Lake Bell on Neurodiversity, Motherhood & the Power of Honest Conversations with Kids
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with actress, director, and author Lake Bell to talk about her deeply personal journey as a mother, and the inspiration behind her new children’s book All About Brains. Sparked by her daughter’s epilepsy diagnosis, Lake shares how her family reshaped the narrative around neurological differences—turning fear and confusion into empowerment and pride. We dis...
27m May 08, 2025
27m
Gaby Dalkin’s Fertility Journey
Gaby Dalkin joins us this week to share her journey to conceiving her daughter Poppy, and the struggles she went through along the way. At the time, Poppy was just a few weeks old, and Gaby was living the freshly postpartum life. She shares with us that she went through five miscarriages on her journey to having Poppy, and that she hopes all moms with similar experiences know they are not alone...
34m May 05, 2025
34m
Prenatals, Nutrition & Supporting Women at Every Stage w/ Victoria Thain Gioia of Perelel
In this episode, I sit down with Victoria Thain Gioia, co-founder and CEO of Perelel, to talk about the deeply personal experience that led her to start the company. After learning that her daughter’s birth defect could have been nutrition-related, Victoria began asking hard questions about the gaps in prenatal care and why so many women are left without clear, reliable support during such a cr...
23m May 01, 2025
23m
All About I Am Golden With Eva Chen
Eva Chen joins us this week to talk all about her book I Am Golden. At the time of recording, her book had just come out, and we go into all of the details that went into creating such an important book for children. I Am Golden follows the story of a daughter to Chinese immigrants in New York, much like Eva’s own story. Today, we talk about her inspiration for creating this book, and how her o...
20m Apr 28, 2025
20m
Birth, Motherhood, and Everything In Between with Carson Meyer
In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Carson Meyer to talk about her beautiful new book, Growing Together: Doula Wisdom and Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth, and Early Motherhood. We reflect on our own journeys into motherhood and dive into the inspiration behind Carson’s work as a doula, writer, and advocate for women navigating pregnancy and postpartum. Carson shares how...
31m Apr 24, 2025
31m
Co-parenting After Divorce with Eva Amurri
Co-parenting is such a challenging task, and today Eva Amurri joins us to share insights into how she and her ex-husband have made this new parenting dynamic work for themselves. Eva explains that forgiveness and self awareness are some of the most important things to practice when co-parenting after a divorce. In order to show up as the best parents for our children, we have to make sure we’re...
46m Apr 21, 2025
46m
From Milk to Meals: Baby-Led Weaning for the Modern Parent
Starting solids can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice out there. In this episode, I’m joined by pediatric registered dietitian and IBCLC Cinthia Scott to talk about her evidence-based, low-pressure approach to baby-led weaning. As a mom, I wanted to understand how to introduce food in a way that feels calm, safe, and empowering—for both parent and baby. Cinthia break...
24m Apr 17, 2025
24m
How Emily DiDonato Balances Motherhood With Being a Working Mom
Emily DiDonato joins us this week to dive into what its like to be a mother while also being a business owner and model. When we spoke, Emily’s baby was just barely one year old and she had just co-founded the skincare brand Covey. In this episode, she shares how she balances all of these aspects of her life and tackles mom guilt that can come up while being a working mother. We also talk about...
29m Apr 14, 2025
29m
Dr. Shefali on Conscious Parenting, Inner Work, and Raising Present Kids
In this episode, I sit down with world-renowned clinical psychologist and conscious parenting expert Dr. Shefali. We talk about what it really means to parent with presence, and how doing the inner work as adults is essential for raising emotionally grounded kids. Dr. Shefali breaks down the concept of conscious parenting—why it’s not about being perfect, and how it’s actually a path toward hea...
31m Apr 10, 2025
31m
Tackling Picky Eating with Eden Grinshpan
Eden Grinshpan joins us this week to talk all about picking eating and getting our kids to try new foods. Eden is a chef and mom, and she has such great tips on how to introduce new foods to kids. She encourages parents to demonstrate curiosity to their kids when trying something new alongside modeling different ways to interact with a new food. Eden also encourages parents to get their kids in...
33m Apr 07, 2025
33m
Pediatric Skin 101: What’s Normal, What’s Not & What to Use
In this episode, I’m joined by pediatric dermatologist, founder of KOREJ skincare, and mom of five, Dr. Laura Scott, to talk all things pediatric skincare — from navigating newborn rashes to what ingredients really matter in your child’s routine. We get into what’s normal (and what’s not) with baby skin, tips for toddlers and tweens, and how to cut through the noise when it comes to clean, “nat...
29m Apr 03, 2025
29m
Nutrition to Nurture Brain Development with Cerebelly
This week we sit down with Dr. Teresa Purzner to talk about how we can support our kids’ brain development through nutrition. Dr, Purzner is a neurosurgeon and the creator of Cerebelly: a baby food brand aimed at supporting growing brains. Today, Dr. Purzner tells us that our brains need 16 key nutrients to help support brain development. It’s especially important that our kids get these nutrie...
