Big Fat Positive is a smart and funny podcast about two best friends who found out they were pregnant at the same time. The show follows the moms-to-be on their journey through pregnancy and into new motherhood, week by week. With weekly check-ins, special guests and segments such as "OMG I’m Freaking Out," hosts Shanna Micko & Laura Birek recount the often hilarious and always honest highs and lows of being a pregnant woman and new mom..
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’Geriatric’ Mamas is the original, real and raw podcast empowering women over 35 to embrace pregnancy and motherhood. Join hosts Jessica Rizzieri and Sonia Welch Tapley as they share authentic fertility stories, insightful motherhood news and entertaining motherhood moments from guests, listeners and social media!
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HNTKYP is a series that address symptomatic presentation and how to move to a working diagnosis and plan for patient care. Kevin McFarlane and Lisa Wolf cover red flags, cognitive pitfalls, and ways to make sure your patients survive their encounter with the health system.
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Beyond the Clock: First Baby After 40, My Story Ready to embrace parenthood on your own terms? This is for the person who: 🤚 Refuses to let society dictate their timeline. 🦋 Knows their body is wise and powerful. 👩🍼 Craves a conscious and empowered pregnancy journey. 🪢 Wants to create a family that reflects your deepest values. ✍️ Is ready to rewrite the rules and embrace the magic of parenthood after 40. Join Kole Whitty, as she shifts from successful business owner to pregnancy, listen as ...
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Roxanne Wilson, host of RoxTalks takes on life's current issues in this limited-edition podcast. Season 1: Lulawhoa - An industry look at the Amazon documentary "LuLaRich" Season 2: Toxic Beauty - A look at the HBOMax Docuseries "Not So Pretty" Season 3: Daily Dose of RoxTalks starts Jan 1, 2024
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Geriatric Pregnancy?! Ew. Host Kole Whitty breaks down the outdated and offensive concept of 'geriatric pregnancy,' sharing her personal journey of conceiving after 40. She discusses the cultural and medical stigmas surrounding pregnancy later in life, the importance of mental and physical health, and the significance of creating a stress-free envi…
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Being The Magic Of Christmas With Experience Gifts, Traditions & Mom Fails!
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On this episode it’s first things first; we’re going to share Sonia’s eggnog cocktail recipe… and then we’re going to start with something that’s been on all of our minds this year, the pressure on moms to be the magic of Christmas! Next we’ll be sharing fun Holiday things to do on a budget, experience gifts for kids that don’t break the bank, the …
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Ep. 335 - Making Big Life Decisions When You Have Young Kids
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Laura and Shanna introduce a brand-new special segment in which they invite a fellow parent on to participate in a classic BFP segment of the guest's choice and share about what's going on in their parenting world! In this episode, Shanna and Laura chat with mom and writer Heather Sundell, who talks about her experience making a big life decision w…
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Infertility & The Holidays; The Complete(ish) Guide For Getting Through It!
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Happy Thanksgiving! On this episode we’re going to talk about what’s on the table and what’s off for holiday conversation starters in 2024, including infertility during the holidays and how to get through it. But first, what’s new and binge-able on the Hallmark Channel, and how we’re going to clear the clutter of toys before the Christmas presents …
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In the special segment "What I Googled This Week," Shanna and Laura share the hilarious and embarrassing parenting-related questions they have asked the internet recently, diving into the topics of infant snot suckers, surprising swimming injuries, movie mysteries and more! Also, Shanna gives an update on the working-mom overwhelm she has been feel…
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HNTKYP:Prisoner or patient, psychiatric holds in the ED
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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive deep into the complex world of behavioral health in the emergency department. Too often, psychiatric patients are treated as though their visit is a carceral event—stripped of autonomy, dignity, and decision-making capacity. We explore the ethical dilemmas, systemic barriers, and practical challenges that em…
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On this episode we’ll be discussing a viral facebook group post about a child who started to describe a possible past life to her Mom, top comments from Moms with a similar experience and then we'll be getting into the research, including a list of things your child might say to you if they’re trying to tell you about a past life; Enjoy! Thanks for…
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In the special segment "Mom Wins," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting successes, diving into the topics of solving bedtime dysregulation and creating fruitful family fun. Also, Laura reports on her family's deep dive into fall activities, including a trip to a truly unique pumpkin patch, and Shanna opens up about her struggle to mana…
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Having Mom Friends Helps You Live Longer & Happier; It’s Science!
