Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 8-10: Your First Prenatal Appointment and Early Pregnancy Tips | 166

Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 8-10: Your First Prenatal Appointment and Early Pregnancy Tips | 166

Author: Trish Ware, RN May 7, 2025 Duration: 15:30

Welcome to this week's episode of Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, RN, who is unpacking weeks 8 to 10 of pregnancy. 

 You've got hormones flying, symptoms ramping up, and maybe even your very first prenatal appointment on the calendar. Trish is going to walk you through exactly what to expect at that appointment, what to ask, and what's normal to feel right now.

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What you’ll learn:

  •  The rapid development happening with your baby. 
  • What to expect at your first prenatal appointment, what key questions to ask, and how to take charge of your pregnancy journey. 
  • What to expect during your first ultrasound.
  • Practical tips for managing morning sickness.
  • Understanding the importance of a strong mindset. 
  • The benefits of starting a birth class early to ensure you're prepared for every stage of your pregnancy. 

00:59 Weeks 8 to 10: What to Expect

03:03 First Prenatal Appointment: What You Need to Know

05:49 Mindset Matters: Advocating for Yourself

07:36 Morning Sickness Relief Tips

10:33 The Importance of Early Birth Education

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Ever find yourself scrolling through endless forums late at night, wondering about the real, unfiltered details of childbirth that no one seems to talk about plainly? The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to change that. Hosted by Trish Ware, RN, this podcast draws directly from her years in the delivery room, where she’s helped bring thousands of newborns into the world. She knows the questions that keep you up at night, from the logistical-like how to effectively push or what Pitocin actually does-to the vulnerable fears about epidurals, VBACs, or those embarrassing but totally normal moments. Trish moves beyond clinical jargon to offer honest, compassionate, and evidence-based insights that feel like a conversation with a trusted friend who’s seen it all. Each episode tackles a specific aspect of pregnancy, labor, and early parenting, like navigating breastfeeding challenges or figuring out newborn care, with the goal of replacing anxiety with practical knowledge. Tuning into this podcast means getting a seasoned labor nurse’s perspective delivered with warmth and a deep understanding of what you’re going through, helping you feel more prepared and empowered for your own journey.
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