Best Clara Carolina Podcasts (2024)

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86. Laugh and the World Laughs With You: The Science of Laughter in Humans and Other Animals (with Professor Sophie Scott) 40:16

21h ago40:16

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In today's episode, we are joined by Sophie Scott, a professor in cognitive neuroscience and head of the speech communications group at University College London. Her research focuses on the neural basis of vocal communication- how our brains process information in speech and control the production of our voice- as well as the expression of emotion…

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62: Perineal Massage During Pregnancy: Does It Really Help Prevent Tearing During Labor? 33:20

1d ago33:20

33:20

Does the evidence show perineal massage is effective at preventing tearing? We are going to review the research and share if it’s worth it to spend time to do perineal massage to reduce tearing. In this episode, we dive into the following: An overview of the tear types and recovery What is perineal massage Whether perineal massage reduces the chanc…

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61: How Reiki and Shadow Work Enhance Fertility - with Carolina Sotomayor 52:56

8d ago52:56

52:56

Energy blockages can impact your ability to conceive. Carolina Sotomayor shares how reiki healing can complement fertiliy treatments to heal the womb and conceive more easily. In this episode, we dive into the following: Establishing emotional safety in order to heal How to identify when you’re making fear based decisions What reiki is and how it w…

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85. Mice Playing Poker: Probing the Neural Circuit Mechanism of Economic Decision Making in Mice (With Dr Ann Duan) 1:13:27

13d ago1:13:27

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Join Carolina and Clara in today’s episode where we discuss economic decision-making in mice with Dr Ann Duan, a group leader in the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre. The goal of Ann’s lab is to understand how animals make flexible decisions under risk, social influence, and the neural circuit mechanisms underlying these choices. Today’s episode was made …

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60: How to Prepare for Labor Without Getting Overwhelmed: A Step-by-Step Guide for Expectant Parents 23:53

15d ago23:53

23:53

Feeling Overwhelmed with Birth Prep? You’re Not Alone! Preparing for birth can feel like an avalanche of information—books, videos, classes, social media, and unsolicited advice seem to come from all directions. Many pregnant people feel torn between wanting to know everything and feeling paralyzed by the sheer amount of information available. In t…

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59: The Art of Receiving: Danielle’s Fertility Journey and Beautiful Belly Birth 1:19:45

22d ago1:19:45

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From IVF, to connecting with an egg donor, to dealing with challenges in pregnancy, Danielle shares the ups and downs of her journey of concieving her daughter at age 45. She offers amazing insights to mindset shifts that lead to empowerment among the most challenging moments. In this episode, we dive into the following: Mindset shifts that helped …

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84. Deep Mutational Scanning and How to Investigate Protein Behaviour (with Isabelle Zane) 46:04

27d ago46:04

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In this week's episode we are joined by Isabelle Zane, a PhD student at the Wellcome Sanger Institute in Cambridge who is investigating the link between genetic mutations and protein function in the Lehner & Parts labs. We discuss a novel technology- deep mutational scanning- which is used to screen how single gene mutations influence the structure…

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58: 3 Things You Need to Know Before Selecting The Hospital Where You'll Give Birth 35:54

29d ago35:54

35:54

Choosing where you give birth is one of the most crucial decisions you'll make in your birth journey. It's easy to make choices based on convenience or recommendations, but what if those decisions are founded on outdated or incomplete information? In this episode, we will uncover the real factors you should consider when selecting a hospital or bir…

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57: Birth as a Portal: Exploring the Energetic Dimensions of Labor - with Tami Kent 1:00:17

1M ago1:00:17

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Understanding energetics of birth and it’s healing capacity with author Tami Kent. In this episode, we dive into the following: How to become more aware of your own energy field Using your breath as a healing modality Techniques to access the energy in your womb Birth as an energetic portal Trigger warning: gendered language You can learn more abou…

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83. Transcriptomics to Translation (with Inga Van den Bossche) 43:07

1M ago43:07

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Join Carolina and Clara in today's episode on transcriptomics to translation with Inga Van den Bossche. Inga carried out her undergrad and masters degree in materials science and engineering at Imperial college London and is now a doctoral student since 2022 in Professor Molly Stevens lab at Oxford, researching cellular interfaces and innovative bi…

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56: 4 Ways to Avoid Coercion and Have a Empowering Pregnancy and Birth 34:41

2M ago34:41

34:41

What if I told you that some things your doctor says during labor might not be for your safety, but rather to maintain a sense of control? Today, we’re unpacking the complex topic of informed consent and coercive practices in childbirth. Understanding these nuances can drastically change your birth experience. In this episode, we dive into the foll…

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55. How to Boost Fertility With Mind-Body Techniques- with Spenser Brassard 59:01

2M ago59:01

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Learn mind-body approaches to getting pregnant without it taking over your life with Spenser Brassard, Certified Life Coach, Top-Rated Podcast Host and Author. In this episode, we dive into the following: How Spenser navigated a 8 year infertility journey Practical steps to integrate mindfulness into your fertility journey How to combat perfectioni…

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[Summer Rerelease] Biomimetics and Bioinspired Materials 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! In today’s episode Carolina and Clara discuss biomimetic and bioinspired materials, and the challenges of understanding the biological structure of natural mater…

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54: Is It Safe to Eat and Drink During Labor? Unpacking the Evidence and Controversy 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Why do hospitals tell people they “can’t” eat or have to stick to clear fluids duirng labor? Is this evidence-based? Let’s unpack the research so you can make a choice that is best for you. In this episode, we dive into the following: Why do hospitals tell people they “can’t eat or drink during labor What are the risks and benefits of eating during…

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53: Preparing Your Body for a Smoother Birth - with Lynn Schulte 58:22

2M ago58:22

58:22

There are things you can do in pregnancy that will help yoe prepare for a smoother birth. We are joined by Lynn Schulte, a Birth Healing Specialist, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, and founder of the Institute for Birth Healing. She shares so much wisdom about how to prepare for a smoother birth. In this episode, we dive into the following: How b…

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82. Using Protein Engineering to Tackle Non-Biodegradable Materials (with Ryen O’Meara) 34:45

2M ago34:45

34:45

In today's episode we are joined by Ryen O’Meara, a Chemical Engineer graduate student in Caltech. Ryen joined Nobel Laureate Francis Arnold's lab with the aim to engineer enzymes that degrade emerging environmental contaminants, and merge sustainability and protein engineering. We discuss with Ryen the environmentally concerning Silicon-Carbon bon…

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52: How to Harness Altered States of Consciousness To Reduce Labor Pain 42:48

3M ago42:48

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Ready to learn how you can harness the power of your mind to ride the waves of labor and reduce pain? Altered states of consciousness have been widely studied in labor and they can help us naviate birth with more ease In this episode, we dive into the following: What are altered state of consciousness and how do they relate to labor How to access a…

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51: Overcoming Loss & Finding Joy in Pregnancy Together: Steph and Iman's Birth Story 1:15:22

3M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Steph and Iman share their conception and birth story, highlighting the lessons learned and the ways in which their experience with an infertility diagnosis and prengnacy after loss can inspire others. In this episode, we dive into the following: Navigating an infertility journey in partnership Overcoming loss Finding joy in the journey to parentho…

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[Summer Rerelease] Mycelium 20:47

3M ago20:47

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Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! In this episode, we discussed the fascinating world of fungi, and in particular, mycelium or mycorrhizal networks- a form of fungi that have an incredible capaci…

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50: What's a Doula and Is It Worth Hiring One? 51:29

3M ago51:29

51:29

Wondering what a doula is an whether you should consider hiring one? In this episode, we dive into the following: What a doula is and how they support birth The research on the effectiveness of doulas How doulas can improve the birth experience for families of color Doula support for LGBTQIA+ families Reasons hiring a doula might not be the right f…

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Natalie Conner, Mentamer Conner, and Oz Conner Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 4:43

3M ago4:43

4:43

Natalie Conner, Mentamer Conner and Oz Conner reflect on the love that unites their family. Menti and Oz express to their mother, Natalie, how Menti's adoption has influenced their lives. This is a powerful story of their experiences as a transracial family, and how their deep love and strong family bond have guided them through their unique journe…

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49: Navigating Trust In Your Body After Infertility Treatment - with Jessica Katz 55:04

3M ago55:04

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Trusting our bodies after infertility treatment can be a challenge… but there are strategies that can help us regain this trust and confidence. Today we are joined by Jessica Katz a licensed clinical social worker and certified perinatal mental health therapist. She is the owner of Empress Counseling, a therapy practice specializing in mental healt…

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Clara Marts Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 3:46

3M ago3:46

3:46

Clara Marts has focused her career on family preservation and well-being. She shares her thoughts on the important work of supporting families and doing everything it takes to help families stay together. This recording is produced by the Institute for Family, using interviews recorded by StoryCorps Studios. Hear the full episode on the StoryCorps …

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Dr. Sebrina Cook-Davis, Dr. Kim Lewter, and DraShonta Brinson Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 5:47

3M ago5:47

5:47

Dr. Sebrina Cooke-Davis speaks with her friends, mother and daughter Dr. Kim Lewter and DraShonta Brinson, about DraShonta's childhood and how they have built a community together. Hear the full episode on the StoryCorps Studio archive website. See more about the Shine on North Carolina Campaign on the Institute for Family website.…

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Claudia Perry and Lance Ollivierre Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 5:49

3M ago5:49

5:49

Claudia Perry and Lance Ollivierre share insight on their decision to uproot their family and move to a more resourced area of town in pursuit of better educational opportunities for their children. Despite initial reservations and challenges, the move proved pivotal in shaping their children's academic success and uncovered some harsh truths about…

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Jeffrey Davis Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 9:22

3M ago9:22

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Pastor Jeffrey Davis and his daughter, Tori Brasher-Weathers, reflect on the lessons he learned growing up as an African American male in Greensboro, North Carolina in the 1970s a member of a large family. Pastor Davis reflects on the positive lessons he learned from his mother, father, and family advocate; while also sharing the challenges he face…

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Luther Weathers Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 6:35

3M ago6:35

6:35

Luther Weathers shares with his wife, Tori Brasher-Weathers, the life lessons he learned from his father which have had an everlasting impact on his life trajectory. Listen to this open, honest, and loving story of how a dad’s love for his family has permeated the lives of his children and grandchildren for generations to come. This recording is pr…

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Brandon Sharp Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 6:12

3M ago6:12

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Brandon Sharp and his social worker Tim Rollins reflect on Brandon's experiences in foster care, discussing both the challenges and positive aspects of his journey. Despite hardships, Brandon finds support from his current foster family and organizations like Say So at the Children’s Home Society of North Carolina. See more about the Shine on North…

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Tori Brasher-Weathers Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 5:23

3M ago5:23

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In this emotional narrative, Tori Brasher-Weathers recounts the whirlwind experience of becoming a foster parent. Despite challenges, including her daughter's health issues and the birth mother's substance use struggles, Tori’s family navigates family well-being with compassion and dedication, understanding the complexities of family, empathy, well…

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Kim Sioux Montogomery Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 5:21

3M ago5:21

5:21

Kim Sioux Montogomery talks about fostering creativity in children, and how being raised by a creatively expressive mother influenced her parenting style. She highlights the journey of her children into ballroom dancing, challenging stereotypes and embracing their unique cultural heritage within the sport. Hear the full episode on the StoryCorps St…

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Dr. Titus Hopper Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 3:07

