In this episode of the Mama Outspoken Podcast, Jill and Bobby zoom in on the partner’s side of the story and talk about all the unknowns of becoming parents. Bobby shares a passage from the book about what it was like to find out Jill was pregnant and realize how much was “up in the air.” Even with some understanding of the birth process, nothing could fully prepare him for what it would actually feel like to step into fatherhood. Together, they unpack why it so often feels like nobody is completely honest about what to expect and why every story you hear still can’t predict your own. They reflect on the swirl of advice from “50 different people,” the gap between head knowledge and lived experience, and the emotional and mental shifts that happen for both parents when a baby enters the picture. If you’ve ever felt unprepared, blindsided, or like you somehow missed a memo everyone else got, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Bobby’s perspective on finding out Jill was pregnant and realizing how much he didn’t know
• Why even good childbirth education and well-meant advice can’t fully prepare you for parenthood
• The unpredictability of pregnancy, birth, and parenting, even when you “know the process”
• How each person’s experience is unique, no matter how many stories they hear ahead of time
• The emotional and mental shifts that come with becoming a parent for both the birthing and non‑birthing partner

You’re not behind because you feel unprepared. You’re just human, stepping into something no one can fully map out for you. If this conversation sounds like your life right now, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Explore the Mama Outspoken Resources, and check out postpartumny.org for support and community.

If this conversation hit home and you want to stand with moms in a real, practical way, join me for the Hope Is Here 5k. You can walk or run with Team Mama Outspoken, or donate from wherever you are. It’s one simple way to tell moms, “You’re not alone in this.” All the details are at www.mamaoutspoken.com/teammamaoutspoken.

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us, check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York - you deserve support that sees you.

In this episode of the Mama Outspoken Podcast, Jill and Bobby take aim at a phrase so many moms hear: “You knew what you were signing up for.” Jill shares a powerful passage from her book about why that line hits so hard and why, in reality, most of us had no idea what we were walking into. From postpartum depression, anxiety, and rage to the everyday shock of how much motherhood asks of you, they unpack the myth that moms-to-be “know” what they’re getting into simply because they chose to have a baby. Together, Jill and Bobby talk about the silence around postpartum, the way expectations get shaped by half-truths and highlight reels, and what it would have meant for Jill to have “a Jill” when she was pregnant: someone telling the truth before she stepped into motherhood. If you’ve ever thought, “I should have known better” or “Everyone else seems to be handling this just fine,” this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why “You knew what you were signing up for” is such a harmful, inaccurate phrase
• How Jill’s real experience of postpartum clashed with what she’d been taught to expect
• The lack of honest, detailed conversations about the postpartum period and mental health
• The quiet shame many moms carry when motherhood feels harder than they were led to believe
• Why it’s not your fault if you didn’t “research more” or see it coming
• What it could look like to have more truth-telling voices for pregnant and new moms
• How Jill and Bobby are trying to be that voice now through the podcast, the book, and the Mama Outspoken Village

You didn’t fail because motherhood hit harder than you expected. You weren’t given the full story. If this conversation feels a little too familiar… if you’re walking through pregnancy or postpartum carrying guilt that you “should have known better,” you don’t have to untangle that alone.

Explore the Mama Outspoken Resources, and check out postpartumny.org for support and community.

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us, check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York - you deserve support that sees you.

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In this honest return to the Mama Outspoken Podcast, Jill and Bobby share why the show has been on a break and what brought them back to the mic.

They talk about losing Jill’s dad, walking through confusion around a possible miscarriage, and then finding out she is, in fact, pregnant again. Now around halfway through this new pregnancy, Jill opens up about intense symptoms, shifting capacity in her business, and what it’s like to feel the life being “sucked out of her” while people expect her to be glowing and grateful.

Together, Jill and Bobby sit with the questions: “Is it okay to hate being pregnant even when everything goes ‘right’?” and “Why don’t more women talk about the discomfort of pregnancy?” They unpack the pressure to appear joyful, the emotional dissonance of wanting the baby but struggling with the experience, and how grief and pregnancy can collide in the same season. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not loving pregnancy, this episode is for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why the podcast has been on a break and what’s changed since the last episode
• How Jill is navigating grief over her dad’s passing while carrying a new baby
• The reality of intense pregnancy symptoms: morning sickness, fatigue, insomnia, GERD, and more
• The pressure to “look happy” and glowing while your internal experience feels anything but
• The emotional dissonance of deeply wanting the baby but suffering through pregnancy
• How environment and community shape the pressure to perform joy (in‑person vs virtual life)
• The decision to shift into a once-a-month cadence and release guilt around doing less
• Reassurance that you’re not the only one who doesn’t feel comfortable in their pregnant body

You can be grateful for your baby and miserable in your body. You can be excited and scared. Hopeful and exhausted. Two things can be true at once.

