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Which Breast Pump Should You Get? Let’s Break Them All Down | Episode 57
Jun 22, 2026
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11 Things to Know Before You Go Into Labor (That No One Tells You) | Episode 56
Jun 15, 2026
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Plus Size Pregnancy & Birth Truths & Myths with Jen McLellan | Episode 55
Jun 8, 2026
52m 47s
What I Wish I Knew About Baby Sleep Before They Were Born (from a mom of 4) | Episode 54
Jun 1, 2026
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The Truth About Low Milk Supply: What Everyone Needs to Know Before Baby is Born with Kaia Lacey, CLC | Episode 53
May 25, 2026
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| 6/22/26 |  Which Breast Pump Should You Get? Let’s Break Them All Down | Episode 57 | I'm breaking down breast pumps in the most practical, no-fluff way I can, because I think this is one of the most confusing topics in the whole postpartum conversation, and you deserve to actually feel informed. We're talking about the two big categories of pumps - manual and electric - and then we're going deep on all the different types of electric pumps, from your classic double electric to hospital-grade pumps, portables, and wearables.Whether you're a first-time mom who doesn't even know where to start, someone heading back to work who needs to pump multiple times a day, or you're planning to exclusively pump - I want this episode to be the foundation that makes every other pumping conversation make sense. We also get into how to actually choose the right pump for your situation, what your insurance likely covers, when a wearable might not be your best friend, and what to do with your pump before baby even arrives. Because I promise you - the most expensive pump is not always the best pump, and what worked for your best friend might not be what works for you.Mentioned in this episode:Listen to episode #28: Oversupply, Exclusive Pumping & Neurodivergent Lactation with The Oversupply MamaListen to episode #53: The Truth About Low Milk Supply: What Everyone Needs to Know Before Baby is BornHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Which Pump Should You Get?04:14 Manual Pumps Explained06:33 Electric Pumps Basics08:17 Single vs Double Electric Pumps10:49 Hospital-Grade Pumps13:58 Portable vs Wearable Pumps17:06 Wearable Tradeoffs20:27 Choosing Your Pump24:07 Prep and Flange Fit26:36 Reuse and Replace PartsAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:TBB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 6/15/26 | 11 Things to Know Before You Go Into Labor (That No One Tells You) | Episode 56 | I’m giving you 11 quick and essential things I really wish every mama knew before heading to the hospital - whether it's your first baby or your fourth. We're pulling back the curtain on the real-life stuff that doesn't exactly make it into the textbooks, and honestly? That's my favorite kind of episode. From the moment you pull into that parking lot to the moment you're trying to catch a nap postpartum with a revolving door of hospital staff, there are just so many things that can catch you off guard if no one ever tells you about them. And that's exactly what I'm here for.We're covering all of it:The check-in process and how to make it less clunkyWhy you might get sent home (and why that's okay!)When to actually sound the alarm with family and friendsWhy things justtake timeat a hospitalWhether there will even be a room waiting for youThe two-bag strategy I love for your hospital bagWhy you should stay home longer than you thinkWhat your birth partner is and isn't allowed to doHow long you'll actually be there postpartumWhy that car seat needs to be installednowHow to actually get some rest when it feels nearly impossibleMy goal is always the same - to make the unfamiliar familiar so that when any of this shows up for you, you're saying "oh yeah, I knew this might happen" instead of feeling thrown off. Let's get into it!Mentioned in this episode:Grab my Free Third Trimester Prep PackListen to episode 01: Labor Nurse's First Unmedicated Hospital Birth with MidwivesListen to episode 37: Is it Real Labor: Braxton Hicks Contractions, False Labor & Prodromal LaborListen to episode 38: You're Contracting! When Do You Go to the Hospital?Listen to episode 44: What Happens in OB Triage & Will They Send You Home?Helpful Timestamps:00:00 11 Things to Know Before Labor03:04 Check In Can Feel Clunky05:46 OB Triage And Getting Sent Home10:49 Hold Off On Telling Everyone12:42 Everything Takes Longer in the Hospital17:21 Pack Two Hospital Bags20:49 Stay Home Longer23:51 Partner Can Step Out25:11 Postpartum Stays28:05 Car Seat Before Labor30:03 Rest And Cluster CareAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | Plus Size Pregnancy & Birth Truths & Myths with Jen McLellan | Episode 55✨ | plus size pregnancybirth myths+3 | Jen McLellan | Plus Size BirthPlus Mommy Podcast+1 | — | plus size pregnancybirth+5 | — | 52m 47s | |
| 6/1/26 | What I Wish I Knew About Baby Sleep Before They Were Born (from a mom of 4) | Episode 54✨ | baby sleepparenting+3 | — | Safe Sleep Seventhelabormama.com | — | baby sleepparenting tips+3 | YBYBPODCAST | 42m 13s | |
| 5/25/26 | The Truth About Low Milk Supply: What Everyone Needs to Know Before Baby is Born with Kaia Lacey, CLC | Episode 53✨ | low milk supplybreastfeeding+4 | Kaia Lacey | Low Milk Supply FoundationLow Supply Mom+1 | — | low milk supplybreastfeeding challenges+6 | Labor MamaPODCAST | 51m 02s | |
| 5/18/26 | Two Positive, Epidural-Free, Fast Hospital Births when GBS Positive: Alex Neva | Episode 52✨ | unmedicated birthhospital birth+3 | Alex Neva | The Breastfeeding Blueprintwww.thelabormama.com | — | unmedicated birthhospital birth+3 | Your Body, Your BirthPODCAST | 49m 05s | |
| 5/11/26 | Back Labor: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What You Can Do About It | Episode 51✨ | back laborbaby positioning+3 | — | — | — | back laborbaby position+3 | — | 32m 50s | |
| 5/4/26 | Birth Plans vs. Birth Vibes: Real-Life Tips for a Hospital Birth That Feels Good with Jen Hamilton | Episode 50✨ | hospital birthpatient autonomy+4 | Jen Hamilton | American Nurses AssociationBirth Vibes | — | birth plansbirth vibes+5 | — | 59m 27s | |
| 4/27/26 | Birth Prep, Labor, & The Things We Got Right (and Wrong): Q & A with Lo x Kelvin | Episode 49✨ | birth preparationpostpartum+4 | Kelvin | Go the F to SleepYBYB | — | birth preplabor+5 | The Labor MamaPODCAST | 48m 51s | |
| 4/20/26 | Low Milk Supply & Breast Hypoplasia: Emily’s Birth Story & Breastfeeding Challenges | Episode 48✨ | breastfeeding challengesbirth story+5 | EmilyEmily Shapiro | The Labor Mama | — | breastfeedingbirth story+5 | — | 51m 19s | |
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| 4/13/26 | Should You Say Yes to a Membrane Sweep: Pros, Cons, and Things to Know with Lo Mansfield | Episode 47✨ | membrane sweeppregnancy+3 | — | membrane sweepYBYB | — | membrane sweeppregnancy+5 | The Labor MamaPODCAST | 30m 16s | |
| 4/6/26 | Induction Myths & Truths and Why He Chose to Be an OBGYN with Dr. Ahan Hunter | Episode 46✨ | inductionOBGYN+4 | Dr. Ahan Hunter | thelabormama.com | — | inductionOBGYN+6 | YBYBPODCAST | 51m 52s | |
| 3/30/26 | Your Pain Control Options for Labor (It’s Not Just the Epidural!) with Nurse Sydney | Episode 45✨ | pain managementlabor+4 | Nurse Sydney | www.thelabormama.comwww.nursesydney.com | — | pain controllabor+7 | YBYBPODCAST | 59m 32s | |
| 3/23/26 | What Happens in OB Triage & Will They Send You Home? | Episode 44 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this episode, I walk you through what OB triage is, and what actually happens when you show up to OB triage near term for a labor check, leaking fluid concerns, or just that gut feeling something's shifting. Basically, triage is like the hospital's holding space before they decide whether to officially admit you or send you home to keep laboring. You might change into a gown (or not - totally your call), pee in a cup, get your vitals taken, and answer a bunch of questions about contractions, baby's movements, any bleeding, headaches, or vision changes. Then comes at least 20 minutes (sometimes more) of fetal monitoring - an NST - to check how baby's heart rate looks with your contractions and make sure everything's reassuring.The big question they're answering is, “Is it okay for this baby to be born today, and is this real labor that's moving things along?” Trust your intuition - there's zero shame in going in, even if they send you home. It's just a checkpoint in the process, not an emergency, and it's there for exactly these moments. If you're prepping for that third-trimester uncertainty, definitely loop back to the episodes on emotional signposts of labor, the types of contractions, and when to actually go to the hospital (linked below_ - they all build on each other to help you feel more confident about what's happening in your body. You've got this!More from this episode:Listen to Episode 10: The Emotional Signposts of Labor (an Episode for Every Birth Partner to Hear)Listen to Episode 37: Is it Real Labor: Braxton Hicks Contractions, False Labor & Prodromal LaborListen to Episode 38: You're Contracting! When Do You Go to the Hospital?Helpful Timestamps:00:00 What to Expect in OB Triage05:23 What Is OB Triage?06:49 Common Reasons to Go09:20 Full Term Focus11:00 First Steps in Triage14:04 Monitoring and NST17:41 Emotional Signposts20:34 Cervical Exams Explained27:19 Will They Send Me Home?30:42 Wrap Up and ResourcesAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Unplanned Cesarean, Postpartum Anxiety & Rage & Breastfeeding Challenges: Courtney Horton | Episode 43 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Courtney as she opened up about her two birth stories and postpartum experiences. She walked us through the early miscarriage that started their journey, the intense pelvic pain and anatomy challenges that led to a planned C-section with her first (even though she wanted to give her body a chance at vaginal birth), and that raw postpartum spiral of anxiety, supply issues, and the guilt that came when breastfeeding didn’t go the way she’d hoped. Then she took us into her second pregnancy, where she was hoping for a redemptive VBAC, and still ended up with a C-section - but this time she fought for a clear drape so she could watch her baby come into the world.What I loved most about Courtney’s story is how beautifully she holds the “both-and” of it all: the quiet regret of not getting the labor she dreamed of, the breastfeeding rollercoaster that went from eight days to eight months the second time around, and the deep peace she’s found in focusing on what she did get - two healthy boys who are thriving and absolutely obsessed with each other. It’s such a powerful reminder that our birth and feeding stories don’t have to look perfect to be beautiful, and that sometimes the greatest gift is learning to love the version we actually lived. I’m so proud of her for sharing it all so vulnerably - this one’s for every mama who’s ever wondered “what if” and still chose to celebrate what is.More from Courtney:Connect with her on Instagram: @clove_42Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Courtney’s Birth Stories04:33 Early Loss And Hope07:41 Pelvic Pain And Doubts10:12 Choosing A C-Section15:17 Breastfeeding & Postpartum Anxiety23:16 Second Pregnancy Challenges28:54 Anatomy Not Baby Size30:38 Planning A Gentler C-Section37:40 Supply Drop And Triple Feeding40:08 Back To Work Sleep Deprivation43:49 Making Peace With Her Story46:55 Resources And Where To ConnectAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Pregnancy, Postpartum and Writing Through the Motherhood Transformation with Jess Urlichs | Episode 42 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I’m super excited to share my chat with Jess Urlichs - she's an incredible poet and author from New Zealand, mom of three, and her words have had me and so many other mamas out there feel seen and understood. We've "known" each other through the online world for years, and getting to dive deep with her felt like catching up with an old friend. We talked about the wild ride of motherhood - the loneliness that can creep in after the newborn haze, those hard moments like struggling with breastfeeding or deciding to grow your family, and the seasons we go through as our kiddos grow.Jess shared how writing became her therapy, turning those highs and lows into poetry that just hits you right in the feels, reminding us it's okay to not have it all together amid the chaos. Jess opened up about setting boundaries with sharing her kids' stories online, and how her books (seriously, she's got like 17, including the new "They Bloom Because of You" that's all about those evolving mom seasons) help us feel seen and less alone. It was such a vulnerable, heartwarming convo that left me teary-eyed and inspired - if you're a mom navigating the mess and magic, this one's for you!More from Jess Urlichs:Visit JessUrlichs.com for her books and more!Follow her on Instagram: @jessurlichsHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Welcome Jess Urlichs04:19 Finding a Village Online09:03 Hold the Mother Too13:31 Jess’ Feeding Journey16:05 The Myth of ‘Perfect Motherhood’18:58 Deciding on a Third Baby21:46 Postpartum Seasons Shift26:17 Kids Growing Independence32:25 Content Creation Pressure34:08 New Book and Wrap UpAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Hospital Postpartum Care: What to Expect After Delivery and At Home with Kara the Baby Nurse | Episode 41 | Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I sat down with Kara the Baby Nurse and it felt like the real postpartum prep chat every new mom needs. We talked about what her real 12-hour mother-baby shifts actually look like - all the assessments, the nonstop education, how she and her team fight to protect your sleep with those do-not-disturb signs and clustering care - because rest really is medicine for your body and your brain. We got into breastfeeding support, what surprises people the most in those fresh postpartum hours, and how clustering care lets you actually get some rest instead of constant interruptions.Kara also opens up about her own postpartum - she was so prepped for labor and delivery, but had zero prep for what came after, and it was rough. Engorgement, going back to work at six weeks, feeling totally blindsided… it’s why she pours so much into her content now. Her biggest key takeaway: prepare for postpartum like you prepare for birth, advocate for your rest, and know that your mother-baby nurse is in your corner more than you realize. This episode is packed with real talk, practical tips, and so much heart - I hope it leaves you feeling seen and way more ready.More from Kara the Baby Nurse:Follow her on Instagram, TikTok, & YouTube: @karathebabynurseCheckout Afterglow: A Postpartum Recovery & Wellness ClassHelpful timestamps:00:00 Postpartum Prep Matters01:36 Meet Kara Baby Nurse04:44 Her Nursing Path07:52 Postpartum Story Goes Viral14:39 What Mom Baby Nurses Do20:39 Breastfeeding Support Team28:36 What Clustering Care Means33:16 Postpartum Care Surprises36:38 Bring All The Things39:48 Home With Baby Reality40:13 Prepare For Postpartum45:59 Where To Find KaraAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:TBB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Labor Nurse’s 3rd Fast, Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Midwives | Episode 40 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m sharing my third birth story! It's one that's super close to my heart, especially with my son's birthday rolling around. I get right into the messiness of where I was at emotionally after losing my mom right after my first baby, and navigating that grief through my second pregnancy. I was dealing with brokenness, putting myself back together while raising my girls, and finally feeling ready for a third amid the chaos of COVID hitting just as we decided to try. I share how I was hopeful for a "textbook" experience like my first two, but reminded myself every birth is its own thing, prepping for all possibilities while chasing a redemptive birth and postpartum I was hoping for - filled with more joy than grief.Tune in for my third, redemptive birth story, and check out these other episodes mentioned throughout: Labor Nurse's First Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Midwives | Episode 01The Emotional Signposts of Labor (an Episode for Every Birth Partner to Hear) | Episode 10Labor Nurses's Second, Unmedicated, Fast Birth with D-MER and PPA During Postpartum | Episode 13Is it Real Labor: Braxton Hicks Contractions, False Labor & Prodromal Labor | Episode 37You're Contracting! When Do You Go to the Hospital? | Episode 38Helpful Timestamps:00:00 My Third Birth Story01:48 Why This Birth Story Matters (and where to hear the first two)02:42 Getting Ready for Baby #3 during COVID06:16 Pregnancy Expectations vs Reality14:41 39 Weeks, a Blizzard Forecast, and Early Labor Whispers21:29 Timing Contractions vs. Trusting Your Gut (When to Go In)25:33 Arriving at the Hospital31:28 Water Breaks, Move to the Bed, and Pushing Positions33:14 Birth Moment: Kel Catches Baby + Surprise Sex Reveal35:48 Postpartum in COVID37:21 Redemptive Postpartum: Mental Health, Breastfeeding, Placenta CapsAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | Unmedicated Birth, Reality vs. Expectations & Informed Prep for Labor & Postpartum with Labor Junkie RN | Episode 39 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I'm welcoming Sarah, aka Labor Junkie RN, an incredible RN with 16 years under her belt, mostly in high-risk labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum - talk about a queen in the birth space! As a mom of three little ones, she somehow juggles it all while dishing out the most honest, evidence-based education on social media. We dove into her personal unmedicated birth stories, how she prepped with simple, yet intentional things like prenatal yoga and deep breathing walks, and why labor prep is all about aligning with your own goals.We unpacked some eye-opening misconceptions, like how inductions can take forever if you're not prepped, or how postpartum and breastfeeding often catch families off guard with the wild spectrum of highs and lows. We got real about balancing the "scary" truths with empowering information, stressing advocacy, communication with your team, and trusting your gut. Sarah's all about giving you the tools to own your experience, whether it's low-intervention or whatever feels right for you - it's so inspiring to chat with someone who's been there as both a nurse and a mom, helping families feel seen and ready.More from Sarah, Labor Junkie, RN:Follow Sarah on Instagram, TikTok, FaceBook, & YouTube: @labor_junkie_rnHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Welcome Sarah, Labor Junkie RN02:27 Sarah's Journey and Social Media Presence06:05 Unmedicated Birth: Personal Experiences and Preferences15:56 Preparing for an Unmedicated Birth28:10 Challenges and Misconceptions in Birth and Postpartum33:26 The Spectrum of Postpartum Experiences36:23 Balancing Scary and Necessary Information41:18 Respecting and Trusting Your Audience47:38 Advocacy and Communication in Birth54:54 The Joys and Challenges of ParentingAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | You’re Contracting! When Do You Go to the Hospital? with Lo Mansfield | Episode 38 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%If you’ve ever stared at the clock in early labor thinking “when do I actually go to the hospital?” - this episode is for you. It’s the question I get asked more than almost anything else, and I totally get the anxiety. So today I’m laying out everything I wish someone had told me before my first birth: how to time contractions properly, what the 4-1-1 or 5-1-1 rule actually means, and why those numbers are only the beginning of the story.We talk through all the real-life factors that matter way more than a simple rule - how far you live from the hospital, how your labors have gone in the past, changes in pressure, bloody show, nausea, emotional signposts, GBS status, and the fact that second, third, and fourth babies love to show up faster than you expect. I also share the exact moment in my first birth when a sudden shift in pressure told me it was time to go. Bottom line: you’re allowed to get this decision “wrong,” triage exists for a reason, and you’re way more prepared than you think you are.If you haven’t listened to episode 37 on the different types of contractions yet, go do that first - these two episodes are meant to be a pair. Come back when you’re ready and let’s take the guesswork out of this together!More from this episode:Listen to episode 37: Is it Real Labor: Braxton Hicks Contractions, False Labor & Prodromal LaborListen to episode 10: The Emotional Signposts of Labor (an Episode for Every Birth Partner to Hear)Listen to episode 01: Labor Nurse’s First Unmedicated Hospital Birth with MidwivesAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | Is it Real Labor: Braxton Hicks Contractions, False Labor & Prodromal Labor with Lo Mansfield | Episode 37 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today we're diving into all things contractions - because if you're in your third trimester (or gearing up for it), you're probably starting to feel those tightenings and wondering, "What the heck is this? Is it real labor?" I share personal stories and break down each of these contractions to help you understand the signs of real vs. false labor contractions.The four types of labor contractions:Braxton Hicks:those practice ones that can start early but are totally stoppable with rest or hydration.Prodromal labor:the exhausting, ongoing pattern that feels real but doesn't change your cervix yet.False labor:painful and regular, but it fizzles out on its own.True labor:the real deal that gets stronger, longer, and closer together, often with signs like bloody show or pressure.The goal here is to arm you with knowledge so you're not discouraged by these labor contractions that aren’t quite the real thing, yet. Your body's prepping like a pro, even if it's annoying. We touch on tips for managing them, like fetal positioning exercises or boosting oxytocin through rest and relaxation to potentially flip things into real labor. If you're unsure when to head to the hospital, don't sweat it - that's what OB triage is for, no apologies needed if you "get it wrong." This is part one, so stick around for part two where we'll tackle timing contractions, using your history and signs to decide when it's go-time, whether you're hospital-bound, birthing at home, or heading to a center.More from this episode:Read the blog: The Miles Circuit: Can it Induce Labor?Listen to Episode 10: The Emotional Signposts of LaborHelpful Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Labor Contractions03:25 Types of Contractions10:03 Braxton Hicks Contractions16:20 Understanding Prodromal Labor18:22 False Labor Explained20:17 Fetal Positioning and Labor23:30 Real Labor: Signs and Symptoms28:17 When to Go to the Hospital32:42 Conclusion and EncouragementAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | How to Advocate in Your Birth: Saying No, Good RNs & Preventing Birth Trauma with Mama Nurse Tina | Episode 36 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m welcoming Mama Nurse Tina on the show - she's an incredible labor and delivery nurse who's been rocking it since 2012, after switching from the ER, and she's a mom of four who's turned her passion into evidence-based education online since 2022. We chatted about maternity leave perks in Canada versus the US (jealous much?), and she shared what she'd do differently with her own births now, like staying home longer, moving more, and delaying epidurals to make labor smoother and more empowered.We dive into advocacy and how intentional communication can minimize birth trauma. Tina's expertise shines here, stressing how crucial communication is in the delivery room, from scripting ways to decline interventions kindly but firmly, to curating your birth team and asking for a new nurse if the vibes don't match. We got real about epidurals not always keeping up with fast labors, the myth-busting around hospital births being ‘industrial’, and how even small touches like eye contact or a play-by-play communication during emergencies can prevent feeling violated or scared. She's all about that informed, joyful birth experience, and honestly, this convo was such a gift for anyone prepping for birth.Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Welcome Mama Nurse Tina06:55 Tina's Journey: From ER to Labor and Delivery13:19 Birth Stories and Lessons Learned28:51 Advocacy and Patient Empowerment35:32 The Importance of Nurse-Patient Compatibility38:57 The Role of Nurses in Birth47:01 Preventing Birth Trauma51:31 The Power of Communication in Birth01:05:19 Final Thoughts and Personal ReflectionsMore from Mama Nurse Tina:Visit https://www.bumptolatch.com/Follow her on TikTok an Instagram @mama_nurse_tinaSubscribe to her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mamanursetinaAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Positive First Birth with Epidural, Unmedicated Second Birth, and Pregnancy Loss: Michelle’s Birth Stories | Episode 35 | I sit down with my dear friend and student Michelle, a stay-at-home mama to two little girls (just 13 months apart!), and now expecting her third baby girl in January. We dive deep into her journey, from the quick excitement and early losses that stole that first-pregnancy bliss, and the tender miscarriage of her son Peter at 12 weeks. We get into her experiences with her pregnancies and the birth stories of her two daughters.We chat postpartum realities too - the baby blues, nursing wins and pains, tandem feeding challenges, and navigating it all amid a house flood and GDM diagnosis - plus how faith, family support, and a bigger age gap this time around have her buzzing with anticipation for another empowering birth. If you're navigating pregnancies, losses, or the wild ride of close-together kiddos, this one's full of grace, giggles, and real-talk encouragement!More from Michelle Robins:Connect with Michelle on Instagram @therobinsthriftednestHelpful Timestamps:02:39 Michelle's First Pregnancy and Birth Story12:43 Navigating Postpartum Challenges14:54 Surprise Second Pregnancy18:54 Unexpected Diagnosis and Holiday Challenges19:59 Preparing for an Unmedicated Birth20:53 Labor Begins Amidst Chaos22:07 A Fast and Furious Delivery27:11 Postpartum Challenges and Nursing Struggles30:03 Pregnancy Loss and Healing32:25 Expecting Baby Number Three34:09 Resources and Support for New MomsAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:YBYB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | What Actually Happens Right After Your Baby is Born? with Lo Mansfield | Episode 34 | Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m taking you through the whirlwind of the first 1-2 hours after birth. Whether you've just pushed out your baby vaginally or are planning a cesarean, there's so much happening in these ecstatic, hazy moments, from skin-to-skin bliss to essential checks and choices. I want you to feel empowered, not overwhelmed, so you can advocate for what you want while soaking in that newborn magic.We start right after baby arrives: the