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Van Camp And Morgan Right NowVan Camp and Morgan Right Now (6-13-25)(Airdate: 6.13.25) Ready for a Friday show that’s equal parts spooky, snarky, and snackable? We’re kicking things off with Friday the 13th superstitions and a roundup of our favorite fast-food french fries (because a little grease never hurt your luck), then diving into how dirty your beard really is—prepare to cringe. We’ll serve up five gloriously dumb F My Life Friday confessions before jetting off on a crazy crime caper worthy of an in-flight movie, and of course we’ve got a fresh batch of A.I. Dad Jokes to salute Pops this Fathe...2025-06-1437 min
Everyone Is RightBecoming Whole in a Divided WorldIn today's deeply divided world—marked by polarized politics, global tensions, and fractured communities—is the aspiration for "wholeness" realistic or even desirable? In this thought-provoking episode of Integral Edge, Keith Martin-Smith sits down with executive coach and consciousness explorer David Arrell to explore what it truly means to become whole, both personally and collectively, amid ongoing division and conflict.
The conversation begins by acknowledging an uncomfortable truth: human beings have always "othered" one another, creating deep divisions over seemingly trivial differences—illustrated vividly through the satirical example of Jonathan Swift’s kingdoms warring over how to crack an egg. Yet, as...2025-05-291h 21
Dad Like It's Your JobDad For The First Time With Guest David ArrellDavid Arrell is the founder of Welcome To Fatherhood (or WTF) and host of the podcast "Baby Talk with Katie and David." he helps lots of first time fathers go from "Dude to Dad." 2024-11-1419 min
Pregnancy & Birth Made EasyDavid Arrell's Blueprint for First-Time Dads: Embrace the Journey of FatherhoodDavid Arrell, founder of Welcome to Fatherhood, discusses how dads can actively engage in the pregnancy process by viewing it as their own journey. Dads are encouraged to participate through birth classes, doula support, and conversations with their partners emphasizing emotional growth, communication, and leadership in fatherhood.Where to find David:WebsiteInstagramPodcastLinks Mentioned:My Essential Birth CourseMy Essential Birth Postpartum CourseMy Essential Birth Instagram3 Free Exercises Dad Tips2024-09-1745 min
Birth Story Podcast198 How Dad's Can Help You and Be The Best Father and Partner / Dad coaching/ Welcome to Fatherhood with David Arrell (New 2024)Did you listen to the previous episode 197? Start there. I interviewed David Arrell, the author of Welcome to Fatherhood, in 2021. This is a part 2 follow up in 2024 to that initial discussion. This episode is about hoow men can achive their highlest level of healthy mascunlinity and embrace fatherhood and partnership successfully. Please share this episode with a father or soon to be father you know. You can connect with David at www.welcometofatherhood.com and use code BIRTHSTORY for a special discount when you check out. XOXO- Heidi Looking for...2024-08-1545 min
Birth Story Podcast197 Welcome to Fatherhood with David Arrell (Replay 2021)David Arrell, the author of Welcome to Fatherhood, chats with Heidi about this powerful book to help male partners with new fatherhood transitions. Please share this episode with a father or soon to be father in your life. XOXO Heidi PS. David mentions his favorite baby products in this episode which is include the Babytone Sensor and the Frida nose sucker. 2024-08-151h 22
Birth With PowerEp 268: From the “Dude Zone” to the “Dad Zone” with Dr. David ArrellDavid Arrell is a coach, consultant, and returning guest! About three years ago David joined us for a conversation about the WTF moments of fatherhood. Since then, his empire of dad advice has grown and he’s back with more helpful tips.Welcome to Fatherhood (or WTF as it’s appropriately called at times) is his fatherhood brand. What began with a book is now a podcast, blog, and even a course! As a partner, it’s not always easy to know how to show up in the most supportive and helpful way. If only there was a how...2024-08-1351 min
Informed Pregnancy PodcastA Birth Story with Joanna BaveroArtist, mother of two, and past guest Joanna Bavero returns to the podcast to talk about her second pregnancy and birth experience.Connect with the guest online: @joannabaverofineart, @thejoannapiccoli, and joannabavero.comFather's Day is this month! Know a new or expectant dad who needs some helpful parenting prep (like guidance through pregnancy, labor, or birth)? David Arrell's Welcome to Fatherhood online program is available to stream now exclusively on Informed Pregnancy Plus!Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming p...2024-06-2056 min
The Food ProfessorLook-Smell-Taste' Initiative, B.C. Salmon Farming Shutdown, The Capital Gains Taxman Commeth for Farmers and guests David Long, CEO, and Cynthia Boulter, COO, from the Greater Vancouver Food BankThis week, we are excited to have special guests David Long, CEO, and Cynthia Boulter, COO, from the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. David and Cynthia share their insights on their critical work to combat food insecurity in Vancouver. They discuss their organization's unique challenges and opportunities arising from operating in such a dynamic urban environment.A few links of interest:GVFB Website: https://foodbank.bc.ca/ReThinking Food Documentary: https://vimeo.com/760366175Country life in BC – Craig Edwards: https://foodbank.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Country-Life-in-BC-Viewpoint-2024-04.pdfGVFB Information for the BC Farmer Tax Credit - https://fo...2024-06-2058 min
Informed Pregnancy PodcastWelcome to Fatherhood with David ArrellDavid Arrell, an executive coach, author, and parent joins the podcast to discuss his work as creator of Welcome to Fatherhood, a special program within his executive coaching business, designed just for new dads. Connect with David online: @welcometofatherhood.wtf, Baby Talk Podcast, and welcometofatherhood.comDavid's Welcome to Fatherhood online program is available to stream now exclusively on Informed Pregnancy Plus!Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, pa...2024-06-1339 min
The Super Daddy ClubMastering Fatherhood: Balancing Work, Family, and the Fourth Trimester with David ArrellLet us know what you think of the episode by pressing this link - Thank you for your commentsJoin us on the Super Daddy Club podcast for a transformative journey into fatherhood with our distinguished guest, David Arrell. David, a father of two and a renowned Men’s Coach, is the celebrated author of "Welcome To Fatherhood," a pivotal guide for the modern man navigating pregnancy, childbirth, and the nuances of fatherhood.In this enlightening episode, David will share his expert insights on achieving work-life balance and supporting your partner through the critical period of...2024-02-091h 01
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBetter Partners Make Better Parents - Season 3 Wrap UpKatie & David wrap up Season 3 here by each sharing their Top 3 Tips for helping new parents better connect in the midst of new parenthood chaos. We both firmly believe that Better Partners Make Better Parents and really get into some (hopefully helpful!) specifics here in this episode. Katie unpacks: 1) Sharing the Care right from the start 2) Trying to be Curious vs assuming and arguing 3) Leaning into Joy - where can we find the "yes"? David walks through: 1) Building Bridges of connection through Shared Agreements 2) Embrace the Suck...2023-11-1852 minDad Like It's Your JobDad Like a Dude with Guest David ArrellDavid's book, "Welcome To Fatherhood" (WTF!) is a must read for any expectant dad. He and Zito have an instant easy rapport. This is a quick and easy listen that's packed with help for the first time father! 2023-11-1619 min
Ask the Doulas PodcastTips for Dads with David Arrell, author of Welcome to FatherhoodSend us a textKristin Revere talks with David Arrell, author of Welcome to Fatherhood. He talks about why he wrote the book then gets into some great tips for Dads and how to best support Mom! This one is a must-listen!Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/go...2023-10-1955 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidWhen Parenting Styles DifferWhat happens when parenting approaches differ? How do our own unconscious patterns influence our ability to show up grounded and focused when things get tricky? How much variance in parenting styles is "normal," and how can those differences be navigated as a team? Listen in this week as we explore these questions and more. Topics covered include: How our own unconsciuous energy and issues often come up under the pressures of parenting How unhelpful patterns and processes can pull us, and/or our partners, away from our plans The power of self-compassion as an entry to better connecting...2023-08-2538 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBaby's Parental Preferences - The Good, the Bad, & the UglyThis week we talk about Baby's parental preferences, why they are understandable and healthy, and share a few tips for helping better connect with your partner over this tricky topic. Items covered include: Familiarity and Safety needs drive Baby's behavior The Hierarchy of Attachment Balancing Baby's preferences and parental abilities Bostering your own abilities to share the load, and lots more Special tips for Dads struggling in this space And no, weaning is not the answer! Article Referenced: Hierarchy of Attachment- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0163638312001117 ***** Katie n...2023-08-1437 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBreastfeeding and Weaning SupportIn honor of World Breastfeeding Week, Katie leads the way in our conversation about Breastfeeding and Weaning as a whole family commitment. How this commitment looks and what challenges are faced vary from the planning and beginning stages of Breastfeeding, to the ongoing efforts to sustain it, and to the inevitable concluding process of Weaning. All of these stages have emotional, relational, and practical components, so listen in this week as we discuss: Helpful tips for getting off to the best start to your Breastfeeding jounrey The importance of your Village for support and comfort Partner focused tips...2023-07-3137 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBiological Differences between New Mothers and New FathersJoin is this week as Katie & David explore and discuss some of the profound and powerful differences in the biology of new Mothers and Fathers. How do their respective brains change and adapt to parenthood in different ways? How does knowing about various neurotransmitter levels and activations help us see our partners in a more understanding and compassion light? How can we appreciate these differences as attributes rather than flaws? Topics covered include: How Mom Brains and Dad Brains are wired differently What this wiring looks like and how it shows up in attention and behavior What feedback...2023-07-1940 min
Modern MasculinityExpanding Your Range and Evolving as a Man with David ArrellIn this episode of Modern Masculinity, host Hector Santiesteban engages in a meaningful conversation with David Arrell, an accomplished Author, Entrepreneur, Consultant, and Men's Coach. Together, they delve into the challenges of balancing parenthood and daily responsibilities, likening it to a delicate teeter-totter where maintaining equilibrium is crucial to ensure the happiness and smooth functioning of the family. The discussion highlights the significance of remaining emotionally available and present for their children, even during hectic mornings. David shares their process for cultivating a positive mindset and navigating difficult conversations with their partner, emphasizing the importance of empathy and compassion...2023-06-2341 min
Fourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | DoulaFatherhood And Healthy Masculinity With Welcome to Fatherhood Author David ArrellFatherhood and healthy masculinity is all about finding a balance between traditional and progressive dad stereotypes, building teamwork and communication with co-parents, and embodying positive values and aspirations as a dad. Join us with David Arrell, author of 'Welcome To Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood'.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comLearn more How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a Baby | The Second Child Transition | Improve Birth Recovery: Three Recommendations From An OBGYN | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection | Four Relationship-Saving Questions To Ask Bef...2023-05-1325 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidMaking the Invisible Work VisibleThis week Katie & David tackle one of the touchiest topics out there in the new parenthood space, and one that is sure to resonate for those with children of any age - Invisible Work. What is this so-called "Invisible Work"? Why is it such a touchy topic? For Moms and Dads alike, what really "counts" here, and how can we help our partners understand and appreciate all that we do? And equally as important, what can we do to better understand and appreciate what they do that may be invisible to us? Areas covered include: How new parenthood...2023-05-1238 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidRedefining IntimacyWhat does intimcacy look like in early parenthood? And how can we redefine it together to help us connect with more care, compassion, and empathy and we try to bounce forward and strengthen our relationship? Intimacy issues are one of the most energized topics that come up in the new parent support groups that we both host, and here in this episode we share some of common barriers that new parents face as well as strategies and options for overcoming them. Bouncing forward into parenthood is the name of the game here, not trying to bounce back t...2023-05-0353 minFourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | DoulaNew Father Support Group Fundamentals With David ArrellWe asked the fatherhood expert: What are the top three topics that come up during First Time Dad group sessions?David Arrell is the author of 'Welcome To Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood', he is a Dad Coach and a leader of new father support groups. David is our guest on the Fourth Trimester Podcast.On this episode he demystifies 'new father support groups' by sharing the top three topics that arise during his sessions.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comLearn more How a Friend or F...2023-04-2929 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidSeason 3 Begins - Parenting & PartnershipSeason 3 is finally here! Our theme is going to be Parenting & Partnership and here in the intro episode we talk about our plans for exploring the most common concerns and challenges that we each hear from from the new Moms and Dads in our support groups. We hope that these weekly discussions can help cultivate more awareness, empathy, and understanding for ourselves and our partners. We aren't here to take sides, but to build bridges and foster greater connection and collaboration in all of our efforts to be the best parent and partner possible. Topics we'll cover this season...2023-04-2626 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] Coaching Dads Through the “WTF” Moments of Fatherhood with David ArrellThis week's episode is a rebroadcast because my husband Falcon and I are taking a much needed trip togther with just the two of us. And in the spirit of he and I taking some time together, I chose an episode that you and your partner can listen to together! I interview David Arrell, author of Welcome to Fathrhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childirth, and Fatherhood. Grab your partner so you both can take a listen and soak up all the goodness in this episode. I know you are going to enjoy it and find it really...2023-02-2154 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidKatie & David Better the Birth Space with exciting updates and offerings!Katie and David wrap up Season 2 and share some exciting updates and offerings from both The Nest and Welcome To Fatherhood in their own efforts in Bettering the Birth Space. Katie now has a weekly FREE Embracing Pregnancy prenatal group offering over at the Nest that meets via Zoom every Tuesday at 12 noon Pacific. This weekly pregnancy Q&A meetup is run by a rotating panel of prenatal practicioners and features frequent guests that come from a wide range of perinatal support services inlcuding ayurvedic nutritionists, midwives, and acupunturists. Come check it out to learn more about...2023-01-1123 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidGetting better prepared for a Hospital Birth with the Hospital Doulas Lisa Collins & Marnie LeaSince 98% of US births happen in the hospital then there needs to be a better way to get prepared for Hospital Birth and lower the rates of trauma and preventable interventions that many folks want to avoid. Tune in today to hear how Lisa & Marnie, The Hospital Doulas, have put together some programs focused on supporting this vast majority of parents to have amazing birth outcomes beyond the Hospital's minimal standards of "healthy Baby and Mama." In this episode we discuss: - You don't know what you don't know - and how to see past your blindspots2023-01-041h 05
Baby Talk with Katie & David(Part 2) Perinatal Mental Health & Postpartum Thriving with Jennifer Summerfeldt - Part 2 of 2Today's Part 2 continues last week's Part 1 of our interview with Jennifer Summerfeldt - Perinatal Therapist and CEO of ASK Therapy, former doula and childbirth educator, and transformational coach. We pick right up from where we last off last week entering the 4th Trimester Postpartum space of home with your new baby. This 4th Trimester Postpartum timeframe is inherently disruptive, discombobulating, and disregulating, especially in our larger culture and it's unrealistic demands. The real question then isn't how to avoid these challenges, or how not to "catch PPD" or other "mood disorders," but how to approach this new phase of...2022-12-281h 00
Baby Talk with Katie & David(Part 1) Perinatal Mental Health & Postpartum Thriving with Jennifer Summerfeldt - Part 1 of 2This is the 1st of 2 episodes with Jennifer Summerfeldt - Perinatal Therapist and CEO of ASK Therapy, former doula and childbirth educator, and transformational coach. She shares her DEEP insight, compassion, and wisdom regarding the challenges and opportunities that come with childbirth and the postpartum space in our culture today. In this 1st half of our conversation about perinatal mental health we discuss: - The importance of understanding the power of the childbirth experience in shaping the trajectory of postpartum integration - Postpartum mood disorders are not simply "caught", like a virus, but instead can g...2022-12-211h 17
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidKatie & David: Friends, Family, and Festivity planning with new BabyKatie rejoins the booth this week and together we share some tips for getting through the Holiday mayhem with your peace of mind intact and coming out the other side stronger. Topics covered include: - Healthy boundaries - "No" is a complete sentence - Intentional planning with your partner - Owning your needs, but looking for common ground - Baby is your wingman for easy outs - Creating your own new traditions - Cultivating allies to help you - and so much more!2022-12-1450 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidIntentionality + Ownership = Empowerment w/ Aly McClainAly McClain is a certified Doula, Registered Nurse, and host of the Empowered Birth Podcast. Listen in this week as we dig into how intentionality and ownership can combine to create empowerment for a more successful childbirth, however you define it. Topics covered include: - Intentionality as first factor you can control - Owning that power and making choices and decisions from it leads to empowerment - Buy the hospital ticket, get the hospital ride - Communication & Connection - The importance of investing in you relationship - Meeting Dads...2022-12-0742 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidThe Body Ready Method of preparing for Childbirth w/ Doula Jo Ann BishopThe Body Ready Method is gaining in popularity in the Birth Space due to its explicit focus on helping pregnant Mamas