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    The Happy Birthway Podcast

    New: Hear your voice on The Happy Birthway Podcast! Call 203-759-8639 to ask me a question or leave a comment that I will answer on the podcast.

    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.

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    19. Niddah Challenges in Birth & Beyond w/ Shevi Samet @itsalearninglife Aug 22, 2021
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    Shevi Samet and I get real about how observing Taharas Hamishpacha (Jewish Family Purity laws), is challenging for many. Being niddah in labor, birth and the postpartum period can present additional struggles, especially considering the large amount of support many new mothers need. Shevi is ever empathic toward those who experience these challenges and she doesn't whitewash their experiences, but in her extraordinarily eloquent way, manages to give some thoughtful perspectives on getting through this time. This episode is helpful to both new mothers and anyone who observes Taharas Hamishpacha.

    Shevi is an educator for 15 years and a student for even longer. She is a high school teacher, Jewish bridal educator (aka kallah teacher) and relationship mentor. Her style is very much reflective of her personality and her understanding of young women both in and out of the classroom. It is energetic and engaging, and focuses on text based concepts that explore fundamental topics specifically as they relate to relationships and women in Judaism. True to her essence, she runs the @itsalearninglife Instagram account, a space which provides Jewish women with access to thought provoking Torah ideas, knowledge and inspiration. After years of NY living, she struggles to maintain her Canadian accent, however the reputable warmth and sincerity of her hometown have remained with her. You can reach her by email through sametshevi@gmail.com.

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

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    18. Mindful Nutrition in Motherhood w/ Yaelle Joselit, RDN Aug 15, 2021
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    Becoming a mother changes all the parts of you - including your body. Yaelle is a registered dietician who focuses her nutrition practice on helping moms get healthy. Many clients come to her with the intention of losing weight because they're struggling to accept their new body, but is dieting really the answer to this problem?

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    17. C-Section After Multiple Abdominal Surgeries - Esther Widroff's Birth Stories Part II Jul 23, 2021
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    After healing from her harrowing surgeries, Esther was finally healthy enough to fulfill her desire of growing her family. The necessity for future gynecological surgeries shortened her timeframe and made the stakes much higher this time. Her fertility treatment plans were derailed by the pandemic and she sequentially experienced a pregnancy loss. When she finally did achieve a viable pregnancy, it was an extremely difficult one that ended in a way that Esther didn't expect. Despite her fears and the roller coaster of events that led up to it, she welcomed her third child filled with pure joy.

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    16. "I Can't Leave My Children Without a Mother" - Esther Widroff's Birth Stories: Part I Jul 15, 2021
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    After overcoming infertility hurdles to have her children, Esther came across some difficult information that presented the possibility she would not live long enough to raise them. Testing positive for the BRCA gene mutation meant that she had to make some very difficulty decisions and her ultimate choices weren't always well received by those around her. After a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction, she thought that she was past the worst threat to her life, but complications from the surgery proved otherwise. Esther's story is one of strength, faith and redemption.

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    15. What is Shared Decision Making in Obstetrics? w/ Pamela Hetrick CNM Jul 05, 2021
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    Why is it important to take an active role in decisions about your medical care? How does the process of shared decision making work? To what extent does the responsibility of making decisions rest on you? What is informed consent? What if you don't want to know about all the scary things that can happen and would rather the medical team decide everything for you? What is a midwife, what is their training and how safe is it to receive perinatal care from one?

    Pamela Hetrick, a certified nurse midwife, answers all of these questions and more! Pamela is a Certified Nurse Midwife in a suburb of Cleveland, OH for the past 18 years and has been in the birth world for about 25 years. She also owns a consulting company, Hetrick Consulting LLC, which provides expert witnessing consultation for both sides of the fence (plaintiff and defense). She also runs an educational Instagram account known as @fairymidmother. You can reach her by email pamelahetrick@icloud.com.

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    14. Unmedicated Birth With Unsupportive Staff - A Birth Story Jun 27, 2021
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    Why would someone decide to decline pain medication in labor? What tools and resources are helpful to achieve this? How can their doctors and nurses affect their decision? What happens when you end up requiring medical interventions? Can you really give birth without pain meds if you have an induction? These are all questions and obstacles that Bassy Schwartz faced during her first birth. She captivates us with her story and tells us what she would have done differently.

    Bassy is a soon-to-be marriage and family therapist as well as the owner of Cosmopolitan Wigs, an exclusively online sheital/wig shop. Bassy's mission with Cosmo is to reinvent the wig buying experience by offering unparalleled quality and prices while keeping the customer's needs as the top priority. You can find her on Instagram @cosmopolitanwigs.

