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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina, a perinatal fitness trainer and birth doula, and Roxanne, a labor and delivery nurse and student midwife, discuss the concept of community birth. They elaborate on why some choose to give birth outside of a hospital setting, sharing their personal experiences with home and birth center deliveries. The episode addresses common barriers to community birth such as financial constraints and finding a provider, while also discussing ways to overcome these obstacles. The hosts emphasize the importance of having a supportive provider and planning for potential transfers to a hospital if needed. They aim to empower listeners with the understanding and options available for a safe and positive birth experience, whether in a hospital or community setting.
00:00 Introduction to Community Birth
02:14 What is Community Birth?
04:33 Personal Experiences with Community Birth
12:39 Safety and Transfer Plans in Community Birth
21:59 Top Reasons for Transfer During Community Birth
27:36 The Role of Providers in Community Birth
27:58 Comparing Hospital and Community Birth Teams
29:29 Personal Reflections on Birth Choices
30:16 Barriers to Home and Community Birth
35:55 Overcoming Financial and Provider Barriers
40:07 The Importance of Prenatal and Postpartum Care
43:11 Choosing the Right Birth Setting for You
43:47 Exploring Dual Care Options
44:54 Understanding Community Birth Appointments
48:01 Conclusion and Additional Resources
Link to List of Accredited Birth Centers: https://www.birthcenters.org/find-a-birth-center
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In this Birth Story Friday episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Monica shares her exhilarating experience of a precipitous VBAC that culminated in an unexpected car birth. Monica discusses her preparation for birth, the challenges she faced with unsupportive doctors, and the techniques she used to remain calm and confident. Despite a chaotic night marked by a storm, a stopped train, and a mad dash to the hospital, Monica's story ends with the safe and quick arrival of her baby in the parking lot of a Walmart. The hosts, Gina and Roxanne, also offer practical tips for handling fast labors and unexpected birth locations, emphasizing the importance of preparation.
00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast
01:53 Monica's Birth Preparation Journey
03:59 Navigating the Final Weeks of Pregnancy
05:44 The Onset of Labor
06:14 The Unexpected Car Birth
18:27 Postpartum Reflections and Advice
25:42 Tips for Handling Fast Labors
32:55 Conclusion and Resources
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Gina and Roxanne discuss how to prepare for an unmedicated birth. They explore the benefits of avoiding an epidural, why some might choose this path, and share tips for achieving an unmedicated birth. The hosts emphasize the importance of mental and physical preparation, selecting a supportive birthing team, understanding labor, and employing effective comfort measures. They also share personal stories and experiences including Gina’s own personal choice to get an epidural with her first birth, aiming to empower listeners to know that whatever path you choose can be beautiful and empowering, as long as you feel educated and supported going in! 00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast01:18 Defining Unmedicated Birth03:29 Benefits of Unmedicated Birth07:50 Challenges and Considerations15:09 Tips for Achieving an Unmedicated Birth19:26 Choosing the Right Support Team25:00 Sponsor Message: Needed Iron Supplement26:45 Iron Absorption and Needed's Recommendation27:27 Mental Preparation for Unmedicated Birth29:01 Hypnobirthing and Relaxation Techniques31:47 Reframing Labor Pain33:40 Labor Comfort Measures and Strategies42:07 Choosing Your Birth Environment47:23 Personal Decisions and Empowerment in Birth49:23 Conclusion and Additional ResourcesListen to our birth stories about our first births!!:Gina’s first birth story: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/eNxcFjLAUKbRoxanne’s first birth story: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/YkJ6PiLAUKb-------Pre-Order Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit:💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses🏋🏻♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming🧘♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth CourseExplore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/third-trimester/-------Freebies to Support Your Postpartum:📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery/—-Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/postpartum-support/💻 Postpartum Education Courses🏋🏻♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs——Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit------This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription. https://neededcreator.pxf.io/c/2841618/1770238/20859
In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Fridays, Allegra shares her empowering journey of having an unmedicated vaginal birth with twins after an induction in a hospital setting. With detailed insights into her prenatal nutrition, including the emphasis on electrolytes, and the physical preparation involving yoga and chiropractic care, Allegra describes how she managed to avoid medical interventions as well as physical discomforts typically associated with twin births.
Despite the challenging aspects that were not quite what she had envisioned for her birth, such as an induction with Pitocin and the requirement to deliver in the OR, Allegra's story highlights the importance of preparation, advocacy, and supportive care.
Postpartum, Allegra shares her strategies for managing twin newborns alongside two older children, emphasizing the necessity of intentional planning and asking for help. The episode wraps up with insights for other expectant twin mothers on how to prepare for both birth and postpartum recovery effectively.
00:00 Introduction to Birth Story Fridays
01:14 Meet Allegra: Preparing for Pregnancy and Birth
01:30 Nutrition and Wellness During Pregnancy
07:46 Labor and Delivery: Allegra's Twin Birth Experience
19:29 Postpartum Journey with Twins
26:57 Advice for Expecting Mothers of Twins
33:00 Allegra's Professional Insights and Resources
35:22 Conclusion and Additional Resources
Check Out Allegra’s Links Here!:
Free Mineral Mocktail: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/y9a3e8
Beyond Birth Postpartum Nutrition Course: http://education.aloha-nutrition.com/beyond-birth
Instagram: aloha.nutrition: https://www.instagram.com/aloha.nutrition/
Website: https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina and Roxanne are joined by Daphne Delvaux, known as The Mama Attorney, to discuss employment rights during pregnancy and postpartum. Daphne shares crucial information about when and how to announce your pregnancy to your employer, rights related to pregnancy loss, and the importance of early notification for accommodations. They also dive into mothers' postpartum return rights, including job reinstatement, pumping accommodations, and extensions for postpartum mental health. With insights into navigating workplace challenges and advocating for state and federal leave policies, this episode empowers expecting and new moms to confidently protect their workplace rights.
More about Daphne:
Daphne Delvaux, Esq. is an award-winning trial attorney and Founder of Delvaux Law, the nation’s first and only law firm devoted to women's rights at work.
Daphne is also the creator of the Mama Attorney, a platform on a mission to educate mothers on their rights at work and teach them how to advocate for their needs so they can protect their pregnancies, get more time with their kids, get more benefits and ask for accommodations, without sacrificing their career goals. Daphne offers a membership, the Liberated Mother Society, to help mothers understand and assert their rights in the workplace. She is also the co-founder of Chamber of Mothers; a nonprofit organization uniting mothers to advocate for more protections.
As the only employment lawyer in the motherhood space, Daphne is routinely seen as THE expert on pregnancy and postpartum discrimination as well as maternity leave regulations. To learn more about her offers, click here
https://theliberatedmothersociety.com
Find Daphne on Instagram: @themamaattorney
00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast
00:11 Meet Daphne Delvaux: The Mama Attorney
02:09 Understanding Your Pregnancy Rights at Work
03:44 Announcing Your Pregnancy: When and How
06:58 Rights After Pregnancy Loss
12:07 Navigating Maternity Leave and State Differences
21:50 Advocating for Paid Leave in Your State
25:11 Returning to Work: Know Your Rights
28:06 Navigating Pumping Rights at Work
28:58 Postpartum Accommodations and Rights
29:29 Combatting Workplace Discrimination
30:01 Gender Bias in Parenting Roles
31:48 Encouraging Paternity Leave
33:02 Planning Parental Leave Strategically
33:45 Childcare Challenges and Legal Gaps
36:52 Effective Communication with Employers
42:04 Leveraging Legal Knowledge for Workplace Advocacy
46:10 Balancing Career and Parenthood
49:05 Conclusion and Resources
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina, and Roxanne discuss essential information about childbirth. Topics include understanding contractions, the role of labor hormones like oxytocin and prostaglandins, and the different stages of labor: early labor, active labor, transition, and pushing. They also delve into the birth of the placenta and provide tips on preparing for birth. Of course, there is SO much more that can be unpacked here, so please check out our Childbirth Ed courses on our website!
https://mamastefit.com/education-courses/
00:00 Welcome to the MamasteFit Podcast
01:23 Introduction to Childbirth
03:12 Understanding Contractions
07:30 Labor Hormones Explained
13:35 Stages of Labor
21:13 Pushing and Delivery
24:40 The Placenta and Postpartum
27:50 Conclusion and Resources
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, co-hosts Gina and Roxanne chat with Julie, co-founder of Needed, a perinatal nutrition company. Julie shares her personal home birth stories, her journey in creating Needed, and the importance of optimal nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum. Both Gina and Roxanne have used Needed products and highly recommend them! Julie discusses the inspirations behind Needed, her own nutritional journey, and how her pregnancies and births transformed her understanding of maternal health.
Find Julie and Needed on Instagram @needed
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00:00 Introduction to MamasteFit Podcast
00:02 Meet Julie from Needed
00:16 About Needed's Supplements
00:22 Hosts' Personal Experience with Needed
00:29 Introduction to Julie's Birth Stories
00:36 Gina and Roxanne's Background
00:42 Podcast's Mission and Goals
01:24 Announcement: Training for Two Book
02:50 Julie Shares Her Pregnancy Journey
03:08 The Birth of Needed
04:01 Nutrient Deficiencies and Research
06:37 Formulating Needed's Products
08:19 Julie’s First Pregnancy and Birth Experience
12:26 Switching to Midwifery Care
12:41 Subsequent Pregnancies and Home Births
14:36 Challenges and Lessons Learned
15:17 Postpartum and Breastfeeding Journey
17:20 The Role of Nutrition in Pregnancy
18:54 Julie’s First Birth Story
35:04 The Challenges of Pushing During Labor
35:47 The Joy and Relief of Home Birth
36:34 Postpartum Experience and Reflections
38:32 Navigating the Waiting Game
41:00 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Prodromal Labor
45:50 The Decision to Use Castor Oil
47:43 The Birth of Marlowe
53:13 Breastfeeding Challenges and Personal Growth
55:17 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
59:24 Podcast Outro and Resources
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina and Roxanne welcome Dr. Lejla Streets, a general dentist from Smiles in the Pines, of Southern Pines, NC, to discuss the critical topic of prenatal oral health. The conversation delves into the importance of dental care during pregnancy, explaining why pregnant women need more frequent dental visits, the reasons behind bleeding gums, and the impact of insufficient calcium intake. Dr. Streets also shares valuable advice on managing acid reflux, handling dental treatments during pregnancy, and the potentially serious risks of poor oral hygiene on pregnancy outcomes. This insightful discussion is essential for expecting mothers who want to ensure both their oral health and overall well-being during this important time.
