In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Baby Steps, lifestyle creator, author, and pharmacist Samara Chienye opens up about her unexpected joys and challenges in motherhood—from intense pregnancy cravings to an unplanned emergency C-section. Samara shares the realities of parenting a chill baby, debunks common myths, and gives empowering advice to new parents about trusting their instincts and letting go of comparison.
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Samara Chienye—lifestyle content creator, author, pharmacist, and first-time mom—for a candid, emotional, and empowering conversation about navigating motherhood with grace and grit.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Samara’s unforgettable pregnancy journey—from Chick-fil-A cravings to discovering she was pregnant on her birthday.
- The diaper vs. wipes debate, and a blowout story that every parent can relate to.
- Why labor was beautiful, parenthood is emotional, and how the Baby Brezza became her favorite parenting hack.
- A raw account of her unexpected emergency C-section after two weeks of labor—and how her daughter’s positioning changed everything.
- The advice that truly helped: take it one day at a time and trust your instincts.
- The myths she’s glad she ignored, like “having a girl means nonstop attitude” or “motherhood ends your social life.”
- The deep joy of watching her daughter grow, bond, and blossom into her own little person.
- A gentle reminder to stop comparing, go at your own pace, and honor your unique parenting path.
Whether you’re preparing for birth, recovering from it, or simply figuring it out day by day, Samara’s story is a comforting reminder: You’re doing better than you think—and your journey is your own.