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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...

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Q&A: One Page Birth Plan

Question “Hi Vanessa! First I would like to say that I love your podcast and I...

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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...

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Q&A: Postpartum Hair Loss

Question “Let me just start by saying that your podcast has been a blessing! It has...

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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...

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Q&A: Retained Placenta

Question “Hi Vanessa, I have a question about having a retained placenta. I have two girls...

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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...

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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...

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Q&A: Postpartum Healing Pads (Padsicles)

Question “Hey Vanessa, thank you for the podcast, it is helping me feel so prepared for...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Q&A: Skin to Skin & Delayed Cord Clamping

Question “Hi Vanessa, I am in the first trimester of my first pregnancy. My husband and...

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Q&A: Working Out After Baby & Milk Production

Question “When can I start working out after giving birth? Does working out affect breast milk...

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Q&A: Placenta Previa

Questions “At week 28 I was diagnosed with a low-lying placenta. The midwife at this point...

Q&A: VBAC

Question “I’m pregnant with my second child. My first was a mixed position of breech and...

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Q&A Single Umbilical Artery

Question “At my 20 week anatomy scan I was diagnosed with single umbilical artery. It seems...

Q&A Glucose Challenge Screening

Question “I just found out that I failed my gestational diabetes screening and pretty bummed about...