Newbies: New Moms, New Babies

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  Postpartum Body Changes: Healing After Vaginal Birth or C-Section, Support, and What to Check at 6–8 Weeks 23.07.2026 39min

  Host Kaile Garcia welcomes Dr. Ricki Pollycove, a longtime Bay Area OB/GYN, to discuss what’s normal and not normal in postpartum recovery. They compare healing after vaginal birth and C-section, noting that discomfort varies with the birth experience and that reducing perineal swelling by positioning hips above the heart can lessen pain and speed healing. Dr. Pollycove explains typical C-section pain triggers (coughing, sneezing, laughing, sometimes urination) and factors that affect recovery, including excess weight gain. She emphasizes postpartum nutrition and hydration—high protein, lower carbohydrates, and ample fluids—to support mood, energy, and wound healing. At the 6–8 week visit, common issues include breastfeeding nipple pain, relationship support, isolation, and mood changes linked to low estrogen while nursing; she also recommends evaluating anemia, thyroid function, possible UTI, and considering safe estrogen support when needed. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more information giveaways and more. Our handle is @NewMommyMedia and follow us on Patreon! You get behind the scene clips, blog posts, videos and the episodes a week early and ad free! Complete our survey and enter to win a $50 gift card: ⁠⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8GTTR3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What to Expect in the NICU: Levels of Care, Parent Involvement, and Going Home 16.07.2026 37min

  Newbies host Kaile Garcia interviews Theresa Hunt, a level three NICU nurse in Northeast Ohio, about what parents can expect during a NICU stay. Hunt explains NICU levels 1–4, which babies are admitted (including those born before 35 weeks), and how transfers work when higher-level care is needed. She describes typical assignments ranging from “feeder growers” to critical infants needing IV medications and respiratory support, and shares ways nurses prepare parents by setting expectations and involving them in care through touch, diapering, weighing, skin-to-skin, and feeding practice. The discussion covers breastfeeding in the NICU, pumping, “nuzzling,” lactation support, and measuring intake, along with discharge milestones and corrected/adjusted age. Hunt outlines night-shift routines, visiting policies, and common items families bring, and ends with a story of a 22-week infant who survived without deficits. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more information giveaways and more. Our handle is @NewMommyMedia and follow us on Patreon! You get behind the scene clips, blog posts, videos and the episodes a week early and ad free! Complete our survey and enter to win a $50 gift card: ⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8GTTR3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Working Out After Baby: Pilates, Strength, and Getting Your Pink Back 09.07.2026 29min

  Host Kaile Garcia welcomes Lori Harding, a Dallas-based Pilates instructor and solo mom of an under-one-year-old, to discuss working out postpartum and its physical and mental health benefits. Lori shares her planned C-section birth story due to placenta previa, her IVF baby born on World IVF Day, and returning to exercise about eight weeks postpartum after being medically cleared. She explains contemporary Pilates on a reformer as strength-focused training distinct from classical Pilates, and describes how she supports postpartum and pregnant clients with modifications, accessible transitions, and encouragement to listen to their bodies and give themselves grace. The episode includes at-home movement ideas (squats, lunges, light weights, standing core) and Lori’s “aha” moment from her first postpartum class. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more information giveaways and more. Our handle is @NewMommyMedia and follow us on Patreon! You get behind the scene clips, blog posts, videos and the episodes a week early and ad free! Complete our survey and enter to win a $50 gift card: ⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8GTTR3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What You Will Learn At A Newborn Class 02.07.2026 26min

  Having a newborn is fun, messy, loud and so exciting! You may be thinking of taking a newborn class with your partner to learn the ins and outs of caring for your new bundle of joy! Today we are diving deep in the joys of motherhood, what you will walk away with at one of these classes and so much more! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more information giveaways and more. Our handle is @NewMommyMedia and follow us on Patreon! You get behind the scene clips, blog posts, videos and the episodes a week early and ad free! Complete our survey and enter to win a $50 gift card: ⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8GTTR3 For more information about Suma Metla or Three Little Ducks click here! Don't forget to check them out if you are located on Oahu and subscribe to their newsletter for more information! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why You Should Bring Your Baby To An Indoor PlayHouse 25.06.2026 31min

  With Summer like weather come summer showers! & It’s great being outside with your baby when you can but sometimes that is simply not possible. Today we are talking about playhouses! Why you should bring your baby to one and if they are worth the hype! Jessica Lawson with The Palmetto Playhouse chats about why she created this playhouse for families, how playhouses can be beneficial for those under one and how to enjoy your time at one! If you are near the low country be sure to check them out! Also don't forget to follow New Mommy Media on Instagram for more information giveaways and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Working Through the Shame in Motherhood 18.06.2026 29min

   Whether you choose to breastfeed your baby or formula feed, cosleep or have your infant in their own room, start your baby on purees or baby led feed,  you might be feeling ashamed about your parenting decisions. Today we are taking a deep dive into shame that you might feel during motherhood and ways to help navigate these feelings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why Infant Feeding Is More Complex Than Parents Are Told 11.06.2026 34min

