Ep049 Fun Pregnancy Chit Chat

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Ep049 Fun Pregnancy Chit Chat

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May 2, 2007

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How long did you wait before you told your your BOSS! How long will you take for maternity leave and 33 weeks into her pregnancy, Rebecca get ready to waterbirth. Faith's overdue and Maritza joins the PregTASTIC crew.

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May 2, 2007

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Podcast episode

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PregTASTIC is the weekly podcast by pregnant women, for pregnant women about the fantastic journey to motherhood. Full of expert information and friendly advice, opinions and different perspectives for soon-to-be moms. Weekly guests include doctors, doulas, authors etc. Hosted by "real" pregnant women with the same joys, concerns and swollen feet as our listeners. www.pregtastic.com

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Ep049 Fun Pregnancy Chit Chat

Ep049 Fun Pregnancy Chit Chat

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