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Meg And Mike Do MarriageConfidence Always Wins - Beating the Odds and Slaying DoubtIn this episode, we’re diving into the power of confidence and how it can help you overcome any odds stacked against you. Whether you're an entrepreneur trying to grow your business, or simply navigating self-doubt in your everyday life, this episode will give you actionable strategies to build unshakeable confidence. Learn how to shift your mindset, embrace challenges, and take action—because when you trust yourself, confidence always wins. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why confidence is the key to success in business and life - How to beat...2024-10-2139 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageMy Journey Weaning from Exclusive Pumping - How I Stopped PumpingJoin me on my personal journey as I share my experience weaning from exclusive pumping. In this heartfelt episode, I discuss the challenges, triumphs, and emotions I faced while transitioning away from pumping, and the impact it had on both my babies and me. Whether you’re considering making the switch or are currently navigating the world of breastfeeding, my story may offer insights and encouragement. Discover tips on how to gradually decrease pumping sessions, manage the emotional aspect of the transition, and embrace new feeding methods. ↓Follow me on social media: Tik...2024-10-1529 minMeg And Mike Do MarriagePostpartum Weight Loss and Milk Supply with Brooke Miller RD, CLC (2024)Brooke Miller, a certified lactation consultant and dietitian, shares her journey of helping women with postpartum nutrition. She discusses the importance of nutrition during the postpartum period and how it can impact a mother's energy, mood, and milk supply. Brooke emphasizes the need for nourishing the body with quality foods and meeting protein and nutrient needs. She also addresses common myths and mistakes women make with postpartum nutrition, such as relying on supplements and not eating enough. Brooke offers a program called the Postpartum Shift, which focuses on building healthy and sust...2024-09-0333 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageSleep Expert Shares Secrets for Twin Sleep Training (Stephanie Fischer)Stephanie Fischer, a sleep consultant specializing in twins and toddlers, shares her journey and how she became a sleep consultant. She dispels common misconceptions about sleep training, such as the belief that it involves letting babies cry it out. Stephanie emphasizes that sleep training teaches babies to self-soothe and does not mean ignoring their needs. She also discusses the surprises her clients have experienced, including how quickly sleep training can work. Stephanie highlights the challenges faced by parents of toddlers and provides hope that it's never too late to change sleep habits. She advises parents to...2024-08-0642 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageTop 3 Things I Wish I Knew About Having Twins (2024)In this episode, Meg shares three main things she wishes she knew before having twins or in the first few months of having twins. The first topic is how hard breastfeeding is, especially with twins. Meg talks about her experience with exclusive pumping and the importance of having a lactation consultant specifically for twins. The second topic is about the items you need for twins. Meg discusses the necessity of having two of certain items like car seats, strollers, and bassinets, but also mentions that there are many things twins can share. The third topic is the double mom...2024-07-2322 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageExclusive Pumping: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (2024)In this episode, Meg shares an update on her intense pumping journey as an exclusive pumper for her twin babies. She emphasizes the raw reality of exclusive pumping and the challenges she has faced over the last six months. Meg discusses the physical and mental toll of exclusive pumping, including nipple pain, clogged ducts, and the constant need to pump. She also highlights the importance of having a support system and strong mental health when undertaking exclusive pumping. Despite the difficulties, Meg expresses her gratitude for being able to provide breast milk for her babies and the sense of...2024-07-1627 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) How to Increase Milk Supply & Exclusive Pumping Tips for Working Moms with Allison TolmanIn this conversation, Meg interviews Allison Tolman, an expert in pumping and lactation. They discuss various topics related to pumping, including myths and misconceptions about increasing milk supply, key factors in increasing milk supply, the role of mental and emotional well-being in pumping, balancing science and practicality in pumping, and creating a sustainable pumping schedule. In this conversation, Allison Tolman, LPN, IBCLC, discusses various aspects of pumping breast milk for working moms. She emphasizes the importance of setting goals and assessing milk supply, understanding milk storage capacity, and finding the right pumping schedule. ...2024-07-0945 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageSix Months Postpartum as a Twin Mom: Identity Shift, Mom Guilt & Uncovering Your New SelfIn this episode, Meg discusses her experience and challenges during the first six months postpartum with twins. She took a break from the podcast to focus on her babies and figure out her future plans. Meg shares her struggle with postpartum identity and the realization that she is a different person now that she is a mother. She emphasizes the importance of giving herself time and space to uncover her new identity and not trying to go back to who she was before. Meg also talks about the joy of seeing her babies grow and develop, as well as...2024-07-0232 min
