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The Birth Nurses
by Shaina Brickner and Liz Wade
We are 2 labor and delivery nurses in Los Angeles, CA. On this podcast, we discuss all things birth, babies, breastfeeding, and beyond! We're getting behind the scenes of the nursing world--what makes us as nurses tick and how we can help you have a smoother experience in labor and delivery. Our goal is to provide education for patients-to-be as well as L&D nurses trying to navigate their way through providing care for patients in one of the most intimate (and sometimes scary) times of their life! Follow us on Instagram and DM to chatinstagram.com/preparentedinstagram.com/birthnurseliz
Episodes
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113 Endurance for Your Baby's Crying
At first glance, you may think "Shaina and Liz are mean! Why should I have endurance for my baby crying??" But please, listen and give it a chance. My intention is to normalize that babies cry to communicate. It doesn't mean you're doing something wrong. There is a learning curve with figuring…
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112 Thoughts about PPD and Lindsay Clancy
Given the current news stories, it's right for us to discuss Postpartum Depression and psychosis and the current healthcare system. What can we do better as healthcare providers? We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For…
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111 Setting Goals and AI - Miscellaneous Thoughts
In this episode, Shaina has a couple miscellaneous things on her mind-- how your mindset impacts your "success" in birth and breastfeeding and AI. Listen for more questions than answers. We'd love to hear from you! We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact…
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110 Patient Autonomy
Liz and Shaina explore one of the foundational concepts of ethical nursing care: patient autonomy -- their right to have informed consent and make decisions for their healthcare. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For…
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109 L&D Latching
Shaina gives her top tips for how a labor and delivery nurse can help their patients with latching their baby in the L&D room. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more information about us, our businesses, and the...
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108 Managing Emergencies
TRIGGER WARNING: in this episode, we discuss birth emergencies which sometimes lead to fetal or maternal mortality. From an L&D nurse's perspective, Liz discusses expectations and improvements for nurses and obstetricians during an emergency scenario. We invite you to email us, DM us on…
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107 You don't have to be afraid of your baby!
In this episode, Liz and Shaina discuss the patterns they're seeing in new parents: anxiety and fear about doing something wrong instead of playing with their baby and being confident in caring for a newborn. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and...
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106 Postpartum Care and the Nursing "shortage"/crisis
In this episode, Liz, who is on the bargaining team and represents her nursing union, discusses the challenges that nurses face especially in the postpartum unit. She also gives you, our listeners, some action points for questions to ask and how to set realistic expectations for your postpartum...
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105 D-MER. When Breastfeeding is the Source of Dread
D-MER or Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex is a condition where the let down reflex, which typically causes feelings of love and bonding toward your baby, has the opposite effect and makes you feel a sense of dread. There are varying intensities/severities of this condition and it is rare, but we...
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104 - Review of THE PITT episode with the obstetrics scene
Have you watched The Pitt? We, especially Liz, are fans! BUT there were some problems with the episode that had the obstetrics scene in the ER. Take a listen to find out what they were. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts....
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103 Bottle Refusal-- what it is and what to do about it!
Shaina discusses how in her practice recently she has seen an uptick in babies refusing bottles! As an IBCLC, she talks about why this might happen, how to prevent it, and what to do if you're dealing with this problem. She also shares her views on pacifier use. We invite you to email us, DM us…
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102 "Wait, What did you say?" -- The dangerous side of social media
We took an entire episode to unpack an instagram post. Yep, you heard that right! We read an upsetting thing on a social media post and wanted to set the record straight! Listen to this short episode to hear our side of the story. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other...
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101 Atoosa Benji -- Interview with Midwife and Doula Trainer
What a treat for us to interview Atoosa Benji! She is a prominent part of the birth community in Los Angeles because of her compassion, cultural awareness, and expertise in birth. Even though we don't usually do long episodes like this, we'd love for you to listen all the way to the end! You…
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100 Maternal Mental Health-- Interview with Mincy Moody, Part 2
Here's part 2 of our interview with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Mincy Moody. This episode focuses on medications, obstetrics + mental health, PPD and PPA screening tools, advocating for yourself and your friends/family during postpartum, and insurance coverage for mental health services. You…
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099 Maternal Mental Health --Interview with Minci Moody, Part 1
In this episode, Liz and Shaina interviewed Mincy Moody, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner about maternal mental health. The landscape is changing for the better in this category and we're so excited about the resources available to new parents! Check out this episode, and to learn more about…
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098 Antidepressants and Breastfeeding
This episode is all about answering the question: is it safe to breastfeed and take antidepressants? Shaina and Liz discuss this and go through an important research article too. Read it for yourself here. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3267169/ We invite you to email us, DM us on...
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097 Antidepressants in Pregnancy. Are they safe?
