Your Birth Bestie | The Best Pregnancy Podcast for an Informed and Natural Birth Experience

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you questioning how much weight to gain during pregnancy? Or maybe you know the what the recommended amount of weight gain is in pregnancy, but you’re either under or over that. What does that even mean for you and your baby, for your pregnancy?! In this episode, we talk about: Weight gain recommendations in pregnancy based on BMI, as outlined by ACOG… Risks of too littl...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you nervous about labor pain and what to learn more about epidurals? Or maybe you’re really wanting to give birth unmedicated, but someone tells you, “You don’t get a trophy for natural birth…” and now you’re questioning it.  In this episode, we’ll talk all about epidurals and their impact on childbirth including: What an epidural is and what to expect during the procedu...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you wondering what routine blood tests in pregnancy are usually done, why they are standardized, and what choices you have around these routine tests?  Tune in to explore the significance of these tests as a snapshot of your health in pregnancy, helping to detect any issues early on and be sure you and your baby are healthy! In this episode the pregnancy labs we will tal...

Text Your Birth Bestie Have you ever questioned how much control you will have of your hospital birth? I wish you didn’t have to worry about this, but being your best advocate is so important. Having a support person and/or doula is also so beneficial to having your best birth experience!  In this episode, I talk with Deja Ramos, aka Doula Deja, and dive into the most important aspects of prioriti...

Text Your Birth Bestie If you’re ready to answer some of the most asked questions of the mid-second trimester to help you feel confident in your body during pregnancy and informed when making decisions for your baby before they are even born, then this episode is for you!  The 3 questions answered in this episode are: When should I expect to start feeling my baby? What do those first movements fee...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you wondering what to expect during your anatomy ultrasound and how to prepare for this exciting, but often nerve-wracking appointment?  In this episode, we’ll dive into: What is an anatomy ultrasound and what information it can tell us about baby… Learn more about the procedure, measurements taken, and what your sonographer is actually allowed to tell you… Tips for phys...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you thinking about how your life, your relationships, or your kids are going to change when bringing your new baby home?  In this episode we will discuss: The unpredictable joy and exhaustion of life changes when having a baby… Concerns about sibling adjustments and managing time between kids… Financial planning and one of my favorite baby items I saved thousands on… How...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you wondering about your options for prenatal genetic testing and what information they will actually give you? In this episode we talk about… Understanding genetic screening versus diagnostic tests… When and why genetic tests are recommended… Types of tests including NIPT, first trimester screen, quad screen, and more… Factors that influence the decision to test or not...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you preparing for your first prenatal appointment and wondering what to expect?  There can be mixed emotions of excitement and uncertainty as you’re waiting for your scheduled appointment, but sharing some inside information hopefully helps you as you wait! What to expect in this episode: When your first prenatal visit is scheduled and what to do while you wait… Tips to...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you having a baby shower and stuck deciding what to add to your baby registry? Join me as I share insights on streamlining your list, avoiding unnecessary items, and focusing on what truly matters.   In this episode we'll dive into: Prioritizing the essential items to reduce overwhelm, expenses, and time researching... How to align with the minimalist approach where...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you wondering how to stop your pregnancy nausea or at least make it more tolerable? The first trimester can feel like forever when it’s a constant battle between nausea and food eversions, so let’s talk about it! In this episode, we’ll dive into: What causes nausea in pregnancy and how long will it last… Is it bad if I don’t feel nauseous? Is my baby okay… Tips and ticks...

Text Your Birth Bestie Before you even have your first prenatal appointment, the most critical period of a baby’s development in utero is already over. Yes, by 12 weeks!  Today, we explore the critical first 12 weeks of pregnancy and address common concerns before your first prenatal visit.  Here's what you can expect in this episode: Why early support matters, common questions, and the role...

Text Your Birth Bestie Wondering if you need to schedule a dating ultrasound during pregnancy? And if you do schedule one, how accurate is the information from the test? The first trimester ultrasound is extremely common, but not always necessary. There are alternative ways to predict gestational age of your baby and assess your preganancy progress. In this episode, we dive into the following: The...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you newly pregnant and wondering, when is it “safe” to announce your pregnancy to family and friends? If you’re not sure if you’re ready to make a pregnancy announcement yet, or considering when to let your friends and family in on the secret, this episode will help you decide!  Today, we are uncovering the significance of deciding when to announce your pregnancy and hig...

Text Your Birth Bestie If you're newly pregnant, you're probably wondering what steps you should take next! How do you find a good provider? And why the heck is every online due date calculator a little different? In this episode, I talk about what to do after you get that positive pregnancy test including choosing your provider, scheduling your first appointment and possibly an ultrasou...

Text Your Birth Bestie Have you found yourself staring at a pregnancy test, wondering about the right time to take it and what those results really mean? You’re definitely not alone!  What to Expect in This Episode: Learn about the most accurate time to take a pregnancy test and why you don’t have to wait to miss your period… Discover budget-friendly and reliable pregnancy test options – ditch the...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you wanting to become pregnant as soon as possible, but not sure where to start? Tune in to start your journey to conception and figure out what your next steps are for a positive pregnancy test. In this episode, we’ll talk about: How to increase your chances of becoming pregnant each month… Tips to prepare your body for pregnancy and rid your body from leftover birth co...

Text Your Birth Bestie Would you love a natural birth, to protect your pelvic floor during pregnancy and labor, and streamline your postpartum recovery?  You don’t want to miss this interview with Dr. Jess Dufault, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in birth preparation, reducing interventions, and supporting postpartum recovery. In this episode we chat about: The journey that led Dr....

Text Your Birth Bestie How does a calm, unrushed hospital birth sound?  Let’s talk about common issues faced by pregnant moms having babies in the hospital, the impact of interventions during birth, and the importance of informed decision-making. We’ll uncover 10 essential tips to help you take control of your hospital labor and create the best birth experience! Included in this episode is info on...

Text Your Birth Bestie Are you confused about what the difference between a doula and a midwife is? You’re definitely not alone. I am a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator and get asked all the time what my role actually is, where can I see clients, and why would someone want to have a midwife, doula, both, or neither at their birth! To find out the difference between doulas an...

Text Your Birth Bestie Preparing for labor and delivery is important, but don't forget about postpartum too! You can actually feel calm and prepared, and enjoy this time with your new baby!  This week I interviewed Marissa Bergman, a nurse and birth/postpartum educator who is preparing for her third postpartum journey at 35 weeks! In this episode we discuss that: Postpartum extends well beyon...

Text Your Birth Bestie Day 5 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears! You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while anticipating how your labor and birth will go, so let's figure out how to ease these feelings and have a positive hospital birth! >>GIVEAWAY!!<< Enter for the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card EVERY day this week! Review the sho...

Text Your Birth Bestie Day 4 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears! You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while anticipating how your labor and birth will go, so let's figure out how to ease these feelings and have a positive hospital birth! >>GIVEAWAY!!<< Enter for the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card EVERY day this week! Review the sho...

Text Your Birth Bestie Day 3 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears! You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while anticipating how your labor and birth will go, so let's figure out how to ease these feelings and have a positive hospital birth! >>GIVEAWAY!!<< Enter for the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card EVERY day this week! Review the sho...

Text Your Birth Bestie Day 2 of this 5-day series on overcoming hospital birth fears! You're not alone in having doubts, worries, or anxiety while anticipating how your labor and birth will go, so let's figure out how to ease these feelings and have a positive hospital birth! >>GIVEAWAY!!<< Enter for the chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card EVERY day this week! Review the sho...