Lo & Behold | Pregnancy, Birth, Motherhood
Lo & Behold is a weekly podcast that explores the many choices mothers face during pregnancy, labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and modern motherhood. Hosted by Lo Mansfield, a former labor and postpartum nurse and certified lactation counselor, the show offers a judgment-free space for parents to consider their options. Each episode includes personal stories, expert interviews, and candid insights from real moms and dads. The podcast aims to move beyond rigid, black-and-white advice and help listeners advocate for themselves and their families.
Episodes
Catastrophic Birth Plans & Centering Hope with Kayleigh Summers, The Birth Trauma Mama | Episode 73
Today’s conversation is a heavier one, and I want to say that up front: if you’re not in a place to take it in, it’s okay to skip this one and come back when you’re ready. I’m joined by Kayleigh Summers, a licensed clinical social worker, perinatal trauma specialist, amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) survivor, and the voice behind The Birth Trauma Mama. She shares how her own experience shaped the wor
Labor Nurse’s Fourth Birth Story: 19-Minute Unmedicated Hospital Birth Caught by Dad | Episode 72
Friends, it's finally here: my fourth (and final) birth story. I'm sharing how Kelvin and I went from "we'll have three" to parenting our way into a fourth baby, and what it was like to get pregnant and receive maternity care as an expat in the Netherlands. As someone who loves this work, I got to see that midwifery model up close, and I'll be honest about the hard parts too, like language barrier
Pregnant, Nauseous & Over It: What to Do When you Feel Like Crap with Pregnancy Nutritionist | Episode 71
I sat down with Stephanie Lauri, registered dietitian, also known as the Pregnancy Nutritionist, to talk about something almost all of us experience in some form: nausea, food aversions, and that first-trimester question of whether we'll ever feel like ourselves again. Stephanie started this work while pregnant with her second daughter, after realizing just how little nutrition guidance actually g
Latch Issues, Tummy Time, Torticollis, and Flat Heads with Dr. Brita, Infant PT | Episode 70
Nine years ago, when I had my first baby, infant physical therapy wasn't even on my radar - it just wasn't something being talked about, especially not the way it is now. So I sat down with Dr. Brita DeStefano, founder of Progress Through Play in Denver, a mom of two and an infant physical therapist who's spent the last seven years specializing exclusively in that first year of life, to change tha
Are Pitocin Contractions More Painful than “Normal” Ones? | Episode 69
This is part two of our Pitocin deep dive (if you haven't listened to episode 68 yet, hit pause and go do that first - it lays the foundation for everything we talk about here). In this episode we're tackling the question I get asked about more than almost anything else on social media: are Pitocin contractions more painful than spontaneous ones? I walk you through the real differences between Pit
Yes or No to Pitocin? 8 Things You Need to Know Before Your Birth | Episode 68
Pitocin is one of those topics that comes up in almost every birth conversation, and it can feel so spicy - like you have to pick a side before you even understand what it is. So in this episode, I'm pulling the spice out of it and just giving you the practical, foundational stuff: what Pitocin actually is (hint: it's synthetic oxytocin, not the real thing, even though the bag says otherwise), how
First Hospital Birth with Cook’s Catheter, Epidural & Postpartum Vaginal Hematoma with Labor Lauren | Episode 67
There's something so special about hearing a labor nurse tell her own birth story, and today's guest, Lauren, delivers exactly that. Lauren's been a labor and delivery nurse for over 10 years, mom to a three year old, is an IBCLC, and runs Labor Lauren - a faith-based birth education platform. She brings us into her journey from years of trying to conceive, through a peaceful unmedicated labor at
Simple Birth Prep for Both of You: How to Truly Feel Prepped for Birth with The Baby Chick | Episode 66
Today I’m welcoming Nina Spears - founder and CEO of Baby Chick, author of The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy, and honestly, a bit of a unicorn in this space. She's a certified baby planner, birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, newborn care educator, infant massage instructor, and perinatal nutrition expert. Over the past 15 years she's supported more than 800 families in perso
You’re Scared of Birth – Now What? Understanding Birth Fear & How to Work Through It | Episode 65
Hey friends! Today I wanted to sit down and talk about something I know so many of you are wrestling with - the connection between fear and your labor. If you've ever seen those posts online that say things like "labor isn't painful, you're just scared," I want to meet you in that confusion, because I've felt it too, even with everything I know. I'm breaking down the actual physiology behind the f
Fast, Unmedicated Third Birth Story with Baby Born in Ambulance with Gestational Diabetes Nurse | Episode 64
You guys, I have been dying to share this one with you. Sara - our gestational diabetes nurse from episode 16 - is back, and this time she's telling me her third birth story, which might be one of the wildest I've ever heard. This mama had two calm, controlled, epidural-at-the-right-moment hospital births under her belt, and she was so sure baby number three would follow the same script that she s
Baby Sleep: Truths, Myths & Figuring Out What Works (with That Sleep Doc) | Episode 63
This week I'm joined by Dr. Sujay Kansagra - you probably know him as That Sleep Doc, where he's built a following of 700K+ across social media. He's a professor at Duke and director of their Pediatric Neurology Sleep Medicine Program, he's authored five books (including My Child Won't Sleep), and he even invented a smart crib mattress along the way. His expertise spans sleep disorders across ever
11 Insider Tips for an Unmedicated Hospital Birth — from a Labor Nurse & Mom Who Has Done It 4x | Episode 62
Okay, if you're hoping for an unmedicated hospital birth, this one's for you. I'm pulling back the curtain and giving you my 11 insider tips - the real, practical stuff I've learned both as a labor nurse and from having four unmedicated hospital births myself. We're talking about everything from how to build the right care team before you even go into labor, to why knowledge really is power when i
All Things Pumping: Flange Sizes, Freezer Stash & Feeding Plans with One With the Pump | Episode 61
I sat down with Tamari Jacob, Certified Lactation Counselor, mom of 4, and founder of One With the Pump. After going through her own difficult, exclusive pumping journey - twice - Tamari realized just how massive the gap was in resources, education, and support for moms who need to pump, so she set out to fill it herself. We get into what a real "feeding plan" should actually look like in those fi
Induction Part 2: Induction Methods – Foley Bulbs, Pitocin, AROM, & More | Episode 60
In part two of our induction series, I'm walking you through the entire toolbox - because induction is so much more than "just Pitocin." We start with the more natural methods like membrane sweeps, nipple stimulation, and AROM (breaking your bag of waters), then move into mechanical cervical dilators like the Foley bulb, Cook catheter, and the lesser-used Laminaria and Dilapan rods. From there we
Induction Part 1: What You Need to Know Before We Talk About How it’s Done | Episode 59
Induction might be one of the most misunderstood - and most talked about - topics in the birth world, so I wanted to slow down and give it the space it deserves. In this episode, I'm laying the foundation before we ever get into specific methods (that's coming in part two!). I break down the real difference between induction and augmentation - induction is when labor hasn't started yet and we're t
Postpartum Recovery: Hair Loss, Nutrient Depletion & Exhaustion After Baby with Lily Nichols | Episode 58
I'm so excited to welcome back Lily Nichols - registered dietician, certified diabetes educator, and honestly one of my favorite people to talk about nutrition with. We're diving deep into postpartum recovery, and specifically the things I don't think we talk about enough like the fact that your protein needs after baby are actually higher than a female athlete's, that a standard "extra 500 calori
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 hos
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 post
Plus Size Pregnancy & Birth Truths & Myths with Jen McLellan | Episode 55
I'm sitting down with Jen McLellan - published author, founder of Plus Size Birth, certified childbirth educator, TED Talk speaker, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast - for a conversation I truly believe every single person needs to hear, regardless of the body they're in. We're diving deep into plus size pregnancy & birth, and Jen is bringing the evidence, the empowerment, and the honesty tha
What I Wish I Knew About Baby Sleep Before They Were Born (from a mom of 4) | Episode 54
When it comes to baby sleep, I'm not coming at you as an expert - I'm coming at you as a mom of four who has been in the trenches and figured some things out the hard way. The biggest thing I want you to take away is this idea of anchors - rhythms and routines you can float around and return to, not rigid schedules that are going to stress you out when life doesn't cooperate. For me, those anchors
The Truth About Low Milk Supply: What Everyone Needs to Know Before Baby is Born with Kaia Lacey, CLC | Episode 53
Low milk supply is one of those topics that doesn't get nearly enough attention. I sat down with Kaia Lacy - IBCLC, mom of three, partner to the Low Milk Supply Foundation, and the voice behind Low Supply Mom - to have the conversation I wish more people had access to before they had their babies. She’s breaking down the difference between primary and secondary low milk supply, what actually cause
Two Positive, Epidural-Free, Fast Hospital Births when GBS Positive: Alex Neva | Episode 52
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I'm sitting down with Alex, a pediatric physical therapist and mom of two under two, to hear her two positive, unmedicated hospital birth stories! Alex shares everything from how she and her husband prepared for their first unmedicated birth, why knowing your "why" is so crucial going in, and how early, open communication
Back Labor: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What You Can Do About It | Episode 51
Back labor is SO real, and if you've ever heard someone say "back labor was horrible" - yeah, that tracks. But here's what I don't want is for you to spiral into fear about it, because knowledge is everything, and today we are getting into all of it. We're talking about what back labor actually is, why it happens (spoiler: it usually comes down to your baby's positioning), and most importantly - w
Birth Plans vs. Birth Vibes: Real-Life Tips for a Hospital Birth That Feels Good with Jen Hamilton | Episode 50
In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with the one and only Jen Hamilton - labor and delivery nurse, viral content creator, and now author of Birth Vibes. She’s the recipient of the 2026 President’s Award from the American Nurses Association, and continues to use her platform to educate, uplift, and humanize the realities of nursing, patient care, and mental health. With over a decade of bedside ex
Birth Prep, Labor, & The Things We Got Right (and Wrong): Q & A with Lo x Kelvin | Episode 49
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this special Q&A episode, I’m joined by a very requested guest - my husband, Kelvin! We’re talking all about birth partner prep, postpartum prep, parenting, and what it’s really looked like for us to navigate birth prep for four babies, marriage, and family life together. We share how we prepared for our first birth
Low Milk Supply & Breast Hypoplasia: Emily’s Birth Story & Breastfeeding Challenges | Episode 48
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Emily to walk through a birth & breastfeeding story that truly took some unexpected turns - from a super fast-moving labor that started out feeling empowering and intense, to a shift in momentum that led to more interventions than she had planned. She shares what it was like navigating that experience in real time, including the emotional and physical cha
Should You Say Yes to a Membrane Sweep: Pros, Cons, and Things to Know with Lo Mansfield | Episode 47
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I wanted to sit down and just give you the real, practical, no-fluff breakdown of membrane sweeping at the end of pregnancy - because this is one of those topics that comes up constantly when you’re 38, 39, 40 weeks and just ready to meet your baby. In this episode, I walk you through exactly what a membrane sweep is (and
Induction Myths & Truths and Why He Chose to Be an OBGYN with Dr. Ahan Hunter | Episode 46
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I am so excited to share this episode with you because we finally have our very first male guest on the podcast - Dr. Ahan Hunter, an OB/GYN from Virginia! We kicked things off by chatting about what it’s like being a man in a super female-dominated field, how he fell in love with birth during med school, and the subtle (a
Your Pain Control Options for Labor (It’s Not Just the Epidural!) with Nurse Sydney | Episode 45
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I sat down with Sydney, better known online as Nurse Sydney, a labor and delivery nurse with six years of hands-on experience. We had such a fun, practical conversation about all the different pain management tools and comfort measures available during labor - from TENS units and birth combs to sterile water injections, IV
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
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
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 u
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-
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,
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 socia
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 contrac
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
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 (jeal
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
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
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 aller
Tummy Time, Sitting, Rolling, Walking: Milestones Made Simple with Milestones & Motherhood | Episode 32
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%If you've ever found yourself Googling "when should my baby roll over?" or stressing about tummy time, this one's for you. In this episode, I sat down with the incredible Dr. KC Rickerd, a pediatric physical therapist with nearly 15 years of experience specializing in the development of babies from birth to three years old
IVF, Early Miscarriages, Traumatic First Induction & Redemptive Second Birth: Hannah Stevenson | Episode 31
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Hello, hello, friends! In this heartfelt episode of Lo & Behold, I sit down with Hannah, one of my amazing birth course students and a military mama who's navigated some seriously wild twists on her path to motherhood. She opens up about her fertility journey - think IVF rollercoasters, repeated early miscarriages afte
Early Pregnancy + Prenatal Testing: Nausea, NIPT, and Wives Tales with Dr. Dallas Reed, MD | Episode 30
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today we’re discussing early pregnancy insights and genetic testing with Dr. Dallas Reed, Chief of Genetics and an OB-GYN at Tufts Medical Center. She is also a medical advisor for SneakPeak, an over-the-counter, at-home early gender test with over 99% accuracy at 6 weeks of pregnancy. Dr. Reed breaks down various genetic
Letting Go of Control: From Homebirth to Hospital, Natural-minded Motherhood, and Childhood Cancer with Betsy Larrabee | Episode 29
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m welcoming my friend, Betsy, to share her incredible journey through the highs and lows of motherhood. From navigating four pregnancies, including challenging miscarriages and serene home births, to facing her son's childhood cancer diagnosis, Betsy's story is one of resilience, identity, and the ever-evolving exp
Oversupply, Exclusive Pumping & Neurodivergent Lactation with The Oversupply Mama | Episode 28
Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I sat down with Bethany (aka The Oversupply Mama), a CLC, NICU mama, autism mama, and someone who has lived both the exclusive-pumping trenches and a redemptive nursing journey. We get real about what oversupply actually feels like when it’s your reality and how to manage an abundant supply w
Will My Baby Ever Sleep Through the Night? with Andrea of Baby Sleep Answers | Episode 27
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this refreshing, judgment-free conversation, I sit down with Andrea de la Torre, a sleep consultant of 8+ years, mom of 3, author, and the calm voice behind Baby Sleep Answers.She ditches the “one right way” for baby sleep and dives into what actually helps babies (and exhausted parents) sleep better.What’s inside this
High Risk Pregnancy, Induction & Unmedicated Second Birth & Retained Placenta with Kelsey Beekley | Episode 26
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m welcoming a former student from the 'Your Body, Your Birth' and 'Induction Course,' who shares her two contrasting birth stories. Kelsey shares the highs and lows of her two pregnancies, including handling a rare umbilical cord diagnosis, advocating for a later induction, and how her first birth taught her valuab
Kindergarten Readiness and Kids Who Love to Read with Beth Gaskill of Big City Readers | Episode 25
Today I’m sitting down with Beth Gaskill, a multisensory literacy instructor and early childhood educator, popularly known as 'Miss Beth' from Big City Readers. Together, we discuss the journey of preparing your toddlers for pre-K and kindergarten. Beth shares her professional insights on fostering lifelong readers, the differences between phonics and phonological awareness, and why the shift from
Boundaries, Babies, You & Your Mother-in-Law with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish | Episode 24
Join Lo as she chats with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish about navigating the complex dynamics between daughters-in-law, husbands, and mothers-in-law - especially during pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. Drawing from her expertise as a clinical psychologist and couples therapist, Dr. Tracy shares practical tools to foster healthy boundaries and stronger relationships. Perfect for moms navigating postpa
How a Doula is Prepping for Her Own First Birth with HeHe Stewart | Episode 23
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Lo welcomes Hehe Stewart to the podcast, a leading childbirth educator, advocate, and maternity care reform expert. HeHe shares her extensive experience in empowering families with evidence-based birth preparation, post-partum readiness, and informed decision-making. She discusses the significance of neutrality i
What We Share (or Don’t) in Parenting, Motherhood & Friendship with Hannah Rosenberg | Episode 22
Today I’m joined by poet Hannah Rosenberg, whose work has been shared widely online, and she has been featured in publications serving women and parents like Darling and Kind. We discuss the nuances of parenting, friendship, and self-reflection. Hannah shares her journey of writing and how becoming a mother has influenced her art and creativity, offering listeners a glimpse into the universal expe
What’s the Big Deal About Cervical Exams & Should You Say Yes or No? with Lo Mansfield | Episode 21
