Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey
Big Fat Positive is a smart and funny podcast about two best friends who found out they were pregnant at the same time. The show follows the moms-to-be on their journey through pregnancy and into new motherhood, week by week. With weekly check-ins, special guests and segments such as "OMG I’m Freaking Out," hosts Shanna Micko & Laura Birek recount the often hilarious and always honest highs and lows of being a pregnant woman and new mom..
Episodes
August 7, 2018 • 20 mins
Best friends Shanna and Laura got pregnant just a few weeks apart, and they are here to check in on their pregnancies, week by week and share everything they learn and experience along the way! This week, the Laura reports on getting her ultrasound upgraded by a few days, and Shanna discusses the results of her NIPT test. In the special segment "What I Googled This Week," they reveal the questions the asked the internet recently ab...
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August 8, 2018 • 20 mins
Shanna reports on her first trimester screening and shares the results of her nuchal translucency scan (NT scan), and Laura discusses how her geneticist mom encouraged her to do comprehensive genetic testing. In the special segment "OMG I'm Freaking Out," the moms-to-be also discuss what pregnancy related topics they felt anxious about recently, diving into the topics of telling friends and family about being pregnant, getting home...
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August 27, 2018 • 22 mins
Laura reveals the sex of her baby and shares the results of her noninvasive prenatal test (NIPT), and Shanna talks about morning sickness as well as celebrating her birthday while pregnant and how she feels about being a "geriatric" mom. In the special segment "Today I Learned," the moms-to-be discuss fun and unusual pregnancy facts they learned recently, diving into the topics of fetal body hair, Disneyland and more. Finally, they...
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August 28, 2018 • 27 mins
Shanna reports on visiting her OBGYN and feeling anxious about her second trimester screening, and Laura talks about dealing with a tragedy while pregnant. In the special segment "Internet Insanity," things get wacky as Shanna and Laura discuss what’s going down in the online baby forums - hormones and husbands and dogs, oh my! Finally, the moms-to-be divulge their highs and lows (BFPs and BFNs) this week. Laura is 11 weeks pregnan...
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September 3, 2018 • 31 mins
Laura reports on going to her nuchal translucency (NT) scan and seeing fetal movement during the ultrasound, and Shanna discusses how her pregnant belly “popped” so much earlier than it did in her first pregnancy. In the special segment, “OMG I’m Freaking Out!” the moms-to-be discuss what pregnancy related issues they have been worrying about recently, including revealing pregnancy to employers and whether it's possible to love you...
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September 5, 2018 • 33 mins
Shanna reports on how pregnancy has affected her appetite, and Laura discusses being at the tail-end of the first trimester. Also, in the special segment "Internet Insanity," things get wacky as Shanna and Laura discuss what’s going down in the online baby forums, including fake pregnancy tests, old wives' tales and and more! Finally, the moms-to-be divulge their highs and lows (BFPs and BFNs) this week. Laura is 13 weeks pregnant,...
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September 10, 2018 • 30 mins
Laura reports on entering the second trimester and taking a babymoon to Hawaii, and Shanna describes feeling her baby move. Also, in the special segment "What I Googled This Week," embarrassment abounds as Shanna and Laura admit the pregnancy topics they asked the internet this week, including the topics of sore butts, peeing while sneezing and more. Finally, the moms-to-be also divulge their highs and lows (BFPs and BFNs) this wee...
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September 11, 2018 • 31 mins
Shanna and Laura discuss pregnancy cravings, headaches and placentas, and they make a discovery about one more thing their pregnancies have in common. Also, in the special segment "Today I Learned," the moms-to-be share fun and fascinating facts they have learned recently about their developing fetuses, diving into the topics of what babies can taste and what coats their skin while they are in utero. Finally, they share their highs...
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September 17, 2018 • 33 mins
Shanna reports on her 20 week anatomy scan and how her previous missed miscarriages affect her experience of this pregnancy, and Laura discusses getting parenting advice from friends, including info about the first poop after childbirth. Also, in the special segment "Big Topic," the moms-to-be dive deep into a discussion about how to decide if you want kids. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is 16 weeks p...
