YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
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The Story Behind the PYC Method: A Conversation with Deb & Phoebe
What makes the Prenatal Yoga Center Teacher Training so unique? In this special episode, Deb sits down with PYC graduate and mentor Phoebe to explore
Birth Stories
Community Birth Stories with Lauren Seidman
An article from Midwifery Today sited a study concluding “Participants who read positive, empowering birth stories reported an average of
September 5, 2018
Childbirth Education
Reducing Unnecessary Cesarean Birth With Dr. Neel Shah
This week we’re continuing to revisit a few of my must listen to episodes! This is such an important issue
August 23, 2018
Childbirth Education
Labor Induction with Dr. Rachel Reed
Summer fun is calling, and I am taking some time off of recording new podcasts to be with my family.
August 15, 2018
Birth
Birth With Confidence
“All birthing people will face a crisis of confidence at some point during a physiological labor.” This one powerful discussion
August 8, 2018
Postpartum
Sex During Pregnancy & Postpartum with The V Club
Navigating a satisfying sex life with your partner during pregnancy and postpartum can be a bit challenging for many. Fear
August 2, 2018
Birth Stories
Community Birth Stories: Getting Past A Bumpy Start with Soul Camp’s Michelle Goldblum
Not every entrance into parenthood is easy and joyful with a soundtrack of birds singing blissfully as you walk carefree
July 25, 2018
Mothering
Matrescence
Matrescence, a seldom heard word that names the shift into motherhood, stemming from the word, adolescence. Funny that the metamorphosis into adolescence
July 18, 2018
Mothering
Motherhood & Identity
The day your child is born, you assume a completely new persona and identity. Many grapple with this shift from
July 11, 2018
Yoga
Meditation with Arden Martin of The Spring Meditation
Reducing stress and depression, increasing self awareness and happiness are just some of the amazing benefits of mediation. In this
June 20, 2018
Mothering
Nanny 101 with Christa Nader of Kith & Kin
Once the dust settles on the new expansion to your family, plans may need to be considered about child care
June 13, 2018
Birth
Epidural 101 with Dr. Claire Sandberg
An epidural is a very familiar term for most, but how much knowledge do people have about it? In this
June 10, 2018
Birth Stories
Community Birth Stories with Kristina Podsiadly
Within the hustle and bustle of NYC, it is essential to find community and support, especially for a new parent.
June 2, 2018
Childbirth Education
Finding the Support You Need in Birth
In this episode of Yoga |Birth |Babies, I speak with Stephanie Heintzeler, midwife, doula, and IBCLC. Stephanie’s vast experience as
May 20, 2018
Mothering
What Do You Really Need For Baby?
Baby stuff everywhere! Why does it feel like having a baby comes with so much equipment and accessories? Have you
May 12, 2018
Yoga | Birth | Babies
All About Breastfeeding’s Lori Isenstadt
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with IBCLC, Lori Isenstadt, from the podcast, All About
May 6, 2018
Mothering
Racial Disparity and its Effect on Breastfeeding and Infant Mortality
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with accomplished author, health psychologist and International Board Certified
April 25, 2018
Birth
VBAC Facts Founder Jen Kamel
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with the founder of VBAC Facts, Jen Kamel. Jen
April 18, 2018
Mothering
Navigating Breastfeeding at Work
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with author and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Nancy
April 7, 2018
Birth Stories
Community Birth Stories with Emeline Foster
Today on Yoga| Birth|Babies I speak with PYC community member, Emeline Foster. Emeline is a second time mother who openly
April 2, 2018
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Common Sense Pregnancy with Jeanne Faulkner RN
In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I have the pleasure of speaking with Jeanne Faulkner R.N. Jeanne initially wrote
March 21, 2018
Mothering
Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders with Paige Bellenbaum of the Motherhood Center
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with licensed social worker and Program Director of the
March 7, 2018
Postpartum
Pelvic Liberation with Leslie Howard
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with internationally-acclaimed yoga educator and pelvic floor specialist, Leslie
March 1, 2018
Mothering
Crunchy Radish founder Miranda Hammer on Nutrition for the New Mama
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with founder of the CrunchyRadish.com, registered dietitian, and natural
February 20, 2018
Mothering
“Our Babies, Ourselves” Author Dr. Meredith Small
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with anthropologist, Dr. Meredith Small, about how our biology, culture and
February 14, 2018
Yoga
Teaching Prenatal Yoga with Deb Flashenberg, Founder of the Prenatal Yoga Center
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I take off my interviewer hat and become the guest speaker!
February 8, 2018
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
For the Love of Babies: Life in the NICU author Dr. Sue Hall
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with neonatologist and social worker, Dr Sue Hall about
January 30, 2018
Birth Stories
Community Birth Stories with Bridget Tichar
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies” we’re sharing an inspirational birth story from our community. Today’s guest
January 23, 2018
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Life After Loss, A Story of Miscarriage and Moving Forward
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies” Dr. Michelle Canarick and I have an intimate discussion of loss,
January 16, 2018
Mothering
Preparing Your Finances for Baby with Amy Brackett CFA
Did you know it will cost a middle-income couple slightly more than $245,000 to raise a child born in 2013
January 5, 2018
Yoga | Birth | Babies
Pre & Postpartum Fertility with The 5th Vital Sign
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with 5th Vital Sign’s co-founders, Emily Varnam and Kelsey
December 15, 2017
Childbirth Education
Informed & Implied Consent in Maternity Care with Cristen Pascucci
Did you know you can refuse routine interventions and ask for more clarification on the risks and benefits of these
December 7, 2017
Mothering
Taking Charge of Postpartum Health with Dr. Debra Bingham
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with founder and Executive Director of the Institute for
November 27, 2017
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Dr. Harvey Karp: “The Happiest Baby on the Block”
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with pediatrician and author of the bestselling book, The Happiest
November 12, 2017
Mothering
Big Beings, Little Body: The New Parenting Paradigm with Carrie Contey PhD
Today on “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with internationally recognized coach, author, speaker and educator, Carrie Contey. Carrie
November 4, 2017
YOGA | BIRTH | BABIES Podcast
Infertility with Dr. Brahma of Prelude Fertility
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Reproductive Endocrinologist and Fertility Specialist, Dr Pavna Brahma.
October 28, 2017
Mothering
“The Big Let Down” author Kimberly Seals Allers
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with journalist and author of the book, The Big
October 13, 2017
Birth
Community Birth Story: Chantal Eder
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with new mother and yoga teacher, Chantal Eder. We
October 6, 2017
Birth
Minisode: Preparing for Your Birth
This week on “Yoga | Birth | Babies” I wanted to talk to you about preparing for birth. As a
September 22, 2017
Birth Stories
“Does This Pregnancy Make Me Look Fat?” Author Claire Mysko
In this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I speak with author of the book, “Does This Pregnancy Make
September 16, 2017
Birth
Technocratic, Holistic, and Humanistic Birth with Robbie Davis-Floyd
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with world-renowned medical anthropologist, international speaker and researcher in
September 16, 2017
Postpartum
Belly Binding with Lindsey Vestal of The Functional Pelvis
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with owner and founder of the The Functional Pelvis,
August 25, 2017
Birth Stories
Lori McAlister founder of Sequencology & Mother of 2
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies I speak with acclaimed yoga educator, founder of Sequencology, and mother
August 18, 2017
Mothering
The Fifth Trimester with Lauren Smith Brody
On this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with author and 5th Trimester Movement founder, Lauren Smith
August 12, 2017
Birth
Plus Size Pregnancy with Bebo Mia founders Bianca Sprague & Natasha Marchand
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Bebo Mia founders, Bianca Sprague and Natasha Marchand. Bianca, Natasha
August 4, 2017
Birth
Turning Pain to Power with Debra Pascali Bonaro
I wanted to re-visit one of my favorite episodes this week. Early on, in the life of Yoga | Birth
July 28, 2017
Mothering
Preparing for Your 2nd and Beyond! with ‘You Plus 2 Parenting’ founder Rachel Cedar
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with founder and creator of You Plus 2 Parenting,
July 21, 2017
Mothering
The New York Milk Bank with Julie Bouchet-Horwitz, FNP, IBCLC
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with founder of the The New York Milk Bank, Julie
July 14, 2017
Pregnancy
Fertility, Pregnancy, Motherhood and Stress with Dr. Alice Domar
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with fertility specialist and executive director of the Domar
July 7, 2017
Birth
Pain for a Purpose in Childbirth with Dr. Judith Lothian
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with author and Lamaze Program Co-Director, Dr. Judith Lothian.
June 30, 2017
Birth
Labor Variations: Prodromal Labor, Back Labor, and Precipitous Birth with Sharon Muza
On this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Lamaze Teacher, labor support doula, and international speaker
June 10, 2017