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  • Trish covers the intricacies and benefits of the different birthing spaces: 

    💗Home births

    💗Birth centers

    💗Hospital deliveries 

    Trish breaks down how each birthing space works, their vibe, and the differences to help you to decide which place is the best option for YOU to give birth.

    This episode aims to empower pregnant women to understand their birthing space options and make informed decisions for their childbirth experiences. 

    Tune into this episode to learn the differences between home births, birth centers, and hospital deliveries.

    As always, Trish emphasizes the importance of being educated and empowered in making birth choices.

    00:49 Personal Update and Audience Interactions

    01:51 Overview of Birth Locations

    03:00 Home Birth: Freedom and Control

    09:35 Birth Centers: A Balanced Option

    15:20 Hospital Birth: Navigating Policies and Rights

    21:05 Empowerment and Education for All Births

    Resources:

    First Trimester Secret Podcast

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

  • Trish welcomes Jaimie Zaki, a nurse, birth doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and homeschooling mama of five. 

    Jaimie shares her challenging journey with breastfeeding her first baby, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's intuition, preparing ahead of time, and advocating for oneself. Jaimie helps pregnant women unleash their inner fierce MamaBear to achieve their breastfeeding goals, regardless of what the world tells them is possible.

    Together, Trish and Jaimie discuss the need for breastfeeding education and continuous support for new mothers to ensure positive breastfeeding experiences and overall well-being. 

    Through their personal stories, they inspire mothers to take control of their breastfeeding journey with confidence and informed decision-making. 

    Tune into this episode to help prepare for your breastfeeding journey with confidence. 

    00:51 Meet Jaimie: Nurse, Lactation Consultant, and Doula

    01:36 Jaimie's Breastfeeding Journey: Challenges and Advocacy

    05:20 The Turning Point: Finding Support and Solutions

    12:46 The Importance of Prenatal Preparation and Support

    16:13 Empowering Mothers: Changing the Birth Culture

    30:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    More from Jaimie Zaki:

    Grab her course: Latching with Confidence

    Access her FREE Breastfeeding Class: Secrets to First Latch without Pain

    Visit her website LittleBearLactation.com

    Connect with her on Instagram: @littlebearlactation

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our

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  • Trish provides essential tips for preparing you and your home for postpartum recovery. 

    Drawing from six of her own postpartum experiences, Trish outlines her '555 Booty Recovery Guide,' which breaks down the first 15 days postpartum into manageable sections to help mamas ensure proper healing during this time. 

    She emphasizes the importance of setting up a well-stocked postpartum space, tips for organizing help from friends and family, healing with food, and creating a cozy, stress-free environment. 

    Trish also discusses the necessity of good nutrition and hydration, as well as communication with your support system to ensure a smooth recovery process.

    Tune into this episode to learn how to rock your postpartum experience with these expert tips.

    00:54 Creating Your Postpartum Sanctuary

    02:55 Essential Supplies for Postpartum

    04:16 Organizing Your Healing Space

    10:54 The 555 Booty Recovery Guide

    14:38 Final Tips for Postpartum Recovery

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.

  • Trish welcomes Jessi LeVesconte, a pregnancy manifestation coach, fertility and life coach, and author, to discuss the transformative power of mindset and manifestation in your motherhood journey. 

    Jessi shares her personal journey from struggling with infertility to successfully manifesting her pregnancies. The conversation emphasizes identity work, mindset shifts, and the importance of self-love. 

    Jessi talks about her five-step mama identity framework and shares a heart-warming story of one of her mamas she’s worked with to manifest her pregnancy against the odds. 

    “You don't manifest what you want. You don't manifest what your thoughts are. You don't manifest what you do. You manifest who you are. “ - Jessi

    The episode highlights the significance of mindset in overcoming challenges and creating a joyful motherhood experience.

    00:57 Meet Jessi LeVesconte: Pregnancy Manifestation Coach

    01:45 Jessi's Journey to Manifesting Motherhood

    06:06 The Power of Mindset in Pregnancy and Motherhood

    11:44 Client Success Stories and Impact

    14:40 Future Plans

    22:51 Closing Thoughts and Resources

    Connect with Jessi LeVesconte:

    Visit her website: OhHiMama.com

    Follow her on Instagram: @manifestingmotherhoodcoaching

    Follow her on TikTok: @manifestingmotherhood

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama...

  • Welcome to this Instagram live teaching focused on empowering mamas with powerful techniques for breathing, mindset, and pushing to empower your birth experience.  

    Trish covers techniques for all three of these crucial aspects of a positive birth experience: 

    ⭐Breathing

    ⭐Mindset

    ⭐Pushing

    Trish emphasizes the importance of mastering controlled breathing to reduce pain and anxiety, walking you through the different breathing techniques to utilize for each stage of labor, while maintaining a positive mindset with tools such as affirmations and visualizations, and understanding how to push effectively by working with your body. 

    She also discusses powerful techniques like EFT tapping (emotional freedom techniques). 

    This episode is designed to help mothers feel confident, in control, and empowered during their pregnancy and birth. 

    Tune in for all of Trish’s tips and techniques for you to feel like the confident, birth queen that you are, in preparing for labor. 

    00:55 Engaging with the Audience

    01:30 Starting the Discussion: Breathing, Mindset, and Pushing

    01:59 The Power of Breathing Techniques

    10:21 Mastering Your Mindset

    15:05 Effective Pushing Strategies

    19:13 Final Thoughts

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links);...

  • Trish is joined by Anna McClellan. Anna is a mama of three to a 5 year old boy, 3 year old girl, and 10 week old boy and a pregnancy and postpartum trainer based in Nashville. 

    Anna shares her inspiring journey, encompassing her role as a mother of three and her transition from becoming a doula, to combining her passions for fitness and birth to support pregnant and postpartum mamas. 

    Anna discusses her different birth experiences, including unmedicated births in all different settings: a hospital, birthing center, and a home birth. She shares how these experiences have shaped her approach to fitness and birth preparation for other mothers. 

    Trish and Anna also touch on the emotional and physical complexities of miscarriage, sharing their miscarriage experiences, while highlighting the importance of community support and open conversations about loss. 

    Anna emphasizes the significance of mindset, intentional movements during labor, and the healing power of a redemptive birth experience.

    Tune into this episode to hear Anna’s inspiring birth stories.

    00:52 Anna's Background and Journey

    02:35 Balancing Doula Work and Motherhood

    03:22 Combining Fitness and Birth Work

    06:36 Anna's Birth Stories

    16:31 Miscarriage and Healing

    18:27 Supporting Each Other Through Loss

    25:07 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Anna

    Connect with Anna McClellan:

    Follow her on Instagram @movelikeamotha

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical...

  • Trish guides expecting mothers through the different settings where they can give birth while exploring their birth options. 

    Trish explains the benefits and considerations of home births, birth centers, and hospital births, emphasizing that the choice should be based on where each mom feels the most comfortable and empowered. 

    She provides practical advice for navigating each environment and underscores the importance of being informed and prepared to advocate for oneself. 

    The episode is filled with insights on retaining control over the birthing process and making educated decisions for a positive birth experience.

    01:49 Exploring Home Birth Options

    03:29 The Freedom of Home Birth

    05:58 Transitioning to Birth Centers

    09:53 Navigating Hospital Births

    13:05 Empowerment and Advocacy in Birth

    14:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the...

  • Trish discusses the crucial topic of recognizing and responding to red flags during labor. 

    She highlights five critical warning signs that pregnant mamas should watch out for and how to confidently address these issues with their healthcare providers. 

    Trish also emphasizes the importance of trusting your instincts, understanding the stages of labor, and confidently advocating for yourself in the delivery room. 

    Additionally, she introduces her upcoming 'Watch Me Birth Challenge' and invites listeners to join her birth education classes for further empowerment and support.

    00:00 Welcome to The Birth Experience 

    02:04 The Importance of Listening to Your Body

    04:01 Empowerment and Advocacy During Labor

    05:06 Understanding Labor Stages and Coping Tools

    08:34 Recognizing Red Flags During Labor

    12:32 Final Thoughts and How to Join Our Birth Classes

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    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with

  • Trish welcomes Elizabeth Agrapidis to share practical strategies to help new moms maintain joy while supporting their baby's development. 

