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Welcome back to the podcast, everyone! I’m thrilled to announce that I’m officially back after a six-month hiatus, and I have a fantastic excuse for my absence – I’m a new mommy! During this time, I’ve been dedicating myself to bonding with my baby, and now, as I make a comeback, I can only commit to two episodes a month to ensure my dedication as a wife, mom, and content creator.
In this upcoming series, we will deep dive into different topics, starting with "The Price of Parenthood: Understanding the Cost of Having a Baby."
We'll cover crucial aspects such as
Join me as I share my personal experience and insights. In the first episode of the series, I'll be discussing:
Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a special bonus, and don't forget to share these episodes with anyone who can benefit from the information. Remember to subscribe to the podcast to stay updated and informed. Thank you for joining me on this journey, and I can't wait to dive into these important topics with you.
Resources Mentioned
Courses
Dona International by Doula Nikia Lawson and Nurse Lydia Robinson is a free 14-hour virtual course broken up into a 4-part series. It’s a live class where you can interact and ask questions. The classes aren’t recorded, but they are offered every month, so you and anyone caring for your baby can tune in as much as you and anyone caring for your baby would like. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12lmDgjmnnsUEbjhribDOg5j5ztbPsjcSW9M_cpr8-g0/viewform?edit_requested=true
The Baby Academy- These are free and paid virtual courses offered Live by healthcare professionals. If you have insurance, they usually cover the paid courses. Just be sure to check with your provider first. https://yourbabyacademy.com/
Books
Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin, known as the mother of American Midwifery.
Bumpin’: The Modern Guide to Pregnancy by Leslie Schrock
*You can purchase these books or check your local library to see if you can borrow them.
YouTube Channels- Free
Diana in the Pink is a physician assistant who specializes in women’s health https://www.youtube.com/@DianaInThePink
Bridget Teyler who is a Dona Certified Doula and Childbirth educator https://www.youtube.com/@BridgetTeyler
Websites- Free
Spinning Babies is a website that offers tons of resources, including what to expect week by week.
Apps- Free and Paid
The Flo App has been my bff. I paid for the premium version which is less than $40 for the year. It alerted me when I should take a pregnancy test, what was happening to my body and my baby’s body week by week, tips, and community to talk with other moms.
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Welcome back to the podcast, everyone! I’m thrilled to announce that I’m officially back after a six-month hiatus, and I have a fantastic excuse for my absence – I’m a new mommy! During this time, I’ve been dedicating myself to bonding with my baby, and now, as I make a comeback, I can only commit to two episodes a month to ensure my dedication as a wife, mom, and content creator.
In this upcoming series, we will deep dive into different topics, starting with "The Price of Parenthood: Understanding the Cost of Having a Baby."
We'll cover crucial aspects such as
Join me as I share my personal experience and insights. In the first episode of the series, I'll be discussing:
Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a special bonus, and don't forget to share these episodes with anyone who can benefit from the information. Remember to subscribe to the podcast to stay updated and informed. Thank you for joining me on this journey, and I can't wait to dive into these important topics with you.
Resources Mentioned
Courses
Dona International by Doula Nikia Lawson and Nurse Lydia Robinson is a free 14-hour virtual course broken up into a 4-part series. It’s a live class where you can interact and ask questions. The classes aren’t recorded, but they are offered every month, so you and anyone caring for your baby can tune in as much as you and anyone caring for your baby would like. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12lmDgjmnnsUEbjhribDOg5j5ztbPsjcSW9M_cpr8-g0/viewform?edit_requested=true
The Baby Academy- These are free and paid virtual courses offered Live by healthcare professionals. If you have insurance, they usually cover the paid courses. Just be sure to check with your provider first. https://yourbabyacademy.com/
Books
Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin, known as the mother of American Midwifery.
Bumpin’: The Modern Guide to Pregnancy by Leslie Schrock
*You can purchase these books or check your local library to see if you can borrow them.
YouTube Channels- Free
Diana in the Pink is a physician assistant who specializes in women’s health https://www.youtube.com/@DianaInThePink
Bridget Teyler who is a Dona Certified Doula and Childbirth educator https://www.youtube.com/@BridgetTeyler
Websites- Free
Spinning Babies is a website that offers tons of resources, including what to expect week by week.
Apps- Free and Paid
The Flo App has been my bff. I paid for the premium version which is less than $40 for the year. It alerted me when I should take a pregnancy test, what was happening to my body and my baby’s body week by week, tips, and community to talk with other moms.