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 beyond. The show covers everything from pregnancy to caring for a newborn. Topics include prenatal care, labor, natural birth, hospital birth, cesarean birth, preparing for your baby, breastfeeding, postpartum, and caring for a new baby. This is your evidence-based resource to help you make informed decisions about your pregnancy and your baby.
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- Non-Medical Pain Management Options for Labor 28.09.2025
- Q&A: Tips for When Prenatal Appointments Feel Rushed 24.09.2025
- Medical Pain Management Options for Labor 21.09.2025
- Understanding Natural Birth and How to Prepare for an Unmedicated Birth 14.09.2025
- Q&A: Is It Safe to Get a Manicure or Pedicure While Pregnant? 10.09.2025
- Reframe Your Perspective on Labor Pain 07.09.2025
- Q&A: What the Evidence Reveals About Pregnancy Dreams 03.09.2025
- Understanding Your Options and Choosing the Right Formula 31.08.2025
- Q&A: Noise Exposure in Pregnancy and Concert Safety 27.08.2025
- Complete Guide to Bottle Feeding 24.08.2025
- Q&A: Do Pregnancy Seat Belt Adjusters Improve Safety? 20.08.2025
- Success Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash 17.08.2025
- Q&A: The Essentials for Improving Fertility 13.08.2025
- Troubleshooting Common Breastfeeding Issues 10.08.2025
- Q&A: When Is the Right Time to Get Pregnant? 06.08.2025
- Mastering the Basics of Breastfeeding 03.08.2025
- Q&A: Do You Really Need to Stop Using Retinol During Pregnancy? 30.07.2025
- The Complete Guide to Packing Your Birth Bag 27.07.2025
- Heat Exposure During Pregnancy, What’s Safe and What to Avoid 20.07.2025
- Q&A: What to Know Before Buying a Home Doppler to Hear Your Baby’s Heartbeat 16.07.2025
