Who Needs Sleep?

Who Needs Sleep?

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Who Needs Sleep? episodes

  • The Drumroll, Part 2

     

    In this episode, Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas continue talking about preparing for the arrival of your baby. They dive right into what to expect the moment after your baby is birthed, followed by countless tips, tricks, and insights into what items you will and won’t need once you bring your baby home. (Hint: It’s all about the basics!)

    The Docs share their candid thoughts on everything newborn-related, including clothing your baby, white noise machines, preferred types of bottles, switching your detergents and soaps, and preparing a nursery. They also give important precautions and warnings on car seats, sleeping monitors, and prenatal massages that you won’t want to overlook!

    This episode will remind you not to sweat the small stuff, and to keep laughing along the way! Parenthood isn’t about perfection… it’s about learning, growing, and caring for the miraculous life that you have created. If you enjoyed this episode, give it a ‘share’ to pass on the laughs to someone who you think could benefit!

    If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can go ahead and listen to that here: www.twotireddocs.com/whoneedssleep/thedrumroll1

    Lessons learned:

    • Less is more when it comes to baby clothes… start simple and if it’s not working for you, you will find something that does.
    • Car seats expire! Expiration dates depend on the type of car seat, so check to make sure when yours was made, especially if it’s secondhand. It’s best to get a new car seat. Check online for videos on proper car seat installation. As your baby’s diaper size grows, adjust your car seat’s straps accordingly.
    • Don’t microwave bottles! You can buy a bottle warmer or simply stick the bottle in a container of hot water. Refrigerated breast milk can then be left out for 4 hours max.
    • It’s best to switch to hypoallergenic, fragrance-free detergent and soap.
    • If you’re going to get a prenatal massage, go to someone who is trained because an untrained massage can send you into labor.
    • You don’t need to curate your baby’s newborn experience before they arrive, as they really don’t need much more than you!
    • You may find yourself checking to see if your baby is breathing while they are sleeping and that’s normal. The vast majority of babies do not need to be hooked up to a monitor while they sleep. If they do, which is rare, your doctor will provide you with one.

      • Episode Timeline:

      • [0:00] Intro
      • [1:16] Check out our mini episodes and reach out to us with questions or comments!
      • [2:56] What happens immediately after giving birth
      • [4:52] You cannot have enough burp clothes!
      • [7:15] Clothing and swaddling newborn babies + What is brown fat?
      • [10:18] Sleep: Should I get a white noise machine?
      • [11:10] Car seats + Strollers: Expiration dates, new vs. used, traveling with ease
      • [18:18] Bottles: Glass vs. plastic, 4oz vs. 8oz, bottle sterilizers and warmers
      • [26:07] Soaps + Detergents: Do’s and don’ts, unscented vs. fragrance-free,
      • [28:40] Benefits of having a smart phone in early parenthood months
      • [29:59] Why you should replace your fire alarm batteries before giving birth
      • [30:53] Feeding + The fun and fast pace of infancy
      • [32:20] The importance of self-care + Prenatal massages
      • [34:44] Pregnancy loosens everything up!
      • [35:33] Do they want to have another kid?
      • [36:15] What you don’t need + Reviewing what you do need
      • [37:15] Infant inserts for car seats + Adjusting car seat straps and your child grows
      • [38:52] Don’t worry about the small stuff… less is more!
      • [39:38] Checking to see if your baby is breathing while sleeping + Are monitors necessary?
      • [42:48] Staying off the internet + Looking to your community for support
      • [43:48] Outro + How to contact us

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        Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in the podcast, “Who Needs Sleep?” are those of the speakers and do not represent the views of their employers or any associated medical establishment. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.

        The information from the podcast is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice from your or your child’s doctor, who know you best.

        In general, we recommend you approach any information obtained from the internet with the most generous amount of skepticism that you can muster.

        47 min
      • The Drumroll, Part 1

        Dr. Valerie Lawrence kicks off the podcast with a jingle for "The Baby's Room" that Phil has never heard of.

        In this episode, your hosts discuss the process of preparing for a new baby. This first part is less about things, and more about an approach.

        What's that? You love things? So do we. It's also a little bit about things.

        We'll be delving into what you need, and maybe even more importantly, what you don't need to welcome your baby into the world. Join Drs. Val and Philip, as they help you clean up that registry list and prepare for the unpreparable!

        24 min
      • Who Are You and What Are You Doing In My Ears?

        Parenting is not easy.

        Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas are two pediatricians who would like to make it a little easier for you... Or at the very least, help make it more enjoyable!

        In this episode, your new hosts will introduce themselves, let you know the game plan for their show and all the episodes to come!

        What's even better? It comes with an open invitation for you, the listener, to be part of it all!

        You know, in all of your free time.

        You're welcome.

        10 min
      • The First Promo

        Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas are two pediatricians who would like you to know that they are ready to talk parenting with you!

        They will go through planning from before the baby is born to everything that comes after,

        3 min

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