Newborn and sleep specialist Marisa Rodriquez shares strategies to promote healthy sleep habits.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Gentle ways to build healthy sleep patterns with your baby
• Mindfulness techniques that promote newborn development and sleep
• Common mistakes that can negatively affect baby’s sleep patterns
• Tips for how to balance your sleep with newborn sleep

Trigger warning: gendered language

You can learn more about Marisa’s work at:

Website: www.luxebabycare.com

Instagram: @luxebabycare

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Resources mentioned:

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

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Does the evidence show perineal massage is effective at preventing tearing? We are going to review the research and share if it’s worth it to spend time to do perineal massage to reduce tearing.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• What mindsets can impact our labor
• The 5 things that can cause labor to slow down
• What to do when things have slowed down

Don’t forget to check out the blog post

Resources mentioned:

>> Episode 01. Most effective way to reduce labor pain and prepare for a positive birth experience

>> Episode 54. Is It Safe to Eat and Drink During Labor? Unpacking the Evidence and Controversy

>> ACOG’s Update for Labor Arrest

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

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What so you need on your registry that will leave you feeling prepared for your newborn? Today we are joined be Kaitlin McGreyes, founder of BeHerVillage who is changing the narrative about how we prepare for parenthood and how being intentional about how we create our baby registry can make all the difference.

We will cover:

• Biggest mistakes most people make when making their baby registries
• How to prepare your family for the transition of parenthood
• Essentials families should add to their registry
• How to get started with creating a registry that will work for you

You can learn more about Be Her Village and Kaitlin’s work at:

Website: https://behervillage.com/

Instagram: @behervillage

TikTok: @behervillage

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Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Ideal Registry Quiz and Personalized Guide

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class *you can add it to your registry! ;)

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Does the evidence show perineal massage is effective at preventing tearing? We are going to review the research and share if it’s worth it to spend time to do perineal massage to reduce tearing.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• An overview of the tear types and recovery
• What is perineal massage
• Whether perineal massage reduces the chances of tearing

Trigger warning: perineal tears, episiotomy, sexual assault

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Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

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Energy blockages can impact your ability to conceive. Carolina Sotomayor shares how reiki healing can complement fertiliy treatments to heal the womb and conceive more easily.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Establishing emotional safety in order to heal
• How to identify when you’re making fear based decisions
• What reiki is and how it works
• How connecting with your emotions can help deepen your connection with your womb
• Common imbalances that can lead to infertility
• The power of shadow work and curiosity in healing the womb

Trigger warning: gendered language

You can learn more about Carolina’s work at:

Website: www. carolinasotomayor.com

Email: hello@carolinasotomayor.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/thecarolinasotomayor/

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@thecarolinasotomayor

Don’t forget to check out the blog post

Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

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Feeling Overwhelmed with Birth Prep? You’re Not Alone!

Preparing for birth can feel like an avalanche of information—books, videos, classes, social media, and unsolicited advice seem to come from all directions. Many pregnant people feel torn between wanting to know everything and feeling paralyzed by the sheer amount of information available.

In this week’s podcast episode, I shared actionable steps to help you prepare for birth without drowning in a sea of information. The goal is to make you feel calm, confident, and ready for labor—without the stress.

Don’t forget to check out the blog post

Resources mentioned:

>> Discover Your Ideal Baby Registry QUIZ

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

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From IVF, to connecting with an egg donor, to dealing with challenges in pregnancy, Danielle shares the ups and downs of her journey of concieving her daughter at age 45. She offers amazing insights to mindset shifts that lead to empowerment among the most challenging moments.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Mindset shifts that helped through a 5 year fertility journey
• Finding providers who will partner with you authentically
• Creating boundaries with friends and family through the journey
• Dealing with challenging test results during pregnancy
• Addressing birth fears and stigma around cesarean birth
• Creating an intentional induction plan
• Embracing change during labor

Trigger warning: mention of sexual assault

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Check out Danielle Day’s blog Warrior by Day

Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

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Choosing where you give birth is one of the most crucial decisions you'll make in your birth journey. It's easy to make choices based on convenience or recommendations, but what if those decisions are founded on outdated or incomplete information? In this episode, we will uncover the real factors you should consider when selecting a hospital or birth location to ensure a positive and empowering birth experience.

In this episode, we dive into the following:

• Why your choice REALLY matters
• Understadning the role of hospital culture and policy
• Key considerations when selecting a hospital for your birth

Trigger warning: discussion of coercion during pregnancy and labor

Don’t forget to check out the blog post

Resources mentioned:

>> FREE Clear Your Birth Fears Guide

>> A Path to A Powerful Birth Class

>> FREE WORKSHOP: 3 Essentials for Having an Empowering Birth

>> Episode 56: 4 Ways to Avoid Coercion and have a Empowering Pregnancy and Birth

>> Episode 48: Is Your Due Date Wrong? How An Incorrect Due Date Can Impact Your Birth

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice.