Growing Our Family - Pregnancy Podcast Brittany Dougherty

Pregnancy Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 45: Pregnancy Nutrition with Mamas Maternal Health







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Makayla and Cassandra are the founders of Mamas Maternal Health, a Virtual Nutrition Counseling business specializing in pregnancy and lactation helping both you and your child to achieve maximum health during this critical time period. 

Pregnancy Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 41: Pregnancy Hormones with Courtney and Katie from the Push Revolution Podcast







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Courtney and Katie are a Doctor and Certified Nurse Midwife/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner team here to provide expert advice and evidence-based information to empower parents in achieving understanding, support, and health in the pregnancy and postpartum period. They are here today to talk all about Pregnancy hormones and the effect they have on our bodies both before and after birth. 

Pregnancy Podcast Rebroadcast – Episode 38: VBAC’s with Meg and Julie from the VBAC Link







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Today’s guests, Meg and Julie, are both doulas and the hosts of the VBAC Link podcast. They are here to talk all about Vaginal birth after cesarean, self advocacy, avoiding unnecessary interventions, and so much more. Any pregnant mamas will benefit from this episode, not just VBAC mamas! 

Pregnancy Podcast – Episode 74: First Newborn Checkup with Brooke from SimplyWell.Baby 







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Brooke is a mom of 3 and has a 10+-year background as a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP). Prior to becoming a CPNP, she worked as a Registered Nurse in both pediatrics and postpartum. Her background provides her with a strong basis in holistic health & wellness, parenting, and child development. 







Growing Our Family · S01E74 – First Newborn Checkup with Brooke from SimplyWell.Baby







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Show Notes







When does the first appointment take place? 







What to expect during this first visit?







-Family History







-Questions about Pregnancy







-Delivery & Birth







-Social History 







-PPD







-Development







What do they check for on a physical exam? 







What questions should you ask?







Why is it important to make it to all of their well check visits? 







Brooke’s parenting courses:







Your Parenting Journey – The First Weeks: https://simplywellbaby.teachable.com/p/thefirstweeks 







Your Parenting Journey – The First Six Months: https://simplywellbaby.teachable.com/p/thefirstsixmonths 







Beginner Bundle: https://simplywellbaby.teachable.com/p/your-parenting-journey-beginner-bundle 







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Pregnancy Podcast – Episode 73: Pregnancy tips for working moms with Carlisa Brown







Carlisa Brown RN, MSN is a professional nurse who always had a passion for helping nurture people back to health and educate. She has over 12 years nursing experience ranging from Adults, Neonatal, education, and Quality of care. During her time working with patients she grew to love the journey of pregnancy and being able to educate and help new mothers be the best nurturer they could be. Being a mom herself and working as a nurse she grew to understand the struggles of working while pregnant. Real Nurturers was started to help educate women on pregnancy and find ways to be comfortable and feel great while pregnant and working. Giving them the proper education, support, and products that will help prepare them for the trials of pregnancy and motherhood. Carlisa’s goal is to help every mom and expectant mom know they are great, a superhero, and of course a Real Nurturer!







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Growing Our Family · Pregnancy tips for working moms with Carlisa Brown







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Show Notes







* When and how should you let your boss know you are pregnant? Is there a timeframe that would be most ideal for filling your position? * How do you deal with pregnancy discomforts at work? * Any tips for scheduling appointments around your work schedule? First appt of the day, lunch time, last of the day, scheduling in advance? * What should moms ask about preparing for maternity leave? (FMLA, paid vs unpaid, when to start leave, pumping accommodations, etc) * What laws are there to protect working moms during pregnancy? 







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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realnurturers/ 







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Pregnancy Podcast – Episode 72: Using TENS in labor with Judy Key







Judy Key is a DONA Certified Birth Doula and Certified Childbirth Educator. She works with New Life Birth Services, a doula collective in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Judy’s favorite part of her life as a doula are the new relationships that are born out of supporting families. 







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Growing Our Family · S01E72 – Using TENS in labor with Judy Key







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Show Notes







-What is a TENS unit?







-Is it safe for both mom and baby?







-How can this help with pain management during labor? 







(is there a difference between low intensity and high intensity)







-What is the Gate Control Theory? 







-Are there any downsides to using a TENS machine?







-Can you use it in conjunction with other pain relief options?







-Where do you typically connect the pads?







-How do you select a TENS unit? 







Judy’s Recommended Product: 







OBI TENS Plus with Booster Button (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001DDZBHK/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_NF3EFb2476GX2 







Dr. Frederick’s TENS Unit Electrodes : https://amzn.to/34qHSGS 







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Website: https://www.newlifebirthservices.org/







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