Channel: PregTASTIC Pregnancy Podcast 


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PregTASTIC is the weekly podcast by pregnant women, for pregnant women about the fantastic journey to motherhood. Full of expert information and friendly advice, opinions and different perspectives for soon-to-be moms. Weekly guests include doctors, doula
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HypnoBirthing, meconium in her amniotic fluid and how her itching condition affected birth. Plus, their unique name choice, her most comfortable laboring position and a hospital cafeteria...
Published: Tuesday, 16 December 2008 00:50:35
Duration: 00:59:03
Size: 23.69 MB
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From choosing gear and throwing showers to finding a doula, a doctor and even childcare; learn what baby planners do during pregnancy and beyond with Carrie Furet from Essential Baby...
Published: Monday, 08 December 2008 20:56:11
Duration: 00:34:45
Size: 15.95 MB
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Meridith’s back with her birthing story! She details the ups and downs of a 4-hour labor -- are there downs to that? How she shared the birth with her fiancé overseas, why she was all...
Published: Tuesday, 02 December 2008 08:35:50
Duration: 00:57:43
Size: 23.16 MB
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Prenatal ultrasounds: Should you get a “storefront” 4-D ultrasound? Are there risks involved? How do they work and why are they done? What are some false-positives? Why a full bladder?...
Published: Monday, 24 November 2008 22:11:18
Duration: 00:49:30
Size: 19.86 MB
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Has your sex drive changed during your pregnancy? What are some common issues that interfere with intimacy and how you can overcome them? Will your sex life ever be the same as before...
Published: Monday, 17 November 2008 22:52:57
Duration: 00:52:54
Size: 21.23 MB
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Has pregnancy been overmedicalized? Is an unmedicated birth the best for you and your baby? Should you avoid medications when pregnant? Sex or no sex the last weeks of pregnancy? Dr....
Published: Monday, 10 November 2008 21:05:23
Duration: 00:45:10
Size: 18.13 MB
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Hypnobabies: A birthing option where mothers are awake and aware, can move about freely, relaxed, deeply in hypnosis and completely comfortable while giving birth. Find out the similarities...
Published: Tuesday, 28 October 2008 22:24:05
Duration: 00:55:52
Size: 25.61 MB
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What can you expect to learn in a hospital childbirth class? How have childbirth classes changed over the years? How have women’s expectations of childbirth classes changed, and what...
Published: Tuesday, 21 October 2008 22:24:05
Duration: 00:55:52
Size: 25.61 MB
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B’bye to your period and monthly cramps, hello VIP treatment, confidence and a healthier you. Do you use your pregnancy to get out of things? Are you feeling like a fertility goddess?...
Published: Tuesday, 14 October 2008 21:55:10
Duration: 00:52:18
Size: 23.98 MB
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Janine’s back with her husband Matthew and their newborn! They’ll share how hypnobirthing fared, benefits of a water tub and how they dealt with the bumps on the road to delivery. Plus,...
Published: Wednesday, 08 October 2008 09:38:51
Duration: 01:00:32
Size: 24.29 MB
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Things no one told her about labor and recovery, breasts like water balloons, suck organizing exercises—for baby, and a her tips for expecting parents. Leyna’s back in studio to share...
Published: Tuesday, 30 September 2008 10:09:41
Duration: 01:05:00
Size: 26.08 MB
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Former podcaster Sarah is back with her all natural, drug free birthing story. Her hypnobirthing experience, breastfeeding, her must haves and her birth "pearl of wisdom". Plus, wine...
Published: Tuesday, 16 September 2008 20:27:26
Duration: 01:06:56
Size: 23.02 MB
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Working with her newborn in tow, baby’s first flight, thrush and what to do about it. Plus tips on traveling with a newborn and returning to work from former podcaster Krista who is...
Published: Thursday, 11 September 2008 11:04:40
Duration: 01:09:17
Size: 23.82 MB
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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....
Published: Monday, 01 September 2008 22:28:09
Duration: 01:21:34
Size: 28.04 MB
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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...
Published: Monday, 25 August 2008 22:11:59
Duration: 01:20:55
Size: 27.82 MB
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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...
Published: Monday, 18 August 2008 22:30:08
Duration: 01:13:26
Size: 25.24 MB
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How was Jill's labor different with baby #2? Why did she leave the hospital earlier than planned? Pumping or breastfeeding? Was feeding easier the second time around? Ideas to prepare...
Published: Monday, 11 August 2008 22:14:32
Duration: 00:52:51
Size: 18.18 MB
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The 411 on breastfeeding. PregTASTIC celebrates Breastfeeding Awareness Week! Are you magically supposed to know how to BF? What does a hamburger have to do with breastfeeding? What...
Published: Wednesday, 06 August 2008 01:03:38
Duration: 01:06:10
Size: 22.75 MB
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Will he be a Super Dad or will he struggle to figure out some of the basics? Test your partner's knowledge of diaper changing, baby holding, swaddling and other things every dad should...
Published: Wednesday, 30 July 2008 20:07:36
Duration: 00:34:02
Size: 11.72 MB
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Belly button woes, newfound moles, the cure for restless legs. What do you get when you put together a bar of soap and a bed sheet? The PregTASTIC crew reveals their weird side. Plus,...
Published: Tuesday, 22 July 2008 22:38:32
Duration: 01:00:23
Size: 20.76 MB
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What differentiates the baby blues from postpartum depression? What are the early signs of postpartum depression? Can it be prevented? How long is the postpartum period? Jane Honikman...
Published: Tuesday, 15 July 2008 08:14:32
Duration: 01:06:46
Size: 22.96 MB
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It’s PregTASTIC’s 100th show and 2nd birthday! Former PregTASTIC podcasters return to give advice about pregnancy, birth and life with a newborn including postpartum sex, must haves,...
Published: Wednesday, 02 July 2008 17:44:00
Duration: 01:36:55
Size: 33.31 MB
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What is that soft, squishy stuff hanging around your mid-section? How can you get rid of the jelly belly? How long will it be there? What can you do while you’re pregnant to lessen
Published: Tuesday, 17 June 2008 22:38:30
Duration: 01:06:01
Size: 22.7 MB
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A baby boy or girl? What did Julia compare her planned c-section to? Did her recommended 6 hour walks lead to an easy recovery? Julia’s recommendations for a planned c-section. Plus,...
Published: Tuesday, 10 June 2008 22:06:05
Duration: 00:53:19
Size: 18.34 MB
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When should new moms return to working out? What is a Stroller Strides class? How old does your baby need to be to go with you? What if your baby cries during the class? Besides exercise,...
Published: Wednesday, 04 June 2008 21:28:59
Duration: 00:48:14
Size: 16.59 MB
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From trying trimesters to a textbook birth. 19yrs. old Vanessa was born to be a mom. Her advice to young expecting mothers and her breastfeeding pillow recommendation. What is a frenulum...
Published: Tuesday, 27 May 2008 23:58:21
Duration: 01:05:29
Size: 22.51 MB
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Did becoming a human pin cushion help speed up, former podcaster, Steph's labor? Why did she get scolded when she arrived at the hospital? What did Steph wish someone had told her...
Published: Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:40:50
Duration: 01:00:41
Size: 20.87 MB
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How can you make things easier on yourself during labor. Is there a standard of what happens after birth with getting baby to mom? What are some tips for writing a birth plan that will...
Published: Tuesday, 06 May 2008 21:40:28
Duration: 01:09:17
Size: 23.82 MB
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Preterm labor: What are the causes? Signs? How can preterm labor be prevented? What about twins? Dr. Diane Ashton, Deputy Medical Director of the March of Dimes talks preterm birth....
Published: Monday, 28 April 2008 23:38:09
Duration: 00:43:19
Size: 14.9 MB
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This week we're chatting about the lighter side of pregnancy. Did your pregnancy happen as planned, was it an oops, or a surprise? Were both you and your husband on board? Plus, pregnancy...
Published: Wednesday, 23 April 2008 10:55:52
Duration: 00:55:58
Size: 19.25 MB
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Is miscarriage preventable? If so, how? What are the signs of miscarriage? Are there health conditions that can cause miscarriage? What goes on with a woman's hormones before and after...