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Lo gets into the fascinating world of cervical exams. As a mama of four and a former labor and postpartum RN, Lo uses her blend of real-life experience and expert insights to demystify this often misunderstood topic. She shares what a cervical exam entails, when and why they might be offered, and the significance of the ke
Active Management or Hands Off? Your Third Stage of Labor Options with Miri Halliday, BS, CPM, LM | Episode 20
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today we’re breaking down the nuances of the third stage of labor. I sat down with Miri Halliday, a certified professional midwife and owner of Spokane River Birth Center in Washington. We get into the many facets of the third stage of labor, from the delivery of the placenta to commonly debated interventions lik
Why Choline Matters in Your Pregnancy and Postpartum (and how to get enough) with Lily Nichols, RDN | Episode 19
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m chatting with Lily Nichols, a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified diabetes educator, and author. Lily shares evidence-based insights on prenatal and postpartum nutrition, emphasizing the significance of choline and protein intake, especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding. We also discuss t
High Blood Pressure Hospital Birth Induction and Retained Placenta with D&C with Lauren Cowley | Episode 18
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this episode, Lauren, a pediatric ER nurse and new mom, shares her detailed and emotional birth story. Lauren recounts the unexpected challenges she faced, including an unplanned induction due to high blood pressure, concerns about her baby’s heart rate throughout labor, and the decision to get an epidural aft
Kick Counting in Pregnancy: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and Myths to Forget About with Count the Kicks | Episode 17
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In today's episode, I’m sitting down for an essential conversation about kick counting during pregnancy with Kimberly Isburg, Communications Director for Healthy Birthday Inc., and a passionate advocate for maternal health. We discuss the critical importance of kick counting during pregnancy, particularly in the
Gestational Diabetes During Pregnancy and Birth: Myths, Risks, Inductions, and Birth Choices with Sara Alayev, RN | Episode 16
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this episode, we’re deep diving into the world of gestational diabetes (GDM) - what it is, how it shows up in pregnancy, and what you can actually do when you get that diagnosis. I brought on the amazing Sara Alayev, a high-risk OB and L&D nurse (and mama of two!), who’s made it her mission to help moms feel seen, h
Unplanned 2nd Cesarean After Unmedicated Labor and Hours of Pushing During TOLAC | Episode 15
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m honored to be joined by Priscilla, a former student, who shares her profound journey through her second pregnancy and her plans for a VBAC after having a C-section with her first child. Priscilla opens up about the myriad of emotions in motherhood, the physical and mental challenges of labor, and the ul
A Candid Convo on Doulas, the Right Fit, and How Social Media Impacts Doula Perceptions with Sarah Osborne, CD(DONA) | Episode 14
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today we’re talking about the invaluable role of doulas in enhancing birth outcomes with veteran doula Sarah Osborne, also known as the Expert Doula, who has supported over 900 births in her 17-year career. She is also a birth photographer, childbirth educator, and doula mentor. We discuss the critical support do
Labor Nurse’s Second, Unmedicated, Fast Birth with D-MER and PPA During Postpartum | Episode 13
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this heartfelt episode, I walk you through the emotional and transformative journey of my second birth story. This baby arrived during one of the most challenging periods of my life, marked by profound grief over the recent loss of my mom and the overwhelming responsibility of parenthood. I recount the unexpec
Tongue Ties and Breastfeeding: Myths, Signs, and Support with Lisa Paladino CNM, IBCLC | Episode 12
Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m delighted to bring on Lisa Paladino, CNM, IBCLC, who is an expert in the complexities of tongue ties in breastfeeding infants. Lisa, an internationally recognized lactation consultant and certified nurse midwife, shares her extensive experience and knowledge to help parents understa
Unmedicated, Fast, 1st Hospital Birth with Confusing Early Labor and Postpartum and Breastfeeding Struggles with Caroline Campbell | Episode 11
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today, I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with one of my students Caroline, a first-time mom from just outside Dallas, Texas, who opened her heart to share her incredible birth story and postpartum journey. She gets real about navigating her fears of tearing, her desire for an unmedicated birth, and the
