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EP 112:

You’ve officially made it to 37 weeks pregnant—and while everyone loves to say, “Baby could come any day now!” there are some really important changes happening this week that most people don’t talk about.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• What’s happening with your baby’s development at 37 weeks 👶
• The surprising symptoms no one warns you about ⚡
• How to tell real labor vs. false labor contractions
• The exact things you should be doing now to prep for birth + breastfeeding
• Mindset shifts to help you survive these last (sometimes frustrating!) weeks

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel clear on what’s normal, what’s not, and what to focus on so you walk into labor with confidence.

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EP 111:

You made it, bestie—you’re 36 weeks pregnant! 🎉 The finish line is in sight, but let’s be real… these last few weeks can feel like a rollercoaster on turbo speed. From tight hips and weird dreams to knowing when contractions are “just practice” and when it’s go-time—this episode spills it all.

In this week’s guide, I’ll walk you through:
 ✔️ What’s really happening in your body at 36 weeks
✔️ Surprising hacks to survive the final month without losing your mind
✔️ How to prep for labor (mentally and physically) so you feel confident walking into the big day
✔️ Breastfeeding prep you can start before baby arrives

PLUS: a bonus tip most OBs don’t even mention that can actually make labor smoother. 👏

👉 Grab my Bump To Bundle Blueprint course to get the exact tools, tips, and step-by-step guidance for labor, birth, and breastfeeding prep. It’s like having a doula, lactation consultant, and best friend in your pocket.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

•  Get the Bump To Bundle Blueprint 
•  How NOT To Tear During Birth
• Subscribe to my YouTube channel for new weekly episodes 

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EP 110:

You’ve made it to 35 weeks—congrats, mama! 🎉 But here’s the deal… everyone tells you about the swelling, the waddling, and the endless bathroom trips. What they don’t tell you? The science-backed changes happening in your body and brain right now that can completely change how you experience birth.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

•  The surprising way your brain rewires at 35 weeks (hello, “mom brain” with a purpose)
•  The hormone nicknamed “nature’s epidural” that ramps up before labor
•  Weird but normal late pregnancy symptoms no one prepares you for (like carpal tunnel + vision changes)
•  How your baby actually helps trigger labor when they’re ready
•  Fresh prep hacks you can start now to make birth smoother

If you’re in the home stretch and feeling all the feels, this episode will give you confidence, clarity, and some serious “oh wow, why didn’t anyone tell me that?” moments.

✨ Ready to feel fully prepared for birth and breastfeeding? Grab your spot in the Bump to Bundle Blueprint
— my step-by-step birth + breastfeeding prep course.

📌 Ready to go deeper?

Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• 💻 Join the Bump to Bundle Blueprint 
• 🎥 Birth Prep Academy - YouTube 
• How NOT To Tear During Birth

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EP 109:

Sis… you’ve officially hit week 34, and things are getting real. But what if I told you there’s a lot happening right now that your OB isn’t talking about?

In today’s episode, we’re diving into what’s going on in your body behind the scenes—like how your brain is being rewired to bond with baby, how your breast tissue is prepping for breastfeeding, and even how your gut health is impacting your baby’s future immune system. Yep… it’s that deep.

🎧 Listen in to learn:

• What your hormones are secretly doing to prep for labor
• The surprising science behind third trimester brain fog (and why it’s actually brilliant)
• How your baby’s lungs trigger your milk supply
• Why 34 weeks is the perfect time to mentally prepare for labor
• One trap most pregnant moms fall into—and how to avoid it

👉 Ready to prepare for birth and breastfeeding before baby comes?
Grab my Bump to Bundle Blueprint Course
and feel confident, calm, and actually ready.

🔗 Resources & Links:

• ✨ Grab the Bump to Bundle Blueprint here:
• 💛 Watch this episode on YouTube 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Birth hormones (oxytocin, relaxin, prostaglandins)
• Synaptic pruning in pregnancy
• Gut flora and baby’s microbiome
• Surfactant production and milk signaling
• Birth visualizations and neuroplastic prep

Let’s prep your mind and your body—because you deserve to go into birth fully informed and fully supported. 💛

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EP 108:

Okay, real talk—week 33 hits different. 😩
Your baby’s practicing their first breath, your hips feel like they’re about to give out, and your brain is one big ball of overthinking.

In this episode, we’re diving into what’s actually happening in your body right now (beyond “your baby is the size of a pineapple”), the mental load no one talks about, and 3 things you NEED to do this week to feel less freaked out and more fully ready.

From lightning crotch to labor prep and breastfeeding tips—you’ll walk away from this episode feeling seen, prepared, and way more confident about what’s next.

