The Second Trimester Isn't Just the Easy Trimester: Here's What's Really Happening | 257

Everyone calls the second trimester the "honeymoon phase" - but if you're in it right now and not feeling blissful and glowing, you are not doing it wrong. In this episode, Trish is pulling back the curtain on what's actually happening in your body during weeks 13 through 27, because comfortable does not mean uneventful.Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!In this episode, Trish covers:Why the second trimester gets its reputation - and where that falls shortWhat your baby is actually doing in there (fingerprints, thumb sucking, and yes… peeing)What to expect at your anatomy scan and why it's one of the most important appointments of your entire pregnancyThe physical changes in your body that catch people off guard - nosebleeds, bleeding gums, heart palpitations, and round ligament painWhat early fetal movement feels like and when to mention changes to your providerGestational diabetes screening, cervical length, and signs of preterm labor you should knowThe emotional side of the anatomy scan that nobody talks about enoughThe second trimester is beautiful — but it's not a time to coast. The more you understand what's actually happening, the more present and prepared you can be for everything ahead.Mentioned in this episode:Grab the Second Trimester Prep Pack Listen to more Second Trimester episodes:Navigating Your 20-Week Anatomy Scan with Confidence | 150 Second Trimester Pregnancy: What To Expect | 3111 Things to Do During the Second Trimester of Pregnancy | 82Second Trimester Pregnancy Testing | 165 Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Second Trimester02:17 Baby Development04:46 Round Ligament Pain05:30 Feeling Baby Move06:25 Key Screenings07:34 Preterm Labor Signs08:18 Anatomy Scan 09:41 Second Trimester ResourcesJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love 🤍⭐ Download immediately ⭐App available ⭐Life-time access⭐Connect 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