Bottle Service

Find yourself going 0 to 100 REAL QUICK? Mom Rage may be to blame! Kelly Smith is here to help us understand and destigmatize Mom Rage while offering some tools and tricks to help keep us cool when we're ready to fly off the handle. Want more from our Guest, Kelly Smith? Instagram: @Yogaforyouonline Podcasts: Mindful in Minutes & Meditation Mama Find her new book "Mindful in Minutes: Meditatio...

It's a niche episode people! (but an important one nonetheless) Did you know 1 out of 4 babies have some form of Plagiocephaly or "flat head syndrome"? That's A LOT of babies. Sarah talks about WHY this has become more common in recent years, some reasons babies develop it, and some ways to prevent and treat it early on. As a helmet or "DocBand" parent herself, Sarah shares her experience going th...

There have been a lot of horror stories about Postpartum Hair and TODAY we are busting down some myths and learning WTF is going on with our locks with Tricologist and Founder of Hair Health Essentials, Clare Devereaux! We talk about what to expect, why our hair looks/ feels different in postpartum, styling tips, and most importantly, HOW to get our hair healthy and radiant once again! Some resour...

Who came up with the idea of "bouncing back" after having a baby? We want NAMES. Sarah talks about the frustrations of baby weight and the notion of trying to "bounce back" in this week's episode. She shares her expectations vs. reality, some things that worked (and didn't work), some things she wished she did differently, best "bounce back" advice she received and ways to feel good in your new bo...

Moms aren't the only ones going through major life changes in Postpartum. Dads, welcome to Bottle Service! You had it easy for the first 9 months but now you are in the trenches with us. Sarah brings on HER Baby Daddy, Brandon Hall, for a chat all about surviving the first year from a Dad's perspective. Big thanks to our guest this week Brandon Hall ! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @Sa...

She's not like a Regular Mom... she happens to be a Real Housewife of Dubai, Socialite, Influencer, Podcaster AND Ultimate Cool Mom - Caroline Stanbury! Known for her glamorous lifestyle, we talk about how she navigated Postpartum life, "bouncing back", egg freezing & IVF, the inside scoop on Mommy Makeovers, Preclampsia, Raising Twins, and how to keep your identity and live your best life as...

Traveling with a baby can be DAUNTING. What to pack? Getting through TSA? Time changes? How do I keep them from screaming the entire flight?? There's a LOT to navigate. Luckily, Kelly Stary from @Traveling.with.babies is here to help us out! She gives us invaluable advice, insider tips, clever tricks, and essential must-haves for traveling with your little one. Learn how to navigate airports, pack...

Happy Mother's Day B*tches!! Today we salute YOU new moms out there and all the unseen sacrifices and HARD WORK you do every day in your new role. Motherhood; its the hardest unpaid gig out there (but also the sweetest and most rewarding!) Ready to feel extremely proud of yourself and amped up on motherhood? Enjoy this Ep! Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid P...

This one's for all you Partners out there! If you're wondering what you can do to help support your baby mama through the Postpartum period, this episode is for you! We talk chores, expectations, the mental load of motherhood and more! So buckle up and get ready to take some notes Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Fi...

It's a specialty episode folks! Sarah sits down with Provisional Psychologist and Birth Trauma Specialist (and Survivor) Teela Tomassetti AKA @TheTeaOnBirthTrauma. They discuss signs and symptoms of "Birth Trauma", why nobody has heard of it, ways to manage it, heal from it, support someone going through it, and maybe.. most importantly.. how to PREVENT it in the future. Want more from Teela? Inst...

Sarah is getting ready to celebrate her lil guy's 1st Birthday! We talk aesthetic birthday parties, pearls of wisdom from the first year, fears of timing slipping away and some epic 1st bday themes Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Find more at www. BigKidProblems.com  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! More labs...

You may know her from Instagram (and if you don't, you NEED to!) Nikki Bergen from The Belle Method is here this week to help us with common Pelvic Floor & Core Issues! Leaky Bladder? Diastasis? Prolapse? Just missing your abs? WE GO THERE this week! Nikki is an incredible resource and chock full of SO much info they just don't give you at your 6-week check-up (but should.) Book mark this ep!...

