Special: Samantha’s Labor & Delivery

Special: Samantha’s Labor & Delivery

It was the best of times it was…confusing! Join Samantha for the story of her labor and delivery. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]

What happens to the Body & Brain after Birth?

We've heard about Postpartum Depression but whats the difference between PPD and Postpartum Psychosis? Why do new moms wake up in the middle of the night and frantically dig through their bed looking for their baby who is safely sleeping in a bassinet beside them? Why do breasts lactate from the mere sound of a baby crying? Should you eat your placenta? Are there lasting health risks/benefits from giving birth? And finally, whats the word regarding cord blood? In this episode, Mike PhD, Kevin PhD and Samantha discuss what happens to a woman's body and mind after giving birth. Learn more: www.wysp.us --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]

Dad-ing 101: How dads can prepare for baby

While Samantha was busy panicking about safe sleeping environments, her husband prepared for the baby in other ways - financial, legal, logistical etc.

What to expect when it’s almost time for labor!

Samantha breaks down how she and her husband prepped themselves and their home for baby. Printing out charts for warming bottles, milk storage, emergency numbers and pet care instructions was all vital. Then it’s stocking up on OTC meds, dealing with well-meaning but completely unsolicited advice and why it’s important to invest in the proper safety equipment for car, stroller and crib. Plus: Navigating insurance and what happens when your water breaks…or doesn’t! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]

Pregnancy Products & Trends and why Science says, "Don't bother."

Cream that gets rid of stretch marks, The Dock-A-Tot that has been linked to infant deaths, spicy food for labor and of course, vaccines.  Which myths and products are worth it and what should you leave at the big box store?  Michael PhD., Kevin PhD. and Samantha no PhD. LOL discuss. www.wysp.us Brought to you by Whatever You Say Productions --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]