EP99 | Empowering Moms: Educate and Elevate with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Kristen Finnell

In this episode of the Revitalized Womanhood podcast, I'm joined by Kristen Finnell, a neonatal nurse practitioner, while I'm in my 35th week of pregnancy! Kristen talks about her journey from labor and delivery nursing to focusing on neonatal care, and how her own pregnancies changed her perspective. We chat about the differences in support systems between the UK and the US, the importance of getting enough rest after giving birth, and how every childbirth experience is unique. Kristen also answers questions from the community about common pregnancy issues like girdle pain, hip pain, and safe co-sleeping. No matter if this is your first baby or you're a seasoned mom, you'll find some great advice and tips in this episode. Chapters: 01:42 Kristen's Journey to Neonatal Nursing 04:36 Experiences in London and Postpartum Care 08:48 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care for New Moms 18:51 Balancing Baby's Needs and Parental Intuition 23:09 Safe Sleep Practices and Controversies 27:39 Navigating Information Overload as a New Mom 29:23 The Importance of a Supportive Birth Coach 31:48 Personal Birth Experiences and Mental Preparation 34:34 Flexibility and Adaptability in Birth Plans 37:40 Communicating Birth Plans with Nurses 42:15 Addressing Pregnancy Discomforts 53:16 Final Thoughts and Resources ____________________________________ Connect with Kristen Finnell online: https://www.instagram.com/from_onemothertoanother/ ___________________________________ Connect with us on all social media platforms! ✅ Facebook: / revitalizedwomanhood ✅ Instagram: / revitalizedwomanhood ✅ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kO4VA9...