Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat
Meet the podcast that’s here to equip you for what’s next now that Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Hear from The Pregnancy Network staff and guest experts in their fields on topics like mental health and loneliness, what to do when you don’t know what to do, caring for yourself holistically, and making empowered choices.
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S2E8: Her Story Project—Sarah's Story: Healing After Abortion and Unplanned Pregnancies
Sarah Dove is the Executive Director of Arms of Grace Pregnancy Resource Center in Burlington. She shares her inspiring story of finding healing after experiencing unplanned pregnancies and abortion. Her recovery journey set her on a path to serve others and make an impact through volunteering, and later found a new pregnancy resource center she now leads in Burlington, NC.
Sarah encourages that God can redeem in beautiful ways: “You may think you’re fine. You can be fine, or you can be out of this world amazing. God’s abundance is for all of us.”
S2E7: Pregnancy Do's and Dont's
In this episode of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat, we’re diving into the essential do’s and dont’s of pregnancy to help you navigate this exciting journey with confidence. We’ll break down important steps like taking prenatal vitamins, eating protein-rich meals, staying active, and getting enough rest, as well as the importance of finding the right prenatal care. We’ll also cover key things to avoid, such as alcohol, raw meats, and excessive caffeine, to ensure both you and your baby stay healthy. Tune in for practical tips and expert advice on how to have a safe and successful pregnancy!
S2E6: Your Guide to Breastfeeding
We spoke with registered nurse and lactation consultant, MaryAnn, about breastfeeding. Did you know breastfeeding provides a long list of benefits for both mom and baby?
Just a few benefits for babies are reduced chance of childhood obesity, reduced risk of childhood cancer, and building a healthy immune system. A few benefits for mom are reduced risk of uterine and breast cancers, helping mom get back to her pre-pregnancy weight more quickly, and protection against heart disease.
Her Story Bonus Episode: Kari's Story
Kari came to The Pregnancy Network unsure about her future and her next steps, but found “hope for me, for the future, for my son, for myself and for my daughter.” The Her Story Project is a safe space to share stories and create solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. At The Pregnancy Network, one of the most common things we hear from women is that they feel alone. But nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned—that means no woman walking this path is truly alone. If you’re interested in sharing your story, complete this form.
S2E5: Navigating The First Trimester
Join Emily Greene and guest Lauren Myers on the podcast to discuss Navigating The First Trimester. Lauren is a licensed RN on staff at The Pregnancy Network and comes to us with extensive experience and knowledge of the Labor and Delivery department. Lauren’s love and passion for caring for women and babies shows in her relationships with her patients.
They discuss what makes the first trimester of pregnancy so critical for both mom and baby, choosing a prenatal vitamin, finding health care and so much more.
Her Story Bonus Episode: Ariel's Story
In this bonus episode of “Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat,” Chloe introduces the Her Story Project. The Her Story Project is a safe space to share stories and create solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. At The Pregnancy Network, one of the most common things we hear from women is that they feel alone. But nearly half of all pregnancies are unplanned—that means no woman walking this path is truly alone. If you’re interested in sharing your story, complete this form.
S2E4: Preparing For Your Hospital Birth
Hannah Booker is a staff Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She’s been with us for four years and previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Preparing for Your Hospital Birth.
S2E3: Navigating Community Resources Together
Olivia Charnetzky is the Case Manager and Client Services Coordinator at The Pregnancy Network. She’s been with us for two years and recently piloted our case management services. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Navigating Community Resources Together.
Olivia’s passion for serving women translates into providing practical resources and support. She’s an expert on community and national resources available to empower you in your situation, whether that be an unplanned pregnancy or something else.
S2E2: Becoming Empowered in Your Parenting
Leslie Wright first came to The Pregnancy Network during her pregnancy. Today she serves as a volunteer, teaching our free classes. This month, she joins host Chloe Belk on Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat to discuss Becoming Empowered in Your Parenting.
Because she’s been on both sides of our services, she has a unique and invaluable perspective on what it means to be empowered for your pregnancy and parenting journey.
S2E1: Fertility Awareness Methods
Beth Appiah joins host Chloe Belk to discuss “Fertility Awareness Methods”. Beth is a Registered Nurse at The Pregnancy Network. She is currently working on her Family Nurse Practitioner degree and hopes to specialize in Women’s Health.
Whether you’re curious about different methods of birth control or you’re hoping to grow your family, fertility awareness is a powerful tool to help you know your body and plan your family.