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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 100: Chemical Pregnancies, Marginal Cord Insertion, and Breech Cesarean Birth with Shy AnnIn this episode Shy is sharing her birth story! Shy had three chemical pregnancies before getting pregnant with her son. Some things we talk about are marginal cord insertion, switching OB providers, breech birth, emotional disconnect, birth control, and much more!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-03-0750 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 99: PROM + Unmedicated Birth Story with Anna HillIn this episode (my client!) Anna Hill is sharing her birth story. At 36 weeks pregnant Anna's water broke, contractions started shortly after and picked up quick! Some things we talk about are PROM, Bradley Method, unmedicated birth, the NICU , CMPI, infant acid reflux, and more!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-02-281h 08
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 98: PART TWO - Preeclampsia (again), Induction, and VBAC with Brianne TowerIn this episode Brianne Tower shares the birth of her second daughter after suffering a miscarriage early 2020. Her hope was for a VBAC!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-02-2146 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 97: PART ONE - Preeclampsia, HELLP Syndrome, and an Emergency Cesarean with Brianne TowerIn this episode Brianne Tower comes on the podcast to share her first birth story - an emergency c-section at 33 weeks.
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2022-02-1431 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 96: Rapid Labor in Mexico with Mariana OrtizIn this episode Mariana Ortiz shares her first birth story! She had her daughter in Mexico - her labor was 5 hours total from start to finish!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-01-3133 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 95: Three Day Induction, Failed Epidural, Retained Placenta, and Baby Blues with Rowan FooteIn this podcast Rowan Foote comes on to share her birth story! Rowan had her daughter 3 weeks early due to preeclampsia. She had a 3 day induction which included a failed epidural, retained placenta, and a postpartum infection.
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-01-2453 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 94: Redemptive Birth with Rachel CampbellIn this episode Rachel Campbell shares both of her birth stories. Her first birth involved an incredibly difficult physical postpartum journey - her epidural stopped working and it took her 6 months to completely heal. Her second birth was redemptive and empowering! Rachel is also a new doula!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-01-171h 00
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 93: Birth Story From an L&D RN with Mariana ChenIn this episode Mariana Chen shares her birth story! Mariana shares about getting pregnant with PCOS, her doctor thinking she may have a blighted ovum, preparing for an unmedicated birth, not knowing her water broke, and much more! She is sharing her story through the eyes of an L&D RN.
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2022-01-1047 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 92: Induction Birth Story with Kaitlyn CappelIn this episode Kaitlyn Cappel shares her birth story! The birth Kaitlyn dreamed for and prepared for was not the one she had. Kaitlyn shares how she has learned to mourn the birth she wanted while seeing the positive sides of the one she had. Some things we talk about in this episode are Fertility Awareness Method, post dates induction, foley balloon, Pitocin, nuchal cord, jaundice, cats in trees, and more!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 91: Pregnancy after loss, PROM, and 35 Week Unmedicated Birth with Emily RossIn this episode my good friend + coworker Emily comes on the podcast to share her birth story! Emily's water broke at 35 weeks just after her baby shower. She had her baby the very next day just a few rooms down and a few hours before me!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 90: High Risk Pregnancy due to Vasa Previa with Samantha MurtaughIn this episode Samantha comes on the podcast to share her birth story! At her 20 week anatomy scan Samantha found out she had placenta previa which later in her pregnancy turned into vasa previa. We also talk about anxiety during pregnancy + postpartum depression from having a high risk pregnancy.
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com 2021-12-1335 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 89: Preterm Birth, Postpartum Hemorrhage, and NICU Journey with Natasha SanchezIn this episode Natasha shares her weeklong preterm birth story while being out of town for her baby shower! Natasha's water broke prematurely after having a gut feeling her entire pregnancy that her baby was going to come early - she was hospitalized for a week prior to his arrival. Postpartum Natasha's bleeding was not under control, ultimately requiring a pelvic artery embolization (PAE) to stop her hemorrhaging. Her baby boy has been in the NICU for over a month now and is doing great!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 88: Hospital Birth, Home Birth, REI Parenting, and Elimination Communication with Britt LoukosIn this episode Britt Loukos comes on the podcast to share both of her birth stories - one at the hospital and one at home. Britt has such a refreshing view on motherhood. Her advice for mamas is to just soak it up, because this time is precious and will pass! Some other things we talk about in this episode is the different between home and hospital birth, retained placenta, REI parenting approach, and elimination communication. ____________________
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 87: Twin Pregnancy during the Pandemic with Luciana TavaresIn this episode Luciana Tavares is coming on the podcast to share her uncomplicated twin pregnancy! Luciana got pregnant with twins at the beginning of the pandemic after having a miscarriage. She says that one of her biggest pieces of advice is to not compare, remember every child and person is different, and to have patience with yourself.
