The Birth Link
By Colette Wagholikar, RN
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Episodes: 46
Description
Welcome to The Birth Link, where we dive into the overwhelming and transformative experience of pregnancy, addressing your biggest fears, concerns, and need for connection among expecting mothers. I’m your host, Colette, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of two. This podcast is here to connect you with a community of fellow moms, expert advice, and reliable medical information.
Each episode is designed to empower you with personal stories, practical tips, and the latest medical insights to help you make confident, informed decisions throughout your birthing journey.
Tune into The Birth Link to embrace your inner strength, find your voice, gain support, build connections, and navigate the beautiful process of bringing new life into the world.
Stay connected on Instagram @thebirthlinkpodcast or at https://thebirthlinkpodcast.com
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45. Ergonomics and Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy, Don't Wait for a Problem, Prevent it! With OT/PT Trapti Agarwal
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Jan 14, 2026 |
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44. Maternity Care in the Hospital, a Service Industry or Just a Medical Emergency?
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Dec 22, 2025 |
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43. Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Fertility with Nicole Lange
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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42. Meet Your OB Hospitalist! with Dr Hart and Dr Fashho
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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41. What Is a Nurse To Do?! Navigating the Challenges of Hospital Births with Cassandra RN
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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40. An Uncensored Conversation with Keira Welsh on Doulas Advocating In the Hospital
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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39. From Military Nurse to Birth Body Work with Marya Ellifie: Fascia, Structural Integration, and Improved Labor Support
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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38. When Birth Plans Change: Mastering the Art of the PIVOT with Dawn Hancock
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Aug 18, 2025 |
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37. Maternity Leave Without the Stress: Income, Rights, and Strategy with Shelly Yehuda
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Aug 04, 2025 |
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36. What Evidence Based Really Means, How Social Media and Maternal Disparities Influence Birth With Sharon Jensen-Cody Aka Doula Diligence
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Jul 21, 2025 |
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35. Taking Control: How Knowledge Shapes Your Birth with The Smart Doula
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Jul 07, 2025 |
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34. Tips To Improve Your Breastfeeding Experience with Amber Ginn
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Jun 16, 2025 |
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33. When Advocacy Costs Your Job: My Story of Standing Up in Labor & Delivery
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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32. Casey’s Birth Story: Turning Trauma Into a Movement of Support and Advocacy
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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31. Pitocin In Labor - How To Manage Respectfully
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May 27, 2025 |
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30. Beyond the Baby Blues: An Insightful Discussion on Perinatal Mental Health with Dr. Emily Guarnotta
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May 19, 2025 |
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29. My Water Broke! Understanding Amniotic Fluid's Crucial Role in Pregnancy and Brith
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May 12, 2025 |
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28. Why We Are Concerned with Gestational Diabetes: A Discussion with Sara Alayev, RN
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May 05, 2025 |
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27. Mastering the Pushing Stage: Tips and Techniques to Improve You Pushing and Decrease Tearing
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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26. C-section to Home Birth: Dr Emily’s Birth Story
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Feb 24, 2025 |
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25. Navigating Sex and Intimacy During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Sex Coach Kaci
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Feb 10, 2025 |
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24. Fear Based Narratives in Birth and How to Get Past Them with Clara O’Rourke
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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23. Building Your Perfect Birth TEAM: A Conversation with Jill Magoffin
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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22. Second Stage of Labor: You’re 10 cm, Now What?!
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Dec 16, 2024 |
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21. Sara G’s Birth Story: Preventing Birth Trauma and Navigating the Hospital System
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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20. How To Create an Effective Birth Plan Without Feeling Overwhelmed
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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19. What is Hypnobirth and Why It’s Right For You with Lynsey
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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18. Erythromycin and Your Newborn: Making the Decision
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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17. Healing in Parenthood with Psychedelic Integration and IFS with Mendy McNulty
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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16. Vitamin K and The Newborn: Making a Decision When It Feels Like the Decision Has Been Made For You
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Nov 04, 2024 |
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15. Mental Health Changes During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Shoshie Askren
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Oct 28, 2024 |
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14. Beyond the Clock: Exploring the Pros and Cons of the Golden Hour
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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13. Prepare for Breastfeeding Success During Pregnancy with Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC
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Oct 14, 2024 |
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12. Placenta Encapsulation: History, Evidence, and Current Practices
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Oct 07, 2024 |
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11. Why Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is Essential During Pregnancy with Dr. Rachael Cappuccino
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Sep 30, 2024 |
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10. Pitocin to Prevent Postpartum Hemorrhage, History and Current Practices
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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9. Newborn Sleep and Feeding Tips with Melanie Wachsman Bingham
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Sep 16, 2024 |
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8. Episiotomies: History, Evidence and Current Practices
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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7. Losing Weight as Women, During Pregnancy, Postpartum and Over 40 with Cynthia Ray
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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6. What Are Your Options: Cord Blood Banking, Cord Milking, or Delayed Clamping?
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Aug 26, 2024 |
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5. Protecting Our Pelvis in Pregnancy and Beyond with Dr Joselyn Rodriguez
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Aug 19, 2024 |
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4. Understanding Delayed Cord Clamping: History, Evidence, and Current Practices
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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3. Delivering in the Car: Sara’s Unexpected Birth Story
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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2. Baby Massage with Dr. Penny Hicks and the Story Behind the APGAR Score
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Jul 29, 2024 |
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1. Finding MY Voice and Alexis’ Birth Journey
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Jul 22, 2024 |
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The Birth Link is Coming Soon!
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Jul 16, 2024 |