Pregnancy After 40

An unhealthy first marriage resulted in an unhealthy, overweight, stay-at-home mom of 3 boys for our guest Melinda for years. As a divorcee, she then became responsible for caring for and financially supporting her sons and she didn't know what to do. Unhappy with her own physical appearance, Melinda lacked the self-confidence to even go out and apply for a job. Determined to change that though, Melinda transformed not only her body, but her life altogether. At 40 years old she was in better health than she had ever been and was involved with a great man to whom she married shortly thereafter. Melinda's amazing health journey led to increased fertility and she conceived shortly after getting married to the love of her life. Tune in to this episode to hear Melinda's truly inspiring transformation and her entire “Pregnancy After 40” Journey and Story. ______________________________________________________________________Melinda's Contact Information: FB: https://www.facebook.com/mkmacedoIG: @melindakatemombossWebsite: coach.optavia.com/melindakate __________________________________________________________________Mark your calendars and be sure to save the date for the upcoming "FERTILITY & PREGNANCY EXPO" on April 30, 2022 in Atlanta, GA!Pre-register today at http://www.fertilitypregnancyexpo.com to receive additional information, including news, speakers, sessions, and tickets directly to your inbox!Sessions & Speakers:* Fertility Experts* Surrogacy & Adoption* IVF, IUI, egg & sperm donation* Diet, Exercise, Health & Wellness* Pregnancy Over 40* Doulas & Midwives* Home births & Birthing Centers* Labor & Delivery* Maternity Clothes* Newborn Baby Products* PostpartumPre-register today for priority tickets & reservations, speakers, sessions & panels, and vendors delivered directly to your inbox!This will be an in-person event, however, seating is limited due to Covid-19 (Out of an abundance of caution, all attendees will be required to wear masks at this event)________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com"50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Mom at 44; Author at 46; Cancer-Kicker at 48; YouTuber at 50! After becoming a mother for the first time at 44 years old, writing a book titled, "The Joy of Later Motherhood" and then becoming a mentor and fertility coach, Bettina Gordon - Wayne empowers women from all over the world by living and promoting her "It's Never Too Late to Live the Life You Love, Reinvent Successfully, and Defy Aging Along the Way!" mantra. In this Pregnancy After 40 Podcast interview, Bettina shares her life journey over 40, which includes having her son at 44 years old, which she credits to several things that she practiced and incorporated into her life before she conceived. Open, honest, and funny, Bettina is an inspiration to all women over 40 years as it relates to pregnancy, career, peace, and happiness! ABOUT BETTINA: “Never give up on your dream! Age is a number, not your destiny.” - Bettina Gordon-Wayne Bettina Gordon-Wayne is a seasoned journalist, bestselling author, and certified mental strength trainer who helps women overcome their limiting beliefs around age and start (or expand) their families when the time is right for them - and if that is over the age of 40, then that's the best time! As a European living in the USA, Bettina has re-invented herself multiple times in her life, especially recently: she became a first-time mother at the age of 44 and wrote her first bestselling book “The Joy of Later Motherhood” to also showcase other women who had their first kid(s) past their 40s birthdays. GIFT: every reader of The Joy of Later Motherhood can unlock the book bonus interviews right here:https://www.bettinagordon.com/joyFollow Bettina on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQmHxlonI5kQ1vfuVqvxKFA?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettina.gordon/ For additional information and to contact Bettina Gordon - Wayne, visit: https://www.bettinagordon.com/ For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com For "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytips Website: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterforty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnancyafterforty/ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!!! Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional. #pregnancyafter40 #pregnancyover40 #michellejohnson #fertilitytips #bettinagordon #thejoyoflatermotherhood #fertilitycoach

While both of Mary Beth's pregnancies were relatively healthy at 38 and 41, she is very candid in this “Pregnancy After 40” episode about the mental and physical toll that pregnancy had on her which prevented her from truly enjoying the time she spent carrying her daughters. During this journey, Mary Beth talks about how her initial reluctance in having to visit both her OB and MFM Specialist on different days during her 3rd trimester ended up being a lifesaver for her daughter and led to her being induced. She also shares how chiropractic treatments helped alleviate some of her pregnancy-related ailments, both of her traumatic deliveries, and destigmatizing Postpartum Depression (PPD). To hear more, tune in to this episode for Mary Beth's entire “Pregnancy After 40” Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Brief Summary: An easy natural conception for her first child at 39 years old led Leann and her husband to believe that it would not take that long to conceive their second child. Several years later with a miscarriage along the way, Leann shares her “Pregnancy After 40” story and journey, including an emergency induction due to high blood pressure which turned into preeclampsia. Many hours later, Leann's daughter was born several weeks early and had to return to the hospital days after being discharged because their pediatrician initially disregarded the seriousness of their newborn's jaundice, which required an admittance to the hospital again where their baby almost needed a blood transfusion. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Leann's entire “Pregnancy After 40” Journey and Story.______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