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2021-11-2230 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 86: OUR 8 WEEK UPDATE - Thrush, Infant Reflux, and Favorite Products!Products Links:
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-11-1839 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 85: Factor V Leiden, GDM, Low Platelets, and a 6 Hour Labor with Carli JoIn this episode Carli Jo is coming on the podcast to share both of her birth stories! Her first birth was an uncomplicated pregnancy followed by a 34 hour labor. During her second pregnancy she found out she had a clotting disorder, gestational diabetes, and low platelets. This second pregnancy Carli Jo had an extremely rapid labor and BARELY made it to the hospital!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 84: Preterm Labor and Birth at 24 Weeks with Sabrina LopezIn this episode Sabrina Lopez shares her birth with her son Bryxton. Sabrina shares about how her OBGYN’s never listened to her concerns until at 24 weeks and 3 days she went into labor and delivered! She drove 45 minutes to the hospital after having cramping and bleeding, when she got there she was 10cm and birthed her son shortly after! Sabrina and her husband were told their baby had less than a 50% chance of making it past 24 hours, but he did! After a 105 day NICU stay Bryxton came home without oxygen support or a feeding tube! Today he is 2 years ol...2021-11-0157 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 83: Pre-Eclampsia + 3 Day Induction with Brianna HodsonIn this episode Brianna Hodson is coming on the podcast to share the birth of her daughter Sophie! Brianna shares about how she had a retroplacental hemorrhage and went into preterm labor (that was eventually stopped) caused by kidney stones. At 39 weeks she developed a severe headache caused by preeclampsia which led to a 3 day induction! Other things we mention are yoga, covid during pregnancy, Red Raspberry Leaf tea, dates, the miles circuit, and induction medications such as cytotec/Misoprostol, pitocin, and a cooks/foley balloon.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 82: 27 Hour Labor, GDM, and Switching Providers with Brandy SantanaIn this episode Brandy comes on the podcast to share her unmedicated 27 hour birth story! At the same time Brandy found out she was pregnant her husband suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury and was admitted to the ICU, she shares this journey with transparency and raw emotion. Brandy also was diagnosed Gestational Diabetes, she really stresses the importance of advocating for yourself - which she did by switching providers to a midwifery practice.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 81: Listeria During Pregnancy + Cesarean Birth Story with Hailey JohnsonIn this episode Hailey Johnson comes on the podcast to share all about her pregnancy and birth! Her pregnancy came as a total surprise, however Hailey felt confident and truly enjoyed her pregnancy. At one point she got very sick - which she found out was a possible Listeria infection. She was closely monitored the rest of her pregnancy as she was now considered "high risk". Haileys little girl stayed breech her entire pregnancy, and when she went into labor a month early she chose to avoid an external version and opted for a cesarean section. Postpartum Hailey shares her...2021-10-1144 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 80: Identical Twin Pregnancy and Premature Birth with Brooke NemensIn this episode Brooke comes on the podcast to share all about her pregnancy with identical twins girls! She experienced severe morning sickness her entire pregnancy and around 28 weeks was admitted to the hospital due to Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome. Just a few days later Brooke met her sweet girls earth side! She shares her postpartum and NICU journey through many hills and valleys.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 79: Sex During PregnancyIn this episode we are talking all about SEX during pregnancy!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 78: My Birth Story!In this episode I am sharing MY birth story with Adelynn! Her birth was beautiful, intense, and fast. I am 5 days postpartum now and loving every second of it (besides all the seconds between 10pm-4am!!!!)
