Belly to Baby Podcast

Today we chat about heart health in pregnancy. February is heart health awareness month so it's important to look at the fact that cardiac disease or events impact so many pregnancies. Look, I'm not here to scare you, I am providing you information to empower you and encourage you to know your body. We will chat about the basics including symptoms and risk factors. Pay attention when your body is...

Today we will continue to chat about induction of labor, but more specifically about what questions you can ask your provider to be better prepared to make an informed decision and birth plan.  If you want a FREE list of questions to ask your provider when you visit with them please email me at babyblisspodcast@gmail.com If you feel like you would like to support the show please find and like us o...

If you have never listened to guided meditation then this is your opportunity to try something new. This is a short 7 1/2 min of guided meditation to relax you during your lunch break or while in the car waiting for curbside. During this time I ask that you get comfortable in your seat and close your eyes. Listen and do calm breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. Then I will gi...

Today we will discuss induction of labor. I know many of you have heard of this before and for some of you this will become part of your birth story. Over 30% of women have their labor and birth induced in the US. So today we will talk about what is labor induction, why is it done, what contraindications are there for induction of labor and some of the common methods used to induce labor.  If you...

Today's episode we are discussing the reasons to go to the hospital. There are several things to pay attention to and contact your provider or go straight to the hospital.  I realize that when you are pregnant we all don't know what we don't know. So I hope this helps to give you some idea of when to contact your doc or midwife about what is going on. It doesn't always mean something bad is happen...

Every wondered what a contraction feels like? I think we all do when we are pregnant and facing childbirth. During this episode we will discuss what a contraction means, what it does, what they feel like, and most important when to go to the hospital. Now, if you are expecting me to give you a detailed description of what a contraction feels like...hang on to your hat because I delve deep into the...

Today we have a quick chat about folic acid and folate. Why are you being asked to take this supplement and what does it do for your baby? Please like and subscribe to my podcast.  If you like what you hear then give it five stars on your listening platform and the biggest compliment you can give me is to recommend this podcast to a friend or family member that you know is pregnant. Please email w...

Due to it being such a hectic cold season with COVID, flu and RSV running amuck I wanted to give some facts about RSV so you can know what to look for and when to be concerned. I review how to manage mid symptoms at home which can often be what is needed. Below are my resources for this episode. Healthy Children https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/RSV...

Yay! I'm back baby! Welcome to a new episode about postpartum bleeding and a few other unmentionables. Here you will learn what to expect, how to care for yourself and when to be concerned. I will also talk about the dreaded episotomy or tears that many women fear.  Below are a few links to resources I used as well as helpful information for moms to be.  Resources: What to expect – postpartum blee...

Today we will talk about cord blood banking. Did you know that there have been 40,000 live-saving transplants using stem cells in the last 30 years? Cord blood banking is something not always discussed and I think it's important we educate ourselves about this option to know if it is a good fit for our families.  We will chat about private versus public cord blood banking, what does it treat, how...

In this Episode we will cover the ABCD's of preparing your home for baby. For example, have you prepared an area to make bottles or prepare breastmilk? What about a breastfeeding cart to have all you need in an easy and convenient cart to roll where you are in the home. So today we will cover multiple areas that are helpful to get set up in advance of baby coming home, including some awesome APPS!...

Every wonder what it means for your water to break? Today we will discuss all things labor. We will touch on symptoms you can experience before labor, what does it mean for your water to break, things that impact labor and birth, true versus false labor, and what to expect when you arrive at the hospital. Did you know there are four stages to labor and birth? We will cover them and what to expect...

Today we chat about the history of the pregnancy test. Did you know that frogs, rabbits, and mice all played a role in the development of what we use today? And did you know that at one time women were instructed to use onions to tell if they were pregnant, or visit a "Piss Prophet" to determine the gender? We have come a long way but let us revisit the interesting history of pregnancy tests. Sour...

Today we discuss birth plans. I found myself including information for you just to explain why things should or should not be on a birth plan. The main takeaways include what to ask about or info to learn before writing your birth plan.  At the end of the day this is YOUR birth plan. However, if you want it to be useful for your birth and you then make sure you know what your hospital or facility...

Today we cover what you need to pack in your hospital bag.  We will specifically cover what to pack for mom, partner, comfort items, and newborn.  This episode will help you to define what you want to go take when you head to the hospital for labor and birth.  Disclaimer: This content was created by Lisette Saleh. Though I am a nurse, I am not your nurse, and this content is not intended to be med...

Today I interview my friend and doula, Beth Dickerson. Beth will answer some of the FAQs about Doulas including  1) What is a Doula? 2) What does a Doula do for you prenatally, during labor and birth, and postpartum 3) What is not part of the role of Doula 4) How to find a Doula 5) How much does a Doula cost I also will share a bit about a friends journey finding a Doula postpartum and how it impa...

Here we are finally the first episode! I'm super excited and nervous and all the things.  Forgive me during this sharp learning curve.  Today we are talking about Prenatal Care. Specifically, 1)What is prenatal care? 2) How often do you have prenatal visits? 3) What does a prenatal visit include, and 4) How to make the most out of your visits.  I wanted to start with something that from my experie...

Hi everyone! This episode is a short get to know your host piece before we launch next week.  I look forward to "getting to know" everyone on social media. Please be sure to like and subscribe to the podcast.  Support the show

Welcome to Baby Bliss Pregnancy Podcast! If you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, new mom, or just interested in all things maternity then this is the podcast for you. The official podcast will launch August 1st with new episodes every Monday. So join us as we talk through the need and want to know about all things pregnancy and childbirth related.  Support the show