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Welcome to Chick Chat: The Baby Chick Podcast — where motherhood meets real talk. Hosted by Nina Spears, “The Baby Chick,” this show dives into everything from parenting and pregnancy to career, relationships, and wellness. With personal stories, expert interviews, and honest conversations, each episode offers support, insight, and a sense of connection. Whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned parent, there’s a seat for you at the table. Let’s chick chat!

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Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Yoga for Kids: Simple Ways to Teach Mindfulness & Emotional Resilience

Lauren Chaitoff of Yogi Beans shares how yoga and mindfulness help kids regulate emotions and how parents can start at home—even with no experience!

C-section

What to Expect During a C-Section: Part 2

Bethany & Dr. Jen share what to expect during a C-section recovery, how to reframe the experience, and why your birth story matters.

C-section

What to Expect During a C-Section: Part 1

Experts Dr. Jen & Bethany share what to expect during a C-section & how to make the experience feel empowering, not clinical.

Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

Toddler Survival Guide: The Most Common Challenges Parents Face and the Best Techniques to Handle Them

Toddler expert Laura Amies shares real toddler survival guidance on common challenges and how to navigate the highs and lows with confidence.

Pregnancy

Breaking Barriers: Addressing the Black Maternal Health Crisis

Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell joins us to share her birth story, urgent facts about Black maternal health, and how we can better protect mothers.

Beauty

The Truth About “Mommy Makeovers”

Dr. Francel explains what a mommy makeover is, who it’s for, and what moms need to know before considering plastic surgery after having kids.

Parenting Tips

How to Talk to Your Children About Empathy

Monica Berg shares how to teach kids empathy, why it matters, and age-appropriate ways to raise emotionally aware, compassionate children.

Health for Kids

Nourishing Challenges: Understanding Pediatric Feeding Disorders

Jaclyn Pederson explains Pediatric Feeding Disorders (PFDs), how they differ from picky eating, and how parents can get the right support.

Sleep

Sleep Tips for LiveWires: Highly Sensitive & Intense Kids

Sleep expert Macall Gordon shares why "livewires"—sensitive, intense kids—struggle with sleep & how to help without typical sleep training.

Pregnancy Fitness

Fit for Two: How Prenatal Fitness Boosts Health, Happiness, and Labor Prep

Want to stay strong and feel great during pregnancy? Gina Conley from MamasteFit shares her expert prenatal fitness insights!

Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Conquering Picky Eating: Expert Tips to Expand Your Child’s Palate

Struggling with a picky eater? Amanda Blechman shares strategies to help parents expand their child’s palate & make mealtime less stressful.

Pregnancy Fitness

The Power of Prenatal Yoga

How prenatal yoga can relieve discomfort, foster connection, and empower your pregnancy journey.

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.

Motherhood

Today’s Modern Mom Problems & Solutions

Tara Clark chats with us about some of the most common modern mom problems mothers face today and solutions to help us move forward.