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Our mission is to educate, inspire, and uplift mothers.

Our mission is to empower parents with trusted resources, expertly designed products, and a community that supports you every step of the way. Whether you want an unmedicated birth or a planned cesarean, to breastfeed or bottle-feed, sleep-train or follow your baby’s lead, we support all mothers. Parenthood isn’t always easy, but with Baby Chick, you’re never alone. We promise to be your partner in parenting, celebrating every success and guiding you through every challenge with care, compassion, and commitment to your family’s well-being.

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Nina, "The Baby Chick"

Hey, I'm Nina Spears, "The Baby Chick®"!—Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Baby Chick. I’m an expert in the pregnancy and baby world with 14 years of experience. I have helped over 700 families during their pregnancy and postpartum journeys and assisted at over 300 births. I am beyond thrilled to begin this new adventure with all of you! I'd like to introduce myself and tell you a little bit about me, my passions, my experience, and what led me to create Baby Chick.

Meet Nina, "The Baby Chick"
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Podcast latest episodes

Postpartum Fitness

Postpartum Fitness & Wellness: Finding Balance, Motivation, and Healthy Habits as a New Mom

Practical fitness tips and encouragement for new postpartum moms who are ready to reclaim their strength, wellness, and confidence!

Health for Kids

The Hidden Dangers of Synthetic Dyes & How They Impact Our Kids

I chat with filmmakers Brandon & Whitney Cawood about the shocking truth of synthetic dyes and how they negatively impact our children.

TTC

The Importance of Pre-Pregnancy Wellness

Alexandria DeVito shares the importance of pre-pregnancy wellness, the impact it has on our fertility, and what we can do to optimize it.

Birth Tips

The Power of Pushing During Labor: How To Do It & What to Expect

In this episode, HeHe Stewart talks to us about pushing during labor: when you should actually start, effective techniques, timing, and more!

Holidays

How to Host a Beautiful, Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving

In this episode, we chat with Cameron Forbes about how to host a fabulous, kid-friendly Thanksgiving for your family.

Health for Kids

Understanding Type 1 Diabetes: Essential Insights for Parents

For Diabetes Awareness Month, we chat with Anastasia Albanese-O’Neill all about Type 1 Diabetes and what parents really need to know.

Third Trimester

The Maternity Leave Checklist for Expectant Mothers

Dr. Jessica Madden shares with us the ideal maternity leave checklist for expectant mothers, what to discuss with employers, and much more.

Birth Tips

How To Prepare For A Great Hospital Birth

In this episode, we chat with Adriana Lozada about how to support your physiology and prepare for a great hospital birth.

Postpartum Food

Fueling Your Recovery: Postpartum Nutrition Tips

In this episode, we chat with Ashley Reaver & Diana Licalzi about the importance of postpartum nutrition and what new mothers really need.

Finance

Raising Money-Smart Kids: Financial Literacy Tips for Parents

In this episode, we chat with David Delisle about how to teach our kids about money and tips on how to boost their financial literacy.

School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

The Great Sleepover Debate: To Allow Sleepovers or Not?

Here, we chat with Kristin Andrus about the sleepover debate, and how to make the best decision for your kids when it comes to sleepovers.

Recovery

How To Care For Your Body and Pelvic Floor After Childbirth

In this episode, we chat with Liz Miracle about how to best take care of your body after childbirth, especially your pelvic floor.

Motherhood

How to Honor Your Parenting Journey & Enjoy Each Moment with OliviaR

We chatted with Irina Reeves about motherhood, honoring your parenting journey, enjoying the moments, and her jewelry company, OliviaR.

Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

Parenting with Compassion: The Power of Respectful Parenting with Janet Lansbury

In this episode, we chat with Janet Lansbury about respectful parenting, the science behind it, the benefits, how it helps parents, and more.

Motherhood

Navigating Pregnancy and New Motherhood in the Spotlight With Jessica Tarlov

Jessica Tarlov talks about navigating a wonderful yet demanding career during pregnancy and motherhood and her advice for mothers.