Learn about the BEST PREGNANCY FOODS to keep you and your baby healthy during this journey.

Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, Owner, and Founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist, is on the show today. Ryann is a clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Author of The Feel-Good Pregnancy Cookbook, and master online nutrition educator. 

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Today, we'll talk about what foods are recommended during pregnancy and why having a good diet is important.

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00:00 Introduction to Fearless Birth Experience

02:48 Guest Introduction: Ryann Kipping, the Prenatal Dietitian

03:51 Balancing Nutrition During Pregnancy

07:16 First Trimester Nutrition Tips

13:21 Second Trimester Nutrition Tips

19:16 Third Trimester Nutrition Tips

20:33 Importance of Omega 3s in the Third Trimester

21:27 Prepping for the Fourth Trimester

22:37 Essential Nutrients for Postpartum Recovery

25:40 Eating During Labor: Tips and Recommendations

32:09 Postpartum Nutrition and Breastfeeding

32:56 Sushi and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

35:44 Introducing the Prenatal Nutrition Library App

37:08 Final Thoughts and Superpowers

More from Ryann Kipping:

Follow her on Instagram @prenatalnutritionist

Visit her website New.ThePrenatalNutritionLibrary.com

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If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident...

Empower your birth with Trish’s three part framework: 

• Mindset 
• Education
• Advocacy

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In this powerful teaching, Trish shares her insights and expert tips to help expecting mothers navigate the journey of childbirth with confidence, diving into what you CAN control during birth. 

Trish emphasizes the importance of mindset, education, and advocacy in achieving the best birth experience. 

“These are the most important things, and these are the things that make such a difference when you go into labor. These are the things I can't teach you at bedside. This is why you have to be prepared. And obviously, I have birth classes. I am 100 percent  passionate about you guys being prepared.” - Trish

She also provides details on her birth classes and ALL the amazing goodies inside, which cover tools and strategies for labor, birth, and postpartum care, as well as a supportive community of mamas. 

As always, Trish encourages listeners to take control of their birth experiences by being informed, prepared, and empowered to speak up for their needs.

00:52 Welcome Mamas

01:51 Workshop Overview and Key Tips

06:15 Mindset and Birth Preparation

14:08 The Power of Knowledge and Support

18:00 Empowerment and Using Your Voice

25:00 Course Offerings and Enrollment

30:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

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🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

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Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth...

Trish welcomes Erin Moore, a pediatric nurse practitioner, certified lactation counselor, and mom of two for a real conversation about the complexities of those early days of breastfeeding. 

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Trish shares her personal struggles in her breastfeeding journey while Erin provides shame-free, expert advice on handling unexpected challenges when it comes to baby feeding; including formula feeding, triple feeding, supplementing, and tongue ties. 

Trish and Erin emphasize the importance of maternal mental health and support, along with versatile feeding approaches. 

Whether you are breastfeeding, formula feeding, or transitioning to solids, this episode offers critical insights and reaffirms that the best choice is the one that works for you and your baby.

00:53 Special Guest: Erin Moore on Early Breastfeeding Challenges

02:09 Trish's Personal Breastfeeding Struggles

03:27 Navigating Feeding Choices and Social Media Pressure

04:13 Practical Tips for Supplementing and Combo Feeding

05:41 The Emotional Journey of Feeding Your Baby

12:50 Understanding Tongue Ties and Their Impact

24:21 Advice for Introducing Solids

28:55 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

32:31 Where to Find More Resources

More from Erin Moore: 

Visit her website BabyFeedingCoach.com

Follow her on Instagram @babyfeeding.coach

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our

Hey mama! Today, I'm sharing a real and experience-based overview of what you'll possibly go through during your first trimester: symptoms, cravings, emotional overload (Hello hormones!), and so much more.

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Side note: This recording is from a teaching topic that I did on Instagram, so it's a little bit different from the previous episodes.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today's birth experience is straight from the expert! Sara shares her wisdom on everything you need to know about a perineal massage:

• Does a perineal massage really help?
• The benefits of a perineal massage during pregnancy and postpartum recovery
• What vaginal tearing means and why it happens
• Tips on doing a perineal massage the right way
• Which lubricants or oils should you use?

And so much more!

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Sara Reardon PT, DPT, WCS is a doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor specialist. Sara specializes in the treatment of pelvic floor health, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. She is the founder of The Vagina Whisperer, an online platform for pelvic floor education and exercise, and owns a private practice in her hometown of New Orleans, NOLA Pelvic Health.

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Find Sarah on:

Instagram: @the.vagina.whisperer

TikTok: @thevagwhisperer

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

If you have no clue what to do with your baby's first bath, then this episode is for you! Find out why delayed bathing is a must so you (and your partner) will know what to do.

Resources:

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Learn the basics about baby safety 101 and everything you need to know about first aid, car seat safety, childproofing, and injury prevention.

Holly Choi is the co-owner and instructor at Safe Beginnings First Aid. She is a nationally-certified first aid instructor with the Canadian Red Cross, a Child Passenger Safety Technician-Instructor with the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada (CPSAC), and a member of the International Association for Child Safety (IAFCS).

She is also a mom to two daughters, ages 2 and 5.

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Find Holly here!

www.instagram.com/safebeginnings

www.safebeginnings.ca

www.hollychoi.ca

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Rebuilding your relationship after childbirth is one of the stages in any mama's postnatal journey that no one talks about. Luckily, our guest today has all the lifehacks you need!

