Long Story Short with Nicole Pellegrino

What happens to your marriage when you have four kids in a very short amount of time? Tarah and EJ Kerwin know firsthand. This week, I’m joined by Tarah and EJ—licensed therapists, co-founders of the Relationship Renovation Counseling Center, & co-hosts of the Relationship Renovation podcast —to talk about what it actually takes to stay connected after kids. They share their own story of having four young kids back-to-back and how becoming parents changed their relationship, then give us the therapist-approved tools they use both personally and professionally. We talk about how to “triage” a situation when you’re seconds away from blowing up on your spouse, how two people can experience and respond to the exact same stress completely differently, and how to communicate when you’re both exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on empty. We also get into resentment, repairing after a fight, understanding your partner’s stress response, and the small things couples can do to protect their relationship in the chaos of raising kids. Xoxo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hellooooo beautiful gals!! If your baby’s sleep schedule (or lack thereof) has you spiraling… this episode is for you. I sat down with a sleep consultant to break down everything—from sleep hygiene and the science behind infant sleep, to how to actually get your baby to nap (without a 45-minute battle) and sleep better at night. We talk about the habits you should be instilling early, what really matters (and what doesn’t), and how to soothe your baby without relying on the pacifier. Plus, we’re busting some of the biggest myths around baby sleep that might be keeping you stuck. Whether you’re deep in the newborn trenches or trying to fix short naps and night wakings, this episode will leave you feeling informed, confident, and way less alone. Long story short… your baby doesn’t HAVE to be a “bad sleeper”. Xoxo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hellooooo beautiful people! We’re back this week with another amazing guest episode featuring Certified Holistic Nutritionist (and fellow girl mom!) Sam Levin. We’re talking all things postpartum nutrition—how to eat well, feel good, and maybe even lose weight… all while breastfeeding (??). Sam shares her super inspiring journey—from climbing the corporate ladder to leaving it all behind to build her own thriving business for a more flexible life as a mom. She also opens up about her two weight loss journeys, including one while breastfeeding… because yes, apparently it is possible (news to me, LOL). We get into practical tips for navigating postpartum hunger, healthy meal and snack ideas for busy moms on the go, and how to approach weight loss in a way that actually feels sustainable. And of course, we talk mindset—because having a healthy relationship with food can feel extra hard postpartum… especially when you’re running on one brain cell and zero sleep. This episode is packed with honesty, vulnerability, and tangible tips for anyone trying to look and feel their best in their postpartum era. Xoxo 💕 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of Long Story Short, we have the one and only board-certified baddie (and pediatrician), Dr. Amanda Kravitz, answering alllll of our most pressing new-parent questions. We get into what it’s actually like being a pediatrician in today’s chaotic world, navigating different family dynamics (spoiler: mom is usually right), and yes… we’re talking vaccines. Dr. Kravitz breaks it all down in a way that’s clear, honest, and not fear-inducing. Then we play a little role-playing game where she teaches us exactly how to respond to those well-meaning but wildly annoying comments from friends and relatives when it comes to protecting your baby’s health. We also cover: – Baby sleep (how to actually get more of it) – Skin concerns like eczema + cradle cap – Sun safety tips for your little one – And so much more If you’re a new parent (or about to be), this episode is a must-listen. Xoxo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hiii my beautiful people - we're finally back!! Again, better late than never. We're getting into a rhythm, I promise, back to weekly VIDEO episodes every Wednesday so so soon. Let's just say I underestimated the lack of time i'd have in my postpartum stay-at-home-while-also-working-mom era. But don't fear, help is on the way!! I get super vulnerable in this episode about all things postpartum, including the massive identity shifts happening. We also chat about the positives of how motherhood has already changed me for the better in so many ways - yay! Love you all! xoxo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ok exciting news - we’re finally BACK and here to STAY. This week we talk about how two things can be true at the same time: your husband could be the most perfect love of your life who you’re genuinely obsessed with, but you might also want to kill him after you have a baby. And that’s OK!! We’re normalizing it by reading all your hilarious postpartum rage triggers and more. Love you guys!! Xoxo!! Follow us at @longstoryshortwithnicole and email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love you all so much! Xoxo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices