Best Prep Yo Self Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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45: "Help! I'm going on a work trip" 3 ways to prep dad & breastfed toddler for their first night alone together 29:08

2M ago29:08

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This week I'm answering a coaching call question from an extended breastfeeding mom: "My toddler often doesn't accept dad at night when she wakes up crying. I am and have always been the preferred parent. I have just found out about a work trip I need to take which will have me away from my 2-year-old overnight for the first time. Typically, I feed…

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44 - HELP! My toddler is struggling to listen first thing in the morning (and a quick personal update!) 20:11

2M ago20:11

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**SUBMIT YOUR Q FOR ME TO ANSWER IN FUTURE EPISODES** In this week's episode of Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding, I'm answering a question I received from a student in Own Your Breastfeeding Story. "How can I encourage my 2 year old to settle down when he is on the bed with us? We cosleep and most of the time especially in the morning when he wa…

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43: UPDATED Tandem breastfeeding: Life with 2 booby-monsters (part 3 of the tandem feeding series)* 40:06

4M ago40:06

40:06

**AUDIO FIXED** Breastfeeding a toddler and a newborn... at the same time -> most people in the Western world think this is crazy. And yet, I breastfed 2 kids (of different ages) for 3.5 years, and I hear from listeners all the time who are either doing it or considering it. But, just like most things "extended breastfeeding" there aren't many plac…

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42 - Breastfeeding a toddler while pregnant (part 2 of the tandem feeding series) 34:26

4M ago34:26

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Finding out you are pregnant is a complex at the best of times. Having concerns about safety for you and your growing baby, finding your life impacted in ways you never would have expected, and feeling emotions you didn't know were possible (thank you hormones!) are all normal things in pregnancy - but there is an added layer of concern and change …

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41: Getting pregnant (or not!) while breastfeeding a toddler (part 1 of the tandem feeding series) 30:44

4M ago30:44

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Trying to understand your fertility while you are breastfeeding your toddler is an uphill battle. Sure - Google abounds with tips & information about conception and contraception, but less so about conception and contraception while you are breastfeeding... and finding support for making sense of those things while you are breastfeeding a TODDLER?!…

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(Toddler) Breastfeeding Goals - Do they really matter? (BTS Bonus Episode 4) 15:57

5M ago15:57

15:57

Have you ever felt the pressure of setting specific breastfeeding goals? I know I have! In the beginning, I felt like I had to have these concrete goals because, let's face it, everyone asks! But guess what? Once you are actually "in it" - things shift and change day-to-day and all of that concrete thinking feels a whole lot more abstract. In this …

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My Nursing Aversion & Mental Health Struggles (BTS Bonus Episode 3) 27:10

5M ago27:10

27:10

Welcome to episode three of this Behind the Scenes series! In this candid conversation, I'm opening up about my mental health journey, embracing the highs and lows of anxiety, and depression, and sharing how it all ties into my experience with nursing aversion. This episode isn't just about my journey; it's an invitation to explore the intersection…

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What it's like breastfeeding my 4 yo - a day in the life (BTS Bonus Episode 2) 22:53

5M ago22:53

22:53

Tune into this episode to hear about sleep, boundaries, and more in my home right now. Ever wonder what life might look like if you were breastfeeding a 4 year old? Apparently, a lot of you have! Hundreds of you were curious about my current breastfeeding experience. So, I decided to break down what it's like to breastfeed my 4-year-old. I know it …

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Survival Mode Motherhood (Ep. 1 of Behind the Scenes Series) 15:14

6M ago15:14

15:14

If you have longed for a "me too," or an "I get it" for the times when parenting feels like you are just doing what you can to survive the day - this is the episode for you. 2023 was a crazy ride for me. Launching this podcast was incredible, but a lot was going on behind the scenes - including health struggles for me, which led to a lot of "surviv…

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40: Breastfeeding Manners - what to do with demanding older babies, toddlers & preschoolers 43:32

6M ago43:32

43:32

The shirt-pulling, screaming, and demands to breastfeed have gotten to the point that you find yourself dreading them before your toddler has even thought about breastfeeding again. When they do, inevitably "ask" to breastfeed, the fear of reinforcing all of their bad behaviors reverberates through your body as you quickly try to decide if you will…

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39: a massive cultural barrier to natural term breastfeeding & toddler weaning with confidence and calm 25:56

7M ago25:56

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Breastfeeding & weaning your toddler with confidence and connection isn't impossible. But the reason it feels that way (at least some of the time) isn't your fault. In today's podcast episode I break down the first of 3 cultural traps that keep you stuck and frustrated on your natural term breastfeeding & toddler weaning journey. (The other 2 are a…

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38 - My toddler only wants me for my milk - confessions of a milk machine 26:20

8M ago26:20

26:20

"They swarm me whenever I sit down and will SCREAM until I breastfeed them - and then they are off to play. They never want snuggle without breastfeeding. I feel like all I am is a milk machine."