29m Mar 31, 2025
29m
Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry: Tools for Parents, Stepparents & Caregivers
In this episode, I sit down with therapists and authors Ashley Graber, who is my step-parent coach, and Maria Evans to talk about their new book Raising Calm Kids in a World of Worry. It’s a powerful, practical guide to easing anxiety in kids — and in ourselves — through mindful, emotionally attuned parenting. We talk about the real pressures facing today’s parents, from screen time and scary ...
35m Mar 27, 2025
35m
Discipline and Boundaries with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
Dr. Tina Payne Bryson joins us this week to share some great advice on discipline and setting boundaries with our kids. Dr. Bryson emphasizes that discipline should focus on helping our children becoming self motivated humans that are empowered and make good choices on their own. She encourages parents to set and keep boundaries and view discipline as a way to teach our children how to regulate...
35m Mar 24, 2025
35m
TTC, Egg Freezing & Fertility Facts: Emily Oster Breaks It Down
In this episode, I sit down with Emily Oster — economist, best-selling author, and founder of Parent Data — to talk about her latest program, TTC, designed to provide science-backed guidance for those trying to conceive.Emily breaks down what the data really says about fertility, egg freezing, and lifestyle factors that can impact your journey. She dives into common myths about conception, incl...
30m Mar 20, 2025
30m
Managing Your Fertility with Dr. Sherry Ross
This week we’re joined by Dr. Sherry Ross to talk all things fertility. Dr. Ross is an OBGYN and the author of Sheology and Sheology the She-quel. She is an expert on all things women’s health, and today she shares some great tips for people that want to start taking control of their fertility. She encourages women to start thinking about their fertility as early as their twenties, and gives so...
37m Mar 17, 2025
37m
The Solly Baby Success Story: Innovation Meets Motherhood
In this episode, I sit down with Elle Rowley, founder of Solly Baby, to hear the inspiring story behind her iconic baby wrap—a product that has become a staple for parents navigating postpartum life. Elle shares how her journey began when she was a mom of two, juggling a colicky baby and a toddler. Out of necessity, she designed her first Solly Wrap using fabric from LA’s garment district and q...
26m Mar 13, 2025
26m
Perinatal Mental Health with Dr. Sarah Oreck
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 ...
31m Mar 10, 2025
31m
Kate Love Gets Honest About Pregnancy Struggles, Mom Guilt, and Baby #2
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...
27m Mar 06, 2025
27m
Dr. Morgan Cutlip on Burnout
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 m...
35m Mar 03, 2025
35m
Beyond Baby Talk: How Words Shape Your Child’s Future
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...
26m Feb 27, 2025
26m
Dr. Marta Perez on COVID-19
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 incr...
41m Feb 24, 2025
41m
Melasma, Motherhood, and Making Moves: Jordan Harper’s Barefaced Success Story
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 co...
32m Feb 20, 2025
32m
Regulating our Emotions with Dr. Marc Brackett
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. Bracke...
38m Feb 17, 2025
38m
Is LA’s Air Safe? Harvard Experts Weigh In on Wildfire Smoke & Health
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...
1hr 7m Feb 13, 2025
1hr 7m
Cora Jakes Coleman on Adoption
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 a...
38m Jan 06, 2025
38m
Chriselle Lim on Balancing Motherhood and a Career
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 s...
29m Dec 30, 2024
29m
Camila Alves McConaughey on Picky Eating
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 im...
31m Dec 23, 2024
31m
Breaking the Postpartum Silence: How Anya is Redefining Recovery with Jane Baecher
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 realizati...
26m Dec 19, 2024
26m
Brooklyn Decker on Maternal Health and Postpartum
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 supporti...
30m Dec 16, 2024
30m
Building Boundaries and Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Becky Kennedy
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 somethi...
33m Dec 12, 2024
33m
Maegan Brown (The BakerMama) on Cooking with Children
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 env...
24m Dec 09, 2024
24m
Tia Mowry on Navigating Single Motherhood, Finding Joy, and Building Emotional Resilience
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, an...
29m Dec 05, 2024
29m
Brightly on Eco-Friendly Parenting
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 ...
32m Dec 02, 2024
32m
Tovah Haim on Postpartum Isolation
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 ho...
35m Nov 25, 2024
35m
Trust Your Gut: The Power of Speaking Up in Medical Misdiagnosis with Alice Tapper
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 ...
25m Nov 21, 2024
25m
BeWellKelly on the Importance of Nutrition
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 diges...
39m Nov 18, 2024
39m
Becky Vieira on Postpartum
Becky Vieira joins us today to discuss her book, Enough About the Baby: A Brutally Honest Guide to Surviving the First Year of Motherhood. Becky’s book serves both as a resource and a love letter to new moms, offering insights and support during a transformative time in their life. Becky shares with us the importance of addressing the postpartum experience, as well as the importance of support ...
