Episode 4 - Having a Baby During a Pandemic

Katie and Lee Ann banter about what's going on since at their respective houses, since quarantine is still in place. Here's some hints: Tiger King, Fitness, a Juice Cleanse, and Ath-Lounge-wear, just to name a few.
Then we talk to Katie's friend Mary about expecting a baby during a global health crisis. She's a good sport, but it does not sound fun.

Well, we’re back. Still in quarantine, thanks for asking. But we’re keeping occupied, whether we like it or not.
Highlights of our conversation include

Tiger King - Katie has strong opinions.

Lee Ann hasn’t watched Dexter. What is wrong with her?

Katie is turning into a hippie…sort of.

Lee is doing okay, but it looking for more ways to escape being around her kids, I mean, get fit.

We all just want to stay cozy, but like, somewhat presentable cozy.

Katie is losing it to Disney movies because…empathy.

Crying on purpose.

Our guest for this episode is Katie’s friend Mary. She’s very pregnant (~38 weeks when we spoke) and is going to have a baby during a global pandemic. We were wondering what that’s like and Mary did not disappoint.

What’s the plan and how is she feeling about these changes?

Dealing with guilt over disappointment.

Troubleshooting birth when you’ve got older kids at home.

Postpartum plans are different now.

Grandparent feelings

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