Relatable | Relationships UnfilteredFinding Connection Through Separation with Megan and Mike BayenDr. Liz is chatting with Mike and Megan Bayen, co-hosts of the Meg & Mike Do Marriage podcast, all about how they used a separation to effectively address their struggles with disconnection. In this episode, Mike and Megan get vulnerable with Dr. Liz about their journey from a rocky marriage to a separation… and how this separation (and the work they BOTH put in during that time) led them back to a very fulfilling relationship. They share about what caused this separation, how they navigated through it, and the steps they took to rebuild their marriage. Dr. Liz explores with Mi...2024-03-1244 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) My Exclusive Pumping Schedule & Increasing Milk SupplyIn this conversation, Meg shares her experience and tips on increasing milk supply and establishing a pumping routine. She discusses the Sock Method, which involves covering the bottles with baby socks to create a positive association with the baby and stimulate oxytocin production. Meg emphasizes the importance of finding the right flange size and pumping frequency to maximize milk supply. She also mentions the benefits of hydration, calorie intake, and supplements. Meg shares her pumping schedule and the challenges and rewards of exclusive pumping for twins. She concludes by expressing her motivation and satisfaction in pr...2024-02-2735 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) The First 6 Weeks As New Parents of TwinsIn this episode, Meg and Mike provide an update on their first six weeks with twins. They discuss the hardest part of parenting twins, the easiest part, and unexpected challenges. They also talk about the importance of fitting the kids into their life and the impact of having twins on their relationship. They share their sadness about their fathers not being there to meet the babies and express their love and admiration for each other as parents. They end with some final thoughts and advice for other parents of twins. ↓Follow us on...2024-02-2039 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) Six Weeks Postpartum Recovery With Twins: Side Effects, Exclusive Pumping Update and MoreIn this solo episode, Meg shares her postpartum journey and the challenges she has faced in the first six weeks after giving birth to twins. She discusses the importance of preparation for parenthood and the realization that no amount of preparation can fully prepare you for the reality of caring for newborns. Meg opens up about her struggles with breastfeeding and the decision to exclusively pump. She also talks about the physical recovery process without holding back: get ready for some TMI sharing! Emotionally, Meg shares the ups and downs of pos...2024-02-1328 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Twin Birth Story: Husband PerspectiveIt’s been a minute since Mike and I recorded an episode together, and we thought what better way to jump back in than for me to interview him about the birth of our sons from his perspective. Mike was KNEE DEEP in the birth, holding one of my legs the entire time and being an essential part of the delivery of our sons, such a special moment we’ll never forget. In this episode he shares what it was like for him, no holding back. We talk abou...2024-02-0649 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(COUPLES INTERVIEW) From the Brink of Divorce to Being Married For Over a Decade with Lynette and Matt HoyleLynette and Matt Hoyle share their journey of marriage, from the difficulties in the first year to the brink of divorce and the subsequent healing and growth. They discuss the importance of commitment and working on the marriage, as well as actively showing love and care for each other. They emphasize the need to handle conflict in a healthy way and change conflict styles that may have been learned from their parents. Despite the challenges, they believe that marriage can get better and better with time and effort. In this conversation, Lynette and Matt discuss th...2024-01-3050 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) My Struggle With Breastfeeding Twins & Decision to Exclusively PumpIn this episode I share my struggle with breastfeeding and decision to exclusively pump, and the toll the first 72 hours postpartum, aka “the baby blues” took on me mentally, physically, and emotionally. I hope this episode helps any new moms who are putting SO much pressure on themselves to breastfeed just like I was, and can’t wait to continue to share how the exclusive pumping experience plays out. Thank you for being such a supportive and loving community. I feel so comfortable sharing all of the ups and downs of this new...2024-01-2326 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) My Vaginal Twin Birth StoryWe did it folks. We had the twins!! And I was able to have them both vaginally, something that the majority of twin moms I've talked to DON'T get to experience. And boy WAS it an experience, one of which I detail in this episode. I hope you enjoy this episode and I’d like to officially welcome Ayden John and Kevin John into the world! NOTE: the sound on this is a BIT fuzzy but right now with twin parenting life I can’t re-record, so bare with me! ↓F...2024-01-1651 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(EXPERT INTERVIEW) Giving Up Vs Doing the Work In Your Marriage with Carrie CohenThis week’s expert interview is with Carrie Cohen; a psychotherapist, marriage Coach, and relationship expert. And boy do we cover the gamut in this episode, touching on marriage conflict, how to navigate separation, and how to actively work on your marriage if you can’t afford coaching or therapy. As a 25 year Psychotherapist, Carrie has spent over 50,000 hours with clients, worked with 1000s of women and men, and over 500 couples. As a trained psychotherapist, Carrie uses marriage coaching to help couples on the brink of separation/divorce c...2024-01-0939 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(EXPERT INTERVIEW) How Alcohol Can Negatively Affect Your Marriage & Intimacy with Karolina RzadkowolskaIs alcohol negatively affecting your marriage? Specifically…sex? YUP. We go there in this episode with our guest expert, Karolina Rzadkowolska. But we don’t just answer that million dollar question (spoiler alert: it very well MAY be), we also talk about alternatives and how to start changing your habits TOGETHER. Karolina is a certified alcohol-free life coach, with certifications including Senior Certified This Naked Mind Coach, transformation-based coaching and positive psychology. She’s also the author of the bestselling book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain A Happier, More Confident You. Her wor...2024-01-0242 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(EXPERT INTERVIEW) Sustaining Passion In Long-Term Relationships with Hannah DeindorferIf you’ve been feeling a lack of intimacy or sexual connection with your partner or know you need to spice things up, this episode is for you. Hannah Deindorfer, a sex and intimacy expert brings us SUCH specific and actionable rituals to connect intimately with our partners on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Rituals that are easy to implement and that can almost immediately make you feel more passionate with your partner. Hannah is a fairy godmother who grants people the wish of a passionate, fulfill...2023-12-2642 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) Being Pregnant After a Miscarriage & Pregnancy AnxietyTrigger Warning: Miscarriage discussions in this episode A few months ago I shared on our TikTok account how much anxiety I had been experiencing during my pregnancy because of the miscarriage we experienced last year. I was constantly wondering if my babies were still there and even if it wasn’t my main focus for the day, it was an ever present thought in the back of my mind. When I brought it up to the community over there, it took off and SO MANY WOMEN said they had experienced a simil...2023-12-1922 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) Surprising Pregnancy SymptomsI feel like the only things I was told about pregnancy was that you’re nauseous and tired all the time, two things I didn’t actually experience much. So in this episode I dive into the UNEXPECTED pregnancy symptoms I experienced, things that no one warned me about. Overall I’ve been SO lucky to have a pretty great pregnancy and feel amazing most of the time, so I hope this sheds some light on what you might experience so you’re as ready and prepared as possible, knowing what you’re exp...2023-12-1227 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) Preparing for Birth: Packing My Hospital Bag + Baby Shower RegistryAs a self proclaimed control freak, having some things I could do to prep for birth that I knew I could control helped me feel more at ease, like having my hospital bag prepped ahead and ordering things I knew we would need once the boys came. In this episode I walk you through what I packed in my hospital bag and what we had on our registry. I’m excited to do a follow up episode to see what we ACTUALLY used from the hospital bag and ACTUALLY used from the registry once they’re he...2023-12-0529 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) My Birth Preferences & Learning About Advocating for Yourself In Labor(MEG) My Birth Preferences & Learning About Advocating for Yourself In Labor When I first got pregnant I had never even heard of the term “birth plan” because my only exposure to birth was in the movies and TV. I just thought your water breaks in the middle of the grocery store and you frantically drive to the hospital. But I quickly learned that’s not exactly how it goes. One of the biggest things I’ve done over the last few months is get really famil...2023-11-2830 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) How