00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast
00:01 Meet Dr. Lejla Streets: Expert in Prenatal Oral Health
01:35 Importance of Oral Health During Pregnancy
02:23 Common Oral Health Issues in Pregnancy
04:03 Managing Oral Health Challenges
08:07 Impact of Oral Bacteria on Pregnancy
15:59 Oral Health Treatments During Pregnancy
30:18 Postpartum Oral Health Considerations
31:15 Sleep Apnea and Pregnancy
38:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
40:58 MamasteFit Childbirth Education Course
42:12 MamasteFit Online Programs and Offerings
Find Dr. Leila Streets here:
Website: https://www.ncairway.dentist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstreetsdmd/
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Birth Plan
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina and Roxanne welcome Dr. Brittany Henderson, a dual board-certified specialist in internal medicine and endocrinology, to discuss the crucial role of thyroid health in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Dr. Henderson, who operates the Charleston Thyroid Center, delves into the significance of thyroid function, common issues like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease, and their impact on women's reproductive health. The episode covers preconception thyroid care, the importance of accurate thyroid screening, dietary recommendations, and the management of thyroid disorders throughout pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. Henderson emphasizes the need for personalized care and being proactive in seeking proper diagnosis and treatment. The discussion reveals the importance of maintaining optimal thyroid levels to support both the mother's well-being and the baby's development.
00:00 Welcome to the MamasteFit Podcast: Empowering Your Perinatal Journey
01:05 Meet Dr. Brittany Henderson: Thyroid Expertise Unveiled
03:12 Understanding Thyroid Health: From Preconception to Postpartum
04:46 Optimizing Thyroid Health: Diet, Supplements, and Medical Insights
27:32 Navigating Thyroid Challenges During Pregnancy
33:11 Postpartum Thyroid Management: Ensuring Mother and Baby's Health
44:01 Finding the Right Provider: Advocacy and Awareness in Thyroid Care
46:28 Resources and Final Thoughts on Thyroid Health
Brittany Henderson, MD, ECNU is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and endocrinology, with advanced training in thyroid disorders, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Graves Disease, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer.
Social Media:
@drhendersonmd (Instagram, Facebook)
@mythyroiddoctor (TikTok)
Websites:
www.charlestonthyroidcenter.com
www.mythyroiddoctor.com
Online Lab Options:
Let's Get Checked (home test)
Here
Walk In Lab:
https://www.walkinlab.com/
Thyroid Tests Dr. Henderson Recommended:
TSH, free T4, free T3, reverse T3, TPOAbs, TgAbs, TSI
Dr. Henderson’s Book:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/075700475X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_ERyLBb2JP14E8
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This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.
****Freebies*****
Early postpartum recovery course:
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Birth Prep for Labor Guide
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Birth Partner Guide
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Birth Plan
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In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast's Birth Story Fridays, Allegra shares her journey through two vastly different birth experiences. Her first, an unplanned C-section at 34 weeks for her twins, left her feeling unsupported and led to a traumatic postpartum recovery complicated by COVID-19 protocols and a retained placenta. Determined for a different outcome with her second pregnancy, Allegra prepared extensively for a vaginal birth after Cesarean (VBAC). From switching providers, engaging in prenatal fitness, to detailed birth planning and employing basically every recommended trick in the book, Allegra's second birth was an empowered hospital VBAC at 41 weeks with an epidural.
00:00 Introduction
02:21 Allegra’s Unexpected Twin Pregnancy and Early Challenges
04:29 Navigating Preterm Labor and an Impromptu C-Section
06:51 Postpartum Struggles and NICU Challenges During COVID
09:19 A New Pregnancy: Embracing the VBAC Journey
10:06 Allegra's VBAC Preparation: From Fitness to Nutrition
17:04 Labor Begins!
22:11 The Decision for an Epidural
25:32 The Final Push: A Surreal Birth Experience
29:54 Postpartum Recovery and Reflections
34:37 Advice for Expecting Mothers: Education and Support
39:04 Understanding Postpartum Complications
41:53 Resources and Support for Pregnancy and Postpartum
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