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Amanda and Katie, women's health physical therapists at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, give us an intro into pelvic floor PT. What is it, what does an internal vs external pelvic floor exam involve, and what kinds of symptoms can pelvic floor PT treat?

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Keywords: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy | Amanda and Katie | Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy | Women's Health | Understanding PT | Internal vs External Exam | Symptoms Treated | Holistic Health | Maternal Wellness | Community Education | Coping Strategies | Empowering Conversations | Addressing Concerns | Health Education | Emotional Wellness | Self-Care Practices | Building Resilience | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Support Networks | Navigating Symptoms | Importance of Therapy | Patient Advocacy | Quality of Life | Physical Wellbeing | Understanding Treatments | Emotional Guidance | Nurturing Relationships | Understanding Physical Health |

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Kristin Revere talks with Dr. Annie of Rise Wellness Chiropractic about how to keep yourself and your family healthy during pregnancy and a pandemic! If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Keeping Healthy During Pregnancy | Rise Wellness Chiropractic | Dr. Annie | Kristin Revere | Maternal Health | Family Wellness | Holistic Approaches | Pregnancy and Pandemic | Community Education | Coping Strategies | Empowering Conversations | Navigating Pregnancy | Self-Care Practices | Building Resilience | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Support Networks | Health Education | Importance of Chiropractic Care | Understanding Body Changes | Quality of Life | Nurturing Relationships | Parenting Support | Emotional Wellness | Community Engagement | Understanding Wellness Needs |

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Author Lily Nichols talks to Kristin Revere about gestational diabetes during pregnancy and how eating has such a profound impact on our health and energy levels. If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Real Food | Gestational Diabetes | Lily Nichols | Nutrition During Pregnancy | Healthy Eating | Maternal Health | Blood Sugar Management | Diet Impact | Energy Levels | Pregnancy Wellness | Empowering Conversations | Health Education | Cooking for Pregnancy | Nutritional Guidance | Food Choices | Healthy Recipes | Community Support | Coping Strategies | Nutritional Needs | Support Networks | Understanding Gestational Diabetes | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Pregnancy Planning | Healthy Lifestyle | Family Nutrition | Food as Medicine | Holistic Health | Building Resilience | Personal Stories | Advocacy for Health | Pregnancy and Nutrition | Meal Planning | Self-Care Practices | Understanding Dietary Needs | Cooking Tips | Nutritional Resources | Professional Support | Understanding Diabetes | Nutritional Therapy | Impact of Food Choices | Dietitian Advice | Women's Health Advocacy | Community Engagement | Nurturing Relationships | Quality of Life |

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Today Amber Brant of The Coziness Consultant talks with Alyssa Veneklase about how new moms can create a calm space in their homes in the midst of chaos. If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Creating a Calm Space | Amber Brant | The Coziness Consultant | New Moms | Home Environment | Managing Chaos | Comfort in Motherhood | Empowering Conversations | Home Organization | Family Wellness | Mental Health | Community Support | Coping Strategies | Self-Care Practices | Building Resilience | Emotional Wellness | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Nurturing Relationships | Understanding Parenting | Healthy Home Environment | Space Design | Mindfulness | Family Dynamics | Creating Harmony | Personal Stories | Home Decor | Practical Tips | Family Support | Quality of Life | Wellness Education | Community Engagement | Peaceful Spaces | Understanding Home Needs | Balancing Responsibilities | Effective Parenting | Creating Routines | Empowerment Through Design | Positive Home Vibes |

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Today Kristin Revere talks to Jenn Gavin, owner of A Pleasant Dog in Grand Rapids, MI about when to prepare your pets for the arrival of a new baby. If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Preparing Your Pet | Jenn Gavin | A Pleasant Dog | New Baby | Pet Behavior | Family Dynamics | Pet Training | Empowering Conversations | Parenting Preparation | Home Environment | Community Support | Coping Strategies | Understanding Pets | Emotional Wellness | Building Resilience | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Support Networks | Nurturing Relationships | Understanding Pet Needs | Quality of Life | Balancing Responsibilities | Personal Stories | Family Wellness | Transitioning Pets | Positive Reinforcement | Preparing Home | Adjusting to New Baby | Pet Safety | Community Engagement | Emotional Guidance | Understanding Parenting | Creating Harmony | Pet Health | Adapting to Change |

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Today Alyssa Veneklase, a sleep consultant at Gold Coast Doulas, speaks with Lisa, a Building Biologist at Well Abode, and Brian, an engineer at Bebcare. Bebcare has the lowest EMF baby monitors on the market. The conversation gets a little technical but it's really interesting, and you may learn a thing or two about creating a safer home for you and your family! Listen until the end to get 10% off a Bebcare baby monitor for your home! If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Bebcare Baby Monitors | Low EMF Technology | Alyssa Veneklase | Sleep Consultant | Lisa | Building Biologist | Brian | Engineer | Safe Home | Empowering Conversations | Understanding EMF | Family Safety | Community Support | Parenting Tools | Health Education | Creating a Healthy Home | Coping Strategies | Emotional Wellness | Building Resilience | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Support Networks | Understanding Baby Monitors | Quality of Life | Positive Parenting | Safety First | Personal Stories | Home Safety | Understanding Technology | Community Engagement | Learning About EMF | Navigating Baby Products | Professional Insight | Family Wellness | Sustainable Choices | Product Safety | Emotional Guidance | Transitioning Home | Adapting to Change |

