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Kristin expands on her birth story from a previous episode to talk about her daughter's time spent in the NICU after birth.

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Keywords: NICU Experience | Kristin's Story | Birth Journey | Emotional Support | Maternal Health | Parenting Challenges | Family Wellness | Coping with NICU | Community Resources | Newborn Care | Navigating NICU | Personal Narratives | Building Resilience | Understanding NICU Procedures | Support Systems | Family Dynamics | Practical Advice | Empowering Choices | Positive Parenting | Nurturing Relationships | Emotional Well-Being | Postpartum Care | Healing Process | Mental Health | Maternal Mental Health | Parent Support Groups | Transitioning Home | Infant Care | Premature Birth | Family Connections | Bonding with Baby | Coping Strategies | Hospital Experience | NICU Staff | Educating Families | Health Advocacy | Infant Development | Parent Education | Support Networks | Doula Services | Healing Journeys | Understanding Medical Terminology | Self-Care for Parents | Parenting Insights | Reflective Practices | Community Support | Creating a Safe Space | Family Dynamics | Baby Milestones | Hospital Policies | Emotional Intelligence | Healthy Relationships | Parent Coaching | Navigating Healthcare | Personalized Care |

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Alyssa Veneklase and Cindy from Cindy's Suds talk about tips and tricks to avoid germs this cold and flu season. Bonus, Cindy's Suds has products that can help! Check out her hand soap and germ guard. 

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Keywords: Cold and Flu Season | Alyssa Veneklase | Cindy's Suds | Germ Prevention Tips | Family Wellness | Health Education | Maternal Health | Practical Advice | Community Resources | Building Healthy Habits | Personal Care | Supporting Families | Understanding Germs | Safe Practices | Emotional Well-Being | Nurturing Relationships | Empowering Choices | Parenting Insights | Health Awareness | Hygiene Practices | Childcare Tips | Immune System Support | Cough and Cold Remedies | Seasonal Allergies | Healthy Living | Baby Care | Family Dynamics | Communicable Diseases | Pediatric Health | Flu Shot | Home Remedies | Family Health | Self-Care | Cleaning Products | Reducing Exposure | Family Traditions | Wellness Strategies | Daily Routines | Stress Management | Parenting Challenges | Mental Health | Protecting Infants | Family Activities | Community Engagement | Health Resources | Parenting Education | Creating Healthy Environments | Balancing Responsibilities | Understanding Symptoms | Seeking Medical Help | Family Resilience | Personal Stories | Navigating Illness |

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Ashley Forton, Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and HypnoBirthing Instructor, talks to Alyssa about the Time Magazine article, The Goddess Myth. Why do women have unrealistic expectations about pregnancy and birth, and how do we combat mom-shaming?

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Keywords: The Goddess Myth | Ashley Forton | Alyssa Veneklase | Pregnancy Expectations | Birth Experiences | Combating Mom-Shaming | Maternal Health | Women's Empowerment | Community Resources | Support Systems | Navigating Parenthood | Emotional Well-Being | Positive Self-Image | Educational Resources | Reflecting on Society | Building Resilience | Family Dynamics | Practical Advice | Understanding Challenges | Parenting Insights | Personal Stories | Empowering Choices | Health Awareness | Body Positivity | Self-Compassion | Understanding Pressures | Social Media Influence | Parenting Perceptions | Community Support | Mental Health | Realistic Expectations | Nurturing Relationships | Maternal Mental Health | Exploring Identity | Self-Care Practices | Empowering Women | Birth Education | Doula Support | Cultivating Confidence | Family Wellness | Encouraging Open Discussions | Diverse Experiences | Feminist Perspectives | Navigating Expectations | Understanding Self-Worth | Coping Strategies | Understanding Support | Positive Affirmations | Challenging Norms |

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Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds, a 100% natural bath and body line for families. We talk about how she started her company and why she is passionate about all-natural baby products.

