Q&A: Carrying High or Low
Question “I am 24 weeks pregnant with my first child and excited to meet my her...
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Q&A: Pregnancy Dreams
Question “Hello Vanessa! Thank you so much for this incredible resource, I do not know what...
Q&A: Sunburns & Sun Exposure During Pregnancy
Question “I really enjoy your podcast & I am so grateful that a friend of mine...
Q&A: Acupuncture for a Breech Baby
Question This week I am answering a question submitted from Megan. She says, “I was wondering...
Q&A: Pooping During Labor
Question This week I am answering a question submitted from Kim. She says, “”You talk about...
Q&A: Siblings at the Birth of a New Baby
Question “My daughter is very interested in being at the birth, and I’ve read that acceptance...
Q&A: One Page Birth Plan
Question “Hi Vanessa! First I would like to say that I love your podcast and I...
Q&A: Marijuana and Male Fertility
Question “Hi Vanessa, First, thank you so much for your podcast. My husband and I are...
Q&A: Collagen
Question “My husband and I are trying to conceive and have been loving the podcast. After...
Q&A: Postpartum Hair Loss
Question “Let me just start by saying that your podcast has been a blessing! It has...
Q&A: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding with Large Breasts
Question “I am a 36GG and I have to order bras online and have to deal...
Q&A: Breast Size and Milk Production
Question “In two days I am 37 weeks, and my breasts have hardly increased in size,...
Q&A: PUPPS
Question “Hello! I am 14 weeks pregnant and have already listened to all of your podcasts!...
Q&A: Uncomfortable Ultrasounds
Question “I’m 20 weeks pregnant and just had an ultrasound to check on the development of...
Q&A: Exercising Before a Glucose Test
Question “Hi Vanessa! I have a question about the gestational diabetes 1 hour test. I was...
Q&A: I’m so scared about giving birth!
Question “Thank you so much for your Podcast… I’m listening while I’m working, and its really...
Q&A: Retained Placenta
Question “Hi Vanessa, I have a question about having a retained placenta. I have two girls...
Q&A Heart Shaped Uterus (Bicornuate Uterus)
Question “I am 8 weeks pregnant (first time mom) and under the care of a maternal...
Q&A: Choroid Plexus Cysts
Question “At my 20 week ultrasound which I had at 19 week, I was told my...
Q&A: Fetal Growth Percentiles
Question “Hi Vanessa, I’m really loving your podcast! At 19 weeks, my baby was in the 79th percentile....
Q&A: Perineal Massage
Question “Would you give information on perineal massage and other ways to prevent tearing and increase...
Q&A: Prescription vs. Over the Counter Prenatal Vitamins
Question “Hi Vanessa! I absolutely love your podcast, so much helpful information! I was wondering if...
Q&A: Umcka (Homeopathic Remedy for Cold & Flu)
Question “Hi Vanessa! I’ve been listening to your podcast ever since I found out I was...
Q&A: Itchy Palms & Obstetric Cholestasis
Question “I am a First time Mom and your podcast has helped me a lot .I...
Q&A: Ultrasound Accuracy
Question “I’m 32 weeks pregnant and baby is measuring small. My OB first noticed at 28...
Q&A: Aspirin During Pregnancy
Question “At my 16 week OB visit, my doctor told me that the PAPP-A level on...
Q&A: Stuffy Nose & Pregnancy Rhinitis
Question “I’d love for you to do an episode or Q&A on pregnancy rhinitis. I’ve been...
Q&A: Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (Pelvic Girdle Pain)
Question “I’m currently 34 weeks pregnant, and have had severe symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) since week...
Q&A: Homeopathy & Arnica Montana
Question “I was wondering if you have found any research on the use of Arnica Montana...
Q&A: Protein During Pregnancy (Soy & Protein Powder)
Questions “I wanted to ask about soy during pregnancy. I read it can cause problems so...
Q&A: Is a Home Doppler Safe?
Question “I know one thing some women have done to relieve their stress after having losses...
Q&A: Anterior Placenta
Question “I found out at my anatomy scan that I have an anterior placenta. The reading...
Q&A: Finding a Lump in Your Breast During Pregnancy
Question “Hi Vanessa! I am 35 weeks pregnant now. Since last 3-4 weeks, I am noticing...
Q&A: Nuchal Hand & Compound Presentations
Question “I have a question to ask you as this issue came up during the birth...
Q&A: Do I really need a written birth plan?
Question “”Is it really necessary to write out a copy of my birth plan and hand...
Q&A: Postpartum Healing Pads (Padsicles)
Question “Hey Vanessa, thank you for the podcast, it is helping me feel so prepared for...
Q&A: Cabbage Leaves
Question “Hi Vanessa, I am 33 weeks pregnant with my first baby, and I have pretty...
Q&A: Sushi
Question “Is it safe to eat sushi during pregnancy? There is so much conflicting advice. Advocates for...
Q&A: Fentanyl
Question “I absolutely love your podcast! I’ve been listening for a few months and am now...
Q&A: Prenatal Yoga
Question “Hi Vanessa, I have a question about doing yoga while pregnant: I’ve been practicing yoga...
Q&A: Pregnancy & Hair Dye
Question “I was wondering what you think of getting some color in your hair whilst pregnant....
Q&A: Stress From Family
Question “Since our wedding my husband’s parents have been putting a lot of pressure on us...
Q&A: Folate and Folic Acid
Question “I just went to my first appointment and my midwife was concerned that My Kind...
Q&A: Pudendal Nerve Block
Question “Is a transvaginal pudendal nerve block recommended? Could it be used as part of a...
Q&A: Choosing the Right Baby Crib
Question “We’re searching for a baby crib. Not sure if we need spend money on a bassinet...
Q&A: Evening Primrose Oil
Question “I just heard about evening primrose being a thing but none of my research has...
Q&A: Induction
Question “I’m 40 weeks pregnant and felt a bit upset to hear my midwife encourage me...
Q&A: Skin to Skin & Delayed Cord Clamping
Question “Hi Vanessa, I am in the first trimester of my first pregnancy. My husband and...
Q&A: Working Out After Baby & Milk Production
Question “When can I start working out after giving birth? Does working out affect breast milk...
Q&A: Placenta Previa
Questions “At week 28 I was diagnosed with a low-lying placenta. The midwife at this point...