Preggie Pals: Your Pregnancy, Your Way

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Choosing Your Health Care Provider: Lactation Consultants Jan 24, 2022

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You're planning to breastfeed your baby once he arrives. But what happens if your breastfeeding experience doesn't happen as perfectly as you planned? How can a board-certified lactation consultant help you on your journey? What services does a lactation consultant typically provide? What are some of the benefits in adding one to your team of health care providers? Plus, how to find a lactation consultant who best fits you and your breastfeeding needs.

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Sleep During Pregnancy: Mental and Emotional Changes Jan 10, 2022

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We know sleep is important during pregnancy. Not getting enough can cause drastic changes both mentally and emotionally. What are some signs of sleep deprivation? How can you overcome sleep disorders while pregnant? Plus, simple tips to help you and your baby get the restful sleep you deserve.

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Fetal Development: The Second Trimester Nov 29, 2021

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Pregnancy is an amazing time in your life- filled with lots of new changes. What exactly is happening to you and your body during your second trimester? How long is this trimester and what stages of growth and development is your new baby experiencing? When will morning sickness subside? At what point can you learn your baby's gender? Plus, the flutter of your baby's first kick.

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Miscarriage and Stillbirth: Dealing with Loss Nov 01, 2021

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Losing a baby- no matter how early in pregnancy- is very real and so is the grief that comes with it. Today we'll hear three women discuss their personal experiences when it comes to miscarriage and stillbirth. How were they able to cope with this loss? What was the reaction from family and friends? And what type of resources did they find most helpful?

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Pregnancy When You Already Have Children Oct 11, 2021

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Having more than one child can make pregnancy a bit more challenging. When and how do you tell your other children that you're pregnant? How involved should they be in your pregnancy? And how do you have enough energy to physically take care of your kids while growing another one?

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Sleep During Pregnancy: Finding Comfort with a Growing Belly Sep 13, 2021

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When you're pregnant, your body is working overtime and you may feel more sleepy or tired than usual. However, the larger your belly gets, the more uncomfortable you may be when you lay down to rest? What are the best positions for sleeping while pregnant? What modifications can you make to your environment so you can get the sleep you need?

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Delayed Cord Clamping After Childbirth Aug 09, 2021

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There are many decisions to make when it comes to the birth of your baby, including whether to cut the umbilical cord right away or to delay cord clamping. What are the benefits as well as concerns of delaying the clamping and cutting of your baby's umbilical cord? Is it an option for childbirth options such as waterbirths? And why are we hearing so much about it nowadays?

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Minimize Your Pregnancy Risks with March of Dimes Feb 01, 2021

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Sometimes the journey to motherhood isn’t exactly how we planned. We all hope for an uneventful pregnancy, and it’s important to know there are steps we can take to minimize potential risks, such as the risk of birth defects. And that’s why Preggie Pals is proud to partner with the March of Dimes for this very special episode. Today, you’re going to meet Dani. Dani and her husband, Will, have had quite the parenting journey. There were lows and there were highs… and she’s here to share her story with us.

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Pregnancy Exercises: Running While Pregnant Jan 25, 2021

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Running while pregnant is a controversial topic for many non-runners. But running while pregnant can actually be quite beneficial to both mom and baby. What should you expect if you choose to run throughout your pregnancy? Can you run during all three trimesters? And what are some great ways to monitor your body to ensure you and baby are safe?

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Episiotomies, Tearing and Perineal Massage Nov 30, 2020

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If you're planning a vaginal birth, you'll want to minimize the amount of injury caused by the birth of your baby. Episiotomies, tearing and perineal massage are all options that can create more room for your baby to pass through the birth canal. When is each option typically used and how effective are they? What is the recovery process like for episiotomies versus tearing? And why are episiotomies considered taboo these days?

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