This podcast begins an ongoing conversation about midwifery and the historical, social, economic, and political aspects.
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Welcome to Ask the Doulas! This podcast is tailored to expectant parents and those with newborns or toddlers at home. It is also great for those who are in the early stages of their fertility journeys. Gain insights and guidance from the experts themselves on becoming a parent no matter if this is your first baby or your fifth. The featured doulas offer trusted support, sharing effective self-care and early parenting approaches. Let them be your trusted coaches as you make optimal decisions ...
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We are The Family Room is a podcast for expecting parents and young families to learn, find support, and be real during one of the biggest transitions of your life. Just like our 2 physical locations in Los Angeles, we hope this is a space that makes you feel a little less alone on your parenting journey and a lot like you are doing awesome. From birth to feeding, to newborn care and way beyond, we believe there is not one right way to parent. We provide research-based information, but alway ...
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A new podcast, ‘N’Down to the Wire’, featuring the co-founder of UCAN, which funded the creation of the first Urological Cancer Care Centre in Scotland, and founder of Horizons, a social enterprise helping to transform maternal and infant care in West Africa and beyond, starting in The Gambia, where he is originally from, is being launched at the start of next month.Dr. James N’Dow continues to play a key role in the global advancement and teaching of urological surgery through various roles ...
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How Craniosacral Therapy can benefit infants with Meaghan Beames of Beames CST Training Centre.
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How Craniosacral Therapy can benefit infants with Meaghan Beames of MyBaby Craniosacral Podcast and Beames CST Training Centre. Kristin and Meaghan discuss how craniosacral therapy can help babies cope with colic, latching issues, and growing pains that can make life with a newborn harder than it needs to be.…
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Karen shares that the podcast will be on a summer break and why! We can't wait to be back in the Fall with new episodes, stories, and support. Wishing our podcast family a great summer! Love the show? Subscribe, Rate, & Review! https://www.familyroomcenter.com/podcast/By Karen Stoteraux
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Tips for supporting your friends who just had a baby with Lizzie Williams!
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Tips for supporting your friends who just had a baby with former Gold Coast Doulas client, Lizzie Williams. Kristin and Lizzie chat about everything from creating an intentional baby registry to her top tips for supporting new parents in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Lizzie contributed to our new book, Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Bab…
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Ep 91 - One and Done: Cara and Snow's Stories
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Families with one child are far more common in the United States today than ever before, outnumbering two-child families for several decades. Yet, stereotypes and pressure still persist. On the podcast to talk with Karen about their families' decision to have one child is Cara Purgason and Snow Lau. Cara and Snow attended the same Parent & Me group…
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The benefits of doula support with Anne Wallen, Director of MaternityWise International.
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Kristin Revere and Anne Wallen discuss how doulas can impact the birth and postnatal experience. Anne also describes her doula training and education programs at MaternityWise International.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Simple Healthy Habits for Busy Moms with Brianna Wilkerson of Mommy Me Time Community.
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Kristin Revere and Brianna Wilkerson of Mommy Me Time Community discuss the focus on prioritizing health and self-care during each season of motherhood. Brianna has quick tips for both new and seasoned moms to get more intentional time and nourishment.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 90 - Alcohol-Free in Motherhood: Vanessa's Story
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Mommy wine culture is pervasive and drinking while parenting has been normalized in recent years. For many people, having a drink at night can feel like a reward for a hard day of parenting. Some parents find their alcohol consumption actually increases after kids as a way to not only reward themselves, but to reconnect with their relaxed and caref…
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Prenatal and Postnatal Nutrition Tips with Stephanie Middleburg, Author of “The Big Book of Pregnancy Nutrition”
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Kristin Revere and Stephanie Middleburg chat about the importance of nourishing yourself and your baby during pregnancy and the postnatal phase. Stephanie is the author of “The Big Book of Pregnancy Nutrition” and founder of Middleburg Nutrition.By Gold Coast Doulas
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We do want to share a trigger warning, as the content of the episode may be emotionally challenging. We always encourage listeners to check in with themselves and listen to how you are feeling. Birth trauma is described as any physical or emotional distress you may experience during childbirth. According to the National Institutes of Health, up to …
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Karen often talks about her husband James on the show, so she decided to bring him for a special episode! Karen was a single mom when she met James and they discuss the early days of dating, who said I love you first, what it is like parenting three girls, what he thought when Karen told him she wanted to open The Family Room, and so much more. Lov…
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Breaking Motherhood Barriers with Heidi McDowell of Mind Body Baby Collective
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Kristin and Heidi discussed her yoga studio’s expansion, including child care and a co-working space. They also discussed Heidi’s contribution to the fitness section in our upcoming book release, Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 87 - Three Things You Didn't Know About Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
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Today on the podcast we are talking all about acupuncture and herbal medicine with Dr. Beck Hoehn. Acupuncture can help with things from pain management to illness and infertility. Living in Los Angeles, acupuncture feels very accessible and prevalent in our communities, yet there are somethings you may still be surprised to learn! Dr. Hoehn is a n…
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Fourth Trimester Preparation with Dr. Diane Speier, author of “Life After Birth: A Parent’s Holistic Guide for Thriving in the Fourth Trimester.”
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Kristin Revere and Dr. Diane Speier chat about how to best plan and prep for the postnatal phase. They discuss everything from communication to support options in this informative episode. Dr. Speier is also the creator of the Digital Doula 2.0 app.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Top 5 Toddler Behavior Questions Answered with Christine Brown of Bella Luna Family!
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Kristin Revere and Christine Brown address everything from handling tantrums to managing a child’s big feelings in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. You can listen to this episode on your favorite podcast player.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 86 - Building a Life Around Nature: Daniela's Story
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Nature can be restorative and healing. On this episode, Karen chats with her friend Daniela Ray about her decision to move out of Los Angeles to connect with nature and where that decision has led her -- from homeschooling her two children, to running a nature school, becoming an herbalist, and starting her own business, Growing Up Rooted. Daniela …
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Postpartum Recovery with Lynn Schulte, founder of the Institute for Birth Healing.
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Kristin Revere and Lynn Schulte discuss postpartum healing including hemorrhoids, fissures, and tears as well as preventative steps to take during pregnancy/ in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas podcast.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 85 - How Where You Grow Up Shapes You and Your Parenting: Bill's Story
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Where we decide to raise our children is a fascinating topic, as many families today are raising their children in different places than their own childhood. Karen explores this topic with Bill Sy, a dad in our community and team member at The Family Room. Karen met Bill almost ten years ago at playgroup in San Marino. Through chatting, she learned…
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Breastfeeding Gadgets with Kelly Emery, MSN, RN, IBCLC, owner of Baby Beloved and educator at Gold Coast Doulas
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Kelly shares the pros and cons of top breastfeeding gadgets with Kristin in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Link to free Gadget Videos: https://www.babybelovedinc.com/resources and subscribe to her YouTube Channel and her Breast Friends Forever Club for more videos as Kelly comes across more gadgets and the latest lactation research.…
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Cancer is not common in kids, but when it happens to your family it can be the most terrifying experience of your life. The good news is that many childhood cancers are highly treatable. Here today to share her daughter’s story is Elsa Saldana. Many of you may know Elsa from our Toddler & Me program where she supports Gia or from playgroup in San M…
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The Benefits of HypnoBirthing with Fear and Now Documentary Producer and Director, Liat Ron
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Fear and Now Documentary with Liat Ron, Producer and Director. Kristin and Liat discuss how HypnoBirthing impacted her second birth and why she decided to create a documentary about her experience along with the experiences of other families captured in the film.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 83 - Having a Baby with Your Best Friend Who Is Not Your Romantic Partner
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Brandi Andrews reached a point in her life when she was ready to have a baby. She was not in a romantic relationship and knew her path would be a bit less traditional as a lesbian woman. Her gay best friend Lawrence was also ready to have a baby, too. So after a lot of talking and a parental contract laying the foundation for a co-parenting framewo…
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Ep 82 - Going Back to School After Kids with Jaci Dial
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Many parents consider a career change after having a baby and going back to school can be the stepping stone to a new professional path. While it can feel daunting to return to school as a parent, it does not mean it's impossible. On the podcast to share her story is Jaci Dial, a mom of two and former Family Room employee. Jaci always considered nu…
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Do More Than Just Survive Postpartum with Jess Hull of Mother Me!
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Kristin Revere and Jess Hull discuss the concept of matrescence and the changes that happen to women when they become a mother.By Gold Coast Doulas
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We wrote a book with Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas!
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Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase chatted about their upcoming book "Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby." Their book will be released on Mother's Day. Look for it on Amazon and ask for it at your favorite bookstore. The e-book and audiobook will be available in early June.By Gold Coast Doulas
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Ep 81 - Weight Bias in Pregnancy & So Much More: Jen McLellan from Plus Mommy Podcast
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In this episode, Karen talks with Jen McLellan, founder of Plus Size Birth and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast about plus size pregnancy, weight bias, body love, and so much more. Jen is a certified childbirth educator, published author, advocate and mother. Her work has been featured everywhere from Good Morning America and the Today Show, to Peopl…
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