logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2025
19m 56s

Q&A: Should We Find Out the Sex of Our B...

VANESSA MERTEN
About this episode
Although most parents choose to find out their baby's sex before birth, it is always an option to wait and make it a surprise. Several factors can influence this decision. This episode responds to a listener who is torn between finding out and waiting and needs help navigating a disagreement with her partner. Hear the pros and cons of finding out early, learn about all of your options for discovering your baby's sex, and explore how to handle the emotions and logistics that come with making this choice during pregnancy.
 
 
Thank you to our sponsor
 
20% off Mommy Steps or Form insoles with the promo code FEET. Studies show pregnancy can make your feet grow. In one study, 61% of participants had a measurable increase in foot length, and 22% reported going up a shoe size. The thought of going up a shoe size and having to replace every pair of shoes you own might freak you out. The good news is that wearing insoles can protect your feet from going up in size.
 
 
Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.
 
 
Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.
 
 
Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.
 
 
For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.
Up next
Yesterday
Supporting and Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
<p>How the immune system works, how it shifts during pregnancy, and what those changes mean for staying healthy. Learn why the most effective way to support your immune system begins with the core foundations of your health. The episode also examines the evidence on popular immun ... Show More
56m 1s
Nov 16
Hypertension and the Hidden Risk Beyond Your Blood Pressure Checks
<p>Some fluctuations in blood pressure during preganncy are expected, but hypertensive disorders are one of the leading causes of maternal and perinatal mortality worldwide. This includes chronic or gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, HELLP, and eclampsia. High blood pressure ... Show More
33m 7s
Nov 12
Q&A: Common Questions About Prenatal Vitamins
You probably know that taking a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy is important, but there's more to it than just that simple advice. I've received a lot of questions recently, including: When should you start taking a prenatal vitamin? Is a prenatal really that different from a m ... Show More
18m 59s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2022
Week 26 Baby Blue Eyes
Welcome to week 26 of your pregnancy. 14 weeks to go! Find out how your baby is growing this week and learn what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.   See a picture of what your baby look ... Show More
5m 34s
Jan 2025
Ep. 442 Jessica Zadeh: Before Birth
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.nu ... Show More
39 m
Sep 10
Things We Wish We Knew Before Getting Pregnant
This episode is sponsored by Shopify! Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at http://www.shopify.com/cimorelliIf you are expecting a baby, or simply curious about what it’s like, this episode is for you! Katherine and Christina open up about their experienc ... Show More
1h 4m
Oct 15
The Gut-Baby Connection: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know
<p>Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s shaping your baby’s health from the very first bite!</p><p>In this episode, we uncover the surprising ways your gut impacts baby’s immune system, brain development, and even lifelong wellness.</p><p>From what to eat each trimester, to ... Show More
32m 58s
Aug 10
Q&A: Feeding, Feelings & Future Babies?
Episode 164: In this episode, Kristen and Luke open up about hitting some new milestones in their parenting journey—from sleepless nights to moments of joy. They catch up on Bravo’s “The McBee Dynasty” (warning: spoilers ahead!), dish on what feeding their baby has really been li ... Show More
49m 39s
Nov 4
Prenatal Diagnosis: Ultrasound & Genetic Testing
For the final episode of the season, Courtney Stephenson, DO, and Marissa Coleridge, MS, CGC, break down everything you need to know about ultrasound and genetic testing during pregnancy. Whether you're expecting, planning for pregnancy, or simply want to understand these importa ... Show More
39m 31s
Jul 2020
What You Can Expect from ‘What To Expect’
When Heidi Murkoff wrote the book ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting’, she was pregnant with her daughter Emma. Her mission was simple: to help parents know what to expect, every step of the way. That mission has grown to include the world's bestselling pregnancy and parenting ... Show More
1m 57s
Oct 28
Let’s Talk About Sex
<p>There’s no “right” time for the sex talk. Just ask Dr. Becky - who ended up explaining condoms to her 5-year-old on a crowded New York City subway. Of course, it’s normal for these conversions to feel awkward - especially if you didn’t have them growing up. In today’s episode, ... Show More
29m 25s
Jun 2021
Things Dads Wished They Knew Before Becoming A Dad
<p>Every Dad has things they wished they knew before their wife became pregnant and before their baby arrived. In this episode we share many of those things. Hopefully you can benefit from the wisdom of other Dads.</p> <p>Leave us a message. Leave us a question. Or... just let us ... Show More
22m 20s
Sep 10
What No One Told You Would Change Your Relationship After Having a Baby with Rachel Shepard Ohta
This episode explores how having a baby reshapes a couple’s relationship in ways few anticipate, from sleep deprivation and shifting roles to unexpected emotional triggers. Rachel shares her own experiences of disconnection, especially after her second child, and normalizes the c ... Show More
55m 19s