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8 best podcasts for new moms who have dozens of questions

Got parenting questions? These podcasts have answers

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Becoming a mom for the first time is so exciting, but it can also cause a bit of nervousness and anxiety. It’s only natural to feel overwhelmed at the thought of welcoming a new baby into your family but fortunately, there are a lot of great resources to help answer all the questions a new mom may have. One of those resources is podcasts.

The entire process of pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting can be enhanced by learning from professionals, social media, and fellow moms about having a successful parenting journey. To help you prepare for this awesome transition, we bring you the eight best podcasts for new moms. Give them a listen, you won’t regret it!

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The Pregnancy Podcast: Pregnancy and Parent Advice

Hosted by Vanessa Merten, this popular show has aired over 300 episodes and counting. As one of the top-rated podcasts for new mothers, it covers a gamut of topics such as labor, pregnancy, delivery, and of course, parenting. Vanessa leads you through the path of caring for your newborn in a friendly, conversational, yet informative manner. Each engaging episode lasts about 20-30 minutes.

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The Birth Hour: Insight into Pregnancy and Childbirth

The Birth Hour is hosted by Bryn Huntpalmer and has been running for 97 episodes. Each episode takes you through a mix of emotions—from laughter to tears. Bryn draws on the personal experiences of women who share their understanding of all issues that surround pregnancy, birth, and childcare. Their stories give you an insight into what to expect during all nine months leading up to delivery day. Additionally, Bryn allocates time to answer all the burning questions you might have. The episodes last between 30-50 minutes. Recently, Bryn has also included topics such as child management, labor, delivery, infertility, and miscarriage.

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The Pregnancy Confidential: What to Expect During Pregnancy and Beyond

With 32 episodes and dynamic host Dana Point, this podcast features a powerful and honest journey through all the weeks of pregnancy. Dana walks you through the physical and emotional journeys in a friendly, conversational, and fun-loving manner. Each unpredictable episode takes between 10-20 minutes. The topics range from baby names to sex after birth, and a few thought-provoking areas such as parental leave in the workplace and even “The TMI Episode.” If you’re already curious, you’ll have to tune into Apple Podcasts for this one.

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Newbies: Anything Goes from Parenting to Career Changes

The hosts of Newbies, Kristin Stratin and her assistant Sunny, take you through every aspect of a baby’s first year. They not only deal with topics concerning parenting but also those relating to couples’ issues as brand-new parents and finding a balance between childcare and career. With their wit and humor, they tackle the everyday issues and topics that perhaps you might not have thought about before like “Postpartum Anxiety.” Every subject is up for grabs in this podcast.

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The Best of Both Worlds: Exploring Career and Parenting Life

The title says it all. Laura Vanderkam and Sarah Hart-Unger host a podcast that’s 142 episodes long and counting. They guide their listeners on the journey of being a mother while juggling their career lives. Additionally, they provide advice for single mothers who are trying to flourish in the world of finance and business. The areas covered include maternity leave, finances, postpartum health, meal planning, cooking, women’s health, and more.

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The Boob Group: Empowering Breastfeeding Mothers

What’s quite interesting about The Boob Group is that it’s facilitated by an independent network. Plus, it’s been running for 182 episodes and still going. The topics center on one primary area—breastfeeding. However, you’re guaranteed to receive a broad expanse of knowledge because many moms with different experiences share their personal stories that are so emotional and informative. Plus, you’ll learn about the best foods that promote milk production.

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The Mom-to-Mom Podcast: A Multi-Generational Perspective

The hosts of this faith-based podcast, Kate Battistelli, September McCarthy, and Jamie Erickson represent 3 generations of the same family. They’ve traveled the whole journey to see their children grow into adults and hope to share that insight with their audience. These hosts discuss the anxiety of being a new mom, infant loss, miscarriage, and child upbringing, as well as character development. They also touch upon topics that center on homeschooling, holidays with your children, and many more.

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The Mighty Mommy: A Dash of Humor Goes a Long Way

Cheryl Butler has hosted 300 episodes (and counting) about all things family thanks to a production company called Quick and Dirty Tips. She shares honest, realistic content about how to care for kids from newborns to teens. Her humorous banter originates from a special wisdom that comes from decades of raising 8 children, which makes this one of the best podcasts for new mothers.

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Why are parenting podcasts so popular?

Everyone from new moms to seasoned parents is turning to podcasts to get parenting advice from parenting professionals and armchair experts. In 2021 InsideRadio reported that according to Edison Research, “Nearly four in ten moms have listened to a podcast in the last month and about a quarter of moms report listening to one in the last week. Overall, 57% of moms have ever listened to a podcast.”

Listening to a podcast is often easier than finding information in a book or online. New moms can listen to a podcast while in the car, going for a walk or anywhere they need or want to be hands free. Parenting podcasts give parents a different way to access the information they want in a convenient way.

Basically, these eight best podcasts for new moms may not exactly make the entire parenting journey sound like a piece of cake. However, you’ll glean some important tips and insights from other women who’ve traveled down a similar road to parenthood. So, grab a cup of tea and your device and relax in your favorite chair. After all, information is power when it comes to unfamiliar territory—like becoming a mom.

Leslie Anderson
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Leslie Anderson is a freelance writer/writing coach from Roswell, N.M. She enjoys gardening, cooking, and helping students…
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