What To Expect

The crib is assembled, the car seat is installed, and those tiny onesies are washed and folded. But babies don’t come with instruction manuals, like cribs and car seats do. This week, pediatrician Dr. Lauren Crosby joins Heidi for a “bringing baby home” bootcamp. From the most common questions she hears from new parents, to baby’s first trip out, to what to expect in those early diapers, this episode will prepare you for those first few weeks with your newborn.

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This week, Heidi and Emma are covering your biggest questions about body image and weight gain during pregnancy. From the temporary and permanent changes, to keeping yourself and your pregnancy healthy as you and your baby grow, to how to love your pregnant body—this is a real conversation every pregnant woman can benefit from hearing.

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Hamilton’s Leslie Odom Jr. and Broadway star Nicolette Robinson are expecting their second child, a boy, this spring. This week, they join Heidi to talk about all things pregnancy and parenting. Leslie and Nicolette share how their 3.5 year old daughter, Lucy, is handling the news, how this pregnancy has been different from their first, and the surprising sympathy symptoms Leslie says he experienced during Nicolette’s pregnancy with Lucy. The couple also talks openly about postpartum depression, sex after baby, and breastfeeding.

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New year, new baby? If you’re visiting ‘What To Expect’ because you’re at the beginning of your baby-making journey, this week’s episode is for you. From what to expect at a preconception doctor's appointment, to the best ways to boost fertility and prepare your body for baby, Heidi and Emma have your planning for pregnancy needs covered - before you get busy!

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This holiday season might look a little different than you’re used to—but at What to Expect, we’re here to help make your holiday as festive, fun, and joyful as possible. This week, Heidi and Emma talk about what to expect during an unexpected holiday season – from how to safely get the cutest Santa photos with your little one, to the most thoughtful ideas for everyone on your gift list, from babies, to expecting and new moms, to grandparents. 

Go to www.whattoexpect.com/giving to find out how you can help families in need this holiday season.

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It’s one of the biggest questions you have during pregnancy: “Can I eat that?” Whether you’re wondering about Caesar salad, your favorite medium-cooked burger, turkey sandwich, soft cheese, or penne alla Vodka, Heidi and Emma are answering your biggest pregnancy-related food questions. You might be surprised to discover that baby-making can actually mix surprisingly well with the pleasures of eating.

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Close to one in three moms end up delivering via C-section. Scheduled for a C-section? Hoping to avoid one? Just plain stressed about the possibility you might need one or have questions about what to expect if you do? Wondering how different the recovery really is from a vaginal delivery? This week, Heidi is joined by Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Sarah Obican to walk through exactly what to expect if you need a C-section.

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There’s no sugar coating it - 2020 has been a difficult year. This week, Heidi and Emma are celebrating what so many pregnant women and parents did love about 2020. From enduring nausea from the comfort of your own home, to extra time bonding with a new baby - the silver linings are there if you know where to look for them. Heidi, Emma, and the whole What To Expect family are sending lots of love, hugs and so many wishes for a healthy, safe, and happy holiday season.

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Last week, we covered your sleep during pregnancy - but what about sleep after baby? Namely, for your newborn? This week, Heidi and Emma are diving deep into all things newborn sleep. How much, how often, how to do it safely, and when and how to start making bedtime routines that will help everyone in the family sleep more soundly.

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Sure, sleep deprivation comes with the new mom territory. But you might not have expected the sleepless nights to start while you’re still pregnant! This week, Heidi and Emma break down the biggest causes and solutions to pregnancy insomnia, so you can put those pregnancy sleep problems to bed once and for all. 

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This week, it’s all about birth plans. Do you need one? And what should go into it? And what happens when things don’t go according to plan? From choices about who’s in the room, to doulas, to epidurals, to what to do with your placenta and cord blood, this episode will help you feel even more prepared for the delivery room.

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Bonding with your brand-new baby. It’s supposed to be the easy part after the challenges of pregnancy and childbirth, right? For many moms, that’s not the case. This week, Heidi and Emma break down the realities of bonding with your baby, and what to do if it doesn’t happen right away.

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Tia Mowry has been part of our lives since she and her twin Tamera co-starred on the hit ‘90s series, Sister, Sister. Now, Tia is an author, producer, entrepreneur, wife, and mom of 2 adorable kids, Cree and Cairo. This week, Tia opens up to Heidi and Emma about the endometriosis symptoms and diagnosis that changed her pregnancy journey, the health challenges she faced during both pregnancies, and how she and her husband Cory have managed parenting during quarantine.