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-09-2543 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 77: Birth Center Water Birth with Blair BellaireIn this episode Blair Bellaire is back (from episode 72) to share her second birth story! Blair's first birth story from EP 72 was a home birth, this time around she chose to birth at a local birth center! She shares about how different her labors were from start to finish. Some things we talk about are labor prep (dates + red raspberry leaf tea), chiropractic care, the fetal ejection reflex, water breaking, water birth, placenta encapsulation, and much more!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 76: Birth Story with Julie RomaninIn this episode Julie comes on the podcast to share the birth of her baby girl Charlotte! Julie's water broke the day before her due date when she jumped out of excitement for a package that had arrived! Listen to the full podcast episode for Julie's birth story!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-09-1327 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 75: ISR - The Invaluable Skill of Infant Water Self Rescue with Dina DaoudIn this episode Dina is coming on the podcast to share all about ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) which teaches self rescue swimming classes to infants and children! Per the CDC, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death after motor vehicle crashes in children ages 1-14 years. ISR’s primary focus is to teach your child to become a productive swimmer, or floater, in any depth of water. ISR is an invaluable and life saving skill for children of all ages!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 74: Serene Hospital Birth with Christina AdamsIn this episode Christina Adams comes on the podcast and shares her birth story! Christina shares how they had been trying to get pregnant with no success BUT right before starting fertility treatments they conceived on their own! Christina attributes the best pain relief during labor to educating herself and having a positive view on birth! Postpartum she went on what she calls a "breastfeeding crusade" where she was determined to exclusively breastfeed. We talk about the pressure put on moms from social media and the abundance of advice on the internet - but in the end what works...2021-08-3059 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 73: Healing Home Water Birth with Sarah FarraIn this episode Sarah Farra is coming on the podcast to share her home water birth story (that is filled with joy and humor)! Sarah is an actress, singer, and Mrs. North Carolina Contestant. When hospitals started to require masks Sarah started to search for alternatives options for birth. She had no idea what a midwife, doula, or home birth even was - but knew she didn't wanna labor in a mask with a dozen restrictions in place. Sarah says that she feels like "her blinders have been lifted" to an entire world she didn't know existed, one where she...2021-08-2350 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 72: Transition to Home Birth at 30 Weeks with Blair BellaireIn this episode Blair is coming on the podcast to share her home water birth story! Blair originally was going to give birth at a hospital, but always imagined a natural home birth. She decided to fully make the transition at 30 weeks due to all the hospital restrictions - which she describes as a surprisingly seamless transition! Blair labored at home for 24 hours before birthing her son Asher, her labor started off fast and furious with contractions 2 minutes apart!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 71: Uncomplicated Twin Pregnancy + VBAC with Blayney ArmstrongIn this episode Blayney comes on the podcast to share both of her birth stories! Her first pregnancy was a huge surprise... TWINS! Her pregnancy was uncomplicated, she was planning a vaginal twin birth at first, and carried to almost 38 weeks! For Blayney's second pregnancy she planned for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with her midwife and doula. After almost 3 days in labor she had an amazing unmedicated VBAC!
A few key things we mention in this episode are Nitrous Oxide use, the fetal ejection reflex, a retained placenta, and a postpartum D&C.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 70: Empowering Three Day Induction, Gestational Diabetes, and Postpartum Anxiety with Elizabeth SmithIn this episode Liz shares her positive and empowering induction birth story! Liz had gestational diabetes during her pregnancy, which towards the end her blood sugar levels started to get out of control. She was induced at 39 weeks, and says she really had to surrender to the idea of an induction. Liz mourned the birth preferences she originally had, but was quick to switch gears and make her induction the best possible. Postpartum Liz struggled with anxiety to the point where she wouldn't be able to sleep because she had to watch her daughter breathing, she didn't hesitate and got...2021-08-021h 05
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 69: Unmedicated Birth, Low Milk Supply, and the Importance of Community with Maddie SegalIn this episode Maddie Segal shares her 26 hour unmedicated birth story! Maddie gave birth to her son Oliver at a local birth center, which she says was an amazing experience. Maddie shares how she ate dates, drank red raspberry leaf tea, and ate two ENTIRE pineapples in an attempt to get labor started! Postpartum she struggled with a low milk supply, she tried all the supplements and saw a lactation consultant. At one point Maddie was pumping and breastfeeding over 20 times a day! She shares her journey with breastfeeding so vulnerably and shares how she made it through. Maddie...2021-07-2649 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 68: Two Home Water Births + One Hospital Induction with Nurse Midwife Marie WatsonIn this episode Certified Nurse Midwife Marie Watson shares her three birth stories. Her first two babies were born at home in the water, while her recent third birth was an induction at the hospital! Marie shares that she actually chose to be induced and why she made that decision. She talks about the differences in home birth vs hospital birth, as well as the difference in labor with Pitocin. Marie leaves us with these two tips - to chose a provider who supports you and to take the time to prepare for postpartum!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-07-1233 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 66: Successful VBAC with Nicole BertrandIn this episode Nicole shares both of her birth stories, a cesarean section due to the fear of her baby measuring large followed by a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with a midwife. Nicole describes the differences in both of her postpartum journeys, especially from a mental/emotional perspective. Nicole is also a Birth Doula and Birth Photographer!