Pregnancy Podcast
A resource to support expecting moms (and partners, too!) with evidence-based information to navigate the awesome adventure of pregnancy, birth, and being a new parent. Vanessa Merten provides evidence based info that goes way beyond the typical "pregnancy instruction manual". Every episode is designed to give you all of the evidence, research, pros, cons, risks, and benefits – all so you decide what the best option is for YOU and feel confident about your decisions during your pregnancy and be...
Episodes (120)
Mastering the Basics of Breastfeeding
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Q&A: Do You Really Need to Stop Using Retinol During Pregnancy?
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The Complete Guide to Packing Your Birth Bag
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Heat Exposure During Pregnancy, What's Safe and What to Avoid
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Q&A: What to Know Before Buying a Home Doppler to Hear Your Baby's Heartbeat
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Your Guide to Traveling While Pregnant
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Q&A: Should We Find Out the Sex of Our Baby?
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Labor Signs and the Start of Labor
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Q&A: Deciding When to Share Your Pregnancy at Work
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Pregnancy Crash Course for Dads and Partners
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Q&A: How to Deal with a Stuffy Nose During Pregnancy
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A Simple Framework for Any Pregnancy or Birth Decision
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Q&A: Is a Birth Plan Really Necessary?
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Fourth Trimester: How to Plan Ahead
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The CDC Changes Its Stance on the COVID-19 Vaccine
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Fourth Trimester: What to Expect
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Q&A: Are You Getting Enough DHA in Pregnancy?
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Third Trimester Overview: Preparing for Birth and the Final Stretch
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Q&A: How Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health
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Second Trimester Overview: From Baby Kicks to Body Changes
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Q&A: Navigating Unwanted Advice, Opinions, and Input
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First Trimester Overview: Adjusting to Pregnancy and Early Changes
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Baby Name
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Happy Mother's Day
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Choosing (or Changing) Your Doctor or Midwife
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Pros and Cons of Erythromycin Eye Ointment for Your Newborn
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Options To Make a Cesarean More Mom- And Baby-Friendly
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What to Expect in a Cesarean Birth
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Optimal Labor Positions for a Shorter and Easier Birth
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Your Options for the Third Stage of Labor
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Can Eating Dates Naturally Induce Labor and Shorten Duration?
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Prenatal Yoga, Recommendations and What to Avoid
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Strength Training and Lifting Weights During Pregnancy
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Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)
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Fourth Trimester Planning Ahead
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Fourth Trimester What to Expect
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Third Trimester Overview
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Second Trimester Overview
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First Trimester Overview
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Getting Sick During Pregnancy (Colds, Flu, and COVID-19)
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Preventing and Treating Fevers During Pregnancy
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Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
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Supporting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
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Crafting a Positive Body Image During Pregnancy and Motherhood
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Placenta Encapsulation: The Evidence on the Risks and Benefits
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Troubleshooting Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and as a New Parent
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Evidence-Based Tips to Improve Your Sleep
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Pain Management Options for Labor
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Birth Interventions Overview
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Hydration and Drinking Water
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