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It's the final week of the second trimester, and Sarah tackles something she's been avoiding all pregnancy... POTTY TRAINING her firstborn! If you're juggling a toddler while preparing for a new baby and wondering whether to potty train before the little one arrives, this episode is for you. Sarah dives into all things potty training—how to spot readiness signs, prep tips before starting, and the exact method she used to get it done. Spoiler alert: lessons were learned, and mistakes were made. Tune in for Sarah's real-life potty training experience and tips in this super helpful episode!
Resources from the Episode!
Potty training Book Used: Oh Crap! Potty Training
Potty Training Book for Bodie: P is for Potty
Mini Potty
Toilet Attachment
Potty Training Seat with Step Stool
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It's the LAST week of the 2nd Trimester! Sarah tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track
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Peeing! Peeing all the time. Sarah shares some tricks to cut back on peeing so much in pregnancy and discusses taking care of a toddler on a lack of sleep and minimal caffeine. She also notes nesting differences the 2nd time around, and discusses to doula or not to doula.
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Anyone else feel like they're cramming for finals? After a big move, Sarah feels like she's falling behind on the mommy prep. She shares some shortcuts, decides to Doula or not to Doula, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track
Some Resources from the Episode!
Blinkist - A secret weapon for digesting parenting books FAST! I'm "reading" "Crib Sheet" "Hypno-Birthing" and "Happiest Baby"
Poppy Seed - This is 24/7 Access to Doulas, Midwives & Nurses to help you through pregnancy and postpartum
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Big Thank You to our Episode Sponsors!
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Holy Braxton Hicks! Sarah discovers that those lovely faux contractions can be more intense after your 1st pregnancy and researches what causes them, how to deal, and when to call the Doctor. She also chats planning your maternity shoot around “peak belly cuteness”, being extra gassy around your inlaws and more!
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It's Everyone's least favorite prenatal appointment...Glucose Testing Time! What even is a Glucose Test? Do we need to take it? And why does everyone seem to hate it so much? Sarah gives us a crash course on what to expect AND shares her own experience to help take some of the uncertainty away! She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track
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Calling all partners! It's time you started prepping for birth too. This week, Sarah covers everything from navigating pregnancy parking to stretches for hip and back pain. She also tackles the Icy Hot dilemma!
Resource from this Episode:
10 Minute Prenatal Stretch for Hips + Lower Body WATCH
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We've made it to 6 MONTHS of Pregnancy!!! DO you feel proud? Because you should! We've been preggers for HALF A YEAR and Sarah is here to pump us up and celebrate this milestone. She shares her week 24 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including common symptoms, baby's development, pearls of wisdom she stole from therapy, and tips & tricks for the week
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In this week's episode, Sarah chats about '2nd-time Syndrome' for the partners of us preggos. They've been through this before too.. is yours being as attentive as they were in the 1st pregnancy? Sarah also takes matters into her own hands and plans a babymoon with a bestie, discusses the oddity of trying to be a wing woman whilst preggo, and talks about the important task of registering at the hospital!
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Shoutout to all you baby daddies out there! Wondering what you can do to help support your partner through pregnancy? Sarah shares a list of ideas + tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track
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It's a BUMP OFF! Bravo TV’s Lindsay Hubbard joins the show to chat about all things pregnancy. After surprising Summer House fans with her unexpected pregnancy announcement, Lindsay opens up about keeping the news under wraps, navigating a surprise pregnancy in a new relationship, and filming with her ex-fiancé while pregnant (can you even imagine?!). She also spills on her unique pregnancy style, favorite products, and her fears around birth (stars, they're just like us!) Tune in for all the juicy details!
From the Episode:
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Book your stay at Lindsay's HUBB HOUSE!
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Lindsay Hubbard @LindsHubbs
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In a shocking twist of events, Sarah chats enjoying pregnancy! She also dives into the struggles of being a 'pushover parent' while pregnant, and how your firstborn may start taking advantage of your low energy levels. Spoiler alert: when toddlers realize they’ve got the upper hand, chaos ensues.
Sarah also opens up about the unique challenges of a second pregnancy, like prepping not just for a new baby, but also planning for major transitions for your first child.
Resources from today's episode:
Oh Crap Potty Training
The Belle Method Push Prep Course
Hypnobirthing on Audible
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We're feelin' 22 (weeks preggers)! Sarah shares her week 22 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track
Some Things I mentioned that have helped!
This Pregnancy Pillow
Heating pad
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We're in the Big Apple baby! Sarah lives out her pregnancy dream of eating her way through New York City this week. Fittingly, she also discusses gestational diabetes prevention, scoffs at the price of mocktails, chats feeling disconnected from your partner during pregnancy, and tips her hat to the pregnant city girlies.
Resources from the episode:
Find the Maternity Shapewear mentioned and more on Sarah's Amazon List!
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Can't agree on a name? This week Sarah talks the name wars, peeing yourself in public, belly oils, babymoons and more in this week 21 episode. She also shares everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track
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We've made it to the halfway point baby!! Sarah chats about nerves going into the week 20 Anatomy Scan, which is a BIG milestone appointment! We discuss what to expect, the tests that are run, and the joy of seeing that gorgeous baby up close and personal!
Resources from the episode:
What to Expect at your 20 week Scan
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We've reached the halfway point! Sarah does her week 20 ultrasound appointment and shares some tips and what to expect. As always, she'll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, and tips for the week.
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What a difference a pregnancy makes! Sarah reflects on having perinatal depression in her first pregnancy and learning from her mistakes this 2nd time around. She also discusses putting the HOT in hot Mom Summer, feeling connected to your baby, and wonders why our partners are always walking 20 feet in front of us...
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Big thank you to our episode sponsor!
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Oh, the highs and lows of pregnancy. Sarah shares her week 19 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track
Some Things I mentioned that have helped!
This Pregnancy Pillow
bath thermometer
heating pad
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In this episode, Sarah celebrates reaching the "sweet spot" of the second trimester, enjoying far fewer growing pains the second time around—our bodies know the drill! She also talks about those first fluttery movements, the moment you lose sight of your V, tips for catching your breath, and a little "get out of jail free" card for dealing with your toddler.
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