Informed Pregnancy Podcast

Reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Shahin Ghadir shares his expertise on causes of infertility and guides us through male and female fertility testing and treatment options. We also discuss fertility preservation - who should do it, when to do it and the steps involved from start to finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While overuse of medical interventions may do more harm than good, there are times when interventions, such as medical induction or augmentation of labor can be a necessary, safe and effective tool for preventing risk. Dr. Allison Hill discusses indications (and non indications) for labor induction as well as the different methods of induction and some of the pros and cons of each. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Financial Wellness Coach Portia Jackson shares tips to help growing families take the necessary steps and utilize the best tools for getting financially fit for the short term and the long haul.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Year fitness veteran Desi Bartlett is dedicated to helping moms get and stay fit. In this episode she shares practical tips for a healthy mind and body during pregnancy and postpartum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn invaluable tips on preparing for twins and multiples with seasoned expert Sue Darrison. Share this episode with anyone you know who is expecting twins and multiples! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Board Certified Hypnotherapist Alisha Tamburri has over 35 years experience and has trained thousands of expecting parents and childbirth professionals in HypnoBirthing. Learn about stress management, how to release fear, emotional freedom technique, the power of language, HypnoMothering and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cloth diapering has many benefits and is gaining popularity. Expert Renee Kennedy Powers simplifies the myriad of cloth diapering options explaining the pros and cons of each choice and how to use them properly.Sponsored by: Simply Breastfeeding! Learn the fundamentals of breastfeeding online anytime at your own pace. Check out Simply Breastfeeding today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is baby wearing right for you? How do you choose the right carrier and ensure that you are using it properly? Laura Brown founded one of the largest baby wearing non profit organizations, trains other birth and postpartum professionals, and travels and speaks nationally about baby carriers and their use.Sponsored by: KABRITA. Kabrita goat milk foods and formula are naturally easy to digest and non-GMO. To see if Kabrita is right for your family, order you trial kit at KabritaUSA.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsored by Lovevery - Jessica Rolph, a founding partner of Happy Family Brands and mother of three is passionate about helping parents make the most out of their children's first 1000 days. She is the co-founder of a new child development company researching and developing unique products appropriate for each stage of development and discusses parenting with intent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sponsored by: Earth Mama Organics Grounded in Nature, Powered by Love™ Earth Mama makes effective, organic and natural herbal care for the whole journey of motherhood: pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding and baby care. Heather's research has led her to Dr. Emiliano Chavira who does not immediately rule out the possibility of a vaginal breech after cesarean. Heather and Dr. Chavira walk us through the options presented to Heather, the decisions that she made and how the birth ultimately played out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices