Trauma Bonded Besties

Episode 15: Sleeping Tips for Newborns

Welcome back, besties! On today’s episode, we’re diving into newborn sleep tips—but of course, in our usual fashion, we start with some life updates before getting into it. Newborn sleep is a whole different world, and it can feel overwhelming in those early days. We’re here to remind you that it does get better. In this episode, we share tips, insights, and a little reassurance to help you navigate this phase and feel more confident about what’s ahead. Whether you’re in the thick of sleepless nights or just preparing for what’s to come, this one’s for you.

Episode 14: You’re Doing Better Than Social Media Tells You

Welcome Back Besties! You aren't the problem, social media is. We’ve all been there—scrolling through social media and suddenly feeling like everyone else has parenting figured out. In this episode, we’re talking about how social media can mess with your head as a new parent, from comparison to information overload. We share our own experiences, what helped us step back, and how to focus on what actually matters in this season of life.

Episode 13: Life as a Stay at Home Mom

Welcome back, besties! 💛 In this week’s episode, we’re diving into what life really looks like as a stay-at-home mom. We chat about the daily routines, the invisible labor, the guilt (hi, productivity pressure), the financial sacrifice, and the constant balancing act of being “on” 24/7. But we’re also celebrating the privilege, the tiny milestones, the midday cuddles, and the deep bond that comes from being home with your little ones. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, considering it, or just curious what it’s actually like behind the Instagram highlight reels, this episode will leave you feeling seen, validated, and a little less alone. 💕

Episode 12: Bottle Washing and Mental Health Update

Welcome back besties! On this weeks episode Char is giving us an update on her mental health journey and diving into nervous system dysregulation. Our main educational topic is bottle washing—so if you want to skip ahead, fast forward to around the 38-minute mark where we finally get into it! Bottle washing might sound simple, but with so many products out there (and a lot of misleading info), it can get confusing fast. We’re here to guide you down the right bottle-washing path and help you feel confident in what you’re using for your little one.

Episode 11: Sleep Training Methods

Welcome back! In today’s episode, we’re talking all about sleep training methods. There are so many misconceptions around sleep training, and we’re here to break them down—what sleep training actually is, what it isn’t, and the different approaches available. There’s no one-size-fits-all method when it comes to sleep training; every baby and every family is different, and that’s okay. Our goal is to walk you through the various methods so you can feel informed and empowered to choose what works best for you, your baby, and your family.