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3 Big Mistakes Yoga Teachers Make with Pregnant Students!
Prenatal yoga is a wonderful way to strengthen, create mobility and learn coping skills needed for pregnancy and birth. But unless the teacher has a strong, specialized education in prenatal yoga (like the teachers here at PYC!) they may fall victim to some common mistakes.
Mothering
“Sitting the Month”, Honoring the First 40 Days of Postpartum with Dr. Lily Yu Gillespie
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the first 40 days after birth is honored by “sitting the month.” It’s a time of
May 12, 2021
Birth
The Secret to Preparing For Birth: Know Your Enneagram Type with Cortney Clegg and Stephanie King
We all have certain character traits that define our nature and help us predict how we will respond in different
May 5, 2021
Birth Stories
From Stage to Stroller and Back Again with Megan Fairchild
For the majority of people, pregnancy won’t cause your career to come to a screeching halt. Now imagine that your
April 28, 2021
Birth
Trust Your Body and Release Control During Pregnancy & Birth with Dr. Carly Snyder
During pregnancy and birth a certain level of anxiety is to be expected as much is unknown and many things
April 21, 2021
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Community Story: Balancing Birth, Family and Work with Rachel Nicks
“Beautiful things may be on the other side of fear and discomfort.” This is Mirror trainer, birth doula and prenatal
April 14, 2021
Mothering
Effective Strategies for Common Parenting Challenges with Dr. Heather Maguire
Parenting has been a very humbling experience. My children are incredible teachers showing me where I lack patience and need
April 7, 2021
Birth
Myths & Realities of Debated Pregnancy & Birth Topics with Dr. Shannon Clark
There are so many resources to gather information about pregnancy, labor and birth. How do you know what’s accurate and
March 31, 2021
Postpartum
Solutions for Breastfeeding Problems with Kelly Euperio
Sixty percent of new parents don’t breastfeed for as long as they intended, according to the CDC (Center for Disease
March 24, 2021
Mothering
Postpartum Story: The Birth of A Parent with Melissa Macleod
The birth of a child not only represents the start of a new life for the baby, but a new
March 17, 2021
Postpartum
Mom Burnout. Are We Failing Mothers? with Diana Spalding
It was a year ago this week, that the US shuttered by the force of COVID-19, leaving in it’s wake
March 10, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Pregnancy, Postpartum, Body Image and Disordered Eating with Catie Lynch
Watching one’s body change dramatically over a matter of months can feel disconcerting. Combine that with a history of disordered
March 3, 2021
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Accepting A Change of Plans with Caroline Williams
Sharing community birth stories offers an intimate connection between one parent and another. Sharing birth stories can be a form
February 24, 2021
Mothering
Introducing Anti-Racism to Your Kids with Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum
As parents, we aim to raise our children to be good people. Inclusive, respectful people that help move humanity forward.
February 17, 2021
Postpartum
Preparing the Pelvic Floor and “Core” for Pregnancy and Postpartum with Patricia Ladis
The term “core” is thrown around a lot in the fitness and yoga world. But what does it really mean?
February 10, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Birth Inequities in the US with Rhea Williams
The reality of birth inequities in the US is not merely an opinion; it is a fact. Women of color
February 3, 2021
Pregnancy
Preventing Birth Defects with Dr. Rahul Gupta
Birth defects, defined by the March of Dimes, are structural changes that affect one or more parts of the body
January 27, 2021
Mothering
Coping with a Colicky Baby with Jackie DelVecchio
Many pregnant people envision the early days of parenthood snuggled close with their new cooing baby. But, what happens when
January 20, 2021
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Having a Hospital Birth Using Hypnobabies with Cat Acquaviva
Community has always been a central part of the PYC methodology. We come together as a community to support one
January 13, 2021
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Scary Things Newborns Do That Are Totally Normal with Dr Tracey Agnese
If you haven’t spent a lot of time around a newborn some of their behaviors and habits may seem bizarre
January 6, 2021
Mothering
Life With A Newborn: Thriving And Surviving The First Weeks With Meema Spadola.
Frequently students return to class and express how blindsided they felt by the demands of the first few weeks of life
December 30, 2020
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Finding Birth Flow Within A Hospital Setting with Adriana Lozada.
