Birth, Baby! | Guidance for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Parenting

In today’s episode we will talk to Jes Gannon and discuss what a postpartum doula does and doesn't do. We'll also talk about the difference between a night nanny/night nurse and a postpartum doula. Tune in to hear how a postpartum doula can help you.Jes Gannon is a mama of two daughters, passionate homeschooler, and dedicated Postpartum Doula. She is also a Newborn & Postpartum Care Educator, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and Parenting Coach. Jes brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to support families during the transformative journey of parenthood. Her commitment to supporting healthy development in both newborns and parents shines through her in her work. Jes is an invaluable resource for those seeking nurturing guidance and support on their parenting journey.Website: www.EmpoweredBeginningsATX.comInstagram: @jesgannon_doulaPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Today we’re talking to Danielle about the birth of her daughter and her surrogacy journey. She opens up about the process of deciding to become a surrogate, all that goes into the IVF process, traveling to receive medical procedures, and the birth and postpartum experience. Danielle is mother to her daughter & 3 stepsons as well as an entrepreneur. She and her husband have a handyman/carpet cleaning business & she recently started her own guidance business providing card readings, life guidance sessions, and reiki energy healing treatments. She is passionate about healing, growth, self-improvement, and helping herself and others reclaim their power. The next certification she is working on is her doula certification. She looks forward to providing a unique doula service incorporating reiki energy healing, card reading, and intuitive guidance into her practice. Danielle is dedicated to helping women reclaim their power to give birth naturally and without unnecessary interventions. She believes it is her mission in life to spread healing & light to as many people as she can and help us all to remember that the answers we are searching for are already within us.Website: www.magicmoonandme.comInstagram: @‌magicmoonandmeFacebook, Google, Yelp: The Magic, The Moon, & Me GuidanceOffer for listeners: mention BIRTHBABY for 10% off a card reading session or reiki energy healing treatment.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!This episode is sponsored by Stork. Check out their incredible luxury prenatal retreat this fall. http://www.storkatx.com/retreat Be sure to mention BIRTH, BABY! at checkout for $200 off. Hurry! Space is limited!

We already covered the golden hour from the parent’s perspective, so today we’re going to talk about what it is and what it looks like from the baby’s perspective. The important things to remember, the medications that may be offered, and why skin to skin is so important.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Let’s talk about the golden hour! We’re going to talk about what it is and what it looks like from the parents' perspective. What will that first hour look like? What medications are offered, what procedures are done, and what should you be looking out for? There will be an episode that follows this where we go into the golden hour from the baby’s perspective.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Today we have Naiomi Catron with us to talk about a couple of warnings you need to know before ordering a breast pump! It’s important to know how to navigate using your lactation benefits with your insurance so you’re not caught by surprise!Naiomi Catron, R.N., IBCLC, is a compassionate professional with a decade of experience in maternal and newborn care. As both a highly skilled Labor & Delivery Nurse and an accomplished International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), she excels in providing exceptional support to new parents during their transformative journey into parenthood.Naiomi's commitment to nurturing the health and well-being of mothers and newborns led her to establish the thriving multi-provider private practice, Milk Diva, based in Austin, TX. Under her guidance, Milk Diva has expanded its offerings to include a comprehensive range of services, encompassing Lactation Consultation, Infant & Toddler Nutrition, and Chiropractic care.She has not only been a source of unwavering support but has also built and trained a team of extremely qualified professionals who share her same passion for families. Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Naiomi has received prestigious awards, including the Daisy and HumanCare awards, highlighting her dedication to exemplary patient care. Her two Austin Birth Awards are a testament to her unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding and equitable care to all families. With Naiomi and her expert team, parents can trust they are in caring and capable hands during their parenthood journey.Naiomi and her team can be found:Podcast called The Boob Business Podcast with Milk Diva at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1885195IG https://www.instagram.com/milk_diva/FB https://www.facebook.com/MilkDivaAustin/https://www.milkdiva.comAnd you are also invited to grab our free Newborn Feeding Cheatsheet here -> https://www.milkdiva.com/newborn-feeding.htmlPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

On today’s episode we’re talking with Jess and Emily of Moontower Midwifery. They are two of the three midwives of the newest midwifery practice in Austin, Texas. They have low intervention rooms located inside of St. David’s North Austin Medical Center. We can’t wait to have them share ALL the information about their new practice here in Austin.Moontower Midwifery Website: www.http://moontowermidwifery.com Email: moontowermidwifery@gmail.comInstagram: @moontowermidwiferyPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

On today's episode we talk about placenta encapsulation with Peggy Garcia. Peggy is a wife, mother of six children, and the owner of BeLoved Doula Care in Austin, Texas. She is a birth and postpartum doula, lactation counselor, and placenta specialist. Join us as she shares the ins and out of placenta use and consumption. If you have any questions for Peggy or want to learn more about her services, you can find her in the following places!Email: beloveddoulacare@gmail.comWebsite: www.beloveddoulacare.comPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

In today’s episode, Andrea shares her night and day birth stories with us. An unnecessary induction turned cesarean to a redemptive VBAC, she tells us about the journey of growing her family. Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

There are many options for pain management in labor. Today we will talk about those options in different birthing locations.SummaryIn this episode, Ciarra and Samantha discuss pain management options during labor in different birthing locations. They cover various methods such as having a doula, using water therapy, taking sleep aids, and utilizing movement and positioning. They also explore the use of nitrous oxide in birth centers and the benefits and risks of IV pain medications and epidurals in hospitals. The hosts emphasize the importance of having a birth plan, being flexible, and having a supportive birthing team.TakeawaysThere are various pain management options available during labor in different birthing locations.Having a doula can provide support and assistance with comfort measures and positioning.Water therapy, such as using a birthing pool or shower, can help alleviate pain.Sleep aids like Unisom or Benadryl may be recommended by midwives to help with rest during early labor.Movement and positioning can be effective in managing pain throughout labor.Nitrous oxide is an option for pain relief in some birth centers.IV pain medications can provide temporary relief but may have side effects and can increase the risk of cesarean.Epidurals are considered the gold standard in pain management but come with risks and may require additional interventions.Having a birth plan and being flexible are important in navigating pain management options.A supportive birthing team is crucial in helping individuals make informed decisions and providing the necessary support during labor.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!
(00:00) - Introduction
(00:41) - Overview of Pain Management Options
(01:22) - The Role of Doulas
(15:16) - Understanding IV Pain Medications
(35:01) - Importance of Birth Plans and Flexibility
(36:18) - Building a Supportive Birthing Team
(37:25) - Conclusion

Welcome back to Birth, Baby! In today's episode we will talk about what pelvic floor therapy is and how to know if you need it.Our guest today is Dr. Emily Murray. Dr. Emily is a physical therapist specializing in the treatment of pelvic floor disorders. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2013. Since that time, she has enjoyed being a constant learner in her field. She has an extensive history including treatment of low back and neck pain, pelvic floor disorders, pediatric disorders, performance testing, and treatment of orthopedic conditions. Dr. Emily has a passion for helping clients achieve lasting relief from the symptoms they are experiencing.Website: http://www.pillarphysio.com/Email: emily@pillarphysio.comSocial Media:TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook @pillarphysioPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!