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Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

Bundle Birth, A Nursing Corporation

92 episodes

3 days ago

In this season-six finale of the podcast, Sarah Lavonne and Justine look back on a whirlwind year at Bundle Birth, with new classes, a reboot on YouTube, and new hospital trainings. Sarah shares an “epic fail” at her first Advanced Physiologic Birth training, then explains how the mishap led her to redesign the class and refocus on meeting you where you’re at, giving you the positioning training you want while also being authentic. The pair riff on systemic problems in maternity care, the pow...

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In this season-six finale of the podcast, Sarah Lavonne and Justine look back on a whirlwind year at Bundle Birth, with new classes, a reboot on YouTube, and new hospital trainings. Sarah shares an “epic fail” at her first Advanced Physiologic Birth training, then explains how the mishap led her to redesign the class and refocus on meeting you where you’re at, giving you the positioning training you want while also being authentic. The pair riff on systemic problems in maternity care, the pow...

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Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#91 The One Where Sarah Messes Up

In this season-six finale of the podcast, Sarah Lavonne and Justine look back on a whirlwind year at Bundle Birth, with new classes, a reboot on YouTube, and new hospital trainings. Sarah shares an “epic fail” at her first Advanced Physiologic Birth training, then explains how the mishap led her to redesign the class and refocus on meeting you where you’re at, giving you the positioning training you want while also being authentic. The pair riff on systemic problems in maternity care, the pow...

3 months ago

54 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#90 How Babies Self-Protect in Labor: Intrinsic Factors in Fetal Monitoring

On this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Heidi joins Sarah Lavonne and Justine to explore the fetal monitoring strip from the baby’s perspective and physiology! They reveal how fetal hemoglobin, baroreceptors and chemoreceptors, autonomic tug-of-war, and stress hormones power a baby’s built-in defense system during labor. They talk about why low O2 saturations are normal, what truly triggers variables and lates, and tips to prep for C-EFM certification. Thanks for listeni...

3 months ago

48 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#89 Surviving AFE: From Trauma to Survival to Advocacy with The Birth Trauma Mama

In this powerful episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne and Justine sit down with AFE survivor and trauma therapist Kayleigh Summers, whom you may recognize as @thebirthtraumamama on IG. Kayleigh shares the shocking details of her near-death birth story, the moment everything changed, and the life-saving interventions that brought her back. Now a fierce advocate for trauma-informed care, Kaylee is using her voice to raise awareness about AFE and support survivors. This ...

3 months ago

55 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#88 Truth About Travel Nursing: Pros, Cons, & What You Need to Know

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, we dive into the real, raw truths of travel nursing and the challenges of nursing in general. Our guest, Lluvia Cordero shares about her 12-year experience being a travel nurse. She shares about witnessing and supporting challenging situations, the red flags to watch for, and the power of trusting your instincts. We talk about the freedom of travel nursing, the adventure to the unpredictability, financial highs and lows, and the heavy mo...

4 months ago

49 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#87 Understanding Fetal Oxygenation & Hypoxia in Labor

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine unpack the fetal oxygen pathway, from maternal lungs to the fetus and why it’s foundational to everything we see on our fetal monitors. If you’ve ever wondered how oxygenation impacts heart rate patterns, variability, decelerations, or why tachysystole matters, this conversation connects the pathophysiology to your practice. Justine and Sarah drop clinical gems and challenge the normalization of tachysystole. Let us kno...

4 months ago

26 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#86 A Survival Guide to High Risk Emergencies with Bre Clinger

It’s finally here! Birthed into the world our new OB Emergency Pocket Guide titled, Confidence in Crisis: A Nurse's Pocketbook Guide to Master OB Emergencies. Join Sarah Lavonne as she has a celebratory and educational conversation with Bre Clinger. The guide was created by Bre Clinger, a Bundle Birth Nurse Mentor, to provide nurses with quick-reference information on 17 major obstetric emergencies. In this episode, you’ll get a behind the scenes look at what it took to create the guide, incl...

4 months ago

40 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#85 Content vs. Context: A Shift That Changed Everything

In this soul-stirring episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga dive deep into the powerful shift from content to context—a mindset that invites you to slow down, be present, and choose intentionality in both your personal life and your nursing practice. Together, they explore what it means to stop "should-ing" yourself to death, reclaim your presence at work and at home, and actively participate in your life instead of simply going through the motions...

4 months ago

41 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#84 The Future of Nursing Starts with Us featuring Monica McLemore

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne sits down with the brilliant and unapologetically real Dr. Monica McLemore for a conversation that will shift the way you think about nursing, reproductive health, and your role in this work. From their first meeting to this moment of connection, Sarah and Monica reflect on humility, curiosity, and the humanity at the core of nursing. Dr. McLemore shares her journey—starting as born a preemie to becom...

5 months ago

49 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#83 Turning Off Pitocin in Active Labor?! What’s the Evidence with Jen Atkisson

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine are joined by Bundle Birth Educator and expert witness Jen Atkisson for a practical conversation about how nurses can confidently read, interpret, and apply research in clinical practice. They explore common biases in studies, the difference between statistical and clinical significance, and how research can be both empowering and misused at the bedside. Jen breaks down a recent meta-analysis on discontinuing Pitocin in...

5 months ago

39 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#82 What Nurses Can Learn from Childbirth Education

Think you know birth? In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga dive into why every nurse should take a childbirth class—no matter where you are in your career. From surprising lessons learned to the gaps in patient and traditional nurse education, they unpack why patients should take a childbirth class and what nurses can learn from childbirth education and how it can strengthen your patient care. Whether you’re a student, new grad, or seasone...

5 months ago

38 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#81 The One Where Justine Messes Up

In this podcast episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Justine opens up about a difficult situation she faced at work in her leadership position that tested her values, her role as a nurse, and her connection to her unit. She and Sarah talk candidly about navigating mistakes, managing shame, and the complicated reality of being a nurse leader in a challenging environment. From management decisions to union dynamics, Justine shares her side of the story—what she learned, how she’s gro...

5 months ago

34 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#80 Celebrating YOU for Nurse’s Week!

Welcome back to Season 7 of the podcast Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses with Sarah Lavonne and Justine Arechiga. In this episode as we kick off the new season, we are celebrating Nurses Week! As we celebrate you all year long, we wanted to do an extra special episode highlighting the incredible nurses that were nominated for Starfish Awards. Sarah and Justine share what the Starfish Awards mean, how we all represent the award, and share heartfelt stories directly from the nominees. They a...

6 months ago

48 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#79 BTS of Bundle Birth’s Hardest Year Yet: 7 Year Anniversary & Season Finale!

In this final episode of Season 5 of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine take a heartfelt and candid look back at the past year of Bundle Birth's journey. This year for Sarah professionally and personally, she describes as the hardest time of her life, and how resilience, community, and determination have fueled her and Bundle Birth’s growth. Together, they chat about navigating the highs and lows of business growth reflect on triumphs, and lessons learned. You'll hear behi...

9 months ago

49 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#78 Adult Friendships: Building Real Connection with Sarah & Justine

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Justine dive into the complex world of adult friendships. From building meaningful connections to navigating the challenges of maintaining them amidst busy schedules, they share personal stories, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're looking to deepen your friendships or simply understand why they feel different in adulthood, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and ready to nurture ...

10 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#77 Challenging Weight Bias in Perinatal Care: A Conversation with Heather Bradford

In this episode, Sarah welcomes Heather Bradford, a certified nurse-midwife, assistant professor, and researcher, to discuss the critical issue of weight bias in healthcare. Heather shares her journey from clinical practice to academia, where her experiences and observations inspired her groundbreaking research into how weight bias impacts patient care and outcomes, particularly in obstetrics. Together, they unpack the subtle and explicit ways weight bias manifests in healthcare settings, exp...

10 months ago

53 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#76 Inside the RNC-OB Exam: Expert Insights & Prep Strategies

On this podcast episode, Happy with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah is joined with Bundle Birth educators, Jen Atkisson and Heidi Nielsen, and National Certification Corporation (NCC) item writer and subject matter expert, Whitney Wells for a conversation about the RNC-OB exam development process. As experts on the Registered Nurse Certified (RNC) Obstetric exam, they discuss the process and strategies for preparing for the exam. This includes the importance of studying the provided resources rath...

10 months ago

56 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#75 Maternal-Assisted C-Section: Justine's Birth

In this heartfelt episode, Sarah sits down with Justine to debrief her birth experience and reflect on the whirlwind of the past six weeks. Justine shares her decision to opt for a repeat C-section and the emotional and physical journey leading up to, during, and after delivery. From navigating the intricacies of maternal-assisted C-sections to the unexpected challenges of the postpartum period, Justine opens up about the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned. Together, they discuss the im...

10 months ago

51 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#74 Skin-to-Skin in the OR: Our Take to Promote Science

In this episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah and Heidi dive into the transformative power of skin-to-skin contact in the operating room. From improved thermoregulation and breastfeeding success to reduced postpartum depression and enhanced bonding, the benefits of skin-to-skin are undeniable. But why does it matter so much, and how can nurses protect this essential time for families? Join us as we break down the science, share personal stories, and explore the practicalities ...

10 months ago

54 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#73 Amy the Good Nurse: Taking Down America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer

In this gripping episode of Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses, Sarah Lavonne sits down with Amy the Good Nurse (Amy Loughren), the nurse whose incredible bravery take down America’s most prolific serial killer. Amy shares her deeply personal story of uncovering the shocking truth about her best friend and colleague, a trusted ICU nurse who was secretly murdering patients. From the moment detectives approached Amy to the harrowing experience of working undercover, she navigated the emotional...

11 months ago

54 minutes

Happy Hour with Bundle Birth Nurses

#72 Labor Pain & TENS: When to Use It and What to Know

In another solo episode, Sarah teaches you about how to use a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) as a non-pharmacological pain management option for labor. TENS provides low-voltage electrical stimulation to the skin, which activates the "gate control theory" by blocking pain signals from reaching the brain. Sarah dives deep into what the research suggests, how it can be effective, and how it can delay the use of other pain medications. Sarah also explains the benefits to pati...

11 months ago

27 minutes