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Labor Starts Weeks Before Birth: What No One Tells You

Most people think labor begins with the first contraction, but your body actually starts preparing weeks before. Your cervix remodels, your hormones shift, and even your baby and placenta begin sending signals that it’s almost time. In this episode with Sarah Thompson, author of Functional Maternity, we unpack the science of functional childbirth. We talk about what happens behind the scenes in late pregnancy and how you can naturally support it. We discuss: -How cervix ripening happens and what supports it naturally -The roles of vitamin A, D, zinc, omega-3s, and other nutrients in labor readiness -How stress and safety change your oxytocin levels and why connection matters more than pressure -What research really says about red raspberry leaf, evening primrose oil, and castor oil -How to prepare your body for birth Whether you’re weeks from your due date or planning ahead, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside your body and how to work with it, not against it. Subscribe for more science-backed, calm, and empowering conversations about women’s health because tiny changes make a whole new you. __________________________________________________________ Connect with Viktoriya: Instagram:   / lifeoptimizerpodcast   TikTok:   / lifeoptimizerpodcast   __________________________________________________________ Connect with Sarah Thompson:  Website: https://www.functionalmaternity.com/#/ Instagram:   /     Resources mentioned: https://www.functionalmaternity.com/e... __________________________________________________________ Download the 5 Labs Every Woman Should Have here: https://lifeoptimizer.mykajabi.com/pl... Get the Hormone Symptom Tracker here: https://lifeoptimizer.mykajabi.com/pl... Sign up for the RESET Program Waitlist: https://lifeoptimizer.mykajabi.com/pl... Chapters 00:00 Understanding Labor: The Journey Begins Before Contractions 00:43 Preparing for Birth: Insights from Functional Maternity 32:56 The Importance of Carbohydrates in Pregnancy 34:45 Nutrient-Dense Foods for Labor Preparation 35:05 The Importance of Sleep in Pregnancy 37:45 Nutrition for Labor Preparation 38:32 Managing Expectations During Labor 40:00 Baby's Positioning and Labor Dynamics