Gender Disappointment In Pregnancy: You’re NOT a Bad Mom

Answering The Internet's Most Unhinged Dad Questions

Pregnancy has a way of turning even the calmest husbands into nervous little raccoons. In this episode, we're answering some of the funniest, most unhinged questions we've ever received from dads and soon-to-be dads. From kidney stones vs. labor, to whether sex actually induces labor, to what the 5-1-1 rule really means, we're breaking down the myths, sharing real experiences, and having a lot of laughs along the way. Whether you're expecting your first baby or your fifth, this episode is proof that nobody really knows what they're doing—and that's okay. Grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join us for another honest conversation about pregnancy, parenthood, and everything in between. 🎙️ The Waddling Truth Two moms. Nine kids. Zero filters.

Is This Labor, My Water Breaking, or Did I Just Pee Myself? | Third Trimester Truths

Everyone says the third trimester is just waiting for baby... What they don't tell you is you're also playing a daily game of: 🤔 Is this labor? 🤔 Is my water leaking? 🤔 Why did my baby suddenly change their routine? 🤔 Was that a contraction or just another false alarm? In this episode, we're talking about the real side of late pregnancy—from lightning crotch and kick counts to nesting, exhaustion, and the constant questioning of whether today is finally the day. If you've ever found yourself Googling symptoms at 2 AM or debating a trip to Labor & Delivery, this one's for you. 🎙️ The Waddling Truth

Third Trimester: The Things Nobody Warns You About

Everyone says the third trimester is just waiting for baby... What they don't tell you is you're also playing a daily game of: 🤔 Is this labor? 🤔 Is my water leaking? 🤔 Why did my baby suddenly change their routine? 🤔 Was that a contraction or just another false alarm? In this episode, we're talking about the real side of late pregnancy—from lightning crotch and kick counts to nesting, exhaustion, and the constant questioning of whether today is finally the day. If you've ever found yourself Googling symptoms at 2 AM or debating a trip to Labor & Delivery, this one's for you. 🎙️ The Waddling Truth

Postpartum Isn’t Over in 6 Weeks: The Raw Truth No One Tells Moms

Everyone warns you about labor—but not about the long, messy months that come after. In this episode of The Waddling Truth, Alicia (ultrasound tech and mom) and Kristian (mom of 5 girls under 7) pull back the curtain on what postpartum really feels like when the six-week check-up is over and you’re still bleeding, crying, and trying to recognize yourself again. We talk about: * Why the “six-week recovery” myth hurts moms more than it helps * Intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and the scary stuff you’re afraid to say out loud * The pressure to act “okay” at your doctor visit when you’re not * How your identity shifts with every baby (and why feeling lost is normal) * Why reaching out for help doesn’t make you a bad mom—it makes you a supported one If you’re a pregnant woman, a new mom in the thick of the fourth trimester, or a partner who wants to show up better, this episode gives you permission to drop the perfection and tell the truth. You are not broken. You are not alone. Listen in, share this with a mama who needs it, and follow The Waddling Truth for more unfiltered pregnancy and motherhood conversations straight from Central Texas.

Postpartum Isn’t Over in 6 Weeks: The Raw Truth No One Tells Moms(Video)

Everyone warns you about labor—but not about the long, messy months that come after. In this episode of The Waddling Truth, Alicia (ultrasound tech and mom) and Kristian (mom of 5 girls under 7) pull back the curtain on what postpartum really feels like when the six-week check-up is over and you’re still bleeding, crying, and trying to recognize yourself again. We talk about: * Why the “six-week recovery” myth hurts moms more than it helps * Intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and the scary stuff you’re afraid to say out loud * The pressure to act “okay” at your doctor visit when you’re not * How your identity shifts with every baby (and why feeling lost is normal) * Why reaching out for help doesn’t make you a bad mom—it makes you a supported one If you’re a pregnant woman, a new mom in the thick of the fourth trimester, or a partner who wants to show up better, this episode gives you permission to drop the perfection and tell the truth. You are not broken. You are not alone. Listen in, share this with a mama who needs it, and follow The Waddling Truth for more unfiltered pregnancy and motherhood conversations straight from Central Texas.