In today's episode, HeHe is sitting down with Ben and Jess of The Balanced Birth Couple. Ben and Jess are passionate about childbirth education and bringing fathers into the birth space. That's why they created the Balanced Families Birth Class for Couples. It has a comprehensive, balanced approach specially crafted for couples because well...ya know...it's actually taught by a couple!
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Website: https://www.balancedfamilies.com/
And don't forget to check out our NEW Dad Daze course, here!

Ep. 170 Bringing Fathers into the Birth Space with The Balanced Birth Couple

We're exploring option from conception to childhood to help women take control of their fertility, birth experience, postpartum healing, and motherhood journey! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from influencer parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenthood for an empowering and educational walk with a birth and newborn expert and the found of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, HeHe Stewart.

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Is a membrane sweep the right move for you? Is it a form of induction? In this episode, HeHe dives into what a membrane sweep is, why you might consider one, the risks & benefits plus what you can expect to feel during and after the procedure! If you are worried about going past your due date or considering an induction, this episode is a must-listen! 
 
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Ep. 268: SOLO CAST: Membrane Sweeps with HeHe

Dive into the history of ultrasounds in maternity care, the various types of ultrasounds and how to know if they are right for you! Eyla and HeHe will talk about when you typically get ultrasounds in pregnancy and how to navigate the conversation of declining them if they are not aligned with your birth goals! 
 
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Ep. 267: Ultrasounds in Pregnancy with Eyla Cuenca

In this episode, HeHe is joined by Laura of The Nesting Place & TumTum Wedge Pillow. She shares her twin and breech hospital birth story. Tune in today to hear her story and explore all of the questions you should consider asking if you have a breech baby or twin pregnancy. 
 
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Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!
 
Breech & Twin Resources:
Rixa Freeze, David Hartung: https://www.breechwithoutborders.org/
Nathan Riley: https://www.belovedholistics.com/
Stu Fischbein: http://www.birthinginstincts.com/
 
Twin Sleep: Episode 249 with Natalie Diaz and Kim West

Ep. 266: A Twin & Breech Birth with Laura Siddons, Founder of TumTum Pillow

SSRI's are commonly prescribed for anxiety and depression, so what happens when you get pregnant? Can you stay on these medications? Should you consider a different prescription or different modality of support? Alex Hoeft is a Labor & Delivery Nurse, homeschool mama of 5 & doula here to talk to us about her experience taking an SSRI during pregnancy. We will be diving into the questions that you should be asking yourself and your provider to determine the right path for you! From what they are to how they can impact your baby after birth, and even some of the more natural ways to support your mental health whether you are looking to wean from your SSRI or supplement it with other resources. 
 
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Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!

Ep. 265: SSRI's in Pregnancy with Alex Hoeft, RN

You asked and we delivered! In this episode, HeHe and MaMa Nurse Tina bring a human touch to the heavy topic of postpartum hemorrhage. We’re diving into what postpartum hemorrhage is, what increases your risk for experiencing it, some things that to mitigate those risks and then what to ask your providers during prenatals and if you do experience a hemorrhage. 
 
Guest Bio:
 
Tina has been a labor and delivery nurse since 2012 with experience as an emergency room nurse prior. Recently she obtained her perinatal nursing certificate and has a passion for educating and empowering people who are looking forward to welcoming their new baby or have recently had a baby and would like some direction and encouragement. She's also a mom of 4 herself.
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Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!

Ep. 170 Bringing Fathers into the Birth Space with The Balanced Birth Couple

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