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Mar 2025
48m 28s

Surviving the Newborn Phase

THAT SOUNDS FUN NETWORK
About this episode
GIRL, this season is WILD. The newborn phase? Whew. It’s a beautiful, sleep-deprived, joy-filled ride, and we’re here to talk about it ALL. In this episode, we’re getting real about the highs, the lows, and the unexpected surprises of new motherhood and sharing how our pregnancy and newborn experiences were so different. Because let’s be real—every story mat ... Show More
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