Pregnancy Pain Sucks

Dr. Brandie Keates
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Let’s be real—pregnancy can be tough, and sometimes, it downright sucks. But guess what? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Welcome to Pregnancy Sucks, your go-to podcast for honest, evidence-based talks about the ups, downs, and everything in between of pregnancy. Hosted by Dr. Brandie, a seasoned pregnancy chiropractor, this podcast offers a blend of expert insights and heartfelt conversations to help you, your partner, and your providers get the pregnancy experience you deserve. Remember, “Pregnancy pain is common, not normal."

  1. 4D AGO

    Pregnancy Loss: The Grief No One Talks About (And Why You Shouldn’t Carry It Alone) | Shruti Trivedi

    Pregnancy loss is more common than we talk about — but the grief that follows is often silenced. In this powerful episode, Dr. Brandie sits down with transformation coach Shruti to unpack the emotional impact of miscarriage, late pregnancy loss, and why suppressing grief can show up years later as anxiety, panic attacks, or burnout. If you’ve experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy trauma… this conversation is for you. And if you’re a provider caring for pregnant women, this may change how you support them forever. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: The emotional impact of pregnancy loss and how grief can resurface years later Why many women return to work too quickly after miscarriage How suppressed grief can show up as panic attacks or anxiety The stigma around therapy during pregnancy and postpartum What actually helps a grieving mother (hint: presence, not platitudes)   CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Access Full Show Notes Here: https://www.drbrandie.com/podcasts/pregnancy-pain-sucks/episodes/2149130677    Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour   Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    16 min

  2. FEB 11

    Why 2nd Pregnancies Can Go Off the Rails

    In this episode, Dr. Brandie breaks down why later pregnancies are often more painful, more overwhelming, and far more predictable than most women realize. She explains the mechanical stress, muscular imbalances, and lifestyle patterns that compound over time…especially when you’re caring for other children, sitting for long hours, or trying to “push through” discomfort. This is your reminder: it may be common… but it’s not normal. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why heat can sometimes make pain significantly worse The impact of prolonged sitting on hip flexors, SI joints, and low back pain Simple changes you can make at work or home to reduce strain CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    15 min

  3. FEB 4

    Why Each Pregnancy Feels Harder (And What To Do About It)

    Why does your second, third, or fourth pregnancy often feel harder than the first? In this episode, Dr. Brandie explains the mechanical, muscular, and lifestyle reasons this happens—and why it’s far more predictable than most women realize. From the strain of caring for toddlers while pregnant to the reality that unresolved hip, SI joint, and low back issues don’t magically disappear between pregnancies, she breaks down what’s actually happening inside your body. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why later pregnancies often bring more back, hip, and SI joint pain How inactivity during pregnancy makes delivery physically harder The connection between chiropractic mobility and smoother deliveries CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    8 min

  4. JAN 28

    Pregnancy Advice from my Personal Trainer | Maria Rossi

    Pregnancy isn’t just a physical experience…it can shake your identity, your confidence, and your sense of self in ways no one prepares you for. Dr. Brandie sits down with personal trainer and longtime friend Maria Rossi for a deeply honest conversation about pregnancy, depression, self-worth, and rebuilding yourself one small step at a time. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: You don’t need to overhaul your life to start feeling better Tiny habits can slowly turn down the “bad” and turn up the “good” It’s okay to ask for help (and it’s never too late to start) CONNECT WITH MARIA ROSSI: Website: https://www.mariarossifitness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariarossifitness CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    10 min

  5. JAN 21

    Fourth Trimester Truth: What Your 1st Pregnancy Left Behind

    In this episode, Dr. Brandie breaks down one of the most confusing and frustrating experiences women face after their first pregnancy: why the second (or third) one feels so much harder. Using a powerful Titanic analogy, she explains why pregnancy-related damage doesn’t simply “fade with time,” how un-rehabbed pelvic floor and pelvic alignment issues stay dormant for years, and why pain often resurfaces during later pregnancies—or even decades later. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why second and third pregnancies often feel more painful than the first The “Titanic effect” of pregnancy damage that never fully healed Why time alone doesn’t rehab pelvic floor or pelvic alignment issues CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    12 min

  6. JAN 14

    Second Pregnancy Surprises (What They Don’t Tell You)

    In this episode, Dr. Brandie speaks directly to women who feel blindsided by pregnancy pain—especially the second and third time around. She explains why pain patterns change after your first pregnancy, how an un-rehabbed pelvic floor contributes to unexpected symptoms, and why so many women feel scared and isolated when their body doesn’t “work” the way it did before. This conversation is for the woman who thought she knew what to expect—and is now wondering why no one warned her. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlQb-6adXkc TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why second pregnancies often hurt more than the first The difference between “common” pregnancy pain and what’s actually normal How pelvic floor changes after baby #1 impact pain in later pregnancies CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie

    16 min

  7. JAN 7

    When Strong Women Surrender

    In this episode, Dr. Brandie speaks directly to strong, high-functioning women who are struggling with an unexpected part of pregnancy: surrender. She unpacks why pregnancy forces identity shifts, how overachieving and self-abandonment show up during this season, and why some relationships crack when you can’t be who you used to be. This conversation is for the woman who’s always powered through—and is now learning a different kind of strength. TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why surrender feels like failure for high-achieving women How pregnancy exposes unhealthy dynamics and relationships Letting go of who you were without losing yourself CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    24 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    Setting Goals While Pregnant

    In this episode, Dr. Brandie digs into a surprisingly overlooked part of pregnancy: setting goals. She explains why intentionality, emotional safety, and advocating for your needs can completely transform your pregnancy and birth experience. This conversation is a powerful reminder that agency, support, and clarity matter just as much as physical preparation. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrBrandieKeates  TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why setting simple goals can make pregnancy feel easier How support and emotional safety impact your experience Small things you can do to feel more prepared for birth CONNECT WITH DR. BRANDIE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorbrandie/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorbrandie/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrandie  Access Full Show Notes Here: https://www.drbrandie.com/podcasts/pregnancy-pain-sucks/episodes/2149131485  Struggling with Pubic Pain? Download our free guide here: https://www.drbrandie.com/48hour Available Courses:  Conquering Pubic Pain (for sharp, stabbing pain in your pelvis when walking, rolling over, or climbing stairs): https://www.drbrandie.com/pubicpain  Wrist Pain Relief (for carpal tunnel, tingling, or that ache that radiates up your arm):  https://www.drbrandie.com/wrist  Rib Pain Solutions (for that feeling like you can't take a full breath or something's jabbing you under your ribs): https://www.drbrandie.com/ribpain  Back, Hip, Leg & Foot Pain (for sciatica, hip clicking, round ligament pain, or plantar fasciitis): https://www.drbrandie.com/backpain  Headache Freedom (for tension headaches, migraines, or that pressure behind your eyes): https://www.drbrandie.com/headaches

    22 min
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Let’s be real—pregnancy can be tough, and sometimes, it downright sucks. But guess what? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Welcome to Pregnancy Sucks, your go-to podcast for honest, evidence-based talks about the ups, downs, and everything in between of pregnancy. Hosted by Dr. Brandie, a seasoned pregnancy chiropractor, this podcast offers a blend of expert insights and heartfelt conversations to help you, your partner, and your providers get the pregnancy experience you deserve. Remember, “Pregnancy pain is common, not normal."

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  • Creator
    Dr. Brandie Keates
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Pregnancy Pain Sucks