
15 Things To Know about Labor and Birth as a First Time Mom | Ep. 46
07/15/24 • 21 min
15 things that every first time mom needs to know about birth and labor, but no one tells you!
This week's episode, I get REAL and HONEST and share what I wish someone would have told me before I gave birth for the first time!
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15 things that every first time mom needs to know about birth and labor, but no one tells you!
This week's episode, I get REAL and HONEST and share what I wish someone would have told me before I gave birth for the first time!
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IMPORTANT LINKS:
- Shop HERE for portable breastmilk and formula warmer at BisbeeBaby.com
Use code MOM10 for 10% off
Connect with them on Instagram Here
Connect with them on Facebook Here
- Shop HERE for the best breathable, hypoallergenic crib mattress at Pinwheelsleep.com
Use code LEARNINGTOMOM for 20% off
Connect with them on Instagram Here
Connect with them on Facebook Here
- Connect with ME on Instagram HERE or at @learningtomom.podcast
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Struggling mentally in your pregnancy? Having mental health issues in pregnancy? Then this is for you. How to overcome fear and anxiety in pregnancy.
Tangible Tips for improving your mental health during pregnancy.
Today's episode on mental health in pregnancy covers:
- Why do you think women struggle mentally in pregnancy?
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AND MORE!!
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IMPORTANT LINKS:
- Shop HERE for portable breastmilk and formula warmer at BisbeeBaby.com
Use code MOM10 for 10% off
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- Fit Mama In 30: Prenatal Workout Program that I’m Doing: Click HERE Use code LEARNINGTOMOM for the BIGGEST discount they have!! ($20 off their annual plan)How to connect with Emma:
- Her website is linked HERE
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Preparing Your Birth Partner for Birth: Key Skills and Tips with Sallyann Beresford | Ep. 47
How to get your partner involved in birth and labor, what they need to be able to do, tips for your birth partner, how to choose the right birth partner, their role in supporting your labor and birth and more!
Today's episode on birth partner support for labor and birth covers:
- Why is it important to have a supportive birth partner?
- What things do you need to consider when choosing your birth partner?
- What are some things that a birth partner should do when you are in labor?
- Does your birth partner have to be your spouse?
- What are some ways that you can help GUIDE your own birth partner?
- How do you prepare your birth partner for birth?
& MORE!!
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IMPORTANT LINKS:
- Sallyann's book: "Labour of Love: The Ultimate Guide to being a Birth Partner" is linked HERE
- Shop HERE for portable breastmilk and formula warmer at BisbeeBaby.com
Use code MOM10 for 10% off
Connect with them on Instagram Here
Connect with them on Facebook Here
- Shop HERE for the best breathable, hypoallergenic crib mattress at Pinwheelsleep.com
Use code LEARNINGTOMOM for 20% off
Connect with them on Instagram Here
Connect with them on Facebook Here
- Connect with ME on Instagram HERE or at @learningtomom.podcast
How to connect with Sallyann:
- Her website is linked HERE
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