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September 18, 2018 • 43 mins
Shanna and Laura interview nurse midwife and fellow pregnant person Teresa Keirns! Teresa answers some of their burning questions about giving birth as they dive into the topics of delivering babies, pregnancy nausea, c-sections, pooping during childbirth, baby gender vs. sex and more! Also Laura and Shanna both report on how to handle being sick during pregnancy, and Shanna talks about how her pregnancy is really starting to show....
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September 24, 2018 • 30 mins
Laura reports on her pregnancy nausea becoming associated with one of her favorite pastimes, and Shanna talks about telling her 2.5-year-old daughter that she is going to be a big sister. Also, in the new special segment "Stump the Preggo," Shanna and Laura quiz each other on fascinating pregnancy-related trivia, including the topics of blood volume during pregnancy, which country reports the highest rate of twins and more! Finally...
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September 25, 2018 • 31 mins
In this week’s special segment “Big Topic,” Laura discusses her journey of trying to conceive, including the details of her methodical approach to getting pregnant and the product she believes helped her get pregnant quickly. Also, Shanna discusses announcing her pregnancy on social media, and Laura talks about getting her home ready for her new baby by nesting. The moms-to-be also reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is ...
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October 1, 2018 • 34 mins
In the special segment “What I Googled This Week,” Laura and Shanna divulge the embarrassing pregnancy issues they asked the internet about, including questions about indigestion during pregnancy and whether babies cry in the womb. Also Shanna talks about adjusting to her new body and pregnant belly, and Laura reports on her 20-week anatomy scan. The moms-to-be also reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is 20 weeks pregnan...
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October 8, 2018 • 35 mins
Shanna and Laura learn about vaccines during pregnancy during their interview with pharmacist, immunization specialist and fellow pregnant person Keri Hurley-Kim! Also, Laura discusses her unexpected reaction when people tell her “congrats” about her pregnancy, and Shanna reports on feeling and seeing her baby's fetal kicks and punches. The moms-to-be also reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is 21 weeks pregnant, and S...
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October 15, 2018 • 41 mins
Laura reports on her interview with a doula and how it didn't go as expected, and Shanna talks about the physical challenges of being pregnant, including insomnia and body aches. Also, in the new special segment “They Said What?!” Laura and Shanna share the shocking or ridiculous things people have said to them about pregnancy, including some choice words about breastfeeding, placentas and more! The moms-to-be also reveal their BFP...
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October 22, 2018 • 35 mins
In the special segment “OMG I’m Freaking Out,” Laura and Shanna discuss what is sending them into a tizzy this week in their pregnancies, diving into the topics of hormone-induced anger, pregnancy brain and more. Also, Laura reports on finally feeling her baby’s movements and having an unexpected reaction to them, and Shanna reports on doing a three-hour gestational diabetes test after having failed her glucose screening. The moms-...
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October 29, 2018 • 41 mins
Shanna talks about her upcoming baby sprinkle, and Laura reports on clearing out her non-maternity clothes. Also, in the special segment “Internet Insanity,” they discuss the wild and wacky things going down online in the world of pregnancy, including unusual beliefs about the effect of too much tickling during pregnancy, decorating pregnant bellies, gender reveals gone wrong, and Halloween costumes for pregnant people. The moms-to...
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November 5, 2018 • 40 mins
In the special segment “What I Googled This Week,” Shanna and Laura admit the pregnancy topics they recently asked the Internet about, including a question about the effects of caffeine consumption during pregnancy, and preparing for an emergency. Also, the Shanna reports on feeling emotional and overwhelmed during the third trimester, and Laura discusses the results of her pregnancy glucose test. Finally, they reveal their BFPs an...
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November 12, 2018 • 38 mins
In the new segment, “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Laura and Shanna answer a listener question about how to handle your baby's bodily functions and share a listener story about a shocking thing that a stranger recently did to her baby. Also, Shanna discusses getting her house and nursery ready for her new baby, and Laura checks in on making pregnancy friends. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Laura is 26 weeks pregnant,...
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November 19, 2018 • 33 mins
Laura reports on checking in with her OBGYN about her pubic symphysis pain, and Shanna talks about her third trimester pregnancy anxiety and shares a an unsettling prediction that her 2.5-year-old made about her pregnancy. Also, in honor of Thanksgiving, Shanna and Laura give up the pregnancy grousing and share things they are thankful for in a Gratitude Slam! Finally, they dive into the topics of lightning crotch and pilates when ...
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