In this solo episode with Host, Michelle Johnson, she talks about the following: * Overview of her over 40 pregnancies & update* The importance of prioritizing your health & mental well-being* 5 Things to Expect when you get pregnant at 40 and older* Future of this Podcast* 2 Huge Announcements ______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Brief Summary: In this 2 part episode, Linsey Griffith, Doula and founder of "The Ohio Doula" group, shares her experience as a surrogate for 2 different couples, how and why she choose to be a surrogate. She also explains her perspective of how she felt about carrying and delivering a baby for another couple, how she coped emotionally and how she explained it to her children when the babies didn't come home with her after all was said and done.ABOUT LINSEY GRIFFITH: Linsey Griffith has been a birth professional for over 11 years. and has attended over 225 births. She is a compassionate and experienced Doula, Surrogate, Childbirth Educator, and Placenta Encapsulator. She completed Labor Doula training with DONA in 2007 & 2017 and with ToLabor in 2015. She is also currently certified in HypnoBirthing, Lamaze, and Lactation Counselor. For more information about Linsey and her services, please visit: http://www.theohiodoula.com/ ************************************************************************ For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytips Website: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterforty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnancyafterforty/PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!!! Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional. #pregnancyafter40 #pregnancyover40 #michellejohnson #fertilitytips #linseygriffith #theohiodoula #placentaencapsulation #childbirtheducator #surrogate #lamazeinstructor

In this 2 part episode interview, Linsey Griffith, Doula and founder of "The Ohio Doula" group, shares her expertise on the increasingly popular HYPNOBIRTHING technique during labor, placenta encapsulation process and procedure, and why so many women are now requesting PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION immediately after birth! ABOUT LINSEY GRIFFITH: Linsey Griffith has been a birth professional for over 11 years. and has attended over 225 births. She is a compassionate and experienced Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Placenta Encapsulator. She completed Labor Doula training with DONA in 2007 & 2017 and with ToLabor in 2015. She is also currently certified in HypnoBirthing, Lamaze, and Lactation Counselor. For more information about Linsey and her services, please visit: http://www.theohiodoula.com/ ************************************************************************ For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytips Website: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterforty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnancyafterforty/PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!!! Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host's and guest's experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional. #pregnancyafter40 #pregnancyover40 #michellejohnson #fertilitytips #linseygriffith #theohiodoula #placentaencapsulation #childbirtheducator #surrogate #lamazeinstructor

In this 2-part episode, Emilia shares how her first miscarriage was one of the most devastating experiences that she had ever experienced. To get through it all, Emelia not only founded a community of women who had previous pregnancy losses, but she also wrote a book about her experience to process the trauma and subsequently changed her whole lifestyle. Her change in lifestyle included quitting her high stress job and nutritional supplements that she attributes to her finally being able to conceive in her 40’s. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Emilia’s entire “Pregnancy After 40” Journey and Story. Resources: Shaklee Multivitamins - https://us.shaklee.com/______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

In this 2-part episode, Emilia shares how her first miscarriage was one of the most devastating experiences that she had ever experienced. To get through it all, Emelia not only founded a community of women who had previous pregnancy losses, but she also wrote a book about her experience to process the trauma and subsequently changed her whole lifestyle. Her change in lifestyle included quitting her high-stress job and nutritional supplements that she attributes to her finally being able to conceive in her 40’s. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Emilia’s entire “Pregnancy After 40” Journey and Story. Resources: Shaklee Multivitamins - https://us.shaklee.com/______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

