The Oh Baybee! Podcast

Send us a text In 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 ...

Send us a text Feeling 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 → calmW...

Send us a text EP 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 + breastfeeding...

Send us a text EP 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 ✔️...

Send us a text EP 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”...

Send us a text EP 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...

Send us a text EP 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...

Send us a text EP 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...

Send us a text EP 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 f...

Send us a text EP 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 ...

Send us a text EP 105: If something about the way birth is "sold" to first-time moms has ever felt off to you… you’re not wrong. In this episode, I’m exposing the top 3 LIES the birth industry tells pregnant moms that keep you anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck on the Google-Go-Round. 😩 We’re talking: Why “just trust the doctor” is keeping you silent when you should be asking questionsThe truth about pain in labor (and what actually helps)And the biggest myth that’s sabotaging breast...

Send us a text EP: 104 Feeling overwhelmed even though you’ve done all the research? You’re not alone — and this episode is here to clear things up. Stephanie Poole (doula, lactation consultant, and birth prep expert) breaks down the real reason you still feel unprepared for birth — and what you actually need to feel calm, confident, and ready for labor. In this no-fluff, straight-talking episode, you’ll learn: Why “just trust your body” isn’t enough (and what to do instead)The truth about th...

Send us a text EP: 103 In this week’s episode of Oh Baybee!, we’re diving deep into what it really feels like to be 32 weeks pregnant — and mama, it’s more than just counting kicks and decorating the nursery. You’ll hear what most pregnancy books leave out: ✔️ The brain changes happening in you AND your baby ✔️ Why your emotions are all over the place (and how that’s helping you prep for labor) ✔️ What to do when your body feels like it’s falling apart ✔️ The essential (but oft...

Send us a text EP 102: 💛 If you're pregnant and planning to breastfeed—but low-key freaking out about how it all works—you’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down everything I wish someone told me before I breastfed for the first time. This is your no-fluff guide to understanding what to expect in the first 24 hours, how to avoid the most common mistakes, and how to get your baby to latch without the tears and stress. This episode was voted on by YOU in a recent poll, so I know ...

Send us a text EP: 101 Welcome to week 30, mama! 🎉 You’re deep into the third trimester, and while baby’s growing fast, so are the less-talked-about symptoms, emotions, and changes happening in your body. In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually happens at 30 weeks pregnant—and not just the textbook stuff. We’re getting into the emotional rollercoaster, the pelvic pressure no one prepares you for, and the early feeding prep you can (and should) start now. I’ll also be sharing some pow...