Chelsea is a life and relationship coach who specializes in life after a baby. With her expertise in the love rekindling sphere, Chelsea helps new parents improve their communication and increase their connection points all while building their dream family life.

Resources:

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Find Chelsea here:

3 Days to Better Communication (Audio series) https://thewtftrimester.ck.page/audio-series

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

If it's your newborn's first doctor visit and you're wondering what happens at a pediatrician appointment, this episode is made for you! Ask the right questions and learn how to navigate through the conversation with your doctor.

Today, we have Dr. Krupa Playforth — a board-certified pediatrician and a mama of three, whose mission is to create a safe space with practical educational content.

Resources:

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today's episode is all about preparing for postpartum. Now, this episode is a little more geared towards vaginal delivery. We're gonna talk about the real stuff, the real ways that your life can change after having that sweet little baby.

Listen in to a recording of an Instagram live that I did last week, that I thought would be beneficial for all of you supermoms!

Resources:

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Connect w/ Trish:

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Wish you were sleeping like a baby like your little one? Find out how certified infant and child sleep consultant, Eva, helps exhausted parents like you get healthy sleep habits while taking care of your baby!

Resources:

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www.mysleepingbaby.com

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today, we have an exclusive VBAC story from one of our VBAC Lab students, Becca. Listen in on her VBAC experience and find out how Becca's story can help you prep for YOUR VBAC journey!

Resources:

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today's guest is Kyleigh, who is a mama and a doula! Join us as we talk about pregnancy, birth, and your rights! Resources:

You can find Kyleigh over on Instagram @theautonomymommy

Resources

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today Trish talks about the importance of monitoring fetal movements to ensure your baby's health. She provides practical advice on how to perform fetal movement counts, emphasizing that all movements, excluding hiccups, should be noted. 

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Trish explains that regular monitoring, after 27-28 weeks, can significantly reduce the risk of stillbirth by 30%, and shares personal anecdotes to highlight the critical nature of timely intervention. 

The episode also includes a downloadable fetal kick count tracker, and encourages mothers to always seek medical attention if they notice a decrease in fetal movements.

00:54 Today's Topic: Fetal Movement Counts

01:18 Interactive Session with Viewers

04:45 Understanding Fetal Movement Counts

05:26 Importance of Monitoring Fetal Movements

11:15 When and How to Perform Movement Counts

13:03 Tips for Effective Kick Counting

14:57 What to Do If Movements Decrease

17:29 Summary and Final Thoughts

More from this episode:

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Resources:

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Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, 

One of the top most empowering things you can do is recognize coercion and other tactics used to sway you, early in your pregnancy.

Join me as my guest Traci, and I talk all about coercive language in maternal healthcare! Talk about frustrating.

You can find Traci over on Tiktok as @tracidoula4

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Connect w/ Trish:

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Privacy Policy!

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Not sure what to feel about cervical exams? I'm here to debunk the myths and tell you everything you need to know — including your rights. If it's not your cup of tea, it's okay to say no. Listen in for some bonus tips on how you can decline without offending.

At the end of the day, consent always comes first. Remember: YOUR body, YOUR choice.

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Read our blog on cervical exams and learn whether or not it's your cup of tea!

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Privacy Policy!

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Join Trish as she talks about VBACs and the rights you have when choosing whether you would like to have a vaginal birth after a cesarean.

90% of women are candidates, according to the studies. 60-80% of VBACs are successful.

We are here to support YOUR CHOICE!

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Grab your EMPOWERED VBAC EBOOK DOWNLOAD FREE!

Enroll in our Birth Class Just for You, THE VBAC LAB

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Have you ever considered surrogacy? I had such a great time talking with Samantha about being a surrogate. Listen in as we talk about this incredible gift she is giving to another mama.

You can find Samantha on IG as @wearedanandsam

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Join our FREE 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience

Ready to be empowered & Prepared for Birth? Take a Birth Class NOW!

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Privacy Policy!

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

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Join me as I talk with Kelly Kendall of The Balanced Boob. We are talking about ways to prepare for breastfeeding while pregnant.

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If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

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Join me on this week's episode, as I talk with Liz, one of our Calm Labor students shares her empowering birth story with us.

Listen in as we laugh through the various unexpected surprises!

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today's guest, Taylor Mckay, is our team doula over here at Labor Nurse Mama, and we adore her. Of course, we talk about her birth experience and why her birth led to her dream of becoming a doula.

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According to AmericanPregnancy.org, a doula is "The doula is a professional trained in childbirth who provides emotional, physical, and educational support to a mother who is expecting, is experiencing labor, or has recently given birth. They aim to help women have a safe, memorable, and empowering birthing experience."

Inside our birth classes, we felt it very important to provide our students with multiple support layers, including a doula. So last year, we brought Taylor or board; it was the BEST decision ever!!

Listen in as we break down the significance of the presence of a doula during your birth.

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If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

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One of the biggest questions you might ask yourself before you have your baby, is this: "How will I handle the pain of labor?".

You have choices. That is the first thing I want you to focus on. After that I want you to be educated on what causes the pain and how you can lean into it, prior to utilizing your pain management plan. Labor pain is not a pain that you should fear, it is a pain that is necessary to bring you the baby.

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During birth, there are pretty much 3 common options for pain control: Analgesics, Anesthetics, Nitrous Oxide, and Unmedicated options.