Did you know April is Cesarean Awareness Month? To pay tribute, Sarah is giving her ultimate C-Section Recovery guide! There can be a lot of layers to recovery (literally) so she'll give you all the tools and methods she used to help heal physically and mentally from her C-section. Let's go! Some Resources From the Ep: Sarah's Postpartum Amazon List Nemah's Restorative Scar Treatment (Use Code BIG...

What's considered normal when it comes to postpartum blues? Sarah sits down with fellow Podcaster, Cameron Rogers, to discuss her experience with PPD and Postpartum Mental Health. We talk about PPD signs & symptoms, tools to pull you out of the funk, and more! Want more from our guest? Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Listen to the Freckled Foodie & Friends Podcast Find her Labor & Delive...

Woosaaa! Sarah shares three little mantas that help her get through the trenches of new motherhood Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Find more at www. BigKidProblems.com  Big thank you to our episode sponsor! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off...

Sleep deprivation is real folks! If you have a new baby at home and are struggling to catch some zzz's, GOOD NEWS! Laura Hunter and Jennifer Walker, the Founders of 'Moms On Call' are here to help us out! They have helped thousands of parents navigate their child’s first four years with confidence, clarity, and better sleep, and today they are sharing some of that wisdom and practical guidance wit...

It's inescapable! Life has changed DRASTICALLY and somewhere between cleaning bottles for the 10th time that day and stressing about poop colors, you look up and think "wait, who am I?! My life is virtually unrecognizable!" Welcome to your Postpartum Identity Crisis. Don't worry, Sarah is right there with you and takes you layer by layer through all the changes, why you feel so disoriented, and so...

Your body just went through something WILD. After delivering your baby, your body is trying to physically recover, dealing with blood loss, AND becoming a milk factory to support your baby outside of the womb. It's a lot. It's an underrated tool, but the right nutrition can help fuel your body through all of it! Registered Dietician, Nutritionist, and Co-Author of "The Plant-Based Baby and Toddler...

If you’ve been shocked by the postpartum period, raise your hand! CEO and CoFounder of Anya joins the podcast to talk about how our society views Postpartum and why she created a company to help support moms during this delicate time. We talk about how other cultures handle the postpartum period, some hacks for the first few months to help you through PP discomfort, and more! Learn more about Anya...

BF'ing doesnt work out for everyone. Sarah shares her experience trying and failing miserably at Breastfeeding, battling feelings of guilt and "mom shame" and then shares some tips & tricks for how to wean because that sh*t can hurt! Stay connected with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Need another great podcast? Check out The...

Breastfeeding is a full-time job, and for many, it can be a BIG challenge! Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Mom of 4, Karrie Locher, is on the podcast today and she's here to help us out! Karrie has made a name for herself on social media and has been featured on Good Morning America, Huffington Post (and more) sharing tons of tips and tricks for breastfeeding. In this episode,...

The first week home with a new baby is WILD. Sarah shares details on her hospital stay, bringing home baby, navigating sleep...and a new body, dealing with visitors, and some general survival hacks! Some helpful links mentioned in the episode: Baby Tracker Ap Taking Cara Babies: Will I ever sleep again? Course Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Probl...

6 weeks after giving birth, Sarah sits down to tell her birth story for the very first time. *Warning* This episode discusses a c-section and tough birth experience that could be triggering for some. Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Find more at www. BigKidProblems.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

We're back baby!! After giving birth and living in the trenches of new motherhood, Sarah is BACK and ready to deep dive into all things Postpartum! Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram:  @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account  @bigkidproblems ! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast!   Find more at www. BigKidProblems.com  Big thank you to our episode s...

HAPPY DUE DATE!! You Made it!!!! We are coming to the end of this little pregnancy journey and how fitting is it that we end on Mother's Day week?! In this pre-recorded episode, Sarah shares some ways to jumpstart labor, talks you off the ledge, 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 t...