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Whatcha Expecting?

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by Claire Tadokoro and Kate Herzlin

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When a notoriously unprepared new mom and her chronically overprepared pregnant friend love each other very much, they make a podcast! Each Thursday, longtime friends Kate Herzlin and Claire Tadokoro discuss various aspects of pregnancy and new parenthood. They’ll chat about cravings and aversions, they’ll grapple with their identities, and they’ll tell a joke or two to offset the terror of their existential fears! With a big sister/little sister dynamic, their philosophies (or lack thereof) may differ when it comes to this huge life chapter, but they’re in it to judge each other – they mean, in it together! Kate’s Instagram: @KateHerzlin Claire’s Instagram: @ClaireTadokoro

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July 16, 2026

Baby Copycats

Get your own personality! This week Kate and Claire share how their sons are starting to mimic those around them with varying degrees of success. Gestures, words, and even personality traits! Is this normal, and should we be flattered? We also reflect on what we would like them to mimic and who we ourselves mimicked growing up.Weekly Plugs:Mornings at <a href="https://www.lawrencefarmersmarket.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Farmers Market</a><a href="https://queensnightmarket.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Queens Night Market</a>Music by Christopher MorucciFollow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatchaexpecting/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@whatchaexpecting</a>.

July 9, 2026

How to Break the Cycle with Guest, Carolyn Castiglia

Content warning: AbuseThis week, an expert parent/comedian/all around fabulous human joins as a guest -- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comediancarolyn/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Carolyn Castiglia</a>! Kate, Claire and Carolyn discuss how to not totally mess up your child. Carolyn shares her insights from having achieved the seemingly impossible -- successfully raising a child (on her own!) through the teenage years, who is now a happy, well-adjusted adult. How do you avoid repeating the cycles you were raised with? How has Carolyn's style as a teacher connected to her role as a mother? And how much did Kate love having had Carolyn as a teacher? (Spoiler alert: A WHOLE LOT!)Weekly Plugs:<a href="http://moncocomedy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moncocomedy.com</a><a href="https://www.activations.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Activations App</a><a href="https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-are-sound-baths" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sound baths</a><a href="https://www.barachou.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barachou Pastry Shop</a>Music by Christopher MorucciFollow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatchaexpecting/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@whatchaexpecting</a>.

July 2, 2026

Restaurant Etiquette

When they go low, we go high ... chair. This week, Kate shares how Anthony has gone from restaurant accessory to restaurant consumer; what they pack and don't pack, how he prefers his steak prepared, and whether or not we should all be mopping the floors once our kids have torn through. Claire shares the early-bird strategy she and Cody employ for taking Rodney out to eat.Weekly Plugs:<a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/digestive-health/is-the-brat-diet-the-best-choice-for-an-upset-stomach" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BRAT diet</a> for upset tummies<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09N5BJWV9/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_7Q52EW5EN7K4P39SPBZW?linkCode=ml1&tag=clairetadokor-20&linkId=677b1f1c7a4504c1a2734efab5103c48" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">High-coverage bib</a><a href="https://amzn.to/4eWfwbR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Picky </a>by Helen Zoe VeitMommy Bliss <a href="https://amzn.to/4v89zOY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Constipation Ease</a>Music by Christopher MorucciFollow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatchaexpecting/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@whatchaexpecting</a>.

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What is Whatcha Expecting??: When a notoriously unprepared new mom and her chronically overprepared pregnant friend love each other very much, they make a podcast!

Each Thursday, longtime friends Kate Herzlin and Claire Tadokoro discuss various aspects of pregnancy and new parenthood. They’ll chat about cravings and aversions, they’ll grapple with their identities, and they’ll tell a joke or two to offset the terror of their existential fears!

With a big sister/little sister dynamic, their philosophies (or lack thereof) may differ when it comes to this huge life chapter, but they’re in it to judge each other – they mean, in it together!

Kate’s Instagram: @KateHerzlin

Claire’s Instagram: @ClaireTadokoro
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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