With her oldest turning 4 this week, Liz reflects on what she would do differently in her past births. As she continually learns as a doula, there are a few changes she would make in hindsight.
Read MoreSpenser Brassard is a fertility expert, coach, popular podcast host, and author of the new book, Fertile Ground: A Mind-Body Approach to Getting Pregnant Without it Taking Over Your Life. She is the creator of Fertility Mind-Body Mastery, a program that shows women how to harness the power of the mind-body connection that replaces restriction with expansion and shame
with compassion. 70% of the women who work with Spenser get pregnant within one year, and those who don’t get pregnant (yet) are living happier, more fulfilling lives.
Not only is getting pregnant and having healthy children more difficult than it was for our parents’ generation, reproductive anxiety is also on the rise. Alexandria's approach to pre-pregnancy wellness is revolutionary. She suggests preparing for pregnancy with the same level of dedication and planning as one would for a wedding.
Read MoreStacey Phillips is an energy healer passionate about helping others heal through releasing trapped emotions in the body. Trapped emotions in the body can be tied to mental health, physical health, organ function, energy and relationships.
Read MoreIn this insightful interview, we sit down with Dr. Bill Chun, a highly experienced OBGYN with over three decades of practice in the Greater Boston Area. Dr. Chun’s extensive career, which spans the delivery of hundreds of babies and over 200,000 patient interactions, provides him with a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on women’s health.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what to look for in a prenatal? Ryan Woodbury is the cofounder of Needed, an amazing company that is changing the prenatal game. She answers all of your questions this episode about what to look for in a prenatal, what to avoid, and what to add in supplementation.
Through navigating her fertility and nutrition journey, she realized most prenatal nutrition information and products fall far short of empowering real nourishment for mamas-to-be. Needed empowers women to meet their biochemical nutritional needs, and to find nourishment beyond nutrition through better products, better identification of nutrition needs, education and community to support nourishment beyond nutritional needs alone.
Meagan Heaton is the co-founded the VBAC Link in 2018. She really found her love for birth in 2014 after her second C-Section, and since has supported over 300 couples as a birth doula. Meagan's passion for VBAC started after her own experiences. She had two C-sections and then went on to have a VBA2C. Her drive is to help women like herself feel educated, supported, and empowered during their birthing time.
Read MoreWhat happens when you and your partner are not on the same when if comes to the number of kids you want to have? Liz and Vito are answering questions and sharing stories from listeners on how they decided on their family size. They also share where they are at and if they want more kids or not.
Read MoreIn this episode, my friend Elizabeth Parsons shares her incredible story of a surprise twin homebirth. She discusses the unexpected journey, the support of her midwife, and how she navigated the experience with strength and trust. Tune in for an inspiring and empowering tale of resilience and home birth.
Read MoreLet’e discuss how to convince your husband to consider a home birth. Joined by a midwife, we share insights on addressing common concerns, debunking myths, and exploring the benefits of home births. From building trust to fostering open communication, this episode provides valuable tips for couples navigating their birth choices. Tune in for expert advice, real-life experiences, and practical steps to make an informed decision about your birthing plan.
Read MoreIn this episode, we dive into the topic of high induction rates during the holiday season and discuss how to avoid unnecessary inductions.
I explore the pressures that can lead to early deliveries and share practical tips for expectant parents to navigate this busy time, advocate for their birth preferences, and ensure a safe, natural birth experience.
Whether you're planning for a holiday baby or simply want to stay informed, this episode is a must-listen!
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