The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama

• Overcoming Mental Health Challenges in Motherhood with Danielle Sherman-Lazar | 167

  Trish is joined by Danielle Sherman-Lazar, creator of Living Full and author of Mothers Are Made.Danielle shares her journey from battling eating disorders to becoming a mental health advocate and mother of four. She discusses the challenges of postpartum body image, mental health in motherhood, and how her experiences have shaped her into a better mother. Trish and Danielle discuss how each child changes you as a mother, the identity shifts that happen in postpartum, and the importance of community.No matter where you’re at in your motherhood journey, you are powerful, capable, and doing a darn good job. Stop the self-doubt, give yourself grace, and remember: You’re not alone.Connect with Danielle Sherman-Lazar:Grab her book: Mothers Are Madehttp://www.livingfull.me/ Follow her on Instagram @livingfullafteredFollow her on FaceBook01:07 Danielle's Journey with an Eating Disorder02:15 Motherhood and Mental Health04:45 Postpartum Struggles and Body Image10:01 Empowering Moms and Living Fully14:52 Danielle's Book: Mothers Are MadeResources: Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn FacebookOn YouTubeOn Pinterest On TikTokFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesNext Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience. If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama...

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• Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 8-10: Your First Prenatal Appointment and Early Pregnancy Tips | 166

  Welcome to this week's episode of Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, RN, who is unpacking weeks 8 to 10 of pregnancy.  You've got hormones flying, symptoms ramping up, and maybe even your very first prenatal appointment on the calendar. Trish is going to walk you through exactly what to expect at that appointment, what to ask, and what's normal to feel right now.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!What you’ll learn: The rapid development happening with your baby. What to expect at your first prenatal appointment, what key questions to ask, and how to take charge of your pregnancy journey. What to expect during your first ultrasound.Practical tips for managing morning sickness.Understanding the importance of a strong mindset. The benefits of starting a birth class early to ensure you're prepared for every stage of your pregnancy. 00:59 Weeks 8 to 10: What to Expect03:03 First Prenatal Appointment: What You Need to Know05:49 Mindset Matters: Advocating for Yourself07:36 Morning Sickness Relief Tips10:33 The Importance of Early Birth EducationResources: Join our 5 Days to A Fearless Birth Experience and watch 5 Online Birth Classes FOR FREE!!Grab the First Trimester Prep PackConnect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn FacebookOn YouTubeOn Pinterest On TikTokFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesNext Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience. If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm

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• Second Trimester Pregnancy Testing | 165

  Hey mama! In this short and sweet episode Trish breaks down everything you need to know about second trimester pregnancy testing. Get ready to feel educated, empowered, and like the queen you are as you navigate your pregnancy with confidence.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!What You'll Learn:Second Trimester Visits: Expect weight checks, blood pressure monitoring, urine tests, and hearing your baby’s magical heartbeat with the Doppler. Plus, fundal height measurements to track baby’s growth.Fetal Movement: Those fluttery kicks start between 18-22 weeks, signaling your baby’s thriving.Multiple Marker Screening (Triple/Quad Screen): Done at 16-18 weeks, this blood test checks for Down Syndrome, Trisomy 18, and neural tube defects. 20-Week Anatomy Scan: The big ultrasound! It measures baby’s organs, bones, and more, plus reveals the gender (if you want to know). Be prepared for a long appointment!Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT): Between 24-28 weeks, you’ll drink the dreaded glucola to screen for gestational diabetes. STI Screening & Emotional Check-Ins: High-risk mamas may get STI tests, and your provider will check on your mental health. Be honest—there’s zero shame in needing support.Walk into every appointment informed and ready to advocate for you and your baby. It’s your body, mama!More from this episode:Comment "#second" on any @labor.nurse.mama Instagram post for Second Trimester Prep PackGrab the First Trimester Prep PackGrab the Third Trimester Prep PackListen to Navigating Your 20-Week Anatomy Scan with Confidence | 150Listen to 11 Things to Do During the Second Trimester of Pregnancy | 82Connect with the Gestational Diabetes Nurse 00:53 Second Trimester Overview01:51 Routine Checkups and Measurements03:05 Important Tests and Screenings04:10 Emotional Well-being and Support04:37 The 20-Week Anatomy Scan05:54 Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)06:40 Gestational Diabetes Management07:53 Empowerment and ResourcesResources: First Trimester Secret Podcast🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn Facebook

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• Pregnancy Unpacked: Weeks 6-8: You, Baby, & Pregnancy Hormones | 164

  Welcome to the second episode of Pregnancy Unpacked. I'm Trish, your birth bestie, and I'll be guiding you through every stage of pregnancy. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!In this episode, we focus on the critical, yet often surprising, weeks 6 to 8 of pregnancy. Learn about what's happening in your body, the hormonal changes, and the development of your baby at this stage. We'll talk about common symptoms, how to manage them, and why they're actually good signs, and  how to care for yourself physically, emotionally, and mentally through this wild hormonal ride. 00:59 Navigating Early Pregnancy: Weeks 6-802:43 Understanding Hormonal Changes05:10 Common Symptoms and Remedies08:33 Emotional Well-being During Pregnancy09:27 Practical Tips for the First TrimesterResources: First Trimester Secret Podcast🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn FacebookOn YouTubeOn Pinterest On TikTokFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesNext Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience. If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about...

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• Redefining C-Sections: Embrace Your Cesarean Birth Story | 163

   Today we're getting real about C-sections, not as a worst case scenario, but as a valid, powerful, and yes—a beautiful way to bring your baby into the world.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!Trish is sitting down with two incredible women. Jen Wagner, a trained OB anesthesiologist and Bethany, a doula turned nurse and three times C-section Mama. Together they host this C-section Experience podcast. These women are flipping the narrative on surgical birth, and this conversation is honest, emotional, and packed with tips that every pregnant woman should hear, not just those planning a cesarean, because birth isn't about a plan. It's about your power, and you are the queen of your story no matter how your baby arrives. Connect with Jen & Bethany:Listen to The C-Section Experience PodcastFollow them on Instagram @thecsxpodcast 00:00 Introduction to C-Section Experiences01:17 Meet Jen and Bethany03:49 Changing the Narrative Around C-Sections20:35 The Importance of Advocating for Yourself23:39 Challenging Medical Norms26:17 Creating a Positive C-Section Experience26:53 Medication and Anxiety Management28:10 Capturing the Birth Moment33:11 Normalizing C-Section BirthsResources: First Trimester Secret Podcast🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn FacebookOn YouTubeOn Pinterest On TikTokFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesNext Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience....

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