Best MoMMAs Voices Podcasts (2024)

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Preparing for a Hurricane during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding 17:13

25d ago17:13

17:13

Taylor Dubuisson, the Coordinator of Training and Best Practices for the Disaster Distress Helpline, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC to talk about dealing with a natural disaster during pregnancy and breastfeeding. She describes what a parent should prepare in an emergency kit and the free resources available should disaster strike. Taylor is also a…

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Chlorine, Sunscreen, Mosquitos & Pregnancy 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

Kirstie Perrotta, MPH, and Angela Messer, MS, join host Chris Stallman, CGC in this special "summer grab bag" of topics related to common summer activities during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Our guest experts talk about everything from chlorine and sunscreen to Zika. Kirstie Perrotta, MPH, is an information specialist at MotherToBaby California, w…

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Wildfires, Pollution and the Impact on Pregnancy 19:09

3M ago19:09

19:09

Rebecca J. Schmidt, PhD, a molecular epidemiologist at UC Davis, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about research surrounding wildfires, pollution and the effects on pregnancy. Dr. Schmidt also gives some information on a DIY project to reduce pollutants in your own home. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: How to build a Corsi-Rosenthal Box…

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Voice of Victory with Angela Monique 24:17

3M ago24:17

24:17

Hi Miracles, I have a special guest on today's episode! And, her name is Angela Monique. Angela Monique is a Christian Contemporary Music artist , author and educator seeking to advance the kingdom of God using her gifts. The Atlanta native has survived two open-heart surgeries as an infant and was brought up with the understanding of Christ and Go…

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Maternal Mental Health 25:14

3M ago25:14

25:14

Psychiatric nurse practitioner, Becky Spencer, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, IBCLC, PMH-C, FILCA joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about maternal mental health, how common postpartum mental health challenges are and what to do to get help. Resources mentioned in this episode: Postpartum Support International MotherToBaby Maternal Mental Health Hub…

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Nurse Family Partnership 33:54

3M ago33:54

33:54

In this special episode, MotherToBaby Podcast host, Chris Stallman, CGC, introduces listeners to Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) an evidence-based, community health program with 45 years of research showing significant improvements in the health and lives of first-time moms and their children affected by social and economic inequality. Guests, Marie…

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Your Portion Has Purpose with Tamyra Mix 39:36

3M ago39:36

39:36

Hi Miracles! This week's episode, welcomes Mrs. Tamyra Mix! And she has graciously visited the podcast to encourage and inspire you, by sharing her journey and experiences. Following in the footsteps of her everyday inspirations Tamyra Mix, affectionately known as "Tam", is a wife, daughter, sister, worship leader, content creator and musical biopi…

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Preeclampsia Foundation and MoMMA's Voices 25:53

4M ago25:53

25:53

Laney Poye and Trashaun Powell of the Preeclampsia Foundation share their personal stories and avenues for preeclampsia information with host, Chris Stallman, CGC. Laney Poye serves as the Director of Communications and Engagement for the Preeclampsia Foundation supporting their work to improve maternal healthcare and find a cure for families affec…

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Better Days with Guest Marcel Anderson 21:04

4M ago21:04

21:04

Hi Miracles, This week's episode is all about Better Days! And knowing that our present circumstances are not final destinations! And, we have a special guest who is sharing his story with us, Mr. Marcel Anderson. With three studio albums on his list of accomplishments, neo-soul artist and bestselling author Marcel Anderson brings soul, jazz, and i…

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Born To Win with Guest Kimberly H. Winborne 36:51

5M ago36:51

36:51

Hi Miracles! I know that you will enjoy this episode! I have the pleasure of bringing on a woman who is a vessel of encouragement, and full of grace. The Praying SheEO, Kimberly H. Winborne is a Business and Finance Consultant; a motivated entrepreneur of over 20 years who helps individuals access their next level and win through personal, professi…

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Healthy Start and Racial Disparities 19:20

5M ago19:20

19:20

Lisa Bain and Chardá Bell of the Global Communities' Healthy Start program join host Chris Stallman to talk about breastfeeding, the racial and economic disparities affecting many communities across the nation and what they're doing about it in San Diego, CA.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Snakes and Bear Liver at the IN Poison Center 21:12

5M ago21:12

21:12

From snake bites to polar bear liver, Adam Overberg, a pharmacist, board-certified clinical toxicologist, and the director of the Indiana Poison Center, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to dish on the most interesting exposure questions he gets. Overberg is an alumnus of the University of North Carolina and completed his residency and toxicology tra…

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Make It with Jesus, with Guest Gene Hoskins! 24:17

5M ago24:17

24:17

Hi Miracles! I know that you will enjoy this episode! I have a special guest! His name is Gene Hoskins, and he is a worship leader, singer, songwriter and author. The North Carolina-based gospel singer and songwriter Gene Hoskins has made his mark as a featured vocalist for such gospel notables as Pastor John P. Kee, Jonathan Nelson, and Maranda Cu…

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HIV and Breastfeeding 14:48

6M ago14:48

14:48

Becky Spencer, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, IBCLC, PMH-C, FILCA joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about updated information about having HIV and breastfeeding. Dr. Spencer discusses the stigma and provides the latest evidence-based guidelines for HIV-positive parents.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Pregnancy After Age 35 17:44

6M ago17:44

17:44

Host Chris Stallman, CGC, welcomes back Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist and social media health educator, Dr. Shannon Clark of @babiesafter35. Dr. Clark debunks myths about the risks associated with having children later in life. She also gives the audience insight into her own personal journey having children after age 35.…

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Big Momma Was Wrong (with Marisha Mathis) 15:26

6M ago15:26

15:26

Hi Miracles! We have a friend to the podcast on, this week's episode (Marisha Mathis)! She has just released her second installment to "Big Momma Was Wrong". Marisha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. An alumnus of North Carolina Central University, her personal experiences, educational background, field experiences, and observation are the back…

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Weight Loss and Ozempic in Pregnancy 14:27

7M ago14:27

14:27

Sarah Obican, MD, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at the University of South Florida and medical director of MotherToBaby Florida, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC to discuss what's known about Ozempic, berberine supplement and other weight loss trends during pregnancy and breastfeeding.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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RSV Vaccine in Pregnancy 20:47

7M ago20:47

20:47

Dr. Linda Eckert, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist and member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) Expert Immunization Committee, talks to host Chris Stallman, CGC, about the RSV vaccine approved specific to pregnant people. They discuss how the vaccine can protect the pregnant person and unborn baby as well as…

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CMV and Birth Defects Awareness Month 29:11

7M ago29:11

29:11

Amanda Devereaux, RN, BSN, from the National CMV Foundation, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about what CMV is, how it affected her child and ways to prevent the spread of the infection during pregnancy. This is a special Birth Defects Awareness Month-focused episode. #everyjourneymatters #NBDAM #stopCMV…

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Goals with God! 12:22

7M ago12:22

12:22

Hi Miracles!This week's episode, is for anyone who is looking to have a closer walk with Jesus. Or anyone, who wants help with starting goals for the New Year! We all know that the beginning of the year birth's so many agenda's and plans for many. But, I want to remind us to set our affections on God. I share five principals that will help you, on …

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Congenital Syphilis and Pregnancy 16:09

8M ago16:09

16:09

Robert McDonald, MD, MPH joins host Chris Stallman, CGC to talk about congenital syphilis, which experts say is on the rise in the United States. Dr. McDonald is a medical epidemiologist in the Division of STD Prevention (DSTDP) at the National Center for HIV, Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CD…

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Beyond Brokenness with (Amanda Mbata) LCSW 35:19

8M ago35:19

35:19

HAPPY NEW YEAR MIRACLES! I am so excited to share this episode with you all. Because, it is a little different from the rest. I had the awesome privilege of being interviewed, by the AWESOME Amanda Mabata. Amanda is a true visionary, a multitalented individual who wears many hats - she's an author, a creative force, a public speaker, an educator, a…

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Testimony Time! (Guest Hosts Aja Simmonds and Ajaque Brown) 25:34

9M ago25:34

25:34

Hi Miracles! It's TESTIMONY time! I have the honor of having my Sister/Friends on the episode this week. If you are out here trusting God, or need some encouragement this episode is for you!Aja Simmonds is a follower of Jesus Christ, a writer and the creator of the blog post, "She Will Remain". Please check her website out, and be blessed!Ajaque Br…

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Folic Acid and IMPLICIT Program 15:31

11M ago15:31

15:31

Amy Nelson, MBA, BSN, RN, the Clinic Director at Pipestone Family Clinic in Pipestone, MN, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about the importance of folic acid and a special program in Minnesota that's changing the habits of people of childbearing age through folic acid intervention. The Interventions to Minimize Preterm and Low Birth Weight …

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Episode 12 - Turning Pain into Purpose with Kate 11:42

1y ago11:42

11:42

Today’s episode of Power of MoMMA’s Voices highlights a “Pain into Purpose story of Kate Boydston. Kate is a survivor of placental abruption, gestational diabetes, and postpartum anxiety and depression, as well as a NICU stay. She has since used her “mom voice” on local, national, and international stages as both a Patient Family Partner and as Mrs…

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From Hand Sanitizer to Garfish 25:01

1y ago25:01

25:01

Grant Houselog, PharmD, CSPI, the assistant director of the Iowa Poison Control Center talks to host Chris Stallman, CGC, about the most common, as well as the rarest, questions his staff gets. From hand sanitizer to garfish, episode 59 touches on quite the range of exposure topics!By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Episode 11 - Turning Pain Into Purpose with Melissa Gordon-Metzler 21:17

1y ago21:17

21:17

In this “Pain into Purpose” episode of Power of MoMMA’s Voices, we hear from Melissa Gordon Metzler about her traumatic twin-pregnancy experience, her desire to advocate to help others, the connection between advocacy and her therapy career, and how she found MoMMA’s Voices. “So at that moment just kind of started connecting with myself, connecting…

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Mental Health and Black Culture/with guest Marisha Mathis 29:07

1y ago29:07

29:07

Hi Miracles! This week's episode is all about the stigmas and barriers as it relates to the Black community and mental health. We know that mental health affects the Black community in unique ways, often making it challenging for individuals to discuss the issues they are facing and seek the treatment they need. A recent study found that 63% of Bla…

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Lupus and Pregnancy 18:24

1y ago18:24

18:24

Dr. John Esdaile, the founding Scientific Director of Arthritis Research Canada, joins host Chris Stallman to talk about Lupus and the medications to treat the condition during pregnancy. He also discusses the strides being made in research and how others can get involved in it, such as participating in MotherToBaby's Lupus in pregnancy study.…

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Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Psychosis 29:36

1y ago29:36

29:36

Dr. Katayune Kaeni, aka "Dr. Kat," joins host Chris Stallman to talk about maternal mental health including postpartum depression, anxiety and psychosis. Dr. Kat serves on the board of directors for Postpartum Support International. She's a psychologist certified in Perinatal Mental Health. She works with pregnant, loss and postpartum parents in Ca…

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Episode 10 - Turning Pain Into Purpose with Mandi 12:30

1y ago12:30

12:30

This episode of Power of MoMMA’s Voices is a conversation with Mandi Gross, a Patient Family Partner and also the Administrative Coordinator for MoMMA’s Voices. Hear Mandi discuss her journey from pregnancy to postpartum preeclampsia to maternal health advocacy with MoMMA’s Voices Program Manager, Bekah Bischoff. “I truly found my calling in advoca…

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Arizona Poison Center and Pregnancy 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

29:34

Dr. Steven Dudley, Director of the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC to discuss the most frequently asked questions its poison center receives from pregnant people. Some questions addressed during this episode include ones that are unique to Arizona, such as rattlesnake and scorpion bites. Dr. Dudley is a bo…

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Episode 9 - Successful Partnership in Action with Colorado 19:42

1+ y ago19:42

19:42

On this episode of the Power of MoMMA’s Voices Podcast, Nicole speaks with Brace Gibson from the Colorado Perinatal Care Quality Collaborative (CPCQC). Brace explains how her desire to make a difference in maternal health outcomes stems from her own lived experience with severe preeclampsia during her first pregnancy and her experience being compou…

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Preterm Birth and March of Dimes 28:08

1+ y ago28:08

28:08

Jonathan Cherry, Senior Director of Research Operations from the March of Dimes, joins The MotherToBaby Podcast host, Chris Stallman, to discuss preterm birth and the latest research surrounding it.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Episode 8 - What is a "Culture of Acceptance" 7:34

1+ y ago7:34

7:34

In this must-watch podcast episode, Nicole Purnell, MoMMA's Voices Program Director, speaks about something we all need to hear - having a culture of acceptance. As someone who has experience in quality improvement projects, Nicole stresses the importance of listening and being open to those with lived experience. She reminds us that when people fe…

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Episode 7 - Turning Pain into Purpose with Judith 11:21

1+ y ago11:21

11:21

Power of MoMMA’s Voices this week highlights certified Patient Family Partner and MoMMA’s Voices Community Specialist, Judith Francis. Judith shares her birth stories including, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes and how her experiences led her to her passion and mission to spread the message that preeclampsia is not over at delivery. She also t…

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Check on Your Strong Friends! With Guest Coach Ruby 20:44

1+ y ago20:44

20:44

Hi Miracles! I know that you have heard the saying, "Check on Your Strong Friends". It is a common term that we use often. But, it is so true. Everyone needs encouragement, and most people just want to be heard. This episode will help you navigate this concept, and understand the importance of seeing everyone as an individual that needs care. I am …

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Participating in a Pregnancy Study Part 2 10:39

