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PODCAST

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

Laura Birek, Shanna Micko

What if you and your best friend were pregnant at the same time?That"s what happened to us!Big Fat Positive is a smart and funny podcast about two best friends who found out they were pregnant at the same time. The show follows the moms-to-be on their journey through pregnancy and into new motherhood, week by week. With weekly check-ins, special guests and segments such as "OMG I’m Freaking Out," hosts Shanna Micko & Laura Birek recount the often hilarious and always honest highs and lows

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Ep. 371: Ouch! Facing the Pain of Parenthood

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2025/08/11

In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal funny and unexpected things they've never done before having kids, including incidents that hurt their bodies as well as their egos. Also, Laura goes on an adventure with her mom friends that feels all wrong without her kids there, and Shanna eavesdrops on a conversation that ignites her competitive spirit. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura’s

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00:57:49

Ep. 370: Wedding Wackiness

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2025/08/04

In the special segment "Throwback," Laura recounts the time that her mom saw through the facade of Laura's toxic ex-boyfriend and planted a seed of doubt about their relationship. Also, Shanna talks about how going to a wedding with her kids involved flip-flops, blue lips, late-night cake and more, and Laura reports on a day-long excursion with her family to a quaint village on Catalina Island. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and

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00:50:53

Ep. 369: What Is the Tooth Fairy's Going Rate?

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/07/28

In the special segment "Throwback," Shanna turns back time to tell the story of the time she made a mortifying mistake at her college job and turned to her mom for help. Also, Laura talks about the surprising incident that knocked out her 6-year-old's first tooth, and Shanna discusses how her daughters were seemingly typecast in their musical theater production. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6.5 years old and 4

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Ep. 368: Cosmic Baby Training

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2025/07/21

In the special segment "Today I Learned," Laura and Shanna discuss the intriguing things they have learned recently related to the world of parenting, including a mind-blowing fact about fetal DNA and the "otherworldly" origins of a popular personality assessment. Also, Shanna talks about her quest to celebrate her birthday while managing a migraine, and Laura reports on juggling work deadlines and child care during her 6-year-old's summer break. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the

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Ep. 367: Awkward Playground Encounters

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/07/14

In the special segment "Would You Rather: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura present hypothetical parenting situations then discuss which choices they would rather make, diving into the topics of clothing conundrums and park predicaments. Also, Shanna talks about her experience getting additional testing after her recent mammogram came back inconclusive, and Laura discusses her 6-year-old's last day of kindergarten. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5

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Ep. 366: More of Our Best Stories, Tips and More

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2025/07/07

In part two of their 365th episode celebration, Laura and Shanna share more best-of moments from the Big Fat Positive podcast through the years, including their favorite deep cuts from the show, more listener-favorite stories, Laura's most popular (and tear-inducing) check in, one of the best parenting tips Shanna has ever shared, and more! Also, Shanna reports on taking a family trip to San Francisco, and Laura talks about doing a sleep study to check for sleep apnea. Finally, the moms share their

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Ep. 365: We Are Having All the Feels

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/30

Shanna and Laura celebrate their 365th episode of the BFP Podcast by sharing listeners' favorite, funniest and most helpful moments throughout the years. Laughs, memories and gratitude abound as the moms reflect on two of the most hilarious stories ever shared on the show, share the most-used mom hacks that they have learned from each other and reveal some never-heard-before bloopers and outtakes from their recording sessions. Also, Laura has mixed feelings during her 4-year-old's class field trip,

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Ep. 364: AI Baby Slop

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/23

In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna share the wild and wacky content they've found online recently, including the hilariously horrible AI-generated videos that Laura can't look away from and an athletic event featuring microscopic competitors. Also, Shanna talks about teaching her 6-year-old how to swallow pills, and Laura reports on spending her birthday out and about. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s

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00:52:38

Ep. 364: AI Baby Slop

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/23

In the special segment "Internet Insanity," Laura and Shanna share the wild and wacky content they've found online recently, including the hilariously horrible AI-generated videos that Laura can't look away from and an athletic event featuring microscopic competitors. Also, Shanna talks about teaching her 6-year-old how to swallow pills, and Laura reports on spending her birthday out and about. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s

