LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! Irina talks with Jenn Chowdhury. She is a journalist, writer, and new mom They discussed the crazy story of how she moved in with her boyfriend, celebrated her birthday, went into lockdown, and found out about her unexpected pregnancy — all within a few weeks! Plus, the difficulty of balancing…
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BONUS: What Will Happen to Pandemic Mama When the Pandemic is Over?
LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! The Pandemic Mama herself Irina Gonzalez joins for a very special bonus episode to make some quick announcements about the future of the podcast, a change in episode timing, and a VERY special new segment! You won’t want to miss this. Join the Pandemic Mama Podcast Facebook group to connect with other…
22. Getting Through Pandemic Parenting Thanks to Therapy with Shamiko Reid
LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! Irina talks with Shamiko Reid. She is a first-time mom, blogger, and podcaster. They discussed her history of depression and why it was difficult to feel happy about her pregnancy at first, missing out on a baby shower and seeing family, and how much therapy has helped her during this…
21. Why We All Should Get Pre-Conception Counseling with Blaire Briody
LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! Irina talks with Blaire Briody, a freelance writer, author, and soon-to-be new mom. They discussed her multiple miscarriages, getting a hypothyroidism diagnosis, and why she thinks everyone should get preconception counseling. Plus, how her pandemic worries have taken over all other pregnancy anxieties. Show Notes: Make sure to follow Blaire…
20. Meditating for Better Sleep and Stress Relief with Nathalie Walton
LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! Irina talks with Nathalie Walton, a new mom and the CEO of Expectful, the leading meditation app for hopeful, expecting, and new parents. They discussed the struggle to get into a routine with a new baby, how common breastfeeding challenges are in the first week of a baby’s life, and…