• Episode 4 The Best Letdown:Lost & Found: Grief, Misdiagnosis and Motherhood
    Feb 3 2025

    In this episode of The Best Letdown, we sit down with our longtime friend, Jade Irish, for a deeply honest and heartfelt conversation. Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of grief and infant loss.

    Jade shares her journey through motherhood, loss, and honoring her son Van’s memory. We explore grief, support, and everything in between. We’re so glad you’re here—take a deep breath, every drop counts, and be kind to yourself.

    Here are resources:
    🔗 American Diabetes Association
    🔗 T1 International
    🔗 Learn the commonly missed signs and symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes

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    46 mins
  • Episode 3 The Best Letdown: Linguistics, Motherhood, and the Power of Words
    Jan 27 2025

    In this episode of The Best Letdown, Whitney and Tasha chat with Dr. Rachel Weissler, a linguist and researcher passionate about Black language and identity. Rachel shares her journey as a working parent, her fascinating research, and the challenges of balancing pumping, parenting, and a demanding career.

    This thoughtful and inspiring conversation explores how language shapes perception and the power of community in navigating life’s complexities.

    Find out more about Rachel’s work at rachelelizabethweissler.com. Tune in and remember: you’re never pumping alone with The Best Letdown.

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    33 mins
  • Episode 2 The Best Letdown:Pumping: The Ultimate 5K You Didn’t Sign Up For
    Jan 27 2025

    In this episode of The Best Letdown, Whitney and Tasha dive into the ups and downs of parenting, pumping, and everything in between. From unexpected challenges to moments of growth, they’re sharing personal stories and plenty of laughs along the way.

    Whether you’re figuring out life with a newborn, tackling a stubborn pump, or just trying to catch your breath, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone. Sit back, relax (or pump!), and join us for a heartfelt conversation about embracing the chaos and finding joy in the journey.

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    23 mins
  • Episode 1 The Best Letdown: So You’ll Never Pump Alone Again
    Jan 27 2025

    Welcome to the very first episode of The Best Letdown! In this debut, Whitney and Tasha introduce themselves and share the heart behind the podcast. Whether you’re pumping, parenting, or just looking for a space to connect, this episode sets the stage for what’s to come.

    We’re talking about the challenges of pumping, the messy and beautiful moments of life, and how this podcast is here to remind you—you’ll never pump alone. Plus, we’re sharing a little lactation wisdom in our segment, “Latch on to These Facts.”

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    15 mins