If this conversation feels a little too familiar… if you’re walking through pregnancy or postpartum while also carrying grief, burnout, or a shift in what you’re capable of right now, you don’t have to process that alone.

Explore the Mama Outspoken Resources, and check out postpartumny.org for support and community.

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us, check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York - you deserve support that sees you.

• The emotional layers of deciding whether to have another baby after postpartum struggles
• How miscarriage impacts both parents differently - and how to navigate it together
• The importance of acknowledging grief, rest, and self-care after pregnancy loss
• Why talking about miscarriage and postpartum mental health matters
• How faith, community, and open conversation can help families heal
• The power of recognizing your body’s needs - physically, emotionally, and spiritually
• How Jill and Bobby are redefining what “trying again” means for them as a couple and as parents

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom who needs to hear it. 💛
Explore the Mama Outspoken Resources, and check out postpartumny.org for support and community. And don’t forget to RSVP for the Vision Board Party at MySexyBusiness.com - because creating is better together.

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us, check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York - you deserve support that sees you.

After an unplanned summer break, Jill and Bobby return to the mic to share how life, parenthood, and purpose have evolved. In this heartfelt episode, Jill reflects on her lifelong connection to the Postpartum Resource Center of New York (PRCNY) - from raising funds for it as a teen to relying on its support as a mom navigating postpartum struggles. Together, they unpack why organizations like PRCNY and Postpartum Support International are vital for families, what resources are available, and how faith and community can make healing possible. They also share their weekly highs and lows, offering a raw glimpse into the realities of kindergarten transitions, long work hours, and finding balance as a family.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How Jill’s childhood church mission became the foundation for her postpartum healing journey
• The story behind the Postpartum Resource Center of New York and why its work matters
• Why postpartum mood and anxiety disorders can impact anyone, no matter how many children you have
• The difference between “baby blues” and postpartum mood disorders
• Ways to find or recommend local and virtual postpartum support
• How small acts of advocacy - like sharing resources - can change another mom’s story

This episode is a beautiful reminder that what we pour into early on - whether through faith, community, or service - can one day pour back into us. The Postpartum Resource Center of New York stands as a lifeline not just for Jill, but for countless families who need to know they’re not alone. Whether you’re a first-time mom or a seasoned parent, this conversation encourages you to seek support, share your story, and stay connected to the resources that help you thrive.

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom who needs to hear it. 💛
Explore the Mama Outspoken Resources, and check out postpartumny.org for support and community. And don’t forget to RSVP for the Vision Board Party at MySexyBusiness.com - because creating is better together.

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us, check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York - you deserve support that sees you.

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 her first experience joining the 5K, what kept her from signing up for years, and how the Postpartum Resource Center of New York became a pivotal support in her own postpartum journey. Together, they open up about the ripple effect of showing up—whether it's on the beach at 8 months pregnant, holding space in conversation, or simply sharing the name of a resource another parent may need to hear.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why Jill hesitated for years before joining the 5K—and what finally got her to say yes
• How the Postpartum Resource Center of New York became part of her healing
• The emotional significance of walking while 8 months pregnant
• What it means to go from needing help to helping others
• How word-of-mouth and events like these can break the silence around postpartum struggles
• The impact of perinatal mood disorders in underrepresented communities
• Why simply showing up—imperfectly, emotionally, or tired—is more than enough

We never know who’s watching or listening when we share our story, and sometimes the most ordinary acts—like walking in a 5K—become extraordinary turning points. Whether you're local to New York or cheering from afar, you can join the mission by walking, donating, or simply sharing. Because hope is here—and it walks with us. 🧡

👟 Walk or run with us in-person. Register here https://postpartumny.org/25hope/
🤝 Donate to support moms in need here https://www.zeffy.com/team/mama-outspoken
📣 Share this message to help spread hope
Every step, every dollar, every share matters.
💥 Join or support Team Mama Outspoken because hope is here—and together, we can help a mama find it. 💛

We hope you'll join us next time!
—Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us—check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York—you deserve support that sees you.

