Latest Hospitalbirth Podcast Episodes
Episode 129: Vulvar Cancer
Doulas of the Roundtable - February 15, 2024 17:40 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsAccording to the American Cancer Society, vulvar cancer accounts for 6% of all cancers of the female reproductive organs. Over 1600 individuals will die from vulvar cancer per year. Cancers of the uterus, cervix, and ovaries are far more well-known, identified, and diagnosed. Yet, cancer of th...
Exercise During Pregnancy, Recommendations and What to Avoid
Pregnancy Podcast - February 11, 2024 07:30 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsRegular exercise during pregnancy can decrease your risk of complications like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and cesarean birth and promote a healthy weight gain. Working out can also ease common pregnancy symptoms like constipation and back pain. In addition, living an active lifestyle wi...
Fourth Trimester Planning Ahead
Pregnancy Podcast - February 04, 2024 07:30 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe most significant adjustment period is the first three months after your baby is born. In reality, recovering from birth takes longer for many new parents. You are healing and navigating how to care for yourself and a tiny human. This is a big transition from pregnancy and an even more signif...
Episode 128: Advanced Maternal Age
Doulas of the Roundtable - February 01, 2024 18:07 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsAdvanced maternal age is defined as a pregnant individual who is 35 years of age or older at the estimated due date or date of delivery. Pregnancy at or beyond this age is considered a risk factor for adverse outcomes in the birthing person and baby. When one is considered "advanced" in age, i...
Fourth Trimester What to Expect
Pregnancy Podcast - January 28, 2024 07:30 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsDuring pregnancy, you focus on your health, baby, and planning for birth. Many expecting moms often overlook what happens after birth and what they may experience postpartum. Your body needs time to recover after nine months of pregnancy, giving birth, and establishing breastfeeding. Many things...
Third Trimester Overview
Pregnancy Podcast - January 21, 2024 07:30 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsWeek 28 until your baby’s birth, around 40 weeks, is the last stretch until you meet your baby. This episode covers everything you need to know to navigate the third trimester. Your baby undergoes many changes this trimester to prepare for life outside your womb. This trimester can be challengin...
Episode 127: Combination Feeding
Doulas of the Roundtable - January 18, 2024 18:50 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsCombination feeding is one of many approaches families choose when feeding their baby. It may be the plan from the start. Or, clients may find themselves settling into combination feeding due to postpartum challenges. Some parents may feel that taking on 100% of the responsibility for infant f...
Second Trimester Overview
Pregnancy Podcast - January 14, 2024 07:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsWeeks 13 to 27 of your pregnancy tend to be the favorite period for many expecting moms. This episode covers everything you need to know to navigate the second trimester. Your belly will start showing, and you can feel your baby kicking. By this point, morning sickness should be subsiding. You h...
First Trimester Overview
Pregnancy Podcast - January 07, 2024 07:30 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe first 12 weeks of your pregnancy are the most significant adjustment period. This episode covers everything you need to know to navigate the first trimester. Your baby is building organs and structures. You will experience some physical and emotional symptoms of pregnancy. Understanding comm...
Episode 126: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Doulas of the Roundtable - January 03, 2024 20:47 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsPerinatal mood and anxiety disorders impact 15-21% of pregnant and postpartum individuals, according to the National Institute of Health. As birth professionals, it is likely that you will encounter a client who experiences a mood or anxiety disorder during pregnancy or after birth. We must be...
Getting Sick During Pregnancy (Colds, Flu, and COVID-19)
Pregnancy Podcast - December 24, 2023 07:30 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsPregnancy affects every system in your body, including your immune system. It is so important to take care of your health when you are expecting. Even when you take precautions to avoid getting sick, you can get a cold, flu, or COVID-19 at some point over the nine months of your pregnancy. Being...
Episode: 125 Season 5 Wrap Up
Doulas of the Roundtable - December 21, 2023 22:21 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsIt's been a busy, amazing year of growth, learning, and success. Here we are again at the end of another amazing season. Looking back over the past year, it's always fun to see our most popular episodes and share our favorites. As always, your love and passion for the topics we talk about a...
Preventing and Treating Fevers During Pregnancy
Pregnancy Podcast - December 17, 2023 07:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsA fever is part of your body’s immune response as a natural defense against infection. The risks and benefits of fever during pregnancy differ from those of someone who is not pregnant. Running a fever during your pregnancy can be scary. Studies have linked maternal fevers to complications like ...
Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
Pregnancy Podcast - December 10, 2023 07:30 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe immune system is complex, and there is a lot of research on how different nutrients impact it. Before you buy any supplements, please make sure you are already prioritizing covering the basics, including eating healthy, sleep, hydration, and exercise. No amount of immune-boosting supplements...
Episode 124: Website Essentials
Doulas of the Roundtable - December 07, 2023 21:43 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsWhen it comes to your website, there are a few website essentials that you should be sure to include. There are also common traps that you should avoid. Your website is the virtual storefront of your business. Often, it will be the first impression that a prospective client will encounter. As ...
