In the special segment "Big Topic," Shanna and Laura dive into the subject of parental comparison. They open up about the situations that fuel comparison between themselves and other parents in their own lives as well as ideas for how to manage the feelings. Also, Laura reports on a visit from extended family members, and Shanna talks about dealing with several unexpected occurrences at a kids' birthday party. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.
Topics discussed in this episode:
-Juggling parenting with family visiting from out of town
-Managing anxiety while at a kids' pool party
-Ways that parents compare each other to other parents
-Ways that parents compare each other's kids to other kids
-Ideas for dealing with feelings of comparison and jealousy as a parent
-An awesome, funny kids show that we love
-Challenges of homeownership as a parent
This episode's full show notes can be found here.
Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast
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Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.
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Ep. 362: Mom Confessions We Never Saw Coming
Laura and Shanna divulge their recent outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of ridiculous parenting injuries and meltdown-avoidance moves. Also, Shanna reports on her puppylicious Mother's Day, and Laura discusses why Mother's Day fell off her radar this year. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.
Topics discussed in this episode:
-Celebrating Mother's Day with your kids
-Puppy Yoga
-Handling your kids' seemingly trivial meltdowns
-Embarrassing parenting injuries
-Heating your above ground pool
-Taking your kids to the drive-thru carwash
This episode's full show notes can be found here.
Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast
Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.
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Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.
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Ep. 361: The Blame Game
In the special segment, "They Said What?!," Shanna and Laura report on the shocking, funny and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some unexpected advice about children's growth, a shocking toy-store declaration, an amusing accusation and more. Also, Laura discusses getting a breast ultrasound after having an inconclusive mammogram, and Shanna recounts an exasperating excursion with her 6-year-old. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.
Topics discussed in this episode:
-Getting a breast ultrasound after having an inconclusive mammogram
-Spending one-on-one time with your child
-When your kids' blame inanimate objects for their injuries
-Encouraging your kids to be independent in public
This episode's full show notes can be found here.
Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast
Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.
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Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.
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Ep. 360 - Expectations vs. Reality
In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Shanna and Laura explore the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, diving into the topics of Disneyland disappointments and fashion fails. Also, Shanna talks about how her kids reacted to their dad going out of town for a week, and Laura reports on how her family turned lemons into lemonade. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.
Topics discussed in this episode:
-Parenting without your partner when they go out of town
-Celebrating Earth Day with your kids
-Setting up a lemonade stand with your kids
-Disappointing experiences at Disneyland
-Should I put fake nails on my kid?
-Bring your kid to work day
-Finding your true bra measurement
This episode's full show notes can be found here.
Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast
Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.
Visit our website!
Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.
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Ep. 359: Is This the End (of Extended Breastfeeding)?
In the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna give updates about topics they've talked about previously, including extended breastfeeding, bangs, book clubs and more! Also, Laura reports on taking her 6-year-old on the most thrilling ride of his life at California Adventure, and Shanna discusses how her 9-year-old handled her first Easter knowing the truth about the Easter Bunny. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.
Topics discussed in this episode:
-What to do on spring break with your kids
-Going to Disneyland and California Adventure with your family
-Celebrating Easter when your kid doesn't believe in the Easter Bunny anymore
-When your kids have strong feelings about their stuffed animals
-Letting your kids express themselves with hairstyles, piercings and more
-Has Laura stopped breastfeeding Sebastian?
-Considering adopting a new family dog
This episode's full show notes can be found here.
Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast
Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.
Visit our website!
Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.
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About Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey
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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