Whether you're preparing for a VBAC or are a first-time mom, I'm sure you've heard about cervical exams at some point BUT...

• What are the pros and cons of getting cervical checks?
• Does everyone need to get cervical checks during pregnancy?
• What do cervical dilation and effacement even mean?
• Should you get cervical exams during labor?

Tune in to find out!

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In this episode, I speak with Mary Farrelly, a certified Level IV NICU nurse and trained doula, about the crucial topic of navigating the NICU.

We dive into:

• What is the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit)?
• How common is it for a baby to need NICU support?
• Essential tips on how families can prepare for a NICU stay in advance (even for an unexpected stay).
• The invaluable role doulas play in supporting families through their NICU journey.

Whether you're expecting or already facing a NICU stay, this episode provides the insights and guidance you need to feel empowered and supported during this challenging time.

Connect and learn with Mary:

Registration is OPEN for Navigating the NICU for Doulas! Click the links below to register for one of the sessions.

Navigating the NICU for Doulas [August 14+15]
Navigating the NICU for Doulas [September 13+14]

• Life After NICU Membership for families
• Free NICU Discharge Checklist
• https://www.thenicutranslator.com/
• @thenicutranslator

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Curious about some of those weird skin changes during pregnancy? Listen to today's episode as I briefly highlight a few pregnancy skin issues you may not know about.

• Cherry Angiomas
• Melasma (Mask of Pregnancy)
• Skin Tags
• PUPPP Rash vs. Pemphigoid Gestationis (PG)
• Eczema

You probably aren't the only mom out there looking at your skin thinking, "What in the heck is this?!" If you're experiencing any abnormal skin changes always talk to your healthcare provider.

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So today we're going to be talking about a topic that I talked quite a bit about last month on my Instagram, but I recently archived the majority of my posts. So the post isn't there anymore, but I talked about it in my stories a little bit, and it's about how, you know, if you're done having kids, I feel like this is a question that So many of us have, we may ask ourselves this question.

We may ask others this question. We may ask Google this question. Like, how do you know if you're done having kids? I really wanted this to live on the podcast because I feel like it's an important topic that so many of us probably resonate with and are feeling. So that's why I want us to talk about it here.

And You may be feeling this if you have one child or five children or however many kids you have, or if you're questioning if you want kids at all, this is something that I feel like we all feel at some point. And I've seen so many women ask this question. How do you know when you're done? How did you know when you were done?

And if you relate to anything that I have to say, or if you're feeling the same way, please let me know. I would love to talk about it more.

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On today's episode, Morgan Martin tells us about her three different pregnancy and birth experiences and how each one transformed her life and helped her grow along the way.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Morgan's miscarriage with her first pregnancy and the book that was born from that experience.
• Her unplanned c-section story.
• Preparing for a VBAC and switching providers to find someone who was truly VBAC supportive.
• …and so much more!

Morgan's Instagram: @morganreneemcintyre

https://www.healingemptyhands.com/

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Are you currently pregnant or recently postpartum? Are you questioning if you want to go back to work after maternity leave? Many of us have been there and it can be a hard decision to make for some women. If you are trying to figure out if being either a working mom, work from home mom, or stay at home mom is the best fit for your family, you'll want to listen to my chat with Mariela De Santiago.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The desire to stay at home with your children but also still have a unique identity outside of "mom"
• How to make the transition from working to being at home.
• Managing your time if you are working from home or working on a passion project.

@newmomtalk.podcast

@carlsbadmomwalks

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As a doula and childbirth educator, my plan has been to have VBAC preparation courses for moms and VBAC training programs for doulas.

BUT is a VBAC course really something women want or would other formats be more beneficial?

Other options could be:

• Membership site
• 1:1 or group virtual doula support and VBAC education
• Patreon or premium podcast episodes
• A book
• Direct access to me via a Voxer membership (or something similar)

I would love and appreciate your input and feedback as I want to make sure I am serving you all the best way possible.

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You may be wondering whether or not you REALLY need a doula to have a VBAC.

There are several potential benefits to having a doula but even with these general benefits of doulas, not all doulas are going to be beneficial to your birth experience.

Is it really necessary to hire a doula for your VBAC? Is it possible to have a positive VBAC experience without one?

Listen to this episode to find out my take as a VBAC mom and doula who specializes in VBAC.

Check out the New Mom Talk podcast here.

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