Birth has so many unknowns including not fully knowing the scenario and care provider you will be encountering upon entering
December 23, 2020
Birth
Due Dates & Induction with Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins
Due dates, that looming day etched in your mind when your journey through pregnancy will come to an abrupt ending. But
December 16, 2020
Birth
Supporting Queer, Trans, Non-Binary Folks in Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum with Beth Hardy
In a world that often categorizes people and events in a binary manner, those who fall beyond the binary often
December 9, 2020
Postpartum
Healing From A Cesarean with Sara Reardon and Jessica Reale
Cesarean sections rank among the top surgical procedures given in the US. Currently, one third of American babies are born
December 2, 2020
Yoga
Being Transformed by Birth and Yoga with Mado Hesselink
In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies we dive into the topics I love most, yoga, birth and babies! Renowned yoga teacher,
November 25, 2020
Mothering
How to Overcome Mom Guilt, Martyr-Mode, and Perfectionism with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD
Why do so many mothers suffer from mom guilt, martyr-mode, and perfectionism? In this episode of Yoga | Birth |
November 18, 2020
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Environmental Health & Your Pregnancy with Dr. Aly Cohen
Did you know there are 90,000 chemicals that we are surrounded by, on a daily basis, that may impact your
November 11, 2020
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: Pregnancy As A Queer Person and Woman of Color
When Catalina reached out to share her birth story, I was struck by the powerful words she used to describe
November 4, 2020
Birth
Cesarean Birth with Dr. Marta Perez
How much time have you put into learning about a cesarean birth? What are factors that play a role in
October 28, 2020
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Healing from a Vaginal Birth with Morgan Michalowski
Birth in many respects is an ordeal for your body and mind. How much thought have you put into the
October 21, 2020
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Why Did No One Tell Me This?: The Doulas’ Honest Guide for Expectant Parents with Ash Spivak & Natalia Hailes
The transition into pregnancy, birth, and postpartum often comes with a steep learning curve. Many people come out the other
October 14, 2020
Yoga
The Psoas: Stabilizing Your Spine and Guiding Your Baby with Libby Hinsley, PT
Did you know, the psoas major (there are two of them, one on each side of your spine and pelvis)
October 7, 2020
Mothering
Mom Rage with Minna Dubin
It’s no surprise that with the amount of responsibilities and pressure mothers endure day after day that emotions may rise
September 30, 2020
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: A Fast, Primal and Confident Birth with Jenn Gross
Studies have shown that hearing positive birth stories can increase one’s confidence in their own upcoming birth. In this episode
September 22, 2020
Childbirth Education
The Peanut Ball and the Pelvis with Cheri Grant the “Peanut Ball Lady”
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Cheri Grant, also known world wide as the
September 16, 2020
Pregnancy
The Science of Covid & Its Effect on Pregnancy with Dr. Marta Perez
In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with board-certified OB-GYN and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Marta
September 9, 2020
Mothering
Raising Anti-Racist Kids and The Steps Parent Can Take to Start Important Conversations and Change with Dr Beverly Tatum
As parents, we aim to raise our children to be good people. Inclusive, respectful people that help move humanity forward.
September 1, 2020
Childbirth Education
Creating A Respectful and Collaborative Relationship With Your Care Providers & Hospital Staff with Chloe Lubell
Birthing people sometimes feel like they are going into a hospital setting needing to have their guard up to defend
August 26, 2020
Mothering
“Parenting As An Exhausted Parent” & How To Not Lose Your Cool With Your Kids! with Rachel Bailey
Sigh…exhaustion! As a parent, who isn’t exhausted at times? What parent struggles with not losing their cool with their kids
August 19, 2020
Childbirth Education
Lowering the Cesarean Rate with Dr. Neel Shah
If you knew there was a way to successfully lower cesarean rates and create a family-centered birth, would you be
August 12, 2020
Mothering
Navigating Toddler Tantrums and Meltdowns with Big Little Feelings Co-Founders Deena Margolin and Kristin Gallant
I have yet to meet a parent who hasn’t struggled through a child’s tantrum or other challenging moments. Wouldn’t it
August 5, 2020
Birth
Community Birth Story: Power, Surrender and Opening with Lina Lum
Sharing birth stories matters. It’s an opportunity to support and inspire one another during a transformative time. Each new parent
July 29, 2020
Postpartum
Navigating Constant Togetherness as Parents and Partners
During these unusual times, we are asking so much more of ourselves, our partners and our children. How much constant
July 21, 2020
Mothering
Development, Emotional, and Social Milestones with Nekole Eaton of Kids OT Help
Have you ever wondered what the appropriate milestones are for your baby? What is there to do if your child
July 14, 2020
Mothering
Baby-Led Weaning: When and How to Start Solids with Solid Starts founder Jenny Best
Part of parenting is learning through mistakes. Personally, I could write a book on the missteps I’ve taken despite thinking
July 8, 2020
Mothering
Making Work-Life Balance Easier with Lauren Smith Brody
Adjusting back to work has always been a concern for new parents. Today, in a time of a pandemic where
July 1, 2020
Childbirth Education
Babies After 35
A magic alarm does not go off and cripple your eggs the morning you turn 35 years old. But why
June 24, 2020
Birth Stories
Community Birth Story: How to Talk About Birth Trauma
This week on Yoga|Birth|Babies we’re taking a break from our expert lead interviews and focusing on a birth story from
June 17, 2020
Mothering
Ups and Downs in Motherhood with Dayna Kurtz
For the past few months, I’ve been gravitating towards the subject of motherhood devouring podcasts, books, and articles on the
June 10, 2020
Childbirth Education
Improving the Birth and Health Outcome for Black Moms and Babies
“There is a significant amount of evidence that shows that healthcare providers hold stereotypes based on a patient’s race, class,
June 3, 2020
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