies’ heartbeats, and the ways morning sickness showed up during each of our pregnancies. We talk about wha...

This week we’re keeping things fun and light! We’re talking about the people in our lives who knew us before we were moms—and what it’s like for them to see us as parents now. We also share the best (and worst) parenting advice we’ve ever been given and play another round of Playlist Playoff , this time featuring the songs that get us through our cleaning routines. But that’s not all. We reflect o...

When it comes to your child’s education, nothing is more important than understanding their rights—and yours. In this episode, Terrin and Josselyn roll up their sleeves and get into the world of evaluation plans, accommodations, and everything tied to IEPs, 504s, and ARD meetings. They break down the differences between an IEP, a 504 plan, and ARD meetings, explaining what each one actually covers...

Your baby’s growth doesn’t come with a manual, but early childhood intervention comes pretty close. In this episode, we talk and get real about what it looks like from day one through those first critical years of development. We start at the beginning: screenings at birth for vision, hearing, and reflexes, and how prematurity can shift the timeline for everything that follows. Extra rounds of tes...

Backpacks packed, pencils sharpened—the kids are officially back in school, and Terrin and Josselyn are here to talk all about it. They kick things off with some Taylor Swift chatter before jumping into the real stuff: uniforms versus no uniforms, how pricey clothes and supplies have gotten, and even the added hit of class and lab fees for Terrin’s teenager. The conversation doesn’t stop there. Th...

In this “Best of BDBU” episode, the girls share the moments their kids first realized they were blind, the baby items they were given or bought but never actually used, and their experiences with breastfeeding. They also bring back the “Playlist Playoff,” picking songs that match their parenting styles, and talk about their opinions on sleepovers and slumber parties. Support us on Patreon . Email...

Traveling with kids is already a challenge—but throw in summer heat, sports gear, and being blind, and you’ve got a whole new level of coordination. This week, Kisha and Josselyn break down exactly how they make it all work when it comes to traveling to sports events with their kids. From must-have snacks and hydration hacks for those long, hot days, to how they keep things flowing smoothly with t...

This week, we’re shining the Mom of the Month spotlight on someone extra special—Esmeralda, childhood best friend of our very own Josselyn. Esmeralda wears a lot of hats: Girl Scout troop leader, former JROTC commander, PTA president and board member, mom of three, and partner to her high school sweetheart of 18 years. But behind all the titles is a story of growth, identity, and reclaiming power...

Tremaine is back—and this time, we’re closing a loop that’s been 15 years in the making. If you’ve been with us for a while, you’ll remember Tremaine’s original episode: an emotional conversation where she shared how her newborn daughter Mikaela was taken from her the same day she gave birth all because she was blind. She wasn’t allowed to bring her baby home. She was separated from her child for...

We've been waiting to bring you this one. In this episode, we welcome longtime BDBU listener Alyssa Hicks to share her powerful story as a NICU mom. Alyssa, a dialysis patient, opens up about the emotional and medical rollercoaster of giving birth at just 26 weeks. Alongside her is our very own Terrin, who also walked the NICU path and is a fellow Tubey mom. Together, they reflect on the early day...

We’re tackling a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough in our community— consent, safety, and self-advocacy . In this episode, we’re joined by Amy SP Wilson , founder of the Safety Positive Foundation , a nonprofit organization promoting self-defense after her own experience as a domestic violence survivor, and friend of the show Erica Kress (aka Blind Barbie), a blind/visually impaired advoc...

We’re closing out our blind dads series with Shane Lowe—drummer, percussionist, music director, accessibility consultant, ed tech professional, and the kind of dad who brings equal parts wisdom, humor and hussle to the table. Shane became a father at 16, making him our first-ever guest to talk about parenting as a blind teen. He opens up about how that moment lit a fire under him to push harder in...

School’s out, the sun’s blazing, and summer chaos is officially in session. In this episode, we’re talking all things summertime survival—starting with how to keep the kids entertained without losing your mind (or your entire snack stash). We get into outdoor play ideas, how to manage the never-ending cry for snacks, and why your grocery bill might be looking like a second rent payment. We also ta...

Tyler Merren isn’t just a name in the blind community—he’s a force. A five-time Paralympian, retired goalball champion, public speaker, and the founder of the Revision Fitness app , Tyler joins us to talk about the many layers of his life: family, travel, sport, and how he’s made fitness accessible for everyone, blind or sighted. He shares how his journey took him around the world competing, and h...

We’re kicking off our blind dads series with an incredible guest—Tanner Gers. Adaptive sports athlete, beep baseball hall of famer, CEO of AccessAbility Officer, and proud dad to a little girl, Tanner brings the kind of energy and insight you don’t want to miss. He shares the story of how his life changed at 21 after a devastating car accident that led to vision loss and four brain surgeries. From...

If you’ve ever wondered what our unfiltered chaos sounds like behind the paywall—this is it. This week’s teaser is a sneak peek at the kind of content you’ll get when you join us on Patreon for just $5/month at patreon.com/babiesdownbottlesup . Spoiler: it’s messy, hilarious, slightly unhinged, and 100% real. We’re talking tajín on fruit (and judging each other’s choices), Terrin’s daughter going...