Postpartum

Episode 252 | February 14, 2012

Postpartum Pelvic Floor and Incontinence Issues

The pelvic floor plays a crucial role in the body, and it can be greatly impacted by childbirth. What are the different layers and how do those layers help your body? How can tears and episiotomys effect how those layers function? What causes incontinence? What are kegals and how can they help (more…)

Episode 190 | October 20, 2010

The Placenta: Encapsulation and Other Benefits

Have you thought about what to do with your placenta after the birth of your baby? Did you know your placenta can continue to provide both you and your baby essential nutrients for weeks after (more…)

Episode 143 | June 15, 2009

Your Hormones: Pregnancy and Postpartum

Hormones: What changes are normal during pregnancy? Ways to cope with hormonal changes while pregnant and postpartum. What are “delivery doldrums” and the 72 hour hormonal shift? How does breastfeeding affect hormones? What about males’ hormonal changes? Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Robert Greene is this week’s guest.    SHOW NOTES

Episode 108 | September 1, 2008

First Weeks After Birth

What warrants your worry and what doesn’t during those first weeks with your newborn? Caring for the umbilical cord stump, whites of the eyes and jaundice and a tip for diaper duty. How often should your baby dirty his/her diaper? What can you do to lessen the chance of SIDS? What is colic, and the rule of twos? What should factor in when choosing a formula? Is organic really better? Pediatrician, Dr. William Hitchcock is this week’s guest. Plus, your chance to win another BabyHawk baby carrier.

Episode 107 | August 26, 2008

First Days After Birth

What to expect during the first few days while caring for your new baby? How does your body and your baby’s body change? Danger signs, breast feeding cues, car seat tips and establishing visiting hours at home. Midwife, Gerri Ryan returns for part 2 of our 3 part series. Plus, win a BabyHawk baby carrier!

NEXT WEEK: PregTASTIC “Firsts Series”. Part 3: What to expect during the first few weeks after giving birth. And, your chance to win another BabyHawk baby carrier!

Episode 106 | August 22, 2008

First Moments and Hours After Birth

What to expect during the first moments and hours after giving birth: hospital procedures, newborn screenings, breastfeeding, importance of skin to skin, vaccinations, ways to involve your husband and some thoughts about episiotomy. Jean Frazier, RN, answers our questions as we kick off part 1 of our 3 part “First Series”. Plus, win a BabyHawk baby carrier!

PregTASTIC “Firsts Series”. Part 1: What to expect during the first moments and hours after giving birth. Part 2: What to expect during the first days after giving birth. Part 3: What to expect during the first weeks after giving birth.

Episode 101 | July 15, 2008

Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression

Baby blues or postpartum depression? What are the early signs of postpartum depression? Can it be prevented? How long is the postpartum period? Jane Honikman co-founder of Postpartum Education for Parents and Postpartum Support International joins the crew.