Having a NEWBORN while Working on SNL w/ Comedian Rosebud Baker

In this candid episode of #IMOMSOHARD, hosts Kristen and Jenny welcome comedian Rosebud Baker, a mother, SNL writer, and author, to discuss the raw, unfiltered reality of raising a toddler while balancing a high-pressure career in comedy and television. Rosebud opens up about her journey through IVF, postpartum mental health struggles—including undiagnosed postpartum depression—and the emotional toll of returning to work just six weeks after giving birth. She shares how motherhood reshaped her identity, sharpened her comedic voice, and deepened her honesty on stage and in her upcoming book, which drops June 9th. The conversation dives into the challenges of parenting in New York City, co-parenting during divorce, and the societal pressure on mothers to be perfect. Rosebud emphasizes that motherhood isn’t about being flawless—it’s about being present, vulnerable, and real. Her dark humor, self-awareness, and fierce authenticity resonate deeply with listeners, offering both catharsis and solidarity. Key takeaways include: motherhood is not a performance but a lived, messy reality; postpartum mental health can manifest as emotional numbness, not just sadness; it’s okay to not be okay and to seek help; being a mom doesn’t diminish your professional worth—it transforms it; and the most powerful comedy comes from truth, not polish. The hosts and Rosebud celebrate the strength of mothers who speak their truth, especially in spaces dominated by men. The episode ends on a note of hope and connection, with Rosebud’s book and tour as a beacon for mothers everywhere.