🎧 Press play and let’s get you out of panic mode and into prep mode.

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EP 107:

If your brain has been spinning with What if I can’t handle it? or I’m not ready for this, you’re in the right place. In this episode, Stephanie Poole reveals her signature Birth Blueprint®—a proven, step-by-step framework that helps first-time moms ditch the panic and walk into birth and postpartum feeling calm, confident, and in control.

You’ll learn:

• Why “prepping your mindset” is just as important as learning about contractions
• The 4 key phases of the Birth Blueprint™: Plan, Prepare, Push, and Postpartum
• What real birth prep looks like (and why watching TikToks alone isn’t it)
• How to advocate for yourself, recover after birth, and actually feel held in the postpartum period

 This episode is for every mama who’s feeling overwhelmed and wants a clear path forward. You were made for this—you just need the right roadmap. And now? You’ve got it.

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•  Join the Bump to Bundle Blueprint®

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EP 107:

Feeling overwhelmed about birth, breastfeeding, or whether your body will "do what it’s supposed to"? You're not the only one. In this episode, Stephanie Poole shares the one simple breathing technique that helps first-time moms shift from anxiety to calm confidence—before, during, and after birth.

You’ll learn:

• Why fear in pregnancy is normal (and why staying stuck in it is optional)
• The exact breathing tool to instantly regulate your nervous system
• How it helped one first-time mom go from terrified to totally in control during labor
• Why breathwork is your most underrated, most powerful labor tool

 Bonus: Stephanie leads you through the technique right inside the episode—so you can feel the shift for yourself!

• 👉 Ready to take this calm feeling and turn it into real birth prep? Watch the next episode for your action plan.

Resources Mentioned:

• Watch the next video: Turn Calm Into Your Birth Plan
• Stephanie’s Bump to Bundle Blueprint® – Your full plan for labor, birth & postpartum

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EP 106:

If you’re pregnant and feeling that low-key anxiety creeping in every time someone says “labor,” this episode is your rescue plan in 4 simple steps. I’m sharing my signature Birth Blueprint—a framework that’s helped first-time moms go from overwhelmed and fearful to calm, confident, and in control.

We’ll break down:

•  The mindset shift that no one is talking about but every mama needs.
•  How to actually prepare your body for labor (spoiler: it’s not just reading handouts).
•  Why pushing isn’t just physical—and how to advocate for what YOU need.
• The postpartum truth bomb most providers skip (but it’s the key to healing & thriving).

This is a crash course in birth confidence that’ll help you delete fear and embrace the kind of birth you deserve.

👉 If this episode speaks to you, check out my complete Bump To Bundle Blueprint® for deeper support through labor, birth, and breastfeeding.
 

What You’ll Learn:
00:00 – Why mindset is step one
02:00 – How to prepare your body for every stage of labor
03:40 – Tools for pushing with confidence
05:25 – The postpartum plan no one hands you at the hospital
06:45 – Your next step to reduce labor and breastfeeding anxiety

Mentioned in this episode:
📘 Bump To Bundle Blueprint®
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EP 105: 

If something about the way birth is "sold" to first-time moms has ever felt off to you… you’re not wrong.
 In this episode, I’m exposing the top 3 LIES the birth industry tells pregnant moms that keep you anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck on the Google-Go-Round. 😩

We’re talking:

• Why “just trust the doctor” is keeping you silent when you should be asking questions
• The truth about pain in labor (and what actually helps)
• And the biggest myth that’s sabotaging breastfeeding before it even begins

✨ Plus, I’m sharing evidence-based tips and real strategies to help you feel in control—not confused—about your birth and breastfeeding journey.

Hit play if:
💡 You’ve been told to “just go with the flow”
💡 You feel brushed off by providers
💡 You want to prepare for birth your way, not just the hospital’s

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EP: 104

Feeling overwhelmed even though you’ve done all the research? You’re not alone — and this episode is here to clear things up. Stephanie Poole (doula, lactation consultant, and birth prep expert) breaks down the real reason you still feel unprepared for birth — and what you actually need to feel calm, confident, and ready for labor.

In this no-fluff, straight-talking episode, you’ll learn:

• Why “just trust your body” isn’t enough (and what to do instead)
• The truth about the “research spiral”
• Why memorizing stages of labor won’t help in the moment
• What embodied preparation looks like — and why it’s a game-changer
• A sneak peek into real birth prep that actually works

Whether you're giving birth in a hospital, at home, or in a birthing center, this episode will help you shift from anxious to empowered — no more spiraling at 1AM.

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