So here's what happens when a seasoned birth doula becomes a first-time mom. Carson Meyer, a sought-after doula, joins us to share her personal journey into motherhood.With years of experience supporting parents through birth and postpartum, Carson brings a unique perspective on what she thought she knew versus what she learned firsthand. In this episode, we talk about the realities of postpartum recovery, lessons from home birth, and the balance of caring for yourself while caring for a newborn.Full show notes <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/navigating-new-motherhood-carson-meyer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">fourthtrimesterpodcast.com</a>Learn more <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/first-time-parents/building-self-trust/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters)</a> | <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/if-you-dont-have-a-doula/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a Baby</a> | <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/recipes/soups-and-stews/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection (including Carson's Chicken Seaweed Soup)</a>Resources <a href="https://hellogaia.ai/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HelloGaia Parenting Copilot</a> | <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/ultimate-birth-plan-template-part-1/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan</a> | <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/postpartum-support/enjoy-the-fourth-trimester/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan</a> Connect with Fourth Trimester <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fourthtrimesterpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fourthtrimesterpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

So here's what happens when a seasoned birth doula becomes a first-time mom. Carson Meyer, a sought-after doula, joins us to share her personal journey into motherhood. With years of experience supporting parents through birth and postpartum, Carson brings a unique perspective on what she thought she knew versus what she learned firsthand. In this episode, we talk about the realities of postpartum recovery, lessons from home birth, and the balance of caring for yourself while caring for a newborn. Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.com Learn more A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters) | How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a Baby | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection (including Carson's Chicken Seaweed Soup) Resources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan Connect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram

So here's what happens when a seasoned birth doula becomes a first-time mom. Carson Meyer, a sought-after doula, joins us to share her personal journey into motherhood.With years of experience supporting parents through birth and postpartum, Carson brings a unique perspective on what she thought she knew versus what she learned firsthand. In this episode, we talk about the realities of postpartum recovery, lessons from home birth, and the balance of caring for yourself while caring for a newborn.Full show notes <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/navigating-new-motherhood-carson-meyer/" rel="noopener noreferrer">fourthtrimesterpodcast.com</a>Learn more <a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/first-time-parents/building-self-trust/" rel="noopener noreferrer">A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters)</a> |&nbsp;<a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/if-you-dont-have-a-doula/" rel="noopener noreferrer">How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a Baby</a> |&nbsp;<a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/recipes/soups-and-stews/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection (including Carson's Chicken Seaweed Soup)</a>Resources <a href="https://hellogaia.ai/" rel="noopener noreferrer">HelloGaia Parenting Copilot</a> |&nbsp;<a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/birth/ultimate-birth-plan-template-part-1/" rel="noopener noreferrer">FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan</a> |&nbsp;<a href="https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/postpartum-support/enjoy-the-fourth-trimester/" rel="noopener noreferrer">FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan</a> Connect with Fourth Trimester <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fourthtrimesterpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fourthtrimesterpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>&nbsp;

The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer

My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting. 

When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn? 

Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more.

First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives. 

We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/

We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents.

Sarah Trott & Esther Gallagher xo

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My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting. When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn? Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more. First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives. We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/ We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents. Sarah Trott & Esther Gallagher xo

My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting. 

When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn? 

Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more.

First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives. 

We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/

We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents.

Sarah Trott &amp; Esther Gallagher xo

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