THE MILK

I’m in the final few weeks of pregnancy, and I still find myself trying to process the fact that I’m about to have a teeny tiny newborn in my arms so soon. This week, I thought it would be fun to prep together with one last little pregnancy Q&A. You submitted the questions, and I’m answering them.
And let me tell you… you all sent in such thoughtful, good questions. A few of them even made me pause and reflect on what I want for birth and postpartum, so truly, thank you for your service.
In this episode, we talk through VBAC fears, labor prep routines, sibling transitions, postpartum mental health, and the real-life logistics that make this whole season possible.

Questions We Cover:
Deciding on a VBAC/TOLAC after a prior C-section and processing birth trauma
Birth prep strategies, including walking, acupuncture, raspberry leaf tea, evening primrose, curb walking, the Miles Circuit, and colostrum collection
Whether siblings should meet baby at the hospital or at home
Anything I want to do differently this birth and postpartum
Who will be watching the kids while we’re at the hospital
How I’m mentally and physically preparing for birth in the final two weeks
What vaccines or medications I’m delaying after birth
Thoughts on placenta encapsulation
How to prep older kids for a new baby
Ways I’m preparing for postpartum
How we plan to divide kids and responsibilities with my husband
And more!

Thanks for hanging out with me this week- I'm so grateful you're here 
xo - Tayla

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Why does postpartum skin suddenly make you look so much more tired than you feel? Buckle up ladies, in this episode Tayla sits down with world-renowned facial plastic surgeon & doctor many of you know from Botched, Dr. Paul Nassif to talk about the real skin changes women experience during pregnancy and postpartum, and that overall “I don’t look like myself” feeling.
Dr. Nassif breaks down what’s actually worth your money when it comes to skincare and treatments, including hyaluronic acid, ceramides, vitamin C, niacinamide, lasers, peels, PRP, PRF, Botox, and more. He also shares his honest take on the beauty trends everyone is debating right now, including filler migration, preventative Botox, and even salmon sperm facials.
This is a practical, honest conversation for moms who want real answers on postpartum skincare, melasma treatment, under eye concerns, Botox, and aesthetic procedures without the pressure to "fix everything" 

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The scariest parenting moments usually don’t come with a warning. One second your baby is eating, playing, or fighting bedtime, and the next you’re trying to decide if it’s normal gagging, real choking, or something that needs CPR. I sit down with pediatric nurse, mom of three, and expert behind The Medical Mamas, Shayna Babb to get practical, calm, and specific about what to do when seconds matter during a child's medical emergency.

We unpack the important of CPR and choking education, and why “I’ll figure it out in the moment” is a dangerous plan. We talk through the most common choking hazards, the biggest mistakes to avoid (like blind finger sweeps), and the exact infant choking steps that could save your child's life. We also dig into her hot take on trendy dechoker devices, when they might help, and why your hands and knowledge should always come first and so much more.

More Of What We Discuss:
• why CPR and choking training matters because we are the first responder as parents
• how pediatric emergencies often start with sick lungs from RSV flu pneumonia and asthma 
• the differences between gagging versus choking 
• what NOT to do when a child is gagging
• a step-by-step demonstration of how to safely and effectively handle a choking emergency 
• why devices like dechokers can delay action if you do not practice  
• febrile seizures basics and the biggest misconception about them

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Help do all that you can to educate our community and save children's lives by sharing this episode with your family, friends, and any caretakers in your lives. 

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We're back with two episodes this week babes! We're here with a Part 2 with licensed psychologist, Dr. Bahaur Amini. A couple of weeks ago you ladies submitted your (anonymous) relationship questions and struggles in hopes of getting some professional insight. So today is the day- Dr. B dishes out some freebie advice and valuable tools to help talk you through the situations so many of us go through yet feel so alone in. 
We dig into high-stakes parenting disagreements like vaccines and medicine, how to stop "keeping score", what to do when resentment is the big elephant in the room, how to rebuild intimacy when you're constantly too tired, & so much more. 
More Of What We Discuss:
clarifying shared values before making high-stakes parenting decisions like vaccines and medicine 
the impact of banning “always” and “never,” 
making invisible labor visible with the Fair Play cards and dividing tasks more objectively 
a simple boundary rule for dealing with in-laws issues
date night expectations
 navigating one partner wanting another baby and making it a true joint decision 
exploring loss of attraction
 trying a reset code word to stop escalation and take a break 

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Today we're getting real about relationships after introducing a new bundle of joy. Having a baby is truly magical- it's a love you've never quite experienced and comes with so many of your highest of highs- but it would be a disservice not to acknowledge some of the lows that can come along with it. A baby can turn a “power couple” into two exhausted teammates who can’t stop bickering and don’t even recognize themselves. It can be one of the loneliest feels because not many people want to admit when their relationship is hitting some road blocks- why is there still so much shame around admitting our struggles when we so freely speak on our wins? Today I'm committed to unearthing all of this by sitting down with licensed psychologist and new mom Dr. Bahaur Amini. In this episode we dig deep discussing WHY conflict arises post-baby, how to navigate these challenges, the reality of disconnection & intimacy changes, & just how normal most of these experiences are. 
More Of What We Discuss:
• why relationship stress spikes after a baby: sleep loss, identity shifts, higher tension and less intimacy 
• how stigma and secrecy make conflict feel heavier than it is 
• the way childhood family models shape parenting expectations and create new friction 
• gender roles, paternity leave realities and the mental load that fuels resentment 
• control struggles and why letting your partner learn matters 
• feeling like strangers and using simple gratitude to rebuild connection 
• hyperfixation, postpartum anxiety and social media comparison spirals 
• communication templates that lower defensiveness and surface the real need 
• signs conflict is stuck and how to take a break without avoiding repair 

You can find Dr. Bahaur Amini at Aminipsychology.com to schedule a free consultation and to explore virtual sessions. (Mention her episode on The Milk!)

If you’ve been wondering whether this hard season will ever end, you’re not alone. Subscribe, share with your partner, and leave a review with your thoughts.

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