Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat

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Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat

Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

  1. SEP 1

    Your Guide to Breastfeeding I S2E6

    We spoke with registered nurse and lactation consultant, MaryAnn, about breastfeeding. Did you know breastfeeding provides a long list of benefits for both mom and baby? Just a few benefits for babies are:  Reduced chance of childhood obesity Reduces risk of childhood cancer Building a healthy immune system For mom: Reduces the risk of uterine and breast cancers Helps mom get back to her pre-pregnancy weight more quickly Protects against heart disease    About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

    23 min

  2. AUG 1

    Bonus Episode: Her Story Project—Kari's Story

    The Her Story Project offers a place of inclusion and solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. Sometimes when we go through tough times in our lives, it’s easy to feel isolated. The Her Story Project is one avenue to remind women that they are not alone.  Kari came to The Pregnancy Network unsure about her future and her next steps, but found, "Hope for me, for the future, for my son, for myself and for my daughter." Kari found hope knowing that she wasn’t alone. We hope that hearing her story gives you some encouragement that you too, have the power to walk fearlessly through an unplanned pregnancy.  No matter what you’ve been through, we want to hear and share your story. By sharing your story with others, you can help empower women to face their unplanned pregnancies without fear and grow toward healing. Sharing your story could help another woman facing the same season feel seen and understood.  If you’re interested in sharing your story, click here to fill out a submission form.

    4 min

  3. JUL 1

    Navigating the First Trimester I S2E5

    Lauren Myers is a licensed registered nurse on staff at The Pregnancy Network and has experience specializing as a NICU nurse. She joins host Emily Greene to share her expertise, encouragement, and what women need to know about navigating the first trimester of pregnancy. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you. 00:00: Podcast Starts 00:33: Lauren's Intro 03:50: When is the First Trimester 04:25: Baby's Growth and Why The First Trimester is So Critical  06:44: What is the Earliest I Can Get an Ultrasound 08:36: First Trimester Challenges and How Long They Last 09:22: Relief for Naseau and Morning Sickness 10:02: What Causes First Trimester Symptoms 11:20: Benefits of Prenatal Vitamins and When to Take Them 15:02: What to Do if You Don't Have Health Insurance, Qualifying for Medicaid 16:04: When to Schedule Your First Prenatal Appointment  16:51: Adopt-A-Mom, Resources in the Triad for Prenatal Care 17:38: Importance of Prenatal Care 19:45: Announcing Your Pregnancy  22:03: Lauren's 'Why' For Serving  About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat  Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

    25 min

  4. JUN 3

    Bonus Episode: Her Story Project—Ariel’s Story

    The Her Story Project is a safe space to share stories and create solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. At The Pregnancy Network, one of the most common things we hear from women is that they feel alone. But nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned—that means no woman walking this path is truly alone. You may have chosen to parent, had an abortion, made an adoption plan, or suffered a miscarriage. No matter what you’ve been through, we want to hear and share your story. By sharing your story with others, you can help empower women to face their unplanned pregnancies without fear, or grow toward healing. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you.   0:10 - What is the Her Story Project?   0:20 - You’re Not Alone   0:32 - We Want To Hear and Share Your Story   0:47 - Ariel’s Story   1:36 - Making the Decision to Parent   2:05 - Judgement Free Zone    2:59 - Telemedicine Appointments Available   About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.  Visit Here for More Episodes Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat is available across streaming platforms on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube.

    4 min

  5. MAY 2

    Preparing for Your Hospital Birth I S2E4

    Hannah Booker is a staff Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She’s been with us for four years and previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Preparing for Your Hospital Birth.  Hannah’s compassion for women and desire to serve translates into her passion for nursing. With her experience working in labor and delivery, she provides an invaluable perspective to the women we serve on equipping themselves for their hospital births. Discover Hannah’s insights on what to bring in your hospital bag, when to go to the hospital, and how to communicate your birth plan to your provider by listening to Hannah’s episode below. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you. 1:33: What Should You Pack & What You Shouldn’t 5:14: Breast Milk Pump; To Bring Or Not To Bring 7:33: Heading To The Hospital 9:16: Must-Know Hospital Pre-Registration Info 11:33: Sharing Your Birth Plan 14:40 Resources Available To  You 17:30:  Valuable Encouragement About Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices

    24 min

  6. APR 1

    Navigating Community Resources Together | S2E3

    Olivia Charnetzky is the Case Manager and Client Services Coordinator at The Pregnancy Network. She’s been with us for two years and recently piloted our case management services. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Navigating Community Resource Together. Olivia’s passion for serving women translates into providing practical resources and support. She’s an expert on community and national resources available to empower you in your situation, whether that be an unplanned pregnancy or something else. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you. 1:03 - Olivia’s Education and Background 4:04 - The Pregnancy Network’s Case Management Services 5:30 - The Most Common Challenges Women Face 8:00 - National Resources for Women 9:09 - One Actionable Step You Can Take 11:54 - Success Stories at The Pregnancy Network 13:43 - Olivia’s Why and Most Rewarding Moments Resources Mentioned: Her PLAN - https://herplan.org/ Wheels 4 Hope - https://wheels4hope.org/ My Sister Susan’s House - https://www.youthfocus.org/maternity-housing/ Room At The Inn - https://www.roominn.org/

    15 min

  7. MAR 1

    Becoming Empowered in Your Parenting | S2E2

    Leslie Wright first came to The Pregnancy Network during her pregnancy. Today she serves as a volunteer, teaching our free classes. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Becoming Empowered in Your Parenting. Because she’s been on both sides of our services, she has a unique and invaluable perspective on what it means to be empowered for your pregnancy and parenting journey. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you. 0:55 - Leslie’s Story 2:02 - What Was the Decision to Parent Like for You? 4:46 - Parenting from a Christian Perspective  7:33 - Leslie’s Advice for Parents who are Intimidated to Take on Parenting 10:45 - The Most Rewarding Parts of Parenting 13:41 - What Leslie Would Share With Someone Who’s Unexpectedly Pregnant 16:50 - Where Leslie is at in Her Parenting Journey 18:54 - Leslie’s Why for Volunteering at The Pregnancy Network

    21 min

  8. FEB 1

    Fertility Awareness Methods | S2E1

    Beth Appiah joins host Chloe Belk to discuss “Fertility Awareness Methods”.  Beth is a Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She is currently working on her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and hopes to specialize in Women’s Health. Whether you’re curious about different methods of birth control or you’re hoping to grow your family, fertility awareness is a powerful tool to help you know your body and plan your family.  0:27 - Beth’s Introduction 1:10 - What is fertility awareness? 1:46 - The Phases of a Woman’s Cycle 5:03 - Common Symptoms During Each Phase 9:00 - Misconceptions on Fertility Awareness 12:03  - Types of Fertility Awareness Methods 18:21 - How effective are fertility awareness methods? 19:49 - Can fertility awareness methods be used in conjunction with other methods of birth control? 23:12 - How Fertility Awareness Methods Empower Women 27:05 - Where to Start With Fertility Awareness Methods 30:31 - Beth’s Why for Empowering Women With Fertility Awareness

    32 min
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Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.

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