Trish gets into the unfiltered, totally normal chaos of the third trimester of pregnancy. She’s breaking down the weird symptoms, emotional rollercoasters, and practical prep tips to help you feel empowered as you approach the finish line of pregnancy.
From lightning crotch to unexpected leaks, Trish normalizes the wild changes your body might be throwing at you. She’s got you covered with actionable advice, heartfelt encouragement, and a reminder to trust your gut as you prepare for birth.
What’s Inside This Episode:
- Lightning Crotch and Swollen Everything: Learn about those sharp zings in your pelvis, swollen hands, feet, and even vulva—why they happen, what’s normal, and when to call your provider.
- Leaky Boobies and More: Trish explains colostrum leakage (or lack thereof), carpal tunnel, night sweats, and increased vaginal discharge, reassuring you that your body’s just doing its thing to build a human.
- Braxton Hicks vs. Real Labor: Get clear on how to tell them apart - irregular and front-focused for Braxton Hicks, consistent and intensifying from back to belly for the real deal. Pro tip: If you’re still wondering if it's labor, it’s not time to worry yet!
- Nesting: Discover why you’re suddenly scrubbing baseboards at 2 AM and how this primal urge is your brain creating safety for your baby.
- Sex, Sleep, and Relationships: Navigate libido shifts, insomnia, and changing dynamics with your partner. Trish shares tips like using a pregnancy pillow, avoiding late-night caffeine, and communicating openly to stay connected.
- When to Call Your Provider: Critical signs to watch for, including decreased fetal movement, bright red bleeding, leaking fluid, severe headaches, or sudden swelling, and why trusting your instincts is never overreacting.
This episode is your go-to guide for rocking the third trimester with confidence. Share it with a pregnant friend, leave a review to support Trish’s mission to empower mamas, and binge more episodes to prep for your birth like the queen you are!
Mentioned in this episode:
Grab the Third Trimester Prep Pack
Listen to Ep 154: OMG – Did My Water Just Break? Now What?
Listen to Ep 48: Six Signs that Labor is Not Far Off
Read 6 Signs of Labor According to a Labor Nurse
Helpful Timestamps:
- 00:55 Navigating the Third Trimester
- 02:00 Weird but Normal Symptoms
- 05:20 Braxton Hicks vs. Real Labor
- 07:41 Nesting Instincts
- 09:02 Sex, Sleep, and Relationship Shifts
- 12:18 When to Call Your Provider
- 14:52 Empowerment and Advocacy
- 15:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resources:
🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙
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Calm Labor Confident Birth Pod
First Trimester Prep Pack
Second Trimester Prep Pack
Third Trimester Prep Pack
Listen to the Pregnancy Unpacked Series!
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Next Steps with LNM:
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