Bringing Baby Home: The Long Days and Short Years of New Parenthood

Welcome to Episode 28 of On the Ground Parenting! Hosts Sandy, Sam, and Kelly take a trip down memory lane to discuss the beautiful, exhausting, and often overwhelming reality of bringing a new baby home. Whether you are currently expecting, holding a newborn, or reflecting on your grown children, this episode dives into the "on the ground" truths of those early days. The team shares their personal war stories, from Kelly's experience with twins and pajama days, to Sam's complex journey of bringing a newborn into a home with a two-year-old and a four-year-old. They explore the weight of judgment that often follows new parents—whether it's about breastfeeding in public or the controversial topic of letting babies "cry it out". This episode is a warm embrace for new parents, offering the reminder that while the days are long, the years are short, and finding a supportive team is essential for navigating the curveballs of infancy! Support On the Ground Parenting This podcast is produced by Muskoka Family Focus, a registered Canadian charity. We rely on your generosity to keep these conversations free for all families. Join our Patreon: Connect with our hosts at https://www.patreon.com/cw/OnTheGroundParenting Make a Donation: Visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/muskoka-family-focus-and-childrens-place/  to show your support. Connect with Us: Find all our resources and ways to ask questions at linktr.ee/onthegroundparenting. On the Ground Parenting is produced and published by Red Juice Studio.