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Dearest Doula with Nathalie Saenz

Nathalie Saenz chats with top birth workers and birth experts such as Demetria Clark & Maria Pokluda, with Inspiration from Ina May Gaskin, Penny Simkin, Pam England, and Sheila Kitzinger.

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On Dearest Doula we will learn about a host of birth related topics from top professionals in our field, and connect with doulas and other birth workers so they can share their wisdom with you. Our topic based shows are chock-full of knowledge bombs, tips and resources that you can arm yourself with and add to your doula arsenal of awesomeness. Our birth worker features are all near and dear to my heart, and I invite you to let their journey light your path. Listening to their struggles, the ...
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On Raising Kids & Running a Business host Kate Christy (designer + mom x3) talks with other mothers all about what it’s like to manage the mental load of motherhood while building a career and quite frankly how they’re keeping both the creativity and the kids alive. We have honest conversations about what we’re doing (or not doing) to chase our dreams, the lessons we’ve learned, sacrifices made, and permission slips we’re writing to pursue our version of success.And real talk. Moms get sh*t ...
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A podcast dedicated to the beauty and brutality of new parenthood - because giving birth is the beginning, but postpartum is forever. Created by postpartum doula Naomi Chrisoulakis, each week she chats to women about their postpartum experiences and asks experts to share their wisdom.
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The Resource Doula provides curated resources that empower women to advocate for themselves and make informed health and wellness decisions for pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting.
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Engineer turned Mama, Jess, meets mothers at the intersection of instincts and evidence to cut through the noise of parenting and wellness advice. On Modern Nurture, we’ll look to experts in thought provoking interviews, we’ll look to our biology to unpack the instincts and processes we’ve forgotten in the modern era, and we’ll have heart to heart conversations with real moms from every background as we seek to build a community where every mother and mom-to-be can find relatability and supp ...
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Welcome! We are Health Visitors in the UK and this podcast is for other Health Visitors, parents or anyone who works with families from antenatal to 5yrs. In each episode we chat about professional issues, common practice questions and cutting edge research to keep your knowledge current. We've done the reading and we'll discuss it together over a cup of tea, giving you the concise headlines you need to know to feel confident and prepared. PLEASE SEND REQUESTS / TOPIC SUGGESTIONS TO: iamahea ...
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This episode highlight’s Tashana Thompson’s experience with the intricacies of balancing motherhood and a thriving career. As the CEO of Beyond Business Solutions, Tashana’s amazing journey is definitely insightful and encouraging. Tashana shares her journey from starting her business 16 years ago, navigating life as a bonus mom, and the challenges…
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In the latest episode, I engage in an insightful conversation with Kat Murphy of Social Kat Media, delving into the intricacies of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. Kat's journey, characterized by unexpected challenges and triumphs, offers valuable insights into managing a business while navigating the joys and struggles of parenthood. Fro…
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In this episode, Rachell De Luna, the creative force behind Squarestylist shares her journey from an engineering career to entrepreneurship, driven by her passion for design and the empowerment of motherhood. Rache discusses balancing business and family life, effective time management strategies, and the invaluable support from her husband and mot…
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Emelie Sanders is the head honcho at Pass the Queso. She’s a copywriter turned copywriting mentor for coaches and creatives. When she’s not wrangling her five kids, she’s coaching business owners on how to lean into their unique voices and use humor to create a personality-packed copy. In this episode, Emelie and Kate chat about the endless to-do l…
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In this episode, Madeline and I chat about how intellectualising, people-pleasing and perfectionism showed up for her in postpartum, parenting and her career - and how it's now shaped how she helps other women. Madeline McKenzie is a mental health social worker and business owner at Sit with Self. Her specialty is working with high-achieving millen…
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In this episode, Abbey and Courtney of Duo Collective talk about their intertwined journeys in motherhood and entrepreneurship. They delve into the challenges of starting a business while caring for young children, transitioning to full-time roles, and balancing personal struggles such as fertility issues and miscarriages. Both Abbey and Courtney c…
