Functional prenatal and postpartum nutritionist Jessica Zadeh joins the podcast to discuss the third trimester of her first pregnancy in this before birth story. Jessica's nutrition masterclass is now streaming on Informed Pregnancy Plus.
Connect with the guest: @holistic.mama.nutrition and wholisticmethodnutrition.com
Jessica's nutrition master class on I ... Show More
Jan 29
Ep. 496 The Birth of Informed Pregnancy Media
Today...I'm my own guest, and I wanted to share a bit about my personal story and the inspiration behind my work. Starting out in emergency medicine in New York City, I eventually moved into family centered care. From personal experience and unanswered questions, I have always be ... Show More
37m 17s
May 2025
Third Trimester Overview: Preparing for Birth and the Final Stretch
<div>Week 28 until your baby's birth, around 40 weeks, is the final stretch before you meet your baby. In this episode, learn everything you need to know to navigate the last months of pregnancy confidently. Your baby is undergoing critical developmental changes to prepare for li ... Show More
56m 52s
Sep 2025
Understanding Natural Birth and How to Prepare for an Unmedicated Birth
<p>Unmedicated birth can offer many benefits, but it also involves real challenges that need preparation, planning, and support. In this episode, you'll discover why some parents choose an unmedicated birth and what a physiologic birth without interventions looks like. Discover p ... Show More
37m 37s
Mar 2025
Optimizing Your Birth Environment for a Better Labor Experience
<div>Oxytocin is the key hormone that drives labor, and the fewer stress hormones released during birth, the better your labor can progress. Creating a calm, safe, and supportive birth environment can help optimize oxytocin production and make labor more efficient and comfortable ... Show More
39m 16s
Sep 2025
Q&A: What the Evidence Reveals About Pregnancy Dreams
<p>Vivid, emotional, and sometimes unsettling dreams are a common experience during pregnancy. This episode explores how sleep cycles function and why we dream. Learn why dreams may feel more intense during pregnancy, why you may recall more dreams, and the role stress and emotio ... Show More
19m 21s
Oct 2025
Are Vaginal Exams Really Necessary? What the Evidence Says
A vaginal exam is a procedure that may be offered to you in the weeks leading up to your due date or during labor. These exams have become routine, but questions have been raised about whether they are truly necessary, how useful the results really are, and whether the evidence s ... Show More
40m 19s
Feb 2025
Q&A: Sorting Through Conflicting Advice on Pregnancy Workouts
<div>Exercise during pregnancy is evidence-based to reduce the risk of certain complications, support healthy weight gain, alleviate common pregnancy discomforts, and improve mental well-being. Despite these well-documented benefits, confusion remains about which exercises are sa ... Show More
29m 3s
Sep 2025
Q&A: Is It Safe to Get a Manicure or Pedicure While Pregnant?
<p>Getting a manicure or pedicure can be a relaxing way to treat yourself, but many people wonder if it's safe during pregnancy. This episode looks at the potential concerns about nail polish chemicals, like formaldehyde, toluene, and phthalates, and reviews research on how much ... Show More
21m 20s
Aug 2024
The Realities of Modern Obstetrics: Dr. Stu’s Unfiltered Take
<p>With 40+ years of experience, Dr. Stu of Birthing Instincts transitioned from hospital births to home births. He advocates for informed decision-making and encouraging women to trust their instincts, seek nurturing care and providers, and prepare their bodies and minds for a h ... Show More
1h 33m