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The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama

How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped mamas

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29:07

Vaginal Tearing Doesn't Have to Be Scary: How Your...

The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama ·

2026/10/02

What if tearing isn't inevitable? There is so much more you can do than "hope for the best," and it starts with a part of your body nobody ever taught you about: your pelvic floor.My friend Sarah Almodovar is a mom of three, a prenatal yoga teacher, and a pelvic floor expert. She started by teaching yoga on a rooftop in NYC, and now she helps moms all over the world show up to birth prepared, confident, and far less afraid.We're talking about the thing you've all told me you're most scared of -

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12:08

Prodromal Labor: It's Labor That Keeps Starting and...

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2026/09/25

This episode is sponsored by HaakaaProdromal labor is one of the most frustrating things you can go through at the end of pregnancy, and hardly anyone prepares you for it. I'm walking you through what it is, what your body may be doing, how to tell it apart from active labor, and what to do when you're up night after night. You'll leave with a plan and a lot less panic.In This Episode:What prodromal labor is, and how it differs from Braxton HicksWhy it can be your body's rehearsal for the real

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30:29

Low Iron in Pregnancy: Why ‘Normal’ Labs Could Still...

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2026/09/18

This episode is sponsored by SnugghugHave you ever been told your iron levels are "fine" and still felt exhausted, anxious, and completely off during pregnancy? I'm sitting down with Samantha Chandler of Wellness & Womb, a women's wellness coach who has completely changed the way I think about iron, minerals, and what our blood work is actually - and isn't - telling us.Samantha's own journey started with a simple question during her second pregnancy: why were so many women around her low in

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10:00

10 Things I Wish I Knew in My First Trimester (From a...

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2026/09/11

Just found out you're pregnant and wondering "now what?" Trish is breaking down the first trimester essentials - the stuff nobody tells you until you're six weeks in and suddenly flattened by exhaustion. From what's really happening in your baby's development to the food rules, spotting fears, and when (or if) to tell people your news, this episode is the guide Trish wishes every mama had the moment she saw two pink lines.In this episode:Why folate (not folic acid) matters for your prenatal vitamin

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39:20

Baby Eczema, Allergies & Colic? It Might Start in the...

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2026/09/04

This Episode is Sponsored by SnugghugDid you know 80% of your immune system lives in your gut - and your baby gets theirs from you? Whether you had a vaginal birth or a C-section, breastfed or formula fed, this episode is going to change the way you think about your baby's health from day one.Trish sits down with Cheryl Hoy, CEO and founder of Tiny Health, the first at-home microbiome testing company for moms and babies. Cheryl's journey started with her own breech C-section birth and a mission to

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17:32

Pushing Positions: What Nobody Tells You Before...

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2026/08/28

You're 10 centimeters, and your nurse says "okay, let's push" - and without any discussion, you're guided into whatever position is easiest for everyone else in the room. Except it doesn't have to go that way. Trish is breaking down pushing positions, what the research actually says about each one, and exactly how to get the birth room to work with you - even if you have an epidural.Trish pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked parts of birth prep: how you push. She traces the

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34:57

She Prepared for a VBAC - Then Her Baby Flipped...

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2026/08/21

What would it feel like to go into labor fully prepared for your VBAC - and then have your baby flip breech in the middle of it? That's exactly what happened to Kathryn May, a VBAC Lab student and stay-at-home mom of two from Charlotte, NC.After a traumatic first birth that ended in an unplanned C-section, Kathryn was determined to do things differently the second time around. She switched to a VBAC-supportive practice, brought her husband fully into the process, and walked into labor informed and

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11:24

Birth Vibes vs. Birth Map - Is Jen Hamilton Right? | 269

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2026/08/14

Birth vibes are everywhere right now - and Jen Hamilton's book earned every bit of its #1 spot. But vibes alone won't get you through a decision in the delivery room. This week, Trish breaks down what Jen gets so right, and why you need both the vibes and the map. Jen Hamilton's Birth Vibes has taken over birth prep conversations everywhere, and moms keep asking Trish the same question: is it vibes over plans now? Trish's answer - Jen's right, but it's not the whole picture. In this episode, Trish

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37:27

Let's Talk Pelvic Health: Common, But Not Normal with...

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2026/08/07

I'm joined by Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, a pelvic physical therapist and owner of Legacy Physical Therapy in St. Louis. We’re diving into one of the most overlooked - but incredibly important - parts of your birth and postpartum journey: your pelvic floor.Dr. Brooke Kalisiak helps women prepare for birth, recover postpartum, and overcome pelvic health issues like pain and bladder leakage so they can feel strong and confident without relying on medications or surgery. She’s passionate about educating women

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19:46

GBS Positive - What It Actually Steals From You...

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2026/07/31

You got your GBS results back and they're positive - and suddenly it feels like your entire birth plan just got ripped out of your hands. Does this mean induction? Antibiotics no matter what? Is an unmedicated birth even still on the table?Before you spiral into a Google hole at midnight, Trish is here to set the record straight. As a 16-year high-risk L&D nurse who's been in the room with hundreds of GBS positive mamas, she's breaking down exactly what this diagnosis does - and doesn't - mean

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34:25

"Touched Out" & No Sex Drive After Baby? Here's...

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2026/07/24

If your sex life basically disappeared after baby, this one's for you, mama.You're touched out, running on fumes, and the LAST thing on your mind is sex - but your partner keeps bringing it up, and now you're stuck in this exhausting cycle of guilt, resentment, and disconnection. Sound familiar?This week I'm sitting down with Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy, a certified sex and couples therapist (and mama of two) who's spent 15 years helping couples navigate exactly this. We're getting real about why your

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20:02

The Epidural Episode: What Nobody Actually Explains...

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2026/07/17

You've probably already made a decision about your epidural. The problem? You made it before anyone walked you through what actually happens.In this episode, I'm breaking down the entire epidural process from the moment you say "I think I want it" to the moment we pull the catheter out after delivery - the timing, the placement, what it actually feels like, the side effects nobody mentions, and the questions I get asked most as a 16+ year L&D nurse. Whether you're planning to get one, planning

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47:16

Your Vaginal Discharge is INFORMATION You Need to...

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2026/07/10

Your discharge is not a problem to Google in a panic - it's one of the most powerful fertility signals your body produces. And yet, most of us were never taught that. In this episode, Trish sits down with Sabrina Nowicki, CEO of Cyclisity - the official charting app of the landmark book Taking Charge of Your Fertility - for a conversation about body literacy, fertility awareness, and why understanding your cycle might be the most empowering thing you do for your reproductive health.Sabrina brings an

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23:51

6 Ways to Prepare for An Unmedicated Birth | 263

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2026/07/03

In this insightful podcast episode we focus on preparing for an unmedicated birth.Emphasizing on how you can address your fears and the importance of understanding your “WHY” for choosing an unmedicated birth.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!6 Ways to Prepare for An Unmedicated Birth:Mindset Matters: Addressing your fears and your mindset happens long before the labor room. Replace your

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30:20

What No One Tells You About Having a Support Person...

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2026/06/26

Most birth prep focuses on you - your breathing, your birth plan, your body. But what about the person standing next to you? Because here's the truth: if your partner isn't prepared, they will default to the doctor. Every single time. And you'll be left feeling completely alone in one of the most intense, vulnerable moments of your life.That's exactly why I brought Lena Athena onto the show. Lena is changing how the world understands boundaries. She created the Kind Boundaries framework to show that

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14:02

You Wanted an Unmedicated Birth. Now They’re Saying...

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2026/06/19

You spent months preparing for an unmedicated birth - the classes, the breathing, the mindset. And then your provider says induction, and your stomach drops. You know it's medically the right call, but it feels like everything you planned just went out the window.Here's what I need you to hear: induction and unmedicated birth are not mutually exclusive. I've done it three times myself, and I've helped countless students do it too.In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what induction actually

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43:26

What No One Tells You About Feeding Your Baby with...

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2026/06/12

Ever stood in the baby food aisle feeling completely lost? This episode is for you.This week, Trish sits down with Jordyn Koveleski Gorman - licensed speech-language pathologist, feeding specialist, and founder of Eat Play Say - to talk about the stuff your pediatrician simply doesn't have time to cover at a 15-minute well visit.With nearly a decade of clinical experience and a community of over 800,000 parents, Jordyn breaks it all down in a way that will actually make mealtimes feel less like a

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14:18

A Judge Decided She HAD to have a C-section. While...

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2026/06/05

She was 12 hours into labor when a nurse walked in carrying a tablet - and a judge appeared on the screen to decide what would happen to her body.This isn't a social media horror story. This happened in Florida, in 2026, to a woman who was not only informed - she was a doula. She had a prior C-section complicated by a dangerous hemorrhage. Refusing another surgery wasn't a whim. It was a medical decision she had every right to make.And a judge overruled her anyway.In this episode, we're getting into

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25:06

The Breastfeeding Specialist You've Never Heard Of...

The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama ·

2026/05/29

Stephanie brings a unique perspective to breastfeeding and postpartum support by combining occupational therapy expertise with lactation consulting. After 9+ years in the NICU and her own breastfeeding journey with her premature son in 2023, she's committed to helping families navigate lactation and infant development with confidence and compassion. In this episode, we talk about what a session with Stephanie looks like, prenatal prep, postpartum red flags, and why asking for help isn't

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10:07

The Second Trimester Isn't Just the Easy Trimester:...

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2026/05/22

Everyone calls the second trimester the "honeymoon phase" - but if you're in it right now and not feeling blissful and glowing, you are not doing it wrong. In this episode, Trish is pulling back the curtain on what's actually happening in your body during weeks 13 through 27, because comfortable does not mean uneventful.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!In this episode, Trish covers:Why the

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