Sarah Merrill Hall

Bottle Service

Kids EN ↓ 214 episodes

A new kind of Pregnancy & Motherhood Podcast! If you used to pop champagne in the clurrrrb and now you’re popping prenatal vitamins, well, you’ve come to the right place. From the writer and creator of the comedy Instagram and Podcast “Big Kid Problems” comes a brand new show about the roller coaster of Pregnancy and new Motherhood! For Pregnancy Episodes, scroll on down to the beginning of this podcast and you will find all 40 week-by-weeks of pregnancy with Sarah. Find your week OR start from the beginning and get ready to commiserate with your new preggo bestie!

Author

Sarah Merrill Hall

Category

Kids

Podcast website

art19.com

Latest episode

Jun 22, 2026

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Episodes

Week 31: 2nd Time Around - Prepping your Pelvic Floor for Birth & Talking to your Toddler about Baby's Arrival 17.12.2024

If peeing your pants is cool, consider me Miles Davis! Sarah dives into the realities of 3rd-trimester bladder troubles and shares tips on strengthening your pelvic floor during pregnancy. She also discusses how to prevent diastasis recti, prepare your dog and firstborn for the arrival of a new baby, and offers a Homework assignment to help mentally prepare for birth and postpartum. Resources from...

Week 31: Free Falling 16.12.2024

Just when things were looking up, our energy is starting to plummet! Sarah shares her week 31 experience and takes some listener questions about registry items, birth plans, drugs, 3rd-trimester cravings, prepping your pet for baby and more. She'll also cover common symptoms for this stage of pregnancy, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track! Want mor...

Week 30: 2nd Time Around 10.12.2024

Week 30! It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.... Sarah navigates an eventful week while solo parenting her "sweet little toddler terrorist" as her husband is away. She also escapes to her Babymoon and shares her top Do’s and Don’ts for making the most of this special getaway. PLUS, she dives into the importance of kick counts at this stage of pregnancy and shares a scare that sent...

Week 30: The 'Feelin Myself' Phase 09.12.2024

The countdown has begun - only 10 weeks left to go! Now is the time to book those maternity shoots! Sarah changes out of sweatpants and hits the "peak belly cuteness" phase before things start to get scary. She shares her week 30 experience, some sun-care tips (PSST. You are much more likely to experience sunburns in pregnancy!) and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including com...

Week 29: 2nd Time Around 03.12.2024

Getting uncomfortable? Sarah dives into the rapid growth spurt of these final months and recounts a morning from hell with her toddler. She also vents about 6-hour golf rounds (seriously?) and shares must-haves for a second-time mom’s baby registry! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sa...

Week 29: Mama Needs Some R&R 02.12.2024

Coming to you LIVE from her babymoon, Sarah talks week 29 of pregnancy including the importance of taking it easy, why your partner may have a low libido right now, “lightening crotch" and lots of other fun 3rd trimester things. She’ll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help kee...

Week 28: 2nd Time Around, Tips for Passing the Glucose Test! 26.11.2024

Welcome to the 3rd and final trimester! While the wheels are beginning to fall off, Sarah goes in for everyone's favorite OB appointment - the Glucose Test! With its notorious high fail rate, Sarah spills tips and tricks to help you pass on the first try. Plus, she dives into "camel toe blindness" and other essential topics. Resources from the Episode: vitronC (iron + Vitamin C) Want more from Sar...

Week 28: We're in the HOME STRETCH! Welcome to the Third Trimester! 25.11.2024

We've made it to the THIRD trimester folks!! We're almost there! Get ready to celebrate with some shots (not the fun kind) at your Week 28 appointment this week. Sarah is here to get you prepped, share her week 28 experience, and fill you in on everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us...

Week 27: 2nd Time Around, All things Potty Training! 19.11.2024

It's the final week of the second trimester, and Sarah tackles something she's been avoiding all pregnancy... POTTY TRAINING her firstborn! If you're juggling a toddler while preparing for a new baby and wondering whether to potty train before the little one arrives, this episode is for you. Sarah dives into all things potty training—how to spot readiness signs, prep tips before starting, and the...

Week 27: Snissing & Saying GOODBYE to Trimester 2 18.11.2024

It's the LAST week of the 2nd Trimester! Sarah tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @bottleserviceBKP Shop Sarah's Pregnancy/ Postpartum...

Week 26: 2nd Time Around 12.11.2024

Peeing! Peeing all the time. Sarah shares some tricks to cut back on peeing so much in pregnancy and discusses taking care of a toddler on a lack of sleep and minimal caffeine. She also notes nesting differences the 2nd time around, and discusses to doula or not to doula. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG! @b...