to Support Your Partner When They’re Grieving or Dealing with LossSupporting a partner while they’re grieving can be tricky, especially if you’ve never experienced the type of grief or loss they’re going through. You don’t want to say “the wrong thing” or smother them, but you also don’t want to give them TOO much space. Unfortunately, we have both experienced intense grief with the loss of our fathers in the last year and a half, so learning how to be a supportive partner during this time was essential for us, and at the end of the day these incredi...2023-11-2133 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Separation Rules: Were We Allowed To See Other People While In A Marriage Separation?This highly requested topic is no surprise, cuz it’s probably the biggest question mark couples who separate have before entering the separation: are we allowed to see other people while apart? In this episode we dive into our specific “separation rules” including… How much we communicated during the separation What we were committed to personal growth wise during the time apart And of course if we were allowed to see other people while apart We say this SO many times in the episode but...2023-11-1436 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) How To Stay Connected To Your Partner While Physically ApartAt the beginning of July we had to be apart for six weeks due to extenuating circumstances (which we explain in this episode). And let me tell ya, being apart from your spouse or partner for that long is NOT fun NOR easy, but we managed to stay pretty connected despite the time and when we saw each other again didn’t feel like it had been that long. It is 100% possible to maintain connection while apart, it’ll just look a little different than if you were together. ...2023-11-0727 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) How we feel about becoming parents for the first time (to TWINS)Happy Halloween!!! Be sure to peep our Instagram if you haven’t @MegandMikeDoMarriage because our Barbie themed costumes are pretty legit if we do say so ourselves (and NO, we’re NOT Barbie and Ken…it’s BETTER). ANYWHO…to the topic at hand. Our lives are about to COMPLETELY change when we become first time parents…to not one, but TWO babies at once, and in this episode we really wanted to just ask each other: how do you feel about it? So that’s what w...2023-10-3136 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(COUPLES INTERVIEW) Communication Tools For A Successful Marriage with James and Anglea MitchellIf we’re only communicating things when they’re a problem, that’s when we start to feel like we’re nagging which doesn’t feel good. It’s important to acknowledge and thank our partner for things we DO appreciate. ↑And in this JAM PACKED episode, James and Angela Mitchell break down not only how to handle conflict with your partner (so it doesn’t end in a huge life altering fight), but also how to give praise to your partner. James and Angela Mitchell are the founders of Love Intentionally, a re...2023-10-2444 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Scheduling Sex & IntimacyLet’s talk about sex baby, let’s talk about you and me… Yes, Mike DOES sing this at the beginning of the episode, so get ready for shenanigans. This was an episode we had written down to do way before we started this podcast, because scheduling sex has been SUCH a game changer for our marriage (and cough cough, why we’re pregnant with twins). At first (as you’ll hear in the episode) the idea seemed RIDICULOUS to us, but once we shifted our perspective we realized it...2023-10-1733 min
Made for More with Amanda Kolbye136. Navigating Marriage and Relationships in the Midst of Entrepreneurship with Meg & MikeLife and business do not exist separate from one another - and as a result, our relationships are commonly impacted by our businesses as well. This week, I am joined by my friend and mentor Megan Yelaney, and her husband Mike Bayen, for a conversation on navigating challenges in partnership throughout the journey of entrepreneurship. This episodes provides a fully transparent look at their struggles and separation, and how they worked through their relationship with finances, work, and control to come together stronger than ever. Megan Yelaney is a business mentor, podcaster, and speaker whose passion truly lies in helping o...2023-10-161h 00Meg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) 26 Weeks Pregnant & In the Hospital: This Week Didn’t Go As PlannedRemember when I said in the last episode how this pregnancy has been smooth sailing? WELL…I spoke too soon. On Monday, October 2nd I was admitted to the hospital after my cervical sonogram came back worrying the doctors because my cervical length was too short. All in all it was a scary 48 hours but I am back home (obvs since I recorded this episode) and wanted to take this time to share the story with you and again share the IMPORTANCE of surrounding yourself with positive stories when in a crisis. As...2023-10-1033 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG) The Fear of Trying Again After a MiscarriageThis week's episode is a solo with Meg (me, hi!) after I received such a heartfelt message from a listener, who