prepare for an easier childbirth and recovery period through a combination of exercise, stretching, and movement focused on the core, back, and pelvic floor. Get ahead of the game, and set your future self up for success, by listening to Jo Ann and I explore this contribution to Bettering the Birth Space. Topics covered include: - The importance of ownership and empowerment approach to chidbirth preparation - Prenatal work is the best investment you...2022-11-3055 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidChanging the "Language of Failure"Katie is back in the booth this week with so much wisdom and grace to share on this topic that is so close to her heart. We talk about how the Language of Failure permeates the Birth Space and inherently undermines our collective aspirations for better experiences for everybody. We speak frankly about the complexity of the topic, the challenges of understanding all perspectives in and on childbirth in our culture, and the importance of providing encouragement, education, and empowerment into all our conversations around pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Specific topics covered include: - Importance of mindfullness...2022-11-2347 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidThe Power of Community with Amelia Protiva & Anja HealthMy guest this week is Amelia Protiva, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula and Head of Community over at Anja Health, a cord blood banking resource. Amelia particularly passionate about the positive power of community - in pregancy, childbirth, and into parenthood. Topics we cover today for Bettering the Birth Space include: - Doula mindset of partnership with all people in the birth team circle - Facilitating collaboration as the connecting motive - Epidemic of lonliness in pregancy and postpartum (men too!) - Cord Blood Banking - Her Better Birth Initiative in supporting Birthworkers through automating work flow, template library, and other...2022-11-1657 min
The Food ProfessorTaking Greeds Measure, Cyber Troubles and Special Guest David Carsley, Head of Industry, GoogleIn this episode, Sylvain and I discuss excess profits, how and why the Agri-Foods Analytics lab came up with the term and that number, and what Sylvain wants Canadians to take away from the exercise.Breaking news: we take on IT troubles in the food business in Canada…then more breaking news: lettuce pray for lettuce in trouble again.Michelin guide comes to Canada/Toronto/Vancouver - our last season guest Cory Mintz is not a fan. Cities invest big money to attract the Michelin guide. https://guide.michelin.com/en/ca/restaurants/1-star-michelin/2-stars-michelin2022-11-1047 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidRehumanizing Childbirth with Anne Margolis and Home Sweet HomebirthAnne Margolis is our featured guest today. She is a Certified Nurse Midwife with almost 30 years of experience, author, birth educator, Instagram maven, and so much more. We chat today all about how she has been working towards Bettering the Birth Space since before her first baby was born and how that first childbirth experience led to her to launching Home Sweet Homebirth and everything that has followed. Topics covered include: - Importance of rehumanizing the entire childbirth experience - How the Midwifery model of care renormalizes chidlbirth as beautiful and sacred ...2022-11-091h 06
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidTrauma 101 - Prevention & Care in the Birth SpaceKatie's back! She introduces the very important topic of Trauma in the Birth Space and shares her experiences in seeing how it shows up in her practice and how a big part of "Bettering the Birth Space" starts with more awareness on Trauma in general. Together we discuss: - Minimizing Trauma - Trauma-informed care - All Birth workers can hold space for trauma, regardless of their lane of expertise - Building Resilience -Post-traumatic Thriving - and so much more Important links from today's show: 2022-11-0249 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidThe "Home Birth Mindset" with Matthew & Sarah Bivens from Doing It At HomeMatthew & Sarah Bivens from Doing It At Home have over 400 podcast episodes published on their show sharing stories, anecdotes, and interviews all about the homebirth expereince. But more than just an experience, "homebirth" is a mindset that puts you and your relationship at the center of the conversation as the true "home" you take with you wherever you go. Listen in this week as we cover: - Matthew & Sarah's 7-year journey in the homebirth space - How their ongoing 2nd pregnancy has been such a different journey than their 1st 7 years ago - F...2022-10-2657 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidTeam Building and Connection with Doula Samantha MarvelsOur first guest in Season 2 is Samantha Marvels, a birth Doula, childbirth educator, and Doula agency owner working in Austin, TX. Samantha joins me today to discuss her work towards Bettering the Birth Space, how she works with her network to increase continuity of care for her clients, and how she treats her Dad clients from day 1 as an equal part of the birth team. We get into: - the role curiosity and intentionality each play in setting up the conditions for a better birth - the importance of "making things fun" as much as...2022-10-191h 02
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBettering the Birth Space Welcome to Season 2 of Baby Talk with Katie & David! Our theme for this season is "Bettering the Birth Space," and here in episode 1 of Season 2 Katie and I talk a bit about what we each prioritize in that framing as well as share our "origin stories" for getting into birth work. Fun Fact: We'll be bringing in other birth professionals for interviews all season long to hear more from the front lines of how folks are "bettering the birth space" too! Here in Ep. 1 Katie and I discuss: - Katie's 2 focal points for bettering the...2022-10-1233 min
The Super Daddy ClubModern Masculinity: David Arrell on Revolutionizing FatherhoodLet us know what you think of the episode by pressing this link - Thank you for your commentsStepping into fatherhood and feeling unprepared? Our latest Super Daddy Club Podcast episode with David Arrell offers a guiding light. David, an acclaimed author and men’s coach from Fairfax, VA, specializes in mentoring men through the transformative journey of embracing healthy masculinity in partnership and parenting.In this episode, we delve into his influential book, 'Welcome To Fatherhood,' also known as WTF, a beacon for the modern man navigating pregnancy, childbirth, and the early st...2022-08-081h 52
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidDavid's Tips for Moms-to-beDavid goes solo in season 1's final episode and shares 5 tips for Moms-to-be looking to better connect with Dad-to-be in their pregnancy journey. Although his book and work is directed at the Dads out there, David is often approached by Moms-to-be seeking advice on how to get their partners further on board in the pregnancy journey. They've purchased Welcome To Fatherhood, but it sits unread on the bedside table - now what?!?! Topics covered include: Separate journeys, same destination How to build bridges across the chasms Why options are easier 2022-07-1541 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidUnexpected Feelings in Early Postpartum, Pt 1From extreme joy and bliss to rage and resentment, the new and powerful emotions and feelings of early postpartum can be quite unexpected. This week Katie & David start this the conversation on this topic as a lead in to the deeper waters coming up next week in part 2. Items covered include: - All journey, no destination - The illusion of stability - "Full time" has a whole new meaning here - The core of feeling resentment - Letting go and letting be - Demands of parenthood as...2022-06-2937 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidOwn your power in pregnancy, parenthood, and partnership"The System" is pretty great, except when it isn't. Where do you have choices and options? How can you build your birth team to best support you? How do you respond to our larger "culture of dismissal," and how should you respond when you catch yourself dismissing the expereinces of those around you? Join in this week as Katie & David discuss the "cultural conveyor belt" that is the standard pregnancy to parenthood journey and learn more about where you have the power to choose to do things differently. Topics covered include: - Dads...2022-06-2246 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidBirthing a ParentBaby's arrival heralds your birth into Parenthood and all the changes that come with it. Katie & David bring some interesting perspectives and anecdotes into this bigger conversation in this week's episode. Topics covered include: - The transformative impact of Baby's arrival - Hormones add volume - The myth of consistency - Change being the only constant - Weekly check ins & clean ups - Getting ahead of resentment - Culture of dismissal - Mothers' deeper connections with Baby - Curiosity vs Anxiety2022-06-1547 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidSacred IndividualityWhat things connect and support your core identity, your "Sacred Individuality" underneath the new roles and responsibilities that can take over your life once Baby gets here? How can you "bounce forward" into Thriving and stay connected to these core parts of your identity? Listen in this week as Katie & David chat about this Sacred Individuality and how it needs to be seen and supported as a key ingredient in any effort for Thriving. Topics covered include: - Balancing roles and responsibilities with active self care - Avoiding getting stuck in...2022-06-0841 min
The Doula Road Trip Podcast85 Doulas, WTF! (Welcome To Fatherhood) Feat. DAvid ArrellHeyyy Doulas!
Today we welcome special guest DAvid Arrell to the podcast. DAvid, is a husband, father, author and Dad Coach who is sharing his best tips for Doulas supporting Dads!
Check out his latest book- https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Fatherhood-Pregnancy-Childbirth-Fatherhood/dp/B08GFX3PRR
www.welcometofatherhood.com2022-06-0752 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidFinding joy & letting go of perfectionThis week Katie & David talk all about the challenges of finding joy in the moment, and how letting go of perfection is a great first step in that direction. Topics covered include: The phrase "All joy, no fun" No one right way to do anything, especially in finding joy The need to drop our "woulds and shoulds" and connect to the present moment Our own "inner high chair" mindset and how it never helps You can't struggle your way to joy Cultivating joy, and then sharing it2022-06-0142 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidTrust & Vulnerability in PostpartumKatie & David discuss the importance of establishing trust across relationships in early Postpartum, especially with Dad, support partners, and other folks in your Village. Vulnerability and emotional intimacy are extra important here, tune in to hear more about: Agreements & accountability Self reliance & community How to show up in helpful ways Simply being present Baby resets the ground rules Relationship thriving in Postpartum ***** Like what we have to say? Subscribe to the channel, like this show, and come see us over at the Nest a...2022-05-2545 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidInfant Feeding Pt 2 - Partners, Pumping, and Planning AheadKatie & David continue the infant feeding conversation from last week and get into partner support, pumping, and planning ahead. Topics discussed include: Pumping basics Pumping as a part of breastfeeding plan and tool for success Pump types and reasons for choosing them Looking for the funny as a way to get comfortable Great way for Dads to pitch in and help Bouncing forward into new reality Dad Tips for feeding success Shift sleeping Health consciousness vs size consciousness Comfort cart basics...2022-05-1852 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidInfant Feeding Pt 1 - Breastfeeding BasicsKatie & David talk about infant feeding and planning for breastfeeding success. Topics discussed include: Breastfeeding - the expanded definition Feeding Baby, Protect milk production, breastfeed Connection and comfort Feeding challenges and the Birth Story Birth Team and continuity of care Better support systems lead to better outcomes Paths to success Raising a human, not managing an inconvenience Radical Acceptance and committing to the cause Dad support tips and tricks Take each moment as they come, one day...2022-05-1140 min
Dad So HardDads in Education - Vote for Your BOE - Guest Mike TretolaOur kids education is key. We are meeting up with Dad So Hard Nation father Mike Tretola to understand more about his passion to be involved in his daughter’s education and running for the local Board of Education. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Mike and what fathers think about and go through when it comes to help their kids with special needs.
check out more episodes from this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt L...2022-05-1034 minUncategorized – DadSoHardDads in Education - Vote for Your BOE - Guest Mike TretolaOur kids education is key. We are meeting up with Dad So Hard Nation father Mike Tretola to understand more about his passion to be involved in his daughter’s education and running for the local Board of Education. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Mike and what fathers think about and go through when it comes to help their kids with special needs.
check out more episodes from this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt L...2022-05-1034 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidWired to ConnectKatie & David discuss the amazing instincts of newborns, specifically those that support connection. Topics include: The dance of Nature and Nurture Love and connection are crucial needs Warm, safe, predictable environments Baby cues and responses Connect with Baby, and let them connect with you Eye contact and hand to hand touch Imitation and syncing up Active environment vs passive screen time Dad Zone play ***** Like what we have to say? Subscribe to the channel, like this show, and come...2022-05-0446 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidPostpartum Thriving - RelationshipsKatie & David explore Postpartum Thriving and how relationships fit into the picture. Topics covered include: Managing expectations Connection and compassion Space and Grace for each other Dude Zone to Dad Zone It's not forever, just for right now Obligation vs opportunity Dads feeling left out, 3rd wheel, and deprioritized with Baby now on the scene Bouncing forward, not bouncing back It's a whole new relationship as co-parents and partners in care Gentle touches and grey zones 2022-04-2738 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidPostpartum Thriving - Self CareKatie & David discuss Postpartum thriving by focusing on Self Care. Topics discussed include: "Bouncing forward" vs "bouncing back" Shuffling priorities and focusing on basic needs Name it to tame it, name and reframe Take a breath and make a shift The art of radical acceptance Co-parenting and compassion Fathers don't Mother Dads getting involved from day 1 Short self care moments Thoughts aren't facts, and this too shall pass Enjoy the small moments, invest in them to draw upon later2022-04-2043 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidPostpartum BoundariesKatie & David talk all about creating and enforcing healthy boundaries in late pregnancy and postpartum. Topics discussed include: Helpful Villagers vs Baby Tourists How to ask for help, and how to receive it Picking your team, and assigning their roles Looking for win-win-win Dads and partners Fixing vs holding space Code words Ground rules and chore lists "No" is your friend, and focusing on Baby ***** Like what we have to say? Subscribe to the channel, like this...2022-04-1152 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidThe BabymoonKatie & David explore the Babymoon timeframe and what you can do to have the best one possible. Topics covered include: Babymoon basics The womb to world transition Lavish Sisterhood, Limit Stuff Dad Tips and the Protect & Serve mantra Postpartum doulas and other helpful villagers Meal trains Code words, communication, and co-parenting ***** Like what we have to say? Subscribe to the channel, like this show, and come see us over at the Nest and Welcome To Fatherhood! For m...2022-04-1147 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidThe Birth StoryJoin in as Katie and David explore the big topic of the "Birth Story". Topics discussed include: What is the Birth Story, and why its important to think about it before heading into childbirth. Set yourself up for creating one that unites you and your partner as a great team as you head into the adventure of being parents together. Dad's role and how to win the Best Supporting Actor award. Combining flexibility to adapt to changing birthing circumstances with resilience in maintaining a sense of ownership over your choices. What...2022-04-1149 min
Baby Talk with Katie & DavidSeason 1 TrailerWelcome to your source for practical and experience-based discussions on babies, births, pregnancy, and early parenthood. Listen in each week as Katie DaMota, a postpartum doula and IBCLC-certified lactation consultant, and David Arrell, Men’s Coach and author of Welcome To Fatherhood, get together and bring real world experience and authentic voices to all things Baby. Get straight talk, down home perspectives, interesting experts, and honest opinions on real questions, concerns, challenges, and successes that come up frequently along the pregnancy to parenthood journey. ***** Like what we have to say? Subscribe to the channel, like th...2022-04-1006 minUncategorized – DadSoHardChris Meyer- Fathering Through the Years, On and Off the CourtThis week I’m joined by author and father Chris Meyer. His latest book “Four Months…And A Lifetime” is the touching true story of a father who coached his son’s basketball team from kindergarten through eighth grade, a remarkable nine-year journey with the same boys. Their final march to the eighth-grade season Championship is interspersed with the author’s own journey of falling in love with basketball in early-seventies New York, filled with anecdotes of Dr. J, sneaking into Duke’s Cameron Indoor Stadium, and playing pickup in Larry Bird’s home state of Indiana.
http://chrismeyerauthor...2022-01-3141 minDad So HardChris Meyer- Fathering Through the Years, On and Off the CourtThis week I’m joined by author and father Chris Meyer. His latest book “Four Months…And A Lifetime” is the touching true story of a father who coached his son’s basketball team from kindergarten through eighth grade, a remarkable nine-year journey with the same boys. Their final march to the eighth-grade season Championship is interspersed with the author’s own journey of falling in love with basketball in early-seventies New York, filled with anecdotes of Dr. J, sneaking into Duke’s Cameron Indoor Stadium, and playing pickup in Larry Bird’s home state of Indiana.
http://chrismeyerauthor...2022-01-3141 minPregnancy & Birth Made EasyDad's Role During Pregnancy & Childbirth with David ArrellIn this podcast episode we are interviewing David Arrell who is a dad, consultant and men's coach. He turned author with his book, "Welcome to Fatherhood", in which he consolidates the lessons learned from his experience being a dad for the first time. Through the book, David encourages men to more actively step into their supportive roles during pregnancy, childbirth, and the fourth trimester back home and gives them detailed and practical tips and techniques on how to do so.Don't forget to follow me on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over to w...2022-01-1243 min
The Postpartum Coach PodcastHonoring your Husband's Fatherhood Postpartum + New Dad Tips w/Author David ArrellDavid Arrell is author of the book Welcome to Fatherhood: A Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Fatherhood. In today's episode he speaks to dads at any stage, as well as us moms... Tune in to hear a guy's perspective, and be sure to send this one to your spouse. Buy his book HERE. David's site HERE. Work with Lizzie HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-12-3033 min
My Doula's PodcastEpisode 58: Interview with David Arrell Author of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood.Join us as we speak with David Arrell, Author of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood. We spoke with David about the Dad/Partner experience during the birth journey. David took his own experiences, reflected on those, and wrote the book that he needed during that time. David shares practical tips and tricks for connection and specific ways you can be a helpful and supportive partner during pregnancy, postpartum, and everything in-between. Website: www.welcometofatherhood.com2021-12-281h 21Uncategorized – DadSoHardDonte Palmer - Fatherhood and Bathrooms Have Never Looked BetterMeet Donte Palmer the everyday dad who become the leader of a culture revolution helping fathers around the world change diapers with the Squat For Change movement. @squatforchange Listen to his story and be inspired!
This episode is sponsored by the new movie American Underdog. When Kurt Warner and Zachary Levi get together to promote their upcoming movie American Underdog, the first thing that comes across is how well they get along. We had a great chat about the movie’s many fatherhood themes, the complicated relationships with their own fathers, and the unexpected joy Kurt felt sh...2021-12-1650 minDad So HardDonte Palmer - Fatherhood and Bathrooms Have Never Looked BetterMeet Donte Palmer the everyday dad who become the leader of a culture revolution helping fathers around the world change diapers with the Squat For Change movement. @squatforchange Listen to his story and be inspired!
This episode is sponsored by the new movie American Underdog. When Kurt Warner and Zachary Levi get together to promote their upcoming movie American Underdog, the first thing that comes across is how well they get along. We had a great chat about the movie’s many fatherhood themes, the complicated relationships with their own fathers, and the unexpected joy Kurt felt sh...2021-12-1650 minUncategorized – DadSoHardD'Anthony Ward - The Dad Vlog's Family FunMeet D’Anthony Ward the star, producer and business executive behind The Dad Vlog TV Series. https://www.thedadvlog.com/ D’Anthony share his life and insights weekly and is determine to be a positive role model to all men. Check out his clothing line supporting Kids Create Dope Humans : https://createdopehumans.com/
More episodes to come this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt Lake City, Father of three, Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Dad Influencer @sethstock
Jesse Redniss...2021-12-0848 minDad So HardD'Anthony Ward - The Dad Vlog's Family FunMeet D’Anthony Ward the star, producer and business executive behind The Dad Vlog TV Series. https://www.thedadvlog.com/ D’Anthony share his life and insights weekly and is determine to be a positive role model to all men. Check out his clothing line supporting Kids Create Dope Humans : https://createdopehumans.com/
More episodes to come this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt Lake City, Father of three, Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Dad Influencer @sethstock
Jesse Redniss...2021-12-0848 minDad So HardSean Hill - Epic Dad Life as a Stay at Home DadMeet Sean Hill a stay-at-home dad who’s taken over Tik Tok as EpicDadlife. Sean’s a father who chose his family to support and with his wife decided to be the stay at home parent. Here the challenges, benefits and good times that follow. For more Sean check him out at @epicdadlife on all platforms.
More episodes to come this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt Lake City, Father of three, Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Dad Influencer @sethstoc...2021-12-0544 minDad So HardMark Savant: Inspiring Better Fatherhood, Pulling from All Aspects of Your LifeMeet Mark Savant a father, entrepreneur and business coach. Here how you can bring what makes you successful at work to your full life and family.
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More episodes to come this season featuring:
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt Lake City, Father of three, Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Dad Influencer @sethstock
Jesse Redniss – Father of four, Tech Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist, Digital and Data M...2021-11-2942 minUncategorized – DadSoHardBob Rilling: Living Through Grief, Fathering In TimeMeet Bob Rilling a father of 3 who has survived the nightmare of having to bury a child. One of the hardest and most painful things a father can experience. Through his journey he was strong enough to turn to his family and friends for support. Nearly 8 years later he is able to reflect on his loss and inspire others on how not to be paralyze by grief and trauma but live through it all. Rare diseases need even more support. Alveolar Capillary Dysplasia #alveolarcapillarydsyplasia
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...2021-11-231h 02Dad So HardDave Arrell : Welcome To Fatherhood, Lessons from PregnancySeason 4 is here! Today’s episode features a deep dive into Dad So Hard with authoer of the Ultimate Man’s guide to the Pregnancy ‘WTF Welcome To Fatherhood” Mr. David Arrell Order today: https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Fatherhood-Pregnancy-Childbirth-Fatherhood/dp/B08GFX3PRR Great gift for any man who just found out he’s having a baby! Funny, fast-paced, and full of solid and practical … Continue reading 104 Dave Arrell : Welcome To Fatherhood, Lessons from Pregnancy →2021-11-1855 minUncategorized – DadSoHardSeth Marks : Note to Younger SelfSeason 4 is here! Today’s episode features a deep dive into Dad So Hard with Seth Marks, father of 3, entrepreneur, personal coach, influencer, future book author and current Husband star of Bravo’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City #RHOSLC.
More episodes to come!
