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Welcome to Chick Chat: The Baby Chick Podcast — where motherhood meets real talk. Hosted by Nina Spears, “The Baby Chick,” this show dives into everything from parenting and pregnancy to career, relationships, and wellness. With personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations, each episode offers support, insight, and a sense of connection. Whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned parent, there’s a seat for you at the table. Let’s chick chat!

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A young child with brown hair sleeps peacefully on a pillow, wearing white pajamas with small patterns. The child's mouth is slightly open, and he is lying on his side. Ep 180
Health for Kids

Understanding Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: Why It Matters More Than You Think

Angry child and tantrum discipline conflict for attitude problem in home with stressed mother. Young girl frustrated, unhappy and moody at disappointed adult punishment for negative behaviour. Ep 186
Parenting

Strong-Willed or Something More? Understanding Your Child Beneath the Behavior

Mother and crying newborn baby Ep 187
Postpartum

Why We Need to Think About Postpartum: Mental Health, PMADs & Support with Nancy Di Nuzzo

Allyson Felix stands in a kitchen, smiling at the camera. In front of her, on the counter, are packages of Pampers diapers, baby wipes, and a Walmart reusable shopping bag. Shelves with plants and bowls are in the background. Ep 148
Newsworthy

Beyond the Finish Line: Allyson Felix’s Journey Through Motherhood and Success

Sarah Villarreal stands near a clothing rack filled with various garments on hangers, wearing a brown off-shoulder blouse and blue jeans in a bright, minimal room. Ep 184
Style

Style, Confidence & Motherhood: Rediscovering Yourself Through What You Wear

A close-up of a woman's lower abdomen showing a healed horizontal C-section scar, likely from a surgical procedure such as a C-section, with hands resting on either side and wearing beige underwear. Ep 176
C-section

What to Expect During a C-Section: Part 2

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A person with long hair sits on the floor beside a bed, partially leaning on it with their knees drawn up and head resting on their arms. The room is dimly lit, creating a somber atmosphere; a moment of quiet reflection following pregnancy and infant loss. The person is dressed in a light shirt and shorts. Ep 19
TTC

Healing Mothers After Pregnancy and Infant Loss

This is for all the families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. One mother shares her experience and offers advice.

A woman is lying-in on a bed with her eyes closed, resting on a white pillow. She holds a sleeping baby on her chest, supporting the baby with one hand. They are both wearing light-colored clothes, and the background shows white bedding. Ep 18
Postpartum Tips

What is Lying-in? A Plan for Postpartum Recovery and Support

This podcast episode shares how to create a plan for lying-in and tips on how to make the most out of your postpartum period.

A young child, dressed warmly in a blue knitted hat, beige coat, and jeans, sits on an orange swing. Two adults—embodying a collaborative spirit of parenting with the other woman—stand on either side, steadying the swing with their hands. The background includes trees and a fenced area. Ep 17
Motherhood

Parenting With the Other Woman After Infidelity

Healing after an affair is hard enough, but how do you go about parenting with the other woman after infidelity? Melissa gives us tips.

A woman with glasses and long hair, dressed in a purple top and jeans, is sitting on a rug and holding a smiling baby standing in front of her. The baby, wearing a patterned outfit and headband, looks adorable. Behind them is a white crib, gray cushion, and a Boppy pillow mentioned on her favorite safe sleep podcast. Ep 16
Newborns (0 - 2 months)

10 Things You Can Do to Ensure Safe Sleep for Your Baby

Every parent wants to protect their babies day and night. We're sharing 10 things parents can do to ensure safe sleep for our babies.

A woman with long hair is sitting outdoors, holding a phone to her ear with a concerned expression on her face, possibly dealing with adultery. She is wearing a light cardigan over a blue top. In the background, a child is playing, but the focus remains on the woman. Ep 15
New Moms

Dealing with Adultery as a New Mom

If you have a new baby at home and your partner is having an affair, here's help on how to deal with adultery as a new mom.

A woman with dark hair in a messy bun is sitting on a couch, holding a sleeping baby wrapped in a white blanket. They are both in a cozy indoor setting with wooden furniture and a dark television screen in the background, her peaceful expression contrasting with the occasional scary thoughts postpartum mothers often face. Ep 14
Postpartum Tips

Postpartum: How to Normalize and Minimize Scary Thoughts

We are talking about those scary thoughts that can come up during postpartum and how you can normalize, minimize and get rid of them forever.

Four baby shoes are displayed against a white background. Two shoes are blue with white laces, and two are pink with white laces, subtly hinting at gender swaying. The shoes feature a casual sneaker style designed similarly for both colors. Ep 13
TTC

Gender Swaying: How to Conceive a Certain Gender

On today's podcast, we are sharing our tips on gender swaying and how to conceive a certain gender. Find out how!

