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Pregnancy Pearls
Dr. Plenty, is a double board-certified OB/GYN and high risk pregnancy expert. She's brilliant, well-researched with a great bedside manor.... but she is a little feisty and will "tell it like it is". Growing tired of seeing complications in pregnancy that could have been prevented, she wanted a way to help women empower themselves through knowledge so they can advocate for themselves. This quest to educate women birthed this podcast.
Episodes
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What condoms DON'T protect against
This week, Dr. Plenty discusses an important women's health topic that we all need to know about, pregnant or not, and that's which STIs condoms don't protect…
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Pump and Dump
If you're closely approaching your delivery date or recently delivered, I know you're looking forward to indulging in a a glass of wine. However, most things…
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When Should I Take Maternity Leave?
Maternity leave is taking leave from work to prepare to be a mom. Everyone’s different when it comes to taking leave. Some women choose to work until they…
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Flip the Baby
If you're pregnant and your baby is not head down at the end of the pregnancy, you have two choices for delivery: 1. Flip the Baby -or- 2. Have a C-section. If…
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Yoni Steaming
Yoni steaming, also known as vaginal steaming, is a spa remedy used for vaginal cleansing. It’s also thought to help with menstrual cramps, digestive issues…
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Braxton Hicks
Braxton contractions are a tightening of the uterus that comes and goes in preparation for the birthing process. In other words, they are contractions, but…
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Irish Twins
""Irish twins"" refers to having two babies 12months apart or less. Basically, this means that a patient got pregnant when the previous child was approximately…
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Thank God I'm Pregnant... But Is This Normal?
As we reflect on all that we've been blessed with this year, many of you are thankful for your new bundles of joy on the way. However, although you're…
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My Water Broke!
Every November Prematurity Awareness Month is observed, with World Prematurity Day being recognized globally on the 17th. One common reason for a preterm…
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Sex During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?
Many people have questions about the safety of sex in pregnancy but might be afraid or too embarrassed to ask. Well, this episode addresses all of those…
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Don't Forget About the Flu
Over the pandemic, the number of people sick from the flu has drastically decreased due to hand washing and wearing face masks. However, with restriction…
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Lady Lumps: Breast Cancer Awareness
It’s the end of October, so we can’t forget to acknowledge Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So, on this week’s episode, we talk facts about breast cancer, how…
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Sickle Cell Anemia in Pregnancy
Sickle cell anemia, also called sickle cell disease, is an inherited condition that causes sickling of red blood cells. These sickled cell aren’t able to carry…
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Pampering in Pregnancy
Whether you have a high risk pregnancy or not, if you admit it, by the end of pregnancy you're miserable and trying to find some relief of pelvic pressure. I…
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One Drink Too Many
We know you’ve heard that alcohol isn’t safe in pregnancy. But do you really know the impact of even one drink in pregnancy? To discuss the topic of alcohol…
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Pregnancy Brain
Many of you might have noticed that your memory is a little foggy or that your thought process is kinda off during pregnancy. If you've never been pregnant…
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What Are My Options?
About 15% of couples experience infertility, which is defined as actively trying to conceive for a year without success. What should you do if this is you? To…
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The ""P"" Word
In this week's episode, Dr. Plenty discusses the ""p"" word, meaning your period. Your period, or menstrual cycle, should be normal to ensure that you're…
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Endometriosis
Do you have painful menstrual cycles, issues getting pregnant, or pain with sexual intercourse? If you do, you could possibly have endometriosis. A growing…
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How Long Does it Take
Some of you might be trying to get pregnant and getting frustrated because you think it might be taking longer than you anticipated. Well, getting pregnant…
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Getting Ready
Welcome back to Season 2 of Pregnancy Pearls Podcast!! This week, Dr. Plenty talks about what you need to do to ""get ready"" for your next pregnancy. By…
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Postpartum Swelling
Swelling of the legs and feet after delivery is very normal. But is there ever a time when swelling can be too much or a bad sign? Well, check out this episode…
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Soft Markers: ""My Baby’s Neck Is Thick""
One of the strongest indications that there might be something going on with your baby is whether the skin behind the neck is thick. In the first trimester…
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Soft Markers: Single Umbilical Artery
Every pregnant woman should get an ultrasound to look at their baby’s structures at approximately 18-20 weeks. During that ultrasound, not only are your baby’s…
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Soft makers: Dilated Kidneys
Some babies with chromosomal abnormalities can look completely normal on ultrasound. So, as a high risk pregnancy physician, I look for what’s called soft…
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Neonatal Jaundice
Neonatal Jaundice, also known as hyperbilirubinemia, is a yellow discoloration of the white parts of the eyes and skin found in newborn babies due to high…
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Bleeding After Birth
In this week's podcast episode, Dr. Plenty discusses bleeding after birth and miscarriages. Dr. Plenty breaks down the definition of lochia and its types as…
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The 4th Trimester
Every mother and their newborn will go through adjustments as they transition from pregnancy to the postpartum period. During this time, both mom and baby must…
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I Got The Blues
On this week's episode of the podcast, we discuss postpartum blues, depression, psychosis, and other mood disorders affecting pregnancy and the postpartum…
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PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS is a condition that affects a woman's hormone levels leading to prolonged or infrequent periods and excess male hormone…
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Not All Moms are Women
In this week’s podcast episode, Dr. Plenty responds to questions about challenges of being non-binary and wanting children. She addresses assumptions made by…
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My Neck My Back
Ever wonder if the pains you’re feeling during your pregnancy are normal? Pregnancy is not necessarily a painless experience. Listen as Dr. Plenty discusses…
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Delayed cord clamping: Is that really a thing?
Due to your feedback, on this week's podcast episode, Dr. Plenty talks all about delayed cord clamping. During the episode, she defines what's considered…
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Who Gets the Stitch
Ever wonder what can be done to reduce the risk of some preterm deliveries? Well, this week, Dr. Plenty discusses one of the causes of preterm deliveries…
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Get the Baby Out
Listen as Dr. Plenty breaks down common and not-so-common reasons one might need to be delivered early. Some women might hesitate to be delivered for fear of…
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Postpartum Body Positivity
Yes, you had a baby, and your body has changed. You might have had a baby 2 weeks ago or even 2 years ago, but your body is still going through changes because…
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STI's & Pregnancy
In this week’s episode, Dr. Plenty discussed sexually transmitted infections (aka STIs) and how they can impact pregnancy. She even breaks down which ones…
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To Doula or Not to Doula
Ever wonder if you should have a doula for your pregnancy? A doula is a professional that provides continuous emotional and physical support, comfort, and…
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Could It Be Implantation Spotting?
Listen as Dr. Plenty explains the timing of implantation spotting and other causes of vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Dealing With A Difficult Diagnosis: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
We all want our pregnancies to be perfect. But, what do you do when you're told that your baby has an abnormality? How should you handle it? Our expert guest…
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35 and beyond
If you're 35yo or older and want to have your first or an additional child, I know you've heard these terms before: ""elderly gravida"", ""geriatric…
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Insomnia
For many of us, pregnancy is a time for increased hours of sleep. This makes sense because it takes a ton of energy to grow a tiny human. On the contrary, some…
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Skin
On this week's podcast episode, Dr. Plenty is joined by the renowned Dr. DiAnne Davis, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist in Dallas, TX at North Dallas…
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Jump start your child’s financial success
This week, Dr. Plenty is joined by financial expert & founder of Premier Peak Consulting services, Ashley Holston, to discuss ways to set your child up for…
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Can’t Stop the Itch
There are several reasons for itching in pregnancy, but the one for which you should be evaluated is cholestasis of pregnancy. Listen as Dr. Plenty gives…
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Ectopic pregnancy
In this week’s episode, Dr. Plenty talks about ectopic pregnancies. Listen as she reviews the symptoms of an ectopic and how this pregnancy complication is…
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Why lose weight before pregnancy?
In this week's episode, we discuss what we really don't want to talk about... and that's weight. Obesity can lead to issues with fertility and cause…
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VBAC or repeat C-section... that is the question
On this week's episode, Dr. Plenty discusses the pros and cons of a trial of labor after C-section (TOLAC, which if successful is called a VBAC) versus just…
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The Juggling Act: Managing Career & Motherhood
On this week's episode, special guest, Nikki Branch aka Nikki for the Culture, trailblazer behind Women for the Culture, talks with Dr. Plenty about how she…
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Selfcare is not selfish
Most people equate self care to making time for hair appointments and manicures. Well, it's more than just that! Selfcare is actually extremely important in…
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A Healthier You
On this week's episode, Dr. Plenty and lifestyle medicine expert, Dr. Jade Norris, discuss ways we, as women, can live a more active, healthier life. The…
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Pregnancy Myths
Have you ever wondered if that advice your mom or grandmother gave you was really true? Well, in this week's episode, Dr. Plenty addresses common and…
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Morning Sickness
Dr. Plenty discusses morning sickness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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COVID-19 Vaccine: Yea or Nay?
Dr. Plenty, and special guest Dr. Tiffany Tonismae, a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist practicing in Tampa, FL, have an in-depth discussion about the pros…
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Are you ready for a baby?
How do you know when it's the right time to have your first or next baby? Is your health optimal? Are you mentally prepared for pregnancy? Are your medications…
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Men Need to Heal, Too
James Harris, author of Man Just Express Yourself and founder of the Men To Heal movement, joins Dr. Plenty to discuss pregnancy and infant loss and ways men…
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Conquering Crohn's
Dr. Plenty and special guest, Melodie Narain-Blackwell, founder of Color of Crohn's and Chronic Illness, Inc. (COCCI), discuss the impact of Crohn's disease on…
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Holiday Travel
Listen up as Dr. Plenty gives advice on how to stay safe from COVID-19 during the holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sugar diabetes
In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, Dr. Plenty gives details about different types of diabetes and how it affects pregnancy. She also breaks down…
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You're someone's momma now: Postpartum breastfeeding & Sex
Dr. Plenty and special guest, Dr. Kim Harris, one of the most popular OB/GYNs in Indianapolis, IN, discuss the challenges of juggling breastfeeding and getting…