Moms Interrupted

Finding Your Care Team, Colostrum Harvesting & Combo Feeding Guilt 18.06.2026 1h 4min

Finding a doctor & team you trust & vibe with during pregnancy and postpartum is harder than it should be - this week we're breaking down exactly how to find an OB, midwife, pediatrician, or doula who listens to you, what we've walked away from, and why the office system matters just as much as the provider itself.We're also getting into the colostrum harvesting - is it evidence-based or just social media trend? What does harvesting colostrum before birth actually do, and who does it make sense for? We break down the clinical side so you can make an informed decision.Plus combo feeding guilt — 87% of parents end up combo feeding, so if you're struggling, you are not alone. We cover the real clinical reasons for under supply, what actually affects your breastfeeding journey, and why formula is never a moral failure.Topics covered this week:How to find an OB, midwife, or pediatrician you trust & likeColostrum harvesting pros and consCombo feeding and breastfeeding supplyUnder supply — clinical causes and what to doPostpartum depression and breastfeeding researchUS maternal mental health report 2025XX,Taylor & Natasha

Baby Sleep, Postpartum Body Image & Surviving Toddler + Newborn Life 11.06.2026 52min

In this episode, we're getting into - the great debate on baby sleep (spoiler: you only get ONE: good sleeper, day OR night), surviving the toddler + newborn combo, postpartum rage and what actually triggers it, your period returning after birth, and the very real pressure of postpartum body image in the GLP-1 era. Plus, Father's Day hot takes and a few stories from our realities.Topics covered: newborn sleep, toddler regression, postpartum mood disorders, postpartum body image, breastfeeding and your period returning, preferred parent realities, and navigating it all with a partner.New episodes every Thursday. Follow so you never miss it!XX,Natasha & Taylor

How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids: Marriage, Motherhood & the Postpartum Shift 04.06.2026 1h 1min

This week on Moms Interrupted, Natasha and Taylor dive into How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn — and honestly? It's the book every pregnant mom and dad need to read before the baby arrives. They break down why relationships shift so dramatically after kids, who's really doing the mental load at home, and why the "helping" language needs to go. Plus: the dishwasher personality types that are apparently causing couples to fight, why weekends with kids hit different, and how delegating (for real) can change everything. They also get into postpartum round two being harder physically but easier mentally, the pressure to show up in the world before you're ready, and why the nuclear family model might be at the root of it all.If you've ever wondered why you and your partner feel like strangers after having a baby - this one's for you.Topics covered: postpartum relationships, mental load, division of labor, communication after kids, stay-at-home mom mental health, postpartum depression, nuclear family, couples therapy, baby's first birthday, and more.XX,Natasha & Taylor

The Truth About Postpartum Sex & Workouts, Toddler Behavior + Natasha’s IBCLC Journey 28.05.2026 48min

We're back on the couch with overflow from our 50th episode topic requests - and per usual, it's fun while also being educational. This week Natasha and Taylor get into the postpartum topics that nobody talks about honestly enough, starting with postpartum sex (or the lack thereof). Natasha breaks down the actual biology behind low libido while breastfeeding - prolactin, estrogen, vaginal dryness - so you can stop blaming yourself and start blaming hormones. Plus: a note to partners everywhere.Since Taylor is 10 weeks postpartum, we're talking about the pumping pressure myth - because no, you don't have to introduce bottles or build a freezer stash, and more moms need to hear that. Natasha shares her IBCLC journey, including the brutal triple-feeding experience with her first that sent her down the path to becoming a lactation consultant. Taylor answers listener questions about birth positions and how to prepare for an unmedicated hospital birth as a birth educator and doula - including why hiring a doula might be the single best decision you make (and why it's evidence based).We also respond to a moving momTALK voicemail from a listener working in neonatology who's newly pregnant and navigating serious pregnancy anxiety - and talk about why who and what you're surrounded with matters when it comes to worry during pregnancy.Plus: the dad bod double standard, changing table discourse part two, rushing your toddler with zero guilt, and the sneaky nighttime diaper slide hack.Topics covered:- Postpartum sex drive & the biology of why breastfeeding tanks your libido- Why lube is not optional - it's biology- The pumping pressure myth & breastfeeding without bottles- Natasha's IBCLC journey & what triple feeding actually is, as well as her experience with it- Best birth positions for medicated & unmedicated labor- How to prepare for an unmedicated hospital birth (hint: hire a doula)- Pregnancy and birth anxiety- Toddler park tantrum survival tips- Traveling with a babyXX,Natasha & Taylor

Start Here! 21.05.2026

❤️☕️ Between us, we’re both moms of two with backgrounds in Lactation education (CLC,LEC), Childbirth (LCCE) and Doula Support. We’re here to make motherhood less scary and more fun. Join us every Thursday on the couch. Welcome to your new mom friend group - We’re so glad you’re here!! XX,Taylor and Natasha 😘

Mom Guilt, Adding Siblings & Postpartum Relationships: 50th Episode Q&A 21.05.2026 57min

It's our 50th episode and one year anniversary and we're giving the people what they want! You've been asking, so we're finally answering your most requested questions. We're talking about our ages, whether we want more kids (spoiler: it's complicated), what it was like growing up in Hawaii vs. raising kids in San Diego, how we each met our husbands, and how to show up as a wife when motherhood has completely drained you. We also share our hot tips for solo parenting when your partner travels — and we launch our brand new segment, momTALK, where we play a voicemail from a 3-week postpartum mom navigating resentment and unequal mental load with her husband. It's just us as always but a little bit more personal! In this episode:How old are Taylor & Natasha, really?Do we want more kids?Growing up in Hawaii & what brought us to San Diego How we each met our husbandsHow to stay connected with your partner when you're touched out Tips for surviving solo parenting daysmomTALK debut: postpartum resentment, shift schedules & video games at 3amXX,Natasha & Taylor

My First Pregnancy Story: Severe Morning Sickness, Hyperemesis Gravidarum & Learning to Advocate for Myself 14.05.2026 34min

In this solo episode of Moms Interrupted, Natasha shares her raw and honest first pregnancy story—from trying to conceive and early pregnancy excitement to severe nausea, vomiting, and eventually being diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). She opens up about being dismissed, ending up in the ER, the mental health toll of a hard pregnancy, and how the experience taught her to trust her body and advocate for herself. Followed by follower Q&A! If you’re curious about Natasha's pregnancy story or dealing with morning sickness yourself - this episode is for you.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Unsolicited Mom Advice We Ignore: Newborn Sleep, Breastfeeding & Baby Myths Edition 07.05.2026 50min

Unsolicited parenting advice is everywhere — from your mom, grandma, mother-in-law, friends, your Instagram algorithm, and the stranger in line at Starbucks. This week we're reading your DMs and breaking down the most common myths new moms are still hearing: night nursing, formula vs. breast milk, visitor policies after birth, unmedicated childbirth, postpartum appointment barriers, and why nobody should be putting cereal in a bottle. It seems like some of these myths will never die. You are not alone and you are not crazy.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Moms Navigating Starting Solids: Baby Led Weaning, Gagging vs Choking & Allergens 30.04.2026 50min

Starting solids can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, Natasha sits down with registered dietitian and Baby-Led Weaning expert Katie Ferraro, from @babyledweanteam, to break down what parents really need to know about feeding babies in the first year. They cover when to start solids, why waiting until 6 months matters, the truth about gagging vs. choking, introducing allergens, picky eating, snacks, water, constipation, and how to build confidence at the table. If you’re nervous about starting solids or drowning in conflicting advice online, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to begin.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Mom Life: Transition from 1 to 2 Kids, Alcohol & Breastfeeding & Labor Signs 23.04.2026 36min

In this episode of Moms Interrupted, we’re covering the real mom life: from the transition from one to two kids, to breastfeeding questions, to knowing when labor is actually starting.We talk about the transition from 1 to 2 kids, dividing your attention, toddler regressions, overstimulation, and how family dynamics shift.We also break down one of the most asked postpartum questions: Can you drink alcohol while breastfeeding? We discuss timing, nuance, common myths, and how to make informed decisions that feel right for your family.Plus, we answer questions about early labor signs, what to do before heading to the hospital, newborn sleep, co-sleeping, supply dips after returning to work, high lipase milk and more.If you’re pregnant, postpartum, in the thick of toddler life, or just trying to survive motherhood with a sense of humor—this episode is for you.Topics Covered:Transitioning from 1 to 2 kidsToddler behavior & regressionsAlcohol & breastfeedingSigns labor is startingWhen to go to the hospitalNewborn sleep & co-sleepingPumping & supply dips after returning to workRealistic motherhood expectations🎙️ New episodes every week from two moms keeping it honest.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Your Hospital Stay After Birth: What No One Tells You 16.04.2026 49min

