Best Rn Labor Nurse Podcasts (2025)

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Pregnancy Fitness 101: Myths, Truths, and Staying Active with Nicole Scheitlin | 191 28:08

4d ago28:08

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Hey mama! This is a must-listen if you've ever looked in the mirror during pregnancy or postpartum and thought, 'I don't look like me anymore.' Whether you're navigating swollen ankles, unpredictable energy, or the mental load that comes with pregnancy, this conversation is your reminder that you don't have to sacrifice strength, identity, or confi…

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124: On the Road to Rural Care 27:13

5d ago27:13

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Providing access to consistent, quality care in sparsely populated or hard-to-reach places is no easy feat. It involves addressing issues including infrastructure, workforce, funding, and proximity, not to mention tackling problems from hospital closures to the shrinking provider workforce.  In this episode, we’re taking a road trip across the vast…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Week 33: What to Expect & Third Trimester Tips | 190 25:30

6d ago25:30

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Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked! In this week's episode, we celebrate crossing 32 weeks - a major milestone. Dive deep into what's happening in Week 33 as Trish unpacks your little one's brain development, increasing weight and length, and the importance of surfactant for lung maturation. Learn how to support your partner with practical and emot…

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Membrane Sweeps - What You Need to Know and How to Handle Them | 189 11:10

11d ago11:10

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Trish dives into the topic of membrane sweeps. She breaks down everything you need to know about this optional procedure to help you make informed decisions for your birth. Trish explains what a membrane sweep is (also known as a stretch and sweep), how it works, tips to make it more comfortable, and why it might be considered to encourage labor na…

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Insight 7: A Civil Society Starts in the Care Environment 6:13

12d ago6:13

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In this SEE YOU NOW Insight from Episode 96: Addressing Moral Distress Across the Healthcare Workforce, Nurse Executive Consultant and former UC Health CNE Kathy Howell, MBA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, takes us beyond the headlines of nursing shortages and toward the deeper causes of workforce distress: unsafe workplaces, moral injury, and a fractured social…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 31–32: Baby Growth, Body Changes + What to Prepare Next | 188 12:40

13d ago12:40

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Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, your go-to labor nurse and birth bestie. In this episode, we’re diving into weeks 31 and 32 - when things start feeling super real! We’ll cover your baby’s incredible growth, the changes you’re noticing in your body, and how to prep for the final stretch. From managing shortness of breath and…

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S9 E3 Inside the Newborn Mind: Tools for Teaching Parents How to Understand Their Babies 37:54

14d ago37:54

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Hillary helps us learn how newborns experience their brand-new world —and how we as educators and doulas can help families understand them in ways they may have never been taught. Rather than seeing babies as a blob to be shaped, we can recognize them as fully formed people with unique needs. Transitioning from an internal dark, warm, water-filled …

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Key Baby Development Milestones with Dr. Allison Mell | 187 34:23

18d ago34:23

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Ever wondered about the significance of your baby’s milestones, particularly crawling, or concerned about what to do if they're not meeting them? In today's episode, Trish sits down with Dr. Allison Mell, a pediatric physical therapist and founder of The TOT Spot, for a deep dive into why crawling is crucial for sensory and motor development. Learn…

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Insight 6: Better Conversations Build a Workforce That Can Thrive 6:53

20d ago6:53

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“What I fear is a lot of executives are chasing things that may not really help their workers or help their environment, because they haven't really had that two-way engagement about what healthcare workers need.” -Christopher Friese In this SEE YOU NOW Insight from Episode 65: Sending Out an S.O.S., national nursing workforce expert and healthcare…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 29–30: VBAC Birth Story, Baby Growth + Third Trimester Prep | 186 12:33

20d ago12:33

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Hey mamas, welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked! Today, Trish is unpacking weeks 29 to 30 of pregnancy. Exploring the changes happening to your baby and your body, tackle the mental challenges of the third trimester, and hear an astonishing VBAC birth story from one of our long-time students, Miss Sarah. Trish discusses everything from your baby's de…

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What No One Tells You About Newborn Vitamin K 58:39

23d ago58:39

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Send us a text Making informed decisions for your newborn can feel overwhelming—especially when advice around routine procedures like the vitamin K shot seems contradictory. As a labor nurse and mom, I created this episode to cut through the noise with evidence, empathy, and respect for your values. Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting, and al…

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Rewiring Your Birth Thoughts & Fears - You Are in Control | 185 10:02

25d ago10:02

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Today Trish is sharing her framework for rewiring birth thoughts and fears - because you are in control - sharing her framework for rewiring your thoughts for a positive birth experience. Birth is often filled with fear-based narratives, but it doesn’t have to be. Trish is breaking down the science of your thoughts and how it affects your birth. Jo…

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Insight 5: Honoring Loss, Holding Space, Healing Together 8:14

27d ago8:14

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Caring for others takes a toll, and healing from that toll requires intention. In this moment from Episode 5: Pause for a Moment, nurse Jonathan Bartels shares how he created The Pause, a 30-second ritual that offers space for reflection, connection, and care. By taking a moment together to honor a life lost, care teams can grieve, process, and beg…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 27-28: Hello Third Trimester | 184 20:18

27d ago20:18

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Hey, beautiful mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked. Trish is diving into the third trimester - weeks 26-28. Get ready for real talk about what’s happening with your body, your baby, and how to get prepared now. Plus, some powerful affirmations to keep you grounded. Grab your raspberry leaf tea, and let’s unpack it! What’s Inside: Baby Update: …

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From Teen Mom to Revolutionizing Lactation Care: Amber Ginn’s Inspiring Story | 183 34:22

1M ago34:22

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Trish sits down with the incredible Amber Ginn, an IBCLC and one of her beloved Catalyst Queen Mastermind clients. Amber shares her raw and powerful story of having her son at 15 and how this experience, and the support of one person, sparked her career in lactation. Amber’s journey from becoming teen mom to breastfeeding expert is a testament to t…

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Insight 4: Healing Through Harmony 5:45

1M ago5:45

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Creating art isn’t just a pastime, it’s a powerful path to healing. During the pandemic, nurses from across Northwell Health formed a choir, and in singing together, found connection, mentorship, and renewal. In harmony, they discovered strength, joy, and a deeper way to care for each other and their patients. Episode 70: Northwell Health Nurse Cho…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 24-26: 2nd Trimester Myths, Glucose Test, and Baby Growth | 182 29:48

1M ago29:48

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Hey Mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked for weeks 24-26 of your pregnancy journey. This episode is all about busting 2nd trimester myths, diving into what’s happening with your body and baby, and empowering you with the facts to trust yourself. Let’s unpack the real stuff. What’s Happening with Baby Size Check: Your little one is about the siz…

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Embracing the Unexpected: Alex Wachelka's Third Birth Journey 47:36

1M ago47:36

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Send us a text When Alex Wachelka predicted her third baby would arrive on December 15th—despite professionals insisting otherwise—her intuition was right. But the path to that moment wasn’t easy. After two very different births—one at a birth center and one rapid home birth—Alex expected another fast delivery. Instead, she faced twelve hours of an…

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Traveling While Pregnant - What to Know Before You Go | 181 22:05

1M ago22:05

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Trish gets into all things travel during pregnancy - whether you’re dreaming of a babymoon, heading out for work, or visiting family. Traveling while pregnant is a whole different ballgame, but don’t worry, Trish has got you covered with safety tips, airline and cruise policies, packing must-haves, and hacks to keep nausea and exhaustion at bay. Le…

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123: Safer Together | The Architecture of a Movement 53:47

1M ago53:47

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Despite decades of effort and innovation since the groundbreaking To Err is Human report over 25 years ago, preventable harm in healthcare persists, and violence against healthcare workers continues to rise. With record understaffing, burnout, mandatory overtime, and mounting documentation demands, the pressure to provide safe care has never been h…

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Insight 3: The Power of Love in Patient Safety 7:15

1M ago7:15

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Healthcare safety begins with culture, and culture starts at the top. Nurse Julie Kennedy Oehlert speaks to how transforming healthcare systems requires redefining culture through empathy, love, and relationship-building, not mandates or fear. Prioritizing workforce well-being is essential to delivering safe, trusted, and patient-centered care. Dis…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 22-24: The Juggle Is Real | 180 13:28

1M ago13:28

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Hey Mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, your pregnancy bestie. We’re diving into weeks 22-24, where your baby’s hitting papaya size and your bump’s stealing the show! Trish breaks down baby’s big developments, your body’s changes, and the emotional weight of this in-between season. You’re carrying a lot, but you’re not alone - let’…

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VBAC Myths and Realities: Insightful Tips with Meagan Heaton | 179 37:32

2M ago37:32

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Trish is joined by Megan Heaton from The VBAC Link to discuss the common misconceptions, roadblocks and interventions that women face when attempting a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). They discuss ridiculous claims made by providers, heard straight from their own communities of mothers, such as the ‘impossibility’ of going into labor naturally…

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Insight 2: Safer by Design: Nurses at the Helm of AI in Healthcare 4:50

2M ago4:50

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As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in healthcare, safety hinges on who shapes these tools. Nurses must be involved at every stage of AI development, from design through deployment. Their clinical expertise, real-time supervision, and ongoing testing are essential to ensuring AI systems are not only intelligent but also safe, p…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 20-22: Halfway There, But Still In It | 178 14:06

2M ago14:06

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Hey Mama! Welcome to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, Labor Nurse Mama. In this episode, we’re diving into weeks 20-22 of pregnancy - the halfway mark! We’re unpacking what’s happening with your baby, your body, and those emotional shifts no one warns you about. From belly pops to Braxton Hicks, Trish is here to guide you through it all with real tal…

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Building Your Birth Dream Team: Finding the Right Doula 24:35

2M ago24:35

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Send us a text Navigating the search for your perfect birth doula can feel overwhelming. How do you find someone who aligns with your vision, fits your budget, and helps you feel secure during one of life’s most vulnerable moments? Drawing from over a decade of obstetric nursing experience, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about findin…

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What No One Tells You About the Third Trimester (But You’re Definitely Googling) 18:16

2M ago18:16

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Trish gets into the unfiltered, totally normal chaos of the third trimester of pregnancy. She’s breaking down the weird symptoms, emotional rollercoasters, and practical prep tips to help you feel empowered as you approach the finish line of pregnancy. From lightning crotch to unexpected leaks, Trish normalizes the wild changes your body might be t…

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Insight 1: Protecting Nurse’s Wellbeing 6:41

2M ago6:41

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Protecting nurses’ mental health isn’t optional; it’s essential. There are proven, evidence-based strategies that can make a real difference, from integrating resiliency training into nursing education to implementing anonymous mental health screening programs. And often, it’s the small actions, a pause, a check-in, even a simple email, that can tr…

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Introducing | SEE YOU NOW: INSIGHTS 2:35

2M ago2:35

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We’re thrilled to launch a brand-new series from SEE YOU NOW: INSIGHTS. Now available in your feed! Each week, we’re bringing you short, powerful moments from our archive of conversations with nurses and nurse allies. People who are reimagining and reshaping healthcare every day. These bite-sized episodes feature sparks of innovation, bold ideas, b…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 18-20: Anatomy Scan & The Truth About Bonding | 176 14:41

2M ago14:41

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Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with your birth bestie, Trish. If you’re in weeks 18 to 20 of your pregnancy, this one’s for you! We’re diving into the magic (and realness) of this stage, the big anatomy scan, and the emotional rollercoaster of bonding. Trish is here with her no-sugarcoating, cheerleader vibe to unpack what’s happening…

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Coming Soon NEW Powerful Stories of Nurses Leading Healthcare Transformation 1:56

2M ago1:56

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We’re back with new stories, new voices, and a renewed commitment to spotlighting nurse-led innovation. As SEE YOU NOW celebrates 5 years of sharing the bold ideas and groundbreaking work of nurses, we’re looking ahead to the next chapter and amplifying the ways nurses are leading transformative change in healthcare. In upcoming episodes, we’ll exp…

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In Control of Birth: LeeAnn’s Calm, Confident First-Time Birth Experience | 175 26:34

2M ago26:34

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Trish welcomes her sweet birth student, LeeAnn, a first-time mom and a student of the 'Calm Labor Confident Birth' course. LeeAnn shares her breathtaking birth story, which started with a surprise in triage and ended with the unmedicated birth she always dreamed of. She walked us through her mindset shifts during pregnancy, the tools from the cours…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 16-18: Baby Bumps, Tests, & Trusting Yourself | 174 13:41

2M ago13:41

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Hey Mama, welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked! Trish is taking you through the transformative journey of pregnancy weeks 16-18. Your baby is growing, now about the size of an avocado or a dill pickle, with developing lashes, eyebrows, and fingernails. Trish discusses common tests such as the quad screen, and what to expect during your ultrasound sca…

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S9 E2 Gentle Sleep Support with Sierra Brooks 45:15

2M ago45:15

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Join us as we explore gentle sleep support—for both parents and babies—with Sierra Brooks, CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula, Gentle Sleep Coach, and Certified Lactation Counselor. In this episode, Sierra shares insights into how helping parents understand the biological needs of their babies, and how to accommodate those needs while getting enough …

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Making a Birth Plan? Here’s What You’re Probably Missing 35:16

2M ago35:16

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Send us a text The birth plan has become a staple of pregnancy preparation, but most expectant parents are approaching it all wrong. What began as a revolutionary tool for restoring autonomy during the natural birth movement of the 1960s has too often devolved into a rigid checklist that sets birthing people up for disappointment and even trauma. I…

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8 Things Your Partner Should Do in the First Trimester (That Actually Matter) | 173 11:35

2M ago11:35

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Hey mama and partners! Tune in to this empowering episode where we get into how partners can genuinely shape the pregnancy journey right from the first trimester. 8 essential things your partner should do in the first trimester, that actually matter: 1. Learn about her hormones 2. Plan the birth with her 3. Protect her energy 4. Track in the pregna…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 14-16: Building Your Birth Team & Trusting Your Gut | 172 12:34

2M ago12:34

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Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked, where Trish is guiding you through the transformative weeks of 14 to 16 of pregnancy. Learn how to build a supportive birth team, why trusting your gut is crucial, and the significant physical and emotional changes happening right now. This is where you stop hoping, and start preparing. Your action step…

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One Way or a Mother Episode 1: A New Podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC 31:20

2M ago31:20

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Send us a text One Way or a Mother is a new narrative podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC, host of The Informed Pregnancy Podcast. Each season is an intimate story of one woman, one pregnancy, and all of the preparations, emotions, and personal history leading up to the birth. Episodes feature the expectant mother along with her family, doctors, and…

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Postpartum Recovery: Nourishing & Honoring Your Body with Shelby Payne | 171 33:19

2M ago33:19

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Head to https://betterhelp.com/labornursemama to save 10% on your first month. Trish welcomes Shelby Payne, a preventative postpartum recovery coach and founder of Intentionally Postpartum, to explore a transformative approach to postpartum recovery. Shelby's methods go beyond traditional checklists, focusin…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 12-14: Hello Second Trimester, Now What? | 170 15:43

3M ago15:43

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Congratulations on entering the second trimester! In this episode of Pregnancy Unpacked, Trish guides you through weeks 12-14 of pregnancy — the beginning of your second trimester! You'll learn about: Your baby's growth from weeks 12 to 14. What's happening in your body. What to expect at your prenatal visits. Tips on managing symptoms like constip…

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Scary Thoughts After Birth: Here’s the Truth About PPD and Intrusive Thoughts | 169 16:29

3M ago16:29

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Head to https://betterhelp.com/labornursemama to save 10% on your first month. Today’s episode is one that every mom should listen to before having a baby. Trish is talking about something so many moms experience after birth, and that is scary, intrusive thoughts and postpartum depression. Intrusive thought…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 10-12: The End of the First Trimester | 168 7:50

3M ago7:50

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Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked. In this episode, Trish gets into weeks 10 to 12 of pregnancy - the end of the first trimester! She’s unpacking what's happening in your body, from peak nausea to mood swings, and discusses the emotional rollercoaster you might be experiencing. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave …

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Reimagining Postpartum Care: The 100 Weeks Project with Dr. Venice Haynes 39:02

3M ago39:02

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Send us a text "Congratulations, you're both alive." This shockingly low bar for maternal healthcare success reveals everything wrong with how America treats new mothers. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Venice Haynes, Senior Director of Research and Community Engagement at United States of Care, shares the urgent mission behind the groundbrea…

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Overcoming Mental Health Challenges in Motherhood with Danielle Sherman-Lazar | 167 27:57

3M ago27:57

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Head to https://betterhelp.com/labornursemama to save 10% on your first month. Trish is joined by Danielle Sherman-Lazar, creator of Living Full and author of Mothers Are Made. Danielle shares her journey from battling eating disorders to becoming a mental health advocate and mother of four. She discusses th…

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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 8-10: Your First Prenatal Appointment and Early Pregnancy Tips | 166 15:03

3M ago15:03

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Welcome to this week's episode of Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, RN, who is unpacking weeks 8 to 10 of pregnancy. You've got hormones flying, symptoms ramping up, and maybe even your very first prenatal appointment on the calendar. Trish is going to walk you through exactly what to expect at that appointment, what to ask, and what's normal to feel…

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S9 E1 Preparing for Low-Intervention Birth with Sarah, the “Labor Junkie RN” 1:03:49

3M ago1:03:49

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Sarah —better known as the “Labor Junkie RN”— is a practicing high-risk labor nurse, social media influencer, and mom of three. You may have seen her on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook sharing evidence-based insights on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She often ends reels with “For more information on pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum, give m…

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Second Trimester Pregnancy Testing | 165 10:03

3M ago10:03

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Hey mama! In this short and sweet episode Trish breaks down everything you need to know about second trimester pregnancy testing. Get ready to feel educated, empowered, and like the queen you are as you navigate your pregnancy with confidence. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave a review and include your Instagram username f…

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Pregnancy Unpacked: Weeks 6-8: You, Baby, & Pregnancy Hormones | 164 12:46

3M ago12:46

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Welcome to the second episode of Pregnancy Unpacked. I'm Trish, your birth bestie, and I'll be guiding you through every stage of pregnancy. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle! In this episode, we focus on the critical, yet often surprising,…

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When Nurses Become Magicians: Getting Babies Unstuck with Marya Eddaifi 1:25:56

3M ago1:25:56

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Send us a text From personal birth trauma to revolutionary solutions for laboring mothers—this conversation with Marya Eddaifi reveals how innovative manual techniques are changing birth outcomes worldwide. Marya's journey begins with her own disappointing cesarean birth in 1995, a catalyst that eventually led her to become a labor and delivery nur…

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Redefining C-Sections: Embrace Your Cesarean Birth Story | 163 38:28

3M ago38:28

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Today we're getting real about C-sections, not as a worst case scenario, but as a valid, powerful, and yes—a beautiful way to bring your baby into the world. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cms Leave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle! Trish is sitting down with two incredible wome…

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