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 65: Trusting + Listening To Your Body throughout Pregnancy and Labor with Gabbie MeachamIn this episode Gabby Meacham shares about her first pregnancy. Gabby's story is real, raw, beautiful, yet filled with humor! Gabby had spinal surgery for spinal stenosis at 17 years old so knew she would most likely be unable to get an epidural during labor. Around 20 weeks Gabby also noticed swelling and redness around her breast, which her doctor told her she thought may be a rare form of cancer. Gabby shares how her and her husband planned for an unmedicated birth with the Bradley Method Course and how postpartum she struggled with depression and anxiety. Throughout Gabby's story she e...2021-06-2851 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 64: Fun, Enjoyable, and Unmedicated Birth Center Birth with Crystal ParkerIn this episode Crystal Parker is coming on the podcast to share both of her unmedicated birth stories - which she describes as fun and enjoyable! Crystal shares about how she did not love being pregnant, however loved giving birth! We talk about her birth experience at a birth center, her water breaking during a yoga class, and how she barely made it through the doors of the birth center before her son came!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 63: Evidence on Essential Oil Use During Pregnancy and LaborWe are talking about essential oil use during pregnancy and labor! In this episode I touch on eight of the most popular / useful essential oils, their benefits, how to use them, and where to buy them! This has been something I have been diving into lately myself so I figured an episode on it would be perfect!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-06-1416 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 62: Two Unmedicated Births, Induction, PROM, and Postpartum Preparation with Beth RestitutoIn this episode Beth Restituto is coming on the podcast to share both of her birth stories! With her first birth she was induced for PROM (Premature Rupture of Membranes), she labored for 26 hours before birthing her baby girl completely unmedicated! Beth's second pregnancy was during the COVID-19 pandemic where she struggled to find a provider in a new city. She shares how she went past 41 weeks with her son and faced another induction. She tried everything to induce labor with the help of both of her doulas, and ended up going into labor the day of her induction! Beth...2021-06-0757 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 61: One Textbook Birth Story, One Emergent Cesarean Section, and a Hopeful VBAC with Allison HuffordIn this episode Allison Hufford is coming on the podcast to share her two very different birth stories! Her first birth of her baby girl Abigail was "textbook" from Allisons perspective, however her second birth ended in an rushed cesarean section after pushing for 3 hours. Allison shares how throughout her first two pregnancies she went with the flow of her providers and did not do much advocating for herself. Allison is now pregnant with her third baby due in October! She shares how this current pregnancy she is focusing on educating herself, living a healthy and toxic free lifestyle...2021-05-3155 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 60: Hospital Induction Birth Story + Importance of Exercise During Pregnancy with Lisa CraigIn this episode Lisa shares about her pregnancy at an "Advanced Maternal Age" and how exercise helped her to have what she considers a boring and uneventful pregnancy! Lisa talks about how she made small modifications in her workout routine but overall felt staying active helped fuel her pregnancy. She talks about her induction at 39 weeks and wanting to be as natural as possible with it, so she opted to use a cooks cervical ripening balloon. We touch on the myths surrounding exercise during pregnancy and debunk a few as well!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 59: Being a Postpartum Night Nurse + Postpartum Doula with Taylor FochtIn this episode Taylor Focht is coming on the podcast to share all about her amazing job - a newborn night nurse / postpartum doula! Taylor shares about her passion for her job and how she is able to fill the gap of the lack in postpartum care for so many women.
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Taylor on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightnurse.taylor/2021-05-1750 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 58: How to Induce Labor Naturally - Updated EpisodeThis episode is a rerecording / update of episode 25 of the podcast!
We're taking about the top ways to naturally induce labor - including my two favorites, dates and red raspberry leaf tea!
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our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com2021-05-1018 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 57: First Birth + Postpartum Pubic Symphysis with Amanda JohnsonIn this episode Amanda Johnson is sharing her fast and unmedicated birth story with her first pregnancy. She also shares how postpartum she suffered from pubic symphysis and was discharged with a walker. It took her until almost 6 months postpartum to completely heal. Amanda is now pregnant with her second baby and hoping to be able to have another vaginal birth while working to prevent pubic symphysis.
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2021-05-0322 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 56: Gestational Diabetes ExplainedIn this episoide we are diving into Gestational Diabetes (GDM) - what it is? how it is diagnosed? why you may be at a higher risk for developing? what happens during your pregnancy if you have GDM? will you have to take insulin and be induced? and more!
We talk about why getting tested / screened for GDM is very important, and your options for screening... HINT: the standard glucose tolerance test is not the only way! There are alternatives that may much more accurate!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 55: Unmedicated, Fast, and Furious Second Birth with Betty FloresBetty is back just three days postpartum to share her birth story! Betty had her second unmedicated hospital birth which she describes as fast and furious!
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 54: Wumblekin - The Evidence Based Pregnancy Subscription Box + GiveawayIn this episode I am chatting with Andrea and Colleen from Wumblekin about how they started their company, what they provide, and how they use evidence based practices to create their subscription boxes. Listen through because there's a giveaway at the end!
Wumblekin is a subscription box for every trimester, full of goodies hand picked for those certain weeks. The best part, in each trimester box there is an evidence based guide through the trimester. The boxes and the guide are parent tested, expert curated, and evidence based.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 53: SURPRISE, we're PREGNANT!SURPRISE! I AM PREGNANT!!!
I have been DYING to share this with you all! My husband and I are expecting our rainbow baby in September. After our loss last May we decided to hold off on announcing this pregnancy for a little while. I am currently 16 weeks, so we have a lot of catching up to do! I cannot wait to share this beautiful journey!
