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Ep. 33: Birth Plan Part 1. Mindset, Induction, Ambiance & early labor goals Apr 30, 2024

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In this episode we go through some of the techniques Laura has been teaching Remi to get her mindset ready for labor, and Remi explains some of the things she has been doing lately to practice for it ahead.
We also start talking about Remi's birth plan (part 1) where we cover all of her goals and wishes for early labor including induction, room ambiance, when to go to the hospital and more.
Another great episode to listen to with a pen and paper. Enjoy!
Products mentioned in this episode:
Hypnobirthing app

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Ep. 32: Pregnancy Q&A with Nate! Pregnancy challenges, excitement and fears on raising a girl, parenting and more! Apr 23, 2024

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We get Nate back on the pod to now answer some pregnancy questions including:

Have you always wanted kids?
How did you feel about choosing the gender through IVF process, did you have a preference at first?
What are you most excited about having a girl?
What's your greatest fear of being a girl dad?
What challenges you think you'll face?
Did you have any anxiety during the first trimester?
In a perfect world how many kids would you want to have?
As you both prepare to be mom and dad, what's the most challenging thing you have experienced?
What's your plan for taking care of farm while sleep deprived or with a baby? Will you hire help for the farm?
Who takes care of the farm when you leave town and does this mean you will never travel with Remi and baby girl?
How has the pregnancy affected you?
Have you been snacking more because of her pregnancy?
Will you share baby duties?
Anything you are both doing to prep for parenting?
How did you guys feel about telling friends about doing IVF? Did you tell right away through every step of the process?
How is your family, are they excited as well?
Are you guys planning on having both families over as soon as she is born?

Tune in and find out!

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Ep. 31: Remi's gender reveal & Anatomy Scan Experience Apr 16, 2024

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In this episode Remi shares the gender of the baby and the story behind selecting that embryo for this second transfer. Was the other embryo the same gender? Was it different? She finally opens up about all the journey details!

We also go through her anatomy scan experience and results.

Tune in and catch up!

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Ep. 30: Baby Registry Special part 2. Baby gear, feeding and extra essentials! Apr 09, 2024

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In this special Baby Registry episode, part 2, we go through all of the baby items, and rank them on an essential scale, taking into account mamas lifestyles and different needs. We also go through what's worth the splurge and what's not worth the investment.

We divided this episode into 2 parts, in our previous episode we covered clothing, bathing, nursery, diapers and health items! This week we cover baby gear, feeding, and extras as well as what's voted most unused items by YOU!

Get a pen and paper because you will need to take notes on this one too!
PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Remi's stroller
Remi's car seat
Doona
Pacifier
Playmat
Haakaa
Lactation massager

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Ep. 29: Baby Registry Special part 1. Clothing, bathing, nursery essentials? What's worth the spluge? Apr 02, 2024

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In this special Baby Registry episode, we go through all of the baby items, and rank them on an essential scale, taking into account mamas lifestyles and different needs, while Laura also advises Remi on which items are essential for her lifestyle and needs.

We also go through what's worth the splurge and what's not worth the investment.

We divided this episode into 2 parts, and in this first part we go over: Clothing, bathing, nursery, diapers and health items! Next week we'll cover baby gear, feeding, and extras as well as what's voted most unused items by YOU!

Get a pen and paper because you will need to take notes on this one.

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Ep. 28: Week 19 update, Pregnancy weight gain, Lowering stress in pregnancy & Pregnancy Affirmations Mar 26, 2024

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This episode gives you an update on week 19 including an OB appointment, we talk about pregnancy weight gain, the risks of having stress in pregnancy, as well as options to lower our stress levels including helpful affirmations for this pregnancy stage, to keep a good headspace.
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Ep. 27: Pregnancy update weeks 13-17, Second trimester tips & Baby shower plans Mar 19, 2024

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In this episode we go through all updates from week 13th to 17th, including the new OBGYN Remi shifted to and why, 2nd trimester tips, the start of the baby registry, what Remi has bought so far for baby, and her baby shower plans!
Enjoy :)

Products mentioned in this episode:

Diastasis Recti & Pelvic floor App code LAURA10 for a discount
Babylist registry app
Pregnancy pillow
Nontoxic belly oil & option2, option3, option4

The live doula support group is now closed but you can JOIN US IN THE POSTPARTUM LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP
- 4 classes: postpartum plan, postpartum mom care, newborn care & breastfeeding
- 2 months of 1on1 doula access via text & email
- For due dates July - December 2024
- Starts May 22nd through July 3rd

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Ep. 26: First trimester weeks 8-12, Telling parents & Choosing the right OBGYNs Mar 12, 2024

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In this episode Remi goes through her symptoms during the last weeks of the first trimester, weeks 8 through 12,explains how it was telling her parents, and her experience graduating from shots & fertility clinic!

We also go through how some of the main questions to ask OBGYNs and why it's important to do so.

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Ep. 25: Special Pregnancy QA: How far along? Any names picked? How much was IVF? Mar 05, 2024

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On this week's special pregnancy QA episode we get back to so many of your questions regarding Remi's pregnancy so far including:

How far along is she?
How many eggs did she retrieve each time?
Does she have names picked out?
How has she hidden the belly all this time?
Does she know the gender and will/when will she be announcing?
How much did she spend on the whole IVF journey until the successful pregnancy?
What is the meaning of a rainbow baby?
What is she most excited for?
Why does she want kids?
Is she taking any birth classes?
Is she planning a hospital or home birth?
What's the first adventure she wants to bring mini one?

Tune in and find out!
LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP IS NOW CLOSED
BUT YOU CAN JOIN US FOR THE POSTPARTUM SESSIONS

Starts May 22nd
For due dates July-December 2024
4 live group classes: postpartum plan, postpartum mom care, breastfeeding and newborn care
2month access to 1on1 doula support via text and email
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Ep. 24: Remi is pregnant! Feb 27, 2024

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YES. REMI IS PREGNANT!

In this episode we update you from week 4 to 8. We go through the BETA pregnancy test blood work results, and first handful of baby scans confirming the pregnancy was progressing properly, and Remi provides all of her pregnancy updates including symptoms, feelings and much more.

Laura also provides some basic initial pregnancy tips and nausea relief tips for that very common first trimester sickness!

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JOIN LAURA'S LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP WITH REMI!