How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped mamas all over...
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Nov 13, 2026 · 29:35
November is Prematurity Awareness Month, and Trish is joined by Jodi Klaristenfeld, a NICU and preemie parent expert, coach, and founder of FLRRiSH, the premier resource for NICU…
Nov 6, 2026 · 38:15
Your water just broke. Do you grab the hospital bag, wake up your partner, and race to labor and delivery? Or eat a sandwich and take a shower first? 🤔 Trish explains what…
Oct 30, 2026 · 40:32
Thanks to our Sponsor Haakaa What if the most powerful postpartum tool you own isn’t a gadget at all, but a piece of fabric that keeps your baby close? This week, Trish sits down…
Oct 23, 2026 · 18:08
At 28, with four little boys at home, no money for the trip, and a stomach virus she couldn’t shake, Trish boarded a plane to India alone to bring her daughter home. She didn’t…
Oct 16, 2026 · 29:50
You spend months preparing for birth, but what about the feeding journey that starts the moment baby arrives? Breastfeeding isn’t just a “from the chest up” experience. It’s a…
Oct 9, 2026 · 17:06
This episode is sponsored by Motif Medical After 16 years as a high-risk labor and delivery nurse, Trish shares the five truths she wishes every mama heard before she puts on…
Oct 2, 2026 · 29:07
What if tearing isn't inevitable? There is so much more you can do than "hope for the best," and it starts with a part of your body nobody ever taught you about: your pelvic…
Sep 25, 2026 · 12:08
This episode is sponsored by Haakaa Prodromal labor is one of the most frustrating things you can go through at the end of pregnancy, and hardly anyone prepares you for it. I'm…
Sep 18, 2026 · 30:29
This episode is sponsored by Snugghug Have you ever been told your iron levels are "fine" and still felt exhausted, anxious, and completely off during pregnancy? I'm sitting down…
Sep 11, 2026 · 10:00
Just found out you're pregnant and wondering "now what?" Trish is breaking down the first trimester essentials - the stuff nobody tells you until you're six weeks in and suddenly…
Sep 4, 2026 · 39:20
This Episode is Sponsored by Snugghug Did you know 80% of your immune system lives in your gut - and your baby gets theirs from you? Whether you had a vaginal birth or a…
Aug 28, 2026 · 17:32
You're 10 centimeters, and your nurse says "okay, let's push" - and without any discussion, you're guided into whatever position is easiest for everyone else in the room. Except…
Aug 21, 2026 · 34:57
What would it feel like to go into labor fully prepared for your VBAC - and then have your baby flip breech in the middle of it? That's exactly what happened to Kathryn May, a…
Aug 14, 2026 · 11:24
Birth vibes are everywhere right now - and Jen Hamilton's book earned every bit of its #1 spot. But vibes alone won't get you through a decision in the delivery room. This week,…
Aug 7, 2026 · 37:27
I'm joined by Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, a pelvic physical therapist and owner of Legacy Physical Therapy in St. Louis. We’re diving into one of the most overlooked - but incredibly…
Jul 31, 2026 · 19:46
You got your GBS results back and they're positive - and suddenly it feels like your entire birth plan just got ripped out of your hands. Does this mean induction? Antibiotics no…
Jul 24, 2026 · 34:25
If your sex life basically disappeared after baby, this one's for you, mama. You're touched out, running on fumes, and the LAST thing on your mind is sex - but your partner keeps…
Jul 17, 2026 · 20:02
You've probably already made a decision about your epidural. The problem? You made it before anyone walked you through what actually happens. In this episode, I'm breaking down…
Jul 10, 2026 · 47:16
Your discharge is not a problem to Google in a panic - it's one of the most powerful fertility signals your body produces. And yet, most of us were never taught that. In this…
Jul 3, 2026 · 23:51
In this insightful podcast episode we focus on preparing for an unmedicated birth. Emphasizing on how you can address your fears and the importance of understanding your “WHY”…
Jun 26, 2026 · 30:20
Most birth prep focuses on you - your breathing, your birth plan, your body. But what about the person standing next to you? Because here's the truth: if your partner isn't…
Jun 19, 2026 · 14:02
You spent months preparing for an unmedicated birth - the classes, the breathing, the mindset. And then your provider says induction , and your stomach drops. You know it's…
Jun 12, 2026 · 43:26
Ever stood in the baby food aisle feeling completely lost? This episode is for you. This week, Trish sits down with Jordyn Koveleski Gorman - licensed speech-language…
Jun 5, 2026 · 14:18
She was 12 hours into labor when a nurse walked in carrying a tablet - and a judge appeared on the screen to decide what would happen to her body. This isn't a social media…
May 29, 2026 · 25:06
Stephanie brings a unique perspective to breastfeeding and postpartum support by combining occupational therapy expertise with lactation consulting. After 9+ years in the NICU…
May 22, 2026 · 10:07
Everyone calls the second trimester the "honeymoon phase" - but if you're in it right now and not feeling blissful and glowing, you are not doing it wrong. In this episode, Trish…
May 15, 2026 · 26:26
I am SO excited for you to hear this birth story with my Calm Labor Confident Birth Course student, Linda Kelly. Linda has been part of the Labor Nurse Mama community since 2021.…
May 8, 2026 · 9:27
Let's talk about birth plans - and yes, I know that's going to land differently for everyone reading this. But after 16 years as a high-risk labor and delivery nurse and…
May 1, 2026 · 29:19
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “how do I get my baby to sleep?” at 2 AM… this episode is for you. Because let’s be honest - baby sleep advice is LOUD, conflicting, and…
Apr 24, 2026 · 11:19
If you’ve been Googling every little symptom in early pregnancy… you’re not alone. But the internet can’t tell you what’s actually normal vs. what needs attention - and that…
Apr 17, 2026 · 29:22
I sat down with Tamari Jacob, Certified Lactation Consultant and founder of One With The Pump , and we had the best chat about all things pumping and breastfeeding. Tamari knows…
Apr 10, 2026 · 10:40
If the thought of labor makes your stomach drop and your heart race… this episode is for you, mama. Hey girl, I see you. The midnight Google spirals, the dramatic birth stories…
Apr 3, 2026 · 26:06
Hey mamas! I am SO excited to share this episode with you. Today I’m chatting with Gabi, one of my Calm Labor Confident Birth students who also activated her Labor Bat Signal.…
Mar 27, 2026 · 14:04
This week I grabbed the most common questions you sent me over on Instagram from my 418k followers and answered them the way your bestie labor nurse would - honest, no fluff, and…
Mar 20, 2026 · 38:33
I got to sit down with Áine, the Baby Reflux Lady - a leading holistic expert in infant reflux, colic, and digestive discomfort. Drawing from her background in Traditional…
Mar 13, 2026 · 7:43
Your doctor is NOT your boss. They are your medical consultant. You are the decision-maker. Period. In this episode Trish breaks down informed consent in the clearest, calmest,…
Mar 6, 2026 · 42:23
If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” but you’re still not pregnant, or if you’re just starting your trying-to-conceive journey and want real answers instead of…
Feb 27, 2026 · 6:03
Hey Mama! Ever caught yourself making a birth choice out of straight-up fear? Yeah, me too - with my first baby, needles had me running unmedicated without a clue. But here's the…
Feb 20, 2026 · 26:17
What if I told you that 9 out of 10 babies in America are missing key gut microbes right from the start? As a labor nurse who's delivered thousands of little ones and now a proud…
Feb 13, 2026 · 43:00
Join me, as I talk with one of my VBAC Lab Students and Calm Mama Society Members, Cassie. She's going to be sharing her birth story and how the techniques we've been working on…
Feb 6, 2026 · 31:25
Trish sits down with one of her favorite doulas - Sarah Osborne, doula, doula mentor, mama of three, and the real-deal with 17 years and over 900 births attended. Sarah went from…
Jan 30, 2026 · 22:48
Today, Trish is sharing the powerful birth story of her daughter where she went from being told she would have a ‘dead baby’ at 37 weeks pregnant if she didn’t induce, to having…
Jan 23, 2026 · 38:18
Trish welcomes a fellow labor and delivery nurse and childbirth educator, Lo Mansfield, also known as The Labor Mama. They discuss the intriguing question of why so many L&D…
Jan 16, 2026 · 15:06
Trish shares a deeply personal and shocking account of a recent doctor's appointment for her 37-week pregnant daughter. Despite being a highly experienced labor and delivery…
Jan 14, 2026 · 6:31
In this heartfelt finale of the Postpartum Unpacked series on The Birth Experience Podcast, Trish reassures new mamas that perfection isn't required to be a great mom. Drawing…
Jan 9, 2026 · 32:32
Trish welcomes Dr. Courtney Johnson, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in women's health for female athletes and active moms. Together, they challenge the outdated…
Jan 7, 2026 · 20:06
In this heartfelt episode, I, Trish, your trusted labor and delivery nurse and mom of seven, unpacks the complex emotions and realities new parents face after having a baby. She…
Jan 2, 2026 · 42:22
Join me, as I talk with one of my Calm Labor Confident Birth Class students, Laura. Laura's birth story is definitely best friend squad goals! Laura's bestie (who's studying to…
Dec 31, 2025 · 6:24
Trish goes deep into a rarely discussed but incredibly common postpartum symptom: rage. We're not talking about everyday irritability - this is intense, explosive anger that can…
Dec 26, 2025 · 13:45
In today’s episode, Trish shares her very first birth story - the birth of her son, Ian, when she was just 17. She’s diving into the naive teenage years, her surprise pregnancy,…
Dec 24, 2025 · 28:42
