Ready for Baby - evidence-based, realistic prenatal and postpartum education and support

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Ready for Baby - evidence-based, realistic prenatal and postpartum education and support episodes

  • Prepare your pelvic floor for birth with Whitney Sippl

    In the final episode of season one, you'll hear my conversation with Whitney Sippl. We discuss:

    • What is the pelvic floor, and why is it important?
    • How can a pelvic floor PT help us find the best positions for labor?
    • How can we prevent tearing during birth?
    • When should we visit a pelvic floor physical therapist?


    Whitney has her own practice in Orange County, California. You can connect with Whitney on her Instagram or website

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    34 min
  • Nutrition During Preconception and Pregnancy with Haley the Prenatal Dietician

    In this episode, you'll hear Haley and I discuss: 

    • What are the myths about nutrition during preconception and pregnancy?
    • How can we take an evidence-based approach to choosing food?
    • What nutrients are the most important for preconception and pregnancy?
    • What blood work is important to request during preconception and pregnancy?
    • What is a sample meal plan for someone during pregnancy?

    You can find Haley on her Instagram or website.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    44 min
  • The Bradley Method with Christy Gochez

    Today, you'll hear my conversation with midwife and educator, Christy Gochez about the Bradley method. 

    Here the are the topics we discuss:

    • What is the Bradley method?
    • What are your favorite relaxation techniques?
    • What can a partner do to support the birth parent?
    • What are the myths about the Bradley method?
    • How can a birth parent motivate a hesitant partner to join a Bradley class?
    • What can birth parents do if they want a vaginal birth and interventions?
    • What should people know if they want a birth with no intervention?

    You can connect with Christy on her Instagram or her website.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    34 min
  • All about babywearing with Leslie Greene

    Today, you'll hear my conversation with Leslie Greene, a doula based in DC. 

    Here are the topics we discuss:

    • When can parents start baby wearing?
    • What are the best carriers for newborns?
    • What are the types of baby wearing carriers?
    • What are the benefits of baby wearing?
    • What are misconceptions about baby wearing?
    • How does baby wearing connect us to our ancestors?
    • How can we check the fit for baby wearing?

    You can find the links to all of the carriers Leslie mentions here. You can connect with Leslie on her Instagram or website.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    41 min
  • What is conscious parenting with Cynthia Eidelman

    Today, you'll hear my conversation with Cynthia Eidelman, a therapist based in South Florida. 

    Here are the topics we discuss: 

    • What is conscious parenting?
    • What are parenting triggers?
    • How can parents learn how to manage triggers?
    • Why do birth parents struggle to invest in their mental health?
    • What are myths about conscious parenting that aren't true?
    • How can you negotiate if parents have different parenting styles?
    • What is a secure attachment?
    • What is reparenting?
    • How can you start finding your parenting style?

    You can find Cynthia's affirmation freebie here. You can also find her on her website or her Instagram.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    38 min
  • Preparing your relationship for life after baby with Dr. Veronica Eco

    Today, you'll hear my conversation with Dr. Veronica Eco, a therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. 

    Here are the topics we discuss:

    • How does your relationship change after having a baby?
    • How can couples prepare their relationships?
    • How can couples talk about the mental load?
    • Why can the early days with a baby be so hard on relationships?

    Here are the Fair Play book and Fair Play cards Veronica discusses. You can find Dr. Veronica at her website, Instagram, and TikTok.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    36 min
  • What is it like working with a midwife with Jessica Diggs

    Today, you'll hear my conversation with Jessica Diggs, a doula based in Los Angeles, CA. 

    Here are the topics we discuss:

    • What is a midwife?
    • What is a well-check like with a midwife?
    • How can birthing people become education through education?
    • What is a birthing experience like with a midwife?

    You can find Jessica on her Instagram or website. She also teaches for Loom HQ and DTI.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    40 min
  • Mini-Episode: Affirmations and Visualizations for Birth and Postpartum

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    After my conversation with Kelsey and Rori of Soulshine Birth, I wanted to have a mini-episode about using affirmations and visualizations. 

    Here's what this mini-episode covers: 
     

    • What are affirmations and visualizations?
    • How do I use them during pregnancy and postpartum?
    • What are affirmations I can use for pregnancy and postpartum?

    I hope you enjoy this episode! Please share the pod with a friend or loved one and subscribe to keep learning from me and my guests. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    6 min
  • How to have an Empowered Birth with Kelsey + Rori of Soulshine Birth

    Today you'll hear my conversation with doulas Kelsey + Rori of Soulshine Birth. 

    Here are questions that they answer: 
     

    • What are myths people believe about birth  and doulas?
    • How do doulas empower people before and during birth?
    • How can you manifest your birth?
    • Once in labor, how can you make your birth space yours?
    • How can you lay the foundation for an empowered birth?
    • What comfort measures can make your birth enjoyable?
    • What do you wish people knew about birth? 
    • What is your best pregnancy / birth / postpartum tip?

    You can find Kelsey and Rori on their website or instagrams. 

    • Kelsey's website / Instagram 
    • Rori's website / Instagram 
    • Soulshine Birth website / Instagram

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    34 min
  • How to advocate for yourself with Angelica Miller

    You'll hear my conversation with Angelica Miller, a midwife based in Long Beach, CA. 

    Here are the questions that she answers:

    • What does a midwife do?
    • What is informed consent and why is it missing in some settings?
    • What are red flags when finding the right care provider?
    • For birth and postpartum, when do providers ignore informed consent?
    • What do you wish people knew about communicating with their providers?
    • How can we advocate for ourselves?
    • How can providers do better?
    • What is your best tip for pregnancy / birth / and postpartum?

    You can find Angie on her website or Instagram.

    You can also learn more about how I support new and expecting parents on my website or Instagram. 

    You can learn more about how I empower new and expecting parents on my Instagram and my website.

    27 min

About Ready for Baby - evidence-based, realistic prenatal and postpartum education and support

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Welcome to Ready for Baby! I'm your host Gigi Vincent, a postpartum doula dedicated to evidence-based, realistic prenatal and postpartum education and support. I'm passionate about changing the way…

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