BDA Baby (Before, During and After Baby)

Aliza Sokolow joins us today to talk about all things mindful eating. We discuss the importance of introducing foods to children and how to teach children healthy eating habits. Aliza shares her journey to mindful eating with us, sharing that she had to work through her own struggles with unhealthy snacking. She shares the importance of parents modeling healthy eating to their children and how imp...

This week, we sit down with Catherine Reitman to explore her journey as a working mom raising a child with a rare diagnosis. Catherine opens up about her struggles with postpartum depression and the loss of identity many new moms face. She shares how these challenges inspired her to create the hit show Workin’ Moms and sheds light on the parts of motherhood that often go unspoken. We also discuss...

Al Roker joins us today to talk about all things fatherhood! Al shares insights into both the challenges and joys of parenthood. Al talks about raising his special needs son, Nick, and what joy that has brought him. Al talks about the emotional milestones parents go through as their children get older, such as starting school, going off to college, and getting married. Our conversation highlights...

This week, we're diving into the culinary world with Monique Volz, the creative force behind "The Ambitious Kitchen Cookbook." Monique shares the secrets to creating easy, nutritious, and family-friendly recipes for every meal, all while juggling life as a mom to three young boys. Tune in as she dishes out expert advice on eating for fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health, and shares her pass...

Dr. Jessica Zucker, psychologist and author of I Had a Miscarriage, joins us today to talk about all things pregnancy loss. Dr. Zucker shares her personal experience with miscarriage both as an individual and with her partner. She shares resources those who experienced pregnancy loss can seek out for support. Dr. Zucker shares how instrumental supportive communities are when someone is grieving pr...

Join us this week as Dr. Marcy Crouch, also known as The Down There Doc, dives deep into the essential topic of pelvic floor health. As a leading pelvic floor physical therapist, Dr. Crouch shares why pelvic floor therapy isn’t just for pre or postpartum patients—it’s for everyone at all phases of life! Learn how pelvic floor therapy can help alleviate symptoms, prepare for birth and postpartum, a...

Dr. Sandra Lee, better known as Dr. Pimple Popper, joins us today to talk about all things skincare! Dr. Lee answers questions from viewers about skin and skincare during pregnancy and postpartum. Pregnancy limits the skincare products we can use, but Dr. Lee shares some tips and tricks she has learned as a dermatologist. We discuss preventative measures you can take during pregnancy and postpartu...

This week, pediatrician Dr. Wendy Hunter, host of “ The Pediatrician Next Door ” podcast, shares must-know tips to keep your kids healthy as the new school year begins. Discover how to prevent and shorten illnesses, protect newborns, and confidently set boundaries with family to safeguard your baby’s health. Plus, get Dr. Hunter’s surprising product recommendations to stock your medicine cabinet f...

Cleo Wade, mother, author, and poet, joins us today to discuss her book “What the Road Said”. We discuss Cleo’s inspiration for her book, as well as the message Cleo wanted to bring to readers. We go down memory lane together as Cleo speaks about what inspired her to write her book. We discuss the importance of fostering a sense of curiosity with our children and why an open dialogue between paren...

Megan McNamee of the hugely popular account, Feeding Littles, joins us this week to talk about food, kids and her new book, Feeding Littles Lunches . As a mom myself, this book is filled with so many inspirational images and ideas to get back to packing lunches and snacks fun for the whole family! The pictures and info included in the pages take the stress out of back to school lunches and provide...

Dr. Heather Irobunda joins us today to talk about the alarming Black maternal health crisis in the United States. Black mothers are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes compared to white mothers. Dr. Irobunda talks to us about the systemic issues Black mothers face, such as lack of access to quality healthcare and structural racism in medicine. She highlights the “h...

If you follow John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen on Instagram, you know how beautiful and delicious he makes everything look, so today we jump into how he makes it all work as a dad to two, plus his new cookbook! John shared different tips and tricks he has learned about parenthood that he can apply in the kitchen, one of them that I loved, using cooking or baking together to weave in some life lessons...

