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The Baby Chick Podcast

With Nina Spears

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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Naming Bebe: How to Choose a Baby Name You’ll Love for Life

Mother arguing with son about misbehavior in living room.

School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Supporting Emotional Growth in Our Children and Ourselves

A close-up photograph captures a pregnant belly surrounded by various snack food items, including a pack of biscuits, a bag of chips, and other packaged snacks—perfect evidence of pregnancy cravings. The person is wearing a white top.

Pregnancy Cravings: Tips and Tricks to Manage & What Women Need to Know

Sarah Villarreal stands near a clothing rack filled with various garments on hangers, wearing a brown off-shoulder blouse and blue jeans in a bright, minimal room.

Style, Confidence & Motherhood: Rediscovering Yourself Through What You Wear

A pair of black women's underwear with lace detail lies elegantly on a white surface. Surrounding it are a yellow flower, a halved grapefruit, and a clear spray bottle, creating a chic display. The scene evokes the delicate beauty of Momotaro peaches in bloom.

Natural Postpartum Healing with Momotaro

Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture looking down while holding a model pelvis

Heart to Womb: The Emotional and Energetic Connection Between the Heart and Uterus

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A woman is lying in bed, smiling down at a newborn baby who is sleeping on her chest. The baby, wrapped in a blanket, appears to be resting comfortably. The background is out of focus, placing emphasis on the woman and the baby. Listening to a VBAC podcast nearby adds to their serene moment.

VBAC: Everything You Need to Know

We're talking about VBAC: how to know if you’re a good candidate, the benefits & risks, what you can do to increase your chances, & more!

A woman in a bathtub holds a newborn baby against her chest after a vaginal birth. The baby is crying, and the woman's eyes are closed as she rests her head back. A towel partially covers the newborn. The scene appears to be a home water birth.

What to Expect During Labor and a Vaginal Birth

We've covered what to expect during each trimester and now we are sharing our birth stories & what to expect during labor & a vaginal birth.

A newborn baby, who just underwent a circumcision, is wrapped in a blue and white striped blanket, wearing a blue hat. The baby is sleeping peacefully, held by an adult whose face is partially visible. The background is blurred.

Newborns (0 - 2 months)

Circumcision: What to Know and Consider

Pediatrician, Dr. Kelly Fradin is talking with us about circumcision medical facts and what parents need to know before baby is born.

A young child with brown hair is sleeping on a beige couch, holding a white teddy bear. The child is wearing a red long-sleeve shirt and is partially covered by a blue blanket. The scene appears peaceful and cozy, perfect for prepping your baby for Spring Forward.

Babies (3 - 11 months)

Prepping Your Baby for Spring Forward

With daylight savings around the corner, we're chatting with Lauren Olson, sleep coach, to help with prepping your baby for Spring Forward.

A widow in a red patterned dress stands next to a boy in a yellow shirt and a girl in a purple dress by a pond. The sun is setting behind them, casting a warm glow over the scene. They are standing on grass with water and trees in the background.

From a Young Widow: What Moms Need to Know

We're chatting with widow, Cheyenne Bell, and the Founder and CEO of Dayforward, Aaron Shapiro about life insurance & what moms need to know.

A man gently kisses a woman on the forehead as he cups her face with his hand. Their eyes are closed, appearing serene and wrapped in a moment of pure intimacy. The background is slightly blurred, highlighting them against a sunset, casting an ethereal glow that makes their love feel alive in parenthood.

Keeping Intimacy Alive in Parenthood

Parenthood can be exhausting. Sex educator, Jamye Waxman is sharing her tips on how to keep intimacy alive in parenthood with our partners.

A woman in workout clothes lies on a yoga mat indoors, exercising after birth by holding a baby above her chest. She is balanced on her back with her legs bent and raised in the air, smiling at the baby. Sunlight streams through large windows in the background.