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 Jill’s book Mama Outspoken, they open up about the fear, grief, and self-doubt that came with not bonding during pregnancy, and how postpartum experiences didn’t immediately “fix” it. Together, they explore the emotional weight of unmet expectations, the unpredictable nature of birth, and the surprising ways bonding can eventually bloom. Whether you're a parent who's been there or someone supporting one—you’ll leave this episode feeling a little less alone.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why not bonding during pregnancy is more common than we talk about
• How Jill’s cesarean birth and breastfeeding challenges shaped her early connection
• The role of COVID isolation and grief in shaping maternal expectations
• Bobby’s reflections on supporting Jill through her doubts and fears
• The emotional pivot from fear of not bonding to being “too bonded”

If you've ever questioned your bond with your baby or wrestled with the pressure to feel a certain way in motherhood—this conversation is for you. Jill and Bobby remind us that connection isn't always instant, and that's okay. Healing happens in layers, and no two journeys look the same. Whether you're in the thick of postpartum or reflecting back, this episode is a powerful permission slip to let go of timelines and lean into grace.

💛 Join Team Mama Outspoken for the Hope is Here 5K! 💛

This June 21st, I'm lacing up my sneakers—not because I’m a runner, but because I believe no mom should walk through postpartum struggles alone. The Hope is Here 5K supports the Postpartum Resource Center of New York, an organization that’s been part of my story and a lifeline for so many families.

Whether you’re a parent, partner, friend, or supporter, you can make a difference:
👟 Walk or run with us in-person. Register here https://postpartumny.org/25hope/
🤝 Donate to support moms in need here https://www.zeffy.com/team/mama-outspoken
📣 Share this message to help spread hope Every step, every dollar, every share matters.
💥 Join or support Team Mama Outspoken because hope is here—and together, we can help a mama find it. 💛

We hope you'll join us next time! —Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us—check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York—you deserve support that sees you.

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 navigating the emotional disconnect she felt while pregnant with Declan, the expectations that built up around bonding, and the guilt and confusion that came with it. They also reflect on how their birth experience shaped those early days and share a surprising professional insight from Jill’s background as a licensed funeral director. This episode is both validating and vulnerable, a true invitation to any mom who’s ever whispered, “What if I don’t feel it yet?”

In This Episode, You'll Hear:

• Why Jill wondered if her baby had a soul yet—and how that shaped her expectations around bonding
• How societal and peer pressure made her question her own instincts and feelings
• The role Jill’s background in funeral care played in her thinking about life, soul, and connection
• How postpartum expectations can add layers of guilt if bonding doesn’t happen instantly
• Why “the golden hour” after birth mattered so much—and what happened instead
• What helped Jill begin to process her feelings and eventually bond with Declan
• Why it’s okay if connection takes time—and how support groups and community can help

Not every mom feels an instant bond during pregnancy—and that doesn’t make you a bad mom. It makes you human. If this is your experience, know that you’re not alone. The Mama Outspoken Village is here to hold space for your story, without shame or pressure. And if this episode helped you feel seen, we hope you’ll share it with a friend who might need the same reminder.

💛 Join Team Mama Outspoken for the Hope is Here 5K! 💛

This June 21st, I'm lacing up my sneakers—not because I’m a runner, but because I believe no mom should walk through postpartum struggles alone. The Hope is Here 5K supports the Postpartum Resource Center of New York, an organization that’s been part of my story and a lifeline for so many families.
Whether you’re a parent, partner, friend, or supporter, you can make a difference:
👟 Walk or run with us in-person. Register here https://postpartumny.org/25hope/
🤝 Donate to support moms in need here https://www.zeffy.com/team/mama-outspoken
📣 Share this message to help spread hope Every step, every dollar, every share matters.
💥 Join or support Team Mama Outspoken because hope is here—and together, we can help a mama find it. 💛

We hope you'll join us next time! —Jill & Bobby

You are invited to find community with us—check out the Mama Outspoken Village here. To learn more or grab your copy of the book, head here. Remember, you’re not alone in this. One of our favorite resources is the Postpartum Resource Center of New York—you deserve support that sees you.