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Becca Wood is a Squarespace website designer and developer, host of Probably Bothered podcast, and a mom of one (now). Becca is the first soon-to-be mother on the podcast to let the listeners into how she’s prepping her solo business for maternity leave. Stay tuned for the second installment when Becca and Kate chat about what went as expected (or …
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. In this episode of Modern Nurture, we sit down with Anya Dunham, a research scientist and mother of three, to discuss insights from her book, Baby Ecology. Anya talks about the capabilities and development of babies in the womb and in their early years, the impacts of sensory stimulation,…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Hey Mamas! Things are crazy here this summer. Episodes may be slightly irregular for the next several weeks, but I want to take advantage of some family time I have coming up, and I don't want the quality to suffer. Thank you for bearing with me! I have two great episodes coming up. One w…
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In this insightful conversation, Morgan Rapp and I delve into the complexities of balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship. We candidly discuss the pressures, challenges, and personal growth involved in navigating these dual roles. Morgan shares her journey of reconciling professional identities and finding fulfillment beyond financial success, w…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Babywearing Science: Health, Cognitive, and Emotional Benefits for Baby and Mama In this video, Jess from Modern Nurture delves into the fascinating world of babywearing. Jess shares insightful research on how babywearing benefits both parents and infants, including increased maternal res…
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You all know I'm all about support over stuff, but that doesn't mean that there isn't stuff out there that's incredibly useful! In this episode, I talk to Em Stone, founder of Babybee, about her two postpartums and what she discovered was useful (and what absolutely was not). Enjoy the episode! This episode is brought to you by Babybee, Australian-…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. The Five S's: A Guide to Calming Your Newborn In this episode of the Modern Nurture Podcast, host Jess explores Dr. Harvey Karp's approach to soothing crying infants, known as the 'calming reflex', through his recommended five steps, or the 'Five S's': Swaddling, Side/Stomach Position, Sh…
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Kayleigh Medeiros, Founder of Heritage Baby Designs shares her journey from retail management to creating her own babywearing brand. Kayleigh beautifully narrates how her multicultural background and her grandmother's influence inspired her to start the business. She also talks about the challenges of balancing motherhood, health issues, and entrep…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. In this episode, Jess delves into the topic of Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI), a common yet underrecognized condition, through a conversation with Stephanie Deusing, a mother who discovered her son's almost complete blindness due to CVI only when he was 15. Despite a high IQ, academic e…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. The Essential Guide to Nutrition from Infancy to Adulthood for Mothers and Children In this episode of the Modern Nurture Podcast, the host Jess and guest speaker, Stephanie from Food Factor Nutrition, explore comprehensive nutrition guidance starting from infancy to adolescence, includin…
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This is part two of my epic chat with Amy Carmody, a yoga teacher, personal trainer, strength coach and pre- and postnatal exercise specialist, In this ep, we talk all about what we can do, as mothers, to help support our mobility, strength and nervous systems in this crazy ride we're on. And how we do it amid the busy-ness of life with kiddos. I l…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Unmedicated Births: Your Complete Guide with Doula Insights In this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess is joined by doula Sarah from Entering Motherhood to explore unmedicated births. They delve into preparation, the birth process, postpartum recovery, and how doulas aid in these phases…
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For this episode, I'm joined by the amazing Amy Carmody, a yoga teacher, personal trainer, strength coach and pre- and postnatal exercise specialist, for a conversation about her two postpartums, recovery from her caesarean births and regaining her strength. We couldn't shut up, so you'll from Amy again in two weeks time for a frank pep talk about …
