Learning To Mom ® Motherhood Podcast for First Time Moms, New Moms and Expecting Mothers

Childcare Options 101! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast,  Laila shares all the details on choosing the right childcare. We break down the pros and cons, average cost, what questions to ask during interviews, etc! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IMPORTANT LINKS: - Shop HERE for adorable handmade children's cl...

Pregnancy and Postpartum Sex Coach Kaci answers ALL our questions!! - What are the benefits of having sex during pregnancy? - What are some of the most common obstacles you see couples trying to overcome regarding sex during pregnancy? - Is sex safe in pregnancy? - What are the biggest misconceptions around sex during pregnancy? - What advice would you have for couples who have unequal libidos dur...

Baby Registry Building 101! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast,  Laila spills the tea on the must-have items to include, what items to skip out on and even some baby registry strategy secrets! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IMPORTANT LINKS: Links to Specific Products I mentioned HERE - Sign up for the Learning To...

There's a GAP in childbirth education and today we're filling that gap!! It's a crash course on everything you need to know regarding pregnancy and childbirth, think prenatal health 101. This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Jackie, a nurse practitioner out of Miami Florida and ask her all the questions related to prenatal health. - What is an OB nurse practitioner,...

Ever wondered how to introduce your dog and baby?? Wanting to safely prepare your dog to meet your newborn? Curious how you should introduce your dog and baby? Then this episode is for you! Whether you have a puppy, and older dog or know that your baby will encounter dogs SOMEWHERE, you need to listen to this episode. This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Jen, owner and founder of...

Tips for Making a Succinct, Empowering and Comprehensive Birth Plan! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with  Doula Lindsay and ask her our first time mom questions related to birth plans: - What are some things people should consider when making their birth plan? - Do nurses and doctors  respect birth plans? - What to make sure we include or add to our birth plan? - How long should...

Labor and Delivery Nurse, Paulina, walks us through what labor looks like in a hospital! Get all the details regarding what labor will look like, how much the nurse will be with you,  what a nurse does during your labor, how the epidural works, when to get the epidural, and even what to pack in your hospital bag! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Nurse Paulina, a labor and del...

I spill the tea on my induction, epidural and birth story AND share what I would do differently with my next birth! Today we're covering: - What I did and didn't do in pregnancy - How I chose my OBGYN - My birth plan - Why I wanted a natural hospital birth - A third trimester scare - How I was induced: foley bulb and pitocin - My birth story as a first time mom: induction and epidural -...

Are you struggling with partner resentment in pregnancy? You're honestly not alone and today's episode is all for you! We're sharing 9 tips for overcoming partner resentment! Today on the Learning To Mom Podcast we dive deep into how you can really embrace and enjoy this pregnancy without partner bashing or being jealous of your husband. ----------------------- IMPORTANT LINKS: - Sh...

This week's episode is all about home births! Wondering HOW home births work or WHY you should have one?? This episode is for you: Gessica spills all the tea on the logistics of having a successful home birth. This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Gessica from Catholic Mom Vibes and ask her all our first time mom questions related to home births: - Why have a home birth? - Wh...

a Holiday Wishlist: 40 Gifts Tailored for Your Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Needs!   Not knowing what to ask for Christmas as a pregnant first time mom OR not sure what to GIVE your pregnant mom friend? Then this week's episode is for YOU! Access the exact products I recommend  HERE : https://www.learningtomompodcast.com/episodes/wishlistforpregnancy Sign up for the Learning To Mom Newsle...

Wondering what a birth center is, how to have a successful birth at a birth center, what a birth center looks like and why  people give birth at birth centers?? Well then, this episode is for you: Diving into giving birth at a birthing center This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Marianne and Nevi Stroud from the Holy Family Birth Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana and ask them all our...

Feeling overwhelmed with not knowing what to expect in pregnancy or not knowing what you should do or not do? This episode is for you. Today we're covering: - What to expect in first trimester - What to expect in second trimester - What to expect in third trimester - What your doctor's appointments look like in each trimester - What to do and what not to do in pregnancy - What to get don...