In this episode of Postpartum Unpacked, Trish gets into the realities of postpartum recovery, with a focus on healing for vaginal births. Trish shares practical tips, emotional…
Dec 19, 2025 · 35:43
Trish welcomes Shari Stamps, the founder of Navigating Parenthood and mama of six, for an enlightening conversation about craniosacral therapy and trauma release. Shari, an…
Dec 17, 2025 · 15:51
In this eye-opening episode, Trish tackles a topic that often leaves new moms feeling isolated and ashamed: postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. If you've ever been haunted by…
Dec 12, 2025 · 17:21
Today, Trish breaks down one of the most frightening aspects of early pregnancy: spotting and bleeding. Drawing from her personal experiences (six pregnancies, plus her…
Dec 10, 2025 · 40:51
Meredith's passion for the postpartum space began after experiencing a difficult pregnancy, postpartum, and transition into motherhood. She realized that there was an abundance…
Dec 5, 2025 · 35:14
In this powerful birth story episode, Trish sits down with a VBAC Lab student, Kelly Coy, a physician assistant and new mama to baby Carter (who makes a few adorable cameo…
Dec 3, 2025 · 10:51
Trish tackles one of the hardest parts of the fourth trimester: setting and holding boundaries with the people who love you (and your baby) the most. Fresh off feeling both sides…
Nov 28, 2025 · 11:20
Today, we're uncovering a practice in many hospitals that could be robbing your baby of a third of their blood volume right after birth. This scientifically backed episode will…
Nov 26, 2025 · 16:13
Leaving the house with a newborn feels anything but simple, until it suddenly is. In this raw, real, and incredibly practical episode, Trish pulls back the curtain on the…
Nov 21, 2025 · 26:13
Trish welcomes Dr. Kela Smith, holistic fertility and hormone doctor, and nutritionist. Dr. Kela shares her journey from struggling with unexplained infertility to becoming a mom…
Nov 19, 2025 · 11:59
Trish shares her personal experience with severe sleep deprivation and her groundbreaking 'Pump and Cup' method that can help new moms secure five to six hours of uninterrupted…
Nov 14, 2025 · 12:01
Trish explains why night two after birth often feels overwhelming, reassures new parents that it's normal, and shares practical tips to survive Second Night Syndrome. Drawing…
Nov 12, 2025 · 12:18
In this episode of Postpartum Unpacked , Trish gets into the often-overlooked topic of lochia - postpartum bleeding. Trish breaks down what lochia really means, why it happens,…
Nov 7, 2025 · 32:18
Trish sits down with Crystal, a physical therapist and c-section recovery expert with 17 years of experience and a professor for over 11 years, to discuss crucial insights into…
Nov 5, 2025 · 31:29
Trish breaks down the often-overlooked issue of postpartum booty pain experienced by new mothers, sharing her personal journey and the critical lessons learned. From her…
Oct 31, 2025 · 18:20
Feeling more energized and less nauseous? It's the perfect time to prepare for a smoother birth and postpartum. Trish shares a practical, no-fluff checklist of 11 actionable…
Oct 29, 2025 · 8:39
Hey mama! Today Trish is diving into the lifesaving 5, 5, 5 rule, the single most overlooked recovery secret that can save you from months of exhaustion and complications during…
Oct 24, 2025 · 53:31
Trish welcomes Sydney Dozier, a local to Nashville, mama of two, and founder of Renaissance Marketing Group to share her birth experiences and the challenges of being a working…
Oct 22, 2025 · 26:07
Hey, mama! Welcome to the Postpartum Unpacked series on The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama . Trish is here to guide you through the wild, beautiful chaos of postpartum.…
Oct 17, 2025 · 13:10
Trish guides you through practical, nurse-tested movements inspired by Spinning Babies to help you progress through labor naturally. Learn essential techniques like the jiggle,…
Oct 15, 2025 · 15:33
In this episode of Postpartum Unpacked , Trish unpacks the inadequacies of traditional postpartum care. Drawing on her experience as a labor and delivery nurse and a mom of…
Oct 10, 2025 · 50:41
In this heartfelt episode, Trish sits down with Jennifer Senn, a baby loss coach who has transformed her own tragic loss into a mission of support and healing. Jennifer shares…
Oct 8, 2025 · 18:02
Hey Mama! Welcome to the Postpartum Unpacked series on The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama ! Trish guides you through the wild, beautiful, and raw first two weeks after…
Oct 3, 2025 · 23:07
Trish breaks down the invisible factor that stalls labor: fear. Trish explains how fear floods the body with adrenaline, which in turn, shuts down oxytocin, the hormone vital for…
Oct 1, 2025 · 19:26
Trish walks you through the crucial first moments after your baby's birth. Learn why the first few minutes and hours are sacred, how to ensure proper skin-to-skin contact, the…
Sep 26, 2025 · 31:46