3M ago3:07

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Dr. Titus Hopper talks with new friend Cole Johnston about Dr. Hopper's career and family life. Dr. Hopper also talks about giving back and being a Black Santa. Hear the full episode on the StoryCorps Studio archive website. See more about the Shine on North Carolina Campaign on the Institute for Family website.…

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Lance Ollivierre Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 8:23

3M ago8:23

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Lance Ollivierre and his former wife and friend, Claudia Perry, reflect on his experiences becoming a new father. Lance shares the excitement, joy, and differences between the birth of his son and the birth of his daughter. Listen to this heartwarming story of first-time parenting and the joy it brings to a family. This recording is produced by the…

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Sanaa Shariff Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 5:59

3M ago5:59

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Sanaa shares her experiences of parenting her 9-year-old twins and her 16- and 23-year-old daughters. She reflects on the changes she has made to meet her children's individual needs. This inspiring story showcases warmth, love, compassion, and understanding in a mother's journey of caring for her children. The recording is produced by the Institut…

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Madeline Attianese and Amanda Tapler Clip - Shine on North Carolina Campaign 8:51

3M ago8:51

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"Family is important, but it is equally important to find people who feel like home." This powerful quote was shared by Madeline Attianese during a heartwarming conversation with her chosen mom Amanda Tapler. The conversation reflects on the strong bonds and situations created within their chosen family, which are just as impactful as those within …

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81. Tools for Looking Into the Brain: Squiggly Lines, An Insight into Learning & Memory (with Dr. Sam Cooke) 1:13:51

3M ago1:13:51

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In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Sam Cooke, a group leader and senior lecturer at King's College London who researches the mechanisms that underlie learning and memory in the brain. We discuss his research journey that led him to become fascinated in the processes of learning and memory, as well as the tools he uses to record neural activit…

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48:Is Your Due Date Wrong? How An Incorrect Due Date Can Impact Your Birth 22:26

3M ago22:26

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What if I told you there is a good chance your due date was calculated incorrectly… or even… there really is no such thing as a due date. In this episode, we dive into the following: Why most due dates are actually incorrect How to get the most accurate due date estimate When you can realistically expect your baby to be born And how an inaccurate d…

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47: Enjoying Pain-Free Sex Postpartum - The Healing Essentials with Pelvic Health Specialist Lynn Schulte 35:37

4M ago35:37

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Experiencing painful sex postpartum? Let’s talk about what’s causing it and what to do about it. We are joined by Lynn Schulte, a Birth Healing Specialist, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, and founder of the Institute for Birth Healing. She shares so much wisdom about why this happens and how you get back on track to enjoying your sex life again I…

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[Summer Rerelease] Oxygen - Friend or Foe: a Debate 23:50

4M ago23:50

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Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! Today we are reviving the oxygen debate - is oxygen a friend or foe? Was it truly evolutionarily advantageous for us to learn to respire using oxygen or should a…

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46: The Induction Decision: Handling Pressure and Making the Right Choice for YOU 34:42

4M ago34:42

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The rates of induction have drastically increased over the years… and many providers are recommending everyone get induced at 39 weeks. Why? And how do you make a choice that feels right for you. In this episode, we dive into the following: What’s an induction Why are so many people getting recommended to induce at 39 weeks How to decide if an indu…

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80. BCI Breakthroughs: The Therapeutic Progress of Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI) 34:57

4M ago34:57

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In today's episode Carolina and Clara discuss the latest research on brain computer interfaces (BCI), and how they aid patients with motor related deficits such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), paralysis, and locked-in syndrome. Different types of BCI vary in how invasive they are and the different sorts of motor functions they can aid, from…

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45: Navigating Inclusive Birth Support & Deeping Your Mind-Body Connection - with Sabrina Ortolano 1:00:45

4M ago1:00:45

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Let’s talk about inclusive care for expecting individuals. In this enlightening episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sabrina Ortolano (she/her), a Birth Doula of nearly thirty years and owner of IPSB, Los Angeles’ longest-running massage and bodywork school. As a queer birthworker and body worker, Sabrina shares her wisdom about how to take …

