POTS and Pregnancy

08/30/23 • 63 min

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Welcome to our final episode of season 3! Thank you for your unwavering support over the past three remarkable seasons. We will resume season 4 on October 11. In the meantime, watch for some exclusive bonus episodes we're excited to share in the coming month.

In this week's installment of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast, we're sharing a special discourse from our Homebase membership gathering. Augustine takes a deep dive into POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), its impact on pregnancy, and the ways midwives can provide nurturing care to expectant mothers dealing with POTS. She generously imparts both her research findings on the subject and insights gained from years of tending to pregnant women, drawing from her own personal encounter with POTS.

For those interested in participating in upcoming Homebase meetings, take a moment to explore our Midwifery Wisdom Membership. Each week, Augustine, along with other accomplished professionals, guides discussions spanning themes like business, relationships, midwifery skills, and cultivating a sustainable lifestyle as a dedicated midwife.

Show Resources
-POTS and Pregnancy: A Review of Literature and Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment
-Vitamin D Specialist Video
-90 Seconds to Change the World Alan Greene

-Benefits of Vitamin D
-The 5-minute Vitamin D Talk

Show Resources
-POTS and Pregnancy: A Review of Literature and Recommendations for Evaluation and Treatment
-Vitamin D Specialist Video
-90 Seconds to Change the World Alan Greene

-Benefits of Vitamin D
-The 5-minute Vitamin D Talk

Previous Episode

A Sit Down With the Resus-A-Cradle Inventor

Join us for this week's episode of the Midwifery Wisdom Podcast as Augustine sits down with the creator of the renowned Resus-A-Cradle, Anni Mclaughlin.

Through firsthand accounts, Augustine and Anni delve into the life-saving impact of the Resus-A-cradle in emergency resuscitations, shedding light on its indispensable role in the realm of midwifery and beyond. Anni shares her insights on utilizing the full potential of this tool, imparting expert tips and techniques garnered from her experience. Discover the visionary path Anni is carving as she works to get this tool into the hospital setting.

Don't miss this episode where midwifery expertise converges with pioneering ingenuity, offering a glimpse into the future that Anni envisions for the Resus-A-cradle.

Show Resources
-Resus-A-Cradle
-Birth Words Podcast

Next Episode

Midwives and the Elements: Water

Welcome to "Midwives and the Elements," our captivating mini-series. As we momentarily step away from our usual episodes, join us over the next few weeks as we explore remarkable tales of midwives from across the nation who've fearlessly ventured into the elements—water, fire, earth, and air—to support clients and families that they serve.

In this episode, we dive into the realm of water.

Be it braving cyclones, navigating through floods, enduring harsh winter storms, or even conquering raging rivers, these stories exemplify the unwavering dedication and innovative spirit of midwives as they aid those in need.

Tune in to witness their remarkable journeys of resilience and compassion.

Show Resources
-The Midwifery Wisdom Experience Denver 2023
-Maui Birth Collective Donations