Moms Interrupted

Epizode

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  My Positive Elective Induction & Epidural Birth Story: Reflections for Expecting Moms 13.08.2026 39min

  Taylor's out this week (she's in Hawai'i for a friend's wedding 🌺), so Natasha is flying solo to share her first birth story — from a hyperemesis gravidarum pregnancy through weeks of prodromal labor, an elective 39-week induction, Cytotec, Pitocin, an epidural at 5cm, and a sunny-side-up baby who needed to be flipped before pushing.In this episode, Natasha covers:What hyperemesis gravidarum actually is (and how it was mismanaged for her)Weeks of prodromal labor and why does no one warn you about it??How an "elective induction" scheduling actually works (spoiler: it's not really scheduled)The Cytotec → Pitocin → epidural timelineGetting flipped by nurses on hands and knees (baby was sunny-side up)Postpartum pain after an epidural birth vs. her later unmedicated birthEarly breastfeeding struggles that pushed her toward becoming a lactation consultantHer honest answer to "would you choose induction again?"This is a positive birth story — not a scary one!!🎧 New episodes every Thursday📩 Send us your questions — DM us or drop them wherever you listen⭐ If this helped you, a 5-star rating helps more moms find the showXX,Natasha & Taylor
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  Hot Mom Summer: Sick While Nursing, Lap Infants & Nursery Regrets 06.08.2026 52min

  It's giving hot takes. This week Taylor and Natasha get into everything that makes summer with kids chaotic — starting with what actually happens when you're sick while breastfeeding (and what over-the-counter meds can do to your supply). Natasha breaks down the real hierarchy of allergy meds for nursing moms, and how nobody talks about milk supply the way they talk about baby safety.Then: Natasha got her palm read at a 4th of July carnival and asked if she should have a third kid. The answer? Not exactly reassuring. We get into it.Plus — travel season hot takes: lap infant age cutoff at age 2, why nursing chairs is one of the biggest scams in baby gear, and we are preparing you for the reality of road-tripping or flying with babies & toddlers. And in momTALK: a mother-in-law shows up two days postpartum with a very bold request about the baby's name.Grab your reheated coffee and get comfy — this one's a ride. 🎧💬 Share this with your group chat, or any mom who needs it.See you next Thursday on the couch.XX,Natasha & Taylor
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  Dad Interrupted: A Husband's POV on Birth, Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and Marriage 30.07.2026 45min

  For the first time, we're handing the mic to a husband. Taylor's husband Connor joins the podcast (recorded on their son's 3rd birthday — and their 3-year "parent-iversary" to the day!) to answer questions about what it's really like on the dad side of pregnancy, birth and parenthood.We get into:🍼 How a dad can actually support a breastfeeding mom (hint: it's not about the boobs)👶 Birth center vs. hospital birth — his honest take on both💰 The infamous "postpartum hospital bill ambush" story 🩺 What partners should watch during labor — and what to look away from🛏️ Co-sleeping, sleep regression, and surviving on zero sleep❤️ How to keep your marriage strong through the newborn chaos👨‍👦 The invisible mental load dads carry (and don't get enough credit for)If you've ever wondered what your husband is actually thinking during labor, postpartum, or the 4am wake-ups, want to know a dad's perspective on "what to expect when you're expecting" + some hot tips for dads from a dad - this episode is the one to send him.XX,Natasha & Taylor
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  Mom Q&A: 4 Month Sleep Regression, Contact Naps, Feral Toddlers & Postpartum Summer 23.07.2026 47min

  In this episode, Taylor and Natasha answer a big batch of listener-submitted questions in a rapid-fire YOLO episode. Topics include:🍼 The 4-month sleep regression — what's biologically normal vs. what's a myth😅 Why "terrible twos" are actually.... "terrible threes"🤱 Contact naps, carrier naps, and what's developmentally normal for infant sleep📊 Baby weight percentiles — when to actually worry vs. when it's just genetics🏖️ The postpartum-summer vs. pregnant-summer debate🚼 Managing a toddler + newborn 🤔 Breastfeeding in public, kick counts in late pregnancy, and more😳 A surprising postpartum body fact nobody tells you about (labia edition)Plus this week's momTALK: a listener navigating a NICU/PICU stay, tongue-tie release, reflux, and breastfeeding challenges with two kids under two.XX,Natasha & Taylor
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  Epidurals & The Cascade of Birth Interventions: What You Can Control 16.07.2026 51min

  70%+ women in the U.S. get the epidural during childbirth. This week we're breaking down the "cascade of interventions": the risks that don't show up on the standard epidural risk list, and what you can actually do about them. We talk dosage and timing, movement, IV fluids, immediate skin-to-skin, and why informed consent — not "natural vs. medicated" — is the real goal. Plus: a hot take on the "your baby is huge" induction scare and the stats on the margin of error on those ultrasounds. We cover:- What's actually on ACOG's epidural risk list vs. what's correlated but rarely discussed- Dosage and timing: why when you get the epidural changes your birth trajectory- Movement and positioning tips with an epidural and why it matters- Why immediate skin-to-skin matters for breastfeeding and postpartum recovery- How IV fluids can affect newborn weight loss, swelling, and early latch- A listener question on "big baby" induction scares - and the real margin of error on ultrasound weight estimatesThis episode isn't about whether you should or shouldn't get an epidural - it's about informed consent. If you want one, here's how to make choices along the way that align with what actually matters to you.
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  Predatory Marketing: Pregnant or a First-Time Mom? Watch This Before You Buy 09.07.2026 50min

  Are you try to conceive? Pregnant? A first-time mom? A mom of multiple kids? Do you feel like you're being bombarded with products you "MUST HAVE"? You're not imagining it. This week Taylor and Natasha dig even deeper into predatory marketing in womanhood, pregnancy and motherhood — the ByHeart and Nara Organics formula recalls, the FDA warning letter to the SNOO's maker, weighted sleep sacks, the Owlet, strollers, car seats, and the products marketed to fix "problems" that are actually just normal baby behavior. We name names, share what we fell for ourselves, and talk about what's actually evidence-based vs. what's just good marketing.
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  Pacifiers and Screen Time: The Evidence vs. Reality 02.07.2026 1h

  Pacifiers and screen time — two topics that somehow turn every mom group into a courtroom. In this episode Natasha (CLC & IBCLC candidate) and Taylor (Lamaze-certified childbirth educator, doula & lactation counselor) and both moms of two under 5, break down what the evidence actually says, and cut through the noise.On pacifiers: does pacifier use impact breastfeeding and milk supply? What does the AAP actually recommend? Can pacifiers reduce the risk of SIDS and do breastfed babies need them? Plus: nipple confusion, palate development, and evidence backed weaning recommendations.On screen time: what changed between the AAP's 1999 guidelines and today, the 18-month turning point, why background TV matters more than most parents realize, and why the guilt around screen time ignores a much bigger systemic problem.No judgment here - just evidence, nuance, and two moms trying to find balance while figuring it out in real time.Topics: pacifier use and breastfeeding · SIDS reduction · pacifier weaning · screen time guidelines · toddler screen time · mom guilt · evidence-based parentingXX, Taylor & Natasha
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  The History of Birth: What Nobody Teaches Us About Pain, Interventions & Social Trends 25.06.2026 1h 10min

  Birth has always been political — and the history proves it. In this episode, Natasha and Taylor walk through the moments that shaped modern childbirth: from forceps kept secret for generations and twilight sleep women marched in the streets for, to the smear campaign against midwives, Victoria Beckham's "too posh to push" media spiral, and why we're still giving birth flat on our backs. Plus: what changed after thalidomide, the episiotomy data ACOG doesn't lead with, and the latest invention in childbirht: the OdonAssist. Evidence-based and yes — there's a chainsaw.XX,Natasha & Taylor
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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 😘
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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