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Millennial MomsEp. 86: Our Final EpisodeJoin Olani and Tori as they close out their last episode. Tori talks about the transition from being a mom of one to being a mom of two. Olani catches up on family life and how her toddlers mood shifts have an impact on her mental well-being. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! EPISODES WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE AFTER JANUARY 10, 2025.2024-11-1235 minMillennial MomsThank You For ListeningOlani shares her thanks to all the listeners and gives an update on why the podcast will no longer be available after January. No new episodes will be released after episode 86 : ( Episodes will be available to listen to until January 10, 2025. 2024-11-1204 minMillennial MomsEp. 85: Tori's Birth Story (for Baby Two)Join Olani and Tori as they talk about Tori’s birth story! Baby number two has finally arrived and Tori discusses how this birth was completely different from her first delivery. Olani and Tori did share news that the podcast will be coming to a close - the next episode (Ep. 86) will be the final episode. You can continue listening to the podcast through the end of the year. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gm...2024-10-3041 minMillennial MomsEp. 84: Advocating For Your Child & People PleasingJoin Olani as she catches you up on life lately. She talks about how everyone in the house was sick and how she has recently been advocating for her son. Olani closes with people-pleasing and how silly it is that she and others are too afraid to voice their dislike for something! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-10-1618 minMillennial MomsEp. 83: Tori’s Hospital Bag & Other Preparations for Baby TwoJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about what Tori is packing in her hospital bag as a second time mom and if she is feeling more or less prepared! They also discuss Tori being ready for this baby to vacate, what her plan is for when baby comes, and what she’s most excited to eat after giving birth. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-10-0228 minMillennial MomsEp. 82: Napping is HardJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up this week on pacifiers and nap time! Olani talks about how it’s going with dropping the pacifier cold turkey. She also shares her struggles with dropping from two naps to one nap per day. Spoiler alert: things could be going better. They wrap up talking about Disney and conversation on choosing still or sparkling water. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-09-1833 minMillennial MomsEp. 81: Goodbye Pacifiers, Potty Training Update, and the Rise of "No"Join Olani and Tori as they update you on life lately! Olani covers the abrupt and surprising reason why they have to end the use of pacifiers. She also talks about three grueling days of car trips. Tori gives us an update on how the three day intensive potty training has gone. She also tells us some of her toddlers favorite new words - “no” and “mine.” And find out how Tori is doing in the last month of her pregnancy. The random question at the end of the episode has the girls talking all about sports! Follow along on Insta...2024-09-0447 minMillennial MomsEp. 80: Luca Turns TwoJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about Luca turning two! Tori also catches us up on potty training and Luca’s involvement with Baby 2. They also discuss choosing a baby name before the baby is born and worrying the name not being “right” once the baby arrives. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-08-2131 minMillennial MomsEp. 79: Charging For PlaydatesJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss the topic of charging for playdates! Would you ever charge for a playdate? They talk about what they might charge for during a playdate. In Olani's random question of the week, Olympic dreams get brought into play! Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a change in the frequency of when episodes will be aired. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-08-0730 minMillennial MomsEp. 78: Tori's Third Trimester Catch-UpJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up on Tori’s pregnancy. Olani talks about her new struggle with post-breastfed boobs and her pre-pregnancy bras. Tori dives into how the second pregnancy has been harder for her than her first pregnancy! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-07-3136 minMillennial MomsEp. 77: Olani's Trip to The StatesJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up on Olani’s trip to the U.S. This is the first time Olani has been back in three years. The trip was packed with firsts for her little one - first flight, first wedding, first haircut, first ice cream! Tori and her husband also landed on a name for Baby #2! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-07-2434 minMillennial MomsEp. 