You planned for labor & delivery, but did anyone prepare you for what happens after birth when you're in the hospital? In this episode, we’re breaking down the postpartum hospital stay no one talks about: interruptions, sleep, pain, lactation visits, newborn weight loss and behavior, the provided food, billing and what we’d do differently next time.Whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or just curious, this is the real, honest conversation we wish we had before giving birth. Plus: our best tips for your hospital stay and setting yourself up for breastfeeding success.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Unmedicated Positive Hospital Birth Story: Second Baby, Fast Labor, No Epidural 09.04.2026 49min

Taylor is back sharing her second birth story - and this one was completely different.After having her first baby at a birth center, she chose to work with an OB and deliver in a hospital, but still had an unmedicated birth as she had planned for.From her water breaking at 12:30am on her due date to a 4-hour labor, intense contractions minutes apart, and a 45-minute car ride while in active labor.We talk about:The biggest differences between birth center vs hospital birthWhat it’s actually like to have an unmedicated hospital birthTiming when to go to the hospital (and why it’s such a mind game)Labor starting with your water breaking (even though “that’s rare”)Managing contractions without an epiduralThe mental side of birth (and how it changes the second time)What helped her avoid tearingThat moment of “I can’t do this”… right before baby arrivesShe went from anxiety leading up to birth → to a fast, empowering, unmedicated delivery and shares exactly what made the difference this time.If you're preparing for birth, considering going unmedicated, or deciding between location of birth & type of care team, this episode is for you.XX,Taylor & Natasha

How to Induce Labor Naturally + Epidurals & Doulas: What No One Tells You 02.04.2026 1h 6min

In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) parts of pregnancy: trying to get labor started.From dates and raspberry leaf tea to acupuncture, sex, and curb walking — we dive into the truth behind “natural induction” methods, what the research actually says, and what’s just anecdotal hype.We get into:- Your body won’t go into labor until it’s ready & why that's a good thing!- Alllllllll of the natural methods you COULD try- What might help vs. what’s potentially risky- The real role of doulas (and why they’re so powerful for birth outcomes)- Epidurals: the good, the trade-offs, and how to think about your options- How we have found to be the best approach for the final weeks of pregnancy without spiralingIf you’re in your third trimester (or just curious about birth), this is the honest, no-BS conversation you need.Because sometimes the most important thing to remember is: your baby will come when they’re ready 🤍🎧 Tune in for a grounded, evidence-based take — with plenty of personal stories and hot takes along the way.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Moms and Newborns: Gas, Cradle Cap, Witching Hour and What is Normal 26.03.2026 42min

In this episode, we’re talking all things newborn life: the weird, the normal, and the things that totally catch you off guard the first time around. From gas, grunting, spit-up, sneezing, meconium, cradle cap, swaddles, and witching hour to the reality that most newborn behaviors are bizarre but completely normal, we’re breaking down what’s actually worth worrying about and what’s just part of the newborn phase.We also talk about the pressure of waiting for labor, the “fourth trimester,” why newborns don’t need nearly as much stimulation as the internet wants you to think, and our best advice for supporting a gassy or fussy baby without spiraling. This episode is your reminder that newborns are under construction, you do not need to fix every little noise they make, and sometimes the best thing you can do is sit down, snuggle your baby, and trust that this phase will pass.If you’re in the thick of newborn life or getting ready to enter it again, this one is for you.

Informed Feeding: Breast Milk, Formula, and What Moms Deserve to Know 19.03.2026 54min

In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most sensitive and polarizing conversations in motherhood: breast milk, formula, and informed feeding choices.We talk about the biochemical differences between breast milk and formula, the benefits and risks of each, combo feeding, and why so many parents make feeding decisions without truly having all the information. This is not a shame-based conversation, and it’s not a moral debate — it’s about facts, context, and helping moms make informed choices that work for their families.We also get into how maternity leave, hospital policies, formula marketing, and postpartum support shape infant feeding decisions in ways many families don’t realize. Whether you’re breastfeeding, formula feeding, combo feeding, pumping, or still figuring it out, this episode is here to support you with nuance, evidence, and zero judgment.Because moms deserve information, not guilt.XX, Taylor & Natasha

