No One Told Us
by Rachael Shepard-Ohta
Episode 115: Perimenopause, PMDD & What Women Need to Know with Dr…
About this podcast
No One Told Us the truth about parenthood. WHY?!
Welcome to No One Told Us, the podcast where we uncover the raw, unfiltered truths about parenthood. I'm your host, Rachael Shepard-Ohta, mom of three and founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby. Each week, join me as we dive deep into the joys, challenges, and surprises of raising children with a mix of expert insights, personal anecdotes, and candid conversations.
From navigating postpartum anxiety to mastering the art of making mom friends, and from introducing solids to tackling tantrums, we cover it all. Whether you're a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to resource for honest advice, relatable stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Join me as I sit down with experts in their fields, as well as friends, family, celebrities, and influencers, to share their experiences and wisdom on everything from sleepless nights to rocky relationships. No topic is off-limits, and no story goes untold on No One Told Us.
So grab a cup of coffee, pop in your headphones and join the conversation. This is the podcast everyone needed before they had kids- because now that those little ones are here, there's a lot to unpack. So let's pull back the curtain on becoming a first-time mom (or dad!) to share the good, the bad and the ugly. A little education, a little fun, and a whole lot of heart goes into each and every episode of No One Told Us to have you feeling less alone and way more empowered.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 131 episodes
- Episode 115: Perimenopause, PMDD & What Women Need to Know with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch · 53 minWhat if more women actually knew what to expect from perimenopause before they were in the middle of it? In this episode, Rachael sits down with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr…
- Episode 114: Rethinking the Mental Load & Teaching Kids to “Notice and Do” with Sam Kelly · 45 minWhat if we stopped waiting to be asked and started teaching our kids to notice what needs to be done? In this episode, Rachael sits down with therapist-turned-feminist coach Sam…
- Episode 113: Rethinking Picky Eating & Building a Healthy Relationship with Food with Jennifer Anderson · 47 minWhat does it actually mean to be a “picky eater,” and how can we help our kids develop a healthy relationship with food without pressure, shame, or anxiety? In this episode…
- Episode 112: Postpartum OCD, Intrusive Thoughts & Learning to Trust Yourself with Jenna Overbaugh · 56 minWhat happens when the thoughts that scare you most become the thoughts you can’t stop thinking about? In this episode, Rachael sits down with licensed professional counselor…
- Episode 111: Too Sensitive? Understanding Emotional Sensitivity, ADHD & Regulation with Dr. Sasha Hamdani · 52 minWhat does it really mean to be “too sensitive”? In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychiatrist, author, and ADHD expert Dr. Sasha Hamdani to unpack emotional sensitivity…
- Episode 110: Parenting the Spicy Kid with Mary Van Geffen · 49 minWhat does it really mean to parent a “spicy” kid? In this episode, Rachael sits down with parenting expert and author Mary Van Geffen to talk about strong-willed, sensitive, and…
- Episode 109: Parenting Wisdom from Around the World with Michaeleen Doucleff · 52 minWhat if many of the things we believe about parenting aren't actually universal? In this episode, Rachael sits down with journalist and author Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff to explore…
- Episode 108: The Power of Hobbying for Parents and Adults with Marina Cooley · 46 minWhat if making time for a hobby wasn't selfish but one of the best things you could do for yourself and your family? In this episode, Rachael sits down with writer and researcher…
- Episode 107: The Parenting Advice We Need to Unlearn with Fiona Weaver · 50 minWhat if the hardest part of parenting isn't your child's sleep, but the pressure to do everything "right"? In this episode, Rachael sits down with parenting educator and maternal…
- Episode 106: Rethinking Baby Sleep: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Pamela Douglas · 47 minWhat if your baby's sleep challenges weren't something to fix but a clue to better understanding their unique needs? In this episode, Rachael sits down with physician…
- Episode 105: Dad Brain Explained: The Science of Fatherhood with Dr. Darby Saxbe · 49 minWhat if becoming a dad changes the brain just as much as becoming a mom? In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychologist, researcher, and author Dr. Darby Saxbe to explore…
- Episode 104: Mom Brain Explained: The Science of the Postpartum Brain with Dr. Nikki Pensak · 39 minWhat if "mom brain" isn't something to laugh off, but evidence that your brain is undergoing one of the biggest transformations of your life? In this episode, Rachael sits down…
- Episode 103: Parenting Around the World with Elodie Ferchaud · 44 minWhat if raising your kids didn't have to look like everyone else's? In this episode, Rachael sits down with entrepreneur and Boundless Life founder Elodie Ferchaud for a…
- Episode 102: How to Protect Your Kids Without Parenting From Fear with Holly Choi · 41 minIn this episode, Rachael sits down with child safety educator and founder of Safe Beginnings, Holly Choi, to talk about one of the biggest challenges of parenting: keeping our…
- Episode 101: Why Good Enough Parenting Is Enough with Eli Harwood · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 101We're BACK for Season 2! In this kick-off episode, Rachael sits down with therapist, author, and attachment expert Eli Harwood (aka Attachment Nerd) to separate fact from fiction…
- Rewind: In-Laws and Tricky Relationship Changes After Baby with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish @drtracyd · 40 minHave you ever found yourself navigating a tricky situation with your in-laws? In this conversation, Rachael interviews Dr. Tracy, a psychologist and couples therapist, all about…
- Rewind: Reimagining Boyhood with Ruth Whippman · 51 minWhat does it mean to raise boys in a world where masculinity feels impossible to get right? This week on No One Told Us, Rachael is joined by author and cultural critic Ruth…
- Rewind: We Have Good Reason to Be Angry with Yara Heary · 42 minDid you feel totally unprepared for just how angry you might feel after becoming a mom? You’re not alone. In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychologist Yara Heary to…
- Rewind: How to Fight for Your Rights at Work with Daphne Delvaux · 49 minIn this episode, Rachael sits down with attorney and women’s rights advocate Daphne Delvaux to uncover what every working parent needs to know about their rights in the…
- Rewind: Fostering a Secure Attachment with Michelle Charriere · 42 minRachael chats with birth-to-five mental health specialist Michelle Charriere about what it really takes to build (and repair) a secure attachment with your child. They cover the…