relief, possible shaking (totally normal and hormonal!), Apgar scores to gauge baby's transition, and delayed cord clamping (plus how cord blood banking fits in). Then, we cover what’s happening during this third-stage of labor, like Pitocin to prevent bleeding, placenta delivery (usually 15-30 minutes), and any tear repairs. Moving into the fourth stage, I explain fundal checks versus assessments, the golden hour's many skin-to-skin benefits (stress reduction, temp regulation, bonding, oxytocin boost, and breastfeeding support), that first magical breastfeed with colostrum, postpartum meds for pain and stool softening, getting up to pee (tips included!), and newborn procedures like assessments, eye ointment, vitamin K, and hep B vaccine. This is your roadmap to informed consent - nothing here has to be decided on the spot. My hope? You leave these hours feeling knowledgeable, blissful, and deeply connected.Mentioned in this episode:Grab My Free Third Trimester Pack - Birth Plan included!Your Body, Your Birth CourseHelpful Timestamps:01:23 The First Hours After Birth: What to Expect03:43 Understanding the Third and Fourth Stages of Labor05:28 Immediate Post-Birth Procedures and Choices10:08 The Golden Hour13:35 Placenta Delivery and Pitocin Use18:21 Fundal Assessments & Checks21:58 Benefits of Skin-to-Skin27:12 Postpartum Pain Management33:52 Newborn Assessments and Procedures36:52 Transition to Postpartum CareAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast Services | — | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | Food Allergies & Baby: When & How to Start Allergens & What to Watch For with Meenal Lele of Lil Mixins | Episode 33 | Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this episode of Lo & Behold, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Meenal Lele, the founder and CEO of Lil Mixins, who's been at the forefront of making early allergen introduction straightforward and empowering for families. As a mom who's navigated the wild world of food allergies with her own son, Meenal breaks down the latest research in a way that's clear, reassuring, and totally relatable - perfect for expectant parents or those in the thick of those early months and years. We dove into the nerves around introducing allergens, why timing matters, and how simple tools like Lil Mixins' powders can make it less daunting, all while tying in the bigger picture of gut health, barriers, and holistic wellness. If you're prepping for solids or just want to feel more confident in these choices, this convo is a game-changer.Helpful Timestamps:01:23 Introducing Today's Guest: Meenal from LilMix-Ins02:56 Meenal's Journey and Expertise09:44 The Complexity of Allergies and Nutrition14:43 Practical Tips for Allergen Introduction23:09 Facing Parenting Fears26:01 Understanding Allergies and Immune System31:42 Global Allergy Trends34:27 Introducing Allergens to Babies39:11 Hope and Progress in Allergy Management40:30 Final Thoughts and ResourcesMore from Meenal Lele:Visit LilMixins.com and checkout her resources!Grab her book: The Baby & The BiomeAbout your host:🩺🤰🏻Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.For more education, support and “me too” from Lo, please visit her website and check out her online courses and digital guides for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum/newborns. You can also follow @thelabormama and @loandbehold_thepodcast on Instagram and join her email list here.For more pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood conversation each week, be sure to subscribe to The Lo & Behold podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you prefer to listen!👉🏼 A request: If this episode meant something to you, would you consider a 5 star rating and leaving us a review? Yes, we read them, and yes, they help keep L & B going! ♥️Connect with Lo more on: INSTAGRAM | TIK TOK | PINTEREST | FACEBOOKDisclaimerOpinions shared by guests of this show are their own, and do not always reflect those of The Labor Mama platform. Additionally, the information you hear on this podcast or that you receive via any linked resources should not be considered medical advice. Please see our full disclaimer here.Additionally, we may make a small commission from some of the links shared with you. Please know, this comes at no additional cost to you, supports our small biz, and is a way for us to share brands and products with you that we genuinely love.Produced and Edited by Vaden Podcast ServicesMentioned in this episode:TBB 20% off ad link | — | ||||||
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