Week 26: Feeling Behind? Pregnancy Prep Shortcuts 11.11.2024

Anyone else feel like they're cramming for finals? After a big move, Sarah feels like she's falling behind on the mommy prep. She shares some shortcuts, decides to Doula or not to Doula, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Some Resources from the Episode...

Week 25: 2nd Time Around 05.11.2024

Holy Braxton Hicks! Sarah discovers that those lovely faux contractions can be more intense after your 1st pregnancy and researches what causes them, how to deal, and when to call the Doctor. She also chats planning your maternity shoot around “peak belly cuteness”, being extra gassy around your inlaws and more! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @big...

Week 25: The Dreaded Glucose Test 04.11.2024

It's Everyone's least favorite prenatal appointment...Glucose Testing Time! What even is a Glucose Test? Do we need to take it? And why does everyone seem to hate it so much? Sarah gives us a crash course on what to expect AND shares her own experience to help take some of the uncertainty away! She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, bab...

Week 24: 2nd Time Around 29.10.2024

Calling all partners! It's time you started prepping for birth too. This week, Sarah covers everything from navigating pregnancy parking to stretches for hip and back pain. She also tackles the Icy Hot dilemma! Resource from this Episode: 10 Minute Prenatal Stretch for Hips + Lower Body WATCH Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @bigkidproblems Check ou...

Week 24: SIX Months Down! Forever To Go 28.10.2024

We've made it to 6 MONTHS of Pregnancy!!! DO you feel proud? Because you should! We've been preggers for HALF A YEAR and Sarah is here to pump us up and celebrate this milestone. She shares her week 24 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including common symptoms, baby's development, pearls of wisdom she stole from therapy, and tips & tricks for the week Want mor...

Week 23: 2nd Time Around 22.10.2024

In this week's episode, Sarah chats about '2nd-time Syndrome' for the partners of us preggos. They've been through this before too.. is yours being as attentive as they were in the 1st pregnancy? Sarah also takes matters into her own hands and plans a babymoon with a bestie, discusses the oddity of trying to be a wing woman whilst preggo, and talks about the important task of registering at the ho...

Week 23: This One's for the Boys 21.10.2024

Shoutout to all you baby daddies out there! Wondering what you can do to help support your partner through pregnancy? Sarah shares a list of ideas + tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some...

Bumping Along with Lindsay Hubbard of Bravo TV's Summer House! 14.10.2024

It's a BUMP OFF! Bravo TV’s Lindsay Hubbard joins the show to chat about all things pregnancy. After surprising Summer House fans with her unexpected pregnancy announcement, Lindsay opens up about keeping the news under wraps, navigating a surprise pregnancy in a new relationship, and filming with her ex-fiancé while pregnant (can you even imagine?!). She also spills on her unique pregnancy style,...

Week 22: 2nd Time Around 08.10.2024

In a shocking twist of events, Sarah chats enjoying pregnancy! She also dives into the struggles of being a 'pushover parent' while pregnant, and how your firstborn may start taking advantage of your low energy levels. Spoiler alert: when toddlers realize they’ve got the upper hand, chaos ensues. Sarah also opens up about the unique challenges of a second pregnancy, like prepping not just for a ne...

Week 22: Karate Kicks & Confused Pets 07.10.2024

We're feelin' 22 (weeks preggers)! Sarah shares her week 22 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track Some Things I mentioned that have helped! This Pregnancy Pillow Heating pad Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share so...

Week 21: 2nd Time Around 01.10.2024

We're in the Big Apple baby! Sarah lives out her pregnancy dream of eating her way through New York City this week. Fittingly, she also discusses gestational diabetes prevention, scoffs at the price of mocktails, chats feeling disconnected from your partner during pregnancy, and tips her hat to the pregnant city girlies.  Resources from the episode:  Find the Maternity Shapewear mentioned and more...

Week 21: The Name Wars 30.09.2024

Can't agree on a name? This week Sarah talks the name wars, peeing yourself in public, belly oils, babymoons and more in this week 21 episode. She also shares everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some...

Week 20: 2nd Time Around! 24.09.2024

We've made it to the halfway point baby!! Sarah chats about nerves going into the week 20 Anatomy Scan, which is a BIG milestone appointment! We discuss what to expect, the tests that are run, and the joy of seeing that gorgeous baby up close and personal! Resources from the episode: What to Expect at your 20 week Scan Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs...

Week 20: WOAH We're Halfway There! 23.09.2024

We've reached the halfway point! Sarah does her week 20 ultrasound appointment and shares some tips and what to expect. As always, she'll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, and tips for the week. Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall Share some Laughs:  @bigkidproblems Check out our new Show IG...

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