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Why Strength Training Belongs in Prenatal Yoga
To support alignment, ease common pregnancy discomforts, and help students feel strong and comfortable throughout pregnancy, we bust the myth that prenatal yoga is just about stretching—instead, we embrace strength-building as a key part of our classes.
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: An Empowering Hospital Birth with Arlynn Villanueva
Today we have one of my favorite kinds of podcast episodes, we have a community birth story. I love hearing
August 24, 2022
Postpartum
PPA/PPD Medication and Breastfeeding with Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell
Taking medication while breastfeeding, even taking something as common as Tylenol can be controversial. So what about parents on or
August 10, 2022
Postpartum
Breastfeeding In the First Week of A Baby’s Life with Andrea Syms-Brown IBCLC
What does breastfeeding look like in the first week of a baby’s life? Sometimes as new parents we keep thinking
August 3, 2022
Pregnancy
Surviving the First Trimester with Francesca Cervero
The first trimester, wow. It can be a bear for some of us. I know my first trimesters were rough,
July 27, 2022
Postpartum
Overnight Postpartum Doula Care with Kristin Revere
When I was pregnant with my first, instead of asking for clothes, onesies, and all of the stuff babies come
July 20, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: An Accidental VBAC with Sydney Mulligan
This episode is one of my favorite things we do on the podcast, share community birth stories. We have different
July 13, 2022
Postpartum
Shining Light On PMADs with Nancy Layish LCSW
Did you know that one in five new parents and pregnant folks have a PMAD (Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorder)?
July 6, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
How Does Hypermobility Affect Your Pregnant Body? with Libby Hinsley PT
Did you know that mobility and flexibility increase in the pregnant body? And that this “borrowed flexibility” lingers in the
June 26, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
How Hospital Policy Can Affect Your Birth with Melissa Chappell
Do you know how long you’ll be allowed to push at your upcoming birth experience? Or what position(s) you can
June 21, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Community Birth Story: A Rapid Home Birth with Maya Kaough
Today we have a community birth story. I love getting to know our community members better. Oftentimes they’re people I’ve
June 15, 2022
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Nurturing Your Baby’s Brain with Greer Kirshenbaum PhD
Did you know that early caregiving experiences can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety, and addiction in adulthood? From
June 8, 2022
Childbirth Education
Induction: Yes, Maybe, or No? with Marley Hall
Inductions occur for a variety of reasons, sometimes they’re wanted and medically necessary but sometimes expectant parents feel like they’re
June 1, 2022
Childbirth Education
Newborn Procedures Explained with Dr. Tracey Agnese
Close your eyes and think about what you hope the first moments after your baby is born will be. You
May 25, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Surrendering to the Unexpected with Hannah Weaver
I love community birth stories. I think it’s fantastic to hear about a variety of different birth experiences, maybe something
May 18, 2022
Yoga | Birth | Babies
How Much Does It Cost To Have A Baby In The US? with Dr. Ashley Burkman
Having a baby is expensive, but how much does it really cost? Even with insurance supporting you, there can be
May 11, 2022
Mothering
Mother’s Day Special: The Best Of Motherhood (Part 2)
Welcome back for part 2 of our Mother’s Day Special! Over the years I have had the honor of speaking
May 5, 2022
Mothering
Mother’s Day Special: The Best of Motherhood (Part 1)
Sunday is Mother’s Day and we have a very special 2 part episode this week in celebration! In honor and
May 4, 2022
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Does a Cesarean Birth “Save Your Vagina” & Other Myths Busted with Dr. Janelle Howell
I’m so happy that the pelvic floor is finally getting its moment to shine. This incredibly important set of muscles
April 27, 2022
Postpartum
Healing From A Cesarean: What It’s Like and How To Optimize Your Healing With Sara Reardon And Jessica Reale
April is Cesarean Awareness month, and since roughly one third of American Babies are born this way I thought this
April 20, 2022
Birth
What’s It Like To Heal From A Vaginal Birth? with Morgan Michalowski
As expectant parents we spend so much time preparing for birth and life with a baby, often we forget about
April 13, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Processing a Fast Birth with Alisone Bonafos
If you could choose between a short, fast labor or a long, slow labor, I’m guessing you would choose short
April 6, 2022
Mothering
Newborn and Childhood Vaccinations with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple
The vaccination schedule for your baby can feel daunting. It also may seem a little strange, you might wonder why
March 30, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Why We MUST Talk About How We Really Feel About Parenting with Rachel Bailey
Parenting. Let’s talk about it. Whether your child is 6 days or 6 years old parenting can lead to a
March 23, 2022
Yoga | Birth | Babies
How To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea Brennan
Having a baby is expensive! So, how can we prepare for the expected and unexpected costs that come with having
March 16, 2022
Childbirth Education
Tearing Versus An Episiotomy with Dr. Heather Jeffcoat
You may have heard it’s easier to repair a straight and even cut as opposed to a jagged tear from
