Brittany Randolph Aryel Sawdey

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Talk Birthy To MePMAD's and Postpartum OCD with Leah DeRose M.S.,LMFTHi Friends! Today I chatted with Leah DeRose, M.S., LMFT, she is a local SLO County therapist and works with individuals who are experiencing postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Here is her bio: Leah DeRose, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience as a therapist. Leah owns a psychotherapy group practice in San Luis Obispo with several skilled therapists with multiple specialties. Leah is a mother to three girls, two of which who are in college and the last one starting middle school this year. Leah was a teen mom a...2022-09-0656 min

Talk Birthy To MePerineal tears and tear recovery- what can we do to prevent and recoverHi friends! Back with another episode, this one we talk about perineal tears, different degrees of tears, what, if anything, that we can do to help prevent them and should it happen what can we do to help with recovery. Give this one a listen, its filled with some great information! As always, reach out to us with any questions; Email- talkbirthpodcast@gmail.com Aryel- @centralcoastlactation Brittany- @beyondthebumpcoaching --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this p...2022-08-2245 min

Talk Birthy To MePush it Baby! What is it like to push a baby out?Hey friends! Today we talk all about pushing, what it might feel like, the ways we can push (spontaneous vs coached), breathing options, positions to birth in , knee positions during the pushing phase and so much more. As always here are some great references for you: Mamastefit:https://mamastefit.com/breathing-techniques-for-labor-pushing-and-crowning/ Flower Bloom Breath: https://youtu.be/z5F6xKQpgag Anita Lambert:https://www.holistichealthphysio.com/meet-anita-lambert-pt If ever have any questions or want us to cover a specific topic on the podcast let us know! Find us...2022-08-0847 min

Talk Birthy To MeHow you can advocate for yourself in the birth room.Hi friends! Aryel and I are talking about advocacy and how to advocate for yourself in the birth room. It can be intimidating to think about standing up for yourself, or declining procedures or interventions during pregnancy and birth. We chat about different ways you can do that and what can help make it a bit easier for you. Here are some great resources you can read on to give you guys additional information: https://www.lamaze.org/Giving-Birth-with-Confidence/GBWC-Post/5-ways-to-better-advocate-for-yourself-in-labor-1 https://improvingbirth.org/2019/10/advocate-for-yourself-during-pregnancy/ If you want t...2022-07-2630 min

Talk Birthy To MeWhy doula support is valuable for medicated birthHi friends! Today we chat about epidurals and how a doula is still a valuable asset to your birth team, even if you are planning on an epidural from the beginning or if you end up choosing one during your labor. There are so many different ways doulas can still be helpful, beneficial and supportive! As always, if you have questions or want us to answer something on the podcast reach out vis email or Instagram! Email- talkbirthypodcast@gmail.com IG - @slobirthcollective IG for Aryel...2022-07-1653 min

Talk Birthy To MeMyths in Birth and BreastfeedingHi friends! Thanks for joining us for another episode! Today we chatted about common myths and misconceptions in birth and breastfeeding, we know we didn't get to touch on all the ones out there, but these are the most common ones we hear about and see the most. I have linked the Evidence Based Birth article on hep lock/saline locks here: https://evidencebasedbirth.com/ebb-104-the-evidence-on-saline-locks/ As always leave us a message or comment with some myths you have seen and heard! Feel free to reach out via email at talkbirthpodcast@gmail.com or DM us...2022-06-2156 min

Talk Birthy To MeBounce Back Culture, Body Image and ParenthoodThanks for listening today! This is something that is very near and dear to my heart as I have struggled with body image issues for as long as I can remember. Here were the things that we mentioned that can ben helpful: Reframe our expectations Purchase new clothes that fit your body right now Practice mindfulness based exercises like gratitude practices, journaling, breathwork, yoga, meditation Being more present with your baby and children Talking to a therapist or counselor Unfollow those on social media that make you...2022-06-1054 min

Talk Birthy To MeNutrition for the Fourth TrimesterHi Everyone! Solo episode with just Brittany today, sorry it's been such a long time since we released an episode, lots of birth, babies, and boobies happening the past few weeks! I wanted to do a quick episode on nutrition in the fourth trimester. I cover nutrients to focus on, thinking about the 3 R's, replenish, recovery and repair, nutrients to focus on are bone broth, high quality fats, stinging nettle tea, hydration, soups and warm foods, making sure you are consuming enough calories. Also, remember that postpartum healing is not linear and embracing the change that motherhood creates in...2022-05-2632 min

Talk Birthy To MeInductions- What you need to know, options and alternativesSorry for the technical difficulties with this episode, we had internet that was spotty and one of us (Brittany) is battling a sinus infection and it was making it very hard to think! Other than that, we are happy to bring you this information on inductions! Hopefully you find it helpful and as always reach out with any questions. As promised here are the links below: Evidence Based Birth ARRIVE trial Evidence Based Birth Big Babies Bishop's Score Information on Cytotec Natural alternatives for induction: 2022-04-141h 07

Talk Birthy To MeOur doula stories in honor of World Doula WeekAryel and Brittany share how they got into doula work, the reasons they continue to do this work and where they see themselves in the future. As always if you ever have any questions or want us to cover a specific topic or ask us a question please feel free to reach out by email at talkbirthypodcast@gmail.com, or on our Instagram pages at @beyondthebumpcoaching for Brittany, @centralcoastlactation for Aryel or to @slobirthcollective for both of us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this po...2022-03-261h 08

Talk Birthy To MeHow to find a birth doulaHave you ever wondered how to go about finding a birth doula? Have you ever thought, "what would I ask if I was interviewing a doula?" We have you covered! In this episode we cover some ways to find doulas in your areas and frequently asked questions and what to consider when looking for, interviewing and hiring a doula. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2022-03-1125 min

Talk Birthy To MeSex after babyRemember that sex after baby is different for everyone and the 6 week "mark" for returning to normal activities after having a baby doesn't necessitate you going right back to having sex if you aren't ready. In this episode we talk about a lot of different things that can come up for people in the postpartum period around sex, intimacy, body image, mindset, and more. We hope this helps to make the conversation around this topic a little less taboo and one that you can seek out help if you feel you need or want it. We are always her...2022-03-0232 min

Talk Birthy To MeHow to plan for the 4th TrimesterWe talked about the importance of creating a maternal mental wellness plan. Here's what we mentioned today: What you might need in the first few weeks of breastfeeding Creating a support team and what support people, family members and partners can watch for Nourishing your body and the importance of food and hydration Finding someone to talk to or a therapist who is versed in the postpartum period Avoiding the this is normal trap Creating a sleep strategy Reducing overwhelm Movement in the p...2022-02-1554 min

Talk Birthy To MePostpartum Support OptionsEver wondered what options there were for postpartum support? Wondered if there was anything other than your care provider? We got you covered with a list and conversation about all postpartum support options and what you want to look for in each one. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2022-02-0248 min

Talk Birthy To MeDifferences in Birthing EnvironmentsChat with Mckayla Rodriguez about the pros and cons of 3 different birthing environments. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2021-08-3015 min

Talk Birthy To MeUpdated Hospital Visitor PoliciesChat with Mckayla Rodriguez about the updated visitor policies for San Luis Obispo and Northen Santa Barbara Counry hospitals and how to navigate them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2021-08-1611 min

Talk Birthy To MeCommon Interventions in LaborChat with Brittany Randolph about common interventions during labor. Knowledge is key for childbirth friends. This information will help you to have a more positive birth experience! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2021-08-0329 min

Talk Birthy To MePain Management Options for Childbirth-Medicated and Non-MedicatedCome along with us and discover the amount of pain management options readily available to you for your birth. Www.acog.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-06-2832 min

Talk Birthy To MePostpartum Depression and Anxiety with Jamie Dunn, LMFT- A Personal StoryFind show notes here: https://slobirthcollective.wordpress.com/2021/06/15/postpartum-depression-and-anxiety-with-jamie-dunn-lmft-a-personal-story/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-06-1556 min

Talk Birthy To MeCreating Your Birth PreferencesAre you expecting and trying to decide what your hopes and wishes are for your upcoming birth? Are you overwhelmed with the amount of information out there? Join Brittany and Mckayla as they get down into the nitty gritty of creating what some term as a "birth plan," and learn about why we prefer to call it birth preferences. Show notes: https://americanpregnancy.org/healthy-pregnancy/labor-and-birth/birth-plan-636/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-05-3149 min

Talk Birthy To MeBeing Pregnant + Childbirth in a PandemicListen along with us as Karla Wenger, a local Mama, recalls her birth story and what it looked like in the midst of a pandemic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-05-1735 min

Talk Birthy To MeBRAIN- Making Informed Decisions for a More Positive Birth ExperienceAre you feeling out of control? Like others around your are making decisions for your pregnancy and childbirth? Use this acronym BRAIN to help you take control back to help you have a more positive birth experience. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-05-0312 min

Talk Birthy To MeWhat is a doula?What is a doula? What does a doula do? How does doula work differ during a pandemic? Join Brittany and Mckayla as they discuss all things doula and what that looks like during a pandemic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-04-1933 min

Talk Birthy To MeTalk Birthy To Me (Trailer)--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slobirthcollective/support 2021-04-1400 min