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Gestational Diabetes: What to Know
Apr 23, 2020
If you...
- are pregnant and wondering what Gestational Diabetes is
- are coming up on your Gestational Diabetes test
- have been diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes
...we cover everything you need to know with Diabetes Specialist, Karina Robinson, in this episode! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over check out our totally FREE Pregnancy Exercise Guide & other incredible downloads at www.myessentialbirth.com.
[1:54] Get to know Karina Robinson, Diabetes Specialist
[3:07] A little about her Gestational Diabetes Course
[3:47] What is Gestational Diabetes?
[5:16] How GD differs from Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes
[5:36] Who is at risk for having Gestational Diabetes
[6:19] What you can do to prevent it!
[7:58] The 1 hour and 3-hour test
[9:30] What if I fail the 1-hour test?
[11:07] The main concerns for baby if mom is diagnosed with GD
[13:35] Options for mom, including home birth
[14:15] Karina's Birth Stories with...
Birth: Enneagram Type 6
Apr 16, 2020
We are excited to continue our Birth + Enneagram series and this week our focus is on our loyal & responsible Type 6 mamas! We know how loyal and committed you are to your beliefs and the people you love, so we hope you know how much we support you and never want you to feel alone throughout this journey.
[2:48] Your Strengths
[7:15] Watch Out!
[14:50] Tips for the Partner
[20:00] Why You'll Love the My Essential Birth Course
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If you haven't subscribed to the podcast yet, you definitely should! We love breathing life into our mamas and don't want you to miss a thing. Plus we have some neat bonus episodes coming and if you're not subscribed you may miss them. Click >>here<< to subscribe in iTunes!
AND if you love all the great birth discussions, tips, and tricks you're hearing, make sure to head over to iTunes and give us a review. It will help other mamas just like you find...
COVID-19: Birthing With Less Support
Apr 08, 2020
If you are pregnant and preparing to give birth during the COVID-19 global pandemic, this episode is for you! With many hospitals pulling back birth support we are getting so many questions about what mothers should do. This episode will help you prepare, as needed, for a birth with less birth support.
[2:08] Can you really "prepare" to have less support for birth?
[3:38] Listening to these podcasts are part of the foundation you are laying for your birth prep.
[5:48] Your partner should be prepared, especially if they are your only birth support + prepare other birth support in case your partner has signs/symptoms of COVID-19 and is unable to attend your birth with you
[7:31] HOW you prepare! - Some of our favorite books and podcast episodes.
[8:32] Birth videos + IG Content
[9:15] FREE Downloads from us to prepare you
[11:04] Know what it is evidence-based or not + stay healthy & low-risk so you have more options
[11:57] Decrease stress, yoga, and...
COVID-19 & Your Birthing Options
Apr 01, 2020
This podcast episode is hot off the press and in true Cort & Steph fashion, we break down the Pros AND Cons to birthing in/out of hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yup! We totally see it both ways and above all hope to speak peace to your heart. You are seen. You are heard. Your feelings- which may swing from gratitude one minute to sorrow the next- are valid. You are stronger than you know, and the story you pass down of birthing during a time of great global uncertainty will be revered for generations to come.
[2:00] ACOG, CDC, and WHO: What they're saying and what they recommend
[7:05] Telehealth
[7:37] Recommendations for COVID-19 & Breastfeeding Practices
[10:10] Other things to consider
[12:12] What to do with all of this information!
[19:00] Pros & Cons to Birthing In & Out of the Hospital During COVID-19
[27:04] Get prepared. You won't ever regret preparing "too much"...because there's no such thing!
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Things They Don't Tell You: Pregnancy Edition
Mar 26, 2020
Being pregnant is so much fun and we can prove it! Jump into this episode with us and learn about all the fun, disturbing, embarrassing, downright laughable things you have to look forward to as that baby and belly grow.
[2:35] Breasts, nausea, weight gain stretch marks + stuffy noses
[9:25] Sensitivity to smells, warmer body temp, and yes, your feet may grow
[16:00] Prenatal Depression, yes it's a thing
[17:32] Constipation and other happenings downstairs
[20:55] Leg cramps, metallic tastes, and too many pillows
[24:42] Ridiculous pregnancy dreams
[28:49] Unsolicited advice - what's the quote about opinions being like bumholes?...everyone has one. HA!
[32:00] Remember the good
[33:06] Be Kind Anyways - Adapted by us from Mother Teresa
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If you haven't subscribed to the podcast yet, you definitely should! We love breathing life into our mamas and don't want you to miss a thing. Plus we have some neat bonus...