Join Trish in this enlightening episode as she chats with Dr. Kay Waud, a seasoned reproductive endocrinologist specializing in PCOS and fertility outcomes. They discuss the…
Sep 24, 2025 · 10:43
Hey, mama! You’re 41 weeks pregnant, and I know you’re exhausted, maybe even a little scared, but you are NOT failing. In this episode of Pregnancy Unpacked , Trish is breaking…
Sep 19, 2025 · 21:14
If you’ve just found out you’re expecting twins, this episode is your must-listen guide! Trish reveals three critical things doctors often don’t tell you about twin pregnancies,…
Sep 17, 2025 · 14:13
Hey, mamas! Trish is unpacking week 40 of pregnancy. We’re diving into the final stretch - where your body’s prepping, your baby’s ready, and the world’s asking, “Is the baby…
Sep 12, 2025 · 36:06
Today Trish is welcoming Sarah Ebrahimi to share her birth story as a first time mama, and a Calm Labor Confident Birth student who is only seven weeks postpartum. Sarah shares…
Sep 10, 2025 · 9:32
Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked . This week, we celebrate reaching full term at 39 weeks! Trish shares the three important yet rarely discussed developments…
Sep 5, 2025 · 21:47
Join Trish as she reveals seven essential first trimester secrets that can transform your birth experience. From early birth planning and provider interviews to preparing your…
Sep 3, 2025 · 11:28
Hey Mama! In this episode of Pregnancy Unpacked , Trish gets into the final stretch of pregnancy with honest, empowering advice. She addresses the annoyances of constant…
Aug 29, 2025 · 42:09
Trish welcomes Jennifer to share her story, a member of the VBAC lab, Calm Mama Society, and a proud mom of two. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from having a C-section…
Aug 27, 2025 · 14:43
Trish, your birth bestie, gets into what to expect at 37 weeks of pregnancy. From baby movements and their importance, to what happens during your 37-week prenatal appointment,…
Aug 22, 2025 · 12:24
Trish discusses the essential topic of Pitocin - a common intervention used in labor and delivery. She breaks down what Pitocin is, why it's used, and the critical choices you…
Aug 20, 2025 · 8:58
Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked , where Trish is guides you through week 36 of pregnancy. As you approach full term, Trish breaks down what’s happening with your baby, your…
Aug 15, 2025 · 28:32
Trish welcomes Lauren Murdock, RN, IBLCLC, and founder of Labor Lauren, a platform dedicated to empowering women for peaceful, powerful, faith-centered births. Lauren shares her…
Aug 13, 2025 · 10:43
Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with your birth bestie, Trish. In this episode, Trish unpacks what it's like being 35 weeks pregnant. From what’s happening with your…
Aug 8, 2025 · 20:34
In this heartfelt episode, Trish opens up about the often-unspoken topic of loneliness during pregnancy. Drawing from her personal experiences and those of her community, Trish…
Aug 6, 2025 · 11:29
Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, your favorite labor nurse and birth coach. If you're at 34 weeks, we're getting super close! Trish is getting into the…
Aug 1, 2025 · 28:08
Hey mama! This is a must-listen if you've ever looked in the mirror during pregnancy or postpartum and thought, 'I don't look like me anymore.' Whether you're navigating swollen…
Jul 30, 2025 · 24:35
Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked! In this week's episode, we celebrate crossing 32 weeks - a major milestone. Dive deep into what's happening in Week 33 as Trish unpacks your…
Jul 25, 2025 · 10:15
Trish dives into the topic of membrane sweeps. She breaks down everything you need to know about this optional procedure to help you make informed decisions for your birth. Trish…
Jul 23, 2025 · 11:46
Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, your go-to labor nurse and birth bestie. In this episode, we’re diving into weeks 31 and 32 - when things start feeling…
Jul 18, 2025 · 33:29
Ever wondered about the significance of your baby’s milestones, particularly crawling, or concerned about what to do if they're not meeting them? In today's episode, Trish sits…
Jul 16, 2025 · 11:38
Hey mamas, welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked! Today, Trish is unpacking weeks 29 to 30 of pregnancy. Exploring the changes happening to your baby and your body, tackle the…
Jul 11, 2025 · 9:08
Today Trish is sharing her framework for rewiring birth thoughts and fears - because you are in control - sharing her framework for rewiring your thoughts for a positive birth…
Jul 9, 2025 · 19:23
Hey, beautiful mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked . Trish is diving into the third trimester - weeks 26-28. Get ready for real talk about what’s happening with your body,…
Jul 4, 2025 · 33:27
Trish sits down with the incredible Amber Ginn, an IBCLC and one of her beloved Catalyst Queen Mastermind clients. Amber shares her raw and powerful story of having her son at 15…
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