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Back to SearchThis Pregnancy Coach Says, Ditch The Due Date
Season 1 Episode 10
Finally, Due Dates Demystified!
This episode of the Empowered Birth Project tackles the question: What happens when your baby arrives after your estimated due date?
I get into the science behind due d…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Don't Wing it, Write It: Birth Plan Reality Check
Season 1 Episode 9
In this episode I challenge the traditional birth plan and introduce the concept of a "birth map." Learn how the act of creating a birth plan is the most valuable part, empowering you to gather infor…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Don't You Dare Cut That Cord: Why Delayed Clamping Of The Umbilical Cord Is Ideal For Your Infant
Season 1 Episode 8
This episode of the Empowered Pregnancy Podcast brings to light the many benefits of optimal cord clamping, a practice that allows extra blood to flow from the placenta to your baby before cutting th…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
It's Like Bumble, But For Breastmilk. Inspiring Interview with Share The Drop's Kelly Cox
Season 1 Episode 7
This killer interview with Kelly Cox is a must-listen! We dive into the age-old practice of human milk sharing, with a modern-day twist. You'll learn about the incredible origin story and the selfles…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Not Your Mama's Baby Registry, Pregnancy Coach Addition
Season 1 Episode 6
Here's to completely rethinking your baby registry!
Hey mama! Lisa Villani here, your pregnancy coach on a mission to help you rock your pregnancy and birth with fierce confidence.
This episode is for …
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
This Is The Worst Position To Birth In (Part 5 of 5)
Season 1 Episode 5
Forget fear, mama! This episode of Empowered Pregnancy Podcast cracks the code on birthing positions. We'll break down the science behind upright birthing (hello, gravity!), the benefits (less pain),…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Continuous Fetal Monitoring, A Lot Of Fussing Over Nothing- Pregnancy Coach POV (Part 4 of 5) Birth Interventions To Decline
Season 1 Episode 4
Continuous Fetal Monitoring, #4 in my series, My Top 5 Interventions to Decline in a Hospital for a Natural Birth. In this episode I break down the two main approaches:
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EF…Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Your Pregnancy Coach Says Skip the Useless Cervical Check: Birth Interventions to Decline- Part 3
Season 1 Episode 3
Are Weekly Cervical Checks Really Necessary?
This episode gets real about the routine use of weekly cervical checks in pregnancy. I dive into the science (or lack thereof) behind these exams, explorin…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
Say Heck No to IV Fluids in Labor: Part 2 of My Top 5 Interventions to Decline for a Natural Hospital Birth
Season 1 Episode 2
In today's episode, I call out IV Fluids for what they really are- unnecessary! I walk you through the numerous downfalls to this pesky intervention, and I outline some key strategies to help you na…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
Top 5 Interventions To Decline For A Natural Hospital Birth- Strong Opinions from a Pregnancy Coach
Season 1 Episode 1
Hey pregnant mama! Are you craving a natural, calm, low-intervention birth? In this episode, I share the first of my Top 5 interventions to decline if you want a natural hospital birth.
I outline wh…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago