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Two long-time friends; Laura, a pregnancy and postpartum doula and mom of two, and Remi, a first-time mom-to-be, get together to discuss the journey from preconception, through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Raw conversations with educative content as well as relatable struggles and challenges on how this life-changing event impacts all areas of live!
The podcast Mom Friends is created by Laura Gimbert & Remi Ishizuka. The podcast and the artwork on this page are embedded on this page using the public podcast feed (RSS).
As Remi is preparing to travel to LA, aka travel with Opie for the first time ever, she shares her fears and anxieties and how she is planning for the trip ahead!
Laura has traveled with babies all ages internationally and nationally, plenty of times, so she also shares her fav resources, tips and logistics to think about and how to properly prepare.
Laura, who is currently at week 36/37 of pregnancy, also updates us on her midwife home visit, some early labor symptoms she's been experiencing and more postpartum preparations.
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Babyquip baby gear rental
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Baby packing list winter
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Thule stroller
Doona stroller
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In this episode we catch up on both Remi's and Laura's journeys:
Remi tells us about what it is like to have her nanny back full time, what her new role is now that she is working, how re-introducing bottles was and new Opie milestones at 3months old. She also tells us about her new body image and how she's feeling about it!
Laura updates us on the kidney stone drama, how recovery was and if she is fully cleared. And some new postpartum and birth preparations like birth logistics, boundaries, realistic expectations and more!
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Wonder Weeks App
Everymother App code LAURA10
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This week we dive deep into all of the big postpartum mental health issues mothers go through with Dr Greer. A neuroscience PHD, doula and mother who is on a mission to change the future of parenting and health specializing in pregnancy and postpartum.
We go though all of the signs, red flags of PPD & PPA, as well as how to prevent these issues and how to get through them, how our partners can help, how to help friends going through it, what's normal and what's not, and much more!
You can find Dr Greer:
Instagram
Website
Free guide
Book
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Laura finally updates us on her 3rd trimester journey in one episode, after a few months of focusing on all of Remi's updates, and she catches us up to speed on everything going on.
From the new symptoms she's experiencing on this tail end of pregnancy, to a hospital visit at L&D she had to go with an emergency, to all of the logistics she's doing to get ready for baby #3: from home birth prep to postpartum prep with 3 kids!
Let's catch up!
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Another ask anything, any topic, QA episode to catch up and answer your questions. Always fun to sprinkle these!
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In this weeks episode we focus on Remi's newborn routine and all of the things that have helped her:
Tune in and catch up!
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- unscented baby bath soap
- all terrain stroller
- burp cloths
- bassinet
- lounger
- newborn bath
- leaking pads
- playmat
- carrier
- bw cards
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We finally catch up on Remi's newborn breastfeeding experience from week 0 to 7, which is the most intense and challenging learning stage.
So much to catch up on, tune in!
PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Bottles
Pump
Book1
Book2
Breast massager
Breastfeeding pillow
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We continue to explore Remi's first 6 weeks postpartums with more like, how she's feeling with her phyiscal recovery, the help she has, more symptoms she's experienced, if she's meditating through postpartum and how her parent's visit was. And Laura shares some postpartum red flags to keep an eye out for. Another great early postpartum conversation!
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In this episode we recap how Remi has been doing this first month postpartum.
Physically: how did she heal from her 1st degree tear and swelling, favorite postpartum products, how did she feel overall with other aches and pains, how postpartum bleeding has been, what has her activity level been...
Mentally and emotionally: did she experience the baby blues, has she been crying, did she feel the hormone drop, has she noticed any postpartum depression, what has helped her mood and energy most?
And logistically: what kind of help has she had, what has she delegated, what was most helpful to plan to have around the house, how her schedule is like, what Nate role has been...
SO MUCH MORE to catch up on postpartum recovery, experience, evolving schedule, breastfeeding & newborn care, stay tuned for more.
