PUSHING IT
77 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsPushing It Podcast is here to help you bring your "F" word (AKA flexibility) to birth, find courage, and gain a sense of humor. Jen and Alise get honest and real about pregnancy, birth, and life with a baby. Finally, a podcast for everyone else having a baby that wants the down and dirty truth from Professionals who believe there is no "right" way to birth or parent. Jen and Alise have your back because if you can't laugh without peeing yourself, you might as well laugh at yourself while doing it. Birth is never boring, learning about shouldn't be either.
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Episodes
Mommy Guilt
February 05, 2019 17:25 - 38 minutes - 87.9 MBThere's no avoiding mommy guilt! It starts when we see the double pink lines and never ends. This week we are normalizing mom guilt and how every mom feels it. From our choices around work, food and how we raise our kids, mom guilt is all around us. How do we stop the guilt train and feel confident in our parenting choices? Jen and Alise have a good laugh at how far down the rabbit hole we can go with the feelings of guilt and even shame around parenting. They discuss their favorit...
No Pregnant Body Shame Here!
January 28, 2019 16:00 - 50 minutes - 117 MBIt’s the new year so of course there’s all kinds of attention put on New Year’s resolutions and a huge focus on dieting.. What does this look like for you in pregnancy? How does all this talk about diet and weight loss land when your pregnant and you’re using calories to grow a human being? This week we are discussing diet culture and how that plays a role in pregnancy, disordered eating, body image, expectations and loss of control. Pregnancy is tough on us Type A folks who alwa...
Pregnant AF
January 21, 2019 15:00 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MBSo what does this AF term actually mean?!? Jen researches and gives you insight. We’ve done the work for you! Hint… it’s not a polite word. In fact the acronym should not be used in a Professional situation. 😊 We’ll give you examples of what it’s like to be Pregnant AF. In fact it’s “discomfortable!” You’re in the final countdown. These are the last days, How do you survive when its hard to move, you have to pee all the time, there’s no room for food and you cramp every night? So...
Pulling Your Sh*t Together: The Labor Edition
January 14, 2019 16:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBSometimes it looks like getting your head in the game, or back in the game if you feel like you're loosing it a little. It's like being a boxer before a fight, sweat dripping, bouncing up and down, gloves knocking together as they anticipate getting through just one round. You may not know how the hell you got to this place in labor or how you'll get to the next but you pull your sh*t together and dig deep. Jen and Alise are talking all about those moments in labor when you need ...
Amanda's Birth Story
January 07, 2019 16:00 - 52 minutes - 120 MBJen and Alise get to chat with Amanda in the cutest nursery in the world. Amanda shares her story of how she navigated her labor so that she could have the birth she had always wanted, despite things starting off different from the plan. When she woke to her water breaking, she was prepared to advocate and ask for what she wanted for her birth. She tells how she chose what mattered the most to her and what she was prepared to let go of if she needed to. Hear how she went within and ...
Talking Shi*t
December 31, 2018 16:00 - 17 minutes - 40.6 MBRevisit one of our first but favorite episodes of season 1 where Jen and Alise discuss the taboo topic of pooping in labor. Everyone wants to know but nobody wants to ask. What's the deal with it? Does everyone really poop in labor? Jen and Alise share their own personal stories of their births. Jen gave birth before ever attending births professionally and ever knowing about poop in labor and Alise had been to 100 births before having her own. How did these experiences influence th...
Birth Porn
December 17, 2018 16:00 - 44 minutes - 103 MBThis is birth porn. This is the birth version of only showing the world large breasts with large nipples and “perfect” bodies. This is a realistic view but only a snapshot. This isn’t a big picture view. This is another form of mom guilt. You get 40 weeks to do “it all”. How do you live in the moment and stay authentic to who you are and what you want? This doesn’t only apply to birth. This also applies to pregnancy. In early pregnancy when you are feeling sluggish and it feels ...
The Holiday Episode
December 10, 2018 16:00 - 43 minutes - 99.7 MBHow to survive the holidays while pregnant Find comfortable clothes for holiday parties. - can rewear in labor! Fun mocktails (especially if you aren’t sharing your pregnancy yet) https://coleycooks.com/cran-clem/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/152066924904030011/feedback/?invite_code=93125df76bc445d0bfe9291eecfef857&sender_id=2880898448 Comfortable shoes Call it an early night Pick and choose your events Skip soft cheeses and deli meats especially when eating out Have some ...
Let's Get This Baby Out! Part 2: Hormones, Comfort Measures and More
December 03, 2018 16:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBThere's a lot to know when it comes to getting a baby out! This week we are discussing hormones and how to find your rhythm. Labor isn't the time to freak out and scream with adrenaline. How do you know what to do instead? Don't panic now or in labor. Jen and Alise have lots of tips to get you through. Make your labor hormones work for you. There are three major players when it comes to labor hormones. First up is oxytocin. Oxytocin is the love hormone! It's primary role in labor ...
Isabelle's Birth Story
November 26, 2018 16:00 - 28 minutes - 65.8 MBThis week Alise talks with Isabelle as she describes her birth experience. She explains, as a driven busy professional,how she prepared for birth, the challenges of back labor and how she found strength in being flexible with her birth plans. "I thought birth was just going to be this physical feat I was going to do..... but it was the most empowered experience of my life". She navigated position changes for hours trying to change baby's position and ultimately found that an epidur...
Let’s Get This Baby Out! Part 1: Let’s Get Physical
November 19, 2018 16:00 - 51 minutes - 117 MBPart 1: Let’s Get Physical What's the "411" on active labor? In fact, we can get the impression that having contractions every 4 minutes, that last for a minute long, and this pattern has been happening for an hour or more automatically means you're in active labor. There’s so much more to knowing you’re in active labor. Don’t worry! Most babies don’t fall out. If yours does, congrats, that was a super efficient birth! Pay attention to the timing but also the shift that has happen...
The 9 Month Countdown
November 12, 2018 16:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBFirst trimester- Rest, get through! You'll probably be really tired, possibly feeling sick, and just plain not feel well. You may need to make excuses for not showing up at events or sneaking out of happy hour early. You may or may not eat well (concentrate on eating protein rich foods when able as this can help regulate your blood sugar and keep nausea at by). Forgive yourself, you've got lots of time to eat fresh fruits and veggies. You may or may not feel excited. Practice self a...
Jen & Alise's Essential List of Baby Gear
November 05, 2018 16:00 - 55 minutes - 126 MBWhy do babies need all this stuff? Believe it or not, sooner or later you’ll need to pee, take a shower, eat or even do a load of laundry. In the first weeks babies do sleep a lot but eventually they start to wake up and you’ll need a place to put your baby. This week we are talking about gear that will make your life easier and get you a little more hands-free time, a little more sleep and maybe even a meal while it's still hot Fourth trimester theory! Babies often need another th...
I'm The Mama Now - Creating Boundaries As You Become Parents
October 22, 2018 16:15 - 53 minutes - 122 MBYou're the mama now! Jen and Alise give you some encouragement and tips on how to set boundaries with family that may have expectations on the way you might parent or birth. Don't feel forced to do things the way they've always been done. Setting clear boundaries and having hard conversations early on will often make moving forward as a parent easier on your relationships. 1. Get on the same page with your partner- parents on the same page are able to come together stronger and cr...
Early Labor: Netflix, chill and Netflix and Chill.
October 08, 2018 16:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBEarly labor- a time to do your do, Netflix and Chill, and tell that adrenaline to go away until it's time to push. We give practical tips for when to head to the hospital, remind you that your cervix is not connected to the contraction timer app, and remind you to invite "relaxing" people to be around your labor. Knowledge is power- we remind you that early labor can last a while! Stay out of your head and it's ok NOT to start deep breathing and doing all the things you learned in th...
Wait, There's More Coming Out Of Me?
September 24, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBLast week we discussed 10 things that might make you say "Whoa, did that just come out of me", this week we have another 10. This list is a little different as we touch on the emotion and perhaps more vocal side of birth. You might be surprised at some of the things that come out of you. This week we are leaving the liquids behind and getting down to the tears and the swear words that might start coming out and all of the surprising emotions. Jen and Alise will discuss how to work ...
Whoa, Did That Just Come Out Of Me?
September 17, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MB10 things that will come out of your body during labor and birth that will make you say, "whoa, did that just come out of me". Birth, like parenthood, can be messy. Don't get caught by surprise. Everyone knows there's a little blood sweat and tears in birth but what about all the other things that come out of your body? And it's not all lists, Jen and Alise have a messy parenthood story contest between themselves. Alise's kids may have fleas. The doulas have the old debate, adult...