Postpartum Identity: Letting Go, Mom Brain & Entertaining Kids 12.03.2026 33min

In this episode of Moms Interrupted, we talk about the massive identity shift that happens after becoming a mom. Postpartum isn’t just physical — your brain literally changes, your routines change, and suddenly the life you had before kids feels completely different.We share our experiences navigating “mom brain,” letting go of rigid expectations, and learning to let go in early motherhood. From feeling like you have to constantly entertain your kids, to the pressure to bounce back, to the endless noise about what kind of mom you’re supposed to be — it’s a lot.We also talk about the small things that helped us reconnect with ourselves postpartum: finding tiny pockets of time for ourselves, tuning out social media noise, embracing a little more “90s parenting,” and giving ourselves permission to still be figuring it out.In this episode we discuss:Why postpartum identity shifts are completely normalWhat “mom brain” actually feels likeLetting go of the pressure to constantly entertain your kidsFinding small ways to reconnect with yourselfWhy motherhood doesn’t have to fit into one boxIf you’re in the thick of postpartum and wondering who you are now, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone — and there’s no deadline for finding your new rhythm.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Mom Friendships: Making, Keeping & Losing Friends After Kids 05.03.2026 41min

Motherhood changes everything, especially your friendships. In this episode, we talk honestly about making mom friends, maintaining old friendships, and why relationships can shift after having kids. From feeling lonely postpartum to navigating friends without children, we break down the realities no one talks about, including mom group dynamics, canceled plans, social media pressure, and why different friends serve different seasons of life.We touch on:Surprising stats about loneliness in motherhoodHow we've made new mom friends What to do when friendships fade or feel one-sidedWhy communication matters more than perfectionHow to support friends in different life stagesWhether you’re the first mom in your group, the last, or somewhere in between, this episode is your reminder that friendship in motherhood isn’t broken…it’s evolving.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Co-Sleeping & Safe Sleep: The Impossible Decisions of Motherhood 26.02.2026 48min

Co-sleeping is one of the most emotional, controversial, and misunderstood topics in modern motherhood and most parents aren’t getting the full picture.In this episode, we break down what co-sleeping actually means, why over 60% of mothers report doing it at some point, and what the research really says about safety, risk, and the famous Safe Sleep Seven. We also talk about the cultural history behind Western sleep norms, why parents feel pressure to lie to pediatricians, and how social media has made infant sleep more stressful than ever.This is not a “do this or else” episode. It’s an education-first, judgment-free conversation about how families make impossible decisions when they’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and just trying to keep everyone safe and rested.If you’ve ever Googled baby sleep at 3am, this episode is for you.We cover:The difference between co-sleeping, bedsharing, and room-sharingSafe vs unsafe sleep environmentsThe science behind breastfeeding + sleep proximityHow temperament affects infant sleepWhy motherhood decisions aren’t black and whiteOur goal: less shame, more information, and parents who feel empowered instead of afraid.XX,Natasha & Taylor

The Decision To Become A Mother, Teething Myths & What Not To Say To A First Time Mom 19.02.2026 47min

In this episode of Mom’s Interrupted, Taylor and Natasha cover the “greatest hits” of early parenthood: how to know if you want to be a mom, how to set realistic expectations for the newborn/toddler years, and why certainty isn’t required to be a great parent. Then we get into teething—what’s real vs. myth (fever, diarrhea, sleep), what actually helps, and why the teething industry can feel so predatory. We wrap with a laugh-cry list of what not to say to pregnant women and new moms—and what to say instead.XX,Natasha & Taylor

Predatory Marketing in Pregnancy & Motherhood 12.02.2026 50min

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the multi-billion-dollar industry built on maternal insecurity. From prenatals to formula to postpartum “bounce back” programs, we unpack how marketing to moms is often less about evidence and more about emotion.We talk about the history of formula advertising, the WHO Code of Marketing Breastmilk Substitutes, and why many of the tactics we see every day are actually illegal in other countries. We dig into GLP-1 and weight-loss marketing aimed at postpartum women, “datafied parenting,” influencer culture, and how fear-based messaging convinces moms they’re doing it wrong unless they buy the right product.Most importantly, we talk about how women are increasingly being marketed to by other women and how “helping moms” has quietly turned into a very profitable business model.Raise your hand if you've ever been personally victimized, targeted, manipulated by predatory marketing.XX,Natasha