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Alyssa Veneklase talks with Kelsey, a dietician at Root Farmacy, about convenient ways to eat healthy and promote healing after having a baby. If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Nutritious Meals | New Moms | Kelsey | Root Farmacy | Healthy Eating | Postpartum Recovery | Convenient Meal Ideas | Empowering Conversations | Nutritional Guidance | Family Wellness | Cooking Tips | Community Support | Coping Strategies | Self-Care Practices | Building Resilience | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Effective Communication | Support Networks | Importance of Nutrition | Healing Through Food | Quality of Life | Understanding Dietary Needs | Meal Planning | Holistic Health | Personal Stories | Community Engagement | Transitioning to Parenthood | Emotional Wellness | Family Nutrition | Understanding Nutrition | Food Choices | Healthy Recipes | Understanding Recovery | Navigating Challenges | Food as Medicine | Family Dynamics |

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Alyssa Veneklase and Jessica Kupres of Gold Coast Doulas talk with Dr. Walker Ladd, author of Transformed by Postpartum Depression: Women's Stories of Trauma and Growth. They talk about the stigma behind depression and how hard it is for mothers to admit they need help. They also discuss the fact that motherhood just sucks sometimes, and that's okay. Listen and then continue the conversation. If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Postpartum Depression | Dr. Walker Ladd | Stigma | Mental Health | Women's Stories | Trauma | Growth | Motherhood Challenges | Seeking Help | Empowering Conversations | Support Systems | Coping Strategies | Emotional Wellness | Community Support | Personal Growth | Counseling Options | Understanding Depression | Importance of Conversation | Motherhood Realities | Sharing Experiences | Building Resilience | Navigating Challenges | Women's Health | Personal Stories | Healing Journey | Advocacy for Mental Health | Peer Support | Breaking the Stigma | Self-Care Practices | Understanding Emotions | Maternal Mental Health | Importance of Community | Nurturing Relationships | Transitioning to Parenthood | Emotional Guidance | Empowerment Through Vulnerability | Healthy Coping Mechanisms | Mental Health Awareness | Education and Resources | Emotional Healing | Holistic Health | Women's Empowerment | Family Dynamics | Quality of Life | Finding Balance | Addressing Mental Health |

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Kristin Revere talks with Jennifer Hoekstra, one of the owners of Secure Quest, about car seat safety for our babies and toddlers. You'll be astonished at how many of us install our car seats incorrectly! If you are pregnant, check out our online course! www.thebecomingcourse.com

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Keywords: Car Seat Safety | Secure Quest | Kristin Revere | Jennifer Hoekstra | Baby Safety | Toddler Safety | Car Seat Installation | Empowering Conversations | Parenting Tips | Safe Travel | Child Passenger Safety | Importance of Proper Installation | Community Support | Coping Strategies | Understanding Car Seats | Educational Resources | Advocacy for Safety | Safety Inspections | Parenting Challenges | Family Wellness | Quality of Life | Transitioning to Parenthood | Child Safety Education | Building Awareness | Practical Tips | Community Engagement | Safety Education | Emotional Guidance | Family Dynamics | Resources for Parents | Navigating Parenting | Importance of Preparation | Safe Travel Practices | Car Seat Regulations | Expert Advice | Best Practices | Raising Awareness | Education for Parents | Understanding Safety Standards |

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Alyssa Veneklase talks to Chris Emmer, a past sleep and postpartum doula client, about transitioning her daughter to a "big kid bed." Alyssa gives tips on shortening the bedtime routine and getting the child involved and excited about sleep!

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Keywords: Transitioning to a Big Kid Bed | Chris Emmer | Alyssa Veneklase | Sleep Consultant | Empowering Conversations | Bedtime Routine | Sleep Tips | Child Involvement | Parenting Strategies | Family Wellness | Coping with Changes | Emotional Guidance | Community Support | Understanding Sleep Needs | Practical Parenting Tips | Building Excitement | Quality of Life | Navigating Parenting Challenges | Parenting Advice | Personal Stories | Family Dynamics | Community Engagement | Effective Communication | Positive Sleep Environment | Creating a Safe Space | Transitioning Sleep Arrangements | Child Development | Empowerment Through Routine | Understanding Sleep Patterns | Developing Healthy Habits | Raising Awareness | Educational Resources | Best Practices | Importance of Family Support | Encouraging Independence |