Wanting a natural hospital birth, then this episode is for you!! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with hospital birth coach, Sammy from Unshaken Wellness and ask her all our questions related to unmedicated labor and delivery in a hospital: * Why would someone want a natural hospital birth? * What are the best outcomes that natural births provide? * What are the misconceptions aro...

Pregnant and trying to figure out which health insurance plan to select?? I break it all down for you AND share what I chose for my pregnancy and birth! This week's episode of the Learning to Mom Podcast, I break down health insurance vocabulary, plans (EPO, HMO, POS & PPO), and get into medishare! *Disclaimer, I am not a health insurance expert or have any licenses/credentials in this. T...

Wondering what you should and shouldn't be eating during pregnancy?? Well then, this episode is for you: Nutrition during pregnancy 101 with pregnancy and fertility nutritionist. This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Grace from East to West Nutrition and ask her all our first time mom questions related to food during pregnancy: - Why is nutrition in pregnancy important? - Wha...

Have you been having a hard time accepting your pregnancy, your new body, your new hormones, your new fears, your new priorities in your pregnancy?? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, and I have some great tips to help with that!!  We're sharing 8 Tips for Accepting the New You in Pregnancy. Today on the Learning To Mom Podcast we dive deep into how you can really embrace this pregnancy, even if...

Why you need to see a pelvic floor therapist if you're pregnant! This week on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with Pelvic Floor Therapist, Dr. Erin and ask her all our first time mom questions related to pelvic floor therapy exercises: -Why is pelvic floor therapy important during pregnancy? - What is the pelvic floor? - The importance of pelvic floor even if you have a c-section - Why i...

Pregnant and not sure how to best support a friend through her miscarriage? This week's episode of the Learning to Mom Podcast, I sit down with Laura Ricketts, a Bereavement Doula who offers compassionate support for mothers and families during miscarriages. In honor of baby loss awareness week, today’s episode is about how to support a friend while she’s experiencing a miscarriage. On today&...

Struggling with depression during pregnancy, aka prenatal depression?? Chatting all about its  signs, risks, causes, and treatment . PLUS, I share my own prenatal depression story! Welcome to Learning To Mom, the #1 pregnancy podcast for first time moms. Informing women on pregnancy and birth so they can be informed without feeling overwhelmed! Follow The Learning To Mom Podcast on Instagram at @l...

What every pregnant woman needs to know about fitness in pregnancy. On today's episode of the Learning To Mom Podcast,  I sit down with Nicole from Strong Mama Wellness. Today’s episode is going to cover questions like: Why is working out during pregnancy important? What should exercise look like during pregnancy? What are safe ab exercises to do in pregnancy? What is diastasis recti and can...

Welcome to the Learning To Mom Podcast, Mom friends! Today's episode is a great introduction to who I am, why I created the Learning To Mom Podcast and what to expect going forward. Join me each week on the Learning to Mom Podcast where I give you the whole scoop on all things pregnancy and birth. From contractions to forming a bond with your baby in the womb to nursery essentials,  I've...

Wanting to know what to ask your obgyn when pregnant? This episode of the Learning To Mom Podcast, we'll break down everything- from choosing your OBGYN to your first visit to obgyn when pregnant, to to pregnancy appointments what to expect, to how to find an obgyn for pregnancy. Today's episode on the Learning To Mom Podcast, we chat with OBGYN Dr. Pero. Here's the questions we div...

What every mom needs to know about prenatal bonding and  what babies are aware of in the womb. On today's episode of the Learning To Mom Podcast,  I sit down with Dr. Jay Warren, who has dedicated his career to helping people live happy and healthy lives. He is the family wellness chiropractor and Wellness Care Coordinator at the Cap Wellness Center in San Diego, CA where he works with pregna...

How to get through first trimester signs and symptoms! Today’s episode of the Learning To Mom Podcast we’ll be chatting about the most common first trimester signs and symptoms which are: morning sickness, fatigue, exhaustion, breast tenderness, frequent urination, mood swings, food cravings and aversions, acne. If you can get through this first trimester- you’ll be okay. Here's the link to t...