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In this episode Remi answers all of your questions to get even more details about her wild birth:
Tune in and find out these and much more!
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In this episode we continue navigating through Remi's incredible, intense, beautiful (and exhausting, ha) birth story.
From where we left off last episode. We cover from checking into the hospital to 35h later, pushing baby Opie! Including the many challenges we faced, the mindset doula techniques that were most helpful for Remi to handle contractions, positions we tried, struggles, and the 15h pushing experience (yes, it's not a typo, FIFTEEN!).
Tune in and come with us on this wild ride!
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In this episode we tell you all of the natural induction methods Remi tried before going into labor completely spontaneously and naturally at 40w2d, and we also provide you all of the rest of the natural induction methods you can try!
We go into detail on exactly how labor began as the start of the birth story laboring at home for 10h, including her water breaking, her contractions getting to 2min apart, the car ride and the checking into the hospital.
Bare with us if the energy is low in this episode as we are both tired but happy to finally share this part one ans subscribe for the 35h birth story part 2 next week :)
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In a previous episode (44) we brought in a lactation consultant to talk about newborn breastfeeding education and preparation! But in this episode, we dive deeper into our PERSONAL breastfeeding journeys.
Another great, informational and relatable episode for any mom-to-be or new mom!
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In this episode we go through all of the final birth options and goals as Remi is approaching the big day.
We talk about why she chose each option for every stage of labor, what her plan Bs are, her birth mindset when it comes to the last few weeks, and exactly what the plans are for Laura to make it to her birth, in person, from California to Texas!
Tune in!
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In this episode we give you a little update on Laura's anatomy scan experience as well as Remi's third trimester aches and pains, and we dive deep into third trimester symptoms, including Braxton hicks, sciatica pain, heartburn, stretchmarks, hemorrhoids, frequent urination, exhaustion, insomnia, swelling and much more; while also providing you with some easy home remedies, prevention methods and red flags to be aware of.
A great episode for anyone going through the third trimester, or who will be going through it soon and wants to know what to expect and things to keep in mind to minimize these very common aches and pains.
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Another Q&A episode to catch up on both pregnancy journeys as well as to answer all of your personal questions no matter the topics: doula questions, ttc, pregnancy, birth, life, a little bit of everything.
Tune in and find out!
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In this episode we go through personal journey updates from the last month.
Remi's mid third trimester and Laura's mid second trimester: new symptoms, new aches and pains, new feelings, doctor appointments, and much more.
A fun catch-up conversation. Join us!
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Laura goes through all of the postpartum mom care essentials we need to recover physically, as well as all of the activities and habits we can consider for the postpartum stage to take care of our body, mind and soul.
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In this episode we go through all of the things you can do to PLAN for postpartum ahead. Because although we know there needs to be flexibility, planning, outsourcing and creating is key for everything to flow as smooth as possible.
We go through a list of ideas inside of each category you can plan for including:
Remi also shares her plans and Laura shares how she planned for her first baby's arrival, something that made her thrive through that first postpartum stage even with no family or nanny around.
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In this episode Dr. Joel Warsh, board-certified pediatrician and father, joins us to chat all about the newborn stage and options that we moms have to get more informed, educated, and have better resources to be able to make informed decisions!
He answers questions like:
This and much more, a great listen for first time moms and even moms of multiples who want to make better, more informed decisions this time around! There's always so much room to learn and grow.
And below, you'll find info on Dr Joel Warsh:
Instagram
Book prerelease
Parenting community
Supplements
Request preview of book chapters:
[email protected]
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In this episode we dive deep into Laura's two empowering birth stories.
Why she decided on having out-of-hospital, unmedicated, birth center births, the exact details on how they each began and how they progressed, the lessons she learned each time, and what she aims to do differently for her third birth!
A great, positive birth episode you'll want to tune into to get into the right birth headspace.
FOR REFERENCE. Free standing independent Birth Center in S. Pasadena was former Del Mar Birth Center, now new birth center (new owners, same design) called Moxi Birth.
