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2117: [Part 1] The S*** They Don't Tell You: 12 Things New Parents Need to Know by Dan Schmidt with Nerd Fitness

Mar 28, 2024

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Dan Schmidt from Nerd Fitness gives a raw look at pregnancy and early parenthood, debunking myths and sharing personal stories. Topics include struggles with conception, messy realities of pregnancy, emotional hurdles of childbirth, and the gradual bond with newborns. Advice includes empathy for fertility struggles, managing advice overload, and embracing unique parenting styles.

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Quick takeaways

Conceiving can be difficult, lasting months or years, while pregnancy is described as long, messy, and uncomfortable.

New parents may not instantly bond with their child, navigating contradictory parenting advice is challenging.

Deep dives

1. The Reality of Pregnancy Challenges

Getting pregnant and staying pregnant can be challenging experiences that some couples face. It may take months or even years for a healthy couple to conceive, and miscarriages, though not openly discussed, are common. Couples may undergo emotional stress during these times and should be supported.

Introduction

2min

Navigating the Realities of Pregnancy and Parenting

2min

Realities and Challenges of Pregnancy Discussed

2min

Navigating the Messy Realities and Advice Overload of New Parenthood

3min

Navigating the Complexities of New Parenthood and Finding Your Unique Parenting Style

4min

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Episode 2117:

Dan Schmidt from NerdFitness.com shares a raw and unfiltered look at the realities of pregnancy and early parenthood, debunking common myths with personal anecdotes and expert insights. His engaging storytelling arms future parents with the truths seldom spoken about, from the challenges of conception to the messiness and emotional rollercoaster of bringing a new life into the world.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/the-shit-they-dont-tell-you-12-things-new-parents-need-to-know/

Quotes to ponder:

"It can take months, even years, for a perfectly healthy, young couple to conceive."

"Pregnancy is long and messy - everything hurts."

"You may not love your child straight away, and that’s totally OK."

Episode references:

UpToDate on Miscarriage: Very Common: https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/solutions/uptodate

NHS on Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: https://www.nhs.uk/

Pregnancy Birth Baby on Adoption and Foster Care: https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/how-does-foster-care-work

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health on Practice: https://psychhealthandsafety.org/self-care-project/

NaPro Technology for Understanding Infertility: https://naprotechnology.com/

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Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage & Parenting

2117: [Part 1] The S*** They Don't Tell You: 12 Things New Parents Need to Know by Dan Schmidt with Nerd Fitness