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Ep 28 - Hope Is Here - How a 5K Became a Turning Point in My Postpartum Healing
Jill and Bobby share the powerful story behind the Sounds of Silence and Hope Is Here 5K events—and how something as simple as walking became a life-changing act of healing, advocacy, and community. Jill reflects on...
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Ep 27 - What happens if Bonding Doesn’t Happen Right Away?
In this tender and deeply honest episode, Jill and Bobby revisit one of the most emotionally loaded questions new parents often face: “Why don’t I feel connected to my baby yet?” Drawing from a personal excerpt in...
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Ep 26 - The Truth About Bonding: Sometimes It Comes Later
Jill and Bobby get real about a topic that many moms feel but few talk about—what if you don’t feel connected to your baby during pregnancy? In this open-hearted episode, they unpack Jill’s personal story of...
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Ep 25 - Why Can’t I Believe I’m a Good Mom?
In this heartfelt episode, Jill and Bobby dive deep into a question that so many new parents ask themselves but are often too afraid to say out loud: What if I don’t feel like a good mom? Through a vulnerable...
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Ep 24 - Feeling Like a Failure After Birth? You're Not Alone
In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Jill and Bobby open up about the emotional weight of the first few days after birth—particularly the overwhelming feelings of failure, isolation, and pressure that so...
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Ep 23 - The Question Every Parent Faces: What if I don't feel like I'm going to be a good parent?
Jill and Bobby dive deep into the universal question every new parent grapples with: "Am I a good parent?" From pregnancy through toddlerhood, self-doubt often creeps in, leading us to question our abilities. Jill...
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Ep 22 - When You’re Happy but Not Happy: Accepting That Pregnancy Isn’t Always Joyful
Jill and Bobby open up about the emotional complexity of early pregnancy, especially the disconnect between outward joy and inward uncertainty. They reflect on how happiness and doubt can coexist, why the “shoulds” of...
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Ep 21 - Navigating Feeding Challenges and Trusting Your Instincts
Jill and Bobby dive into a raw conversation about their challenges with feeding their son, Declan, and how they struggled to get the proper care and attention from medical professionals. They share their experience of...
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Ep 20 - Seeing Postpartum Struggles on Screen & In Real Life
Jill and Bobby reflect on their experience attending the premiere of Behind the Joy, a powerful film directed by Jamal Smart that highlights the reality of postpartum mental health struggles. They discuss the film’s...
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Ep 19 - Healing from Birth Trauma & Exploring New Options
In This Episode: Jill and Bobby dive deep into their personal experiences with childbirth and the emotions surrounding their first cesarean birth. They reflect on Bobby’s fears during Jill’s C-section, their growing...
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Ep 18 - How A Movie Helped Us Talk About Postpartum Mental Health
In this episode of the Mama Outspoken podcast, hosts Jill and Bobby share their experiences as first-time parents navigating toddlerhood. They begin with their highs and lows of the week, discussing the challenges...
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Ep 17 - Pregnancy and Pandemic: What We Wish We Knew
Join Jill and Bobby, hosts of the Mama Outspoken Podcast, as they share their highs and lows of the week, recount experiences of their first pregnancy during the COVID-19 lockdown, and discuss the value of prenatal...
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