Group B Strep
Overview Group B streptococcus is a type of bacterial infection. This bacterium naturally lives in the gastrointestinal…
The Benefits of Pregnancy Brain
Overview Pregnancy brain is a term used to describe forgetfulness during pregnancy, not being able to focus,…
Unmedicated Birth
Overview Unmedicated birth comes with many benefits but also has its challenges. If you plan to avoid…
COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy
Overview Historically vaccines have taken a decade or longer to develop and get to market. Due to…
Reframing How You Think About Labor Pain
Overview The simplest explanation of how we feel pain is that our bodies sense pain when nerves…
Other Pain Management Options During Labor
Overview You have several pain management options for labor and birth. The availability of specific methods may…
Nitrous Oxide During Labor
Overview Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, was first used as a labor analgesic in 1881….
Epidural
Overview In this episode, we are talking about epidurals. There are three separate procedures that can be…
Birth Center
Overview A birth center is a middle ground between home birth and a hospital. You get the…
Hospital Birth
Overview About 98% of all births in the United States are in hospitals. Even if you plan…
Labor Signs and the Start of Labor
Overview When you have made it through most of your pregnancy and are in the final stretch,…
Third Trimester Overview
Overview The third trimester goes from weeks 28 until your baby’s birth, around 40 weeks. If you…
Second Trimester Overview
Overview The second trimester tends to be the favorite period for many expecting moms. During weeks 13…
First Trimester Overview
Overview The first 12 weeks of your pregnancy will probably be the most significant adjustment period. You…
What to Look for in a Prenatal Vitamin
Overview Taking a high-quality prenatal vitamin is one of the easiest things you can do to ensure…
Pregnancy Loss
Overview Erica McAfee, a grief specialist and doula, who really puts grief and loss and recovery into…
Breast Changes During Pregnancy and Postpartum
Overview In this episode, we discuss how your breasts change during pregnancy and after you have your…
Tips for Maternity Clothes
Overview You know that you will experience a lot of physical changes when you get pregnant. Some…
Birth Recovery and Postpartum
Overview Culturally in the United States, we don’t talk about the fact that you recover from birth…
Racial Disparities, Building Community, and Advocating for Yourself
Overview The statistics on the disparities women of color face in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum highlight some…
Social Distancing with Your New Baby
Overview It can be scary to be a parent and be responsible for a baby’s health, safety,…
Navigating Pregnancy and a New Baby With a Dog
Overview There is a lot of evidence on the benefits of babies and kids growing up with…
5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Every Prenatal Appointment
Overview Midwives and OBGYNs are experts in prenatal care, pregnancy, and birth. They are trained to identify…
Boosting Your Immune System
Overview The immune system is complex, and there is a lot of research on how different nutrients…