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BDA Baby (Before, During and After Baby)

Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt

BDA Baby™ (Before, During & After Baby) is an interview-based series hosted by New York Times bestselling author, mother, wife and advocate, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. Each week, Katherine has meaningful conversations with experts, notable specialists, and friends, covering topics that resonate with the BDA Baby community surrounding pregnancy, sex, partner relationships, birth experiences, fertility challenges, health and wellness, and so much more.

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All Episodes

30:59

Perinatal Mental Health with Dr. Sarah Oreck

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2025/03/10

Dr. Sarah Oreck joins us today to dive into postpartum mental health, and how our hormones can play a role in managing our mental wellbeing after giving birth. Dr. Oreck is a specialist in reproductive psychiatry, and today she shares insights into managing metal health in the pre and postpartum period. One of the biggest changes moms will experience after giving birth is the hormone drop, and Dr. Oreck shares how that impacts a mother’s mental health. Dr. Oreck also gives some great tools for moms

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26:43

Kate Love Gets Honest About Pregnancy Struggles, Mom...

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2025/03/06

This episode was recorded before my baby arrived, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you! In this episode, I sit down with Kate Love, an entrepreneur, model, and mother, who is preparing to welcome her second child. Kate shares an honest and unfiltered look at her pregnancy journey—from battling persistent nausea and exhaustion to navigating the unexpected guilt of balancing pregnancy with parenting a toddler. She also opens up about why she’s chosen to keep this pregnancy more private,

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34:37

Dr. Morgan Cutlip on Burnout

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2025/03/03

Dr. Morgan Cutlip joins us today to talk about burnout and mom guilt. Burnout is a common experience many parents feel throughout various stages of parenthood. Dr. Cutlip shares how due to the overwhelming amount of information and social comparison in today’s society, burnout is frequently reported among parents. Our conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness and healthy coping mechanisms, such as spending time outside and fostering friendships. We discuss mom guilt, and Dr. Cutlip

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25:48

Beyond Baby Talk: How Words Shape Your Child’s Future

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2025/02/27

This episode was recorded before my baby arrived, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you! Did you know that talking to your baby from day one is one of the most powerful things you can do for their brain development? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Dana Suskind, pediatrician, professor, and author, to explore the science of early language and why the first three years of life are so critical for brain development. We discuss: How talking to your baby builds their brain—one word

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41:26

Dr. Marta Perez on COVID-19

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2025/02/24

Dr. Marta Perez joins us today to discuss pregnancy and breastfeeding with the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Perez received the vaccine herself shortly after giving birth. She addresses common concerns regarding the vaccine’s effects on fertility and breastfeeding. We discuss the importance of vaccination for protecting both mothers and infants. She shares with us that emerging studies indicate no increase in pregnancy complications among vaccinated women. Dr. Perez reassures listeners that the benefits of

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32:29

Melasma, Motherhood, and Making Moves: Jordan...

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2025/02/20

In this pre-baby, pre-recorded episode, I sit down with Jordan Harper, founder and CEO of Barefaced, to explore her incredible journey of launching a thriving skincare brand while navigating the chaos of motherhood. We kick off by tackling pregnancy-specific skincare challenges, like melasma, and Jordan shares her expert insights on how to care for your skin during this unique time. But the conversation doesn’t stop there—we delve into her entrepreneurial journey, which began when she had an

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37:46

Regulating our Emotions with Dr. Marc Brackett

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2025/02/17

Dr. Marc Brackett joins us to talk all things social and emotional learning for ourselves as well as our kids. Dr. Bracket is the director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and the author of the book Permission to Feel. In todays episode, he shares tips on how to help our children lean social and emotional intelligence, as well as ways we can use these tips for ourselves. Dr. Brackett explains that as parents, our role is to help our kids by co-regulating their feelings. To do this, we

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67:22

Is LA’s Air Safe? Harvard Experts Weigh In on...

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2025/02/13

The recent Los Angeles wildfires, including those in Pacific Palisades and Altadena, have left many of us with big questions about air quality, safety, and health impacts—especially for pregnant people, children, and those with respiratory conditions. As a native Palisadian, this issue is personal to me. My family evacuated, and like so many others, we're trying to navigate life after the fires. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lindsey Burghardt (Chief Science Officer at the Center on the

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38:00

Cora Jakes Coleman on Adoption

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2025/01/06

Cora Jakes Coleman joins us today to talk about all things adoption! She shares her profound and challenging journey to motherhood. Cora shares how her PCOS diagnosis led her to reevaluate her path to motherhood. We discuss how motherhood transcends biological ties and how important nurturing and consistency are to children. Cora talks about her journey fostering and adopting her two children and emphasizes the importance of embracing adoption as a gift. Cora encourages others facing similar

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29:24

Chriselle Lim on Balancing Motherhood and a Career

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2024/12/30

Chriselle Lim joins us today to talk about the challenges of balancing motherhood and a career. She shares her experience as a working mom and mother of two young girls with us, highlighting her innovative childcare solution, Bumo. We discuss Bumo, which is a childcare solution that also offers date night care service, as well as educational programs for children. We discuss the importance of spending quality time with your children. Chriselle talks about her feelings of mom guilt while managing

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31:22

Camila Alves McConaughey on Picky Eating

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2024/12/23

Camila Alves McConaughey joins us today to share her new book, “Just Try One Bite”. Her new book is a hilarious take on picky eating with adults. Camila shares her journey in the kitchen, her experiences as a mother, and her efforts to introduce her children to healthy foods with us. She shares numerous insights on making cooking enjoyable for both adults and children, and she highlights the importance of involving children in the kitchen to foster a positive relationship with food. Throughout our

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25:51

Breaking the Postpartum Silence: How Anya is...

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2024/12/19

This episode was recorded before my baby arrived, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you! Days before I had my baby, I spoke with Jane Baecher, founder of Anya, about the profound lack of support for mothers during the postpartum period—a gap that inspired her to create a company focused on healing and recovery. Anya was born from Jane’s personal postpartum struggles and her realization that many mothers are left to navigate this challenging phase alone, with little guidance or

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30:06

Brooklyn Decker on Maternal Health and Postpartum

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2024/12/16

Brooklyn Decker joins us today to share her postpartum and motherhood experiences. She shares the challenges many women face with pregnancy and postpartum care. Brooklyn speaks about the lack of preparation many women face regarding maternal health, particularly the physical and emotional aspects of giving birth. Brooklyn shares about her collaboration with Bodily, a brand dedicated to supporting mothers. Throughout our conversation, Brooklyn emphasizes the importance of open and honest

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32:37

Building Boundaries and Raising Resilient Kids with...

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2024/12/12

This episode was recorded before my baby arrived, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you! This week on BDA Baby, we sit down with Dr. Becky Kennedy to tackle some of the biggest parenting challenges today. With the holidays approaching, many of us struggle with setting boundaries for our kids—especially with family. Dr. Becky offers a fresh perspective, reframing boundaries as something we will do rather than placing expectations on others. We also dive into the challenges of managing

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24:07

Maegan Brown (The BakerMama) on Cooking with Children

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2024/12/09

Maegan Brown, better known as The BakerMama, joins us today to discuss her new book Brilliant Bites: 75 Amazing Small Bites for Any Occasion. Maegan talks to us about her journey in the culinary world and how she involves the whole family in the kitchen! She speaks about the importance of involving children in cooking from a young age. Maegan encourages parents to create a welcoming kitchen environment where kids can participate in meal preparation. Maegan shares how the recipes in her new book are

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29:10

Tia Mowry on Navigating Single Motherhood, Finding...

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2024/12/05

This week, Tia Mowry joins us to share her journey through major life transitions, from single motherhood to personal growth and embracing new beginnings. Tia opens up about the ups and downs of this new chapter, her dedication to being present in every moment, and the healing practices that help her stay grounded. We discuss how she balances the demands of motherhood, prioritizes self-care, and creates a safe, emotionally open environment for her kids. Tia also shares her insights on dealing with

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32:14

Brightly on Eco-Friendly Parenting

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2024/12/02

Laura from Brightly joins us today to discuss sustainable parenting practices. Laura shares how parents can help reduce waste and make eco-friendly choices. We discuss the need for realistic and accessible solutions for parents, such as cloth diapering, meal planning to reduce food waste, and using eco-friendly alternatives for food storage. We discuss the importance of community support among parents, and Laura shares her tips for sharing baby items in order to reduce consumption. Our conversation

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34:55

Tovah Haim on Postpartum Isolation

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2024/11/25

Tovah Haim, founder and CEO of Bodily, joins us today to discuss postpartum and postpartum isolation. Tovah founded her company Bodily in order to raise awareness about postpartum isolation. Bodily aims to provide resources for both mothers and their partners in order to foster both understanding and empathy regarding the postpartum time. We discuss the unique challenges new mothers face and how important education and community support are for new parents. We discuss how many women often feel alone

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24:53

Trust Your Gut: The Power of Speaking Up in Medical...

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2024/11/21

This week, we’re joined by Alice Tapper, the inspiring young author of Use Your Voice, a book inspired by her experience with misdiagnosed appendicitis. Alice shares how this lighter retelling of her journey encourages kids to speak up when they’re in pain and reminds parents not to ignore the signs when something feels off. As Alice begins her next chapter at the University of Michigan, she’s already making an impact by helping launch their Center for Diagnostic Excellence. Join us for an

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38:46

BeWellKelly on the Importance of Nutrition

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2024/11/18

Kelly LeVeque, functional nutritionist and best-selling author, joins us today to discuss the critical role of nutrition before, during, and after baby. Kelly talks about the importance of proper nutrition postpartum and how it aids in recovery and milk production. We discuss the book “The First Forty Days”, which is a must read for postpartum nutrition. Kelly shares how warm foods aid in digestion postpartum as well as the need for essential nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and folate

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