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Unpopular opinion: A healthy mom and healthy baby are NOT enough. Why don’t we pay attention to a mother’s experience and perceptions of her birth enough?

I’m an L&D nurse revealing insider secrets that you won’t learn in your standard childbirth ed class. We explore every facet (from opposite extremes) of not just birth, but the experience of womanhood and childbearing. Along with women sharing their experiences vulnerably, a slew of experts gift us with knowledge we never thought we needed. I throw in an extra layer to the discussion by exploring the implications of Judaism and Jewish culture on the reproductive experience. This show spans way beyond pregnancy and birth, with topics on sex, birth control, birth trauma, perinatal mental health, postpartum realities, breastfeeding, sleep training, diet culture, infertility, realities of our healthcare system, Jewish law, and so much more.

The information here is not intended to give you medical advice or replace the care of a qualified healthcare provider.

Latest Episodes:

39. Perinatal Fitness & Healing From Miscarriage w/ Fitness Trainer Sarah Isaacs Mar 22, 2022

Show notes

Sarah Isaacs is a fitness trainer who specializes in perinatal fitness. Sarah's compassionate approach to encouraging women to get strong both during pregnancy and regaining their physical strength after birth is refreshing and motivating. She discusses how fitness should be modified during these times and how having her own children has influenced her work. Additionally, Sarah talks about her recent miscarriage and the physical recovery that it entails - something that's often overlooked and seldom addressed.

You can find Sarah on Instagram: @sarahisaacs_

Learn about Yoledet Community here. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. New: Want a gift? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts to get either 90 days of free YC membership or 20% off my After the Birth online course. Just take a screenshot and email it to chanie@yoledetacademy.com with your gift choice.

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Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

38. A Peek Into The NICU World w/ Tori Meskin @nurse.tori_ Mar 15, 2022

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Tori, as a seasoned NICU nurse and social media personality, reveals what it's like working with the tiniest humans on earth. This is a great listen for anyone expecting - even if you don't anticipate your baby needing to go to the NICU. Our conversation is validating to current or past parents of NICU babies and helps their loved ones understand how to support them.

You can find Tori on her website and Instagram. Listen to her podcast, The Cellfie Show wherever podcasts are streamed.

Learn about Yoledet Community here. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. New: Want a gift? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts to get either 90 days of free YC membership or 20% off my After the Birth online course. Just take a screenshot and email it to chanie@yoledetacademy.com with your gift choice.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

37. The Good Mother Illusion w/ Nechama Cohen Mar 01, 2022

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Nechama, a singer-songwriter, life coach and content creator, recently had her first baby. She infuses her birth story with her trademark authenticity and vulnerably reveals the struggles, self-judgment, and disappointments that came along for her with new motherhood. Nechama gets real about the side of new motherhood that most experience, but few are brave enough to talk about.

Nechama's YouTube channel:

https://youtube.com/channel/UCICV0TVqhBBzIymGxah8PKw

Nechama's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nechamamusic/

Nechama' website:

https://www.thisisrealization.com/

Learn about Yoledet Community here. Sign up for my After the Birth course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery. New: Want a gift? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts to get either 90 days of free YC membership or 20% off my After the Birth online course. Just take a screenshot and email it to chanie@yoledetacademy.com with your gift choice.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

36. Epidurals - Who Should and Shouldn't Get One Feb 16, 2022

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You might have a strong opinion on whether you do or don't want an epidural - but you can't make a truly informed choice about it if you don't have all of the information. In this episode, I cover in-depth what exactly an epidural is, what the insertion process looks like, how it works, and the risks and benefits. Epidurals work most of the time, but everyone's nightmare is an ineffective epidural. That doesn't mean you're doomed though. I teach you about common problems and how to troubleshoot because a lot of times you can fix them. Plus, I answer some common questions that come up and workarounds for those who have a contraindication for an epidural.

Learn all about the new Yoledet Community here. Get a 30-day free trial when you sign up. Sign up for my "After the Birth" course to learn how to thrive during your postpartum recovery.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

35. Integrating Intuitive Eating During Pregnancy w/ Rachel Goodman RDN Feb 08, 2022

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Now that we've established that diets are harmful, in this final, third part of the Health At Every Size Series, Rachel Goodman, an Intuitive Eating registered dietician nutritionist, gives us practical tools of how to incorporate healthy nutritional habits into our lives. She talks about the common challenges with food that may surface during pregnancy and how to integrate intuitive eating with conventional prenatal nutrition advice - especially in the context of a health complication, such as pregnancy-induced diabetes.

Rachel Goodman is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Entrepreneur, Public Speaker, and Mom of 3 who understands the challenges of juggling life, work, and taking care of yourself. She is passionate about helping women stop being at war with food and their bodies and helping them cultivate a healthy relationship with food as well as fostering a positive body image through the lens of self-care and compassion, so they can show up fully for their life and live at their highest potential.

Rachel helps women rid themselves of food rules, guilt, and binge eating, and heal their relationship with food through coaching, public speaking, her online courses, and Instagram platform where you can follow her @dietitian.rachelgoodman

She is also the host of the More Than What You Eat Podcast available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. If you struggle with binge eating or food chaos, you can download her free guide: 3 Steps to Stop Feeling Out of Control with Food here: https://rachelgoodmanrd.kartra.com/page/7NG39

Learn all about the new Yoledet Community here. Get a 30-day free trial when you sign up.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. New feature: you can also now rate the podcast on Spotify.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen on. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

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34. Challenge Your Beliefs About Fatness w/ Rachel Tuchman Part 2 Jan 22, 2022

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In this second part of a 3-part series on Health At Every Size, and how it relates to the perinatal period, Rachel Tuchman LMHC joins us once again to further challenge the traditional belief that weight loss in and of itself is the solution to better health. She expands on the harm of diets and moralizing of food, solutions for how to confront the stigma of high weight gain during pregnancy, and the feelings of failure when the weight remains postpartum. Rachel also brings awareness to those who are thin on sensitivity toward those who are in bigger bodies, and how their comments, even when well-intended, can be hurtful.

Rachel Tuchman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over ten years of experience. She has worked with many diverse populations including incarcerated women at Riker's Island Correctional Facility, kids and adults with developmental delays, kids with behavior issues, overwhelmed parents looking for skills and support, teens struggling with the pressures of adolescence and life in general, adults going through difficult life circumstances (divorce, infidelity, phase of life challenges) and women experiencing infertility.

Rachel is HAES (Health At Every Size) aligned clinician and dedicates a lot of her time out of office to educating parents and kids on the importance of body respect and the behaviors that truly honor our health. Currently, she offers services in her Cedarhurst, NY office for kids and teens ages 5-18, adults, and women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss and post hysterectomy. Rachel also does speaking engagements for schools, synagogues and various community organizations. You can find Rachel on Instagram: @rachel_tuchman_lmhc and contact her by email: Rachel@lilmhc.com. Learn all about the new Yoledet Community here. Get 90 days free when you sign up before January 31st, 2022.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts. New feature: you can also now rate the podcast on Spotify.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen on. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

Did you know that you can listen on your web browser too? Just hit this link and share it with your friends - no special apps needed.

33. Why Your Weight Doesn't Reflect Your Health w/ Rachel Tuchman, Part 1 Jan 16, 2022

Show notes

This is the first of a 3-part series on Health At Every Size, especially during the perinatal phase of life. Rachel Tuchman joins us for the first 2 parts to break down what HAES is and isn't, why weight isn't a good tracker of health, why dieting and trying to lose weight is harmful, and how we need to change our mindset about food. Rachel Tuchman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over ten years of experience. She has worked with many diverse populations including incarcerated women at Riker's Island Correctional Facility, kids and adults with developmental delays, kids with behavior issues, overwhelmed parents looking for skills and support, teens struggling with the pressures of adolescence and life in general, adults going through difficult life circumstances (divorce, infidelity, phase of life challenges) and women experiencing infertility. Rachel is HAES (Health At Every Size) aligned clinician and dedicates a lot of her time out of office to educating parents and kids on the importance of body respect and the behaviors that truly honor our health. Currently, she offers services in her Cedarhurst, NY office for kids and teens ages 5-18, adults, and women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss and post hysterectomy. Rachel also does speaking engagements for schools, synagogues and various community organizations. You can find Rachel on Instagram: @rachel_tuchman_lmhc and contact her by email: Rachel@lilmhc.com. Sign up to the Yoledet Academy email list by going on our website: https://www.yoledetacademy.com/ Learn all about Yoledet Community here. Get 90 days free when you subscribe to our email list!

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

Did you know that you can listen on your web browser too? Just hit this link and share it with your friends - no special apps needed.

32. Birth, Death and The Power of Prayer in Pregnancy: Leah Golfiz's Birth Story Jan 09, 2022

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Leah Golfiz faced some difficult news at the beginning of her first pregnancy, which eventually resulted in a painful loss. She shares how she coped with the difficulties of her pregnancy and how she elevated her experience with prayer and connection to G-d.

Find Leah on Instagram: @modestywithlove

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Check out my new course, "After the Birth": https://www.yoledetacademy.com/store

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

Did you know that you can listen on your web browser too? Just hit this link and share it with your friends - no special apps needed.

31. A Well Rested Mother is a Good Mother w/ Baby Sleep Coach Riki Taubenblat Dec 25, 2021

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Sleeeeep - new parents are constantly chasing this highly sought-after commodity when you have a young baby. Riki Taubenblat, a pediatric sleep consultant, discusses what you can do to get more of it, even with a newborn. Riki is a Pediatric Sleep Consultant who works with mothers of babies 0-24 months to help them be their best selves- for both baby and mama! A well-rested baby is a happy and healthy baby, and needless to say, a well-rested mama is too.

You can reach Riki on Instagram and on her website. Use code YOLEDET for 15% off of her Newborn Sleep Shaping course or guide.

My new live workshop, "After the Birth": https://www.yoledetacademy.com/offers/WShXEag5/checkout

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To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

Did you know that you can listen on your web browser too? Just hit this link and share it with your friends - no special apps are needed.

30. Are "Baby-Friendly" Hospitals Really Friendly? Dec 19, 2021

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Hospitals with Baby-Friendly designation are touted to be extremely supportive of breastfeeding, but they are notorious for not having a nursery. Many mothers feel unsupported without a nursery in the hospital. I break down what a Baby-Friendly hospital is and my thoughts on hospitals that closed their nurseries.

Baby-Friendly designation guidelines.

Yoledet Academy live workshop "After the Birth."

Yoledet Academy's NEW website.

To continue the conversation, and learn more about similar topics, check out the Yoledet Academy Instagram community.

Check out the Yoledet Picks Amazon Storefront to find any of the products mentioned in this episode, and discover Chanie's other favorites.

If you like what you hear and want to help more people discover this show, here's what you can do to help us grow:

1. Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.

2. Subscribe to this show on whichever podcast app you listen. Ex: hit the button "follow" right under the cover art on Spotify. Plus - you'll never miss another episode.

3. Be a good friend and spread the wealth of knowledge! You never know how this will improve someone's life.

Did you know that you can listen on your web browser too? Just hit this link and share it with your friends - no special apps needed.

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