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You want to believe God is good, faithful and just but have lived enough life to know that it isn't always that simple or easy. It's alright - pull up a chair and sit a spell. You're in good company. Host Kristi Lowe knows our stories are probably different, but if you’ve been hurt or broken, mad at God or ready to give up - we probably have more in common than you think. Kristi talks candidly the challenges of living out the Christian faith - everything from family dynamics, church hurt, go ...
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Welcome to Kiss and Cocktales - where we talk about why the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the tracks. She's married, I'm single. She has kids, I don't. But we both love to drink and try to navigate relationships. Cover art photo provided by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@sharonmccutcheon Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kiss-and-cocktales/support
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How I Learned To Love Shrimp is a podcast showcasing innovative and impactful ways to help animals and build the animal advocacy movement. We talk to experts about a variety of topics: animal rights, animal welfare, alternative proteins, the future of food, and much more. Whether it's political change, protest, technological innovation or grassroots campaigns, we aim to cover it all with deep dives we release every two weeks. Subscribe and please do share with any interested folks! You can a ...
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Bethany sits down one-on-one with Mamas to hear their unique breastfeeding journeys. From breastfeeding NICU babies to overcoming challenges such as tongue-tied babies and low milk supply, each story is different and explores a variety of topics related to breastfeeding. Connect with Bethany at: Website: ⁠Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com ⁠Instagram: ⁠@BethanyLovern TikTok: @Breastfeedingrelief Etsy Printables: @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my ⁠freebie⁠ D ...
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New Little Life Podcast

Allison Tolman, LPN, IBCLC, ICCE

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Allison is a lactation consultant, breast pump expert, and mom of 3 boys who talks with real moms and experts about breastfeeding & pumping. New Little Life has an exclusive program called Pumping for Working Moms, which is designed to help working moms pump easily and efficiently to combine breastfeeding & pumping while going back to work! This podcast is designed to help you feel supported by other moms doing exactly what you're doing, get tips and tricks on breastfeeding, and learn to nav ...
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In this short 10 minute clip we announce a brief hiatus and use this time to chat through some episodes we want to highlight which we recommend checking out in the short break. We also have a small ask of our listeners - please could you fill out this feedback form so we can best understand how and if to take the podcast forward? It should take aro…
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Mahi Klosterhalfen from Albert Schweitzer Foundation brings us exciting progress for animals in Germany. Mahi walks us through his work on cage-free, broilers and also now fish and shrimps and why Germany seems to be one of very few countries where meat consumption per capita is declining. We also dive into some thought provoking questions around r…
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There are times that our life takes a turn we would never write into our personal story. At that moment, you realize you must come to a decision. You have to decide whether or not you’ll completely trust God in an uncertain situation even if it doesn’t end the way you’re hoping. Join me as I chat about owning your personal story and trusting God to…
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Tania Luna brings us a wealth of knowledge this week as she walks us through the best working practices of organisations seeking to support animals that must integrally include the human animals that work to protect others. Tania’s team apply their wealth of experience in the tech space to the animal advocacy space supporting organisations to prior…
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Judgemental feedback is the thing that none of us are excited about. The words can really get under our skin and deter us from fully being who God called us to be. Join me as I chat about navigating the sting of criticism and measuring its merit. We should only invite what’s trustworthy and kind. There are times where criticism is delivered poorly …
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Have you ever gathered the courage to face to your past? Your story is a spectrum of experience, from the mundane moments to the thrilling plot twists. Join me as I chat about owning your full story and releasing unnecessary shame. What’s amazing is how God loves us and our story so completely that he still sees us as royalty. We don’t need to feel…
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Do you ever feel struck by fear at the thought being fully you? You deserve to live in the fullness of your true self, rather than making yourself small. Join me as I chat about abandoning the excuses we use to shrink ourselves and what we bring to the lives of others. Your life isn’t designed to be small. In reality, it’s your own mind setting lim…
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An absolute treat of an episode this week as we were asked to interview long-time advocates Leah Garcés and Sharon Núñez, live from the Animal and Vegan advocacy summit in Washington DC in May earlier this year. From anger in Leah’s 20’s to some eye opening potential prison-time in the past for Sharon, our esteemed guests walk us through their expe…
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Fear and uncertainty can have you withdraw from the world. You’ll use everything in your material and emotional arsenal to deflect a moment of vulnerability. In reality, vulnerability can be such a powerful exchange of truth. Join me as I chat about connecting to our power of vulnerability with strong backs, soft fronts, and wild hearts as inspired…
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Christiana came to us after she had a visit with her pediatrician at 4 weeks where she learned her baby was not gaining weight well. He recommended formula as the solution, but she had strong desires to breastfeed. Knowing she would also be returning to work, she joined the Pumping for Working Moms Program and started learning about her body, her m…
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We don’t need to grasp so tightly onto control. Instead, let’s focus on staying true to God’s promise which always has a bigger picture in mind. Join me as I chat about finding a better way than what we convinced ourselves to follow even as we feel resistance. For the past month, we’ve been talking about different aspects of control. There will be …
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A very fine line exists between control and manipulation. When our first attempt to control something doesn’t work, it sometimes triggers us to double down and try to manipulate situations for what we want. Join me as I chat about a Bible story that teaches us the exhaustion of trying to control and manipulate. We’re looking at the story of David a…
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Fear and anxiety can latch onto our minds and squeeze the life out of us. Our worries are not easy to ignore, especially when staring right at unavoidable circumstances. There comes a moment where you realize you have no control over a situation, and you have to find a jewel in the mud. Join me as I chat about dealing with the burden of fear and an…
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Long overdue conversation on the important topic of fish this week with the lead for fish at Eurogroup for Animals, Doug Waley. Doug’s expertise lies in working for fish at the EU level however most of the episode is filled with important information relevant to fish farming across the globe. It’s a technical one but really insightful as we explore…
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Matthew and Jane co-founded the online campaign Veganuary in 2013, which has encouraged millions of people across the globe to try being vegan for the month of January and beyond. More recently, Matthew launched Veg Capital, an organisation that provides early-stage capital to companies striving to replace the use of animals in our food system and …
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“Lord, I don’t know if I can do this.” Has anyone else ever had that thought? That’s what crossed my mind right before I recorded this episode. I wasn’t sure how to start such a vulnerable conversation, yet I felt the tug on my heart from God. Join me as I chat about understanding what control is and what it’s doing in our lives. After wrestling wi…
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If you had a poor experience pumping previously, it doesn't have to be that way again! Apply for help: https://www.newlittlelife.com/apply Lauren's story is like so many other working moms, and even with an oversupply, she quickly found her supply decreasing and overwhelming creeping in. She and her husband were determined to find an easier way the…
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Have you felt like you no longer could relate to something? Most times, we start to feel a disconnect as God pulls that thing away from us for our own good. Join me as I chat about making peace with pruning to step into a new chapter of life. The pruned life can feel like a sudden switch or sudden loss, but pruning is preparing us for growth. It’s …
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Sofia Balderson is the co-founder of Hive, formerly known as Impactful Animal Advocacy, an organisation that aims to improve coordination and collaboration in the farmed animal movement through cultivating impactful, intentional, and serendipitous communities Many listeners may be on the Impactful Advocacy Slack – a Slack workspace with over 2,000 …
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Do you ever ask God why you’re facing a big problem? Julie Sunne remembers feeling lonely and angry while grieving her miscarriages. Join me as I chat with Julie about the struggle of thinking something went wrong in God’s plan and the journey of remembering God’s goodness. Julie Sunne is the author of “Sometimes I Forget: 60 Reminders of Hope for …
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Short but sweet episode this week from Ignacia, author of a recently released book, CEO of a leading organisation in Latin America and mother to two small kids. We're delighted that Ignacia took time out to talk to us about her experiences right across her contributions for animals. We chat about Fundacion veg and their campaigns in both diet chang…
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Do you find it hard to make time for God like you want to when you need to work so much? Cole Whisenhunt remembers feeling the impact of always being busy and needing to make a change. Join me as I chat with Cole about the struggle of keeping the Kingdom Mindset in your work life and the journey of blending faith into work. Cole Whisenhunt is a rea…
