Best Advanced Maternal Age Podcasts (2025)

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IVF Failed: A Fertility Doctor’s Thoughts About What Comes Next 53:50

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2d ago53:50

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IVF Failed: A Fertility Doctor’s Thoughts About What Comes Next When IVF fails, both patients and doctors are left asking, “What now?” In this conversation, infertility and life coach Lana Manikowski and fertility doctor Erica Bove, MD, explore what patients wish doctors understood after failed IVF, what doctors feel but rarely say, and how to crea…

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005. Sleep! The Ultimate Energy Hack for Seriously Busy Moms (and ADHD Entrepreneurs) with Big Goals 39:11

4d ago39:11

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Body Changes During Pregnancy: Your Uterus 37:58

5d ago37:58

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Your uterus is your baby's home for the next nine months. But what do you really know about this vital organ? How large can the uterus get throughout pregnancy? Plus, how it may be taken out of your body completely during childbirth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network

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004. Feeding the Horse You Rode In On - How to Build a Foundation Now to Fight Perfectionism and Achieve Your Biggest Goals in 2026 20:51

11d ago20:51

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Fall is in the air, and if you’re like me, your mind is already turning to the new year and the goals you will pursue in 2026. Or maybe even the totally new person you want to become. Today I want to talk about how we build a runway to make those exciting goals actually possible, and what you need to have in place to support you when you are attemp…

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When IVF Fails: Your Questions for a Fertility Doctor 11:41

12d ago11:41

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When you’re going through fertility treatments, you never imagine they will end without a baby. I didn’t. I believed that if I tried hard enough, followed every step, and stayed committed, eventually I would have the child I dreamed of. But when IVF failed and motherhood didn’t happen, I was completely unprepared and unsupported. That gap, the sile…

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The Top 10 Foods To Eat When Pregnant 43:06

12d ago43:06

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Eating healthy is important during pregnancy- we know that. But eating healthy isn't always easy, especially if you don't have a lot of time and you get those crazy food cravings. What are the best foods to eat (and the most practical ways to eat them)? Today we're revealing our top 10 foods to eat while pregnant. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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Why Infertility Feels So Shameful 15:55

18d ago15:55

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Why does infertility feel so shameful? In this episode of The "So Now What?" Podcast, Lana Manikowski unpacks the weight of shame after IVF fails and motherhood does not happen. She explains why shame shows up for women who are childless not by choice, why it is optional, and how you can release it. Learn four steps to stop carrying shame so you ca…

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003. The Truth About "Embracing Imperfection" When You Struggle with Perfectionism 4:38

19d ago4:38

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You've heard it more than a few times, I'm sure: Embrace Imperfection! That's the key to success! But this advice can end up being yet another chunk of kryptonite for those who struggle with perfectionism. In this short but sweet episode, I go over a more realistic (and way more helpful) way to think about imperfection. No embracing necessary. I'd …

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Webster Technique for Turning Your Breach Baby 37:25

19d ago37:25

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Most babies naturally transition into the head-down position during your last month of pregnancy. If this doesn't happen, your baby is considered breech which greatly reduces your chances of having a successful vaginal birth. What are the different types of breech positions and how can each impact your labor and delivery? When and how are breech ba…

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The Story a Childless, Infertile Woman Tells 14:25

25d ago14:25

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How to tell your story with pride when IVF failed and you are living childless after infertility. When IVF fails and motherhood did not happen, it is so easy to feel like your only option is to hide. You spent years doing everything you possibly could—fertility treatments, doctors’ appointments, lifestyle changes, endless waiting. You gave your bod…

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002. What We Have to Give Up to Finally Start (and Why Procrastination Can Feel So Good) 15:24

26d ago15:24

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Do you ever get stuck dreaming about a goal instead of actually starting it? In this episode of Mindset Reboot, I unpack why procrastination can feel so good—almost cozy—and how perfectionism disguises itself as “just needing more time, more information, or a better plan.” I share my own long journey to finally hitting publish on this very podcast,…

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The Truth About Gestational Diabetes 35:18

26d ago35:18

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Even if you've never had diabetes, you could be among the 18% of women who develop a form of it about halfway through their pregnancy. While gestational diabetes is not a permanent condition, it does impact both mother and baby. How is gestational diabetes diagnosed? What are your treatment options? And how can it impact your labor and delivery? Le…

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001: To Win Big, Go Lightly (And How Perfectionism Works Just Well Enough to Hold Us Back) 16:44

