Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

In 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 followi...

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 a...

In this podcast episode, Justine and Sarah Lavonne meet with a Bundle Birth educator 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 kno...

In 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 positiv...

Night shift is HARD! In this episode of "Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses," Justine and Sarah Lavonne emphasize the importance of developing a routine and prioritizing sleep and give actual, tangible, evidence-based tips for surviving the night shift as a nurse. Justine shares her personal routine and they also discuss the importance of staying hydrated and finding ways to make drinki...

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine and Sarah Lavonne get deep into trauma work and trauma-informed care. Sarah shares a personal experience of a traumatic event that happened to her in Ecuador and how she has been working through it with therapy, specifically eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). She explains how EMDR helped her reprocess the traumatic...

In this episode of "Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses," Justine and Sarah Lavonne dive deep into the world of fetal monitoring Justine shares her journey of creating a new, interactive live class on basic fetal monitoring, aimed at bridging the knowledge gap for new nurses. Sarah and Justine reflect on their own experiences and emphasize the importance of understanding and accurately i...

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine and Sarah Lavonne discuss Pitocin administration, safety and legal issues, and they discuss the use of Pitocin in labor and delivery. We know that Pitocin use has been normalized in our industry, but there are the risks and benefits of the medication. As professionals, we need better education and understanding among healthcare provid...

Season 4, episode 1 is here! Catch up with us as we talk about Physiologic Coping,  the launch of the Motion app, and announcement of hosting another MOVE Retreat in Cancun. Plus, what’s coming in season 4! Learn about a new Bundle Birth-ism that might help you on your unit too. Stay tuned as this new episode springboards you into the new season of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses. Thanks for l...

Surprise! 📲Motion is officially live and available to download and use in your practice. It has been a labor of love to get here, and we are so excited to share this Bonus Episode with you! We want to give you the insider scoop on what Motion is, the history, and creation of getting the Motion app into your hands. Motion birth tracker and labor algorithm is designed to empower you with effective...

In this final episode of the season, Sarah and Justine let their imaginations run wild as they dream up their ideal Labor and Delivery Unit. They discuss why the details matter, and dig into why everything from lighting and sound, fragrance, windows, and even furniture and decor can make all the difference when it comes to building an environment that supports healthy and successful labor and deli...

In this Episode, of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah sits down with her mindset coach Jason Hartanov to explore tough questions about how we view ourselves, our careers, and our personal goals. Together, they expose the dangers of our inner saboteurs, challenge listeners to question how we show up in the world, and offer insights into how to reshape the stories we tell and establish heal...

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine and Sarah interview Jonathan Webb, the Chief Executive Officer of AWHONN (Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses). They discuss the role of nurses in making a meaningful impact on women, birthing people, and the world. They explore the resources, education, and support AWHONN for nurses to live their best li...

In this third and final installment of our series on triage, Sarah and Justine explore the high-pressure world of triage emergencies. Learn tips for preparing yourself for anything that could walk in the door, from who to call to when to start IV meds, how much bleeding is too much, to how to navigate challenging doctor preferences vs. hospital policies. We’ll give you our take on how to keep a co...

In this episode, Sarah and Justine dig into the most challenging questions and concerns impacting the triage process. Is this patient really in labor? How do I send patients home without discouraging them and while acknowledging their discomfort and concerns? How can you feel confident in your recommendations in the face of pressure around hospital liability and without facing looming fears of mak...

In our exciting 50th podcast episode, Justine and Sarah dive into the crucial first steps of triage - the initial assessment. They discuss the key questions to ask, red flags to watch out for, the importance of teamwork, and how to prioritize patient needs. Whether you're a seasoned triage nurse or starting to dip your toes into this complicated process, this episode will provide valuable ins...

In this episode, multi-time bestselling author and renowned behavioral researcher on professional communication and leadership Vanessa Van Edwards joins us to give quick, practical, science-based tips on how to best connect and build rapport with patients. Vanessa’s work has been featured in national and international media, including Inc, Entrepreneur Magazine, CNN, CBS and many more. Her book, C...

Explore the vital role of nursing assessment in maternal care as we dive into a candid conversation with Suzanne McMurtry Baird, a seasoned expert in obstetric nursing. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of understanding pathophysiology and the "why" behind assessments, highlighting how nurses can make a real difference in patient outcomes. Join us as we discuss the art of assessment, ear...

In this emotional episode, Sarah shares about a woman she has supported as her birth coach for years. This client has had two traumatic births, as well as mental health diagnoses, and in former births, her care team made assumptions about her without seeing who she really was. For her third birth, this resilient woman advocated for herself, and her care team went above and beyond to provide except...

This thought-provoking episode delves into the Enneagram, a dynamic personality system that holds great wisdom to better understand ourselves and those around us. Join us as Jess McGrail, an Enneagram expert, shares her wisdom on how this tool can be used for personal awareness and growth. Jess offers practical advice for identifying your Enneagram type and what resources to trust in going deeper...

In this clinical episode, Lisa Miller, Justine, and Sarah delve into the effects of the ARRIVE trial on birth care practices. They discuss recent research findings that analyze induction rates and outcomes post the ARRIVE trial as well as other relevant research. Along the way, learn about how to think critically in the process of interpreting research, the role of prenatal education, the emotiona...

Join us for an inspiring journey with Clara Jones (formerly known on IG as Nurse Clara), an L&D nurse who transitioned into the role of a Family Nurse Practitioner, all while building a thriving social media presence. Clara sheds light on the differences between FNP and WHNP, offering valuable insight for nurses contemplating this possible transition. Learn from the advice she would tell her y...

In this thought-provoking episode, Sarah & Justine dive deep into the realm of patient autonomy and the pivotal role of nurses in supporting patient's choices. They explain the Bundle Birth approach in going back to the fundamental principle of consent, emphasizing the responsibility of nurses to uphold the patient bill of rights. The conversation explores collaborative care, informed dec...

In this episode, Sarah and Justine discuss a sensitive and highly publicized decapitation case involving fetal loss in Georgia that recently came to light all over social media and the news. With an expert witness and a medical malpractice lawyer specializing in OB cases, specifically shoulder dystocia, join the episode to talk about this tragic case and its implications. Tune in as they review th...

Join us as we dive into this new season, where they share about how the CliftonStrengths® tool can be used for personal growth and team cohesion. Delve deeper as Justine sheds light on her role shift within Bundle Birth, tapping into her strengths, while Sarah shares her inspiring health journey, offering invaluable insights into intentional self-improvement. Discover how the Bundle Birth team is...