Danny McCartney – Father of two, Dad So Hard Podcast Co-Host and Media Sales Executive @mccfartney
Seth Marks – Real Househusband of Salt Lake City, Father of three, Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Dad Influencer @sethstock
Jesse Redniss – Father of four, Tech Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist, Digital and Data Media Executive @redniss
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My Doula's PodcastEpisode 51: Interview with Jennifer Holshoe, CPMToday on the podcast we are joined by Jennifer Holshoe, CPM. Jennifer is a midwife in West Michigan. We sat down with Jenn to discuss homebirth midwifery and some of the common misconceptions surrounding homebirth. We touch on topics such as, how midwifery care differs from standard OB care, what the process of giving birth at home looks like, and what happens in the rare case that you need/want to transfer to the hospital. Show Notes:https://www.westmichiganmidwifery.com/Books: Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May GaskinThe Birth...2021-11-0950 min
Remarkable RetailThe Future of Grocery with Guests David Marcotte and Sylvain CharleboisNo part of retail has been facing more transformative forces than the grocery business. In this episode we explore how the retail food business is being disrupted with globally recognized experts David Marcotte, SVP at Kantar Retail and Sylvain Charlebois (aka "The Food Professor") Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University. We dive deep into how the pandemic accelerated online shopping the profitability challenges associated with home delivery, the importance of sustainability and more!But first we open up the episode with the Top 3 retail stories that caught our attention this past week, including lots of...2021-11-0937 min
The PUSH Revolution PodcastE62 WTF: Welcome To Fatherhood with David ArrellWelcome To Fatherhood, otherwise known as WTF! Author and dad David Arrell shares his tips on getting dads and dads-to-be more involved in pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. Check out David on https://www.welcometofatherhood.com www.postpartumPUSH.com https://www.instagram.com/postpartum.push/ https://www.facebook.com/thepushrevolution 2021-10-1953 min
Doing It At Home - The Home Birth PodcastWelcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood with David ArrellHow can fathers be prepared and support mothers during the pregnancy and birth experiences?This is the crux of David Arrell’s work as he helps partners to be helpful, supportive, involved and all the other great adjectives that benefit both parents.So this episode is absolutely one to have your partner listen to - either on their own or listen together as a couple.We break down how fathers can be prepared for what lies ahead and some tips for creating a team approach. Remember the manta: attentive, calm and competent!...2021-10-0654 min
Birth Story PodcastWELCOME TO FATHERHOOD BOOK WITH AUTHOR DAVID ARRELL ON PREGNANCY AND BIRTH STORY FROM HIS PERSPECTIVESHOW NOTES COMING2021-09-161h 24
The Nest on T.A.P.P.: Talks About Pregnancy and ParentingWelcome to Fatherhood with David ArrellIn this episode, host Katie DaMota interviews David Arrell. David is an author, entrepreneur, consultant, and men’s coach currently living in Colorado Springs, CO. He is passionate about coaching men on how to more fully embrace and embody healthy masculinity, especially through the powerful modalities of partnership and parenting. His most recent work in this area is the book Welcome To Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood, better known as WTF"During this episode, Katie and David share a few of the Big Ideas and Dad Tips from the book and speak wi...2021-06-1959 min
The VBAC Link179 David Arrell Welcome to Fatherhood (WTF) Tips for Dads!Dads are constantly flooded with messages to be helpful and supportive to their birthing partner, but where are those specific tips on how to do just that?Cue David Arrell. David has developed a passion for everything surrounding birth with his main focus centered around helping dads learn the things he wished he knew when he became a dad for the first time. According to his own words, “I am just a dude who has been through this journey.”With his very specific dad tips as well as big idea...2021-06-0247 min
Ask the Doulas PodcastWelcome to FatherhoodKristin talks with David Arrell, author of Welcome to Fatherhood. He talks about why he wrote the book then gets into some great tips for Dads and how to best support Mom! This one is a must listen!2021-05-2055 min
Birth With PowerEp 101: Coaching Dads Through the “WTF” Moments of Fatherhood with David ArrellDavid Arrell is an Author, Entrepreneur, Consultant, and Men's Coach. He is passionate about coaching men on how to more fully embrace and embody healthy masculinity, especially through the powerful modalities of partnership and parenting. His most recent work in this area is the book Welcome To Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood, better known as WTF.In WTF David encourages men to more actively step into their important supportive roles during pregnancy, childbirth, and the 4th trimester back home and gives them detailed and practical tips and techniques on how to do...2021-02-0256 min
The Food ProfessorStarting 2021 where it all begins - on the farm - with the new face of farming, Cherilyn Jolly-NagelWelcome to the The Food Professor podcast episode 17, I’m Michael LeBlanc, and I’m Sylvain Charlebois! The Food Professor is brought to you by omNovos, Canada’s digital customer engagement company. Start the new year with the gift of a personalized experience for your customers in 2021. Find out how you can Get Personal and Grow Sales with omNovos at www.realcustomerengagement.comWelcome back - our first episode of 2021, and back with a premier sponsor - special thanks to Andrew Armstrong and Alanna Leeks and the great folks at omNovos - long time listeners and supporters o...2021-01-0755 min
The Food ProfessorThe hot potatoe of increasing food prices, costs and "gift" of COVID-19 and guest David Marcott from Kantar talks grocery tech trendsWelcome to the The Food Professor, episode No. 4 - I’m Michael LeBlanc along with Sylvain Charlebois!Hot potatoe issue: Stats. Can reports some pretty startling numbers for increases cost of some products - what's going on here?Carrots, 29%Macaroni, 19%Potatoes, 16%Canned soup, 15%Canned tomatoes, 11%."You say new NAFTA I say CUSMA, crying over spilled milk, impacts on the dairy and other sectors of the new agreement coming into force July 1, 2020Totally Baked Idea: from illicit to essential for retail cannabis - has the Zamboni era of recreational cannabis really begun? April saw...2020-06-2550 min