Pregnancy Unpacked Week 34: Baby's Breathing Milestone + Hospital Bag Checklist | 192

Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with Trish, your favorite labor nurse and birth coach. If you're at 34 weeks, we're getting super close! Trish is getting into the significance of week 34: recognizing preterm labor signs, what essentials you need to pack in your hospital bag, and how your baby's development (now the size of a butternut squash!) this week is crucial for lung development and overall growth. Join the Calm Mama Membership:  labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!She also talks about your body’s changes, from feeling intense shortness of breath to experiencing stronger Braxton Hicks contractions. Remember to trust your body, stay hydrated, and prepare confidently for the upcoming weeks. Until next week, trust your instincts and keep rocking this journey!Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Pregnancy Unpacked00:57 Welcome Back and Week 34 Overview01:57 Baby's Development at 34 Weeks03:11 Mama's Changes and Symptoms04:47 Preterm Labor Signs and What to Do06:23 Packing Your Hospital Bag08:42 Preparing for Birth and Postpartum10:56 Final Thoughts and Next Week's PreviewMore from Pregnancy Unpacked:Pregnancy Unpacked Week 33: What to Expect & Third Trimester Tips | 190Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 31–32: Baby Growth, Body Changes + What to Prepare Next | 188Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 29–30: VBAC Birth Story, Baby Growth + Third Trimester | 186More from this episode:Third Trimester Prep PackJoin the #1 Birth Course for Confident Birth!Over 15,000 women have used our classes to prepare for birth with the knowledge and tools provided by a Labor Nurse.💻 Self-paced and lifetime access👩🏻‍⚕️ Perfect for all births- hospital, birth center, or home!🎧 Includes birth meditations and prayers. 🌍 Women all over the world have loved our classes. ✅ Start nowJoin The Birthpod ™ course Join The Calm Labor Confident Birth CourseConnect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn YouTubeFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services