Pregnancy

Why You Should Pay Attention to Endocrine Disruptors with Sarah Thompson

Postpartum, Pregnancy, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

Have you considered how your endocrine system might affect your fertility or pregnancy?  Today we dive into the topic of endocrine disruptors and how they may adversely affect your system.   Although these endocrine disruptors are everywhere in our environment, the good news is there are ways to limit your exposure.  Our guest today shares practical tips that you […]

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Kegels and Your Pelvic Floor with Kara Mortifoglio PT, DPT, WCS

Postpartum, Pregnancy, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

How does the health of the pelvic floor impact birth?  It is so important to have a healthy pelvic floor in order to have a functional birth and a healthy body.  This is one of my favorite topics!  If you’ve been a listener of Yoga| Birth| Babies, you know that anytime I have an opportunity to talk about the pelvic

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Strength Training for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond with Nicole Scheitlin

Postpartum, Pregnancy, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

Should you do strength training while pregnant?  Today we will talk about strength training for pregnancy, birth and beyond.  This is a topic that is near and dear to my heart because I believe that strength training can help prepare your body for birth, help you be more comfortable during pregnancy, and help you rehab postpartum.  In this

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PCOS and How it Affects Your Fertility and Pregnancy with Doreen Block and Dr. Aumatma Simmons

Pregnancy, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

What is PCOS and how does it affect fertility?  Today we will discuss PCOS – Polycystic ovarian syndrome and how it impacts infertility and pregnancy.  If you have PCOS, this conversation will give you information on how to advocate for your best pregnancy.  As we dive into this topic, we will examine the role the environment plays on

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Vaginal Exams- When and Why to Have One During Pregnancy and Labor with Kara French

Birth, Pregnancy, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

Have you considered why you should have a vaginal exam during pregnancy and labor?  I often say your cervix is not a crystal ball, it’s not going to tell you when labor is going to start.  It’s something I see time and time again, students will come into class excited because they are a little dilated or

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How To Advocate for Yourself During Pregnancy and Birth with HeHe Stewart

Childbirth Education, Pregnancy, Yoga | Birth | Babies, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

Imagine, you’re at your 38 week check up and your care provider wants to do a cervical exam. For some people this might sound great, but what if it doesn’t? Do you have to have the exam because your care provider suggested it? What about continuous fetal monitoring during your labor, birthing on your back,

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Sex During Pregnancy and After Baby with Dr. Sabrina Baxter

Postpartum, Pregnancy, Yoga | Birth | Babies, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

For many sex is a very different experience while pregnant and newly postpartum. From wondering if you might hurt your baby to the physical discomfort one may experience, a lot of questions come to mind. Today we’re going to talk about sex during pregnancy and after baby. I gathered some of the students together from

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Skincare During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Dr. Marisa Garshick

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I would venture to bet you’ve been pretty mindful about what you eat and drink throughout your pregnancy and postpartum, but have you thought much about your skincare regimen and how it may need to be adjusted? Certain products are simply not safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding.  In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I

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How Does Stress Affect My Pregnancy? with Parijat Deshpande

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There’s a reason this podcast caught your eye, likely because you’re feeling a bit stressed and want to know how this could affect your pregnancy and baby. While stress is a normal part of life, especially at times of great change, like pregnancy and new parenthood, it could create imbalances in the nervous system, endocrine

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Trust Your Body and Release Control During Pregnancy & Birth with Dr. Carly Snyder

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During pregnancy and birth a certain level of anxiety is to be expected as much is unknown and many things change. However it’s important to note ways depression and anxiety can manifest. A common way for it to appear during this time of life is a lack of trust in one’s self, one’s body, ability

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Preparing the Pelvic Floor and “Core” for Pregnancy and Postpartum with Patricia Ladis

Postpartum, Pregnancy, Yoga | Birth | Babies, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

The term “core” is thrown around a lot in the fitness and yoga world. But what does it really mean? What muscles are involved and how does someone prepare for pregnancy and postpartum?  In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with licensed physical therapist and author, Patricia Ladis. Patricia explains what we mean when we

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Preventing Birth Defects with Dr. Rahul Gupta

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Birth defects, defined by the March of Dimes, are structural changes that affect one or more parts of the body (e.g. heart, brain, foot). While some birth defects are completely unavoidable and unpreventable, certain behaviors and social and environmental factors can impact the risk for birth defects.  In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, Chief Medical and Health

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Due Dates & Induction with Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins

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Due dates, that looming day etched in your mind when your journey through pregnancy will come to an abrupt ending. But how accurate are these given dates and what happens if that day comes and goes?  In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies I speak with board-certified, practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins. Nicole

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The Science of Covid & Its Effect on Pregnancy with Dr. Marta Perez

Pregnancy, Yoga | Birth | Babies, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with board-certified OB-GYN and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Marta Perez on what we know about the science of COVID, it’s effect on pregnancy and fetal and neonatal risks. Dr. Perez helps demystify some of the data and clarifies the effects of COVID on the

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Loss, Grief, Anxiety and Isolation During Pregnancy and Parenthood

Mothering, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Yoga | Birth | Babies, YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast

Pregnancy, birth and early parenthood, are often a time of family gatherings and celebrations. But now during this unprecedented time, these milestones are being experienced in isolation. This massive departure from how one may have originally envisioned the transition into parenthood can lead to feelings of loss and grief. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I

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Pregnancy and Birth During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Pregnancy and being a brand new parent inherently carries a fair amount of anxiety and uncertainty. Add in an unprecedented pandemic, and that anxiety is likely to increase. One of the best ways to combat these feelings are solid and supportive answers to best prepare for what lies ahead. In this very special and timely

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