Growing Up: Baby

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Community building (or finding) is so important during this exciting yet challenging time. How connecting with like minded people benefits your mental, emotional and physical well-being. And, veteran parents share words of wisdom for new moms and dads.  Gillian Kuriyan, director of Mommy Connections, Midtown Toronto.Hayley, new mom, teacher & program facilitator.Special thanks to: Sara, Rosie, Daryl, Josh, Alana, Paul, Harmony, Catherine. 

Going through pregnancy and delivery is a lot. It's tough on your emotional, mental and physical well-being. Forget the number on the scale or fitting into your pre-baby jeans. This episode focuses on building strength and confidence, so you can feel good, wherever you're at. Jessica Sennet, certified personal trainer CPT and Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Specialist. Founder and CEO of Mighty Mom.

Are your stairs gated? Is your furniture anchored? Are sharp objects within reach? There’s so much to consider when babyproofing your home and surroundings. Prevention truly is at the heart of child safety; learn what steps you can take to ensure peace of mind. Lucy, mom of two, shares a traumatic story involving a buggy (stroller).Nancy Reynolds, owner, BabySecure & Advanced Certified Professional Childproofer.David Drutz, owner, Kiddie Proofers. 

Music truly is the universal language; connecting all ages, backgrounds and cultures. Making music with your little one is fun and engaging, but did you know it’s also educational? Learn how the components of sound act as early building blocks of language and communication. Making Music Together’s Risa Waldman shares her emotional adoption journey with music — and a baby girl — at its heart. *PROMO* Use promo code BABYPODCAST to receive $20.00 off a summer OR fall Making Music Together session! Click here for more information. Risa Waldman, director, Making Music Together Katie, 10 year old daughter of RisaNatalie, mom, 10 month old sonMusic © 1987-2022 Music Together LLC used by permission. All Rights Reserved.

These short sleep stories are for you, tired parent. A reminder that if you’re exhausted and don’t have bed or naptime figured out, you’re not alone. Three Moms and a Dad share their challenges — from restless sleepers and regressions — to trial and error successes. A sleep consultant explains what’s behind those 2 a.m. wake up calls. Liz, Mom of 18 month old Rich, Dad of 4 month old Bex, Mom of 16 month old Kelsey, Mom of two; 10.5 month old and 4 year old Bridget Jensen, sleep consultant, Better Bedtime. Bridget also appeared in episode 3, Sleep like a baby.

“Accidents happen quickly. Water can be fun, but we need to be safe in and around it.” From bathtubs and pools to natural bodies of water, this episode focuses on building water confidence, safely. Learn the basic safety precautions that save lives, and how to get your little one comfortable in water (you can help!) It’s never too early — or too late — to make a splash.Carolyn, mom of two, Parent & Tot: Love to Bubble swimming lessons. Davina Lopez, owner, Davina’s Swim House. Avi Kerbel, mom of three, used First Aid on her infant son. 

Ever wonder what it’s like to have twins? Or… what the odds are of having TWO sets? Mom of four Molly Malone is a self-made twin expert: from myth busting and learned experience, to words of advice and what not to say to a mom of multiples.  And — Dr. Ng sheds light on the statistics around multiples, and shares his own thoughts on being a twin Dad. Molly Malone, mom of two sets of twin boys.Dr. Eugene Ng, newborn and developmental paediatrics, Toronto.  Dr. Ng is featured in episode 11, Paediatrician 101: Need to Know.

The benefits of breastfeeding are well documented, but that doesn’t mean the experience is without challenge — an LC shares advice and reassurance. Unpack the ‘Breast is Best’ narrative and understand the impetus behind the ‘Fed is Best’ movement. Dr. Christie del Castillo-Hegyi, emergency physician and co-founder, Fed is Best.Mary Lynne Biener, IBCLC, Kindercare Pediatrics, and founding member, The Breastfeeding Collective. Kesha, mom of two. You can listen to Tracey’s story here. Her difficult breastfeeding journey led to a diagnosis of Postpartum Depression and a rock bottom moment involving her newborn son. 

Planning a trip but feeling anxious about air travel with your little one? That's understandable — but it’s totally manageable with preparation, patience, and a positive attitude. Tune in for tips and tricks on airline allowances, seating options, and on-board essentials.  Yashy Murphy, digital creator and travel writer; curator of parentingtogo.ca. Ben, new dad. Growing Up: Baby is listed by Feedspot as one of the 80 Best Mom podcasts.