Netflix’s Maternal Instinct Deep Dive, & Why We’re Never Ignoring a Weird Vibe Ever Again

Sonia and Jessica are diving straight into the dark side this week, and honestly, grab a massive glass of wine because it gets wild. They start with the mind-blowing Netflix true crime documentary Maternal Instinct, which naturally spirals into a deep dive on Taylor Parker's terrifying web of lies, their maternal instincts, and why you should absolutely never ignore your gut when someone gives you a weird vibe. Then, it's all things parenting in a scary world, swapping personal horror stories about their biggest fears, and analyzing how two people can look at the exact same red flags and see a completely different story. Plus, the mamas break down the reality of constant vigilance, safety tips, and why your intuition is the one friend you can actually trust.

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