The Labor Room
The Labor Room
Heather Knezic, RN
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. The Labor Room podcast is a live-workshop style, mom-to-mom conversation with Mamas who’ve been there. Mamas who can say “me too” when you want to start your motherhood journey out on the right foot but you need some help figuring it all out. You’re about to learn actionable advice and real-life experiences from a mom who’s been there. From TTC, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and the baby stage…we are going to dig into the nitty gritty, the down and dirty, the real-life, no sugar-coating good stuff that you’ve been looking for on your journey through motherhood. As a mama of three, a Labor and Delivery nurse and a birth educator I’m going to help you find your way to an empowered, confident birth and beyond. Welcome to The Labor Room. As a reminder, anything you hear on this podcast should not be taken as medical advice, please see alifeinlabor.com/disclaimer for more info.
#35. 16 Game-Changing Pregnancy and Labor Tips You Need to Know
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! 🎙️ Episode Title: 16 Game-Changing Pregnancy and Labor Tips You Need to Know Are you ready to transform your pregnancy and labor experience with practical, proven advice? As a seasoned labor and delivery nurse, I’ve gathered 16 of the most game-changing tips to help you navigate this incredible journey with confidence and ease. In this episode, I’m sharing insider knowledge that can make all...
Dec 19, 2024
46 min
#34. From A Traumatic Birth To 4 Successful VBACs & How This Mama Turned Her Trauma Into Her Full Time Career As An OBGYN with Naomi Whittaker
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In this empowering episode of The Labor Room, I sit down with Dr. Naomi Whittaker, an OBGYN and mom of five (soon to be six), to discuss her inspiring journey of reclaiming her birth experiences after a traumatic first delivery. Dr. Whittaker shares how her first birth, a primary cesarean due to a misdiagnosis of Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD), shaped her determination to achieve four suc...
Nov 21, 2024
56 min
#33. Strength Training In Pregnancy with Amy Keifer
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In today’s episode of The Labor Room Podcast, I’m sitting down with Amy Kiefer, co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, to talk all about strength training during pregnancy. Amy is an expert in prenatal fitness, and through her work at Expecting and Empowered, she’s empowering moms to maintain their strength and health during pregnancy and beyond. In this episode, we cover: The importance of ...
Oct 17, 2024
49 min
#32. Labor Positions for an Easier Birth
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! Let's chat about labor positions that can lead to an easier, smoother, healthier birth process for you and your baby. Plus, can hospital policy dictate in what position you give birth? Connect with Heather @alifeinlabor A Life In Labor website Resources mentioned in this episode Enjoy Your Birth Ebook The Empowered Birth Academy - use code THELABORROOM Birth Plan Template Support the sh...
Oct 3, 2024
47 min
#31. This Is How You'll Make Your Birth Plan Your Reality
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In this empowering episode of The Labor Room, we’re diving deep into how to turn your birth plan into your birth reality. Whether you're a first-time mom or navigating another pregnancy, creating a birth plan that aligns with your values and desires is key to feeling prepared and empowered. But how do you make sure your birth plan actually works for you when the day comes? In this episode, I...
Sep 26, 2024
40 min
#30. Ten Weird Things You Need To Know About Your Newborn At Birth
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! Welcome to this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, where I'm diving deep into a topic that doesn't get talked about enough – the immediate care of newborns right after birth. You may think you're prepared, with all the advice you've gathered about sleepless nights and endless diaper changes, but there's so much more that new parents need to know. In this episode, I'll walk you through the to...
Sep 19, 2024
40 min
#29. How Pre-Pregnancy Wellness Changes Everything - with Alexandria DeVito
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In this enlightening episode of The Labor Room podcast, Heather Knezic sits down with Alexandra DeVito, a renowned functional nutritionist specializing in fertility and preconception health. Alexandra is the author of 9 Months Is Not Enough: The Ultimate Pre-pregnancy Checklist to Create a Baby-Ready Body and Build Generational Health and the founder and CEO of Poplin, the first pre-pregnanc...
Jul 25, 2024
48 min
#28. A Simple Pumping Guide To Help You Build Your Breastmilk Stash Without The Overwhelm
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In this episode of The Labor Room podcast, I dive into a practical and stress-free approach to building a breast milk freezer stash. Whether you’re planning to return to work, want to have some extra milk on hand, or are simply looking to build a stash for peace of mind, this episode is packed with tips and strategies to make the process smooth and manageable. Join host Heather Knezic as she...
Jul 11, 2024
40 min
#27. Breastfeeding After C-Section - What you need to know with Jacque Ordner
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! In this episode of The Labor Room Podcast, Heather Knezic interviews Jacque Ordner, a Motif Medical Advisor, IBCLC, and BSN, about the unique challenges and solutions for breastfeeding after a C-section. Jacque shares valuable insights on overcoming common obstacles, effective breastfeeding positions, and the importance of support systems for C-section mothers. Whether you're a new mom or a ...
Jun 27, 2024
56 min
#26. Sexual Health After Childbirth with Midwife Chanelle
Send me a love note here to let me know what you thought about your most recently listened-to episode! 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 knowledge and practical advice on navigatin...
Jun 13, 2024
40 min
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