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Your bladder plays a huge role in labor! If it is full, it is taking up valuable space that baby needs to continue their descent down and out. You should be emptying your bladder frequently during labor—and that’s exactly what this episode is about! HeHe is diving into the why and when behind peeing often in labor. A 2017 study stated that postpartum hemorrhage occurs in 3% of births, but the CDC Foundation suggests that up to 70% of those may be avoidable. It’s been shared time and time again that having a full bladder can increase the risk of postpartum hemorrhage and this episode is going to spill the beans on what you need to know!   Join The Birth Lounge: www.TheBirthLounge.com/waitlist     Episode Resources: 2017 study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28502758/ CDC Foundation: https://www.cdcfoundation.org/sites/default/files/files/ReportfromNineMMRCs.pdf National Institute for Children’s Health Quality: https://www.nichq.org/insight/taking-leading-cause-maternal-death-improving-postpartum-hemorrhage-care EBB: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-on-pitocin-during-the-third-stage-of-labor/ Maternal Mortality Review Information App: https://reviewtoaction.org/implement/getting-started ACOG: https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-bulletin/articles/2017/10/postpartum-hemorrhage ACOG Expansion: https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2017/09/acog-expands-recommendations-to-treat-postpartum-hemorrhage

19 Helmi 202115min

When Jaclyn Coy had her first daughter, she was opened up to the world of unmedicated labor. As she dove in, she navigated switching providers and exploring her options to have an unmedicated labor without the ‘hippie dippie’ aspect she had always envisioned being innately connected to unmedicated labor. Through her birth experiences and motherhood journey, Jaclyn created the Minimal Intervention Birth Method which inspired her to write the book, Because YOU are Superwoman. In her book, share shares the stories of 15 people plus her own to help you hear empowering stories of real life births by birthing people just like you—some births went according to plan and some didn’t, but all were positive experiences!    Connect with Jaclyn: MyMomistheWorst.com Facebook/Instagram @StoriesbyJKCoy   Free chapter of Because YOU are Superwoman: https://mymomistheworst.com/2018/11/11/because-you-are-superwoman-chapter-one-freebie/   Join The Birth Lounge: www.thebirthlounge.com

24 Marras 202045min

The holiday season can be hard for those who have experienced a loss this year. At a time of year that people are expected to automatically be happy and be cheery and bright-eyed, it can be painful to have to pretend to be enjoying yourself while you are dying inside. One mother described it as “a dark place of heartbreak and anger.” Through my work with Mothers’ who have experienced loss (or any kind of trauma), I have found that having a structure of mindsets to help you survive in high-stress situations is helpful.   Blog: Bigger than You Approach   Blog: Navigating the Holidays after Trauma and Loss

20 Marras 202025min

Today, HeHe is joined by Ryann Kipping, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Lactation Educator, and Author of The Feel-Good Pregnancy Cookbook. Ryann and HeHe break down how to get the majority of your crucial vitamins and minerals from food first! So many foods can be solutions to problems that pop up in pregnancy--constipation, nausea, heartburn. Ryann is sharing how to find the perfect prenatal, how to spot 3rd party testing, and how to identify trustworthy brands! Eating for two isn't as easy as it sounds and this episode is a must-listen for anyone who has been wondering if they are getting all the essential nutrients their baby needs on a daily basis!    Ryann's Recommended Grocery List   Join The Prenatal Nutrition Library   Join The Birth Lounge

17 Marras 202054min

I get asked A LOT about The ARRIVE Study. It’s a hot topic. For some people they are thrilled to hear there is science backing up an induction and some folks are terrified because they feel pressure from their provider and don’t feel aligned with a 39-week induction. Before we dive into the issues with this study. Let’s take a look at the history that you should know. It’s ultimately up to you! You know your baby and your body! You are the most qualified person to make this call! These are my thoughts on The ARRIVE Study that is sometimes used as a means to suggest that 'all pregnant people' should be induced at 39 weeks. That is a not true and here's why!    Join The Birth Lounge    Our Blog about The ARRIVE Study    Evidence Based Birth Research

16 Marras 202031min

Inductions are one of the most common interventions when it comes to birthing a baby. Some people welcome inductions, and some want to avoid it at all cost! Today,  I am joined by Certified Nurse Midwife, Becca Helie, to discuss inductions, the methods in which you can be induced, and how to evaluate the risks and benefits of each option. Becca and I are going to dive into 'failed inductions,' too. Did you know that you may go in for an induction and not leave with a baby? Meaning that your body was not receptive to being induced, so it 'failed.' This is *NOT* a reason for an automatic c-section!!! If you are headed into an induction, this is an episode that you will not want to miss!  Connect with Becca on IG: @becca_helie_cnm   To learn more ways to take control of your birth experience: www.thebirthlounge.com

10 Marras 20201h

Today I am sharing the 7 tools that will change your breastfeeding life! Feeding your baby can be tough--cracked nipples, mastitis, clogged ducts, over supply, undersupply! This list goes on and on! The tools I share in this episode will aid in a smooth feeding journey for you and your baby. I'm going to share why I chose these specific things and when you would use them!    You can find all the products I mention here!    Join The Birth Lounge here! *If doors are closed, join the waitlist! We have flash sales randomly and you'll want to be the first to know!

6 Marras 202026min

In today's episode, HeHe is joined by Certified Nurse Midwife, Skyler Jacobs, to discuss how the current US postpartum care schedule sorely fails birthing people in getting them appropriate support after having a baby! Skyler is a big proponent of every birthing person getting a 2-week follow-up in addition to the expected 6-week check-up! We chat about how beneficial both visits would be and for different reasons. At the 2-week appointment, Skyler shares that providers would be assessing totally different things than at the 6-week appointment. She even shares how you can have a conversation with your provider to inquire if this may be an option for you!    Shop Well + Worthy Co (15% off with code: TBHL15 ): www.wellandworthyco.com Join The Birth Lounge: www.thebirthlounge.com

2 Marras 202050min