Do you have gestational diabetes? Well guess what, this episode is for YOU! And you know what, even if you don't have gestational diabetes, this is a great episode to tune into. GDM is typically diagnosed around 27-28 weeks - so if you're pregnant and haven't had your...
When it comes right down to it guys, we’ve all heard of diabetes. If you’ve been pregnant, you’ve probably talked plenty about Gestational Diabetes, even. But what is gestational diabetes mellitus, really? Let’s talk through it a little so you have all the info you...
I remember sitting with my mom at the doctor’s office as a little girl. She had a big bump and was drinking some weird orange punch. When I asked if I could try it too, she told me, “no, it’s for me and the baby. Besides, it’s really gross anyways.” Ah - the...
Let’s talk about gestational hypertension and preeclampsia, mama! This is a pregnancy complication that is SO important to learn about because monitoring and treatment are key. Now you may be wondering, what even is gestational hypertension and preeclampsia?...
Week 39Week 41WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 40 Weeks Pregnant Baby’s growth and size Baby is anywhere from 19-22 inches this week and is probably somewhere between 7-9 pounds. In other words - baby is the size of a baby! What’s new developmentally? Not...
Week 36Week 38WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 37 Weeks PregnantBaby’s growth and size Baby weighs somewhere between 6.3 and 6.7 pounds this week and measuring right around 19 inches in length. What’s new developmentally? Baby’s brain, lungs, and nervous...
Week 31Week 33WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 32 Weeks PregnantBaby’s growth and size Your baby is somewhere between 16-17 inches long and weighs between 3.5-4 pounds. What’s new developmentally? Baby is spending the next 8 weeks practicing all the skills...
Week 30 Week 32 WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 31 Weeks Pregnant Baby’s growth and size This week baby is weighing right around 3.3 pounds this week and measuring just over 16 inches, somewhere between 16 inches – 16.4 inches. What’s new developmentally? ...
Week 27Week 29WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 28 Weeks PregnantBaby’s growth and size Your little one might not be feeling so little to you. Measuring between 14 and 15 inches in length, baby is right around 14.8 inches and somewhere between 2.2 and 2.6...
Hi, mama! Here are quick links to the Mommy Labor Nurse blog articles and podcast episodes that will help you as you navigate the second trimester. Go ahead and bookmark this page for easy access. Enjoy! Blogs Our searchable blog has over 200 articles that are full of...
Wondering how to get admitted to labor and delivery? You’re certainly not alone! Actually, the funny thing about labor is that most pregnant women (especially first-time mamas!) frequently ask themselves the question, “Am I in labor?” when they aren’t really in labor....
Are you here to learn about VBAC induction? Before we get into it, I want to say this: VBAC inductions are a thing, and they can be successful! Let’s unpack this. VBAC stands for vaginal birth after Cesarean. A VBAC occurs when a mama that has previously had a...
Inductions are a hot topic in the labor and delivery world! There is a lot of information floating around, both positive and negative, and it seems like every person has their own, differing opinion. I would venture to say that a lot of people get a sour taste...
Today we’re going to cover everything you ever wanted to know about fetal heart rate in pregnancy and birth. I will touch on hearing baby’s heartbeat for the first time, how fetal heart rate is monitored during pregnancy and labor, and normal and abnormal fetal...
I hope falling in pregnancy is something you never have to deal with, but the reality is that falls do happen. Taking a spill can be scary for anyone but is especially so when you are pregnant. In this article I will talk all about falling while pregnant,...
Hey Mamas! This week I’ve put together a post outlining the basics of how to prepare for labor induction through my eyes as an L&D nurse. It's for the mamas who KNOW they're getting induced (for one reason or another) but also for the mamas who AREN’T expecting a...
Today we’re going to talk all about induction methods and the reasons you might need to be induced. But before we go there, let’s start with the basics! What is a labor induction? Induction of labor is exactly what it sounds like - you aren’t in labor yet, so we put...
This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast I had my sister, Jenna, come on the show to help me do an "ask me anything about labor and delivery" episode! I haven't done an episode like this in a while, and it was very fun to bring it back! These questions came straight...
In this article, we are taking a look at your C-Section recovery timeline at home. This article picks up after you've been discharged! It provides an overview of what to expect in terms of pain, incision care, and the general postpartum recovery after your C-section...
Looking for the best pregnancy websites to support you during these special, crazy, and often tough 9 months of your life? You are in the right place, mama! First of all, let me just tell you that I’m so glad you’re here. As a labor and delivery nurse, one piece of...
Congratulations on your pregnancy, mama! At this point, I’m guessing you’ve got your positive pregnancy test and your first prenatal appointment is right around the corner. This is such an exciting time! I know that for me, getting that positive pregnancy test was...
Did your provider tell you they want you to come in for an NST? Wondering what to expect and why non stress tests happen during pregnancy? You’re in the right place! NSTs are a fairly common, non-invasive test that happen during pregnancy. Basically, we’re looking to...
Hi mama! Did you know amniotic fluid levels are SERIOUSLY important to how well your baby can recirculate waste? It's something we watch carefully during pregnancy. If there are any concerns, your doctor will estimate this amount to ensure that you don’t have too...
In this episode, I interview my friend Ryann all about pregnancy nutrition and other factors that relate such as cravings, morning sickness, prenatal...
In this episode, I interview my friend Lisa, the founder of Bumpin Blends, about common nutritional needs during pregnancy!...
If you’re looking for the best pregnancy nutrition books, you've probably found it's actually kind of hard to find. There aren't many resources out there, which is why I decided to review the BEST pregnancy nutrition books. When deciding how to review these, I paid...
Hi Mama (To-Be)! Are you looking for the best stretch mark cream during your pregnancy? I’m always a fan of keeping bumps looking glorious, so I did a WHOLE bunch of research on stretch mark creams, how they work, and when to start using them! I started rubbing...
Being constipated is no fun. Being constipated during pregnancy is a sick and twisted joke. The truth is, constipation is VERY common in pregnancy. In fact, there’s almost a 100% chance you will face SOME constipation at some point during your pregnancy. The...
Week 26Week 28WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 27 Weeks PregnantBaby’s growth and size Baby should be right around a solid 2 pounds at 27 weeks. Since last week, baby has added about half an inch to their length and is about 14.5 inches now. What’s new...
Week 25Week 27 WHAT'S GOING ON WITH BABY? Your Baby at 26 Weeks Pregnant Baby’s growth and size At 26 weeks baby is around 14 inches in length and anywhere from 1.7 – 2 pounds. What’s new developmentally? Baby’s eyes begin to open this week! They have been closed for...