The Birth Lounge Podcast

Today, I'm sharing a bit about my path with the energy piece of Tranquility by HeHe and how it shapes the approach we use. I'm diving into the energy of birth and how to shift your mindset to set you up for your ideal birth. Today, I will give away my top three secrets to think about when shifting your mindset. I give you solid action steps to walk away with and I can promise you will leave empowered to explore yourself a little deeper! Happy Friday, let's dive in! Shownotes: Head to Tranquility by HeHe to check out the freebie!

Milk baths are often thought of as either aesthetics for pictures or maths made of breastmilk for babies. Today, HeHe sits down with Carli Ambrose, Founder of Milk Bath Goddess, to discuss the benefits for adults and particularly women to soak in milk. Milk Bath Goddess focuses on self-care and overall well-being. They pride themselves on using all-natural and chemical free ingredients and Carli warns listeners of the dangers of an unregulated industry. Join us to learn all about the benefits of herbs, oils, and ingredients in milk baths that can help you achieve a better balance in life. Shownotes: Check out the blog! Helpful links: Follow us on Instagram @milkbathgoddess Facebook @milkbathgoddess Shop at MilkBathGoddess.esty.com Use the code: milkbathmama to receive special savings on any MBG products!

Happy Friday! Let's dive into choosing the perfect birth support for you! Have you considered having a doula at your birth? ..but have no clue how to choose a "good one." In this episode, I share my formula of questions that you can ask to help you find the perfect match. I also share my thoughts on characteristics of the perfect doula. You don't get any do-overs in birth, so be picky and be intentional! Grab your freebie here. Shownotes: Check out the blog!

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In this episode, HeHe chats with Kelly Agnew all about hormones, nutrition, and infertility. We discuss what foods can help with balancing hormones and setting your body up for pregnancy. Kelly gives away her thoughts about fats in your diet and we talk about how fascinating the female body is and how everything in our body is intricately connected. Kelly also shares how holistic care changed her life and ultimately led to her decision to become a nutritionist. Join us to discuss how to support your body and balance your hormones with every day foods. Shownotes: Check out the blog!

In this episode of Friday Free Talk, I'm talking about why I support parents with anixiety. It is something that I come across often so I decided to sit down to think about why and what made me so organically prepared for this. It was something I had never sat down to dive into before, but now that I have I want to share it with you! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Today we are taking a stroll down mindfulness lane. HeHe and Sarah dive into what self-care looks like in motherhood. We talk about why it's so important to set time aside for yourself, why communication can make or break a system, and how you can start your journey of finding "balance." Parenting and being a partner can be challenging, so what happens when your cup is empty and there's nothing left to give? Join us as we talk about the not-so-pretty moments of filling so many roles and how to find a place in your life that you want to relish in every single last moment! ​ Shownotes: Check out the blog!

In this episode of Friday Free Talk, I dive into the stigma that in order to be a good doula, you must have children yourself. "Do you have children?" is a questions that is often asked in the birth world and there can definitely be some judgment attached. I get down to the nitty gritty and pretty raw about what makes a good doula, how to put together your birth team, and why you should be selfish during pregnancy! I even dive into the social construct of how gender plays a role among the birth community. Let's dig into a double standard that I love discussing! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

In this episode, HeHe sits down with Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer, to get a closer look at the pelvic floor. We dive into maternity belts, painful sex, and general vaginal care. Sara spills the beans on prenatal preventative care to be proactive with the health of your pelvic floor and her thoughts on perineum massages. We talk about how to support your body and perineum, pushing properly, and the use of epidurals and your pelvic floor. She tells what you should be looking for if certain symptoms don’t go away and what a reasonable healing period looks like. Finally, we chat about the age old question: To Kegel or Not To Kegel? This episode is jam packed with information that you will want to know if you have a vagina or know anyone who does. Shownotes: Check out the blog!

In this episode, I get real about how society has taught us it's okay to talk about expectant parents' bodies and why your postpartum body is none of anyone else's business. I also talk about why I think some people are hurtful and what they might actually be saying. After this episode you will have solid steps of action to take to combat body shakers everywhere! Get ready for an empowering episode that may leave you how you've never thought of this before! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Amber is the mom of 5 children and the owner of Mom After God's Own Heart which is quickly growing every day! She is responsible for my signature look when I attend births! Today, I chat with her all about how to find that balance of being a business owner and a mom. We jump into her faith, her village, and her struggles. She also shares some advice for all the parents out there who are thinking about starting their own business. Shownotes: Check out the blog! A big thank you to Meghan for allowing me to take a peak into her life and her parenting and practicing the vulnerability that she talks about! You can also find her on Facebook or her website.

This is an episode of Friday Free Talk- Where I freely talk about something I want you to know or what ever has been on my mind lately. Today, I dive into the question of "Are you certified?" I explain the range of care you might receive from doulas, the education required, and who accredits this certification. I also dive into my own background and how the unique path my career has taken has prepared me to serve you in a multifaceted approach. Join me for this in-depth look into the nuts and bolts of Tranquility by HeHe and the approach that is empowering so many birthing people across the nation. Shownotes: Check out the blog! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

They say habits that are formed while you're pregnant are more likely to stay around! What better time to implement exercise into your life than when you are growing a tiny human! Erika is a ACE certified Pre and Postnatal personal trainer. In this episode, we dive into the exercising during pregnancy, postpartum fitness, and body-shamers! Join us in this exclusive conversation all about staying fit while being an expectant and new parent! Shownotes: Check out the blog! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

In this episode, HeHe sits down with Audra Smith, an expectant mom who has Type 1 Diabetes. She shares her story and how the disease has affected her pregnancy. She and her husband, Brian, struggled to get pregnant and Audra dives into how she believes her T1D played a role in that. For any mom out there who is experience complications in your pregnancy, this episode is for you! She spits truth about keeping it real and also showing people the struggles of battling a life-threatening disease while growing a tiny human. She truly understands the meaning of the villages and believes in doing this together! Shownotes: Check out the blog! If you want to learn more about Audra and follow along with her journey, you can find her on Instagram at @audrashoupesmith. Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

Alyssa Blask Campbell is a lover of all things tiny humans. She has spent years studying the science behind our tiny human's brain development and is here to spill the beans! Join us as we dive deep into your child's sleep, including newborns sleeping through the night! Hear Alyssa's explanation of sleep pressure and how a simple equation may be a game-changer in your sleep routines with your kids! You won't want to miss this episode if you are a sleep diva like me and need those solid 8 hours of beauty rest! Shownotes: Check out the blog here! If you want to learn more about Alyssa and Seed and Sew, visit seedandsew.org or check her business out on Facebook or on Instagram at @seed.and.sew. And if you want to hear more from Alyssa, stay tuned - she will be starting her own podcast soon! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

Madison White is a Pelvic Floor Therapist and a member of the Tranquility Team. She is a holistic practiioner in healing women with energetic and physical healing support. She is the founder of God(us) Circles and practiced as a nurse for many years before finding her passion for women's health, specifically women's sexual health. Join us as we tackle the sticky questions of painful sex, the inpact of birth on the pelvic floor, and how to best heal after having a baby! Shownotes: Check out the blog here! If you are interested in learning more about Madison’s work and how she can help you, you can find more information on her website at www.madisonwhite.net or you can contact her via email at [email protected] or via phone at (339) 201-1346. Madison offers exclusive discounts for Tranquility by HeHe clients to ensure you are pampered in your journey to parenthood! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

Nicole Brown is an acupuncturist in the Boston area and specializes in Women's Health. She is honest about what she thinks will help and has so many remedies. She is part of the Tranquility Team and believes in the power of mindset. Nicole has studied chinese medicine and encourages women to focus on themselves by eating right, exercising, and building in self-care time. Join in as we talk about acupuncture as labor prep, in labor, and as birth recovery support. We also dive into mood disorders. If you are thinking about making acupuncture your prenatal-self care splurge, this is the episode for you! Shownotes: Check out the blog here! Nicole is located in Brookline, MA. If you would like to learn more about her practice, you can contact her or sign up for her newsletter on her website or you can follow her on Facebook. Nicole offers exclusive discounts for Tranquility by HeHe clients to ensure you are pampered in your journey to parenthood! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe!

Have you ever considered maternity photos? Do you wonder why on earth you would want to document your pregnant body? Maybe you want to save the money and put it towards newborn photos? In this episode, I dive deep into newborn photography including newborn safety and posing as well as why printed pictures may be one of the most valuable investments you can make when it comes to having a baby. Malka has been on the Tranquility Team from the very beginning and loves to pamper parents just as much as I do! Join us as we talk about all the things you should know about capturing these once in a lifetime moments and being able to remember them as such happy times. Shownotes: Check out the blog here! For more information about Malka’s photography and how she can help you capture life’s moments, go tohttp://malkaahmedphotography.com/about/. Malka offers exclusive discounts for Tranquility by HeHe clients to ensure you are pampered in your journey to parenthood! Don’t forget to join our private Facebook, The Tranquility Tribe Podcast, and follow us on Instagram at @tranquilitybyhehe! Check out the episode here!

Welcome to The Tranquility Tribe Podcast! Dive into the first episode to find out why I started this podcast and how I came to own a multifaceted practice of women's help. From trying to conceive to planning for a baby, to exploring your birth options and kowingyour rights, to advocating for yourself and transitioning to postpartum life, we dive into it all. I am so excited to share these experts and special guests with you. We will bust fear-based practices out of the park and dig deep to find options along the spectrum from silky to crunchy and eveything in between. From Mississippi to Massachusetts, I'm here to empower you!