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The MamasteFit Podcast131: Maximizing Birth Prep with Prenatal Yoga: Insights from Deb FlashenbergIn this episode of The MamasteFit Podcast, Roxanne welcomes Deb Flashenberg, a prenatal yoga instructor, doula, and childbirth educator. They discuss the impact of prenatal yoga on birth preparation, emphasizing its benefits for building both physical and mental flexibility. Deb shares her journey into prenatal yoga, the transformation of her teaching approach, and the importance of understanding the biomechanics of the body. The episode also highlights the critical role of community and mental preparation during pregnancy and postpartum. For those preferring prenatal yoga or seeking a non-weightlifting exercise routine, Deb recommends finding instructors with a deep knowledge of anatomy...
2025-09-2444 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBirth Story: A Deep Belief in a Desired VBAC with Jessie ValentineCommunity birth stories are, for me, some of the most important episodes to share on this podcast. Oftentimes, we’re overwhelmed with negative birth narratives, which can impact one’s confidence in their ability to birth. I feel passionate about hearing, and sharing, stories where individuals acknowledge their birthing anxieties but ultimately overcome them.Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Jessie Valentine. Jessie is a registered dietitian who specializes in fertility and perinatal nutrition, a registered prenatal yoga teacher (and PYC teacher training grad!), and a postpartum doula servicing Nassau and Suffolk counties of NY...
2025-01-081h 00
Yoga Birth BabiesWork Better as a Team! How to NOT Resent your Partner Postpartum with Lauren A. Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD, PMH-CHave you thought about how your relationship with your partner may be affected during the postpartum period? Today’s podcast topic came from my students. I noticed a heated conversation happening before my postnatal yoga class one day. Several students had gathered together and were talking about how they felt anger and resentment towards their partners. They felt like so much of the burden of being a new parent fell on their shoulders. I observed rage, tears and deep emotions during this discussion. After this conversation, I was inspired to create a podcast about relationships during the postpartum period. I found a spea...
2024-01-1740 min
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Benefits of Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy with Dr Elliot BerlinHave you ever wondered why some babies naturally go head down around 34 weeks and others don’t? Or why some births progress quicker than others? A lot of it has to do with what’s happening inside your body! For a variety of reasons there might be constrictions or imbalances limiting baby’s movement. Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies we’re taking a dive into understanding how chiropractic care works, how it benefits baby, pregnancy, and your body. As well as the Webster technique, what it is and how it can encourage baby to go head down. We’re also going t...
2023-05-3152 min
Yoga Birth BabiesReconnecting with Your Partner After Baby with Ashley MarianiWe have a hot topic on the podcast today, sex after baby. For many couples this aspect of the relationship can be strained or even nonexistent. From birth trauma, to fear, pain, feeling uncomfortable in your body, or completely disconnected from your partner, postpartum sex is a complicated issue.To take on this issue, I invited Ashley Mariani MSW RSW onto today’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies. Ashley is a clinical social worker specializing in couple’s perinatal mental, emotional, and sexual health and is a fierce advocate against obstetric violence. We start our convers...
2023-05-1752 min
Yoga Birth BabiesWhen Your "O" Stands for Ouch with Christina WalshSometimes after baby your “O” can stand for ouch! Yes, today we’re talking about sex after baby. For many pelvic floor dysfunction turns what was once a pleasurable part of life into something painful. This pain doesn’t have to be permanent though and with the help of a PT you can have a better quality of life. On today’s episode of Yoga| Birth | Babies I speak with Christina Walsh a physical therapist specializing in integrative manual therapy and co-creator of Tighten Your Tinkler to take a very deep dive (pun intended) into the pelvic floor. If you...
2023-04-2653 min
Yoga Birth BabiesWhat You Need to Know About Preconception & Prenatal Genetic Testing with Kira DineenThere are a lot of genetic tests out there for those planning a family and those expecting their little one. It can be rather confusing which tests you should get and why. Many families are also concerned about how invasive the tests are and how accurate the tests are, and what they should be doing with their results. To dive into this conversation of prenatal and preconception genetic testing on Yoga| Birth| Babies I have Kira Dineen MS, LCGC, CG(ASCP)CM a certified genetic counselor who has been specializing working with pregnant folks and helping people pla...
2023-04-1957 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow To Introduce Allergens to Your Baby with Katie FerraroIf you’ve begun or are about to begin the process of weaning your baby, food allergies might be at the top of your mind. With so many people having serious reactions to common foods such as milk, eggs, shrimp, and peanuts you might find yourself wanting to put off giving these foods to your baby. But is that a good idea? And even if you’re ready to test these foods out, you might be wondering how a choking hazard like peanut butter can safely be given to an infant. On today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| B...
2023-04-1241 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow to Prepare Your Home for Baby to Thrive the Montessori Way with Jeanne-Marie PaynelWhen you think about preparing your home for the arrival of your new baby your mind might go to a place of baby-proofing and purchasing toys and gear like cribs and high chairs. However, what if you home didn't need more stuff? Today we're looking at how to create an environment that encourages your baby's growth and honors their developmental stages through the Montessori lensTo have this conversation, I invited Jeanne-Marie Paynel onto Yoga | Birth | Babies. Jeanne-Marie is a parenting mentor, Montessori home consultant, a doula, host of The Art of Parenting podcast and founder of Your...
2023-03-291h 01
Yoga Birth BabiesHow To Name Your Baby & Choose A Name You Love with Sophie KihmHave you been struggling to name your baby? Maybe there’s a name you love but your partner hates, or maybe you’ve named your baby and you think you made a mistake, what can you do?Listen to today’s podcast! We have such have such a fun show for this week’s episode of Yoga | Birth| Babies. I invited Sophie Kihm, baby naming expert and editor in chief of Nameberry to join me. She has such an interesting approach to choosing baby names. Though I’ve already named my children, I found the baby nami...
2023-03-2236 min
Yoga Birth BabiesAll About Pumping with Heather ONeal CNM, IBCLC & Maureen Farrell CLC DEM from Milk Minute PodcastPumping is a pretty hot topic among new parents. As a matter of fact, when I polled my postnatal yoga students on what their current concerns were and what they needed support with, nearly everyone had a pumping question. Whether they were getting ready to go back to work or just wanted to spend a little time away from baby, the questions were pretty similar. From how often they should pump, to how much they should pump, to the best pump, and taking care of their pump, everyone felt uncertain about what they were doing.While I...
2023-03-1558 min
Yoga Birth BabiesWhy Your Baby's Position Matters for an Easier Birth with Ann Gilligan RN, LNC, RPYTIf you’ve been listening to the podcast for a bit, you likely know that something I’m incredibly passionate about is optimal fetal positioning. In part it’s because of my own experiences with birth going from a very long first birth to a much more efficient second birth. When a baby is better aligned in the body, birth can be more efficient. So how do we set ourselves and our babiess up for this more optimal positioning and a more efficient labor? Well there are a few things one can do, today we’re going to dive into som...
2023-03-081h 02
Yoga Birth BabiesHow to Advocate for Yourself During Your Pregnancy and Birth with HeHe StewartImagine, you’re at your 38 week check up and your care provider wants to do a cervical exam. For some people this might sound great, but what if it doesn’t? Do you have to have the exam because your care provider suggested it? What about continuous fetal monitoring during your labor, birthing on your back, or limited contact with your baby after birth? If these things are hospital policy, are you and your family required to comply? The answer may surprise you, you’re allowed to say no. So how do you respectfully communicate your desires and bou...
2023-03-0144 min
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Process of Weaning with Dr. Lilly Hubschman-Shahar DNP, RN, NNP-BC, IBCLCWeaning either from breast or bottle feeding, can be a very controversial topic. From when you should do it, to how should you do it, many parents are left feeling frustrated, confused, and even bereft. It’s been a popular topic of late at PYC and this podcast comes by request from my students in Postnatal and Baby & Me classes. I did an extensive search to find my guest for today’s episode of Yoga | Birth| Babies, to discuss weaning today we have Dr. Lilly Hubschman-Shahar registered nurse, neonatal nurse practitioner, IBCLC and Vice President of Nest Collab...
2023-02-0840 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBirth Team Do's, Don'ts, and Red Flags with Sarah Lavonnne RNC-OB, ICCE, CLECToday we have a really fun and interesting educational podcast. It’s all about building your birth team from your care provider, to your birth partner, to other support people you might have like a doula and childbirth educator. Building your birth team is an aspect of birth you have some control over, so it’s important to do your research, ask the right questions, and make sure you feel truly comfortable around and supported by all members of your team. So what should you be looking for in your team? What should you be taking them? And what red...
2023-01-1159 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPregnancy and Parenting as a Millennial with Dr. Christine SterlingDid you know millennials tend to be more likely to have high blood pressure during pregnancy than previous generations? So why is it that millennials are having such a hard time as parents? Today’s podcast is for all those that were born between 1981-996 and let’s even say a little beyond, (we’re going to dip into Gen-Z a bit too). So I’m talking to you, the millennial, about why pregnancy and parenthood is so difficult for your generation.My guest to have this conversation on Yoga| Birth| Babies is Dr. Christine Sterling, and she has wh...
2023-01-0450 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBirthing In a Disabled Body with Lo NigroshToday we’re diving into a topic I’m a bit embarrassed we haven’t covered at this point. We’re often talking about a conscious effort for inclusion and yet we haven’t had a podcast conversation about birthing with a disabled body, so we'll be diving into that today. For those who are disabled there can be certain needs that need to be met. It's also extremely important to be recognized as an individual and to be able to receive care that treats you like one, not just a blanket policy. To have this co...
2022-12-2848 min
Yoga Birth BabiesFluid Birth Plans with Liesel Teen BSN, RNIf you’re pregnant you may find yourself scrolling through Tik Tok or instagram, happening upon a video or post and thinking “I want my birth to look like that.” Whether you’re thinking about the music you’d like to hear during birth or figuring out what type of pain management you’d like these preferences are often referred to as a birth plan. In today’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies we’re going to talk about birth plans or maybe you want to call them birth preferences or fluid birth ideas (my guest Liesel and I say fluid bir...
2022-12-1453 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow Motherhood Looks Around the World with Ana TajderMothers are everywhere, in every country all over the world. While our cultures might be different, I wondered if the lessons we impart on our children were similarly different or actually rather similar. To answer this question, I have Ana Tajder as my guest on Yoga| Birth| Babies today. Ana is an award winning international journalist, author, and host of Thank You Mama, a podcast in which she interviews women from all around the world about the most important lessons they learned from their mothers. I will say I had the honor to be a guest on her...
2022-12-0747 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Challenges & Triumphs with Anna GreenbergIf you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while you know I love the community birth stories, so that’s what we have today. We have one of our community members sharing her birth story. In this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I am delighted to chat with Anna Greenberg. Not only is she a member of our community having gone through her pregnancy with us but she also did our teacher training back in 2020. Anna has been teaching yoga and meditation in New York City for the past twelve yea...
2022-11-1653 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPelvic Organ Prolapse with Jeanice Mitchell PT, MPT, WCS, BCB-PMDIf you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while you know that anytime I can talk about the pelvic floor, it puts a smile on my face. Today’s conversation does exactly that. We’re talking about pelvic organ prolapse and the role the pelvic floor plays in supporting those organs or maybe not supporting those organs so well. To have this conversation, I welcomed Jeanice Mitchell to Yoga| Birth| Babies. She’s a physical therapist with advanced training and certifications in women’s health, biofeedback, and pelvic health and founder of the popular instagram @mypelvicflo...
2022-10-1251 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow To Use Spinning Babies for A Smoother, More Balanced, and More Efficient Birth with Gail TullyIf you could choose between a functional efficient labor or a dysfunctional and inefficient labor I’m guessing you would choose functional and efficient labor. I have been to many births as a doula and I’ve had 2 kids of my own. While the body may need time to open to let the baby descend and rotate, it can be a lot on the parents and support team to go through the experience of a long labor. Today on Yoga| Birth| Babies I have midwife Gail Tully of Spinning Babies back on the podcast. This is...
2022-09-141h 13
Yoga Birth BabiesBirth Not Required with Jessica LorionToday I have a unique podcast episode for you. I’m calling it birth not required. Many times people make the assumption that unless you’ve had a baby you should not be supporting pregnant folks. They wonder how someone could possibly relate to what a person feels when they’re going through birth. Personally, I had Prenatal Yoga Center for many years before I had my first child. I was a labor support doula, prenatal yoga teacher, and a lamaze teacher. Sometimes people would say to me “but you’re not going to understand what I’m going through.” An...
2022-08-3142 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: An Empowering Hospital Birth with Arlynn VillanuevaToday we have one of my favorite kinds of podcast episodes, we have a community birth story. I love hearing from the community and hearing your birth stories. Today’s story is special for a few reasons. A big reason I wanted to share this story is that it’s about an amazing and empowering hospital birth. Many times when we think about hospital births, we think that you have to come in super defensive, have your walls up, and be ready to fight for your choices. But today’s guest Arlynn shares that for her, that was not the ca...
2022-08-241h 01
Yoga Birth BabiesPPA/PPD Medication & Breastfeeding with Heather ONeal & Maureen FarrellTaking medication while breastfeeding, even taking something as common as Tylenol can be controversial. So what about parents on or who need to start taking medicine like Zoloft, Prozac or other psychotropic medications? Is it safe for both parent and new baby? Today we’re going to talk all about postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression medication and breastfeeding. There are lots of thoughts, stigmas, and fears about this, so I wanted to get to the bottom of breastfeeding your child while taking any sort of mood stabilizing medication. In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I invited...
2022-08-101h 01
The Milk Minute- A Lactation PodcastThe Power of Postpartum Yoga- Interview with Deb FlashenbergYoga gets thrown around as a lifestyle 'cure-all' for a lot of pregnancy and breastfeeding issues, but can it really help? Today Maureen and Heather interview Deb Flashenberg, founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC and host of the podcast Yoga | Birth | Babies. Join the Milk Minute to learn all about postpartum healing through the practice of yoga!Learn more about Deb and her yoga classes at PrenatalYogaCenter.com or find her on social media.Facebook - Prenatal Yoga Center Instagram - @PrenatalYogaCenterPodcast - Yo...
2022-08-0549 min
Yoga Birth BabiesOvernight Postpartum Doula Care with Kristin RevereWhen I was pregnant with my first, instead of asking for clothes, onesies, and all of the stuff babies come with I asked for hours with a postpartum doula. My friends pooled their money and got me a day of postpartum doula support and it was the best gift I received. My husband and I were literally waiting on pins and needles for our doula to arrive after my son was born. Despite being a doula and having attended many births, I held my son and thought what do we do with this new baby? Our doula arrived and...
2022-07-2042 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: An Accidental VBAC with Sydney MulliganThis episode is one of my favorite things we do on the podcast, sharing community birth stories. We have different members of our online or in-person community share their experiences. I love it. Not only do I love getting to know our community members a little bit better but I think it’s so important to put out a variety of birth experiences. There’s not one right way to birth. All of the different experiences shared will land with people differently and different people will relate with them.In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies I welc...
2022-07-1355 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow Does Hypermobility Affect Your Pregnant Body? with Libby Hinsley PTDid you know that mobility and flexibility increase in the pregnant body? And that this “borrowed flexibility” lingers in the postpartum body? Thanks to the hormones of pregnancy, primarily relaxin our ligaments relax to allow space in our pelvis to deliver a baby. Unfortunately relaxin doesn’t just go straight to our hips, it loosens the ligaments in our entire body. This hypermobility can easily lead to injury, especially in a yoga class. Today on Yoga | Birth| Babies we’re combining two of my favorite topics into one conversation. We’re going to talk about yoga and anatomy , spe...
2022-06-291h 01
Yoga Birth BabiesNewborn Procedures Explained with Dr. Tracey AgneseClose your eyes and think about what you hope the first moments after your baby is born will be. You might be imagining cuddles, skin to skin contact, or little one crawling up you for their first feed. However in addition to the cuddles, there are a number of routine procedures your little one will need to go through to ensure their health. From eye drops and a PKU screening to your little one’s APGAR score, and first bath there are a lot of standard practices that take place right after baby is born. So, are any...
2022-05-2552 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Surrendering to the Unexpected with Hannah WeaverI love community birth stories. I think it’s fantastic to hear about a variety of different birth experiences, maybe something different than you’ve imagined or you had. It’s also a wonderful way for me to reconnect with our students and the community at PYC.In this week’s episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies I speak with new Mom, Hannah Weaver. There are a few things I love about Hannah’s story. First of all, I absolutely adore Hannah. We got to know each other throughout her time at PYC. Her birth experience shows that birth can u...
2022-05-1850 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow Much Does It Cost To Have A Baby In The US? with Dr. Ashley BurkmanHaving a baby is expensive, but how much does it really cost? Even with insurance supporting you, there can be a number of surprising costs. So how can parents to be plan for the bill? In today’s episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies I speak to naturopathic doctor Dr. Ashley Burkman whose personal experiences navigating health care costs have led her to speak on the topic of health care costs. Dr. Burkman discusses understanding what is covered by insurance (and how to figure this out), the No Surprises Act, deductibles, lowering the cost of birth, what to do if...
2022-05-1148 min
Yoga Birth BabiesMother’s Day Special: The Best Of Motherhood (Part 2)Welcome back for part 2 of our Mother’s Day Special! Over the years I have had the honor of speaking to some truly incredible professionals in the perinatal field. Choosing my favorite episodes was a difficult task so we decided to release a second episode as our gift to you!In this best of episode we talk about feeling sexy as a mother, overcoming shame, the value of postpartum education, mom guilt, martyr mode and perfectionism, and going back to work as a mom. These conversations were often sparked by my own challenges as a mot...
2022-05-0557 min
Yoga Birth BabiesMother’s Day Special: The Best Of Motherhood (Part 1)Sunday is Mother’s Day and we have a very special 2 part episode this week in celebration! In honor and gratitude to all of the mothers and mother figures in our community we put together an episode filled with insight and advice from some of my favorite episodes about motherhood. In this best of episode we talk about self care as a mother, finding community and friendship, avoiding burnout, and how to have a kid and a life. As a Mother’s Day bonus we have a 2nd episode dropping tomorrow! Tune back in Thursday when we’ll talk...
2022-05-0457 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDoes A Cesarean Birth “Save Your Vagina” & Other Myths Busted with Dr. Janelle HowellI’m so happy that the pelvic floor is finally getting its moment to shine. This incredibly important set of muscles impacts our breath, continence, helps keep our organs in place, and affects our day to day comfort. It certainly deserves our attention! However not all of the information people are sharing about it is factual and some of these myths can lead to real physical issues over time. Today I’m speaking with Dr. Janelle Howell, DPT, WCS about these common myths. From assumptions like a cesarean birth will prevent prolapse and keep things tight, or that K...
2022-04-2748 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHealing From A Cesarean: What It's Like and How To Optimize Your Healing With Sara Reardon And Jessica RealeApril is Cesarean Awareness month, and since roughly one third of American Babies are born this way I thought this episode was incredibly important to re-release! Cesarean sections rank among the top surgical procedures given in the US. Since it’s such a common procedure, it can be easy to forget that it’s major abdominal surgery. New parents are sent home with the daunting task of caring for a newborn and healing from surgery often with little support.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Sara Reardon and Jessica Reale, two doctor...
2022-04-2057 min
Yoga Birth BabiesWhat’s It Like To Heal From A Vaginal Birth? With Morgan MichalowskiAs expectant parents we spend so much time preparing for birth and life with a baby, often we forget about the recovery our bodies and minds need after labor. Between our culture and our medical system healing from birth is greatly overlooked and under discussed. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies we turn the attention back to the birth parent. I speak with Morgan Michalowski, a certified nurse midwife, women’s health nurse practitioner, international board certified lactation consultant, doula, and mother all about vaginal birth recovery. From muscle soreness, to bleeding, tears, prolapse, hormon...
