Pregnancy Pearls

By Mean Ole Lion Media

Dr. Plenty, is a double board-certified OB/GYN and high risk pregnancy expert. She's brilliant, well-researched with a great bedside manor.... but she is a little feisty and will "tell it like it is".... more

4.7

3636 ratings

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about Pregnancy Pearls:

How many episodes does Pregnancy Pearls have?

The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.

Pregnancy Pearls episodes:

June 21, 2024 Placental Encapsulation
Placental encapsulation involves the process of steaming, dehydrating, and grinding the placenta into a power that is then filled into capsules. Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about this topic. Check out this episode of the podcast to learn the pros and cons of placental encapsulation (based on my honest opinion). Then, you can make your decision own decision! Download and listen now!
...more
33min
June 14, 2024 Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
On this week’s episode of the podcast, we got a little scholarly and learned about primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). You’re probably wondering what that is, right? Well, it’s a type of chronic liver disease that is rare but is diagnosed most often in women during their reproductive years. Check out this episode to learn more about PSC, how it affects pregnancy, and how it’s managed. Download and listen now! And let your friends know, too.
...more
28min
June 09, 2024 Having a baby after age 40
A lot of us now have higher educational and career aspirations, and that’s a great thing! So, it’s not uncommon to see people waiting until their 40s or even 50s to have children. Although age should not limit the desire to have children, there are some health considerations that should be discussed prior to conceiving. Check out this episode for the pros and cons to having babies after age 40yo and what you can do to prepare. Download and listen now!
...more
32min
May 31, 2024 Why is my baby so small?
The growth of your baby during the pregnancy is a predictor about how healthy your baby really is. But why do some babies have poor fetal growth rates and some don't? Check out this episode where we explore reasons for fetal growth restriction (aka small babies during pregnancy), what high risk physicians look for when evaluating it, and how it is managed. You'll also learn about prognosis and why some babies need to be delivered early. Download and listen now!
...more
32min
May 17, 2024 Maternal Mental Health Mattees
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Unfortunately, 1:5 adults in the U.S. suffering from mental health issues, and during and after pregnancy is not an exception to this statistic. Actually, the physical impact of pregnancy compounded by lack of sleep and demands of a newborn exacerbate these diagnoses. Check out this episode of the podcast to learn about mental health issues, how they are addressed in pregnancy, and what you can do for loved ones suffering from them. Download and listen now!
...more
33min
May 10, 2024 Just Be Honest
In this episode, we have a little heart to heart. Some of us are making excuses for not following provider recommendations, calling it self advocacy. Asking questions, getting a second opinion, and even transferring your care are all things you SHOULD do when you feel you are not getting the answers or attention that you need. But it’s really important to follow through on recommendations. And if you don’t, be upfront and honest about not doing so and why. Check out this episode to learn tips for effective communication with your provider and the importance of being compliant. EVERYONE can benefit from this episode. Download and listen now!!
...more
31min
May 04, 2024 So you just got discharged… now what?
Most of prenatal care is spent trying to make sure you make it safely through pregnancy (as it should). And once you get to the delivery date, most exhale. Then you realize that you actually have to take the baby home, which will be a whole new world. Check out this episode to learn things to do to prepare for discharge and how to handle your “new” home life once you get home with your little one. You’ll also learn things to watch out for that should prompt you to go back to the hospital. This one is a MUST LISTEN!! Subscribe and download now!
...more
48min
April 26, 2024 You are what you eat!
On this week’s podcast episode, all your questions about what you can and can’t eat during pregnancy were answered. More importantly, during this episode, you’ll learn WHY certain foods are safe and why some should be avoided. Download and listen now to learn more. And don’t forget to share it with your friends!
...more
41min
April 12, 2024 Babies Make You Live Longer
Several of you have asked if having babies later in life can cause issues with your health. Pregnancy, regardless of the age, can take a toll on the body. But there are studies that show some benefit of having babies later in life… and on average, that means living longer! Check out this episode where we discuss how babies keep you living longer. I also jump straight into your questions related to being of a mature age and having kids. Download and listen now!
...more
30min
April 05, 2024 Amniocentesis
On last week's podcast episode, we chatted about Down syndrome, which sparked several questions about the amniocentesis procedure. So we discussed it at length during this week's podcast episode. An amniocentesis is a procedure that entails removal of amniotic fluid through introduction of a sterile needle into the uterine cavity, typically under ultrasound guidance. If you've been offered an amniocentesis during your pregnancy, want to learn about reasons they are done, or want to know more about what happens during and after the procedure, this is the episode for you. Download and listen now!
...more
30min