Liz and Shaina discuss the prevalence of clients taking antidepressants in pregnancy as well as the protocols and standards of care practiced at the hospital when a baby is born to a mom who has been on antidepressants. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to...
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096 Interview with Midwife Naomi Drucker, Los Angeles Midwives
This episode has been a long time coming! Liz and Shaina interviewed midwife Naomi Drucker of the Los Angeles Midwives. She explains her journey to becoming a midwife and what it would look like if you chose to work with her for your prenatal care and giving birth. Take a listen and check out her...
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095 Tests After Baby Is Born
Sometimes lab tests are run AFTER the baby is born to determine what happened during birth, especially if there was an unexpected illness or the baby had fetal distress. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more...
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094 Does AI have a place in Birth and Breastfeeding?
AI....we're all trying to figure out how it can enhance our lives or perhaps negatively impact our lives. Liz and Shaina discuss what they WOULD use AI for and what they would NOT use AI for. Take a listen and let them know what you think. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find…
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093 Postpartum Things...(A Pain in the Butt)! Everything you ever needed to know about Hemorrhoids
Has there ever been a podcast episode about hemorrhoids? If not, then this is the first one you'll listen to! This is a common postpartum occurrence, so Shaina and Liz are discussing this pain in the butt topic. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us…
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092 Nurse Strikes-- the RN kind ;)
When there's inappropriate staffing or unfair compensation at a hospital, unionized nurses may strike outside of their hospital. Liz explains so well in this episode what it means when there's a nursing strike. Why does it happen? What accommodations are made for it? How is it executed? What does...
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091 Nursing Strikes--The Baby Kind ;)
Shaina explains that some babies will refuse to breastfeed, also known as a "nursing strike." She talks about why this happens and what to do about it if it happens to you! We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more...
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090 Reminder: What nurses do
Perhaps we're feeling a bit underappreciated?? But nevertheless, we wanted to talk about all the things your labor and delivery nurse is doing while you're in labor and giving birth in the hospital setting. This is also a great episode for a new nurse to understand the tasks and responsibilities...
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089 Be Our Guest
Are you a patient or a guest at the hospital? Liz and Shaina discuss this new vernacular that is entering the hospital world and their thoughts/ feelings about it! We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more information...
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088 Violence/Safety in the Workplace
What better way to start off the new year than with an episode about workplace violence!! Ha! Liz and Shaina discuss how nurses currently deal with violence at work as well as keeping you (the patient) and the nurse safe. But is it the best way? Listen to this episode and let us know what you...
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087 Our Holiday Wish List
With a little bit of sass ;) Shaina and Liz say what they wish for this holiday season. Maybe you can give them something on their wish list!! Take a listen and see for yourself. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For…
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086 MASTITIS dun dun DUN!
The holiday season is amongst us, which means if you're lactating, you may be at risk for mastitis. Listen to this episode (and take notes!) to know how to combat clogged ducts, mastitis, and sickness in general this season. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to...
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085 Ultimately, All About Ultrasounds
Liz and Shaina use research to discuss the routine use of ultrasounds and if frequent ultrasounds are necessary or perhaps harmful for the pregnant mom. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more information about us…
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084 Does Your Nurse Have the Skillzzz??
In this episode, Liz and Shaina discuss their ongoing education and certifications needed to maintain their nursing licenses. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more information about us, our birth education…
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083 Nurse chat/Informed consent.
This one is for the nurses! But even as a patient or future patient in Labor and Delivery, it's helpful to know what your nurse is thinking about and having to deal with behind the scenes. Shaina and Liz do a broad sweep chat about inductions, ultrasounds, a patient's relationship with their...
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082 Gadgets and Tools, and Apps, Oh My!
In this episode, Shaina and Liz discuss the ever-growing market of baby gadgets, tools, and apps that new parents buy or are tempted to buy. Listen to their perspectives on what is necessary and what might just be superfluous or anxiety-producing. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or...
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081 The "C" word: Colic
Has anyone ever "diagnosed" your baby with Colic? News flash! Colic is NOT a diagnosis. It's a symptom. There's likely something else going on. Shaina and Liz discuss what that possibly could be and perhaps this will empower you to dig deeper and become a detective for your baby. Referenced Dr....
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080 The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Insurance Coverage for Lactation
Shaina discusses with Liz what it looks like to accept insurance for lactation services. There are many positive things about this, of course! But Shaina also discusses how there are also some ugly parts about insurance. What specific things should you look for and what questions should you ask…
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079 Postpartum Support- Who is right for you and your family?
Liz and Shaina care SO MUCH about postpartum support. There are many options for who you hire/invite into your home. How do you know who is right for you? Listen to this episode to learn about different types of people who can support you and your family after you give birth. And check out the…
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078 Trigger Words in Labor and Delivery and Breastfeeding
There are certain words in the birth and breastfeeding world that are triggering, right?! Liz and Shaina talk about each of those words and strategies for dealing with the triggering nature of them. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us…
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077 Expectations in the delivery room. What's realistic for YOU?
