We're Having a Baby!

Published: Jan. 3, 2020, 10:06 p.m.

b"Your host, Caity, has some big news to share!\\xa0 You won\\u2019t be hearing from her as much on the upcoming season six, because she'll be on maternity leave. That's the inspiration for this week's episode:\\xa0pregnant people are given a LOT of advice about what to eat, what not to eat, and how their tastes and bodies will change. There are suddenly so many rules and expectations \\u2013 and a lot of conflicting recommendations \\u2013\\xa0 that it can be really overwhelming.\\xa0 Add to that your brain being piloted by a tiny alien, plus morning sickness, heartburn, and lots of other surprises, the act of nourishing yourself in pregnancy gets pretty complicated. This week, we tackle cravings, legends, and the myths and misunderstandings that land certain foods on the forbidden list."