Best Chanie Alexandra Fingerer Podcasts (2024)

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78. A High Risk Pregnancy and Birth: Shoshanas Story 54:45

6M ago54:45

54:45

After her first uneventful pregnancy and birth, Shoshana was thrown for a loop when her second pregnancy turned out to be a complicated one. Listen to the twists and turns of her story in this episode. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife and the hospital staff to advocate for yourself on yoledetacademy.com…

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77. Sleep Training Your Baby w/ Eva Klein of My Sleeping Baby 37:10

6M ago37:10

37:10

Sleep is one of the most important things on a new parent's mind. Eva Klein of My Sleeping Baby breaks down the controversies and gives you tips on what you can do from the minute your baby is born. How you can reach Eva: Website- mysleepingbaby.com Free sleep masterclass- https://mysleepingbaby.ac-page.com/registration-page-v-2 Newborn sleep progr…

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76. A Positive First Birth: Raizy's Birth Story 42:00

7M ago42:00

42:00

We don't hear enough positive birth stories, so here's one for you. Especially for all of you first-time mamas who may be extra worried about the unknown, let Raizy's story serve as encouragement to you that your birth can be wonderful. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife and the hospital staff to advocate…

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75. The Next Chapter 14:22

7M ago14:22

14:22

Quitting my L&D job has a silver lining - behold the next chapter of this podcast. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife and the hospital staff to advocate for yourself on yoledetacademy.com. Scroll to the bottom of the home page. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYB…

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74. Fasting While Pregnant and Lactating 35:48

10M ago35:48

35:48

The ultimate guide to fasting well on Yom Kippur while pregnant and nursing. Check out the most comfortable hatfall wig at The Hustle Wig, find them on Instagram - @thehustlewig or contact them on WhatsApp: 347-433-8541. Use code TRYON to get 2 wigs for a deposit on one. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife…

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73. Major Life Updates 18:36

10M ago18:36

18:36

I've been away for a very long time - but I have good reasons! Listen to find out about them. Check out the most comfortable hatfall wig at The Hustle Wig, find them on Instagram - @thehustlewig or contact them on WhatsApp: 347-433-8541. Use code TRYON to get 2 wigs for a deposit on one. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with you…

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72. How Birth Impacts Your Baby's Neurodevelopment w/ Freidy & Roizy OTR/L from Hands On Approaches 50:36

1y ago50:36

50:36

Freidy & Roizy, 2 occupational therapists, talk about how you can influence your baby's neurodevelopment even before they are born. They share tips on how you can continue to help with their development both physically and emotionally as they grow. Freidy and Roizy's website: https://handsonapproaches.com/ Freidy and Roizy's Instagram: https://www.…

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71. 3 Births, 2 Countries & Pelvic Floor Reconstruction: Chomie's Story 56:55

1y ago56:55

56:55

Listen to Chomie's story of her 3 births in Israel and the United States and her journey to pelvic floor health with both physical therapy and surgery. Chomie's Instagram: @leaveit_tochomie Chomie's Podcast: Stop Being Stupid Register for the OJNA Annual Conference: https://tr.ee/upVxRN2SCK Check out the most comfortable hatfall wig at The Hustle W…

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70. Vaccines in Pregnancy and the Polio Outbreak w/ Dr. Blimi Marcus, DNP, RN 41:52

1y ago41:52

41:52

Get the lowdown on vaccines in general, special considerations during pregnancy and what's going on with the Polio outbreak, a vaccine preventable infection. Sign up to the health conference on May 21st here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raising-the-bar-improving-health-for-the-orthodox-community-tickets-471368003387 Use code FREERIDE to get a free…

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69. Constipation: Not Just on Pesach 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

27:45

Constipation is a common complaint during Pesach/Passover. Pregnancy, postpartum and breastfeeding present additional factors that can further exacerbate this condition and its symptoms. Anyone who is concerned about constipation will benefit from listening to this episode. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midw…

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68. Cervical Checks in Labor 19:36

1+ y ago19:36

19:36

When are cervical checks beneficial? When might they be to your detriment? Ultimately you get to decide whether you consent to one in labor, but having the right information will help you decide with more confidence. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife and the hospital staff to advocate for yourself on yol…

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67. Severe Nausea Vomiting In Pregnancy- Hennie's story of surviving hyperemesis gravidarum. 48:04

1+ y ago48:04

48:04

Hyperemesis gravidarum is a very misunderstood condition in pregnancy. Hear Hennie's story for support and insight. Resources: HER Foundation: https://www.hyperemesis.org/ Click here to get the book, "Mama Has Hyperemesis Gravidarum (But Only for a While)" Hennie's email: henniegoldstein@gmail.com FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with yo…

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66. The Truth About Self-Advocacy In The Hospital 15:55

1+ y ago15:55

15:55

Sign up to the Self-Advocacy In Birth Live Virtual Workshop through this link. Happening on Tuesday, February 28th 2023 at 7:30 PM. Get your FREE guide with 30 phrases that you can use with your doctor, midwife and the hospital staff to advocate for yourself on yoledetacademy.com. Scroll to the bottom of the home page. Get 20% off of your purchase …

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65. Healing Birth Trauma: Chaya's Story 48:10

1+ y ago48:10

48:10

Chaya sustained crippling trauma from her first birth and thought that she would never have another baby again. Listen to her story of how she was able to heal from the trauma through her second birth. Sign up to the Self-Advocacy In Birth Live Virtual Workshop through this link. Happening on Tuesday, February 28th 2023 at 7:30 PM. Get your FREE gu…

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64. Do You Need An IV in Labor? 20:43

1+ y ago20:43

20:43

Learn about the pros and cons of having an IV in labor. Have any other questions? Call 203-759-8639 and leave a message for a chance to have them answered on the podcast. Subscribe to my email list through this link to be notified of upcoming workshops and other offerings. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPP…

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63. Postpartum Pitocin 38:06

1+ y ago38:06

38:06

Pitocin is a medication that is routinely given immediately after birth to in virtually every hospital. Is it really necessary? Listen to this episode to find out! The wildly successfull online course After The Birth is retiring on December 31st and this is your last chance to get it. Use code LASTCHANCE to get 30% off. Gift vouchers now available.…

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62. Heartbreaking Birth Misinformation 53:49

1+ y ago53:49

53:49

In this episode, I go on a tirade about a recent article published in the Ami Living magazine about home birth. The author is sorely misinformed about what goes on in both the home and hospital setting, so I feel the need to set things straight from my perspective as a labor and delivery nurse working in a hospital. Sign up for my After the Birth c…

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61. Pitocin During Labor: Part 2 32:10

1+ y ago32:10

32:10

Listen to this episode to get answers to more of your questions about pitocin. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYBIRTHWAY. Use Happi Tummi's comforting waistband to instantly calm your baby's crying. Use their adu…

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60. How It's Going With The Puppies 41:24

1+ y ago41:24

41:24

It's hard to believe that the puppies are almost ready to go home. Here is my recap of what it's been like to raise the puppies, and how it compares to raising newborns. Go to honeysgoldenpups.com for more information on how to reserve a puppy for either this litter or a future one. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive durin…

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59. Pitocin in Labor 25:47

1+ y ago25:47

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Pitocin is a powerful drug that is used for the induction and augmentation of labor. Many often don't understand how it works and what the risks and benefits are. If you are pregnant, there's a good chance that it might come up as an option before your birth. Listen to this episode so that you're informed. Sign up for my After the Birth course to l…

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58. Replay: Fasting During Pregnancy & Lactation 34:42

2y ago34:42

34:42

If you are pregnant or nursing and nervous about fasting on Yom Kippur -this episode it the ultimate guide on how to have your best fast ever. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYBIRTHWAY. Use Happi Tummi's comforti…

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57. Pregnancy and Birth Announcement: Honey's birth story 30:22

2y ago30:22

30:22

My dog Honey just had her litter - listen to her birth story and how it compares with human pregnancy and birth. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYBIRTHWAY. Use Happi Tummi's comforting waistband to instantly calm…

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56. Would I Have A Home Birth? 28:44

2y ago28:44

28:44

In this episode, I answer the very first of your voicemail questions. Listen for my answer, as I delve into the deeper meaning behind a question that sounds simple, but really isn't. Hear your voice on The Happy Birthway Podcast! Call 203-759-8639 to ask me a question or leave a comment that I will answer on the podcast. Listen to the "Drink It In"…

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Important Announcements 7:07

2y ago7:07

7:07

Listen to these 2 announcements that you should know about before the next official episode release. Spoiler: use code LABOR or this link to get your 25% discount to my online, on-demand course, After The Birth. Call the Happy Birthway Q&A line: (203) 759-8639 to get your question(s) answered and hear yourself on the show!…

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55. The #1 Question To Ask Your Provider 19:07

2y ago19:07

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Lessons I've learned from consulting for medical malpractice attorneys on how to find a good doctor or midwife. Want to share your birth story on the podcast? Applications are opening soon! Subscribe to my email list here to be notified as soon as they open. Listen to the Be Impactful podcast by Rivky Itzkowitz. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeT…

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54. Plus Size Pregnancy & Birth w/ Jen McLellan 55:14

2y ago55:14

55:14

Those who are plus-sized often face a lot of judgment and shame from obstetrical providers. They are made to feel undeserving of the same compassionate medical care that smaller people get. They are automatically labeled as "high risk" even if they have no other risk factors other than their size. Jen McLellan is a published author, founder of Plus…

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53. Yonah's 4 Births - from low risk home birth to high risk hospital birth - Yonah's had it all. 39:27

2y ago39:27

39:27

Yonah's birth stories differ drastically one from the other. Listen to how she healed her the disempowerment she felt from her first birth with her second one and how she derived the spirituality that she craved from her third birth. She used her training as a nurse and Women's Health NP to navigate both the US and Israeli healthcare system to ensu…

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52. Replay of Fasting when Pregnant 42:42

2y ago42:42

42:42

Are you pregnant, postpartum or nursing and nervous about fasting? Listen to this episode to get your most common questions and concerns answered. You'll get a good sense of when it's safe to fast and when it's not, red flags to look out for during the fast, what you should be asking your doctor, midwife and halachic authority and tips on how to pr…

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51. The Intersection Between Your Health & Halacha w/ women's health NP & bodeket Yonah Chatzinoff, WHNP 35:22

2y ago35:22

35:22

What's a bodeket? What's a women's health nurse practitioner? How is it different from a certified nurse midwife? Why does knowing more about your health actually change the p'sak halacha? Yonah answers these questions and delves into how she empowers Jewish women to take charge of both their health and halachic observance. P'nima Wellness Blog: ht…

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50. My Fourth Birth Story - told with my husband Tovyah 46:13

2y ago46:13

46:13

It's time to finally stop making you wait to hear my fourth, and final birth story. In honor of the 50th episode of the podcast, I'm joined by my husband Tovyah to share our memories. Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTerm anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYBIRTHWAY. Click on this link to get a FREE diaper bag with your Dyper subscription. Cance…

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49. Pregnancy On Social Media & Internet Lies 1:01:27

2y ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Social media can be extremely deceiving and it opens a whole new slew of challenges when one gets pregnant. Rivky of @impact.fashion.nyc reveals why she chose not to share her pregnancy with her large following, how she navigates it now that she gave birth and all the ways that social media and how the internet lies to mothers. Rivky's apparel line…

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48. Overnight Camp Health & Safety: w/ me - a camp nurse! 41:58

