Two of the biggest social media names in the medical world are coming together in St. Pete this spring. Put on by Tombolo Books, Jen Hamilton, a labor and delivery nurse with millions of followers on social media, is hosting an author event for her new book Birth Vibes, and she will be joined by St. Pete local and fellow social media sensation Dr. Meghan Martin, AKA Dr. Beach Gem.
The event takes place on Monday, May 11, at 7 pm at Gibbs High School’s Grand Theater at the Pinellas County Center for the Arts (850 34th Street South), and tickets are available here. A note of warning: get your tickets quick, if you’re interested. Even if you are interested, it may already be too late. The initial plan was to host the event at Coastal Creative, which can fit a few hundred people, and that sold out almost immediately, leading Tombolo to move the event to a bigger location.
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The popularity is no surprise, given that Hamilton and Martin have more than 4.5 million followers between them on Instagram alone. Martin being local (our favorite kind of celebrity) only enhances the appeal. The evening will feature a conversation between the two medical experts and nationwide influencers, along with discussion on Hamilton’s new book. Tickets include a copy Birth Vibes, which Hamilton will be signing on site.
Birth Vibes is described as “the ultimate companion for anyone preparing to give birth—or supporting someone who is. Warm, funny, and deeply grounded in real-life experience, this is the guide every parent deserves: allowing them to adapt to whatever birth brings with confidence and calm.”
More on the two stars, from Tombolo Books:
Jen Hamilton is a labor and delivery nurse who has a social media following of over 6 million across platforms. She has more than a decade of bedside experience, helping families navigate the most impactful days of their lives. Jen has been featured in media outlets such as CNN, The New York Times, The Huffington Post, Daily Mail, The New York Post, and more. She lives in North Carolina with her family.
Dr. Meghan Martin, known online as Dr. Beachgem10, is a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician, mom of four, and a trusted voice in family health education. She began creating content on TikTok during the COVID-19 pandemic to help parents navigate medical information in a clear, compassionate, and accessible way. With over 8 million followers, Dr. Martin actively practices in pediatric emergency care, treating critically ill and injured children. Whether she’s in the ER, sharing disaster preparedness tips or kids summer safety tips, juggling life with kids and her cats, Dr. Martin leads with authenticity and heart. She’s a doctor, wife, and mom—committed to helping families feel informed, empowered, and seen.
While the event isn’t being hosted at Tombolo Books proper, we do consider this yet another excuse to stop by and visit the Grand Central District favorite. Many a wonderful afternoon have been spent picking up a new read at Tombolo, grabbing a drink at Black Crow, and sitting in the courtyard to enjoy both.
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