Supporting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
Pregnancy Podcast - December 03, 2023 07:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsYour immune system keeps you healthy and helps fight off infection. The classic perspective is that pregnancy suppresses your immune system. Advancements in our understanding of the immune system during pregnancy paint a more colorful picture. We now see the placenta as an immune regulatory orga...
Crafting a Positive Body Image During Pregnancy and Motherhood
Pregnancy Podcast - November 26, 2023 07:30 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsYour body will undergo a more significant transformation during pregnancy than in any other period. Although building and growing a human is an amazing feat, not everyone is thrilled about the physical changes. There is evidence that women commonly experience body dissatisfaction during and afte...
Episode 123: Virtual vs. In Person Trainings
Doulas of the Roundtable - November 22, 2023 20:03 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsChoosing between virtual or in-person training is one of the first choices often made when considering the many pathways to becoming a doula. Both formats offer pros and cons to learners. Which format may work best for you will depend on many factors. Do you thrive in more independent learning...
Placenta Encapsulation: The Evidence on the Risks and Benefits
Pregnancy Podcast - November 19, 2023 07:30 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe thought of eating your placenta might gross you out at first, but once you hear about some of the fantastic benefits women claim it has, you might be willing to consider it. This is not another podcast solely focused on all the wonderful things placenta encapsulation does. This episode dives...
Troubleshooting Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and as a New Parent
Pregnancy Podcast - November 12, 2023 07:30 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe growing body of research on sleep demonstrates the absolute necessity of sleep for every biological function. Your body changes significantly during pregnancy and while recovering from birth and breastfeeding. One of the best interventions for your health, recovery, and your baby's health is...
Episode 122: Supporting The Third Stage
Doulas of the Roundtable - November 10, 2023 18:38 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsThe methods of support provided during the third stage of labor are many. How the third stage progresses will determine the type of support appropriate for each client. Assistance with bonding, the initiation of breastfeeding, and supporting a client through a perineal tear are all ways in whi...
Evidence-Based Tips to Improve Your Sleep
Pregnancy Podcast - November 05, 2023 07:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThe growing body of research on sleep demonstrates the absolute necessity of sleep for every biological function. This includes learning, memory, brain function, mental health, appetite regulation, immune system function, metabolic function, gut microbiome health, and even cardiovascular health....
Episode 121: Understanding Birth Related Trauma
Doulas of the Roundtable - October 27, 2023 16:08 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsUnderstanding birth-related trauma is an essential skill for all individuals who work in the perinatal field. The fundamental definition of trauma is: a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. When working with birthing or newly postpartum families, we may encounter clients who will i...
Pain Management Options for Labor
Pregnancy Podcast - October 22, 2023 07:30 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsYour body must go through a lot of work to birth a baby. During labor, nerves send messages to your spinal cord and brain, and your brain interprets those signals into the feeling of pain. The good news is that you can access many pain relief options during labor as long as you know what those o...
Birth Interventions Overview
Pregnancy Podcast - October 15, 2023 07:30 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsAn intervention is any action taken to alter the course of your labor or birth. Modern medicine is amazing, and there is no doubt that interventions have saved the lives of both mothers and babies. Although many interventions are routine, there is no one-size-fits-all. Your job is to make inform...
Episode 120: Expectations vs Realities in Doula Work
Doulas of the Roundtable - October 12, 2023 19:03 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsThe expectations vs the realities of doula work can be vast. Many people consider entering this work, thinking it will be sunshine and rainbows. Experiencing birth and cuddling babies is often high on these lists. One of the very first stark realities that most doulas face is the fact that the...
Hydration and Drinking Water
Pregnancy Podcast - October 08, 2023 07:30 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsStaying hydrated is crucial to help your overall health. Water makes up around 60% of your total body weight, and every cell needs water to function. Staying hydrated enables you to regulate body temperature, aids in digestion, transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells, absorbing nutrients, and...
Understanding Your Care Team from Pregnancy to Postpartum
Pregnancy Podcast - October 01, 2023 07:30 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsThis episode examines your care team during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Your primary care provider is the cornerstone of your prenatal care and birth experience. In addition to your doctor or midwife, many other practitioners can play a role in your care. This article will help you underst...
Episode 119: The Value of Childbirth Education
Doulas of the Roundtable - September 29, 2023 12:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsChildbirth education is a way for pregnant individuals to learn about the process of birth and what options may exist. It does this through expelling fear and increasing knowledge. In addition, it teaches pregnant people how to advocate for their wishes. However, the role of the doula and the ...
Your Guide to Prenatal Testing
Pregnancy Podcast - September 24, 2023 07:30 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratingsYour pregnancy journey starts with a positive pregnancy test. That is the first of many tests offered throughout your prenatal care. Some tests diagnose conditions you may have during pregnancy, and others look for genetic abnormalities in your baby. Results from some tests may even impact your ...
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