Pregnancy Podcast | Helping moms and dads navigate all of the crazy awesomeness that is pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent.

Q&A: Perineal Massage

Question “Would you give information on perineal massage and other ways to prevent tearing and increase...

72: Communicating With Your Doctor or Midwife

Listen Now Episode 72 Content and Overview A recurring issue I hear about from many expecting moms is...

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...

70: The Second Trimester (Updated)

Listen Now Episode 70 Content and Overview For many expecting moms the second trimester is their favorite...

Q&A: Itchy Palms & Obstetric Cholestasis

Question “I am a First time Mom and your podcast has helped me a lot .I...

69: The First Trimester (Updated)

Listen Now Episode 69 Content and Overview The first 12 weeks of your pregnancy will probably be...

Q&A: Ultrasound Accuracy

Question “I’m 32 weeks pregnant and baby is measuring small. My OB first noticed at 28...

68: I’m Pregnant. Now What? (Updated)

Listen Now Episode 68 Content and Overview Once you see the positive result on your pregnancy test...

Q&A: Aspirin During Pregnancy

Question “At my 16 week OB visit, my doctor told me that the PAPP-A level on...

67: Vaccines 0-24 Months, Individual Vaccines

Listen Now Episode 67 Content and Overview Making informed decisions on whether or not to vaccinate your...

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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...

66: Vaccines 0-24 Months, an Overview

Listen Now Episode 66 Content and Overview Vaccines are recommended from birth up through adulthood. When a...

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...

65: Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy

Listen Now Episode 65 Content and Overview Flu is short for influenza, which is an infectious...

Q&A: Homeopathy & Arnica Montana

Question “I was wondering if you have found any research on the use of Arnica Montana...

64: Tdap Vaccine

Listen Now Episode 64 Content and Overview A vaccine is created by taking a weakened or...

Q&A: Protein During Pregnancy (Soy & Protein Powder)

Questions “I wanted to ask about soy during pregnancy. I read it can cause problems so...

63: Get a Head Start on Parenting

Listen Now Episode 63 Content and Overview The first year of your baby’s life goes by...

Q&A: Is a Home Doppler Safe?

Question “I know one thing some women have done to relieve their stress after having losses...

62: Vaginal Exams

Listen Now Episode 62 Content and Overview Third trimester starts in week 28 and appointments with...

Q&A: Anterior Placenta

Question “I found out at my anatomy scan that I have an anterior placenta. The reading...

61: Vitamin D

Listen Now Episode 61 Content and Overview Vitamin D plays a crucial role during your pregnancy....

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...

60: Health Insurance

Listen Now Episode 60 Content and Overview In the United States, the average cost of a...

Q&A: Nuchal Hand & Compound Presentations

Question “I have a question to ask you as this issue came up during the birth...

59: Circumcision

Listen Now Episode 59 Content and Overview Circumcision can be a very controversial topic and a very...

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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...

Birth
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58: Skin to Skin Contact

Listen Now Episode 58 Content and Overview No matter what type of birth you have, the most...

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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: Pudendal Nerve Block

Question “Is a transvaginal pudendal nerve block recommended? Could it be used as part of a...

Birth
Q&A

49: Your Birth Plan

Listen Now Episode 49 Content and Overview A birth plan is your plan of how you...

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...

Newborn
Q&A

48: Third Stage of Labor

Listen Now Episode 48 Content and Overview The third stage of labor starts after your baby...

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