How do I actually push during labor? Should I get an epidural? Why is breastfeeding so hard? What exactly is Pitocin, and how much will induce labor? Is there a secret to having a successful VBAC? What happens if I poop during labor *shudder*? And oh yeah, how do I take care of a newborn? I know you’ve got a ton of questions and fears when it comes to giving birth. How? Because I’ve delivered thousands of babies as a labor nurse! I’ve seen it all...and as @labor.nurse.mama on IG, I’ve helped ...
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Changing the Birth Culture through Evidence Based Birth with Dr. Rebecca Dekker
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Trish is excited to welcome Dr. Rebecca Dekker to the podcast! Dr. Dekker is a PhD, RN, and the founder of Evidence Based Birth®. Dr. Rebecca Dekker had a traumatic birth experience when she trusted doctors to do what was best for her, and was shocked after finding out the care she got was not evidence-based. Doctors advised restricted food and dri…
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Your Voice, Your Birth: Asserting Your Rights in Labor & Beyond
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Trish emphasizes the importance of understanding your rights during labor and pregnancy to have a confident and empowered birth experience. As a labor and delivery nurse with over 16 years of experience and a mother of seven, she stresses the need for informed consent—being fully informed about medical interventions to make voluntary decisions with…
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Preparing for Newborn Sleep: Myth Busting with Samantha Day
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Trish welcomes Samantha Day, a certified sleep specialist, about the myths and truths surrounding newborn and new mama sleep. Samantha shares her journey from being a behavior specialist to becoming a newborn sleep expert, and provides practical tips for new and expecting mothers to optimize their baby's sleep and how to prepare for this during pre…
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Everything You Need to Know About Avoiding a C-Section
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Today, we're talking about a really important topic, how to avoid a cesarean. With c section rates being so high, it's crucial to know how to boost your chances of a vaginal delivery, and avoid unnecessary interventions. We're going to cover the risks of cesareans, why they happen, and I'm going to share some tips, some practical, but enlightening …
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A Dietitian's Nutrition Guide: Foods to Eat During Pregnancy & Postpartum
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Learn about the BEST PREGNANCY FOODS to keep you and your baby healthy during this journey. Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, Owner, and Founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist, is on the show today. Ryann is a clinically trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Author of The Feel-Good Pregnancy Cookbook, and master online nutrition educator. Today, we'll ta…
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Empower your birth with Trish’s three part framework: Mindset Education Advocacy In this powerful teaching, Trish shares her insights and expert tips to help expecting mothers navigate the journey of childbirth with confidence, diving into what you CAN control during birth. Trish emphasizes the importance of mindset, education, and advocacy in achi…
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Calm Labor Confident Birth Student: First Time Mom in Her Forties
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Trish welcomes her Calm Labor Confident Birth student, Taylor, to share her inspiring birth story. Taylor (45 next month) is a wife and mum of Luca, her first son who was born in June with her husband Dennis. She goes by Dr. Taylor Burrowes on social media (her maiden name) and has a PhD in marriage, couples & family counseling. She’s a retired men…
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Listen in to this educational episode as Trish teaches you how to harness the power of mindset, emphasizing your mindset’s pivotal role in achieving a confident and calm birth experience. Trish introduces various mindset strategies, shares personal anecdotes, and highlights the importance of education in labor preparation. She discusses the fear-pa…
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Legal Rights in the Workplace During Pregnancy with The Mama Attorney
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Trish welcomes Daphne Delvaux, also known as the Mama Attorney, about the complexities and rights surrounding pregnancy and employment. Daphne Delvaux, Esq. is an award-winning trial attorney and Founder of Delvaux Law, a firm devoted to women's rights at work. Daphne is also the creator of the Mamattorney, a platform on a mission to educate women …
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Breaking Myths about Epidurals: Everything You Need to Know
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Hey Mama, this episode is an educational training on key information and common questions about epidurals. Trish covers when to get an epidural, its effects on labor, and debunks myths such as epidurals increasing the likelihood of a C-section or causing permanent back pain. Other topics covered include epidural side effects, such as blood pressure…
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From Gut Health to Home Birth: Insights from The Essential Midwife
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Trish welcomes Stephanie Fritz, a licensed midwife and essential oil expert, to discuss various aspects of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Stephanie shares her journey into midwifery, recounting her early experiences and the personal sacrifices she and her family made to support her calling. This conversation covers the natural process …
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Unmedicated Birth While Being Induced: Mindset, Tools, and Strategies
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In this episode, Trish educates on preparing for an unmedicated birth while being induced. She covers various induction methods, including Cytotec, Cervidil, Foley bulb, and other methods such as membrane stripping, emphasizing the importance of being educated about these options. Trish shares personal stories from her own unmedicated births and di…
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Healing from Anxiety: A Conversation with Dr. Steph, Former NASA Psychologist
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Trish welcomes Dr. Stephanie Lopez, a former NASA psychologist turned healing coach specializing in helping daughters of narcissistic mothers. Dr. Steph explains her journey from working at NASA to becoming a healing coach, driven by her own experiences with anxiety and emotional breakdowns. This conversation covers practical strategies for managin…
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Labor Pain Strategies: Mindset and Preparation for Expecting Moms
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Trish dives into how to embrace labor pain and shift your mindset to prepare for a positive childbirth experience. In this teaching, Trish explains the difference between pain tolerance and pain threshold, emphasizing the unique nature of labor pain that requires embracing rather than escaping. Trish introduces the importance of mindset, confidence…
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Navigating the Early Days of Breastfeeding with Erin Moore
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Trish welcomes Erin Moore, a pediatric nurse practitioner, certified lactation counselor, and mom of two for a real conversation about the complexities of those early days of breastfeeding. Trish shares her personal struggles in her breastfeeding journey while Erin provides shame-free, expert advice on handling unexpected challenges when it comes t…
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Today Trish talks about the importance of monitoring fetal movements to ensure your baby's health. She provides practical advice on how to perform fetal movement counts, emphasizing that all movements, excluding hiccups, should be noted. Trish explains that regular monitoring, after 27-28 weeks, can significantly reduce the risk of stillbirth by 30…
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Navigating the Unpredictable: Paulette's Story of Pregnancy and Autoimmunity
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Trish speaks with Paulette Kamenecka, a mother of two, author, and the podcast host of , “What You Didn’t Expect in Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth”. Paulette has navigated a chain of unexpected events in her pregnancy, introducing her to autoimmune diseases, high risk pregnancy, neonatology, and the general state of medical care that is available …
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Trish educates on how to push like a pro during labor using purposeful positioning and pushing that makes sense, emphasizing the importance of education and listening to your instincts. This episode encourages you to take control of your birthing experience by understanding labor stages, learning about different pushing positions, and trusting your…
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Inside Childbirth Cases: Lessons from Attorney Gina Mundy
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In this episode, Trish welcomes Gina Mundy who is a childbirth attorney, bestselling author, wife, and mother of three children. Gina is an attorney that specializes in childbirth cases. For over two decades, she has analyzed the mistakes that are made during labor and delivery. Drawing on this knowledge, she has authored the book "A Parent's Guide…
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Trish shares three powerful moves to help you navigate childbirth without trauma. Drawing from her extensive experience and a conversation with an attorney specializing in childbirth cases, she emphasizes the importance of education, having an educated support team like a doula, and maintaining a strong mindset. The goal is to empower you with know…
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Understanding Tongue Tie: Expert Insights and Practical Solutions for New Moms
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Trish welcomes Lisa Paladino, a renowned tongue tie expert. Lisa shares her unique experience as a labor nurse, midwife, and IBCLC, shedding light on the often overlooked and misunderstood conditions surrounding tongue tie. This conversation dives into what tongue tie is, its impact on breastfeeding and oral development, and the steps parents can t…
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Understanding Pain Tolerance vs Pain Threshold in Childbirth
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Trish shares her expert tips & insights on managing pain tolerance and raising the pain threshold during labor. She emphasizes that your current pain tolerance level does not significantly impact your ability to handle labor pain. Trish breaks down the importance of education, mindset, and preparation in raising your pain threshold during labor. “ …
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Trish answers viewers questions from addressing women’s questions about their pregnancy, to navigating decisions and situations during childbirth. She covers a wide range of topics in this Q&A, including the importance of education on labor to make informed decisions, understanding and managing Braxton Hicks contractions, the significance of stayin…
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Trish dives into the subject of labor induction while offering expert guidance on making informed decisions on whether to be induced or not. She covers these key topics around labor induction: Distinguishing between medical and elective reasons for labor induction. Risks and benefits of labor induction. The importance of making informed decisions. …
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Informed Consent & Birth Autonomy: Nathan Riley, MD on Making a Difference
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Trish invites Nathan Riley, a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist who advocates for and supports out-of-hospital birth, to The Birth Experience for an important conversation around the passionate call for change in the culture of birth & healthcare. This conversation explores the limitations of the healthcare system in childbirth, the impor…
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How to Labor at Home Longer & Not Rush to the Hospital
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Trish shares her expert insights on the advantages of laboring at home as long as possible to reduce hospital interventions. She shares how to prepare for this through childbirth education, labor coping tools, and having an educated birth partner. Listen in as Trish shares her top tips on navigating childbirth with confidence, emphasizing the impor…
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This episode, with two nurse mamas, navigates through birth trauma while providing tips to have a more positive birth experience. Introducing Mama Nurse Tina, mom of four, and a labor and delivery nurse since 2012 having worked as ER nurse before then. Tina started her social media platform as a way to empower women in childbirth education, help th…
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Understanding the Benefits of Delayed Bathing for Newborns
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Tune into this episode to explore the significant benefits of delayed bathing for newborns. In this recent Instagram live Trish shares insights on the importance of delayed bathing, how it can benefit both the baby and the mother, and how new mothers can make informed decisions during the postpartum period. Trish emphasizes the importance of skin-t…
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Relieving Pregnancy & Postpartum Pain with Pelvic Floor Momma
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Becca Boeving, mom of two and a pelvic floor specialist known as Pelvic Floor Momma, shares her professional insights on addressing pregnancy and postpartum pain. Becca became a VBAC Lab student following the birth experience of her son, and quickly became obsessed with helping women walk through the weeds of pregnancy and postpartum. "Pelvic healt…
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Here's How to Understand Real Labor vs False Labor Contractions
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Join Trish Ware, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of seven, as she shares her invaluable insights and expertise to help expecting mothers understand the difference between real labor contractions and Braxton Hicks contractions. Understanding Contractions: Trish dives into the characteristics of both types of contractions, highlighting…
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Nutrition's Impact on Fertility: A Deep Dive with Becca Romero
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Becca Romero, the founder of Little Life Nutrition, joins Trish for a captivating conversation about the intricate relationship between diet, lifestyle, and fertility. Becca sheds light on her journey of specializing in fertility health through nutrition, emphasizing the importance of personalized dietary solutions to enhance fertility in women. Th…
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Unlocking the Power of Skin-to-Skin: The Magic of the Golden Hour
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Today, we're diving into an incredibly important aspect of childbirth - the golden hour after birth. This magical period, often overlooked, is a time of immense significance for both the baby and the mother. So, grab a cup of RRL tea, get cozy, and let's explore why the golden hour is a precious time that should be cherished. Importance of the Gold…
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Pregnancy Unpacked Weeks 14 to 16: Tips, Health, and Emotional Well-being
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Trish Ware, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse and mother of seven, guides listeners through the 14th to 16th weeks of pregnancy, offering insights into the exciting physical and emotional changes expectant mothers can expect during this second trimester. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, comfort, and mental health during this stage. Tri…
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Empowering Pregnancy Fitness: Insights & Tips from Kim Lecuyer
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Join Trish as she chats with Kim, prenatal/postnatal certified fitness coach & mom of three with one on the way, for simple ways you can stay fit during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Kim shares her program that teaches pregnant women and new mothers how to maintain or begin routines that are easy and manageable regardless of their fitness ba…
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After having two C-sections, Kara pursued a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and with the help from a supportive doctor, Kara was able to have a successful VBAC despite multiple challenges. Listen to this birth story as Kara shares her journey of advocating for her birth preferences, finding the right supportive provider, and ultimately achievin…
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Kailee’s Birth Story: An Honest Insight from NICU Nurse to New Mom
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Today Trish sits down with her Calm Labor Confident Birth Class student, Kailee, who shares her pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. Kailee, a NICU nurse herself, talks about how Trish's classes and the supportive community helped her navigate motherhood, both in preparing for childbirth and managing postpartum challenges. They discuss the imp…
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Empowered Induction Decision-Making: Insights from a Labor Nurse
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Navigating the Decision of Induction: An Episode on the Birth Experience In this episode, we'll be diving into the topic of induction during childbirth – understanding it and making informed decisions. We delve into different scenarios like gestational diabetes, IVF pregnancies, older mothers, and potential medical reasons for induction. The main p…
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Pregnancy Unpacked: Weeks 9-12 Pregnancy with Midwife Trystan