FAQs about Pregnancy Pearls:

How many episodes does Pregnancy Pearls have?

The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.

More shows like Pregnancy Pearls

Pregnancy Confidential by Parents Magazine

Pregnancy Confidential

448 Listeners

40 Weeks Pregnancy Podcast by Vanessa Merten of the Pregnancy Podcast

40 Weeks Pregnancy Podcast

462 Listeners

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

483 Listeners

Kathy Fray's MotherWise Podcasts by Kathy Fray

Kathy Fray's MotherWise Podcasts

0 Listeners

Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood with Joslyn Hillam | Positive Pregnancy Mindset | Pregnancy is Hard by Joslyn Hillam

Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood with Joslyn Hillam | Positive Pregnancy Mindset | Pregnancy is Hard

17 Listeners

Mommy Labor Nurse by Liesel Teen

Mommy Labor Nurse

1,292 Listeners

Parent Pod from BabyCentre by BabyCentre UK

Parent Pod from BabyCentre

3 Listeners

Nathan's Mum is Pregnant! by Victoria Apperley

Nathan's Mum is Pregnant!

0 Listeners

The Oh Baybee! Podcast by Stephanie Poole

The Oh Baybee! Podcast

6 Listeners

Wardrobe Boss by Mean Ole Lion Media

Wardrobe Boss

16 Listeners

Black Arm of the Law by Mean Ole Lion Media

Black Arm of the Law

13 Listeners

Just A Thought by Mean Ole Lion Media

Just A Thought

33 Listeners

Business of the Beat by Mean Ole Lion Media

Business of the Beat

22 Listeners

Business First w/Sonia Alleyne by Mean Ole Lion Media

Business First w/Sonia Alleyne

4 Listeners

Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith by Mean Ole Lion Media

Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith

8 Listeners

The Over Looked by Mean Ole Lion Media

The Over Looked

22 Listeners

The Purely Podcast by Alysia Pope

The Purely Podcast

23 Listeners

The History of Being Black by Mean Ole Lion Media

The History of Being Black

1 Listeners

by Jessie Ware

244 Listeners

You Can't RUSH Success by Mean Ole Lion Media

You Can't RUSH Success

0 Listeners

The Business of Gospel by Mean Ole Lion Media

The Business of Gospel

11 Listeners

Ginger Candy Comedy by Mean Ole Lion Media

Ginger Candy Comedy

0 Listeners

Lowcountry Gullah by Mean Ole Lion Media

Lowcountry Gullah

21 Listeners

Healing After Birth by Mean Ole Lion Media

Healing After Birth

4 Listeners

The Olivia Fox Podcast by Mean Ole Lion Media

The Olivia Fox Podcast

9 Listeners

More Than A First Lady by Mean Ole Lion Media

More Than A First Lady

7 Listeners

The Future of Faith by Mean Ole Lion Media

The Future of Faith

2 Listeners

B!tch, I Got My Pots by Mean Ole Lion Media

B!tch, I Got My Pots

3 Listeners

Ask The Good Doctor by Mean Ole Lion Media

Ask The Good Doctor

13 Listeners

Vegan Week by Enough of the Falafel

Vegan Week

2 Listeners

Mama Natural Pregnancy Week-by-Week Podcast by Genevieve Howland

Mama Natural Pregnancy Week-by-Week Podcast

1 Listeners

Grown and Greek Podcast by Mean Ole Lion Media

Grown and Greek Podcast

3 Listeners