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In this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol is joined by Bridget Phetasy to discuss various topics ranging from celebrity gossip to personal life changes. Karol expresses her interest in celebrity gossip and the need for more focus on the positive aspects of relationships. Bridget shares her experiences of moving from LA to Texas, the challenges she faced, and the sense of community she found. They also discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and families, personal success, and societal problems in America. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday & Thursday.

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Steph became friends with Tracey through their mother's group - you may remember her from a previous KICBUMP episode titled "Postpartum, poop and prams" with another friend  Emma. In today's episode, Steph wanted to chat to Tracey about something that almost none of us have experienced but so many of us are curious about or at the very least fascinated by - home births.

Tracey's story is just incredible. She birthed her 4 month old son Airlie at home (which was planned), but without any midwives present (which was definitely unplanned)! Hear how she educated herself on home births, what she equipped herself with in the lead up, how she attained her midwives and her advice for any mums looking at this as an option for their birth plan.

And on another note, we love hearing your 'Toddler Tantrum Tales'! If your toddler has cracked it over something hilarious (like not being allowed to eat the dog food or crying over some broken eggs that they sat on) please send yours in to us @kicpod on Instagram. Voice notes and written messages welcome! 🥰

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Boobs, Boobs, Boobs!  Cari goes into detail about her breastfeeding journey and the breastfeeding stigma surrounding women.  Reid + Cari also update Ellie's journey at her 6th week of life and share some lessons learned.

Questions or comments to Reid + Cari, email: thehawaiicouplepodcast@gmail.com

Connect with us on:
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/caritaira
Blog: www.hawaiifoodandfamily.com

Life is so much better when you live from the heart.

Today’s guest, Randi Halaway, has helped me do just this and I’m so excited for you to meet her. Randi is a heart-centered soul and business coach who helps women transform chaos into abundance, and she cracks her heart WIDE open in this episode.

As moms, we can be so hard on ourselves – from being afraid to take sacred time for ourselves to showing up for our kids in the way we want to. Sometimes it might feel like we have to be perfect for them, or that we must shield them from hurt.

What if we took that pressure off ourselves and showed up in a way that’s just authentically ourselves? 

Randi is the woman who guided me through this rollercoaster journey, from quitting my corporate sales job, launching a business, and having a baby, which was followed by the most difficult year of my life mentally. She provided me with the tools to resettle back into my body to find clarity and peace.

In this conversation, we’ll explore how we can reconnect to our intuition and our heart space.

Resources & Links

Randi has been coaching and supporting women since 2016, helping them create and implement key strategies and organization within their businesses and their lives. She offers one-on-one coaching, courses and a membership called the Heart-Centered Collective. Visit her website and check out her free journal prompts and meditation guide. If you have any questions about her offerings, please feel free to reach out to her (on Facebook, Instagram or TikTok) or to me.

The books we talked about in this podcast include The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz & A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson. 

Learn more about Project: Mom and follow us on Instagram at @projectmompodcast.

Do you want to share your motherhood journey on the podcast? Email me at projectmompod@gmail.com. 

The baby's finally here, and she's adorable! Six months after Nipunie Rajapakse, M.D., gave birth to her new baby girl, we're catching up with her for a candid conversation about how the first few months of parenthood have gone, including: 

* Nipunie's delivery story 

* Her recovery after her C-section and tips to get through it easier 

* The first steps for the baby right after delivery 

* Breastfeeding: both mom and baby getting used to it 

* What surprised Nipunie most about delivery and the first postpartum period 

* Her biggest challenge about being a new parent 

* How breast pumping has gone so far 

* Things she bought for the baby that have been more helpful than she thought 

* Things she bought that she thought she would use and didn't 

Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: 

Mayo Clinic Press: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/podcasts/?_listing_format=podcast&_listing_categories=parenting 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mayo-clinic-moms-talking-pregnancy/id1612058190 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4aOz1IPb4yKKjaIKqwdWMD?si=c37e753629634213 

Or check out our YouTube playlist, Mayo Clinic Moms: Talking Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IaOOpA7YePCG-kfuwvoBufn 

Need more resources? 

Mayo Clinic Guide to Fertility and Conception: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/pregnancy-books/mayo-clinic-guide-to-fertility-and-conception/ 

Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/pregnancy-books/mayo-clinic-guide-to-a-healthy-pregnancy/ 

Mayo Clinic Guide to Your Baby's First Years: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/childrens-health-books/mayo-clinic-guide-to-your-babys-first-years/ 

Mayo Clinic Guide to Raising a Healthy Child: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/childrens-health-books/mayo-clinic-guide-to-raising-a-healthy-child/

Did you know there's a push to have the phrase 'Matresence' recognised? It's a term used to describe the transformation of a woman into a mother, and it's believed the changes experienced can be similar to adolescence

A pregnancy is divided into trimesters: the first trimester is from week 1 to the end of week 12. the second trimester is from week 13 to the end of week 26. the third trimester is from week 27 to the end of the pregnancy.

