Latching On

Welcome to the inspirational season finale of "Latching On." In our 21st episode, Kylie shares her remarkable journey to motherhood, serving as a stark reminder of the imperfection associated with the human condition. As a mother of three, Kylie faced a harrowing battle with addiction to alcohol and pills, hitting rock bottom when she lost custody of her kids and ended up in jail. Her st...

In this episode of "Latching On," Shawna shares her detailed and emotional journey through IVF, pregnancy, labor, and delivery. She discusses the challenges she faced with the IVF process, including managing the multiple shots and dealing with the aftermath of egg retrieval. Shawna also opens up about her pregnancy, the support she received from her husband, and the unique experience of...

In this compelling episode of "Latching On," we sit down with Hannah, who shares her remarkable journey from a traumatic experience at 18 that made her question having children, to the unexpected joy of discovering she was pregnant just six months after marrying her husband. Hannah's pregnancy was smooth and joyful, and despite experiencing hemorrhaging, she recounts her labor and delivery as a po...

In this special episode of "Latching On," we welcome Karina, the first mom of twins to share her incredible journey with us. Karina takes us through her pregnancy, birth, and the unique experience of becoming a mother to twins. Karina's pregnancy was smooth and filled with joy, and she even found a silver lining when she had to go in for an unscheduled c-section three days earlier than planned. Sh...

Today on "Latching On," we're joined by Meghan, who shares her multifaceted journey through pregnancy, labor, delivery, and breastfeeding. Meghan's pregnancy was relatively smooth, but the real challenges began after her baby was born, making her postpartum and breastfeeding experiences a true test of resilience. In this episode, Meghan opens up about the rocky start to her breastfeeding journey,...

In this inspiring episode of "Latching On," we are joined by Danielle, who shares her unique and heartfelt pregnancy journey. Danielle and her wife embarked on the path of parenthood through Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) to welcome the newest addition to their family. Danielle opens up about the emotional and physical aspects of going through IUI, from the decision-making process to th...

Today on "Latching On," we welcome back Kayla, who shares more about her pregnancy and breastfeeding journeys. In this heartfelt episode, Kayla opens up about the complexities and challenges she faced, offering an honest look into the multifaceted experience of motherhood. Kayla discusses the difficulty of sustaining friendships during pregnancy and postpartum, touching on the feelings of isolatio...

In today's intense and eye-opening episode of "Latching On," we hear from Cayla as she shares her harrowing labor and delivery story, a journey marked by a doctor's disregard for her wishes and a lack of focus on her pain management and well-being. From the traumatic experience of having her cervix manually dilated to being stitched up without anesthetics, Cayla's birth story...

In today's candid and courageous episode of "Latching On," we sit down with Savannah as she shares her unique journey as a teen mom, delving into the story of her birth, her experience with postpartum, and the challenges she faced with breastfeeding. Savannah's story is one of resilience, strength, and the unwavering determination to navigate the complexities of motherhood at a young age. With hea...

In today's deeply poignant episode of "Latching On," Sara shares the contrasting experiences of her two births, each marked by its own trials and triumphs. Through her journey, Sara reveals the harrowing juxtaposition between the highly traumatizing emergency c-section that brought her daughter, Savannah, into the world and the smoother birth of her son, Owen, whose breastfeeding jou...

In today's courageous episode of "Latching On," we're privileged to have Kayla share her deeply personal experience with preeclampsia and the challenges she faced in the early days of breastfeeding. Kayla's story is a testament to the power of intuition, resilience, and the unwavering determination to overcome obstacles. As Kayla recounts her journey, she bravely opens up abo...

Today on "Latching On," we're honored to have Brooke share her remarkable journey through pregnancy, labor, and delivery. From the outset, Brooke's pregnancy journey was filled with hope and anticipation, but as her labor began, she found herself facing unexpected hurdles. She candidly recounts the moments when her baby had to be pushed back up her birth canal for an emergency c-...

In today's powerful episode of "Latching On," we're honored to have Megan share her extraordinary journey through pregnancy, dating while expecting, and navigating a challenging postpartum period. Megan's story is one of resilience, marked by adversity but also by the incredible strength found in overcoming it. From the moment she discovered she was pregnant, Megan faced uniq...

In this heartfelt episode of "Latching On," we welcome Kayla, a remarkable guest who shares her deeply personal pregnancy and birth stories. Kayla's experience is one of resilience, marked by the honesty and vulnerability of navigating a long labor followed by the challenges of postpartum anxiety. Kayla takes us through the anticipation and excitement of pregnancy, the intensity of h...

This week on "Latching On," we're joined by a very special guest, Chantal, who's here to take us on a deeply personal journey through her experiences with pregnancy and childbirth. With a story filled with both incredible highs and challenging lows, Chantal embodies the spirit of someone who has always known in her heart that she wanted to be a mother. From the moment she dreamed...

In this special, bite-sized episode of "Latching On," titled "Uprooting Our Lives (6 Months PP)," we take a momentary pause from our regular deep dives to share a significant personal update: our family's cross-country move from Texas to Virginia, just six months postpartum. This 20-minute episode is a heartfelt snapshot of the whirlwind of emotions we've been navigatin...

In this raw and revealing episode of "Latching On," we dive into the world of TikTok influencer Jess, who bravely shares the tumultuous journey of her two complicated pregnancies in "A Daily Dose of Anxiety." Jess doesn't hold back as she takes us through the rollercoaster of emotions, challenges, and seldom-discussed dark sides of pregnancy. From the excitement of discover...

In this gripping episode of "Latching On," we delve into a story that's as unique as it is powerful. "The Forbidden Love Child" brings to light the tale of a brave woman named Natenee, who shares her raw and emotional path through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum under extraordinary circumstances. Natenee's situation is far from typical – in a relationship that defies c...

Welcome back to another episode of "Latching On," where we dive into the heart of family, motherhood, and all the twists and turns that come with it. This time, we’re switching gears a bit. In "Through His Eyes," I’ve got a very special guest joining me - my husband, Ryan Miller. Ryan’s stepping into the spotlight to share his journey through our pregnancy and the birth of our...

Hey lovely listeners, welcome back to "Latching On." In today’s episode, "Trial by Fire: PP & Breastfeeding," I'm diving deep into my firsthand experiences with the raw and real early days of postpartum and breastfeeding. Trust me, it's been a journey of discovery, challenges, and unexpected joys. In the first few days after bringing my little one into the world, th...

Hey everyone! Welcome to our very first episode of "Latching On." I'm your host, Dayna, and I'm super excited to dive into all things motherhood and breastfeeding with you. In this kickoff episode, I'm getting real about my own journey - from the ups and downs of pregnancy to the wild ride of my birth story. All future episodes will have "breast stars" who will shar...