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May 8
1h 4m

Conversations to Have Before Marriage & ...

Ilana Dunn
About this episode
I’m joined by Melissa Fitch and Michelle Unger, the BFF duo behind The M Take pod. They’re both married to their long-time loves (a college boyfriend and a high school sweetheart!) and navigating motherhood, partnership, and friendship together. We dive into what they wish they talked about before getting married or pregnant, and how becoming parents at diff ... Show More
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