Pregnancy Podcast

Pregnancy Podcast

346 episodes

A resource to support expecting moms (and partners, too!) with evidence-based information to navigate the awesome adventure of pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent. Vanessa Merten provides evidence based info that goes way beyond the typical “pregnancy instruction manual”. Every episode is designed to give you all of the evidence, research, pros, cons, risks, and benefits – all so you decide what the best option is for YOU and feel confident about your decisions during your pregnancy and beyond. The show covers everything from pregnancy to caring for a newborn. Topics include prenatal care, labor, natural birth, hospital birth, cesarean birth, preparing for your baby, breastfeeding, postpartum, and caring for a new baby. This is your​ evidence-based resource to help you make informed decisions about your pregnancy and your baby.

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Exciting Update! More Episodes are Coming to the Podcast!

Published: Sept. 18, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 2 minutes 53 seconds

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Navigating Labor and Birth: Your Roadmap from Start to Finish

Published: Sept. 15, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 58 seconds

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Your Pregnancy Timeline

Published: Sept. 8, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 30 seconds

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Expert Tips to Prepare Your Dog for a New Baby

Published: Sept. 1, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 11 minutes 21 seconds

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Navigating Weaning: How to Stop Breastfeeding Without Stress or Anxiety

Published: Aug. 25, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 19 seconds

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Top 5 Reasons Moms Stop Breastfeeding Early

Published: Aug. 18, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 46 seconds

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The Key to Maintaining and Increasing Milk Supply

Published: Aug. 11, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 26 seconds

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Guide to Breast Changes During Pregnancy and Lactation

Published: Aug. 4, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 17 seconds

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Evidence-Based Methods to Prevent and Relieve Back Pain

Published: July 28, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 18 seconds

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Is Any Amount of Alcohol Safe During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding?

Published: July 21, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 30 seconds

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How Much Caffeine Is Safe During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding?

Published: July 14, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 8 seconds

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Effective Treatments for Constipation During Pregnancy

Published: July 7, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 45 seconds

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The Top Reasons Birth Plans Fail

Published: June 23, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 4 seconds

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Your Partners Role in Supporting You in Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond

Published: June 16, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 9 seconds

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Preventing and Treating Bug Bites During Pregnancy

Published: June 9, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 56 seconds

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Overcoming Fear and Anxiety to Go into Birth with Confidence

Published: June 2, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 57 seconds

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Choosing the Best Pediatrician for Your Baby

Published: May 26, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 15 seconds

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Tips to Advocate for Yourself with Your Doctor or Midwife

Published: May 19, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 40 seconds

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Happy Mother's Day

Published: May 12, 2024, 8 a.m.
Duration: 3 minutes 20 seconds

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5 Tips to Maximize Every Prenatal Appointment

Published: May 12, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 6 seconds

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Choosing (or Changing) Your Doctor or Midwife

Published: May 5, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 12 seconds

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10 Steps to Craft Your Birth Plan

Published: April 28, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 6 seconds

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Pros and Cons of Erythromycin Eye Ointment for Your Newborn

Published: April 21, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 44 seconds

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Benefits and Risks of Vitamin K for Newborns

Published: April 14, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 12 seconds

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Options To Make a Cesarean More Mom- And Baby-Friendly

Published: April 7, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 20 seconds

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What to Expect in a Cesarean Birth

Published: March 31, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 34 seconds

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Optimal Labor Positions for a Shorter and Easier Birth

Published: March 24, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 6 seconds

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Your Options for the Third Stage of Labor

Published: March 17, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 44 seconds

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Can Eating Dates Naturally Induce Labor and Shorten Duration?

Published: March 10, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 18 seconds

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Prenatal Yoga, Recommendations and What to Avoid

Published: March 3, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 31 seconds

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Strength Training and Lifting Weights During Pregnancy

Published: Feb. 25, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 45 seconds

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Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)

Published: Feb. 18, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 27 seconds

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Exercise During Pregnancy, Recommendations and What to Avoid

Published: Feb. 11, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 57 seconds

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Fourth Trimester Planning Ahead

Published: Feb. 4, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 35 seconds

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Fourth Trimester What to Expect

Published: Jan. 28, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 33 seconds

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Third Trimester Overview

Published: Jan. 21, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 34 seconds

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Second Trimester Overview

Published: Jan. 14, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 48 seconds

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First Trimester Overview

Published: Jan. 7, 2024, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 15 seconds

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Getting Sick During Pregnancy (Colds, Flu, and COVID-19)

Published: Dec. 24, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 27 seconds

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Preventing and Treating Fevers During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 17, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 27 seconds

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Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 10, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 49 minutes 19 seconds

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Supporting Your Immune System During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 3, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 24 seconds

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Crafting a Positive Body Image During Pregnancy and Motherhood

Published: Nov. 26, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 41 seconds

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Placenta Encapsulation: The Evidence on the Risks and Benefits

Published: Nov. 19, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 4 seconds

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Troubleshooting Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and as a New Parent

Published: Nov. 12, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 11 seconds

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Evidence-Based Tips to Improve Your Sleep

Published: Nov. 5, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 18 seconds

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Pain Management Options for Labor

Published: Oct. 22, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 51 minutes 24 seconds

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Birth Interventions Overview

Published: Oct. 15, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 55 minutes 23 seconds

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Hydration and Drinking Water

Published: Oct. 8, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 59 seconds

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Understanding Your Care Team from Pregnancy to Postpartum

Published: Oct. 1, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 47 seconds

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Your Guide to Prenatal Testing

Published: Sept. 24, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 52 minutes 58 seconds

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Guide to Pregnancy Safe Skin Care

Published: Sept. 17, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 23 seconds

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Do You Really Need a Doula?

Published: Sept. 10, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 42 seconds

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Getting Your Dog Ready for Your New Baby

Published: Sept. 3, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes 45 seconds

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Guide to Bottle Feeding and Infant Formula

Published: Aug. 27, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 8 seconds

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Success Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash

Published: Aug. 20, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 50 minutes 57 seconds

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Troubleshooting Common Breastfeeding Issues

Published: Aug. 13, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 19 seconds

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Mastering the Basics of Breastfeeding

Published: Aug. 6, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 43 minutes 24 seconds

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Five Essential Questions to Navigate Procedures & Interventions

Published: July 23, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 30 seconds

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Navigate Your Prenatal Care with Confidence

Published: July 16, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 43 seconds

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Ensuring Optimal Vitamin D Levels for You and Your Baby

Published: July 9, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 51 seconds

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Benefits of Water During Pregnancy (Pools, Hot Tubs, Baths, and Float Tanks)

Published: July 2, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 27 seconds

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Labor Signs and the Start of Labor

Published: June 25, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 24 seconds

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Pregnancy Crash Course for Dads and Partners

Published: June 18, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 42 minutes 59 seconds

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Nutrition and the Evidence on Popular Diets During Pregnancy

Published: June 11, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 25 seconds

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Protecting Your Mental Health (Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression)

Published: June 4, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 25 seconds

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Guide to Sun Exposure and Tanning During Pregnancy

Published: May 28, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 57 seconds

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Stress and Anxiety During Pregnancy

Published: May 21, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 3 seconds

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10 Ways to Mentally Prepare for Motherhood

Published: May 14, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 25 seconds

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Focus on What Matters and Avoid Overwhelm

Published: May 7, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes

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Drinks To Be Cautious About During Pregnancy

Published: April 23, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 44 seconds

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Food Safety: Understanding the Risks and Making Informed Choices

Published: April 16, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 33 seconds

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What Every Mother Needs to Know About Hypertension During and After Pregnancy

Published: April 9, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 8 seconds

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What to Look for in a Prenatal Vitamin

Published: April 2, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 51 seconds

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Vaginal Tears and Episiotomy: Prevention and Healing

Published: March 19, 2023, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 58 seconds

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Evidence on Methods to Turn a Breech Baby

Published: March 12, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 39 minutes 1 second

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Your Babys Position During Labor and Birth

Published: March 5, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 6 seconds

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Herpes Simplex Virus and Pregnancy

Published: Feb. 26, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 51 seconds

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Navigating Gestational Diabetes from Testing to Treatment

Published: Feb. 12, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 21 seconds

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Pregnancy Over Age 35 (Advanced Maternal Age)

Published: Feb. 5, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 38 seconds

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Advocating for Yourself with Your Doctor or Midwife

Published: Jan. 22, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 38 minutes 52 seconds

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Other Pain Management Options During Labor

Published: March 14, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 23 seconds

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Nitrous Oxide During Labor

Published: March 7, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 5 seconds

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Epidural

Published: Feb. 28, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 9 seconds

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Birth Center

Published: Feb. 21, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 5 seconds

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Hospital Birth

Published: Feb. 14, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 45 seconds

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Pregnancy Loss

Published: Dec. 27, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 48 minutes 18 seconds

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Breast Changes During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Published: Dec. 20, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 45 seconds

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Tips for Maternity Clothes

Published: Dec. 13, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 48 seconds

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Birth Recovery and Postpartum

Published: Dec. 6, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 52 minutes 55 seconds

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Racial Disparities, Building Community, and Advocating for Yourself

Published: Nov. 22, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 10 seconds

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Social Distancing with Your New Baby

Published: Nov. 15, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 35 seconds

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Navigating Pregnancy and a New Baby with Your Dog

Published: Nov. 8, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 58 minutes 28 seconds

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5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Every Prenatal Appointment

Published: Nov. 1, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 37 seconds

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Boosting Your Immune System

Published: Oct. 25, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 46 minutes 55 seconds

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Supporting Your Immune System

Published: Oct. 18, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 55 seconds

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Colds, Flu, and COVID-19

Published: Oct. 11, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 31 seconds

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Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy (2020-2021 Flu Season)

Published: Oct. 4, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 41 minutes 39 seconds

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Baby Shower Etiquette

Published: Sept. 27, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 57 seconds

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Bonding with Your Baby During Pregnancy

Published: Sept. 20, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 53 seconds

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Why You Need a Backup Plan

Published: Sept. 13, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 54 seconds

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Your Birth Room and Tips to Improve It

Published: Sept. 6, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 4 seconds

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Preventing and Healing a Vaginal Tear or Episiotomy

Published: Aug. 30, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 33 seconds

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Skin to Skin Contact

Published: Aug. 23, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 53 seconds

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Inducing Labor Naturally

Published: Aug. 9, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 23 seconds

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Inducing Labor

Published: Aug. 2, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 44 minutes 15 seconds

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The Evidence on Eating and Drinking During Labor

Published: July 26, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 9 seconds

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Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Published: July 19, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 1 second

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Herpes Simplex Virus & Pregnancy

Published: July 12, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 31 seconds

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Prioritizing What is Important

Published: July 5, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 8 seconds

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Autonomy

Published: June 28, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 56 seconds

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Precipitous Labor and Birth

Published: June 21, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 29 seconds

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Prodromal Labor

Published: June 14, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 28 seconds

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Birth Changes for the Foreseeable Future

Published: June 7, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour 43 seconds

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Natural and Artificial Sweeteners

Published: May 24, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 29 seconds

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Sugar

Published: May 17, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 17 seconds

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Prenatal Testing Basics

Published: May 10, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 48 seconds

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Gardening Safety & the Evidence on the Benefits of House Plants

Published: May 3, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 25 seconds

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COVID-19 and Breastfeeding

Published: April 26, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 38 seconds

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Swelling & Edema

Published: April 19, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 38 seconds

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Trying to Conceive During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Published: April 12, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 58 seconds

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Coronavirus Update - Limiting Your Risks

Published: March 29, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 22 seconds

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Coronavirus Update - Changes to Your Prenatal Care & Birth Plan

Published: March 22, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 43 seconds

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Coronavirus and Pregnancy

Published: March 15, 2020, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 42 seconds

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Foods to be Cautious About During Pregnancy

Published: March 8, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 26 seconds

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How Blue Light Affects Your Pregnancy

Published: March 1, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 51 minutes 41 seconds

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Your Due Date

Published: Feb. 23, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 28 seconds

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The Truth About Pooping During Labor

Published: Feb. 16, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 15 seconds

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The Evidence on Vaginal Exams Before and During Labor

Published: Feb. 9, 2020, 8 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 34 seconds

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Sleeping Positions During Pregnancy

Published: Jan. 26, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 18 seconds

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Perineal Massage to Prevent Tearing

Published: Jan. 19, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 17 seconds

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When to Announce Your Pregnancy

Published: Jan. 12, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 14 seconds

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Self-Care

Published: Jan. 5, 2020, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes

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Timing of Skin-to-Skin Contact & Delayed Cord Clamping

Published: Dec. 22, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 3 seconds

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Traveling During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 15, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 8 seconds

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Will Eating Dates Help Your Labor?

Published: Dec. 8, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 53 seconds

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When You and Your Partner Disagree

Published: Dec. 1, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 43 seconds

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110: When You and Your Partner Disagree

Published: Nov. 30, 2019, 5 p.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 12 seconds

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Centering Pregnancy & Group Prenatal Care

Published: Nov. 24, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 54 seconds

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Using Your BRAIN – 5 Questions You Should Be Asking

Published: Nov. 17, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 13 seconds

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Health Insurance

Published: Nov. 10, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 42 seconds

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Q&A: Unsolicited Advice

Published: Oct. 27, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 12 seconds

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Ultrasounds

Published: Oct. 20, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 25 seconds

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Colds & Flu During Pregnancy

Published: Oct. 13, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 36 seconds

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Tdap Vaccine During Pregnancy

Published: Oct. 6, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 47 seconds

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Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy

Published: Sept. 29, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 13 seconds

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Alcohol During Pregnancy

Published: Sept. 22, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 4 seconds

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Caffeine During Pregnancy

Published: Sept. 15, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 39 seconds

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Cord Blood Banking

Published: Aug. 25, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 9 seconds

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Belly Binding & Postpartum Girdles

Published: Aug. 18, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 9 seconds

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Running and Walking During Pregnancy

Published: Aug. 11, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 43 seconds

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Heat Exposure During Pregnancy

Published: Aug. 4, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 31 seconds

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Weaning Your Child from Breastfeeding

Published: July 28, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 16 seconds

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Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Baby

Published: July 7, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 54 seconds

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Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Breasts

Published: June 30, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 59 seconds

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Pumping Breastmilk

Published: June 23, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 33 minutes 8 seconds

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Breastfeeding Basics

Published: June 16, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 48 seconds

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Q&A: Are Microwaves Safe to Use During Pregnancy?

Published: June 9, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 10 seconds

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156: Optimal Fetal Positioning & Spinning Babies

Published: June 2, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 13 seconds

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Episode 155: Baby Position

Published: May 26, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 55 seconds

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Q&A: Safe Cleaning Products

Published: May 12, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 10 seconds

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154: Delayed Cord Clamping

Published: May 5, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 19 seconds

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153: Third Stage of Labor (Updated)

Published: April 28, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 5 seconds

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Q&A: Postpartum Hemorrhage, Bleeding, and the Return of Your Period

Published: April 21, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 51 seconds

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Q&A: Informed Consent

Published: April 14, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 13 seconds

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152: How Pregnancy Changes Your Feet

Published: April 7, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 27 seconds

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151: Five Rules for New Parents

Published: March 24, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 13 seconds

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Q&A: What is the Ideal Spacing In Between Kids?

Published: March 17, 2019, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 21 seconds

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150: Body Image During Pregnancy & After Baby

Published: March 10, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 31 seconds

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Q&A: What is Pasmo and How Can You Avoid It?

Published: March 3, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 17 seconds

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Published: March 1, 2019, 6:08 a.m.
Duration: 4 minutes 2 seconds

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149: Preparing Your Partner for Birth

Published: Feb. 24, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 27 seconds

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Q&A: Cell Free DNA & NIPT (Non Invasive Prenatal Test)

Published: Feb. 17, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 31 seconds

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148: Finding Out Your Baby’s Sex

Published: Jan. 27, 2019, 5:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 40 seconds

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Q&A: Waiting for Your First Prenatal Appointment

Published: Jan. 13, 2019, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 12 seconds

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147: Maternity Leave

Published: Dec. 23, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 3 seconds

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Q&A: Weight Gain During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 16, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 20 seconds

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146: Placenta Encapsulation

Published: Dec. 9, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 34 minutes 11 seconds

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Q&A: Baby Names

Published: Dec. 2, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 8 seconds

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145: Prenatal Vitamin

Published: Nov. 25, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 35 minutes 24 seconds

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Thank you!

Published: Nov. 22, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 2 minutes 23 seconds

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Q&A: Miscarriage

Published: Nov. 18, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 55 seconds

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144: Gestational Diabetes

Published: Nov. 11, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 58 seconds

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143: Breathing During Labor

Published: Oct. 28, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 33 seconds

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Q&A: Navigating Challenges with Parents, In-Laws, & Family

Published: Oct. 21, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 7 seconds

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142: Progesterone

Published: Oct. 14, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 17 seconds

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Q&A: Heartburn

Published: Oct. 7, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 42 seconds

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What to Pack in Your Birth Bag

Published: Sept. 30, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 51 seconds

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Q&A: Kombucha

Published: Sept. 16, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 22 seconds

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140: Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy and After Birth

Published: Sept. 9, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 19 seconds

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Q&A: Lactation Cookies, Do They Really Work?

Published: Sept. 2, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 40 seconds

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139: Pumping Breast Milk

Published: Aug. 26, 2018, 4 p.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 29 seconds

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138: Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Baby

Published: Aug. 19, 2018, 4 p.m.
Duration: 22 minutes

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137: Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Breasts

Published: Aug. 12, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 5 seconds

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Q&A: I’m Freaked Out About Breastfeeding

Published: Aug. 1, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 56 seconds

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Q&A: Lotus Birth

Published: July 25, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 51 seconds

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135: Short Cervix, Incompetent Cervix, and Cerclage

Published: July 22, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 49 seconds

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Q&A: Lipase and Freezing Breastmilk

Published: July 4, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 5 minutes 46 seconds

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134: Bug Bites (Mosquitos, Ticks, and Fleas)

Published: July 1, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 54 seconds

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Q&A: Yoga and Inversion Poses During Pregnancy

Published: June 20, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 29 seconds

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133: Dads and Partners, Everything You Need to Know

Published: June 17, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 21 seconds

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Q&A: Work and Job Hazards

Published: June 13, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 24 seconds

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132: Iron During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Published: June 10, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 22 seconds

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Q&A: Short Height and Carrying a Baby to Term

Published: June 6, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 39 seconds

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131: Vitamin D During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Published: June 3, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 57 seconds

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Q&A: Is Your Toilet Seat Turning Blue?

Published: May 30, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 35 seconds

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130: BPA Safety During Pregnancy & For Your Baby

Published: May 27, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 31 seconds

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Q&A: When is a C-Section Absolutely Necessary?

Published: May 16, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 31 seconds

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129: Lessons Learned Breastfeeding the Second Time Around

Published: May 13, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 23 seconds

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Q&A: The Doctor or Midwife On Call

Published: May 9, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 32 seconds

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128: Probiotics

Published: May 6, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 7 seconds

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Q&A: Eating Deli Meat During Pregnancy

Published: April 18, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 21 seconds

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127: Antibiotics During Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding

Published: April 15, 2018, 4:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 19 seconds

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126: Morning Sickness

Published: April 1, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 42 seconds

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Q&A: Recreational Activities During Pregnancy

Published: March 21, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 37 seconds

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125: Back Pain During Pregnancy & Postpartum

Published: March 18, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 43 seconds

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Q&A: Nail Polish

Published: March 14, 2018, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 13 seconds

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124: Gentle Cesarean Birth & Vaginal Seeding

Published: March 11, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 16 seconds

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Q&A: Visitors After Your Baby is Born

Published: Feb. 28, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 48 seconds

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123: Cesarean Birth

Published: Feb. 25, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 36 minutes 36 seconds

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Q&A: Vernix Caseosa & Baby’s First Bath

Published: Feb. 21, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 3 seconds

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122: Essential Oils for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum (And Their Safety)

Published: Feb. 18, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 56 seconds

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Q&A: Nuchal Cord (Umbilical Cord Wrapped Around Neck)

Published: Feb. 7, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 35 seconds

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121: Pregnancy Over Age 35 (Advanced Maternal Age)

Published: Feb. 4, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 11 seconds

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Q&A: Allergies

Published: Jan. 31, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 40 seconds

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120: Postpartum, Planning Ahead

Published: Jan. 28, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 55 seconds

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Q&A: Apple Cider Vinegar

Published: Jan. 24, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes

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119: Postpartum, What to Expect

Published: Jan. 21, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 4 seconds

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Q&A: Loud Noises

Published: Jan. 17, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 58 seconds

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118: My Second Pregnancy, Lessons Learned & My Birth Story

Published: Jan. 14, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 20 seconds

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117: Eating Organic During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 17, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 39 seconds

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Q&A: Insemination and Judgment from Family

Published: Dec. 13, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 2 seconds

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116: Migraines and Headaches

Published: Dec. 10, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 43 seconds

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Q&A: Ectopic Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 6, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 33 seconds

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115: Constipation During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 3, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 36 seconds

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Q&A: Placenta Encapsulation & the CDC

Published: Nov. 29, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 56 seconds

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114: Labor Signs

Published: Nov. 26, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 13 seconds

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Q&A: Fear of Things Not Going as Planned

Published: Nov. 22, 2017, 5:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 18 seconds

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113: Braxton Hicks Contractions vs. True Labor

Published: Nov. 19, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 21 seconds

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Q&A: Baby Movement

Published: Nov. 15, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 24 seconds

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112: Will Eating Dates Help Your Labor?

Published: Nov. 12, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 17 seconds

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Q&A: Baby Laundry Detergent

Published: Nov. 8, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 54 seconds

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111: Health Insurance (Updated for 2018)

Published: Nov. 5, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 26 seconds

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Q&A: Fertility

Published: Nov. 4, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 54 seconds

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Q&A: Your Health Insurance & the Calendar Year

Published: Nov. 1, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 9 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Published: Oct. 25, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 23 seconds

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109: Fever During Pregnancy

Published: Oct. 22, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 4 seconds

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Q&A: Numbness

Published: Oct. 18, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 26 seconds

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108: Colds, Flu, and Pregnancy

Published: Oct. 15, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 42 seconds

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Q&A: Body Piercings, Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding

Published: Oct. 11, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 29 seconds

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107: Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy (Updated)

Published: Oct. 8, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 26 seconds

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Q&A: Tanning, Sunless Tanning, and Spray Tans

Published: Oct. 4, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 14 seconds

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106: Pregnancy, Pets, and Your Baby

Published: Oct. 1, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 58 seconds

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Q&A: Facials, Microneedling, and Botox

Published: Sept. 27, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 42 seconds

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105: Using a TENS Machine During Labor

Published: Sept. 24, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 50 seconds

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Q&A: Doula

Published: Sept. 20, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 9 seconds

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104: Pregnancy Foot Health

Published: Sept. 17, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 20 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy Brain

Published: Sept. 13, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 20 seconds

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103: Pregnancy Sleep, Tips for Better Sleep

Published: Sept. 10, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 50 seconds

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Q&A: When should I tell my boss I am pregnant?

Published: Sept. 6, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 13 seconds

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102: Pregnancy Sleep Issues

Published: Sept. 3, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 41 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy Fatigue

Published: Aug. 30, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 25 seconds

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101: Breastfeeding Challenges in the Real World, Featuring Elizabeth Bayne

Published: Aug. 27, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 45 minutes 39 seconds

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Q&A: Lifting Heavy Objects

Published: Aug. 23, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 51 seconds

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100: Pumping Breast Milk (Rebroadcast)

Published: Aug. 20, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 12 seconds

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Q&A: Placental Lake

Published: Aug. 16, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 30 seconds

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99: Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Baby

Published: Aug. 13, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 12 seconds

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Q&A: Breast Crawl

Published: Aug. 9, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 23 seconds

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98: Breastfeeding, Troubleshooting Your Breasts

Published: Aug. 6, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 16 seconds

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Q&A: Misoprostol (Cytotec)

Published: Aug. 2, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 22 seconds

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97: Breastfeeding Basics

Published: July 30, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 32 seconds

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Q&A: Carrying High or Low

Published: July 26, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 27 seconds

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96: Prenatal Massage

Published: July 23, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 59 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy Dreams

Published: July 19, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 46 seconds

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95: Babymoon

Published: July 16, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 40 seconds

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Q&A: Sunburns & Sun Exposure During Pregnancy

Published: July 12, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 11 seconds

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94: Postpartum Girdles

Published: July 9, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 23 seconds

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Q&A: Acupuncture for a Breech Baby

Published: July 5, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 25 seconds

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93: Negative Blood Types and the RhoGAM Shot

Published: July 2, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 45 seconds

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Q&A: Pooping During Labor

Published: June 28, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 24 seconds

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92: IV Fluids and Drinking During Labor

Published: June 25, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 1 second

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Q&A: Siblings at the Birth of a New Baby

Published: June 21, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 12 minutes 25 seconds

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91: Eating During Labor

Published: June 18, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 39 seconds

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Q&A: One Page Birth Plan

Published: June 14, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 36 seconds

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90: Nitrous Oxide

Published: June 11, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 37 seconds

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Q&A: Marijuana and Male Fertility

Published: June 7, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 59 seconds

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89: Morning Sickness

Published: June 4, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 13 seconds

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Q&A: Collagen

Published: May 31, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 23 seconds

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88: Your Due Date

Published: May 28, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 8 seconds

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Q&A: Postpartum Hair Loss

Published: May 24, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 10 seconds

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87: Common Skin Issues During Pregnancy

Published: May 21, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 12 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding with Large Breasts

Published: May 17, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 12 seconds

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Episode 86: Skin Care Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy

Published: May 14, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 28 seconds

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Q&A: Breast Size and Milk Production

Published: May 10, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 57 seconds

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85: Drinking Tea During Pregnancy

Published: May 7, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 10 seconds

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Q&A: PUPPS

Published: May 3, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 14 seconds

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84: Pacifiers

Published: April 30, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 15 seconds

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Q&A: Uncomfortable Ultrasounds

Published: April 26, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 10 seconds

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83: When Birth Does Not Go as Planned

Published: April 23, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 54 seconds

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Q&A: Exercising Before a Glucose Test

Published: April 19, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 26 seconds

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82: Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM) and the 24 Hour Rule

Published: April 16, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 2 seconds

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81: Labor Positions (Rebroadcast)

Published: April 9, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 50 seconds

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80: Interventions (Rebroadcast)

Published: April 2, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 22 seconds

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79: Vaginal Tearing, Episiotomy, & Healing (Rebroadcast)

Published: March 26, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 41 seconds

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78: Doula (Rebroadcast)

Published: March 19, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 53 seconds

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Q&A: I’m so scared about giving birth!

Published: March 15, 2017, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 23 seconds

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77: Gestational Diabetes Testing (Glucose Challenge Screening & Glucose Tolerance Test)

Published: March 12, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 53 seconds

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Q&A: Retained Placenta

Published: March 8, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 33 seconds

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76: Common Pregnancy, Birth, & Breastfeeding Myths

Published: March 5, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 5 seconds

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Q&A Heart Shaped Uterus (Bicornuate Uterus)

Published: March 1, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 28 seconds

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75: Eating Meat During Pregnancy

Published: Feb. 26, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 2 seconds

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Q&A: Choroid Plexus Cysts

Published: Feb. 22, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 5 seconds

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74: Omega 3 and Fish Oil Supplements During Pregnancy

Published: Feb. 19, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 19 seconds

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Q&A: Fetal Growth Percentiles

Published: Feb. 15, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 26 seconds

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73: Eating Fish During Pregnancy

Published: Feb. 12, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 48 seconds

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Q&A: Perineal Massage

Published: Feb. 8, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 50 seconds

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72: Communicating With Your Doctor or Midwife - Featuring Dr. Stu, MD OB/GYN

Published: Feb. 5, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 58 minutes 11 seconds

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Q&A: Prescription vs. Over the Counter Prenatal Vitamins

Published: Feb. 1, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 23 seconds

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71: The Third Trimester (Updated)

Published: Jan. 29, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 45 seconds

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Q&A: Umcka (Homeopathic Remedy for Cold & Flu)

Published: Jan. 25, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 2 seconds

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70: The Second Trimester (Updated)

Published: Jan. 22, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 48 seconds

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Q&A: Itchy Palms & Obstetric Cholestasis

Published: Jan. 18, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 53 seconds

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69: The First Trimester (Updated)

Published: Jan. 15, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 9 seconds

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Q&A: Ultrasound Accuracy

Published: Jan. 11, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 38 seconds

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68: I’m Pregnant. Now What? (Updated)

Published: Jan. 8, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 43 seconds

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Q&A: Aspirin During Pregnancy

Published: Jan. 4, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 7 seconds

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67: Vaccines 0-24 Months, Individual Vaccines

Published: Jan. 1, 2017, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 32 minutes 59 seconds

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Q&A: Stuffy Nose & Pregnancy Rhinitis

Published: Dec. 21, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 52 seconds

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66: Vaccines 0-24 Months, an Overview

Published: Dec. 18, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 27 minutes 43 seconds

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Q&A: Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (Pelvic Girdle Pain)

Published: Dec. 14, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 12 seconds

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65: Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy

Published: Dec. 11, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 31 minutes 25 seconds

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Q&A: Homeopathy & Arnica Montana

Published: Dec. 7, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes

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64: Tdap Vaccine

Published: Dec. 4, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 17 seconds

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Q&A: Protein During Pregnancy (Soy & Protein Powder)

Published: Nov. 30, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 43 seconds

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63: Get a Head Start on Parenting

Published: Nov. 27, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 30 seconds

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Q&A: Is a Home Doppler Safe?

Published: Nov. 23, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 44 seconds

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62: Vaginal Exams

Published: Nov. 20, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 49 seconds

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Q&A: Anterior Placenta

Published: Nov. 16, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 30 seconds

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61: Vitamin D

Published: Nov. 13, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 48 seconds

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Q&A: Finding a Lump in Your Breast During Pregnancy

Published: Nov. 9, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 56 seconds

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60: Health Insurance

Published: Nov. 6, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 27 seconds

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Q&A: Nuchal Hand & Compound Presentations

Published: Nov. 2, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 minutes 8 seconds

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59: Circumcision

Published: Oct. 30, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 2 seconds

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Q&A: Do I really need a written birth plan?

Published: Oct. 26, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 5 minutes 45 seconds

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58: Skin to Skin Contact

Published: Oct. 23, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 57 seconds

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Q&A: Postpartum Healing Pads (Padsicles)

Published: Oct. 19, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 55 seconds

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57: Choosing a Pediatrician

Published: Oct. 16, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 20 seconds

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Q&A: Cabbage Leaves

Published: Oct. 12, 2016, 4:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 27 seconds

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56: Pregnancy Dental Care

Published: Oct. 9, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 40 seconds

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Q&A: Sushi

Published: Oct. 5, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 18 seconds

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55: Second Time Mom

Published: Oct. 2, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 12 seconds

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Q&A: Fentanyl

Published: Sept. 28, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 35 seconds

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54: Zika

Published: Sept. 25, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 26 seconds

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Q&A: Prenatal Yoga

Published: Sept. 21, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 9 minutes 12 seconds

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53: Traveling While Pregnant

Published: Sept. 18, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 13 seconds

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Q&A: Pregnancy & Hair Dye

Published: Sept. 14, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 12 minutes 12 seconds

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52: Breech Baby & External Cephalic Version

Published: Sept. 11, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 55 seconds

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Q&A: Stress from Family

Published: Sept. 7, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 8 minutes 57 seconds

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51: Caffeine and Pregnancy

Published: Sept. 4, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 19 minutes 24 seconds

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Q&A: Folate and Folic Acid

Published: Aug. 31, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 12 minutes 35 seconds

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50: Alcohol and Pregnancy

Published: Aug. 28, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 6 seconds

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Q&A: Pudendal Nerve Block

Published: Aug. 24, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 2 seconds

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49: Your Birth Plan

Published: Aug. 21, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 30 seconds

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Q&A: Choosing the Right Crib

Published: Aug. 17, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 3 minutes 40 seconds

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48: Third Stage of Labor

Published: Aug. 14, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 17 seconds

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Q&A: Evening Primrose Oil

Published: Aug. 10, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 4 minutes 15 seconds

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47: Vitamin K & Erythromycin

Published: Aug. 7, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 12 minutes 14 seconds

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Q&A: Induction

Published: Aug. 3, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 38 seconds

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46: Natural Hospital Birth

Published: July 31, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 53 seconds

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45: Water Birth

Published: July 24, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 10 seconds

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Q&A: Working Out After Baby & Milk Production

Published: July 20, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 7 minutes 19 seconds

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44: Birth Center

Published: July 17, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 15 minutes 23 seconds

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Q&A: Placenta Previa

Published: July 13, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 34 seconds

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43: Group B Strep

Published: July 10, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 32 seconds

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Q&A: VBAC

Published: July 6, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 5 minutes 11 seconds

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42: Home Birth

Published: July 3, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 21 seconds

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Q&A: Single Umbilical Artery

Published: June 29, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 35 seconds

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41: Labor Room Environment

Published: June 26, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 6 seconds

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Q&A: Glucose Challenge Screening

Published: June 22, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 4 minutes 14 seconds

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40: Natural Birth

Published: June 19, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 21 minutes 4 seconds

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Q&A C-section Suture Methods

Published: June 15, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 5 minutes 38 seconds

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39: Cesarean Section

Published: June 12, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 30 minutes 28 seconds

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38: Epidural

Published: June 5, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 43 seconds

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37: Hospital Birth

Published: May 29, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 25 minutes 16 seconds

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36: Labor Positions

Published: May 22, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 26 minutes 24 seconds

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35: Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Published: May 15, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 48 seconds

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34: Midwife or OBGYN?

Published: May 8, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 32 seconds

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33: Infant Formula

Published: May 1, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 4 seconds

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31: Pumping Breastmilk, Building a Stash & Pumping at Work

Published: April 17, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 34 seconds

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30: Pumping Breast Milk

Published: April 10, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 28 minutes 41 seconds

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29: Preparing for Breastfeeding

Published: April 3, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 37 minutes 18 seconds

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28: Placenta Encapsulation

Published: March 27, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes 20 seconds

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27: Cord Blood Banking

Published: March 20, 2016, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 19 seconds

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26: Delayed Cord Clamping

Published: March 13, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 41 seconds

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25: Maternity Clothes

Published: March 6, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 15 seconds

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24: What to Pack in Your Birth Center or Hospital Bag

Published: Feb. 28, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 37 seconds

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23: Doula

Published: Feb. 21, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 48 seconds

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22: Episiotomy

Published: Feb. 14, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 24 minutes 41 seconds

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21: Inducing Labor Naturally

Published: Feb. 7, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 21 seconds

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20: Induction

Published: Jan. 31, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 48 seconds

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19: Hypnobirthing with Suzy Ashworth of The Calm Birth School

Published: Jan. 24, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 29 minutes 58 seconds

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18: Braxton Hicks Contractions

Published: Jan. 17, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 12 minutes 6 seconds

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17: Ultrasounds

Published: Jan. 10, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 15 seconds

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16: Invasive Prenatal Tests

Published: Jan. 3, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 22 seconds

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15: Noninvasive Prenatal Tests

Published: Dec. 27, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 44 seconds

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14: Postpartum Depression

Published: Dec. 20, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 20 seconds

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13: Dad, Everything You Need to Know

Published: Dec. 13, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 51 seconds

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12: Bringing Baby Home, Troubleshooting

Published: Dec. 6, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 20 minutes 3 seconds

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11: Bringing Baby Home, The First Few Days

Published: Nov. 29, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 17 minutes 54 seconds

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10: Breastfeeding

Published: Nov. 22, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 23 seconds

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9: Birth

Published: Nov. 15, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 23 minutes

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8: Interventions

Published: Nov. 8, 2015, 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 22 minutes 49 seconds

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7: Preparing for Baby

Published: Nov. 1, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 16 minutes 47 seconds

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6: Birth Classes

Published: Oct. 25, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 23 seconds

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5: The Third Trimester

Published: Oct. 18, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 11 minutes 2 seconds

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4: The Second Trimester

Published: Oct. 11, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 38 seconds

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3: The First Trimester

Published: Oct. 4, 2015, 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 14 minutes 15 seconds

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2: Prenatal Care

Published: Sept. 26, 2015, 10:15 p.m.
Duration: 18 minutes 25 seconds

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1: I'm Pregnant. Now what?

Published: Sept. 26, 2015, 9:41 p.m.
Duration: 13 minutes 14 seconds

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Introduction to the Pregnancy Podcast

Published: Sept. 26, 2015, 6:24 p.m.
Duration: 5 minutes 58 seconds

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0: Introduction to the Pregnancy Podcast

Published: Sept. 26, 2015, 6:24 p.m.
Duration: 6 minutes 47 seconds

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