Mother Baby Daddy Podcast

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By: Host: Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast, where we explore the joys and challenges of parenting from the perspectives of both mothers and fathers. Join our host, Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, as she offers tips and advice on everything from pregnancy and childbirth to child development and family dynamics. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned pro, this podcast is sure to provide valuable insights and a dose of humor to help you navigate the journey of raising a child. Tune in every week for candid, honest, and relatable discussions on the ups and downs of parenting. *Artwork by: Logodesigndot

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Toddler Sing Along: Mardi Gras Indians (7 min version)
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Toddler Sing Along: Mardi Gras Indians (7 min version). Enjoy this song with your toddler!

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical ca...


Toddler Sing Along: Clap, Stomp, Jump!
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Toddler Sing Along: Clap, Stomp, Jump!

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that makes sense to mo...


Toddler Sing Along: Mardi Gras Indians
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Toddler Sing Along: Mardi Gras Indians. Enjoy this song with your toddler!

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using ev...


It Starts Small… Then Turns Deadly | How to Protect Yourself
04/18/2026

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It Starts Small… Then Turns Deadly | How to Protect Yourself.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that...


Stop! Don’t Do This When Your Baby Cries
04/12/2026

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Stop! Don’t Do This When Your Baby Cries.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that make...


Hidden Signs of Domestic Violence and How to Escape
03/08/2026

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Hidden Signs of Domestic Violence and How to Escape.     

 Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that makes...


Postpartum Psychosis Urgent Signs Everyone Should Know
02/15/2026

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Postpartum Psychosis  Urgent Signs Everyone Should Know.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that makes sense to...


Don’t Wait: Press the Call Bell Now
02/08/2026

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Don’t Wait: Press the Call Bell Now.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – This podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery. Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that makes sens...


Episiotomy: Why Was I Cut During DELIVERY?
02/02/2026

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Episiotomy: Why Was I Cut During DELIVERY?

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – this podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery.  Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to seek medical care, using everyday language that makes sense to...


Preventing Serious Infection During Pregnancy and After Delivery
02/01/2026

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Preventing Serious Infection During Pregnancy and After Delivery: What Every Pregnant and Postpartum Woman Needs to Know!

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – this podcast is a practical, evidence-based podcast for parents who want clear answers, not confusion, during pregnancy, birth, and after delivery.  Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, a Nurse Practitioner with a doctoral degree in nursing. This podcast breaks down what mothers and daddies might rarely hear during medical visits or hospital discharge instructions. We explain what is normal, what is not, and when it's time to...


Parents Stop Using This Formula Now
01/19/2026

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Parents Stop Using This Formula Now.

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Childhood Vaccine Update
01/13/2026

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Childhood Vaccine Update with Dr. Vincent Racaniello & Dr. Daniel Griffin of MicrobeTV.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon; they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is you...


Pregnancy Food List: Eat This, Not That
01/06/2026

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Pregnancy Food List:  Eat This, Not That.

  Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon; they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, laugh, a...


Swaddling Isn’t For Every Baby
11/18/2025

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Swaddling Isn’t For Every Baby.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, laugh, and feel...


10 Early Pregnancy Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
10/29/2025

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10 Early Pregnancy Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, laugh, a...


Baby Crying? Here’s What It Really Means!
#47
10/22/2025

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Baby Crying? Here’s What It Really Means!

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, l...


Worried About If Baby's Getting Enough to EAT? Watch These 7 Signs to Be Sure
#46
10/19/2025

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Worried About If Baby's Getting Enough to EAT? Watch These 7 Signs to Be Sure.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there...


Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease Is A Virus
#45
10/18/2025

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Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease Is A Virus.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, laugh...


When Is It Safe After Birth? The Truth About Postpartum Bleeding
09/09/2025

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When Is It Safe After Birth? The Truth About Postpartum Bleeding.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your s...