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44: The Secret to Making An Effective Birth Plan 21:08

5M ago21:08

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On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we explore the importance of creating a birth plan and how to make an effective one! In this episode, we dive into the following: What is a birth plan Why creating a birth plan is an important process 5 mistakes to avoid when writing a birth plan How to ensure you make an effective birth plan Ready to cr…

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79. The Evolution of Self-Medication, and What Chimpanzees Know (with Dr. Elodie Freymann) 1:10:52

5M ago1:10:52

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This week we are joined by Elodie Freymann, an evolutionary anthropologist, primatologist, artist and storyteller to discuss the evolution of self-medication. Elodie recently completed a PhD in evolutionary anthropology at the University of Oxford, and shares with us her work studying self-medication in chimpanzees of the Budongo Forest in Uganda. …

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43: Mindful Advocacy Techniques That Will Uplevel Your Birth Experience - with Nurse Dawn Hancock 1:19:02

5M ago1:19:02

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This episode dives into advocacy strategies for pregnancy and birth and infuses mindfulness practices throughout. We are joined by Dawn Hancock aka Nurse Dawn, a seasoned Labor and Delivery Nurse certified in Obstetric Nursing, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Board Certified Nurse Coach. In this episode, we …

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42: The Secret to Having an Orgasmic Birth- with Debra Pascali-Bonaro 1:06:02

5M ago1:06:02

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On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we are joined by Debra Pascali-Bonaro, a world-renowned inspirational speaker, host of the Orgasmic Birth podcast, filmmaker, doula trainer, childbirth educator, and author. Debra shares the secrets to experiencing more love and intimacy in birth and parenting. In this episode, we dive into the following…

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78. Ways to Interrogate Synaptic Function (with Dr Rachel Jackson) 36:11

5M ago36:11

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In today's episode Carolina and Clara are joined by Dr Rachel Jackson to discuss different techniques to interrogate synaptic function. Neurotransmitter release is a crucial function of the neuron that enables the transfer of information in the brain. When this gets disrupted pathologies can arise, such as in neurodegenerative disorders. We discuss…

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41: Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring Unraveled: Breaking Down the Evidence - with Dr. Kirsten Small 1:05:14

5M ago1:05:14

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On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we are joined by Dr.Kristen Small, an obstetrically trained researcher and educator. Kristen shares the research and evidence on the use of central fetal heart rate monitoring in labor. In this episode, we dive into the following: What is cartography (CTG) for fetal heart rate monitoring during labor? Do…

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40: How Many Cervical Exams Do I Need During Labor? A Mindful Approach to Cervical Exams 26:57

6M ago26:57

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Today, I want to share with you a mindful approach to cervical exams during labor. This is a topic that can bring up a lot of questions and concerns for expecting parents, so I hope this will help you navigate this aspect of labor with confidence and clarity. In this episode, we dive into the following: What are cervical exams? What information can…

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77. Dynamics of Strategy Learning of Deep Neural Networks (with Aaditya Singh) 59:36

6M ago59:36

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In today's episode Carolina & Clara discuss the dynamics of strategy-learning of deep neural networks with Aaditya Singh. Aditya is carrying out a PhD on “Learning dynamics of various strategies and circuits in deep neural networks” in Prof. Andrew Saxe’s and Dr Felix Hill at UCL in the Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit. Aaditya completed his …

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39: The Secrets to Successful Lactation In The Modern World: Navigating Challenges and Planning for Chest/ Breastfeeding - with Teresa Coyle Airey IBCLC 1:15:50

6M ago1:15:50

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On this episode of the Mindful Womb Podcast, we are joined by Teresa Coyle Airey, a seasoned doula and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Teresa shares a wealth of knowledge about how to prepare for successful lactation. In this episode, we dive into the following: Common challenges with breastfeeding/ chestfeeding What to expect f…

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