Everyone asking, "What do you need for the baby?" Or "How can I help?" Here’s my 6 simple ways to guide your village towards successfully supporting you after birth.

The thought of giving birth is enough to overwhelm you. I know that because not only have I felt this way before, but I've supported clients who've expressed the same sentiment.

Sometimes the thought of asking for support in specific areas can feel a bit forward - even to the point where you question if you should say anything at all (or just carry the load) After all, you're a master at "getting things done".

But let me tell you my sweet friend, setting yourself up for postpartum success is the new flex.

You are growing and giving birth to a whole human. That's definitely worthy of the rest and recovery you need to successfully transition into motherhood.

Now here’s the good news. In this episode, I’m sharing my simple 6 ways to be supported by friends and family in the first week (wait for it) ...WITHOUT having...

"...If I had a dollar for every piece of unsolicited advice I've received as a mom, I'd be in the financial company of Kylie and Rhianna." -Stephanie

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I'll be honest - while most of it has been well-intended, a lot of it has been inaccurate and sometimes not true! (Just so we're clear: it's impossible to spoil a newborn)

The thing is, when you’re just starting out, you gotta learn how to be confident when tackling the tough issues — and the sooner you understand that the more time you'll have to spend on the important things, like creating special moments with the people who matter most and bonding with your baby.

That’s why I recorded this episode for you. In it, I share the simple yet specific tips for new moms to be confident even when the topics get sticky. 

How do I deal with that family member who insists on offering their opinion? I'm glad you asked my sweet friend.

Tune in to this episode to learn when and how to create healthy boundaries. Let's face ...

Here's what you need to know about your cervix and how it dilates.

Wait... before we jump in to today's topic let me start by explaining why it's important to listen to this episode in it's entirety.

Your cervix is quite literally the gateway to your baby's arrival!

Without the progressive dilation of your cervix, medical interventions will need to be made in order to have a successful delivery.

Needless to say, understanding what affects your cervix dilation is the KEY TO BIRTHING SUCCESS!!!

In this episode, I’m going to walk you through the 6 things that will comprehensively play a part in how you progress when dilating while you labor and during birth.

Whether you plan on having a home birth or if you plan to birth in a hospital or birth center  — this episode is for you! So grab a cool beverage and press play on this informative episode.

As always, thank you so much for tuning in to this episode.

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How to curate the memory of a priceless lifetime moment (& how your sweet baby will thank you for it.)

I’m going to let you in on a little secret — documenting your pregnancy and birth is one of the smartest things you can do. Alright...so maybe that's not really a secret. But now that I've got your attention, let's talk about

Why you should intentionally record/document aspects of your birth journey.

Let's face it. Giving birth is arguably one of the most important things you'll ever do. And for that reason alone, it's worth remembering.

This is truly something I wish someone would have stressed to me and thus the reason I'm stressing it to you.

I'm not one for regret. However, if given a second chance, documenting my pregnancy is definitely something I'd jump at the opportunity to intentionally and carefully do.

Here’s the good news. By listening to this episode, you can slam the door in the face of regret (concerning your pregnancy at least) - before it ever comes a knock...

The Do's and Don'ts of umbilical cord care.

I’m going to let you in on a little secret — less is more...especially when we're talking about how to care for your sweet baby's umbilical cord.

Shortly after you give birth, your baby's umbilical cord is snipped, leaving behind a small stump that will fall off within a few weeks.

Before you're ready to leave the hospital with your newborn, it's important to know how to care for the umbilical cord stump. Your doctor or nurse will likely briefly go over basic tips, but you may feel so overwhelmed with information that you find yourself unclear on how to deal with the belly button area once you get home.

And that’s why I wanted to record this episode for you. In it, I share The DO's and DON'TS for umbilical cord care. 

This is a quick listen so press play and enjoy!

As always, thank you so much for tuning in to this episode.

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6 reasons why the water surrounding your baby is vitally important to their health.

Have you heard of amniotic fluid? 

During pregnancy, your baby develops inside a bag or sac called the amniotic sac. This sac contains a clear liquid called amniotic fluid. Your baby floats in it while resting in the womb. Amniotic fluid protects and nourishes your baby. 

Here’s why that’s important, mama. As with most things concerning your pregnancy, you heavily influence the amniotic ecosystem your baby lives in.

In this episode, you’ll hear where the fluid comes from and all of the functions it serves for your baby while in utero.

That's right!

Today I'm doing a deep dive on amniotic fluid, the silent hero. Cause let's face it - most of us have heard of it but don't have a clue what it actually does.

So, if you’re ready to hear the lowdown about your amniotic fluid, then grab something to take notes with and pay close attention to this episode!

As always, thank you so much for tuning in...

Your willingness to prepare for your birth by starting now is crucial to finding birthing success — here’s why.

If you’re considering ways to have a positive birth experience you should start by understanding, there are somethings you simply can't control.

That's why it's important to focus on the things you CAN control.

Think of it like this, you can't control the length of your labor. However, you can control how you choose to labor. You can determine your birth preferences based on what best aligns with your personality.

So that’s why it’s so important to start preparing for your birth now. 

Now here’s the good news, sweet friend. preparing for your birth doesn't have to be some long, drawn-out affair! With time, effort, and the right strategies, your birth is sure to be a moment you won't forget (or regret).

In this episode, I’m diving into what it means to have a positive birth environment, and how you can prepare yours. So, pop in your earbuds, grab a beverage of your ...

Why you may need to think twice BEFORE copping that expensive cream or oil that promises to prevent your pregnancy stretch marks.

We've all seen the magazine ads or better yet, store displays that promises to enhance your pregnancy glow while preventing "unsightly" stretch marks.

Who wouldn't want the perfectly round, unblemished belly shown on the airbrushed angelic model who's smiling while holding a jar of the magical cream in a jar?

Unfortunately, there's a few factors that determine your likelihood of getting stretch marks. and spoiler alert...

They don't involve a special oil or cream.

If you want to know the tea on stretch marks, then keep reading my friend because today’s episode we'll talk all about what they are and how to know if they'll be hit or miss during your pregnancy.

Grab your favorite drink (non-alcoholic of course), pop those ear buds in and enjoy this episode!

As always, thank you so much for tuning in to this episode.

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Some are myths, some are misconceptions...they're all unrealistic!

"Don't hold your newborn too much. You're going to spoil them."

If I had a dime for every time, I heard that statement over the course of my life, I'd be a wealthy woman.

Not only is it not true, but it's also impossible to spoil a newborn. At birth, babies don't have the capacity to understand the concept of "being spoiled". And even though they DO desire to be held and close to mommy...there's another reason why.

Tune in today, to find out this and more as I offer 6 unrealistic expectations we have for newborns and specific mindset shifts you can make now so bonding with you baby will be a breeze.

Whether you're relaxing with your favorite Starbucks drink in hand, going for a walk or loading laundry - this episode is sure to delight.

Enjoy!

As always, thank you so much for tuning in to this episode.

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Am I Pregnant, Or Not?

Warning, this episode is juicy.

And when I say juicy, I mean jam-packed with early pregnancy symptoms that you may experience shortly after becoming pregnant. 

In fact, these are the most common pregnancy symptoms noted by modern professionals, so let me tell you, they're spot-on!

If you’ve been with me for a while, you know that I like to deconstruct the myths related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding - this conversation does not disappoint. 

In this episode, you’re going to get all the details on the early pregnancy symptoms  – down to the why and the how.

You’ll also learn exactly the best time of day to take a pregnancy test for the most accurate results.

What you’re about to hear will help you to know if you should spend your hard-earned moolah on a pregnancy test – Scout’s honor!

As always, thank you for tuning in to this episode and...

Happy Birthing!

Steph XOXO

P.S. You’re definitely going to want to take notes on this one. So, op...