What Dads Really Feel: The Untold Side
09/09/2025

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What Dads Really Feel: The Untold Side.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast – where honest conversations meet trusted guidance on pregnancy and parenting. We know parents want more than medical jargon, they want truthful answers to the questions that keep them up at night. Each week, we unpack what’s happening during pregnancy, share tips for preparing for birth, and talk about the real challenges and joys of raising a newborn. From expert advice to information from parents who’ve been there, this is your space to learn, laugh...


These Parenting Hacks Will Change Your Life!
#42
08/12/2025

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These Parenting Hacks Will Change Your Life!

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common than PhDs.


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Birth Control Myths
08/01/2025

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Birth Control Myths

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common than PhDs.

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Daddy’s Guide: Surviving the Delivery Room Like a Pro
#40
06/08/2025

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Daddy's Guide: Surviving the Delivery Room Like a Pro.

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common than PhDs.

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Sex After Having A Baby
#39
05/20/2025

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Sex After Having A Baby.

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common than PhDs.

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Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy?
#38
05/10/2025

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Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy?

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common than PhDs.

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MMR Vaccine: Separating Fact from Fear
#37
05/06/2025

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MMR Vaccine: Separating Fact from Fear.

In this episode, Dr. Tonya tackles one of the most common concerns from parents: Are vaccines safe for children? She breaks down the science behind vaccine safety, debunks the long-standing myth linking vaccines to autism, and explains how real research, covering millions of children, shows vaccines are both safe and essential. Dr. Tonya also highlights the flawed studies that fuel misinformation and provides trusted resources for parents to explore the facts. If you're a parent looking for clarity, consult with the pediatrician. This is the...


Why Do Babies Need the Bili Light & Is It safe?
#36
04/19/2025

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Why Do Babies Need the Bili Light & Is It safe? Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!


The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice and recommendations. 


Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses ho...


Tackling Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
03/18/2025

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Tackling Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. 

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not medical advice.  Consult with your healthcare provider for me...


Pacifiers: A Simple Trick to Help Prevent SIDS
#35
03/15/2025

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Pacifiers: A Simple Trick to Help Prevent SIDS


Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. Of note, according to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses...


Protect Babies From Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
03/07/2025

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Protect Babies From Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. Of note, according to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral...


Measles: Protecting Children, Pregnant Moms, and Others
03/07/2025

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Measles: Protecting Children, Pregnant Moms, and Others.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is Hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. Of note, according to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree...


All You Need to Know to Be Good Parents
12/24/2024

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All You Need to Know to Be Good Parents.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a single episode...


Naming and Raising Your Baby
12/14/2024

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Naming and Raising Your Bay

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a single episode of the Power of...


Nasal Suction When Infant Can't Blow Nose
12/05/2024

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Nasal Suction When Infant Can't Blow Nose. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a single episode of the Power of...


PCOS and Pregnancy Challenges
10/08/2024

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PCOS and Pregnancy Challenges. Learn how PCOS affects fertility and discover practical steps for managing symptoms to improve your chances of conceiving. Get insights on specialists, treatments, and lifestyle changes for better reproductive health.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

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Doulas For Medicaid Patients: A Game Changer for New Moms
09/29/2024

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Doulas For Medicaid Patients: A Game Changer for New Moms

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a single...


Postpartum Red Flags: When to Seek Help | Mother-Baby Daddy
09/18/2024

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Postpartum Red Flags: When to Seek Help | Mother-Baby Daddy

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a...


Pre-eclampsia & Eclampsia
09/18/2024

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Pre-eclampsia & Eclampsia; What You Need to Know

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and creating remarkable family legacies. Don't miss a single episode of the...


Iron Deficiency Anemia
09/09/2024

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Iron Deficiency Anemia.

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

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Consejos de lactancia materna para nuevas mamás: cómo agarrar, alimentar y manipular a los bebés somnolientos
09/09/2024

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Consejos de lactancia materna para nuevas mamás: cómo agarrar, alimentar y manipular a los bebés somnolientos

Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. Thank you for listening!

Join us in this captivating series as we uncover the incredible power of marriage in shaping extraordinary lives and...