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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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Ask Us Anything Mini-sode #3 - Work-Life Balance When...

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2022/12/07

Laura and Shanna dive into the topic of work-life balance when answering a listener's question about managing work, kids, spouses, social life and producing a podcast. They also answer questions about how to do bedtime check-ins with a toddler and the best time to get LASIK eye surgery when you're a new mom.If you have a question for an upcoming Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, email us at contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com, or reach out on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast!This

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00:53:13

Ep. 231: High-Energy Kids

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2022/12/05

Laura discusses a realization she had about her three-year-old's behavior, and Shanna talks about enduring the elements with her six-year-old to try out for softball All-Stars. Also, in the special segment, "They Said What?!," they report on the outrageous, hilarious and questionable things people have said to them lately, including some unexpected advice about teaching safety to kids, some unusually strong feelings about felines, a spooky question from a child and more! Finally, they share

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00:13:12

Ask Us Anything Mini-sode #2 - Baby Gender...

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2022/12/02

We answer a listener's question about how to deal with baby gender FOMO, and we spill the tea on whether Shanna and Laura have ever gotten into a squabble.If you have a question for an upcoming Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, email us at contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com, or reach out on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast!This episode's show notes can be found here.Big Fat Positive is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

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00:12:31

Ask Us Anything Mini-sode #1 - Our Most-Asked Question

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2022/11/30

In our very first Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, we answer a listener question about how to handle tricky diaper changes, and we tackle the most-asked question we get from listeners.If you have a question for an upcoming Ask Us Anything Mini-sode, email us at contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com, or reach out on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast!Big Fat Positive is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California

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00:50:08

Ep. 230: Parenting Is Humbling

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2022/11/28

In the special segment, "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Laura and Shanna reveal embarrassing and unexpected situations they’ve never been in before having kids, including a doorstep dump drop, bagel breath and more! Also, Shanna reports on the difficulty of unexpectedly having her kids home from school all week, and Laura talks about a special mommy/son outing with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and

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00:55:11

Bonus: Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

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2022/11/23

Shanna and Laura give you a head start with your holiday shopping by sharing some of their favorite, tried-and-true gift ideas for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kids, partners, new parents, pregnant people and those trying to conceive.Our 2022 holiday gift guide - https://bigfatpositivepodcast.com/giftsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:54:28

Ep. 229: When Do You Feel Like Yourself Again?

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2022/11/21

Laura and Shanna answer listener questions in another round of "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of parenting while sick, dividing household duties with our spouses, the challenges of breastfeeding in public and more! Also, Laura reports on her toddler's first parent-teacher conference, and Shanna talks about the questionable reason her daughter was sent home from preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids

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00:48:36

Ep. 228: Raising Respectful, Feminist Boys

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2022/11/14

Laura and Shanna answer listener questions in the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," covering the topics of feminism, family resemblances, the future of BFP and more! Also, Shanna reports on a surprising new morning routine that her girls have spearheaded, and Laura talks about an unusual incident that happened in the night with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months

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00:47:17

Ep. 227: Throwback: Shanna's First Boyfriend

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2022/11/07

Laura discusses a big decision that she has to make about her 1-year-old's daycare, and Shanna talks about her reluctance to let her girls run a lemonade stand. Also, in the special segment "Throwback," Shanna tells a story about her first boyfriend and reflects on some important life lessons she learned from her mom at the time. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.See Privacy

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00:51:38

Ep. 226: Grief While Parenting

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2022/10/31

In a special "Big Topic/Throwback" segment, Laura talks about the recent passing of a loved one, discusses how she explained the loss to her three-year-old and shares memories from her childhood. Shanna reports on her six-year-old's crush on a surprising person and on her kids' recent escape from their house. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 20 months old.See Privacy Policy at

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00:51:30

Ep. 225: Halloween Fun and Frights

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2022/10/24

Shanna and Laura get in the Halloween spirit by sharing their plans and revealing their families’ costumes for one of their favorite holidays. Also, in the special segment "Why Is My Kid Crying?" they share the seemingly innocuous things that have caused their little ones to melt down, dissect the reasons behind the huge emotions, discuss how they handled the situations and explore how they might have done things differently. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's

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00:59:41

Ep. 224: Baby's First Time at Daycare

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2022/10/17

Laura reports on her 19-month-old's first week of daycare and how the transition is affecting him and the family, and Shanna shares her three-year-old's unique plans for Thanksgiving dinner. Also, in the segment "Today I Learned," Shanna and Laura dive into the fascinating topics of regrettable baby names, infant X-rays, toddler metabolism and more Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 19 months

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Ep. 223: Funny Things We've Taught Our Kids

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2022/10/10

In the special segment "Mom Confessions," Laura and Shanna divulge their most outrageous and embarrassing parenting moves, including the hilarious things they've taught their kids, hidden from their kids and eaten off their kids. Also, Laura reports on some big news about an upcoming change in her childcare situation, and Shanna shares some exciting news about her three-year-old's speech therapy. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old,

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Ep. 222: Embracing Your Child's Talents

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2022/10/03

Shanna's three-year-old achieves a very unexpected new milestone, and Laura's three-year-old discovers a unique talent. Also, in the special segment "Loose Ends," Laura and Shanna follow up on past topics they left hanging in previous episodes, including whether Shanna's daughter still has a preschool boyfriend, how Laura is handling her son's picky eating, if they have officially prepared for their untimely deaths and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's

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Ep. 221: Like Parent, Like Child

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2022/09/26

Laura reports on her toddler's recent language explosion and creative ability to delay nap time, and Shanna discusses the ways she is seeing herself in her three-year-old. Also, in the special segment "Gripe Water," they dive into the topics of pernicious packaging, men making fun of moms and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18 months old. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

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Ep. 220: Shanna's Mystery Package

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2022/09/19

Shanna receives a mystery package and must use her detective skills to determine where it came from and why, and Laura has to manage her 18-month-old's intense separation anxiety. Also, in the special segment "Internet Insanity," they share the wackiest parenting-related things they've come across online recently, including a bizarre teething remedy, eerie fetal images and more! Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are

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00:57:24

Ep. 219: Why Can't Mama Have Nice Things?!

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2022/09/12

Laura and Shanna share some of their favorite parenting tips in the segment “What the Hack?,” including ideas for getting permanent marker out of clothes, snapping toddlers out of meltdowns, teaching little kids your phone number and more! Also, Laura reports on her attempts to set up exciting activities for her 18-month-old, and Shanna celebrates her three-year-old's recent success in preschool. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old,

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00:57:04

Ep. 218: Losing Can Be a Win

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2022/09/05

In the special segment "Mom Wins," Shanna and Laura celebrate their recent parenting achievements, including a successful board-game session, a creative solution to helping kids release energy and more! Also, Shanna reports on her daughter's recent performance in "Shrek Jr.," and Laura discusses her three-year-old's attempts to be part of the tween crowd. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 18

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00:55:28

Ep. 217: Pandemic Parenting Hangovers

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2022/08/29

In the special segment "Big Topic," Laura and Shanna dive deep into the topic of parenting during the pandemic and the residual effects that experience has had on their lives. Also, Laura reports on her family trip to Portland, and Shanna has an eye-opening conversation with her three-year-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are 3.5 years old and 17 months old.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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Ep. 216: Trying New Parenting Skills

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey ·

2022/08/22

Shanna and Laura admit the odd and embarrassing things they've asked the internet lately in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," including the topics of stool samples, snug-fitting sleepers and more! Also, Shanna reports on trying some new parenting techniques with her 3-year-old, and Laura discusses a major setback in her progress to re-sleep train her 17-month-old. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 3.5 and 6 years old, and Laura’s kids are

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