Ask the Doulas Podcast

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Gentle Sleep Consultant, Alyssa Veneklase, talks about the most common misconceptions around sleep training. If your baby sleeps through the night will your milk supply dry up? Can a baby really self-soothe? Will my baby feel abandoned?

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Keywords: Gentle Sleep Training | Alyssa Veneklase | Sleep Consultant | Common Misconceptions | Sleep Issues | Parenting Insights | Emotional Support | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Family Dynamics | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Sleep Quality | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Effective Strategies |

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Today we talk to Gold Coast Doulas sleep consultant, Alyssa Veneklase about sleep consultations. She talks about some common misconceptions and why her consultations are different. She says each sleep plan is unique and based on the individual family's goals. Who knew you could still breastfeed and co-sleep if you want, all while getting a full night's rest?

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Keywords: Sleep Consultations | Alyssa Veneklase | Gold Coast Doulas | Sleep Consultant | Misconceptions | Unique Sleep Plans | Family Goals | Sleep Strategies | Parenting Insights | Emotional Support | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Family Dynamics | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Sleep Quality | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Breastfeeding and Sleep | Co-Sleeping |

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Will a postpartum doula travel? Yes, at Gold Coast they do! We talk to Kelsey Dean, a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, about her experience in California and in Michigan traveling with families as a postpartum doula and what that looks like.

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Keywords: Traveling Postpartum Doulas | Kelsey Dean | Certified Birth Doula | Postpartum Support | Gold Coast Doulas | Family Travel | Doula Experience | California Doula | Michigan Doula | Family Logistics | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Travel Considerations | Transitioning Families | Home Visits | Emotional Connection | Building Trust |

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What sets Gold Coast Doulas apart? Today Dr. Rachel of Rise Wellness asks us why she should refer her clients to us. She already knows she loves us. but why should everyone else?

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Keywords: Gold Coast Doulas | Rise Wellness Chiropractic | Dr. Rachel | Unique Services | Family Support | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Holistic Care | Community Collaboration | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Client Relationships | Reputation Building | Trust and Care | Personalized Services | Understanding Needs | Doula Benefits | Collaborative Care |

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Today Alyssa Veneklase and Kristin Revere talk to Dr. Rachel of Rise Wellness Chiropractic about what she packed in her birth bag. It's one of the most common questions we are asked by birth clients. Find out what to bring and what you can leave at home!

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Keywords: Birth Bag Essentials | Kristin Revere | Alyssa Veneklase | Dr. Rachel | Rise Wellness Chiropractic | Preparing for Labor | Expecting Parents | Common Questions | Packing Tips | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Preparation Strategies | Items to Include | Must-Have Supplies |

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Today Ashley Forton, Certified Birth Doula and HypnoBirthing Instructor with Gold Coast Doulas, talks about why she became a doula and different ways a doula can support a pregnancy. She tells us what a gentle cesarean looks like and why she, as a doula herself, hired a doula for her third child.

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Keywords: Ashley Forton | Certified Birth Doula | HypnoBirthing Instructor | Gold Coast Doulas | Doula Journey | Support During Pregnancy | Gentle Cesarean | Personal Experience | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Inspiring Stories |

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Ever wondered about all those meal delivery services? Are they worth the money? Will they save you time and money? Today we talk to Carrie, a client who uses a local meal delivery service, and Genevieve, the owner of Life Fuel.

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Keywords: Meal Planning | Busy Parents | Meal Delivery Services | Carrie | Genevieve | Life Fuel | Time Management | Cost Efficiency | Family Nutrition | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Healthy Eating | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Practical Tips | Meal Prep Strategies |

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One of our clients describes her pregnancy, labor, and delivery and how having birth and postpartum doula support saved her sanity.

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Keywords: Carrie's Story | Birth Experience | Postpartum Support | Pregnancy | Labor and Delivery | Doula Support | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Real-Life Experiences |

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Today Katie Kimball of Kitchen Stewardship and Kids Cook Real Food tells us how to start our babies and get our toddlers eating healthy food. Don't forget her free download - 10 Snacks your Preschooler Can Make Today!

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Keywords: Kids Eating Healthy | Katie Kimball | Kitchen Stewardship | Kids Cook Real Food | Healthy Eating Habits | Starting Babies | Toddler Nutrition | Practical Tips | Free Download | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Snack Ideas |

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Do babies really need a chiropractic adjustment? Listen to Dr. Annie of Rise Wellness explain what happens to a baby's body during pregnancy and delivery and how gentle methods can be extremely effective.

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Keywords: Adjusting Babies | Rise Wellness Chiropractic | Dr. Annie | Chiropractic Adjustments | Pediatric Care | Pregnancy Effects | Delivery Impact | Gentle Techniques | Emotional Support | Parenting Insights | Coping Strategies | Family Wellness | Understanding Needs | Professional Guidance | Creating Comfort | Knowledge and Awareness | Building Resilience | Sharing Experiences | Resources for New Parents | Health and Well-Being | Positive Parenting | Personal Reflection | Empowering Parents | Enhancing Quality of Life | Nurturing Environment | Community Resources | Managing Expectations | Positive Change | Self-Care Practices | Encouraging Support | Understanding Options | Family Support | Engaging Stakeholders | Infant Care |