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Ep106 First Moments and Hours After Birth Aug 19, 2008

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What to expect during the first moments and hours after giving birth: hospital procedures, newborn screenings, breastfeeding, importance of skin to skin, vaccinations, ways to involve your husband and some thoughts about episiotomy. Jean Frazier, RN, answers our questions as we kick off part 1 of our 3 part "First Series".

Ep105 Jill's Birth Story Aug 12, 2008

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How was Jill's labor different with baby #2? Why did she leave the hospital earlier than planned? Pumping or breastfeeding? Was feeding easier the second time around? Ideas to prepare you family for the arrival of your new baby? And, a freezer full of casseroles. Former PregTASTIC member Jill shares her birth story.

Ep104 Breastfeeding Myths and More Aug 06, 2008

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The 411 on breastfeeding. PregTASTIC celebrates Breastfeeding Awareness Week! Are you magically supposed to know how to BF? What does a hamburger have to do with breastfeeding? What is an enteromammary pathway? Hot or cold compress? Are breastfed babies protected from diseases mom was vaccinated against? Lactation Consultant and author Rose DeVigne-Jackiewicz RN, IBCLC gives the 411 on breastfeeding myths and more.

Ep103 Will He Be a Super Dad? Jul 31, 2008

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Will he be a Super Dad or will he struggle to figure out some of the basics? Test your partner's knowledge of diaper changing, baby holding, swaddling and other things every dad should know! How do you think he will do as a father?

Ep102 Weird Side of Pregnancy Jul 23, 2008

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Belly button woes, newfound moles, the cure for restless legs. What do you get when you put together a bar of soap and a bed sheet? The PregTASTIC crew reveals their weird side. Plus, birthing class options, a VERP and what not to do for heartburn.

Ep101 Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression Jul 15, 2008

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What differentiates the baby blues from postpartum depression? What are the early signs of postpartum depression? Can it be prevented? How long is the postpartum period? Jane Honikman co-founder of Postpartum Education for Parents and Postpartum Support International talks ppd with the crew.

Ep100 Our 100th Show... Let's Celebrate! Jul 03, 2008

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It’s PregTASTIC’s 100th show and 2nd birthday! Former PregTASTIC panelists return to give advice about pregnancy, birth and life with a newborn including postpartum sex, must haves, vaginal recovery and more!

Ep099 Five Tips to Get Rid of the Jelly Belly Jun 18, 2008

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What is that soft, squishy stuff hanging around your mid-section? How can you get rid of the jelly belly? How long will it be there? What can you do while you’re pregnant to lessen the amount of postnatal jelly belly? And how many extra calories should you be eating?

Ep098 Julia's Planned C-Section Jun 11, 2008

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A baby boy or girl? What did Julia compare her planned c-section to? Did her recommended 6 hour walks lead to an easy recovery? Julia’s recommendations for a planned c-section. Plus, HynoBirthing bits, birthing options and win this hip dad-friendly diaper bag.

Ep097 Stroller Striding to Fitness Jun 05, 2008

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When should new moms return to working out? What is a Stroller Strides class? How old does your baby need to be to go with you? What if your baby cries during the class? Besides exercise, what are some other benefits of Stroller Strides? Lisa Druxman, fitness expert and founder of Stroller Strides, discusses these questions and more with the PregTASTIC crew.

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