  You have successfully birthed your baby! Now, you are being asked whether you are breastfeeding, formula feeding, nursing or pumping… feeding your infant can be hard and finding what works for both you and your baby can be even harder! Today we are diving deep into why feeding your infant is more complex than parents are told! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more information giveaways and more. Our handle is @NewMommyMedia and follow us on Patreon! You get behind the scene clips, blog posts, videos and the episodes a week early and ad free! Complete our survey and enter to win a $50 gift card: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P8GTTR3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Disney Theme Park Tips when Taking Your Baby 04.06.2026 51min

  Whether you have a three-month-old, a six-month-old or you are wanting to celebrate your little one turning one at Disney, today we are chatting about taking your baby to a Disney Theme Park! What are the best rides to go on? What are rides you should avoid and what shows or parades are a must see! We will discuss all the tips and tricks on taking your baby to Disney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  New Season Coming Soon! 01.06.2026 1min

  Newbies guides new mothers through their baby’s first year of life. Episodes feature newly postpartum moms as they celebrate the excitement of becoming new parents, as well as the emotional and physical struggles of recovering from childbirth and caring for a newborn baby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Understanding Frequencies and Their Effects on Babies 28.05.2026 39min

  When your baby cries and there’s no end in sight, do you ever wish you had an instant trick to calm him down? There may be natural frequencies you can use at home to help with soothing. But what are frequencies? And what are their healing — as well as soothing — benefits? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Sleeping Tips for Traveling with Baby 27.05.2026 38min

  Traveling with a baby can definitely have its challenges, and sleep could quite possibly be at the top of that list. So, how do you get your baby adjusted while you're traveling through time zones, or driving long hours in the car? And then once you get to your destination, how do you create the best sleep environment possible... even when you don't have everything you would typically have at home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Working Out After Baby 14.05.2026 36min

  With postpartum bodies and tiny humans in tow, working out looks different after having a baby. How should moms ease back in? What are red flags to watch out for? And how can you exercise with your baby at home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Colic: Why is My Baby Crying Constantly? 08.05.2026 37min

  Babies are supposed to cry, it's how they communicate with us. But what do you do when your baby is crying constantly? Could your baby have colic? What exactly is colic and why does it happen? And what natural remedies can you use to help soothe your baby so you both can get some much-needed rest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Know Your Infant Reflexes 30.04.2026 36min

  If you have a newborn, then you're no stranger to your little one's weird, jerky movements. Thankfully, those crazy moves are completely normal. In fact, these infant reflexes are designed to protect your baby and keep him safe. So, what can you expect as a new parent? What happens during the moro reflex, sucking reflex, and the root reflex? Will your child always have them or will they eventually go away? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  5 Ingredients to Avoid Putting on Your Baby's Skin 23.04.2026 39min

  Is your baby prone to diaper rashes or eczema? Are you struggling to treat cradle cap or baby acne? Many products that claim to help these kinds of skin issues contain ingredients that can actually aggravate the problem. So how do you know what is safe to put on your baby's brand new skin? And what ingredients should you avoid at all costs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Benefits of Kangaroo Care 16.04.2026 37min

  You've heard the phrase skin-to-skin, but what about kangaroo care? How can this intimate way of holding your baby increase bonding after birth? What are some of the other benefits? How can it help with breastfeeding? And how does it ease the struggles many premature and NICU babies face? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How to Potty Train Your Infant 09.04.2026 1t

  Most people think of potty training as something to tackle in toddlerhood. But have you ever heard of potty training a baby? This episode is all about elimination communication, a method some parents use with their babies to help them learn to use the toilet at an early age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Are Pacifiers Good for Babies? 02.04.2026 41min

  You may know them as pacis, binkies, soothies, or a slew of other names we call that thing that we stick in our baby’s mouth to help them stop crying. In my house, pacifiers often work like magic. But are there actual benefits to using them? Today we’re going to dig into the science of pacifiers and address some of the most burning questions new parents have on this topic, as well as tips for addressing some of the more problematic paci woes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Breastfeeding Your Baby: Establishing Your Breast Milk 26.03.2026 33min

  As a new breastfeeding mom, one of your top objectives is to establish a good milk supply for your growing baby. How often should you nurse to bring in your supply? How important is skin-to-skin contact with your baby? What can you do to help regulate an oversupply so you don't feel engorged? Moms with new babies speak out about what worked best for them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Sex After Baby: When Can We Do It Again? 19.03.2026 40min

  After you give birth to your baby, your body needs some time to recover. After all, you just created another human being. Eventually, you (and your partner) may be wondering when you can have sex again. Is six weeks really enough time? How do you know if you're ready? Will it feel different? How can you do it as safely as possible, and what should you expect? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices