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Pregnancy Podcast Premium

Pregnancy Podcast Premium gives you full access to every episode of the Pregnancy Podcast ad-free. This podcast provides information that goes way beyond the typical "pregnancy instruction manual" by sharing research-backed, evidence-based information. Vanessa Merten designs every episode to give you all the evidence, research, pros, cons, risks, and benefits. You will have all of the knowledge you need to decide the best options for you and feel confident about your decisions during your pregnancy

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08:47

Nail Polish

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2018/03/14

The FDA regulates nail polish under the umbrella of cosmetics. According to the FDA, "Many nail products contain potentially harmful ingredients, but are allowed on the market because they are safe when used as directed." Despite the FDA deeming nail products safe for their intended use, some questions have been raised about the safety of some of the chemicals used in these products. Pregnancy raises new concerns because any substances you come into contact with could potentially reach your baby

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24:21

Gentle Cesarean Birth & Vaginal Seeding

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2018/03/11

Nearly one-third of babies in the U.S. are born via cesarean section, which is the most common surgery performed. Cesarean sections are a routine procedure for Obstetricians that haven’t changed much over the last few decades. In the last few years, the idea of a gentle cesarean was introduced. This is challenging some of the routine practices of a conventional cesarean. A gentle cesarean, also called a family-centered cesarean, family-centered birth, or natural cesarean involves minor tweaks to the

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07:29

Visitors After Your Baby is Born

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2018/02/28

When your baby is born, they are susceptible to getting sick because their immune system is immature. If your baby is exposed to a bacteria or virus, it will be harder for them to fight it off than an older child or an adult. This can present a challenge when friends and family want to visit your newborn baby, and especially during flu season. This episode covers tips on handling visitors after your baby's birth to minimize their risk of being exposed to germs and make sure they stay healthy.

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34:22

Cesarean Birth

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2018/02/25

Cesarean birth is the birth of a baby via a surgical procedure called a cesarean section or C-section. This procedure is used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus. Cesarean births may be planned or unplanned. You could plan a cesarean birth ahead of time if you have a complication that would make a vaginal delivery difficult or you have had a previous cesarean birth. You aren't considering vaginal birth after a cesarean, commonly referred to as a VBAC. Often a cesarean is

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07:42

Vernix Caseosa & Baby’s First Bath

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2018/02/21

During the second trimester, your baby’s skin becomes covered with vernix caseosa. Vernix is a kind of greasy and cheese like and this white coating protects your baby’s delicate skin from abrasions and hardening from exposure to the amniotic fluid. This coating serves many different functions in the womb, transition out of the womb, and after birth. Vernix sheds as delivery approaches, and at birth, it may cover the entire surface of your baby’s skin, or you may only find it in the folds of their

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35:54

Essential Oils for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum...

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2018/02/18

Essential oil is the naturally occurring oil that has the plant's fragrance or other sources it is extracted from. These are most commonly made by steam distillation or cold pressing. While essential oils have long been a part of complementary and alternative medicine, they are rarely used in conventional medicine. In recent years their use has been growing, and they have become more common during pregnancy. The big question is whether essential oils are safe to use during pregnancy, birth, and

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08:06

Nuchal Cord (Umbilical Cord Wrapped Around Neck)

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2018/02/07

A nuchal cord happens when the umbilical cord is wrapped 360 degrees around a baby’s neck. If this does not resolve before birth, a baby can be born with an umbilical cord wrapped around their neck. While this may sound like cause for alarm, there are a lot of misconceptions around nuchal cords and whether they are dangerous to your baby. Nuchal cords frequently happen in over 27% of term births, and doctors and midwives should be experienced in births where the baby has the cord wrapped around

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28:14

Pregnancy Over Age 35 (Advanced Maternal Age)

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2018/02/04

From a biological standpoint, there is a limited window for getting pregnant from reproductive age until menopause. While there is a big window of opportunity, there may never be a perfect time to have a baby. You may end up expecting much sooner than you imagined, or life may work out that you end up pregnant much later. Due to the higher risk stigma of pregnancy after age 35, or social norms and expectations, many women feel pressure to have children before age 35. The technical term for having a

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04:57

Allergies

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2018/01/31

An allergic reaction happens when your immune system reacts to what would typically be a harmless substance, like food, to be an invader and creates immunoglobulin E or IgE antibodies. Once your body produces these antibodies, the next time the allergen is introduced to your body, your immune system attacks it, and you have an allergic reaction. This can range from mild symptoms like a rash to full-on anaphylactic shock. This episode answers a listener's question about whether your baby can have an

