Back to Work + Pumping: Real Strategies for Working Moms

In this episode, Hillary and Erica dive into the realities of returning to work while navigating pumping and maintaining your milk supply. They cover everything from choosing the right pump setup, to flange sizing, to safely storing milk during the workday. Hillary shares actionable tips she gives her one-on-one clients, including how to s...

Why You Still Feel Off After Baby: Hormones, GLP-1s, and What Actually Helps

In this powerful conversation, Hillary and Erica talk with Brooke Vaughn, WHNP, all about why postpartum often feels so hard—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Brooke is the founder of The Women’s Health Company, a boutique hormone clinic that offers...

Episode 15: What No One Tells You About Postpartum Health (Even 3 Years Later)

In this episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary opens up about her three-year postpartum health journey. From managing hormonal imbalances to adjusting lifestyle choices, she dives deep into what she's learned about taking care of herself after baby number four.

Join Hillary and Erica as they discuss:

 
• The challenges of postpartum recovery th...

Episode 13: Can You Keep Your Milk Supply If Your Baby Sleeps Through the Night?

In this episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica dive deep into the science of nocturnal milk supply and what really happens when your baby starts sleeping longer stretches at night.

Join Hillary and Erica as they discuss:

 
• How prolactin and oxytocin work together to make and move breast milk

 
• Why milk supply can dip when your bab...

Episode 13: The Mental Load of the Default Parent (Even in a Great Partnership)

In this episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica dive into the complex and often overwhelming role of being the “default parent.” Even in supportive, balanced partnerships, moms often carry the emotional and mental weight of parenting—and it adds up fast.

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• What it means to be the default paren...

Erica’s Fertility Journey—Loss, Hope, and the Road to Motherhood

In this episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica have a heartfelt conversation about Erica’s deeply personal fertility journey. From navigating recurrent pregnancy loss to seeking professional support, Erica shares what the last year has really been like as she and her husband try to conceive.

Join Hillary and Erica as they discuss:

 
• The emotional...

Episode 11: Lactation Snacks, Newborn Kisses & Being the Default Parent — Listener Q&A

In this off-the-cuff, unfiltered episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica go rogue with listener-submitted questions—and nothing is off-limits. From makeup-free podcasting and getting called out by a kid about Venmo, to venting about being the default parent, this episode is full of real talk and hilarious moments.

Join Hillary and...

Episode 10: Motherhood Then vs. Now — A Candid Conversation with Our Mom (A Mother’s Day Special)

In this special Mother’s Day episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica sit down with their mom—a family nurse practitioner with decades of labor and delivery experience—to reflect on how early motherhood has evolved across generations.

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• What pregnancy looked like in the 1980s ...

Breastfeeding Basics — What Every New Mom Needs to Know

In this episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary (RN, IBCLC, and mom of four) breaks down the foundations of breastfeeding in those critical early weeks. From how milk supply actually works to what a functional latch looks like, this is your no-fluff, evidence-based guide to feeding your baby with confidence.

Join Hillary as she explains:

 
• How milk production really...

Episode 11: Mom Bod Real Talk — Body Image After Baby

In today’s episode of The Early-Momming Podcast, we’re diving into the truth about postpartum body image—no filters, no sugar-coating. For type-A moms who love a plan, who hustle hard, and who want the facts, this episode is for you. Hillary and Erica talk about the pressure to “bounce back” after having a baby, and why that’s not only unrealistic but also not the goal. We’re sh...

In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary sits down with Dr. Joel Gator—a board-certified pediatrician and integrative medicine expert—for a powerful, no-agenda conversation about vaccines, informed consent, and trusting your gut as a mom.

They unpack the real reasons so many parents feel uneasy during pediatric visits and how to shift from pressure-filled moments to confident, informed decisions. Dr. Gator shar...

The first days after giving birth can feel like a blur—equal parts magical, messy, and downright intense. In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary (RN, IBCLC, mom of four) and Erica walk through everything new moms wish they’d known about what happens after the baby is born.

From physical symptoms like cramps and night sweats to emotional rollercoasters and baby’s first latch, Hillary brings both clinical insight and...

Social media can be a lifeline for new moms—but it can also totally wreck your confidence. In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica get real about the pressure to do everything "right" in early motherhood, and how online trends often create more confusion than clarity.

From viral sleep training advice to unrealistic postpartum body images, we're breaking down how social media impacts mental health, feeding ch...

Sex After Baby: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and What No One Talks About

In this special pre-Valentine’s Day episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica talk about something that’s rarely discussed but deeply felt: sex after having a baby. From physical pain to emotional barriers to navigating intimacy in a sleep-deprived haze, this episode is here to validate your experience—no matter where you are in the healing process...

Feeding Aversions in Babies: How to Spot Them—and What to Do About It

In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica talk about something most moms don’t hear about until they’re deep in the struggle: feeding aversions. Whether it’s bottle refusal, nursing stress, or a baby who gets upset at the sight of a bottle, this conversation is here to help you feel less alone—and more empowered.

Hillary, a labor and deliver...

 A Fresh Start: Mom Life Hacks & Realistic Goals for the New Year

Welcome to a brand-new season of the Early-Momming Podcast! Hillary and Erica are kicking off 2025 with a real-talk conversation about New Year goals, simple routines, and life hacks to make mom life feel a little more manageable (and a lot less chaotic).

From post-holiday reflections to practical tips, this episode is packed with encouragement for moms navigating th...

As we close out the year and season one of the Early Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica reflect on a whirlwind 2024 filled with growth, learning, and connection. In this holiday-themed episode, they share their personal holiday plans, reflect on favorite moments from the season, and answer listener-submitted questions on everything from baby-led weaning to newborn sleep tips.

In This Episode:

Holiday Pl...

In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and her sister Erica dive into the challenges and joys of balancing work and motherhood. From the emotional rollercoaster of returning to work after baby to navigating the guilt, mental load, and finding support, they share personal stories and practical advice for new moms transitioning back to work.

They also hear from Erica's sister-in-law Natalie,...

In this episode of the Early Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica dive into the holiday season and the unique challenges it brings for new moms. They explore how to balance family expectations while navigating the joys and stresses of welcoming a new baby during this festive time of year.

Key Topics Discussed:

Personal anecdotes about preparing for the holiday season with young children.
Strategies for se...