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. In this episode of the Modern Nurture Podcast, host Jess, an engineer and mother, debunks common myths surrounding tummy time for infants. Drawing from her three-part framework for evaluating parenting advice against the biological norm, Jess invites listeners to explore whether tradition…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Discover the Healing Power of Infant Massage In this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess and expert Helen Thompson, an infant massage instructor and host of the First Time Moms Chat podcast, delve into the history and profound advantages of infant massage, including enhanced sleep, brain…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. If you want to know about breastfeeding and trying to conceive, breastfeeding while pregnant, and the unique challenges of breastfeeding a toddler, this one is for you.. Host Jess and guest Jenna Wolfe, a certified lactation counselor and Pure Joy parent coach, offer profound insights int…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Mastering Pelvic Floor Health for an Easy Labor Check out Becca’s course to ELIMINATE YOUR PREGNANCY PAIN! Use Code “MODERNNURTURE” for a discount! https://go.pelvicfloormomma.com/course-sales-page-1399?am_id=jessika731 In this comprehensive discussion on pelvic floor health with pelvic f…
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Welcome to a new season! Joining me for this fresh ep is Brooke Maree, a leading babywearing educator and Kangatraining instructor. I found Brooke when I had my first, velcro baby and her knowledge is immense - I hope this gets your babywearing journey off to a great start! You can find her on Instagram here and her really helpful YouTube videos he…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Join host Jess and PMS & Hormone Health Coach Rebecca Paisley in a groundbreaking discussion that challenges the norms around PMS and menstrual health. Discover the roles of key hormones, the power of diet in regulating your cycle, and the holistic approach of Ayurveda to optimizing women…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Welcome to Modern Nurture, where mothers at the intersection of instincts and evidence. Join host Jess as she engages in an insightful conversation with Amy Hughes, a doula, mother, and personal trainer. Amy shares her unique journey and the development of a comprehensive pregnancy protoc…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Dive into the essentials of infant sleep in this episode of "Modern Nurture," featuring Holistic Sleep Coach Kim Hawley. From unraveling the complexities of sleep training to navigating the risks of SIDS, and uncovering the truths behind co-sleeping and bed-sharing, this discussion is pac…
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This episode is sponsored by Hydramama, a sugar-free hydration support drink that's designed for pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Chock-a-block with electrolytes, magnesium, methylated folate and vitamins B6 and C, Hydramama helps when you're growing a baby--particularly if you're struggling with nausea or morning sickness--and while breastfeeding…
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Send me a Text Message, for free! I'd love to hear from you. Welcome and an Unconventional Take on Tummy Time Join Jess on the Modern Nurture Podcast, where mothers meet at the intersection of instincts and evidence. As an engineer turned mom, Jess dives deep into the essence of motherhood, challenging the conventional with a mix of personal anecdo…
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This episode is sponsored by Addison, the chic and practical clothing label for the modern mum. Addison offers pregnancy and breastfeeding-friendly styles that are super cute, and they're giving you free shipping with the code FOURTHTRIMESTER. Having a baby? You need to hear this episode. Dr Eliza Hannam (https://www.drelizahannam.com.au/) is a mot…
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This episode is brought to you by Babybee, Australian-owned and designed prams combining quality, safety and style. Not only does Babybee let you try their prams at home with free returns for nine months, they also offer an industry leading three year warranty for total peace of mind. With thousands of five star reviews, around the clock customer c…
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I'm six weeks postpartum in this episode (from back in 2020) and I'm chatting about what I've been eating, the amazing meal train organised by friends, the role of my midwife and doulas, my physical recovery, breastfeeding, sleep, how my anxiety and mental health has been and lots more. This episode is sponsored by The Whole Bowl Co, a fabulous mea…
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This episode is sponsored by Hydramama, a sugar-free hydration support drink that's designed for pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Chock-a-block with electrolytes, magnesium, methylated folate and vitamins B6 and C, Hydramama helps when you're growing a baby--particularly if you're struggling with nausea or morning sickness--and while breastfeeding…
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Babies cost money - but how much exactly, and whether it will stress you out or you'll sail through, depends on your choices and planning. In this ep, I chat to financial coach Rebecca Pritchard, a mum of two who takes us through what she did and offers advice on where to save and what conversations to have that will help avoid common relationship …
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I'm joined by Lael Stone (https://laelstone.com.au/) on this episode to talk all things Aware Parenting and how it can help us find a happy middle ground between authoritarian and permissive parenting, through holding space, setting loving limits, meeting our own needs, and working through our own baggage. I love Lael! This episode is brought to yo…
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Jessica Chapnik Kahn is a singer-songwriter, author and poet. She's also a mum - and an example of how motherhood and creativity don't need to be mutually exclusive. In fact, her experience shows just how becoming a parent can open up a new layer of inspiration. Madre, the book of poetry that Jessica began during her postpartum (available here) is …
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Many of you will know Leigh Campbell through her popular podcasts (This Glorious Mess Little Kids and You Beauty), via her work for Mamamia and from Instagram. In this epsiode, originally published in 2019, we dive deep into her fertility struggles, perinatal anxiety, breastfeeding challenges, relationship changes and the strange combination of hea…
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Haley Dagan is a self proclaimed agency owner by accident at The Written World Agency. After losing her corporate job in marketing inside the world of hospitality during the pandemic, Haley made a choice to give it a go at freelancing as a copywriter. As her client roster grew and her bandwidth did not after having baby number two—she slowly began …
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In years gone by, the message has been loud and clear: bedsharing kills babies. But what does the science say? And why are big organisations like Unicef and the UK's Lullaby Trust now promoting safe bedsharing? Can you ever be safe when you sleep with your baby? And if you're part of the 75% of parents who do fall asleep with their babies at some p…
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It took four years for Sophie Gleitzman to fall pregnant. It took only moments at her 19 week scan to realise that her much-wanted baby's life might be at risk. As it turned out, her son Jack (now a happy and healthy primary schooler) needed heart surgery soon after he was born and Sophie's motherhood journey began in the NICU. But while the intens…
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Bernadette Lack is a midwife, personal trainer, mum and pelvic floor expert--she has helped hundreds of women sort out their post-baby pelvic floors with her Core and Floor Restore programs. Here, she shares her own experience with incontinence, pregnancy, home birth, and restoring her pelvic floor health... and gives plenty of tips on how you can …
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This episode is brought to you by Babybee, Australian-owned and designed prams combining quality, safety and style. Not only does Babybee let you try their prams at home with free returns for nine months, they also offer an industry leading three year warranty for total peace of mind. With thousands of five star reviews, around the clock customer c…
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Send us a Text Message. Show Notes On this episode of The Resource Doula, I chat with Hays about their work as a doula, photographer, and advocate for informed choice. And how they help clients feel more empowered and informed so they can have the birth and postpartum experience that leaves them feeling capable and proud. Hays also talks about how …
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What is it like to have you beloved mother pass away before you have children, and ache for her when you do? How do you learn to mother yourself? Tune in to hear Ali Heppell's story. Ali is a circle facilitator, postpartum doula and matrescence educator in the Dandenong Ranges of Victoria. Find her @aliheppell_mothercare…
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In this ep, we talk about Kristal's postpartums, including D-MER, postpartum depression and anxiety and military wife life, and how she navigated early motherhood. Find Kristal's book and services here: https://mamaswingwoman.com/By Naomi Chrisoulakis
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Amber Sperling is a social worker, psychotherapist, wife, and mother of two. Her training specifically in perinatal mental health made this chat chock-full of advice, common themes among mothers, and a lot of permission slips to do what feels right for you and your family. Inside the episode we talked all about... Treating yourself like your best f…
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Greetings Mothers — a little update on the podcast and storytime about why I almost burnt it all down! Running a business is hard. Being a mom is hard. So when stuff gets really hard, I think it's important to share, ask for help, and be honest because someone might just have sage advice because they've been there or you might help someone avoid th…
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It's Perinatal Mental Health Week! In this conversation with Julie Borninkhof, clinical psychologist and CEO of Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia, we talk about my experience with postpartum anxiety, how to protect your mental health, what to do if you find yourself struggling - and how to help family and friends who have had a baby. Julie i…
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