Dr. Sara Reardon, better known as The Vagina Whisperer, joins us today to talk about all things pelvic floor health! She explains what the pelvic floor actually is and why it is such an important and vital part of our bodies. We discuss all things pelvic floor therapy and why she personally recommends that all women should have at least one therapy visit postpartum. The Vagina Whisperer talks to u...

Truth- Ever since becoming a mom, pediatrician chats are some of my favorite ones. So for this weeks super interesting convo, Dr. Joel Walsh AKA DR. Gator joins us to talk about all things parenting and childhood. Dr. Gator is a board certified pediatrician and the author of his newly launched book, Parenting at Your Child’s Pace: The Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to the First Three Years . Dr....

Dr. Cassidy Freitas, “Dr. Cassidy”, joins us today to talk all things sex and partner relationships! Dr. Cassidy shares why it is important to discuss roles, expectations, support systems, and partner love languages prior to baby’s arrival in order to mitigate partner conflict. Dr. Cassidy stresses to listeners the importance of being proactive with your partner to help the dynamic after baby. She...

Peloton instructor and author, Emma Lovewell, joins us this week to share her journey to well known fitness guru and fill us in on her pregnancy so far. We dive into how she tapped into her “masculine energy” that landed her a leading role at Peloton and what she’s learned from stepping outside her comfort zone to land in the amazing career she’s in today. Not only is Emma thriving in the fitness...

Sarah Wright Olsen joins us today to talk about the best ways to introduce new siblings! She discusses how to introduce siblings to a new baby and talks about the importance of using specific language during the introduction. Sarah talks to us about how to navigate sibling jealousy and provides us with some tips to help mitigate jealousy. She talks to us about the importance of all your children k...

This week, we’re joined by wellness expert, board certified pediatrician and best selling author, Dr. Taz Bhatia. We do a deep dive into all things hormones for all phases of life. Whether its hormones in adolescence, pregnancy/postpartum or menopause, your hormones have a huge impact in your overall health and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of getting tested to know what our baseline or...

Dr. Shefali joins us today to talk about how to be a conscious parent and how to nurture a strong bond between siblings. Dr. Shefali discusses her latest book, The Parenting Map, and how important it is for parents to be self-aware. She talks to us about the importance of avoiding comparisons between siblings and how important it is to focus on who kids are, not what they do. Dr. Shefali discusses...

This week, Lea Michele joins us to share updates as she prepares to welcome her second baby. We discuss how this pregnancy differs from her first and explore the many life changes she's experienced since our last conversation. Lea talks about the challenges of returning to full-time work as a mama, moving back to New York City, and raising a toddler all at once. She also opens up about her journey...

Lauryn Bosstick, wife, mom, and creator of The Skinny Confidential, joins us today to talk about all things postpartum! Lauryn talks to us about her experience with a hormone doctor and how essential it was for her to get her health in check after giving birth to her firstborn. Lauryn suffered from postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts and shares her experience treating both after baby. Lauryn...

This week, Keltie Knight joins us to discuss her health journey over the past ten years, which led to her having a hysterectomy. Like many women, Keltie struggled for years with painful periods and was often dismissed by doctors who attributed her pain to womanhood. She was advised to have a better work-life balance and to de-stress. Years later, Keltie learned she was dealing with a rare form of...

Jason and Lauren Kennedy join us today to talk about their journey to parenthood. They speak to us about what led them to pursue fertility testing and how important it was that they have faith and trust in God’s timing. As an IVF baby herself, Lauren found out that in order to become pregnant, she would need to undergo IVF herself. Lauren shares her experience changing fertility doctors and deep d...

This week, toddler experts Kristin and Deena of Big Little Feelings (@biglittlefeelings) and sensory play genius Myriam of MotherCould (@mothercould) join us to talk about the hidden hazards of batteries in the home and the small changes you can make to help keep your kids safe. This conversation is in partnership with Energizer and their world’s first 3-in-1 Child Shield™. To learn more click her...

Join us today as we rerelease the first ever episode of BDA Baby! Erica Chidi, author, health educator, and co-founder of LOOM joins us today to discuss all things menstrual cycles and fertility. She speaks to us about the importance of knowing your own body and why tracking your menstrual cycle is so important. Erica educates us on the best time to start a prenatal vitamin and the difference betw...