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Keywords: Natural Baby Products | Cindy's Suds | All-Natural Ingredients | Family Wellness | Maternal Health | Personal Care | Empowering Choices | Healthy Living | Community Resources | Educating Families | Understanding Ingredients | Parenting Insights | Practical Advice | Emotional Well-Being | Building Trust | Nurturing Relationships | Positive Parenting | Supporting New Parents | Health Awareness | Safe Practices | Eco-Friendly Products | Skin Care | Understanding Allergies | Sustainable Living | Family Dynamics | Health Advocacy | Child Safety | Organic Products | Health Education | Parenting Resources | Holistic Approaches | Personal Stories | Choosing Wisely | Navigating Options | Green Living | Family Traditions | Supporting Local Businesses | Positive Experiences | Engaging Conversations | Reflective Practices | Parent Education | Maternal Care | Consumer Awareness | Lifestyle Choices | Natural Remedies | Emotional Resilience |

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Ashley Forton - Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and HypnoBirthing Insturctor - talks about the ideal time to hire a birth doula and why parents should hire a team!

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Keywords: Hiring a Doula | Doula Support | Ashley Forton | Gold Coast Doulas | Team Approach | Maternal Health | Parenting Insights | Family Dynamics | Navigating Parenthood | Emotional Support | Community Resources | Educating Families | Building Resilience | Practical Advice | Understanding the Role of a Doula | Empowering Choices | Personal Narratives | Support Systems | Positive Parenting | Birth Education | Postpartum Support | Anticipating Needs | Collaboration | Birth Plans | Childbirth Education | Family Wellness | Holistic Approaches | Strengthening Relationships | Parenting Resources | Mental Health | Nurturing Families | Understanding Support Roles | Coping Strategies | Community Engagement | Navigating Challenges | Doula Training | Empowering Women | Healthy Living | Emotional Resilience | Sharing Stories | Building Trust |

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Tiffany Townsend, CLC and Birth Doula, shares the story of having five children, starting at a very young age. She talks about wanting natural births and the internal struggle she had with friends and family telling her she couldn't do it. Listen to how her perspective and confidence changed between her first baby to her fifth! Tiffany is a former birth doula with Gold Coast Doulas.

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Keywords: Tiffany's Birth Story | Natural Births | Maternal Confidence | Personal Narrative | Gold Coast Doulas | Family Dynamics | Empowering Women | Navigating Parenthood | Emotional Well-Being | Community Support | Practical Advice | Building Resilience | Understanding Challenges | Parenting Insights | Support Systems | Positive Parenting | Reflecting on Experiences | Maternal Health | Birth Choices | Overcoming Obstacles | Family Support | Personal Growth | Doula Experience | Sibling Dynamics | Coping Strategies | Healthy Relationships | Understanding Societal Pressures | Empowering Stories | Creating a Support Network | Parenting Education | Family Traditions | Emotional Support | Encouraging Choices | Self-Advocacy | Trusting Yourself | Nurturing Relationships | Communication Skills | Maternal Mental Health | Holistic Approaches |

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This week we talk to Kristin Revere, birth and postpartum doula and owner of Gold Coast Doulas, about her birth journey, having children later in life, and why she became a doula.

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Keywords: Having Kids Later in Life | Kristin Revere | Birth Journey | Doula Experience | Family Dynamics | Maternal Health | Empowering Women | Navigating Parenthood | Emotional Well-Being | Support Systems | Parenting Insights | Personal Narratives | Building Resilience | Practical Advice | Community Resources | Understanding Choices | Reflecting on Experiences | Career and Family | Late Parenthood | Self-Discovery | Nurturing Relationships | Coping Strategies | Emotional Support | Family Traditions | Maternal Mental Health | Healthy Living | Family Planning | Life Transitions | Support Networks | Educating Families | Creating Balance | Personal Growth | Overcoming Challenges | Communication Skills | Celebrating Milestones | Understanding Societal Expectations |

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Alyssa Veneklase, Certified Postpartum Doula Sleep Consultant with Gold Coast Doulas, talks about why she became a doula and how she handles comments from people about only having one child.

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Keywords: Alyssa's Doula Journey | One and Done | Gold Coast Doulas | Maternal Health | Family Dynamics | Navigating Parenthood | Emotional Well-Being | Support Systems | Personal Narratives | Building Resilience | Practical Advice | Community Resources | Understanding Choices | Parenting Insights | Positive Parenting | Coping Strategies | Family Traditions | Self-Acceptance | Doula Experience | Overcoming Challenges | Balancing Life | Creating Healthy Environments | Celebrating Unique Experiences | Communication Skills | Educating Families | Maternal Mental Health | Nurturing Relationships | Understanding Expectations | Personal Growth | Embracing Change | Supporting Families | Reflection on Parenting | Community Engagement | Exploring Identity |