Published: Wednesday, 16 April 2008 00:17:03
Duration: 00:43:07
Size: 14.84 MB
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How to cope with miscarriage? How to talk with family and friends about it. How to support a friend who has miscarried and what NOT to say to someone who has miscarried. PregTASTIC's...
Published: Wednesday, 09 April 2008 01:20:38
Duration: 00:49:56
Size: 17.17 MB
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Strollers, car sears, travel systems, cribs... Trouble sifting through all the options? Ali from giggle.com details things to consider. Are you a double wide, city dweller or off road...
Published: Monday, 31 March 2008 22:10:37
Duration: 01:02:37
Size: 21.53 MB
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How much is too much? When should you stop talking about your pregnancy? Belly Button woes, Steph's shower, vivid dreams, storing sleep, storing sex, clothing ideas and more. Plus,
Published: Tuesday, 25 March 2008 11:28:52
Duration: 00:40:04
Size: 13.79 MB
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Birth at 42 weeks… Amy, former podcaster, shares her birthing story. Did she use HypnoBirthing and how long did she labor at home? Her doula's role, a teary husband, breastfeeding
Published: Tuesday, 18 March 2008 22:10:45
Duration: 01:03:16
Size: 21.75 MB
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Celebrate the coming of your child and pamper yourself before the Pampers. Babymoons: Why might you consider taking a babymoon? When is the optimal time to take one? What do hotels
Published: Tuesday, 04 March 2008 18:27:48
Duration: 00:30:51
Size: 14.15 MB
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An Owen or Emma? Lisa’s back to share her birthing experience. Was her one dream request fulfilled? At 13 days “overdue” was she induced? Did her husband use the flash cards she made?...
Published: Tuesday, 26 February 2008 21:19:53
Duration: 00:46:54
Size: 10.77 MB
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Common misconceptions couples have about life with a baby. How can you positively address the impact of a baby on your marriage, before baby arrives? Tips to communicate better with...
Published: Tuesday, 19 February 2008 22:51:05
Duration: 00:48:37
Size: 22.28 MB
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What are the core concepts taught in Birthing From Within childbirth prep classes? How is post partum addressed? Which four perspectives are explored? BFW mentor Nicole Morales shares...
Published: Wednesday, 13 February 2008 00:20:46
Duration: 00:42:11
Size: 19.34 MB
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What are the benefits of giving birth in water? Is it easier on mom, baby or both? How does the baby breathe under water? Barbara Harper, Founder of Waterbirth International shares
Published: Tuesday, 05 February 2008 21:34:37
Duration: 00:43:51
Size: 15.09 MB
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Are two cups of coffee too much? Dr. De-Kun Li speaks with us about caffeine's effect on miscarriage. Plus, the best exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor, what are kettlebells
Published: Monday, 28 January 2008 21:32:55
Duration: 00:49:11
Size: 22.54 MB
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How do you keep pregnancy worries at bay? What are some tips to dealing with fears during the first trimester? How to have more ups than downs during pregnancy. And, Birth stats for...
Published: Monday, 21 January 2008 20:58:08
Duration: 00:43:26
Size: 19.91 MB
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1 of 5 women is having her first pregnancy over the age of 35. What is Advanced Maternal Age? What can women in their 20's & 30's do to lessen their risk in a later pregnancy? What
Published: Monday, 07 January 2008 11:58:11
Duration: 00:53:25
Size: 21.42 MB
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What is Centering Pregnancy and how can this group model of care benefit you? How do you find a group care provider? Dr. Peter Bernstein, Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics
Published: Monday, 17 December 2007 22:32:24
Duration: 00:41:51
Size: 16.79 MB
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Clothes, books, magazines…what are your favorites? PregTASTIC shares fabulous pregnancy finds plus Kristen from coolmompicks.com contributes her priceless picks including an all-inclusive...
Published: Monday, 10 December 2007 22:23:17
Duration: 00:48:16
Size: 19.37 MB
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To fully vaccinate, selectively vaccinate or none at all? What is vaccine overload? Should you opt for the flu shot while pregnant? How to find a vaccine compatible pediatrician. PregTASTIC...
Published: Wednesday, 05 December 2007 16:36:39
Duration: 00:55:46
Size: 22.37 MB
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Maritza, her husband Brian and Baby join the crew to share the ups and downs of her birth. When did she finally go to the hospital? Did she get the epidural or was she too far along?...
