Pregnancy Pearls

In this week’s podcast episode, Dr. Plenty responds to questions about challenges of being non-binary and wanting children. She addresses assumptions made by providers about non-binary patients and gives examples of more sensitive approaching to managing non-binary pregnancies.  We can all learn from this episode.  Go ahead and subscribe and listen now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder if the pains you’re feeling during your pregnancy are normal? Pregnancy is not necessarily a painless experience.  Listen as Dr. Plenty discusses normal aches and pains of pregnancy and when you should seek further evaluation for pain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Due to your feedback, on this week's podcast episode, Dr. Plenty talks all about delayed cord clamping.  During the episode, she defines what's considered delayed cord clamping and its benefits.  She also gives insight into unique situations when delayed cord clamping isn't or can't be done. Listen to learn more!  Like what you hear? Make sure to share with a friend, rate and comment! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder what can be done to reduce the risk of some preterm deliveries? Well, this week, Dr. Plenty discusses one of the causes of preterm deliveries called cervical insufficiency.  Listen as Dr. Plenty defines this condition and indications for treatment with a cerclage, or a stitch to keep the cervix closed, in an attempt to reduce preterm deliveries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen as Dr. Plenty breaks down common and not-so-common reasons one might need to be delivered early. Some women might hesitate to be delivered for fear of their babies going to the NICU. However, oftentimes, the decision for an early delivery can save the life of mom and/or an unborn baby. Check out the episode to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, you had a baby, and your body has changed. You might have had a baby 2 weeks ago or even 2 years ago, but your body is still going through changes because of your pregnancy. Social media will make you think everyone, except you, bounced back to their pre-pregnancy bodies by the time they left the hospital. This is absolutely wrong! In this week's podcast episode, Dr. Plenty discusses short-term and long-term body changes related to pregnancy. Make sure to listen until the end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, Dr. Plenty discussed sexually transmitted infections (aka STIs) and how they can impact pregnancy. She even breaks down which ones cause birth defects and which ones don’t. If you need a reason to have healthy and safe sex practices, make sure to listen to this episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder if you should have a doula for your pregnancy?  A doula is a professional that provides continuous emotional and physical support, comfort, and encouragement throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum course. To really understand the role of the doula, Dr. Plenty is joined by expert guest, Mrs. Nikia Lawson, certified birth doula, doula trainer and director of The Natural Way Project. If you're pregnant or planning for pregnancy, you don't want to miss this episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen as Dr. Plenty explains the timing of implantation spotting and other causes of vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all want our pregnancies to be perfect.  But, what do you do when you're told that your baby has an abnormality?  How should you handle it?  Our expert guest this week, Dr. Lauren Cozad, knows just that.  She's an associate professor of Special Education at Penn State University and has a daughter who was diagnosed prenatally with a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH). She shared her personal journey navigating prenatal and postnatal care. Listen to this episode to gain in-depth insight about life as a parent to a NICU baby and tips to help you cope with any prenatal diagnosis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.