We’re going from dog parents to human parents, which is a huge adjustment for the entire household. This week, I sat down with animal communicator and psychic Nancy Mello (recommended to me by you all!) to find out what’s actually going on in your dog’s head when you bring a new baby home. 

The episode starts off with a quick snippet of our actual session with Louie x Nancy, where Louie was definitely not shy about making his demands and stating his many preferences. Then we get into the interview with Nancy where we chat about her fascinating background, how she actually communicates with animals, and some of her early success stories with clients. We then get into the convo we’ve all been waiting for, answering questions like “Does my dog know I’m pregnant?”, “How do I transition my pets into bringing home a baby?”, and “How do I make sure my baby and dog become lifelong best friends?” Whether you’re an overbearing dog mom like me or not, this one is a must listen!! Xoxo

Follow Nancy on Instagram @nancymelloofficial and TikTok @nancy.mello, and follow us at @longstoryshortwithnicole !

Hellooo party people!!! Today's episode arrived a bit later than usual because we have a very special DWTS recap for you, with the one and only Abbey Bonadies, content creator and pop-culture enthusiast.

We chat about Abbey's background as a corporate girlie turned content creator overnight, and she answers all our pressing entertainment questions, such as "Which Real Housewives franchise should we start with as a new watcher?" and "What should I be watching on maternity leave as a postpartum mom?" We then get into a very exciting DWTS recap and we have a LOT to say about this season thus far. Abbey's a seasoned dwts veteran who's been watching since day 1, so you're not gonna wanna miss this one. Xoxo

Follow Abbey on Instagram and TikTok @abbeybonadies, and follow us at @longstoryshortwithnicole !

Hi my favs!! As I sit here writing this, It’s 1am and I’m suffering from pregnancy insomnia but I’m still SO exhausted. :) This episode is some much-needed one on one time, where I answer alllllll your AMA questions about pregnancy and IVF. We touch base on my current physical and mental state at a whopping 36 weeks pregnant, and sometimes you just need a good pregnancy cry (I didn’t in this episode, don’t worry). Am I scared to give birth? Excited? A lot of both?? We also go through my baby registry big ticket items (Like did I really need to get the artipoppe? Absolutely not but I’m delusional at this point!) We of course spend some time recapping my IVF journey and I do my best to give a little hope to anyone who might be going through it. <3 Hope you love this!! We have so many fun episodes coming up for you, so as always, stay tuned!! Xoxo 

Should I freeze my eggs?? Or should I be freezing embryos?! I’m about to start IVF - How TF should I even begin to prepare for the best possible outcome?! We ALL have so many questions about making babies. Dr. Lucky Sekhon has the answers to give us the peace of mind we didn’t know we needed until now. She’s a board-certified OBGYN, Reproductive Endocrinologist, Fertility Doctor, and an absolute pro at breaking down such a complicated topic for us to better understand (she's also just super chic while doing it all, which is such a flex.)

We discuss key topics to help you understand your fertility, such as egg vs. embryo freezing, common causes for infertility, why your egg quality matters so much, and beyond. We also walk through the IVF process, breaking down everything from the egg stimulation phase, to the retrieval, to the various types of embryo transfers. Whether you’re a girlie in your 20s thinking about potentially freezing your eggs, a married woman who’s trying to conceive, or an IVF baddie going through it, this episode will give you the knowledge to feel empowered to make the best decisions for YOU and your family. Xoxo

Find all things Dr. Lucky Sekhon at https://theluckyegg.com/, and pre-order her latest book The Lucky Egg, available on 1/13/26: https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/lucky-egg-9781250408716/ 

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucky.sekhon/?hl=en

And as always, email us at [email protected] and follow on Instagram @longstoryshortwithnicole 

I know I say this every week, but this episode is a banger. I start off by divulging the answers to the very pressing question I’ve been in the field tirelessly researching: Which bassinet should we be buying? We then get right into the episode featuring our brilliant guest, Lia Higgins aka @onelitmama_. Lia has strong opinions regarding just about every notion you think you know about parenting, and she isn’t afraid to cut through the BS. I promise you, you’ll get smarter just from listening to her speak. 

We chat about her experience leaving her job in big law to be a mom, how and why the corporate world isn’t always conducive for moms to rise through the ranks, and what would need to be in place for moms to actually succeed and oh idk, enjoy their personal lives too? We discuss the notion of “having it all” - wtf does it even mean, and is it even possible? Lia gets vulnerable and shares her experience with miscarriage and a traumatic birth, and how she bravely shared it with the world back when those topics most definitely weren’t being talked about enough. Whether you’re a mom or not, this episode is truly jam packed with so much fascinating and valuable info, you’re gonna love it. Xoxo

Follow Lia on Instagram & TikTok @onelitmama_, and check out her Substack https://liamichellehiggins.substack.com/

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We're baaack for episode 3 with a guest that you all DEMANDED come on the pod - the one and only Callie Gullickson. Callie's booked and busy. She's a Peloton instructor, mother of (soon to be) two kids and one golden retriever, content creator, and now even an author of her upcoming book featuring her favorite delicious Mocktail recipes.

Callie keeps it so real with us in this episode. We chat all about her current pregnancy, her motherhood journey so far, and how deals with having to travel for work and spend time away from her family. She even gets real about feeling more bonded to her dog than she did to her newborn at first (so damn relatable). She also gives us the tea on making big career moves and how to have the best perspective about life in general. We end with a game of "Unpopular MOMpinions" where we debate whether a night nurse is actually worth it, whether baby's need their bottles warmed or not, and more. You're gonna love it. Xoxo

Follow Callie at @calliegullickson! Email us at [email protected] and follow at @longstoryshortwithnicole

Introducing the one and only, my wiser & ELDER sister, Jenna. Those who know her, love her, and those who don't yet - well you're in for a treat. Jenna basically invented hot mom energy, but keeps it SO real at the same time. She gives us many exclusives in this episode: from her exciting recent *enhancement*, to a peek behind the scenes of her pregnancy & postpartum experiences, and more. TW: She also opens up about suffering from a miscarriage, while sharing her positive mindset & how she leaned on friends for support.

Despite the very real distractions we were facing while recording this (some of which you'll hear - sorry in advance, but hey that's showbiz baby!), you're gonna love this episode. It's jam-packed with hilarious & raw moments. Stay tuned until the end for an ADORABLE quick little segment with my 5 year old nephew, Callen (even though we'll never be recording an episode with kids in the house ever again!!). Xoxo

As always, follow us at @longstoryshortwithnicole & email us at [email protected].

She's baaaaack! Welcome to Long Story Short - i'm thrilled you're here. I decided to f*ck around and launch a podcast while i'm in my third trimester, so buckle up baby (that reminds me, we have to install the new car seat this weekend). While recording this, i'm feeling slightly delirious coming off an exhausting week of volunteering at a grief camp, but it's just what I needed to finally get going on this thang.

In this episode, you can expect to hear an update on my life, why I decided to launch this show, and what it'll be about (hint: everything :) because I couldn't stick to one niche if I tried.) Then we go into a recap of my first and second trimesters and how I can never look at the color butter yellow again, and the status of planning my upcoming baby shower. It's gonna be a good one, promise. Xoxo <3 Love you all.

Email me for advice at [email protected], and follow @longstoryshortwithnicole on instagram!