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On this episode we’ll be sharing Hayden’s new nickname for Sonia, Grammys excitement, shopping trips at Target with Santa HoHo-ing everywhere, toddlers using large trend words, Jess’s hunch about Hallmark movies for littles, all Libras needing balance (even the two year old ones), how we’re going to be handling election convos, and how science is p…
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Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive into the critical skill of the medication assessment. They explore how understanding a patient's medication list can provide invaluable insights into their overall health and guide essential clinical decisions, especially in high-stakes environments like the emergency department. The pair discusses the ethical and legal resp…
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Ep. 332 - Taking Playdates to a Whole New Level
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In the special segment "Gripe Water," Shanna and Laura share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into the topics of troublesome toys and sloppy surfaces. Also, Shanna talks about taking "drop-off playdates" to a whole new level, and Laura reports on managing work and parenting when a deadline is loo…
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‘Geriatric’ Coffee Convos; Who’s Living Their Best ‘Beautiful Flannel Life’ With Us This Holiday Season?!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas talk about the app that their friends and family are using to track their kids, recap their very surprising pumpkin patch experience and then they lean in to Christmas with their rendition of the Hallmark Movie Countdown… mostly for the November 9th release about a pair of BFFs who seem to have a lot to accompl…
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In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the fascinating or unusual things they have learned recently, including a historical parenting choice that resonates today, a surprising weeklong break that some schools in the U.S. take and more. Also, Laura reports on leaving her kids for two nights for the first time ever, and Sh…
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BFF Road Trip w/ A Toddler & The True Crime Podcasts That Kept Us Going!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas share the events that took place during their road trip from Texas to Maine, including the challenges they faced during the journey and the unexpected adventures along the way. They discuss the realities of traveling with a toddler and the humorous but also terrifying moments that will forever be remembered. Th…
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Ep6 Creating Abundance and Space for New Beginnings with Michelle Dillard
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Creating Abundance and Space for New Beginnings with Michelle Dillard In this episode, Kole welcomes Michelle Dillard to discuss the importance of creating space for the things you desire in life. Michelle shares her journey from poverty to realizing that true abundance goes beyond monetary wealth. They delve into the significance of valuing time o…
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Ep. 330 - Growing Up in a Haunted House
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Laura and Shanna get in the Halloween spirit with a very spooky "Throwback" segment, in which Laura recounts unsettling moments from her childhood living in a haunted house. Also, Shanna reports on how the Halloween season disrupts her life, and Laura discusses the evolution of her 3-year-old's Halloween costume. Finally, they share their BFPs and …
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Today's episode is extra special. It's a meditation that I'm going to listen to every morning and every night. I did something similar before I met Tah... And so it felt appropriate to do it again. And so I sat with my alters items, some sweet grass brought together feathers from the Q'eros nation from the Huni Kuin and other gifts fro many of my t…
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Ep. 329 - Adventures, Antibiotics and the Apocalypse
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In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!" Shanna finds herself contemplating the apocalypse when she watches one of her kids' favorite shows, and Laura gets the willies when she imagines the upcoming phase in her kids' dental journey. Also, Laura reports on the spontaneous adventure she took with her 3-year-old, and Shanna reluctantly admits h…
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Ep4 WTF Is a Doula? (And Why You Might Want One) 🎧
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In this episode of 'Beyond the Clock,' host Kole explores the multifaceted path of motherhood with expert guests like doula Venus Rodriguez. They dive into integrating ancient rituals with modern insights, developing birth philosophies, and choosing the right care team. Topics include the roles of midwives and doulas, the influence of cultural narr…
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Fertility Fails & Cell Phone Safety; Kids Today Are Built Different!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode talking about Comedian Jenny Yang sharing a series of photos, holding the ever-popular letter board with her fertility failures and then they discuss the viral Bike Video by the Spain based sportswear brand Siroko which went viral because of parent’s growing concerns about giving children cell …
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Ep. 328 - Should I Do Fertility Testing?
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In part two of "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer more listener questions, diving into the topics of fertility tests, baby names, diet culture and more! Also, Shanna talks about her daughter's student council campaign, and Laura reports on her 5-year-old's latest writing achievement. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. …
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Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@firstbabyafter40 IG https://www.instagram.com/mystikole Kole continues her convo with husband Tah as they explore their personal journey of preparing for parenthood after 40. They share insights on prioritizing self-care, fostering deep connections, and the roadmap to intimacy. The couple discusses their experiences…
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Ep2 Too Old For Who? Forging Our Own Path
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Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@firstbabyafter40 IG https://www.instagram.com/mystikole In this debut episode, Kole Whitty and her husband Tah share their personal journeys and experiences as they prepare for parenthood after 40. Kole, who co-founded The Condor Approach with Tah, discusses her fertility journey and the emotions surrounding pregnan…
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Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@firstbabyafter40 IG https://www.instagram.com/mystikole In this introductory episode of 'Beyond the Clock', host Kole Whitty shares her personal journey into pregnancy after 40. She discusses the challenges and dreams of redefining parenthood beyond societal clocks and limitations. Kole provides an intimate look at …
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This episode Sonia and Jessica are bringing you the inspiring HOPEisode story of Lyndsay Kalista written in her own words for LiveHealthy.MUHealth.org. Lyndsay is a nurse and IBCLC Lactation Consultant at MU Health Care and a Mama who endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating loss before finally being blessed with her miracle baby! S…
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Ep. 327 - When Should You Stop Being Naked in Front of Your Kids?
