Q&A: Recreational Activities During Pregnancy
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Q&A: Nail Polish
Question “Is it safe to use nail polish during pregnancy? I’m finding mixed reviews online, and I’m only 7 weeks, so I haven’t been able to see an OB yet….
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Question “I have been listening to your podcast since I was about 15 weeks pregnant. I listened to all of the episodes and I am excited for more to come…
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Question “Hi Vanessa! I am currently 25 weeks pregnant with my first and into episode 37 of your podcast. While I have a long way to go (I hope to…
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Question “Hello Vanessa, First off thank you for all that you Do! I am pregnant with my second child and your podcast has been extremely helpful in preparing me for…
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Question “Hi Vanessa, I am 19 weeks pregnant and just visited Europe (using great recommendations on traveling while pregnant from your podcast!). While there, I turned down several hazelnut pastries…
Continue readingQ&A: Apple Cider Vinegar
Question “Hi Vanessa, Apple Cider Vinegar (with the mother) has loads of health benefits but I’m confused if it’s safe to take when pregnant? Other drinks like kombucha are advised…
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Question “Hi Vanessa, like everyone else, I rely entirely on your podcast for a wealth of information and education on various topics relating to pregnancy, babies, and health, and I’m…
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Question “Hello Vanessa, I have two questions that I hope you might be able to answer. I have decided to be a single mother to my future child by insemination,…
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Question “Hello there! I am 5 weeks pregnant and have been having cramping in my lower/right abdomen. Despite my protests of doing too many ultrasounds, my doctor insisted I go…
Continue readingQ&A: Placenta Encapsulation & the CDC
Question “Hi Vanessa, first, allow me to thank you for creating such a valuable source of information for pregnant woman. I discovered your podcast at the beginning of my second…
Continue readingQ&A: Fear of Things Not Going as Planned
Question “Hello Vanessa. First, I want to thank you for your podcast it has answered so many of my questions and helped me feel as prepared as possible for birth….
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Question “Vanessa I cannot thank you enough for your podcast. My husband and I have found it to be a lifesaver. I have a question about my baby’s movements. I…
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Question “Hi Vanessa. I am 35 weeks today and am finishing getting my baby’s nursery ready. I am planning to wash all of the baby clothes and everything and my…
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Question “Hi Vanessa, I’m really glad that my girlfriend put me onto your podcast, I’ve enjoyed listening to it and you’ve really helped me out especially when it comes to…
Continue readingQ&A: Pregnancy Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Question “Hi Vanessa, Thanks so much for your show! In my first pregnancy, I suffered from pregnancy carpal tunnel syndrome – it was really annoying to have my fingers go…
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Question “I am 32 weeks, with my first. And my question is about numbness in my feet. It comes and goes, sometimes just a toe or top of my foot…
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Question “Hi Vanessa, I love your podcast and am so grateful I found it early so I could listen to it throughout pregnancy! I am almost 17 weeks pregnant with…
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Question “Vanessa, thank you for this invaluable resource! I have question about tanning while pregnant. Is it okay to tan while pregnant? What about tanning beds, tanning lotions or spray…
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Question “Hi Vanessa! I’ve been listening to your podcast. I’m in the first trimester of my pregnancy, and not even sure how far along I am yet. But I wanted…
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Question “Hello Vanessa. I have been listening to your podcast for quite some time now – thank you for the breadth of information you provide to listeners! I am now…
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Question “Is pregnancy brain a real thing?” – Alyssa Answer Additional Resources Pregnancy leads to long-lasting changes in human brain structure Aeroflow is a company that helps you get a…
Continue readingQ&A: When should I tell my boss I am pregnant?
Question “Thank you for you podcast! I am six weeks pregnant and I am not sure when I need to tell my boss that I am expecting. I planned to wait to…
Continue readingQ&A: Pregnancy Fatigue
Question “Hello Vanessa! Thank you so much for your podcast it is a lifesaver! I am currently 8 weeks pregnant and so far have been feeling pretty good, except that…
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