2y ago41:58

41:58

You might not know that besides for my regular L&D job, I'm a camp nurse in the summer. I draw upon all of my experiences to reveal the important things that every parent sending their kid to overnight camp should know. Among other topics, I talk about meds, constipation, dehydration, contagious diseases, allergies and bedwetting. Get 20% off of yo…

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47. Is Home Birth Safe? Part 2 w/ Dr. Judy Ribner 51:31

2y ago51:31

51:31

Judy continues the conversation on home birth, diving deeper into the risks and benefits. Judy's website: http://www.judyribner.com/ Judy's email: office@holisticmidwiferyny.com Judy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticmidwiferyny/ Get 20% off of your purchase at EmeTrem anti-nausea wristband with code HAPPYBIRTHWAY. Get 20% off of the S…

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46. Is Home Birth Safe? Part 1 w/ Dr. Judy Ribner 48:08

2y ago48:08

48:08

If you think that home birth in the US is unsafe, this conversation will challenge your assumptions. Judy is a midwife doctor who completed her midwifery education at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice at NYU. Her research demonstrates how increased access to homebirth and midwifery care will improve health outcomes…

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45. Millie's Birth Story: Part 2 58:13

2y ago58:13

58:13

If you thought that Part 1 of Millie's birth story was entertaining, just wait until you hear Part 2! Use code SUMMER for a limited time to get 20% off my After The Birth online course. Discount good until June 30th, 2022. Click on this link to get a FREE diaper bag with your Dyper subscription. Cancel at any time and still keep the bag! Check out …

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44. Millie's Birth Story: Part 1 w/ Millie Schweky DPT 37:00

2y ago37:00

37:00

Millie is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor disorders. In her entertaining way, she tells us the story of her birth, from before she got pregnant all through postpartum. We talk perinatal mental health, preparing your body for birth, prenatal testing, Covid restrictions and Jewish traditions in birth. Millie's Instagram: @millied…

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43. Does Abortion Have A Place In Judaism? w/ Reb. Avital Chizhik Goldschmidt 49:46

2y ago49:46

49:46

Avital Chizik Goldschmidt, a journalist and Rebbitzen, talks about her up-close encounters with religious Jewish women who faced the difficult decision of having an abortion. In addition to the pain of undergoing an abortion, she talks about the isolation that they feel due to the popular misconception among Jews and often the politicization of abo…

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42. Birth in The UK: Part 2 - Tanya Ohana's birth story 51:27

2y ago51:27

51:27

Continue listening to Tanya's account of her birth in the UK. Her emphasis on self-advocacy throughout is very inspiring! Click on this link to get a FREE diaper bag with your Dyper subscription. Cancel at any time and still keep the bag! Check out the Pelvic Pro and other pregnancy and postpartum support braces made by Braceability. Get 15% off yo…

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41. Birth in The UK: Part 1 - Tanya Ohana's birth story 33:27

2y ago33:27

33:27

We know that babies come out of the same place in every part of the world, but maternal healthcare can vastly differ between countries. Since many countries have much better maternal/child health outcomes than the US, we have lots to learn from them. In Part 1 of Tanya Ohana's birth story, you will hear her experience of maternity care in the UK. T…

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40. How Childbirth Education Will Impact Your Birth w/ Lauren Seidman, Lamaze Childbirth Educator 54:26

2+ y ago54:26

54:26

Childbirth education can make a powerful difference in your birth outcome and how you feel about it. Lauren Seidman is a childbirth educator that dives deep into how. Lauren's website: https://bebirthpositive.com/ Lauren's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/birth_positive/ Learn about Yoledet Community here. Sign up for my After the Birth co…

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39. Perinatal Fitness & Healing From Miscarriage w/ Fitness Trainer Sarah Isaacs 56:29

2+ y ago56:29

56:29

Sarah Isaacs is a fitness trainer who specializes in perinatal fitness. Sarah's compassionate approach to encouraging women to get strong both during pregnancy and regaining their physical strength after birth is refreshing and motivating. She discusses how fitness should be modified during these times and how having her own children has influenced…

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38. A Peek Into The NICU World w/ Tori Meskin @nurse.tori_ 59:26

2+ y ago59:26

59:26

Tori, as a seasoned NICU nurse and social media personality, reveals what it's like working with the tiniest humans on earth. This is a great listen for anyone expecting - even if you don't anticipate your baby needing to go to the NICU. Our conversation is validating to current or past parents of NICU babies and helps their loved ones understand h…

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37. The Good Mother Illusion w/ Nechama Cohen 59:22

2+ y ago59:22

59:22

Nechama, a singer-songwriter, life coach and content creator, recently had her first baby. She infuses her birth story with her trademark authenticity and vulnerably reveals the struggles, self-judgment, and disappointments that came along for her with new motherhood. Nechama gets real about the side of new motherhood that most experience, but few …

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36. Epidurals - Who Should and Shouldn't Get One 56:44

2+ y ago56:44

56:44

You might have a strong opinion on whether you do or don't want an epidural - but you can't make a truly informed choice about it if you don't have all of the information. In this episode, I cover in-depth what exactly an epidural is, what the insertion process looks like, how it works, and the risks and benefits. Epidurals work most of the time, b…

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35. Integrating Intuitive Eating During Pregnancy w/ Rachel Goodman RDN 47:58

2+ y ago47:58

47:58

Now that we've established that diets are harmful, in this final, third part of the Health At Every Size Series, Rachel Goodman, an Intuitive Eating registered dietician nutritionist, gives us practical tools of how to incorporate healthy nutritional habits into our lives. She talks about the common challenges with food that may surface during preg…

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34. Challenge Your Beliefs About Fatness w/ Rachel Tuchman Part 2 57:04

2+ y ago57:04

57:04

In this second part of a 3-part series on Health At Every Size, and how it relates to the perinatal period, Rachel Tuchman LMHC joins us once again to further challenge the traditional belief that weight loss in and of itself is the solution to better health. She expands on the harm of diets and moralizing of food, solutions for how to confront the…

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33. Why Your Weight Doesn't Reflect Your Health w/ Rachel Tuchman, Part 1 34:30

2+ y ago34:30

34:30

This is the first of a 3-part series on Health At Every Size, especially during the perinatal phase of life. Rachel Tuchman joins us for the first 2 parts to break down what HAES is and isn't, why weight isn't a good tracker of health, why dieting and trying to lose weight is harmful, and how we need to change our mindset about food. Rachel Tuchman…

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32. Birth, Death and The Power of Prayer in Pregnancy: Leah Golfiz's Birth Story 1:09:26

2+ y ago1:09:26

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Leah Golfiz faced some difficult news at the beginning of her first pregnancy, which eventually resulted in a painful loss. She shares how she coped with the difficulties of her pregnancy and how she elevated her experience with prayer and connection to G-d. Find Leah on Instagram: @modestywithlove Subscribe to the email list on my new website: htt…

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31. A Well Rested Mother is a Good Mother w/ Baby Sleep Coach Riki Taubenblat 57:56

2+ y ago57:56

57:56

Sleeeeep - new parents are constantly chasing this highly sought-after commodity when you have a young baby. Riki Taubenblat, a pediatric sleep consultant, discusses what you can do to get more of it, even with a newborn. Riki is a Pediatric Sleep Consultant who works with mothers of babies 0-24 months to help them be their best selves- for both ba…

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30. Are "Baby-Friendly" Hospitals Really Friendly? 41:04

2+ y ago41:04

41:04

Hospitals with Baby-Friendly designation are touted to be extremely supportive of breastfeeding, but they are notorious for not having a nursery. Many mothers feel unsupported without a nursery in the hospital. I break down what a Baby-Friendly hospital is and my thoughts on hospitals that closed their nurseries. Baby-Friendly designation guideline…

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