Recently, we've noticed that some unrealistic expectations have been creeping into our client's minds in regards to what their birth story will look like. How do you adjust your mindset to be appropriate for the most unpredictable day of your life? Listen to this episode to hear some of Liz's and...
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076 Precipitous Birth. How fast can labor ACTUALLY be?
You've probably heard a story or two of someone giving birth in 2-3 hours start to finish, but are they ACTUALLY telling the truth? Listen to Liz and Shaina discuss precipitous birth in this episode. Did this happen to you?? We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to...
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075 Bottle Feeding a Breastfed baby
Shaina, IBCLC (lactation consultant) explains her top tips for introducing a bottle and maintaining a baby's bottle feeding skills who is primarily breastfed. Listen up! We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or find some other way to contact us and tell us your thoughts. For more...
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074 All about Oxytocin--the hormone and the medication
Liz and Shaina discuss all the ways that oxytocin affects your labor. How do you encourage your natural oxytocin? What necessitates synthetic oxytocin (pitocin) to be used in labor? Take a listen to this episode and you'll learn all the things. We invite you to email us, DM us on instagram, or…
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073 Nipple Pain OUCH! Why it happens and How to deal!
Shaina Brickner, the resident lactation consultant of The Birth Nurses, discusses the not-so-pleasant subject of nipple pain as it pertains to breastfeeding. If you're planning to breastfeed or in the thick of it now, listen to this episode to learn more about what you can do about nipple pain....
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072 Behind the Scenes of Labor and Delivery: Acuity and Staffing
Nurses talking about Nursing. In this episode, Liz and Shaina give a sneak peak of the behind the scenes on the labor and delivery unit. They discuss the factors that determine how many patients a nurse will have based on acuity. Acuity in the clinical/nursing world means the severity of a...
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071 Deep Dive Into Induction of Labor
If you are thinking of being induced or already have an induction planned and scheduled, LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE FIRST! It's one of our longest episodes because we want you to have all the information about what it's like to have your labor medically induced (started for you). We invite you to…
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070 I just don't want to get sued! Interview with Attorney and Author Gina Mundy
Calling all L&D NURSES!! Listen to this episode!! Gina Mundy is an attorney who specializes in childbirth cases. She defends the labor and delivery nurses or OBGYNs being prosecuted, and she is the author of "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth," which serves to help parents have a healthy…
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069 Birth Bit: C-Section Recovery
As most of you know, Liz is currently working as a full-time staff labor and delivery nurse. With her years of experience, she shares everything you need to know about recovering from a c-section. This is a follow-up episode to C-Section Prep #63. Shaina interjects some tidbits about…
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068 Breastfeeding Bit: LOW MILK SUPPLY
We've talked about over-producers, but what about those who struggle to make enough milk? There is always a reason, and that's the main takeaway from this episode--we don't want you to settle for not knowing WHY you have low milk supply. Listen to this episode to uncover the various reasons why...
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067 The Partner's Part in L&D
This is probably the most awaited episode in this series! What should your partner be doing while you're in labor? In this episode, Liz and Shaina talk about all the ways your partner can, not just "help," but PARTICIPATE in your labor and birth experience. Of course there are varying approaches…
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066 The Partner's Part in 3rd Trimester, with guest Isaac Brickner
This was a VERY special episode because Shaina's husband Isaac joins the show to talk about how he supported Shaina in the 3rd trimester of her pregnancies. Listen closely partners because Isaac drops some gold nuggets on self-sacrifice and loving your partner well. We invite you to email us, DM…
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065 The Partner's Part in 1st and 2nd Trimesters of Pregnancy
We talk so much about what to expect during the birth process, but what about pregnancy?! And what about how your partner can help? This episode zooms in on the 1st and 2nd trimesters of pregnancy and how your partner can take part in it. Do yourself (and us) a favor by sharing this episode with...
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064 Breastfeeding Bit: Tongue Ties
This may be a new topic for you or maybe you've heard people talk about it like it's a "fad." In this episode, Shaina Brickner IBCLC (lactation consultant) discusses tethered oral tissues and how it impacts breastfeeding. Would you consider supporting us on Spotify? Any amount helps us continue...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are 2 labor and delivery nurses in Los Angeles, CA. On this podcast, we discuss all things birth, babies, breastfeeding, and beyond! We're getting behind the scenes of the nursing world--what makes us as nurses tick and how we can help you have a smoother experience in labor and delivery. Our goal is to provide education for patients-to-be as well as L&D nurses trying to navigate their way through providing care for patients in one of the most intimate (and sometimes scary) times of their life! Follow us on Instagram and DM to chatinstagram.com/preparentedinstagram.com/birthnurseliz
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Shaina Brickner and Liz Wade
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