What to Expect When You're Postpartum | S3E1
Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat
Release Date: 07/01/2025
Leah's Story of Open Adoption | S3E6
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This month on , join host Chloe Belk and author Leah Outten as she shares her story of open adoption from the birth mother’s point of view. Leah is the author of The Sixteenth Year, a birth mother in a fully open adoption, and a mother of five whom she parents with her husband. She is a speaker and passionate advocate in the adoption community. Leah shares her story as God guided her through it, from finding out she was pregnant as a teen, to making an adoption plan, to her relationship with her daughter over twenty years later. Listen in as Leah shares the beauty and difficulties in...
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What to Do When Your Breastfeeding Journey Doesn't Go As Planned | S3E5
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Holly Chandler is on staff at The Pregnancy Network and a great friend of Chloe, host of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat. Join Holly and Chloe as they discuss their breastfeeding journeys, the difficulties they faced, and how to process your breastfeeding journey not going as planned. 00:42: Holly’s Introduction 1:27: Holly’s Journey with Breastfeeding Both of Her Kids 20:32: Emotions Surrounding Breastfeeding Struggles 23:43: Misconceptions About Breastfeeding and Formula Feeding 29:28: Holly’s Advice for the Breastfeeding Mom Who is Struggling 31:30: How Holly’s Experience...
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My baby is here– Now what? The Ins and Outs of Newborn Care | S3E4
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Amanda Somers joins host Chloe Belk to discuss the ins and outs of newborn care. Amanda is a faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network for our Pregnancy 101 class. Tune in as she tackles topics like must-have baby items, infant illness, car seat safety, and more. In a hurry? Skip to the section that’s most relevant to you. 0:30: Amanda’s Introduction 1:35: How to Prepare Before Baby Comes 4:08: Must-Have Baby Items 6:53 Need-to-Know Information about Newborns 10:52: Signs to Watch for When Baby Gets Sick 14:51: Burns, Water Safety, and Falls 19:15: Car Seat Safety 21:51: Amanda’s Why...
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“Just Wait”: Chloe’s Hopeful Take on the Season of Parenthood | S3E3
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Join host Chloe for a solo episode all about the positive “just wait” experiences of motherhood. It’s no secret that new moms get a lot of unsolicited advice, and unfortunately, a lot of it leans negatively. We want to change that. Tune in as Chloe lists and explains some of the best experiences you have to look forward to on your motherhood journey, from one mom to another. Resources Mentioned: Labor and Delivery, Breastfeeding, and More | S1E5: Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat Preparing For Your Hospital Birth | S2E4: Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat
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Lauren's Story: Pregnancy Mental Health Struggles | S3E2
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What to Expect When You're Postpartum | S3E1
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Kyndle Connell joins host Chloe Belk to discuss “What to Expect When You're Postpartum”. Kyndle is a mother-baby nurse and a faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network. Tune in as she tackles topics like what to expect directly after giving birth, what the hospital provides for postpartum recovery, common misconceptions about postpartum, underutilized resources, and more. 00:41: Kyndle’s Introduction 1:08: How Kyndle Got into Mother-Baby Nursing 2:17: Her Favorite Part of Her Job 3:36: What Happens Right After Birth 6:22: How Long You Can Expect to Be in The Hospital...
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Her Story Project—Sarah's Story: Healing After Abortion and Unplanned Pregnancies I S2E8
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Sarah Dove is the Executive Director of Arms of Grace Pregnancy Resource Center in Burlington. She shares her inspiring story of finding healing after experiencing unplanned pregnancies and abortion. Her recovery journey set her on a path to serve others and make an impact through volunteering, and later found a new pregnancy resource center she now leads in Burlington, NC. Sarah encourages that God can redeem in beautiful ways: “You may think you’re fine. You can be fine, or you can be out of this world amazing. God’s abundance is for all of us.” In a hurry? Skip to the section...
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Pregnancy Do's and Don'ts I S2E7
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In this episode of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat, we’re diving into the essential do’s and don'ts of pregnancy to help you navigate this exciting journey with confidence. We’ll break down important steps like taking prenatal vitamins, eating protein-rich meals, staying active, and getting enough rest, as well as the importance of finding the right prenatal care. We’ll also cover key things to avoid, such as alcohol, raw meats, and excessive caffeine, to ensure both you and your baby stay healthy. Tune in for practical tips and expert advice on how to have a safe and successful...
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Your Guide to Breastfeeding I S2E6
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Bonus Episode: Her Story Project—Kari's Story
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The Her Story Project offers a place of inclusion and solidarity among women who have walked through an unplanned pregnancy. Sometimes when we go through tough times in our lives, it’s easy to feel isolated. The Her Story Project is one avenue to remind women that they are not alone. Kari came to The Pregnancy Network unsure about her future and her next steps, but found, "Hope for me, for the future, for my son, for myself and for my daughter." Kari found hope knowing that she wasn’t alone. We hope that hearing her story gives you some encouragement that you too, have the...
info_outlineKyndle Connell joins host Chloe Belk to discuss “What to Expect When You're Postpartum”. Kyndle is a mother-baby nurse and a faithful volunteer at The Pregnancy Network.
Tune in as she tackles topics like what to expect directly after giving birth, what the hospital provides for postpartum recovery, common misconceptions about postpartum, underutilized resources, and more.
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00:41: Kyndle’s Introduction
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1:08: How Kyndle Got into Mother-Baby Nursing
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2:17: Her Favorite Part of Her Job
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3:36: What Happens Right After Birth
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6:22: How Long You Can Expect to Be in The Hospital After Delivery
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8:27: What The Hospital Provides for Postpartum Recovery
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10:21: Misconceptions about Postpartum Recovery
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15:46: How Her Work as a Nurse Impacts Her Work at The Pregnancy Network
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19:48: Kyndle’s Advice for Women Who are Scared to Give Birth
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23:06: Underutilized Resources for Postpartum Women
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24:12: Kyndle’s “Why”
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WIC Episode: https://youtu.be/62hazv43izo?si=wRZBG638Bo-2OaWj