Child loss with Christi Kmecik of Written Hugs Designs: Podcast Episode #252
Christi Kmecik shares her journey with loss and how she was drawn to create a beautiful line of grief cards. She also gives tips on how to support someone who is grieving. Hello, hello! This is Kristin with Ask the Doulas, and I am excited to chat with my friend Christi Kmecik. Christi is the […]
Breast Milk Sharing with Kelly Cox of Share the Drop: Podcast Episode #251
Kristin Revere and Kelly Cox discuss milk sharing and her new platform called Share the Drop on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with Kelly Cox today. Kelly is a registered prenatal yoga teacher, a birth doula, […]
Health Tips for New and Seasoned Moms with Dr. Lora Grasso: Podcast Episode #250
Kristin Revere and Dr. Lora Grasso discusses small changes that can help you maintain your health after having a baby in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Dr. Grasso is the founder of APEX Coaching. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am so excited to chat with my […]
Our Journey to Creating an Audiobook for Supported: Podcast Episode #249
In the latest episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere discusses the launch of the Audiobook for Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby. Alyssa Veneklase and Kristin Revere recorded the audiobook at a local recording studio called Centennial Sound and had a lot of fun with the process. You can now order Supported: Your Guide […]
Spirituality and Doula work with Sabia Wade: Podcast Episode #248
Kristin Revere and Sabia Wade discuss her book “Birthing Liberation” and discuss spirituality and doula work. Sabia is the CEO of Birthing Advocacy Trainings and a speaker, mentor, and author. Hello, hello! This is Kristin with Ask the Doulas, and I am excited to bring back my friend Sabia Wade to Ask the Doulas. […]
Preparing for the Postpartum Phase with Mariela De Santiago: Podcast Episode #247
Kristin Revere and Mariela De Santiago discuss how preparation during pregnancy can impact your postnatal recovery phase. Mariela hosts the New Mom Podcast and is the founder of the Carlsbad Mom Crew. Hello, hello! This is Kristin with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with Mariela De Santiago today. Mariela is the […]
Healing Childhood Trauma in Early Parenting: Podcast Episode #246
Emily Cleghorn shares her personal story of overcoming trauma and discusses the importance of support during motherhood on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. She also discusses navigating triggers and tantrums as you heal your childhood trauma in the midst of early parenting. Emily is the founder of Mindful Soul Wellness. Hello! This is […]
A Postpartum Doula’s Role in Nourishing the Mother: Podcast Episode #245
Kristin Revere and Jodi Graves of Michigan Family Doulas discuss the importance of postnatal and prenatal nutrition. They also talk about the role of the postpartum doula and how they can support families after baby arrives on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am […]
Surrogacy Simplified: Podcast Episode #244
Kristin Revere and Jessie Jaskulsky discuss the types of surrogacy and options for families in this informative Ask the Doulas episode. Jessie also gives her top tips for families who are considering surrogacy. Jessi owns Surrogacy Simplified. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with Jessie […]
Reimagining Care for New Moms with Alexandra Francis: Podcast Episode #243
Kristin Revere and Alexandra Francis discuss postpartum recovery traditions worldwide and the need for holistic postpartum support models like Mama Haven. Alexandra also owns Our Hummingbird. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to bring you Alexandra Francis. Alexandra is the owner and founder of Our Hummingbird, and […]
Postnatal nutrition with Genevieve Mena of Mamieli: Podcast Episode #242
The importance of postnatal nutrition with Genevieve Mena, Co-Founder and CEO of Mamieli. Kristin Revere and Genevieve Mena discuss everything from traveling with kids to nourishing ourselves during the postpartum recovery phase on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas podcast. Be sure to tune in until the end for the special discount code for […]
Changes in Michigan’s Surrogacy Laws: Podcast Episode #241
Kristin Revere and Jessie Jaskulsky of Surrogacy Simplified discuss the changes in Michigan’s Surrogacy laws on the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Jessie also provides helpful tips to our listeners considering surrogacy as an option to grow their families. Hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am excited to chat […]