Postpartum Fitness

Exercising After Giving Birth

Sarah, founder of Juna, is giving us the real scoop on everything we need to know about exercising after giving birth. Here's what to know!

A young boy sits on a carpeted staircase with his face buried in his hands. Wearing a striped long-sleeve shirt, jeans, and mismatched socks, he appears distressed or upset. The staircase and walls are painted white, creating a serene backdrop as efforts to help kids manage stress become essential.

School-Aged Kids (5 - 12 years)

How to Help Our Kids Manage Stress

Kids are going through a lot of stress this year. What can we do to help our kids manage stress? The PediPals are answering our questions.

A person in their third trimester sits cross-legged on a bed, holding ultrasound images. Beside them are a small teddy bear, a baby outfit, and a sign reading "SEE YOU SOON." The bedding includes striped and patterned pillows.

Third Trimester

What to Expect From Your Third Trimester

Everyone’s pregnancy journey is different, but on this episode, we will help listeners understand what to expect from their third trimester.

A newborn baby, wrapped in a dark green blanket, is cradled in someone's arms. The baby is sleeping peacefully. The background is blurred, making the baby the focal point of the image—a serene moment before parents transition babies out of swaddles.

Babies (3 - 11 months)

When and How to Transition Babies Out of Swaddles

Cara Walker, from Well Rested Mama, is sharing when we should transition babies out of swaddles and how to do it smoothly and successfully.

A person wearing a hospital gown lies in bed, holding hands with another. The individual in bed, adorned with a white hospital wristband, appears to be resting with eyes closed. Behind them are a pillow and a blue object, possibly reflecting on why a natural birth was chosen.

Why Would Someone Want a Natural Birth?

So why have a “natural” birth? We're discussing the reasons why some women choose to forego pain medication during labor & delivery.

An adult sitting on the floor watches two young children playing. One child is working on a shape sorter puzzle, and the other is playing with colorful stacking toys. The scene, reminiscent of a Montessori podcast, is set in a brightly lit room with hardwood floors.

Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)

Montessori: What You Need to Know

With Montessori becoming more and more popular, we have Theresa, an AMS certified Montessori guide, sharing what all parents need to know.

A person in a red dress is holding an ultrasound image close to their abdomen. Another individual stands behind, embracing them with hands placed over their belly. The scene, reminiscent of advice on "What to Expect From Your Second Trimester," takes place outdoors on a bench with a blurred green background.

Second Trimester

What to Expect From Your Second Trimester

Everyone’s pregnancy journey is different, but on this episode, we will help listeners understand what to expect from your second trimester.

A pregnant woman sits on a couch in a living room while a female healthcare professional touches her belly and smiles. The healthcare professional, who many might wonder "what are midwives?", has a stethoscope and clipboard nearby. They are engaged in a friendly conversation.

First Trimester

What is a Midwife? What People Need to Know

Not enough people know what a midwife is and the work they do. Today I'm talking to Mary Love, a nurse-midwife, all about the profession.

Newborns (0 - 2 months)

Why Your Crib Mattress Is an Important Decision

It may not seem like that big of a deal, but choosing a good crib mattress is an important decision. We're explaining why!

A baby is sleeping in a gray car seat, secured with safety harnesses. An adult's hands are visible, carefully adjusting the harness to avoid common car seat mistakes and ensure the baby is properly strapped in. The scene is indoors and well-lit.

Babies (3 - 11 months)

The Most Common Mistakes Parents Make with Their Kids’ Car Seats

Car seats can be very confusing for parents. We're going over the common car seat mistakes and more with CPST, Michelle Pratt.

Two medical professionals in blue scrubs are observing a newborn in an incubator. The baby, wearing a diaper and monitored by a tube, is surrounded by medical equipment. The setting clearly appears to be the NICU, emphasizing the high level of care provided for these infants.

What a NICU Occupational Therapist Wants Parents to Know

We're chatting with Dr. Aimee Ketchum, a NICU occupational therapist, about everything parents need to know about babies in the NICU.

