I don't mean to be rude, but who tf are you?

Let's be honest, giving birth is like the most intense first date ever.

You show up at the designated place nervously excited to meet your date, only for them to show up late and basically whinge the whole time.

And then you're obligated to be with them. For the next 18 years.

So what were our first reactions to our new babies? And maybe more importantly... what were their first impressions of us?
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CREDITS
Hosts: Clare Stephens & Jessie Stephens
Producer: Taylah Strano
Audio Producer: Thom Lyon
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Hi. Um, I Don't Know You"

The Baby Bubble, hosted by twins Jessie and Clare Stephens (who had their first babies just 6 months apart), dives into the absurdity and hilarity of the first few months of newborn life. From the first post-birth poo, to the myth of schedules, and the absolute mayhem that comes with trying to leave the house.
If you’re looking for advice you’ve come to the wrong place, but if you want someone to crawl down into the chaos with you, we’re already here and the water is great!

Kids & Family

Feeding is weirdly high stakes…
Whether you’re breastfeeding, formula feeding or dare we say it bottle feeding, everyone’s got an opinion on how to do it better.
The fun thing about giving your baby nutrients is that it’s uniquely cooked for every individual.
And don’t even get us started on breast pumps.
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Listen to more episodes of The Baby Bubble here
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CREDITS
Hosts: Clare Stephens & Jessie Stephens
Producer: Taylah Strano
Audio Producer: Thom Lion
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boobs, Bottles And BTW You're Doing Everything Wrong

Just because you had a baby, doesn’t mean Barbie didn’t just come out.
You know what’s a totally fun and not at all terrifying experience? Taking your first dump after giving birth.
It can basically only be topped by your first post-birth shower, which looks more like a crime scene than a shampoo commercial.
Today we’re debriefing on the many firsts that come after birthing your bub, including Jessie’s pilgrimage to the Barbie movie.
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Listen to more episodes of The Baby Bubble here
To go in the running to win a $50 gift voucher complete the survey here
CREDITS
Hosts: Clare Stephens & Jessie Stephens
Producer: Taylah Strano
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OK, We Need To Debrief About The First Post-Birth Shower

The Baby Bubble is a brand new parenting podcast with a twist. Hosted by twins (and new mums) Jessie and Clare Stephens, this show dives into the absurdity and hilarity of the first few months of newborn life.
Can we offer helpful advice? No. Are we trying to? Absolutely not. Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DISCLAIMER: This Is Definitely Not A Parenting Advice Podcast

It’s the final episode of season one of The Baby Bubble and Zoe is sick.  So the fabulous Holly Wainwright is stepping in to join Sean and share her parenting wisdom.
Mess is a huge part of having kids but wouldn’t it be great if you could leave a room with your children without it looking like a bomb has gone off?  Sean has managed to train his babies to clean up after themselves and it didn’t involve nagging or bribery. Get the pen and paper ready!
Plus, with everyone talking about the importance of kids finding their own identity what role do gendered clothes play?  Both Sean and Holly made a point of trying to dress their kids in a way that wasn’t traditionally gendered but they realised kids often find their own way there anyway.  So how much is nature and how much is nurture?
And the parenting books are littered with advice on all the things we’re not supposed to be doing with our babies.  But is it possible to follow the rules all the time or is it more important just to get through the day?


CREDITS:

Host: Zoe Marshall & Sean Szeps

Producer: Amelia Navascues

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"Hi. Um, I Don't Know You"

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