Becoming Mama™: A Pregnancy and Birth Podcast by Motherly

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In the very first episode of the Becoming Mama™ Podcast, Diana talks about the importance of self-care through pregnancy. We live in a society that makes us feel like self-care is selfish, but really it is the least selfish thing you can do, especially when you are on the brink of motherhood. 

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In this episode, Diana talks about getting pregnant, and one of the most important concepts to know when you’re trying to get pregnant: Timing is everything. Plus, you’ll learn about an important sign that you are ovulating.

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This episode is dedicated to women who are experiencing a miscarriage, if listening feels right. Miscarriage is perhaps the most intensely personal experience a person can go through. There is no right way to feel, except the way that comes up for you naturally—just know that you are deeply and lovingly held and supported.  

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If you’ve just found out you are pregnant, in addition to hundreds of feelings (!), you may be wondering about what you can and cannot eat. In this episode we’ll give an overview of the foods that experts usually recommend avoiding during pregnancy.

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It may seem impossibly early in your pregnancy to start thinking about birth! But, where you give birth influences where you get your prenatal care, and you’ll be having your first prenatal appointment soon. In this episode, Diana will give an overview of your options.

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This podcast is about you, but you are probably curious about what your bay is up to in there. This week, check in and see what is happening with your baby’s development at 6 weeks pregnant.

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Pregnancy is an amazing, but vulnerable time. So it’s essential to surround yourself with people that lift you up. In the episode, Diana shares some ideas when considering who to have in your pregnancy village.

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It’s week 8, which means you may be having your first prenatal visit pretty soon. In this episode, Diana discusses what to anticipate at that first visit, and shares some tips on making pelvic exams more tolerable.

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If you are following week by week and are 9 weeks pregnant, nausea may really be starting to take hold, as it does for most pregnant women. Diana shares some ideas to make it better, and offers emotional support for this very difficult symptom.

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It’s time for a little “what is your baby up to” update! The ten-week mark of pregnancy is an exciting milestone because it is the last week of the embryo stage. We’ll also talk about your concerns related to nutrition when you have pregnancy nausea.

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Sex and intimacy during pregnancy can feel mysterious—but it doesn’t have to! In this episode, Diana talks about how to stay safe, how to (gasp) enjoy it, and shares a note on feeling comfortable about your body with your provider.

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This is the time when many parents start to think about their registries and the items they’d like to acquire for their babies! In this episode Diana shares some tips for creating the perfect registry.

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Let’s pause and reflect on the everything in your life that’s led you to this very important moment in time. In this episode, Diana encourages you to try to “release the not enoughs, the can’ts, and the doubts,” so that you can step into your true self and power.

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Making the decision about what work looks like for you after the baby comes is super personal. In his episode, Diana addresses a common concern for women: telling your employer or co-workers that you are pregnant. 

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Let’s check in on your baby’s development at week 15. Diana also shares a way to bond with your baby this month, and some info on when you’ll get to feel those first baby movements.

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In this episode, Diana reviews the benefits of exercise during pregnancy, and shares some insight into pregnancy cravings—why we have them, and some ideas for healthy foods.

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It may seem far away, but remember that at the end of all of this, you will have a baby! In this episode, Diana talks about beginning to think about how you’ll want to be a parent to your child—and the most important piece to remember.

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Values are essential your guiding principles—the concepts that are the most important to you as you go through your days and years. Defining those values during pregnancy can be incredibly helpful so that you can stay true to yourself as you transition into motherhood.

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