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NOTICE: We discuss some heavy issues in this episode so I have AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR all of our pregnant Mamas who choose to listen: We hope that you all have smooth pregnancy, labor & delivery and postpartum experiences. This DOES happen! We also know that pregnant and new moms can go through a variety of situations, the outcome of which can vary widely based on each individual mama. Our goal in this podcast is to discuss the effects of previous trauma, mainly sexual trauma, on pregnant women - and how you can begin to mentally prepare for labor and delivery, and caring for a newborn.This podcast is NOT intended to be taken as medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider to determine what is appropriate for your particular situation, and to clarify any questions about your care plan. You are responsible for making informed and educated decisions that are right for you and your family.
In this episode, we get the best of two worlds! We're chatting with Jennifer Byrnes who is both a Mamistad Mom AND a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Perinatal Mental Health world!
Jennifer joined Mamistad back in 2016 and is a member of Mamistad 131!! Their littles are now 7 years old and many of them, including Jennifer, have gone on to have more kiddos! Jen also has a 2yo son!Jennifer was a forensic therapist until she experienced trauma with the birth of her oldest son. She then shifted her therapeutic practice to perinatal mental health with an emphasis on birth trauma healing, because she wanted to help moms heal from and avoid experiences like the ones she had. Jennifer shares some important coping mechanisms and...
HER 5 TENANTS of GOOD MENTAL HEALTH:
1) Sleep - at least 5 hours
2) Hydration
3) Movement
4) Support System
5) An After Birth Plan
You can find Jennifer Speed Byrnes, LPC, PMH-C at: https://www.mytherapygoals.com/
Her office is in Vienna, VA 22180Jennifer Byrnes will be offering special Mama Mindset Classes for Mamistad Mamas! Stay tuned!
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
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Take care of each other! Mamistad,Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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Meet Ursula Sabia Sukinik, CD, CDT, CMA, CBE, CLC. She is the CEO and Founder of Birth You Desire, which has been offering Doula Services and Birth Classes in the DC Metro Area and Phoenix, AZ. since 1999.Learn how cervical cancer set her on the path to becoming not only a mother of two and a CEO of an award-winning Doula Service, but also an empathetic and compassionate supporter of birthing people all over the world. We discuss how the efficiency of modern labor and delivery methods can leave the mom feeling empty and sometimes even traumatized, and how a doula can help fill the gaps between you and your provider, and sometimes even your own partner and family!
We talk about:
Preconceived notions of birth How doulas are at the forefront of the Mamistad Mission to help NURTURE ALL MOMS SO THEY FLOURISH! Putting a doula or postpartum doula on your baby registry! Virtual Doulas - and multilingual doulas Finding a Doula - 4 considerations (including financial tips) Doulas and anxiety and depression - 20 percent of all postpartum moms will have some sort of depression-postpartum anxiety is close to 50%. A doula who is aware of your situation can help reframe information in a way that better suits YOU. Again, they can change the dynamic to prevent, reduce or even repair trauma!Ursula is now part of the Mami Circle and we're working to bring her amazing services to Mamistad Members! You can find her here:
The MAMISTAD MAMI CIRCLE
Her website: https://birthyoudesire.com/
On Social: @birthyoudesire
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!
Take care of each other! Mamistad,
Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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In this episode, we welcome Meghan Leahy. She is the On Parenting columnist for The Washington Post, a certified parenting coach. and author of an Amazon Editor's Pick titled Parenting Outside the Lines!
Meghan's passion was born out of her epic power struggles with her two-and-a-half-year-old daughter while she was pregnant with her second. She had run out of ideas and felt angry, frustrated, out of control, fatigued, and deep down, very scared. Her years of training have taught her what good parent/child connections look and feel like and that we can only change ourselves - NOT everyone else. She calls herself a heart-centered parent coach in a data-driven world.
Megan's book: Parenting Outside the Lines
Megan's website: https://www.mlparentcoach.com/Megan's WP Articles: https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/meghan-leahy/
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Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!*Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Take care of each other! Mamistad,
Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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Meet Adriana Lozada! She's an Advanced Certified Doula - there are only 57 advanced certified doulas in the world.
She's also an author, a postpartum educator and a child sleep consultant. And she was named one of CNN in Espanol, 20 Latin American leaders of the internet in 2000. She also hosts the acclaimed podcast BIRTHFUL- one of my favorite resources for everything, pregnancy birth and postpartum - alternating between interviews with perinatal professionals and birth stories with new parents.
She found her calling as a doula through her own birth journey almost 20 years ago when she realized that she didn't have the skills to navigate labor and delivery in a way that was empowering rather than traumatic. Her message now. It's about the physiology! We need to feel safe for labor to progress naturally so that we can support our physiology in a way that's going to make our birth easier, and more empowering.
Adriana believes in, and advocates for, the transformational power of giving birth. She’s gifted at helping others on their perinatal journeys, and brings her deep knowledge, practical expertise, curiosity, and respect for inclusivity into all aspects of her work. Adriana is an unabashed advocate for improving the perinatal health system for all - and a self-proclaimed, birth nerd. :)
Learn about her podcast here: https://birthful.com/podcastinfo/
Check out her classes on her webiste here: https://birthful.com/consult_and_doula_inquiry/
Soy de Pura Madre: by Ana María Simón & Adriana Lozada
Adriana's book recommendations: Britta Bushnell - Transformed by Brith: https://amzn.to/47tEStkGreer Kirschenbaum - The Nurture Revolution: https://amzn.to/4d5GvhXDr. Michel Odent Childbirth and the Evolution of Homo Sapiens: https://amzn.to/4dbrNWI
Dr. Michel Odent Gail Tully - SpinningBabies.com Lindsay McCoy - BodyReadyMethod.com Sarah Buckley - SarahBuckley.com (her report on the Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing is so deep and rich).
Robbie Davis-Floyd - Birth in Eight Cultures: https://amzn.to/4gqPVaN(all of her books! Any of her work! She's incredible.)And then the other people that I mentioned that have amazing bodies of work that you could (should!) get lost in - I have episodes with all of them (except Odent). Search for their names on Birthful.com :)Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!*Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Take care of each other! Mamistad,
Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed. -
Lets talk about the pelvic floor! We all have one - for women, it's the group of muscles "down below" that play a star role in the birth of our babies, but do any of us really understand it? After this podcast, you'll be on your way, thanks to Pelvic Floor Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Owner of Transition Physical Therapy Katie Bayer! She's also a member of the Mamistad Mami Circle - our curated list of providers.
The best part is, IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO WORK ON PELVIC FLOOR ISSUES! Katie reinforces the fact that our bodies are never the same after having a baby and if our pelvic floor is not functioning correctly, the rest of us is not functioning correctly!
We'll learn how we can greatly benefit from Pelvic Floor PT before, during and after pregnancy and throughout our lives! If you can pull up a diagram of the pelvic floor reference, it could be hugely helpful! :)
In this podcast, we'll talk about:
The huge part scar tissue can play VBACs (vaginal delivery after c-section) The importance of movement when possible
Incontinence Kegels - Yes or No? Sex after pregnancy Preventing issues later in life How pelvic floor issues can lead us to the nursing home or even early death.As always, you should absolutely consult your personal medical health professionals with your personal health concerns.
Find Katie at: https://www.transitionphysicaltherapy.com/
and https://behivewellness.com/ and on
Instagram at: https:https://www.instagram.com/transitionpelvicpt/
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!*Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Take care of each other! Mamistad,
Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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This episode is all about Natallia and her long journey to meet her baby girl, Naomi Rose.
As a member of Mamistad144 (M144), Natallia joined us on the fabulous Ep 9: REAL DEAL MAMAHOOD, where she shared a bit of her IVF journey. Now she's back to share more about her painful struggles with IVF to have the daughter she dreamed of, and the pain and realizations she experienced as a result.
Her message to her fellow moms is that on the winding road to your miracle, it will be difficult and it's okay to reach out to other people.
Want to connect with other IVF moms? Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!
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Take care of each other!
Mamistad,Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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This episode is the second of two on Autism. We welcome certified professional life coach and advocate for special needs families, autism expert, speaker, and now author, Susanna Peace Lovell! She is one of the latest members of The Mamistad Mami Circle, our curated list of our favorite providers. She joins us as a life coach dedicated to the health and wellness of her clients, special needs families.
In her first book, released just this year, titled Your True Self is Enough - Lessons Learned on My Journey Parenting a Child with Autism, she shares the story of her amazing daughter Arizona's first years, and her many diagnoses which include: autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, asthma, anxiety, and a myriad food allergies.As a professional life coach, Susanna's message in this podcast is one of hope and strength. Though it is not intended to diagnose or treat listeners, she urges us to listen to, and advocate for ourselves and our families as we continue to seek the qualified medical and emotional help we deserve. She shares openly and honestly her experience and life lessons, perfectly summed up by her daughter Arizona in the book's title, YOUR TRUE SELF IS ENOUGH.
Susanna's website:
The Book: Your True Self is Enough - Lessons Learned on My Journey Parenting a Child with Autism on Amazon https://amzn.to/3Yy7BdU
Susanna on Instagram: @mamapeaceVisit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest on MOM CHAT, you know where to find me!
Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Let's Chat!
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Take care of each other! Mamistad,
Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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In this episode, we are enlightened to the wonders of HYPNOBIRTHING!
No, you won't be hypnotized and miss your labor and delivery, you will be present in a deeper way that will empower beyond what you ever thought you were capable of. I so wish I had done this when I was pregnant! Rather than fear your labor and delivery, arm yourself with the tools that can honestly not only change your delivery, they can also change your relationship with your partner, and your life.
Learn more about Caroline O'Neill, Hypnobirthing, Spinning Babies and a ton more at...The Body, Birth and Baby Center at bodybirthandbaby.com and @bodybirthandbabyloudoun
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me!
Not in Mamistad but have an idea?
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups!
As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.
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In this inspiring episode we chat with Mamistad Mom, Marla, who learned she had breast cancer when her second baby was only two weeks old.
But don't think this is a sad hopeless story because even though Marla and her loved ones definitely had some trials, Marla has emerged stronger and full of light and happy to help other moms learn the importance of knowing your risk factors, advocating for yourself, and realizing there's help out there - especially in the form of OTHER WOMEN on the same path! She's also pregnant with her 3rd baby!!
Marla recommends:
Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Bright Spot Network: Find support for parents with cancer.Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
Want to be a guest on Mom Chat?Find me on mamistad.com.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
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This episode is one of two dedicated to Autism and the importance of understanding and accepting neurodiversity.
We meet Mamistad Mami, Fabiola, an Astrophysicist by trade. She and her husband learned that their little girl, Elena was Autistic when she was 18 months old. Fabi wanted to learn as much as she could about Autism, and in the process, she learned that she too is Autistic. This knowledge brought her freedom and an understanding and respect for herself and her new community. She shares many of her lessons with us here-including this quote by a 14-year old Autistic person:
Awareness means you know I’m here.
Acceptance means you’re happy to see me.Autism Spectrum: https://neuroclastic.com/its-a-spectrum-doesnt-mean-what-you-think/Temple Grandin: https://www.templegrandin.com/
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
Want to be a guest on Mom Chat?Find me on mamistad.com.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
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Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can reach more listeners! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
THIS IS A BIG ONE!
In this episode, we chat with Susan Howard, MSN, RN, IBCLC, mother of three and founder and owner of Arlington Lactation & Feeding Therapy, LLC. Susan is a member of the Mamistad Mami Circle - our list of favorite providers!
Susan has over 30 experience as a Registered Nurse, and became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2013 after her 'challenge baby' failed to thrive, refused to eat, and struggled to gain weight. A self-proclaimed "lacto-geek" who has a a special interest in tongue ties and supporting babies with dysfunctional sucking skills. She also loves working with medically-complex mothers and babies, including NICU graduates, reflux babies, slow gainers, and low supply mamas.
We discuss:
discovering breastfeeding in our own way as new mothers the blind date analogy the factory metaphor the NATURE of breastfeeding your hospital stay is NOT LONG ENOUGH to teach you how to breastfeed The Well Fed Baby Checklist-breastfeeding positions lessons from Mrs. Maisel oxytocin parties :) when to say WHENLearn more about Susan's classes, and The Feeding Flock (a parenting and feeding support group that gathers twice a week in-person or on Zoom) by visiting https://www.arlingtonlactation.com/
On Instagram and Facebook @susanhowardibclcVisit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, let's chat!
Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature. -
"You can be a good mom and a working mom. You are allowed to be both."
In this episode we chat with mother, veteran, entrepreneur and founder of the Working Mom Conference, Christa Bright. She is a visionary with the knowledge, energy and connections to make big things happen!
As we all know, life and often motherhood, happen when you're making (other) plans! Christa learned life lessons from her own supportive mother which she now shares with her own amazing son! Through the Working Mom Conference, she inspires us to learn from, and support each other because "You can be a good mom and a working mom. You are allowed to be both."
Don't miss the opportunity to embrace empowerment, foster resilience, and create a fulfilling life. Secure your spot at The Working Mom Conference 2024 - where success meets balance!
Learn all about The Working Mom Conference and how you can be a part of it this August 3rd and 4th in Philadelphia, here: https://www.thewmconference.com/.
There is a VIRTUAL OPTION too!!
Follow the WMC on Instagram: @working momconference
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know where to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
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Mamistad 144 (M144) an Arlington VA group born in 2017, joins us to share their real deal struggles, realizations and discoveries with and about motherhood. Their humble and honest truth telling reminds us that Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is literally a force of nature. Join us as we discuss:
Dropping judgments & finding friends
2nd thoughts about motherhood
IVF
Pregnancy after loss
Mom Group Traditions
Sisters to the Rescue
and more...
Want to learn more about Temi's Traveling with Kiddos program, visit: https://quinnsleeps.com/
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Find me on mamistad.com.
Mamistad,
Cynthia
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
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FINALLY! The world is beginning to understand that becoming a mother comes with SO MUCH MORE than most of us ever realized! Matrescence helps us understand just how "normal" the roller coaster of becoming a mother really is - and in my opinion, why the world needs to give us all one HUGE BREAK!
Megan MacCutcheon LPC, PMH-C joins me as we talk about MATRESCENCE - the process of a woman becoming a mother and all the changes that come with it -
biologically, spiritually, psychologically, socially, existentially, spiritually...
I first learned about it in 2018 in a TED Talk by Dr. Alexandra Sacks. You know, the one I share with all new Mamistad members? :) Since then, I've become fascinated with it!
Join us as we talk about the many ways this concept can help us better understand and respect motherhood and parenthood in general!
Find Megan here: https://www.meganmaccutcheon.com
and here: https://behivewellness.com/Learn more about her EMDR sessions here: https://www.meganmaccutcheon.com/emdr
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!FINALLY, please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Mamistad,~Cynthia, CNPE
Mami & Founder Mamistad
The New Moms Network
Mamistad.com
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature. -
In this episode, we meet Dr. Stephanie Waggel, Psychiatrist, MD, MS, PMH-C and Medical Director at Improve Life PLLC. Her special focus is on women, mood, anxiety, ADHD testing AND treatment, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, and more.
She is a mother, author, motivational speaker, teacher, cancer survivor, marathon runner, medical student advisor, martial artist and founder of Improve Medical Culture. My favorite part - she's brilliant, funny and she makes time for SLEEP! Hear what she has to say about:
- Mom guilt & work-life balance
-The beauty of SLEEP!
-Treatment of PMADs (Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders)
- Intrusive Thoughts - its not just YOU
- HPA and Epigenetics - it's interesting
-Your UTERUS is NOT TO BLAME!Episode challenge: can you catch the moment Dr. W. uses my new favorite word Schadenfreude? :)
Learn more about Dr. Waggel and the great things she's doing here:
Website: https://www.improvelifepllc.com/
On Instagram: @improvemedicalculture and @improvelifepllcLink Tree: https://linktr.ee/improvemedicalculture
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!FINALLY, please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
Mamistad,~Cynthia, CNPE
Mami & Founder Mamistad
The New Moms Network
Mamistad.com
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature. -
Greetings and welcome as we recognize Black maternal Health Week from April 11-17, 2024!
The purpose of #BMHW24 is to highlight efforts led by BlackMamasMatterAlliance (BMMA), and collectively work toward a future where ALL Black Mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive throughout their lives-including in their reproductive years. This year's theme is “Our Bodies STILL Belong to Us: Reproductive Justice NOW!”
In this episode we chat with Samantha Griffin, a Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula and Certified Childbirth Educator. She founded DC Metro Maternity and brought on a team of other passionate certified female doulas of color and together, they have been supporting black families in the DC, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia areas since 2018.Samantha shares her profound mission as a black doula working with women of color:What we really try to do as doulas is take away so much of that fear. Make sure that people know that someone is there with them. And that it can be an experience that's really beautiful and valuable and can help you. See new sides of yourself in ways that are so inspiring as opposed to, "Oh my gosh, this is terrifying. I can't do it..." because we can do it. You know, even if it's our first time and no matter what sort of birth you have, whether it's unmedicated or you want an epidural, or even if you need a C section, like there's so much beauty and honor in that.
We also discuss:
-Black Maternal health Week-historical reasons women of color are still "catching up" when it comes to health services
-how doulas can help every mother
-postpartum doulas and the importance of accepting help!-Samantha's special offer to high risk pregnant black women: Grounded Birth: A Course for High Risk Pregnancy
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know where to find me!
Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!
Mamistad,
Cynthia
PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
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When one of us wins, we ALL win!
In this episode you'll meet Molly, Megan and Monica of the phenomenal M176 - an Arlington VA area Mamistad group first connected in the Fall of 2019.
The consummate Mama Tribe, they have weathered many storms and fiercely protected each other and their families with lots of tears, laughter and amazing memories to show for it.
COVID tested them, but only made their bonds as moms, and a community of young families, even stronger.
Join us as we discuss how:
-Showing up happens in many forms
-Moms thrive in accepting spaces-Unconditional mom support can be a lifeline
-Happy Moms mean Happy KIDS
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me!
Not in Mamistad but have an idea? I want to hear it!
Mamistad,
Cynthia
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~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
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Was I wrong to want a home birth?
Mamistad Mom Heather answers this question w/incredible honesty & wisdom after a difficult stay in the NICU.
Her introspection will inspire you.
NEOwell’s expertise will empower you.
Denver Mama Heather shares the story of her baby girl, Jocelyn's birth and their time in the NICU as a result of little Jocelyn's complex medical needs and we hear from the two incredible NICU nurses (and NICU graduates themselves) from NEOwell: Melissa Braun, MSN, CRNP, CBC and Margie Kuczkowski, MSN, CRNP, CBC.
We also discuss:
- the importance of DOULAS- the effects of trauma in childbirth (not just those that are NICU related)
- the need to be like water during labor and delivery, while feeling confident in advocating for yourself and your baby!
- the power of knowledge that NEOwell brings to parents who will have NICU stays AND also to those who won't
- the beauty of having your MOM TRIBE when you have a baby with complex medical needs
Learn more about NEOwell here: https://www.neowellpartners.com/
See the Children hospital Colorado social media feature on our sweet little Jocelyn and see some adorable pictures of her here:https://www.instagram.com/p/C21G2byuaZm/?igsh=MWhxdjU3aWNhajl0aA==Heart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital:Heart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital Colorado | Amazon Gift ListHeart Day Toy Drive for Children's Hospital Colorado | Amazon Gift ListVisit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea?~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Mamistad,Cynthia
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Greetings Lovelies!
The 2024 International Women's Day Campaign theme is 'Inspire Inclusion'.
As moms, I hope we can inspire inclusion amongst ourselves - let's judge each other less, and appreciate each other more. The struggle to raise children in this increasingly dynamic world is real. The sooner we realize we're all in it together and pushing towards the same goal - a bright future for our kids - the better.
Thanks to:
euronews.com
and
International Womens Day.com: Inspire others to help forge an inclusive world by sharing your #InspireInclusion image across social media using #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion.
Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea?
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.
Mamistad,Cynthia
PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast on the app so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
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In this episode you'll meet Lara and Molly of Mamistad Denver 21. Theirs is the 21st Mamistad Group created in Denver. They were connected as first-time pregnant mamas back in 2019 and have done more than just share their new Mama journey together - they survived it during a major pandemic. Maybe that's why they're still so close today.
Their group is an inspiration for all mom's groups as they continue to support each other as their kiddos enter the elementary school years, and with more babies having joined the mix! They share some of their thoughts on why their group is so successful, and remind us that just showing up as your authentic self makes all the difference.
Molly is an has an amazing birth story to share too! I'm still blown away...
Lara is a certified professional coach and shares some great insights throughout the episode. You can see her website and learn more about her upcoming book here: https://larabuelow.com/.
If you're a Mamistad Mom and want to be a guest, you know were to find me! Not in Mamistad but have an idea? Visit us at Mamistad.com for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if its not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.
~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature. Mamistad,
Cynthia
PS - Please don't forget to rate the Mom Chat Podcast so we can be seen by more mamas! Thank you - YOU are appreciated!
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