A person in a red and white polka dot dress makes a heart shape with their hands over their stomach, symbolizing the excitement of what to expect from your first trimester. The background is an out-of-focus grassy area.

First Trimester

What to Expect From Your First Trimester

Mary Alice and I are both pregnant! And we are sharing our pregnancy experiences. Here's what to expect for your first trimester!

A young child with blonde hair, wearing a blue striped shirt, sits on a blue potty as they prepare for potty training. The child's face is not visible. They are barefoot on a light-colored wooden floor, with disordered toys in the background.

How Parents Can Prepare for Potty Training

We got to chat with a professional potty training consultant and she is sharing her tips on how parents can best prepare for potty training.

A pregnant woman stands sideways, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white sports bra and gray leggings, holding a green apple in her right hand—a perfect snack to meet her body needs during pregnancy. The background features light-colored curtains with natural light streaming through the windows.

Pregnancy Health

What Your Body Really Needs During Pregnancy & Postpartum: Tips from a Registered Dietician

On this episode, I'm chatting with a registered dietician about what our bodies really need during pregnancy and postpartum.

A woman sits on the floor with her head resting on her knees in a room cluttered with toys, experiencing mommy burnout. A baby is crawling nearby, surrounded by colorful toys. A white and black inflatable zebra toy is visible in the foreground. The background includes toy shelves and scattered items.

How to Overcome Mommy Burnout

We're talking all about mommy burnout: how common it is & what you can do to overcome it and to help yourself from feeling burnt out as a mom.

A man with short brown hair sits while holding a newborn baby wrapped in a light blue blanket with blue star patterns. The baby is resting against the man's arm, looking up with wide eyes, and he exudes the joy of becoming a dad.

Baby Chick Co-Founder, Brian Spears, Shares His Experience Becoming a Dad

On today's episode, we have a special guest, the Co-Founder of Baby Chick, Brian Spears. He is sharing his story of becoming a dad.

A baby wearing a brown outfit and a white headband with a bow is lying on a wooden floor. The baby is looking up and smiling, surrounded by toys in the blurred background, subtly hinting at the different ways children learn through play.

Ways Children Learn and What Parents Need to Know

Punam Desormes, a Speech-Language Pathologist, explains the different ways children learn and what we can do to help our kids' minds grow.

A person wearing a brown shirt holds a yellow sign with black text reading "BABY ON BOARD!" against their pregnant belly, showcasing the body changes during pregnancy. Both hands are cradling the baby bump. The background is plain and light-colored.

First Trimester

Surprising Body Changes During Pregnancy

You've heard about the growing belly & voluminous hair, but I'm sure you haven't heard all of these surprising body changes during pregnancy.

A woman with long brown hair is looking at a pair of small blue baby shoes in a store. She stands next to a display rack filled with various baby shoes and clothing items, contemplating which baby products she can do without in the brightly lit store with white walls.

Baby Products That You Can Do Without

We know and have seen what items each family really needs. Here are the baby products that you can do without and leave off your baby list.

A pregnant woman, mindful of birth during COVID, wears a face mask and blue gloves as she holds her belly. She stands against a plain white background, clad in a white tank top and dark pants.

Preparing for Birth During COVID-19

If you are currently expecting, here is everything you need to know about preparing for your baby's birth during COVID-19.

A woman in a water birthing pool holds a newborn baby in her arms, embodying the serene beauty often discussed on home birth podcasts. She has her eyes closed and is smiling gently. The baby rests against her chest with its tiny hands and feet visible. The image is in black and white.

Home Birth: Is It Safe?

Home birth can be a controversial topic. Today, I'm chatting with Sherry Oldfield, CNM who's attended 1000’s of births all about it.

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Organize and Streamline Your Life as a Mom

Clutter & chaos can cloud the mind. A professional organizer is sharing her tips on how to organize and streamline our lives as moms.

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