Craniosacral Therapy for Infants with Meaghan Beames: Podcast Episode #240
Kristin Revere talks with Meaghan Beames of MyBaby Craniosacral Podcast and Beames CST Training Centre. They discuss how craniosacral therapy can help babies cope with colic, latching issues, and growing pains that can make life with a newborn harder than it needs to be. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask […]
Tips for Supporting New Parents with Lizzie Williams: Podcast Episode #239
Tips for supporting your friends who just had a baby with former Gold Coast Doulas client, Lizzie Williams. Kristin and Lizzie chat about everything from creating an intentional baby registry to her top tips for supporting new parents in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Lizzie contributed to our new book, Supported: Your Guide to […]
The benefits of doula support with Anne Wallen: Podcast Episode #238
Kristin Revere and Anne Wallen discuss how doulas can impact the birth and postnatal experience. Anne also describes her doula training and education programs at MaternityWise International. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am so excited to chat with Anne Wallen today. Anne is the director of MaternityWise […]
Simple Healthy Habits for Busy Moms: Podcast Episode #237
Kristin Revere and Brianna Wilkerson of Mommy Me Time Community discuss the focus on prioritizing health and self-care during each season of motherhood. Brianna has quick tips for both new and seasoned moms to get more intentional time and nourishment. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to […]
Prenatal and Postnatal Nutrition Tips with Stephanie Middleburg: Podcast Episode #236
Kristin Revere and Stephanie Middleburg chat about the importance of nourishing yourself and your baby during pregnancy and the postnatal phase. Stephanie is the author of “The Big Book of Pregnancy Nutrition” and founder of Middleburg Nutrition. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am so excited to chat with […]
Heidi McDowell of Mind Body Baby Collective: Podcast Episode #235
Kristin and Heidi discussed her yoga studio’s expansion, including child care and a co-working space. They also discussed Heidi’s contribution to the fitness section in our upcoming book release, Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to bring back Heidi McDowell […]
4th Trimester Preparation: Podcast Episode #234
Kristin Revere and Dr. Diane Speier chat about how to best plan and prep for the postnatal phase. They discuss everything from communication to support options in this informative episode. Dr. Speier is also the creator of the Digital Doula 2.0 app. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am […]
Top 5 Toddler Behavior Questions Answered with Christine Brown of Bella Luna Family! Podcast Episode #233
Kristin Revere and Christine Brown address everything from handling tantrums to managing a child’s big feelings in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. You can listen to this episode on your favorite podcast player. Hello, this is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with my friend Christine Brown […]
Postpartum Recovery with Lynn Schulte: Podcast Episode #232
Kristin Revere and Lynn Schulte discuss postpartum healing including hemorrhoids, fissures, and tears as well as preventative steps to take during pregnancy. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with Lynn Schulte today. Lynn is the founder of the Institute for Birth Healing, and our topic […]
Breastfeeding Gadgets with Kelly Emery, IBCLC: Podcast Episode #231
Kelly shares the pros and cons of top breastfeeding gadgets with Kristin in the latest episode of Ask the Doulas. Check out her free gadget videos here and subscribe to her YouTube Channel and her Breast Friends Forever Club for more videos as Kelly comes across more gadgets and the latest lactation research. Hello, hello! […]
The Benefits of HypnoBirthing with Fear and Now Documentary Director Liat Ron: Podcast Episode #230
Kristin chats about the Fear and Now Documentary with Liat Ron, producer and director. Kristin and Liat discuss how HypnoBirthing impacted her second birth and why she decided to create a documentary about her experience along with the experiences of other families captured in the film. Hello, hello! This is Kristin with Ask the Doulas, […]
Do More Than Just Survive Postpartum with Jess Hull of Mother Me – Podcast Episode #229
Kristin Revere and Jess Hull discuss the concept of matrescence and the changes that happen to women when they become a mother. Hello, hello! This is Kristin Revere with Ask the Doulas, and I am thrilled to chat with Jess Hull today. Jess is a former Facebook and Google executive who founded Mother Me, which […]