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05:16

Apple Cider Vinegar

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2018/01/24

Apple cider vinegar has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Online you can find articles and blog posts touting that apple cider vinegar can help with weight loss, regulating blood sugar, soothing sunburns, treating eczema, the list goes on. If you regularly use apple cider vinegar, you are likely using one with the mother, meaning that it is unrefined, unfiltered, and unpasteurized. During pregnancy, it is advised to avoid unpasteurized foods, and this could include apple cider vinegar

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06:14

Loud Noises

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2018/01/17

Your baby’s ears start developing very early on, and by about week 18, they should be able to hear. This sense will continue to improve as their hearing sharpens throughout their time in your belly. It is often said that loud noises can startle a baby in the womb, although things like your dog barking will get them used to those sounds before they even get to meet your pet in person. This episode explores the risks of loud noises by looking at studies on how babies hear in utero and recommendations

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23:46

My Second Pregnancy, Lessons Learned & My Birth Story

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2018/01/14

Every pregnancy and birth is different. Even knowing this, I still expected my second pregnancy and birth to be like my first experience. While there were some similarities, a whole lot was different, and it was a great learning experience. In this episode, I share the lessons I learned in my second pregnancy and the birth story of my baby girl who joined us on New Year’s Eve. Show notes: https://pregnancypodcast.com/secondbaby/

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25:31

Eating Organic During Pregnancy

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2017/12/17

Your diet is a significant contributor to your health and the health of your baby during pregnancy. It isn’t a secret that you should be eating healthy whole foods. Should you take it a step further and eat organic during pregnancy? In its simplest form, “organic” certifies food produced without synthetic chemicals or fertilizers, genetic engineering, radiation, or sewage sludge. One of the biggest reasons some consumers opt for organic foods is to avoid pesticides. This episode breaks down the

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16:09

Migraines and Headaches

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2017/12/10

Many expecting mothers experience headaches and migraines during pregnancy whether or not they experienced migraines pre-pregnancy. If you did get migraines before you got pregnant, you might find that pregnancy improves the severity or the frequency of your migraines. A migraine is like a headache on steroids. We do not know the exact causes of migraines, and they are thought to occur with changes in neurochemicals, nerve pathways, and blood flow. This differs from a headache often caused by stress

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09:03

Ectopic Pregnancy

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2017/12/06

When you get pregnant, the egg is fertilized and then should implant in the uterus lining, which is necessary for the egg to survive and grow. An ectopic pregnancy happens when the egg attaches somewhere else. The most common place outside of the uterus is in the fallopian tube, and sometimes these are called tubal pregnancies. It is rarer but also possible for the egg to implant in the ovary, cervix, in your abdomen, or in the scar from a previous cesarean birth. This episode responds to a

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17:04

Constipation During Pregnancy

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2017/12/03

You may experience that you are completely regular, as far as going to the bathroom goes before getting pregnant, and then suddenly it is like you are stopped up and having issues when you need to go #2. Constipation is prevalent during pregnancy. If you are constipated, it means that you have difficult bowel movements, or they are not happening frequently, your stools are hard, and you may also have pain or discomfort in your stomach. A few things are going on with your body during pregnancy that

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08:28

Placenta Encapsulation & the CDC

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2017/11/29

Your placenta plays a significant role in secreting hormones that are crucial for your baby. This includes hCG, commonly known as the pregnancy hormone, estrogen, progesterone, oxytocin, and prolactin. One of the biggest reasons new moms consume placenta is because of the belief that it will help balance out their hormones postpartum. This episode answers a listener's question about autoimmune conditions, like rheumatoid arthritis, and how hormones in the encapsulated placenta could support it

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05:12

Fear of Things Not Going as Planned

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2017/11/22

It is common for expecting moms, especially the first time around, to have some fear about birth and fear that things will not go as planned. This episode addresses a listener who is terrified that things will not go as planned and outlines some steps to take to replace that fear with confidence. Show notes: https://pregnancypodcast.com/planB/

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11:20

Braxton Hicks Contractions vs. True Labor

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2017/11/19

Braxton Hicks contractions are sporadic “practice” contractions that many pregnant women experience during the second and the third trimesters. This episode talks about what they are, what they feel like, what can trigger them, and how you can find some relief. There are some key ways to distinguish between Braxton Hicks contractions and real contractions. Knowing the signs of pre-term labor and labor and how to tell the difference between fake contractions and the real thing will you give you the

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04:14

Baby Movement

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2017/11/15

It can be exciting to feel your baby move. For many moms, this is a nice reassurance that there is, in fact, a baby in your belly. Your baby starts making spontaneous movements early on, but your little one is so small that you do not feel them. As your baby’s nervous systems continue to mature, the neurons between the muscles and the brain connect, which gives your little one control over their movements. The more your baby grows, the more pronounced their movements are. This episode answers a

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