38 Weeks Pregnant? Here’s What No One Tells You (But You Need to Know!)

Send us a textIn this week’s episode we dive deep into the 38-week mark of pregnancy — you’re so close to meeting your baby! But there is still so much happening behind the scenes in your body and your baby’s development. I’ll walk you through what “full term” really means, the symptoms that seldom get talked about, how to improve your rest, the signs that labor might be approaching, and concrete steps you can take right now to feel more prepared for birth and beyond.What You’ll Learn:Why 38 weeks is full term – and yet, baby is still finishing major developmentThe surprising symptoms many pregnant moms face at 38 weeks (plus how to handle them)Practical rest and sleep tips for late-pregnancy comfortKey signals labor may be near (so you can actually trust your body)Actionable prep: birth plan update, postpartum plan, breastfeeding readinessResources Mentioned:Bump To Bundle Blueprint course for full birth + breastfeeding preparationConnect With Me: If you found value in this episode, please consider leaving a review, sharing with a pregnant friend, and subscribing to stay on this journey together.

Send us a textFeeling fear or anxiety hit out of nowhere during pregnancy? 😳 You’re not alone — but I’ve got a 2-minute birth-specific hack that melts fear instantly. This isn’t yoga, meditation, or chanting. It’s a nervous system reset that you can practice now, while pregnant, and use in labor too.In this episode:How fear affects your labor and slows progressA real client story: Mariah’s transformation from panic to flow in early laborStep-by-step 2-minute hack to shift from fear → calmWhy this works: nervous system regulation & oxytocin releaseHow practicing now helps you trust your body during labor💡 Pro Tip: This technique takes just 2 minutes, but it rewires your body to handle the waves of labor with confidence.🎧 Stick around for the next episode where I reveal 3 massive lies about birth that are secretly stealing your confidence. You don’t want to miss it.Resources & Links:Bump To Bundle Blueprint Related episode on fear response in laborKeywords: 17 weeks pregnant, pregnancy tips, labor fear, calm birth techniques, nervous system reset, birth prep, first time mom, pregnancy anxiety

Send us a textEP 112:You’ve officially made it to 37 weeks pregnant—and while everyone loves to say, “Baby could come any day now!” there are some really important changes happening this week that most people don’t talk about.In this episode, I’m breaking down:What’s happening with your baby’s development at 37 weeks 👶The surprising symptoms no one warns you about ⚡How to tell real labor vs. false labor contractionsThe exact things you should be doing now to prep for birth + breastfeedingMindset shifts to help you survive these last (sometimes frustrating!) weeksBy the end of this episode, you’ll feel clear on what’s normal, what’s not, and what to focus on so you walk into labor with confidence.✨ Ready to prepare for birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding? Grab my Bump To Bundle Blueprint course

Send us a textEP 111:You made it, bestie—you’re 36 weeks pregnant! 🎉 The finish line is in sight, but let’s be real… these last few weeks can feel like a rollercoaster on turbo speed. From tight hips and weird dreams to knowing when contractions are “just practice” and when it’s go-time—this episode spills it all.In this week’s guide, I’ll walk you through: ✔️ What’s really happening in your body at 36 weeks ✔️ Surprising hacks to survive the final month without losing your mind ✔️ How to prep for labor (mentally and physically) so you feel confident walking into the big day ✔️ Breastfeeding prep you can start before baby arrivesPLUS: a bonus tip most OBs don’t even mention that can actually make labor smoother. 👏👉 Grab my Bump To Bundle Blueprint course to get the exact tools, tips, and step-by-step guidance for labor, birth, and breastfeeding prep. It’s like having a doula, lactation consultant, and best friend in your pocket.Resources & Links Mentioned: Get the Bump To Bundle Blueprint  How NOT To Tear During BirthSubscribe to my YouTube channel for new weekly episodes 

Send us a textEP 110:You’ve made it to 35 weeks—congrats, mama! 🎉 But here’s the deal… everyone tells you about the swelling, the waddling, and the endless bathroom trips. What they don’t tell you? The science-backed changes happening in your body and brain right now that can completely change how you experience birth.In this episode, I’m breaking down: The surprising way your brain rewires at 35 weeks (hello, “mom brain” with a purpose) The hormone nicknamed “nature’s epidural” that ramps up before labor Weird but normal late pregnancy symptoms no one prepares you for (like carpal tunnel + vision changes) How your baby actually helps trigger labor when they’re ready Fresh prep hacks you can start now to make birth smootherIf you’re in the home stretch and feeling all the feels, this episode will give you confidence, clarity, and some serious “oh wow, why didn’t anyone tell me that?” moments.✨ Ready to feel fully prepared for birth and breastfeeding? Grab your spot in the Bump to Bundle Blueprint — my step-by-step birth + breastfeeding prep course.📌 Ready to go deeper?Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:💻 Join the Bump to Bundle Blueprint 🎥 Birth Prep Academy - YouTube How NOT To Tear During Birth