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In this episode we find out more on Laura’s first trimester, all of the socially projected fears set in her subconscious that she had to work through and break along exactly how, and future plans. Including:
- When is she due?
- What age differences will the kids have?
- Fears of a bigger age gap?
- Is she planning on finding out the gender before birth? What does she think she is having?
- What is she, the kids and Nathan all hoping for?
- Will Laura still be able to support Remi's labor and delivery?
- Would she consider a 4th to give this one another sibling closer in age?
- What type of car does she planning on driving with three kids?
- How did she motivate herself to work out through 1st Trimester?
- How did she feel being pregnant with two kids to take care of?
- When did she start showing?
- Home or birth center?
- Will Sofia and Beckham be at the birth?
Tune in!
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In this episode we finally open up about the secret we have been keeping for a while: Laura is also pregnant!
Laura tells us about the thought process behind deciding on having baby number three (something she had been going back and forth for years), how her third pregnancy first trimester experience has been comparing it to the other two pregnancies, new pregnancy lessons, all of the wild symptoms and much more, including how she told Remi and the kids!
Tune in and catch up to speed.
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In this episode we go through all of the different possibilities of how a partner (your husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, mom or sister) can help you through all different stages of labor: from early labor at home, through the car ride to the hospital or birth center, active labor, pushing and immediate postpartum.
A great episode to listen with your partner and be able to have open conversations about options and goals before labor even begins.
Remi also explains some lessons she learned from having two families with three kids, ages 2 months, 1 year and 3 year olds, live with them for a week! A great preview of realistic expectations.
Enjoy!
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In this episode we continue going through the birth plan options including pain relief techniques, labor nutrition, labor and pushing positions and all of the immediate postpartum options that we have to choose from.
Remi also explains some of her goals and details of her very own birth plan.
Tune in and take notes!
MOTHERS DAY GIVEAWAY!!
We will be giving away a package of beauty & self care products to one lucky mama on Mother's Day! All you need to do is follow us on @momfriendspod and stay tuned for a story that will go live on 5/12 with all of the goodies and instructions to confirm entry. The winner will be announced 48h later, on Tuesday May 14th! Good luck!
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In this episode we go through some of the techniques Laura has been teaching Remi to get her mindset ready for labor, and Remi explains some of the things she has been doing lately to practice for it ahead.
We also start talking about Remi's birth plan (part 1) where we cover all of her goals and wishes for early labor including induction, room ambiance, when to go to the hospital and more.
Another great episode to listen to with a pen and paper. Enjoy!
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Hypnobirthing app
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We get Nate back on the pod to now answer some pregnancy questions including:
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In this episode Remi shares the gender of the baby and the story behind selecting that embryo for this second transfer. Was the other embryo the same gender? Was it different? She finally opens up about all the journey details!
We also go through her anatomy scan experience and results.
Tune in and catch up!
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In this special Baby Registry episode, part 2, we go through all of the baby items, and rank them on an essential scale, taking into account mamas lifestyles and different needs. We also go through what's worth the splurge and what's not worth the investment.
We divided this episode into 2 parts, in our previous episode we covered clothing, bathing, nursery, diapers and health items! This week we cover baby gear, feeding, and extras as well as what's voted most unused items by YOU!
Get a pen and paper because you will need to take notes on this one too!
PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Remi's stroller
Remi's car seat
Doona
Pacifier
Playmat
Haakaa
Lactation massager
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In this special Baby Registry episode, we go through all of the baby items, and rank them on an essential scale, taking into account mamas lifestyles and different needs, while Laura also advises Remi on which items are essential for her lifestyle and needs.
We also go through what's worth the splurge and what's not worth the investment.
We divided this episode into 2 parts, and in this first part we go over: Clothing, bathing, nursery, diapers and health items! Next week we'll cover baby gear, feeding, and extras as well as what's voted most unused items by YOU!
Get a pen and paper because you will need to take notes on this one.
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This episode gives you an update on week 19 including an OB appointment, we talk about pregnancy weight gain, the risks of having stress in pregnancy, as well as options to lower our stress levels including helpful affirmations for this pregnancy stage, to keep a good headspace.
Enjoy!
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The live doula support group is now closed but you can JOIN US IN THE POSTPARTUM LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP
- 4 classes: postpartum plan, postpartum mom care, newborn care & breastfeeding
- 2 months of 1on1 doula access via text & email
- For due dates July - December 2024
- Starts May 22nd through July 3rd
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In this episode Remi goes through her symptoms during the last weeks of the first trimester, weeks 8 through 12,explains how it was telling her parents, and her experience graduating from shots & fertility clinic!
We also go through how some of the main questions to ask OBGYNs and why it's important to do so.
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Tune in and find out!
LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP IS NOW CLOSED
BUT YOU CAN JOIN US FOR THE POSTPARTUM SESSIONS
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YES. REMI IS PREGNANT!
In this episode we update you from week 4 to 8. We go through the BETA pregnancy test blood work results, and first handful of baby scans confirming the pregnancy was progressing properly, and Remi provides all of her pregnancy updates including symptoms, feelings and much more.
Laura also provides some basic initial pregnancy tips and nausea relief tips for that very common first trimester sickness!
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JOIN LAURA'S LIVE DOULA SUPPORT GROUP WITH REMI!
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Remi is 9 days post embryo transfer, and we go through all of her potential pregnancy symptoms, mindset struggles, as well as the first pregnancy home test results!
Is Remi pregnant again? Tune in and find out all of the details!
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On this episode Remi transfers her last embryo and Nate joins us to chat all about his IVF experience.
He shares his perspective, thoughts, lessons and tips navigating IVF, miscarriage, failure, and grief. He also chats about preparing mentally and physically for the journey, how to support the female partner, best ways to support him as a male partner going through IVF, how to keep the relationship strong through the extreme ups and downs, as well as the biggest lessons he has learned and taken away from all of this.
We hope you enjoy it and send Remi lots of sticky vibes!
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As Remi is getting ready for embryo transfer number two, her last embryo, she steps up her game and lets us know everything new that she is trying to ensure this is IT!
She goes deep into mind & soul preparation especially, as she is in a rough place mentally after her miscarriage, and failed second egg retrieval.
Tune in and listen to all of the things she does to shift the mindset from negative, to positive and hopeful again.
And send lots of good vibes!!
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In this episode we bring in Emily Greene, a spirit baby expert who is able to connect with the soul's of the children that we are meant to have. She answers all of our questions in detail including:
How to know if we have spirit babies around us?
How to know when they are ready to come to earth?
How to communicate with them?
What happens to spirit babies after miscarriages?
Are spirit babies assigned to us karmically?
Are spirit babies past life family members?
How to recognize a brand-new soul and how to guide them?
How to call in a new spirit baby?
Why do spirit babies choose us as parents?
Why would spirit babies choose harmful environments?
& much more
Emily also does a full spirit baby reading with Remi, to see if her spirit baby is ready to come and see if the gender aligns with the last embryo baby, and with Laura, to see if she has more spirit babies waiting for a potential third baby
If you are interested in discovering more on Emily you can find her:
On Instagram
On her podcast
Join the waitlist to work with her
And you can email her for any questions [email protected]
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Another Q&A episode answering all of your personal, doula and journey questions including:
- How did Remi and Nate meet
- Where to find a doula
- Best type of belly wrap support for postpartum
- Tips for transitioning back to work after 12 weeks maternity leave
- How to prevent or minimize diastasis recti
- When did Remi know it was time to do IVF
- What does Laura recommend for the first trimester
- When to strategically do acupuncture when TTC if budget is an issue
- Remi's baby nursery's aesthetic design vision
- What does Remi think her parenting style will be
- Are we planning on having our partners on the podcast as guests
- How is Nate doing through the IVF process
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Hope you enjoy this episode and if you want to submit your questions for the next Q&A, or want to submit spirit baby questions for epiosde 20, go to our Instagram @momfriendspod and submit them on stories question box, DM us, or email us at [email protected]
Thanks for listening!
