In this episode we’re excited to welcome our good friend and mom of 2 Melanie Blume. Mel lets us in on her experiences with pregnancy, delivery and parenting. When Mel went past her due date without any signs of her body going into labor, her doctor scheduled a C-section. We get a first-hand account of what it’s really like to have a baby via C-section (not once but twice!) including the challenges of caring for a newborn while recovering from major surgery. Mel also discusses her not-so-great experience with breastfeeding and how embracing formula improved her relationship with her daughter and with herself. Finally, she gives some helpful tips on how to navigate the always-tricky situation of introducing a toddler to a new baby.

On The Parent Wrap, we’re here to talk everything pregnancy and parenting - specifically the details and stories that are often swept under the rug. Whether you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant or a parent, we’re all about having those honest conversations so we can all feel a little more supported and a little less alone (and hopefully have some laughs along the way).

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