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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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05:23

Baby Laundry Detergent

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2017/11/08

Newborn babies have really sensitive skin. At birth, your baby will have just spent the last nine months in your belly, totally protected from the outside world and things like chemicals or fragrances. A lot of companies market products specifically for use with babies, and laundry detergent is no exception. You will be doing a lot of laundry with a new baby. Do you need to treat it differently than you do the laundry of other family members? This episode answers a listener's question about whether

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05:19

Your Health Insurance & the Calendar Year

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2017/11/01

January first is an important date for your health insurance. The start of a new calendar year means that everything resets and starts over with your insurance. This goes for how much you have spent towards your deductible and out-of-pocket maximum. This episode addresses a listener email and discusses what happens when your pregnancy crosses over the new calendar year and why you could have additional expenses when everything resets with your insurance. Show notes:

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04:33

Pregnancy Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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2017/10/25

Carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy results from edema, which is the buildup of fluid in your wrists, which can put pressure on a nerve that runs down your arm into your hand and cause tingling or numbness. In addition, this can be painful and can even affect your grip and strength in your hands. This episode answers a listener's question about preventing carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy and what you can do to treat it. Show notes: https://pregnancypodcast.com/carpaltunnel/

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04:23

Numbness

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2017/10/18

It is never a bad idea to bring up any questionable symptoms you experience during your pregnancy with your doctor or midwife. The more they know about what your body is going through during pregnancy, the better they will help treat any symptoms or keep an eye out for any possible complications. A common symptom, especially in the third trimester, is tingling and numbness in your feet. This episode answers a listener's question about numbness in her feet, why this happens, and what you can do to

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04:55

Body Piercings, Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding

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2017/10/11

If you have body piercings, you may be wondering if you need to take them out during your pregnancy or before your birth. The answer to that depends on where your piercing is and whether the piercing is uncomfortable. This episode answers a listener's question about body piercings and what you need to know about piercings, pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. Show notes: https://pregnancypodcast.com/piercing/

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16:02

Pregnancy, Pets, and Your Baby

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2017/10/01

Many of us have fur babies before we have human babies and our pets are a huge part of our family. Pregnancy can bring up some risks relating to pets and may require some changes in our relationship with our pets. As you are preparing for a new baby, you may also be preparing your pet to be around a new baby. This episode has some tips on introducing your pet to your baby, and answers questions like whether your pet can sense that you are pregnant. Plus, learn about some research showing the

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06:44

Facials, Microneedling, and Botox

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2017/09/27

In general, the fewer chemicals you expose yourself to, the less you expose your baby to. When you are talking about chemical exposure, the first trimester is thought of as the most sensitive period, as this is when the chances of miscarriage are highest. On the safe side, you could avoid everything during pregnancy, which I know is not realistic. You can weigh the risks and benefits of getting a procedure done during your pregnancy and decide if it is worth having the procedure done or if you

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10:16

Using a TENS Machine During Labor

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2017/09/24

A TENS device is a small handheld device with wires coming out of it attached to electrodes in pads that you stick to your skin. TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. TENS units or machines are commonly used in patients who suffer from chronic pain. A TENS machine works by sending electrical nerve stimulation through low voltage electrical impulses through the electrodes on your lower back. Women in labor first used these devices in the 1970s. Today these devices are standard

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06:57

When should I tell my boss I am pregnant?

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2017/09/06

Trying to decide when to break the news about your pregnancy to your employer can be tricky. There are a lot of considerations that can go into your decision about when to share the news of your pregnancy. Some expecting moms are comfortable telling everyone as soon as they have a positive test, and others prefer to wait until they are further along in their pregnancy. The right timing will be different for everyone. This episode answers a listener question about when to tell your boss you are

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06:05

Pregnancy Fatigue

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2017/08/30

It is common to experience fatigue during your pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Once you are in the second trimester, you should feel like you have more energy, and you may have that fatigue come back in the third trimester. The simplest explanation for feeling extra tired is that you are building a human. While it may not seem like you have a lot going on outside your body early on, there is a ton going on inside. This episode answers a listener's question about feeling tired during

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41:37

Breastfeeding Challenges in the Real World, Featuring...

