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In this episode of the Ask the Doulas podcast, we’re joined by Kristin Morter, a Certified Elite Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Consultant, for a clear and reassuring look at what really happens during your hospital postpartum stay. Kristin walks us through the typical timeline from immediate recovery and newborn assessments to feeding support, rest, and those first big milestones. Kristin has as a hospital lactation consultant in addition to her work with Gold Coast Doulas as a postpartum doula.

Whether you're preparing for your first birth or looking for a smoother experience this time around, this conversation offers practical tips, insider insights, and the support every family deserves during those early hours and days after delivery.

This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount in addition to their Black Friday sales.  

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In this episode of the Ask the Doulas podcast, we talk with Jackie Viscusi, infant and toddler sleep specialist with Gold Coast Doulas, about navigating sleep challenges during the busy holiday season. Jacki shares practical tips for maintaining routines while traveling, managing family gatherings, and setting realistic expectations when schedules are disrupted. Whether you’re staying local or heading out of town, this episode will help you protect your child’s rest—and your sanity—through the most wonderful (and often exhausting) time of the year. 

This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount in addition to their Black Friday sales.  

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 In this special solo episode of Ask the Doulas, co-host and Gold Coast Doulas CEO Kristin Revere explores an important question: Does experience really matter when hiring a birth or postpartum doula? Kristin shares her insights on what families should truly consider when choosing doula support—beyond years in the field. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on training, personality fit, intuition, and the many ways a doula can make a difference in your birth and postpartum journey. 

This episode is brought to you by Ceres Chill, a company that never stops working to make the lives of parents easier!

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In this enlightening episode of Ask the Doulas podcast, we explore postpartum traditions through an Ayurvedic lens with Christine Eck, Founder and Director of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. Christine shares why the sacred window—the first 42 days after birth—is such a vital time for healing, bonding, and transformation. We discuss how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom aligns beautifully with modern postpartum care, and how simple practices around nourishment, rest, and support can create lasting wellness for both parents and babies. Whether you’re a new parent or a birth professional, you’ll leave inspired to honor this sacred period with more intention and care. 

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Ever wonder how early you can really find out your baby’s gender — and which tests you can trust? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we talk with Dr. Dallas Reed, an OBGYN and Chief of Genetics for Tufts Medicine, who also serves as a medical advisor for SneakPeek, the at-home fetal sex test that’s accurate as early as six weeks of pregnancy.

Dr. Reed helps demystify the science behind early gender prediction and prenatal genetics, breaking down what’s hype and what’s helpful. We cover carrier screening, NIPT (non-invasive prenatal testing), and how to make informed decisions about your pregnancy care with confidence.

Whether you’re newly pregnant or planning ahead, this conversation will help you feel empowered, informed, and ready to navigate prenatal testing with clarity.

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Ever woken up drenched and wondering if you’ll ever sleep comfortably again? You’re not alone. In this candid episode of Ask the Doulas, we dive into the all-too-common struggle of postpartum night sweats, sharing our own experiences and giving some tips for relief.

We’re joined by Jackie Hutson, founder of Piper & Mint, a brand redefining postpartum comfort with mint-infused, sweat-wicking luxury pajamas designed to help women finally rest well again. Tune in for real talk, practical tips, and a little postpartum self-care inspiration.

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Kristin Revere and Dr. Frances Conti-Ramsden discuss blood pressure and heart health in pregnancy in this important episode of Ask the Doulas podcast. Dr. Conti-Ramsden also touches on the potential for digital health tools and AI to be used in antenatal and postnatal care. She is the director of MEGI Health. 

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Kristin Revere and Brittney Ellers discuss the pelvic floor connection pre-conception in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas Podcast. She also discusses when to begin pelvic floor physical therapy and describes what that would look like in pregnancy, postpartum, and pre-conception.  

Brittney is a Holistic Pelvic Physical Therapist and Owner of Being Better. 

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Kristin Revere and Sarah Harmon, CEO of The School of MOM touch on everything from mothering ourselves to the mental load in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas Podcast. Sarah also discusses mindfulness and self-compassion.  

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Kristin Revere and LaVita Brown discuss the day in the life of a daytime and overnight doula. LaVita shares multiple examples of what her days look supporting families in West Michigan.  

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