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Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#80 Celebrating YOU for Nurse’s Week!Welcome back to Season 7 of the podcast Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses with Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga. In this episode as we kick off the new season, we are celebrating Nurses Week! As we celebrate you all year long, we wanted to do an extra special episode highlighting the incredible nurses that were nominated for Starfish Awards. Sarah and Justine share what the Starfish Awards mean, how we all represent the award, and share heartfelt stories directly from the nominees. They also talk about what the season will look like and some special guests we plan to...2025-05-1248 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#73 Amy the Good Nurse: Taking Down America’s Most Prolific Serial KillerIn this gripping episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne sits down with Amy the Good Nurse (Amy Loughren), the nurse whose incredible bravery take down America’s most prolific serial killer. Amy shares her deeply personal story of uncovering the shocking truth about her best friend and colleague, a trusted ICU nurse who was secretly murdering patients.From the moment detectives approached Amy to the harrowing experience of working undercover, she navigated the emotional fallout of betrayal. This episode dives into the moral and ethical dilemmas she faced. Amy’s courage not only expo...2024-12-0954 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#71 Cord Gas Essentials: What L&D Nurses Need to KnowThis episode on Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne is joined with Bundle Birth educator, Heidi Nielsen in this enlightening episode as they dive into the critical world of cord gas analysis. Understanding cord gas results is essential in guiding newborn care, particularly for identifying infants at risk of hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) who may need therapeutic cooling.Sarah and Heidi break down the basics of interpreting arterial and venous cord gases, explaining why parameters like pH, PCO2, and base deficit matter so much. They discuss the signs of respiratory and metabolic acidosis, how each...2024-11-2546 min
DoubletakeIn Glass, Part IAccording to the Department of Health and Human services, in 2021 over 70,000 babies in the U.S. were conceived using in vitro fertilization, or IVF. That’s over 2 percent, and in some European countries that figure is over 4 percent. And it’s rising rapidly all over the world. And that’s raising questions about the limits of using medical technology to produce children.Today, WORLD reporter Leah Savas has the first of a two-part story about someone who crashed into those limits: medical, emotional, and spiritual. And walked away with a lot more than she bargained for....2024-11-2328 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#69 The Power of Physiologic Birth: Improving Outcomes with Sarah LavonneIn this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne dives into the journey behind the creation of the Physiologic Birth Class. From working in a highly medicalized L&D unit to later experiencing a contrasting approach in a more affluent hospital, Sarah's nursing career shaped her vision for promoting physiologic birth. Driven by a desire to empower nurses, she designed this class to equip them with the knowledge and hands-on skills essential for supporting physiologic labor and birth. Thousands of nurses have since been trained and seen the impact on their practice while enhancing birth outcomes...2024-11-1146 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#68 Justine’s Birth Plan BTS: Season 5 Premiere!Season 5 premiere of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses is here! In this special bts episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne dive into Justine's upcoming birth plan. Justine shares her preferences in deciding between a scheduled c-section or a VBAC through prioritizing her well-being and reflecting on her first birth experience. Justine and Sarah discuss the logistics, from selecting her birth team to Sarah’s involvement as her birth coach. They also tease exciting topics for this new, fifth season, including home births, cord gases, and a review of the RNC-OB course. Tune in for a thoughtful and honest conversation!2024-11-0446 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#67 Becoming Lifelong Learners: Season 4 FinaleIn this last podcast of the season, Justine and Sarah Lavonne discuss the importance of lifelong learning and how it can benefit nurses in their practice and life. They share personal examples of things they have learned recently, as well as some new OB insights. They encourage you to find your passion and pursue learning in it! Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe! We will see you next season!! In the meantime, join us in a class or get updates by signing up for our newsletter below!Helpful Links!- Get FREE ed...2024-07-1551 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#66 Birthing Positions, the Evidence with Dr. Rebecca DekkerIn this episode of "Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses," Sarah Lavonne chats with Dr. Rebecca Dekker, the founder of Evidence Based Birth. They discuss the benefits of non-lithotomy birthing positions and the misconceptions surrounding them. Dekker shares research findings that show upright positions can lead to shorter pushing phases, lower rates of severe perineal trauma, and decreased use of forceps and vacuum. She also emphasizes the importance of educating patients and healthcare providers about the benefits of alternative positions and suggests strategies for nurses to advocate for their patients' preferences. Sarah and Dekker also discuss the need for...2024-07-0751 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#65 Nursing Committees: Small Changes, Big Impact with Carly DahlIn this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine and Sarah Lavonne discuss the importance of nurses getting involved in committees and making a positive impact in their workplace. They are joined by Carly Dahl, a labor and delivery nurse and Bundle Birth mentor, who shares her experience of being part of a committee and the value it brings. Carly emphasizes the importance of following your passion and taking the initiative to make a change. She also highlights the benefits of interdisciplinary collaboration and open communication within the committee. Carly encourages nurses to start small and focus...2024-07-0140 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#64 They Did NOT Just Say That!In this episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne respond to the MOST appalling things that nurses have heard at the bedside. They dive into a candid conversation about language and communication in healthcare, particularly focusing on cervical exams. They share personal experiences, insights, and practical tips for improving patient care and comfort. They discuss the impact of language on patient care and offer alternative phrases and strategies to ensure respectful and compassionate communication. They address issues such as consent, pain management, and terminology used during exams. Join Justine and Sarah for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion that challenges traditional norms...2024-06-2429 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#63 Navigating Cat II FHR Tracings: Tips for Nurses with Heidi NielsenIn this podcast episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne meet with guest, Heidi Nielsen, a Bundle Birth educator and who is an expert in fetal monitoring. They discuss the fear and issues that many nurses have with Category II tracings and the importance of recognizing and accurately charting them. They also discuss the need for nurses to advocate for themselves and their patients, and the importance of ongoing education and knowledge in the field of fetal monitoring. Get tips for communicating with doctors, navigating the challenges of Category II tracings, and provide information on resources and education available to nurses...2024-06-1757 min
Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses#62 Unlocking Your Potential: The Power of Community with Bundle Birth Nurse MentorsIn this podcast, Justine and Sarah Lavonne introduce the Bundle Birth Nurse Mentors to discuss the value of mentorship and community in nursing. The mentors share their own experiences and the transformations they have seen in nurses who participate in our Mentorship Program. They emphasize the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment where nurses can learn, grow, and make positive changes in their practice at any stage of their career. You are invited to join us all through our mentorship program and challenge you to take control of your learning and professional development.Helpful Links! 2024-06-1034 min