Moms of the Millennium
Join millennial moms Rosie and Sarah every month as they dive headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and utterly exhausting reality of raising tiny humans. We cover modern parenting challenges with reviews of parenting books because we know you don't have time to read them!
From navigating toddler tantrums and surviving sleep deprivation to deciphering screen time debates and trying to have a coherent conversation with a spouse, "Moms of the Millenium" is your monthly dose of real talk, relatable stories, and practical-ish advice.
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Moms of the Millennium
Parenting Book Cliff Notes: Expecting Better
Ready to stop stressing about every pregnancy rule? Join Sarah and Rosie, as they tackle Emily Oster's highly-debated book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know. Or is the conventional wisdom right actually?
In this episode, we provide a full summary of the book's core arguments. While we appreciate the call for data-driven pregnancy, we also ask the tough questions: Does the data tell the whole story? Is Emily Oster's confidence misplaced? And is this statistical approach always the best way to make deeply personal maternity choices?
Inside Our Critical Review & Summary:
- 📊 The Data Dilemma: We dissect Oster's analysis of pregnancy risks and discuss whether relying strictly on observational data truly empowers or just oversimplifies complex issues like caffeine during pregnancy and alcohol consumption.
- 🍣 The "Forbidden" List: Get our take on the book's controversial findings about sushi, deli meat, and wine—we separate the helpful insights from the parts that might need a second look for pregnant individuals.
- 🤰 Beyond the Numbers: We share personal experiences and acknowledge the emotional weight of pregnancy decisions that go beyond a simple calculation of statistical probability.
This episode is for expecting parents, first-time moms, and anyone seeking a balanced, critical review of Expecting Better. Stop blindly following every guideline and start making truly informed pregnancy decisions!
Listen now to hear our honest, no-holds-barred discussion and get the critical summary you need!