What We Expected Vs. What Actually Happened (After Giving Birth)

This week, Aleen and Brittany are finally back together for this catchup episode to tell us how their prenatal expectations compare with reality after giving birth. They start with some of their recent challenges of parenting, like figuring out babies’ sleep schedules (and the physical toll it can take on the body). Plus, Aleen tells us how her mental health has been, moving Mila into her own bedroom, and how creating healthy (and guilt free) separations has helped. Then Brittany shares a breastfeeding update and her dramatic visit to the gyno. Finally, it’s time for a a new segment called “Plan vs. Reality,” looking back into the things they thought they’d do, including childcare options, their most-used nursery items, and thoughts on their post-pregnancy bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices