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Are you in the newborn haze? Maybe you’re navigating the toddler years? Or possibly the early stages of childhood? Welcome to The Whole Bundle: Nurturing Parents Through Nourishing Conversations, the podcast for new and seasoned parents navigating the complex, rewarding, and transformative journey of parenthood. Meeting you wherever you are on your parenting journey, this show delves deep into the realities of raising young children, combining heartfelt storytelling with expert advice to fos ...
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012: The Unscripted and Unfiltered Challenges and Joys of the First Four Weeks Postpartum with Gwyneth Fountain
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Every new mom’s journey with their newborn is different, but in some ways, we encounter similar challenges, yet often feel alone. In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Gwyneth Fountain, a 22 year old first-time mom to a beautiful baby boy. She shares her experiences of the initial four weeks postpartum, and we cover everything from unmet expectatio…
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011: Dog meets Baby with Dominika Knossalla-Pado
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Bringing a baby into a household that already has a dog can be both joyful and challenging. How do you ensure that your beloved pet adapts well to this significant change? In this episode, I’m joined by Dominika Knossalla-Pado, a certified dog trainer and founder of Dog Meets Baby, to discuss tips and insights for introducing a newborn to a househo…
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010: Rebecca Mendoza helps us better understand sleep training
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Are you a parent struggling with your child's sleep patterns and wondering how sleep training could help? Rebecca Mendoza, a certified child sleep consultant, shares her wisdom on the journey to better sleep for your little ones in this week’s episode. Timing is crucial when it comes to sleep training. Most sleep consultants recommend starting no e…
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009: Pre and Postnatal Fitness with Tonya Holmes
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In today's busy world, maintaining fitness and nutrition during pregnancy and the postpartum period can be incredibly challenging. However, Tonya Holmes, a certified prenatal and postnatal fitness and nutrition coach, has dedicated herself to helping women navigate these crucial stages of motherhood. With her personal experience and professional ex…
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008: Phillip’s story: A dad’s perspective of postpartum depression
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In this episode, I’m joined by Phillip, who’s Cayla’s husband, whom we’ve had the pleasure of talking to in the last three episodes to uncover her postpartum depression journey. Today, we’ll be hearing from Phillip’s perspective on those challenging times and gaining insights into how dads or partners can offer more support. Philip explained the mi…
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007: Cayla’s Story: Healing From Postpartum Depression (Part 3)
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Motherhood is often depicted as a joyous and seamless transition, but the reality for many can be starkly different. This third part of Cayla’s story offers an intimate look into the struggles and triumphs of navigating motherhood while dealing with overcoming postpartum depression (PPD). Together, we aim to shed light on her experiences from the d…
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006: Cayla’s Story: A Journey Through Postpartum Depression (Part 2)
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In this episode, we get into the second part of Cayla’s journey through postpartum depression. This episode uncovers the raw and often hidden struggles that many new mothers face after childbirth. The first signs of trouble appeared early on when Cayla faced judgment for her baby's weight loss and her decision to breastfeed. Despite the pediatricia…
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005: Cayla’s Story: A Journey Through Postpartum Depression (Part 1)
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Welcoming a new life into the world is an incredible occasion that brings joy, excitement, and sometimes, unexpected challenges. In this week’s episode of The Whole Bundle, we share part 1 of Cayla Guins heartfelt story about her journey through postpartum depression following the birth of her first daughter. This conversation touches on the often …
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004: A Peek at Postpartum Care in Iceland with Soffia Bæringsdóttir
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Postpartum care varies widely across cultures, offering a rich tapestry of traditions, practices, and values that support new mothers and their infants. Iceland, with its progressive and family-centric healthcare system, provides a fascinating case study. In this episode, I have the honor of sitting down with Soffía Bæringsdóttir, a pioneer in the …
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003: Establishing Good Sleep and Routines for Your Newborn (Weeks 6 to 12) with Pam Diamond
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Sleep is a cornerstone of a newborn's development and a critical element for a family’s well-being. Transitioning from the early days of bringing a baby home, parents witness the ebb and flow of sleep patterns that accompany their baby’s rapid growth and development. Our focus today zooms in on what happens beyond the six-week mark, a period ripe w…
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002: Establishing Good Sleep and Routines for Your Newborn (Weeks 1 to 6) with Pam Diamond
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Are you a new parent struggling with establishing good sleep routines for your newborn? Look no further because We’ve got you covered! In this episode, we're diving into the world of newborn sleep with expert insights from Pam Diamond. Pam Diamond is a baby whisperer and parent coach in North Carolina. She’s passionate about helping families naviga…
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001: Welcome to The Whole Bundle Podcast: Nurturing parents through nourishing conversations
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As a new parent, navigating your newborn can be overwhelming. From sleepless nights to breastfeeding challenges, it's easy to feel like you're climbing a mountain with no end in sight. That's where me, a seasoned postpartum doula with 16 years of experience, and this podcast, The Whole Bundle, step in to offer a helping hand and create a supportive…
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Trailer | Welcome to The Whole Bundle: Nurturing parents through nourishing conversations
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The Whole Bundle: Nurturing parents through nourishing conversations is a podcast designed to be a comprehensive guide for new and experienced parents navigating the journey of early parenthood, from birth to the first steps and beyond. Hosted by Cindy MacKinnon, it combines real stories from parents and insights from experts to address a wide rang…
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