Ashley is 5.5 months pregnant, the baby bash is coming up, and Raman still doesn't have an apartment near the baby.

Episode 7 of The Unplanned Parent is the practical one. Ashley spent 15 hours on her baby registry and is overwhelmed by the options. Raman plans to go with the flow and is grateful Ashley did the hard work. Dr. Angel steps in with the information that actually matters: what to look for in a car seat, why Wirecutter and Consumer Reports are your best friends, what the stroller pram function is for, and why the weight of the car seat itself matters more than most people think.

They also cover breastfeeding — including what the data actually says about breastfeeding with breast implants, what to do when the latch doesn't work, and how pumping compares with breastfeeding. Plus sleep safety, co-bedding vs. bassinet, tongue ties, circumcision, and the two things you absolutely need to decide before you leave the hospital.

And: 70% of people make errors installing a car seat. Even experienced ones. There's a fix for that.

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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your treating physician for guidance specific to your situation!