Today we talked about the first three options which all fall into the medicated pain management options.

Analgesics include IV narcotics such as Nubain, Stadol, Morphine, Fentanyl (which works the best in my opinion), and sometimes Demerol. Analgesics do not take the pain away, rather they lessen the pain, and still allow you to move somewhat freely. They cross the placenta and affect the baby, for this reason, they can not be given later in active labor.

Nitrous Oxide is another option for pain relief. It does not eliminate the pain. is administered through a face mask during the contractions. Once you remove the mask, the effects are almost gone immediately. Many women love this option as it allows movement throughout labor. I have found that some women love it and some women hate it.

An epidural is the most favored option for pain management during labor. It is considered an anesthetic and if it works properly will eliminate the pain. I teach my students to not solely rely on it being the savior of the day, as there are many times an epidural might not work out. Always have a backup plan.

I hope this episode helped you understand pain relief options during labor. I would be so grateful if you hit subscribe and write a review!!

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You have many decisions to make when you are having a baby. One of the first and most powerful decisions is to decide what kind of health care provider you want for your pregnancy care and the birth of your baby. Today is a shortie episode packed with punch. We cover choosing a care provider that aligns with you and what you want for your birth.

This is also good if you are thinking about switching providers. Comment and let me know if you took the time to interview your provider?

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Skin to skin is a buzzword when it comes to childbirth. 

But it is not just your time with the baby. I mean this is important. But there are some powerful reasons why skin-to-skin with mom should not be interrupted.

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Benefits of skin to skin:

→ Calms you both

→ Regulates the baby's temperature, heart rate and respiration

→ Stimulates your hormones which promote bonding

→ Promotes digestion and a successful breastfeeding experience

→ Helps with providing protection against infection (promotes colonization of bacteria from mama onto baby's skin)

Girl, do not allow interruptions that are not emergent in nature. This is your time.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

https://labornursemama.com/the-golden-hour-after-birth (Read my full article here!)

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Trish speaks with Paulette Kamenecka, a mother of two, author, and the podcast host of , “What You Didn’t Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth”.

Paulette has navigated a chain of unexpected events in her pregnancy, introducing her to autoimmune diseases, high risk pregnancy, neonatology, and the general state of medical care that is available for rare cases.

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Paulette shares her unpredictable pregnancy journey and how educating herself and advocating for her babies was crucial during these uncertain times. 

This conversation underscores the importance of personalized care, the unpredictable nature of pregnancy and birth, and the power of knowledge, self-advocacy, and support. 

Trish & Paulette both emphasize the value of community support and informed decision-making for expectant mothers.

01:22 Welcoming Paulette Kamenecka: Author and Podcast Host

01:56 Paulette's Journey with Autoimmunity and Pregnancy

03:14 Navigating Unpredictability in Pregnancy

03:58 Paulette's Pregnancy Challenges and Discoveries

08:02 Advocating for Yourself in Pregnancy

12:14 Facing Uncertainty and Preparing for Birth

22:04 Grace's Journey 

22:32 The Importance of Educating Yourself

28:47 Navigating High-Risk Pregnancies

37:19 Unexpected Diagnoses and Control

41:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

More from Paulette Kamenecka:

Visit her website PauletteKamenecka.com

Listen to her podcast, “What You Didn’t Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth”.

Connect with Paulette on FaceBook

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I was a yes girl and part of me, and have to fight against that side of you. There's going to be the yes girl, I got to do this for other people!

When you're pregnant, you'll start Noticing, how you feel.

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And things like:

I don't like when they make that comment, I don't like when they invite themselves over or you're going to start noticing ways people push past your boundaries.

And I think now is the time, to communicate how you feel about what's going on. We get a lot of questions about in-laws or just showing up at the house and I don't really feel comfortable about that. So how do I handle that? So, the main thing I always say.

Try communication first, be upfront with them about what is going to work for you.

Because I think when we don't communicate and we just assume they know that's when problems start to happen, or we start to fester and we start to hold on to anger, like, oh, are they still doing it? But if we never told them, They might not know. If boundaries are not respected, once you set that line, you need to limit your time with certain people." Christa

Oh man, Today's guest was exactly what I needed. I hope it is what you need to hear as well. Listen in as we talk about all things pregnancy and boundaries.

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@mommyknowsbest

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my

Today's guest is Bailey Knight. Bailey is one of my students inside Calm Labor Confident Birth Class who joined our class in hope of having a more knowledgeable & empowered second birth.

Baliey's labor begins in the midst of a string of tornadoes that wreak havoc on the east coast.

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Here's a tidbit of our conversation:

"My husband goes to take a shower and I'm doing bedtime with my toddler. I'm sitting on his bed and singing a song. We're doing the whole bedtime thing.

Then I just have a moment of going, oh no, and quickly stand up so that my water doesn't break on his bed.

However, I stood up and my water broke all over my toddler's bedroom floor, my mom's brain was like, don't let your water break on your toddler.

Then he was very nice and asked if I peed myself. I said, Yes! And he said, mommy, we're not supposed to do that in the middle of the floor."

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today's guest is Hilary Erickson. Hilary teaches families how to simplify the labor room, their homes, and their families.

We talk about life as a labor nurse and what it is like to have a baby when you know all the things we know about birth. Not fun!

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Today we are breaking down getting induced. We talk about medical and elective induction.

You have a choice mama. You do not have to be induced if there is not medical indication. Being past due is not legit unless there is something else going on that makes out safer than in.

