In this podcast I talk all about cesarean sections from a nurses point of view! We go over the preparation, the actual operating room experience, and recovery. We also touch on schedule vs emergent cesarean sections and reasons for both! I basically walk you through an entire cesarean section! Wether you are planning a cesarean section or routine vaginal birth this podcast is a MUST that way you are educated on anything that may happen to you! LOVE YA MAMAS.
Jul 20, 2020•27 min
In this episode we chat about delayed cord clamping, cord milking, and cord blood banking! The main focus is delayed cord clamping which has many proven benefits for infants including returning 1/3 of their blood back to them at birth! As always, I love researching these topics and learning with you. Love ya! https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2017/01/delayed-umbilical-cord-clamping-after-birth https://www.who.int/elena/titles/full_recommendations/cord_cla...
Jul 06, 2020•24 min
In this episode we are talking about a midwife mainly, and how they differ from an OB or OBGYN. Many women do not know what a Midwife is or what their scope of practice is, so today I am breaking it all down! I also touch on what a Doula and Nurse are, plus their role in the birthing room! Love you Mama!
Jun 22, 2020•22 min
In this episode we are talking about postpartum mood disorders, focusing on postpartum blues and postpartum depression. We talk about how to recognize postpartum depression in yourself and others plus things you can do to help overcome it! Love you!
Jun 08, 2020•18 min
I wish this was my pregnancy announcement podcast, but unfortunately its not. I had a miscarriage around 9 weeks. We are heartbroken, but sharing this story helps me heal. Please if you've ever been through this or are currently experiencing this heartache reach out to me. I'd love to hear your story and walk through this together. I love all of you mamas! I love you angel baby and cant wait to hold you one day.
May 28, 2020•25 min
In this episode we're talking about the two vaccines recommended during pregnancy: the Tdap and Flu vaccine. Are they safe? What are the risks and benefits?
May 11, 2020•14 min
HELLO! today we are talking about toxins during pregnancy, and not obvious toxins. We're talking about toxins found in our day to day life and simple ways to avoid them!
May 04, 2020•19 min
We're wrapping up talking about the 3 medications given to your baby at birth, last one: VITAMIN K. Vitamin K is not a vaccine, it is a fat soluble vitamin given to prevent spontaneous bleeding in your newborn.
Apr 27, 2020•16 min
Today we are talking about 2 out of the 3 medications recommended at the birth of your newborn : the Hepatitis B Vaccine and Erythromycin eye ointment. Come back next week when we chat all about the Vitamin K shot! Love ya!
Apr 20, 2020•19 min
Lets talk about my two favorite topics in one, EXERCISE + PREGNANCY! Is it safe? what can I and can I not do? how intense can I workout?
Apr 15, 2020•13 min
Today we are hearing a birth story from Ericka Zellers. Ericka is a professional photographer specializing in weddings, elopements, couple, and family sessions. She had a fairly easy pregnancy, however her postpartum recovery was far from easy.
Apr 10, 2020•35 min
HOW EXCITING, this is my first ever podcast guest and interview. I am so excited for you to hear from Sam. She is a middle school teacher, one of my best friends, and just such an amazing person. She and her husband, Seth, are expecting their first baby in September 2020. Today she is 16 weeks pregnant and sharing her journey so far! Make sure to FOLLOW our podcast for weekly episodes!
Apr 07, 2020•15 min
In this episode we talk about epidurals! I discuss what exact an epidural is, how it works, what evidence shows about if it slows down your labor, and all the benefits + risks! I hope you feel more empowered to make your decision on getting an epidural after this episode! LOVE YA.
Apr 04, 2020•28 min
In this podcast we talk about all we know currently on the Coronavirus and Pregnancy. Hang in there momma, we will get through this.resources below:ACOGWHOCDC
Mar 26, 2020•20 min
In today episode we talk about EFM (electronic fetal monitoring) and all the different ways it can be done + the evidence behind EFM!
Mar 22, 2020•19 min
Today we're talking about GBS or Group B Strep!What is it?When will I be tested for GBS?What are the risks of GBS?Do I need antibiotics?How can I make sure I don't have GBS?Thank you for listening :) SUBSCRIBE and leave a review! love ya.
Mar 10, 2020•20 min
Lets talk about SKIN TO SKIN and the GOLDEN HOUR!what are they? why should we do it? what are the benefits? risks? and of course, my favorite, how to advocate for yourself to make sure you get that GOLDEN HOUR! love ya.
Mar 09, 2020•18 min
Hey guys! I am excited to share some tips and tricks to help you THRIVE through your first trimester of pregnancy. Lets chat about some simple tips and tricks to help you be the best you can while you combat the symptoms of the first trimester of pregnancy!
Mar 07, 2020•17 min
Hello! Lets talk about prenatal nutrition +supplementation! When it comes to pregnancy it can be so confusing on the do's and dont's of eating, I'm going to try to sort through the information and break it down to make it easy and digestible :) get it... digestible.
Feb 29, 2020•16 min
Hello! Today we talk about birth plans, or as I like to call them birth preferences! This is a guide to empower yourself to make you decisions and for your care providers to know what you want. Lets talk BIRTH PREFERENCES! Subscribe and leave a review on iTunes :)
Feb 27, 2020•18 min
Lets talk about Postpartum Hemorrhage!What is it, what increases the chances of a hemorrhage, and what do we do when it happens? In todays episode we talk all about these things and more! thank you for listening and make sure to follow our podcast + leave a review over on iTunes!
Feb 24, 2020•15 min
Ready for episode 2 of What The Bump! In this podcast we talk about the three people who you should have in your delivery room while you labor and give birth! Thank you for tuning in and I will see you next week with another episode!
Feb 20, 2020•9 min
Hello! Welcome to "What The Bump" where we will be talking prenatal, postpartum, and all things in between! My name is Jennifer and I am a labor and delivery nurse. My goal is to educate and learn with you all. I truly believe every mama deserves to have an informed pregnancy and birth where they feel empowered to make the decisions they choose, not ones chosen for them!
Feb 20, 2020•8 min