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When it comes to couples struggling to get pregnant, a lot of women are often the first ones to jump down a rabbit hole of how they can increase their fertility, better track ovulation, and figure out any possible way to increase their chances of getting pregnant , which is great! There is nothing wrong with that! BUT today I wanna touch on some things you can also have your partner do during this time to help the process of conceiving along on his end.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 51: Pelvic Floor Health throughout Pregnancy and Postpartum with Michelle BenoitMichelle Benoit is a Physical Therapist here in Charlotte specializing in the pelvic floor, pregnancy, and postpartum.
In the episode we talk about:
signs of pelvic floor dysfunction
how to relieve pelvic and back pain during pregnancy
how to prepare your pelvic floor for pregnancy and birth
how to engage your pelvic floor and transverse abdominal wall
specific prep we can do to help with an unmedicated birth
prevention and healing of diastasis recti and pelvic organ prolapse
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 50: Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Betty FloresIn this episode Betty comes on the podcast to share her unmedicated hospital birth with her first baby girl! Betty talks about fitness during pregnancy, how her mindset is what got her through unmedicated labor, and how she struggled postpartum with anxiety surrounding being a new mother. Betty gives so much amazing tips on how she is better preparing for the postpartum period for after her next birth, which she is due very soon for!
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What The Bump Website / Blog...2021-03-1548 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 49: COVID-19 Vaccine and PregnancyIn this episode we are talking about the most recent and up to date information regarding COVID 19, the COVID 19 Vaccine, and pregnancy!
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sources:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2776449
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-advisory/articles/2020/03/novel-coronavirus-2019
https://www.rcog.org.uk/en/guidelines-research-services/guidelines/coronavirus-pregnancy/covid-19-virus-infection-and-pregnancy/?fbclid=IwAR0Ncyovu935FEoZ11D8U46JioR3i5N_A0bR-bBb70rOxewybtccw5f3EyE
2021-03-0824 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 48: The Impacts of Infertility + Fertility Support with Collin ParsonsThis podcast is equally full of knowledge as it is heart and compassion. I ABSOLUTELY loved hearing from Collin, her passion is contagious.
Collin Parsons is a doula who is very passionate about fertility support, prenatal prep, and supporting women during both unmedicated and medicated birth. Collin came on the podcast to share about fertility treatments, the impacts infertility can have on relationships and mental health, and how as a doula she is able to support clients that have gotten pregnant through fertility treatments.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 47: Breastfeeding 101 + Preparing For Breastfeeding with Cheryl DemersCheryl Demers is the founder of Charlotte Lactation! Cheryl is a Board Certified Lactation Consultant here to talk about prenatal breastfeeding education, the expectations vs. reality of breastfeeding, and answer some of the most commonly asked breastfeeding questions!
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Cheryl on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottelactation/?hl=en
Infant Risk Center to look up safe medications: https://ww...2021-02-2235 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 46: Membrane Sweeping for Induction of LaborMembrane sweeping / striping is done at the end of pregnancy during a vaginal exam. It is used to stimulate the cervix and help to induce labor.
In this podcast we talk about how a membrane sweep is performed, pros, cons, and so much more!
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STUDIES:
Boulvain M, Stan C, Irion O. Membrane sweeping for induction of...2021-02-1511 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 45: Cesarean Section Rehab, Lymphatic Drainage, and Healing Diastasis Recti with Tom ArcherTom Archer is a clinical body worker who specializes in cesarean section rehab, lymphatic drainage, diastasis recti, visceral manipulation, and so much more!
In this episode Tom covers:
Correct cesarean section rehab using lymphatic drainage and visceral manipulation
How the body balances through pressure systems
How to prevent and heal diastasis recti surrounding pregnancy
Ways to be conscious, aware, and improve posture during pregnancy
The benefits of red light therapy
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2021-02-0841 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 44: Meconium Aspiration Syndrome with Darla Van SchooneveldIn this episode I have Darla Van Schooneveld on the podcast to talk all about Meconium in the water + Meconium Aspiration Syndrome. Darla is a Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse currently pursuing her masters degree to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
We talk about:
what is meconium
why a baby might pass its first bowel movement in the womb or during labor
the major risk factors for meconium aspiration syndrome
how to prevent meconium aspiration
what happens at birth if your baby has meconium in the fluid vs if your baby aspirates the meconium
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 43: Progesterone During PregnancyIn this episode we talk about Progesterone, aka the "pro-gestation" hormone!
We talk about what progesterone is and why it is so important for pregnancy, how to know if your progesterone is low, and if it is low how to supplement to fix it!
As always this podcast is for education purposes only!
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Studies mentioned:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3987350/
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/N...2021-01-2513 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 42: Unmedicated Induction Birth Story with Ashley RyderAshley shares her unmedicated birth with her first baby after being induced at 40 weeks for high blood pressure.
