Archive for March 2021
Pumping Is Breastfeeding With Nichelle Clark from SonShine Rainbows Lactation
In this episode, Nichelle Clark, Mom, Founder of The Sonshine and Rainbows Lactation and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant shared her experience as an exclusive pumper. Nichelle is very passionate and willing to help parents navigate and avoid some of the breastfeeding/ chestfeeding challenges or how to overcome them should they arise. Highlights of the…
Read MoreSave Your Perineum! – Avoiding Episiotomies with Trish Ware from Labor Nurse Mama
Trish Ware is a labor and delivery RN who is obsessed with empowering women through knowledge. In this episode she shared her personal experience and insights on episiotomies. Her mantra is “Knowledge Empowers You!” Highlights of the Episode: What is Episiotomy? The importance of getting educated and knowing your rights as a mom.…
Read MoreWhy Your Family Needs a Business Plan with Danielle From Parent Wholeheartedly
“Allow me to come alongside you, equip you with the tools you need, and cheer you on as you go!” – Danielle Betterman In this episode, Danielle Betterman, an early childhood educator and a parent coach, shared her insights on how to create a family business plan. She is very passionate about helping families…
Read MoreAchieve Your Goal of Having A Vaginal Birth After Cesarean with Tiara Caldwell of Crown and Cradled
In the episode, Tiara Caldwell, the owner of Crown and Cradled, shared her insights on VBAC. She also shared her personal experience and why she is so passionate about helping women like her. Tiara is also a licensed nurse, trained doula, fertility coach and a certified lactation consultant. Highlights of the Episode: What…
Read MoreThe Dos and Don’ts Of Breastfeeding in the Hospital with Maria Peddy, CLC
Join Shelly and Nicole as they speak with Maria Peddy, CLC, about how to get breastfeeding off to a great start while in the hospital. Maria tells us all about: * what to expect, and not expect, from staff * whether sending your baby to nursery is a good idea * when you need to…
Read MoreFinding Relief With Herbs During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Melissa Cole, IBCLC and Clinical Herbalist
This week, join Shelly and Nicole as they speak with Melissa Cole on herbs for pregnancy and postpartum. Listen as Melissa discusses * why herbs can be helpful for new and expecting parents * why randomly taking herbs can be dangerous * why therapeutic dosages are important Resources discussed: Luna Lactation Follow Melissa on Instagram…
Read MoreNipple Shields – Friend or Foe?
Nipples shields seem to be popping up more and more in the breastfeeding world. Many parents are being handed nipple shields while still in the hospital, and I’ve even seen it being listed on baby registries! While nipple shields can be helpful with lactation, are they the miracle solution to breastfeeding problems that some parents…
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