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Ep. 363: Mom Comparison

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/16

In the special segment "Big Topic," Shanna and Laura dive into the subject of parental comparison. They open up about the situations that fuel comparison between themselves and other parents in their own lives as well as ideas for how to manage the feelings. Also, Laura reports on a visit from extended family members, and Shanna talks about dealing with several unexpected occurrences at a kids' birthday party. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years

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00:56:26

Ep. 363: Mom Comparison

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/16

In the special segment "Big Topic," Shanna and Laura dive into the subject of parental comparison. They open up about the situations that fuel comparison between themselves and other parents in their own lives as well as ideas for how to manage the feelings. Also, Laura reports on a visit from extended family members, and Shanna talks about dealing with several unexpected occurrences at a kids' birthday party. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years

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00:47:43

Ep. 362: Mom Confessions We Never Saw Coming

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/09

Laura and Shanna divulge their recent outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of ridiculous parenting injuries and meltdown-avoidance moves. Also, Shanna reports on her puppylicious Mother's Day, and Laura discusses why Mother's Day fell off her radar this year. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.Topics discussed in

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Ep. 362: Mom Confessions We Never Saw Coming

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/09

Laura and Shanna divulge their recent outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves in the special segment "Mom Confessions," diving into the topics of ridiculous parenting injuries and meltdown-avoidance moves. Also, Shanna reports on her puppylicious Mother's Day, and Laura discusses why Mother's Day fell off her radar this year. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4 years old.Topics discussed in this

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Ep. 361: The Blame Game

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2025/06/02

In the special segment, "They Said What?!," Shanna and Laura report on the shocking, funny and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some unexpected advice about children's growth, a shocking toy-store declaration, an amusing accusation and more. Also, Laura discusses getting a breast ultrasound after having an inconclusive mammogram, and Shanna recounts an exasperating excursion with her 6-year-old. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are

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Ep. 361: The Blame Game

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/06/02

In the special segment, "They Said What?!," Shanna and Laura report on the shocking, funny and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some unexpected advice about children's growth, a shocking toy-store declaration, an amusing accusation and more. Also, Laura discusses getting a breast ultrasound after having an inconclusive mammogram, and Shanna recounts an exasperating excursion with her 6-year-old. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are

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00:50:14

Ep. 360 - Expectations vs. Reality

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/05/26

In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Shanna and Laura explore the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, diving into the topics of Disneyland disappointments and fashion fails. Also, Shanna talks about how her kids reacted to their dad going out of town for a week, and Laura reports on how her family turned lemons into lemonade. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4

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57:14

Ep. 360 - Expectations vs. Reality

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/05/26

In the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?," Shanna and Laura explore the things that have caused their little ones to melt down recently, diving into the topics of Disneyland disappointments and fashion fails. Also, Shanna talks about how her kids reacted to their dad going out of town for a week, and Laura reports on how her family turned lemons into lemonade. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6 years old and 4

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00:58:06

Ep. 359: Is This the End (of Extended Breastfeeding)?

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/05/19

In the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna give updates about topics they've talked about previously, including extended breastfeeding, bangs, book clubs and more! Also, Laura reports on taking her 6-year-old on the most thrilling ride of his life at California Adventure, and Shanna discusses how her 9-year-old handled her first Easter knowing the truth about the Easter Bunny. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids

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Ep. 359: Is This the End (of Extended Breastfeeding)?

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/05/19

In the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna give updates about topics they've talked about previously, including extended breastfeeding, bangs, book clubs and more! Also, Laura reports on taking her 6-year-old on the most thrilling ride of his life at California Adventure, and Shanna discusses how her 9-year-old handled her first Easter knowing the truth about the Easter Bunny. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids

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Ep. 358: Unhinged Parenting Hacks

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2025/05/12

In the special segment "What the Hack?," Shanna and Laura share some of their favorite parenting tips and tricks, including ideas for cleaning up toys, improving bath time, encouraging cooperation and more! Also, Shanna reports on her questionable attempt to make her husband's life easier, and Laura talks about a big shakeup in her 6-year-old's extracurricular activity schedule. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6

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