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Are marriages even worth fighting for these days? Amanda Cox remembers feeling the ups and downs of learning and relearning the relationship with her husband. Join me as I chat with Amanda about the struggle of embracing marriage’s seasons and the journey of cultivating a beautiful bond. Amanda Cox is a realtor who can celebrate 20 years of marriag…
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Bob Fischer is the Senior Research Manager at Rethink Priorities and Associate Professor of Philosophy at Texas State University. Can insects feel pain? Should people who care about chickens, cows and pigs also care about reducing the suffering of crickets or black soldier flies? In this episode with Bob Fischer from Rethink Priorities, we try to a…
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Do you know the feeling of losing the person who inspired you to be better? Jon Rhiddlehoover remembers feeling angry and shocked when he lost his best friend: his dad. Join me as I chat with Jon about the struggle of losing his dad and the journey of finding direction while grieving. Jon Rhiddlehoover is a pastor with a journey that exemplifies le…
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In this episode, Gigi emphasizes the importance of preparing for postpartum, recommending adding doula services, lactation education, massage, and supplies like loose clothing and food delivery to registries. Gigi details her differing breastfeeding experiences with each child, from challenges latching her first to an anxious pumping routine with t…
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Alexus started pumping earlier than she anticipated, and it did not go well. It was filled with daily anxiety, frustration, and not pumping enough milk for her little one. She tried so many pumps, changed jobs, and tried all the things she could find online. She is now pumping confidently at 14 months postpartum going strong. She actually ENJOYS pu…
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"Most of life's battles are won or lost in the mind." - Craig Groeschel So much truth in those words, huh? Our minds are often the invisible battleground for shame, worthiness, insecurity and doubt. This week we dive deeper into the idea of Sozo, the Greek word for wholeness and salvation, and examine what it means to have wholeness of mind. What d…
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In this episode, Ashley detailed her experiences breastfeeding two children, including latching challenges with her first and pumping challenges with her second due to nasal issues. Bethany commended Ashley's use of different positions and pumping to maintain supply. Ashley outlined how stretching can relieve tightness and pain for breastfeeding mo…
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Kristie Middleton is vice president of business development for Rebellyous Foods where she and her team help institutions add more plant-based options to their menus. Kristie’s also the author of MeatLess: Transform the Way You Eat and Live—One Meal at a Time and a long-time animal advocate. Rebellyous Foods has created novel manufacturing technolo…
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Have you lived feeling broken when all you want is peace? Easter is a reminder of the favor we all received. There’s peace in what Jesus did to bridge the gap between what we deserve and what he allowed in salvation and grace when on the cross. This solo episode introduces the word “Sozo” and highlights three basics for feeling restored. I’m sharin…
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In this episode, Masha detailed her extensive breastfeeding research and largely positive experience, contrasting with challenges pumping posed due to inadequate technology. She resolved to improve pumps after frustration with pain and inefficiency hindering her independence. Masha recounted shock and self-doubt from her first traumatic pumping exp…
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Have you seen the glimpses of warm weather these days? I hope wherever you are, you’re catching glimpses of God’s goodness like signs of spring on the horizon. This week’s conversation continues with Tischa Van de Reep about recognizing how God continues to show up in your life. Tischa Van de Reep is a Bible Teacher and also a mental health mom. We…
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In this episode, Patricia struggled with ADHD symptoms greatly after becoming a mother, leading to sleepless nights searching for support online. Though initially unwilling, she was later prompted by her faith to start a podcast supporting mothers with ADHD like herself. Both Bethany and Patricia discuss their personal experiences with postpartum d…
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Is there someone in your life that you feel particularly protective of or feel called to care for? As believers, there are times where we walk as advocates for the vulnerable or the unseen. This week’s conversation continues with Kelly Hall about the testimony of being an advocate for those around us. Kelly Hall is the mom of four kids, three of wh…
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Jaya is a seasoned operational executive with a rich history of promoting animal welfare in the food retail sector. As the Co-founder and Chief Program Officer of Global Food Partners, a Singapore-based multinational consulting firm, he helps food and hospitality businesses implement their cage-free egg policies across Asia and reduce the cost of c…
