by Vanessa Merten
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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April 27, 2025
<div>Seeing a positive pregnancy test can bring a whirlwind of emotions, excitement, nerves, and maybe a little overwhelm. Finding out you are pregnant instantly changes your world. It can feel daunting to think about everything you need to learn and do. This episode walks you through the essential first steps after discovering you are expecting, from building healthy habits and choosing a care provider to understanding early prenatal care and navigating lifestyle changes. By taking it one step at a time, you can feel confident that you are setting yourself and your baby up for a healthy start.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Thank you to our sponsors</div> <div> </div> <div>The <a href="https://pregnancypodcast.com/strollerrocker" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker</a> is a portable device that features a mechanical rocking mechanism to gently rock your baby’s crib or stroller to promote better sleep on the go. Plus it has a built-in amber night light, a rechargeable battery, soothing sounds, white noise, and sweet lullabies. Soothe your baby to sleep anywhere with the VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker. The VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker is available at <a href= "https://pregnancypodcast.com/strollerrocker" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Walmart</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div>Breastfeeding doesn’t always come easily or naturally, and the right education can make a big difference. The <a href= "https://www.nursingyourbaby.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Practical Guide to Nursing Your Baby Course</a>, created by Abby Egan, a registered labor and delivery nurse, Certified Lactation Educator, and experienced mother, walks you through everything you need to know to get breastfeeding off to a great start. The course includes lifetime access to over 4 hours of video lessons, a growing bonus content library, helpful PDFs and over 60 real-world pro tips to support you throughout your breastfeeding journey. For a limited time, Pregnancy Podcast listeners can save 20% by using the promo code PREGNANCYPODCAST at checkout at <a href="https://www.nursingyourbaby.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nursingyourbaby.com</a></div> <div> </div> <div><a href="https://drinkag1.com/pregnancypodcast" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">AG1</a> is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Even with the best diet, some nutrients can be hard to get. AG1 delivers optimal amounts of nutrients in forms that help your body thrive. Just one scoop contains essential vitamins and nutrients, supports gut health, helps you feel sharp and focused, and supports a healthy immune system. Check out <a href= "https://drinkag1.com/pregnancypodcast" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">DrinkAG1.com/pregnancypodcast</a> to get a free welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2, and 5 free travel packs in your first box. </div> <div>(As a friendly reminder, pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement.)</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Read the <a href="https://pregnancypodcast.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">full article and resources</a> that accompany this episode.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Join <a href="https://pregnancypodcast.com/premium/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pregnancy Podcast Premium</a> to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Check out the <a href="https://pregnancypodcast.com/week" target="_blank" rel="noopener">40 Weeks podcast</a> to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>For more evidence-based information, visit the <a href= "https://pregnancypodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Pregnancy Podcast website</a>.</div>
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