76: Tips for Baby’s First FlightJoin Olani as she does a deep dive on how to travel with a baby on a plane! Hear about going through security with formula, breastmilk, and baby food. Learn what in-flight “amenities” airlines offer to babies. Wondering what to pack in your carry on? She covers that, too! This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you have upcoming travel plans. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.One tra...2024-07-1727 minMillennial MomsEp. 75: The Current Positives in LifeJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about the positives in their lives! They have spent enough time with their struggles, and want to remind themselves that there is still so much good going on in life, even when parenting is tough. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-07-1030 minMillennial MomsEp. 74: Am I Alone In My Struggles? Join Olani and Tori as they discuss their current struggles. Tori wasn't expecting to hit a snag in a certain stage of potty training. Olani is struggling to check items off of her never-ending to-do list, even though she's working on it non-stop. Do you relate to these struggles? Do you have tips? Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-06-2629 minMillennial MomsEp. 73: First Solo Trip as a MomJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about what it’s like to take a trip without your baby for the first time. Olani went on a girls weekend trip - her first trip away from her 14 month old baby! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-06-1926 minMillennial MomsEp. 72: Another ER Visit With No AnswersJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up on a crazy week. Olani is tired of taking her son to the ER, and never feels like she leaves knowing how to help her child. The gals discuss how financially different the ER is in each of their situations. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-06-1241 minMillennial MomsEp. 71: Preparing Your Child For a New BabyJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss getting your child prepared for a new baby. The gals talk tips and tricks, so if you’re expecting, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Stick around until the end of the episode and you will get four animated movie recommendations from Olani and Tori. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-06-0537 minMillennial MomsEp. 70: Baby SprinkleJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about a baby sprinkle (a baby shower for a second baby!) It turns out a sprinkle can be controversial?! They provide some ideas for what to get expectant parents for a second baby. Each episode ends with a random question, and this week you’ll hear two questions because Olani just couldn’t get her answer together for the first question. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-05-2941 minMillennial MomsEp. 69: Balancing Safety and AnxietyJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about keeping their children safe. They talk about how to teach their children about being safe without causing anxiety - come for discussion on this topic, not answers. Why is being a parent so hard? Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-05-2248 minMillennial MomsEp. 68: Tori is Pregnant!Join Olani and Tori as they talk about Tori’s big news! They talk about how she told her husband, how the dogs are taking the news, names, and how this pregnancy has been different from her first child, and more. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-05-1538 minMillennial MomsEp. 67: Old School Parenting & BIG NewsJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss an article on “old school parenting.” Get Olani’s hot take people who say their favorite season is summer. And be sure to stick around for the last ten minutes of the episode for some big news! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-05-0858 minMillennial MomsEp. 66: TantrumsJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss tantrums. What kinds of tantrums are their kids throwing? How do they resolve them? Olani talks about a short family trip to start, and to end the episode, the gals talk about the shows they are currently watching! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-05-0148 minMillennial MomsEp. 65: The End of a Breastfeeding EraJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about the end of an era. Olani has concluded her breastfeeding journey after a year and the gals discuss all the emotions that come with it. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-04-2444 minMillennial MomsEp. 64: Quick Catch Up With OlaniJoin Olani this week for a quick 15 minute episode as she catches you up on life lately. Mom and baby were sick last week and Olani talks about how hard it is to dig yourself out of the hole that you get into when you have a sick child. She also talks about finally doing something for herself - getting a haircut for the first time in over a year! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to...2024-04-1715 minMillennial MomsEp. 63: Solo Parenting, Birthdays, and More SicknessJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up on the last week. Olani tells us her husband has been away with work for five weeks, and they discuss the difficulties of solo parenting. You will also hear about birthdays and Olani's little one being sick again. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-04-1030 minMillennial MomsEp. 62: Mom GuiltJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss mom guilt. They each talk about things they feel guilty about - food and daycare are always hot topics! When does mom guilt end? Who feels mom guilt? Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-04-0345 minMillennial MomsEp. 61: Screen TimeJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss screen time! Find out how they manage screen time for their little ones. Naturally, they reminisce on how things have changed since the 90s! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-03-2736 minMillennial MomsEp. 60: How Do You Prepare For Parenthood?Join Olani and Tori as they talk about how they prepared during pregnancy and for everything that follows! Did they use apps, read books, purchase online guides? Olani and Tori thought they would prep in the same way, but they had very different approaches! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-03-2035 minMillennial MomsEp. 59: Ten Days of FeversJoin Olani and Tori as Olani talks about her challenging week. It’s been a medically challenging week full of viruses, fevers, and infections. Happy to report the little one is on the mend! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-03-1329 minMillennial MomsEp. 58: They Asked, We AnsweredJoin Olani and Tori this week as they answer questions from actual moms! They answer questions on everything from breastfeeding and cradle cap fixes to feelings of anxiety during pregnancy, secret IUDs, and postpartum bodies. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-03-0645 minMillennial MomsEp 57: No Heat in the House & Everyone is SickJoin Olani and Tori for a short and sweet episode this week. Both gals are sick this week and Olani has no heat in the house! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-02-2833 minMillennial MomsEp 56: Ear Infections & Daycare IllnessJoin Olani and Tori as they catch up on the past couple weeks. Tori talks about her son's chronic ear infections and ear surgery, and Olani talks about how everyone in the house is always sick since starting daycare. They also chat about Valentine's Day and the Super Bowl. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-02-2146 minMillennial MomsEp. 55: Military LifeJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about what life is like as a military spouse. They discuss what it has been like for Olani getting new assignments, finding housing in another country, moving, support networks, and more. As usual, Tori and Olani get off on a couple of tangents, but who doesn't love that? Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Do you have a question for the Millennial Moms? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-02-141h 00Millennial MomsEp. 54: Am I Ready to Have a Second (or First) Child?Olani and Tori talk about knowing when you are ready for a second child. They even discuss how they knew they were ready for their first child! The gals wrap up by getting off on tangents about Gen-Z slang and classic TV shows Olani hasn’t watched. Olani and Tori will be taking a quick pause from recording for the next two weeks due to scheduling issues. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-01-2451 minMillennial MomsEp. 53: Daycare + Tori's Dog StoryJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss daycare. How do you know when you're ready for daycare? How far in advance do you sign up? Why is it so expensive? They cover all these topics and more! Plus, Tori talks about finding a stray dog and helping find it a home! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-01-1048 minMillennial MomsEp. 52: New Year, Same UsJoin Olani and Tori as they ring in 2024 with open arms! They discuss the holidays, the New Year, and their "casual" resolutions, all while catching up on random things here and there. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2024-01-0336 minMillennial MomsEp. 51: Happy HolidaysJoin Olani and Tori as they talk about the holidays season. They discuss Elf on the Shelf, Christmas baskets, Christmas gifts, and more. Happy holidays from the Millennial Moms! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.*This episode is not ideal for little ears that have written letters to Santa this year* 2023-12-2037 minMillennial MomsEp. 50: All About Infant SleepJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss all things sleep. Sleep regressions, sleep training, nap time, struggles, and more! You know that piece of advice that says to sleep when the baby sleeps? Well, the girls have made an amendment to that piece of advice. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send a DM on Instagram or send an email to millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2023-12-1333 minMillennial MomsEp. 49: Traveling With a BabyOlani and Tori talk about traveling with babies. There are many stressors that come with traveling with little ones - from emotions to logistics! Why is there so much stuff to pack? Why does it take so much longer to get there? My baby is crying - does everyone hate me as much as I think they do? Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send us a DM on Instagram or email us at email at millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2023-12-0647 minMillennial MomsEp. 48: How Olani & Tori MetOlani and Tori talk about how they met and their friendship timeline. They get off on a few tangents, but they eventually get back on track. You’ll even find out why Tori said she didn’t like Olani’s husband the first time she met him! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send us a DM on Instagram or email us at email at millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2023-11-2948 minMillennial MomsEp. 47: Baby ShowersJoin Olani and Tori as they discuss all things baby showers! They give a few options for alternative baby showers if the traditional shower just doesn't do it for you, and they share their opinions on one specific portion of the baby shower that has got to go. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms! Want to hear about a particular topic? Send us a DM on Instagram or email us at email at millennialmomspod@gmail.com.2023-11-151h 02Millennial MomsEp. 46: Comparing You + Your Baby to OthersOlani and Tori talk about comparison. Even with the intention to not compare your child to others, it's hard not to do. It feels impossible to see a baby of the same age achieve a milestone your baby has not accomplished yet and wonder if you are doing something wrong. They also discuss comparing yourself to other mothers and influencers on social media. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms!2023-11-0851 minMillennial MomsEp. 45: A Frustrating WeekOlani and Tori have had a frustrating week. Olani has had trouble getting consistent naps with her little one, and Tori is battling her and her son being sick. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more of the moms!2023-11-0131 minMillennial MomsEp. 44: Sex During Pregnancy + After BirthOlani and Tori talk about sex and how it changes mentally and physically during pregnancy and after baby arrives. You might learn something new, or if you've already been there and done that, you can laugh along with them! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more day-to-day content!2023-10-2552 minMillennial MomsEp. 43: Breastfeeding, Part TwoJoin Olani and Tori for part two of the breastfeeding episode. They discuss the hard hitting questions: Will my boobs sag? Am I the only one who isn't a pro at breastfeeding in public? What is let down? Tori and Olani talk about the pumps they use and suggest a few products to help make breastfeeding a little more manageable! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more fun.2023-10-1849 minMillennial MomsEp. 42: Breastfeeding, Part 1Join Olani and Tori as they begin their deep dive on breastfeeding! Tori has finished her breastfeeding journey after one year with her son, and Olani is in the midst of her journey with her six-month-old son. They discuss the anxiety surrounding the emotional and physical sides of breastfeeding. Olani and Tori also touch on their experiences with lactation consultants, getting bit while feeding, formula, pumping, and so much more!2023-10-111h 03Millennial MomsEp. 41: Meet Your New Co-HostMeet the new co-host of Millennial Moms! Join Olani and Tori as Tori shares the journey of her impromptu induction. Leave us a rating and review as a welcome gift to Tori! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more day-to-day content.2023-10-0448 minMillennial MomsEp. 40: Olani Reacts to Parenting AdviceIn this short episode, Olani gives her take on common parenting advice and the social media concept of “only having 18 summers with your children.” She also shares a fact that she learned about postpartum depression and how late it can be diagnosed. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more behind the scenes fun!2023-09-2717 minMillennial MomsEp. 39: Josie's Last EpisodeFor Josie's last episode, Olani quizzes Josie in a quick game of baby trivia! They look back on Josie's time with Millennial Moms and share a few laughs along the way. What will you miss most about Josie co-hosting? *This is not the end of the podcast -- Olani will be back next week. Follow along for more fun on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast 2023-09-2035 minMillennial MomsEp. 