Kissing Newborns, Default Parenting, and Other Hot Takes: Listener Q&A with Erica + Hillary

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 Erica as they discuss:

 
• Should you let family kiss your newborn?

 
• Are lactation snacks worth the hype?

 
• How do you calm a fussy baby at night (without losing your mind)?

 
• The mental load of being the default parent

 
• How seasoned moms juggle multiple kids in different life stages

 
• Erica’s hopes—and fears—about future motherhood

It’s part Q&A, part confessional, and 100% Early-Momming energy. Raw, real, and ridiculously relatable.

Got hot takes on the Boy Scout coupon debate or newborn kissing etiquette? DM us on Instagram @earlymommingpodcast and weigh in!

Links & Resources Mentioned:

 
• MotherLove Herbal Lactation Supplements – Use code BABYSETTLER15

 
• Mabel Mae’s Bakery – Nationwide shipping for delicious lactation snacks

 
• Early-Momming Podcast Instagram

 
• Baby Settler Instagram

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• The New Mom’s Survival Guide: Labor, Newborn & Postpartum Essentials

 
• The Complete Breastfeeding and Pumping Guide: From Birth to Work

 
• Guide to Dropping Nighttime Feeds

 
• The Early-Momming Cliff Notes: 0–12 Month Feeding and Sleep Schedules

 
• Formula Feeding Guide

 
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