It’s normal to feel fatigued and even exhausted during the first months of pregnancy. 

Fatigue, even extreme fatigue, is an early sign of pregnancy that nearly all women experience in the first trimester. 

It’s also very normal in the third trimester, affecting an estimated 60 percent of all pregnant women.

Fatigue is officially considered a constant lack of energy. During pregnancy, you might feel like you can’t get up in the morning or can’t wait to hit the sack as soon as you get home in the evening. Or you may feel like you’re just dragging and sluggish.

In today's episode you'll learn:

- What pregnancy is and what it can look like for you

-What causes pregnancy fatigue

-6 key strategies to help you combat pregnancy fatigue in early pregnancy.

So, if you’re ready to learn more about what you should do to combat pregnancy fatigue pop in those earbuds and give this episode a listen. I promise, you’ll thank me later.

Happy Birthing!

The benefits of skin-to-skin that make doing it an easy YES!

In a world where everything seems to be out of your control, here is something that is: 

Doing skin-to-skin.

Not only is it in your control, but it's also full of benefits and easy to do.

You've likely heard of this technique since it's been around for quite some time. Yet, you may not be fully aware of WHY it's such a good thing to do.

Well today's episode is packed full of reasons why choosing to make this a priority should be a no brainer.

Thanks for your support.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

As always, thank you so much for tuning in to my channel.

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You may be wondering....

 Do I really need a birth plan?

• How your birth plan can help you advocate your birth preferences to medical staff.
• What makes a birth plan effective.
• How a birth plan can get you one step closer to a positive birth experience.

If you want the dibs on how to avoid creating a birth plan that DOESN'T work - this episode is for you.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so much for tuning in to the Oh Baybee! Podcast Let me know how you liked the podcast and if the episode and tag me (@birthprepacademy) so I can repost! 

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Before you make any decisions regarding your pregnancy...

How your birth plan will help you decrease overwhelm and increase confidence

Most women struggle with their transition into motherhood.

• Researchers found that during pregnancy, 1 out of 2 pregnant moms admitted that they were nervous and scared of becoming a mother
• 1-in-4 said they were completely daunted by motherhood
• More than half of the women polled during pregnancy admitted to being overwhelmed after they gave birth

As a matter of fact, 57% said that the first few weeks and months after giving birth was a bit of a blur.

I'm here with good news:

Women who have a birth plan are more likely to have a positive birth experience as well as a simple and more comfortable transition into motherhood.

Tune in to this episode to hear how successful mothers use a birth plan to their advantage.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

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Why breastfeeding is not only important...it's vital!

Close your eyes and imagine this super dreamy scenario:

You're on your way to the hospital excited that you're about to give birth.

You've decided to breastfeed your baby. You understand that it is the optimal choice.

You feel 100% prepared because you know exactly what’s expected of you.

You have all of the information you need to be successful at your fingertips.

You cruise through each task effortlessly,

Your jumpstart into breastfeeding is successful.

This is not some sort of weird alternate universe. In fact, this exact breastfeeding plan is easily achievable.

Yes, sweet friend.  However, it all starts with understanding why breastfeeding matters.

So, if you’re ready to learn more about why breastfeeding matters, pop in those earbuds and give this episode a listen. I promise, you’ll thank me later.

Happy Birthing!

Stephanie

 As always, thank you so much for tuning in to the Oh Baybee! Podcast Let me know how y...

There I was, sitting in the dark, weeping like a willow. My son had just turned 6 months and I had just put him to bed when all of my emotions hit me all at once. The fatigue, the burn out and the frustration. 

For the last 6 months, I had been running on fumes.

As a new mom, I had been caring for my little one non-stop. Feedings, diaper changes... the whole 9!

I was so high on the "newness" of becoming a mom that no one could tell me anything!

I lacked the wisdom to understand that motherhood is a marathon - NOT a sprint. So while I had met my baby's every need, my needs were lacking and in need of being fueled.

This post is all about the 4 Tips To Help New Moms Ditch The Overwhelm And Actually ENJOY Motherhood! Happy watching!

P.S.

Have you ever thought: "I'll be happier when..."? Let me know what your biggest frustration as a mom has been. Comment below.