No One Told Us

By Rachael Shepard-Ohta

No One Told Us the truth about parenthood. WHY?!

Welcome to No One Told Us, the podcast where we uncover the raw, unfiltered truths about parenthood. I'm your host, Rachael Shepard-Ohta, mom of three ... more

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March 20, 2025Episode 81: Postpartum Depletion, Burnout and Exhaustion with Kim Perez
Have you felt completely depleted, exhausted, burnt-out and even a little ragey since becoming a mom? You're not alone but there IS something you can do about it! Join Rachael and guest Kim Perez, a functional nutritionist, to learn all about how to start fueling yourself in ways that can lower stress, improve mood, and boost sleep. A little of what we discuss inside this episode:
Signs and symptoms that you are truly burnt out and depleted
Why it's beneficial to use a "root cause" approach when targeting your symptoms
What's the truth about "high cortisol?"
Prioritizing nutrition and realistic self care for moms
Why incorporating mineral balance and nutrient dense foods into your diet is so crucial for moms
How to curb sugar and caffeine cravings
Accessing functional and nutritional care postpartum
+ so much more!
Kim Perez is a mom of 2, functional nutritionist, and owner of Root & Branch Nutrition where she guides and supports moms in restoring their energy and building resilience so they can thrive in motherhood (and beyond).

Her own journey- especially the depletion she experienced after having her first son- lit a fire in her to more deeply support women in this season of life. Through her work including 1:1 containers, online courses, and a virtual community for moms, she helps women address the root causes of their symptoms, teaches them how to replenish and fully nourish their bodies, and empowers them to fall in love with caring for themselves.

Kim takes a uniquely holistic yet still realistic and practical approach to health and wellbeing that honors the specific needs of parenthood and demands moms are under. And she’s on a mission to make nourished motherhood the norm rather than the exhausted, burnt-out, isolated version we’re conditioned to think we must accept.

Connect with Kim:
Kim’s Instagram: @rootandbranchnutrition
Reignite Your Spark Course
The 5 Day Revival for Moms Free Guide
The Nourished Moms Village Online Community
Kim’s website: https://www.rootandbranchnutrition.com/

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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March 13, 2025Episode 80: All About Tummy Troubles with Dr. Ruiz of Solid Starts
Does your little one struggle with tummy issues like constipation, reflux, slow weight gain, picky eating etc? You're not alone! This week Rachael welcomes Dr. Rachel Ruiz, pediatrician and member of the Solid Starts team, to talk all about TUMMY TROUBLES!
In this informative episode you'll learn:
Understanding Normal vs. Worrisome Symptoms
Growth Charts: What They Really Mean
Normal Poop: Frequency, Consistency you DON'T Want to See
Starting Solids: Signs of Readiness and Allergies
Navigating Toddler Picky Eating + When to Worry
Understanding Neurodivergent Feeding Challenges
Potty Training: Myths and Methods
plus so much more!!

Dr. Ruiz is a mom of four, a board-certified general pediatrician, and a pediatric gastroenterologist. She completed her undergraduate at Dartmouth College, doctorate of medicine and pediatrics residency at Vanderbilt University, and pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Stanford University. Dr. Ruiz is an attending pediatric gastroenterologist at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and an affiliated clinical instructor of pediatric gastroenterology at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford. She treats a wide range of children suffering from constipation, abdominal pain, swallowing difficulties, inadequate weight gain, inflammatory bowel disease, fatty liver and other liver diseases, and Celiac disease. In her part-time position at Solid Starts, Dr. Ruiz reviews content for evidence-based accuracy, analyzes choking data and trends, and is a trainer for Solid Starts PRO®.

📱For more from Dr. Ruiz and the Solid Starts Team, and for the best place to find me and any content related to feeding visit solidstarts.com

📖🥦 Find the new Solid Starts BOOK- Available wherever you get your books:
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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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43min
March 06, 2025Episode 79: Traveling the World with Kids with Ben Lutz of The Funemployed Family
Today I’m speaking with Ben Lutz, the dad of The FUNemployed Family! In 2018, after more than a decade of rat racing and corporate ladder climbing, he and his wife realized they were firmly on the hamster wheel of life and feared that they would regret not spending more time with their young daughter!

