Birth, Baby, And Life

Everybody loves a rolly-polly baby and a sturdy little toddler.  But what if your little guy or gal is more peanut than plump?  Some little ones are just naturally slimmer, but if you're worried and want to put some padding on your tot, this episode tells you how: Topics I Cover in This Podcast: Finding […] The post BBL 056: Plumping Up the Skinny Baby appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

You'll usually hear moms say they loved the pushing stage, but many of us find it overwhelming and confusing.  When should you push, how should you push, and should you ever not push?  Get the lowdown on pushing in this week's episode. Topics I Cover in This Podcast: Why some women feel pushing is a huge relief […] The post BBL 055: What You Need to Know About Pushing Your Baby Out appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Sometimes weaning says “I love you” – but breastfeeding challenges can often be overcome so you and your little one can keep nursing.  This podcast talks about strategies for older babies and young toddlers – both to keep you nursing and to wean with love. Topics I Cover in This Podcast: Forced weaning vs. child-led […] The post BBL 054: How to Wean (and How to Keep Breastfeeding) appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Moms-to-be often ask if there's any point to taking a birthing class.  After all, there are lots of good books and websites on natural birth.  Here's why a birthing class is still the best option – and how it can help you have a great birth. Topics I Cover in This Podcast: The benefits of […] The post BBL 053: Why Birthing Classes Are Worth It appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

There's no doubt that pregnancy and babies bring on the advice – and a lot of it comes from close family.  How do you handle unwanted advice and set healthy boundaries?  And what about your changing relationship with spouse and older children?  I cover several important topics this week: Topics I Cover in This Podcast: […] The post BBL 052: Family and Relationship Q&A Session appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Ever wondered exactly what a doula is – and how she can help you have a great birth experience? Nikki Knowles joins me for today's podcast and shares exactly what a doula can do for you during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Topics We Discuss in This Podcast: What is a doula? Why you should consider […] The post BBL 051: Why You Need a Birth Doula with Nikki Knowles appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Questions about how to choose the right care provider and how to work with them are common – I cover some of the big questions for you this week on the podcast: Issues I Discuss in This Podcast: The new UK home birth recommendations Understanding different types of midwives Standard questions to ask a doctor […] The post BBL 050: Choosing and Working With Your Care Provider Q&A appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Rachel Coley joins me on today's episode to talk about her Can Do Kiddo project, which is focused on inspiring you with fun, creative ways to play with your young baby. Just why is play so crucial to your little one's physical, cognitive, and sensory development? That's just what Rachel shared – so be sure […] The post BBL 049: How Play Makes a Healthier Baby with Rachel Coley appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

This week I tackle some questions about common complications that may occur during your baby's birth – plus how you can prevent them or handle them: Issues I Discuss in This Podcast: What are the risks of hemorrhage during the 3rd stage? How long is safe to wait on the placenta? Why your cat's labor […] The post BBL 048: Birth Complications Q&A appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Is it true that we don't know why many pregnancy complications happen? Can you do anything to prevent them? What if your mom, sister, or all your friends had a complication… will you be “unlucky” too? I answer those questions – and tell you how to stop complications – in this episode: Issues I Discuss […] The post BBL 047: Preventing Pregnancy Complications Q&A appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

How can you handle the pain of childbirth? What can you do to feel confident and in control during labor? And what are good positions to labor and birth in? I cover these questions and more in this week's Q&A episode! Enjoy

What's the best exercise to prepare for birth? How do you prevent a diastasis during pregnancy – or heal it postpartum. And just how are you supposed to fit exercise into your crazy days? Exercise is the hot topic in this week's podcast episode! Issues I Discuss in This Podcast: What is a diastasis? Can […] The post BBL 045: Q&A on Pregnancy Exercise appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

When I asked what you wanted to know about, pregnancy diet was the hottest topic! Exercise and birth preparation were up there too, so over the next few weeks I'll feature your questions – and my answers – in the Birth, Baby, and Life Q&A series

Physiological birth is both safe and the ideal for mamas and babies, but what is it? What is it not? This podcast covers what happens during an undisturbed birth – and why it's important to think twice about disturbing it. What is physiological birth What causes labor to start When adrenaline stops labor (and when […] The post BBL 043: What is Physiological Birth? appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

What does birth feel like to your baby? What does he or she do during childbirth? Baby isn't passive – he/she is actively working with you! In this episode I cover: Something exciting coming soon! What your baby does during birth (hint, baby doesn't just sit around!) Why working with your baby is so important […] The post BBL 042: Your Baby’s Experience of Childbirth appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Parents often follow along with fetal development during pregnancy, but what does your baby actually experience inside the womb? What's it like in there? How can you make it the best environment possible? All that and more in this episode: In this episode I cover: Why look beyond “fetal development” How baby experiences time in […] The post BBL 041: Your Baby’s Experiences in Pregnancy appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Starting solids can be really exciting, but also a little stressful. What do you do if your baby (or toddler) seems picky? How can you tell if things are going smoothly? What do you do if you think your baby isn't eating well? All those issues and more are covered in this weeks episode! In […] The post BBL 040: Handling Picky Eaters & Feeding Trouble appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Many moms want to nurse through pregnancy and tandem nurse their toddler and newborn. I cover what to expect and tips for success in today's podcast episode! In this episode I cover: How to know when it's safe (or not) to nurse during pregnancy Steps to take care of yourself while pregnancy nursing Will nipple […] The post BBL 039: Nursing in Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

Microbiota has a lifelong influence on your baby's health. What can you do to give your baby healthy gut flora – also know as “the good bacteria?” That's what I talk about in this podcast. If you're pregnant or TTC you're in luck, because you can make a big difference right now. I also outline […] The post BBL 038: How to Give Baby Healthy Gut Flora appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.

They're so tiny you can't see them – but they have a huge influence on the health of your baby. Gut bacteria, part of the “microbiota” are just starting to be studied, and your baby's birth has a lifetime impact on how much they help – or hurt. In this episode I cover: What is […] The post BBL 037: Building Baby’s Health from Birth appeared first on Natural Birth and Baby Care.com.