In this episode Brianna Hodson is coming on the podcast to share the birth of her daughter Sophie! Brianna shares about how she had a retroplacental hemorrhage and went into preterm labor (that was eventually stopped) caused by kidney stones. At 39 weeks she developed a severe headache caused by preeclampsia which led to a 3 day induction! Other things we mention are yoga, covid during pregnancy, Red Raspberry Leaf tea, dates, the miles circuit, and induction medications such as cytotec/Misopros...
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 14 min
In this episode Brandy comes on the podcast to share her unmedicated 27 hour birth story! At the same time Brandy found out she was pregnant her husband suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury and was admitted to the ICU, she shares this journey with transparency and raw emotion. Brandy also was diagnosed Gestational Diabetes, she really stresses the importance of advocating for yourself - which she did by switching providers to a midwifery practice. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode pl...
Oct 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min
In this episode Hailey Johnson comes on the podcast to share all about her pregnancy and birth! Her pregnancy came as a total surprise, however Hailey felt confident and truly enjoyed her pregnancy. At one point she got very sick - which she found out was a possible Listeria infection. She was closely monitored the rest of her pregnancy as she was now considered "high risk". Haileys little girl stayed breech her entire pregnancy, and when she went into labor a month early she chose to avoid an e...
Oct 11, 2021•45 min
In this episode Brooke comes on the podcast to share all about her pregnancy with identical twins girls! She experienced severe morning sickness her entire pregnancy and around 28 weeks was admitted to the hospital due to Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome. Just a few days later Brooke met her sweet girls earth side! She shares her postpartum and NICU journey through many hills and valleys. ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna b...
Oct 04, 2021•27 min
In this episode we are talking all about SEX during pregnancy! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com Studies mentioned: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7017007/...
Sep 27, 2021•21 min
In this episode I am sharing MY birth story with Adelynn! Her birth was beautiful, intense, and fast. I am 5 days postpartum now and loving every second of it (besides all the seconds between 10pm-4am!!!!) ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com...
Sep 25, 2021•44 min
In this episode Blair Bellaire is back (from episode 72) to share her second birth story! Blair's first birth story from EP 72 was a home birth, this time around she chose to birth at a local birth center! She shares about how different her labors were from start to finish. Some things we talk about are labor prep (dates + red raspberry leaf tea), chiropractic care, the fetal ejection reflex, water breaking, water birth, placenta encapsulation, and much more! ____________________ If you enjoyed ...
Sep 20, 2021•33 min
In this episode Julie comes on the podcast to share the birth of her baby girl Charlotte! Julie's water broke the day before her due date when she jumped out of excitement for a package that had arrived! Listen to the full podcast episode for Julie's birth story! ___________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ o...
Sep 13, 2021•28 min
In this episode Dina is coming on the podcast to share all about ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) which teaches self rescue swimming classes to infants and children! Per the CDC, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death after motor vehicle crashes in children ages 1-14 years. ISR’s primary focus is to teach your child to become a productive swimmer, or floater, in any depth of water. ISR is an invaluable and life saving skill for children of all ages! ____________________...
Sep 06, 2021•26 min
In this episode Christina Adams comes on the podcast and shares her birth story! Christina shares how they had been trying to get pregnant with no success BUT right before starting fertility treatments they conceived on their own! Christina attributes the best pain relief during labor to educating herself and having a positive view on birth! Postpartum she went on what she calls a "breastfeeding crusade" where she was determined to exclusively breastfeed. We talk about the pressure put on moms f...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr
In this episode Sarah Farra is coming on the podcast to share her home water birth story (that is filled with joy and humor)! Sarah is an actress, singer, and Mrs. North Carolina Contestant. When hospitals started to require masks Sarah started to search for alternatives options for birth. She had no idea what a midwife, doula, or home birth even was - but knew she didn't wanna labor in a mask with a dozen restrictions in place. Sarah says that she feels like "her blinders have been lifted" to a...
Aug 23, 2021•50 min
In this episode Blair is coming on the podcast to share her home water birth story! Blair originally was going to give birth at a hospital, but always imagined a natural home birth. She decided to fully make the transition at 30 weeks due to all the hospital restrictions - which she describes as a surprisingly seamless transition! Blair labored at home for 24 hours before birthing her son Asher, her labor started off fast and furious with contractions 2 minutes apart! ____________________ If you...
Aug 16, 2021•46 min
In this episode Blayney comes on the podcast to share both of her birth stories! Her first pregnancy was a huge surprise... TWINS! Her pregnancy was uncomplicated, she was planning a vaginal twin birth at first, and carried to almost 38 weeks! For Blayney's second pregnancy she planned for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with her midwife and doula. After almost 3 days in labor she had an amazing unmedicated VBAC! A few key things we mention in this episode are Nitrous Oxide use, the fetal ...
Aug 09, 2021•49 min
In this episode Liz shares her positive and empowering induction birth story! Liz had gestational diabetes during her pregnancy, which towards the end her blood sugar levels started to get out of control. She was induced at 39 weeks, and says she really had to surrender to the idea of an induction. Liz mourned the birth preferences she originally had, but was quick to switch gears and make her induction the best possible. Postpartum Liz struggled with anxiety to the point where she wouldn't be a...
Aug 02, 2021•1 hr 6 min
In this episode Maddie Segal shares her 26 hour unmedicated birth story! Maddie gave birth to her son Oliver at a local birth center, which she says was an amazing experience. Maddie shares how she ate dates, drank red raspberry leaf tea, and ate two ENTIRE pineapples in an attempt to get labor started! Postpartum she struggled with a low milk supply, she tried all the supplements and saw a lactation consultant. At one point Maddie was pumping and breastfeeding over 20 times a day! She shares he...
