First Trimester Survival Guide: Top Questions Answered by a Labor Nurse

First Trimester Survival Guide: Top Questions Answered by a Labor Nurse

Author: Liesel Teen August 6, 2025 Duration: 31:19

This week on The Mommy Labor Nurse Podcast, we're talking all things first trimester!
It's one of our signature Ask Me Anything episodes – and yes, I love doing these for you guys!

Every question in this episode was submitted by my IG fam (hey Insta besties 👋) – and I picked the ones that needed a deeper dive than stories allow. So if you're navigating those early weeks and wondering, "Is this normal??" – you're in the right place.

Inside the episode, we're chatting about:

  • How to handle nausea without losing your mind

  • Fatigue hacks that actually help

  • What's up with first-trimester anxiety

  • And so much more!

Whether you're newly pregnant or just want to feel a little less alone in those first 12 weeks, this episode is packed with validation, tips, and real talk 💛


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Liesel Teen, a labor and delivery nurse, hosts Mommy Labor Nurse as a space for honest conversations about pregnancy and birth. Each episode is built on the idea that knowledge can transform fear into confidence for expecting parents. You’ll find a mix of practical, evidence-based discussions on common pregnancy topics, along with interviews featuring a range of birth professionals who share their insights. Perhaps most powerfully, the podcast includes personal birth stories that capture the vast spectrum of real-life experiences, from straightforward deliveries to more complex situations. It’s a resource designed to inform and empower, offering perspectives that help listeners prepare for their own journeys. Remember, the content here is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice from your own care provider. Join Liesel for these weekly conversations that aim to support you through one of life’s most significant transitions.
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