Preggie Pals: Your Pregnancy, Your Way

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Coping with Morning Sickness Apr 04, 2022

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Think you're pregnant? Nausea is one of the first pregnancy symptoms you may notice, and it could stay with you for a while. So, what actually causes morning sickness? What types of foods and vitamins help make you feel better? Plus, our panelists share how they coped with morning sickness during their pregnancies.

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Choosing Your Care Provider: Pediatrician Mar 28, 2022

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You're in the process of picking out your dream team when it comes to pregnancy and birthing your baby. But what about picking a pediatrician to help care for your baby? That's right! Choosing your pediatrician is highly recommended prior to your baby's birth! How do you find a pediatrician that's right for your family? What important questions should you ask them? And what type of care can you expect shortly after delivering your baby?

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Delivering a Breech Baby Mar 21, 2022

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You were planning for a vaginal birth, but then you learn your baby is breech. Fetal position is often overlooked until late in the pregnancy, so what are your options? Should you try and get your baby to turn? Can you deliver a breech baby vaginally? What are the concerns for both mom and baby?

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Nesting Instinct During Pregnancy Mar 14, 2022

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Sudden bursts of energy have led you to clean out the fridge, sweep out the garage and reorganize your sock drawer. The good news is, you're not alone. What exactly is the nesting instinct during pregnancy? Who gets it? And how can we effectively use it without driving our partners (and other people around us) completely crazy? Plus, one of our listeners from Maine joins us as a special guest!

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Changing Care Providers Mid-Pregnancy Mar 07, 2022

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You're mid-pregnancy and you need to change your medical care provider. Eeek! There are a million reasons why. Perhaps your insurance changed, you moved or you're simply unhappy with your current OB/GYN or Midwife. So, what happens next? How do you tactfully "break up" with your current provider and how do you (quickly) find someone new who can help you? What about transferring medical records and billing? Our heads are spinning just thinking about it!

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Creating Your Postpartum Plan Feb 28, 2022

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In addition to caring for an amazing newborn baby, your postpartum period will almost certainly bring more stress and challenges than you anticipated. Preparing a postpartum plan can help make this transition into parenthood a bit smoother. So, what should you consider when creating your postpartum plan? When should you create it, and who should be part of the process?

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Putting VBAC Risks Into Perspective Feb 21, 2022

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Your first baby was born via c-section and with this time you're hoping to have a vaginal birth, or VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). You may have heard about some of the risks, but what does it all actually mean? Are VBACs riskier than having a repeat c-section? What factors should you consider before making this big decision for both you and your baby?

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Making Sex Comfortable During Pregnancy Feb 14, 2022

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Sex during pregnancy is different for every woman. You may have a huge sex drive... or the thought of your partner giving you the entire bed while he sleeps on the couch may sound more appealing. If you do want to have sex, you may be concerned about your overall comfort. Is sex during pregnancy different than "regular sex"? What changes can you expect? What positions work best for a growing bump, and what should you avoid altogether? Yep, this one's explicit.

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Childbirth Preparation Methods: Sacred Pregnancy Feb 07, 2022

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If you've already had a baby and you're pregnant again, you may be looking for a great way to celebrate your pregnancy and prepare for the emotional journey in front of you. Sacred Pregnancy is a new movement focused on the bonds of sisterhood during pregnancy. What typically happens during these classes? Plus, the benefits of incorporating artwork and journaling to enhance your overall experience.

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Miscarriage and Stillbirth: Pregnancy After Loss Jan 31, 2022

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If you've experienced miscarriage or stillbirth, you may have concerns about becoming pregnant again. But there is hope. How do you know when you're ready to start trying again? What type of emotions may you experience with a subsequent pregnancy? And how do you process it all? Today we're talking with three women who have experienced loss but have also experienced successful pregnancies.

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