Send us a textEP 109:Sis… you’ve officially hit week 34, and things are getting real. But what if I told you there’s a lot happening right now that your OB isn’t talking about?In today’s episode, we’re diving into what’s going on in your body behind the scenes—like how your brain is being rewired to bond with baby, how your breast tissue is prepping for breastfeeding, and even how your gut health is impacting your baby’s future immune system. Yep… it’s that deep.🎧 Listen in to learn:What your hormones are secretly doing to prep for laborThe surprising science behind third trimester brain fog (and why it’s actually brilliant)How your baby’s lungs trigger your milk supplyWhy 34 weeks is the perfect time to mentally prepare for laborOne trap most pregnant moms fall into—and how to avoid it👉 Ready to prepare for birth and breastfeeding before baby comes? Grab my Bump to Bundle Blueprint Course and feel confident, calm, and actually ready.🔗 Resources & Links:✨ Grab the Bump to Bundle Blueprint here:💛 Watch this episode on YouTube MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Birth hormones (oxytocin, relaxin, prostaglandins)Synaptic pruning in pregnancyGut flora and baby’s microbiomeSurfactant production and milk signalingBirth visualizations and neuroplastic prepLet’s prep your mind and your body—because you deserve to go into birth fully informed and fully supported. 💛

Send us a textEP 108:Okay, real talk—week 33 hits different. 😩 Your baby’s practicing their first breath, your hips feel like they’re about to give out, and your brain is one big ball of overthinking.In this episode, we’re diving into what’s actually happening in your body right now (beyond “your baby is the size of a pineapple”), the mental load no one talks about, and 3 things you NEED to do this week to feel less freaked out and more fully ready.From lightning crotch to labor prep and breastfeeding tips—you’ll walk away from this episode feeling seen, prepared, and way more confident about what’s next.🎧 Press play and let’s get you out of panic mode and into prep mode.🔗 Want to go From Freaked Out to Fully Ready? 👉🏽 Watch this playlist 🎓 Grab my birth prep system: Bump To Bundle Blueprint

Send us a textEP 107:If your brain has been spinning with What if I can’t handle it? or I’m not ready for this, you’re in the right place. In this episode, Stephanie Poole reveals her signature Birth Blueprint®—a proven, step-by-step framework that helps first-time moms ditch the panic and walk into birth and postpartum feeling calm, confident, and in control.You’ll learn:Why “prepping your mindset” is just as important as learning about contractionsThe 4 key phases of the Birth Blueprint™: Plan, Prepare, Push, and PostpartumWhat real birth prep looks like (and why watching TikToks alone isn’t it)How to advocate for yourself, recover after birth, and actually feel held in the postpartum period This episode is for every mama who’s feeling overwhelmed and wants a clear path forward. You were made for this—you just need the right roadmap. And now? You’ve got it.🔗 Mentioned in this episode: Join the Bump to Bundle Blueprint®

Send us a textEP 107:Feeling overwhelmed about birth, breastfeeding, or whether your body will "do what it’s supposed to"? You're not the only one. In this episode, Stephanie Poole shares the one simple breathing technique that helps first-time moms shift from anxiety to calm confidence—before, during, and after birth.You’ll learn:Why fear in pregnancy is normal (and why staying stuck in it is optional)The exact breathing tool to instantly regulate your nervous systemHow it helped one first-time mom go from terrified to totally in control during laborWhy breathwork is your most underrated, most powerful labor tool Bonus: Stephanie leads you through the technique right inside the episode—so you can feel the shift for yourself!👉 Ready to take this calm feeling and turn it into real birth prep? Watch the next episode for your action plan.Resources Mentioned:Watch the next video: Turn Calm Into Your Birth PlanStephanie’s Bump to Bundle Blueprint® – Your full plan for labor, birth & postpartum

Send us a textEP 106:If you’re pregnant and feeling that low-key anxiety creeping in every time someone says “labor,” this episode is your rescue plan in 4 simple steps. I’m sharing my signature Birth Blueprint—a framework that’s helped first-time moms go from overwhelmed and fearful to calm, confident, and in control.We’ll break down: The mindset shift that no one is talking about but every mama needs. How to actually prepare your body for labor (spoiler: it’s not just reading handouts). Why pushing isn’t just physical—and how to advocate for what YOU need.The postpartum truth bomb most providers skip (but it’s the key to healing & thriving).This is a crash course in birth confidence that’ll help you delete fear and embrace the kind of birth you deserve.👉 If this episode speaks to you, check out my complete Bump To Bundle Blueprint® for deeper support through labor, birth, and breastfeeding. What You’ll Learn: 00:00 – Why mindset is step one 02:00 – How to prepare your body for every stage of labor 03:40 – Tools for pushing with confidence 05:25 – The postpartum plan no one hands you at the hospital 06:45 – Your next step to reduce labor and breastfeeding anxietyMentioned in this episode: 📘 Bump To Bundle Blueprint®  🎥 Watch the follow-up video here