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The Top Reasons Birth Plans Fail

Pregnancy Podcast - June 23, 2024 07:30 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
A birth plan is much more than a piece of paper you hand to your care provider. A birth plan is a process you go through to prepare for the birth experience you want. This process will lay the foundation for you to be prepared for the scenario in which everything goes as intended and for what sh...

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Your Partner’s Role in Supporting You in Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond

Pregnancy Podcast - June 16, 2024 07:30 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
Most aspects of having a baby rest solely on the mother. One of the biggest things I hear from partners during pregnancy, labor, and after their baby arrives is that they don't know what to do. They feel useless and like they can't help. Or they feel like there is nothing for them to do. There a...

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Divine Order

Let's Get Metaphysical - June 14, 2024 13:47 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 112 ratings
Episode 150 of the Let's Get Meta podcast discusses the idea that behind everything that happens, there is an underlying Divine Order. All bonus content for the podcast can be found at patreon.com/letsgetmeta. Enjoy the episode!

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Preventing and Treating Bug Bites During Pregnancy

Pregnancy Podcast - June 09, 2024 07:30 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
With warmer weather comes more insects and the potential for bug bites. As with any topic, pregnancy adds an additional layer of concern about bug bites. When you are pregnant, increased skin sensitivity can make itchy or painful bug bites more bothersome. Some illnesses spread by insects, like ...

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Case 153: The Lord Milner Hotel South Africa

True Hauntings - June 06, 2024 23:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 145 ratings
Out in the middle of no where in South Africa lies a township that looks like it has been transported directly from Victorian England and randomly dumped in a totally foreign landscape. It is so strange that it attracts tourists from all over the world. The most unique spot here, is the Lord M...

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Ep 261: Nicole’s Birth Story - The Line Between Pain and Suffering

All About Pregnancy & Birth - June 04, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Sometimes a “beautiful” birth doesn’t mean getting what you wanted - it means making the right decisions for yourself along the way. After being stuck at 5 cm for TWELVE HOURS, Nicole decided that it was time to change course. I’ll give away that she did have a vaginal birth, but it was nothing ...

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Overcoming Fear and Anxiety to Go into Birth with Confidence

Pregnancy Podcast - June 02, 2024 07:30 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
All expectant mothers experience some level of anxiety or fear about the unpredictability of labor. Not only can it be stressful to have anxiety about giving birth, but research shows fear of birth can negatively impact your birth experience. There will always be unknowns about how your labor wi...

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SPECIAL EVENT: An Interview with Yvette Fielding, Most Haunted, with Patrick Keller of The Big Seance Podcast

True Hauntings - May 30, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 145 ratings
We have a treat for our listeners today. We have done an episode swap, with one of the people who inspired US to become podcasters, Patrick Keller of The Big Seance Podcast. Enjoy this episode, where he interviews Yvette Fielding, from MOST HAUNTED. If you've love this, make sure you head over...

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The Real GPS

Let's Get Metaphysical - May 29, 2024 15:55 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 112 ratings
Have you ever noticed when your life has been rerouted? This episode of Let's Get Meta discusses the divine plan for your life, and how the real GPS (God's Positioning System) will always reroute you when you have staryed too far from your highest divine life path. The bonus content for this epi...

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Ep 260: Pregnancy & GBS (Group B Strep) - Updated!

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 28, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Group B strep, or GBS, is a relatively common bacterial infection found in the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts. Most people can be carriers and not have any symptoms. However, GBS can present problems for newborns and during pregnancy. I’m doing this episode because some changes have ...

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Choosing the Best Pediatrician for Your Baby

Pregnancy Podcast - May 26, 2024 07:30 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
A pediatrician is the primary care provider for your child from birth through early adulthood. They offer crucial support in monitoring growth, administering immunizations, and diagnosing illnesses. A pediatrician also provides guidance on health and development and will assist you in navigating...

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Case 152: Eva Carriere - Physical Medium - PART 2

True Hauntings - May 23, 2024 23:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 145 ratings
In this episode we conclude our look into the extraordinary world of physical mediumship and the influence of a woman simply called EVA C - who went under the microscope as she forged her career as a medium and cabinet sitter creating some of the most compelling experiences for her audience ever...

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Ep 259: Understanding the Link Between Feeding & Sleep with Hillary Sadler of Baby Settler

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 21, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
So many parents feel like they have to choose between sleep and breastfeeding and today’s guest, Hillary Sadler, says that's not the case - and she knows what she’s talking about! A registered nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and mom of four, Hilary is a true expert in ...

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Tips to Advocate for Yourself with Your Doctor or Midwife

Pregnancy Podcast - May 19, 2024 07:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
Fifty years ago, you went to the doctor, and whatever they told you was the correct answer. They were the experts and the gatekeepers of information. Today, doctors are still experts, but access to information is widely available to patients. There has been a major shift in patients being inform...

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Ep 258: Jodi’s Birth Story - Forceps With No Pain Medication

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 14, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
For many parents, selecting where they’re going to give birth is an important part of the planning process. However, Jodi lives on a small island with only one hospital and didn’t have a choice in the matter. Though she and her baby are healthy, the birth was intensely challenging. Jodi’s pain ...

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Happy Mother's Day

Pregnancy Podcast - May 12, 2024 08:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
Happy Mother’s Day! Whether you are expecting your first baby, already have kids, or listen to this podcast because you help support new moms, I hope you feel celebrated today. I want to thank you for being a part of this podcast and for the honor of allowing me to be with you on your journey to...

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5 Tips to Maximize Every Prenatal Appointment

Pregnancy Podcast - May 12, 2024 07:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
You see a midwife or OBGYN because they are the experts in prenatal care, pregnancy, and birth. They are trained to identify risks, ensure you and your baby are healthy, and assist you in navigating pregnancy and childbirth. In the nine months you are pregnant, you can expect to have around 14 p...

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Case 151: Eva Carriere - Physical Medium PART 1

True Hauntings - May 09, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 145 ratings
Eva Carrière, also known as Eva C, was a French medium, and spiritualist, who gained attention in the early 20th century. She is particularly associated with the field of spirit photography and séances. Eva C, became known for her ability to produce physical manifestations of spirits during th...

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Listener Q&A: 2 vessel umbilical cord

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 09, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Normally the umbilical cord has 3 vessels - 2 arteries and one vein. What does it mean when your baby's umbilical cord has 2 vessels instead of 3? How do you know if this is a concern for your baby? I answer this listener question from Jessica in this episode! If you have a question you'd like ...

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Ep 257: Everything You Need To Know About The Prenatal Tests You’ll Get During Pregnancy

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 07, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
In this episode, you'll learn all the tests that are recommended during pregnancy. I’ll break things down by trimester and talk about why the tests are done and what the results of the tests mean. You can use this information to prepare for upcoming tests or go back and ask questions about ones ...

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Choosing (or Changing) Your Doctor or Midwife

Pregnancy Podcast - May 05, 2024 07:30 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
Your care provider is the cornerstone of your prenatal care and birth experience. You will work with this expert resource throughout pregnancy to make critical decisions. Choosing your care provider is more nuanced than having a midwife for a home birth or an OB/GYN for a birth at a hospital. Yo...

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You've been told you're "high risk". What exactly does that mean?

All About Pregnancy & Birth - May 02, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
The term high risks gets used a lot and can mean very different things depending on your unique circumstances. Learn what "high risk" actually means as well as questions you need to ask if you've been told you're "high risk". Join me in my free LIVE class Make A Birth Plan The Right Way! Grab y...

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Divine Co-Creation

Let's Get Metaphysical - May 01, 2024 11:31 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 112 ratings
Happy 6th anniversary of the Let's Get Metaphysical podcast! To celebrate, we have an episode honoring the journey of how the podcast came to be. This show would never have happened if it were left soley up to Host Ren. We also discuss the importance of Divine Co-Creation in our everyday lives, ...

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Ep 256: Fed is Best with The Formula Mom, Mallory Whitmore

All About Pregnancy & Birth - April 30, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Mallory Whitmore knows her stuff about formula! She’s a certified infant feeding tech, leader of education at Bobbie–the only mom-founded and mom-run U.S. formula brand–and she’s the face behind The Formula Mom, an online platform for infant feeding info and support. To be clear, she’s not agai...

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10 Steps to Craft Your Birth Plan

Pregnancy Podcast - April 28, 2024 07:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
A birth plan is a document that outlines your preferences for labor and what happens directly following the birth of your baby. A birth plan is much more than a piece of paper you hand to your care provider. It is the process you go through to prepare for your desired birth experience. This proc...

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Case 150: The George and Pilgrim in Glastonbury UK - Sinister ghosts and haunted rooms

True Hauntings - April 25, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 145 ratings
Once upon a time, there was an old pub in Glastonbury called The George and Pilgrim. It was a popular stop for travelers but it was said that on nights when the fog rolled in, strange things happened. People would hear strange noises creeping out of the pub, moans and howls, like something was ...

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Spiritual Purification Required

Let's Get Metaphysical - April 25, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 112 ratings
This episode discusses the incarnational necessity of "purification" - particularly in those for whom spiritual development is a priority. What is purification? Are you purifying spiritually? How can we smooth out an intense purification process? These questions are all explored in this episode ...

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Making a birth plan? Be sure to ask your doctor these 4 questions

All About Pregnancy & Birth - April 25, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Making a birth plan is a really important part of helping you have the birth you want. A birth plan helps you think through the things that you want for your birth and communicate your wishes with your birth team. To make the most of your birth plan, be sure to ask your doctor the 4 key questio...

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Ep 255: Amy’s Birth Story - Bonding After a Critical Care Birth

All About Pregnancy & Birth - April 23, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 588 ratings
Amy had what she calls an "easy pregnancy". The birth was the difficult part. Her labor came on quickly and then stalled. While hospital staff nudged her along by breaking her water and administering Pitocin, it became clear that something was wrong. Amy was sick - she was showing symptoms of i...

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Pros and Cons of Erythromycin Eye Ointment for Your Newborn

Pregnancy Podcast - April 21, 2024 07:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 883 ratings
Administering erythromycin eye ointment to newborns is a standard procedure in the United States to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum. Ophthalmia neonatorum is a newborn eye infection that affects 1-2% of newborns in the United States. This infection can be caused by sexually transmitted infections,...