New Mom Talk: A Resource for Pregnant, Expecting Moms & New Moms & Pregnancy

Author: Mariela De Santiago- evidence-based parenting advice in bite-sized episodes—your go-to resource for new and expecting parents into the postpartum period! Get the information you need, when you need it, in short and digestible episodes.

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Welcome to the New Mom Talk (previously Mama Wears Athleisure) podcast, your go-to resource for new moms, expecting moms, and perinatal parents navigating the exciting journey of parenthood! Hosted by Mariela De Santiago, mom to a toddler and host of the Carlsbad Mom Walks, this podcast aims to provide evidence-based information, expert advice, and relatable stories to support you through this transformative period (Pregnancy podcast, New Mom podcast, Expecting Mom podcast, First Time Mom podcast).

Join us as we tackle common questions and concerns that new parents often Google, such as:

What are the early signs of labor?
How can I prepare for childbirth?
What are the best practices for breastfeeding?
How do I establish a sleep routine for my newborn?
What are some common newborn care tips?
How do I recognize postpartum depression symptoms?
What are safe exercises during pregnancy?
How can I bond with my baby during the perinatal period?
What should I include in my birth plan?
How do I navigate the transition to parenthood as a couple?

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Tune in to New Mom Talk for practical advice, expert insights, and encouragement as you embark on this incredible journey into parenthood!

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Grocery Grace: Stress‑Free Shopping & Cooking for New Parents — with Carol Ann Kates Ep 139

2026-09-3016:43

Carol Ann Kates — former grocery store and deli owner/operator turned award-winning cookbook author of Secret Recipes from the Corner Market and Grocery Shopping Secrets — shares shop-floor wisdom and kitchen-tested tricks for reducing stress while grocery shopping and cooking in the postpartum months. Expect practical, empathy-first strategies for shorter store runs, faster meal prep, smart batching, and partner-friendly systems that protect recovery and preserve energy. What we cover Three ...

Your Maternity Leave Guide: Benefits, Job Protection & What Nobody Tells You with Shelly Yehuda Ep. 138

2026-09-1617:06

If you're pregnant in California and you haven't looked into your maternity leave benefits yet — this episode is your sign. California has some of the most comprehensive maternity leave protections in the country, but the system is confusing, the deadlines are strict, and most moms don't find out what they were entitled to until it's too late. Mariela sits down with Shelly Yehuda, a maternity leave advocate who helps California women navigate the system so they can maximize every benefit, pro...

Beautifully Postpartum: Redefining Self-Care with Courtney Boylan from Le Lolo Ep 137

2026-09-0219:37

This episode is brought to you by Legendairy Milk. Use code NEWMOM15 at checkout to get 15% off She's Flowing. Join us for an honest, practical conversation with Courtney Boylan, founder of Le Lolo, who’s on a mission to beautify postpartum care. Courtney reframes postpartum self-care as more than quick fixes or Instagram-ready moments — it’s about dignity, functionality, and building sustainable routines that honor new parents’ needs. She shares design-minded solutions, mindset shifts, and r...

Executive & Mama: Real Systems for Real-Life Balance with Aly Wente from Wente Family Vineyards Ep. 136

2026-08-1919:51

This episode is brought to you by Legendairy Milk. Use code NEWMOM15 at checkout to get 15% off She's Flowing. Aly Wente — fifth-generation winegrower and Chief Revenue Officer of Wente Family Vineyards — joins us to talk real strategies for reconciling a demanding career and a thriving family life. Drawing on leadership at America’s oldest continuously family-owned winery and a modern, sustainability-minded approach, Aly reframes the idea of “balance,” shares systems that actually work, and ...

Balance Early: At-Home Strategies to Reduce Developmental Delays with Shannon Davis from InspiraSpark E 135

2026-08-0524:55

This episode is brought to you by InspiraSpark — thanks to Shannon Davis and the Little Balance Box for supporting the show. Join us as Shannon Davis — mom, physical therapist, and inventor of the Little Balance Box — breaks down practical, research-informed ways parents can reduce the risk or impact of developmental delays at home. Shannon explains what “developmental delay” really means, reveals common baby gear and routines that can unintentionally hinder motor development, and walks throu...

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New Mom Talk: A Resource for Pregnant, Expecting Moms & New Moms & Pregnancy