Healthy Births, Happy Babies | Prenatal Care | Natural Birth | Pregnancy | Pediatrics

Guest: Kimberly Johnson, certified Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, mother, doula, Rolfer and yoga teacher. In this episode, we will cover: What Moms really say about their desire for sex after the baby is born How understanding what Mom needs in the post-partum window helps Dad get what he needs More than making "Date Night" happen - simple ways to reestablish intimacy in your relationship now that you're parents together Resources mentioned in the conversation: Kimberly's website: www.MagaMama.com  Bio: About Kimberly Johnson Kimberly Johnson is a Certified Sexological Bodyworker and near-certified Somatic Experiencing practitioner. She is also a single mom, doula, Rolfer and yoga teacher. She leads workshops internationally and virtually on the intersection of women's sexuality and spirituality as well as holistic post-partum healing. After living in Brazil for eight years, she now resides in San Diego, CA where she has a private practice, specializing in birth injury, birth t

Guest: Rachelle Garcia Seliga, mother, wife and Certified Professional Midwife whose work is dedicated to midwifing a cultural shift that honors our innate wisdom, personal authority and the sanctity of Life. She is the creator of INNATE Postpartum Care; a Certification Training for birth and health care professionals based upon postpartum physiology and the primal continuum. In this episode, we will cover: how similar the 40 days of ritual post-partum care across the world is and how it can be incorporated into this day and age how the loss of the ceremonious recognition of the woman's transition into motherhood contributes to post-partum depression how women need the traditions of midwifery care and ceremonial work to come back in western prenatal and post-partum care for healthier birth and healthier family life Resources mentioned in the conversation: Rachelle's website: www.InnateTraditions.com Bio: About Rachelle Garcia Seliga Rachelle Garcia Seliga, is a mother, wife and Certified Professional Midw

In this anniversary episode (we launched 1 year ago, this is our 50th episode and we've reached 80,000 downloads!), Dr. Jay Warren reviews the book "The Secrets of the Baby Whisperer" by Tracy Hogg. In this episode, we will cover: how Tracy Hogg's 20 questions about your baby will help you know how to better understand your baby's moods and needs. the E.A.S.Y. method to creating a rhythm to your day that works for you and your baby (Eating, Activity, Sleeping, You). the S.L.O.W. method that allows you to respond (rather than react) to your crying baby (Stop, Listen, Observe, What's up). Resources mentioned in this episode: The Secrets of the Baby Whisperer book in Amazon

Guest: Dr. Bruce Lipton, author of the bestselling book: The Biology of Belief, former allopathic medical school professor and research scientist and thought leader in the field of epigenetics, human development and conscious parenting. In this episode, we will cover: why Dr. Lipton refers to pregnancy as nature's "Head Start" program and how the prenatal experience prepares the baby for the world that the mother perceives it to be how the environment that a child experiences in the first 6 years of life is so crucial to their health and wellbeing for the rest of their life what you as a parent can do right now to shift your environment so that your child grows up healthier and happier Resources mentioned in the conversation: Dr. Bruce Lipton's website: www.brucelipton.com Link to his book, Biology of Belief on Amazon Link to the APPPAH (the Association of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health): www.birthpsychology.com Bio: About Dr. Bruce Lipton Dr. Bruce Lipton, author of the bestseller: The Bio

Guest: Jane Chen, co-founder and CEO of Embrace, a social enterprise startup that aims to help the 20 million premature and low-birth-weight babies born every year, through a low-cost infant warmer and of Little Lotus Baby, which uses NASA inspired technology to keep babies at the perfect temperature so they can sleep better. In this episode, we will cover: how a Stanford graduate program project helped save 200,000 premature babies in the third world countries how Jane is using the Tom's Shoes' model with Little Lotus Baby products to fund Embrace preme warmers to be distributed throughout the world how your company can participate in a gifting program that helps these preterm babies in the poorest corners of the world  Resources mentioned in the conversation: to watch Jane Chen's TED Talk www.EmbraceInnovations.com www.LittleLotusBaby.com email info@embraceinnovations.com for more information about their corporate gifting program Bio: About Jane Chen JANE MARIE CHEN is the co-founder and CEO of Embrace

Guest: Kimberly Johnson, certified Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, mother, doula, Rolfer and yoga teacher. In this episode, we will cover: What the common post partum symptoms you might be experiencing that are due to unhealthy scar tissue in your abdomen or pelvic floor What the difference is between scars and adhesions and why it's so important to post partum recovery What "vaginal mapping" is and how it can help prevent birth injury and accelerate post partum recovery Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.MagaMama.com www.ScarTissueRemediation.com  So You Have Prolapse...Now What? - step-by-step guide by Kimberly Trail Guide to the Pelvic Floor - opt in at the bottom of her webpage Bio: About Kimberly Johnson Kimberly Johnson is a Certified Sexological Bodyworker and near-certified Somatic Experiencing practitioner. She is also a single mom, doula, Rolfer and yoga teacher. She leads workshops internationally and virtually on the intersection of women's sexuality and sp

Guest: Maring Higa, L.Ac., specializing in acupuncture for fertility, prenatal and post-partum care for women. In this episode, we will cover: How acupuncture can help get labor started around your due date The ways acupuncture can prep your body for a healthier, quicker delivery How Maring combines the current technology (the Acugraph) with the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine to help her patients more powerfully  Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.CapWellnessCenter.com www.MaringHiga.com About Maring Higa: Natural medicine has always been an integral part of Maring’s personal journey. She has studied extensively in the area of infertility, pregnancy and post-partum recovery. In 2005, Maring traveled to Cheng Du, China to intern with some of the best gynecological doctors in the world. Maring has specialized in treating male infertility, female infertility and pregnancy support for the past 6 years, and continues to study the most up to date information in this field. Maring’s per

Guest: Dr. Michel Odent, world renowned obstetrician and pioneer in the natural birth moment for bringing home-like birthing rooms and birthing pools in maternity hospitals. In this episode (Part 2 of 2), we will cover: Dr. Odent shares his research in his book, "The Scientification of Love" and how important the natural sequence of hormonal release in childbirth improves maternal-baby bonding What the one thing is after over 50 years of helping women deliver babies that he recommends to expecting moms  Resources mentioned in the conversation: Dr. Michel Odent's website: www.wombecology.com Primal Health Research database: www.primalhealthresearch.com About Dr. Michel Odent: Dr. Michel Odent has been in charge of the surgical and obstetrical units at the Pithiviers state hospital in France (1962-1985) and is the founder of the Primal Health Research Centre (London). He introduced in the 1970s the concepts of home-like birthing rooms and birthing pools in maternity hospitals. He is the author of the first

Guest: Dr. Michel Odent, world renowned obstetrician and pioneer in the natural birth moment for bringing home-like birthing rooms and birthing pools in maternity hospitals. In this episode (Part 1 of 2), we will cover: Dr. Odent explains his famous quotable quote: "To change the world, we must first change the way babies are being born." The "Primal Period" = prenatal life, the birth and the first year of life - and how if affects the rest of that person's life. How the "cocktail of love hormones" can be released and how it makes for a better birth. Resources mentioned in the conversation: Dr. Michel Odent's website: www.wombecology.com Primal Health Research database: www.primalhealthresearch.com About Dr. Michel Odent: Dr. Michel Odent has been in charge of the surgical and obstetrical units at the Pithiviers state hospital in France (1962-1985) and is the founder of the Primal Health Research Centre (London). He introduced in the 1970s the concepts of home-like birthing rooms and birthing pools in mat

