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Pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging, especially for those who experience hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a severe form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. But what happens after birth, and how can you prepare for a future pregnancy after an HG experience?

In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere is joined by Rebekah Yager of A Fertile Life to discuss postpartum recovery after HG and considerations for those thinking about becoming pregnant again. They explore the importance of recovery, navigating the physical and emotional effects of a difficult pregnancy, and preparing for a future pregnancy with greater support and resources.

Whether you have experienced HG yourself, are recovering from a challenging pregnancy, or are considering expanding your family, this conversation offers insight into the importance of preparation, individualized support, and caring for yourself through every stage of the reproductive journey.

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Rebekah Yager of A Fertile Life shares her perspective on postpartum recovery and preparing for pregnancy after hyperemesis gravidarum, helping listeners better understand the support and planning that may be needed along the way.

This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off.

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Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

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After fourteen years of supporting families as a doula and experiencing motherhood herself, Kristin Revere has learned that some things you just can’t fully understand until you’ve been through them.

In this solo episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin shares what she wishes more expecting parents knew about birth, postpartum, relationships, and those early days with a new baby. She talks about why you can prepare for birth without being able to control the outcome, why having an involved partner makes such a difference, and why accepting help is not a sign of failure.

Kristin also shares her thoughts on setting boundaries with family, navigating the overwhelming amount of advice available online, and giving yourself time to recover and adjust to life with a baby. These conversations are at the heart of her work with families and her book, Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, co-authored with Alyssa Veneklase.

You don’t have to love every minute, and you don’t have to do it all on your own. There is no prize for doing postpartum alone, and your well-being matters just as much as your baby’s.

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Expecting a baby or preparing to welcome another little one? Tune in to this episode of Ask the Doulas for an honest conversation about what to expect, what you can let go of, and how to give yourself more grace during the transition to parenthood. Kristin’s years of experience supporting families offer a reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out, and you deserve support, too. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

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High blood pressure during pregnancy can be concerning, particularly when it develops into gestational hypertension or preeclampsia. But what role can nutrition play in supporting maternal health?

In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere talks with registered dietitian and nutrition expert Lily Nichols about nutrition, hypertension, and preeclampsia during pregnancy. They discuss the connection between nutrition and blood pressure, important nutrients during pregnancy, blood sugar regulation, hydration, and practical ways to build balanced meals.

Lily also shares an evidence-informed perspective on what nutrition can and cannot do when blood pressure becomes a concern, and why understanding the difference between supporting your health through nutrition and treating a medical condition is so important.

Whether you are preparing for pregnancy, currently pregnant, or have questions about gestational hypertension or preeclampsia, this conversation offers practical information to help you feel more informed about nutrition and maternal health.

High blood pressure and symptoms of preeclampsia during pregnancy should always be discussed with your healthcare provider. Nutrition is one part of comprehensive prenatal care and does not replace medical evaluation, monitoring, or treatment.

Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition® and the author of three books: Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes.

Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below:

https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas

Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.