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Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsThe Mama Manual - Unlocking Tips On Sleep, Safety, and Sanity With RN Antea ĆorlukaEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Antea Ćorluka, founder of The Mama Coach Ottawa and a former labor and delivery nurse with over 15 years of experience, joins Dayna & Kia for a conversation that bridges the gap between medical care and real-life motherhood. Drawing from her deep roots in the healthcare system and her passion for family-centered support, Antea shares how she now empowers moms through education, advocacy, and hands-on coaching — from sleep support and lactation to CPR and potty training. Together, they explore the importance of informed consent, trusting your instincts, and knowing that you deserve help in mot...2025-05-101h 03
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsKnead to Know: An RMT's Expert Advice on Perinatal & Infant MassageEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Jennifer Quilty, owner of Mellow Mama Massage and a passionate advocate for holistic perinatal care, joins Dayna & Kia to explore how bodywork — specifically massage and craniosacral therapy — can support both moms and babies in the postpartum period. With personal experience navigating early challenges with her own “tight” baby, Jennifer brings both clinical knowledge and deep empathy to the conversation. She shares how treating mom and baby as a connected unit can lead to better outcomes for bonding, development, and emotional well-being.Key Topics CoveredCraniosacral Therapy & Infant Massage Jennifer...2025-05-0354 min
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsFrom Sex to Sleep Deprivation: A Clinical Psychologist's Guide To Survive Parenthood IntimacyEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Dr. Arielle Buch-Frohlich, a clinical psychologist specializing in sex and couples therapy, joins Dayna & Kia to talk about what happens in relationships after babies. With expertise in perinatal and postpartum mental health, Dr. Arielle dives deep into the emotional and relational shifts that occur when you become parents. She offers compassionate, practical strategies for staying connected, managing expectations, and creating space for individual and shared growth.Key Topics CoveredRelationship Dynamics After BabyParenthood changes everything — including your relationship. Dr. Arielle explores how expectations shift, communication st...2025-04-261h 10
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsFeeding Without Fear: Breaking the Breast vs. Bottle Stigma With an IBCLCEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Alex Wachelka, IBCLC, joins Dayna & Kia to discuss the challenges and joys of breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and lactation support. As a certified lactation consultant and pregnancy/postpartum nutrition coach, Alex helps families navigate feeding difficulties and provides essential guidance for new moms. With a focus on education and support, Alex explains how lactation consultants can assist beyond breastfeeding, including safe formula-feeding and how to manage bottle-washing effectively.Key Topics CoveredSafe Bottle Feeding PracticesOne of the most common concerns for bottle-feeding parents is how to...2025-04-1954 min
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsThe Doula Difference: Support During Pregnancy, Birth, and BeyondEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Krista White, a professional doula and childbirth educator, joins Dayna & Kia to discuss the role of doulas in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. With extensive experience in supporting families, Krista shares insights on how doulas empower birthing individuals, help navigate medical decisions, and provide essential emotional and physical support. The conversation explores the impact of having a doula, the misconceptions around their role, and the importance of advocacy during childbirth.Key Topics CoveredThe Role of a Doula in Birth and PostpartumA doula provides continuous...2025-03-1554 min
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsThe Perinatal Path: Supporting Families After Birth And BeyondEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Debbie Fazio, the Founder and President of Precious Moments Babeez, and Creator of Sleepy Babeez Program, joins Dayna & Kia to discuss motherhood and parenthood. Debbie has a variety of qualifications from Advanced Sleep Consultant, Registered Perinatal Support Worker, Doula, and Happiest Baby Instructor to support families from pregnancy into the first few years of life. The discussion explores the impact of social stigma, the importance of making individual choices that work for each family, and the role of community support. The conversation highlights personal experiences, professional insights, and the need for judgment-free...2025-03-081h 11
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsPelvic Floor Power: Strength Through Pregnancy, Birth, and BeyondEpisode OverviewIn this episode, we dive into the importance of pelvic floor health with one of the co-founders of Bloom Integrative Health and Movement Center. We explore how pelvic floor physiotherapy supports women through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. The discussion covers common concerns, treatment options, and the evolving awareness around women’s health.Key Topics CoveredPelvic Floor Physiotherapy & Women's HealthIntroduction to Bloom Integrative Health and Movement Center, a female-focused, family-friendly clinic specializing in pelvic floor physiotherapy.The clinic’s pre- and postnatal care approach, including how pelvic floor ther...2025-03-0152 min
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsThe Naturopathic Journey: Answers for Pregnancy and BeyondEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Dr. Carly King, a licensed naturopathic doctor, shares her journey into naturopathy, her personal experience with pregnancy and birth, and the challenges she faced with medical care. The discussion highlights the role of naturopathic medicine in women's health, the gaps in conventional maternal care, and the importance of informed decision-making.Key Topics CoveredNaturopathic Medicine and Women's HealthDr. Carly King introduces naturopathy as a holistic approach to healthcare.Her journey into naturopathy was influenced by her struggles with debilitating migraines, which conventional medicine failed to resolve...2025-02-211h 04
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsA Series Of Rare Events: From IUD Pregnancy, To Spontaneous Twins, To a CSF LeakEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Alisa shares her unexpected journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum challenges. She became pregnant while on a copper IUD in the thick of COVID, living in a small community where she faced unique struggles, including a flood. Restrictions due to the pandemic meant no partners in the ultrasound room, isolation, and her parents unable to visit her baby for months.Later, when her child was 18 months old, she decided she wanted one more. She bought a new car to fit a family of four and was excited about the future...2025-02-151h 14
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsPlease God Don't Let Me Die: Part OneEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Kia shares her deeply personal journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum complications. She discusses her medical challenges, including antibiotic-resistant infections, kidney stones, hemorrhaging, and the emotional toll of being dismissed by medical professionals and loved ones. This is part one of her story, covering her first pregnancy and the severe complications she endured.Key Topics CoveredPregnancy ChallengesKia initially thought she had a smooth pregnancy but later realized the complications she endured.Experienced severe cystic acne starting at 6-8 weeks.Developed an antibiotic-resistant UTI (Enterococcus) that...2025-02-0846 min
Birth, Babies, & Busy MomsDon’t Forget the Forceps: Part OneEpisode OverviewIn this episode, Dayna opens up about her personal journey through the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. She shares the medical difficulties she and her baby faced, including complications from the use of forceps during delivery, and discusses the emotional process of healing. This episode marks the first part of her story.Key Topics CoveredPregnancy ChallengesDayna experienced a kidney infection early in her first pregnancy, which required hospitalization.She dealt with low iron levels during her second pregnancy, necessitating iron infusions.During her first...2025-01-3143 min