Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting

Laura Birek and Shanna Micko have been recording Big Fat Positive since 2018, and with 441 episodes under their belt, they've basically documented their entire parenthood journey in real time -- starting from when they were both eight weeks pregnant. The name comes from the moment you see that positive pregnancy test, and the show has kept that same candid, slightly giddy energy ever since. This is a dual-host conversational podcast, and the chemistry between Laura and Shanna is the real draw. Listeners consistently describe them as feeling like two best friends who happen to be talking about parenting. Episodes run 45 minutes to an hour, drop every Monday, and combine personal stories with product recommendations, tough parenting discussions, and genuine humor. The Comedy genre tag is well-earned -- these two are actually funny, not just "mom humor" funny. Recent episodes have gone places you wouldn't expect, like the history of old-school pregnancy tests and honest discussions about behavioral challenges as their kids get older. They bring in expert guests for deeper topics around mental health, child development, and medical questions, but the backbone of the show is really their friendship and willingness to share embarrassing, real-life parenting moments. With a 4.7-star rating from 482 reviews, BFP has one of the most dedicated listener communities in the parenting podcast space. It's especially great for first-time moms who want to feel less alone during pregnancy and those early overwhelming months. The long back catalog means you can start from your current stage and binge forward.