I am all about you making choices for your plan of care. Do not make emotional choices. Ask for time to think, and unless there is an emergent reason, this is reasonable.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

In today's episode, we are going to talk about pain tolerance and pain threshold. Many women go into their birth journey thinking that they need a stellar pain tolerance track record to be able to rock birth.

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If you are a wimp at the dentist, Mama that does not mean you can't master unmedicated birth. Trust me, I know this personally.

Listen in as we talk about pain tolerance, pain threshold, and why you need to be educated and prepared. You do not want to wing your birth. This is not wise.

If you want an empowered unmedicated birth, then listen in as we cover several ways you can raise your pain threshold, so that you actually love your labor.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my

What are your thoughts about a male labor nurse? I hope it is one of acceptance as this guy is rocking it as compassionate and forward-thinking labor and delivery RN.

You can find Aj over on TikTok as NursedudeAj spicing things up with fun labor and delivery videos.

Aj and I talk about the role of your labor and delivery nurse, and how he is empowering women to push how they want.

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If you want more info about pushing effectively, watch my on-demand free birth workshop: Your Better Birth Map: How to Push Like a Boss, faster and more effectively (And Love Your Labor Experience!!)

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Prenatal yoga tones your body, especially the pelvic floor, hip, and abdominal core muscles, which are all needed for a powerful birth.

"A woman in birth is at once her most powerful, and most vulnerable. But any woman who has birthed unhindered understands that we are stronger than we know."~Marcie Macari

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Our guest today, Deb Flashenberg is the founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC. Along with being a prenatal yoga teacher, she is also a labor support doula, Lamaze childbirth educator, mother of two, and self-proclaimed "birth and anatomy geek”. After the challenging birth of her first child, Deb became incredibly interested in pelvic health and has since earned her Pelvic Floor Yoga Certification with Leslie Howard. For the past 6 years, Deb has also greatly enjoyed being the host of the podcast, Yoga | Birth | Babies, where she speaks with some of the world’s leading experts in pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and parenthood. Currently, Deb is knee-deep in Dr. Sarah Duvall’s Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist program and loving every minute of it!

Deb shares all about using your body's inner power to have a birth experience you love.

Find Deb here!

www.prenatayogacenter.com

IG @prenatalyogacenter

Podcast: Yoga | Birth | Babies 

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Constipated baby? No Problem. Gassy, screaming baby? no problem. Infant massage is the game-changer.

"It is through our hands that we speak to the child. That we communicate. Touch is the child's first language, understanding comes long after feeling." Fredrick Leboyer

Elina Furman, Certified Infant Massage Instructor & founder of Kahlmi is on the show today. We are talking about all things baby massage.

Elina shares her valuable tips for creating a massage routine that not only relieves gas, helps a constipated newborn poop, but also builds bonds between parent and baby.

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If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Who's afraid of vaginal tearing during birth? Um...none of us want to tear our lady bits! We hear this all the time over on IG. We know this fear is filling your brain right now. So Trish is breaking it down today.

Vaginas are made to stretch and accommodate your baby. A vaginal tear is your body's natural response to a need for more room for the baby your body built.

I want to help you arm yourself with knowledge. Knowledge is power. Knowledge combats fear. We love to disarm fears around here.

Fear and birth are a terrible mix.

Trish will break it all down in her particular unorthodox view of birth and all the fear surrounding it. Listen in, and let's talk about what vaginal tearing is, why it happens, who it happens to, and what you can do to TRY to prevent it.

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This podcast will be straight talk about things you gotta know about pregnancy, birth, and this new adventure called motherhood. Real talk, straight from a long-time labor and delivery nurse (That's me, Trish Ware, RN) and mama of seven.

Hit subscribe now because we are launching on March 1 and will be talking about pregnancy and birth topics that you do not want to miss.

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Trish educates on how to push like a pro during labor using purposeful positioning and pushing that makes sense, emphasizing the importance of education and listening to your instincts. 

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This episode encourages you to take control of your birthing experience by understanding labor stages, learning about different pushing positions, and trusting your instincts. 

Trish cannot emphasize enough the value of being educated to minimize fear and anxiety, while sharing practical advice for preventing 3rd to 4th degree tearing, and advocating for your own birthing preferences. 

“You have to understand the stages of labor, because the movements that you do pre labor, during early labor, during active labor, during transition, and during pushing are so different in some ways.

And it all really depends on the passenger, the baby. So, you have to be educated, you have to take an evidence based birth class so that you can recognize what stage of labor you're in, and you have to take a class that teaches you how to move your body.

Your body is powerful, and your voice is critical in the labor room.” - Trish

01:53 The Importance of Education in Birth

05:28 Trusting Your Instincts During Birth

10:10 Mindset and Preparation for Pushing

11:52 Purposeful Positioning To Push like a Pro

17:15 The Power of Gravity in Labor

19:57 Understanding Baby's Station

20:59 Understanding the Urge to Push

21:45 Laboring Down with an Epidural

23:35 The Importance of Laboring Down

27:43 Empowering Your Voice in the Labor Room

29:45 Making Informed Decisions

32:07 Preparing for Your Birth Experience

35:49 Join Our Birth Classes and Community

38:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode, Trish welcomes Gina Mundy who is a childbirth attorney, bestselling author, wife, and mother of three children. 

Gina is an attorney that specializes in childbirth cases. For over two decades, she has analyzed the mistakes that are made during labor and delivery. 

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Drawing on this knowledge, she has authored the book "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth" to help parents prevent these mistakes and have a healthy baby. Rather than merely getting involved after an unfortunate mistake was made, Gina has taken a proactive approach by getting involved before childbirth.

Trish and Gina dive into the importance of childbirth preparation, advocating for oneself, and understanding the role of Pitocin in deliveries. Gina shares insights from her 21 years of specializing in childbirth cases, emphasizing the necessity of being informed to avoid medical malpractice.

The discussion highlights the critical role of educated support persons, the benefits of having a doula, and practical advice for navigating hospital interventions. This conversation underscores the need for proactive education in childbirth for healthier outcomes.

Both Gina and Trish are on a mission to change the birth culture, one birth at a time. Tune into this episode for passionate insights and realities for what goes on in the labor and delivery room, and why it is so important to be well educated in childbirth.

00:00 Introduction and Host's Background

01:28 Gina's Journey into Childbirth Law

02:30 Lessons from Childbirth Cases

03:34 The Importance of Childbirth Preparation

07:10 Empowering Parents: Knowledge, Mindset, and Advocacy

08:52 Navigating Hospital Births and Interventions

11:09 Addressing Birth Trauma and Postpartum Support

18:57 The Role of Doulas in Childbirth

20:22 Pitocin and Legal Baby Cases

27:07 Manipulation in Medical Decisions

28:14 Transition to High-Risk Status

29:29 Learning from a Travel Assignment

31:56 Pitocin Induction Guidelines

40:14 Advocating for Individualized Care

40:24 The Importance of Educated Support

49:24 Conclusion and Resources

More from Gina Mundy:

Grab her book: A Parent’s Guide to a Safer Childbirth

Visit her website GinaMundy.com 

Follow Gina Mundy on Instagram 

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Trish shares three powerful moves to help you navigate childbirth without trauma. 

Drawing from her extensive experience and a conversation with an attorney specializing in childbirth cases, she emphasizes the importance of education, having an educated support team like a doula, and maintaining a strong mindset. 

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The goal is to empower you with knowledge, advocacy, and mental preparedness to make informed decisions for a positive birth experience. 

Trish also elaborates on her evidence-based birth classes and incredible support options, such as the Labor Bat Signal with her & her virtual doulas, available through her membership. 

00:00 Introduction to Trish Ware and Her Mission

00:54 Three Power Moves for Your Best Birth

01:45 The Importance of Education in Childbirth

04:22 The Role of a Doula in Childbirth

05:54 Mindset: The Mental Aspect of Birth

07:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

Trish welcomes Lisa Paladino, a renowned tongue tie expert. Lisa shares her unique experience as a labor nurse, midwife, and IBCLC, shedding light on the often overlooked and misunderstood conditions surrounding tongue tie. 

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This conversation dives into what tongue tie is, its impact on breastfeeding and oral development, and the steps parents can take if they suspect their baby has this condition. 

Both Trish and Lisa emphasize the importance of having a relationship with an IBCLC and provide actionable advice for navigating the challenges associated with tongue tie. Trish and Lisa also discuss the emotional and physical toll on new mothers and the need for a supportive community. 

This episode offers valuable resources and encourages listeners to seek the right support and education to empower their journey through motherhood.

00:21 Understanding Tongue Tie: Expert Insights with Lisa Palladino

01:44 Lisa Palladino's Journey: From Labor Nurse to Tongue Tie Expert

04:40 The Evolution of Breastfeeding Support and Initiatives

07:01 Navigating the Challenges of Tongue Tie

12:24 Exploring the Impact of Tongue Tie Beyond Breastfeeding

17:19 The Importance of Education and Support in Birth and Breastfeeding

21:31 Understanding the Body's Natural Responses to Stress and Birth

25:49 Introducing Mindset Coaching for Trauma Release

29:07 Understanding and Addressing Tongue Ties

34:20 Navigating Breastfeeding Challenges with Tongue Ties

39:42 Comprehensive Care for Tongue Tie Procedures

45:59 Embracing Support and Making Informed Decisions

47:13 Connecting with Resources and Community Support

More from Lisa Paladino:

Unlock the Secrets of Tongue Tie Assessment & Management

Download Preparing for Frenotomy

Connect with Lisa on Instagram @TongueTieExperts

Join her FaceBook Group Breastfeeding Tongue Tied Babies

Visit TongueTieExperts.net

Resources:

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Trish shares her expert tips & insights on managing pain tolerance and raising the pain threshold during labor. 

She emphasizes that your current pain tolerance level does not significantly impact your ability to handle labor pain. 

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Trish breaks down the importance of education, mindset, and preparation in raising your pain threshold during labor. 

“ If you go into your labor understanding how intense it's gonna get, and preparing your body, having tools at your disposal, and having your mind ready to manage that pain intentionally,  you're gonna be so freaking blown away by how much pain you'll actually be able to tolerate.” - Trish

She also touches on her comprehensive birth programs, which focuses on her three part framework: knowledge, mindset, and advocacy to empower you to navigate childbirth with confidence. 

This episode will leave you understanding the difference between pain tolerance and pain threshold, and the potential for a better birth experience through preparation and the right mindset.