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2017/08/27

This episode focuses on breastfeeding challenges in the real world. These are issues that can be the hardest to overcome. These complex issues are seldom discussed and account for many reasons why women do not breastfeed or stop breastfeeding early. This episode features documentary filmmaker Elizabeth Bayne. Elizabeth has spent the last few years in the trenches with expecting and new mothers learning about their struggles with breastfeeding in the real world. Although these issues can impact all

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06:12

Lifting Heavy Objects

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2017/08/23

During your pregnancy, your body is going through a lot of physical changes. Many of those changes can affect your susceptibility to injury, and you should be careful about carrying heavy things. This episode answers a listener's question about lifting heavy objects during your pregnancy. Why you need to be extra cautious when lifting or carrying items during your pregnancy, and how to protect yourself from getting injured when lifting heavy objects. Show notes:

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06:11

Placental Lake

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2017/08/16

We have become so addicted to ultrasounds, and we can get so much information from an ultrasound that we wouldn’t otherwise know. This has a lot of benefits when we can catch something early, but in some cases, it can sound off alarms when they may not be needed. A placental lake is something that your care provider would only discover on an ultrasound. This episode covers what a placental lake is, some research behind placental lakes, and whether they can affect you and your baby. Show notes:

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08:48

Breast Crawl

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2017/08/09

If your newborn baby is placed on your abdomen after birth, they will use their instincts and their senses to make their way up to your breast to initiate breastfeeding on their own. This is pretty incredible to see, and it is fascinating to see just how instinctual breastfeeding is in a newborn baby. There are many steps involved in the breast crawl, and each one affects you and your baby. There is also quite a bit of research on this topic. The big question is whether it is better to let your baby

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08:55

Misoprostol (Cytotec)

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2017/08/02

Prostaglandins are used in labor induction and help to ripen your cervix, meaning they cause it to efface or thin and cause uterine contractions. There are two basic types of prostaglandins, misoprostol (known under the brand name Cytotec in the United States) and dinoprostone (which goes by the trade names Cervidil and Prepidil). Misoprostol was initially approved as a medication to prevent ulcers, and in the United States is commonly used “off label” to induce labor. There is documented concern of

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04:44

Carrying High or Low

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2017/07/26

Your uterus expands throughout your pregnancy. In the beginning, it is hidden behind your pelvic bone, which is why it takes some time for you to start showing. As your uterus grows, it becomes more obvious that you are pregnant, and the further along you are, the bigger your belly gets. Every woman is different, we come in all shapes and sizes, and no two women will carry their pregnant belly in the same way. There is a lot of variables that can influence how your belly sits or appears during your

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12:42

Prenatal Massage

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2017/07/23

During pregnancy, your body goes through so many changes. Things are being stretched, you are carrying more weight, your center of gravity is off, and these changes can create tension, aches, and pains, and different massage needs than someone who is not pregnant. The goal of a prenatal massage is relaxation, aches, pains, stress, and tension relief. When you are pregnant, a massage is customized to your needs during pregnancy and should be with a trained massage therapist who has experience with

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08:08

Pregnancy Dreams

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2017/07/19

We all dream when we sleep. Sometimes people claim that they do not have dreams, and the truth is that they do; they just may not recall them. Pregnancy can add some new challenges to sleeping and interruptions to sleep cycles, impacting your recollection of dreams. The more you recall from your dreams, the more vivid they may seem and the more details you remember. In addition, anxiety and stress during pregnancy, and even in the postpartum period, can impact our sleep quality, emotional state,

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13:18

Babymoon

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2017/07/16

A babymoon is a vacation you take with your partner when you are pregnant. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy some time with your partner and relax before your baby arrives. While a stereotypical babymoon is a weeklong trip to a tropical island, you can even make this a staycation. Tips for planning your babymoon will help you with the best time during your pregnancy to vacation, where to go, how to work with any budget, and how to customize your babymoon to fit you and your partner. Tips for

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07:58

Acupuncture for a Breech Baby

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2017/07/05

Ideally, your baby settles in a head-down position in the third trimester. Some babies do not get into the head-down position and are breech. A breech baby can present some challenges with vaginal birth, and unfortunately, it has become common practice in U.S. hospitals to have a scheduled cesarean for a breech baby. Many moms who have a breech baby towards the end of their pregnancy will try all kinds of ideas to get their babies to flip. One of the popular methods is acupuncture, which is a key

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