Ashley gave birth to her surprise gender baby in the hospital after pushing for only 21 minutes! She shares about being pregnant during the COVID-19 Pandemic, how she got through an unmedicated labor, her baby getting stuck due to shoulder dystocia, and about her postpartum experience as a first time mom.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 41: Successful VBAC After Two Cesarean Sections with Summer TannehillSummer is here to tell about her vaginal birth after two cesarean sections (VBAC). Summer shares how she felt she didn't properly educate herself in preparation for her first birth, which when paired with providers who didn't advocate for her resulted in a cesarean section. She shares her two cesarean section birth stories before jumping into her third birth story.
When Summer got pregnant with her third baby she advocated for herself and searched for a provider who would support her VBAC after two prior cesarean sections. Summer is pregnant with her fourth baby currently and plans...2021-01-111h 03
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 40: Breech Cesarean Section with Andrea JohnsonIn the episode Andrea Johnson shares her story of her first pregnancy, where her baby stayed breech from 20 weeks on. Andrea went into labor when her water broke one evening. She had a version scheduled to attempt to flip her breech baby in order to allow her a vaginal delivery. Andrea shares about her urgent breech cesarean section, finding out the gender of her baby, and her postpartum cesarean section recovery!
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...2021-01-0622 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 39: Artificial Breaking of Water for Induction and Augmentation - AROMIn this episode we talk about what exactly AROM is - the artificial rupture of membranes (also called Amniotomy). We discuss why its done, which is mainly to speed up labor, as well as the risks that come with it!
key points:
does it hurt to have my water broken?
what are the benefits and risks?
evidence behind speeding up labor with AROM?
cord prolapse and Chorioamnionitis
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 38: Unmedicated Birth + Pregnancy During a Pandemic with Danielle PowersDanielle gave birth to her first, and maybe only, baby during the COVID-19 pandemic. Danielle had the birth she had planned for - unmedicated with the support of her husband, Michael, and doula, Helen.
She shares how she loved being pregnant, but being pregnant during the pandemic kept her from sharing the journey with her closest family and friends. Danielle is positive for the BRCA gene which puts her at a 98% risk for developing breast cancer and a 70% risk of developing ovarian cancer. In 2015 Danielle had a bilateral mastectomy and at 37 she plans a complete hysterectomy including r...2020-12-2157 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 37: Is the Copper IUD Safe?In this podcast were discussing the non-hormonal copper - PARAGARD IUD.
We talk about -
IUD insertion
How effective is it?
IUD general guidelines
Side effects - heavier and painful periods
Evidence on Copper Toxicity
IUD removal
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link to website with patient testimonials: https://medtruth.com/articles/patient-stories/patients-poisoned-by-copper-toxicity-describe-neurological-impacts-of-iud/
link to first study talked about: htt...2020-12-1424 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 36: Prenatal and Newborn Chiropractic Care with Dr. Hayley ParkerContinuing our amazing series with Dr. Hayley Parker! Dr. Parker is a pediatric and prenatal chiropractor.
She is here to share all of her wisdom plus answer all of our listener questions surround chiropractic care!
In this episode we cover:
What is a prenatal and newborn chiropractor?
Benefits of chiropractic care.
Pregnancy pain relief.
The Webster Technique.
Is seeing a prenatal chiropractor safe for baby?
Newborn chiropractor benefits - colic, reflex, constipation, sleep.
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What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 35: Newborn Sleep Tips with Elizabeth KingGET EXCITED... its a new podcast series! Today we have Elizabeth from Sleep Baby on the podcast to talk all about newborn sleep, plus answer all the listener questions!2020-11-3037 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 34: Hospital Bag - What you Actually Needlets make packing your hospital bag quick and easy, how it should be! I am gonna share the top 10 things you need from a nurses standpoint in your hospital bags, as well as a few things you need to leave at home! ENJOY, love ya!2020-11-0218 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 33: Birth Story with Sam OswaldSam, my bff, is back to share her labor story with us! She shared her birth story in EP 12 and is now 2 weeks postpartum with Atticus!2020-10-2644 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 32: Pregnancy after Miscarriage with Olivia BallIn the episode Olivia shares her amazing story of losing her first pregnancy, only to find out she was pregnant again within a week. You're gonna feel her love and excitement for the little girl she's growing through the mic. Olivias joy after such a hard loss is contagious, she now is going to have her rainbow baby in a few short weeks!
LOVE YOU! 2020-10-1924 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 31: Menstrual Cycle Tracking using BBT with Shannon LaurioIn this podcast were gonna break down a natural birth control method called Basal Body Temperature Charting! I brought on Shannon to help me explain this, she's basically an expert :)
Read this podcast on the blog! https://whatthebumppodcast.wixsite.com/mysite/post/ep-31-using-bbt-charting-for-pregnancy-or-birth-control2020-10-1224 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 30: Doula Care with Helen from Aussie DoulaIn this episode I have Helen from Aussie Doula here to share all about doula care. We touch on what a doula offers, when to hire a doula, doula care during COVID, if you need a doula even if you want an epidural, placenta encapsulation, and MUCH MORE. your gonna love this one.
LOVE YA!2020-10-0534 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 29: Unplanned Cesarean Birth with Christine CernigliaI LOVE THIS EPISODE. I got to chat with Christine about her planned unmedicated birth turned cesarean section. She is so uplifting, positive, and truly drops so many bits of birth wisdom throughout this podcast!2020-09-2541 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 28: Planning for Pregnancy + Conception TipsLets chat about conception tips + how to start planning for pregnancy!
Link to my website where you can find the blog post and links to any products mentioned:
https://whatthebumppodcast.wixsite.com/mysite/post/planning-for-pregnancy-conception-tips2020-09-2117 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 27: An Episiotomy - Let's Debunk Every Women's Worst FearIn this podcast were gonna talk about episiotomies. I wanna remove fear and debunk the myths you've probably heard! Education is ket in removing fear! We're gonna talk about the actual procedure, healing, risks, and more.
Have a beautiful day!
link to my website where you can find the blog to this podcast and any products mentioned: https://whatthebumppodcast.wixsite.com/mysite/blog2020-09-1820 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 26: 10 Things Your Labor Nurse Wishes You KnewHI! so excited to be behind the mic today. Work + school has been taking over my life. This episode was super fun and light hearted, just me telling you the top 10 things I wish my patients knew! I hope you enjoy :)
I LOVE YOU.2020-08-3119 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 25: How to Induce Labor NaturallyHello! Welcome Back! lets talk about natural labor induction methods! I had so much fun research and creating this podcast for you. as always remember to talk with you practitioner before trying any of these methods! Love you!2020-08-1115 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 24: Pitocin For Induction of LaborHello! In this episode we talk about Pitocin, the synthetic form of Oxytocin! We discuss Pitocin used for induction (starting) and augmentation (speeding up) of labor, as well as postpartum Pitocin!
Next week, same place same time, were talking all about tips and tricks to naturally induce labor! See you next Monday at 10AM.
LOVE YA.2020-07-2717 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 23: Cesarean Section 101 | What To ExpectIn this podcast I talk all about cesarean sections from a nurses point of view! We go over the preparation, the actual operating room experience, and recovery. We also touch on schedule vs emergent cesarean sections and reasons for both! I basically walk you through an entire cesarean section!
Wether you are planning a cesarean section or routine vaginal birth this podcast is a MUST that way you are educated on anything that may happen to you! LOVE YA MAMAS.2020-07-2027 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 22: Delayed Cord Clamping Benefits + Cord Blood BankingIn this episode we chat about delayed cord clamping, cord milking, and cord blood banking! The main focus is delayed cord clamping which has many proven benefits for infants including returning 1/3 of their blood back to them at birth! As always, I love researching these topics and learning with you. Love ya!
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2017/01/delayed-umbilical-cord-clamping-after-birth
https://www.who.int/elena/titles/full_recommendations/cord_clamping/en/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25389141/
https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD004074.pub3/epdf/full2020-07-0624 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 21: MIDWIFE or OBGYN? Assembling Your Birth TeamIn this episode we are talking about a midwife mainly, and how they differ from an OB or OBGYN. Many women do not know what a Midwife is or what their scope of practice is, so today I am breaking it all down! I also touch on what a Doula and Nurse are, plus their role in the birthing room! Love you Mama!2020-06-2222 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 20: Postpartum Depression | How to OvercomeIn this episode we are talking about postpartum mood disorders, focusing on postpartum blues and postpartum depression. We talk about how to recognize postpartum depression in yourself and others plus things you can do to help overcome it! Love you!2020-06-0817 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 19: My Miscarriage StoryI wish this was my pregnancy announcement podcast, but unfortunately its not. I had a miscarriage around 9 weeks. We are heartbroken, but sharing this story helps me heal. Please if you've ever been through this or are currently experiencing this heartache reach out to me. I'd love to hear your story and walk through this together. I love all of you mamas!
