Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

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#85 Content vs. Context: A Shift That Changed Everything Jun 16, 2025

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In this soul-stirring episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga dive deep into the powerful shift from content to context—a mindset that invites you to slow down, be present, and choose intentionality in both your personal life and your nursing practice.

Together, they explore what it means to stop "should-ing" yourself to death, reclaim your presence at work and at home, and actively participate in your life instead of simply going through the motions. Through personal stories, metaphors (hello, mushroom eater!), and real-life insights from the floor, Sarah and Justine challenge you to step out of the noise, embrace the silence, and give yourself permission to thrive.

Whether you're deep in the hustle or struggling to find your footing, this conversation is your invitation to pause, reflect, and remember that being present is hard work—and it’s worth it. Thanks for listening and subscribing!

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#84 The Future of Nursing Starts with Us featuring Monica McLemore Jun 09, 2025

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne sits down with the brilliant and unapologetically real Dr. Monica McLemore for a conversation that will shift the way you think about nursing, reproductive health, and your role in this work. From their first meeting to this moment of connection, Sarah and Monica reflect on humility, curiosity, and the humanity at the core of nursing. Dr. McLemore shares her journey—starting as born a preemie to becoming a nationally respected nurse scientist, public health expert, and fierce advocate for reproductive justice. Monica calls out the myth of political polarity to issuing a bold challenge for nurses to build something better. She urges us to stop playing small, activate our gifts, and remember that nursing is—and always has been—a political act. Whether you're a preceptor, student, bedside nurse, or leader, this episode will wake you up, call you in, and remind you of the shared work ahead.

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#83 Turning Off Pitocin in Active Labor?! What’s the Evidence? Jun 02, 2025

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In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine discuss how nurses can confidently read, interpret, and apply research in clinical practice. They explore common biases in studies, the difference between statistical and clinical significance, and how research can be both empowering and misused at the bedside. We break down a recent meta-analysis on discontinuing Pitocin in active labor, offering insight into what the evidence actually shows and how we can use our brilliant nurse brains to elevate care. Thanks for listening and subscribing!

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#82 What Nurses Can Learn from Childbirth Education May 26, 2025

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Think you know birth? In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga dive into why every nurse should take a childbirth class—no matter where you are in your career. From surprising lessons learned to the gaps in patient and traditional nurse education, they unpack why patients should take a childbirth class and what nurses can learn from childbirth education and how it can strengthen your patient care. Whether you’re a student, new grad, or seasoned L&D nurse, this candid conversation will challenge your assumptions and remind you that there’s always more to learn. Thanks for listening and subscribing!

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#81 The One Where Justine Messes Up May 19, 2025

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In this podcast episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine opens up about a difficult situation she faced at work in her leadership position that tested her values, her role as a nurse, and her connection to her unit. She and Sarah talk candidly about navigating mistakes, managing shame, and the complicated reality of being a nurse leader in a challenging environment. From management decisions to union dynamics, Justine shares her side of the story—what she learned, how she’s growing, and Sarah brings a challenge as to how we show up for each other and navigate these kinds of challenges.

This conversation is about honesty, growth, and remembering that none of us are perfect, but we’re all trying. Thanks for listening and subscribing!

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#80 Celebrating YOU for Nurse’s Week! May 12, 2025

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Welcome back to Season 7 of the podcast Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses with Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga. In this episode as we kick off the new season, we are celebrating Nurses Week! As we celebrate you all year long, we wanted to do an extra special episode highlighting the incredible nurses that were nominated for Starfish Awards. Sarah and Justine share what the Starfish Awards mean, how we all represent the award, and share heartfelt stories directly from the nominees. They also talk about what the season will look like and some special guests we plan to be having. Don’t forget to subscribe because this is a season you don’t want to miss!

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#79 BTS of Bundle Birth’s Hardest Year Yet: 7 Year Anniversary & Season Finale! Jan 20, 2025

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In this final episode of Season 5 of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine take a heartfelt and candid look back at the past year of Bundle Birth's journey. This year for Sarah professionally and personally, she describes as the hardest time of her life, and how resilience, community, and determination have fueled her and Bundle Birth’s growth. Together, they chat about navigating the highs and lows of business growth reflect on triumphs, and lessons learned.

You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories about building a passionate team, launching innovative projects like the Motion app, and expanding educational offerings, including the new RNC-OB and upcoming C-EFM class.

But ultimately, this episode is a celebration of you—our listeners and Bundle Birth community—whose support makes it all possible. Join us as we reminisce, laugh, and honor the incredible journey that has brought us to this point. Here's to seven years of Bundle Birth and the exciting future ahead!

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#78 Adult Friendships: Building Real Connection with Sarah & Justine Jan 13, 2025

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In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine dive into the complex world of adult friendships. From building meaningful connections to navigating the challenges of maintaining them amidst busy schedules, they share personal stories, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're looking to deepen your friendships or simply understand why they feel different in adulthood, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and ready to nurture the relationships that matter most.
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#77 Challenging Weight Bias in Perinatal Care: A Conversation with Heather Bradford Jan 06, 2025

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In this episode, Sarah welcomes Heather Bradford, a certified nurse-midwife, assistant professor, and researcher, to discuss the critical issue of weight bias in healthcare. Heather shares her journey from clinical practice to academia, where her experiences and observations inspired her groundbreaking research into how weight bias impacts patient care and outcomes, particularly in obstetrics.

Together, they unpack the subtle and explicit ways weight bias manifests in healthcare settings, explore its far-reaching consequences on patient health and trust, and challenge providers to reflect on their own biases. Heather also highlights the need for systemic changes and shares insights from her research, including practical steps providers and nurses can take to provide more equitable, compassionate, and effective care.

This thought-provoking conversation invites all healthcare professionals to reexamine their approach, up-level their practice, and contribute to better outcomes for patients in larger bodies. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that’s as empowering as it is essential.
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#76 Inside the RNC-OB Exam: Expert Insights & Prep Strategies Dec 30, 2024

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On this podcast episode, Happy with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah is joined with some of our Bundle Birth educators and National Certification Corporation (NCC) item writer and subject matter expert, Whitney Wells for a conversation about the RNC-OB exam development process. As experts on the Registered Nurse Certified (RNC) Obstetric exam, they discuss the process and strategies for preparing for the exam. This includes the importance of studying the provided resources rather than just relying on clinical experience.

They also talk about how the NCC selects a diverse team of bedside nurses to write and review exam questions, ensuring the content reflects current best practices across different regions. They also cover the continuing competency assessment, which evaluates nurses' ongoing knowledge and identifies areas for further education. Overall, the conversation aims to demystify the RNC certification process, make it super accessible and encourage you that this is the next step in your career! The Power of Physiologic birth: Improving Outcomes with Sarah Lavonne on Spotify or Apple Podcast.

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