1M ago16:44

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Perfectionism, procrastination, and burnout—these sneaky friends have held me back from my biggest goals, creative projects, and new adventures. In this first episode of Mindset Reboot, I share my own journey with perfectionism and explore a new approach to big dreams. It's time to go beyond the "go hard or go home" bro language that pervades our s…

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Sadness and Infertility: When It Feels Uncomfortable 16:22

1M ago16:22

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When IVF fails and you’re childless after infertility, people often try to cheer you up with “at least you can…” comments. But what these comments really reveal is how uncomfortable our society is with sadness. In this episode, I share how a recent injury reminded me of that cultural reflex, why sadness is not a flaw, and how you can create room fo…

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Childbirth Preparation Methods: Hypnobirthing 40:44

1M ago40:44

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When you picture labor and delivery, do you imagine a natural and more relaxed experience? Do you picture yourself soaring through surges by releasing fear and pain and just focusing on what your body was created to do? Hypnobirthing might be the perfect fit! What are the principles behind this childbirth preparation method, and what's needed to be…

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IVF Failed: Calm Your Brain and Find Peace when Childless 12:52

1M ago12:52

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When IVF fails, your brain can feel like the enemy, spiraling with infertility triggers, constant comparison, and the grief of being childless after infertility. In this episode, you will discover why your brain reacts this way when fertility treatments do not work, and three simple practices to begin calming your mind and finding peace. Have you e…

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Childbirth Preparation Methods: Bini Birth 30:17

1M ago30:17

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Bini Birth explores many different methods of childbirth, approaching birth as an individual process that each woman explores in her own way. Today we'll hear from creator Ana Paula Markel. What are the main principles behind this practice? What are the most effective ways to learn its principles? And what should you expect if you take a class? Lea…

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Choosing Your Care Provider: Pediatrician 35:42

2M ago35:42

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You're in the process of picking out your dream team when it comes to pregnancy and birthing your baby. But what about picking a pediatrician to help care for your baby? That's right! Choosing your pediatrician is highly recommended prior to your baby's birth! How do you find a pediatrician that's right for your family? What important questions sho…

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Childless Legacy – How to Create One 13:46

2M ago13:46

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Episode 181: Childless Legacy – How to Create One If you are childless after infertility, what kind of legacy are you leaving? When IVF, IUI, or years of trying to conceive did not lead to the family you dreamed of, it can feel like your story has nowhere to go. Like your legacy disappeared along with the possibility of motherhood. But what if you …

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Changing Care Providers Mid-Pregnancy 36:17

2M ago36:17

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You're mid-pregnancy and you need to change your medical care provider. Eeek! There are a million reasons why. Perhaps your insurance changed, you moved or you're simply unhappy with your current OB/GYN or Midwife. So, what happens next? How do you tactfully "break up" with your current provider and how do you (quickly) find someone new who can hel…

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Infertility and Othering: When You Don’t Belong 12:52

2M ago12:52

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Infertility and Othering: When You Don’t Belong Have you ever walked into a room and instantly thought, “I’m the only one here without kids”? That sinking feeling in your body is what is known as othering. Othering happens when you are seen, or you see yourself, as separate because you do not fit a societal mold. If you are childless after infertil…

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Making Sex Comfortable During Pregnancy 40:42

2M ago40:42

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Sex during pregnancy is different for every woman. You may have a huge sex drive... or the thought of your partner giving you the entire bed while he sleeps on the couch may sound more appealing. If you do want to have sex, you may be concerned about your overall comfort. Is sex during pregnancy different than "regular sex"? What changes can you ex…

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Your Infertility Journey: How to Stop Explaining It 14:15

2M ago14:15

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Your Infertility Journey: How to Stop Explaining It If you are childless after infertility, you have probably been on both sides of the spectrum: staying silent because you do not have the words or emotional energy to talk about your journey, and then overexplaining to justify that you “did enough” to try to become a mom. In this episode of The So …

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IVF Without a Pregnancy — No One Saw You Trying 13:52

2M ago13:52

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What if the hardest part of infertility wasn’t just the treatments… but the fact that no one even knew how hard you tried? In this episode of The "So Now What?" Podcast, we’re talking about an overlooked reality: what it feels like to go through years of IVF and fertility treatments and never even get a positive pregnancy test. No bump. No loss oth…

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Advanced Maternal Age: Pregnancy After 35 45:42

3M ago45:42

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When a woman becomes pregnant after 35, she is considered to be of advanced maternal age. But, what exactly does that mean? What are some of the increased risks associated with pregnancy and older women? Plus, does your prenatal care change and how? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Friendships When You're the Only Childless One 13:33

3M ago13:33

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You love your friends. You’ve grown up together, lived through milestones, and shared so many memories. But now they’re raising kids, and you’re navigating life after infertility. You’re the only one in the group chat without a child, and suddenly, the conversations feel distant. Do you go and feel left out? Or do you stay home and feel even more a…

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Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy 33:19

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Your growing belly can be a bit uncomfortable or even painful for your lower back and spine. Having chiropractic adjustments can help release that pressure and even improve your overall childbirth experience. What are the most common pregnancy discomforts treated with chiropractic care? Are there any risks to mom and baby? And how can these adjustm…

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Infertility and the Shame, Secrecy, and Guilt That Haunts You 11:57

3M ago11:57

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If you are a woman who is childless not by choice, you know the heartbreak of infertility does not end when treatments stop. You might still feel like shame and guilt are following you around every day. In this episode, you will hear why infertility shame and secrecy can stay with you for years after IVF or other fertility treatments. Lana shares i…

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Childbirth Choices: Planned Homebirths 39:33

3M ago39:33

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Women have been giving birth at home since the beginning of time. So, why are planned homebirths today considered so risky? What are some of the pros and cons of this type of childbirth? And the BIG question... is it really safe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network

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Childless After IVF: When the Path to Your Dreams Feels Impossible 16:04

3M ago16:04

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If you have spent years going through fertility treatments like IVF, pouring everything into your dream of motherhood, and still found yourself without a child, you know how heavy it feels to imagine a future that could ever feel as meaningful. In this week’s episode, Lana shares a deeply personal story about standing on a piece of vacant land in M…

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The Benefits of Professional Birth Photography 33:45

3M ago33:45

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Couples typically hire a professional photographer to preserve life's special moments, such your wedding today. So, why not hire a professional birth photographer to capture your little one's arrival? What exactly do birth photographers do, and how can they help make your labor and delivery experience more enjoyable? Plus, how do you go about findi…

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Your Meaning as a Childless Woman After Infertility 15:57

3M ago15:57

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Your Meaning as a Childless Woman After Infertility If you ever find yourself waking up on a Saturday, staring at a day that is completely yours and feeling more suffocated than free, this episode is for you. Maybe you spent years picturing weekends packed with soccer games, birthday parties, college visits, and noisy family trips. You imagined how…

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Gender Prediction: Fact Vs. Fiction 44:47

3M ago44:47

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Are you having a boy or girl? It's the question even complete strangers like to ask us when we're pregnant. So, what are the most reliable ways to determine the gender of your unborn child? And is there any medical basis for all those crazy wives-tales out there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Infertile, Childless, and Taking Back Control 14:43

4M ago14:43

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If you’re childless after infertility or IVF and wondering how to move forward in a life that looks nothing like what you imagined, this episode of The “So Now What?” Podcast is for you. You did everything you could to become a mother. You prayed, tried, hoped, and gave it your all. And now you're living in the aftermath of a dream that didn’t come…

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Preeclampsia: Symptoms and Treatment 39:30

4M ago39:30

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Tired of peeing in a cup every time you have an OB/GYN appointment? They're testing for increased protein in your urine which may be a sign of preeclampsia. So, what is preeclampsia and how can it impact your pregnancy? If untreated, how could it affect you and your baby? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Childless After Infertility: You’re Not Meant to Just Survive This 16:06

4M ago16:06

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If you’ve ever wondered if this is just how life feels when you don’t become a mom, this episode is for you. Maybe your fertility journey ended with heartbreak instead of a baby. Maybe you’ve been told (by the world, by your inner voice) that life will always feel incomplete, lonely, or second-best now. Maybe you scroll past pregnancy announcements…

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Healthy Body Image During Pregnancy 48:47

4M ago48:47

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Your body goes through many changes during pregnancy. While these changes may be necessary for the growth and development of your baby, it's sometimes hard to feel good about yourself during the process. What exactly does it mean to have a healthy body image? Why is this important- especially during pregnancy? Plus, our mamas weigh in on aspects of…

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Father’s Day When He’s Childless Too 12:34

4M ago12:34

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If you're a woman who went through fertility treatments like IVF or IUI and now find yourself childless after infertility, this episode will speak directly to your heart. This week, we talk about a quiet kind of grief. The grief carried by the man who never got to become a dad. Whether it's your husband, partner, brother, or someone else close to y…