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Should you have sex multiple times a day when you’re ovulating? Is there an ideal time of day? What about lube? And what are the best ways to track ovulation to hit baby bingo? From scheduling sex to cervical mucus, nothing is off-limits in this hilarious and informative mother-daughter conversation dedicated entirely to TTC.

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Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has been serving for 14 years, first in the U.S. House of Representatives and now as the junior Senator from NY. And she’s served even longer as a mom – to 16 year old Theo and 12 year old Henry. Many of you may know Senator Gillibrand as a champion for women and families. This week, she joins Heidi to talk about the growing movement towards Paid Family Leave in America, alarming gaps in healthcare, the need for affordable childcare, and why it’s so important for every mom in America to register and vote this November.

Visit What To Expect’s #MomTheVote voter guide: https://www.whattoexpect.com/momthevote

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How much screen time is too much screen time? It’s one of the most popular questions Heidi gets asked, especially over the last several months. This week, Heidi and Emma break down the truth about screen time for your baby and toddler, no guilt allowed! Heidi and Emma share their different philosophies, the best way to use screens, and what the science says about TV, tablets, YouTube, and your little ones.

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This week, Heidi and Emma cover what to expect during labor and delivery. From how to know if you’re really in labor, to the right way to push, to the truth about pooping and tearing, this episode will help prepare you for the delivery room. In “Help Me Heidi”, Heidi reveals the best and worst at-home methods to induce labor and dishes on a funny anecdote featuring Chris Rock from the filming of the ‘What To Expect’ movie!

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Why is there so much guilt and pressure around breastfeeding? In this week’s episode, Heidi and Emma are shutting down breastfeeding shamers. Emma opens up about when she knew it was time to turn to formula, and Heidi answers your biggest questions about feeding your baby.

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"The View" co-host Sara Haines joins Heidi to talk about life as a working mom of three. Sara opens up about her philosophy on marriage and parenting, perinatal and postpartum depression, and how she handled internet trolling and body shaming during and after her third pregnancy.

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What should you expect if you’re pregnant during the pandemic? This week, Heidi is joined by maternal fetal medicine specialist Dr. Sarah Obican to answer your biggest questions about pregnancy in the time of Covid-19. Heidi and Dr. Obican break down all of the latest research, including prevention, changes in prenatal care, what you can expect in the hospital, recommendations for family visits, and much more.

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No news flash here: most pregnancies start with sex. But does pregnancy have to end sex? It’s one of the most common questions Heidi gets asked. From the safest and most comfortable sex positions during pregnancy, to the truth about toys, Heidi and Emma aren’t holding back with your biggest pregnancy sex questions.

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Heidi and Emma explain what you need to know about eating well when you’re expecting and answer some of the most common pregnancy-related food questions. What should you eat if you’re too sick to keep anything down, including your prenatal vitamin? What about heartburn and headaches? Or, are you wondering if your paleo, keto, or vegan lifestyles are safe for baby? Get ready to fill up on information about what to eat to stay healthy throughout your pregnancy and beyond.

Eating Well When You’re Expecting by Heidi Murkoff is available online and in bookstores everywhere.

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Could you or someone you love be suffering from postpartum depression or a postpartum mood disorder? How do you know the difference between PPD and baby blues? Heidi and Emma talk about the biggest warning signs of postpartum depression that often go overlooked. From treatment, to prevention, and how to ask for help, this is a conversation every expectant and new parent needs to hear. Emma also opens up about her experience with PPD after her second pregnancy.

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New mom Amy Schumer opens up to Heidi about suffering with hyperemesis gravidarum during her pregnancy. What was it like to perform standup after puking night after night? Amy and Heidi also discuss maternal health issues in America, Amy’s first year of motherhood, and Amy turns the table to ask Heidi her biggest parenting questions.

Watch Expecting Amy streaming on HBO Max.

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Congratulations - you’re pregnant! But, who should you tell and when? Heidi and Emma break down what you need to know about announcing your pregnancy, from your rights in the workplace to sharing ultrasound pictures, baby names, and social media gender reveals.

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When Heidi Murkoff wrote the book ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting’, she was pregnant with her daughter Emma. Her mission was simple: to help parents know what to expect, every step of the way. That mission has grown to include the world's bestselling pregnancy and parenting series and most popular pregnancy and parenting app. Now, Emma is a mom too—and they’re teaming up on the ‘What To Expect’ podcast to help you navigate your entire journey, from conception, to pregnancy, to the first years of parenting. Heidi and Emma break down your biggest questions, interview famous moms, and cover the issues you need to know about—from healthcare to childcare to maternal leave. Nothing is TMI, and nothing is off-limits! For more from Heidi and Emma, find them at @HeidiMurkoff, @EmmaBingWTE and @WhatToExpect.

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