In this episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd shares how she helps women struggling with Postpartum thyroiditis, Hashimoto’s and how to workout without burning out as a new mama so you can feel your best and show up for the people that matter the most. ABOUT DR. EMILY T. KIBERD:After having her first baby, Dr. Kiberd was chronically sick and didn’t feel like herself. She was:*Exhausted even after sleeping 14 hours a night*Gaining weight no matter how much she worked out*Struggled to finish her sentences*In chronic pain with full-body joint and muscle aches*Constantly injuring herself when she tried to workoutEven 12 years as a Doctor of Chiropractic medicine, Emily had to look past her current knowledge of biomechanical joint and muscle pain to heal her body.The major factor that helped heal her Thyroid was working out smarter, not harder, to lose the stubborn weight and beat the fatigue.She learned how to feed and train the muscle to feel strong, beat fatigue, and get her confidence back.Since then, she has helped thousands of women do the same…lose weight, reclaim their energy, and feel empowered in their body! To contact Dr. Emily Kiberd, visit: www.dremilykiberd.com______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Traveling the world as a member of a singing group in her 20’s and 30’s, Jake reconnected with her life’s true love in her 40’s and immediately went to a reproductive specialist to try to conceive a baby while she had time. After multiple losses and procedures throughout the years and being told that she had a less than 5% chance of having a viable pregnancy, Jake got pregnant via egg donation from a younger family member.While Jake had several issues during her pregnancy, she ultimately gave birth to her beautiful baby girl at the age of 51 years old, with an amazing support team comprised of her OB, doula, and holistic advisor. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Jake’s entire “Pregnancy after 40” Journey and Story.For more information on Jake, visit: www.TheJakeTake.com and/or her social media pages on Facebook and Instragram ______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Join us this episode as Ryan Kipping, a clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Lactation Educator, and Author of "The Feel-Good Pregnancy Cookbook" shares how she helps women feel confident in their ability to properly nourish a growing baby through a real food approach. ABOUT RYANN KIPPING: Ryann is the founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist, a virtual nutrition private practice, which focuses on preparing women for pregnancy and conquering nutrition during and after pregnancy. She is also the founder of The Prenatal Nutrition Library, an online community for evidence-based nutrition information before and during pregnancy.Ryann has helped hundreds of women escape confusing and outdated nutrition information to find a happy, feel-good pregnancy. Simply put, advice to “take a prenatal vitamin” is not enough. If there is any time in your life to make nutrition a priority, it’s now. Eating for two people is different than eating for one. Appetite changes, intense cravings, morning sickness, and heartburn comes in winds and you’re forced to lean into your body’s cues like never before. During pregnancy, you have to eat intentionally and I’m here to make it easy for you. I’ve done all the research, so you don’t have to spend another minute debating your every bite. Having the “pregnancy glow” is great and all, but feeling that glow (confidence, nourishment, and energy) on the inside is what matters the most. Ryann also creates content daily for her popular Instagram account @prenatalnutritionist. For additional information about Ryann Kipping or her services, visit: https://www.theprenatalnutritionist.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytips Website: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregn... Instagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Being proactive about freezing her eggs “before it was too late” in her 30’s, Katie thought this was the responsible thing to do after her recent divorce until Mr. Right came along. A few years later, Katie met her husband at 41 years old and when they married they immediately transferred Katie’s eggs, but it unsuccessful by all accounts. As a result, the couple was told that Katie had a less than 1% chance of conceiving with her own eggs and was advised to use an egg donor. Believing what the doctors were telling her, Katie began the egg donor search, but wasn’t comfortable with the whole process and wanted to try IVF before using donor eggs.After years of multiple pregnancies, Katie experienced several miscarriages and was devastated. Giving up hope of conceiving with her own eggs, Katie finally convinced herself to go the egg donor route if her upcoming IVF transfer was unsuccessful and started taking hormone injections again, and then she found out that she conceived naturally. However, instead of being excited, Katie was terrified of losing her baby throughout her entire pregnancy due to having several previous miscarriages. Katie’s very honest “Pregnancy After 40” interview reminds us that all our feelings are valid when it comes to TTC, miscarrying and getting pregnant thereafter. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Katie’s entire “Pregnancy after 40” Journey and Story. ______________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

In this episode, Freya Morani, Birth Doula and Wellness & Fertility Consultant shares how diet and nutrition can and will improve your fertility and the services that she offers as a birth doula. About Freya Morani: Freya Mórani is the Founder and CEO of RootMama. She is a certified doula, trained breastfeeding educator, childbirth educator, and wellness coach. She provides intuitive and professional support to women, infants, and families during preconception, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.Her healing journey began during her freshman year in college in Atlanta, GA by cutting out fast food and eating better. Step by step, she incorporated more healthy changes over the years including becoming vegetarian around 2008. Freya became interested in becoming a doula after watching Shafia Monroe's presentation on the Legacy of the Black Midwife in 2011. Shortly thereafter, she coupled her knowledge of healing the womb with her professional doula training to create the wellness company RootMama. Freya is unique in her approach to supporting women achieve their wellness goals and live their best life. Her belief in the utmost importance of the woman's total health and vitality is what motivates her work through RootMama. Freya continues to level up her professional skills by raking up continuing education hours, training, mentorship, and self-led studies.Additionally, Freya gives exceptional emotional and comfort support to moms and families. She has a wealth of knowledge in birthing practices, birthing options, comfort measures for mothers, breastfeeding techniques, and infant care. She helps moms feel confident, prepared, and well-informed about their births.For more information about Freya and the services that she provides, visit: https://www.rootmama.co/___________________________________________________________________________For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, please visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com "50 Fertility Tips for Women Over 40 TTC" visit: www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/fertilitytipsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pregnancyafterfortyInstagram: @pregnancyafterfortyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT our Podcast!!!!Disclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

After having a highly lucrative career and achieving financial success, Q didn’t stress about having a baby until one day she realized that she was in her 40’s and was missing the one thing that would make her life complete – a baby. To avoid spending too much time trying to conceive naturally on her own, Q and her husband sought the assistance of Fertility Specialists to help them have a baby after several months of trying. With no known infertility issues, Q was unaware of the emotional and physical journey that she was about to encounter in trying to conceive her baby. Several failed IVF attempts, a fertility clinic error, relocation to another state, and frustration, Q finally had a successful transfer after a simple change to her treatments. Fortunately, once pregnant, things went relatively smooth, as pregnancy was the calm before the storm of having a newborn for the first time mom in her 40’s. Being as candid as ever, Q talks about the things that no one tells you about having a baby and newborn. Initially struggling to find a balance and her sanity, Q took matters into her own hands and made decisions that were in the best interest of herself, baby and husband. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Q’s full 2-part Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTipsDisclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

After having a highly lucrative career and achieving financial success, Q didn’t stress about having a baby until one day she realized that she was in her 40’s and was missing the one thing that would make her life complete – a baby. To avoid spending too much time trying to conceive naturally on her own, Q and her husband sought the assistance of Fertility Specialists to help them have a baby after several months of trying. With no known infertility issues, Q was unaware of the emotional and physical journey that she was about to encounter in trying to conceive her baby. Several failed IVF attempts, a fertility clinic error, relocation to another state, and frustration, Q finally had a successful transfer after a simple change to her treatments. Fortunately, once pregnant, things went relatively smooth, as pregnancy was the calm before the storm of having a newborn for the first time mom in her 40’s. Being as candid as ever, Q talks about the things that no one tells you about having a baby and newborn. Initially struggling to find a balance and her sanity, Q took matters into her own hands and made decisions that were in the best interest of herself, baby and husband. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Q’s full 2-part Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTipsDisclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

In this episode, Deb Flashenberg, a Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Director & Childbirth Educator and Founder of the "Prenatal Yoga Center" discusses:* How the "Prenatal Yoga Center" Guides you through the sometimes bumpy road of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood; * How she educates women to make informed decisions about their unique pregnancy and birth allowing them to be an active participant in this experience; *How Yoga provides more ease, balance, and comfort to your body to help you have a more functional birth.To hear more, tune in to this episode as Deb shares her yoga and childbirth expertise.Also, to learn more about Deb Flashenberg and the Prenatal Yoga Center, visit: www.PrenatalYogaCenter.comFor additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTips

Sophia was told in 2017 by her doctor that she would not need birth control because she had huge fibroids and endometriosis and informed that pregnancy was not possible. She accepted the fact that she wouldn’t have any more children but continued to suffer with the pain associated with having fibroids a few more years until it was unbearable. She was advised that the only way to alleviate the pain caused by the fibroids was to have a hysterectomy. Being in her 40’s already and already having 2 older daughters, Sophia agreed to have the major procedure to have her uterus surgically removed. However, 2 weeks before the scheduled surgery, Sophia went in for pre-op only to find out that she was pregnant. In complete shock of this news, the surgery was obviously canceled, she had the baby and during delivery, the fibroids and endometriosis passed as well. This is an amazing story of being told by a medical professional that there was zero chance in conceiving again to having a baby over 40 years old. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Sophia’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTipsDisclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Casey Seiden, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist, has a passion for helping women to eat well together with their diabetes. She helps women with gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes, and type II diabetes have balanced blood sugars, all while feeling less stressed and trapped by a restrictive diet plan. Nutrition looks different for each of us, but Casey believes that delicious food should always be the foundation. As a food-loving dietitian, Casey’s mission is to help women who are TTC and pregnant to uncomplicate nutrition and enjoy all foods with less stress. She helps women gain confidence in navigating their relationship with food and health in order to feel their absolute best. We all eat, so her goal is to journey the road together. Casey’s passion is to inspire pregnant women to eat well through realistic and nourishing recipes, share advice and evidence-based recommendations for your nutrition concerns, and support you in finding peace with food and your body. To hear more, tune in to this episode with Casey as she shares her nutrition and gestational diabetes advice and expertise.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTipsTo contact Casey Seiden and to learn more about her Nutrition and Gestational Diabetes Programs, visit: www.caseyseidennutrition.comDisclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion, and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Not having been on any form of birth control since her mid 30’s, neither Jessica, her husband or her 14-year-old daughter expected her to have a baby at 41 years old. And while Jessica and her husband soon embraced the arrival of a new baby, their daughter, who vehemently opposed having a sibling, was a harder sell. Having to deal their daughter’s shock and anger in having a new baby in the home, this was the hardest part of Jessica’s pregnancy, but she shares how the couple was able to overcome this hurdle. Additionally, Jessica shares how she dealt with her surprise diagnosis of having Gestational Diabetes, how following a Keto diet may have played a part in conceiving naturally, why she skipped genetic and the Nipt testing, and the reason for choosing to pump exclusively from day one. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Jessica’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookAlso, if you’re trying to conceive (TTC), check out our “50 Fertility Tips for Women over 40” by visiting www.PregnancyAfterForty.com/FertilityTipsDisclaimer: The content in this podcast episode article is merely the host’s and guest’s experience, opinion and information - not advice. If you have questions, you should always seek the advice of a doctor or another appropriate medical professional.

Ashley Brichter, a certified childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula, and lactation counselor is the founder of Birth Smarter, which provides relevant and inclusive education for expectant parents virtually across the world. With over a decade of experience supporting new parents, Ashley provides one-on-one support, group classes, lectures, and distance learning for the perinatal population and the professionals who serve them. After the birth of her first child in 2014, Ashley became driven to understand birth physiology on a deeper level. Better for it, she coined the 3-Actions of Physiological Birth, the core of Birth Smarter’s curriculum. Ashley shares her fresh perspective on pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting to individuals and groups. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Ashley’s childbirth advice and suggestions for expectant moms of all ages.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookTo contact Ashley and to learn more about her Childbirth Courses, visit: https://birthsmarter.com/

With her husband being told flat out that he would never be able to have children, both Joanna and her husband were shocked and excited when they found out that they were expecting a baby together. However, being treated for anxiety and a degenerative disc condition for years, fear and paranoia reared their ugly heads during this pregnancy for Joanna, especially since her doctor was constantly reminding her of all the risks of having a baby at 42 years old. Joanna shares how she was weaned from several medications for both anxiety and pain during this pregnancy, how she controlled her gestational diabetes and consulting with a lactation specialist to help with nursing her newborn. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Joanna’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on Facebook

Defining herself as a “Realist but also an Optimist” who treats patients, not numbers on paper, Dr. Ellen Wood has over 20 years of infertility experience and shares how she helps women in achieving their dreams of conceiving and having a baby at an advanced age. An advocate of achieving that dream using various methods, Dr. Wood gives advice and suggestions on conceiving regardless of the method, including naturally, hormone therapy, IUI, IVF and/or Egg Donation and more. Dr. Wood is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and in the subspecialty of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and currently treats patients at IVFMD in Cooper City, Florida. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Dr. Ellen Wood’s fertility advice and suggestions for both men and women, especially for those who are over 40 years old.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookTo contact Dr. Wood, visit: https://www.ivfmd.com

Already having 4 children, with her youngest being 14 years old, and thinking that she was done having children and accepting the fact that she was pre-menopausal, Rachel was stunned when she found out that she was unknowingly 18 weeks pregnant. Initially being concerned about having a baby at this age, Rachel soon embraced this pregnancy and chronicled her entire Pregnancy After 40 Journey on Instagram. Hailing from Australia, super positive and motivational, and refreshingly honest, Rachel had a textbook pregnancy and delivery at 46, which she believes was the result of being naturally fit all her life. Sharing her labor via video on her timeline, Rachel shows how she labored and delivered naturally and unmedicated despite her healthcare provider trying to discourage her from having a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). To hear more, tune in to this episode for Rachel’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.com and/or join our “Pregnancy After Forty Private Group” on FacebookVisit Rachel’s “Pregnancy After 40” Journey on Instagram @realrach_74