A person is sitting on a sofa with a notebook and pen in hand, jotting down notes, possibly listening to a birth plan podcast. They appear to be pregnant, with one hand resting on their belly. Next to them are a pair of baby shoes and an ultrasound image. The setting is cozy and relaxed. Ep 11
Birth Tips

How to Write a Birth Plan

This podcast episode is all about birth plans: what a birth plan is, how to write one, and what to put on it. Listen and learn!

A close-up image of a container of baby formula in powdered form. A hand is holding a blue scoop with a portion of the powder above the open container, ready for preparation. In the background, a baby bottle rests on a wooden surface. Perfect for busy parents listening to their favorite podcast while prepping meals. Ep 10
Formula-Feeding

What to Look for When Choosing Baby Formula

We're explaining the difference between cow milk-based formulas and goat milk-based formulas and the incredible benefits goat milk provides.

A pregnant woman sits cross-legged outdoors in a sunlit field, meditating with eyes closed. She is wearing a white blouse, black pants, and a flower crown, with sunlight streaming through the trees behind her, peacefully listening to a birth podcast to prepare for labor. Ep 9
Birth Tips

How to Prepare Your Mind and Body for Childbirth

I’m chatting with Kerry Tuschhoff, the Founder, Director & Owner of Hypnobabies, about how to prepare your mind for childbirth.

A woman holds a sleeping baby close to her chest in a softly lit room with light-colored walls. Her eyes are closed as she gently cradles the infant, who is dressed in a white outfit. This serene moment embodies the essence of stories shared on the "Podcast MotherhoodTies. Ep 8
Motherhood

Motherhood: Expectations vs Realities

In this podcast I’m chatting about motherhood with Whitney Bausman, a registered nurse, full-time mom to her two children and author.

A woman with short hair is bottle-feeding a baby while sitting on a bed. Another woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, dressed in a white uniform, is kneeling beside them, touching the woman's knee and smiling. It’s moments like these that are often shared on postpartum doula podcasts. Ep 7
Postpartum Tips

What Is a Postpartum Doula?

What is a postpartum doula? In this podcast. we're answering this question and explainig how a postpartum doula can help after having a baby.

A female doctor, possibly a pediatrician podcast host, is sitting at a desk, attentively listening to a female patient seated across from her. The doctor has a stethoscope around her neck and is looking at the patient with a smile. There are windows and potted plants in the background. Ep 6
Newborns (0 - 2 months)

22 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Pediatrician

Trying to find a good pediatrician but not sure what to ask? Here are our 22 questions to ask when interviewing a pediatrician.

A mother lies in a hospital bed, smiling as she holds her newborn baby on her chest. The baby is wrapped in a towel and appears to be sleeping. The mother, wearing a patterned hospital gown, reflects the joy often discussed on the Healthier Birth Podcast. Medical equipment and supplies are seen in the background. Ep 5
Birth Tips

12 Tips for a Happier and Healthier Birth

If you're preparing for your labor and delivery, in ths podcast we share 12 tips to help you have a happier and healtheir birth experience.

A pregnant woman stands sideways against a white, textured background. She is looking down and has her hands gently placed on her baby bump. She is wearing a white T-shirt and denim overalls, with her hair styled in a braid, possibly listening to the Say to a Pregnant Person podcast. Ep 4
Pregnancy Lifestyle

10 Things NOT to Say to a Pregnant Person

In this episode, we cover the top 10 not-so-nice things people say when you're pregnant + better (and nicer) alternatives to say instead.

Black and white close-up of a crying newborn baby. The baby has furrowed brows, closed eyes, and an open mouth. Both arms are raised with clenched fists, showing clear distress. This raw moment captures the urgency to soothe a fussy baby against the backdrop of plain white. Ep 3
Newborns (0 - 2 months)

How to Soothe a Fussy Baby

In this podcast, two postpartum doulas with years of experience share their tips and tricks on how to soothe a fussy baby.

A pregnant woman in exercise clothing is lying on a yoga mat with one hand on her belly. Another person, wearing a red shirt, is assisting her with a leg stretch. They are indoors, with a white textured wall in the background, likely preparing for their upcoming doula podcast. Ep 2
First Trimester

What Is a Doula?

In this podcast we cover what is a doula, what a doula does, how much doula care costs, and what doulas want you to know!

A pregnant woman lying in a hospital bed, hooked up to monitoring equipment, appears to be thoughtfully looking to her left. She wears a hospital gown with sensors attached to her belly, likely for fetal monitoring. Perhaps she's reflecting on a recent episode of the Go to the Hospital in Labor podcast. Ep 1
Birth Tips

When to Go to the Hospital in Labor as a First Time Mom

In this podcast Nina and Mary Alice (both birth doulas who have attended hundreds of births) have broken this mystery down so you can know when to go to the hospital in labor as a first time mom.

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