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Apr 2025
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Feb 4
Top 16 Birth Myths from 1940's to Today
“Don’t lift your arms over your head.”“First babies always come late.”“Hospital birth is the only safe option.”If you’re pregnant, you may have already heard at least one of these — maybe from a well-meaning family member… or maybe from your doctor.In this episode, we’re having a ... Show More
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From Fight Camp to Birth: How a Pro Fighter Prepared for Labor w/Madie Meacham
I never thought I would hear birth compared to fighting… but honestly, it might be one of my favorite analogies ever.In this episode, I’m joined by Madie — a professional fighter, dog trainer, and mom — who shares how she approached pregnancy and birth with the same mindset she b ... Show More
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Jan 21
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If you’re pregnant right now, chances are your mornings—or really, your entire day—feel like a constant battle with nausea. 🤢 And that means this episode is 100% for you!In this episode, we uncover the real reasons pregnancy nausea hits so hard — especially early on — and why cr ... Show More
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