Episode 4: Pregnancy - Part 2

Episode 6: Feeding your Baby - Part 2

On this Episode: PART 2 ... We will take another, close look at a very important topic: Feeding your Baby! You the listeners, and us, had so much to say that we split the discussion into two parts. In this episode we discuss pumping, alternatives to breastfeeding like Breast milk donations and Formula, as well as Allie's and your experiences, pressure points and more. * Lactation Resources * US Resources: * La Leche League USA: www.llli.org/ * Office on Women’s Health Breastfeeding Helpline: 1-800-994-9662 * International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA): www.ilca.org  * UK Resources: * National Breastfeeding Helpline: 0300 100 0212 (www.nationalbreastfeedinghelpline.org.uk)  * La Leche League GB: www.laleche.org.uk  * NHS Start4Life Breastfeeding Support: www.nhs.uk/start4life/baby/breastfeeding  * Association of Breastfeeding Mothers (ABM): www.abm.me.uk [http://www.abm.me.uk] * Finland Resources: * * Neuvola (guidance center) * Finnish Association for Breastfeeding Support: https://imetys.fi/ [https://imetys.fi/] Where to find us: * Instagram: @thetinystepspod * Facebook: The Tiny Steps Podcast * Bluesky: @thetinystepspod.bsky.social * Email: thetinystepspodcast@gmail.com   The Tiny Steps Podcast is hosted and produced by Allie Tidwell and Melanie Aarnio. Music: Original Song 'Spanish Summer' by Jason Shaw, remixed for TTS Podcast by Melanie Aarnio https://audionautix.com/

Episode 5: Feeding your Baby - Part 1

On this Episode: PART 1 ... This time we will take a closer look at a very importanttopic: Feeding your Baby! You the listeners, and us, had so much to say that we split the discussion into two parts. First we will get into the ups and downs of breastfeeding. Experiences, pressure points, its all here. Next time we move on to pumping, bottle feeding and more. So stay tuned! Thank you to Hada, Kayleigh, Melina, Janina and Ev for providing insights to their own personal journeys! Where to find us: * Instagram: @thetinystepspod * Facebook: The Tiny Steps Podcast * Bluesky: @thetinystepspod.bsky.social * Email: thetinystepspodcast@gmail.com   The Tiny Steps Podcast is hosted and produced by Allie Tidwell and Melanie Aarnio. Music: Original Song 'Spanish Summer' by Jason Shaw, remixed for TTS Podcast by Melanie Aarnio https://audionautix.com/

Episode 4: Pregnancy - Part 2

On this Episode: PART 2 ... Congratulations! Allie and Mel are expecting ... aPodcast baby! We will continue to have a closer look at how a baby develops during pregnancy, week by week and what you can expect when you are expecting. What last tests should be taken? What is birth like? Find out, as we dive backin and once again also share our own experiences and thoughts.   Where to find us: * Instagram: @thetinystepspod * Facebook: The Tiny Steps Podcast * Bluesky: @thetinystepspod.bsky.social * Email: thetinystepspodcast@gmail.com   The Tiny Steps Podcast is hosted and produced by Allie Tidwell and Melanie Aarnio. Music: Original Song 'Spanish Summer' by Jason Shaw, remixed for TTS Podcast by Melanie Aarnio https://audionautix.com/

Episode 3: Pregnancy - Part 1

On this Episode: Congratulations! Allie and Mel are expecting ... a Podcast baby! This time we will have a closer look at what to expect when you are expecting. What changes in your day to day life during pregnancy should you look out for? Are there any special scans and tests to be taken? There is also a deep dive into the week by week development of your baby waiting for you! As you can see, there is a lot to talk about and therefore this special topic will come in two parts. This is Part one of our Podcast baby's journey! Check out the Women Who Podcast Magazine: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenwhopodcastmagazine/ [https://www.instagram.com/womenwhopodcastmagazine/] Website: https://www.womenwhopodcastmag.com/ [https://www.womenwhopodcastmag.com/] Book:  'A Child Is Born' / 'Ein Kind entsteht'  by Lennart Nilsson    Where to find us: * Instagram: @thetinystepspod * Facebook: The Tiny Steps Podcast * Bluesky: @thetinystepspod.bsky.social * Email: thetinystepspodcast@gmail.com   The Tiny Steps Podcast is hosted and produced by Allie Tidwell and Melanie Aarnio. Music: Original Song 'Spanish Summer' by Jason Shaw, remixed for TTS Podcast by Melanie Aarnio https://audionautix.com/

Episode 2: The First Steps

On this Episode: Today Allie and Mel discuss the very first (tiny) steps of deciding and actively trying to become a parent. How long does it take? What can you do to improve your chances? What possible struggles may you encounter and what help can you get to succeed? That and more in this month episode! Please feel free to reach out to us, if you're in need of support, have questions or comments! Also share your experiences with us anytime or make suggestions for future episode topics! Where to find us: * Instagram: @thetinystepspod * Facebook: The Tiny Steps Podcast * Bluesky: @thetinystepspod.bsky.social * Email: thetinystepspodcast@gmail.com   The Tiny Steps Podcast is hosted and produced by Allie Tidwell and Melanie Aarnio. Music: Original Song 'Spanish Summer' by Jason Shaw, remixed for TTS Podcast by Melanie Aarnio https://audionautix.com/