Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide — but early detection saves lives. In this powerful episode of Nurse’s Cradle, Brandi breaks down breast cancer in a way every woman, nurse, and family member can understand.

You’ll learn:
✔️ What breast cancer is and how it develops
✔️ Real symptoms women shouldn’t ignore
✔️ The life-saving role of mammograms and early screening
✔️ Understanding ER/PR/HER2 status in simple language
✔️ The breast cancer staging process (TNM explained)
✔️ Treatment basics — surgery, chemo, radiation, hormone therapy & targeted therapy
✔️ The emotional and mental health journey of survivorship
✔️ The vital role nurses play in education, advocacy, and support

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply someone who cares about women’s health, this episode empowers you with evidence-based information, compassion, and a real-world perspective.

Can you really have sex while pregnant? Is it safe for the baby? Does orgasm trigger labor? In this episode of Nurse's Cradle, Brandi, Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager and women’s health educator, breaks down the real science behind sex during pregnancy.

Backed by medical research, including the landmark study on pelvic contractions by Bohlen et al. (1982) and current ACOG guidelines, this 20-minute conversation explores:

• The safety of sex during pregnancy in each trimester
• Physiological changes that affect arousal and orgasm
• Pelvic floor benefits of orgasm and intimacy
• When to avoid sex for medical reasons
• Myths and misconceptions that keep couples from connecting
• Safe sex positions for comfort as your body changes
• How to maintain emotional intimacy and communication with your partner

Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned parent, this episode offers evidence-based insight, reassurance, and practical advice from a clinician who’s seen it all.

In this episode of Nurse’s Cradle, host Brandi Simms opens up an honest conversation about “The lifestyle,” A term often used to describe swinging, consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, and alternative relationship choices. Brandi shares her own curiosity and past experiences while breaking down the history, language, and cultural differences of lifestyle communities in the U.S. versus those in Europe.

We’ll talk about why the lifestyle is still considered taboo, how it overlaps with military life, and what key terms like unicorn, hotwife, stag & vixen, and soft swap actually mean. Whether you’re lifestyle-curious, actively involved, or just want to understand the difference between monogamy, open relationships, and polyamory, this episode offers real talk in a safe, judgment-free space.