How to have a healthy pregnancy

1. A healthier body = A healthier baby. Take a prenatal or one-a-day vitamin with folate each day.
2. Get regular exercise.
3. Don't drink alcohol, including beer, wine, wine coolers, and liquor.
4. Don't smoke.
5. Don't use "street" drugs.
6. Stay out of hot tubs and saunas.

Bible verses related to Pregnancy from the (KJV) by Relevance

Jeremiah 1:4-5 - Then the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,   (Read More...)

Psalms 127:3 - Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.

Jeremiah 1:5 - Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.

Job 31:15 - Did not he that made me in the womb make him? and did not one fashion us in the womb?

Ecclesiastes 11:5 - As thou knowest not what is the way of the spirit, nor how the bones do grow in the womb of her that is with child: even so thou knowest not the works of God who maketh all.

Isaiah 49:15 - Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee.

Psalms 139:13 - For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.

Luke 1:44-45 - For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.   (Read More...)

John 16:21 - A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world.

Genesis 16:11 - And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Behold, thou art with child, and shalt bear a son, and shalt call his name Ishmael; because the LORD hath heard thy affliction.

Luke 23:29 - For, behold, the days are coming, in the which they shall say, Blessed are the barren, and the wombs that never bare, and the paps which never gave suck.

Exodus 21:22-25 - If men strive, and hurt a woman with child, so that her fruit depart from her, and yet no mischief follow: he shall be surely punished, according as the woman's husband will lay upon him; and he shall pay as the judges determine.   (Read More...)

Genesis 3:16 - Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee.

Psalms 22:10 - I was cast upon thee from the womb: thou art my God from my mother's belly.

Psalms 113:9 - He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD.

Deuteronomy 7:13 - And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb, and the fruit of thy land, thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep, in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee.

Proverbs 23:25 - Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.

Judges 13:3 - And the angel of the LORD appeared unto the woman, and said unto her, Behold now, thou art barren, and bearest not: but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son.

Psalms 139:13 - 127:14 - For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.   (Read More...)

Genesis 25:21 - And Isaac intreated the LORD for his wife, because she was barren: and the LORD was intreated of him, and Rebekah his wife conceived.

Genesis 21:1-2 - And the LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken.   (Read More...)

Psalms 23:1-6 - (A Psalm of David.) The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.   (Read More...)

Proverbs 31:28 - Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.

1 Samuel 2:21 - And the LORD visited Hannah, so that she conceived, and bare three sons and two daughters. And the child Samuel grew before the LORD.

1 Timothy 2:14-15 - And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression.   (Read More...)

Luke 1:14 - And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.

Ruth 4:15 - And he shall be unto thee a restorer of thy life, and a nourisher of thine old age: for thy daughter in law, which loveth thee, which is better to thee than seven sons, hath born him.

Genesis 3:14-16 - And the LORD God said unto the serpent, Because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat all the days of thy life:   (Read More...)

Genesis 9:1 - And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth.

 

In this episode we are on the way to the hospital because JEN'S WATER JUST BROKE MINUTES AGO! This baby is coming, so of course, I wanted to document the ride to see him/her.  This episode marks the end of Season 1 of the Natelovesjen Podcast. I figured since we are about to enter into another season of life, we should walk into another season of the podcast. 

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If you’re enjoying this podcast and would like to donate a little bit to help us keep this podcast going, feel free to go to buymeacoffee.com/natelovesjen to share the love.

Check out our YouTube channel:

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If you’re enjoying this podcast and would like to donate a little bit to help us keep this podcast going, feel free to go to buymeacoffee.com/natelovesjen to share the love.

Linda’s life lately has been revolving around the F-word. Fertility. 

Have you ever thought about your fertility? Or if you want to have a baby? 

Linda has always felt uncomfortable hearing these questions over the years, but with the pandemic bringing around so much uncertainty, she took matters into her own hands.

You’ll find out everything you need to know about egg freezing as Linda shares her personal journey. The facts, the risks, the ups and downs: Linda confides in her doctor and then catches up with her close friend, who is also facing her fertility.

Join Linda on her hilarious, raw and (sometimes) sad journey towards self-reflection and growth in a time of uncertainty.

Tough love lessons on all the shit that counts.

Host @LindaMarigliano with guests Dr Jenny Cook and Ariane.