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839: Cincy Girls Who Walk With Tara Osborne 41:07

8M ago41:07

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Tara Osborne grew up in Cincinnati, moved away, and came back to find herself looking for a new group of women she could share common interests with. So, Tara started a walking group: Cincy Girls Who. Not only did this group get hundreds of women walking, now it's creating connections far beyond Tara's expectations. Hear all about it in this episod…

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37 - My Supporting Toddler Breastfeeding Moms Evolution - (Aka the birth of my 3rd "child" Own Your Breastfeeding Story") 23:59

8M ago23:59

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Lactation support for newborns is hard enough to come by - but when I decided to focus on toddler breastfeeding there was NO one to look too and say "ah, that's how it's done!" So, there was (a lot of) trial & error as I worked to create some kind of support that WORKED to help toddler breastfeeding families get unstuck from the loop of boundary bu…

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36: To wean or not to wean (for the unsure toddler breastfeeding momma) 21:03

8M ago21:03

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Hands up if you have gone back & forth about whether or not you should wean your breastfeeding toddler?! 🙋‍♀️ It makes sense - and trust me, you are NOT alone. (It's one of the most common dilemmas "extended" breastfeeding moms face.) In this episode, I offer you an alternative to the "to wean or not to wean" conundrum that will have you feeling ho…

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35: How to wean a clingy toddler from breastfeeding 17:20

8M ago17:20

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In this episode, I discuss the challenges of weaning your booby-obsessed toddler when they're not quite ready to stop breastfeeding. I explore the role of internal experiences, stress, and co-regulation in this process. Key Points: You Can't Magically Make Them Ready: Unfortunately, you can't instantly make your toddler ready to wean - no matter ho…

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34: Why (almost) all the toddler breastfeeding advice is WRONG (and why there is still hope!) 23:36

8M ago23:36

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Who knew you would be longing for the early days of breastfeeding again a year or two don't the road? It seems to get MORE complicated the further along you go - and the big reason for this? Really terrible advice, from (often) really well-meaning people! In this week's podcast episode I am breaking down the 3 different types of toddler breastfeedi…

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838: Jason Allen's Health Journey Through Sobriety 1:55:32

9M ago1:55:32

1:55:32

Jason Allen is a friend and former radio co-host of mine. In this episode Jason gets real vulnerable and honest about his choice to give up alcohol and how that has impacted not only his health, but his relationships. If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packages tailored t…

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33: When to stop breastfeeding on demand (and what to do instead) 22:56

9M ago22:56

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Breastfeeding on demand is recommended by leading health & breastfeeding organizations around the world, but what happens when your little one isn't so little anymore? Is there an age where you should stop offering breastmilk anytime your child asks? And if there is - what are you supposed to do after it? In this podcast episode, I break down: What…

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837: Answering Your Questions About My Life 1:12:51

9M ago1:12:51

1:12:51

In this episode my good friend and badass wellness coach Lindsey Bonadonna interviews me and asks the questions you wanted to know the answers to (from an Instagram poll). Find Lindsey here: https://nourishatbe.com/ If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packages tailored to …

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836: Trusting Intuition - Emily Kendall's Breastfeeding Journey 1:10:42

9M ago1:10:42

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In this episode entrepreneur, author, mother, wife and my friend Emily Kendall shares her breastfeeding journey and the book she's now published to help other women. Find Let It Flow here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/let-it-flow-emily-l-kendall/1144112298;jsessionid=06243C967588EAE0BDE691CBE7847B97.prodny_store01-atgap08 If you're in need of a…

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32: Navigating Tantrums While Night Weaning A Toddler 31:36

9M ago31:36

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The hardest part about night weaning? The BIG emotions! In this episode, I break down: The 2 types of toddler "mis"-behavior (what to do for each kind) 6 Big picture considerations for less-stress night weaning 4 steps to navigate night time tantrumss (and when to change course) My best "tip" for night weaning your toddler If you want to read this …

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835: Amanda's Diary - Elimination Diet Update 27:17

9M ago27:17

27:17

An update on doing Whole 30 to help solve my inflammation issues... If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packages tailored to your needs: https://www.teamfitwithme.com/ In Cincinnati looking for healthy meals and meal prep?? Give Clean Eatz a try in Newport: https://www.cle…

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834: Meal Planning, Macros And Weight Loss Surgery With Jess Valoy 43:47

9M ago43:47

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Jess Valoy is a coach, meal planning and macro specialist with Team Fit With Me. In this episode, Jess discusses her own journey including weight loss surgery and now how she helps others with their nutition goals with meal planning and macro counting. **A heads up of background noises in this episode** Find Jess at Team Fit With Me here: https://w…

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833: How Hunter Got Healthy, Lost 50 Pounds And Is Helping Others 41:32

9M ago41:32

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Hunter Stoler, Health With Hunter, is a certified nutrition and health coach. In this episode Hunter shares his own weight loss journey and how it sparked a passion to help others on theirs. Hunter also shares his favorite tips and tricks on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Find Hunter's website here: https://healthwithhunter.shop/ Find Hunter on I…

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31: Why is my child waking so much?! Unpacking normal sleep & gentle strategies with Kim Hawley, MA, MPH, IBCLC & Holistic Sleep Coach (Intuitive Parenting DC) 41:01

10M ago41:01

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Ever wished you could decode the enigma of infant and toddler sleep? As your guide through this labyrinth, I’m excited to bring you my engaging conversation with Kim Hawley, an expert in holistic sleep coaching, lactation consulting, and peaceful parenting education – a rare combination indeed! Drawing on Kim’s years of experience, we delve into th…

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832: Amanda's Diary - Elimination Diet 29:41

10M ago29:41

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An update on my current diet and exercise routine. Working on my autoimmune disease -- finally! If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packages tailored to your needs: https://www.teamfitwithme.com/ In Cincinnati looking for healthy meals and meal prep?? Give Clean Eatz a try…

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30: Clogged Ducts, Engorgement & Mastitis in extended breastfeeding, weaning & beyond 32:25

10M ago32:25

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Engorgement, clogged ducts & mastitis are words all breastfeeding moms are familiar with. They can be scary & overwhelming, particularly at the beginning of your breastfeeding journey, but can pop up throughout the duration of time that you are breastfeeding - mainly when significant changes are happening in your life, including night weaning & com…

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29: Birthing to breastfeed (and tandemfeed!) with Beau Wilson, Midwife & Childbirth Educator 40:24

10M ago40:24

40:24

Labour and deliver impact breastfeeding - and Beau Wilson is here to share all about it. Whether you are pregnant with your first, or planning for your third, this episode will leave you inspired & empowered. Learn about how you can set yourself up for success in both your birthing & breastfeeding, regardless of the external factors that you encoun…

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831: Doh Joy! Low Carb Bread With Founder Julie Lincoln 42:17

10M ago42:17

42:17

Founder of Doh Joy bread, Julie Lincoln, joins me to discuss her entrepreneurship journey and how she helped create a low carb bread. From Doh Joy's website: Inside every bite is a wholesome blend of ingredients, like protein and fiber from wheat, milled sunflower seeds, apple cider vinegar and coconut oil, that provide that "real" bread flavor you…

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830: Self Care Entrepreneurship With Business Strategist Stacy Kessler 57:07

11M ago57:07

57:07

Stacy Kessler is a small business strategist helping women create businesses that help them thrive AND make them happy. In this epsiode, we discuss Stacy's own entreprenuer journey, and how she created a business built on her own self care and how she want to live her life -- and now how she's helping others do the same. Find Stacy Kessler here: ht…

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28: 3 Unexpected ways to get more sleep without night weaning 17:41

11M ago17:41

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Ever wondered why your little one wakes up frequently throughout the night, leaving you both exhausted? Could it be something more than just regular feeding needs? This episode illuminates how certain overlooked medical issues might be the hidden culprits affecting sleep patterns. Learn about the unexpected connection between low iron levels, thyro…

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829: Amanda's Diary - To Lose Weight, Or Not To Lose Weight? 47:48

11M ago47:48

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It's my birthday! Time tio catch up on all the things that have happened in my life over the last year, including gaining weight. If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packages tailored to your needs: https://www.teamfitwithme.com/ In Cincinnati looking for healthy meals and…

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27: Breastfeeding aches & pains, pelvic floor health and beyond with Katherine Baquie from The FitNest Mama Podcast 46:10

11M ago46:10

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What happens when we start taking care of our bodies and minds during pregnancy and after childbirth? Kath Baquie, a women's physiotherapist and the founder of FitNest Mama, joins us to share her unique insights. In this enlightening conversation, we discuss the real post-birth challenges and how they can affect your breastfeeding journey. Kath als…

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26: How Katie night weaned her 2 year old and re-discovered herself in the process. 31:34

11M ago31:34

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Ever felt drained, tired, and even resentful while going through the demanding process of breastfeeding and weaning your toddler? Join me as I sit down with Katie, a recent graduate of Own Your Breastfeeding Story, who courageously takes us through her night weaning journey. Katie’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring, especially consideri…

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828: All About Perimenopause With Dr. Carrie Jones 53:57

11M ago53:57

53:57

Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH is the Chief Medical Officer for NuEthix Formulations and specializes in hormonal health. In this episode we discuss all the signs, symptoms and solutions to perimenopause and menopause. Find Dr. Carrie Jones here: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carriejones/ If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out…

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827: Bringing A Lifetime Of Fitness Expertise To Team Fit With Me With Renee And Billy 43:49

11M ago43:49

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Renee and Billy both have decades of experience in the fitness industry, and now bring their expertise to Team Fit With Me! In this episode hear about Renee & Billy's take on virtual training and their advice for long term fitness. If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me, contact Sarah for all pricing packa…

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