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Parenting · Rachael Shepard-Ohta

No One Told Us

by Rachael Shepard-Ohta

No One Told Us the truth about parenthood. WHY?! Welcome to No One Told Us, the podcast where we uncover the raw, unfiltered truths about parenthood. I'm your host, Rachael Shepard-Ohta, mom of three and founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby. Each week, join me as we dive deep into the joys, challenges, and surprises of raising children with a mix of expert insights, personal anecdotes, and candid conversations. From navigating postpartum anxiety to mastering the art of making mom friends, and from introducing solids to tackling tantrums, we cover it all. Whether you're a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to resource for honest advice, relatable stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. Join me as I sit down with experts in their fields, as well as friends, family, celebrities, and influencers, to share their experiences and wisdom on everything from sleepless nights to rocky relationships. No topic is off-limits, and no story goes untold on No One Told Us. So grab a cup of coffee, pop in your headphones and join the conversation. This is the podcast everyone needed before they had kids- because now that those little ones are here, there's a lot to unpack. So let's pull back the curtain on becoming a first-time mom (or dad!) to share the good, the bad and the ugly. A little education, a little fun, and a whole lot of heart goes into each and every episode of No One Told Us to have you feeling less alone and way more empowered.

Chart trend

Position in the Parenting chart (US), last 90 days.

#24
all-time peak
34
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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Episode 113: Rethinking Picky Eating & Building a Healthy Relationship with Food with Jennifer Anderson

What does it actually mean to be a “picky eater,” and how can we help our kids develop a healthy relationship with food without pressure, shame, or anxiety? In this episo

Sep 10
46 min

Episode 112: Postpartum OCD, Intrusive Thoughts & Learning to Trust Yourself with Jenna Overbaugh

What happens when the thoughts that scare you most become the thoughts you can’t stop thinking about? In this episode, Rachael sits down with licensed professional counse

Sep 3
55 min

Episode 111: Too Sensitive? Understanding Emotional Sensitivity, ADHD & Regulation with Dr. Sasha Hamdani

What does it really mean to be “too sensitive”? In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychiatrist, author, and ADHD expert Dr. Sasha Hamdani to unpack emotional sensit

Aug 27
51 min

Episode 110: Parenting the Spicy Kid with Mary Van Geffen

What does it really mean to parent a “spicy” kid? In this episode, Rachael sits down with parenting expert and author Mary Van Geffen to talk about strong-willed, sensiti

Aug 20
48 min

Episode 109: Parenting Wisdom from Around the World with Michaeleen Doucleff

What if many of the things we believe about parenting aren't actually universal? In this episode, Rachael sits down with journalist and author Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff to

Aug 13
52 min

Episode 108: The Power of Hobbying for Parents and Adults with Marina Cooley

What if making time for a hobby wasn't selfish but one of the best things you could do for yourself and your family? In this episode, Rachael sits down with writer and re

Aug 6
46 min

Episode 107: The Parenting Advice We Need to Unlearn with Fiona Weaver

What if the hardest part of parenting isn't your child's sleep, but the pressure to do everything "right"? In this episode, Rachael sits down with parenting educator and

Jul 30
49 min

Episode 106: Rethinking Baby Sleep: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Pamela Douglas

What if your baby's sleep challenges weren't something to fix but a clue to better understanding their unique needs? In this episode, Rachael sits down with physician, re

Jul 23
46 min

Episode 105: Dad Brain Explained: The Science of Fatherhood with Dr. Darby Saxbe

What if becoming a dad changes the brain just as much as becoming a mom? In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychologist, researcher, and author Dr. Darby Saxbe to e

Jul 16
49 min

Episode 104: Mom Brain Explained: The Science of the Postpartum Brain with Dr. Nikki Pensak

What if "mom brain" isn't something to laugh off, but evidence that your brain is undergoing one of the biggest transformations of your life? In this episode, Rachael sit

Jul 9
39 min

Episode 103: Parenting Around the World with Elodie Ferchaud 

What if raising your kids didn't have to look like everyone else's? In this episode, Rachael sits down with entrepreneur and Boundless Life founder Elodie Ferchaud for a

Jul 2
44 min

Episode 102: How to Protect Your Kids Without Parenting From Fear with Holly Choi

In this episode, Rachael sits down with child safety educator and founder of Safe Beginnings, Holly Choi, to talk about one of the biggest challenges of parenting: keepin

Jun 25
40 min

Episode 101:  Why Good Enough Parenting Is Enough with Eli Harwood

We're BACK for Season 2! In this kick-off episode, Rachael sits down with therapist, author, and attachment expert Eli Harwood (aka Attachment Nerd) to separate fact from

Jun 18
47 min

Rewind: In-Laws and Tricky Relationship Changes After Baby with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish ⁠⁠@drtracyd⁠⁠

Have you ever found yourself navigating a tricky situation with your in-laws? In this conversation, Rachael interviews Dr. Tracy, a psychologist and couples therapist, al

Oct 30 2025
39 min

Rewind: Reimagining Boyhood with Ruth Whippman

What does it mean to raise boys in a world where masculinity feels impossible to get right? This week on No One Told Us, Rachael is joined by author and cultural critic R

Oct 23 2025
51 min

Rewind: We Have Good Reason to Be Angry with Yara Heary

Did you feel totally unprepared for just how angry you might feel after becoming a mom? You’re not alone. In this episode, Rachael sits down with psychologist Yara Heary

Oct 16 2025
42 min

Rewind: How to Fight for Your Rights at Work with Daphne Delvaux

In this episode, Rachael sits down with attorney and women’s rights advocate Daphne Delvaux to uncover what every working parent needs to know about their rights in the w

Oct 9 2025
49 min

Rewind: Fostering a Secure Attachment with Michelle Charriere

Rachael chats with birth-to-five mental health specialist Michelle Charriere about what it really takes to build (and repair) a secure attachment with your child. They co

Oct 2 2025
41 min

Rewind: Maintaining Intimacy After Kids with Vanessa & Xander Marin

Maintaining Intimacy After Kids with Vanessa & Xander Marin Parenthood changes a lot, including your relationship. In this episode, Rachael sits down with New York Times

Sep 25 2025
36 min

Rewind: Bridging Separation at Bedtime with Dr. Gordon Neufeld

Bridging Separation at Bedtime with Dr. Gordon Neufeld ⁠@neufeldinstitute⁠ This week Rachael has a very special guest, Dr. Gordon Neufeld, to discuss the importance of a

Sep 18 2025
42 min

Chart positions

Where No One Told Us ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 10, 2026).

#103 ▼ 28 Parenting US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

I appreciate Rachel’s approach to educate parents on topics that aren’t discussed before you have kids or even during. I’ve been a huge fan of hey sleepy baby since my first child was weeks old during the pandemic. Her approach is informative not fear mongering like a like of accounts on IG. She uses the same approach in this podcast. I like walking away know more and feeling empowered to make the decisions that are best for my family.

Optimism227 · May 2025

Love this podcast - it is relatable and authentic and full of great info! Rachael has a great variety of guests and there is something for everyone. Really enjoy listening and recommend it highly to my parent friends!

Ingenuity 6 · May 2025

Love Rachael’s content and especially her commitment to sharing evidence-based information on caring for our kids!

emcdaa · May 2025

This podcast covers such a wide variety—hitting all the milestones you didn’t know about or only knew existed but not HOW to address them. It’s light-hearted and approachable, never judgy. Love it and appreciate all the help!

khar16 · May 2025

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