Episodes
Published 03/17/20
We all hate it. But do we all do it? In this episode Emma and Laura shine some light on all the shade. What are people REALLY judging moms about? And WHY? Can any good come of it? The moms break down the survey, deliberate and reveal some of their own past judgements.
Published 03/17/20
Baby or not, if you’ve looked in a mirror, you’ve sized yourself up. Compared and contrasted with what was (I used to look so YOUNG!) or what could be (maybe if I try THAT I’ll look like her!). Even if the standard is an old version of yourself, no one is immune. Is it evolution-based brain chemistry or cultural brain washing? Is social media to blame? Facetune? The Kardashians? And who are we even trying to impress? Ourselves? Our partners? Kelly Smith from our high school track team? In...
Published 03/10/20
Having a baby means having a lot of STUFF. Or does it? In this episode, Emma and Laura go toe-to-toe in separating the must-haves from the hyped-up pile of baby junk bound to collect dust in your overstuffed closet. An unsponsored roast of the products you DON’T need meets a helpful merchandise guide for city-dwellers and country momkins alike.
Published 03/03/20
After kids, WHO EVEN ARE WE? This episode invites listeners on a roller coaster of emotion to tackle some of the most elusive questions facing moms today. Are we happy? Are we doing enough to be happy? AREN’T WE DOING ENOUGH ALREADY!? Guided by their survey, Emma and Laura grapple with their pre-kids selves, ponder their ability to have fun, and question who they are vs. who they’re “supposed” to be.
Published 02/25/20
Mental health and wellness is sometimes at odds with an unplanned pregnancy. This episode asks women all about choice. Emma and Laura break down the survey results, share their past experiences and speak with a brave guest mother amid a tough decision.
Published 02/18/20
Is there such thing as 50/50? In this episode, Laura and Emma invite their partners Nev Schulman and Simon Atik to unpack the intricacies of maintaining positive relationships with your significant other post baby. From igniting intimacy to balancing parenting roles and exactly what moms resent most about dads, this episode is jam-packed with all the things you WISH you could say to your partner, but aren’t quite sure how.
Published 02/11/20
After kids your friends are still your friends... right? Kinda? Maybe? In this episode Laura and Emma poll the masses to break down the types of friends you might lose after kids, explore the murky, shark-filled waters of MOM FRIENDS, go toe-to-toe on their own friendship deal breakers and give tips on how to be a better friend to someone you love when you’re short on time, patience and qualified(ish) babysitters.
Published 02/04/20
Welcome to Mom Best Friend! Our first episode is all about the realities of SEX, and Laura and Emma will delightfully sherpa you through the ins, outs, and provide just the tips on what to expect sex-wise post-partum.
Published 01/28/20
Episode 1 of MBF.
Published 01/23/20