The MamasteFit Podcast

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July 28, 2023Birth Story 12: Molly: Freestanding Birth Center Birth After Pregnancy Loss
Molly shares the story of her unmedicated birth at a freestanding birth center, after a previous first trimester pregnancy loss. In Molly's birth story, she had a "retained placenta" and because of some risk factors that she had during pregnancy with anemia, they took more of an active management approach to delivering her placenta in order to minimize the amount of postpartum bleeding that she was having so that she didn't have complications associated with her anemia.

In this episode:
What is a freestanding birth center? (1:14)

Criteria for qualifying to deliver at a freestanding birth center (1:49)

Molly's first trimester loss (5:06)

Why Molly chose the freestanding birth center (6:36)

What did Molly do to prepare for her birth? (9:06)

Complications of a retained placenta (23:08)

The difference in postpartum care between the birth center midwives and an OB in a hospital setting (28:40)

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39 min
July 26, 202321: Secondary Infertility with Tarrah Lee
*Trigger Warning*
In this episode, we will be discussing first trimester pregnancy loss, navigating conception with secondary infertility, and navigating pregnancy after loss. If you find that these topics are sensitive for you, please proceed with caution or skip this episode of our podcast!

Tarrah is a senior manager in the technology industry, mom of two (soon to be three), military spouse, and avid health and fitness advocate. Tarrah started working out with MamasteFit in 2019, right around the time she was trying to conceive her second baby. She and Gina both navigated pregnancy losses together in 2019.

In this episode:
The beginning of Tarrah's infertility and IVF journey (2:11)

Gina's first pregnancy loss (4:12)

What is a missed miscarriage (5:41)

Tarrah's first loss (10:26)

Gina's second loss (13:24)

Blood work Tarrah advocated for on her journey (18:33)

Tarrah starts her IVF journey (20:45)

Feeling connected to baby after losses (26:52)

Navigating a demanding professional life and fertility issues (35:47)
What is the IVF process? (40:00)

Breast implant illness and fertility (41:02)

Elevated thyroid levels/autoimmune issues and fertility (45:53)

Tarrah's advice to others struggling with fertility, breast implant illness, and looking into IVF (49:35)

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54 min
July 21, 2023Birth Story 11: Mary: Hospital Births With an Epidural vs IV Pain Meds
Mary shares her two birth stories and the differences in pain management techniques. Her first birth was an induction at 41 weeks with an epidural leading to a vaginal birth. Her second was unmedicated after spontaneous labor, where she received IV pain relief. We discuss what Mary wished she knew about IV pain relief and the effects that it can have on baby, the concerns with IV pain relief too close to delivery, as well as a little bit about epidurals during this birth story episode.

In this episode:
Mary finds out she would be induced (4:22)

Detecting Meconium in her fluid (6:30)

Mary's experience with an epidural (9:18)

Surprising side effects of her epidural (9:57)

Mary's experience with IV Pain Meds (23:42)

Potential risks of IV pain meds for baby (24:39)

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The MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday episodes are sponsored by Bao Bei, a perinatal clothing company that supports your pregnancy, birth, and beyond with their expertly curated support-wear garments. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEFIT for 15% off your order.
34 min
July 19, 202320: Pain Relief with Dr. Puja Shah
In today's episode, we will be interviewing Dr. Puja Shah, about epidurals and spinals, two pain management techniques for labor and birth, and how her own Cesarean birth has shaped how she approaches her career as an anesthesiologist. Dr. Shah is a double board certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management specialist based out of New York City. Approaching wellness from the inside out, she uses her intensive medical training and deep understanding of the mind/body connection to deliver comprehensive pain management care to her patients.

In this episode:
Dr. Shah's own birth story (4:28)

What happens when Baby's heart rate decelerates in labor (5:10)

Different types of pain management options (7:42)

What exactly is an epidural and how does it work? (8:35)

What exactly is a spinal and how does it work? (10:06)

Differences in epidurals (11:07)

Most common question about epidurals (12:07)

Ensuring your epidural is working for you (13:35)

Dr. Shah's personal experience with epidural during birth (14:56)

How to avoid feeling like an epidural is wearing off (16:49)

Tips for overcoming fears of epidurals or spinals (20:23)

Complications associated with epidurals (21:55)

Tips for pushing with an epidural (25:51)

When to get your epidural during labor (29:22)

When is an epidural not an option and what can you do instead? (33:09)

Pain relief options for a scheduled C-section (38:13)

Why we don't use general anesthesia for C-section (40:15)

Common fears and side effects of pain relief measures during C-sections (45:15)

Pain relief options after birth (51:19)

What is a "tap block" and why is it a game changer? (53:32)

Follow Dr. Shah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drpujanyc/

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This podcast is sponsored by:
Needed is 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.⁠⁠
1 hr 1 min
July 14, 2023Birth Story 10: Rebecca's Unmedicated Hospital Birth
Listen as Rebecca shares her unmedicated hospital birth where she had a Trisomy 21 diagnosis (more commonly known as Down's Syndrome) after having genetic screening and then diagnostic testing done. Find out how she navigated not just having that high risk pregnancy due to her diagnosis, but also finding a supportive provider who would support all of her birthing desires.

Follow Rebecca's personal journey/account on Instagram @alittleextraviv
Down Syndrome Support | DSDN Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network | United States (dsdiagnosisnetwork.org)

In this episode:
What is prenatal genetic testing? (1:14)

How can they help you prepare for pregnancy and birth? (3:50)

Things to consider and ask your provider about genetic testing (7:13)

Rebecca shares how a Trisomy 21 (aka Down's Syndrome) diagnosis changed her plan (10:12)

What is Down's Syndrome? (10:59)

What other monitoring might your provider do for Down's Syndrome? (11:35)

Navigating the NICU stay and advice for others (20:03)

Navigating an unsettling prenatal diagnosis (23:12)

Advice for others with a Trisomy 21 diagnosis (25:31)

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The MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday episodes are sponsored by Bao Bei, a perinatal clothing company that supports your pregnancy, birth, and beyond with their expertly curated support-wear garments. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEFIT for 15% off your order.
27 min
July 12, 202319: Baby's First Year Milestones with Dr Amelie, Pediatric PT
Dr. Amelie is a pediatric physical therapist who specializes in gross motor development and wellness. She has worked in all areas of pediatric health, from hospitals to outpatient clinics, as well as home visits. Her own experience as a first time mom brought to light just how little education and support parents are given with regards to developmental milestones, gross motor skills, and essentially what the heck to do with a baby! Her goal in starting Grasping Gross Motor was to create a space where education is easy to understand and recommendations are realistic for parents to implement. She provides in-person pediatric physical therapy services, as well as in-person and virtual wellness sessions to help bridge the gap between what you're told in your pediatrician's office (or in your mom group) and what is actually going on in your everyday life.

In this episode:
Common reflexes and milestones to look for in your newborn (3:31)

Common tests providers do to assess baby (4:33)

Dr. Amelie's views on swaddling (6:06)

Dr. Amelie's views on containers (7:43)

What to focus on in the first three months (12:38)

How to help baby regulate their nervous system (15:11)

What should Tummy Time really look like? (17:49)

Tips to help a baby struggling to activate both sides when crawling (22:45)

Milestones to look for in baby's first year of life (29:45)

Adjusting milestone timelines per gestational age (34:00)

The importance of meeting milestones in sequence (40:02)

What is PT Direct Access? (45:20)

What toys should you get baby to encourage movement and development (50:30)

Other professionals who can help your child's development (54:45)

Check out Dr. Amelie's website here: https://www.graspinggrossmotor.com/

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This podcast is sponsored by:
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1 hr 5 min
July 07, 2023Birth Story 9: Christina: Unmedicated Induction Hospital Birth
Birth Story 9: Christina: Unmedicated Induction Hospital Birth
Christina shares her unmedicated hospital induction birth with Gina as her doula! Christina was induced towards the end of her pregnancy due to some suspected complications, but thanks to her prenatal and birth education from MamasteFit, went to her induction confident that she could still have a positive birth experience.

Want to share your birth story on our podcast? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your birth story on our website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Prepare for your birth with us:
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prenatal Fitness Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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The MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday episodes are sponsored by Bao Bei, a perinatal clothing company that supports your pregnancy, birth, and beyond with their expertly curated support-wear garments. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEFIT for 15% off your order.
41 min
July 05, 2023Episode 18: Induction Methods
In this episode, we will be talking all about induction. What is it? Why and when is it recommended? What is involved with an induction of labor? What are some of the risks and benefits? We will also be discussing some common fears that people have associated with being induced, including Gina's own personal experience from her first birth!

In this episode:
What is Induction?
What are some natural induction methods?

What are the medical induction methods?

Common reasons for induction

What are the risks of induction?

What are the benefits of induction?

Some common fears/concerns with being induced

Prepare for your birth with us:
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Childbirth Education Courses⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prenatal Fitness Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pelvic Floor Prep for Birth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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This podcast is sponsored by:
Needed is 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.⁠
52 min
June 30, 2023Birth Story 8: Ashley's Home Births
Birth Story 8: Ashley's Home Births
One of Gina's doula clients, Ashley, will be sharing her two home birth stories. Ashley shares how her first birth was a precipitous labor, which left her feeling like she didn't get to enjoy her birth and felt out of control. Due to COVID fears and protocols, Ashley and her husband made a last minute switch to a home birth with Gina and a midwife. Her second birth, was planned to be a home birth from the start, was much slower, and she was able to experience both the prenatal and labor experiences in a new way. Both of her stories she felt were positive experiences, and she shares how she and her husband decided that home birth was the best and safest option for them.

Want to share your birth story on our podcast? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your birth story on our website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Prepare for your birth with us:
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prenatal Fitness Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pelvic Floor Prep for Birth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!
The MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday episodes are sponsored by Bao Bei, a perinatal clothing company that supports your pregnancy, birth, and beyond with their expertly curated support-wear garments. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEFIT for 15% off your order.
29 min
June 28, 202317: Birth Partner Support: Barron's Story of Supporting Gina in Birth
Episode 17: Birth Partner Support: Barron's Story of Supporting Gina in Birth

Gina’s birth partner and husband, Barron, shares his perspective on their three pregnancies and births! They discuss how Barron was able to support Gina during their births and tips for birth partners on how to advocate for, and provide comfort to, their partners during birth.

In this episode:
Navigating their first pregnancy long distance due to the Army
Hiring a doula and taking a childbirth education course
Their first birth: epidural hospital birth and learning when to ask questions
How to advocate during labor as a birth partner
Navigating two pregnancy losses
Pregnancy after loss
Switching to home birth and concerns Barron had about giving birth at home
Tips for birth partners on feeling confident about home birth
Their first home birth
Catching his son
Tips for home birth prep and getting your space set up
Navigating their most recent pregnancy
Differences in home birth midwifery prenatal care compared to a traditional hospital OB clinic
Impact of birth on their relationship as a couple and parents

Prepare for your birth with us:
⁠⁠⁠⁠Childbirth Education Courses⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Prenatal Fitness Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Pelvic Floor Prep for Birth⁠⁠⁠⁠
Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!
This podcast is sponsored by:
Needed is 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.
51 min

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MamasteFit is a prenatal & postpartum fitness and birth education company that offers a unique and comprehensive amount of education and experience surrounding the journey into parenthood, and…