Published: Wednesday, 28 November 2007 22:46:35
Duration: 00:51:41
Size: 20.74 MB
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What is Lamaze and is it for you? How is Lamaze different from other birthing techniques? Gerri Ryan, midwife and Lamaze cert. childbirth educator clarifies what lamaze is and isn't....
Published: Wednesday, 21 November 2007 08:59:26
Duration: 00:53:01
Size: 21.27 MB
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Hair color? Hot bath? Cat litter? Find out your Pregnancy IQ as the preggies take a true/false test on myths of pregnancy. Coming soon: Dr. Robert Sears to talk vaccines.
Published: Monday, 12 November 2007 21:17:33
Duration: 00:45:34
Size: 18.28 MB
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Taking care of peripheral matters for labor day, how to organize your registry, some non-traditional gift ideas, and will you mini van or not? Coming soon: Lamaze, Home Birth, Dr. Sears...
Published: Monday, 05 November 2007 23:38:49
Duration: 00:48:26
Size: 16.66 MB
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Former PregTASTIC Podcasters return with their newborns. Their birth stories and what a gameshow, a taxi and sushi have to do with the birth of their babies. Plus, tips and advice for...
Published: Wednesday, 17 October 2007 20:31:10
Duration: 01:06:56
Size: 26.84 MB
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How can you help your partner go from DUDE to DAD? How can you make the baby more real to your husband? Do men really experience typical pregnancy symptoms? Guests: Authors Sandy and...
Published: Tuesday, 09 October 2007 00:04:18
Duration: 01:11:30
Size: 24.58 MB
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What to consider within all of the choices of pregnancy and childbirth. Some tips to get what you want throughout your pregnancy from your healthcare providers. Resources to help you...
Published: Tuesday, 25 September 2007 22:39:28
Duration: 01:09:39
Size: 23.94 MB
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1 in 3 pregnant women will have a cesarean. What is VBAC? Double sewing? Low transverse incision? What is the recovery time? What tests can be done to determine weather or not you
Published: Tuesday, 18 September 2007 21:29:29
Duration: 01:17:40
Size: 35.59 MB
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Caroline Angel, co-author of The Newly Non-Drinking Girl's Guide to Pregnancy, shares some fetus friendly ways to catch a buzz and how much alcohol is too much? What is a Maternitini?...
Published: Tuesday, 11 September 2007 22:37:15
Duration: 00:58:56
Size: 23.63 MB
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Critically acclaimed, BOLD (Birth on Labor Day) will be performed throughout the world during the month of Sept. This week we welcome Karen Brody, creator of BOLD and Gabrielle, director...
Published: Tuesday, 04 September 2007 23:19:52
Duration: 00:48:45
Size: 19.56 MB
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When should you hire a Lactation Consultant? How to handle those offering well meaning advice. How to tell family that you may not want to have visitors right after giving birth. What's...
Published: Tuesday, 28 August 2007 22:06:48
Duration: 01:21:48
Size: 28.11 MB
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What are two basic principles to understanding breastfeeding? How do they help new mothers? Leading lactation expert, Dr. Jack Newman discusses why there is more to BF than the breastmilk....
Published: Monday, 20 August 2007 21:23:05
Duration: 01:12:55
Size: 25.07 MB
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Despite her blue, chipped toe nail polish and one shaved leg, Amanda gave birth to a healthy, platinum blond, baby Adam. Amanda's pregnancy MUST HAVES, her hilarious birthing story...
Published: Monday, 13 August 2007 21:35:06
Duration: 01:12:23
Size: 24.88 MB
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Breastfeeding within the first hours after birth. The importance of the latch and colostrum. Breastfeeding right after a c-section? Lactation Consultant, Annie VerSteeg, addresses these...
Published: Monday, 06 August 2007 21:27:16
Duration: 01:22:51
Size: 28.48 MB
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Why was Annie induced? Why did she break all the rules of delivery? And conflicting breastfeeding advice. Annie, her husband Rob join us to talk about the birth of their baby Matty....