Birth: Enneagram Type 5
Mar 19, 2020
Well Type 5 mamas, your quiet confidence and plan to forge your own path is about to pay off in the birth space. Get ready, because this one is straight to the point...just like you like it!
[3:43] Your strengths and how we relate them to a horror movie?
[8:41] Watch Out!
[11:00] Advice For Partners!
[13:53] Why You'll Love the My Essential Birth Course
Subscribe & Review in iTunes
If you haven't subscribed to the podcast yet, you definitely should! We love breathing life into our mamas and don't want you to miss a thing. Plus we have some neat bonus episodes coming and if you're not subscribed you may miss them. Click >>here<< to subscribe in iTunes!
AND if you love all the great birth discussions, tips, and tricks you're hearing, make sure to head over to iTunes and give us a review. It will help other mamas just like you find the podcast and enjoy it too. Just click >>here<< to review,...
Get It Started! Natural Ways to Induce Birth
Mar 13, 2020
You asked, we listened! This episode will give you some simple, fun ways to get birth started. Some you may have heard of, and others may be totally new to you. While we are careful to share only those things that are safe and evidence-based, we are not medical professionals and cannot provide medical advice so be sure to talk with your provider before trying these.
[3:05] When you want to utilize these tools and all the legitimate reasons to get things moving.
[11:47] Why we just spent all this time talking about why to not get things moving!
[12:23] Ways that you can jumpstart your birth from the comfort of your home; everything from dates, castor oil, baby positioning, herbs, sex and more.
[17:56] After 37 weeks and it's time to get things moving...
[19:00] Your cervix and the Bishop's Score
[23:21] Membrane sweeps and when it's a good time to give it a go!
[25:29] What if I tested positive for GBS?
[27:35] Wrapping it all up!
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Birth After 35
Mar 04, 2020
With terms like Advanced Maternal Age and Geriatric Mother being thrown around, it's time we broke down all the facts surrounding being pregnant and giving birth after the age of 35- including the hot topic of stillbirth. Share this episode with your friends who are also having babies in their late 30's & beyond!
[4:03] Why "Geriatric" is not even close to an appropriate term for a pregnant woman.
[5:29] Why you need to have the correct information about giving birth over 35.
[6:31] Why women are choosing to have children later in life?
[7:15] Challenges for women giving birth after 35
[8:10] The Hot Topic: Stillbirth
[9:58] Relative vs. Absolute Risk
[11:43] Gestation and how it's different before and after age 35
[13:03] Why out of hospital midwifery care may be a great choice
[16:27] What stands in the way of a mother over 35 having her best birth?
[19:20] What you can do to have the best outcomes
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And Baby Makes Three: Newborn Procedures
Feb 26, 2020
We love talking about all things birth, but there a few things you need to know after birth in order to make an informed decision for your baby. This episode goes over the basics of what will be offered or required for baby within their first 24-48 hours of life.
[3:54] Delayed Cord-Clamping
[5:19] What cord-milking is and why it isn't a best practice for baby.
[7:52] Why immediate skin to skin has so many benefits for mom and baby.
[9:42] Hepatitis B Immunization
[12:09] Vitamin K Injection + Oral Vitamin K
[14:08] Erythromycin eye ointment
[16:13] Washing your baby - not necessarily a procedure, but the evidence to wait is pretty good!
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If you haven't subscribed to the podcast yet, you definitely should! We love breathing life into our mamas and don't want you to miss a thing. Plus we have some neat bonus episodes coming and if you're not subscribed you may miss them. Click >>here<< to...
Birth: Enneagram Type 7
Feb 18, 2020
We have good reason to think that Enneagram 7 women are birthing rockstars! They are optimistic about everything, quick learners, and they are curious about allll the many birthing options available. Curious what an Enneagram 7 mama needs to know to achieve her best birth? Take a listen!
[4:37] Enneagram 7 strengths
[7:56] Watch out for these!
[8:25] Why re-framing the word "pain" will make a huge difference for you.
[13:19] Your favorite place to give birth!
[16:32] Tips and tricks for your partner
[19:00] Why Type 7 mamas love the My Essential Birth Course
Subscribe & Review in iTunes
If you haven't subscribed to the podcast yet, you definitely should! We love breathing life into our mamas and don't want you to miss a thing. Plus we have some neat bonus episodes coming and if you're not subscribed you may miss them. Click >>here<< to subscribe in iTunes!
AND if you love all the great birth...
