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She's not like a Regular Mom... she happens to be a Real Housewife of Dubai, Socialite, Influencer, Podcaster AND Ultimate Cool Mom - Caroline Stanbury! Known for her glamorous lifestyle, we talk about how she navigated Postpartum life, "bouncing back", egg freezing & IVF, the inside scoop on Mommy Makeovers, Preclampsia, Raising Twins, and how to keep your identity and live your best life as a mom. Caroline is hilarious and chock-full of so many insights. This is a fun one guys!! Want more from Caroline? Instagram @CarolineStanbury Divorced Not Dead Podcast (psst. check out Sarah's episode!) Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Traveling with a baby can be DAUNTING. What to pack? Getting through TSA? Time changes? How do I keep them from screaming the entire flight?? There's a LOT to navigate. Luckily, Kelly Stary from @Traveling.with.babies is here to help us out! She gives us invaluable advice, insider tips, clever tricks, and essential must-haves for traveling with your little one. Learn how to navigate airports, pack efficiently, soothe your baby on the go, and so much more to make traveling with YOUR baby that much easier!RESOURCE: FULL LIST of travel Essentials we mentioned in the episode HEREWant more from Kelly? Instagram: @traveling.with.babies Website HERE Want more from your Host Sarah?! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy Mother's Day B*tches!! Today we salute YOU new moms out there and all the unseen sacrifices and HARD WORK you do every day in your new role. Motherhood; its the hardest unpaid gig out there (but also the sweetest and most rewarding!) Ready to feel extremely proud of yourself and amped up on motherhood? Enjoy this Ep!Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Ritual - Get 10% off at Ritual.com/BIGKIDTreat Yourself this Mother's Day! Here are some additional discount codes for our Bottle Service fam:More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! Hatch - Shop Maternity/ Postpartum Fashion and Beauty with an extra 15% off with code BIGKID15! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This one's for all you Partners out there! If you're wondering what you can do to help support your baby mama through the Postpartum period, this episode is for you! We talk chores, expectations, the mental load of motherhood and more! So buckle up and get ready to take some notesWant more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a specialty episode folks! Sarah sits down with Provisional Psychologist and Birth Trauma Specialist (and Survivor) Teela Tomassetti AKA @TheTeaOnBirthTrauma. They discuss signs and symptoms of "Birth Trauma", why nobody has heard of it, ways to manage it, heal from it, support someone going through it, and maybe.. most importantly.. how to PREVENT it in the future. Want more from Teela? Instagram: @TheTeaonBirthTrauma Website: www.theteaonbirthtrauma.com Want more from your Host Sarah?! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah is getting ready to celebrate her lil guy's 1st Birthday! We talk aesthetic birthday parties, pearls of wisdom from the first year, fears of timing slipping away and some epic 1st bday themes Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may know her from Instagram (and if you don't, you NEED to!) Nikki Bergen from The Belle Method is here this week to help us with common Pelvic Floor & Core Issues! Leaky Bladder? Diastasis? Prolapse? Just missing your abs? WE GO THERE this week! Nikki is an incredible resource and chock full of SO much info they just don't give you at your 6-week check-up (but should.) Book mark this ep!Want more from our Guest? Instagram: @TheBelleMethod Website (courses, ebooks etc) Thebellemethod.com Listen to the "We Go There" Podcast HERE Want more from Sarah? Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Ritual - Get 10% off at Ritual.com/BIGKID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did you know April is Cesarean Awareness Month? To pay tribute, Sarah is giving her ultimate C-Section Recovery guide! There can be a lot of layers to recovery (literally) so she'll give you all the tools and methods she used to help heal physically and mentally from her C-section. Let's go!Some Resources From the Ep: Sarah's Postpartum Amazon List Nemah's Restorative Scar Treatment (Use Code BIGKID for 15% off!) Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's considered normal when it comes to postpartum blues? Sarah sits down with fellow Podcaster, Cameron Rogers, to discuss her experience with PPD and Postpartum Mental Health. We talk about PPD signs & symptoms, tools to pull you out of the funk, and more!Want more from our guest? Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers Listen to the Freckled Foodie & Friends Podcast Find her Labor & Delivery Playlist HERE Find her Waking Shake Playlist HERE Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Woosaaa! Sarah shares three little mantas that help her get through the trenches of new motherhoodWant more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sleep deprivation is real folks! If you have a new baby at home and are struggling to catch some zzz's, GOOD NEWS! Laura Hunter and Jennifer Walker, the Founders of 'Moms On Call' are here to help us out! They have helped thousands of parents navigate their child’s first four years with confidence, clarity, and better sleep, and today they are sharing some of that wisdom and practical guidance with our audience! They teach us some sleep fundamentals, how to build better sleep habits, navigate naps, conquer night feeds, answer many of YOUR listener-submitted questions, and more!Want more from Moms on Call? Head to MomsonCall.com for their FREE knowledge center, to book a consult, peep their product recommendations and more! Get the Moms on Call App HERE Check out the Moms on Call Podcast HERE Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID!More labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's inescapable! Life has changed DRASTICALLY and somewhere between cleaning bottles for the 10th time that day and stressing about poop colors, you look up and think "wait, who am I?! My life is virtually unrecognizable!" Welcome to your Postpartum Identity Crisis. Don't worry, Sarah is right there with you and takes you layer by layer through all the changes, why you feel so disoriented, and some helpful tips to help you feel like yourself again.Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsors!Ritual - Get 10% off at Ritual.com/BIGKIDMore labs - Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your body just went through something WILD. After delivering your baby, your body is trying to physically recover, dealing with blood loss, AND becoming a milk factory to support your baby outside of the womb. It's a lot. It's an underrated tool, but the right nutrition can help fuel your body through all of it! Registered Dietician, Nutritionist, and Co-Author of "The Plant-Based Baby and Toddler", Whitney English, is here to help us navigate postpartum nutrition in a REALISTIC way. We talk about easy snacks, perfecting a Postmates order, eating for breastfeeding, and how to navigate those extra baby weight pounds in a healthy way. Want more from our guest? Whitney English Instagram: @Whitneyerd & @plantbasedjuniors Check her out on Youtube OR her website: https://www.whitneyerd.com/ Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you’ve been shocked by the postpartum period, raise your hand! CEO and CoFounder of Anya joins the podcast to talk about how our society views Postpartum and why she created a company to help support moms during this delicate time. We talk about how other cultures handle the postpartum period, some hacks for the first few months to help you through PP discomfort, and more!Learn more about Anya: www.ThisisAnya.com (Enjoy 15% off with code BIGKID15) Instagram: @thisis.anya Stay connected with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BF'ing doesnt work out for everyone. Sarah shares her experience trying and failing miserably at Breastfeeding, battling feelings of guilt and "mom shame" and then shares some tips & tricks for how to wean because that sh*t can hurt!Stay connected with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Thank you to our Episode Sponsor! More Labs: Mama deserves a cocktail (or 5!) Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breastfeeding is a full-time job, and for many, it can be a BIG challenge! Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Mom of 4, Karrie Locher, is on the podcast today and she's here to help us out! Karrie has made a name for herself on social media and has been featured on Good Morning America, Huffington Post (and more) sharing tons of tips and tricks for breastfeeding. In this episode, she helps us troubleshoot some common issues, increase supply, and offers tons of tips & tricks to help you conquer BF'ing because SURPRISE - you ARE the bottle serviceWant more from our guest? Karrie Locher Instagram Website: https://www.karingforpostpartum.com/ Course: Breastfeeding Like a Pro Also, connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More Labs: Mama deserves a cocktail (or 5!) Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first week home with a new baby is WILD. Sarah shares details on her hospital stay, bringing home baby, navigating sleep...and a new body, dealing with visitors, and some general survival hacks!Some helpful links mentioned in the episode:Baby Tracker ApTaking Cara Babies: Will I ever sleep again? CourseWant more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Nemah - Luxurious skincare for moms BY moms. Get 15% off with code BIGKID! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

6 weeks after giving birth, Sarah sits down to tell her birth story for the very first time. *Warning* This episode discusses a c-section and tough birth experience that could be triggering for some. Want more? Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back baby!! After giving birth and living in the trenches of new motherhood, Sarah is BACK and ready to deep dive into all things Postpartum! Connect with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!More Labs: Mama deserves a cocktail (or 5!) Help your body bounce back after a night of drinking with Morning Recovery! Get 20% off with Code BIGKID at morelabs.com/Bigkid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HAPPY DUE DATE!! You Made it!!!! We are coming to the end of this little pregnancy journey and how fitting is it that we end on Mother's Day week?! In this pre-recorded episode, Sarah shares some ways to jumpstart labor, talks you off the ledge, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on track. Because that baby will be here before you know it!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LET'S DO THIS! We are FULL TERM this week and baby is officially cooked! Sarah is giving birth this week and shares her last-minute mantras to get us all in the right headspace for D-Day. She also tells you what to expect when it comes to recovery, common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Surprise! Just when you thought you couldn't get any more uncomfortable in this pregnancy... you just got more uncomfortable! We're in week 38 and our stomachs (much like our patience) is spread THIN! Sarah talks about customizing your birth plan, and how she is preparing to give birth NEXT WEEK. She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, signs to look out for, baby's development, & some tips for the week.I mentioned the portable Diaper Caddy this week! Here is the one I found on AmazonStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're getting SUPER close to the big day and if you're starting to panic, you're not alone! We're talking about what to expect in the last few weeks of pregnancy (anal swabs, stretch marks, and hemorrhoids OH MY!) Sarah also finds out she's having her baby sooner than later, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, a TON of tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackHere are a TON of resources from this episode! Tinyhood Taking Cara Babies Moms on Call Skinny Confidential Episode #450 (All about birth from a midwife!) Ziva Meditation- Here is a FREE "Stress Less" Guided Meditation (I had the founder on the BKP Episode HERE) Expectful (Guided Meditations for Motherhood) Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm sorry, are we back in the first trimester? Sarah learns about the return of severe nausea at the end of pregnancy, discusses everything you need in your hospital bag, and tries every crazy method under the sun to flip her breech baby (and I do mean CRAZY). She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track.Resources from this Episode: We have a discount code for Bobbie Formula JUST for our listeners! Use code BIGKIDPROBLEMS15 for 15% off your first purchase!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a specialty episode with Betches Moms!! If you are unfamiliar with the hilarious @Betches Platform, they recently expanded into @BetchesMoms, a hilarious Instagram dedicated to motherhood WITH an accompanying podcast. Co-Host of the pod and Mom of two, Brittany Levine is here this week to answer all of our unfiltered questions about pregnancy, prepping for birth, and those first few weeks after baby gets here. Brittany has been there before (twice!) and is here to help us make it through. WE GOT THISCheck out Betches Moms! Instagram: @BetchesMoms Website HERE Pssst here's my episode on the Betches Mom's Podcast! Stay in touch with Sarah too! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pregnancy is hard enough, but what happens when you sprinkle some complications on top of it all? Sarah finds out she's breech this week and learns that labor might get complicated. She shares some ways to flip your baby, combatting Braxton Hicks, and how to wrap your brain around a delivery that might look different from what you planned for. She also talks common Week 34 symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackSome Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode: Moves to help "flip" the baby: SpinningBabies.com Medication used to manage preterm labor - Nifedipine Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Baby Shower time folks! We're getting towards the tail end of this pregnancy and it's time to CELEBRATE! Sarah shares how to make a baby shower not suck AND gets into the history of why we shower mamas to be. We also chat some weird symptoms you may be facing at week 33 (feeling hot anyone?!), what's going on with baby at this stage, AND some tips and to-do's to keep us all on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is that your water breaking or did you just pee yourself (again?) At this stage of pregnancy, it's important to learn the signs of pre-term labor in case that baby wants to make an early appearance! Sarah chats symptoms to look out for and some tell-tale signs birth is near, PLUS baby's development, tips for the week, and a to-do list to help keep us all on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just when things were looking up, our energy is starting to plummet! Sarah shares her week 31 experience and takes some listener questions about registry items, birth plans, drugs, 3rd-trimester cravings, prepping your pet for baby and more. She'll also cover common symptoms for this stage of pregnancy, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Looking for registry inspo? As promised, here's Sarah's! Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Surprise! It's a specialty episode with the hilarious ladies of Momtourage! Ashley Hearon-Smith & Keri Setaro sit down for some VIP Bottle Service this week and get super candid about their pregnancies, birth and all of the fun surprises that come when you're handed that baby! Sarah asks the burning questions you'd really want to know from two moms who have been there - from leaky boobs to keeping your identity into motherhood. Want more from our guests? Momtourage PodcastMomtourage InstagramAshley Hearon-Smith Instagram Keri Setaro Instagram Some products mentioned in this episode:Ina May's Guide to BreastfeedingHaakaa Breast Pump Keekaroo Peanut ChangerPack n PlayKibou Diaper Fanny PackEsembly Diapers (Use code Momtourage20 for 20% off!)Stay in touch with Sarah too! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall Get some laughs on @bigkidproblems! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Check out the Big Kid Problems Podcast HERE Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The countdown has begun - only 10 weeks left to go! Now is the time to book those maternity shoots! Sarah changes out of sweatpants and hits the "peak belly cuteness" phase before things start to get scary. She shares her week 30 experience, some sun-care tips (PSST. You are much more likely to experience sunburns in pregnancy!) and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackThe Blanqi Maternity Leggings I recommended are here. Discount code is "BIGKID20" !Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coming to you LIVE from her babymoon, Sarah talks week 29 of pregnancy including the importance of taking it easy, why your partner may have a low libido right now, “lightening crotch" and lots of other fun 3rd trimester things. She’ll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on track!