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• First Trimester Prenatal Care: What to Really Expect at Your Appointments

  In this insider's guide to first trimester care, Dr. Sterling pulls back the curtain on what really happens at your early prenatal appointments. From transvaginal ultrasounds to weight discussions, genetic screening options to aspirin recommendations, she provides a comprehensive roadmap while sharing practical tips most providers don't tell you.Key MomentsFirst appointment expectationsWeight discussions and recommendationsPhysical exams and testing explainedGenetic screening conversationsAspirin recommendations for preeclampsiaInsider tips for navigating careConnect With UsJoin the Waitlist: sterlingparents.comInstagram: @askdrsterlingpodcastSubmit questions: [email protected] Maternal Age Class

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• Fear of Loss in Early Pregnancy & Sharing Your News

  In this episode, Dr. Sterling addresses one of pregnancy's most challenging emotions: fear of loss. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, she offers a groundbreaking approach to managing anxiety while making decisions about sharing pregnancy news, using home dopplers, and building essential parenting skills.Powerful Quotes"Emotions aren't good or bad - they're pieces of information and data that our body and brain are sending us." - Dr. Sterling"I would rather honor my boundaries and have you be upset with me than to betray myself." - Dr. SterlingConnect With UsJoin Sterling Parents Membership Instagram: @askdrsterlingpodcastSubmit questions: [email protected]

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• Pregnancy Dos & Don'ts: A Modern, Evidence-Based Guide

  In this special series premiere, Dr. Sterling shares exclusive content from the Sterling Parents pregnancy course, breaking down pregnancy guidelines with a refreshing, evidence-based approach centered on personal wellness. Moving beyond rigid rules, she explains the science behind common recommendations while emphasizing the importance of individual decision-making and self-compassion. Get ready for the do's and don'ts of food safety guidelines, caffeine and alcohol, beauty product safety, exercise recommendations and more. Connect With UsJoin Sterling Parents Membership Instagram: @askdrsterlingpodcastSubmit questions: [email protected]

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• I'm Pregnant, Now What? Your Guide for Early Pregnancy

  In this special series premiere, Dr. Sterling shares exclusive content from the Sterling Parents pregnancy course, breaking down exactly what you need to know in those first crucial weeks after seeing those two pink lines. From calculating your due date to choosing the right provider, this episode offers evidence-based guidance for starting your pregnancy journey.Key Moments [35 mins]00:00 - Series introduction and app announcement 03:15 - Calculating your due date accurately 08:30 - When to schedule first appointments 15:45 - Choosing your healthcare provider 22:30 - Prenatal vitamin essentials 28:15 - Managing early pregnancy emotionsExpert InsightsDr. Sterling breaks down:Why 8-10 weeks is standard for first appointmentsExceptions for earlier careNICU levels and hospital selectionPractice styles and their pros/consPrenatal vitamin componentsEarly pregnancy emotional changesConnect With UsJoin Sterling Parents Membership Instagram: @askdrsterlingpodcastSubmit questions: [email protected]

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• Managing Anxious Thoughts in Motherhood: A Therapist's Guide with Dr. Cassidy

  In this insightful episode, Dr. Sterling welcomes Dr. Cassidy Freitas, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in maternal mental health. Using her powerful "car metaphor," Dr. Cassidy breaks down how to develop a new relationship with anxiety during the reproductive years and beyond, offering practical tools for managing anxious thoughts without trying to eliminate them completely.Powerful Quotes"Anxiety is like a backseat passenger in your car - it has important data to share, but it shouldn't be in the driver's seat." - Dr. Cassidy "We can only avoid these parts of ourselves for so long until they get louder and louder to the point where we can't ignore them anymore." - Dr. Cassidy Connect With UsFollow Dr. Cassidy: @drcassidy and check out drcassidymft.com Join Sterling Parents: sterlingparents.comSubmit questions: [email protected]

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