2022-04-1358 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Processing a Fast Birth with Alisone BonafosIf you could choose between a short, fast labor or a long, slow labor, I’m guessing you would choose short and fast. But a precipitous labor can come with some unexpected complications for both the new parents and baby. In today’s episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies I speak with Alisone Bonafos who joined our community during her pregnancy as a part of our yoga classes and teacher training. In addition to sharing her surprising birth story Alisone has fantastic insight about coming through to the other side of birth. She openly shares her experi...
2022-04-0653 min
Yoga Birth BabiesNewborn and Childhood Vaccinations with Dr. Ana-Maria TempleThe vaccination schedule for your baby can feel daunting. It also may seem a little strange, you might wonder why a newborn needs to be protected against Hepatitis B? Between frequent visits to the pediatrician and fears you might have over adverse reactions to the vaccines, many parents wonder how they can best support their child. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies I speak with holistic pediatrician Dr. Ana-Maria Temple about newborn and childhood vaccinations. In an easily digestible manner, she explains the vaccines babies are given and why they are given at such a young age...
2022-03-301h 03
Yoga Birth BabiesWhy we MUST talk about how we really feel about Parenting with Rachel BaileyParenting. Let’s talk about it. Whether your child is 6 days or 6 years old parenting can lead to a mix of feelings from love and joy, to judgement, expectation, and frustration. Sometimes this can leave you feeling not so great about being a parent. In this week’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with Rachel Bailey, a parenting specialist, mother of 2, and therapist. We dive into what it really is to be a parent nowadays. Rachel provides actionable steps we can take when we feel discomfort in the parenting role from journaling, to mindset shifts, to teac...
2022-03-2347 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea BrennanHaving a baby is expensive! So, how can we prepare for the expected and unexpected costs that come with having a child? In this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with financial educator and founder of Smart Money Mamas Chelsea Brennan. From getting a clear picture of your current financial state, to understanding how to prioritize and prepare for baby expenses, Chelsea gives simple exercises that will help you understand your family money values, how to choose a money mantra, and how to prepare for the many expenses that come along with parenthood.I sug...
2022-03-1656 min
Yoga Birth BabiesTearing Versus An Episiotomy with Dr. Heather JeffcoatYou may have heard it’s easier to repair a straight and even cut as opposed to a jagged tear from vaginal births. But is this something that’s actually supported by medical evidence or merely a falsehood passed down about birth?In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies I talk to Dr. Heather Jeffcoat DPT all about tears and episiotomies. If you experienced either of these in your birth, how you can help your pelvic floor heal and if you’re pregnant preparing for birth what you can do to prevent either of these from happening...
2022-03-0951 min
Yoga Birth BabiesUnderstanding Attachment and Bonding with Your Baby with Bethany Warren, LCSW, PMH-CMeeting your baby for the first time is love at first sight right? For many of us, this isn’t the case. Personally, meeting my son for the first time left me wondering what I was supposed to be feeling. Whether this idea of instant love and connection is something you’ve learned from movies and tv shows or the stories shared by family and friends, it’s ok if that’s not your experience. In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with Bethany Warren, LCSW, PMH-C about bonding and attachment with your baby. Bethany sha...
2022-03-0253 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Home Birth with Erin AmatoCommunity birth stories are incredibly special. Not only is it an honor to be a part of your journey in pregnancy, but I love hearing what happened at the birth you were preparing for, as well as how you’re doing postpartum!In today’s episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies I speak to PYC regular and mother of two,Erin Amato. While Erin’s first birth was at a hospital, her second birth was at home. We discuss the ways Erin prepared for a home birth, her support team, her birth story, and what helped her feel safe, sup...
2022-02-2353 min
Yoga Birth BabiesGroup B Strep (GBS): What Is It & What If I Have It? With Dr. Tara M. RandisDid you know that 1 in 4 pregnant people carry Group B Strep (GBS)? You might be wondering why we don’t hear about it until we’re pregnant? You may also be wondering if it’s dangerous, if there’s anything you can do to prevent it, and if you have it, how does it affect your and your baby’s care.In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak to professor and neonatologist Dr. Tara M. Randis all about Group B Strep. From screening, to symptoms, and treatment Dr. Randis covers everything you need to know to understa...
2022-02-1643 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow Stress Affects Your Pelvic Floor with Hayley Kava PT, MPTIf speaking in front of a group of people, taking an exam, or being in a new place ever left you urgently finding the nearest bathroom, you’ve had first hand experience of how stress can impact your pelvic floor. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies I speak with Hayley Kava PT, MPT about the role stress plays in pelvic floor health. Hayley explains how our nervous system interacts with the pelvic floor both physically and chemically. She discusses her approach as a PT helping clients manage their stressors before working directly with the pelvic floor muscl...
2022-02-0957 min
Yoga Birth BabiesShame Proof Parenting with Mercedes Samudio, LCSWFor those who have sweat through your child having a full on meltdown in the middle of Target. For those who have felt judged by others or responsible for your child’s behavior. For those who have felt shame as a parent, this podcast episode is for you. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with licensed psychotherapist, parent coach, speaker, and bestselling author, Mercedes Samudio. Mercedes started the #EndParentShaming movement as well as coined the term Shame-Proof Parenting – using both to bring awareness to ending parent shame. Mercedes shares how shame has infi...
2022-01-0547 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPostpartum Hormones Explained With Aviva Romm M.D.Throughout pregnancy, your hormones are surging. Your estrogen is up 1000 fold, progesterone has increased 10 fold and relaxin is now present. Then you have your baby, the placenta is delivered and your hormones plummet like you are free falling off a mountain top.This major hormonal shift can create havoc for the new parent’s body and mind. It’s often the missing piece to better understanding the full picture of postpartum recovery. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Yale-trained MD, midwife, and herbalist, Dr. Aviva Romm. She gives the low down on what i...
2021-12-221h 01
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Breech Baby, Cesarean Birth with Christa NaderImagine teaching prenatal yoga for years and envisioning how your birth will unfold. Then learning that your baby is breech and despite many attempts to turn baby head down, you will need a cesarean birth. This is what happened to Christa. In episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with founder of KITH & KIN, yoga teacher, and new mother Christa Nader. Christa shares how she wrapped her mind around changing her birth plans and how she prepared for her cesarean birth. Personally, my biggest take away from this conversation was how beautiful and powerful Christa’s birth was...
2021-12-0859 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDiastasis Recti and the Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sarah DuvallDiastasis recti and the pelvic floor have fortunately become part of the conversation in prenatal and postpartum wellness. With knowledge comes power, confidence and choices. Pregnant folks and new parents are no longer in the dark about what is happening to their body and can take an active role in helping to restore and heal postpartum. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, it is my great pleasure to speak with women’s health and fitness specialist and founder of Core Exercise Solutions, Dr. Sarah Duvall. Sarah and I geek out and talk about diastasis...
2021-12-0157 min
Yoga Birth BabiesAm I More Than A Parent? with Katherine "Kat" CaseyHave you ever looked at an old picture of yourself before kids and thought about how much your life has changed? Crossing the threshold into parenthood isn’t about simply adjusting to life with a child. It’s a remarkable transformation to one’s personal identity and how you relate to the world around you and within relationships. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with the director and founder of The Root Therapy NYC, Katherine Casey, LCSW about identity outside of parenthood. Kat gives suggestions on preparing for the shift into parenthood and creati...
2021-11-2457 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBabies, Birth Flow And Balance The Spinning Babies® Way with Gail TullyI recently returned the Spinnig Babies Parent Educator Training and have been so inspired by the work that I wanted to re-release this wonderful and insightful conversation with Spinning Babies® founder, Gail Tully. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, Gail Tully (CPM) explains Spinning Babies® methodology and shares how the baby’s position and the pregnant body impacts the birth flow. She also reveals what to do prenatally to enhance your chances of being one of those fortunate people with a well balanced body and a functional birth. (Hint: prenatal yoga is a pretty smart choice!) So if you ever...
2021-11-171h 14
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Importance of Postpartum Education with Dr. Jane ShomofAs a childbirth educator, I am thrilled that I see so many people putting thoughtful effort into learning about their options for birth and thinking about their birth values. Unfortunately, the same rigor is not often put into postpartum education. Not just how to change a diaper or feed your newborn, but the emotional rollercoaster of postpartum, and the messiness of parenthood.In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with Doctor of Clinical Psychology and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dr. Jane Shomof. Jane and I discuss the importance of postpartum planning and as w...
2021-11-1053 min
Yoga Birth BabiesGetting the Support You Need Throughout Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum with Jada ShapiroDid you know that the memory of your birth and your satisfaction with it directly correspond to how you perceive being treated during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum? This is a big reason why it’s important to make sure you’re getting the support and respect you need throughout your whole journey of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. In this week’s episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with maternal health expert and the founder of Boober, Jada Shapiro. Jada and I dive into the specific topics you should discuss with your birth team before your birth (including...
2021-11-031h 00
Yoga Birth BabiesUnderstanding Trauma Informed Yoga as a Student and Teacher with Taylor WrayMore than half of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their lives. Up to 45% of new parents report their birth was traumatic. Given the prevalence of trauma in our population and specifically the perinatal community, it's important that one’s yoga practice supports healing not further trigger trauma. For yoga teachers it's necessary to understand how to support students with knowledge of trauma informed yoga. As practitioners, knowing how to adapt your own practice from a trauma-informed lens and what boundaries to expect from your teacher, may help support your healing. In this epis...
2021-09-2946 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHaving A Baby After 35 with Dr. Shannon ClarkThere’s a lot of fear surrounding age and pregnancy. It’s as if awakening on your 35th birthday renders you conceptionally challenged. But why has that pressure been put on people? What does it really mean to have a baby after 35? And, what can we do to increase fertility at 35 and beyond?In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with Shannon M. Clark, MD, MMS, FACOG, double board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Maternal-Fetal Medicine SpecialistShannon’s no nonsense approach offers the facts and busts the myths about birthing “later in life”. We a...
2021-09-2255 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Exploring Your Choices In Childbirth with Kate MeredithPregnancy and new parenthood are often isolating and people are feeling it now more than ever. This is one of the reasons why we put such a heavy emphasis on community building at PYC and share birth stories. In this episode of Yoga |Birth |Babies, I have the honor of listening to the birth story and pregnancy journey of one of our community members, Kate Meredith. Kate joined the PYC community at the start of Covid and in the very early weeks of her pregnancy. She shares the role community played for her during quarantine, obstacles she enco...
2021-09-1557 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow to Have a Kid and Life: A Survival Guide with Ericka SóuterCan you have a child and a life? That question is answered by this week’s guest, Ericka Sóuter, journalist and author of the book, How to Have a Kid and Life: A Survival Guide.In this week’s episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, Ericka lays out what it means to continue to escalate in one’s career while still being present as a parent. She also gives solid advice on the importance of boundaries and how to set them as well as finding personal space in your life. This is a must listen to episode...
2021-09-0855 min
Yoga Birth BabiesIs That Normal? What To Expect From A Newborn with Dr. Tracey AgneseNewborn babies have some peculiar quirks, habits, and bodily functions. If you’re entering parenthood unfamiliar with what’s normal and what isn’t you might be scared or deeply concerned by things that are pretty routine for new babies. In this episode of Yoga |Birth|Babies, board-certified Pediatrician and IBCLC, Dr. Tracey Agnese demystifies the behavior of newborn babies. She goes over many things from oddly colored baby poop, to irregular breathing patterns, to signs that something is really wrong and you should consult your doctor. Learning about what is normal to expect from your little one will...
2021-09-0145 min
Yoga Birth BabiesHow Does Stress Affect My Pregnancy? with Parijat DeshpandeThere’s a reason this podcast caught your eye, likely because you're feeling a bit stressed and want to know how this could affect your pregnancy and baby. While stress is a normal part of life, especially at times of great change, like pregnancy and new parenthood, it could create imbalances in the nervous system, endocrine system, and immune system. In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with the leading integrative high-risk pregnancy specialist and author, Parijat Deshpande. Parijat explains what exactly is stress and how our bodies react to stress. She als...
2021-07-0755 min
Yoga Birth BabiesToxic Metals in Commercial Baby Food & Baby's First Foods with Malina Linkas MalkaniYou may have seen the February 2021 Congressional Report stating there are toxic metals in commercial baby. It definitely made me stop in my tracks when I first learned about this. Interestingly enough, toxic heavy metals in baby food in not new news. (Yes, even the organic baby foods!) So what does all this even mean? Are you now making all your own baby food? Before you toss all your jarred baby food and start on your home garden, take a listen to today’s podcast. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with Malina Linkas Malk...
2021-06-0955 min
Yoga Birth BabiesEffective Strategies for Common Parenting Challenges with Dr. Heather MaguireParenting has been a very humbling experience. My children are incredible teachers showing me where I lack patience and need to adjust my behavior in order to help them self regulate and defuse tense moments. I’ve found myself being more REactive to their behavior rather than PROactive which often elevates tantrums, defiance, and frustration. If you can relate to any of this, today’s podcast episode will be a game changer for you!In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral, Dr. Heather Maguire. Heather breaks down why certain behavior patte...
2021-04-071h 08
Yoga Birth BabiesFinding Birth Flow Within A Hospital Setting with Adriana Lozada..Birth has so many unknowns including not fully knowing the scenario and care provider you will be encountering upon entering a hospital or birth center. Common situations are bound to arise that may derail the laboring person’s birth flow/physiology. It is important to have tools to help combat this predicament.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with certified Advanced Birth Doula (DONA International), a postpartum educator, a healthy sleep consultant and eco-maternity consultant, and host of the Birthful Podcast, Adriana Lozada. She and I enjoy a lively and informative co...
2020-12-231h 20
Yoga Birth BabiesDue Dates & Induction with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsDue dates, that looming day etched in your mind when your journey through pregnancy will come to an abrupt ending. But how accurate are these given dates and what happens if that day comes and goes? In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies I speak with board-certified, practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins. Nicole shares an open and honest discussion on the pros and cons of waiting for labor to start on its own, labor induction, and what’s considered “full term”. We also discuss if a “big baby” or a schedule really is a medical...
2020-12-1656 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBeing Transformed by Birth and YogaIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies we dive into the topics I love most, yoga, birth and babies! Renowned yoga teacher, podcast host and yoga business strategist, Mado Hesselink shares her journey from her early 20s having her first child and to her late 30’s when having her second child. Mado also discusses how she balances being a yoga practitioner, teacher, and a parent. This powerful episode really has something for everyone... Expectant parents, New parents, yoga teachers, and yoga practitioners.Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show no...
2020-11-251h 07
Yoga Birth BabiesCommunity Birth Story: Pregnancy As A Queer Person and Woman of ColorWhen Catalina reached out to share her birth story, I was struck by the powerful words she used to describe her birth, “I was able to make empowered decisions without shame.” Immediately, I knew there was a story to explore and wanted her as a guest on the podcast. With no time wasted, Catalina responded that as a woman of color and in a same-sex relationship, she loves sharing her story of both how she got pregnant and about her amazing pregnancy and birth.In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, new parent, Catalina Restrepo, shares her story...
2020-11-041h 01
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Science of Covid & Its Effect on Pregnancy with Dr. Marta PerezIn this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with board-certified OB-GYN and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Marta Perez on what we know about the science of COVID, it’s effect on pregnancy and fetal and neonatal risks. Dr. Perez helps demystify some of the data and clarifies the effects of COVID on the different systems in the pregnant body. She also explains what is currently understood about the risk of COVID to babies and developing fetuses.For those who may feel overwhelmed and unclear about COVID and pregnancy, this podcast will bring some pea...
2020-09-0953 min
Yoga Birth Babies“Parenting As An Exhausted Parent” & How To Not Lose Your Cool With Your Kids! with Rachel BaileySigh…exhaustion! As a parent, who isn’t exhausted at times? What parent struggles with not losing their cool with their kids at some point? How do parents let go of the facade of control they think that have over their kids? In this episode of Yoga| Birth|Babies, I speak with Clinical Psychologist and Parenting Specialist, Rachel Bailey. She gives solid and practical strategies for helping parents reconcile arguments, deescalate when they feel triggered, and truly take care of their own needs. For any parent who has felt overwhelmed or exhausted, this podcast is for you.
2020-08-1944 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDevelopment, Emotional, and Social Milestones with Nekole Eaton of Kids OT HelpHave you ever wondered what the appropriate milestones are for your baby? What is there to do if your child is not meeting these benchmarks?In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with pediatric occupational therapist, Nekole Eaton. Nekole specializes in child development and shares her deep knowledge about expectations and variations in reaching developmental milestones. She also explains the importance of social and emotional intelligence milestones and self regulation. This podcast can help calm the minds of new parents as they watch their children grow. Get the most out of...
2020-07-1557 min
Yoga Birth BabiesImproving the Birth and Health Outcome for Black Moms and Babies“There is a significant amount of evidence that shows that healthcare providers hold stereotypes based on a patient’s race, class, sex, and other characteristics. This influences their interpretation of behaviors and symptoms, and even their overall clinical decisions.”states this week’s podcast guest, Alexandra Samuel-SturgessThe CDC reports that black mothers in the US are 3 to 4 times more at risk of maternal mortality regardless of socioeconomic status and education than white women. These statistics are just the beginning of shining a light on the racial disparity seen in the birthing world.
2020-06-031h 00
Yoga Birth BabiesUnderstanding Postpartum Hormones with Aviva Romm MDHave you ever wondered why postpartum people wake up with night sweats? Or find their hair falling out? Did you know there is a huge hormonal disruption once the placenta is delivered and that leads to hormonal levels plummeting? This major hormonal shift can create havoc for the new parent’s body and mind. It's often the missing piece to better understanding the full picture of postpartum recovery. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Yale-trained MD, midwife, and herbalist, Dr. Aviva Romm. She gives the low down on what is in the...
2020-03-041h 00
Yoga Birth BabiesPrenatal Weight Shaming with Jen McLellanOne Wednesday morning, during circle time, a student bravely spoke up about an experience she had at her last prenatal appointment. Her doctor told her she had gained too much weight between visits. The woman left her appointment upset, ashamed and confused about what to do next. Upon hearing, I too was confused and had no answer to give her other than weight gain is not linear and not be so hard on herself.That conversation inspired this episode of Yoga|Birth |Babies with Jen McLellan. Jen is a certified childbirth educator, published author, speaker, founder of...
2019-09-2549 min
Yoga Birth BabiesAll Things Cervix with the Birth KweensIt is very possible that you never thought much about your cervix until you became pregnant. Once you're hovering around your due date, it can become a prime concern. At each weekly exam, you may be wondering, “How dilated am I?”, “Does that mean labor might start soon, or do I still have a ways to go?” Depending on the results of a cervical exam you may be in a tailspin of excitement, disappoint, or simply confused by what you heard.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with the hosts of the podcast Birth Kweens...
2019-09-181h 07
Yoga Birth BabiesA Brutal, Amazing, and Magical Birth with Caprice AbowittWhat is it like for a birth doula, childbirth educator, and prenatal yoga teacher to experience birth with so much knowledge and experience coloring her lens of labor? Many may think it, with all the preparation and knowledge, it would be smooth sailing. Well, life and birth unfolds in it’s own wild ride no matter who you are and what you bring to the table. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with certified yoga instructor, birth doula, and childbirth educator, Sage Caprice Abowitt.Caprice opens up about what she calls her “Brutal, Amazing, and...
2019-08-2158 min
Yoga Birth BabiesLearn to Surrender Your Yoga Practice with Kelly SunroseNot long ago, I had the pleasure of being a guest on the Yoked podcast with Kelly Sunrose. During the conversation which started off mainly talking about prenatal yoga, Kelly and I started to discus the impact of yoga on pregnancy and birth. I was not surprised to hear of the challenging labor, birth and postpartum that Kelly, a very experienced yoga practitioner endured. Kelly’s story, like my own, carried similarities that I had heard from many, many other yoga teachers. Was there a correlation between an advanced practice and a challenging birth?In this episode of...
2019-08-1559 min
Yoga Birth BabiesAn Ancient Map for Modern Birth with Pam EnglandWelcome to part two of the Birthing From Withinfocused podcasts. Recently, I embarked on the path to becoming a Birthing From Within Mentor. The process to becoming a mentor is multilayered but starts with a weekend intensive course called Crossing the Threshold. Right after attended the weekend course, I recorded last week’s podcast with Koyuki Smith, one of the weekend mentors. So I thought it only appropriate to pull out of the archives my conversation with the founder and creator of the Birthing From Within Method, Pam England.In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I sp...
2019-05-2242 min
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles and Optimize Your FertilityHow amazing is it that the documentary, #Period. End of Sentence, a film about menstruation just won an Academy Award!For years talking about periods was a closed subject. But now tides are turning and many people consider menstruation the “5th Vital Sign.” Disruptions in one’s cycle can predict potential health issues, give us insight to optimal fertility and a deeper understanding and appreciation of our own bodies.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack about menstruation, fertility, ovulation. For those who wa...
2019-02-271h 12Yoga Birth BabiesFinding Birth Flow within a Hospital Setting with Adriana LozadaBirth has so many unknowns including not fully knowing the scenario and care provider you will be encountering upon entering a hospital or birth center. Common situations are bound to arise that may derail the laboring person’s birth flow/physiology. It is important to have tools to help combat this predicament.
In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with certified Advanced Birth Doula (DONA International), a postpartum educator, a healthy sleep consultant and eco-maternity consultant, and host of the Birthful Podcast, Adriana Lozada. She and I enjoy a lively and informative conversation about how to help empower th...
2019-01-231h 20
Yoga Birth BabiesYour Inner Baby Carriage with Jill MillerHave you ever felt like you don’t understand your changing pregnant body? Perhaps you no longer feel like you can find good, supportive posture, or take a satisfyingly deep breath?If so, then this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies will help you understand how your inner structure, what Jill Miller, yoga teacher and co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide, calls the “inner baby carriage” can help create ease and comfort in your ever changing pregnant or postpartum body. This podcast is a rich conversation about anatomy, yoga, and the importance of self care massage.For mo...
2018-12-0655 min
Yoga Birth BabiesSpinning Babies Founder Gail Tully and the Importance of Fetal PositionFailure to progress is the number one reason first time mothers end up having an unplanned cesarean birth. Many times the cause of the cervix failing to open is related to the baby’s position and how is it rotating through the pelvis and applying pressure onto the cervix. While some misalignments may not be able to be corrected, learning how to create balance in the birthing person’s bony pelvis and soft muscle tissue can best support baby’s chance of finding an easier exit.In today’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have the pleasure...
2018-10-311h 08
Yoga Birth BabiesPlan to Support Yourself: The Necessity of a Postpartum Mental Health Check InWith the myriad of nursery decor, strollers and baby gadgets, it is not surprising the amount of time and effort new parents spend on preparing for the arrival of their new family member. Unfortunately, the check list of preparation rarely makes it to setting up support for the new parents postpartum. With the current rate of PMAD, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety disorder, hovering around 20%, clearly this is an area that needs heavy consideration and attention. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Evelyn Gama, LCSW who specializes in perinatal mental health.Evelyn discusses the s...
2018-10-2452 min
Yoga Birth BabiesReducing Unnecessary Cesarean Birth With Dr. Neel ShahThe current US cesarean rates hover around 33%. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the cesarean rate should fluctuate between 10-15%. They even state “Cesarean section rates higher than 10% are not associated with reductions in maternal and newborn mortality rates” and that “every effort should be made to provide caesarean sections to women in need, rather than striving to achieve a specific rate”. Clearly there is need to further exams why cesareans are performed at such a high rate and what can be done to lower them. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak OB/GYN, Dr. Nee...
2018-08-2345 min
Yoga Birth BabiesAll About Breastfeeding's Lori IsenstadtIn this episode, I speak with IBCLC, Lori Isenstadt, from the podcast, All About Breastfeeding. Lori breaks down some of the misconceptions about the first few days of breastfeeding and offers honest and practical information for anyone looking to breastfeeding their newborn. She also discusses the role of a lactation consultant and what one can expect from this working relationship.For the full show notes including how to connect with Lori and resources mentioned in this episode visit: prenatalyogacenter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-05-0654 min
Yoga Birth BabiesCommon Sense Pregnancy with Jeanne Faulkner RNIn today’s episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I have the pleasure of speaking with Jeanne Faulkner R.N. Jeanne initially wrote for FitPregnancy, penning the column “Ask a Labor Nurse.” She has since written 2 books, Common Sense Pregnancy and The Complete Illustrated Birthing Companion. She hosts 3 podcasts Common Sense Pregnancy (she had me as a guest too, check out ep #106), CARE Action!, and Activists on the Line! Today we talk about her experiences in the labor and delivery room and how that led to her foreign assistance lobbying. We also cover how care during pregnancy is affected when we come...
2018-03-2141 min
Yoga Birth Babieseaching Prenatal Yoga with Deb Flashenberg, Founder of the Prenatal Yoga CenterIn this episode of “Yoga | Birth | Babies,” I take off my interviewer hat and become the guest speaker! For the past 17 years I have had the joy and honor of leading group yoga classes as well as teacher trainings. In this podcast, I breakdown the principles from which I teach and train other teachers. For those who are new to teaching or just students who want to better understand my methodology, I hope you enjoy!In this episode, I cover:
The importance of seeing your students!
Learning from your best teachers, your students.
The pros and cons of...
2018-02-0823 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPreparing Your Finances for Baby with Amy Brackett CFADid you know it will cost a middle-income couple slightly more than $245,000 to raise a child born in 2013 to the age of 18?! On this episode of “Yoga| Birth | Babies,” I speak with financial advisor, Amy Brackett. She and I discuss the daunting task of getting personal finances in order for the transition into parenthood. For anyone who is not already a financial advisor, this podcast will help demystify how much childhood really costs and how to best plan and prepare for it!In this episode:
Some of the biggest mistakes new parents make in terms of their f...
2018-01-0542 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBelly Binding with Lindsey Vestal of The Functional PelvisIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with owner and founder of the The Functional Pelvis, occupational therapist, Lindsey Vestal. This is Lindsey’s second time on the podcast and it is always such a joy to geek out with her as we discuss women’s health issues with the pelvic floor. Today we focus on belly binding. What is it? Why do it? And what are the harms that can come from it? This episode is important for new and expectant mothers and birth workers. Hope you enjoy!Get the most out of ea...
2017-08-2545 minYoga Birth BabiesVBACs, Breech Babies, & Twin Births with Dr. Stuart FischbeinIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with obstetrician, international speaker and author, Dr. Stuart Fischbein. We speak about VBACs (vaginal births after cesareans), breech babies and twin vaginal births. For pregnant women and birth workers, this podcast is not to be missed!
Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com
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2017-05-031h 02
Yoga Birth BabiesMeema Spadola on Finding Support After Birth with a Postpartum DoulaIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Postpartum doula, Meema Spadola. Meema dives deeply into the the profession of the postpartum doula and all the amazing support they offer. New and expectant moms, this podcast will be invaluable!Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.comIf you love what you’ve been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|BabiesTo connect with De...
2017-04-0149 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDr. Jack Newman of the Newman Breastfeeding ClinicIn this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with renowned breastfeeding expert, Dr. Jack Newman. My goal of this podcast is for women to make informed, educated choices about why they may or may not choose to breastfeed. We focus specifically on how to hep the mother who chooses to breastfeed get a good start in the first 48 hours of baby’s life.Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.comIf you lov...
2017-04-0153 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDr. George Mussalli of Village ObstetricsIn this episode I speak with the very experienced, compassionate and knowledge, NYC obstetrician Dr. George Mussalli.The reason I sought out Dr Mussalli for this podcast was for listeners to hear an OB speak about interventions, care practices, and maternal age among some other topics. Many women only get to speak with their care provider for a very short time during office visits and often leave not fully understanding what they may encounter during their birth or even simply how the current birth trends may directly affect their birth.Get the mo...
2016-10-311h 14
Yoga Birth BabiesMindful Parenting with Hunter Clarke-FieldsFor those of us as parents who find ourselves struggling to react calmly to our children’s myriad of behaviors and feel by the end of the day, we are overwhelmingly exhausted, this podcast is for you! Today’s guest is a Mindful Mama Mentor and creator of the podcast The Yoga Story Project, Hunter Clarke-Field. She and I dive deep into the subject of Mindful Parenting.Personally, this conversation with Hunter inspired me to start my own 30 Day Mindful Parenting Challenge, which has forced me to take more responsibility for my actions and intentions as a pare...
2016-09-2649 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPostpartum Depression with Michelle Canarick Ph. D.For today’s podcast Deb has invited Dr. Canarick to speak about Postpartum depression. She and Deb discuss ways you can recognize PPD and how to find loving support in your community. Michelle Canarick is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the mother of two young children. As a psychotherapist and a mother, she empathizes with the experience of building a family and provides individual and group therapy to mothers, children, and adolescents through her private practice, NYC Mom Support, on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. Her approach is grounded in the concept of empathy and providing practical techni...
2016-08-2950 min
Yoga Birth BabiesYoga In the 1st Timester with Deb Flashenberg“Should I practice yoga during my 1st trimester?” is a question that I am asked quite frequently. Like so many pregnancy topics, you’ll come across a variety of opinions and ideas, many of which conflict. In today’s podcast I explore the hormonal and physiological changes that occur in the body during pregnancy and how this can affect your yoga practice. I also review poses you may want to stay clear of! To read more on the topic check out my blog: http://prenatalyogacenter.org/blog/yoga-in-the-first-trimester/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
2016-08-0817 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDoula 101 with Terry RichmondWe are delighted to welcome Terry Richmond back to the podcast! Terry is one of the most sought after doulas in NYC and Deb’s doula mentor. Listeners may remember her previous episode “How to Navigate the Hospital System and Have an Empowered Birth.” Today we are focusing on Doulas. This episode is geared toward women considering hiring a doula as well as new doulas. Terry talks about her role as a doula and the support she offers. Additionally she talks about how she balances life with her doula work and what she does to avoid burn out. It is a j...
2016-08-011h 03
Yoga Birth BabiesIs Your Fitness & Yoga Routine Helping Or Hindering Your Birth? with Deb FlashenbergWorking out while pregnant can be great for you and your baby, boosting your mood and helping you get a better night of sleep. In today’s episode Deb delves deeper into the pros and cons of various workouts and the effect they can have on the pregnant body and your birth. “Embrace pregnancy as a time to slow down, deeply listen the needs of your baby and body and surrender to the transition of motherhood.”Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other relate...
2016-06-1323 min
Yoga Birth BabiesWhy I Chose A Home Birth with Deb FlashenbergHow a mother chooses to birth is very personal. While I was pregnant, I kept my birth choices private. I am a prenatal yoga teacher, labor support doula and Lamaze teacher; I didn’t want my students to feel I disapproved of their birth plans based on the fact that I was preparing for a home birth. I came to my decision rather organically from attending hospital births for over ten years. I witnessed what hospitals had to offer to a low-risk woman and I did not want fight to have the birth I envisioned. Home birth is not for...
2016-05-0917 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDancing With The Fear of Birth with Deb FlashenbergDeb discusses the effects of fear on labor, and the importance of taking some time to uncover your personal fears around your upcoming birth. Join us as we learn how to dance with the fear.Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.comIf you love what you’ve been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|BabiesTo connect with Deb and the PYC Community: i...
2016-05-0119 min
Yoga Birth BabiesBallerinas and Babies: American Ballet Theater’s Kelley Potter Discusses Motherhood and DancingIn today’s podcast I had the privilege of interviewing Kelley Potter, ballerina for American Ballet Theater. Kelley openly talks about balancing life and career as a professional ballerina and the struggles she has faced. Kelley’s honesty and candor is sure to inspire you!For more about Kelley visit ABT.orgGet the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.comIf you love what you’ve been listening to, please leave a rating...
2016-04-2536 min
Yoga Birth BabiesThe Birth of Yoga | Birth | Babies with Deb FlashenbergI am so excited to announce the birth of my podcast Yoga | Birth | Babies! If you’re curious about what sparked the creation of the Prenatal Yoga Center then this first episode is for you. I share my journey from Godspell to creating a community of Birth Goddesses!Please share, subscribe, and rate us. We have a some amazing guest interviews coming up discussing yoga, birth, babies, and everything in between. You won’t want to miss the wisdom these women have to share.Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show...
2016-03-2120 min