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Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

De: Laura Birek Shanna Micko
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What if you and your best friend were pregnant at the same time? That's what happened to us!

Big Fat Positive is a smart and funny podcast about two best friends who found out they were pregnant at the same time. The show follows the moms-to-be on their journey through pregnancy and into new motherhood, week by week. With weekly check-ins, special guests and segments such as "OMG I’m Freaking Out," hosts Shanna Micko & Laura Birek recount the often hilarious and always honest highs and lows of being a pregnant woman and new mom.

Episodes 1 to 32 deal with pregnancy. Episode 33 and on deal with new parenthood. Tune in wherever you are on your journey!

New episodes are released every Monday.

© © Laura Birek, Shanna Micko Crianza y Familias Relaciones
Episodios
  • Ep. 372: When Is My Child Officially Potty Trained?

    Ep. 372: When Is My Child Officially Potty Trained?
    Aug 18 2025
    In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about knowing when your toddler is officially potty trained, handling your kids' socially unacceptable habits, our worst bosses ever and more! Also, Shanna reports on the unexpected ending to a breakfast date with her 6-year-old, and Laura discusses the range of emotions involved in her 4-year-old's last week at preschool. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6.5 years old and 4 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:-Spending one-on-one time with your children-Kids' feelings vs. Mom's feelings about the last week of preschool -How do you know when your toddler is officially potty trained?-How do you handle your young kids' "annoying" habits?-What are BFRBs?-If we (and our kids) were vegetables, what would we be and why?-What does a podcast producer do?-The worst bosses that Laura and Shanna have had-The unexpected activity that had Shanna and Elle laughing hysterically-Mom's night out!Products, links, resources mentioned in this episode:-"Good to Go: A Fresh Take on Potty Training for Today's Intentional Parent" by Gia Gambaro Blount and Laura Birek-Laura and Gia's book on NetGalley - Get an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review-Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRB)-What does an artichoke flower look like?-Potatoes - by Farideh-"Dork Diaries 12: Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe" by Rachel Renée Russell-Kristen Schaal Is a Horse-RadioLab episode "Loops"-Jo Piazza-Under the Influence Podcast-"Everyone Is Lying to You" by Jo Piazza-Father's OfficePast BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:-Ep. 358 (For Laura's story about her ex-boyfriend)This episode's full show notes can be found here.Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • Ep. 371: Ouch! Facing the Pain of Parenthood

    Ep. 371: Ouch! Facing the Pain of Parenthood
    Aug 11 2025
    In the special segment "Never Have I Ever: Parenting Edition," Shanna and Laura reveal funny and unexpected things they've never done before having kids, including incidents that hurt their bodies as well as their egos. Also, Laura goes on an adventure with her mom friends that feels all wrong without her kids there, and Shanna eavesdrops on a conversation that ignites her competitive spirit. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6.5 years old and 4 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:-Taking a tour of the WB lot in Los Angeles-Feeling bad when you do fun things without your kids-When you realize other parents are taking children's activities very seriously-Doing scavenger hunts... in public... alone-Accidentally hurting yourself when you're a mom-How to wash LEGO-Seeing food delivery robots in your neighborhood-Wondering when your kid will be able to swim independentlyProducts, links, and resources mentioned in this episode:-Warner Bros. Studio Tour-Superman movie-Disney's Descendants-World Market-World Market scavenger hunt TikTok video-Nuna Rava car seat-Duet Cats: Cute Cat Game-Jingle Cats: Meowy ChristmasPast BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:-Ep. 358 (For Shanna's hack about washing small toys in the bathtub)This episode's full show notes can be found here.Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • Ep. 370: Wedding Wackiness

    Ep. 370: Wedding Wackiness
    Aug 4 2025

    In the special segment "Throwback," Laura recounts the time that her mom saw through the facade of Laura's toxic ex-boyfriend and planted a seed of doubt about their relationship. Also, Shanna talks about how going to a wedding with her kids involved flip-flops, blue lips, late-night cake and more, and Laura reports on a day-long excursion with her family to a quaint village on Catalina Island. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura’s kids are 6.5 years old and 4 years old.


    Topics discussed in this episode:

    -Celebrating 4th of July with young kids

    -Taking a day trip with kids to Catalina Island

    -Going to a wedding with your kids

    -Laura's throwback story about a past relationship

    -Going on a shopping spree with your kids


    Products, links, resources mentioned in this episode:

    -Catalina Island

    -Two Harbors village on Catalina Island

    -Narcissistic Personality Disorder

    -Verbal abuse in relationships


    Past BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:

    -Ep. 369 (For Shanna's story about her mom giving Shanna her pants)


    This episode's full show notes can be found here.


    Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcast


    Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.


    Visit our website!


    Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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I've been listening nearly every work day since I first found out I was expecting! it is like having pregnant friends going through the experience with you. not to mention there is a decent amount of learning and tons of cute stories involved in their parenting! I am always telling my sweetheart stories from the podcast and recommend it to my friends and family.

so much fun!

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I started listening to BFP when I was about 24 weeks, and I have absolutely loved it! It is a great combination of comedy, education, and commiseration.

A fun listen for a pregnant mom!

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