They quit their jobs, sold their house and most of their possessions and set off on a gap year around the world with their toddler. They were looking for a life (and career) reset, and boy did they find it! For the past 6 years Ben and his family have been on a digital nomad journey traveling full time to 35 countries while working remotely and “worldschooling” the kids along the way!

This is what you’ll learn inside this fun and informative episode:
Financial Planning for Long-Term Travel
Choosing the Right Destinations for your Family
Dispelling the Myth: Traveling with Young Children isn't Worth It
Flying with Kids: Tips and Tricks for a Smooth Journey
Embracing Slow Travel: The Benefits of Extended Stays in one Location
Mitigating Over-Tourism
Teaching Kids How to Embrace New Cultures and Experiences
Childcare and Education for Traveling Families
Finding the Perfect Travel Destination
Embracing New Experiences with Kids in Tow
The Rewards and Challenges of this Lifestyle
How to Work as a "Digital Nomad"
"Worldschooling" and How Kids can Get an Education While Traveling
and So much more!
Mentioned in this episode:
Ben’s Global Destination Matrix: https://stan.store/TheWanderCoach/p/the-destination-matrix
Follow Ben + Fam on…
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefunemployedfamily
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefunemployedfamily
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFUNemployedfamily/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefunemployedfamily
website: https://www.thefunemployedfamily.com/
Boundless Life website

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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February 27, 2025Episode 78: Why We Should Care about Caregiving with Elissa Strauss
In this episode Rachael speaks with Elissa Strauss, author of the book 'When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others.' They discuss the societal expectations placed on mothers, the cultural issues surrounding care, and the value of caregiving. Elissa also shares her personal experiences with motherhood and how it has changed her perspective on work and identity.

More inside this episode:
How motherhood is often framed as either a "fairytale" or a "nightmare"
Individualism in the U.S. and why it hurts families
The benefits of communal parenting and palliative care
The identity shifts we go through after having a baby and impacts on work life
How caregiving should be valued economically and philosophically

Elissa has been writing about the politics and culture of parenting and caregiving for more than fifteen years. Her work appears in publications like the Atlantic, the New York Times, Glamour, ELLE, and elsewhere, and she was a former contributing writer at CNN.com and Slate, where her cultural criticism about motherhood appeared on DoubleX. Her book, "When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others," is out now from Gallery Books. She is also the mom of two kids, Augie and Levi, ages 11 and 7!

Elissa’s Book: When You Care: The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others
Elissa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissaavery/
Elissa’s Substack: https://substack.com/@elissastrauss

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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45min
February 20, 2025Episode 77: Making Friends & Keeping Friends with Danielle Bayard Jackson
Today we welcome Danielle Bayard Jackson, a certified friendship coach, to chat all about MOM FRIENDS- how to find them, how to keep them, and how to not let small stuff get in the way. We also chat about healthy conflict resolution and modeling strong friendships for our kids! Inside this episode:
common challenges Moms specifically face when it comes to making new connections
practical ways to find new friends and nurture fulfilling relationships with other women
why some friendships fade or fall away after having kids
how to create boundaries and express needs within female friendships
what to do if a friend makes different parenting choices than you, and how to separate parenting differences from core values or character judgements
how to model healthy friendships for our kids
and much more!

Danielle teaches women how to make and maintain better friendships through research-based methodology. Since studying the ins and outs of female friendships, her teachings include how to solve common female friendship conflicts, creating connections with depth and closeness, and the impact of friendship on our physical, mental, and emotional health. Danielle is also the author of Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships. This book aims to explain the mechanics of female friendship from an aerial view, as well as provide tangible strategies to equip women for the day-to-day business of being friends. As the spokesperson for Bumble For Friends and with work that has been featured in NBC News, The New York Times, and Psychology Today, Danielle's insights and frameworks have been trusted by many
Danielle’s instagram: @daniellebayardjackson
Danielle’s book: Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships.

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website
✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨
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February 13, 2025Episode 76: How Dental Health and Mouth Breathing Affect Development with Dr. Ben Miraglia
This week Rachael welcomes Dr. Ben Miraglia to discuss the importance of early dental care for children, focusing on the connection between dental health, breathing, and overall development. He emphasizes the need for early intervention in pediatric dentistry, particularly between the ages of 3 and 11, to prevent long-term issues. Dr. Ben also introduces Toothpillow, a remote treatment option designed to improve children's oral health through guidance appliances, myofunctional therapy, and nasal hygiene.

Inside this episode:
Signs and symptoms for dental or airway issues in your child
How mouth breathing can lead to various health issues
Nutrition plays a significant role in dental and respiratory health
Pacifiers, bottles, and purees impact on jaw development
Understanding the connection between sleep and dental health
Holistic approaches can enhance children's dental care
How braces only address symptoms, not underlying issues.
Thoughts on mouth taping
How nasal hygiene is often overlooked but essential for health
Treatment options by age

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Dr. Ben Miraglia graduated from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 1993. He has over 30 years of general practice experience in Mt. Kisco, NY, including over 20 years orthodontic experience where his focus has been on early childhood jaw growth and development. Dr. Miraglia lectures nationally on early childhood malocclusion, its connection to sleep disordered breathing and early treatment options. Dr. Miraglia is the VP of GP Clinical Education at CandidPro. He is the Chief Clinical Officer at Airway Health Solutions. He is on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry. He is a founding member and Chief Clinical Officer at Toothpillow.
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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46min
February 06, 2025Episode 75: Protecting Your Child's Digital Footprint in the Era of Oversharing with Fareedah Shaheed
We live in the age of "sharenting" where kids are content and there are seemingly no rules. This week, Rachael speaks with Fareedah Shaheed (aka CyberFareedah), an internet safety expert, about the importance of protecting our kids online.
They discuss the risks of sharing too much information about children on social media and the potential consequences of oversharing. They also explore the age-appropriate use of technology and provide tips for keeping kids safe online. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication, trust, and setting boundaries to ensure the safety of children in the digital world. Here's what you'll learn:
The Risks of Oversharing on Social Media (even with private accounts!)
Age-Appropriate Technology Use and Setting Boundaries
The Types of Photos You Should NEVER Share
When it Might be Appropriate for Kids to Have Their Own Devices
Tips for Keeping Kids Safe Online

Fareedah is a Forbes 30 Under 30 Internet Safety Expert whose passion is helping parents keep their children safe online. With a professional background in cybersecurity and threat intelligence, Fareedah uses her online platforms to teach parents the SAFE Method—a unique approach to teaching internet safety that emphasizes the need for creating safe spaces between parent and child as the cornerstone of protecting kids online.

Fareedah (known online as CyberFareedah) has been featured in Cisco, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, NASDAQ, FOX 46, NBC4, Yahoo! and more.

Fareedah’s Instagram: @cyberfareedah and Website: https://www.cyberfareedah.com
Free Protect Kids Online Resource Library: https://sekuva.mykajabi.com/get-your-internet-safety-resource-library