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Avoid These 5 Ingredients in Your Prenatal Vitamin 43:08

4M ago43:08

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From the moment we find out we’re pregnant… we’re told we need to take these- prenatal vitamins. And it makes sense. We know our bodies are working overtime to make a tiny human. But what are these vitamins actually doing for us? What should we be looking for in a prenatal vitamin? And perhaps more importantly, what should we try to avoid? Today we…

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Infertility & Goal Fatigue – What to Do When IVF Fails 11:43

4M ago11:43

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Infertility & Goal Fatigue – What to Do When IVF Fails If you’re childless after infertility and emotionally drained from years of chasing the dream of motherhood through IVF, I want you to know: you’re not alone. And what you’re feeling right now? It makes perfect sense. You spent years setting goals—diagnosis, treatment plans, egg retrievals, emb…

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Pregnancy Forums, Cracking the Code of Acronyms 38:22

4M ago38:22

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There are tons of pregnancy forums online. Finding these forums isn't the hard part, but trying to understand what people are trying to say can be quite a challenge. Why are these forums full of acronyms? What are the most common acronyms used during pregnancy and what do they actually mean? We're decoding this secret language so you can be better …

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Planning a Baby Shower or Sprinkle 43:44

5M ago43:44

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There's a bundle of joy on the way, which means it's time to plan for your baby shower! But with so many choices to make, it's easy for the planning process to become more frustrating than fun. What are the baby shower basics? Plus, what type of baby shower is best for you? We'll explore some tips and tricks for celebrating your special day with fa…

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How does Botox work? 18:57

5M ago18:57

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Botox isn't just for your face. It's a treatment for migraines, TMJ and even overactive sweating. Sarah King has lots of questions for Dr. Gita Fleischman from wakemed.org. She talks us through Botox and how it works its cosmetic magic on your face, and its many other uses. Connect with Sarah and the show at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions. DISCLAIMER…

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Childless and Grieving with Jody Day 58:15

5M ago58:15

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If you are childless after infertility and wondering how to move forward without the future you dreamed of, this powerful conversation with Jody Day will meet you right where you are. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to grieve childlessness and how embracing that grief can lead to deep healing, creativity, and purpose. Jody shares he…

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Epidurals, Spinals and Pain Medications 46:56

5M ago46:56

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We've all seen the images on television and in the movies. A woman in labor screams her head off as she's pushing her baby through the birth canal. We've been trained to think this experience is going to be painful. So, what are your pain management options? What are epidurals and spinals and when are they used? What additional medications can help…

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Are home menopause tests accurate? 22:12

5M ago22:12

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Have you seen at-home, over-the-counter menopause test kits? Sarah took one and compared her results to actual lab tests. Dr. Amantia Kennedy from wakemed.org gives us her expert opinion on whether or not the home test is worth the hype. Connect with Sarah and the show at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this p…

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Feeling Connection After Infertility 15:13

5M ago15:13

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If Mother’s Day felt hard for you, you’re not alone and this week’s episode of The “So Now What?” Podcast is especially for you. You’ve probably spent years feeling like a party of one, moving through infertility and now life without children, not sure where to go to find connection or how to create it. Maybe you’ve told yourself you should be stro…

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Debunking the Stigma Behind GD and other Pregnancy Complications 46:42

5M ago46:42

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Today we are discussing different pregnancy complications and diagnosis that can come up while you are growing your bundle of joy! Whether you have been suffering from non-stop nausea and wondering if it could be HG, just got diagnosed with gestational diabetes or suffering from high blood pressure... We will be chatting about all this and more com…

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Sex After Menopause 25:25

5M ago25:25

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As estrogen decreases, we see all kinds of changes, including changes to the vagina, labia, libido...the list goes on and on. It all adds up to major changes in how sex feels. The moves that worked forever don't get it done anymore. Sarah talks to Dr. Amantia Kennedy from wakemed.org about what to expect, when to talk to your doctor and what you ca…

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To the Childless Woman on Mother’s Day 13:11

5M ago13:11

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If you're feeling overlooked, invisible, or emotionally raw as Mother's Day approaches, this episode was made for you. In this heartfelt and healing conversation, Lana speaks directly to you — the woman who did everything she could to become a mom, but still doesn’t have the child she dreamed of. Whether this is your first Mother's Day since stoppi…