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In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Shanna and Laura answer listener questions about strategies for keeping your mom-life organized, handling nudity in front of your kids, discussing your child's development with strangers and more. Also, Laura talks about feeling overwhelmed by managing her parenting, work and home life, and Shanna discus…
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Things Millennials Are Teaching Their Kids That They Were NOT Taught & They're Spicy About It!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas open the episode by momsplaining the new parenting style that’s making its way into the spotlight, how to teach children important life lessons before they think you’re uncool, and then they dive into the viral Instagram post by @mamapsychologists about what millennial parents are teaching their children that t…
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Ep. 326 - Helping Your Child Relax After a Bad Dream
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In the special segment "What the Hack?," Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips and tricks, including ideas for encouraging your kids' independent play, helping your kids relax after having bad dreams and more. Also, Shanna reports on the newest addition to her family, and Laura talks about her 3-year-old's sudden swimming ski…
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Surviving Your Postpartum Era; Despite The Sparkly New Warning Label On… Parenting!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas explore three postpartum challenges that many new mamas face while taking care of their newborns, with insights and encouraging thoughts from moms who have felt the same! Sonia and Jessica also confront the major parenting elephant in the room, they’ve really been dragging their feet on this one; but they’re fi…
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Ep. 325 - The Creepy Thing Laura Heard on the Baby Monitor
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In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna dive into the topics of unusual things we have bought for our kids, the eerie things we've heard lately as parents and more! Also, Laura discusses her experience getting a colonoscopy and how it affected her mom life, and Shanna reports on the newest reward system she's…
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‘Pregnancy Is Not My Skill’ with Guest, Victoria Fritz From BabyBumps!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas are joined by Victoria Fritz to discuss Selena Gomez’s recent conversation with Vanity Fair about her future journey to motherhood, Victoria’s path to surrogacy, the full surrogacy process, what to expect if you’re considering surrogacy, lactation induction, IVF in real life, Victoria’s new surrogacy app called…
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Ep. 324 - What the Heck is Skibidi Toilet?!
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In another installment of the segment "Internet Insanity," Shanna and Laura take a deep dive into the confounding world of Skibidi Toilet, including its origins, its hold on Gen Alpha and the moral panic surrounding its existence. Also, Shanna reports on the questionable thing her daughter's school did without parental consent, and Laura checks in …
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The Emotional Dilemma Of Extra Embryos After IVF Fertility Treatments!
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On this episode the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas discuss one of the growing struggles that many mamas are facing with the advances in fertility treatments. IVF has brought new hope to women who are struggling to conceive; and now, many are facing an unanticipated emotional dilemma: what to do with the extra embryos that they worked so hard to create. Sonia an…
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Ep. 323 - Having a Mom Meltdown in Public
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In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna dive into a mysterious company that sells breast pumps online and their bizarre social-media marketing strategy. Also, Laura reports on her 3-year-old's back-to-school meltdowns, and Shanna recounts her own mom meltdown that recently happened in a very public place. Finally, they share th…
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The Fun Mom Fall Experience Checklist To Do With Your Littles And Mom Friends Too!
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Sonia and Jessica share the fun mom Fall experience checklist to do with your littles and mom friends this season! The Mamas start with a chat about the unhinged Netflix series ‘Baby Fever’ and what makes it worth your watch! Next, they dive into Fall; the ten best Fall things to do with your little ones, friends and family this season! It’s the fi…
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A ‘Geriatric’ Anniversary Special; You’ve Laughed And Cried With Us For One Full Year!
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Join Sonia and Jessica for this ‘Geriatric’ Anniversary Special! You went to your doctor, you told them you wanted to have a baby over the age of thirty five… So, they ran a few tests… and then they called you some very offensive names. You thought to yourself… ‘who are they calling geriatric?!’ And then you found the ‘Geriatric’ Mamas podcast and …
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In the special segment, "They Said What?!" Shanna and Laura discuss the funny, outrageous or offensive things people have said to them recently about parenting, including a scrutiny on screen time and a philosophy on floss; plus we dive into some surprising things WE said recently! Also, Shanna reports on her 5-year-old's infatuation with injuries,…
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