    Elizabeth Agrapidis is an accomplished educator, pediatric physical therapist, teacher, NDT certified practitioner, author, toy inventor, wife and a mom of two. She is putting many of the puzzle pieces of whole child development together for childcare professionals and moms from the convenience of your home through a certificate program and specially offered seminars. 

    She is building an active community to change the futures of children and families by teaching moms and childcare professionals how to optimize a baby’s brain - body connections and create the best developmental experiences that will set them up to succeed and to relieve the worry of “Am I Doing Everything Right?”  

    Her growing movement is called AbiliFit Pediatric Development Specialists and the Develop Connect Nurture Method Infant Development Certificate Program!

    Trish and Elizabeth discuss the importance of an 'awake time' schedule, neuro play activities, and a simple, manageable approach to baby play and milestones. 

    This episode includes tips on: 

    ⭐Creating an effective play space

    ⭐Addressing early developmental issues

    ⭐Activating core muscles

    ⭐Reaching development milestones

    The episode aims to alleviate stress and guilt for mothers, offering actionable steps and personal anecdotes for a more joyful motherhood experience. 

    00:54 Meet Elizabeth Agrapidis: Pediatric Physical Therapist

    02:51 Practical Tips for New Moms

    03:20 NeuroPlay and Awake Time Schedule

    05:13 Creating a Positive Environment for Babies

    08:36 Simple Activities for Baby Development

    11:38 Addressing Developmental Concerns Early

    14:14 Understanding Pediatrician Challenges

    14:48 Common Concerns from Moms

    15:04 Movement and Development Issues

    16:59 Addressing Delayed Movement

    19:17 Tummy Time and Core Development

    22:08 Finding More Resources

    22:50 Ebook and Final Thoughts

    More from Elizabeth Agrapidis:

    Visit her website AbiliFit.org

    Connect with her on Instagram: @abilifit_pedidev

    Join her FaceBook Group

    If you are a parent and would like a private assessment for you and your baby, please reach out via email or a free 15 minute consultation here.

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

  • Trish covers all the critical aspects of medical interventions during pregnancy and birth, and how you can navigate these medical interventions with confidence, like a birth boss. 

    She discusses essential interventions such as movement restriction, IV administration, and cervical exams, while emphasizing the necessity of informed consent and understanding procedures like induction methods, assisted birth interventions, and cesarean sections. 

    Trish stresses the importance of being educated to gain knowledge, enhance your mindset, to be able to navigate medical interventions during birth like a boss. 

    Labor Nurse Mama’s classes offer expert workshops, interactive sessions, a supportive community of birth workers and moms, and unique features like the 'labor bat signal' for personal support from Trish and her team of doulas. 

    Preparing mothers to take control of their birth experience, Trish invites moms and mamas to be to become empowered, calm, and confident 'queens' of their birth journeys, supported by a community.

    01:02 Understanding Medical Interventions in Pregnancy and Birth

    02:47 Movement Restriction During Labor

    05:10 The Role of IVs in Labor

    06:40 Fetal Monitoring Explained

    08:51 Cervical Exams: Necessity and Risks

    11:34 Induction and Augmentation of Labor

    16:05 Assisted Birth Interventions

    18:07 Empowering Birth Education

    19:17 Navigating Medical Interventions

    19:51 The VBAC Lab Experience

    21:14 Understanding Cesarean Sections

    22:59 Common Labor Interventions

    25:48 Becoming the Birth Queen

    27:16 Join the Community

    29:51 Final Thoughts and Resources

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our

  • Trish is excited to welcome Dr. Rebecca Dekker to the podcast! Dr. Dekker is a PhD, RN, and the founder of Evidence Based BirthÂź.

    Dr. Rebecca Dekker had a traumatic birth experience when she trusted doctors to do what was best for her, and was shocked after finding out the care she got was not evidence-based. Doctors advised restricted food and drink, bed rest, and an epidural, only to end up with a vacuum-assisted delivery and separation from her newborn baby.

    For her second child, she opted for a midwife-assisted birth, even though it was illegal in her state. She’s now looking to change parents’ mindsets during pregnancy to question if the care they are being provided is the right one for them and what alternatives they should have access to.

    As a RN for two decades, she’s experienced firsthand (as a nurse, researcher, and mother) that routine care in hospitals is not tailored and can even be harmful at times.

    The conversation centers around empowering women through education and understanding during childbirth.

    This episode highlights critical topics such as the importance of finding your voice, individualized birth plans, and the significance of evidence-based care and informed decision making. 

    Also covered are common concerns around inductions, particularly for gestational diabetes, and how to engage confidently with healthcare providers. 

    They emphasize the value of a supportive birth community and continuous learning for both parents and birth practitioners.

    00:54 Exciting Guest Introduction: Dr. Rebecca Dekker

    02:57 Dr. Rebecca Dekker's Birth Story and Realizations

    07:37 The Creation of Evidence Based Birth

    10:31 Empowering Women in Childbirth

    19:42 Discussing Inductions and Gestational Diabetes

    28:21 Navigating Provider Relationships and Birth Choices

    33:45 Conclusion and How to Connect

    Connect with Dr. Rebecca Dekker:

    Connect with her on Instagram @ebbirth

    Listen to the Evidence Based Birth Podcast

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive...

  • Trish emphasizes the importance of understanding your rights during labor and pregnancy to have a confident and empowered birth experience. 

    As a labor and delivery nurse with over 16 years of experience and a mother of seven, she stresses the need for informed consent—being fully informed about medical interventions to make voluntary decisions without pressure. 

    “Your voice is the most powerful voice in the labor room.”

    -Trish

    Trish discusses common misconceptions about routine procedures and the necessity of creating a supporting birth environment, and having a well-informed support team.

    The episode guides mothers-to-be in making educated choices that align with their preferences during childbirth. Additionally, Trish invites listeners to join her birth classes for childbirth education, community, and empowerment.

    00:52 Understanding Your Rights During Labor

    02:20 The Importance of Informed Consent

    07:40 Common Interventions and Your Choices

    13:33 Choosing Your Birth Team

    17:41 Creating a Comfortable Birth Environment

    19:31 Conclusion and Next Steps

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    ï»żResources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum...

  • Trish welcomes Samantha Day, a certified sleep specialist, about the myths and truths surrounding newborn and new mama sleep. 

    Samantha shares her journey from being a behavior specialist to becoming a newborn sleep expert, and provides practical tips for new and expecting mothers to optimize their baby's sleep and how to prepare for this during pregnancy. 

    She emphasizes that sleep is a learned behavior and that parents CAN teach their baby new behavioral patterns to reach the sleep they're looking for.

    Trish and Samantha discuss the importance of credible research, setting realistic expectations, and addressing common misconceptions such as the “necessity” of 'cry it out' methods, and the benefits of contact sleep. 

    An important point in the episode, that both Trish and Samantha emphasize, is the need for flexibility, consistency, and understanding each child's unique requirements to ensure optimal sleep for both baby and parent.

    00:55 Meet the Expert: Certified Sleep Consultant Sam

    01:53 Sam's Journey: From Behavior Specialist to Sleep Consultant

    05:20 Debunking Sleep Myths and Setting Realistic Expectations

    12:28 The Importance of Consistency and Flexibility in Sleep Teaching

    20:12 Addressing Contact Sleep and Co-Sleeping Concerns

    24:25 The Impact of Social Media and Comparison on Parenting

    32:23 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Resources

    More from this episode:

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    More from Samantha Day:

    Listen to her Podcast: Happy Days Rested Nights Podcast

    Connect with her on Instagram - @samanthadaysleepconsulting 

    Connect with her on TikTok - @Happydaysrestednights 

    Visit her website - www.samanthadayconsulting.com

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or 

  • Today, we're talking about a really important topic, how to avoid a cesarean.  With c section rates being so high, it's crucial to know how to boost your chances of a vaginal delivery, and avoid unnecessary interventions.

    We're going to cover the risks of cesareans, why they happen, and I'm going to share some tips, some practical, but enlightening tips to help you avoid one.

    I cannot emphasize enough how:

    educationchoosing your provider wiselyhaving a powerful birth planstaying healthy and activehaving an educated support person

    Will keep you out of the line for the operating room. And that is really what we want.

    Listen to this episode to learn how to maximize your chances for a vaginal delivery, avoiding unnecessary c -sections.

    01:48 Understanding Cesarean Birth

    03:22 The Importance of Birth Education

    06:43 Risks Associated with C-Sections

    08:58 Addressing Failure to Progress

    29:54 Creating a Positive Birth Environment

    33:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission...

  • Learn about the BEST PREGNANCY FOODS to keep you and your baby healthy during this journey.

    Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, Owner, and Founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist, is on the show today. Ryann is a clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Author of The Feel-Good Pregnancy Cookbook, and master online nutrition educator. 

    Today, we'll talk about what foods are recommended during pregnancy and why having a good diet is important.

    Click here to learn about Ryann's Prenatal Nutrition App: https://labornursemama.com/meal-plans

    00:00 Introduction to Fearless Birth Experience

    02:48 Guest Introduction: Ryann Kipping, the Prenatal Dietitian

    03:51 Balancing Nutrition During Pregnancy

    07:16 First Trimester Nutrition Tips

    13:21 Second Trimester Nutrition Tips

    19:16 Third Trimester Nutrition Tips

    20:33 Importance of Omega 3s in the Third Trimester

    21:27 Prepping for the Fourth Trimester

    22:37 Essential Nutrients for Postpartum Recovery

    25:40 Eating During Labor: Tips and Recommendations

    32:09 Postpartum Nutrition and Breastfeeding

    32:56 Sushi and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

    35:44 Introducing the Prenatal Nutrition Library App

    37:08 Final Thoughts and Superpowers

    More from Ryann Kipping:

    Follow her on Instagram @prenatalnutritionist

    Visit her website New.ThePrenatalNutritionLibrary.com

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our

  • Empower your birth with Trish’s three part framework: 

    Mindset EducationAdvocacy

    In this powerful teaching, Trish shares her insights and expert tips to help expecting mothers navigate the journey of childbirth with confidence, diving into what you CAN control during birth. 

    Trish emphasizes the importance of mindset, education, and advocacy in achieving the best birth experience. 

    “These are the most important things, and these are the things that make such a difference when you go into labor. These are the things I can't teach you at bedside. This is why you have to be prepared. And obviously, I have birth classes. I am 100 percent  passionate about you guys being prepared.” - Trish

    She also provides details on her birth classes and ALL the amazing goodies inside, which cover tools and strategies for labor, birth, and postpartum care, as well as a supportive community of mamas. 

    As always, Trish encourages listeners to take control of their birth experiences by being informed, prepared, and empowered to speak up for their needs.

    00:52 Welcome Mamas

    01:51 Workshop Overview and Key Tips

    06:15 Mindset and Birth Preparation

    14:08 The Power of Knowledge and Support

    18:00 Empowerment and Using Your Voice

    25:00 Course Offerings and Enrollment

    30:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, 

  • Trish welcomes her Calm Labor Confident Birth student, Taylor, to share her inspiring birth story. 

    Taylor (45 next month) is a wife and mum of Luca, her first son who was born in June with her husband Dennis. 

    She goes by Dr. Taylor Burrowes on social media (her maiden name) and has a PhD in marriage, couples & family counseling. 

    She’s a retired mental health counselor and retired marriage therapist who now works as an online coach, consultant, match maker & creator of THE VETTING SYSTEMâ„ąïž

    Taylor shares her birth story from her recent birth experience at 44, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared and healthy, and how Trish’s classes helped her make informed decisions. 

    From joining the Labor Nurse Mama membership community, to navigating birth choices and the induction process, to postpartum experiences, Taylor and Trish dive into it all.

    This conversation highlights the significance of a supportive community and the impact of support, your health, and proper preparation for a positive birthing and postpartum experience.

    00:00 Introduction to Trish Ware and Her Passion for Motherhood

    00:54 Meet Taylor: A Special Guest and Student

    02:25 Taylor's Journey to Labor Nurse Mama

    05:24 Navigating Induction and Birth Plans

    11:59 The Induction Process and Hospital Experience

    16:19 Epidural Experience and Final Stages of Labor

    20:44 Navigating Labor with an Epidural

    23:25 Reflections on Induction and Baby's Condition

    25:01 Postpartum Recovery and Health

    28:11 Importance of Preconception Health

    32:11 Finding the Right Partner and Family Planning

    37:52 Encouragement for Single Women and Success Stories

    39:56 Conclusion and Community Support

    More from Dr. Taylor Burrowes:

    Book a free or paid call with her HERE

    Connect with her on Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful...