34m Nov 11, 2024
34m
Healing Hormones, Fertility, Anxiety, and More through Acupuncture with Katya Mosely
This week, we’re diving into the world of acupuncture with Katya Mosely from Spirit Gate Acupuncture and Wellness. Katya breaks down how acupuncture can support hormone health and fertility, helping at every stage—whether you’re trying to conceive, navigating postpartum, or managing menopause. For those a bit nervous about needles, Katya offers reassuring tips on how she creates a comfortable e...
31m Nov 07, 2024
31m
Dr. Shannon Clark (Babies After 35) on Infertility
Dr. Shannon Clark (Babies After 35) joins us today to discuss her journey through infertility and the impact of her social media account in educating others about reproductive health. Dr. Clark underwent IVF treatment and discusses the challenges she faced. She talks to us about her multiple failed embryo transfers and her complicated twin pregnancy. We discuss the importance of addressing medi...
33m Nov 04, 2024
33m
Hormones, Health, and Early Puberty: Dr. Aviva Romm’s Guide for Parents
In this episode, Dr. Aviva Romm joins us to discuss hormone health and the lifestyle and environmental factors impacting young girls and women today. With girls entering puberty at younger ages, Dr. Romm sheds light on the role of environmental factors, including endocrine disruptors that are present in everyday items. She shares practical tips for reducing exposure—covering everything from foo...
32m Oct 31, 2024
32m
Ashley Spivey on Infertility and Pregnancy Loss
Ashley Spivey joins us today to talk about infertility and pregnancy loss. She shares her journey navigating unexplained infertility. Ashley shares how she experienced multiple pregnancies and losses and the emotional toll it took on her. Throughout our conversation, Ashley highlights the importance of women trusting their instincts and the importance of asking questions during medical appointm...
33m Oct 28, 2024
33m
Jessi Malay on Mom Life: Setting Boundaries and Raising Three Daughters
This week, we’re joined by Jessi Malay as she shares her journey into motherhood, raising three daughters, and how she and her husband prioritize communication and boundaries to stay connected . We talk about all 3 of Jessi’s pregnancies and births, all very different experiences. Jessi opens up about the joy of watching her 3 girls grow into their unique selves while balancing the ups and down...
30m Oct 24, 2024
30m
Ashley Lemieux on Pregnancy Loss
Ashley Lemieux joins us today to talk about her journey to motherhood. In our open and honest conversation, Ashley shares the details of her pregnancy loss with us, recounting her struggles with grief after losing two children and the healing process that followed. She emphasizes the importance of community support during pregnancy and the importance of honest conversations. We reflect on the p...
36m Oct 21, 2024
36m
Unplugging Our Kids: Julie Scelfo on Fighting Media Addiction
This week, we talk with Julie Scelfo mother, journalist and, founder of MAMA (Mothers Against Media Addiction), to discuss her mission to combat media addiction in kids. Julie explains how the rising mental health crisis among youth is deeply tied to media overuse. She shares practical tips for parents on managing their kids' screen time, advocating for less tech in schools, and the importance ...
35m Oct 17, 2024
35m
Arnold Schwarzenegger on Fatherhood
My dad, Arnold Schwarzenegger, joins us today to talk about all things fatherhood! We discuss my dad’s parenting style, and he shares anecdotes from my childhood. My dad shares how his strict household rules, such as chores and curfews, ultimately shaped my siblings and I into the people we are today. He candidly shares his favorite parts of fatherhood with me, too! We discuss the joys of being...
34m Oct 14, 2024
34m
Raising the Next Generation of Changemakers with Lindsey Cormack
It’s election season and a lot of us are wondering how to navigate this topic with our kids. This week on #BDABaby, we’re diving into a conversation with Lindsey Cormack, author of new book “how to raise a citizen”, all about raising kids who are thoughtful, mindful and are inspired to make positive change in their communities and the world. ! In today’s polarized world, the subject of politics...
40m Oct 10, 2024
40m
Ariane Goldman on HATCH
Ariane Goldman, founder of HATCH, joins us today to talk about her company, HATCH. Ariane shares her journey and inspiration to start HATCH and how it quickly grew into an online platform that fostered a supportive community that addresses the needs of women during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. In our conversation, Ariane emphasizes the need for open and honest communication surrounding wom...
26m Oct 07, 2024
26m
Fighting Breast Cancer at 30: Ali Heitz’s Inspiring Journey
In honor of breast cancer awareness month, this week’s episode of #BDABaby, we are joined by Ali Heitz, who opens up about her breast cancer diagnosis at just 30 years old. She shares her journey to getting diagnosed and what it felt like to be processing her diagnosis alongside making the decision to preserve her fertility. Today, Ali is cancer-free and, along with her mom, is on a mission to ...
33m Oct 03, 2024
33m
Aliza Sokolow on Mindful Eating
Aliza Sokolow joins us today to talk about all things mindful eating. We discuss the importance of introducing foods to children and how to teach children healthy eating habits. Aliza shares her journey to mindful eating with us, sharing that she had to work through her own struggles with unhealthy snacking. She shares the importance of parents modeling healthy eating to their children and how ...
25m Sep 30, 2024
25m