The Labor Room
When should I start preparing for birth? Is labor pain really that bad? What do I need to stock up on for postpartum? My baby won't latch. Is my breastfeeding journey doomed? Will I ever sleep again?Are we supposed to know what we’re doing? No? Just checking! But the real question is are we supposed to figure it all out alone? The answer is no. The Labor Room podcast is a live-workshop style, mom-to-mom conversation with Mamas who’ve been there. Mamas who can say “me too” when you want to start your motherhood journey out on the right foot but you need some help figuring it all out. You’re about to learn actionable advice and real-life experiences from a mom who’s been there. From TTC, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and the baby stage…we are going to dig into the nitty gritty, the down and dirty, the real-life, no sugar-coating good stuff that you’ve been looking for on your journey through motherhood. As a mama of three, a Labor and Delivery nurse and a birth educator I’m going to help you find your way to an empowered, confident birth and beyond. Welcome to The Labor Room. As a reminder, anything you hear on this podcast should not be taken as medical advice, please see alifeinlabor.com/disclaimer for more info.
Episodes
🎙️ Episode Title: 16 Game-Changing Pregnancy and Labor Tips You Need to Know
Are you ready to transform your pregnancy and labor experience with practical, proven advice? As a seasoned labor and delivery nurse, I’ve gathered 16 of the most game-changing tips to help you navigate this incredible journey with confidence and ease.
In t...
In this empowering episode of The Labor Room, I sit down with Dr. Naomi Whittaker, an OBGYN and mom of five (soon to be six), to discuss her inspiring journey of reclaiming her birth experiences after a traumatic first delivery. Dr. Whittaker shares how her first birth, a primary cesarean due to a misdiagnosis of Cephalopelvic Disp...
In today’s episode of The Labor Room Podcast, I’m sitting down with Amy Kiefer, co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, to talk all about strength training during pregnancy. Amy is an expert in prenatal fitness, and through her work at Expecting and Empowered, she’s empowering moms to maintain their strength and health during pregna...
Let's chat about labor positions that can lead to an easier, smoother, healthier birth process for you and your baby. Plus, can hospital policy dictate in what position you give birth?
Connect with Heather
@alifeinlabor
A Life In Labor website
Resources mentioned in this episode
Enjoy Your Birt...
In this empowering episode of The Labor Room, we’re diving deep into how to turn your birth plan into your birth reality. Whether you're a first-time mom or navigating another pregnancy, creating a birth plan that aligns with your values and desires is key to feeling prepared and empowered. But how do you make sure your birth ...
Welcome to this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, where I'm diving deep into a topic that doesn't get talked about enough – the immediate care of newborns right after birth. You may think you're prepared, with all the advice you've gathered about sleepless nights and endless diaper changes, but there's so ...
In this enlightening episode of The Labor Room podcast, Heather Knezic sits down with Alexandra DeVito, a renowned functional nutritionist specializing in fertility and preconception health. Alexandra is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Hea...
In this episode of The Labor Room podcast, I dive into a practical and stress-free approach to building a breast milk freezer stash. Whether you’re planning to return to work, want to have some extra milk on hand, or are simply looking to build a stash for peace of mind, this episode is packed with tips and strategies to make the p...
In this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, Heather Knezic interviews Jacque Ordner, a Motif Medical Advisor, IBCLC, and BSN, about the unique challenges and solutions for breastfeeding after a C-section. Jacque shares valuable insights on overcoming common obstacles, effective breastfeeding positions, and the importance of support ...
Host: Heather Knezic
Guest: Chanelle Nsangou Nioya, DNP, CNM, FNP-C
Episode Summary: In this episode, Heather Knezic sits down with Chanelle Nsangou Nioya, a doctorate-prepared, board-certified nurse midwife and nurse practitioner, to discuss an often overlooked but crucial aspect of postpartum recovery: sexual health. Chanelle ...
Hey! Today on The Labor Room Podcast we are talking about True vs False labor and how to know whether or not you're having real labor contractions or if they are just a run of annoying braxton hicks contractions. It can be confusing if you're a new mom but in this episode we will go over:
5 things to look for to dete...
Welcome back to the labor room where we talk about all things pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and babies! Today we are honoring all of the mamas who are gearing up for their summer pregnancy this year. I have given birth two two babies during or immediately after the peak of summer so I know exactly what it's like to endure a...
Welcome back to the labor room podcast where we talk about all things motherhood! Today we have a special guest on the podcast here to talk to us about the importance of self care as new and expecting moms AND how to access it without it feeling like you're just adding more to your plate as a busy mama who's already feeli...
In this Rapid Fire Friday episode I am off-the-cuff answering questions all about epidurals in labor. As a labor and delivery nurse of over 10 years, I have a lot to say about epidurals!
In today's episode, I'll be addressing questions such as:
- 3 months PP and still have pain in my back from my epidural. ...
Welcome back to the Labor Room Podcast where we talk about all things pregnancy, birth, and babies. Today we are diving into newborn sleep and how a solid bedtime routine plays a role.
If you're a new mom or just a mom with a newborn and you're looking for sleep advice, I definitely recommend that you tune into ...
Welcome back to another Bonus Episode Rapid Fire Friday! Today we are going to quickly touch on topics such as Leaking Nipples, Planned C-Sections, Last Baby, Vasectomy & the 1-2 transition! So glad you're here to tune in.
Connect with Heather:
@alifeinlabor
The C-Section Guide
-The Empowere...
Welcome back to the Labor Room Podcast. Today we are chatting about 21 pieces of labor advice I wish every first time mom knew before going into labor.
Although this labor advice was specifically geared toward first time moms, who isn't looking for a little help when it comes to the hardest thing your body has ever d...
Welcome back, friends! Today we are going to continue our first Rapid Fire Friday where I will *try* to rapid fire answer some of the most popular questions that you guys submitted.
Today we are going through my TOP 5 asked questions of 2023. Topics include labor induction, going past your due date, VBAC, baby sleep, and ...
Join me as I interview Becca Romero on the topic of creating a fertility diet to optimize your fertility and benefit your overall health. Becca is the founder of Little Life Nutrition, an online fertility nutrition practice. Becca is a licenced dietitian nutritionist and a certified nutrition specialist. With a specialized focus on...
I'm so excited you guys! Today is our very first Rapid Fire Friday where I will *try* to rapid fire answer questions that you guys have submitted.
Today we are going through my TOP asked questions of 2023. I was shocked that some of these questions made it to the top 13 but here we are!
I got really long wi...
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