I love you angel baby and cant wait to hold you one day.2020-05-2825 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 18: Is it safe? Tdap and Flu Vaccines During PregnancyIn this episode we're talking about the two vaccines recommended during pregnancy: the Tdap and Flu vaccine. Are they safe? What are the risks and benefits?2020-05-1113 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 17: Toxins You Need to Avoid During PregnancyHELLO! today we are talking about toxins during pregnancy, and not obvious toxins. We're talking about toxins found in our day to day life and simple ways to avoid them!2020-05-0418 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 16: Vitamin K Shot + Vitamin K Deficiency BleedingWe're wrapping up talking about the 3 medications given to your baby at birth, last one: VITAMIN K. Vitamin K is not a vaccine, it is a fat soluble vitamin given to prevent spontaneous bleeding in your newborn. 2020-04-2716 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 15: Hepatitis B Vaccine and Erythromycin Eye OintmentToday we are talking about 2 out of the 3 medications recommended at the birth of your newborn : the Hepatitis B Vaccine and Erythromycin eye ointment.
Come back next week when we chat all about the Vitamin K shot! Love ya!2020-04-2018 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 14: Exercise During PregnancyLets talk about my two favorite topics in one, EXERCISE + PREGNANCY! Is it safe? what can I and can I not do? how intense can I workout?2020-04-1512 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 13: Birth Story + Postpartum Recovery After 2 Surgeries with Ericka ZellersToday we are hearing a birth story from Ericka Zellers. Ericka is a professional photographer specializing in weddings, elopements, couple, and family sessions. She had a fairly easy pregnancy, however her postpartum recovery was far from easy.2020-04-1034 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEp 12: First Time Pregnancy with Sam OswaldHOW EXCITING, this is my first ever podcast guest and interview. I am so excited for you to hear from Sam. She is a middle school teacher, one of my best friends, and just such an amazing person. She and her husband, Seth, are expecting their first baby in September 2020. Today she is 16 weeks pregnant and sharing her journey so far!
Make sure to FOLLOW our podcast for weekly episodes!2020-04-0715 minWhat The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 11: Will an EPIDURAL Slow My Labor?In this episode we talk about epidurals! I discuss what exact an epidural is, how it works, what evidence shows about if it slows down your labor, and all the benefits + risks! I hope you feel more empowered to make your decision on getting an epidural after this episode! LOVE YA.2020-04-0427 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 10: COVID-19 and PregnancyIn this podcast we talk about all we know currently on the Coronavirus and Pregnancy. Hang in there momma, we will get through this.resources below:ACOGWHOCDC2020-03-2619 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 9: Electronic Fetal Monitoring During Labor + What to ExpectIn today episode we talk about EFM (electronic fetal monitoring) and all the different ways it can be done + the evidence behind EFM!2020-03-2219 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 8: What is Group B Strep (GBS)? Do I Need Treated?Today we're talking about GBS or Group B Strep!What is it?When will I be tested for GBS?What are the risks of GBS?Do I need antibiotics?How can I make sure I don't have GBS?Thank you for listening :) SUBSCRIBE and leave a review! love ya.2020-03-1020 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 7: The Importance of SKIN TO SKIN + The Golden HourLets talk about SKIN TO SKIN and the GOLDEN HOUR!what are they? why should we do it? what are the benefits? risks? and of course, my favorite, how to advocate for yourself to make sure you get that GOLDEN HOUR! love ya.2020-03-0918 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 6: How to THRIVE through your FIRST TRIMESTERHey guys! I am excited to share some tips and tricks to help you THRIVE through your first trimester of pregnancy. Lets chat about some simple tips and tricks to help you be the best you can while you combat the symptoms of the first trimester of pregnancy!2020-03-0717 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEP 5: Prenatal Nutrition + SupplementationHello! Lets talk about prenatal nutrition +supplementation! When it comes to pregnancy it can be so confusing on the do's and dont's of eating, I'm going to try to sort through the information and break it down to make it easy and digestible :) get it... digestible.2020-02-2915 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEp 4: Should you write a BIRTH PLAN?Hello! Today we talk about birth plans, or as I like to call them birth preferences! This is a guide to empower yourself to make you decisions and for your care providers to know what you want. Lets talk BIRTH PREFERENCES! Subscribe and leave a review on iTunes :)2020-02-2717 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEp 3: All about Postpartum HemorrhageLets talk about Postpartum Hemorrhage!What is it, what increases the chances of a hemorrhage, and what do we do when it happens? In todays episode we talk all about these things and more! thank you for listening and make sure to follow our podcast + leave a review over on iTunes!2020-02-2414 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastEp 2: Who Should be in Your Delivery RoomReady for episode 2 of What The Bump! In this podcast we talk about the three people who you should have in your delivery room while you labor and give birth! Thank you for tuning in and I will see you next week with another episode!2020-02-2009 min
What The Bump- Birth PodcastWelcome to What The Bump!Hello! Welcome to "What The Bump" where we will be talking prenatal, postpartum, and all things in between! My name is Jennifer and I am a labor and delivery nurse. My goal is to educate and learn with you all. I truly believe every mama deserves to have an informed pregnancy and birth where they feel empowered to make the decisions they choose, not ones chosen for them!2020-02-2007 min