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Motherhood & Identity with Dr. Britta Bushnell Jul 11, 2018

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The day your child is born, you assume a completely new persona and identity. Many grapple with this shift from maiden to motherhood and embracing this new title and responsibility can be challenging. In this episode of

Yoga | Birth | Babies, Dr. Britta Bushnell discusses working through the bumps of the 4th trimester and maintaining a sense of self while adjusting to this new role.

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Meditation with Arden Martin of The Spring Meditation Jun 20, 2018

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Reducing stress and depression, increasing self awareness and happiness are just some of the amazing benefits of mediation.

In this episode of Yoga | Birth |Babies, I speak with Vedic Meditation teacher and founder of The Spring Meditation, Arden Martin. Our deep and lively talk reveals what brought Arden to her meditation practice and how it has shaped her life and pregnancy. Her calm and assuring manner will inspire you to remove any hesitation and venture into your own mediation practice!

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Nanny 101 with Christa Nader of Kith & Kin Jun 13, 2018

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Once the dust settles on the new expansion to your family, plans may need to be considered about child care and extra support. There are several options, day care, family help or hiring an in home nanny.

In this episode, I speak with Christa Nader, founder of Kith and Kin Household Staffing Agency. Christa goes through the do’s and don’ts of hiring a full-time or part-time nanny, the scope of work, paid vacations and much more. This conversation can help ease anxiety about transitioning back to work or just finding the right fit for a date night sitter!

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Epidural 101 with Dr. Claire Sandberg Jun 10, 2018

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An epidural is a very familiar term for most, but how much knowledge do people have about it? In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with anesthesiologist and yoga teacher, Claire Sandberg. Claire breaks down common myths and misconceptions about epidural anesthesia and clearly present the facts about epidurals so listeners can make an educated, informed choice.

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Community Birth Story with Kristina Podsiadly Jun 02, 2018

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Within the hustle and bustle of NYC, it is essential to find community and support, especially for a new parent. In this week’s episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with devoted yogini and mother, Kristina Podsiadly. Kristina’s natural optimism and easy going nature was what helped her adjust when her original birth plan had to quickly change. Listen and get inspired by Kristina’s pregnancy, birth story and transition into motherhood.

In this episode:

A little about Kristina’s life and move to NYC!
Kristina’s pregnancy and surprises she wasn’t expecting.
Preparing for birth.
Finding community during and after pregnancy.
The difference between what birth Kristina envisioned and the birth experience that unfolded.
The importance of strong labor support.
Transitioning into motherhood and how to prepare for that.
Why maintaining a yoga practice is vital for Kristina’s self care.
Advice and tips Kristina wish someone had told her before. getting pregnant or having a baby that would have been helpful.
Getting through challenging moments.
Advice or wisdom for new parents as they approach this transition.

About Kristina:

Kristina Podsiadly was born and raised in Rochester, NY where she met her husband in 8th grade and has been together ever since. They moved to NYC right after college when he started his first job and Kristina began grad school at Columbia University. She been a science teacher in NYC for the last 6 years, although is currently taking some time off now to raise my son. He is almost 5 months old and Kristina absolutely love being a stay-at-home mom here on the Upper West Side! Kristina is a active and faithful member in the PYC community with a daily yoga practice. When not here in class at PYC or wondering through the UWS, Kristina loves to cook and travel.

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Finding the Support You Need in Birth with Stephanie Heintzeler May 20, 2018

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In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Stephanie Heintzeler, midwife, doula, and IBCLC. Stephanie’s vast experience as a birth worker ranges from delivering babies as a midwife in Germany to supporting women as a board certified lactation consultant. Stephanie and I talk about getting the medical support you desire and key differences between the midwifery model of care and more traditional obstetrics. She also explains how the role of a doula can enhance a birthing person’s experience and the scope of practice of a doula one can expect.

For the full show notes or to connect with Stephanie visit: prenatalyogacenter.com

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What Do You Really Need For Baby? with Adriane Stare May 12, 2018

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Baby stuff everywhere! Why does it feel like having a baby comes with so much equipment and accessories? Have you ever stopped to think about what is truly necessary and what is just really good marketing?

In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with Adriane Stare, owner and founder of the Brooklyn eco-friendly maternity, baby and lifestyle store, Wild Was Mama. Adriane and I break down what are true “must haves” from day one and how to build a registry that is not overwhelming and or superfluous.

In this episode :

Adriane’s background and her journey from opening Caribou Baby to rebranding Wild Was Mama

Creating a functional registry of the “must have” items

Systematically purchasing necessary items

How to handle of the “stuff overload” in a NYC apartment

The items new parents are always running into the store days or weeks after giving birth to get.

Gems of advice for new parents

What’s next for Adriane and Wild Was Mama

About Adriane:

Adriane Stare is a mother to two young boys, and the Owner and Founder of Wild Was Mama – an eco-friendly maternity, baby and lifestyle store in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Adriane is a certified Babywearing Educator, Lactation Counselor and a Postpartum Doula, who stocks her shop full of carefully-curated products for natural-minded urbanites and offers a full schedule of inspiring classes for pregnancy, birth preparation and parenting. Wild Was Mama specializes in babywearing, and has quickly become the tri-state area’s go-to spot for new parents learning how to use and choose a baby carrier. In addition to training a team of compassionate staff to help new families in their journeys, you will find Adriane fitting moms for nursing bras, teaching classes on babywearing, cloth diapering, and helping families-to-be create meaningful, minimal registries.

Wild Was Mama

Facebook & Instagram @wildwasmama

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All About Breastfeeding’s Lori Isenstadt May 06, 2018

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In 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

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Racial Disparity and Its Effect on Breastfeeding and Infant Mortality Apr 25, 2018

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In today’s episode I speak with accomplished author, health psychologist and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett. We dive deeply into an important and timely discussion about racial disparity and the effects of breastfeeding and infant mortality. Black babies are more then three to four times likely to die then a white baby from pregnancy related causes. According to a recent NY Times article, black women in NYC are 12 times as likely to die due pregnancy related caused compared to white women. These staggering numbers are frightening and simply unfair. With years of research behind her, Dr Kendall-Tackett sheds some light on why these there is such disparity in women and baby health care.

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VBAC Facts founder Jen Kamel Apr 18, 2018

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In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with the founder of VBAC Facts, Jen Kamel. Jen and I go deep into myths and misconceptions about VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and ways to advocate for the birth you want. This episode is will bring fire and confidence to any person unsure of the facts of VBAC and may help in selecting a care provider who can support the choice of VBAC.

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