You may be wondering....

 Do I really need a birth plan?

• How your birth plan can help you advocate your birth preferences to medical staff.
• What makes a birth plan effective.
• How a birth plan can get you one step closer to a positive birth experience.

If you want the dibs on how to avoid creating a birth plan that DOESN'T work - this episode is for you.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so much for tuning in to the Oh Baybee! Podcast Let me know how you liked the podcast and if the episode and tag me (@birthprepacademy) so I can repost! 

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3 Mistakes Pregnant Moms Make When Preparing for Their First Birth (+ what to do instead)

Prepare for your first hospital birth with...

From how to nourish yourself to simple selfcare, here's what you need to know.

You just found out, you're pregnant. It's been a world wind ever since. It's no wonder you're feeling nervous.

Not only is it hard to get use to the idea of growing a baby inside of your tummy but figuring out what to do next can be very scary.

Believe me, I've been there. I remember being happy, nervous and overwhelmed all at once.

Luckily, you have The Oh Baybee! Podcast. Inside this episode I'll give you a head's up on what you should AVOID along your pregnancy journey.

So, if you have ever been curious about early pregnancy or you're ready to create habits to sustain your new role as mom, press play on this episode!

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so much for tuning in to the Oh Baybee! Podcast Let me know how you liked the podcast and if the episode and tag me (@birthprepacademy) so I can repost! 

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3 Mistakes Pregnant Moms Make When Preparing for Their First...

 People ask me, "Stephanie, what is the purpose of a birth plan?"

Simply put - the purpose of a birth plan is to support you during labor, birth and postpartum so that you are more likely to have a positive birth experience of your choosing.

Now, there are a lot of benefits that stem from having a birth plan and being prepared (which we'll get into in this episode)

But when we get down to business, having a birth plan allows you the privilege to have "birth happen through you and not to you."

In this Oh Baybee! Episode you'll learn:

• How a birth plan will improve the communication with your health provider and healthcare staff
• Why planning will increase your chance of having a positive birth experience
• How your plan will help you advocate for yourself and your baby

Having an effective birth plan may seem insignificant but trust me - (when done well) you'll have a positive birth memory that will last a lifetime.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so m...

STOP!

Before you make any decisions regarding your pregnancy...

How your birth plan will help you decrease overwhelm and increase confidence

Most women struggle with their transition into motherhood.

• Researchers found that during pregnancy, 1 out of 2 pregnant moms admitted that they were nervous and scared of becoming a mother
• 1-in-4 said they were completely daunted by motherhood
• More than half of the women polled during pregnancy admitted to being overwhelmed after they gave birth

As a matter of fact, 57% said that the first few weeks and months after giving birth was a bit of a blur.

I'm here with good news:

Women who have a birth plan are more likely to have a positive birth experience as well as a simple and more comfortable transition into motherhood.

Tune in to this episode to hear how successful mothers use a birth plan to their advantage.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

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Why breastfeeding is not only important...it's vital!

Close your eyes and imagine this super dreamy scenario:

You're on your way to the hospital excited that you're about to give birth.

You've decided to breastfeed your baby. You understand that it is the optimal choice.

You feel 100% prepared because you know exactly what’s expected of you.

You have all of the information you need to be successful at your fingertips.

You cruise through each task effortlessly,

Your jumpstart into breastfeeding is successful.

This is not some sort of weird alternate universe. In fact, this exact breastfeeding plan is easily achievable.

Yes, sweet friend.  However, it all starts with understanding why breastfeeding matters.

So, if you’re ready to learn more about why breastfeeding matters, pop in those earbuds and give this episode a listen. I promise, you’ll thank me later.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so much for tuning in to the Oh Baybee! Podcast Let me know how y...

Most women struggle with their transition into motherhood. So, I created The "Oh Baybee!" Podcast to help new moms successfully transition from bump to bundle.

Hi! I'm Stephanie Poole.

In this podcast I'll not only tackle the basics of birth prep, childbirth and lactation, but I'll also spend time on the less talked about - but much needed conversation on mommy-care.

In this podcast, I reveal tired and true tips, tricks and proven strategies that'll make your transition into motherhood, easy like Sunday morning.

Before you know it, you'll be envy of your birthing circle.

Ok Mama.

Let's jump right in.

Let me help you rock motherhood...Like A Boss!

There I was, sitting in the dark, weeping like a willow. My son had just turned 6 months and I had just put him to bed when all of my emotions hit me all at once. The fatigue, the burn out and the frustration. 

For the last 6 months, I had been running on fumes.

As a new mom, I had been caring for my little one non-stop. Feedings, diaper changes... the whole 9!

I was so high on the "newness" of becoming a mom that no one could tell me anything!

I lacked the wisdom to understand that motherhood is a marathon - NOT a sprint. So while I had met my baby's every need, my needs were lacking and in need of being fueled.

This post is all about the 4 Tips To Help New Moms Ditch The Overwhelm And Actually ENJOY Motherhood! Happy watching!

P.S.

Have you ever thought: "I'll be happier when..."? Let me know what your biggest frustration as a mom has been. Comment below.

(Bloomberg - Repost) --US births dropped to the lowest level in 35 years.

About 3.75 million babies were born in the U.S. in 2019, down 1% from 2018, according to provisional data released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control.

The total fertility rate in 2017 was 1,705 births per 1000 women -- well below the level at which a generation can exactly replace itself (2,100 births per 1,000 women). The total fertility rate has been below the replacement since 2007.

"In the long run low fertility might mean the population will grow smaller, but it takes a generation or two," said Philip Cohen, professor at the University of Maryland. "During the pandemic, I would expect pregnancy rates, and then birth rates, to fall as people interact less and postpone making long-term commitments and investments."

"Financial constraints are a factor in the continuing low levels of fertility," according to Ken Johnson, professor at the University of New Hampshire. "In addition, these fertility de...