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In this episode Remi explains her experience and recovery from polyp removal surgery.
While Laura provides us with a list of logistic things to do, things to think about, and conversations to have with our partners while trying to conceive (also helpful for those who are currently pregnant).
You will want pen and paper for this!
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We finally have Remi's update on her choice: will she be doing another round of egg retrieval (her third!) or, will she be transferring one of her very few embryos left?
She also opens up about exactly how many embryos she has left from round one.
The episode ends with our manifesting strategies and how we each have created our dream life, providing you tangible tips too!
For those looking to manifest, here's our cheat sheet:
All details in the episode, enjoy and go manifest your goals!
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In this special episode we go through all of what we have achieved in 2023, personally and professionally, because looking back and acknowledging the wins is important to be grateful and celebrate every big and small milestone. We also go through the goals we have NOT accomplished and discuss why, which helps us set better intentions for the following year.
We also discuss our 2024 new year goals to get more clarity on our new year actions and intentions.
Weddings?
Babies?
Books?
Travels?
Projects?
Products?
Investments?
New healthy habits?
Tune in and see what's in store for the new year.
And HAPPY 2024 EVERYONE!
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This is a wild update on Remi's journey with many unexpected news and experiences.
The episode starts off with a potential miscarriage reason discovery, and next steps to take care of that before a future implantation, it then goes over Remi's second egg retrieval, a traumatic recovery, and some devastating news.
A lot to process after this episode, but as always, we talk about how the mindset game and a good support system keeps us moving forward.
Lots of love and happy holidays to all of you!
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This is an incredible self-awareness episode where you will be able to learn about yourself and how YOU were designed to be.
You will be able to understand your energy type and how to use it as a great tool for living in your true purpose. A blueprint to how you have been *designed* to use and get your energy and express your gifts most authentically. Including being the mother you are meant to be.
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In this episode, we chat with Leah from The Design of You @thedesignofyou who is a Human Design expert. She goes through our charts as we analyze how we are each built, and give tons of tangible tips on how to use our unique gifts to live into alignment and manifest our dream life as well as embrace the essence of who we are, specifically in our role as mothers or mothers to be.
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A perfect episode and tools as we wrap up 2023, and enter 2024 with more clarity, being able to set better aligned goals and intentions.
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In this episode we chat about adoption, because motherhood also comes through adoption. We get informed and raise awareness on the topic.
We go through our personal perspective on potentially becoming adoptive moms and if we feel called to adopt, as well as chat with Amber Mamian who is a mom of six and has adopted twice, to find out more information about adoption through her experience.
We talk about international vs domestic, open vs closed, agency vs attorney, adopting a newborn vs toddler, fears and struggles that come with, the waiting game of adoption, and we even talk about pregnancy after adoption, pregnancy after miscarriage and pregnancy/parenting in your 40s vs 20s!
You can find Amber on Instagram, Facebook, and her blog, where you can read all details about her adoption experiences.
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Another Q&A episode where we get back to your questions, including:
- Why trying for kids now rather than after wedding?
- Nutrition tips before embryo transfer
- How to mentally prepare for pregnancy test results
- Why does Remi not talk about specific number results
- Would Remi tell everyone that she is pregnant right away again, or wait next time
- How long do we need to wait to do another IVF transfer
- Is having sex safe during the two week wait? For natural conception
- Did Remi know the gender of the embryo she miscarried?
- Was it a PGT-A tested embryo?
- Does Remi have any conditions or just Nate?
- Information about D&C vs D&E after miscarriage
- Any exercise to help make natural birth easier?
