ALL the things new dads NEED to hear (but rarely do) — from pregnancy shock to showing up well

This week, we sat down with Leila from the Learning to Mom podcast to get real about what it’s actually like becoming a parent — especially when you didn’t see it coming.

We talked through:

Laila’s surprise pregnancy story and journey to choosing life

What prenatal depression looks like (and why it often gets missed)

What partners actually need to do during pregnancy

How shame and fear can shape early parenthood

What women wish dads understood during those early months

Encouragement for dads who feel unprepared

Why you don’t “lose yourself” — you grow

Whether you're expecting twins (like John), navigating emotions, or wondering how to support your partner better, this episode is packed with honesty, laughs, and gut-check wisdom from both sides of the parenting equation.

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