Yoga Birth Babies
484 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 283 ratingsTake ownership of your pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Join Deb Flashenberg as she dives into conversations with some of the world’s leading pregnancy, birth, yoga and parenting experts. Deb and her guests are voices of calm and reason, sharing practical, relevant, insightful and evidence based information that is helpful for people at all stages of parenting. These lively conversations will inform and entertain you as you embark on this new phase in your life.
Deb is the founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC, a labor support doula, Lamaze childbirth educator, Spinning Babies Parent Educator, prenatal yoga teacher and mother of 2. Please visit Prenatalyogacenter.com
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Why You Should Pay Attention to Endocrine Disruptors with Sarah Thompson
April 17, 2024 04:10 - 55 minutesHave you considered how your endocrine system might affect your fertility or pregnancy? Today we dive into the topic of endocrine disruptors and how they may adversely affect your system. Although these endocrine disruptors are everywhere in our environment, the good news is there are ways to limit your exposure. Our guest today shares practical tips that you can use immediately to limit your exposure to these environmental factors. She gives great advice on how to find a healthy balance...
Why to Reconsider Midwifery Care with Casey Selzer, CNM
April 10, 2024 04:10 - 58 minutesHave you considered using midwifery care for your birth? Perhaps you have questions about what a midwife does or how they differ from a traditional OBGYN. Today we are going to talk all about midwives. I think midwives are fantastic, they hold a special place in my heart because my own births were attended by a midwife. In this conversation we will dive deeper into the midwifery model of care. What is a midwife? What are some misconceptions around midwifery care? How does midwifery dif...
Birth Story: Preparing and Training for Birth! with Katie Lohiya
April 03, 2024 04:10 - 1 hourWe’re back with my favorite type of podcast episode, a birth story! We’ve been able to create an amazing community of students here at PYC. I see many of these students twice, sometimes three time a week. I get to know them, hear their stories, listen to their concerns and I am able to share with them what I’ve learned. Today we have Katie Lohiya, sharing her birth story. She has been part of our PYC community since she was 13 weeks pregnant. She attended class 2-3 times per week, even ...
Kegels and Your Pelvic Floor with Kara Mortifoglio PT, DPT, WCS
March 27, 2024 04:10 - 37 minutesHow does the health of the pelvic floor impact birth? It is so important to have a healthy pelvic floor in order to have a functional birth and a healthy body. This is one of my favorite topics! If you’ve been a listener of Yoga| Birth| Babies, you know that anytime I have an opportunity to talk about the pelvic floor, I will bring an expert on to do so. Not only have I picked the brain of many experts on this topic, I have taken multiple certifications focused on pelvic floor health. Tod...
Strength Training for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond with Nicole Scheitlin
March 20, 2024 04:10 - 50 minutesShould you do strength training while pregnant? Today we will talk about strength training for pregnancy, birth and beyond. This is a topic that is near and dear to my heart because I believe that strength training can help prepare your body for birth, help you be more comfortable during pregnancy, and help you rehab postpartum. In this conversation we will discuss common misconceptions about strength training during pregnancy, including safe practices, warning signs and when to return to ...
What is Sensory Play and Why Does Your Baby Need it? with Allie Ticktin MA, OTD, OTR/L
March 13, 2024 04:10 - 52 minutesParents are you thinking about your child’s growth and development and how to help them hit their milestones? Our guest today is an occupational therapist who focuses on sensory play for babies. In this discussion she talks about why sensory play is important for your baby and how you can integrate it into your daily activities. She reviews the different senses and shares that there are actually eight of them, I thought there were only five! We also have a conversation about the importanc...
Birth Story: The Power of a Supportive Birth Team with Sydney Pollock LCSW, PMH-C
March 06, 2024 05:10 - 47 minutesToday we have a birth story from one of our community members Sydney Pollock. I had the privilege of watching Sydney go through her whole pregnancy at PYC. She started taking class very early in her pregnancy and the last class that she took was the day her water broke, two days before she was supposed to be induced! Sydney shares her birth story with me and recounts the surprises that happened during her experience. As we were talking about the highs and lows and some of the unanticipat...
PCOS and How it Affects Your Fertility and Pregnancy with Doreen Block and Dr. Aumatma Simmons
February 28, 2024 05:10 - 1 hourWhat is PCOS and how does it affect fertility? Today we will discuss PCOS – Polycystic ovarian syndrome and how it impacts infertility and pregnancy. If you have PCOS, this conversation will give you information on how to advocate for your best pregnancy. As we dive into this topic, we will examine the role the environment plays on the endocrine system and on hormones in general. After having this conversation, I actually went through my beauty products and cleaning supplies and got rid o...
Birth Story: Finding Joy After Anxiety and Challenges During Pregnancy with Rikke Le Kirkegaard
February 21, 2024 05:10 - 41 minutesWe have a beautiful birth story today, that I am excited to share with you! Perhaps you are moving through your own pregnancy or birth experience right now and wondering what it will be like. Something to think about as this story unfolds, is the importance of a flexible mind. A student in class shared with me that she was feeling very tight in her hips and concerned that her tension would affect how she gave birth. I told her that birth didn’t necessarily require a flexible body, howeve...
Bite Size Parenting Advice with Sharon Mazel
February 14, 2024 05:10 - 50 minutesDo you feel overwhelmed by all the parenting choices available now? In today’s podcast we discuss feeling confident in your choices as a parent. We have so much information at our fingertips in 2024, it can be challenging to sort it all out. Perhaps you feel conflicted about where to find reliable information or maybe you are experiencing decision fatigue. I’ve invited Sharon Mazel, internationally recognized pregnancy and parenting expert, to talk about how we can feel grounded and conf...
How to Help the Partner Be the Best Partner They Can Be with Yiska Obadia
February 07, 2024 05:10 - 48 minutesHow would you like your partner to be involved during pregnancy and birth? Today we dive into a conversation about birth partners and their role in supporting you through your birth experience. We talk about how to prepare ahead of time by discussing the expectations and dynamics that influence both the emotional and physical aspects of birth and pregnancy. Sometimes partners are nervous about being involved, however, in this conversation we highlight ways to help them get past that fear s...
Birth Story: A Surprise In So Many Ways! with Aly Grobeck
January 31, 2024 05:10 - 41 minutesToday we have a community birth story. I love sharing birth stories because they are inspiring and confidence building. Listening to different scenarios and various journeys, releases the idea that birth has to happen in one way. Today’s guest, Aly Grobeck, offers a wonderful story filled with humor and candidness. I really appreciate Aly sharing how important it was for her to listen to her body and stand up for herself throughout her experience. This is something we talk about in yoga,...
Why You Need a Doula with Jeanna McNeil
January 24, 2024 07:10 - 56 minutesWhat is a doula and why would you want one? In today’s episode we will discuss what a doula is, how they play a role in birth, and their ability to enhance what a partner can offer. I was a labor and support doula for over ten years and know first-hand the benefits of using a doula. Doulas support every family and every type of birth, not just unmedicated births. It’s not necessary to have one type of birth in mind to receive the assistance of a doula. During this podcast we will talk abo...
Work Better as a Team! How to NOT Resent your Partner Postpartum with Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-C
January 17, 2024 05:10 - 40 minutesHave you thought about how your relationship with your partner may be affected during the postpartum period? Today’s podcast topic came from my students. I noticed a heated conversation happening before my postnatal yoga class one day. Several students had gathered together and were talking about how they felt anger and resentment towards their partners. They felt like so much of the burden of being a new parent fell on their shoulders. I observed rage, tears and deep emotions during thi...
Vaginal Exams- When and Why to Have One During Pregnancy and Labor with Kara Ffrench
January 10, 2024 05:10 - 52 minutesHave you considered why you should have a vaginal exam during pregnancy and labor? I often say your cervix is not a crystal ball, it’s not going to tell you when labor is going to start. It’s something I see time and time again, students will come into class excited because they are a little dilated or discouraged because they are not. My guest today is going to talk about the information we get from vaginal exams and how that will help you make decisions in pregnancy and labor. She poses...
Birth Story: Three Remarkable and Quick Births! with Hannah Brenman
January 03, 2024 05:10 - 43 minutesGet the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com Don’t forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE If you love what you’ve been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community: Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about y...
How to Handle Postpartum Visitors and Setting Clear Boundaries with Ruth Gordon-Martin
December 27, 2023 05:10 - 44 minutesDo you struggle with how to handle postpartum visitors and setting boundaries? Setting boundaries isn’t the easiest thing to do for some either. Personally, I was never good at this. After stumbling upon an article written by our guest, I instantly knew more folks needed to think about this ahead of time! We’ll touch upon when to have visitors meet your newborn, vaccinations, how to communicate to folks that you are or aren’t ready for guests, is the new parent the host (NO!), and even ways t...
Why it's Important to Normalizing Formula Feeding with Jayne Freeman
December 20, 2023 05:10 - 54 minutesHave you considered the different choices there are when feeding your baby? Offering choices and education is something we value here at PYC. Our job is to support your choices for birth, however you choose to birth. When it comes to feeding baby, nevertheless, not all parents feel this support. Many parents sense judgement from others when they opt for formula feeding or bottle feeding. In this conversation, Jayne Freeman talks about the need to normalize formula feeding. She shares how...
Preparing for a Cesarean Birth with Amy Morrison
December 13, 2023 05:10 - 45 minutesHave you ever thought about what’s needed to prepare and recover from a cesarean birth? Whether you’re planning, have a scheduled cesarean or curious to know more, this information is valuable. We’ll discuss what to expect during a cesarean and how to create a cesarean birth plan. How to prepare the night before, what to wear to the hospital, what to do when you arrive and recovery on the other side of cesarean. On this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies, we welcome Amy Morrison to have this con...
What to Do with a Colicky Baby with Megan Dishman
December 06, 2023 05:10 - 37 minutesDoes this scenario sound familiar to you? You have your baby and everything is going great the first few days or weeks. Suddenly your baby starts to cry and cry and cry. You try all different swaddles, ways to bounce your baby, wear your baby or soothe their tummy. During your visit to your pediatrician they tell you, “you have a colicky baby.” What does it mean to have a colicky baby? What are the misconceptions- gas, reflux, colic? Could it be affected by gut health? For those who have gone...
Maria's Birth Story: The Magic and Messiness of Motherhood
November 29, 2023 05:10 - 51 minutesToday we have a very special birth and postpartum story to share. Many of you know, birth stories are one of my favorite kinds of episodes! In the words of my guest, “It was magical and so exciting.” Their postpartum story is so raw and vulnerable. The most exciting and challenging adventure she’s experienced is beginning motherhood. I am so appreciative of our guest for sharing honestly what they went through. Today’s guest on Yoga| Birth| Babies is Maria Emilia, one of our PYC students. Sh...
Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Stress with Karen Kleiman
November 22, 2023 05:10 - 57 minutesIt’s been estimated that 15%-20% of parents experience postpartum depression, anxiety and stress. Note that these are only the numbers of folks who have reported. The reality is these numbers can be rather larger than estimated. In understanding these statistics, we are going to discuss the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety and stress and how we can seek help. Often experiencing this can feel isolating, overwhelming and anxiety inducing. We will talk about these common scen...
How to Prepare for a Physiological Birth with Krisha Crosley
November 15, 2023 05:10 - 46 minutesHave you thought about approaching birth from a physiological standpoint? Today we are going to talk about how to best prepare for a physiological birth. Let’s discuss why it’s important to physically and mentally prepare for birth and not just “wing it” and see what happens. We’ll explore how you get your partner involved, if you’re partnered. Getting your doula and care provider all on the same page is crucial for your birthing experience. Let’s not forget about the pelvis! We’ll discuss ho...
Helping Your Baby with Acid Reflux, Gas and Constipation with Hilary Sadler
November 08, 2023 05:05 - 44 minutesDoes your baby struggle with acid reflux, gas or constipation? Today we have a super fun topic diving deep into reflux, gas and constipation for your newborn. We’ll talk about the signs and ways to alleviate this. Did you know the breastfeeding parent’s diet may also influence babies being gassy? You know me, I love practical information and today we have helpful tips to offer support to you and your baby. Hilary Sadler joins us to have this discussion today on, Yoga| Birth| Babies. She is a...
