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Friday, September 12, 2025

Getting Started with Baby Episode 8: A Pediatric Cardiologist Talks Baby Heart Health and Sleep Secrets

Whether you've been referred for a fetal heart screening or not, hearing the title pediatric cardiologist might make you a bit nervous. Not to worry, though. In this episode, pediatric cardiologist and father of two, Dr. Sonny Duong, takes us through what parents really need to know about heart screenings, from why you might get a fetal echocardiogram (hint: it's usually just precautionary) to what actually happens if something is found. But this conversation goes beyond medical facts—Dr. Duong shares the parenting wisdom he's gleaned from years in pediatrics, including why the strict routines that help nurses manage five babies at once can transform your sleep struggles at home.

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Monday, September 8, 2025

The Truth About Baby Toys for Newborns (0–3 Months): What Actually Helps Your Baby Thrive

Every new parent has probably felt it—that crushing anxiety that you’re not doing enough or buying enough to help your baby thrive. Endless aisles of baby toys and gadgets practically scream that your little one needs them all. But the truth? Your newborn doesn’t need much. In fact, research shows that less really is more, especially when it comes to baby toys—both for your baby’s development and for your sanity.

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

Getting Started with Baby Episode 7: What You Need to Know about Safe Sleep and SIDS Prevention

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) remains one of the most anxiety-provoking topics for new parents, and with good reason. Despite decades of research and public health campaigns, about 10 babies still die each day in the United States from SIDS, many from accidental suffocation. If you’re expecting or a parent with a child under 1, this episode is a must listen –we’re talking with Dr. Russell Ray and Dr. Savannah Lusk, Directors of the Isabel Davis Center for Safe Children and longtime SIDS researchers. Today they’re walking us through everything a parent should know about SIDS, what the ABCs of safe sleep really mean, which products to avoid, and how parents can manage the overwhelming anxiety that comes with protecting their children.

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Thursday, August 14, 2025

Getting Started with Baby Episode 6: Getting Good Sleep

Whether you're expecting, have a newborn or already into the toddler years, figuring out how to get your kid to sleep well and sleep through the night can sometimes feel like a huge mystery. This week we're talking with Desiree Baird, a pediatric sleep coach and mom of three (including twins!). Desiree breaks down what good sleep actually looks like, how to build healthy sleep foundations, and why it's never too late to make changes.

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Monday, August 4, 2025

Getting Started with Baby Episode 5: Navigating a Car Breakdown with Baby on Board

Have you ever thought – “What would I do if my car broke down right now with my baby in the backseat?” If that scenario makes you panic, you're not alone. This week we're talking with Jackie Dempsey, a mechanic, mom and founder of the non-profit Mechanic Mamma. Jackie teaches women, children, and anyone interested the ins and outs of car maintenance and what to do in roadside emergencies. In this episode, she walks us through the most common types of breakdowns, essential tools to keep in your car, and how knowing even car basics can empower both you and your children.

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