- Is Laura's doula work with Remi different because of the friendship?
- When are we going to be in real time?
- Can you speak more to spirit babies, what happens with babies that are born into horrible situations and parents?
Tune in, and listen to these answers and more!
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In this episode, we go through Remi's miscarriage experience, physically and mentally, while Laura provides tips on how to cope.
We cover potential miscarriage reasons, and how to keep a positive mindset while allowing yourself to grieve the loss.
We also share tips on how to communicate with spirit babies which can be helpful for those waiting to become mothers.
Finally, we talk about the next steps in Remi's journey.
Hope you enjoy this beautiful episode, and lots of love to all of you that have experienced, or are experiencing, a miscarriage too.
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In this highly awaited episode, we take you through a roller coaster ride of symptoms and emotions from Remi's pregnancy test results to some unexpected news from the doctor.
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In this episode we cover Remi's first egg retrieval experience, her results, and first embryo transfer experience.
We also discuss how to surrender the mind, and provide some tips for the two week wait.
Tune in to catch up. Let's go!
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In this episode we respond to your questions again; a fun way to get to know us more with personal and emotional questions, get specific educational information, and get sneak peeks of what is to come.
Some of the questions we get back to:
Tune in for all of these answers and much more.
And you can send us your questions for the next Q&A episode via DM on Instagram at @momfriendspod or at [email protected]
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In this episode we chat about our thoughts on marriage before kids: Remi tells us if she cares to be engaged or married before pregnancy / before the baby comes, and her plans on getting married.
Remi also tells us the physical and emotional symptoms she's' experienced through her first egg retrieval preparation, Laura discusses the differences between fresh and frozen embryo transfers, and Remi explains what route she is personally taking and why!
Tune in, catch up, and remember to submit the questions for our next Q&A episode (ep 8) through our IG @momfriendspod or email us at [email protected]
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In this episode, Remi shares her pregnancy test result after her first IUI treatment. She also explains why she is switching fertility clinics and how to look for a good one, based on her experience.
Laura also gives tips on how to find a great OB or midwife and provides mindset tips on the two week wait with gratitude and affirmation techniques to help ease stress during this anxious time!
Tune in and give us feedback on social media!
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Remi talks about how she experienced the emotional 2 week wait, as she's waiting for her pregnancy results after her first IUI treatment. She talks about her current symptoms and Laura goes over all of the possible early pregnancy symptoms and how those can sometimes be, or be confused for, cycle symptoms too.
Laura also goes through how to optimize our cycle: how to eat, exercise and use our brains through each of the the 4 stages of the cycle, so we can better support our bodies and hormones through the shifts, whether you are trying to conceive or not.
A great educational, and emotional episode, tune in!
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In this episode we respond to your questions; a fun way to get to know us more with personal and emotional questions, get specific educational information, and get sneak peeks of what is to come later in this roller coaster of a season!
Some of the questions we get back to:
- Does Remi feel worried about sharing your journey before knowing the outcome?
- How to overcome the fear of labor?
- Is 40 too old to have a kid?
- How to know if your OB is a good one?
- Differences between a midwife and a doula?
- Is it possible to track ovulation if I don't have my period back yet?
- Did Remi's insurance cover ANY fertility treatment and how much has she paid?
Tune in for all of these answers and much more.
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In this episode Remi explains her first medical treatment and we discuss and compare all the different options to conceive: naturally, IUI and IVF.
Laura also explains how her two trying to conceive experiences were, and both Remi and Laura get into how they see the future of their families, how many kids they want and the gender/s they envision.
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Remi opens up about why she needs help trying to conceive.
Plus fertility tips when trying to conceive and how to optimize your body for conception and understanding when it's a good time to ask for help!
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In this episode you will get to know us, how we met, how our friendship evolved through the years, and why we are here today starting this podcast.
You will also find out why Remi is embarking in this motherhood journey, and how Laura can help on a professional and personal level.
Hit play and catch up!
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