38: My Rare Cancer (With a Good Outcome)Remember the mass Olani had during her pregnancy (Episode 12)? It came back from testing with an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Olani discusses how she found out, treatment, and the mental difficulties surrounding the journey. 2023-09-0652 minMillennial MomsEp. 37: Maternity Care Discrimination & The Worry Behind Baby PowderJosie brings a couple articles to this episode that are quite shocking. Olani and Josie discuss a report on mistreatment during maternity care and harmful ingredients that you may find in baby powder and make up products!2023-08-3034 minMillennial MomsEp. 36: Catching Up on Random Postpartum ThoughtsAfter weeks of having a lot going on, Olani and Josie catch up on random thoughts that they have never got around to talking about on the podcast. Why do homes with babies always smell a certain way? Does breastfeeding have a correlation to losing fat in other body parts? Tune in to find out. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more fun!2023-08-2337 minMillennial MomsEp. 35: Josie's Last Days in EnglandOlani and Josie recap and reflect on Josie’s last week in England. Lots of tea was had and tourist sights were seen! Follow along with us on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more fun.2023-08-1638 minMillennial MomsEp. 34: Postpartum Hair LossOlani talks about her experience with postpartum hair loss and how it has been more mentally challenging than expected. Follow along with Olani and Josie on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast2023-08-0917 minMillennial MomsEp. 33: London and High Tea With a BabyOlani and Josie have finally done a little local traveling together! They talk about their quick day trip to London and an afternoon of street markets and high tea in a cute little nearby town. How did Patrick do? Listen to find out! Follow along with Olani and Josie on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast2023-07-2642 minMillennial MomsEp. 32: Our Chaotic Trip to the Garden CenterOlani and Josie are in person again this week as they catch up on what has been happening since Josie’s arrival in England. Josie talks about what was supposed to be a “quick, easy” trip to the garden center and discusses the biggest challenge this week. This episode may be shorter, but it is packed with some chaotic energy! Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more!2023-07-1932 minMillennial MomsEp. 31: Reunited in EnglandOlani and Josie are recording together in person for the first time ever! Josie has made it over to England and they chat about what has surprised Josie the most, and what has been her biggest challenge and her most fun moments so far. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast !2023-07-1235 minMillennial MomsEp. 30: Our Most-Used Baby ProductsOlani and Tim discuss their most used baby products! They cover categories for post-delivery comfort, nursing, bottle feeding, changing, things you put your baby in (stroller, car seat, etc.), clothing, baby care, and more. This episode is perfect for expecting parents or new parents. Know any new parents? Have them give this episode a listen! Follow along with us on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more fun.2023-07-051h 03Millennial MomsEp. 29: Josie Is Visiting England Josie is going to be visiting Olani in England - and it has been about two years since they have seen each other in person! Olani asks Josie what she is most excited about, least excited about, and so much more. Follow along on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast2023-06-2838 minMillennial MomsEp. 28: How To Take Care of Pregnant Friends and First-Time ParentsOlani and Josie start the episode off by catching up on postpartum hair loss, hygiene, hydration, and - of course - the baby. The meat and potatoes of this episode consists of how to take care of your pregnant friends and the first-time (or second-time, or third-time) parents in your life! Follow along with them on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast and don’t forget to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. 2023-06-2148 minMillennial MomsEp. 27: Partner Support & Tips With TimOlani and her husband, Tim, talk about what it is like being first-time parents. They discuss post-birth recovery, breastfeeding, changing diapers, and sleep schedules. You’ll hear some tips and tricks, so this episode is a must for you and your partner if you are expecting! Please leave us a rating and review. Be sure to follow along with us on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast2023-06-1439 minMillennial MomsEp. 26: Maternity Pictures, Shots, & BiologyOlani and Josie start this episode off talking about… nuts and baseball?! Olani recalls her husband having to give her 40 shots at home, which was mostly painless! Then Josie and Olani discuss maternity pictures and an interesting biology theory about babies and fathers. Don’t forget to leave a rating! Follow along for more content on Instagram at @millennial.moms.podcast 2023-06-0750 minMillennial MomsEp. 25: Postpartum Surprises & Trying Breast MilkOlani takes Josie by surprise by telling her about postpartum bleeding. Josie discusses milk banks and how they work, which leads them to discuss breastfeeding and trying breastmilk. Would you try your own breast milk?2023-05-3145 minMillennial MomsEp. 24: Newborn Tips and Why Bouncing Back is BSOlani and Josie discuss the important things, like how many times in a day Olani has been peed on, or why neither of the girls can drink enough water. Get Olani’s tips for first-time parents wanting to venture out with their baby for the first time. They close with talking about the expectations society puts on people to “bounce back” from a pregnancy, and how we need to chill the f*ck out with that mentality.2023-05-2451 minMillennial MomsEp. 23: Life With a NewbornOlani is here to talk about life with a newborn and apologizes to all the parents out there for a misconception she had before becoming a mom. She may sound a little tired to you, and that is all thanks to sleep deprivation! Josie asks Olani about her c-section recovery, breastfeeding, and how life with a newborn is going.2023-05-1752 minMillennial MomsEp. 22: Becoming A Mom: Olani’s Story, Part TwoThis is a continuation of Olani’s birth story from the previous episode (make sure to listen to Episode 21 first). Olani describes the rest of the whirlwind-of-a-day that was Patrick’s birthday, the day that followed (when they named him), and her thoughts on motherhood so far. Follow along on Instagram for updates @millennial.moms.podcast.2023-05-101h 07Millennial MomsEp. 21: Becoming A Mom: Olani’s Story, Part OneOlani is back on the podcast as an official new mom!!! She explains how life has changed with a baby, then details the day of the birth from her perspective. The full story is broken into two parts, so look out for part two next week! Follow along on Instagram for updates @millennial.moms.podcast.2023-05-0352 minMillennial MomsEp. 20: Becoming A Dad: Tim’s StoryOlani’s husband, Tim, shares the story of Patrick’s birth — from being woken up around 3 am, to the baby being born almost 13 hours later, and all the details in between. He talks about the hard, amazing, and surprising moments of being a dad, as well as his advice for new fathers. Follow along on Instagram for updates @millennial.moms.podcast.2023-04-261h 05Millennial MomsEp. 19: Aunt Josie & Uncle TylerJosie and her husband, Tyler, discuss everything related to becoming an aunt and uncle — the origin of the words, alternative aunt/uncle name options, cultural differences of the terms, and the importance of the roles that come with these new titles. Follow along on Instagram for updates @millennial.moms.podcast.2023-04-1925 minMillennial MomsEp. 18: Baby is Here! Reflecting with the Millennial Mom’s ParentsATTENTION…the baby has arrived (five weeks early)!!! In our first post-birth episode, Josie interviews Mom and Dad Allen about becoming first-time grandparents, the difficulties of not being on the same continent as the new family member and their daughter / son-in-law, and messages for Olani, Tim, and the baby. Follow along on Instagram for updates @millennial.moms.podcast.2023-04-1225 minMillennial MomsEp. 17: Lindsey's Pregnancy Journey, Part TwoJoin Olani and Lindsey for part two of Lindsey's story! Part two covers Lindsey's birth story-- how it was not what she had planned for-- and what came after her twins were born. If you missed part one, you can listen to Ep. 10 where she discusses her pregnancy journey.2023-04-051h 04Millennial MomsEp. 16: Third Trimester Mini UpdatesOlani and Josie catch up on a bunch of random updates. They talk about back pain, the enjoyment (or longing) of having a network of pregnant friends, sizing out of clothes, and checking to see if your insurance covers breast pumps! Follow along on Instagram for daily updates @millennial.moms.podcast2023-03-2946 minMillennial MomsEp. 15: Stressors of Getting PregnantOlani and Josie travel back in time to discuss what it was like for Olani getting pregnant (spoiler alert — it was stressful). They talk about how many fertile days you actually have per month, getting stuck in two week cycles of waiting, and how emotionally complex it was seeing pregnancy announcements. Follow along on Instagram for daily updates @millennial.moms.podcast2023-03-2250 minMillennial MomsEp. 14: Uncomfortable New Symptoms & Late-Blooming RegistryOlani is starting to feel those third trimester symptoms of discomfort. They discuss what took Olani so long to start a registry and how prepared she is feeling for the arrival of baby. Josie brings up an entry from their mom’s pregnancy journal and talks about how people only really know their parents as their parents – time to get existential!2023-03-1544 minMillennial MomsEp.13: The Millennial Mom's MomJosie and Olani sit down with their mom this week and cover a whole bunch of topics! Find out how pregnancy was different 30 years ago, learn a little about Olani and Josie as newborns, and who was the “better baby!” Follow us on Instagram @millennial.moms.podcast for more fun!2023-03-0849 minMillennial MomsEp. 