Jul 26, 2021•50 min
In this episode Certified Nurse Midwife Marie Watson shares her three birth stories. Her first two babies were born at home in the water, while her recent third birth was an induction at the hospital! Marie shares that she actually chose to be induced and why she made that decision. She talks about the differences in home birth vs hospital birth, as well as the difference in labor with Pitocin. Marie leaves us with these two tips - to chose a provider who supports you and to take the time to pre...
Jul 19, 2021•40 min
In this episode were gonna talk about the top ways to cope and conquer contractions without an epidural! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com...
Jul 12, 2021•34 min
In this episode Nicole shares both of her birth stories, a cesarean section due to the fear of her baby measuring large followed by a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with a midwife. Nicole describes the differences in both of her postpartum journeys, especially from a mental/emotional perspective. Nicole is also a Birth Doula and Birth Photographer! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://...
Jul 05, 2021•41 min
In this episode Gabby Meacham shares about her first pregnancy. Gabby's story is real, raw, beautiful, yet filled with humor! Gabby had spinal surgery for spinal stenosis at 17 years old so knew she would most likely be unable to get an epidural during labor. Around 20 weeks Gabby also noticed swelling and redness around her breast, which her doctor told her she thought may be a rare form of cancer. Gabby shares how her and her husband planned for an unmedicated birth with the Bradley Method Cou...
Jun 28, 2021•52 min
In this episode Crystal Parker is coming on the podcast to share both of her unmedicated birth stories - which she describes as fun and enjoyable! Crystal shares about how she did not love being pregnant, however loved giving birth! We talk about her birth experience at a birth center, her water breaking during a yoga class, and how she barely made it through the doors of the birth center before her son came! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your m...
Jun 21, 2021•51 min
We are talking about essential oil use during pregnancy and labor! In this episode I touch on eight of the most popular / useful essential oils, their benefits, how to use them, and where to buy them! This has been something I have been diving into lately myself so I figured an episode on it would be perfect! If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.inst...
Jun 14, 2021•17 min
In this episode Beth Restituto is coming on the podcast to share both of her birth stories! With her first birth she was induced for PROM (Premature Rupture of Membranes), she labored for 26 hours before birthing her baby girl completely unmedicated! Beth's second pregnancy was during the COVID-19 pandemic where she struggled to find a provider in a new city. She shares how she went past 41 weeks with her son and faced another induction. She tried everything to induce labor with the help of both...
Jun 07, 2021•58 min
In this episode Allison Hufford is coming on the podcast to share her two very different birth stories! Her first birth of her baby girl Abigail was "textbook" from Allisons perspective, however her second birth ended in an rushed cesarean section after pushing for 3 hours. Allison shares how throughout her first two pregnancies she went with the flow of her providers and did not do much advocating for herself. Allison is now pregnant with her third baby due in October! She shares how this curre...
May 31, 2021•55 min
In this episode Lisa shares about her pregnancy at an "Advanced Maternal Age" and how exercise helped her to have what she considers a boring and uneventful pregnancy! Lisa talks about how she made small modifications in her workout routine but overall felt staying active helped fuel her pregnancy. She talks about her induction at 39 weeks and wanting to be as natural as possible with it, so she opted to use a cooks cervical ripening balloon. We touch on the myths surrounding exercise during pre...
May 24, 2021•37 min
In this episode Taylor Focht is coming on the podcast to share all about her amazing job - a newborn night nurse / postpartum doula! Taylor shares about her passion for her job and how she is able to fill the gap of the lack in postpartum care for so many women. BE ON THE PODCAST: whatthebumpclt.com What The Bump Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ What The Bump Website / Blog: whatthebumpclt.com Taylor on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightnurse.taylor/
May 17, 2021•50 min
This episode is a rerecording / update of episode 25 of the podcast! We're taking about the top ways to naturally induce labor - including my two favorites, dates and red raspberry leaf tea! ____________________ If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share with your mama friends! wanna be on the podcast? https://www.whatthebumpclt.com/podcast connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ our website / blog: whatthebumpclt.com...
May 10, 2021•19 min
In this episode Amanda Johnson is sharing her fast and unmedicated birth story with her first pregnancy. She also shares how postpartum she suffered from pubic symphysis and was discharged with a walker. It took her until almost 6 months postpartum to completely heal. Amanda is now pregnant with her second baby and hoping to be able to have another vaginal birth while working to prevent pubic symphysis. BE ON THE PODCAST: whatthebumpclt.com What The Bump Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/what...
May 03, 2021•23 min
In this episoide we are diving into Gestational Diabetes (GDM) - what it is? how it is diagnosed? why you may be at a higher risk for developing? what happens during your pregnancy if you have GDM? will you have to take insulin and be induced? and more! We talk about why getting tested / screened for GDM is very important, and your options for screening... HINT: the standard glucose tolerance test is not the only way! There are alternatives that may much more accurate! ____________________ If yo...
Apr 26, 2021•23 min
Betty is back just three days postpartum to share her birth story! Betty had her second unmedicated hospital birth which she describes as fast and furious! BE ON THE PODCAST: whatthebumpclt.com What The Bump Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumpclt/ What The Bump Website / Blog: whatthebumpclt.com Betty on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowered_by_betty/...
Apr 19, 2021•44 min
In this episode I am chatting with Andrea and Colleen from Wumblekin about how they started their company, what they provide, and how they use evidence based practices to create their subscription boxes. Listen through because there's a giveaway at the end! Wumblekin is a subscription box for every trimester, full of goodies hand picked for those certain weeks. The best part, in each trimester box there is an evidence based guide through the trimester. The boxes and the guide are parent tested, ...
Apr 12, 2021•29 min