This podcast was produced by Linda Marigliano and Amelia Chappelow. Photography by Jess Gleeson, Artwork by Tom Cotton @MadeinKatana

Say hi: hellotoughlove@gmail.com

Links from this Episode:

Linda's friend Kumi recommends this book - Option B - https://optionb.org/book

Victorian Government Health Information - https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/ConditionsAndTreatments/Egg-freezing

IVF Australia - https://www.ivf.com.au/treatments/fertility-preservation/egg-freezing

VARTA - https://www.varta.org.au/

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Living through a pandemic is stressful. But, what about delivering a baby right when the shutdown happens as a result of a pandemic?

This is something that my guest Sarah Akram shares in this episode. If you have a baby or getting ready to have a baby during the pandemic there is so much that you can relate to in this episode. Plus, Sarah shares a little of her journey of going from working and thinking her career would be one way, to being introduced to skincare and establishing a business that services clients that include celebrities.

Juggling career and mom life can be a challenge, but it can be done. Check out this episode and hear the conversations about:

• Challenges Sarah faced as a new mom
• Having a baby during a pandemic
• Transitioning into a working mom
• Her journey and how she got started in skincare
• The importance of having a mentor
• Encouragement for moms having a baby during this time

CONNECT WITH SARAH

• Website: www.sarahakram.com
• Instagram - @sarahakramskincare

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Getting ready to have a baby can be exciting and daunting all at the same time. Not only do you need to work out all the essentials your baby needs, but you also need to work out what family benefits you’re entitled to… And that’s a whole debacle on its own! 

Leigh and Tegan chat to the General Manager of Services Australia Hank Jongen, about how to claim family tax benefits and what you’re entitled to. 

Plus, Tegan’s WTF moment of the week was when her little toddler said “I love you” for the first time… and without any prompts! Excuse us while we mend our melting hearts back together.

LINKS

Services Australia - “Having A Baby” - https://bit.ly/2Pp9DIJ 

Services Australia - “Child Care Subsidy” - https://bit.ly/3gy45Yu 

Services Australia - “Families” - https://bit.ly/30ujNhC 

Services Australia - “Balancing” - https://bit.ly/2C0RnSP 

CREDITS

Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Tegan Natoli

Guest: Hank Jongen

Producer: Pariya Taherzadeh & Bridget Northeast

CONTACT US

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Send us an email at tgm@mamamia.com.au

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Mamas! Pop your earbuds in for this one!

Heidi and I have a transparent conversation that's loaded with truth, laughter, and advice for the pregnant mama who is anxious about delivering her baby during the Covid-19 pandemic. We have six kids between the two of us, and the wisdom flows freely on all fronts of motherhood, but with the main focus being on what to expect while being pregnant during the pandemic.

Heidi shares how pregnancy and prenatal visits were different this go 'round. She talks about advice she got from her midwife that helped prepare her mentally for a smooth labor and delivery, what you should definitely pack in your birth bag, and what she wishes someone would have told her about labor, delivery, and postpartum phases of having a baby. Naturally, I chime in with my experiences as well! This was a fun and informative time that you will want to share with pregnant mama friends needing a laugh and peace of mind.

Our hope is to encourage and put you at ease. The truth is: God is in control and your body knows what to do!

If you like what you hear, will you please leave a review on Apple Podcasts? Just scroll to the bottom and click the button Write a Review. Thanks for that, and for sharing so other mamas can find the podcast and be encouraged as well! 

The person we choose to attend our birth is one of the most impactful decisions we can make. Unfortunately, all too often the decision is made by default, choosing our gynecologist or our friend’s OB, or simply someone whose practice is close and convenient. We believe in making an informed and conscientious choice about who we allow to attend our birth. 

Today, we talk about the first three questions you should consider asking your provider, along with some red flags that would have us running in search of someone better. And most importantly, we identify the one question you should ask yourself each time you leave your provider’s office. 

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If you enjoyed this episode of the Down To Birth Show, please share with your pregnant and postpartum friends!

Between episodes, connect with us on Instagram @DownToBirthShow to see behind-the-scenes production clips and join the conversation by responding to our questions and polls related to pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood. You can reach us at Contact@DownToBirthShow.com or call (802) 438-3696 (802-GET-DOWN). We are always happy to hear from you and will strive to feature your questions and comments on upcoming shows.

You can sign up for online and in-person HypnoBirthing childbirth classes for pregnant couples taught by Cynthia Overgard, as well as online breastfeeding classes and weekly postpartum support groups run by Cynthia & Trisha at HypnoBirthing of Connecticut. 

Please remember we don’t provide medical advice, and to speak with your licensed medical provider related to all your healthcare matters. Thanks so much for joining in the conversation, and see you next week!

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Big Update Episode: Katie's having a baby!!!! But first, we hear about Shailey's big surprise for Katie, Katie's 35-week pregnant update, Sending her firstborn to public school after homeschooling and Katie's 39-week pregnant update! Katie gives real time life updates about what she's feeling and thinking as this pregnancy gets into the final weeks and school starts. Oh... so many feelings.

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