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Why this podcast?

This podcast pulls back the curtain on fertility, pregnancy, parenting, relationships & everything in between through real-life stories.

The truth of it is, parenting is WAY harder than anyone ever tells you.

We created Do You Want the Truth? to break the silence on the things no one talks about. From fertility struggles and pregnancy woes to diaper blowouts and the chaos of raising tiny humans, we dive into the real, unfiltered moments of parenthood.

Every week, we talk to a different parent and dive deep into their raw, unfiltered experiences of parenthood—discussing everything from the unexpected challenges to the hidden joys that make it all worthwhile.

We share raw raw stories, plenty of laughs, and the truth about the challenges—and joys—that make it all worthwhile including but not limited to

Honest conversations about fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum struggles
Navigating relationships and the mental load of parenting
Real birth stories and returning to work after leave
Finding yourself again amidst the chaos

Our mission? To make sure you feel heard, supported, and better prepared as you navigate the wild adventure of parenting.

Tune in, listen up, and join a community that’s been there, done that, and is ready to help you every step of the way.

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And because of our guest's and listeners....

We've made it to the top 25% of Buzzsprout podcasts with listeners in 38 countries.

Who are we?

Samantha Strom

A married, working mom of one 4-year-old in the San Francisco Bay Area

With an MBA, running her own start-up that raised Venture Capital funds and 20 years of business experience (including 10 in tech), Sam thought she was ready for anything—late nights, early mornings, no problem. She’d worked until midnight and joined 6 a.m. meetings for years. But nothing could have prepared her for the reality of motherhood.

Pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and parenting hit her harder than she ever imagined. From battling hyperemesis and frequent trips to the infusion clinic, to a traumatic birth that involved blood transfusions, Sam faced it all. Postpartum anxiety and rage only added to the struggle, making parenting feel like an overwhelming challenge.

It was like reverse habit stacking—one tough experience piling on top of another. Despite having friends with kids, no one truly prepared her for how hard each stage would be. She believes that if she had heard more stories of others facing similar struggles, she wouldn’t have felt so isolated in her darkest moments.

Having given birth during the pandemic, Sam found that many parents of young kids shared her sentiments—it was far harder than expected.

Now, she’s determined to share these stories to make the transition to parenthood easier for others.