Preggie Pals: Your Pregnancy, Your Way
We educate and entertain expectant mothers and those hoping to become pregnant. Each episode features a panel of pregnant women, at various stages and trimesters, as well as experienced moms and experts. Together they explore topics aimed to embrace pregnancy and encourage women to pursue their individual childbirth choices.
1
Cervical Scar Tissue: A Cause of Preventable C-...
What exactly is cervical scar tissue and how do you know if you have it? Plus, key questions to ask your medical care provider to make sure they know how to handle a possible issue during labor and delivery.
32 min
2
Plus Size Pregnancy
Why does your weight matter during pregnancy? What are the risks associated with being plus size and pregnant- and are these increased percentages really that significant?
42 min
3
Announcing Your Pregnancy
Today our panelists share what worked for them and we'll explore some fun ways to share your pregnancy online!
33 min
4
Healing from an Unwanted Cesarean
If a cesarean is needed, how can you overcome initial feelings of frustration and disappointment?
43 min
5
Your Baby Registry: Bottles for Breastfed Babies
How do you know what bottle is best for your baby? What should you know about the bottle size, style and the type of nipple?
35 min
6
Surviving the Summer Heat While Pregnant
How does a pregnant woman's body temperature impact her pregnancy? What do you need to know about the sun, perspiration and exposure to air conditioning?
37 min
7
Getting Pregnant: Ovulation, Fertilization and ...
What exactly needs to happen in order for a woman to become pregnant? How does ovulation work and how can you use your cycle to track your fertility?
33 min
8
Pregnancy Exercises: Baby Wearing and Strollers
Exercise during pregnancy is important, but working out when you already have little ones can seem impossible.
31 min
9
Pregnancy Exercises: Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga classes are growing in popularity, but is it right for you?
31 min
10
Babymoons: Planning Your Pregnancy Vacation
34 min
11
Managing Back Labor
What exactly is back labor, what does it feel like and what causes it to happen?
32 min
12
Childbirth Choices: Unassisted Childbirth
We'll hear from two women who had their babies without any assistance- one planned and one was a surprise.
36 min
13
Safe Travel During Pregnancy
Can you travel throughout your pregnancy? Can seatbelts and airbags harm your baby? And are the screening tests at the airport really safe?
34 min
14
Understanding Pregnancy Hormones
In what ways do hormones impact your pregnancy? What are some of the symptoms you may be experiencing as a result? And what determines how your body reacts to these hormones?
36 min
15
Childbirth Preparation Methods: Hypnobabies
What exactly is Hypnobabies and how does it differ from Hypnobirthing? What does it take to become successful in using this technique? Plus, is it really possible to have a "pain-free" birth?
29 min
16
Pregnancy Symptoms: The Last 20 Weeks
What typically causes common symptoms and how can you minimize the effects?
42 min
17
Pregnancy in the Military
What can you expect regarding prenatal care? And what options do you have for delivering your baby?
30 min
18
Precipitous Labor: Preparing for Short Labor
If your labor and delivery is three hours or less, it's called precipitous labor.
36 min
19
Pregnancy Symptoms: The First 20 Weeks
What type of symptoms can you expect during the first 20 weeks of your pregnancy? What triggers these symptoms and what can you do to overcome them?
39 min
20
Protecting Your Pelvic Floor During Pregnancy
How can pregnancy and birth impact your ability to control your pelvic floor? And what can you do during pregnancy to keep this important area of your body strong?
33 min
21
Homeopathy and Pregnancy
Many traditional medications aren't safe during pregnancy, so what options do you have for relief?
28 min
22
Ultrasounds During Pregnancy: What to Expect
What types of ultrasounds can you expect throughout your pregnancy?
33 min
23
Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy
More than 80% of pregnant women are still deficient in Vitamin D, which benefits the body in many ways including disease prevention and proper growth.
27 min
24
Five Tips to Prevent "Pregnancy Brain"
It's called "pregnancy brain". But what actually causes it? What does it feel like? And what are five practical steps you can take to help prevent it?
33 min
25
Creating a Successful Birth Plan
What elements should you include in your plan? How many pages should it be? How should you present it to your healthcare provider?
32 min