Ivana's Birth Story: A Magical Birth
November 01, 2023 04:05 - 56 minutesWe’re back with another favorite type of podcast episode, a birth story! I absolutely love the birth stories from our community. It truly is special and a joy to watch the students move through pregnancy, hear their birth stories and then come back postpartum. We have students who come in often for class and I really get to know and witness them as they go through their journey. Sharing their birth story today is, Ivana Đurović, who brings a big smile to my face and all who meet her. Ivana w...
How to Navigate the Stages of Labor with Ashley Brichter
October 25, 2023 04:05 - 1 hourHave taken a childbirth education course or read books about the stages of labor? We are going to break away from the medical idea of dilation equally in the stages of labor and talk about it organically and flexibly to what the body is showing you during the stages. We’ll touch upon the behavior of the birthing person, sounds they may make, how they’re moving in their body, communication and if the labor projects have been stopped to a halt. It’s a great topic to think about who is in front ...
Postpartum Depletion with Maranda Bower
October 18, 2023 04:05 - 46 minutesLet's talk about the term "bouncing back" after birth. What does "bouncing back" truly mean? This term is often filled with so much shame, anxiety and depression. The postpartum period can be such an intense time for new parents. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies, we'll talk about the 5 key principles for healing after birth and what "bouncing back" can look like for you. We'll shed light on postpartum depletion and ways to support our body and mind during this challenging time. To have this con...
Is your baby hitting their developmental milestones? with Jackie Dolson-Shewchuk and Tricia Brown
October 11, 2023 04:05 - 49 minutesHave you been tracking your baby's progress? If I'm being honest when I first had my child, I was obsessed with making sure they hit their milestones. Remember, there is quite a range when it comes to this, but it's important to know when to seek help. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies, it's all about communication and speech milestones for your baby. We'll get into typical communication development, importance of gestures, everyday strategies to help facilitate communication, and what to do if yo...
An Open & Honest Talk About Postpartum Problems with Sarah Merrill
October 04, 2023 04:05 - 46 minutesParents, did you ever feel the pressure to "bounce back," fast after birth? Let's be real, the postpartum experience isn't always the one we imagine it to be. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies, I've invited Sarah Merrill. Sarah recounts her own experience of postpartum and journey into parenthood. She is an advocate for birth trauma awareness and shares a bit of her own birth trauma in this episode. Parenthood can come with a mental load. Sarah offers tips on how she moved through the mental load ...
Polyvagal Theory and Birth with Chantal Traub
September 27, 2023 04:05 - 56 minutesHave you ever thought about how your nervous system relates to birth? You can’t birth if you don’t feel safe. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies, we are going to talk about Polyvagal Theory and Birth. My guest approached me about this topic and I realized I didn’t know much about it. Excitedly, I did my own research and was amazed with what I discovered. Polyvagal Theory and Birth needs to be talked about more. It’s about our nervous systems being regulated. This makes so much sense about the impor...
Prenatal Stress, Anxiety and Depression with Kayce Hodos LMHC, PMH-C
September 20, 2023 07:05 - 46 minutesMy guess is you may have heard of the term PMAD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorder? PMAD does cover the whole experience of prenatal, postnatal and beyond. But most of the time when you think of PMAD, you think of what happens in postpartum. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies, I want to focus on prenatal stress, anxiety and depression. It is really an enormous change in people’s lives. A lot of the time people do experience this and may not even recognize it. After all, we often hear that in preg...
Caitilin’s Birth Story: Expecting the Unexpected
September 13, 2023 04:05 - 46 minutesWe’re back with one of my favorite kinds of podcast episodes, a community birth story. What is your initial point of view when it comes to birth stories? We often think about birth from movies, tv, family or friends, but it may not give the perspective of all the ways there are too birth. Because I appreciate different perspectives, I love getting to know our community members more and sharing their individual stories. This community member also practiced yoga at PYC, which helped her feel pr...
Preparing for a Positive Birth with Moran Liviani
September 06, 2023 04:05 - 52 minutesWhat does experiencing a positive birth mean to you? Birth can be really transformative to people and can also be traumatizing. On today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies, Moran Liviani shares how to prepare for a positive birth. Moran is a birth doula, hypnobirthing practitioner, and a placenta encapsulation specialist. A positive birth doesn’t mean it will look exactly how you envisioned and there’s no idealized way one should birth. A positive birth is about how you feel after the birth an...
Count the Kicks with Shawn Soumilas
August 30, 2023 07:02 - 34 minutes*TW: Stillbirth Feeling your baby kick for the first time can be an incredibly special moment for you and your family. Baby's kicks can feel different for every pregnant person from butterflies to the literal feeling of being kicked, but did you know that counting the kicks during your third trimester is a proven way to track both you and your baby's health? On today's episode of Yoga| Birth | Babies I speak with Count the Kicks ambassador Shawn Soumilas. We discuss the evidence based preve...
Navigating Pregnancy, Birth, and the Journey Into Parenthood through Yoga with Peloton Instructor Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts
August 23, 2023 09:43 - 41 minutesYoga can have a profound impact in a practitioner’s life on and off the mat. In today’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies I had the honor of chatting with internationally celebrated Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts (who you likely know from her yoga classes and meditations on Peloton) about her journey into motherhood and how the tools she explores on the mat have practical application in her life. In a conversation which truly covers everything this podcast is about (yoga, birth, and babies), Che...
Pushing Tips for Labor with Liz Wade & Shaina Brickner
August 16, 2023 04:01 - 48 minutesIf you're having a vaginal birth and it's time for that baby to make itself completely earthside, you have to get that baby out of your body through some form of pushing. The pushing phase of labor is often the portion of birth we see in movies and tv. Frequently we see a birthing person laying in a hospital bed crushing their partner's hand, screaming things like "Get this baby out of me." It doesn't seem particularly pleasant and might leave you wondering, is that what the pushing phase of ...
Stillbirth and Loss with Dvora Entin LCSW, PMH-C
August 09, 2023 04:05 - 53 minutesToday we're going to talk about riding the wave of grief. This episode is for those of you who are going through or supporting someone going through pregnancy and infant loss. To have this conversation I invited Devora Entin licensed clinical social worker specializing in perinatal and reproductive health onto today's episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies. We talk about riding the waves of grief, working through one's pain when suffering through this loss, and the importance of having conversatio...
Solo Parenting with Julia Karol
August 02, 2023 04:33 - 52 minutesWhat does “Family” mean to you? Today’s guest Julia Karol began to ask herself this question at the start of the pandemic. To get answers she turned to friends, family, neighbors, and experts. Along the way she found many answers and stumbled upon many variations of family. From alternative families, the family positivity movement, to solo parenting Julia was able to choose the path to a family that best suited her. In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with Stork’d host Julia Ka...
Music Therapy During Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum with Jamie Bendell
July 26, 2023 07:01 - 48 minutesYou’ve likely heard about birth playlists (you might even be creating one) or maybe you take your baby to a music class. While music can be inspiring and playful for your family, did you know there’s also science to show it can help your family bond and even help those dealing with depression. Today on Yoga| Birth | Babies we’re going to talk about something near and dear to my heart, Music. It has so many applications for pregnancy, birth, and beyond! To have this conversation I invited mus...
Steph's Birth Story: Taking Ownership Through Education & Preparation
July 19, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutesI feel like there are so many times people hear negative pregnancy and birth stories. Maybe someone goes past their due date or they’re a smaller body that has a bigger belly and they constantly hear “That’s a big baby!” or “oh you’re past your due date, or giving their opinions and it can absolutely influence how someone feels about themselves and their ability to give birth To counter all of that, today on Yoga| Birth |Babies we have a community birth story. This one is full of amazing gems...
Safer Than You Think: Pregnancy After 35 with Dr. Nicole Rankins OB/GYN
July 12, 2023 04:24 - 42 minutesDid you know that the number of babies born to first time parents in the US who are over 35 has been steadily increasing? I see countless parents in the PYC community (including myself) have their first child over 35. So why have we heard that it’s difficult and more dangerous to conceive after 35? What happens (or doesn’t happen) at 35 to the body and how might this affect your pregnancy and birth? To answer this question I invited Dr. Nicole Rankins back to Yoga|Birth |Babies. This is my t...
Birth Trauma with Kate McReynolds LMHC, PMH-C
July 05, 2023 06:49 - 44 minutesTwenty years ago I found a study that stated 1 out of 3 birthing parents experience birth trauma. It’s a pretty shocking statistic. As time has gone by, I wondered if the numbers had improved and perhaps we were seeing fewer parents experience traumatic birth? To answer this and take a deep dive into birth trauma, I invited Kate McReynolds LMHC owner of Root to Rise Counseling onto the podcast. Kate specializes in perinatal mental health and is a mother of two. She is down to earth and gives ...
The Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin
June 28, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutesWhen I heard about the new book The Yoga of Parenting, I knew I had to have author Sarah Ezrin as a guest here on Yoga| Birth| Babies! Now I promise this isn’t a book report, it’s a very lively conversation. I must say that I marked up my copy of this book with stars, highlights, circles, underlines, I resonated with so much. You’ll hear me use that word a lot in our conversation and I mean it, as I read this book something in my body started vibrating in resonance with Sarah’s words. Sarah...
The Benefits of Postpartum Doula Care with Valerie Trumbower
June 21, 2023 07:02 - 57 minutesYou’ve probably heard about labor support doulas, the people who help you during your birth, but did you know there are also doulas to help you after your baby is born? They’re called postpartum doulas and they’ll assist you, your family, and your baby. On today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I’m speaking with Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, and mother of three Valerie Trumbower all about postpartum doulas. Valerie guides us through the basics of what a postpartum doula is,...
Marisa's Birth Story: Grounded, Uninhibited, and Own Her Own Terms
June 14, 2023 05:24 - 53 minutesIf you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while you know that the birth stories are one of my favorite things to dive into. I think it’s so important to hear about different experiences. Many times we have an image of birth from movies, or our friends or sister, or even our own experience, and these stories can be limiting, scary, or even set unrealistic expectations about the possibilities of birth. This is why I feel it’s so important to hear many birth stories, following parents who’ve...
Creating A Safe, Parent Centered, Trauma Informed Birth with Mandy Irby
June 07, 2023 07:01 - 59 minutesIf you were to describe your ideal birth, I’m guessing that you would describe your care as centered and individualized for you and your family’s needs. Many of you would probably talk about trauma informed care, and more than anything I think everyone wants a safe birth. You probably wouldn’t describe being treated like a new car on an assembly line but did you know that the US hospital system follows procedures outlined by Toyota to streamline your experience? On today’s episode of Yoga| B...
The Benefits of Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy with Dr Elliot Berlin
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutesHave you ever wondered why some babies naturally go head down around 34 weeks and others don’t? Or why some births progress quicker than others? A lot of it has to do with what’s happening inside your body! For a variety of reasons there might be constrictions or imbalances limiting baby’s movement. Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies we’re taking a dive into understanding how chiropractic care works, how it benefits baby, pregnancy, and your body. As well as the Webster technique, what it is and ...
How To Lower Your Anxiety and End the Battle of Wills with Your Child with Olivia Bergeron
May 24, 2023 07:01 - 36 minutesIt’s 4:45pm on a beautiful spring day, as you walk past the playground you notice an exasperated mother force her wailing toddler into a stroller. Did you shudder as you walked past grateful this wasn’t you? Or maybe at times, it’s been you. To be perfectly honest with all of you, at times it’s been me. On today’s episode of Yoga| Birth | Babies we’re going to talk about anxiety and the need to control your child (or children). When I came across this topic from our guest, psychotherapist an...
Reconnecting with Your Partner After Baby with Ashley Mariani
May 17, 2023 09:47 - 52 minutesWe have a hot topic on the podcast today, sex after baby. For many couples this aspect of the relationship can be strained or even nonexistent. From birth trauma, to fear, pain, feeling uncomfortable in your body, or completely disconnected from your partner, postpartum sex is a complicated issue. To take on this issue, I invited Ashley Mariani MSW RSW onto today’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies. Ashley is a clinical social worker specializing in couple’s perinatal mental, emotional, and se...
Mother's Day Special: The Best of Motherhood (Part 1)
May 10, 2023 07:02 - 56 minutesSunday is Mother’s Day and we have a very special 2 part episode this week in celebration! In honor and gratitude to all of the mothers and mother figures in our community we put together an episode filled with insight and advice from some of my favorite episodes about motherhood. In this best of episode we talk about self care as a mother, finding community and friendship, avoiding burnout, and how to have a kid and a life. As a Mother’s Day bonus we have a 2nd episode dropping tomorrow! Tu...