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website
✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨
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January 30, 2025Episode 74: Postpartum Nutrition, Meal Prep, Minerals and more with Allegra Gast, RDN IBCLC
Postpartum nutrition is SO important and yet as busy and tired moms, it's hard to prioritize. That's why this week Rachael brings on Allegra Gast, a functional registered dietitian and international board-certified lactation consultant, to talk all about realistic, easy tips for postpartum nutrition and breastfeeding. Inside this episode you'll learn:
importance of nutrition for postpartum recovery and milk supply
how new moms often experience fatigue, brain fog and rage/ low mood because of depleted nutrients and minerals
tips for maintaining energy levels as a new mom (even when you're sleep deprived!)
how to create easy balanced meals with adequate protein, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats, and minerals
meal prep tips for busy parents
how food can help balance blood sugar and energy levels
how our nervous system is affected by improper nutrition
benefits of hair mineral testing
and much more!
Allegra Gast is a functional registered dietitian and international board certified lactation consultant who is passionate about helping families navigate both their postpartum health and their breastfeeding journeys. Allegra offers virtual consults for families all around the world. She started her business, Aloha Nutrition, when she lived in Hawaii but currently resides in Texas with her military husband, and 4 kids including baby twins!
Allegra’s instagram: @aloha.nutrition
Aloha Nutrition Website: https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/
Hair tissue mineral testing: https://l.bttr.to/DYgUm
Free mineral guide: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/y9a3e8
Postpartum nutrition course: https://education.aloha-nutrition.com/product/nourish-postpartum-nutrition-essentials/

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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January 23, 2025Episode 73: Choosing the Right Daycare and Tips for Transitioning with Elise Disher
This week we're speaking with with Elise Disher, M. Ed all about choosing the right daycare and how to transition your child in as seamlessly as possible. Childcare is such an important topic for parents and we know it can be fraught with worry! Here's what Rachael and Elise discuss inside the episode:
Why building relationships and attachment with staff is crucial during the transition into daycare or preschool
The benefits of a tailored and gradual approach to separation vs. "drop and go"
How parents can advocate for more involvement in the early learning environment and create familiarity for their child
Do children actually need daycare or preschool for socialization or social skills development in the first three years?
Quality early learning environments- what should they be prioritizing and what should parents look for and ask about when touring?
What parents should be focusing on during challenging behaviors
and much more!
Elise's work is all about promoting relationship-focused, attachment-based practices in early childhood settings. She consults with educators to help them implement these approaches and facilitate the Circle of Security program for both educators and families. She also supports families through key transitions into early childhood settings and provides guidance on navigating behavioral challenges. She is a mom to two little ones, aged 5 and 1, and brings over 18 years of experience working in the early childhood profession as an educator, teacher, director, and consultant. She holds a Master of Education and is a certified Circle of Security facilitator as well as a holistic sleep and wellbeing coach.

Her goal is to help build strong, secure connections between children and the adults in their lives, offering the support needed to thrive through the many stages of early childhood.
Find her here:
Elise’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisedisher.ed/?hl=en
Elise’s Courses:
Supporting and advocating for a quality orientation support package
Masterclass - The brain behind behaviour- Understanding and responding to emotions and behaviours effectively
Circle of Security Parent Interest Form
Website umeplay.com.au

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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44min
January 16, 2025Episode 72: Postpartum Supports We Love: Babywearing, Doulas and Mental Health Care with Kay Medeiros
In this episode Rachael and guest Kay chat candidly about the postpartum experience. Kayleigh Medeiros, owner at Heritage Baby Designs and postpartum doula and lactation counselor, discusses her journey into the world of baby wearing and the importance of postpartum support. Rachael and Kay discuss:
the history and newer "trends" of babywearing
physical and emotional benefits of baby wearing, such as convenience, bonding, and increased milk production.
tips for safe baby wearing, including the T.I.C.K.S. acronym: tight but not too tight, in view at all times, close enough to kiss, keep off the chest, and supported back.
the importance of getting fresh air and movement for both the parent and the baby, even in cold weather climates.
postpartum doula support and the role of a doula in helping new parents navigate the challenges of the postpartum period.
the importance of community support for new parents.

Kayleigh Madeiros is owner at Heritage Baby Designs, postpartum doula and lactation counsellor moving towards her IBCLC. In her day job she's a franchise business consultant in food retail. Kay is a mom to three little ones and has been on this journey of discovering how she believes we should be supporting new parents and babies.

Mentioned in the episode:
Shop Heritage Baby Carriers
Kay's Instagram

Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
Instagram | Tiktok | Website

✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

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