Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 14 to 16: Tips, Health, and Emotional Well-being | 102

Trish Ware, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of seven, guides listeners through the 14th to 16th weeks of pregnancy, offering insights into the exciting physical and emotional changes expectant mothers can expect during this second trimester. Join the Calm Mama Membership:  labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!She emphasizes the importance of self-care, comfort, and mental health during this stage. Trish provides practical advice on maternity wear, dealing with body image issues, and the significance of prenatal appointments. She also discusses the baby's development during these weeks, including the beginning of quickening, and shares a personal story to highlight the emotional impact of feeling the baby's first movements. Trish emphasizes the value of connecting with other moms-to-be and advocating for oneself during prenatal visits. This episode is packed with tips for a healthy pregnancy, from nutrition to exercise, and encourages women to cherish every moment of their pregnancy journey.01:59 Entering the Second Trimester: Changes and Expectations05:06 Body Image and Emotional Health During Pregnancy08:48 Baby's Growth and Development: Weeks 14 to 1611:08 Prenatal Appointments and Advocacy12:22 Tips and Tricks for a Healthy Pregnancy13:04 The Importance of Self-Care During PregnancyResources: 🎙 FREE Birth Workshop: 3 Secrets to a Confident Birth! 🎙Want to feel prepared and in control? Watch my free workshop now!Connect w/ Trish: On InstagramOn FacebookOn YouTubeOn Pinterest On TikTokFor more pregnancy & birth education, subscribe to The Birth Experience on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Next Steps with LNM:If you are ready to invest in your pregnancy & postpartum journey, you are in the right place. I would love to take your hand and support you in your virtual labor room!If you are ready to dive into a birth class and have your best and most powerful birth story, then Calm Labor Confident Birth or The VBAC Lab is your next step.If you have a scheduled cesarean, take our Belly Birth Masterclass and own that experience.If you are a newly pregnant mama or just had the babe, you want to join our private pregnancy and postpartum membership, Calm Mama Society.Remember, my advice is not medical advice. Always discuss what you learn with your team. See my Disclaimer here! Also, We make a small commission from some of the links (you don’t pay any more for using our links); however some of the recommendations, we do not earn anything; we love ’em and want you to know about them.