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Ep096 Vanessa's Birth Story May 28, 2008

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From trying trimesters to a textbook birth... 19 yr old Vanessa was born to be a mom. Her advice to young expecting mothers and her breastfeeding pillow recommendation. What is a frenulum and what does it have to do with breastfeeding?

Ep095 Stephanie's Birth Story May 14, 2008

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Did becoming a human pin cushion help speed up, former panelist, Steph's labor? Why did she get scolded when she arrived at the hospital? What did Steph wish someone had told her before the baby arrived? And her birth plan, Coombs' Positive and baby blues.

Ep094 A Labor and Delivery Nurse's Perspective May 07, 2008

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How can you make things easier on yourself during labor. Is there a standard of what happens after birth with getting baby to mom? What are some tips for writing a birth plan that will more likely be followed by the hospital staff? How can you minimize your embarrassment and will you care, nursing bribery and pain tolerance.

Ep093 Preterm Labor: What Causes It? Apr 29, 2008

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Preterm labor: What are the causes? Signs? How can preterm labor be prevented? What about twins? Dr. Diane Ashton, Deputy Medical Director of the March of Dimes talks preterm birth.

Ep092 Pregnancy Planning: Planned to the T, Oops or Surprise? Apr 23, 2008

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This week we're chatting about the lighter side of pregnancy. Did your pregnancy happen as planned, was it an oops, or a surprise? Were both you and your husband on board?

Ep091 The Medical Facts of Miscarriage Apr 16, 2008

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Is miscarriage preventable? If so, how? What are the signs of miscarriage? Are there health conditions that can cause miscarriage? What goes on with a woman's hormones before and after a miscarriage? Dr. Deborah Wachs, a Reproductive Endocrinologist answers these and other miscarriage questions.

Ep090 Miscarriage: Personal Experiences Apr 09, 2008

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How to cope with miscarriage? How to talk with family and friends about it. How to support a friend who has miscarried and what NOT to say to someone who has miscarried. PregTASTIC's panelists share their personal stories.

Ep089 Giggle Gear: The Essential Items Apr 01, 2008

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Strollers, car sears, travel systems, cribs... Trouble sifting through all the options? Ali from giggle.com details things to consider. Are you a double wide, city dweller or off road warrior? Plus, a smart rocker, furniture that grows with your baby and debunk the myth of things you hear are essential.

Ep088 PregTASTIC Picnic and Chit Chat Mar 25, 2008

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How much is too much? When should you stop talking about your pregnancy? Belly Button woes, Steph's shower, vivid dreams, storing sleep, storing sex, clothing ideas and more.

Ep087 Amy's Hypnobirth Mar 19, 2008

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Birth at 42 weeks, Amy, former panelist, shares her birthing story. Did she use Hypnobirthing and how long did she labor at home? Her doula's role, a teary husband, breastfeeding ups and downs and a HUGE surprise! Plus, no joking around at 2am.

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