As a result of Dr. Robert Setton and his wife struggling with infertility and conceiving a baby on their own, he decided to changed his medical specialty from cardiology to reproductive endocrinology to assist other women and their partners to conceive. Experiencing several failed IVF transfers and being told that his wife would never be able to conceive using her own eggs at 40 years old, nothing was further from the truth as the couple now has 4 children who were all conceived naturally. Now a fertility expert at Shady Grove Fertility in New York, Dr. Setton sits down with us and tells his own personal experience with infertility from his perspective and how he approaches and treats his patients in their fertility journey. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Dr. Robert Setton’s fertility advice and suggestions for both men and women, especially for those over 40 years old.For additional Pregnancy After 40 resources, visit www.PregnancyAfterForty.comTo contact Dr. Setton, visit: www.ShadyGroveFertility.com

As an athlete all of her life, Kelly was devastated when she became disabled as a result of a spinal condition in her early 30’s. Soon confined to a wheelchair Kelly found peace and encouragement in her friend turned husband, who was also disabled. Desiring to have children, despite their disabilities, the couple tried numerous unsuccessful rounds of IVF and eventually gave up and instead adopted their daughter. However, wanting their daughter to grow up with a sibling, Kelly and her husband decided to try IVF one more time. This time it worked, and Kelly delivered her miracle baby at 48 years old, overcoming several pregnancy related issues. Kelly shares her story to encourage not only women over 40 years old but also disabled women by being an example of a conqueror in life and as a mother. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Kelly’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

Jenny’s first pregnancy in her 20’s ended tragically when she went into preterm labor and had to deliver her son 24 weeks due to having an incompetent cervix. Understandably devastated, Jenny and her husband tried to conceive several years later and began taking progesterone to support her pregnancy. Unfortunately, Jenny suffered a total of 6 miscarriages and finally gave up. Once she let her dream of having a baby go, one night she was advised to take a pregnancy test and to her surprise she was pregnant again. She immediately began taking progesterone again and delivered her first son at 38 years old. And her second at 42 years old. And then her third at 45 years old. Now with 2 boys and a girl, all naturally conceived, Jenny is truly a testament to “delay is not denial!” Despite being diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes while pregnant with her second son, it never went away and she was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes after his birth which she has been able to control with her diet. An amazing story of grief and hopelessness to surprise and elation, Jenny is an inspiration. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Jenny’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

After 14 years of unsuccessfully trying to have a baby both on her own and via IVF multiple times, Sara and her husband began to accept the fact that they wouldn’t have any children, especially after being diagnosed with PCOS, Type 1 Diabetes and an autoimmune disease in her teens. Sara never had periods on her own unless she was put on medication or hormones to force them happen. With IVF treatments she was able to conceive yet suffered countless miscarriages over the years. As a result, it was understandable why she wanted to throw in the towel. However, in the beginning of 2017, Sara began making some changes her lifestyle that resulted in her having her first period without being medically induced. Later that year, Sara became pregnant, naturally at 40 years old giving birth to her first baby at 41 years old, albiet with a few pregnancy complications and preterm labor. Now 43, Sara and her husband are trying again for another baby to add to the clan. This episode is truly an amazing and inspiring story of never giving up on your desire to have a baby over 40 years old. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Sara’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

Despite being pregnant 6 times and this being her 5th baby, this pregnancy at 40 years old proved to be the most challenging of them all for Tanya. After miscarrying her first child due to an incompetent cervix, Tanya was all too familiar with needing and having a cerclage for the remainder of her pregnancies in order to successfully deliver. However, during this pregnancy at 40 years old, not only did she have her cerclage done early in the pregnancy, Tanya also experienced a subchorionic hemorrhage and placental separation during the 2nd trimester, which forced her to go on bedrest for the remainder of her pregnancy. Additionally, since protocols changed as a result of the pandemic, Tanya was officially diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes out of an abundance of caution even though she was never able to take the 3 hour glucose test, which she controlled through her diet. With all of that, Tanya started experiencing preterm contractions at 26 weeks, which medication was able to stop, however, she still went into preterm labor at 36 weeks and had her daughter prematurely, who was diagnosed with a heart arrhythmia while in utero. In this 2-part episode, Tanya also talks about experiencing Postpartum Depression with a previous child and how she hopes the stigma of seeking treatment for it has decreased as well as her delivery experience. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Tanya’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