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In this episode, Kristi Hammerle introduced herself as a physical therapist and certified lactation consultant who owns Year One Wellness. She helps babies from birth to walking with issues like tongue-tie, flat head syndrome, and feeding difficulties. Kristi explained how tongue-ties restrict tongue mobility and can cause feeding issues. She asses…
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When we recorded this, Samantha had reached her 6-month pumping goal! She has now surpassed the 9-month mark with no end in sight. She has found a way to pump efficiently, manage expectations, and juggle 2 kids along with a work-from-home schedule PLUS extracurricular activities. Her mindset and tips will inspire you! ~~~~~~~~~ READY TO JOIN US? WO…
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Do you ever feel distracted during your walk in faith? The noisy world will present you with endless options, even if some options lack substance. This week’s conversation continues with Jay Y Kim about how modern syncretism can show up while trying to focus on your relationship with God. Jay Y Kim is a pastor of a church in Silicon Valley called W…
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In this episode, Ashley the founder of Iron 31, shares how her journey from teaching led her to focus on helping women through difficult seasons by applying biblical wisdom. Bethany emphasized the importance of community for new mothers, sharing how breastfeeding support groups helped combat loneliness. Ashley described the Iron 31 community as a j…
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Lauren Mee is the CEO & Co-founder of Animal Advocacy Careers, an organisation that tries to match mission-aligned talent to opportunities that accelerate the end of factory farming. Lauren offloads all she knows about the hiring landscape right now when it comes to careers in animal advocacy. She talks us through some best practices and common pit…
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Janet Henry joined the Even If podcast a few episodes ago to talk about blending your personality with your prayer life. She’s back here again for the Prayer Q&A episode! We discuss questions about figuring out your prayer style. We also cover points about going on prayer walks, staying open to how prayer results arrive, and being yourself with God…
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In this episode, Jazman pursued birth work after feeling called by God, leaving her career in clinical psychology to help prevent traumatic births through doula work. She expanded into fertility support after sharing her own infertility journey. Bethany detailed her extensive testing and treatments over several years including Clomid, IUIs, IVF, an…
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Parenting is not for the faint of heart, especially when your kids begin to make their own decisions. This week’s conversation continues with Courtney Doyle about keeping an eternal perspective, as she shares her story of trusting the Lord even if her son made choices that broke her heart. We talk about the struggles of addiction and rehab, incarce…
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In this episode, Nina shared her challenging breastfeeding journey with their first child who had breathing issues, experiencing painful sucking for months before their nursing relationship improved. Nina emphasized the importance of perseverance and not feeling like a failure. Nina recommended seeking lactation support early and learning that ever…
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Aaron Ross has spent over 20 years working for farmed animals. His relentless dedication to this cause has seen him co-found two major organisations, The Humane League and the Open Wing Alliance and train and advise countless others around the world on corporate relations and movement strategy. In this episode, we talk through an important topic, l…
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When Jacob Robinson's son Pierce was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis, their lives were changed forever. Inspired by his son to create a place of belonging for people of all abilities, Jacob and his business partner set out to open a theme park, Dig World, without one lick of theme park experience. It's a story of triumph (and a little tragedy t…
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In this episode, Dr. Kelsey detailed her positive breastfeeding experiences with both children, though noted she wished they practiced bottle-feeding more with their son to ease returning to work. They emphasized assessing each child's individual needs and functions at different developmental stages. Bethany stressed the importance of evaluating ho…
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Kritika is only halfway through her pumping journey, but her transformation has been INCREDIBLE. She has gone from stress and anxiety about her milk supply, to finding peace in pumping and balance in her life. Now, she's making more milk WITHOUT pumping more! This is exactly why we created the Pumping for Working Moms Program! We could not be more …
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Have you ever judged the goodness of God by your own doubts? Our journey with God has us bumping into the brokenness of the world. Sometimes it makes people wonder if God is trustworthy and can truly handle everything. Indeed, God has it all settled. This solo episode features three questions to ask when your faith in God falters. I'm here to tell …
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