Published: Monday, 23 July 2007 23:11:18
Duration: 01:05:45
Size: 22.61 MB
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What vitamins and nutrients enhance fetal brain and neural development? What is the latest on eating fish? Does what you eat influence what your baby prefers to eat later in life? Guest:...
Published: Monday, 16 July 2007 15:31:26
Duration: 00:50:28
Size: 17.36 MB
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Far too many expectant mothers find themselves unprepared for labor. How can you combine natural and medical techniques to manage labor pain? What can be done to calm and eliminate
Published: Monday, 09 July 2007 21:57:35
Duration: 01:37:55
Size: 33.65 MB
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What is a Midwife and how can one help during the birth of your baby? What type of training do Midwives have, and resources to help you find your perfect midwife. Plus, the birth of...
Published: Tuesday, 03 July 2007 21:28:09
Duration: 01:01:54
Size: 21.28 MB
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Annie’s husband, Rob joins in on the chit chat while providing another PregTASTIC Dad’s perspective. We’ll chat maternity leave and offer some ideas for you and your partner. Plus,
Published: Monday, 25 June 2007 23:02:12
Duration: 01:05:26
Size: 22.5 MB
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When and how do you tell your child you’re having a baby? How do you prepare your child for this event. Marilyn Turner, Pediatric Nurse, Childbirth Educator and Mom, joins PregTASTIC...
Published: Tuesday, 19 June 2007 22:04:08
Duration: 01:02:32
Size: 21.5 MB
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Faith, a former PregTASTIC podcaster, calls in to share her birthing story and how things are going at home with her new baby. A planned C-section but did everything go as planned?...
Published: Tuesday, 12 June 2007 22:33:44
Duration: 01:13:38
Size: 25.31 MB
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What is involved in cord blood banking? When does it happen, and why should we do it? Today Amy Larsen, from ViaCord shares some interesting facts about cord blood including how it’s...
Published: Monday, 04 June 2007 20:54:34
Duration: 00:49:48
Size: 17.13 MB
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What if breastfeeding does not go as planned? Maybe breastfeeding is not what you have in mind. This week "What you can do to optimize the health of a formula-fed baby?" Plus, formula...
Published: Tuesday, 29 May 2007 23:48:53
Duration: 00:53:29
Size: 18.39 MB
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Is it possible to be a knockout when you are knocked up? What are the staples of a maternity wardrobe? How can you get the most mileage out of maternity clothes. PLUS, diaper bags…
Published: Tuesday, 22 May 2007 15:18:22
Duration: 01:02:15
Size: 16.1 MB
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Is it possible to be a knockout when you are knocked up? What are the staples of a maternity wardrobe? How can you get the most mileage out of maternity clothes. PLUS, diaper bags…
Published: Tuesday, 22 May 2007 15:16:29
Duration: 01:01:45
Size: 21.23 MB
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Welcome to Pregtastic’s first birthday bash! We welcome back, Patti, Gitte, Kirsty, Liana and Alice to chat about how things have been over the past months as everyone learns the ropes...
Published: Tuesday, 15 May 2007 11:11:49
Duration: 00:50:13
Size: 17.27 MB
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For many of us, our pet is king of the castle. But what will happen when your baby arrives? Your pet is sure to notice he's no longer the baby of the family. To soften the blow, start...
Published: Monday, 07 May 2007 22:12:01
Duration: 01:15:09
Size: 25.84 MB
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How long did you wait before you told your your BOSS! How long will you take for maternity leave and 33 weeks into her pregnancy, Rebecca get ready to water birth. Faith's overdue and...
Published: Tuesday, 01 May 2007 22:06:57
Duration: 01:15:00
Size: 25.78 MB
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Could your husband be a stay-at-home daddy? John, a soon to be stay-at-home daddy, chats with the preggie crew and shares his excitement of staying home with baby Nathan. Plus, some...
Published: Tuesday, 24 April 2007 21:50:30
Duration: 01:02:06
Size: 21.35 MB
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CTIS is a pregnancy risk resource that provides free info about all types of medications, drugs, chemicals and diseases that may be harmful to your unborn child. Robert Felix, Informations...
Published: Sunday, 15 April 2007 22:50:46
Duration: 01:18:10
Size: 26.87 MB
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Janette calls in with 3 week old baby Corinna. What happened with her breech baby? How is breastfeeding going? Any surprises? And, what is it like to be a new mom? Plus, this weeks
Published: Tuesday, 10 April 2007 21:39:41
Duration: 01:09:44
Size: 23.97 MB
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Many expecting families are overwhelmed and confused by all of the new financial decisions. What is a Living Trust? How much life insurance do you need? What is the best college savings...
Published: Tuesday, 03 April 2007 22:28:20
Duration: 01:22:16
Size: 28.25 MB
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Many women plan to breastfeed although when the time comes many struggle with various issues. Learn what you can do before birth that will lead to success with breastfeeding. Veronica...
Published: Monday, 26 March 2007 22:24:49
Duration: 00:58:45
Size: 20.2 MB
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Genetic counseling is a service to help individuals and families translate scientific knowledge into practical information. What is genetic testing? Who should see a genetic counselor?...
Published: Monday, 19 March 2007 21:30:59
Duration: 00:35:02
Size: 12.06 MB
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Juniper and her husband Mike call into PregTASTIC to share baby Hayden. How was Juniper's labor and delivery after such a "sick" pregnancy? Mike's perspective and an idea for expecting...
Published: Tuesday, 13 March 2007 22:28:55
Duration: 00:50:47
Size: 17.47 MB
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Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, this week PregTASTIC Preggie Group will talk about the “Trying-Trimester”; was your pregnancy a surprise? Did it happen as planned? Did you...
Published: Monday, 05 March 2007 20:41:52
Duration: 01:15:39
Size: 25.98 MB
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A Belly Cast is literally a plaster cast or mold of your pregnant belly. It is a unique way to freeze this precious moment in time and celebrate the miracle of life. Instead of just...
Published: Tuesday, 27 February 2007 22:46:43
Duration: 01:04:32
Size: 22.19 MB
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WOW what a great show! HypnoBirthing founder and developer, Marie Mongan talks about how HypnoBirthing can release the fears and anxiety associated with birth and minimize the pain
Published: Tuesday, 20 February 2007 21:37:44
Duration: 01:11:27
Size: 24.56 MB
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Alice is back to kick off our first of two HypnoBirthing podcasts. Alice gives her first hand experience delivering baby Alpha using HypnoBirthing combined with a Waterbirth. Alice
Published: Monday, 12 February 2007 23:07:11
Duration: 01:13:21
Size: 25.21 MB
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Kari's back with baby Myann, to fill us in on her birthing experience. Kari share what she did to stay sane during her prolonged hospital stay before giving birth, how’s life with two...
Published: Tuesday, 06 February 2007 22:14:25
Duration: 00:47:42
Size: 16.41 MB
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No guests this week just fun chit chat, info and smart ideas about baby gear. What to buy new and what can be handed down from friends or bought on Craig's list. Plus, our weekly 2
Published: Monday, 29 January 2007 16:31:21
Duration: 01:15:16
Size: 25.88 MB
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With more than 6,000 dirty diapers to change, will they be cloth, disposable, or flushable? What should we consider when choosing the type of diapers we’ll use? What's in those disposable...
Published: Monday, 22 January 2007 20:45:36
Duration: 00:59:36
Size: 20.49 MB
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Ever wonder what your baby is thinking or why your baby is crying? Baby signing teaches babies to use simple, easy-to-do gestures to help communicate their wants and needs. What signs...
Published: Monday, 15 January 2007 22:59:31
Duration: 01:01:52
Size: 21.27 MB
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A birth plan is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain control of your birth experience. It is a simple and non-confrontational way for you to make your wishes clear...
Published: Monday, 08 January 2007 20:44:21
Duration: 00:58:12
Size: 20.01 MB
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We are substituting Mommy's Milk and More in for PregTASTIC this week. On this episode of MMM, Dr. Linda Palmer, author of Baby Matters talks with Veronica about empowering new parents,...
Published: Monday, 01 January 2007 20:09:11
Duration: 00:51:42
Size: 17.78 MB
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Lisa Coleman, Promotional Specialist for Babies"R"Us joins Veronica to talk about age appropriate toys (newborns, 6-12m, 12-36m) to help stimulate growth and interact with. Toy safety...
Published: Tuesday, 26 December 2006 11:12:23
Duration: 00:28:28
Size: 9.8 MB
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Tips on shower registries, travel, and treats for your nurses. Plus, what to pack and will you color coordinate in the hospital bed? What will be done differently during our next pregnancies,...
Published: Tuesday, 19 December 2006 22:37:31
Duration: 01:01:51
Size: 21.27 MB
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As your family grows the dynamics change. A baby on the way, siblings, parents, in-laws, everyone giving advice about how to have your baby and how to be the best parent. Mr. Greg
Published: Monday, 11 December 2006 22:05:55
Duration: 01:06:09
Size: 22.74 MB
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What are Pros and Cons of Circumcision? When and why did circumcision begin? What are some circumcision stats and trends throughout the world? And, if parents choose to circumcise
Published: Monday, 04 December 2006 20:04:18
Duration: 00:51:15
Size: 17.63 MB
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How have birthing practices changed? Cesarean trends, epidural effects on labor and some financial, medical and sociological changes you can make to improve the outcome of your childbirth....
Published: Monday, 27 November 2006 22:13:26
Duration: 01:15:33
Size: 25.97 MB
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Ka-ching! How much will the new baby cost? Are you financially ready? Making a budget, setting financial goals, spending boundaries, shopping smart, and when to begin saving for college....
Published: Monday, 20 November 2006 20:55:57
Duration: 00:36:19
Size: 12.5 MB
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What excites your husband and what are his biggest gripes? Alice's Husband joins us in the PregTASTIC studio and gives us his perspective. Is your husband a helper or a hider? And what...
Published: Monday, 13 November 2006 21:37:18
Duration: 01:06:55
Size: 23.01 MB
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What are the “must ask” questions when interviewing pediatricians? When will your baby meet her/his doctor? Dr. Mike Patrick from www.pediascribe.com joins us to discuss pediatrician...
Published: Monday, 06 November 2006 22:48:19
Duration: 00:46:33
Size: 16.02 MB
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Our podcasters share some pregnancy must haves. Plus, who are you going to call on the way? Who is in the delivery room with you? And, your photo veto power. A new podcaster is in the...
Published: Monday, 23 October 2006 20:38:48
Duration: 00:57:16
Size: 19.69 MB
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How can yoga decrease labor pain and help you connect with your baby? What are the two most important things in any prenatal workout? Sara Holliday, www.fitbysara.com, prenatal fitness...
Published: Monday, 16 October 2006 22:59:08
Duration: 00:41:45
Size: 14.36 MB
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Are you more nervous than your husband? How is he coping with the pregnancy and becoming a father? Some FUN fast facts, lots of laughter, Lisa's outrageous diaper and wipe count and...
Published: Monday, 09 October 2006 23:45:28
Duration: 00:41:13
Size: 14.18 MB
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This year only two-thirds of all babies born in the US are screened at birth for more than 20 life threatening disorders. What about the other one-third? March of Dimes President, Dr....
Published: Tuesday, 03 October 2006 00:05:42
Duration: 00:33:52
Size: 11.66 MB
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Gestational Diabetes affects 20% of all pregnant women. What is GD, what causes it, and who gets it? Why is it so dangerous and how does it affect your pregnancy and the birth of your...
Published: Monday, 25 September 2006 17:27:22
Duration: 00:53:30
Size: 18.4 MB
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Patti's C-section did not happen as planned, her breastfeeding ups and downs, what is Bi-Lateral Hip Dysplasia and how is 6lb-14oz baby Brooke getting along with her 18 month brother?...
Published: Tuesday, 19 September 2006 00:05:31
Duration: 00:50:42
Size: 17.44 MB
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Get relief for morning sickness, migraines, nausea, heartburn, edema, back pain and more. Acupuncture can also help with emotions, preventing a miscarriage, help with healing after
Published: Monday, 11 September 2006 20:27:47
Duration: 00:50:39
Size: 17.42 MB
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Have you ever considered hiring a photographer to capture your beautiful belly bump? What would you do with the artistic, evocative images… Gifts, a surprise for your husband or a unique...
Published: Monday, 04 September 2006 22:05:54
Duration: 00:25:34
Size: 8.81 MB
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What breastfeeding products work best, are right for you, help with pain and what products are a must have. Veronica Tingzon IBCLC, RLC, CLE, details breastfeeding bras, pumps, nipple...
Published: Monday, 28 August 2006 22:01:47
Duration: 00:51:06
Size: 17.57 MB
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Sore nipples, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, low milk supply and prior breast surgeries. Annalee Hulburt, IBCLC, RLC, Lactation Consultant is in our studio to shed some light...
Published: Tuesday, 22 August 2006 00:02:36
Duration: 00:40:47
Size: 14.03 MB
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Margaret Goebel IBCLC, RLC Lactation Consultant, discusses what to do and what not to do during the first days of breastfeeding: feeding cues, the correct latch, nipple preference,
Published: Monday, 14 August 2006 12:56:06
Duration: 00:40:52
Size: 14.07 MB
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This week PregTASTIC kicks off Breastfeeding Awareness Month with the 1st of a 4 part series about breastfeeding. Carol Hunter, a La Leche League Leader, discusses how breastfeeding...
Published: Tuesday, 08 August 2006 10:04:45
Duration: 00:37:39
Size: 12.96 MB
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Postnatal fitness guidelines and tips are this week’s feature. Julie Feldman, our fitness expert, returns to chat about caring for our bodies after the big day. Julie relates prenatal...
Published: Monday, 31 July 2006 17:25:37
Duration: 00:42:44
Size: 14.7 MB
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We’re talking prenatal fitness as our bellies and bodies grow. Julie Feldman our fitness expert is here to discuss prenatal exercise. Julie breaks down pre pregnancy activity levels...
Published: Monday, 24 July 2006 17:01:00
Duration: 00:49:22
Size: 16.97 MB
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Tina returns to PregTASTIC with a 9lbs7oz surprise! The PregTASTIC crew have all sorts of questions; What was labor like? Why induced? What happened when induced? Pain? How did you
Published: Thursday, 20 July 2006 10:11:23
Duration: 00:44:40
Size: 15.36 MB
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We're talking Baby Showers: What's comfortable, fun, over the top, not necessary and annoying? Liana has some great ideas to keep your event fun for everyone including beer and belly...
Published: Saturday, 08 July 2006 19:53:10
Duration: 00:34:39
Size: 11.92 MB
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Our new 2-UP's and 2-DOWN's for our PregTASTIC crew and everyone shares their thoughts about being mothers. We play "Queen For A Day", chatting about what we would wish for if we were...
Published: Saturday, 01 July 2006 19:32:22
Duration: 00:33:13
Size: 19.68 MB
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After taking a week off to move the PregTASTIC studios, our podcasters converge in front of the microphones with some pregnancy "Fast Facts" from the US Census Bureau regarding pregnant...
Published: Saturday, 24 June 2006 19:17:24
Duration: 00:40:54
Size: 9.38 MB
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A new baby is a wonderful joy and a blessing, but it can also bring about questions and concerns. Catherine Parker educates our podcasters on pre-natal massage techniques. How can a...
Published: Saturday, 10 June 2006 14:54:06
Duration: 00:41:37
Size: 14.31 MB
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Deanna Barberino joins us in the podcast studio to continue our doula discussion by focusing specifically on postpartum doulas. How does a postpartum doula help teach the basic needs...
Published: Saturday, 03 June 2006 14:23:44
Duration: 00:39:27
Size: 13.57 MB
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France Wilson, doula and nurse, joins Patti and Alice in the podcast studio for a general discussion on doulas. What is a doula? What do the different types of doulas do? When should...
Published: Saturday, 27 May 2006 17:18:21
Duration: 00:32:14
Size: 11.09 MB
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Sheri Menelli joins us in the podcast studio to educate us about Breastfeeding Meditation. How can mom deal with some of the obstacles of breastfeeding? Sheri shares information on
Published: Saturday, 20 May 2006 14:14:11
Duration: 00:32:48
Size: 11.29 MB
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Our mothers' influences will be discussed. Although we have no formal guest for our introductory show, we'll have our hosts discussing some joyus experiences from their journeys into...
Published: Saturday, 13 May 2006 14:06:12
Duration: 00:37:31
Size: 12.9 MB
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