The Birth Lounge Podcast

Today, HeHe is chatting with Amanda Houle, Designer Nanny and Parenting Guru to explore just what you should be talking about with your partner before your baby gets here. We pay so much attention to the birth, but have you talked about your individual parentings styles or your expectations from one another? Have you talked about the language you will use or if you will stop swearing once the baby is born? Have you thought about how each of you feel about childcare options? These are things that parents often find themselves unprepared to make these decisions and without the time to devote to being intentional. Amanda will dive into her recommended parenting style, how you can gain control over your home, and find your balance again. They even dive in to mom-shaming and the nasty mind-games that go along with parenting in 2018. Amanda shares her appraoch to setting boundaries with nosey nancies and judgey janes. Buckle up beucase you're about to have your pants inspired off! Happy Tuesday, yal! Website: https://parentingwithapunch.com Dr. Brazelton: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=brazelton Zero to Three:https://www.zerotothree.org The Gardener and The Carpenter (book): https://www.amazon.com/Gardener-Carpenter-Development-Relationship-Children/dp/1250132258/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540226525&sr=8-1&keywords=the+gardner+and+the+carpenter The Whole Brain Child (book): https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1540226739&sr=8-2&keywords=the+whole+brain+child The 5 Love Languages of Children (book): https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Children-Secret-Effectively/dp/0802412858/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540226762&sr=8-1&keywords=the+5+love+languages+of+children Sensational Kids (book): https://www.amazon.com/Sensational-Kids-Children-Processing-Disorder/dp/039916782X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540226781&sr=8-1&keywords=sensational+kids Podcasts: Parenting With A Punch Voices of Your Village Janet Landsbury The Balance and Motherhood Podcast Take It or Leave It Podcast Motherhood Unstressed with Liz Carlile

In this episode, HeHe share what you need to know about morning sickness, why it may be a good thing, what causes it, and numbeorus remedies you can try! From changing the way you think about a midnight snack to finding out if your water is actually causing your nausea to be worse! HeHe is going to help you understand morning sickness from a medically urgent condition called Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Also, why exercise may be the last thing on your mind, but could actually be the solution and why! Don't forget to grab your freebie below for anyone currently experiencing mornign sickness! Freebie: https://mailchi.mp/f2ebbccf5e13/morningsickness The Drs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60mhWOcvRNs A mom’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Aj8Fvj4k9k

#InfertilityWarriors, this one goes out to yal! If you have tried all the things in all the way from all the experts, this episode will speak right to your heart. I snagged Elizabeth Raybould from Fuel Goodness to chat about infertility challenges and to have her share what she has seen work with her clients. She is an Certified Nutritional Practitioner and uses food to power her clients health, help them master their mindset, and reduce their stress levels! She is even explaining how the food you eat can impact your mentrual cycle in more ways than making you more or less likely to conceive. I'm so happy you're here! Happy friday!

Today’s episode is all about how the seasons impact humans! Turns out, the teachers who say the moon controls the children and can make them maniacs are right! I am sharing what I discovered about the seasons and the role they play in mental health, our behavior, children’s behavior, our sleep, our births, and our brain! We can see spikes and falls in various mental health conditions that also might be connected with the rise and fall of the seasons. I took a look at my own business, I’m sharing the seasonal impacts I noticed in TBH! From hurricanes, snow storms, and equinoxes to mental health, birth complications, and resources available, this episode covers it all! https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3649867/ https://www.princeton.edu/news/2012/06/22/study-hurricane-region-reveals-effects-stress-pregnancy https://blog.everymothercounts.org/storm-babies-e0cdbf2872ac https://tbhdoula.blogspot.com/2018/10/how-seasons-impact-humans-and-our-births.html

Today, HeHe is sitting down with Dr. Lizzie Sobel, Founder of Wholesome Healing Chiropractic. We are chatting into the benefits of chiro-care during pregnancy, to prepare for childbirth, for postpartum healing, to support breastfeeding, and to care for your newborn. This episode will, no doubt, blow your mind. From aches and pains, to the position on babies all the way to correcting common birth challenges like plagiocephaly and torticollis, we are get down and dirty with all of it! Buckle up for an episode that will leave you with wheels turning on the benefits of seeing a chiropractor regularly for routine tune-ups! Lizzie studied physical anthropology and sculpture at Skidmore College before earning her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY. She studied with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) after graduation to gain the knowledge and technique needed to work with pregnant women and children. Lizzie is certified in the Webster Technique by the ICPA. She is also a certified childbirth educator, completing her certification in 2016 with the Boston Association of Childbirth Education (BACE). When she is not in the office, Lizzie loves practicing yoga, hiking, cooking, and going on adventures with her family. She currently lives in Norwood with her husband Paul and daughter Rosalind (20 months old at the time of recording). Wholesome Healing Chiropractic: http://www.wholesomehealingchiro.com ICPA: http://icpa4kids.org/Find-a-Chiropractor/

Today's episode is somewhat of a bonus episode to give a real #bts (behind the scenes) glance of TBH. HeHe was asked by a student at Harvard for an interview to help with research for her Senior Thesis. This is an edited version of the interview for the sake of time. Join us to hear our conversation about birth work, the impact of doulas, and a sneak peak into hospital care! Happy friday, yal!

In this episode, HeHe is chatting all about freebirthing! Kelley is sharing her story of courage and having her baby at her, trusting only her body, baby, and insticts. She has had a few different birth stories and through these she learned frist hand of the importance of knowing your rights, what manipulations looks like, and processing the trauma of her childbirth experiences. She mastered her mindset and finally took full control of her birth. She is also sharing her resources of information that helped make her decision to Freebirth her son. Happy Tuesday! Instagram: @plantbased_k

Happy Friday! In today's episode, HeHe is diving into picking baby names! There are very interesting thigns connected with your name and this episode is sharing a few like how your name impacts your philanthropic tendencies. Inspired by a series of poorly spelled emails and a hilarious meme, HeHe brings you a very unscripted episode to get your gears turning! https://bigthink.com/in-their-own-words/whats-in-a-name-everything https://www.cbsnews.com/news/whats-in-a-name-plenty/

Today's episode is getting scandelous! We all talking all things clitoris, vaginal canals, orgasms, natural lubes, and menstration. Welcome to Vagina 101. It's truly shocking how many adult women do not know their vaginas even though it's been our A1 since Day One! April Davis is known on Instagram as The Vagina Blog and she is here to share all the yummy goodness about the lady downstairs. We are talking vaginal care, postpartum care, the Ph of your vagina, and healing your perineum! The Vagina Blog:thevaginablog.com Good Clean Love: https://goodcleanlove.com CoCoNu:https://www.coconu.com Icon Underwear: https://www.iconundies.com Thinx Underwear: https://www.shethinx.com Earth Mama Angle Baby: https://earthmamaorganics.com/products/herbal-perineal-spray.html Elvie Kegel: https://www.bevibrant.com/products/elvie-kegel-exerciser We Vibe: https://we-vibe.com/sync

Happy Friday, Yal! In this episode of Friday Free Talk, I'm talking about the benefits of being intentional with the first 60 minutes after your baby is born. In this precious time, you have alot of choices to make and it can sometimes seem like a blur. From delayig visitors to what you can expect in a hosptial setting and waht other countries do concerning postpartum care, I'm telling you all you need to know about the golden hour! https://www.birchbaby.com/blog/respecting-the-golden-hour/

Today, HeHe is chatting with a mom of one, Jasper, who has strong feelings toward the medical field and planned an unassisted homebirth. Things didn't quite turn on out as planned and she's sharing her story. Taylor Tolten is also sharing her experience with having a "lotus birth" and how special placenta traditions are for some families. If you thought HeHe was a hippie, get ready for your world to be rocked! From energetic healing to reiki to herbal remedies, HeHe and Taylor are going full blown earthchild on ya! Happy Tuesday, yal! https://www.risingmoonapothecary.com/shop *Be sure to do thorough reserach on all herbs and herbal supplements. Please consult a healthcare provider before using herbs or herbal suppluements.

Today, I am talking all about your imperfections as a parent and partner. Plus, I’m even sharing what I’m not that great at either... We will take these imperfections and shift them into strengths and finding gratitude. Motherhood is filled with wolves waiting to pounce on the next weakest link. There’s always a mom out there doing it better than you or looking more fabulous. That’s tough to come to grips with so I’m sharing my thoughts on the vultures in society that prey on other people’s imperfections and beat down our self-love muscle. Living in a constantly aroused state of Fight or Flight is not healthy. Join me in this conversation on refreshing your mindset and taking the reigns of your own life. Happy Friday, yal!

Is your IUD poisoning you? Could your copper IUD being causing your body to be overloaded and needing a serious detox? Kirby Costa Campos is joining HeHe to chat about her experience with copper toxicity, the downward spiral it caused in her life, her journey of healing, and her mission to get the copper IUD taken off the market. Dive into the symptoms and detox process of Copper Toxicity and what a copper friendly diet looks like. Happy Tuesday, yal! 90 day program: http://kirbyamour.com/copperdetoxprotocol Wilson's Disease: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/wilsons-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20353251 Oxidation: https://www.drlwilson.com/articles/Oxidation%20Types%201104.htm Instagram Handle: @kirbyamour Copper Toxicity Friendly Diet Example: Foods to Completely Avoid Lamb, pork, pheasant quail, duck, goose, squid, salmon, organ meats including liver, heart, kidney, brain; shellfish including oysters, scallops, shrimp, lobster, clams, and crab, meat gelatin, soy protein meat substitutes, tofu, nuts and seeds, vegetable juice cocktail, mushrooms, nectarine, commercially dried fruits including raisins, dates, prunes; avocado, dried beans including soy beans, lima beans, baked beans, garbanzo beans, pinto beans, dried peas, lentils, millet, barley, wheat germ, bran breads and cereals, cereals with >0.2 mg of copper per serving (check label), soy flour, soy grits, fresh sweet potatoes, chocolate milk, soy milk, cocoa, desserts that contain high amounts of ingredients rich in copper, candy with nuts, chocolate, or cocoa, instant breakfast beverages, mineral water with high copper content, soy-based beverages, copper-fortified formulas, brewer’s yeast, multiple vitamins with copper or minerals, jams, jellies, and candies, fruit juices, fruit- flavored beverages, lemonade Foods to Eat, But Limit to Once A Week Fish, dark meat turkey and chicken, peanut butter, bean sprouts, beets, spinach, tomato juice and other tomato products, broccoli, asparagus, mango, papaya, pear, pineapple, dehydrated and canned soups, potatoes in any form, pumpkin, parsnips, winter and summer squash, green peas, carbonated beverages, ketchup, coffee, tea If you choose to eat GRAINS limit these chooses to once a week also: whole wheat bread, Melba toast, whole wheat crackers, instant oatmeal, instant RalstonTM, cereals with 0.1 to 0.2 mg of copper per serving (check label) Eat As Much As You Want (less than .1 mg of copper) beef, eggs, white meat turkey and chicken, cold cuts and frankfurters (that do not contain pork, dark turkey, dark chicken, or organ meats), all others not listed on high or moderate list, most vegetables including fresh tomatoes, most fruits except as listed to above (fruits dried at home are permitted), butter, cream, margarine, mayonnaise, non- dairy creamer, sour cream, oils, salad dressings (made from allowed ingredients), most milk products, milk flavored with carob, cheeses, cottage cheese, soups made with allowed ingredients If Eating Grains: Breads & pasta from refined flour, rice, regular oatmeal, cereals with

Front facing, rear facing, booster seats and 5 point harnesses! Buying a carseat can be overwhelming! Did you know that your child's height and weight isn't the only thing to consider when transitioning from rear facing to forward facing? Do you know the types of carseats and systems? What about the costs, safety ratings, and laws surrounding carseat safety? September is carseat safety awareness month and we are doing our part to make sure you are educated on vehicle adn carseat safety for your child. It takes a village! Happy Friday, yal!

You are not ready for today's episode! This one is too good! HeHe is sitting down with a mom of 3 and is the epitome of a birth warrior. She has three very different birth stories to share and for the first time ever, we are diving into nothing for birth stories! Rachel continued to push the boundaries and advocate for her ideal birth. Through each birth she learned new information and used it to prepare her next birth until she achieved her ideal birth situation and the ultimate pride in her body. She is here to tell us how to find that type of trust and respect in your body to take control of your birth! This may be the most empowering episode yet! Happy Tuesday!

Today's episode is inspired by a combination of background chatter, TED Talks, Netflix series, and various blogs. I'm diving into the brain and how humans receive and process, how we block out information, and how people can manipulate others by mastering these skills. I am sharing the definition of concentration and why it's important to know these. I will teach your how to engage your brain visually and emotionally while engaging your sense of hearing too. Throwing in some gratitude as usual and wah-lah! You have a wonderful focus tool! Tune in to train your brain! Happy Friday, yal!

Last week's episode is all about the midwifery bill H.4655 in Massachusetts and one side of the bill. This week we are diving into part 2. HeHe is sitting down with Diana Snyder to discuss the other side of bill H.4655. Diana is a Health Care Attorney, who, when she made the move to Massachusetts, was shocked to find her expectations let down by the amount of legislation in homebirth midwifery. This led to her frustration manifesting as the fuel to advocate for a cause she do deeply believes in--midwifery regulation. This episode shares some shocking stats and serious things to consider when forming your thoughts around this issue. Happy Tuesday!

I'm sharing a special skill that I have that helps my clients prepare for their birth. This podcast was inspired by a blog that I wrote last year about planning a wedding and planning for a baby. They are surprisingly similar! From the venue to the menu and the invite list to hiring a wedding planner! I'm putting it into perspective so you can take control of your birth! Happy Friday, yal! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Today, it's all about birthing at your home! HeHe is chatting with Joyce Hunt-Kimball, a Homebirth Midwife in Massachusetts, about fear-based care in the homebirth world, how safe homebirth really is, what happens when challenges arise, and the legislation that is threatening the rights of women across the state of Massachusetts. HeHe asks Joyce questions sent in from listeners and they dive into the most commonly asked questions about home birth care. This episode will also share a bill that impacts women's health and limits the freedom of birthing people. Joyce is fighting bill H.1189 (since drafted as H.4655) and is here to explain why H.4655 is restrictive on women's rights and the ability to choose their own care. This is part 1 of Homebirth Midwifery Legislation. Happy Tuesday, yal!

Every new parent wants to know apps that can make their life easier, simpler, organized or more structured. "There's an app for that" has never been so relevant. HeHe is sharing her 10 most beloved apps when it comes to babies, kids, and life in general. She is asked so regularly about apps that are for this or that and she's letting you in on the convo! This is a don't-miss-this episode sure to be a total game changer when it comes to your digital world!

Today, HeHe is helping you budget for your baby! HeHe is sitting down with Nicole Leguern, a mom of four kids and Financial Planner, to dive deep into our bank accounts! This episode is all about what you should know about saving for a baby. Whether you've been saving for years or today is the first day of forever, you will walk away from this episode with solid steps to help you reign in your spending and starting pinching those pennies...or at least counting them. From how much kids really cost to money saving life-hacks, Nicole has so much to share! Happy Tuesday, yal!

Last week, HeHe shared her tips for packing your birth bag for the hospital or birth center. This week, she shares what SHE brings to births in her ninja-turte-green back pack to each birth. It's not so much about what she brings as it is her energy in the birth room. She shares why each of these things play a role in the environment of your birth room! Happy Friday, yal!

Today's episode is all about common household toxins and the impacts they have on your health. HeHe is sitting down with Bri Pruitt who has been living a holistic lifestyle and practicing clean-living for nearly a decade. After serious illness struck her family, Bri decided to take control of what came into her family's home. We are discussing the most toxic things in your home and how to replace common household items with healthy, greener options. From sunscreen to laundry detergent to cleaning supplies, Bri is sharing it all. This is an episode that will scare the bejeezus out of you if green living is new to you! Happy Tuesday!

Packing for your birth experience can be a tantalizing task. Some people have no clue where to start while others feel like they can't possibly prepare enough. Some folks want to pack all the things while some wonder why they need to bring anything at all. HeHe gets asked "What should I pack for my birth" so regularly and she's here to share it all with you today! Enjoy a free download and the blog for this episode in the show notes! Dive into today's episode to hear part one of a two part series all bout packing for your birth! Happy Friday, yal! Shownotes: Check out the blog! The Rebozo:What it is and Why I Love it! One Handed Snacks Freebie

Today, HeHe is chatting with Melissa Gersin, Founder and CEO of Tranquil Mat! This magical baby product is a gently vibrating mat that helps newborns and infants fall asleep, stay asleep, and support self soothing skills! Melissa was a nurse for a hospital nursery and after years of work found herself frustrated and exhausted. She set out on a mission create the perfect helping hand for parents! This light-weight, flexible, easy to transport mat is a total game changer! Listeners can enjoy an extra 15% off of their order (while supplies last) by using sayings code: TBH15

Today, HeHe is diving into the skittle flavors of you vagina! Dive into what contributes to your personal vaginal odor as well as what can be done to combat the stank during the hot summer months. She is sharing general rules of thumb as well as 5 things to keep in mind about your ladybits. From Toxic Shock Syndrome to Sexually Transmitted Disease, she is going there today! Happy Friday, yal!

Today's episode features the founders of Fuel Up TV and Fitness Foods. Erika and Tiffany are sister who started a business together then became mothers together. Then, they began to see drastic change when they started to be intentional about their diets together. Ultimately this led to changes in their children's diet as well and growing a thriving business based on a passion and personal experience. They give us all the information on sugar detox and foods that will fuel you each day. Happy Tuesday and huge congrats on the birth of Luka! I made a freebie for you with the yummiest one-handed snacks! Check it out! Download: One Handed Snacks Freebie

Today, HeHe talks about how her recent travels down south and spending time with parents led her to dig deeper about who she is as a practitioner. She shares about the things that came up for her when she spent time learning from and spending time with her family recently. She also shares how she recognized fear based care rippling out into parenting. Whatever has been on your mind, trust your instincts. HeHe shares two stories of trusting her instincts in the birth room and changing the way that two mothers (and their partners) viewed birth. Check out the downloadI linked! I think you'll enjoy it! Download: Parent and Mindset Freebie

Nutrition in pregnancy is something that inevitably comes up for everyone. Lainey Younkin and HeHe are breaking it down trimester by trimester and then into the postpartum period. From counting calories, to eating a specific number of meals, eating this and not eating that.. the information overwhelm is real. Lainey shares her her tips for finding the right fit for your body, plus her thoughts on cravings during pregnancy and satisfying your sweet tooth. We are also sharing tips to reframe the way you view that number on the scale. Join us for this fun conversation about body image and healthy eating. Happy Tuesday! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Today, Mandy Rempfer-Kuncio joins HeHe to get real about perineum Massage as prep for childbirth. Mandy is sharing her tips for pelvic floor health, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, painful sex, and menopausal hormone changes. Mandy has created a program that is focused on perineum massage and she's sharing some pretty scary stats that are behind her drive to change the world of pelvic floor education! Happy Tuesday, yal! Shownotes: Chekc out the blog!

HeHe is diving into what it's like to work with her as your doula. She loves to tell people about birth and educating people so they can take control of their own birth. She talks about why each piece of the puzzle in important when preparing for your birth. She's sharing her secret formula of wedding planner + physical trainer + hiking guide to create the perfect balance to the TBH approach! Shownotes: Check out the Blog!

Description: HeHe is sitting down with Carli Blau, aka The Sex Doc Carli, to talk about all things endometriosis, the impact of mindset on your health, the emotions that arise for so many people plus the perspective that your partner might be experiencing! Carli shares about her own infertility struggles and what it's like to face the highest highs, but also the lowest lows. We are also diving into how sex therapy can be an amazing support and resource for couples or people experiencing infertility. She bring honest truth, hilarity, and an edgy energy to an otherwise heavy topic! Happy Tuesday, yal! Huge congrats to Carli and her husband on their newly announced pregnancy! Ps. She was pregnant when we recorded and I had to hang on to that big secret! So excited for you, friend! Shownotes: Blog: honestlynaked.com Website: carliblau.com Instagram: @sexdoccarli Email: [email protected]

WARNING: Talk about traumatic birth In this episode, HeHe gets down and dirty with manipulation in the birth world. She sheds light on toxic relationships and the impact they can have on someone's birthing experience. She will also share her favorite resources to help you get honest, evidence-based information and practices, plus she shares stories that she has witnessed of parents facing unacceptable care. Before you walk away, she will tell you the 5 most important things to do to advocate for yourself and stay in control of your birth. Happy friday,yal!

Finding the right style for your ever-changing body can be hard. From trying to conceive to dressing the bump to your postpartum body, fashion can have a profound impact on the way that you feel and take on each day! HeHe is chatting with Helena Grant, founder of HGrant Style, and the creative genius behind the Wardrobe Capsule! She is here to give you all the in's and out's, how-to's, and yummy goodness concerning style for all stages of being a mom! Helena's energy will come bursting through your speakers and light your life up in a way that you didn't know was possible! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

WARNING: Talk of suicide HeHe has been building her Tranquility Tribe and #tbhbirthing since 2016! But, it wasn't always rainbows and butterflies. HeHe has been bullied by a doula right here in the city of Boston--a doula in her own community! That's right, today HeHe is diving into the harassment and online abuse that she has endured and is sharing a glimpse into other stories of doulas being bullied. Through sharing her story, she is raising awareness to an all too common problem, plus helping you prepare to set boundaries and stay in control of the energy surrounding your pregnancy and birth. Join HeHe as she uncovers and shines light on bullying happening the birth world and in her own backyard of Boston! She's sharing her raw thoughts in this one! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

n this episode, HeHe sits down with Danielle Engel, founder of For The Love Of Paws Boston, to discuss how to prepare your fur children for the birth of your baby. It is easily forgotten that a new baby will disrupt your pet's life, too. Danielle tells her tips and tricks for helping your cats and dogs with the transition even before the baby arrives. From setting boundaries to cleaning out cat litter, we chat about it all! See ya there! Happy Tuesday! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Transition to life with a newborn can be a challenging one! HeHe dives into her role as a postpartum doula to help you ease bringing your newborn home. She is sharing the top 4 things she has learned while supporting new parents with overnight care. From sleep deprivation to life lessons she has learned along the way, HeHe is spilling the beans on what the first few nights at home after having a baby might look like for you!

Having a baby changes your body, this is true. But what doesn't have to be true is having a negative relationship with your body image. Today I am sitting down with Katherine Henry to talk about boudoir photography. I have always loved the idea and thought I would explore the option of boudoir pictures as a well of healing and learning to love your trying to conceive, pregnant, or postpartum body. Katherine tells us all about what to expect from her during a shoot and how to find the confidence to be photographed in your knickers! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

What you wear to your birth should be intentional and I'm here to tell you why! "What should I wear?" is a question I get all the time from expectant parents preparing for their birth experience and I always tell them to give it some thought based on a few factors. I'm giving you all my tips of putting together the perfect birth outfit. I'm also giving you the lowdown on what I wear to births! Believe it or not, my uniform is very intentional. From my head to my toes, I'm dishing the details on the energy that each piece of my birth outfits brings to the experience.

This week, I am diving into the differences between the care options you have during pregnancy. I'm sitting down with a hospital Midwife to chat about why someone might choose midwifery care over traditional OBGYN care when it comes to having a baby. There are also "different kinds" of midwives with varying credentials and backgrounds. If you have wondered about care options or considered midwifery care for your birth, this is a must-listen-to episode for you! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Whether you remember your first time reclaiming your sex life after a baby as intense, or you've just had a baby and are terrified to try, or you're pregnant and wondering what it will be like, I made this episode for you! It can be intimidating and challenging to begin having sex after having a baby, that's true. In today's episode, I am taking you down the road of what to expect. I even created a freebie for you that has all this for you ready to download! From postpartum bleeding and healing to the hormonal side and how breastfeeding impacts that, we cover it all. Happy Friday and I can't wait to see you there! Shownotes: Download the Sex After Baby freebie!

Today, we are diving into Diastasis Recti. I'm sitting down with Lisa Marie Ryan who is awaiting surgical correction for her severe DR after having her two children and continuing to participate in intense work outs during pregnancy. We are talking all about the causes of her DR as well as what she has learned along the way. We also give away tips of how you can prevent damage and protect your body in pregnancy and postpartum. Lisa Marie also shares her insight on athleticism during pregnancy and why pain (or lack there of) isn't the greatest indicator of healing. If you are a cesarean birth parent thinking this doesn't apply to you, think again! Today's episode is a blast and you will leave with so much new information! See ya there! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Description: Is lightening crotch ruining your life? Are you wondering why you have random shooting pain down your leg? Let me tell ya! That's your body getting ready to have a baby! I'm diving into what SPD is and what it happens during pregnancy? I'll also tell you how likely it is to continue into postpartum and what you can do to support your body. I'm here to help you alleviate your PS pain! Grab your freebie below for exercises that can help! ​ Shownotes: Download Attached Check out the blog!

Today, Lisa Malmgren, the founder of Classified Image Consultant, is here to tell us all about finding yourself again after having a baby…with fashion! We talk routines, easy wardrobe changes, and practical clothing options. We also talk about the science behind the color of your clothing and how it can affect your moods. I talk about my “boss babe” outfit and what my closet looks like! She tells us how to achieve that balance of sustainable beauty and finding confidence everyday. This is an episode that is guaranteed to bring a smile to you face! See ya there! Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Are you a chronic squatter? Do you realize how much you hover to avoid touching a public toilet seat? I get it. I noticed my own habit and decided that I needed to take initiative to be more aware of protecting my pelvic floor muscles. Today, I'm sharing the damaging impacts that squatting to pee can have on your PF and what you can do to keep yourself safe from germs in public restrooms! Oh, and Happy Friday!

Have you ever wondered if a "side hustle" was meant for you? Have you been exploring your options and don't know which is the best for you? Megan Loftin shares her nap time job that she has built from the ground up and it isn't what you think! She also has a youtube channel where she supports, teaches, and inspires thousands of other parents just like you to start their own small businesses! We chat about how she manages to juggle being a mother, wife, small business owner, and work a corporate job, too. Plus, she tells who is in her village and how she balances all the moving puzzle pieces. Shownotes: Check out the blog! The Bootstrap Boutique Youtube Channel Instagram

Another Friday Free Talk and today I'm talking all about mindset shifts when you find yourself in a space of needing a reset! I give away what I do when I find myself in that space as well as the 4 most helpful shifts that I use. Make sure you are headed into the weekend with the perfect headspace! Download the Parent and Mindset Guide Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Do you know how the three P's impact your daily life? Today, Jill Miller is here to chat all about bringing the massage experience into your home and focus on connecting with your body at the same time! Just in time for Mother's Day, we are diving into the perfect gift for that special person who is impossible to buy for because nothing seems to do it justice! We chat about all things pregnancy, pain, postpartum, healing, yoga, and self-care in this episode! Shownotes: Check out the blog! Download the freebie

Happy Friday! Today, I’m exploring the importance of the village after having a baby and how to successfully build your tribe. I dive into why we can’t seem to ask for help these days and give the steps you can take to help prepare for your postpartum period. I even share a secret of how you can join The Tranquility Tribe! See ya there! Small Group SignUp Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Fear based care in America has been dictating women’s births for years. Healthcare professionals are fearful of repercussions and this leads to the use of fear based education when providing care to patients. Ergo, birthing people often feel pressured into making decisions because they are scared or concerned about something. This can leave new parents, especially women, feeling out of control and taken advantage of. HeHe sits down with Shana Dewitt who has had two very different birth experiences. Shana walks us through her birth stories and the feelings of being pressured into . She gets down right and dirty about all the feels, but instead of grabbing your tissues, I urge you to grab your books to educate yourself on the choices you have when it comes to your birth experience. Shownotes: Check out the blog!