March 9, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Understanding Attachment and Bonding with Your Baby with Bethany Warren, LCSW, PMH-C
Meeting your baby for the first time is love at first sight right? For many of us, this isn’t the
March 2, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Home Birth with Erin Amato
Community birth stories are incredibly special. Not only is it an honor to be a part of your journey in
February 23, 2022
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Group B Strep (GBS): What Is It & What If I Have It? With Dr. Tara M. Randis
Did you know that 1 in 4 pregnant people carry Group B Strep (GBS)? You might be wondering why we
February 16, 2022
Yoga | Birth | Babies
How Stress Affects Your Pelvic Floor with Hayley Kava PT, MPT
If speaking in front of a group of people, taking an exam, or being in a new place ever left
February 9, 2022
Mothering
Containerize Your Life & Create More Time with Rachel Nielson
I don’t know about you, but as a parent I’m busy! It seems there’s never enough time in the day
February 1, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Twin Birth with Jenny Campbell
Birth stories can be an incredibly powerful tool to prepare for your upcoming birth experience. As we learn in today’s
January 26, 2022
Mothering
Supporting Formula Fed Babies & Parents with Dr. Bridget Young
There is so much information about supporting breastfeeding right now, particularly on social media. With its current popularity as something
January 19, 2022
Birth
Know Your Options: Pain Meds During Labor with Rachel Salem CRNA
No matter which way you may be leaning in terms of pain meds during labor, it’s important to know all
January 11, 2022
Mothering
Shame Proof Parenting with Mercedes Samudio, LCSW
For those who have sweat through your child having a full on meltdown in the middle of Target. For those
January 4, 2022
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: A Tale of Two Births: One Cesarean and One Vaginal with Meredith Raucher Sisson
In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, Meredith Raucher Sisson, shares her story of two very different births; neither one “better” than
December 29, 2021
Postpartum
Postpartum Hormones Explained With Aviva Romm M.D.
Throughout pregnancy, your hormones are surging. Your estrogen is up 1000 fold, progesterone has increased 10 fold and relaxin is now present.
December 22, 2021
Mothering
Managing Tantrums According To Science with Dr. Cindy Hovington
Nobody likes when their child has a melt down. Wouldn’t you like to have a better understanding of what triggers
December 15, 2021
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Breech Baby, Cesarean Birth with Christa Nader
Imagine teaching prenatal yoga for years and envisioning how your birth will unfold. Then learning that your baby is breech
December 8, 2021
Postpartum
Diastasis Recti and the Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sarah Duvall
Diastasis recti and the pelvic floor have fortunately become part of the conversation in prenatal and postpartum wellness. With knowledge
December 1, 2021
Mothering
Am I More Than A Parent? with Katherine “Kat” Casey
Have you ever looked at an old picture of yourself before kids and thought about how much your life has
November 24, 2021
Childbirth Education
Babies, Birth Flow And Balance The Spinning Babies® Way with Gail Tully
I recently returned the Spinning Babies Parent Educator Training and have been so inspired by the work that I wanted
November 17, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
The Importance of Postpartum Education with Dr. Jane Shomof
As a childbirth educator, I am thrilled that I see so many people putting thoughtful effort into learning about their
November 10, 2021
Birth
Getting the Support You Need Throughout Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum with Jada Shapiro
Did you know that the memory of your birth and your satisfaction with it directly correspond to how you perceive
November 3, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Do Yoga & Nutrition Increase Your Chances of Getting Pregnant? with Kendra Tolbert
How much have you thought about preparing your body for conception? Did you know that you can boost your fertility
October 27, 2021
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Unexpected Cesarean with Elisa Galassi
Back in July, at 37 weeks pregnant, Elisa, attended my prenatal yoga class in which we spoke of the importance
October 20, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Is Our Healthcare System Failing Pregnant People & Those Trying to Conceive? with Nathalie Walton
It is a privilege to have quality perinatal health care and assistance in conceiving. Unfortunately, due to a myriad of
October 13, 2021
Birth Stories
The Importance of Sharing Your Birth Story with Bryn Huntpalmer
For many years, before formalized childbirth education class, knowledge of birth was transferred to expectant parents through birth stories from
October 5, 2021
Yoga
Understanding Trauma Informed Yoga as a Student and Teacher with Taylor Wray
More than half of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their lives. Up to 45% of new parents
September 29, 2021
Birth
Having A Baby After 35 with Dr. Shannon Clark
There’s a lot of fear surrounding age and pregnancy. It’s as if awakening on your 35th birthday renders you conceptionally
September 21, 2021
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Exploring Your Choices In Childbirth with Kate Meredith
Pregnancy and new parenthood are often isolating and people are feeling it now more than ever. This is one of
September 15, 2021
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Why Strength Training Belongs in Prenatal Yoga
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Birth Story: Trusting Your Gut with Paige Host
July 7, 2025
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