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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy

Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy

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We're having candid conversations and answering difficult questions about pregnancy, raising kids, and everything mom-related. Join Dr. Angela Mattke, a mom of two and a pediatrician at Mayo Clinic Children's Center in Rochester, Minnesota, alongside Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, who's a pediatric infectious disease doctor also at Mayo Clinic and is also pregnant.
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - The Sleep Episode: For both you and your infant

The Sleep Episode: For both you and your infant

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05/03/22 • 29 min

Fact: babies actually sleep a lot. And moms can, too. Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. discuss how to make both things happen on the regular, with help from special guest Jay Homme, M.D., a pediatrician at Mayo Clinic and father of six children. To discuss: * Sleep patterns developed even before birth * Crib safety * Sleep plans: pros and cons * Soothing a fussy baby * Interrupted sleep * Returning to work * Sharing the work with a partner
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - The Feeding Episode: Helping your baby thrive

The Feeding Episode: Helping your baby thrive

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04/26/22 • 45 min

Breast is best. Or is formula fine? A bit of both? Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. talk through all the issues and research, with help from special guest Jay Homme, M.D., a pediatrician at Mayo Clinic and father of six children. Topics include: * Breastmilk vs. formula * The “dream feed” for breast-resistant babies * Pumping milk * The partner’s role * What to eat, drink and avoid for optimal baby health during breastfeeding
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Post-partum: What to expect in the 6 weeks after delivery
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04/19/22 • 20 min

Everything’s new. Everything’s exciting. And everything’s hard. The first six weeks after birth probably aren’t talked about enough. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist, and medical geneticist, joins Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D., for a candid convo of what comes after birth, including: * Diapers, pads, witch hazel, laxatives, and other essentials * Post-partum depression and anxiety * Getting baby to sleep — mom, too! * Building a village to help child and parents * Fatigue and exhaustion * Healing the birth canal * Keeping up with the parent treadmill — and regularly stepping off
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Delivery: the real-deal and stuff no one tells you about
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04/12/22 • 40 min

Learn why Rachel’s delivery room scene on “Friends” qualifies as “the most unrealistic birth ever.” Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist, and medical geneticist joins co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. to guide you through the reality of labor (vaginal or C section), including: * Why you should expect to get an IV * Why your birth team may include up to 10 people in scrubs * Whether it’s okay to eat and drink during labor * Why things get messy (vomiting, pooping) and that’s actually fine * How you can prepare for effective pushing * What to do to prevent vaginal tearing
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Preparing for Delivery: Having a plan, but keeping it flexible
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04/05/22 • 33 min

Your trip to the hospital, like a trip to go camping, will benefit from advanced planning. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist, and medical geneticist, joins Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. to help you think of everything you’ll need, before you need it, including: * A birth plan * A “go bag” * How you want doctors to help control your pain * Who you want in the room (obstetrician, doula, midwife) * Delayed cord clamping * Pre-planned C section, if you want it
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Planning and Nesting: What do you actually need?

Planning and Nesting: What do you actually need?

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03/29/22 • 26 min

The pop-up ads will start soon after the positive pregnancy test. You must have this safety feature! Your baby cannot survive without that gadget! Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D., sort out what you actually need from what you don’t, what to look for — and look out for — and why it matters. Topics include a wide variety of products, including: * Pacifiers * Sleep sacks * Exercise balls * Cribs * Car seats * Baby monitors * Strollers
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Pregnancy do’s and don’ts Part 2

Pregnancy do’s and don’ts Part 2

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03/22/22 • 22 min

Pregnancy creates a tidal wave of hormones. This protects a growing baby — while creating serious discomfort for mom. Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. discuss the many day-to-day health challenges and disruptions to your routine. Get expert medical opinions on these hot topics: * Pre-natal vitamins * Over-the-counter pain relievers * Heartburn treatments * Cold and cough remedies * Morning sickness * Hair dye and nail care * Flying and other travel * Exercise * Placenta pills
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Pregnancy do’s and don’ts Part 1

Pregnancy do’s and don’ts Part 1

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03/15/22 • 14 min

Being pregnant means you’re about to swim in a sea of “do’s and don’ts.” Mostly don’ts. Co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. discuss the many foods that society tells pregnant women to keep off their plates. What’s science? What’s fiction? What’s in between? Learn all about: * Safer ways to eat sushi * The big reach and risky business of listeria: Why soft cheeses, deli meat, packaged salads and, brace yourself, ice cream can be carriers * Why you should always wash raw fruit and veggies, and leave dealing with the cat’s litterbox to your partner
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Keeping yourself and your baby healthy early in pregnancy
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03/08/22 • 35 min

It’s the most excited you’ll ever be. And it’s the most scared you’ve ever been. Myra J. Wick, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic obstetrician, gynecologist, and medical geneticist, joins co-hosts Angela Mattke, M.D., and Nipunie Rajapakse M.D., to discuss the often-conflicted feelings of expectant parents. Questions tackled include: * What factors make a pregnancy “high risk?” How much does age matter? What can I do to lower that risk? * What can I do during pregnancy to give my baby her best chance at being born healthy, and staying that way? * Should we consider genetic testing? * How should we plan our lives — work, relationships — with a needy new addition joining our ranks?
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Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy - Congratulations, you're pregnant! But now what?

Congratulations, you're pregnant! But now what?

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02/24/22 • 20 min

Co-host Nipunie Rajapakse M.D. talks through the “biggest adventure of my life” — she’s pregnant! She’s joined by co-host Angela Mattke, M.D. — and special guest Jay Homme, M.D., pediatrician at Mayo Clinic and father of six children. Tune in for a wide-ranging discussion of pregnancy in an age of social media and pandemic, with topics including: * When, and how, to announce your news? How can we be sensitive to others who’ve struggled with infertility? * What to expect when we’re older and expecting? Dr. Nipunie is 37, her partner Thomas is 40. * How do we maintain mindfulness and stay in the moment? * What are good ways to keep partners involved in the pregnancy journey? * How do we stay active and preserve “date nights?”
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How many episodes does Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy have?

Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy currently has 11 episodes available.

What topics does Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Medicine, Moms, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.

What is the most popular episode on Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy?

The episode title 'The baby's here! Nipunie's delivery story and first months as a parent' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy?

The average episode length on Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy is 29 minutes.

How often are episodes of Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy released?

Episodes of Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy?

The first episode of Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy was released on Feb 24, 2022.

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