Here’s the guide to all your Preggie Pals episodes, your online resource for information on pregnancy! You can listen to all of our episodes through this website, our RSS feed as well as your favorite podcast apps!
Being pregnant with your first child is much different than subsequent pregnancies. Your body tells you to rest, but your kids demand 100% of your attention, not to mention the possibility of jealousy as your belly gets bigger. So, how can you keep the harmony and still make time to enjoy your pregnancy?
Are you pregnant right after adopting a new family member? Or is this your first pregnancy but you have always known you wanted to adopt in the future? Today’s episode is all about adopting and pregnancy and what expectant mothers need to know!
Whether you choose to birth in a hospital, birth center or home, there are small things you can do to help make your birth experience as calm and comfortable as possible. How can we tame our five senses so we can relax more easily? Can aromatherapy and essential oils help your labor progress faster? Does special lighting help with pain management? And can your favorite music playlist re-energize you for those last few pushes when baby is crowning?
Today we’re discussing why parents' mental health should be part of the conversation and takeaway points for tired parents needing the big picture.
Pregnancy isn't always comfortable. In this series, we'll explore natural ways to overcome common discomforts. This first episode focuses on how you can use physically therapy to naturally remedy your aches and pains associated with pregnancy.
When you're pregnant, you can easily become a breeding ground for bacterial infections. Today we're discussing some of the most common infections such as yeast infections, urinary tract infections, bacterial vaginosis and Group B Strep.
You’re planning to breastfeed your baby, and you’ve probably even heard popular catchphrases like “Breast is Best”. And that can result in a lot of unnecessary pressure for both mom and baby. Today we’re busting some common myths associated with breastfeeding and supplementation in those first few days and weeks after birth. Our goal is… Continue Reading
You've just completed your second trimester, arguably the most comfortable and relaxing one. So, what should you expect during the third trimester? What developmental changes is your baby experiencing? How will your baby's movements change during this time? When do they stop flipping around and stay in their birthing position?
Today we’re talking about the process of becoming a mother— and some of the big moments that really defined this transition for us.
Most women have been told not to eat anything while in labor, but why? What are the risks to both you and your baby?