The Emotional Signposts of Labor (an Episode for Every Birth Partner to Hear) with Lo Mansfield | Episode 10
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this episode, we're getting into the stages of labor and those emotional signposts that guide us through the journey of bringing our babies into the world. If you’ve ever laughed at those TikTok videos showing a mama’s behavior shift from chatty and excited to “oh wow, this is real,” you’ll love this conversation! I’m s
Cytomegalovirus, Pregnancy, and What Every Mom Deserves to Know with Megan Nix | Episode 09
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Megan Nix, a mother of five and the author of 'Remedies for Sorrow.' Together, we dive into the beautiful, complex duality of motherhood - how it’s both the most rewarding and challenging journey we’ll ever walk.What’s inside this episode:Megan bravely shares her journey
Three Hospital Births (Epidural and Unmedicated) with Shoulder Dystocia, Induction, and Gestational Diabetes with Mackenzie DeClark | Episode 08
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I’m so excited to share this heartfelt episode with you, where I sit down with Mackenzie DeClark, a labor and delivery nurse, future midwife, and mama of three behind the Mackenzie on Motherhood platform. Mackenzie opens up about her three unique birth stories, each one a beautiful mix of raw emotion, unexpected
Is Pain Free Birth Real, Should You Want it, and Can You Do It? with Lo Mansfield | Episode 07
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today we’re diving into the raw, real, and sometimes controversial topic of labor pain. As a mama of four, former labor and postpartum RN, I’m sharing my heart and experience to unpack the complexities of labor pain - both the physical and emotional sides.In this episode, I explore the fear-tension-pain cycle and whether a
Early Breastfeeding: What to Expect, What’s Normal, and How to Have a Strong Start with Amber Ginn, IBCLC | Episode 06
Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today I’m chatting with my friend Amber Ginn, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and founder of The Latch Link, on how to set yourself up for breastfeeding success before baby arrives. Amber’s got a no-fluff, straight-talking style and a passion for helping moms na
From Emergent C-Section to Birth Center to Homebirth with Kaylaa Anderson | Episode 05
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%I’m so excited to share this heartfelt episode with you. Today, I’m sitting down with Kaylaa, a labor and delivery nurse, mama of two (soon to be three!), and co-founder of Dreamy Peach Co. She’s opening up about her two very different birth experiences - one ending in a C-section and the other a triumphant VBAC
Are You Sad When You Breastfeed? You Might Have D-MER with Lo Mansfield | Episode 04
Join The Breastfeeding Blueprint: www.thelabormama.com/breastfeeding & use the code PODCAST to save 20%The Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER) is a physiological breastfeeding condition. This chemical, hormonal response to the moments of milk let down, is an important topic we need to discuss and bring awareness to, as it can affect as many as 1 in 10 mamas. In this episode of the Lo and Be
Pelvic Floor Health at Every Stage with The Vagina Whisperer | Episode 03
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Get ready for an empowering and educational conversation with Dr. Sara Reardon, also known as The Vagina Whisperer. As a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist, mom of two, and author of Floored: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health At Every Stage and Age, Sara brings her expertise and approachable vib
Fast, First Hospital Birth with Partial Placenta Abruption (My Sister’s Birth Story!) | Episode 02
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Today is a family-centered episode as I welcome my older sister, Jenn, to the show. She shares the fast and emotional birth of her daughter Reese—my first niece and the baby who kicked off my nursing career. From the initial feelings of transitioning from a couple to a family, to an unexpected fast labor and the
Labor Nurse’s First Unmedicated Hospital Birth with Midwives | Episode 01
Join YBYB: www.thelabormama.com/birth & use the code PODCAST to save 20%Listen in as I get vulnerable and raw, going all the way back to those first time mama feels, and share my own first birth story. Our birth stories may not tell us who we are, but for so many of us, they are the very beginning of the motherhood story we are writing. From finding out I was pregnant, to naviga
Welcome to the Lo & Behold Podcast!
What if your best motherhood choices aren’t my best motherhood choices?Each week on Lo & Behold, we’re leaning into that real, messy, necessary question as we navigate all the choices you’ll find yourself making in pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and modern motherhood.Hosted by Lo Mansfield — former labor and postpartum nurse, certified lactation counselor, m
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