Don't Screw It Up
Don't Screw It Up
Don't Screw It Up
A guide to pregnancy and parenthood by people figuring it out as they go.
014: Let’s Do This Again!
We’re back! It turns out having a kid takes up a lot of your time so we’re about 4 years late in recording a new show.  In this episode we confirm we did, in fact have a kid. And we enjoyed it so much, we’re having another one! Also, we contemplate the name “Tree Stump” for our upcoming child.
Feb 22, 2021
3 min
013: This Is Getting Real
Better late than never! We talk about our preparations, both practical and personal, for the arrival of our kid. note: At the time of recording this episode our kid had already been born, we promise that the next episode will properly address the highly relevant event. Picks Lucie’s List King Baby by Kate Beaton
Apr 1, 2017
30 min
012: Seeking Professional Help
We’re getting close now! With less than a week left before the due date we talk about doulas, baby ownership classes, and birth plans. Also we talk a lot about vampire babies. Picks Ali Wong’s Baby Cobra special on Netflix Nest Cam
Mar 1, 2017
34 min
011: Taking a Practice Lap
Hey! We’re back! After a long hiatus we talk about how we spent our winter break. It turns out a lot of our friends have kids and we hung out with them. Also, LEGO. Picks pre-natal massage – Alison Luke: ask around for recommendations Benjamin Moore Natura paint
Jan 24, 2017
43 min
010: Tell Us What To Do (Part 2: Hays Edition)
In part 2 of our series where we talk to people who had to deal with us as babies we sit down with Eileen’s parents to get some stories and much needed advice. Also we confirm that Eileen was a much more well behaved child than Dave was. Picks Crane Ultrasonic Coolmist Humidifier (elephant style!)  getting together with family
Dec 12, 2016
29 min
009: Tell Us What To Do (Part 1: Schwantes Edition)
Seeking the wisdom of elders we talk with Dave’s parents about their experience as parents, plans as grandparents, and general advice around future child ownership. We also hear a few stories about Dave being a nightmare. Also we explain the origin of Lamaze (it’s Spanish for “the corn” and it’s designed for people who are about to pop). Picks A body pillow Britax B-Agile stroller  
Nov 28, 2016
30 min
008: Half Baked
Whoa-oh we’re half way there. After week 20 we talk about recent ultrasound test and how everything is coming along with this whole baby thing. Also we discuss the possibility that our unborn child is a Russian spy. Picks Pre-natal yoga at the Green Yogi in Berkeley Babywearing International (Bay Area chapter)
Oct 25, 2016
28 min
007: In Utero
After our unborn child’s first concert we talk about all the things your future rockstar hears while developing. Also we talk about farts a bunch and discuss how to avoid having your kid become the bass player. Picks Rockabye Baby (rock songs as lullabies) A Child Is Born by Lennart Nilsson
Oct 10, 2016
30 min
006: Staying Fit While Nothing Fits
Lookin’ swole, brah! In this episode we talk about working out for two. We discuss which activities we like and which to avoid. Plus we talk about Michelle Obama’s arms. A lot. Picks Cubetto (programming robot for 3+) Nike+ Training Club app
Sep 22, 2016
31 min
005: Baby On Board
In this episode we hit the road, er… sky. Kinda. We talk about traveling while pregnant. As promised, here is what the Aedes mosquito (the ones that can carry Zika) looks like. Also I get mad at jeggings for existing. Picks Amazon Family Lovely Sprouts Milestone Blocks
Sep 13, 2016
31 min