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OMG - Did My Water Just Break? Now What? | 154
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Hey, beautiful mamas! Ever found yourself wondering, “Did my water just break… or is this pee? Wait, maybe it’s something else?!”
Don’t worry, Trish has your back in this episode! Here’s what she’s breaking down for you:
⭐ How to figure out if it’s *really* your water breaking
⭐ Sorting out the difference between amniotic fluid, pee, or vaginal discharge like the labor pro you’re becoming
⭐ The must-know signs to watch for and what to do next
⭐ When it’s time to grab that hospital bag and roll out
⭐ Tips to keep your labor moving forward once that water breaks (you’ve got this!)
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Trish covers the C.O.A.T. method (color, odor, amount, time)—to help you feel confident about what’s happening down there. She’s also dishing out practical steps to take once your water breaks (and a few “please don’t do that” warnings) so you can stay calm and in control.
Tune into this episode to feel ready for that wild, wonderful moment when your water breaks.
01:27 Understanding Your Water Breaking
01:41 Is It Really Your Water?
03:45 What to Do When Your Water Breaks
05:17 When to Head to the Hospital
07:18 Contraction Rules and High-Risk Situations
08:55 Listening to Your Intuition
09:39 Final Tips and Birth Plan Importance
Resources:
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