  • Listen in to this educational episode as Trish teaches you how to harness the power of mindset, emphasizing your mindset’s pivotal role in achieving a confident and calm birth experience. 

    Trish introduces various mindset strategies, shares personal anecdotes, and highlights the importance of education in labor preparation. 

    She discusses the fear-pain-tension cycle, the impact of fight or flight response during labor, and the significance of coping strategies, knowledge, and visualization. 

    “Your mindset is everything for an incredible birth experience. Remember, your body is capable, your mind is powerful, but together they can make your birth everything you ever dreamed of.” 

    - Trish

    Trish advocates for thorough preparation and presents her birth courses designed to equip mothers with the skills and confidence needed for a positive birth experience.

    00:00 Introduction to Birth Mindset

    00:51 Understanding the Power of Mindset

    02:09 Personal Experiences and Lessons

    06:14 The Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle

    11:02 Coping Strategies and Techniques

    15:37 Q&A and Final Thoughts

    Resources:

    Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my

  • Trish welcomes Daphne Delvaux, also known as the Mama Attorney, about the complexities and rights surrounding pregnancy and employment. 

    Daphne Delvaux, Esq. is an award-winning trial attorney and Founder of Delvaux Law, a firm devoted to women's rights at work.

    Daphne is also the creator of the Mamattorney, a platform on a mission to educate women on their rights at work and teach them how to advocate for their needs so they can receive more financial freedom and time freedom without sacrificing their career goals. 

    She is routinely seen as the expert on pregnancy and postpartum discrimination as well as maternity leave regulations. Daphne is on a mission to help ambitious moms achieve professional homecoming.

    As an employment attorney, Daphne emphasizes the importance of understanding your rights as a pregnant or postpartum mother in the workplace. Key points include the Pregnant Workers' Fairness Act, accommodation rights, and the significance of educating both employers and employees about these rights. 

    The conversation covers practical advice for handling pregnancy-related work issues, the importance of early communication with employers, and how dads can also navigate paternity leave and workplace accommodations.

    00:00 Introduction to Trish Ware and Her Mission

    00:57 Meet Daphne Delvaux: The Mama Attorney

    01:24 Understanding Your Rights as a Pregnant Employee

    05:55 Navigating Workplace Accommodations

    22:31 Supporting Dads in Parental Leave

    28:13 Final Thoughts and Resources

    28:33 The Importance of Early Pregnancy Announcements

    More from The Mama Attorney:

    Follow @themamattorney on Instagram

    Join the Liberated Mother Society

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe,

  • Hey Mama, this episode is an educational training on key information and common questions about epidurals.

    Trish covers when to get an epidural, its effects on labor, and debunks myths such as epidurals increasing the likelihood of a C-section or causing permanent back pain.

    Other topics covered include epidural side effects, such as blood pressure drops and epidural shakes, and the importance of purposeful positioning after receiving an epidural. 

    Trish encourages everyone, whether or not you’re getting an epidural, to be prepared for laboring at home, to understand your pain management options, and know how to navigate epidural-related decisions. 

    Tune in for practical tips for getting an epidural and resources. 

    00:00 Introduction and Fearless Birth Experience

    00:33 Uncommon Facts About Epidurals

    01:27 When to Get an Epidural

    05:52 Myths About Epidurals

    10:09 Side Effects of Epidurals

    13:09 Practical Tips and Conclusion

    More from this episode: 

    Comment #EPIDURAL on any Labor Nurse Mama Instagram post or reel for your FREE Epidural Prep Kit.

    Read the blog Birthing with an Epidural? Here’s What You Need to Know About Laboring Down

    Resources:

    Grab a Free Pregnancy/Postpartum Checklist Bundle

    Connect w/ Trish:

    On Instagram

    On Facebook

    On YouTube

    On Pinterest

    On TikTok

    For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    Next Steps with LNM:

    If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

    If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

    If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

    If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.

    Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay...