Episodes

  • Sleep During Pregnancy: Finding Comfort with a Growing Belly

    Sleep During Pregnancy: Finding Comfort with a Growing Belly
    Nov 18 2024
    When you're pregnant, your body is working overtime and you may feel more sleepy or tired than usual. However, the larger your belly gets, the more uncomfortable you may be when you lay down to rest? What are the best positions for sleeping while pregnant? What modifications can you make to your environment so you can get the sleep you need? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • Creating Your Postpartum Plan

    Creating Your Postpartum Plan
    Nov 11 2024
    In addition to caring for an amazing newborn baby, your postpartum period will almost certainly bring more stress and challenges than you anticipated. Preparing a postpartum plan can help make this transition into parenthood a bit smoother. So, what should you consider when creating your postpartum plan? When should you create it, and who should be part of the process? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Putting VBAC Risks Into Perspective

    Putting VBAC Risks Into Perspective
    Nov 4 2024
    Your first baby was born via c-section and with this time you're hoping to have a vaginal birth, or VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). You may have heard about some of the risks, but what does it all actually mean? Are VBACs riskier than having a repeat c-section? What factors should you consider before making this big decision for both you and your baby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Sleep During Pregnancy: Mental and Emotional Changes

    Sleep During Pregnancy: Mental and Emotional Changes
    Oct 28 2024
    We know sleep is important during pregnancy. Not getting enough can cause drastic changes both mentally and emotionally. What are some signs of sleep deprivation? How can you overcome sleep disorders while pregnant? Plus, simple tips to help you and your baby get the restful sleep you deserve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Know your Birth Center Options

    Know your Birth Center Options
    Oct 21 2024
    Thinking about your labor and delivery can be overwhelming. If you are among the women who are interested in birthing out of the hospital and at a birth center this episode is for you! Today we are chatting about birth center options for labor and birth and what you need to know before you give birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Choosing Your Health Care Provider: Lactation Consultants

    Choosing Your Health Care Provider: Lactation Consultants
    Oct 14 2024
    You're planning to breastfeed your baby once he arrives. But what happens if your breastfeeding experience doesn't happen as perfectly as you planned? How can a board-certified lactation consultant help you on your journey? What services does a lactation consultant typically provide? What are some of the benefits in adding one to your team of health care providers? Plus, how to find a lactation consultant who best fits you and your breastfeeding needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Pregnancy Exercises: Running While Pregnant

    Pregnancy Exercises: Running While Pregnant
    Oct 7 2024
    Running while pregnant is a controversial topic for many non-runners. But running while pregnant can actually be quite beneficial to both mom and baby. What should you expect if you choose to run throughout your pregnancy? Can you run during all three trimesters? And what are some great ways to monitor your body to ensure you and baby are safe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Why More Women are Calling Their Midwife

    Why More Women are Calling Their Midwife
    Sep 30 2024
    Congrats! You are pregnant! Whether this is your first pregnancy or second you will need to think about the care team you would like to have while carrying your bundle of joy. Today we are talking about the growing trend of women opting to go with a midwifery team rather than their normal OB and essentially calling their midwife! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins