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Laine Lipsky, Parenting Coach, talks with Alyssa Veneklase today about the negative effects of sleep deprivation on children and parents.

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Keywords: Parenting | Sleep Deprivation | Laine Lipsky | Alyssa Veneklase | Parenting Coach | Sleep Solutions | Family Wellness | Healthy Sleep Routines | Emotional Well-Being | Coping with Sleep Issues | Understanding Sleep Needs | Practical Tips | Support for Parents | Building Healthy Habits | Quality of Life | Family Dynamics | Improving Sleep | Sleep Hygiene | Nurturing Well-Being | Child Development | Parenting Challenges | Empowering Conversations | Community Engagement | Stress Management | Personal Growth | Emotional Support | Parenting Resources | Parenting Insights | Family Support | Reclaiming Sleep | Balancing Responsibilities | Sleep Education |

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Dr. Gaynel Nave of Hormonal Balance talks to us about hormones and how they affect our mental health, including the Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression.

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Keywords: Mental Health Awareness Month | Dr. Gaynel Nave | Hormonal Balance | Baby Blues | Postpartum Depression | Emotional Health | Hormones and Mental Health | Understanding Postpartum Changes | Women’s Health | Mental Well-Being | Support for Mothers | Coping Mechanisms | Emotional Support | Maternal Mental Health | Empowering Conversations | Community Awareness | Understanding Challenges | Resources for Parents | Family Dynamics | Reproductive Health | Nurturing Well-Being | Holistic Approaches | Preventative Care | Coping with Stress | Building Resilience | Education and Awareness | Quality of Life | Family Support | Psychological Support |

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Today we talk with Laine Lipsky, parenting coach, about some best practices for parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic. She gives us all some great tips on how to manage stress and deal with out children no matter what age!

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Keywords: Parenting | COVID-19 | Laine Lipsky | Parenting Coach | Stress Management | Emotional Well-Being | Family Support | Best Practices | Managing Stress | Parenting Tips | Child Development | Family Dynamics | Coping Strategies | Supportive Parenting | Navigating Uncertainty | Healthy Routines | Communication Skills | Resilience Building | Virtual Parenting | Online Resources | Educational Activities | Mindfulness | Family Engagement | Emotional Resilience | Positive Parenting | Coping with Change | Family Health | Balancing Responsibilities | Self-Care | Parenting During a Pandemic | Virtual Support | Understanding Needs |

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Sam & Justin recently had their baby boy, Judah, in the hospital in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. They describe their experience in the hospital as well as how beneficial birth doula support was throughout pregnancy and then during labor and delivery, even though support was virtual instead of in-person.

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Keywords: Virtual Birth Support | Sam Veneklase | Justin | COVID-19 | Birth Doula | Labor Support | Pregnancy Experience | Childbirth | Emotional Support | Virtual Doula Services | Hospital Birth | New Parents | Birth Stories | Coping During COVID-19 | Parenting Journey | Communication with Doula | Childbirth Preparation | Family Wellness | Birth Experience | Navigating Change | Remote Support | Community Connection | Emotional Well-Being | Support Network | Personal Experiences | Parenting Insights | Understanding Needs | Positive Birth Experience |

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Liz Hilton, founder of Swaddlini, tells Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase about the unique process she uses to create her amazing swaddles and why her swaddles are different.

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Keywords: The Swaddelini | Liz Hilton | Swaddling | Newborn Care | Kristin Revere | Alyssa Veneklase | Quality Products | Baby Swaddles | Parenting Essentials | Infant Comfort | Sleep Solutions | Baby Products | Unique Design | Benefits of Swaddling | Infant Safety | Parenting Tips | Postpartum Support | Baby Sleep | Early Parenting | Emotional Support | Family Wellness | Nurturing Techniques | Parenting Resources | Child Development | Understanding Baby Needs | Healthy Habits | Positive Parenting | Holistic Approaches | Swaddling Techniques | Comfort for Newborns |

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Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, give an update on doulas and the coronavirus. How is this affecting birth doulas in the hospital and postpartum doulas in the home? They also talk about virtual classes such as Mama Natural Online to help new parents stay prepared while social distancing.

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Keywords: Coronavirus Update | Doulas | Kristin Revere | Alyssa Veneklase | COVID-19 Impact | Birth Doulas | Postpartum Doulas | Hospital Policies | Virtual Support | Social Distancing | Mama Natural Online | New Parent Resources | Parenting During Pandemic | Emotional Support | Family Wellness | Community Engagement | Adapting Services | Health and Safety | Preparing for Birth | Parenting Education | Coping Strategies | Emotional Resilience | Understanding Needs | Virtual Classes | Supporting Families | Childbirth Education | Parenting Insights | Navigating Change | Remote Support |

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Kris and Autumn of The People Picture Company answer questions about what a photographer actually does in the delivery room and how the process works for hiring a photographer and talking about birth plans.

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Keywords: Birth Photography | Kris | Autumn | The People Picture Company | Delivery Room | Birth Photographer | Birth Plan | Photography Process | Emotional Support | Capturing Memories | Childbirth Experience | Family Wellness | New Parent Resources | Communication Skills | Understanding Needs | Positive Birth Experience | Documenting Birth | Celebrating Milestones | Supporting Families | Empowering Conversations | Personal Experiences | Professional Services | Photography Tips | Navigating Change | Parenting Insights | Visual Storytelling | Understanding Expectations |

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Today we talk with Elsa, a therapist at Mindful Counseling in Grand Rapids, Michigan who specializes in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Learn what postpartum anxiety and depression look like, how they are different, and signs to look out for.

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Keywords: Perinatal Mood Disorders | Elsa | Mindful Counseling | Postpartum Anxiety | Postpartum Depression | Mental Health Support | Emotional Well-Being | New Parents | Signs to Look For | Parenting Challenges | Coping Mechanisms | Family Dynamics | Understanding Mental Health | Therapy Options | Empowering Conversations | Community Support | Parenting Insights | Building Resilience | Nurturing Well-Being | Education and Awareness | Emotional Support | Parenting Resources | Holistic Approaches | Family Health | Navigating Change | Understanding Needs |

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Dr. Annie and Dr. Rachel talk to Alyssa about Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), how to prevent it, how to treat it, and things every pregnant and postpartum woman should be doing!

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Keywords: SPD | Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction | Dr. Annie | Dr. Rachel | Rise Wellness Chiropractic | Alyssa Veneklase | Pregnancy Health | Postpartum Care | Pain Management | Effective Treatments | Prevention Strategies | Empowering Conversations | Physical Therapy | Nurturing Well-Being | Family Health | Understanding Needs | Education and Awareness | Support for Women | Holistic Approaches | Body Mechanics | Comfort Techniques | Coping Mechanisms | Building Resilience | Understanding Symptoms | Community Support | Family Wellness | Prenatal Care | Parenting Insights |

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Today we speak with Katie and Becky from Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids about what it means to be a designated Baby Friendly hospital.

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Keywords: Baby Friendly Hospital | Katie | Becky | Spectrum Health | Grand Rapids | Breastfeeding Support | Infant Health | Hospital Practices | Designated Baby Friendly | Parenting Resources | Nurturing Well-Being | Family Support | Community Engagement | Empowering Conversations | Understanding Policies | Education and Awareness | Promoting Health | Family Wellness | Coping Mechanisms | Building Resilience | Positive Birth Experience | Parenting Insights | Holistic Approaches | Postpartum Care | Supporting Families |