TRUTH or SCARE - Labor Nurse Fact Checks Birth Myths!

Ok I'm a labor and delivery nurse, a certified breastfeeding specialist AND a mom of 4 - so I consider myself a bit of an expert in the childbirth and breastfeeding world. And nothing drives me more batty than all those birth a women's health myths floating around on the internet! So today I am here to bust some of the most common childbirth myths and breastfeeding myths I hear every day—from the infamous pump and dump myth to the truth about alcohol and breast milk. Can you really have a glass of wine while nursing? Do bigger breasts mean more milk supply? And what does losing your mucus plug actually mean for labor? This one is VOLUME 1 of a series that could be as big and exciting as childbirth is! I can guarantee you have heard at least ONE of these birth myths whether you're a first-time mom, a curious partner, or you've given birth too many times to count! Let’s get real about pregnancy education, birth myth busting so you don't have to rely on google for your pregnancy inforrmation and birth tips! #givingbirth #firsttimeparents #firsttimemom #laboranddelivery #laboranddeliverynurse 0:00 - Trailer 0:18 - Introduction 0:30 - Pump and Dump Breastmilk 1:55 - Alcohol and Breastfeeding 3:08 - Drinking as a Breastfeeding Parent 4:05 - Engorgement Relief 4:54 - Breastmilk Alcohol Test Strips 5:36 - Breast Size and Breastmilk Supply 6:25 - Anatomy of a Lactating Breast 7:30 - Size Changes During Pregnancy 8:30 - Mucus Plug 8:55 - What is The Mucus Plug? 10:25 - Preterm Pregnancy and Mucus Plug Loss 10:51 - Closing Thoughts ✨ COURSES NOW AVAILABLE ✨ Prenatal, breastfeeding and coming soon baby care courses, click here ⬇️ https://www.bumptolatch.com/courses Follow me on socials!! More fun things going on there ALWAYS! ⬇️ Tiktok:   / mama_nurse_tina   Instagram:   / mama_nurse_tina   Facebook:   / mamanursetina   DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is strictly for educational and informational purposes only. Any and all information available on this channel is intended for general guidance only and must never be considered a substitute for advice provided by your most responsible health care provider. Although I always do my absolute best to provide you up to date and evidence based information I assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions contained in the content on this channel. This content does not constitute medical, psychological or health advice of any kind. Always consult a professional in the medical and health area for your particular needs and circumstances prior to making any medical or health related decisions.