Best Heather Knezic Rn Podcasts (2024)

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#26. Sexual Health After Childbirth with Midwife Chanelle 40:33

11h ago40:33

40:33

Host: Heather Knezic Guest: Chanelle Nsangou Nioya, DNP, CNM, FNP-C Episode Summary: In this episode, Heather Knezic sits down with Chanelle Nsangou Nioya, a doctorate-prepared, board-certified nurse midwife and nurse practitioner, to discuss an often overlooked but crucial aspect of postpartum recovery: sexual health. Chanelle shares her extensive…

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#25. True vs. False Labor - How To Know For Sure 28:15

9d ago28:15

28:15

Hey! Today on The Labor Room Podcast we are talking about True vs False labor and how to know whether or not you're having real labor contractions or if they are just a run of annoying braxton hicks contractions. It can be confusing if you're a new mom but in this episode we will go over: 5 things to look for to determine whether or not it's the re…

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#24. How To Rock Your Summer Pregnancy 20:12

16d ago20:12

20:12

Welcome back to the labor room where we talk about all things pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and babies! Today we are honoring all of the mamas who are gearing up for their summer pregnancy this year. I have given birth two two babies during or immediately after the peak of summer so I know exactly what it's like to endure a scortching hot Califo…

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#23 Why Self Care IS Health Care & How To Access It - With Emma Benyon 49:00

1M ago49:00

49:00

Welcome back to the labor room podcast where we talk about all things motherhood! Today we have a special guest on the podcast here to talk to us about the importance of self care as new and expecting moms AND how to access it without it feeling like you're just adding more to your plate as a busy mama who's already feeling overwhelmed and stretche…

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Rapid Fire Friday! All About Epidurals 42:38

1M ago42:38

42:38

In this Rapid Fire Friday episode I am off-the-cuff answering questions all about epidurals in labor. As a labor and delivery nurse of over 10 years, I have a lot to say about epidurals! In today's episode, I'll be addressing questions such as: - 3 months PP and still have pain in my back from my epidural. Had a horrible experience. The lady had to…

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#22. How To Get Your Newborn To Sleep With A Solid Bedtime Routine 31:14

1M ago31:14

31:14

Welcome back to the Labor Room Podcast where we talk about all things pregnancy, birth, and babies. Today we are diving into newborn sleep and how a solid bedtime routine plays a role. If you're a new mom or just a mom with a newborn and you're looking for sleep advice, I definitely recommend that you tune into this episode where I will share with …

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Rapid Fire Friday: Leaking Nipples, Planned C-Sections, Last Baby, Vasectomy & the 1-2 transition 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

Welcome back to another Bonus Episode Rapid Fire Friday! Today we are going to quickly touch on topics such as Leaking Nipples, Planned C-Sections, Last Baby, Vasectomy & the 1-2 transition! So glad you're here to tune in. Connect with Heather: @alifeinlabor The C-Section Guide -The Empowered Birth Academy - use code THELABORROOM for $50 off The Cu…

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#21. 21 Helpful Pieces of Labor Advice For First Time Moms 49:20

3M ago49:20

49:20

Welcome back to the Labor Room Podcast. Today we are chatting about 21 pieces of labor advice I wish every first time mom knew before going into labor. Although this labor advice was specifically geared toward first time moms, who isn't looking for a little help when it comes to the hardest thing your body has ever done? I'm sure we can all use thi…

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Rapid Fire Friday! Most Frequently Asked Questions Part 2 1:05:22

4M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Welcome back, friends! Today we are going to continue our first Rapid Fire Friday where I will *try* to rapid fire answer some of the most popular questions that you guys submitted. Today we are going through my TOP 5 asked questions of 2023. Topics include labor induction, going past your due date, VBAC, baby sleep, and more! Connect with Heather:…

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#20. Why a Fertility Diet is Important for your overall health with Becca Romero 54:49

4M ago54:49

54:49

Join me as I interview Becca Romero on the topic of creating a fertility diet to optimize your fertility and benefit your overall health. Becca is the founder of Little Life Nutrition, an online fertility nutrition practice. Becca is a licenced dietitian nutritionist and a certified nutrition specialist. With a specialized focus on addressing infer…

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Rapid Fire Friday! Most Frequently Asked Questions Part 1 1:13:40

4M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

I'm so excited you guys! Today is our very first Rapid Fire Friday where I will *try* to rapid fire answer questions that you guys have submitted. Today we are going through my TOP asked questions of 2023. I was shocked that some of these questions made it to the top 13 but here we are! I got really long winded and it wasn't so *rapid* so we are go…

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#19. What Every Mom Needs To Know Before Packing Their Hospital Bag- What NOT To Bring 44:25

4M ago44:25

44:25

I know that there are so many moms out there letting you know what they packed in their hospital bag, or what they wish they had packed, but I'm here to let you know what you should avoid packing! I've already shared with you exactly what to pack to make your hospital stay as smooth and comfortable as possible, but in order for my mission to be com…

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#18. The #1 Way to Ensure Breastfeeding Success Immediately after Birth 56:31

6M ago56:31

56:31

Today we have a special guest on the podcast to to talk to us about keeping your baby close for breastfeeding success. Bri is a IBCLC, Registered Nurse, Certified Educator of Infant Massage and mom of 4 located in Northern Utah. Her passion is to teach all things boobs, babies and breastfeeding to help ease the transition into parenthood. This conv…

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#17. 9 Simple And Easy Ways To Start Weaning Your Baby 41:33

7M ago41:33

41:33

This week we are chatting about weaning. But this conversation goes a whole lot further than just weaning from breastfeeding. In this episode we are talking about weaning from nursing, pacifier use, sleep associations, and more. If you're nervous about the things that "you can't do forever" with your newborn, this is the episode for you. If you lov…

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#16. VBAC home birth? How she got there. A Birth Story By Britt Havens 1:12:39

8M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

Welcome back to the labor room podcast. Today you get to hear from Britt Havens, a mom of four who shares her birth stories from her first baby that was born via cesarean section all the way down to her eventual VBAC at home with her 4th baby. Britt touches on how the cascade of interventions in the hospital contributed to her ultimate cesarean bir…

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#15. How To Care For Yourself and Your Heart After Miscarriage or Stillbirth 34:55

8M ago34:55

34:55

In honor of October being pregnancy loss awareness month, this episode of The Labor Room Podcast reveals my own personal story with miscarriage and pregnancy loss and the tips that helped me recover and heal my heart after miscarriage x4. This episode on miscarriage is based off of a post that I wrote years ago after I had my first miscarriage. If …

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#14. What Does Postpartum Success Look Like & How Can You Prepare For It During Your Pregnancy with Marissa Bergman 1:06:37

8M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

In this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, I got to interview Marissa Bergman, a wife, mom to (almost) 3 girls, RN and small town birth & postpartum educator who believes that the transition into motherhood is one of the most important seasons of our lives and is a life event worth preparing for. For many new moms, the postpartum season looks like …

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#13. 10 Tips You Should Know Before You Head To The Hospital To Have a Baby 39:30

9M ago39:30

39:30

In this episode of The Labor Room podcast we are diving into ten things that you probably haven't thought about prior to getting to the hospital to have your baby. You've probably googled so many labor and delivery tips that your brain hurts but before your hospital birth, you'll want to remember these 10 essential pieces of advice for new or expec…

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#12. Is Hiring A Doula A Good Choice For Me? A Guide to Birth Support with Elizabeth Presta 1:00:30

9M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Welcome back to another heartwarming episode of The Labor Room Podcast, where we discuss everything you ever wanted to know about the world of birth and babies. Today, we've got a truly inspiring guest with us—Elizabeth Presta. 🌟 Elizabeth is a podcast host, birth doula and prenatal coach and has been practicing since 2013. Her favorite part of bei…

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#11. 18 Vital Tips To Manage Labor Pains Like A Boss 40:06

9M ago40:06

40:06

This week on The Labor Room Podcast we are talking about labor and delivery pain management tips that will make you feel like the super-hero you are. With some of these important labor tricks, you will be able to avoid the epidural if you're hoping to have an unmedicated birth OR manage labor on your own until you decide that it's time to request t…

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#10. Dads In The Delivery Room - What NOT To Do 37:45

10M ago37:45

37:45

Welcome to this episode of The Labor Room Podcast where we discuss what your support person during labor and delivery should NOT do. As a labor and delivery nurse and a mom who's given birth three times with an incredible support person by my side, I have seen the good, bad, and the ugly when it comes to Dads in the delivery room and how a support …

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#9. The Top 10 Gadgets for A Smooth Pregnancy- Told by A Mom of Three & Labor Nurse 26:35

11M ago26:35

26:35

Join us for an insightful episode where we discuss the 10 essential products that can make your pregnancy as smooth as possible. From comfort and skin care to nutrition and support, we'll take a deep dive into each of these must-haves. Links to Products Mentioned: Birth Ball Belly Creams & Oils Maternity Bras Red Raspberry Leaf Tea Magnesium Bath S…

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#8. 5 Reasons You Should Store Breastmilk as a stay at home mom 25:05

11M ago25:05

25:05

Welcome back to The Labor Room podcast your go-to podcast for all things motherhood, from pregnancy to raising babies, and everything in between. In today's episode, we uncover five compelling reasons why breastmilk storage can be a real game changer for stay-at-home moms. In This Episode Facilitating 'Me Time' - We discuss the first reason to cons…

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#7. Why We Should Use The Term “Birth Plan” Instead of “Birth Preferences” and Why It Matters 34:13

11M ago34:13

34:13

Introduction Discussion on the importance of having a birth plan. Clarifying what a birth plan is and what it isn’t. What is a Birth Plan? A birth plan as a communication tool The importance of understanding it is not a contract, but a plan Exploring the concept of a birth plan and how it’s a crucial part of labor preparation. Why Every Pregnant Wo…

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#6. Is Pitocin the "Bad Guy" in Hospital Births? 37:21

11M ago37:21

37:21

Welcome to this episode where we tackle a lot of misconceptions and dive deep into the role of Pitocin in labor and birth. 1. Understanding Pitocin Explanation of what Pitocin is and how it functions similarly to the naturally occurring hormone, Oxytocin. Contextualizes the necessity of Pitocin in certain medical situations like induction due to me…

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#1. Debunking Pregnancy Myths: Facts Vs. Fiction 24:50

12M ago24:50

24:50

In the very first episode of The Labor Room Podcast, we’re diving deep into the biggest myths during pregnancy and separating fact from fiction. Pregnancy is often shrouded in myths and misinformation, so we’re here to set the record straight. Today we will unravel five pregnancy myths that often trap expecting mothers in a state of overwhelm or fe…

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#2: How To Have An Empowered Birth Regardless Of Your Birth Plan 26:55

12M ago26:55

26:55

Today, we dive into one of the topics that really trips up expecting moms when they start planning for their birth. Are birth plans necessary for everyone? Or just the crunchy moms gearing up to have an unmedicated birth? Spoiler alert! Anyone can have an empowered birth and writing a birth plan is just a part of it. Anyone can have an empowered bi…

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#3: Unlocking the Secrets to a Positive Breastfeeding Experience Starting With The Very First Latch 34:52

12M ago34:52

34:52

When it comes to breastfeeding, sometimes the information that we cling to is either the beautiful, natural picture of a rested mother snuggling with a cooperative and restful baby OR the image of a traumatic experience that someone might have shared with you and burned into your brain... But neither of those are totally helpful. In this episode we…

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#4: The Top Three Things You Need To Know As A New Mom 22:28

12M ago22:28

22:28

Have you ever felt like you can't measure up to those "good" moms that seem to have all of their ducks in a row and they seemed to have gotten "the memo" about how to be the mom you wish you could be? News flash. You ARE that mom. I'm going to prove it to you in this episode. Motherhood can be hard sometimes especially when we are raising babies an…

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#5: Important Postpartum Tips: How To Take Care of Yourself After Baby 35:54

12M ago35:54

35:54

*From time to time, the host or guests may discuss topics related to health, fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice and should not be treated as medical advice. All content is for informational purposes only* Postpartum recovery involves more than just managing physical symptoms. Taking care of yourself during this time is …

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Welcome To The Labor Room! 2:57

1y ago2:57

2:57

When should I start preparing for birth? Is labor pain really that bad? What do I need to stock up on for postpartum? My baby won't latch. Is my breastfeeding journey doomed? Will I ever sleep again?Are we supposed to know what we’re doing? No? Just checking! But the real question is are we supposed to figure it all out alone? The answer is no. Wel…

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#26. Sexual Health After Childbirth with Midwife Chanelle 40:33

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#25. True vs. False Labor - How To Know For Sure 28:15

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#24. How To Rock Your Summer Pregnancy 20:12

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#23 Why Self Care IS Health Care & How To Access It - With Emma Benyon 49:00

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Rapid Fire Friday! All About Epidurals 42:38

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#22. How To Get Your Newborn To Sleep With A Solid Bedtime Routine 31:14

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Rapid Fire Friday: Leaking Nipples, Planned C-Sections, Last Baby, Vasectomy & the 1-2 transition 29:49

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#21. 21 Helpful Pieces of Labor Advice For First Time Moms 49:20

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Rapid Fire Friday! Most Frequently Asked Questions Part 2 1:05:22

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#20. Why a Fertility Diet is Important for your overall health with Becca Romero 54:49

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Rapid Fire Friday! Most Frequently Asked Questions Part 1 1:13:40

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#19. What Every Mom Needs To Know Before Packing Their Hospital Bag- What NOT To Bring 44:25

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#18. The #1 Way to Ensure Breastfeeding Success Immediately after Birth 56:31

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#17. 9 Simple And Easy Ways To Start Weaning Your Baby 41:33

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#16. VBAC home birth? How she got there. A Birth Story By Britt Havens 1:12:39

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#15. How To Care For Yourself and Your Heart After Miscarriage or Stillbirth 34:55

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#14. What Does Postpartum Success Look Like & How Can You Prepare For It During Your Pregnancy with Marissa Bergman 1:06:37

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#13. 10 Tips You Should Know Before You Head To The Hospital To Have a Baby 39:30

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#12. Is Hiring A Doula A Good Choice For Me? A Guide to Birth Support with Elizabeth Presta 1:00:30

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#11. 18 Vital Tips To Manage Labor Pains Like A Boss 40:06

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#10. Dads In The Delivery Room - What NOT To Do 37:45

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#9. The Top 10 Gadgets for A Smooth Pregnancy- Told by A Mom of Three & Labor Nurse 26:35

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#8. 5 Reasons You Should Store Breastmilk as a stay at home mom 25:05

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#7. Why We Should Use The Term “Birth Plan” Instead of “Birth Preferences” and Why It Matters 34:13

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#6. Is Pitocin the "Bad Guy" in Hospital Births? 37:21

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#1. Debunking Pregnancy Myths: Facts Vs. Fiction 24:50

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#2: How To Have An Empowered Birth Regardless Of Your Birth Plan 26:55

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#3: Unlocking the Secrets to a Positive Breastfeeding Experience Starting With The Very First Latch 34:52

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#4: The Top Three Things You Need To Know As A New Mom 22:28

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#5: Important Postpartum Tips: How To Take Care of Yourself After Baby 35:54

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Welcome To The Labor Room! 2:57

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