Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting (BFP)
von Laura Birek, Shanna Micko
- wöchentlichErscheinungsrhythmus
- 50 mintypische Länge
- vor 5 Tagenletzte Folge
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Toddler Meltdowns Over Inanimate Objects - Ep. 379
In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Shanna and Laura explore the situations that have brought out the waterworks in their little ones recently, including unexpected morning meltdowns, big feelings about inanimate objects and mor
Potty-Training Q&A: Readiness, Road Trips and Poop Reluctance - Ep. 378
To celebrate the release of Laura's new book "Good to Go: A Fresh Take on Potty Training for Today's Intentional Parent," she and her co-author, Gia Gambaro Blount, answer listener questions all about potty training! They dive into the topi
Hiring Your First Non-Family Babysitter - Ep. 377
In the special segment "Mom Wins!," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including surprising successes inside a hotel lobby, at a big-kid's birthday party, in the presence of a claw machine and more! Also, Laura
Talking to Your Kids About Loss and Grief - Ep. 376
In the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura quiz each other with parenting-related trivia questions about gender representation in kids' books, the cost of high-end summer camps and more. Also, Shanna talks about the passing o
Puberty 101: Answering Kids' Awkward Questions - Ep. 375
Laura and Shanna reveal the funny and unusual things they've asked the internet recently in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," diving into the topics of puberty, kids' casinos, inappropriate words and more. Also, Laura reports
When School Volunteering Gets Out of Control - Ep. 374
In the special segment "Gripe Water," Laura and Shanna share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into the topics of volunteering, school-attendance policies, parties and more. Also, Shanna r
Introducing Your Child to Their Newborn Sibling: Q&A - Ep. 373
In Part 2 of “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Shanna and Laura answer more listener questions about everything from embryo storage to family traditions, to friend jealousy and more! Also, Laura reports on how her family managed a week without childcar
When Is Your Child Officially Potty Trained? - Ep. 372
In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about knowing when your toddler is officially potty trained, handling your kids' socially unacceptable habits, our worst bosses ever and more! Also, Sha
The Physical (and Emotional) Pain of Parenthood - Ep. 371
In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal funny and unexpected things they've never done before having kids, including incidents that hurt their bodies as well as their egos. Also, Laura goes on
Taking Kids to a Wedding: What Could Go Wrong? - Ep. 370
In the special segment "Throwback," Laura recounts the time that her mom saw through the facade of Laura's toxic ex-boyfriend and planted a seed of doubt about their relationship. Also, Shanna talks about how going to a wedding with her kid
What's the Tooth Fairy's Going Rate These Days? - Ep. 369
In the special segment "Throwback," Shanna turns back time to tell the story of the time she made a mortifying mistake at her college job and turned to her mom for help. Also, Laura talks about the surprising incident that knocked out her 6
Cosmic Baby Training and Fetal DNA Facts - Ep. 368
In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the intriguing things they have learned recently related to the world of parenting, including a mind-blowing fact about fetal DNA and the "otherworldly" origins of a popular
Awkward Playground Encounters: Would You Rather - Ep. 367
In the special segment "Would You Rather: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura present hypothetical parenting situations then discuss which choices they would rather make, diving into the topics of clothing conundrums and park predicaments.
BFP Roundup, Part 2: Our Best Stories, Tips and Outtakes - Ep. 366
In part two of their 365th episode celebration, Laura and Shanna share more best-of moments from the Big Fat Positive podcast through the years, including their favorite deep cuts from the show, more listener-favorite stories, Laura's most
BFP Roundup: Listener Favorite Stories, Hacks and Bloopers - Ep. 365
Shanna and Laura celebrate their 365th episode of the BFP Podcast by sharing listeners' favorite, funniest and most helpful moments throughout the years. Laughs, memories and gratitude abound as the moms reflect on two of the most hilarious
AI Baby Slop: The Internet's Weirdest Baby Videos - Ep. 364
In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna share the wild and wacky content they've found online recently, including the hilariously horrible AI-generated videos that Laura can't look away from and an athletic event featur
Mom Comparison: Measuring Yourself Against Other Parents - Ep. 363
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 ma
Mom Confessions We Never Saw Coming - Ep. 362
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 pu
The Blame Game and a Breast Ultrasound Update - Ep. 361
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,
Navigating Your Child's Expectations vs. Reality - Ep. 360
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 h
The End of Extended Breastfeeding? - Ep. 359
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 thrillin
Unhinged Parenting Hacks That Actually Work - Ep. 358
In the special segment "What the Hack?," Shanna and Laura share some of their favorite parenting tips and tricks, including ideas for cleaning up toys, improving bath time, encouraging cooperation and more! Also, Shanna reports on her quest
Play Dates Gone Wild: Blood, Sweat and Tears - Ep. 357
In the special segment "Dear Past Me," Laura and Shanna turn back time to give their former selves parenting advice based on what they know now, including wisdom about family pets and household appliances. Also, Shanna and Laura report on e
Explaining Miscarriage and Rainbow Babies to Your Child - Ep. 356
In the special segment “Stump the Moms,” Shanna and Laura quiz each other with trivia questions about bizarre school fundraisers, lengthy human pregnancies, fertility crime and more! Also, Shanna reports on talking to her 9-year-old daughte
Telling Kids the Truth About Santa, Sex and More - Ep. 355
Laura and Shanna reveal the funny and unusual things they've asked the internet recently in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," diving into the topics of sex education and DIY projects. Also, Laura discusses the surprise that tu
Why Is School Communication So Confusing? - Ep. 354
In the special segment "Gripe Water," Laura and Shanna share the hilariously petty parenting problems that have been bothering them lately, diving into the topics of confusing communication and cuckoo kids' songs. Also, Shanna reports on a
A Haircut That Triggered Big Tears - Ep. 353
In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal funny and unexpected things they've never done before having kids, including giving out inappropriate items at a kids' party, using a children's couch fo
Making Progress With Your Selective Eater - Ep. 352
In the special segment "Mom Wins," Laura and Shanna celebrate their recent parenting successes, diving into the topics of handling your child's selective eating and managing your kids' relationship with your pets. Also, Shanna discusses som
A Dinnertime Game That Celebrates Your Kids' Strengths - Ep. 351
In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the fascinating or unusual things they have learned recently, including some "super" facts about nipples, nursing in the wild and more! Also, Laura reports on her 6-year-old
Night Terrors: What They Are and What Helps - Ep. 350
In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out!," Shanna and Laura reveal the current parenting dilemmas that have their hair standing on end, diving into the topics of night terrors, YouTube tutorials and more. Also, Shanna reports on a fami