00:51 Understanding Pain Tolerance in Labor

04:20 The Power of Education and Mindset in Childbirth

07:23 Tools and Techniques for a Better Birth Experience

11:32 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my

Trish answers viewers questions from addressing women’s questions about their pregnancy, to navigating decisions and situations during childbirth.

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She covers a wide range of topics in this Q&A, including the importance of education on labor to make informed decisions, understanding and managing Braxton Hicks contractions, the significance of staying hydrated during pregnancy, dealing with polyhydramnios, vaccinations given to newborns, and responding to various pregnancy-related questions from listeners. 

Trish emphasizes the significance of being educated about childbirth options, and actively participating in decision-making throughout the childbirth process. 

“ You don't ever want to refuse or accept anything without knowledge. Knowledge is power, and you want to be the one making the decisions, not someone else.” - Trish

Additionally, Trish provides practical advice on dealing with fast labors, the effect of gestational diabetes on subsequent pregnancies, and addressing birth trauma. 

The episode serves as an educational resource aiming to empower expectant mothers and their partners through shared knowledge and experiences.

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01:22 Understanding Braxton Hicks Contractions

02:53 Dealing with Amniotic Fluid Concerns

03:52 Newborn Vaccinations and Medications: Making Informed Choices

07:49 Hair Coloring During Pregnancy: Safety Tips

08:33 Feeling Baby's Movements and Position Changes

09:53 Early Labor Advice and Managing Fast Labors

15:53 Induction Insights: Preparing for a Positive Experience

18:02 Addressing Pregnancy Concerns: Discharge and Baby's Size

19:32 Postpartum Normalities: Understanding Lower Back Pain

20:50 Addressing Common Concerns: Glucose Tests and Post-Birth Procedures

21:38 Understanding Labor Interventions: Pitocin and Epidurals

23:33 Newborn Care Questions: Vitamin K, Assessments, and More

24:24 Delivery Expectations: Second Time Around and Induction Choices

29:03 Pregnancy Aches, Pains, and Health Queries

31:26 Making Informed Decisions: Inductions, Natural Birth, and Birth Trauma

34:33 Special Circumstances: High-Risk Pregnancies and Blood Thinners

Resources:

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Trish dives into the subject of labor induction while offering expert guidance on making informed decisions on whether to be induced or not. 

She covers these key topics around labor induction:

• Distinguishing between medical and elective reasons for labor induction.
• Risks and benefits of labor induction. 
• The importance of making informed decisions. 

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Trish shares her own experiences and insights into the evolving practices around induction, including the impact of guidelines and studies such as the ARRIVE study. 

As always, Trish emphasizes the importance of understanding options and strategies for making informed decisions. 

“If you don’t know your options, you don’t have any” - Trish

Advocating for patient education and empowerment, Trish shares her birth classes & membership, highlighting the labor bat signal for personalized support in navigating induction decisions.

00:50 Is Induction Right for You? 

02:37 Medical vs. Elective Reasons for Induction

04:01 Understanding The Induction 

08:42 Making Informed Decisions on Labor Induction

11:37 Navigating Induction: Strategies and Support

15:13 The Power of Waiting: Embracing Natural Labor

16:35 Closing Thoughts: Fearless Birth Experience

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

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Connect w/ Trish:

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama

Trish welcomes her Calm Labor Confident Birth student, Taylor, to share her inspiring birth story. 

Taylor (45 next month) is a wife and mum of Luca, her first son who was born in June with her husband Dennis. 

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She goes by Dr. Taylor Burrowes on social media (her maiden name) and has a PhD in marriage, couples & family counseling. 

She’s a retired mental health counselor and retired marriage therapist who now works as an online coach, consultant, match maker & creator of THE VETTING SYSTEM™️

Taylor shares her birth story from her recent birth experience at 44, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared and healthy, and how Trish’s classes helped her make informed decisions. 

From joining the Labor Nurse Mama membership community, to navigating birth choices and the induction process, to postpartum experiences, Taylor and Trish dive into it all.

This conversation highlights the significance of a supportive community and the impact of support, your health, and proper preparation for a positive birthing and postpartum experience.

00:00 Introduction to Trish Ware and Her Passion for Motherhood

00:54 Meet Taylor: A Special Guest and Student

02:25 Taylor's Journey to Labor Nurse Mama

05:24 Navigating Induction and Birth Plans

11:59 The Induction Process and Hospital Experience

16:19 Epidural Experience and Final Stages of Labor

20:44 Navigating Labor with an Epidural

23:25 Reflections on Induction and Baby's Condition

25:01 Postpartum Recovery and Health

28:11 Importance of Preconception Health

32:11 Finding the Right Partner and Family Planning

37:52 Encouragement for Single Women and Success Stories

39:56 Conclusion and Community Support

More from Dr. Taylor Burrowes:

Book a free or paid call with her HERE

Connect with her on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

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Connect w/ Trish:

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Trish invites Nathan Riley, a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist who advocates for and supports out-of-hospital birth, to The Birth Experience for an important conversation around the passionate call for change in the culture of birth & healthcare.

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This conversation explores the limitations of the healthcare system in childbirth, the importance of informed consent, and the impact of unnecessary medical interventions.

Trish and Nathan advocate for a holistic approach to childbirth and empowering women through knowledge and understanding of their rights and options.

They discuss the historical context of obstetrics while sharing personal stories and insights from their careers, aiming to empower listeners to navigate their childbirth experiences with confidence and support. Both of them emphasize the importance of client-centered care in childbirth and how they approach this in their practices for a more positive birth experience.

00:55 Introducing Nathan Riley: The Home Birth OBGYN

05:47 Historical Context of Obstetrics and Gynecology

07:37 Addressing the Challenges of Informed Consent in Childbirth

20:12 The Impact of Medical Interventions

24:08 The Importance of Postpartum Support 

25:45 Exploring the Impact of Communication in Labor and Delivery

26:41 Emergency C-Sections: Perception vs. Reality

29:23 Challenging Conventional Birth Practices 

32:35 The VBAC Lab: Empowering Women Through Education

36:22 Navigating the Healthcare System: Advocacy and Individualized Care

46:12 The Power of Personal Health in Pregnancy and Birth

Connect with Dr. Nathan Riley, OBGYN:

Find Nathan on Instagram: @nathanrileyobgyn

Visit Nathan's website BelovedHolistics.com

Listen to Nathan’s podcast The Holistic OBGYN

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

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On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Trish shares her expert insights on the advantages of laboring at home as long as possible to reduce hospital interventions. She shares how to prepare for this through childbirth education, labor coping tools, and having an educated birth partner.

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Listen in as Trish shares her top tips on navigating childbirth with confidence, emphasizing the importance of preparation, mindset, and laboring at home longer for a more positive birth experience. 

Trish introduces her three-part framework:

• Gaining knowledge - take a birth class!
• Cultivating a strong, supportive mindset.
• Having a birth plan.

Trish offers practical advice on when to head to the hospital and the power of being well-prepared to ensure a less intervention-filled birth experience.

00:50 The Power of Mindset in Childbirth

02:08 Advocating for Yourself and Your Birth Choices

03:12 Why Staying Home Longer Can Lead to a Better Birth Experience

04:50 Mastering Your Mindset for Labor 

09:22 Essential Tools and Tips for Laboring at Home

16:36 The Importance of a Supportive Birth Partner

21:42 When to Head to the Hospital: Timing Your Arrival

25:56 Join Our Birth Classes for a Comprehensive Guide

26:53 A Special Offer for Aspiring Female Business Owners

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

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Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum...

This episode, with two nurse mamas, navigates through birth trauma while providing tips to have a more positive birth experience.

Introducing Mama Nurse Tina, mom of four, and a labor and delivery nurse since 2012 having worked as ER nurse before then. Tina started her social media platform as a way to empower women in childbirth education, help them feel knowledgable in their pregnancy and able to advocate for themselves when they bring their brand new baby into the world.

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Trish and Tina share their extensive experiences and insights from their careers in nursing, focusing on the importance of communication between healthcare providers and mothers-to-be to minimize birth trauma. They emphasize the power of education, preparation, and the right to advocate for oneself during childbirth.

The conversation also touches on their personal journeys and challenges within the healthcare system and the significant impact of positive patient-provider interactions on childbirth experiences.

00:57 Introducing Mama Nurse Tina

03:15 Tina's Story: From Emergency Nursing to Labor and Delivery

07:43 Navigating Birth Trauma: Insights and Strategies

12:58 Empowering Birth Experiences: Communication and Advocacy

20:21 The Impact of Nurse-Patient Connection

21:13 Educating for Empowerment: The Power of Knowledge

22:51 The Emotional Weight of Birth Experiences

24:46 Enhancing Birth Experiences Through Mindfulness

26:59 Addressing Birth Trauma and Healthcare Inequalities

31:20 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect

Connect with Mama Nurse Tina:

Tiktok @mama_nurse_tina

Instagram @mama_nurse_tina

Facebook Mama Nurse Tina

Youtube Mama Nurse Tina

Resources:

Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!

Connect w/ Trish:

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On Facebook

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On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Tune into this episode to explore the significant benefits of delayed bathing for newborns. 

In this recent Instagram live Trish shares insights on the importance of delayed bathing, how it can benefit both the baby and the mother, and how new mothers can make informed decisions during the postpartum period.

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Trish emphasizes the importance of skin-to-skin, and how vernix, a natural protective barrier, plays crucial roles in infection prevention, temperature regulation, and supporting breastfeeding. 

She shares insights from her career and changes she has witnessed and advocated for in the practice of newborn care. 

Trish gives tips and guidance on how to communicate with healthcare providers about delayed bathing and other interventions after birth to prioritize the wellbeing of the mother-baby.

From Trish:

So why am I recommending Delaying Newborn Bathing?

Delaying Newborns' first bath is one of the critical components of protection that you can advocate for your child at birth.

1 . Reduces the Risks of Infection/Exposure

Let's face it; most of our babies are born in a hospital. Think sick people. So to leave the vernix on our little ones and let it protect them from bacteria and fungi. Studies show that vernix has over 41 proteins in it. 29% of those have antimicrobial components, and 39% lend to immunity.

2 . Improves Body Temperature Control

A baby cannot regulate its body temperature (thermoregulation). The newborn baby loses its body heat four times faster than adults. Staying warm is critical to a newborn's well-being. Hence, we also promote immediate skin-to-skin (here are some skin tips and benefits) and eventually swaddling with a hat (after the golden hour, please and thank you!).

Did you know that immediate skin-to-skin reduces thermoregulation issues by 42%? WHAT???????

3. Stabilizes Newborn Blood Sugar Control

Low blood sugar in a newborn is a downright scary situation. It can quickly turn fatal. Guess what increases the risk of a baby's blood sugar dropping? Stress (Like crying) which releases cortisol (stress hormone), causes blood sugar to drop. Guess what makes them cry more? A bath.