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've made it to the THIRD trimester folks!! We're almost there! Get ready to celebrate with some shots (not the fun kind) at your Week 28 appointment this week. Sarah is here to get you prepped, share her week 28 experience, and fill you in on everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the LAST week of the 2nd Trimester! Sarah tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackWe talked about workouts with BANDE in this week's episode! Get your free 7-day FREE trial HERE!Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Anyone else feel like they're cramming for finals? After a big move, Sarah feels like she's falling behind on the mommy prep. She shares some shortcuts, decides to Doula or not to Doula, and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackSome Resources from the Episode! Blinkist - A secret weapon for digesting parenting books FAST! I'm "reading" "Crib Sheet" "Hypno-Birthing" and "Happiest Baby" Poppy Seed - This is 24/7 Access to Doulas, Midwives & Nurses to help you through pregnancy and postpartum Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Everyone's least favorite prenatal appointment...Glucose Testing Time! What even is a Glucose Test? Do we need to take it? And why does everyone seem to hate it so much? Sarah gives us a crash course on what to expect AND shares her own experience to help take some of the uncertainty away! She also tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've made it to 6 MONTHS of Pregnancy!!! DO you feel proud? Because you should! We've been preggers for HALF A YEAR and Sarah is here to pump us up and celebrate this milestone. She shares her week 24 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage including common symptoms, baby's development, pearls of wisdom she stole from therapy, and tips & tricks for the weekStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shoutout to all you baby daddies out there! Wondering what you can do to help support your partner through pregnancy? Sarah shares a list of ideas + tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a bonus episode with a special guest this week! Back in week 19, Sarah learned about Perinatal depression and since that episode, there has been an OUTPOURING from listeners who were curious to learn more. Sarah brings on Psychotherapist and owner of HLW Therapy this week, Hilary Weinstein, to give us more info on Prenatal and Postpartum Depression and answer a ton of questions. Hope it is helpful! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're feelin' 22 (weeks preggers)! Sarah shares her week 22 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackSome Things I mentioned that have helped! This Pregnancy Pillow heating pad Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can't agree on a name? This week Sarah talks the name wars, peeing yourself in public, belly oils, babymoons and more in this week 21 episode. She also shares everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep us all on trackThe Belly/Body Oils I mentioned in this episode: Bio-Oil Golden Belly Oil The Kitchen Garden Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've reached the halfway point! Sarah does her week 20 ultrasound appointment and shares some tips and what to expect. As always, she'll also tell you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, and tips for the week.Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oh, the highs and lows of pregnancy. Sarah shares her week 19 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackSome Things I mentioned that have helped! This Pregnancy Pillow bath thermometer heating pad Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pregnancy is a bit of a rollercoaster and this week Sarah is on a downward spiral. She shares her week 18 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackSome Things I mentioned: This Pregnancy Pillow heating pad Stay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WTF is happening to my body? Who is authorizing these changes?! Sarah chats about expanding bellies, gaining weight, unrealistic Instagram Ads, and attempting to work out. She also tells you everything you need to know at week 17 of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah finds out her baby's gender, talks social media pregnancy announcements AND wonders if she should break up with her OBGYN. She also tells you everything you need to know at week 16 of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when you test positive for Covid-19 while pregnant? Sarah, unfortunately, found out this week. She shares her scary week 15 experience but also shares everything you need to know at week 15 of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WE MADE IT TO THE 2NDTRIMESTER BABY!!! Sarah shares her week 14 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're almost through the dreaded 1st trimester!! Is that a light at the end of the tunnel? Sarah shares her week 13 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the day we've been mentally preparing for... Sarah takes her NIPT test, with a little help from a Hypnotist! She also shares her week 12 experience and tells you everything you need to know at this stage of pregnancy including common symptoms, baby's development, tips for the week & a to-do list to help keep you on trackStay in touch with Sarah! Personal Instagram: @SarahMerrill_Hall The Big Kid Problems humor account @bigkidproblems! Need another great podcast? Check out The Big Kid Problems Podcast! Find more at www.BigKidProblems.com Big thank you to our episode sponsor!Perelel - If you’re thinking about pregnancy or are already on the journey, check out The first & only OB/GYN-founded vitamin at Perelelhealth.com. Use code BIGKID20 for 20% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.