Despite being pregnant 6 times and this being her 5th baby, this pregnancy at 40 years old proved to be the most challenging of them all for Tanya. After miscarrying her first child due to an incompetent cervix, Tanya was all too familiar with needing and having a cerclage for the remainder of her pregnancies in order to successfully deliver. However, during this pregnancy at 40 years old, not only did she have her cerclage done early in the pregnancy, Tanya also experienced a subchorionic hemorrhage and placental separation during the 2nd trimester, which forced her to go on bedrest for the remainder of her pregnancy. Additionally, since protocols changed as a result of the pandemic, Tanya was officially diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes out of an abundance of caution even though she was never able to take the 3 hour glucose test, which she controlled through her diet. With all of that, Tanya started experiencing preterm contractions at 26 weeks, which medication was able to stop, however, she still went into preterm labor at 36 weeks and had her daughter prematurely, who was diagnosed with a heart arrhythmia while in utero. In this 2-part episode, Tanya also talks about experiencing Postpartum Depression with a previous child and how she hopes the stigma of seeking treatment for it has decreased as well as her delivery experience. To hear more, tune in to this episode for Tanya’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

Sheka thought that her chances of getting pregnant at 40 naturally were pretty good, however, after taking the Clomid Challenge she found out that she had PCOS and was not ovulating (despite having regular monthly periods). Upon finding that out, Sheka and her husband immediately elected for her to do fertility treatments and hormone therapy. They also opted to do Intrauterine Fertilization to increase their chances of conceiving even more. After 2 attempts of suffering a blighted ovum and miscarriage, Sheka became pregnant within 6 months of hormone therapy and talks in depth about her pregnancy, morning sickness, delivery, hiring a Doula after the birth of her daughter and overcoming the “Baby Blues” and Postpartum Depression. Tune in to this episode for Sheka’s full Pregnancy after 40 Journey and Story.

After experiencing a previous miscarriage at 42 and thinking she was premenopausal a year later, Rubie and her husband were ecstatic when she naturally became pregnant again at 43 years old. However, with 2 previous pregnancies in which she had to have a cerclage, she knew this procedure would be inevitable again with this pregnancy. Rubie shares her descriptive story of how she became very ill with the Flu in the first trimester, having another cerclage, dealing with Gestational Diabetes and ultimately having to go on insulin to having an emergency induction of her son after experiencing a severe headache the previous day, despite her not having preeclampsia. Tune in to this 2 part episode for Rubie’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

After experiencing a previous miscarriage at 42 and thinking she was premenopausal a year later, Rubie and her husband were ecstatic when she naturally became pregnant again at 43 years old. However, with 2 previous pregnancies in which she had to have a cerclage, she knew this procedure would be inevitable again with this pregnancy. Rubie shares her descriptive story of how she became very ill with the Flu in the first trimester, having another cerclage, dealing with Gestational Diabetes and ultimately having to go on insulin to having an emergency induction of her son after experiencing a severe headache the previous day, despite her not having preeclampsia. Tune in to this 2 part episode for Rubie’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

At 40 years old, Katherina thought she was premenopausal due to irregular cycles, only to find out that she was pregnant 2 months later. Having a stroke in her 20’s and developing Type 2 Diabetes after having her son in her 30’s, Katherina was not expecting for her and her longtime partner to have another baby – but he was very welcome into their lives. However, suffering from debilitating and extreme bloating, an over production of the Relaxin hormone, being overweight and in her 40’s, this pregnancy was challenging. Katerina ended up having an emergency pre-term induction and c-section only to be separated from her newborn due to him being in the NICU was even more exasperating. Tune in to this episode for Katherina’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

Fertility Coach, Speaker and Author of “Cracking the Egg Myth: Proven Ways to Improve Egg Quality,” Julie Chang joins us in this informative episode to share some nuggets on how to not only become pregnant after 40 years old, but she also shares how to increase your chances of staying pregnant to deliver a healthy baby. From overcoming low AMH, progesterone, consuming a keto based diet, fertility tips and improving sperm quality, Julie explains it all. Grab your pen and pad or simply purchase her book and learn how to increase your egg quality in order to conceive. Tune in to this episode for Julie’s advice, knowledge and expertise on becoming pregnant after 40.