Hello, guess what makes a baby less stressed? Being on top of their mom and being warm and not crying.

A study states that babies bathed before 12 hours of birth doubled their chance of improper blood sugar control.

4. Improved Breastfeeding Success

Girl, if all the reasons I have listed so far are not enough, then perk up. Delaying Baby's first bath protects them from a whole bunch of evils and increases the chance of successful breastfeeding. It's known that when skin-to-skin happens during the immediate postpartum period, the baby smells the amniotic fluid on the breasts.

The same is said for the vernix. It smells like amniotic fluid and familiarizes the baby with the breasts, and boom a good latch. It is thus promoting breastfeeding success.

The evidence for...

Becca Boeving, mom of two and a pelvic floor specialist known as Pelvic Floor Momma, shares her professional insights on addressing pregnancy and postpartum pain. 

Becca became a VBAC Lab student following the birth experience of her son, and quickly became obsessed with helping women walk through the weeds of pregnancy and postpartum.

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"Pelvic health isn’t anything to shy away from, although when it’s malfunctioning you may want to run and hide. But don’t - help has arrived!" - Pelvic Floor Momma

Trish and Becca talk about common discomforts pregnant women face, such as symphysis pubis dysfunction and other pelvic pain, while emphasizing the importance of movement, stretching, and proper pelvic floor care. 

Becca introduces her online course designed to alleviate pregnancy pain by teaching intentional exercises and daily motion tips to reduce discomfort. They cover the topic of pain during sex after baby, offering advice on pelvic floor care for both prevention of issues and recovery. 

This episode aims to empower women with knowledge and resources to enjoy a pain-free pregnancy and postpartum period, highlighting that common does not mean normal when it comes to discomfort.

00:52 Introducing Today's Special Guest: Becca Boeving

01:40 Becca's Journey and Expertise in Pelvic Floor Health

03:55 Addressing Common Pregnancy Pains and Solutions

09:07 The Importance of Pelvic Floor Health Beyond Pregnancy

21:10 Practical Tips for Pregnant Moms to Avoid Pain

23:29 The Power of Mobility and Proper Positioning

26:38 Concluding Thoughts and Where to Find More Resources

Connect with Becca:

Vist her website PelvicFloorMomma.com

Find Pelvic Floor Momma on IG, FaceBook, TikTok

Grab her new course Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain and use code "LNMLOVE" at checkout for a 40% discount!

More from this episode:

Join the masterclass with Trish and Becca: Pregnancy Pain MYTHS Unpacked: a Blueprint to Finding Relief

Grab the Labor Like a Pro: The Effective Positioning Playbook

Resources:

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Join Trish Ware, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of seven, as she shares her invaluable insights and expertise to help expecting mothers understand the difference between real labor contractions and Braxton Hicks contractions.

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Understanding Contractions:

Trish dives into the characteristics of both types of contractions, highlighting the regularity, intensity, and purpose of genuine labor contractions in facilitating cervical dilation and moving the baby into the birth canal.

Identifying Real Labor:

Discover the telltale signs that indicate the onset of real labor, empowering listeners to recognize these key differences and make informed decisions during their birthing experience.

Navigating Uncertainty:

Trish addresses concerns about false alarms and unnecessary hospital visits, providing valuable insights on when to seek medical advice amidst the uncertainties of labor.

Prodromal Labor:

Explore the concept of prodromal labor with Trish, who offers practical advice on recognizing and effectively managing this phase of pre-labor.

Tune in to this educational episode for a deeper understanding of labor and gain the tools needed to embark on your journey towards motherhood with confidence.

More from this episode:

Read the blog: The Signs That You are in Real Labor and Not false?

Resources:

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Becca Romero, the founder of Little Life Nutrition, joins Trish for a captivating conversation about the intricate relationship between diet, lifestyle, and fertility.

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Becca sheds light on her journey of specializing in fertility health through nutrition, emphasizing the importance of personalized dietary solutions to enhance fertility in women. The discussion further delves into topics such as the significance of blood sugar control in pregnancy success, the effectiveness of specific diets in managing infertility, and the role of comprehensive, individualized plans in overcoming fertility challenges. 

Becca shares insights on leveraging technology like blood sugar monitoring tools for better understanding and managing fertility-related issues, especially in cases like PCOS. 

Both Trish and Becca highlight the necessity of advocacy and personalized care in fertility treatment, contrasting the often generalized approaches in the medical field. They also touch upon the emotional aspects of infertility and the empowerment that comes from making informed lifestyle choices.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Today's Topic: Fertility and Nutrition

00:59 Becca Romero's Journey into Fertility Nutrition

02:35 Personal Stories and the Impact of Diet on Fertility

05:48 Understanding Blood Sugar's Role in Fertility

12:36 Exploring Tools for Monitoring Blood Sugar and Fertility

18:15 The Power of Individualized Care in Fertility Treatment

29:10 Advocating for Yourself in the Fertility Journey

30:37 Closing Thoughts and Resources

More From Becca Romero:

Grab Becca’s Free Fertility Foundations Diet Guide

Find Becca on IG: @littlelifenutrition

Visit her website: LittleLifeNutrition.com

Resources: 🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙

Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!

Connect w/ Trish:

On Instagram

On Facebook

On YouTube

On Pinterest

On TikTok

For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or