In this week's episode, Jodine and Amanda are turning the tables and letting their listeners take the spotlight. They've asked for your insights and expertise on a variety of topics since starting BOMB, and now it's time to hear your thoughts. On a recent survey, six listeners shared their experiences with their vaginal births. Tune in as they delve into their answers and gain valuable perspectives from their knowledgeable listeners. Whether you're a regular listener or new to the show, this episode is not to be missed!

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While things may seem great on the outside, there are five common struggles that many couples deal with in parenthood; sleep deprivation, changes in relationship roles, finances, stress and anxiety, lack of time for oneself or the couple.

Tune into this episode of BOMB to hear Jodine and Amanda’s love stories, and how they have navigated these relationship changes since becoming parents.

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The introduction to solid foods can be a very intimidating but exciting transitional period for you and your baby. What are the signs your baby is ready? What should you feed them? Jodine and Amanda discuss their experience with Baby Led Weaning, allergy scares, and the difficulty in seeking family advice when there are generational gaps.

Free toddler choking first aid: https://solidstarts.com/downloads/toddler-rescue-heimlich-cpr/

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Mothers don’t always love being a mother. While it may feels shameful to say aloud, you’ll find it is the reality for many people — and in this episode, we’re blowing this conversation wide open! In this episode, Amanda and Jodine discuss recent feelings of ambivalence in motherhood and what that experience has felt like.

Article: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20221111-what-is-maternal-ambivalence-and-why-it-matters  

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Traveling with a baby is a challenging feat! And that’s why Jodine and Amanda have your back. During one of the busiest travel times of the year, the ladies at BOMB have tips, insights, and personal travel experiences to share with you, to help you feel prepared, calm, and equipped to enjoy YOUR trip. Whether you’re catching a flight or hitting the road, you won’t want to miss this episode.

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Are you stressed about what you need for your new babe? Do you feel a bit clueless on what might make a useful gift for a new mom friend? Are your friends asking how they can help you, but you just don’t have an answer? Jodine and Amanda have compiled their favourite items for all gift giving occasions! Share this podcast with your loved ones who are wondering how they can help YOU!

Click HERE for a PDF which will take you directly to the Blame It On Mom Brain shopping guide: https://bit.ly/bombgifts

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Weaning is a natural part of the breastfeeding experience — and so are all the emotions associated with it. In this episode, Amanda opens up and shares about her experience with breastfeeding, how it felt when this journey came to a close, and the different ways one can navigate this emotional time. With lots of vulnerable and honest moments shared by both Amanda and Jodine, this episode is sure to hit close close to home whether you are bottle or breastfeeding.

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Does the thought of grocery shopping with your baby alone terrify you? Have you heard of the term "default parent"? Do you stay at home in fear of a melt down in public? Do you want to faint at the thought of bringing your precious baby to get their vaccines? Jodine and Amanda are here to remind you that you are not the only one experiencing these fears, and that YOU CAN DO IT. Yes - it will be hard, and YES it will be scary the first time, but you are capable of SO MUCH more than you give yourself credit for.

Book Recommendations:

Atomic Habits - James Clear

To Have and to Hold - Molly Millwood

Personality Quiz: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test

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If you are in the throws of postpartum and you’re wondering if there’s light at the end of the tunnel.. Amanda and Jodine want to know that you are NOT alone, and, there IS! The feelings you have are valid, and normal. It all gets better, and it does get easier. From mom imposter syndrome, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, sleep depravation, to watching our partners struggle - this episode is about vulnerability and TRUTH.

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No matter how you decide to do it.. feeding a baby is NO JOKE.  In this episode, the gals discuss all things boobs — Jodine shares her experience with milk oversupply, mastitis, blebs and “fire boobs”… and Amanda’s experience with formula, fear of undersupply and the dangers of comparing yourself to other moms.

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