12: Everything Foreign: Ireland, Mysterious Mass, and an ER TripOlani and Josie catch up on a doozy of a week. Olani talks about her weekend getaway and has some tips and tricks for pregnant travelers. Then Olani discusses how she stumbled across a piece of troubling medical information that her doctors never brought to her attention. There may or may not be a surprise ER trip in the mix, as well.2023-03-0149 minMillennial MomsEp. 11: Third Trimester, Maternity Clothes, & RegistriesOlani is officially in the third trimester! Josie and Olani had a lot to catch up on while Josie was away on vacation last week. They discuss common third trimester symptoms, maternity clothing, registry items, and more!2023-02-2252 minMillennial MomsEp. 10: Lindsey's Pregnancy Journey, Part OneWarning: This episode contains some discussion about miscarriage and infertility. While Josie is busy, Olani talks with our first guest, Lindsey, about her pregnancy journey. Lindsey discusses how she handled her miscarriage, infertility, and later getting pregnant with twins!2023-02-151h 06Millennial MomsEp. 9: Glucose Test, Workout Program, & February HappeningsOlani is 26 weeks and discusses her glucose testing, a new pregnancy-safe workout program, common symptoms, and a hack (kind of) for staying more hydrated during pregnancy. Josie covers fun February happenings – the Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day!2023-02-0841 minMillennial MomsEp. 8: Predicting Baby's Sex Using Old Wives Tales & Maternity Wear WoesOlani discusses common pregnancy symptoms at 25 weeks and giggles her way through a few random pregnancy struggles. Josie tries to predict the sex of Olani’s baby based on old wives tales! They end with their favorite things of the week and Josie has a solid recommendation for anyone looking for a dry shampoo that actually works.2023-02-0144 minMillennial MomsEp. 7: My Doctors Aren't Doing Their JobsOlani is 24 weeks pregnant! Josie discusses her experience with “Dry January” and wonders how Olani has experienced not being able to drink. Olani shares her frustrating appointment where the doctors missed several blood tests, including genetic testing. The episode is slightly heavier than usual, but it is reality. Josie ends the episode on a high note with the “favorite things” segment!2023-01-2544 minMillennial MomsEp. 6: Isolation, Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care, & Product ReviewsThis week, you will hear about a variety of topics! Olani opens up about feeling isolated from other pregnant friends and discusses helpful pregnancy products she has used. Josie covers an important topic of skin care safety during pregnancy. They also start a segment called “favorite things” and have some very strong opinions about sparkling water!2023-01-1846 minMillennial MomsEp. 5: Nesting & How to Comment on a BumpOlani is 23 weeks pregnant! Olani and Josie discuss common pregnancy symptoms at 22 and 23 weeks, and reveal a surprising fact about dairy! They also have a conversation about how to address someone’s bump and pregnancy nesting.2023-01-1145 minMillennial MomsEp. 4: Stressors: Food & Baby NamesOlani and Josie start off the episode talking about getting back into reality after the holidays. Olani quizzes Josie on if certain foods are “not safe” or “safe-er.” They also discuss the pressures of naming a child!2023-01-0445 minMillennial MomsEp. 3: Anatomy Scan & 20-Week UpdateOlani and Josie discuss New Year's resolutions and a few side effects of pregnancy that Olani forgot to mention in their previous chat. They also discuss Olani's anatomy scan, which is a big milestone in a pregnancy journey. Will there be a gender reveal on this episode? You'll have to listen and find out! Enjoy the last podcast of 2022, and tune in next week to start 2023 off right!2022-12-2846 minMillennial MomsEp. 2: First Trimester FeelsOlani and Josie catch you up on everything that has happened since episode one (which was about 6-7 weeks between recordings!). Olani talks about her early symptoms of pregnancy, and how she was NOT ready for a few unexpected side effects! To round out this episode, Olani discusses which books and apps she’s been reading/using throughout pregnancy.2022-12-2153 minMillennial MomsEp. 1: Welcome!Get to know Olani and Josie as they chat about what you can expect from the Millennial Moms podcast. They touch on pre-conceived notions, Olani's lack of shame, and they vow to cover ALL aspects of pregnancy- not just the beautiful side. If you can get through the awkward first couple of minutes, you're golden!2022-12-1431 minMillennial MomsMillennial Moms Trailer2022-12-1300 min