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A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from ...
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Postpartum University® Podcast

Maranda Bower, Postpartum Nutrition Specialist

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** Top Ranking Show in Both Parenting + Nutrition** Let's face it, the "healthcare" system doesn't care about your postpartum health. Postpartum depression, anxiety, and autoimmune disease have become normal in motherhood. And it's time to start telling the truth. It's time to get real answers. The Postpartum University® Podcast is a place you can get evidence-based information you not only need but deserve. Hosted by Maranda Bower, a biology student turned scientist who's work, education, a ...
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You are a new mum struggling to know how to recover your body after having a baby, then you stumble across my podcast that is going to tell you exactly what you need to do and the truth about what it actually takes. Together we will cut through the bull sh*t messages of the world that make you feel pants about the way your body looks. So that you can.......... Have Dry Knickers and a strong core and body. AND not give two hoots about how your body looks right now so you can......... scoop up ...
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My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about t ...
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Nancy AF

Nancy Anderson

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Nancy Anderson (M.S. Kinesiology) is a certified fitness trainer, nutrition specialist, pre and postnatal expert, and the Founder and CEO of Nancy Anderson Fit, Move Your Bump, and Treadthrill. She is fired up and passionately motivated about helping moms and moms-to-be live their best and healthiest lives, and is literally living her dream job helping women all over the world do just that.
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BLUE MUMDAYS

Vikki Stephenson

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Blue MumDays is a podcast about perinatal illness, parenting and being kind to yourself. Up to 1 in 5 mums and 1 in 10 dads will suffer with their mental health after the birth of their baby. Having once interviewed the likes of Sir David Attenborough and Hans Zimmer during my BBC career, I’m now speaking to mums, dads and mental health experts each week, in an effort to understand my own experience of postnatal depression. Dispelling myths, smashing stigma & bringing hope to parents having ...
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Birth. It is everywhere. Literally. Every day with each birth there are new stories to be told, wisdom to be shared and knowledge to be learned. Elizabeth Bachner sees birth in a unique way: As life lessons that help us grow as spiritual beings having human experiences. Childbirth is her prose, her jam, and her calling. We are your safe space for the sharing of those experiences from all different perspectives and many walks of life. Through curious conversation and storytelling, there is al ...
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“Your Life Style Is Your Medicine” is a podcast that focuses on how a person's lifestyle can be the key to health and happiness. Routed in the principles of lifestyle medicine, Ed Paget, osteopath, and exercise scientist, interviews area-specific experts on how lifestyle impacts well-being, focusing on purpose, physical activity, nutrition, sleep, and stress, which could lead to a longer, happier life. Edward now runs immersive lifestyle medicine retreats, with the purpose of helping others ...
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The birth-ed podcast

Megan Rossiter, birth-ed

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Bringing you the information you thought you'd get in your antenatal appointments, but didnt. The birth-ed podcast opens up conversations about all aspects of pregnancy, birth and parenthood, with the World's leading women's health & parenting experts- from Midwives to Obstetricians, Doulas to Activists. Host and founder of birth-ed, Megan Rossiter is your warm guide, a gentle holding hand through these vulnerable moments of pregnancy, birth and parenting. If you want to feel safe, nurtured ...
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Compelling, vulnerable conversations devoted to the nuanced realms of grief, pleasure and the sometimes messy, always beautiful paradox that exists between the two. Join Kate Leiper, founder of SensuAlchemy School as she asks the question: within a culture that perceives emotional, intuitive and creative intelligence as inferior and avoids pain at all costs, what might change if grief were our compass and pleasure, our medicine?
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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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A podcast to change the way women prepare for motherhood.The Mother First podcast is a divine way Reviving Motherhood aims togive motherhood a voice to - - help shift the way we think, see and value motherhood, - to change the way we prepare for our own unique journey into motherhood and - through our experiences and stories, help the mama-to-be to build the motherhood experience she wants and desires.
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Kristin Revere and Jodi Graves of Michigan Family Doulas discuss the importance of postnatal and prenatal nutrition. They also talk about the role of the postpartum doula and how they can support families after baby arrives on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach mor…
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, the first of three in this series, I chat through 3 ways to prepare your body and pelvic floor for birth. In this series I will talk you through: Ways to help reduce your risk of incontinence, prolapse and pelvic health concerns post birth. Ways to help reduce your risk of perineal tears and episiotomy. P…
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Struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, and PTSD left me paralyzed with fear and uncertainty. Join me as I reveal my personal journey through these dark times and share how recognizing and validating these emotions became the first steps toward healing. We’ll explore the therapeutic tools like cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR that can …
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Kristin Revere and Mariela De Santiago discuss how preparation during pregnancy can impact your postnatal recovery phase. Mariela hosts the New Mom Podcast and is the founder of the Carlsbad Mom Crew. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our…
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Send us a Text Message. Join this conversation with midwife Amber Gibson, where we discuss antenatal expressing and preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy. Some topics we discuss include: Benefits of antenatal expressing When NOT to do antenatal expressing When to start antenatal expressing Hand expressing of colostrum Preparing for breastf…
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Ever wondered how chiropractic care can significantly impact the health of postpartum women and infants? We promise you’ll gain new insights into this fascinating topic as we’re joined by Dr. Stacey Lowe, a dedicated chiropractor with over two decades of experience in Wasilla, Alaska. Discover how Dr. Lowe debunks common misconceptions about chirop…
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Having six children means Shari Stamps knows a fair bit about preparing for postpartum. Since having kids, she's dedicated her life to growing her experience as a perinatal professional, taking many courses including doula training. Now she's sharing her wisdom from her own parenting experience plus her professional training with us. Hear Shari's t…
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Unlock the secrets to better sleep and enhanced well-being with Tara Youngblood, the pioneering force behind Chili Sleep. Learn how Tara transformed personal grief and the challenge of her husband's night-time overheating into groundbreaking sleep solutions like the ChiliPad and Oolah systems. Through her deeply moving narrative, discover the pivot…
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Emily Cleghorn shares her personal story of overcoming trauma and discusses the importance of support during motherhood on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. She also discusses navigating triggers and tantrums as you heal your childhood trauma in the midst of early parenting. Emily is the founder of Mindful Soul Wellness. Please leave a review o…
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Can self-doubt really sabotage your success? Join me as I share intimate and raw stories from my new book, "Confidence and Clients: A Postpartum Pro Playbook." This episode takes you behind the scenes of my rollercoaster journey filled with moments of crippling self-doubt and imposter syndrome and reveals how I transformed these challenges into a t…
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Send us a Text Message. Join this conversation with Kristy Miller who has had 4 pregnancies, including 2 of her own children, followed by being a surrogate / gestational carrier to two babies. Kristy, a member inside FitNest Mama, shares her story about becoming a surrogate, how she prepared for birth, and how she managed her postpartum recovery. K…
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When to clamp the cord that leads from placenta to baby has become a contested issue in recent years. Today’s guest, Amanda Burleigh, has fought long and hard to introduce evidence-based practice and advocates delayed cord clamping for better baby health. Amanda talks openly about her personal journey to discover the benefits of delay and how it wo…
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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode today I chat with Physio Fiona from Grdle Pelvic Belt and we all things pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy. Listen to this episode where we discuss: what is pelvic girdle pain? how common is pelvic girdle pain? when does pelvic girdle pain start during pregnancy? what are some treatment options for p…
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Discover the secrets to reclaiming your body and emotional well-being postpartum with our special guest, Dr. Tara Morrison, a doctor of physical therapy and women's health and intimacy coach. In this episode, Dr. Morrison shares her innovative Somatic Pelvic Care methodology, which blends traditional hands-on pelvic floor therapy with emotional and…
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Ali Starling joins us to talk about the significant and often under-discussed topic of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD). Ali Starling is an experienced midwife and academic from the University of California San Francisco. We talk about her passions: midwifery, mental health, and the intersection between the two. Our discussion thoroughly…
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Some women choose to labour in hospital, others feel they arrive there through the course of their care. If you find yourself in a delivery suite or labour ward for your birth, this episode aims to help you feel the most comfortable and prepared to be there. I’m speaking to Lily Yuula, a midwife who specialises in holistic care in a hospital settin…
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The postpartum period is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked phases in a woman's life, and what your doctor doesn't know could change everything. In today's episode, we dive into the hidden truths about postpartum care, a crucial topic for every new mother and her family. If you've been listening for a while, you know how passionate I am a…
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Send us a Text Message. Motherhood is busy, and finding the time to exercise with a baby and toddler can sometimes be a challenge. Join me in this episode today where I answer this listener question and I chat through 4 tips to help you find the time (and energy) to exercise as a busy mum. LINKS: Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial…
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Kristin Revere and Jessie Jaskulsy discuss the types of surrogacy and options for families in this informative Ask the Doulas episode. Jessie also gives her top tips for families who are considering surrogacy. Jessi owns Surrogacy Simplified Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! S…
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Why is so much importance placed on how much you weigh in pregnancy? Is a mother with over 30 BMI really at a high risk of complications in birth? This week, I’m speaking to Alice Keely, the Heavyweight Midwife, about the stigma attached to plus size parents, what to expect in pregnancy and labour if you’ve been labelled high risk, and how to appro…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I chat with Simone Holtznagel, who shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and recovery journey, with baby Gia being born at the end of March. Simone Holtznagel is one of Australia’s media personalities, and has appeared in shows such as 'Australia’s Next Top Model' and 'I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here'.…
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Kristin Revere and Alexandra Francis discuss postpartum recovery traditions worldwide and the need for holistic postpartum support models like Mamahaven. Alexandra also owns Our Hummingbird. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you! Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s bir…
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What if postpartum recovery wasn't just about bouncing back, but about embracing a profound transformation? Join me on a journey that redefines this crucial period. I'm sharing my personal experiences to uncover the hidden emotional and mental challenges that often accompany childbirth. Together, we break the silence on how societal pressures can o…
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This episode features Kiran Saluja, the Executive Director of the PHFE WIC (Women Infants Children) Program. She is a respected authority in the field of nutrition and breastfeeding. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Kiran brings an exceptional depth of knowledge and passion to our discussion. We talk about common breastfeeding challenges and…
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Can your lifestyle be the key to your health? We explore this intriguing possibility with Professor Dr. Olivia Lessler, a leading expert in neuroimmunology and emerging diseases. This episode of "Your Lifestyle is Your Medicine" unpacks Dr. Lessler's transformative journey from disillusionment in family medicine to becoming a pioneer in health opti…
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Our culture surrounds us with pressure to look a certain way and be a certain way, and no more so than after pregnancy. The focus on whether you ‘bounce back’ after birth can be overwhelming. My guest this week challenges us instead to focus on postnatal rehab, functional movement and enjoyment. Hollie Grant is a Pilates PT and founder of The Bump …
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode I chat with Kelly Benton and we discuss starting solids for babies. In particular, we discuss: - When to start solids - How to know it’s the right time to start solids - Introducing the right foods for babies - Preparing foods for infants - Important nutrients when starting solids - How to encourage positi…
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The importance of postnatal nutrition with Genevieve Mena, Co-Founder and CEO of Mamieli. Kristin Revere and Genevieve Mena discuss everything from traveling with kids to nourishing ourselves during the postpartum recovery phase on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas podcast. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we …
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Welcome back to the Postpartum University podcast! Today's special guest, Kara Johnson, a registered nurse and certified aroma freedom practitioner, unlocks emotional healing and postpartum well-being secrets with the transformative Aroma Freedom Technique. We'll break down the 12-step process developed by psychologist Dr. Benjamin Perkis. and delv…
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If you’re a regular listener to the show, or you’ve done a Birth-ed course, you’ll know that I really value breathwork in labour, but I hadn’t realised the calm that breathwork can bring to pregnancy until I read today’s guest’s book. This week I’m talking to Carolyn Cowan, embodied psychotherapist, yoga teacher and author of Breathing for Pregnanc…
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Kristin Revere and Jessie Jaskulsky of Surrogacy Simplified discuss exciting changes in Michigan's Surrogacy laws in this episode of Ask the Doulas. Jessie also shares top tips for listeners exploring surrogacy as an option for growing their families. Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners l…
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Send us a Text Message. Nelly Zumbo, a 33 year old married to Australian pâtissier Adriano Zumbo, has a beautiful boy named Maximus. In this podcast episode today Nelly shares her fertility struggles, her journey with IVF, mental health challenges, having a premature baby, and the joys of being a mother to baby Maximus. LINKS Preparing for birth Pe…
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Big changes are underway for the future of Postpartum University resources! Here I'll dive into the reasons behind transitioning from a membership model to a course-based system and address common questions from the community. I'm sharing my vision for the future of Postpartum University and explaining how these changes align with the overall missi…
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There are two types of devices that you can use for your pelvic floor recovery. Both you insert into your vagina but one gives you feedback on your squeezes, where as the other releases electrical impulses into your vaginal muscles to stimulate them. But are they useful for pelvic floor recovery? Should you use them or avoid them? I am covering all…
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Here to answer the questions you always wanted to ask is Esther Gallagher, long-time birth and postpartum doula. Top questions on this episode include: Are Doulas Worth It? How Much Do they Cost and how do I get the service paid for? Can doulas bill my insurance / is it covered? What about workplace incentives like Carrot and Hello Cleo? Do doulas …
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C-section recovery is one of those subjects that is rarely mentioned before you experience it. So this week, I’ve got together with Clare Bourne, a pelvic health physiotherapist, to talk you through what you need to know to recover well. We cover everything from how to get out of bed in those first few hours, to exercise, to long term recovery and …
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Send us a Text Message. Postnatal rehab is something that every woman needs and deserves after having a baby. We have invested so much into growing and birthing our beautiful baby. And afterwards, it is time to re-invest back into our body to help with our postnatal recovery, our confidence, and to help us get the most out of motherhood. In this ep…
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