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In this podcast episode,Trish is joined by Trystan White, a midwife and former labor and delivery nurse. Together, they discuss pregnancy from weeks 8 to 12. They share: Early signs of pregnancy Preparing for the first prenatal visit The importance of choosing the right healthcare provider Trystan also shares information about common genetic tests …
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A Done For You Padsicle: Julie Dhingra and The Ma Mask
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Join me as I chat with Julie Dhingra, a mom of 2 and the owner/founder of Sacral Garden Skincare. I invited her to sit down and talk about her new product, Ma Pad. It is a truly genius done for you, padsicle. About Julie: After leaving her job as a seasoned jet pilot and instructor in the aerospace industry Julie, a single mom of two young kids, gr…
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Pregnancy Unpacked: The First Chapter - Weeks 0-8 Journey
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Hey there, beautiful mommas-to-be! Join me, Trish, as we cozy up and chat about the rollercoaster of the first eight weeks of pregnancy. It's a journey filled with surprises, changes, and a whole lot of magic. Let's dive in! We’ll talk about those first moments - from wondering if you're pregnant to seeing that positive test. It's all about those e…
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Birth Story Unfiltered: Suzannah’s Journey to Motherhood with Calm Labor Confident Birth Class
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Welcome back to your favorite online spot where we chat about all the beautiful, crazy, and absolutely unpredictable sides of pregnancy and childbirth. Join me, Trish, your fave labor nurse, sipping on my all-day coffee and ready to dive into another fantastic episode! We've got an amazing birth story for you! Suzannah, one of our rockstar students…
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Embracing the First Year with Baby: Realities, Myths, and Empowerment with Sharon Mazel
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In this episode, Trish welcomes Sharon Mazel, an internationally recognized parenting and pregnancy expert, author, journalist, speaker, parenting coach, and mom of four with over twenty-five years of experience in the field. Sharing her extensive knowledge on how to handle parenting your newborn during their first year, Sharon highlights the reali…
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Demystifying Fetal Monitoring for a Safe & Informed Delivery
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In today's episode, we dive into the essential topic of fetal monitoring, especially during labor. Here's a snapshot of what you'll learn: The Basics of Fetal Monitoring: Discover what fetal monitoring is and why it's important for your baby's health during labor. Your Rights and Choices: Learn about your rights regarding fetal monitoring and how y…
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Allison Jandu and I sat down to chat about potty training. You may not be at this stage yet. But I promise it will come faster than you expect. Being prepared is key to handling parenting challenges, and potty training might land in that category for most of you. I asked Allison what she thinks is most important to know when you enter into what I c…
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Your Epidural Playbook: Tips, Choices, and Practical Advice
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Welcome to another episode designed specifically for all the expecting moms out there. Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's often shrouded in myths and misconceptions: Epidurals. With the help of my long time experience as a labor and delivery nurse, I aim to arm you with all the information you need to make empowered choices for your birth…
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A Holistic Approach to Pelvic Floor Wellness – with Jenn Lormand
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Join Trish in an engaging conversation with Jenn Lormand from Tighten Your Tinkler, as they delve into holistic solutions for pelvic floor issues. Jenn, an experienced exercise physiologist shares her revolutionary approach which goes beyond traditional methods like kegels, offering hope and healing to women facing these challenges. Jenn discusses …
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In this insightful podcast episode we focus on preparing for an unmedicated birth. Emphasizing on how you can address your fears and the importance of understanding your “WHY” for choosing an unmedicated birth. 6 Ways to Prepare for An Unmedicated Birth: Mindset Matters: Addressing your fears and your mindset happens long before the labor room. Rep…
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Revolutionizing Postpartum Care with Melissa Fernandez, the Acrobat-Turned-Doula
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Today we're diving into a unique story of athleticism, artistry, and maternal care. Join me as I chat with Melissa, a former Cirque du Soleil acrobat, NCAA gymnast, and now, a dedicated postpartum doula. Discover how she's redefining postpartum support through her work at The Atlanta Postpartum Doula. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Melissa's Jo…
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Reigniting the Spark: Postpartum Intimacy with Expert Sex Coach Kaci Mial
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Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Kaci Mial, an esteemed sex coach with a robust educational background in human sexuality and hands-on experience as a support provider for teen moms. Kaci delivers her expert insights into preserving intimacy during the postpartum period, a topic that many new mothers find challenging yet cruci…
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Are you an expectant mom, curious about innovative ways to ease labor pain and make your birthing experience more empowering? Look no further! Coping with Labor Pain - Beyond the Norm In this episode, Trish, a seasoned labor and delivery rn and childbirth educator, dives deep into unconventional yet scientifically-backed methods that can revolution…
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