At 46 years old, Stephanie didn’t plan on getting pregnant again after already having 5 children, however, God had another plan for her and her 52 year old husband. And while still fertile in her 40’s, upon finding out she was pregnant with her latest baby, she still had a concern of miscarrying after having 5 previous miscarriages in between her other children. In this awesome episode, Stephanie talks about having a D&C vs. naturally passing after a miscarriage and the introduction of Progesterone and DHA to support her pregnancy. Additionally, she explains being diagnosed and dealing with Gestational Diabetes and the discovery of a choroidal plexus cysts in her unborn child. After going through those issues, Stephanie also talks about her decision to not find out the sex of her baby prior to delivery, fashionable maternity clothes and breastfeeding. Tune in to this episode for Stephanie’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

In a perfect place with all the support in the world, pregnancy and being a new mother is not easy by any means. But when you have to go through this journey being single, its even harder. However, Risha handled her pregnancy and motherhood as a single working professional woman like a pro. Dealing with several pregnancy related issues while at the same time raising a preteen son and working, Risha was able to overcome every situation that came her way, despite not being in the same home as the father of her baby. In this 2 part episode, Risha gives a very open, honest and candid interview of her Pregnancy After 40 journey as a single woman and gives you the strength to make it through as a mother period!

In a perfect place with all the support in the world, pregnancy and being a new mother is not easy by any means. But when you have to go through this journey being single, its even harder. However, Risha handled her pregnancy and motherhood as a single working professional woman like a pro. Dealing with several pregnancy related issues while at the same time raising a preteen son and working, Risha was able to overcome every situation that came her way, despite not being in the same home as the father of her baby. In this 2 part episode, Risha gives a very open, honest and candid interview of her Pregnancy After 40 journey as a single woman and gives you the strength to make it through as a mother period!

In her late 30’s, Wendy, a prenatal yoga therapist, and her husband started contemplating having a baby after being married for many years without having children. After this discussion and on a fateful day during a delayed honeymoon, while using the “pullout method”, Wendy became pregnant, only to miscarry at the end of her first trimester. After a chemical pregnancy shortly after that, Wendy became pregnant a third time and delivered her son at the age of 40. Experiencing the inability to urinate and massive bleeding as a result of a subchorionic hemorrhage in the beginning of her second trimester, with some minimal medical intervention and rest, Wendy was able to deal with her both her losses and pregnancy complications by implementing and practicing yoga therapy. Wendy also discusses using a birth doula, consulting a lactation specialist, blood cord banking, and supplementing with Organic formula. Tune in to this episode to hear Wendy’s full Pregnancy After 40 journey and story.

Heading into her 40’s and having a blighted ovum leading to a pregnancy loss, Jodie and her husband knew that they wanted to have a baby. In preparation for this, Jodie prepared her body to become and stay pregnant for 2 years prior to actually becoming pregnant after 40 by changing her diet, exercising, taking vitamins and tracking her fertility. Amazingly, with all of these healthy physical and life changes, Jodie noted how much easier that her pregnancy in her 40’s was compared to her 20 something pregnancy when she had her daughter. While basically having an uneventful pregnancy at 42, Jodie talks about her decision to have a doula, using a lactation specialist and how she sleep trained her newborn. Tune in to this episode for Jodie’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

Becoming pregnant at 44 after a 10 year gap was not planned for our next guest Heather, but it was still a welcomed surprise. However, dealing with early 1st trimester spotting, having a history of cervical polyps, skipping recommended genetic testing and the passing of her mom, anxiety reared its ugly head during this pregnancy for her. Despite all of these challenges though, Heather remained a beacon of hope for herself, family as well as to our other Pregnancy After 40 Facebook Group members and she anticipated baby Will’s natural birth and arrival along with her husband other 3 sons. Tune in to this episode for Heather’s full pregnancy after 40 journey and story.

When Host, Michelle Johnson, became pregnant at the age of 40, she immediately scoured the internet for pregnancy information for women her age, only to be inundated with daunting statistics and risks from medical professionals, individuals and articles. Not succumbing to all of the negative information, Michelle began a private Facebook Group to both give and receive encouragement to other women in the same situation. Since that time, Michelle gave birth to 2 sons, one at 41 and the other at 43, with a miscarriage in between. Having a daughter at the age of 25 from a prior relationship, Michelle brings her perspective of being a single parent, getting pregnant naturally and having 2 children after the age of 40. She also shares her experiences of miscarrying, having a subchorionic hemorrhage, acid reflux, gestational diabetes, swelling, fetal growth restriction (IUGR), being induced and other pregnancy after 40 issues during her pregnancies. She also talks about her journey from creating the Facebook Group, Website, Articles and now this Podcast. Tune in to this introduction episode to hear more about Michelle and the Pregnancy After 40 Podcast.