In this episode, we sit down with **Alexx Whitelaw**—lactation counselor, mom of three, and breastfeeding advocate—to talk all things *nursing*. From latching struggles to supply worries to tandem feeding, Alex shares her personal journey and professional insights into what it really takes to make breastfeeding work.

Whether you’re nursing your first baby or navigating a totally different experience with your third, this episode is full of practical tips, encouragement, and a whole lot of “you’re not alone.”

**What we cover:**

This is the breastfeeding pep talk we all wish we had. 💛

This episode is a must-listen for anyone exploring a more personal, holistic approach to birth care in Ontario. 💛

In this episode, Brie shares the full story of her all-natural home birth with baby Everest. From why she chose to birth at home with a midwife and doula, to the moment Everest was born, this is a real, honest look at what a home birth can look like—messy, powerful, and completely on her terms.

We talk about the common hospital “cascade of interventions” and why Brie wanted to avoid that route. She also shares what she did to prepare her body and mind for labour—from strength training to learning about the accuracy of ultrasounds and trying the Miles Circuit.

This episode walks through it all:

If you’re curious about home birth, natural delivery, or just love a good birth story—this one’s for you. It’s not sugar-coated, but it’s real and it’s encouraging.

00:00 Into

02:15 What I did to prepare

05:10 Why Home Birth?

06:05 Cascade of Interventions

09:45 Ultrasound Accuracy

14:48 Miles Circuit

15:54 First Contraction

20:21 Water Breaking

24:20 Active Labour

26:00 Body Release

27:58 Transition

29:46 Call Birth team

31:43 My BEST Position!

33:35 Double Peaks

37:15 Tub Time

40:15 Pushing

46:20 Episiotomy

48:45 Everest is Born!

55:00 Postpartum

1:02:00 Regrets?

It’s time for another round of MamaBare Unfiltered, where we ditch the script and catch up on all things real life and motherhood. In this relaxed chat, we cover what’s been going on behind the scenes lately—because sometimes you just need a good vent, a few laughs, and a reminder that you’re not alone.

In this episode we chat about:

Life lately and how we’re really doing

Erryn’s ongoing home renos and birthday party planning chaos

Brie's baby Everest hitting new milestones

Sleep regressions, toddler attitudes, and mama burnout

The little things we’re doing to feel like ourselves again

So grab your coffee (or wine—we’re not judging) and join us for a cozy catch-up with your mama besties. 💛

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Screen time—it’s a blessing and a challenge. Too much can affect sleep and emotional regulation, so how do we find balance? In this episode, we talk about introducing kids to screens safely with age-appropriate platforms and privacy settings. We also dive into recognizing warning signs of cyberbullying and online predators. Let’s navigate the digital world with confidence! 📱💛

Co-sleeping—one of the most debated parenting topics! In this episode, we break down what co-sleeping is, its pros and cons, and our personal experiences. Erryn still co-sleeps with her 3- and 5-year-olds, even bed-sharing both girls, while Brie transitioned her baby to a crib at 8 weeks. We discuss how every family’s journey is unique and why there’s no shame in choosing what works best—as long as it's safe!

We also dive into the internet’s divisive take on parenting choices and why we're here to empower, not judge. Whether you co-sleep, crib sleep, or do a mix of both, this episode is all about supporting your parenting decisions! 💛

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00:00 Intro

00:35 What is Co-Sleeping

01:33 Disadvantages of Co-Sleeping

03:40 Our Experiences with Co-Sleeping

04:08 Controversial Choice

05:12 Erryn decision to Co-Sleep

07:00 How long to Room Share?

12:00 How Brie set up to Co-Sleep

16:55 Transferring to the Crib?

19:10 Feeling judged

21:10 Rolling over at night!

25:25 Big kid bed!

36:36 Side Lying

39:23 Rocking Chair

46:49 Co-Sleeping Advantages

49:44 SWAP: Espresso Maker & Beef Tallow

55:12 Would You Rather Game

The kids are (mostly) asleep, and we’re finally sitting down to reconnect! In this real and unfiltered chat, we talk about how life feels extra full right now—taking on more than we probably should, but loving it anyway. We cover fitness, car seats, BLW, biological dentistry, nipple biting (ouch!), and Erryn’s race to finish the floors before her daughter’s 5th birthday. Grab a drink and join us for some much-needed mama time!

We are workshopping names for our evening edition. MamaBare After Bedtime, MamaBare After Dark...? Anyone have a good suggestion?

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Brie is about to start Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) with Everest, and Erryn has been through it before! In this episode, we break down what BLW is, why we’re choosing it, and the nerves that come with starting solids. We also chat about CPR/choking classes, introducing other liquids, and the learning curve of feeding little ones. Tune in for our journey—and check back for updates!

00:00- ERRYN & BRIE CATCH UP

14:36- BABY LED WEANING

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In this episode, we sit down with Brie's husband, Aaron Esser, to talk about his experience with oral surgery and biological dentistry. He shares the wild story of his failed wisdom tooth removal as a teen, the removal of his mercury fillings, and his oral cavitation surgery. We also dive into what biological dentistry is, why it matters, and who might benefit from these procedures!

00:00 Brie & Erryn Catch Up

11:19 Dental Cavitation Interview

48:00 Wisdom Tooth Trauma

Motherhood shifts everything—including who we are. We explore rediscovering yourself with Your Partner (communication & change), Your Friends (mom friends & non-mom connections), and Your Goals (how they evolve & ways to feel like you). Let’s navigate this together! 💕

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