Listen in to this healing redemptive birth story!

Working mom guilt? Yep, it's very real. Dr. Sarah Allen joins me to unpack where that guilt comes from, how to navigate it, and ways to feel more confident in whatever choices work best for your family.

Having a baby is a huge transition – and it's totally normal for your relationship to feel the impact. In this episode, we're talking about ways to stay connected, set expectations, and support each other through the fourth trimester and beyond.

Pelvic floor stuff doesn't have to be embarrassing or confusing! Nikki from The Belle Method joins me to chat about what your pelvic floor does, signs of dysfunction, and how to protect and rehab it through pregnancy and postpartum.

What actually happens after birth? This episode walks you through the first 48 hours with your newborn – from that golden hour and first latch to bleeding, bathroom trips, and baby checks. No fluff, no fear – just real talk 💁‍♀️

Think you know all things birth? Let's put that to the test! In this fun and lighthearted episode, we're playing a round of birth trivia – with real questions and answers that might surprise you 🤓 Play along and learn something new!

Ever wonder how you can help your little one start building language skills from the very beginning?

In this episode, I'm joined by The Speech Sisters, two speech-language pathologists and moms who are passionate about helping parents support their baby's communication journey.

We're chatting about what's normal in those early months, how to spot red flags, and easy ways to make everyday moments language-rich.

Whether your baby is in your belly, cooing, babbling, or starting to say words, you'll walk away with practical tips you can use right away!

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, we're doing another Ask Me Anything – and this time it's all about the second trimester!

These episodes are always a hit (and one of my faves to record!) because I get to answer your real questions from Instagram stories – with way more detail than I can fit into a slide.

Inside this episode, we're covering:

• What's up with peeing when you sneeze (and what to do about it)

• Kick counting basics – when to start and how it works

• Glucose tolerance testing tips and what to expect

• What to know about placenta previa

• Do you really need a birth class?

• And more second-tri insights you don't want to miss!

Whether you're 13 weeks or 27, this one's full of relatable info and practical tips to help you feel more confident in your pregnancy.

Registry stress? To-do list overwhelm? This free guide is here to help you stay on track and actually enjoy this trimester!

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