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The Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Michal Melamed, DoulaIn this episode I chat with Michal Melamed, veteran doula, who reminds us that the main preparation for birth is to expect the unexpected!FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworkers Directory PodcastEach...
2026-02-1521 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Hanna Amouyal, DoulaIn this interview I chat with Hanna Amouyal, doula in the Jerusalem area. We talk about how important it is to believe you are the person meant to birth in this moment, to surround yourself with the love and support that will help you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and to trust birth as your teacher. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+...
2026-02-0834 min
Body-Led BreastfeedingEp. 19: Dissecting Two Articles About Tongue Anatomy (Or: What Does a Posterior Tongue Tie Even Mean?)BodyLedBreastfeeding.comGet a little geeky with Adina and Ellen as we break down two 2019 groundbreaking tongue dissection articles by Mills et al. We're going to talk all about the floor of the mouth anatomy, posterior tongue ties, fascia vs mucosa, and how does this become clinically relevant to lactation practices even before we have scientific consensus?Stay curious and keep changing your mind!Body-Led Breastfeeding Foundations Workshop starts February 11th! Sign up hereArticles Cited:Defining...
2026-02-0234 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 18: The 3 Types of Infant Suck - Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the suck supports during breastfeeding and bottle feeding we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go: a re-release of the...
2026-01-2927 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 18: Eyes, Ears, and Eyebrows - Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the facial softening and awareness exercises we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go: a re-release of the foundational...
2026-01-2633 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 17: The Neck -- Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the neck mobility and softening exercises we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go: a re-release of the foundational...
2026-01-2228 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 16: Shoulders -- Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the arm mobility and arm hug exercises we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go: a re-release...
2026-01-2031 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 15: The Trunk - Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the ribcage softening and supported tummy time bodywork exercises we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go: a re-r...
2026-01-1528 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 14: Feet, Legs, and Hips -- Re-release with Extras!bodyledbreastfeeding.com is launched! Just in time for our next Foundations workshop season: this February 11th, 18th, and 25th of 2026.The rules of BLB are simple, effective, and directly applicable to practice and the Foundations workshop is where it all begins.Catch our socials to see a demo video of the ankle circles and leg playdough bodywork exercises we discuss in depth in this conversation:Adina's InstagramEllen's InstagramHere we go...
2026-01-1229 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Tamar Gordon: PT and OsteopathThe Pocket Prenatal: Where Confident Moms Are BornIn this interview I chat with Tamar Gordon, pelvic floor physiotherapist and osteopath! Tamar takes us through pelvic floor birth preparation and recovery plus how osteopathic treatments help mothers feel more comfortable, recover better, and help babies digestion and feeding abilities. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth worker...
2026-01-1122 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Ilana Hart, Perinatal NutritionistIn this interview I chat with Ilana Hart, perinatal nutritionist! Listen in to what happens when a nutritionist helps you understand exactly what your body needs in trimesters 1, 2, 3, or postpartum. With so many nuggets of advise about building community, trusting yourself, and how focusing on your own health can transform your whole family’s health!FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero tim...
2025-12-2833 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 13: What Diaper Changes Tell Us About a Baby's BodyIn this episode, Ellen and Adina talk about what you can see during a diaper change (or a weight check!) that enriches your information about that baby's body. Side preferences, torso curves, tight hips, and rigid arms are all ways to understand why a baby breastfeeds the way they do. Minutes 0-6 include a recap of our first in-person BLB workshop, which happened in Iceland during November of 2025Minutes 6-32 deep dive into infant body posturing while diaper changing and how we can deepen our body observation skills to...
2025-12-1033 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Naomi Levin, Postpartum DoulaIn this interview I chat with Naomi Levin, postpartum doula. Listen in on the importance of rest postpartum, and how to harness the power of your postpartum village even in our fragmented society.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworkers Directory PodcastEach...
2025-12-0820 min
The Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 11 - A Preliminary Study on Microwave Thawing of Human MilkIn this episode of the Journal of Human Lactation podcast, hosts Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky discuss the article “Possibility of Microwave Thawing of Human Milk: Effects on Milk Composition and Temperature Distribution."The article, published in JHL Volume 41, Issue 4, explores whether microwaving frozen human milk might safely thaw milk without compromising its composition or creating dangerous temperature “hot spots.” Despite long-standing guidance advising against microwaving, this study reexamines the evidence using household microwaves—rather than laboratory equipment—to mirror real-world conditions.Key takeaways include:
2025-11-2729 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Shira Koren, doula and Hypnobirthing instructorIn this interview I chat with Shira Koren, doula and Hypnobirthing instructor. Listen in on the importance of going with the flow in labor, preparing yourself with positive thoughts, calm feelings, and positive birth stories only can go a long way in helping you have the birth you wanted.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you....
2025-11-2313 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Elana Mizrahi, Doula and Fertility CareIn this interview I chat with Elana Mizrahi, doula, reflexologist, fertility supporter, and childbirth educator. Listen to us talk about her journey from her own fertility struggles to helping other women give birth and the empathy that brings to her practice. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.
2025-11-1730 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rahel Kima, Doula & Doula EducatorIn this interview I chat with Rahel Kima, doula and doula educator. Listen to us talk about her unique Birth as a Journey program and the surprises parents often face during and after birth. Curious about becoming a doula? Rahel has an amazing program starting soon: https://rahelkima.com/en/home/ FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s...
2025-10-2120 minThe Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 10: Breastfeeding with Chronic Illness: Bridging Data and Human ExperienceIn this episode of the Journal of Human Lactation podcast, hosts Adina Kopinsky and Ellen Chetwynd use the first 15 minutes to review two recent JHL articles exploring breastfeeding among parents managing chronic illness:Reasons for Breastfeeding Avoidance: A Multicenter Insight in Mothers With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus by Massimo Radin, Silvia Foddai, Karen Schreiber, et al.Lower Adherence to Breastfeeding Recommendations in Mothers Treated With Antirheumatic and Antidepressant Medications by Essie Whaites Heinonen, Diana Johnson, Alec Todd, and Christina Chambers.Both studies, published in JHL Volume 41, Issue 3, shed...
2025-10-2144 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 12: Bottle Types and How They Affect Suck MechanicsIn this episode, Ellen and Adina discuss the 4 general types of bottles on the market and what kinds of sucks they promote inside of a baby's mouth.
2025-10-2131 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Mushka Majeski, doulaIn this episode I chat with Mushka Majeski, doula. Listen to us talk about pelvic balance, body knowledge and alignment, and the power of a woman in labor!FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworkers Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you...
2025-08-0314 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rachel Reichner, doulaIn this interview I chat about the power of words with Rachel Reichner, doula.Listen to her thoughts on the revolving door between birth and death as well as the power of asking for a simple two minutes to think medical suggestions over!FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly...
2025-07-2914 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Shaina Hammer, doulaIn this interview I chat about the mind-body-soul connection with Shaina Hammer, doula and social worker.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworkers Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, mi...
2025-07-2113 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 11: Babies With a Pterodactyl VoiceEver wonder why some babies have deep, harsh, raspy, or "crowded" sounding voices? In this episode Ellen and Adina explore the "Pterodactyl Babies" -- why their voice sounds that way and what it means about their body posture and their suck habits.
2025-07-2022 minThe Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 9: What Does It Mean to Wean?In this episode of the Journal of Human Lactation podcast, hosts Adina Kopinsky and Jill Demirci speak with Dr. Melissa Theurich about her Breastfeeding Measurement article “What Does It Mean to Wean?”The conversation explores how the term “weaning” is inconsistently used across cultures, research, and clinical care, often leading to confusion. Dr. Theurich and her co-authors propose replacing the term with five more precise alternatives to improve clarity in research and practice.Key takeaways:"Weaning" can mean starting solids, stopping breastfeeding, or changing feeding methods, all dependin...
2025-07-1726 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rebekah Pearlman, doulaIn this interview I chat about the chameleon-like power of a doula who truly puts the mother in the driver’s seat with Rebekah Pearlman, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworkers Directory Po...
2025-07-1015 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Aviva Yisraeli, doulaIn this interview I chat about the important of positivity in pregnancy and birth with Aviva Yisraeli, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + p...
2025-06-2614 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 10: Ellen's Tongue Tie Release, Part 2A few weeks after her tongue tie release, Ellen tells us about which effects of the release remain and which have dissipated with time. We segway into conversations about post-frenotomy work for infants as well as the power of mindful movement on the fascial system.
2025-06-1132 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Terri Gil, doulaIn this interview I chat about the important of comprehensive maternity and postpartum care with Terri Gil, doula, Canadian midwife, and lactation consultant.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas...
2025-06-0919 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterviewing Myself: What Makes Growing Happy Babies Lactation Different?In this interview I turn the table around and interview myself! Get a peek in to my backstory, my lactation philosophy, some myth-busting, my Body-Led Breastfeeding approach that believes your baby’s BODY drives their suck, not simply their mouth, and hear some actionable tips for making breastfeeding better right now:FINDING THE RIGHT BIRTH WORKER JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list o...
2025-05-2925 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 9: Ellen's Tongue Tie Release, Part 1Ellen tells us all about the marked changes she felt in her face, mouth, suck, and body after the release of her posterior tongue tie.
2025-05-2833 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Dr Malka Elitzur, osteopathIn this interview I chat about the balance your body and your baby crave for easier and smoother pregnancy, delivery, and breastfeeding with Dr Malka Elitzur, osteopath.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real...
2025-05-2825 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Janice Cohen, doulaIn this interview I chat about the the deep knowledge you have of your own birthing body with Janice Cohen, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives...
2025-05-2716 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Lea Reichel, doulaIn this interview I chat about the power of reclaiming your birth story and making sacred space for a family with Lea Reichel, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory Podcast
2025-05-2613 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Talia Panek, doulaIn this interview I chat about the power of your knowledge and intuition in all things birth and baby with Talia Panek, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory Podcast
2025-05-2519 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Chaya Valier, doula and birth educatorIn this interview I chat about the power of relaxation in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with Chaya Valier, doula and educator.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach...
2025-05-2215 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rachel Raice, RN and doulaIn this interview I chat about the straight truths of postpartum and the power of blending nursing skills with doula skills with Rachel Raice, RN and doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworke...
2025-05-2118 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Ronya FriedlanderIn this interview I chat about the completely unique and transformative experience of giving birth with Ronya Friedlander, doula and more.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more so yo...
2025-05-2013 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Dina Soffer, doulaIn this interview I chat about the emotional and physical power of continuous care for mothers and babies with Dina Soffer, doula and birth advocate.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + p...
2025-05-1920 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Valerie Milhado, doula and LCIn this interview I chat about the simple truths of a mother's hands and heart in birth and breastfeeding with Valerie Milhado, doula and lactation consultant.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory...
2025-05-1817 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Sarah Seymour, homebirth midwifeIn this interview I chat about the physical and emotional puzzle of birth with Sarah Seymour, homebirth midwife.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more so you can decide...
2025-05-1517 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Jodi Stender, midwifeIn this interview I chat about how giving birth to your baby gives birth to your new identity as a mother with Jodi Stender, midwife.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + p...
2025-05-1427 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp 8: What Chimpanzees Ask Us About Suck and Body MechanicsA trip to the zoo prompts Adina and Ellen to ponder jaw structure, nipple length, suck mechanics, body mechanics, and all the different types of lactation we see in mammals. Join us!
2025-05-1419 minThe Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 8: Utilizing Lactation Acuity to Improve Lactation Services in a U.S. HospitalIn this episode of the Journal of Human Lactation podcast, hosts Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky discuss the article “Utilizing Lactation Acuity to Improve Lactation Services in a U.S. Hospital” by Rebecca Mannel, MPH, IBCLC. Guest Dr. Angela Lober, JHL Assistant Editor, long-time hospital-based lactation consultant, and researcher at AWHONN, joins us to provide insights.The article explores how using an acuity-based model, commonly used in hospitals to prioritize care, can improve how lactation consultants allocate their time. By having maternity nurses handle lower-acuity cases, IBCLCs can focus on m...
2025-05-1427 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Anna King, doulaIn this interview I chat about how to plan for a better birth after a traumatic birth experience with Anna King, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more s...
2025-05-1322 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Chedvah Weitz, prenatal bodyworkerIn this interview I chat about the power of a balanced body with Chedvah Weitz, childbirth educator and prenatal bodyworker. Listen in to hear more about her unique way of using massage!FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas...
2025-05-1210 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Sunny Levy, doulaIn this interview I chat about the love that carries us through birth with Sunny Levy, doula.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more so you can decide who to rea...
2025-05-1112 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rivka Zlatkin-Flau, doulaIn this interview I chat about birth, confidence, and postpartum mental health with Rivka Zlatkin-Flau, doula, yoga therapist, and prenatal bodyworker.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real...
2025-05-0813 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Carmel Ganach, homebirth midwifeIn this interview I chat about birth, pregnancy, and beyond with Carmel Ganach, homebirth midwife and so much more.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel...
2025-05-0721 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Leah Weiss, doulaIn this interview I chat about birth, pregnancy, and beyond with Leah Weiss, doula (and medical clown!).FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas...
2025-05-0515 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Rebecca Aaronson, doulaIn this interview I chat about birth, pregnancy, and beyond with Rebecca Aaronson, doula and women's health nurse practitioner.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more s...
2025-05-0511 minThe Growing Happy Babies Directory PodcastInterview with Amanda Goldman, doulaIn this interview I chat about birth, pregnancy, and beyond with Amanda Goldman, doula and prenatal bodyworker.FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you.That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy Babies Birthworker Directory PodcastEach short interview gives you a real feel for doulas, midwives, lactation consultants, infant + prenatal bodywokers, and more so you can decide who to reach o...
2025-05-0414 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 7: Intro to the Baby's Body: Types of SuckIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clues to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on how different types of infant suck can manifest.
2025-04-2025 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 6: Intro to the Baby's Body: Cheeks, Eyes, Eyebrows, and EarsIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clues to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on the baby's cheeks, eyes, eyebrows, and ears.
2025-04-1431 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 5: Intro to the Baby's Body: NeckIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clue to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on the baby's neck. Link to a photo of the hyoid muscles, "Muscles of the Anterior Neck"
2025-04-0724 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 4: Intro to the Baby's Body: ShouldersIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clue to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on the baby's shoulders.
2025-03-3127 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 3: Intro to the Baby's Body: Trunk and RibcageIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clue to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on the baby's trunk and ribcage.
2025-03-2524 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 2 Intro to the Baby's Body: Feet, Legs, and HipsIn Body-Led Breastfeeding, the baby's body holds the clue to better feeding. In our opening series, we move up the baby's body to create a fuller picture of function and dysfunction. This episode centers on the baby's feet, legs, and hips.
2025-03-1225 minBody-Led BreastfeedingEp. 1: Defining Body-Led BreastfeedingDefining Body-Led BreastfeedingIn this inaugural episode we decide on our name and explain why it encapsulates our approach to lactation, in which we view breastfeeding as a system involving both the baby's and mother's bodies. This is why we advocate for body-led rather than solely baby-led breastfeeding.This approach aims to alleviate the parent’s burden by fostering more efficient feeding practices, acknowledging the compensatory behaviors babies develop, and understanding the reasons behind these behaviors to improve breastfeeding outcomes.
2025-03-0619 minThe Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 5: Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing MethodsEpisode Title: Flange Fit Matters: A Deep Dive into Pumping Comfort and Milk Output
Authors: Lisa Anders, Jeanette Mesite Frem, Thomas McCoy
Full bios for all authors of the study available at JHL’s podcast page
Podcast Summary:
In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking research on flange sizing for breast pumps, featured in the article Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange-Fits Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods. Hosts Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky are joined by researchers Dr. Lisa Anders and Jeanette Mesite Frem to...
2025-01-2038 minThe Journal of Human Lactation PodcastEp. 3: Supporting Direct Breastfeeding for a Tracheostomy-Dependent Extremely Premature Infant: A Case StudyThe Journal of Human Lactation podcast #3 discusses an article titled "Supporting Direct Breastfeeding for a Tracheostomy Dependent Extremely Premature Infant, a Case Study."
The episode features Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky, who highlight the case study of an extremely premature infant with a tracheostomy transitioning to direct breastfeeding.
The study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the healthcare team and the family, detailing the infant's medical journey, including the challenges associated with being born at 24 weeks and diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
The article showcases...
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