1+ y ago10:39

10:39

Leslie, a mom of two, joins host Chris Stallman to talk about her experience participating in a MotherToBaby pregnancy study. She describes the time commitment, benefits, study results and why she decided to take part in the first place.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Episode 6 - Spotlight on AFE Awareness Day with Miranda 31:12

1+ y ago31:12

31:12

In this episode of Power of MoMMA’s Voices, we have a special episode to commemorate Amniotic Fluid Embolism Awareness Day. Nicole Purnell interviews Miranda Klassen, an AFE survivor and the founder and executive director of the Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE) Foundation. Her passion for raising awareness of AFE was created from her own experience, w…

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Anxiety from a Christian Perspective! 15:06

1+ y ago15:06

15:06

Hi Miracles! This weeks episode is tackling anxiety! Anxiety is a battlefield of the mind, a fierce struggle to fight against the thoughts that overwhelm us. When anxiety arises, it can feel as if we are left defenseless in this battle. But, did you know that the Bible actually speaks on anxiety? And, even shares with us some very descriptive ways …

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De clare🌹 and 🌹decree 🌹your victory🌹 46:22

1+ y ago46:22

46:22

Great music and announcement s in loving memory of my parents Overseer Arnold Lester cup of love🌹 Capers Sr and Boquet of Roses 🌹Lila Capers and my son the prince Jr🌹

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Episode 5 - Partnership in Action: The Patient Safety Toolbox 20:35

1+ y ago20:35

20:35

In this episode of MoMMA’s Voices, Emily Taylor speaks with Dr. Christina Davidson and Patient Family Partner, Trashaun Powell about the Patient Safety Toolbox. Created as a collaboration of many perspectives including, physicians, nurses, midwives, and the lived experiences of MoMMA’s Voices, the toolbox explains how to incorporate “health equity …

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Participating in a Pregnancy Study 21:19

1+ y ago21:19

21:19

In this special World Birth Defects Day-themed episode, Dr. Christina Chambers, a UC San Diego Professor of Pediatrics and Past President of MotherToBaby, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about the importance of pregnancy study participation and the role research plays around the world. Leslie, a past research participant and mom of two, tal…

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(Replay) Forgive Yourself 8:41

1+ y ago8:41

8:41

Hi Miracles, and welcome to another inspiring episode of The Miracles Podcast! This week I am discussing what it means to forgive ourselves. Do you forgive yourself? We often hear about forgiveness as it relates to other people. But what happens when we forgive ourselves? And some of us actually need to go as far back as childhood. Your parents div…

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Episode 4 - Coalition Member Spotlight with Preeclampsia Foundation CEO, Eleni Tsigas 20:28

1+ y ago20:28

20:28

Eleni Tsigas, CEO of the Preeclampsia Foundation, talks about her personal experiences that drive her passion. Eleni further discusses the important work the Preeclampsia Foundation is engaged in, including the 10th anniversary of the Preeclampsia Registry and how it is impacting research. Also, covered is the future of maternal care and the Preecl…

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LactRx App: Medications in Breastfeeding 11:23

1+ y ago11:23

11:23

Dr. Phil Anderson, medications in breastfeeding expert, joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to discuss LactRx, a free new app providing current information on the use of medications, vaccines, diagnostic agents & drugs of misuse during breastfeeding. The LactRx app provides easy access to the LactMed database, a resource from the National Library of Me…

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Episode 3 - Turning Pain into Power with Huda 14:35

1+ y ago14:35

14:35

Patient Family Partner, Huda A., speaks about her birth story including preterm birth, cardiac arrest, hypertension, bleeding, clotting, respiratory effects, and amniotic fluid embolism. She also talks about her recovery and advocacy including working with an MMRC (Maternal Mortality Review Committee), a PQC (Perinatal Quality Collaborative), the A…

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Healing Trauma Wounds 15:31

1+ y ago15:31

15:31

Hello Miracles! This episode is all about healing Trauma Wounds! The word trauma has been used so frequently lately, that it has become a norm to discuss. And some people think that they are totally healed from it. When in actuality they have only scratched the surface of it. Because triggers are REAL! And must be dealt with properly! If not, it ca…

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High Risk Pregnancy and Birth Defects Prevention 21:03

1+ y ago21:03

21:03

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist and social media health educator, Dr. Shannon Clark of @babiesafter35 joins host Chris Stallman to discuss high risk pregnancies and top ways to prevent birth defects.By Organization of Teratology Information Specialists

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Episode 2 - Partnership in Action with IHI 22:20

1+ y ago22:20

22:20

Patient Family Partners, Amanda Quillin and Emily Liczbinski discuss their experiences as “context experts” working with Catherine Mather, a Senior Project Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), on a patient safety bundle. IHI partners with the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) to create Patient Safety Bundles. T…

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