said “We are preparing to start trying again and I am terrified. Excited for a new chapter, but also so scared of something going wrong again. I am learning to trust that my body can do this.” After reading this I knew that this is exactly what I needed to speak on this week, because I SO VIVIDLY remember this feeling when we started trying again, and it just ramped up when we got pregnan...2023-10-0329 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Finding Out We’re Pregnant…With TWINS! Pregnancy After Miscarriage & TraumaThis episode is a fun one, and shares a bit about our fertility journey, and what it was like finding out we were pregnant and then finding out we were pregnant with TWINS, especially during a traumatic time of losing both our father’s within 15 months. Our twin boys are truly such a shining light for us, and we could not be more excited about welcoming them into this world, but the journey to get here has NOT been easy and is oftentimes a process that drives couples apart. But it actu...2023-09-2656 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Our Miscarriage Story & Navigating Marriage While Dealing with GriefYou know that phrase, “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”? Well that must make us incredibly strong, because the last few years have tested us beyond belief. But in the end our marriage truly has gotten stronger with each hardship that’s been thrown our way. In this episode we share our trying to conceive journey and how it feels like it’s taken forever to get to the point we’re at: pregnant with twins. We hope this episode provides some inspiration for those who’ve suffered...2023-09-1943 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Our Weekly Marriage Meeting BreakdownThis was a HIGHLY requested episode, and for good reason. Our weekly marriage meeting is something that has truly transformed our relationships, in all areas: finances, communication AND intimacy. This is something that our last two coaches had introduced us to, so shout out to Jillian Turecki and James and Angela Mitchell from Love Intentionally (we’ll link their accounts below). In this episode we break down… How often we conduct our meetings The agenda for most of our meetings How we handl...2023-09-1239 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Our Marriage Separation Part 3: The Reunion & Getting Back TogetherIn this episode we dive into the last part of our separation series: the reunion. AKA what was it like when we got back together. As we say in the episode, recording this now is SO interesting because we’ve been BACK together for three years; so we’ve grown so much more since that time period. But we have gotten so many questions about what that initial reunion time is like, and what to possibly expect, so we’re diving into it in this episode. We a...2023-09-0552 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Our Marriage Separation Part 2: The Time ApartIn Part 2 of our separation series we’re diving into the actual time we spent separated. We touch on things like… Rules/boundaries we had in place during the separation What our communication was like during the separation What we did during our time apart to improve ourselves (and in turn strengthen our marriage) As we say multiple times throughout this episode, we have had SO much help from professionals over the last few years, and understand what a privilege that is. This is why we...2023-09-0535 minMeg And Mike Do Marriage(MEG & MIKE) Our Marriage Separation Part 1: The Lead UpIn Part 1 of our 3 part separation series, we are diving into WHY we decided to separate and what led up to us making the decision to take time apart. As we say in this episode many, MANY times…this decision was NOT an easy one or one that was made quickly. We also didn’t do this alone, but had a relationship coach guiding us every step of the way. We share this in hopes that it helps you not feel alone if you’re struggling with similar issues, and possibly to help you...2023-09-0531 minMeg And Mike Do MarriageWelcome to Meg and Mike Do Marriage!After separating for six months and on the brink of divorce, Mike and Meg Bayen were able to completely transform their marriage. This podcast is going to span everything from what led to their separation, how they approached their time apart and how they keep their marriage strong today, especially as entrepreneurs pregnant with twins! As always, we SO appreciate you taking the time to share the episode with your friends and rating and reviewing us. It means A LOT and will help us put out even more content for you! 2023-08-3113 min
Business Not As Usual with Megan YelaneyHow a Separation Saved My MarriageThis episode of The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast is a bit different. My husband, Mike Bayen, is joining me to talk about why we chose to separate and how that transformed our marriage. Separating was one of the scariest and hardest things I’ve ever done, but we can both say that we’re so thankful we did it. Join the Get More Clients Free Challenge starting on 4/26: https://meganyelaney.com/challenge/ In the episode, we talk about: The background of our relationship Why we decided to separate How we came back together and what...2021-04-051h 14