Mom Friends

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Last Episode of Season 1! Sleep Updates Jun 07, 2021

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Join your cohosts as they close out the season with a sleep update from their own daughters! Stay till the end to hear a couple other stories sent in by YOU! Find more sleep without sleep training updates in Rachael's IG highlight "sleep stories" @heysleepybaby
Please leave us a rating and review if you've enjoyed the season. We're so thankful for you all!
xo Rachael & Kara Ann
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Simple & Sustainable Parenting with Lindsay Short May 31, 2021

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Join Rachael as she speaks with Lindsay Short of @simply.sustainable.parenting as they discuss how to reduce clutter and overwhelm when it comes to baby "stuff" and how to make sustainable choices from diapering to playroom items!
Lindsay is a family life educator with years of experience as a life coach. She facilitates conversations to empower parents to make the best decisions for their children.

Website: www.simplysustainableparenting.com

Upcoming Workshop: https://simplysustainableparenting.com/new-products/nomorecrapworkshop

Baby Tummy Issues: Reflux, Colic, and Allergies with Dr. Julia Getzelman May 24, 2021

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Join Rachael and Dr. Julia Getzelman, founder of GetzWell Pediatrics in SF, CA, as they talk about all things baby gut! Poop, gas, colic, allergies, reflux, "colic" and starting solids are discussed.
They also chat about the current state of pediatrics in the US and the need for more holistic and functional medicine.
About Dr. Julia Getzelman

Julia Getzelman, M.D. founded GetzWell Pediatrics in 2008 with a passionate commitment to bring pediatric functional medicine to San Francisco. Dr. Getzelman graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Stanford University with Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa. She later earned her medical degree from Yale University and completed her residency at Children’s Hospital Oakland. Thereafter, she was an attending physician in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric clinic at Highland, Oakland’s county hospital, and also worked at After Hour Pediatrics in San Mateo. In the 5 years before founding GetzWell, she practiced at Sutter-Saint Luke’s Health Care Center in San Francisco’s Mission District where she provided whole kid care to over 1200 patients. She is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Getzelman believes that many factors contribute to health and illness: nutrition, physical activity, emotional/psychological stresses, and the environment, among others. She has a special interest in how nutrition and intestinal health contribute to overall wellness. To that end, she completed the core curriculum of the Institute for Functional Medicine in 2007. Dr. Getzelman has additional training in homeopathy and applied nutritional biochemistry/food as medicine as well as in using genetic polymorphisms as a guide for treating a variety of chronic problems like ADHD, anxiety, behavior issues, autoimmunity, etc. Dr. Getzelman grew up in California and is the oldest of five children. She loves the outdoors and is fascinated by nature. She comes from a musical family, has sung in a variety of venues over the years, and recently recorded Asturiana, a compilation of soothing classics and lullabies. She has a passion for romance languages and is fluent in Spanish and Italian. Dr. Getzelman lives in San Francisco with her husband.
Follow GetzWell @getzwellpediatrics or get in touch for your in-person or virtual visit on their website https://getzwell.com/

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Tips for Traveling with Babies and Toddlers May 17, 2021

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Join Kara Ann and Rachael on this episode of Mom Friends all about traveling with little ones. We discuss practical tips we learned from personal experience through travel at different ages and stages.
In This Episode:

Car Seat Safety: Michelle @safeintheseat - she has a car seat safety course and great recommendations for travel car seats
Cling Sunshades for the Car
Travel Stroller: Ergobaby Metro
Indestructibles Books

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Navigating Friendships with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer May 10, 2021

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Join Rachael as she talks with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer about how relationships with friends change after having kids, what we can do about it, and how to know when it's time to say goodbye. We talk about navigating "friendship breakups" and how to make new friends.
Dr. Miriam Kirmayer is a clinical psychologist and leading friendship expert who has
studied the science of friendship and social connection for over a decade. Her work focuses on helping others navigate life transitions, cultivate resilience and self-
compassion, and build stronger relationships with the people who matter most. Dr. Kirmayer’s words and advice have appeared in outlets such as The Atlantic, CNN,
Forbes, The New York Times, TIME, and Vogue. She is a featured expert for Psychology
Today and Women’s Health and a frequent guest on television shows and podcasts,
including The TODAY Show and NPR. As a speaker and consultant, Dr. Kirmayer
partners with businesses and organizations on events, initiatives, and global studies
related to social connection and mental health. Whether Dr. Kirmayer is working one-
on-one with clients or sharing the science of connection and compassion, her goal is to help others create meaningful relationships and fulfilling lives.
Dr. Kirmayer lives in Montreal with her husband and their sweet, curious, and spirited
son, Liam. She is currently writing her first non-fiction book on adult friendships.
Connect with Miriam and learn more about her work at MIRIAMKIRMAYER.COM
Follow @miriamkirmayer on Instagram
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Baby Sign Language with Laura Payne May 03, 2021

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Join Kara Ann and guest Laura Payne for this episode of Mom Friends. We discuss American Sign Language and baby sign language, how learning signs can be a wonderful tool to help ease frustration and hep your baby communicate and more.
Laura is a Baby Sign Language Expert and Coach for parents of babies and toddlers. Laura is a former Teacher of the Deaf, now combining her passion for the Deaf culture and ASL with her identity as a mother. Her mission is to be a resource for you to unlock the key to earlier communication and reduced frustrations for your baby or toddler with sign language. Laura's approach uses ASL signs, teaches strategies for success, how to start & continue to grow.
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Breastsleeping & The Sleep Industry with Lindsey Shipley, IBCLC Apr 19, 2021

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Join Rachael and Lindsey Shipley of @lactationlink as they discuss Lindsey's journey as a mother of 3, bed sharing and misinformation regarding bedsharing/ breastsleeping, SIDS, and the infant feeding & sleep industry at large.
Trigger warning: SIDS & Infant Death is discussed in this episode.
Lindsey Shipley is an RN, Childbirth Educator, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, cancer survivor, and mom of 3. After being a labor and delivery RN for 5 years, Lindsey saw too many moms feel scared and unsure when it came to breastfeeding. She overheard lots of differing opinions and conversations on “the right way” or “the best way” to breastfeed. It’s no wonder moms can feel overwhelmed and unsure. Lindsey set out to change all that with Lactation Link! When her second baby was six weeks old, she was diagnosed with cancer and went through two years of treatment. With education and support, she was able to reach her own breastfeeding goals despite facing that challenge. That experience made her passionate about creating a breastfeeding resource families knew they could trust when they experienced challenges of their own. Through the Lactation Link online classes and support forum, she has created reliable, research-based information that is also easily accessible. She is based in Utah, but her customer base is everywhere because of her online classes and e-consults.
Find Lindsey on IG at @lactationlink
Lactation Link Courses here!
Safe Infant Sleep by Professor James McKenna
Safe Sleep Seven Guidelines here
Rachael's Webinar on Safe Bed Sharing here!

Postpartum Expectations, Recovery and Returning to Fitness with Leah Barto Apr 12, 2021

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Join Kara Ann and guest Leah Barto on this episode of Mom Friends. Leah is a birth doula, the program director at Birthfit, a gym owner and a mom of two. She shares realistic tips for postpartum recovery, asking for help as well as setting boundaries, slowing down and returning to fitness and more.
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Postpartum Anxiety & Intrusive Thoughts with Kate Borsato Apr 12, 2021

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Join Rachael as she chats with therapist Kate Borsato (@kateborsato on IG) about postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and realistic ideas for self care.
Kate is a mental health therapist and educator for moms as they transition to and through motherhood. She creates online programs, workshops, and many free resources to help moms find their calm in motherhood without losing themselves.
Find Kate's offerings below!
Link to Anxiety Course: https://kateborsato.lpages.co/manage-mom-anxiety-course-april-2021/
Website: https://kateborsato.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateborsato/

Postpartum Mental Health Support & Resources at https://www.postpartum.net/

Preconception Nutrition with Registered Dietitian Ayla Barmmer, RD - Creator of Full Circle Prenatal Mar 29, 2021

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Join Kara Ann and Ayla Barmmer, MS, RD, LDN on this episode of Mom Friends where we discuss postpartum nutrient needs, preparing for subsequent pregnancies, pregnancy spacing, pregnancy loss, pre and postnatals and more.
We do discuss the sensitive topic of pregnancy loss during this episode.
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