Meghan McMillin helps to empower moms and ease their minds by explaining common myths or misconceptions about breastfeeding!

In this episode, we discuss: 

and more myths you can erase from your list of things to worry about!!

Meghan explains that "if it doesn't feel fine, then it's not fine!" and "there is no one normal!" which could basically be the national slogan for motherhood. I hope you enjoy!

You can reach Meghan at:

https://www.mamaandsweetpeanutrition.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: the.lactation.dietitian

Unfortunately, sometimes, parents don't get any warning that their baby will need some time in the NICU.  Premature labor happens unexpectedly and, before you know it, nothing is going the way you planned! I reached out to Samantha Goldman, an occupational therapist who specializes in working with babies in the NICU, to help parents who find themselves in this situation and to help parents prepare for this possibility. 

In this episode, Samantha discusses what parents may encounter if their baby is in the NICU and what resources and coping strategies may help. She also explains some important things parents can look out for, developmentally, while their baby is in the NICU and after they go home. Samantha helps to empower parents to become active members of their baby's medical team through asking questions as well as advocating and caring for their baby!

Samantha is also the founder of The OT 4 Me, where she helps  parents who are worried about their kids eating habits or activity level solve picky eating and get their kids moving without fighting or tears! 

Find her at:

IG: @theot4me

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.theot4me.com/

Kelsey is a pelvic floor occupational therapist and a huge advocate for getting to know yourself "down there"! In this episode, Kelsey explains how to check out your own pelvic floor, what to look for, and how to know when you may need some extra help from a professional. 

*Side note - there are a few moments of static during this episode that I wasn't able to edit out because, well, I have zero audio tech skills and because real life happens. I encourage you to bear with me through those moments because you can still understand whats being said, they don't last long, and because this topic is so important! I hope you enjoy the episode!

How to reach out to Kelsey - 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathias.kelsey

IG: @kelseymathiasot

Website: https://www.kelseymathias.com/

Dr. Lauren Keller is a chiropractor, board certified chiropractic acupuncturist, lover of pelvic floor knowledge, and mama! 

In this episode, she explains why women are so commonly afraid to exercise during pregnancy and the early postpartum period and why movement is not only extremely beneficial, physically, but can also help you to heal mentally and emotionally! We discuss how to find the right provider for YOU to help you heal after your birth experience and get back to being active whether that means doing Crossfit or running in the backyard with your kids.

Find Dr. Lauren Keller at the following links:

Website: https://elementalchiropractic.squarespace.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamaspelvicfloor/

Christine MacSween is a physiotherapist who specializes in pelvic floor therapy and lactation support. In this episode, we dive deep into common breastfeeding struggles, the root cause of those issues, and what to do about them! 

We discuss factors related to your baby (head turn preference, torticollis, TMJ issues, tongue & lips ties, high palate, etc) as well as factors related to the mamas (positioning, fast/slow letdown, routines, etc) that could be contributing to breastfeeding difficulties!

If you experience pain, bleeding/cracked nipples, latching difficulties, mastitis, blisters on your baby's mouth, baby pushing away or baby not satisfied despite adequate supply then you NEED to check this out!

Christine also shared a link that she recommends on The Basics of Breast Massage and Hand Expression: https://vimeo.com/65196007?fbclid=IwAR1zraIjHU5qmMcAOplHYcqEw_AHkNaky-fcp8MqNA30ug0qX6yzW3hTPP0

For physical therapists interested in learning more about lactation support, check out this course: https://www.vidahealth.ca/courses-education/?fbclid=IwAR3dzY-T-6jG8NiV9VZ9A29UC19lWbaBRJekRHa9yQfF6LQZl210GkJ3-lc

Have more questions for Christine? You can reach out to her at [email protected]

Buffy Stinchfield, an expert in pelvic floor physical therapy, goes in depth on becoming "Birth Ready"!

In this episode, we talk about how women can physically prepare their bodies for labor and delivery and how this preparation can help to reduce unplanned c-section rates, minimize tearing, and greatly assist in postpartum recovery!

We also chat about different members of the birthing team such as choosing a doctor vs midwife and how a doula can be an amazing support and advocate for mamas during the birth process. 

Click the following link to download Buffy's Pelvic Tension Exercises which help to relax and ease tension in the pelvic floor: https://www.pinnaclewt.com/pelvic-tension-exercise-series?fbclid=IwAR28MZm-cOSWJSazNcASWA9f71IOVIlYd5x9BwKvMLZbSx8I89ZOEvjpHqc

Learn more about Buffy at her website: https://www.pinnaclewt.com/