Today on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, I am kicking off our new series - Baby Registry 101! My hope is that with my help, you'll be able to check this item off your pregnancy to-do list while having a lot of fun along the way! In this episode, I focus on the first steps to create your registry. I'll talk through when you should get your registry started and things to consider when choosing where to register at. If you're past the point of starting your baby registry and are looking for something else to listen to today, check out Episode 167: Preparing for Postpartum: What You Can Do Before Giving Birth. It's a must-listen for every mama!! And if you're already in the newborn days, Episode 169: 10 Surprisingly Common Newborn Behaviors with Dr. Mona Amin is definitely worth a listen! Want even more baby registry support? Grab my FREE Baby Registry Guide - 150+ pages of pros & cons, considerations, and shoppable links for every price point! Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Related Resources and Episodes Amazon Registry Babylist Registry

A question I get asked during almost every shift at the hospital is for a list of pharmaceutical pain medications other than epidurals. And while epidurals are kind of the gold standard when it comes to contraction pain - there actually are some other choices! So, today on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast I'm going to dive into pain meds other than epidurals, with a special focus on IV narcotics and nitrous oxide for labor. I'll be touching on some non-medical pain management options and ideas too. Want to feel more in control of your birth experience? No matter how you plan to deliver, the FREE Birth Prep Guide is here to help you prepare. Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Related Episodes EP171: Epidurals 101: Get Informed About Epidurals for Birth

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, I have a very special birth story from my good friend Christa Innis, host of the Mom Talks with Christa Podcast She is one of my oldest Mommy Labor Nurse friends and she just had her first baby about four months ago. When she reached out to share her story it was an easy yes! I'm so excited to have her share her very positive and amazing birth story with you in today's episode. Don't forget to grab our FREE Birth Prep Guide! 40+ pages of exclusive birth prep content to get confident and prepated! CLICK HERE to grab it!  Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Related Episodes EP184: Andrea's Inspiring Natural Birth Story EP190: Different Types of Twins: Molli's MoMo Twin Birth Story About Christa Innis Christa Innis is a dedicated Senior Social Media and Content Manager at Mommy Knows Best and LaVie Mom, deeply committed to empowering mothers on their breastfeeding and postpartum journey. Based in Wisconsin with her husband, she combines her expertise in content creation with her role as a new mom to a 5-month-old, fostering support and positive change within the parenting community.

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast we’re going to address itching during pregnancy and cover what’s normal and what’s not! The thing about itching in pregnancy is that it might be nothing, but it might actually be a sign of something more serious – which is why I wanted to do an episode about this! During pregnancy, your body goes through so many changes. The changes can be physical, emotional, psychological, or a combination of all three! It can be really hard, especially if it’s your first pregnancy, to know whether or not something is normal and when you need to notify your provider. You are probably familiar with the big red flags: vaginal bleeding, severe pain, and decreased fetal movement, but itching isn’t one of those things that we typically think of as being concerning during pregnancy. And it actually can be! Want to erase anxiety and actually feel excited about birth? Get instant access to my FREE Birth Workshop to learn tons of pain-coping strategies and actionable tips today! Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Related Episodes EP107: Let's Chat Third Trimester FAQs Resources from this Episode Grandpa’s Pine Tar Soap  

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast we have a Q&A style episode that's ALL about the third trimester, based on questions you asked over on my Instagram stories. The third trimester is definitely a transformative time, but it also brings its fair share of uncertainties, questions, and discomforts. From bracing for labor and delivery to nesting instincts and everything in between, we've got you covered! We handpicked a selection of your most commonly asked questions to create an episode that's bursting with helpful information and practical advice. We're here to support you through these final weeks of pregnancy and ensure you're feeling confident and prepared for the journey ahead. Whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned pro, we know that every pregnancy is unique. And that's why this episode is tailored to address a variety of questions and concerns that pregnant mamas like you are facing right now. Want to eliminate stress before birth? Get your FREE 3rd Trimester Prep Pack to know everything is done and feel completely confident with your birth plan and hospital bag! Have an even better birth! CLICK HERE to learn more about our online birth classes that will help you feel prepared and in control - no matter how you deliver. And be sure to follow @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to join our community of over half a million for education, tips, and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Related Episodes EP107: Let's Chat Third Trimester FAQs Aeroflow Did you know that your health insurance will cover the cost of a breast pump? It’s true! In fact, many health insurance plans also cover milk storage bags, breastfeeding prep courses, and more. At Aeroflow Breastpumps, you can shop top-rated breast pumps from brands like Medela, Spectra, and Motif without ever opening your wallet. Fill out their quick and easy insurance eligibility form and they’ll take care of the rest! It might just be the easiest thing you do this pregnancy. Visit aeroflowbreastpumps.com/mommylabornurse to find out why more than 1 million moms have chosen Aeroflow Breastpumps to get their pump through insurance.