In this episode, Sarah Felt, a midwife, shares her expertise in the area of prenatal care and preparing for labor. She discusses the various tests and checks performed during prenatal visits, such as monitoring the baby's heart rate and measuring fundal height. Sarah emphasizes the importance of nutrition and hydration in maintaining a healthy pregnancy and explains how certain foods and supplements can support the body during labor. She also highlights the significance of mental preparation, including positive self-talk and affirmations, as well as creating a supportive environment for labor. Sarah shares her own birth stories and offers advice for coping with unexpected outcomes and loss.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:31 Understanding Prenatal Checks and Their Importance
08:39 The Role of Nutrition and Hydration in Pregnancy and Labor
13:06 Mental Preparation: Positive Self-Talk and Affirmations
32:12 Coping with Unexpected Outcomes and Loss
RESOURCES
Raspberry Leaf Tea
Dates
Dr. Christopher's 
Birth Affirmations 
Prenatal Vitamin

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