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No One Told Us

Rachael Shepard-Ohta

Booking Overview

This is an interview-focused parenting and family-health show featuring therapists, physicians, dietitians, parenting experts, authors, and other specialists, with occasional personal or celebrity guests. Agencies could credibly pitch licensed mental-health professionals, pediatric and maternal-health experts, registered dietitians, neurodiversity specialists, and authors with practical parenting expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need established credentials and a relevant book, practice, or specialized framework.

Metrics

Episodes: 131

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1 subscribers

Instagram: 590.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

rachael@heysleepybaby.com

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Host

Rachael Shepard-Ohta - Mother of three, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and parenting podcast host focused on practical, candid guidance for families.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Licensed clinicians, physicians, registered dietitians, parenting specialists, authors, and established experts with practical experience in child development, maternal mental health, family dynamics, or childhood nutrition.
Required Achievements:  
Published or forthcoming practical book, Specialized clinical or professional expertise, Established coaching, educational, or family-support practice, Recognized expertise in a parenting or maternal-health niche

Recent Guest Discussions

Sam Kelly - Mental Load, Gender Norms, Equitable Household Responsibilities, Teaching Children Independence, Family Routines, And Adapting Strategies For Neurodivergent People.

Jennifer Anderson - Picky Eating, Childhood Nutrition, Feeding Routines, Food Boundaries, Diet Culture, Body Image, Food Autonomy, And Supporting Children With Extreme Picky Eating.

Jenna Overbaugh - Postpartum OCD, Intrusive Thoughts, Anxiety, Compulsions, Exposure And Response Prevention, Reassurance Seeking, And Specialized Support For Parents.

Sasha Hamdani - Emotional Sensitivity, ADHD, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, Emotional Regulation, Neurodivergence In Women And Girls, And Parenting Emotionally Sensitive Children.

Mary Van Geffen - Strong-willed And Sensitive Children, Neurodivergence, Emotional Regulation, Meltdowns, Boundaries, Bedtime Struggles, Parental Self-compassion, And Repair.

Recent Topics

Health, Parenting, Postpartum Mental Health, Neurodiversity, Child Nutrition

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
No One Told Us
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Episode 115: Perimenopause, PMDD & What Women Need to Know with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch

September 24, 2026

What if more women actually knew what to expect from perimenopause before they were in the middle of it? In this episode, Rachael sits down with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch to talk about perimenopause, PMDD, menopause, and the hormonal changes that can impact both physical and mental health during this stage of life. Together, they break down what’s actually happening to our hormones and brain chemistry, why symptoms can look so different from person to person, and what trea...

Episode 114: Rethinking the Mental Load & Teaching Kids to “Notice and Do” with Sam Kelly

September 17, 2026

What if we stopped waiting to be asked and started teaching our kids to notice what needs to be done? In this episode, Rachael sits down with therapist-turned-feminist coach Sam Kelly to talk about the mental load, gender norms, family dynamics, and her “notice and do” philosophy for creating more equitable homes. Together, they unpack why the mental load is a whole-family issue and how parents can teach children to recognize needs and take action without constantly being reminded. Sam also ...

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

September 10, 2026

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 episode, Rachael sits down with registered dietitian and author Jennifer Anderson to talk about picky eating, childhood nutrition, feeding routines, food boundaries, and the many ways our parenting practices can shape our children’s relationship with food. Together, they unpack what picky eating really means, how to create struct...

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Frequently asked questions

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No One Told Us
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How do I get in touch with No One Told Us?

No One Told Us is hosted by Rachael Shepard-Ohta. Its publicly listed email is rachael@heysleepybaby.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for No One Told Us?

The publicly listed email for No One Told Us: rachael@heysleepybaby.com.

How many listeners does No One Told Us have?

Podseeker estimates No One Told Us reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for No One Told Us?

No One Told Us typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Licensed clinicians, physicians, registered dietitians, parenting specialists, authors, and established experts with practical experience in child development, maternal mental health, family dynamics, or childhood nutrition. Common among recent guests: Published or forthcoming practical book; Specialized clinical or professional expertise; Established coaching, educational, or family-support practice. Recent guests include Sam Kelly, Jennifer Anderson, and Jenna Overbaugh.

How hard is it to get booked on No One Told Us?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does No One Told Us cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Parenting, Postpartum Mental Health, Neurodiversity, and Child Nutrition. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

rachael@heysleepybaby.com

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