Whoa, Did That Just Come Out Of Me?
September 17, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MB10 things that will come out of your body during labor and birth that will make you say, "whoa, did that just come out of me". Birth, like parenthood, is messy. Don't get caught by surprise.
Finding Your Power In Labor
September 10, 2018 10:00 - 58 minutes - 134 MBYou've got the power! In fact, it's been there all along my dear, and we will help you find it. Maybe you need a cape, some red lipstick or a really solid birth plan. No matter what calls to you or what type of birth you want, you can always find your power. Jen and Alise offer useful tips for finding your power and helping you prepare for feeling powerful in labor, way before labor ever begins. It's never to earl to begin. From educating yourself to preparing yourself, you will f...
Babies Take A Village
September 04, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBYou've heard the saying, "it takes a village to raise a baby". Now if only that village knew how to support new parents and new parents felt comfortable asking for help. Jen & Alise will help you make the most of your village and your help. Don't get caught hosting visitors after having a baby. Learn helpful tips to maximize support before and after baby arrives. This week is all about creating a village so you can heal your body and bond with baby, not worry about dishes and dinner...
What your friends don't tell you about POSTPARTUM (that time after your baby is born)
August 28, 2018 11:35 - 55 minutes - 127 MBOn this episode, we're getting real (NOT instilling fear though!) about what to expect POSTPARTUM. Nobody gets to skip this stage. Jen will explain exactly what the heck that word means and as usual we're normalizing something.... in this case what's happening to YOUR body. Find out why there may be some farting in your future. Fundal massage- don't let the word massage fool you! We take the "fun" out of fundal massage. Find out why its needed. We discuss intuition and all the info...
What Your Friends Never Told You About Birth
August 21, 2018 13:50 - 55 minutes - 128 MBJen & Alise are back to being your friends again and giving you all the information you need to know to give birth. You can’t will your cervix into a juicy pear or into a dilated cervix and they will tell you why. This week they are giving you tons of information on how to navigate labor and how to remember how amazing you are no matter how you give birth. Figure out what birth options are the right options for you and how to own your badassary with birth.
Talking With Amy VanHaren of Pumpspotting
August 14, 2018 15:00 - 53 minutes - 122 MBJen & Alise had the amazing opportunity to sit down and chat with Amy, the owner, and founder of Pumpspotting and the traveling breastfeeding/pumping bus, Barb. This week we cover everything from what it’s like to try to do “all the things”, to ways folks can make a breastfeeding plan to prepare their family and friends to help support them on their breastfeeding journey. Find out why community and support are important for all stages of parenting. After the show, don't forget to do...
What Your Friends Never Told You About Pregnancy
August 06, 2018 20:57 - 45 minutes - 105 MBWhat Your Friends Never Told You About Pregnancy Sure, your friends told you about swollen ankles and morning sickness but they probably never told you about finding foods that really worked with morning sickness. You know, the foods that taste the same coming up as they do going down. Body changes, pregnancy clothes, pregnancy sex? Don't worry, Jen & Alise have your back. This week, find out the honest truth about all the things your closest friends should have told you about pregn...
Heeeeeere's The Doulas
July 28, 2018 00:30 - 27 minutes - 63.7 MBWe are fed up of the same old message that there's one way to have a baby and raise a baby. We think our listeners deserve a little bit more credit and are smart enough to make their own decisions. Isn't time to hear more than just how big your baby is compared to the size of a fruit? How big is a papaya anyway? Get to know us this week and find out why we decided to break out of doula office and start podcasting.
Talking Sh*t
July 26, 2018 15:53 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MBYou've heard the rumors? Is it true? Is it really as bad as you've heard? Can you avoid it? Jen & Alise give the honest truth on pooping during labor. They discuss their own personal stories and stories of births they've attended with and without poop.
The Mom Shame Game
July 24, 2018 23:27 - 38 minutes - 88.2 MBIs mom shaming the grownup version of mean girling? This generation having babies wants so much more. Often, they've waited longer to have babies so that they can have it all. They want the career, the emotional connection, the gourmet meal and the strong attachment to everyone they've intentionally chosen to have in their lives. The only thing that leaves room for is a whole lot of guilt when there isn't room to cram it all in or they just feel like frozen pizza for dinner. Jen an...