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Ep216 Heather's Twin C-Section Apr 27, 2011

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PregTASTIC Panelist Heather is back to share the birth story of two beautiful twin girls. Learn more about her planned c-section. Would she do it all over again? What's a cervical cerclage and how does it impact labor and delivery? Plus, her struggles with feeding her newborns and her big battle with the baby blues.

Ep215 LaShonda's C-Section Apr 20, 2011

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PregTASTIC panelist LaShonda is back to share her birth story. She spent weeks preparing to deliver her baby naturally, so what ultimately happened at the birthing center? How many hours of labor was too many? And why did she try to escape from the hospital in the middle of the night?

Ep214 Pregnancy Ups and Downs Apr 13, 2011

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Our PregTASTIC panelists are back to share their most recent pregnancy ups and downs. Find out which mommy-to-be was recently thrown a virtual baby shower. Who just passed their three hour glucose tolerance test? And which panelist felt completely overwhelmed when registering for gifts at Babies R Us? Plus, leg cramps, backaches, "belly bras" and much more.

Ep213 Maternity Clothes: Smart Shopping Tips Mar 29, 2011

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Shopping at any stage of pregnancy can be a lot of fun, but it can also be overwhelming once you're standing in front of that full length mirror. When is the best time during your pregnancy to start shopping? What type of fabrics are most comfortable and easy to maintain? How can you still look professional at the office while accommodating for your growing bump? Plus a breakdown of our maternity must-haves.

Ep212 Betsy's Twin Birth Story Mar 22, 2011

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Betsy, our first PregTASTIC panelist to be pregnant with twins, is back to share her birth story. Was she able to avoid the dreaded mixed delivery? Is she able to breastfeed both twins? What was the worst pain of her life that she was not prepared for? Plus, her advice for other mothers expecting twins.

Ep211 Preventing Birth Defects Mar 16, 2011

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Research shows that many birth defects can be prevented with some advanced planning and be taking precautions throughout your pregnancy. Will a glass of wine really hurt your baby? What about second-hand smoke, hair dye and household cleaning supplies? How does obesity impact your unborn child? Learn more about what's causing the most common birth defects and what you can do to help prevent them.

Ep210 Pregnancy Ups and Downs Mar 08, 2011

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Our PregTASTIC panelists share their most recent pregnancy ups and downs. Plus, listeners submit their questions to the panel and a special guest call-in from Philadelphia.

Ep209 Pumping and Maintaining Your Milk Supply Mar 01, 2011

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We want our babies to have all the benefits of breastmilk, even when we’re not able to provide it. That’s when many moms turn to the pump. Mary Ann Jones, Program Manager for Lactation at Sharp Hospital explores how to properly pump and maintain your milk supply.

Ep208 Homeopathy During Pregnancy Feb 22, 2011

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When our bodies are sick, many of us turn to conventional medicine to find a cure. However, these prescriptions don’t treat the actual cause for the problem, just the symptom. Pamela Klein, a Homeopathic Practitioner, tells us how homeopathy and its remedies can help heal your body and the body of your baby.

Ep207 The Benefits of Infant Massage Feb 15, 2011

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A caring touch is good for everyone, but for babies, the benefits are endless. Kimberly Bianco, a childbirth educator, doula and infant massage instructor, explores tips and techniques for massages that bring immediate and lasting results to your baby.

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