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    13. Qualities To Look For In An Obstetric Provider w/ Dr. Nathan Fox Jun 18, 2021
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    Choosing a doctor or midwife is one of the most important decisions that you will have to make during your pregnancy. What qualities should you look for in an obstetrician to determine whether they are both competent and the right fit for you? To what extent does their "bedside manner" matter in the quality of care that they provide? What are the pros and cons of a solo provider vs. a group practice. Should you see one provider from the group continuously to develop a strong relationship with them or should you meet each one a few times? What happens when you like one provider from the group but not another one? Can you transfer to another provider and what is the latest in your pregnancy that you can do so? What might be reasons that someone would want to transfer from one provider to another? Dr. Fox answers all of these questions and more.

    Dr. Nathan Fox is an OBGYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist. He is a Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai and a managing partner at MFM Associates and Carnegie Imaging for Women in New York City. Dr. "Natie" is also the creator and host of the Healthful Woman Podcast and the High Risk Birth Stories Podcast. He is from Chicago and lives in Englewood. When not practicing medicine, you can find him running, swimming, practicing hot vinyasa yoga, or embarrassing his wife and four children. Or most likely, walking the dogs.

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

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    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:

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    12. Birth Experienced Spiritually Vs. Medically w/ @itsaconfettiparty Jun 13, 2021
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    Shira is a social media creative and Mo is at the cusp of finishing his 10 year journey to becoming a neonatologist. They retell the birth stories of their 3 children, highlighting the stark differences between having their first 2 babies 10 years ago as newlyweds and their 3rd baby who was born a few months ago. Shira faced quite a few obstacles during her first birth, including an unexpected acute medical condition and her baby showing signs of distress during labor. The couple gives their individual perspectives of this birth, which are quite different. Shira accessed her connection with G-d to get through this difficult time while Mo's medical training gave him a different view. Mo talks about how working with critically sick newborns influenced the way he experienced their latest pregnancy and Shira talks about how being married to a doctor with an intensely busy schedule created the need for more control over her birth. They also talk about the perks of having a neonatologist for a father of a newborn.

    Shira's expression of creativity and spirituality takes on many forms. Her trademark rainbow challahs, iconic Jewish pop art and stunning video creations can be found on her Instagram account @itsaconfettiparty. She most recently began selling her original, Jewish inspired, neon hued pop art paintings on her new Instagram page, @theshirashencollection.

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

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    11. The Challenges of Pregnancy After Infertility w/ Aimee Baron Jun 06, 2021
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    What does it mean to have "infertility"? Why is pregnancy after infertility challenging? How can you support someone close to you who finds themselves in this situation? What is the roller coaster of emotions that those who struggled to become pregnant commonly feel when they finally see those 2 pink lines (or get a positive beta test)? What are ways to cope through this tumultuous time? Dr. Aimee Baron's extensive experience - both work and personal - lends itself to a thorough exploration of these questions.

    Dr. Aimee Baron MD, FAAP is the founder and executive director of I Was Supposed To Have a Baby, a nonprofit organization that utilizes social media to support Jewish individuals and families as they are struggling to have a child. It provides a warm and nurturing space for those going through infertility, pregnancy loss, infant loss, surrogacy or adoption, in addition to connecting those families to resources in the Jewish community at large.

    Dr. Baron was formerly the Director of Innovation and Growth at Nechama Comfort, and has also worked as an attending pediatrician in the newborn nursery and neonatal intensive care unit at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital before taking a leave of absence after her third miscarriage. You can find I Was Supposed to Have a Baby on Instagram and on their website.

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    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:

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    10. How Doulas Can Make or Break Your Birth May 30, 2021
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    What are the qualities that you should look for when hiring a doula? What is and is not within a doula's scope of practice? Is a doula supposed to speak up for you in the hospital? Should a doula argue with the staff in the hospital? What happens if your doctor is recommending something against your wishes? What's the difference between consent and coercion? What happens if you change your mind about something that you planned about your birth? How is the landscape surrounding birth changing in hospitals and who is responsible for this change? Bracha and I dive deep into these issues in this episode.

    Bracha Bard-Wigdor is a Jewish bridal educator, sex coach and doula. She is passionate about women's health, most especially sexual health. Bracha believes that every woman deserves to feel confident in her body and her choices, both in birth and in her relationships. She now has 10+ years of experience dedicated to empowering and educating women. Bracha enjoys normalizing conversations that are taboo within Jewish communities. She appreciates breaking stigmas and is a committed community activist. You can find her on her Instagram page, on Balaboostas.com/forum, an online community for Jewish women, and contact her through balaboostas@gmail.com.

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

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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.

    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:

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