Pregnancy Podcast
By Vanessa Merten
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Episodes: 124
RinaDearing
Jul 11, 2018
This podcast isn't about stories or experiences. It's about facts and research, which is extremely refreshing and balances out all the emotion-driven pregnancy podcasts out there. Seriously, this one is a must.
Description
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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Understanding Ultrasound During Pregnancy: Safety, Accuracy, and Your Options
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Mar 29, 2026 |
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Navigating Morning Sickness During Pregnancy
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Mar 22, 2026 |
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Vaginal Tears During Birth: Prevention, Healing, and What to Expect
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Mar 15, 2026 |
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Body Image During Pregnancy and After Birth
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Mar 08, 2026 |
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The Science Behind Eating Dates to Prepare for Labor
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Feb 22, 2026 |
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What Every New Mom Should Know About Postpartum Mood Changes
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Feb 15, 2026 |
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Lifting Weights and Strength Training During Pregnancy
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Feb 08, 2026 |
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Prenatal Yoga: Benefits, Safety Research, and Pose Modifications
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Feb 01, 2026 |
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Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)
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Jan 25, 2026 |
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What the Evidence Says About Exercise During Pregnancy
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Jan 18, 2026 |
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Making Sense of Food Cravings and Aversions During Pregnancy
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Jan 11, 2026 |
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What You Need to Know About Recent Vaccine Schedule Changes
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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How Accurate is Your Due Date?
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Jan 04, 2026 |
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A Practical Guide to Creating Your Birth Plan
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Dec 21, 2025 |
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Going into Birth with Confidence
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Dec 14, 2025 |
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Q&A: Worried About Pooping During Labor?
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Getting Sick During Pregnancy and Finding Safe Relief
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Dec 07, 2025 |
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The Science of Gratitude in Pregnancy
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Nov 27, 2025 |
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Supporting and Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
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Nov 23, 2025 |
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Hypertension and the Hidden Risk Beyond Your Blood Pressure Checks
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Nov 16, 2025 |
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Q&A: Common Questions About Prenatal Vitamins
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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The Research on Stress During Pregnancy and How to Manage It
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Nov 09, 2025 |
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Q&A: Why Do Birthmarks Happen?
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Focusing on What Matters Most in Pregnancy
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Nov 02, 2025 |
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Q&A: Should Your Baby Get the Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth?
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Understanding Your Options for Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
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Oct 26, 2025 |
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Q&A: The Science (and Myths) of the Line on Your Belly
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Are Vaginal Exams Really Necessary? What the Evidence Says
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Oct 19, 2025 |
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Q&A: More Questions About Tylenol (Acetaminophen) in Pregnancy
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Flu Vaccine in Pregnancy: Evidence-Based Risks and Benefits
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Oct 12, 2025 |
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The Safety of Tylenol (Acetaminophen) and Other OTC Medications During Pregnancy
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Oct 05, 2025 |
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Non-Medical Pain Management Options for Labor
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Sep 28, 2025 |
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Q&A: Tips for When Prenatal Appointments Feel Rushed
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Medical Pain Management Options for Labor
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Sep 21, 2025 |
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Understanding Natural Birth and How to Prepare for an Unmedicated Birth
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Sep 14, 2025 |
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Q&A: Is It Safe to Get a Manicure or Pedicure While Pregnant?
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Reframe Your Perspective on Labor Pain
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Sep 07, 2025 |
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Q&A: What the Evidence Reveals About Pregnancy Dreams
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Understanding Your Options and Choosing the Right Formula
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Aug 31, 2025 |
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Q&A: Noise Exposure in Pregnancy and Concert Safety
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Complete Guide to Bottle Feeding
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Aug 24, 2025 |
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Q&A: Do Pregnancy Seat Belt Adjusters Improve Safety?
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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Success Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash
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Aug 17, 2025 |
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Q&A: The Essentials for Improving Fertility
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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Troubleshooting Common Breastfeeding Issues
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Aug 10, 2025 |
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Q&A: When Is the Right Time to Get Pregnant?
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Mastering the Basics of Breastfeeding
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Aug 03, 2025 |
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Q&A: Do You Really Need to Stop Using Retinol During Pregnancy?
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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The Complete Guide to Packing Your Birth Bag
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Jul 27, 2025 |
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Heat Exposure During Pregnancy, What's Safe and What to Avoid
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Jul 20, 2025 |
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Q&A: What to Know Before Buying a Home Doppler to Hear Your Baby's Heartbeat
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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Your Guide to Traveling While Pregnant
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Jul 13, 2025 |
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Q&A: Should We Find Out the Sex of Our Baby?
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Labor Signs and the Start of Labor
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Jun 22, 2025 |
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Q&A: Deciding When to Share Your Pregnancy at Work
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Jun 18, 2025 |
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Pregnancy Crash Course for Dads and Partners
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Jun 15, 2025 |
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Q&A: How to Deal with a Stuffy Nose During Pregnancy
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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A Simple Framework for Any Pregnancy or Birth Decision
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Jun 08, 2025 |
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Q&A: Is a Birth Plan Really Necessary?
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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Fourth Trimester: How to Plan Ahead
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Jun 01, 2025 |
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The CDC Changes Its Stance on the COVID-19 Vaccine
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May 28, 2025 |
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Fourth Trimester: What to Expect
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May 25, 2025 |
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Q&A: Are You Getting Enough DHA in Pregnancy?
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May 21, 2025 |
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Third Trimester Overview: Preparing for Birth and the Final Stretch
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May 18, 2025 |
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Q&A: How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health
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May 14, 2025 |
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Second Trimester Overview: From Baby Kicks to Body Changes
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May 11, 2025 |
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Q&A: Navigating Unwanted Advice, Opinions, and Input
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May 07, 2025 |
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First Trimester Overview: Adjusting to Pregnancy and Early Changes
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May 04, 2025 |
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Q&A: Managing Your Fear of Labor Pain
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Pregnancy Basics: What to Know from the Start
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Apr 27, 2025 |
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Q&A: Managing Anxiety in the First Trimester and Beyond
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Drinks to Be Mindful of During Pregnancy
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Apr 20, 2025 |
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Q&A: Hair Removal in Pregnancy and Before Birth
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Food Safety During Pregnancy, Beyond the Do Not Eat List
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Apr 13, 2025 |
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Q&A: How to Manage Fatigue During Pregnancy
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Probiotics and Gut Health During Pregnancy
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Apr 06, 2025 |
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Baby Name
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Mar 09, 2025 |
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Happy Mother's Day
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May 12, 2024 |
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Choosing (or Changing) Your Doctor or Midwife
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May 05, 2024 |
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Pros and Cons of Erythromycin Eye Ointment for Your Newborn
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Apr 21, 2024 |
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Options To Make a Cesarean More Mom- And Baby-Friendly
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Apr 07, 2024 |
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What to Expect in a Cesarean Birth
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Mar 31, 2024 |
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Optimal Labor Positions for a Shorter and Easier Birth
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Mar 24, 2024 |
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Your Options for the Third Stage of Labor
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Mar 17, 2024 |
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Can Eating Dates Naturally Induce Labor and Shorten Duration?
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Mar 10, 2024 |
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Prenatal Yoga, Recommendations and What to Avoid
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Mar 03, 2024 |
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Strength Training and Lifting Weights During Pregnancy
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Feb 25, 2024 |
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Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)
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Feb 18, 2024 |
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Fourth Trimester Planning Ahead
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Feb 04, 2024 |
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Fourth Trimester What to Expect
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Jan 28, 2024 |
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Third Trimester Overview
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Jan 21, 2024 |
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Second Trimester Overview
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Jan 14, 2024 |
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First Trimester Overview
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Jan 07, 2024 |
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Getting Sick During Pregnancy (Colds, Flu, and COVID-19)
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Dec 24, 2023 |
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Preventing and Treating Fevers During Pregnancy
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Dec 17, 2023 |
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Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
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Dec 10, 2023 |
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Supporting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
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Dec 03, 2023 |
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Crafting a Positive Body Image During Pregnancy and Motherhood
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Nov 26, 2023 |
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Placenta Encapsulation: The Evidence on the Risks and Benefits
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Nov 19, 2023 |
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Troubleshooting Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and as a New Parent
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Nov 12, 2023 |
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Evidence-Based Tips to Improve Your Sleep
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Nov 05, 2023 |
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Pain Management Options for Labor
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Oct 22, 2023 |
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Birth Interventions Overview
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Oct 15, 2023 |
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Hydration and Drinking Water
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Oct 08, 2023 |
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Understanding Your Care Team from Pregnancy to Postpartum
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Oct 01, 2023 |
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Your Guide to Prenatal Testing
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Sep 24, 2023 |
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Guide to Pregnancy Safe Skin Care
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Sep 17, 2023 |
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Do You Really Need a Doula?
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Sep 10, 2023 |
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Getting Your Dog Ready for Your New Baby
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Sep 03, 2023 |
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Guide to Bottle Feeding and Infant Formula
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Aug 27, 2023 |
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Success Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash
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Aug 20, 2023 |
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Troubleshooting Common Breastfeeding Issues
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Aug 13, 2023 |
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Mastering the Basics of Breastfeeding
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Aug 06, 2023 |
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Five Essential Questions to Navigate Procedures & Interventions
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Jul 23, 2023 |
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Navigate Your Prenatal Care with Confidence
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Jul 16, 2023 |
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Ensuring Optimal Vitamin D Levels for You and Your Baby
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Jul 09, 2023 |
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Benefits of Water During Pregnancy (Pools, Hot Tubs, Baths, and Float Tanks)
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Jul 02, 2023 |
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Labor Signs and the Start of Labor
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Jun 25, 2023 |
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Pregnancy Crash Course for Dads and Partners
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Jun 18, 2023 |
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Nutrition and the Evidence on Popular Diets During Pregnancy
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Jun 11, 2023 |
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Protecting Your Mental Health (Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression)
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Jun 04, 2023 |
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Guide to Sun Exposure and Tanning During Pregnancy
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May 28, 2023 |
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Stress and Anxiety During Pregnancy
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May 21, 2023 |
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Introduction to the Pregnancy Podcast
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Sep 26, 2015 |