Trish is joined by Danielle Sherman-Lazar, creator of Living Full and author of Mothers Are Made.

Danielle shares her journey from battling eating disorders to becoming a mental health advocate and mother of four. She discusses the challenges of postpartum body image, mental health in motherhood, and how her experiences have shaped her into a better mother.

Trish and Danielle discuss how each child changes you as a mother, the identity shifts that happen in postpartum, and the importance of community.

No matter where you’re at in your motherhood journey, you are powerful, capable, and doing a darn good job. Stop the self-doubt, give yourself grace, and remember: You’re not alone.

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01:07 Danielle's Journey with an Eating Disorder

02:15 Motherhood and Mental Health

04:45 Postpartum Struggles and Body Image

10:01 Empowering Moms and Living Fully

14:52 Danielle's Book: Mothers Are Made

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

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Welcome to this week's episode of Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, RN, who is unpacking weeks 8 to 10 of pregnancy.

 You've got hormones flying, symptoms ramping up, and maybe even your very first prenatal appointment on the calendar. Trish is going to walk you through exactly what to expect at that appointment, what to ask, and what's normal to feel right now.

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What you’ll learn:

• The rapid development happening with your baby.
• What to expect at your first prenatal appointment, what key questions to ask, and how to take charge of your pregnancy journey.
• What to expect during your first ultrasound.
• Practical tips for managing morning sickness.
• Understanding the importance of a strong mindset.
• The benefits of starting a birth class early to ensure you're prepared for every stage of your pregnancy.

00:59 Weeks 8 to 10: What to Expect

03:03 First Prenatal Appointment: What You Need to Know

05:49 Mindset Matters: Advocating for Yourself

07:36 Morning Sickness Relief Tips

10:33 The Importance of Early Birth Education

Resources:

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Connect w/ Trish:

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For more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!

If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.

If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.

If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm

Hey mama! In this short and sweet episode Trish breaks down everything you need to know about second trimester pregnancy testing. Get ready to feel educated, empowered, and like the queen you are as you navigate your pregnancy with confidence.

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What You'll Learn:

• Second Trimester Visits: Expect weight checks, blood pressure monitoring, urine tests, and hearing your baby’s magical heartbeat with the Doppler. Plus, fundal height measurements to track baby’s growth.
• Fetal Movement: Those fluttery kicks start between 18-22 weeks, signaling your baby’s thriving.
• Multiple Marker Screening (Triple/Quad Screen): Done at 16-18 weeks, this blood test checks for Down Syndrome, Trisomy 18, and neural tube defects.
• 20-Week Anatomy Scan: The big ultrasound! It measures baby’s organs, bones, and more, plus reveals the gender (if you want to know). Be prepared for a long appointment!
• Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT): Between 24-28 weeks, you’ll drink the dreaded glucola to screen for gestational diabetes.
• STI Screening & Emotional Check-Ins: High-risk mamas may get STI tests, and your provider will check on your mental health. Be honest—there’s zero shame in needing support.

Walk into every appointment informed and ready to advocate for you and your baby. It’s your body, mama!

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00:53 Second Trimester Overview

01:51 Routine Checkups and Measurements

03:05 Important Tests and Screenings

04:10 Emotional Well-being and Support

04:37 The 20-Week Anatomy Scan

05:54 Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

06:40 Gestational Diabetes Management

07:53 Empowerment and Resources

Resources:

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