Guest: Penny Simkin, a physical therapist, educator and doula who has specialized in childbirth education and labor support since 1968 and the author of "The Birth Partner: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Doulas, and All Other Labor Companions”. In this episode, we will cover: what 48 years of childbirth education has taught her when it comes to dealing with soon-to-be parents when labor starts why a doula is so important for both the woman and the birth parter (and the baby) what her book, "The Birth Partner" covers and how it can help the birth process go smoother Resources mentioned in the conversation: Penny's website: www.pennysimkin.com DONA International (Doula Services): http://www.dona.org/ The Birth Partner book - (buy it here on Amazon) About Penny Simkin: Penny Simkin, PT, is a physical therapist who has specialized in childbirth education and labor support since 1968. She estimates she has prepared over 14,000 women, couples, and siblings for childbirth. She is author or co-author of

Guest: Gerri Ryan, Executive Director & COO of the Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery, licensed professional midwife, certified doula and nationally recognized doula trainer. In this episode, we will cover: the paradigm shift around natural birth Gerri Ryan is witnessing across the country and what it means for the next generation of children  answers to the common "what if's" questions of home birth: what if there's a problem at home? what if we need to go to the hospital? IS IT SAFE? what Gerri sees as the hallmark of midwifery care = post-partum care Resources mentioned in the conversation: San Diego Birth Network: http://www.sandiegobirthnetwork.org/ Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery: http://www.nizhoniinstitute.edu/ About Gerri Ryan: Gerri Ryan, L.M., C.P.M., FACCE, Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer of Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery: Managed administrative staff of a large firm for several years before leaving the corporate arena to pursue her goal of becoming a midwife. She is a licensed and c

Guest: Willow Buckley, a certified classical homeopath, labor doula, and prenatal yoga teacher. She is back on our podcast for the third time. In this episode, we will cover: the safety of using homeopathic remedies with infants and children and how homeopathy works in the body  the difference between trying to get rid of symptoms and supporting the child's body during an illness so not only are they more comfortable, but they come out stronger on the other side of it. homeopathic remedies that can help ailments common to infants and children: irritability, colic, constipation, diarrhea, immune function, teething, thrush, fevers, ear aches, hives, etc. Resources mentioned in the conversation: Willow’s website for her eBook on Kids' Health: www.balancingyourhealth.com www.AskDrSears.com Bio: About Willow Buckley Willow Buckley, is a certified classical homeopath, labor doula, and prenatal yoga teacher. She first combined her holistic interests with her medical science studies while earning a Bachelor of Sc

In this THIRD episode of "We're Having a Baby, Naturally!", Amanda & HR catch us up all that they've been doing since last time. Amanda is 37 weeks now and is due at the end of June. They share what they learned in some of the birth classes they've taken: Hypnobirthing, Breastfeeding 101 and Newborn Care. HR shares his perspective too on what these classes did for him as a soon-to-be father and as a husband that wants to support his wife as best he can in labor. Guests: Amanda & HR Dudley, a newly pregnant couple who are sharing their prenatal journey with Dr. Cap and the team at the Cap Wellness Center for us to learn what it's like to go through a natural birth process.    Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.CapWellnessCenter.com

Guest: Amanda Dodson is the Founder and President of both the Japan Birth Resource Network and The Birth Education Center of Okinawa and was voted the 2016 Spouse of the Year for Marine Corps in Okinawa, Japan. In this episode, we will cover: Amanda's journey from Military Mom to natural birth advocate for military families in Japan how she sees the network of doulas in Okinawa she's created could be implemented at military bases around the world how being voted Military Spouse of the Year in Okinawa has opened doors in Washington DC for this dream to become a reality Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.japanbirthresourcenetwork.com www.birthedcenterofokinawa.com www.facebook.com/JapanBRN About Amanda Dodson Amanda Dodson is a DONA certified birth doula (DONA), a certified HypnoBirthing Practitioner HBCE, Founder and President of the Japan Birth Resource Network and founder of The Birth Education Center of Okinawa. She was also voted as the 2016 Spouse of the Year for Marine Corps Base Camp SD B

Guest: Dr. Angelo Del Re, pediatrician with Coast Pediatrics in San Diego, CA that considers it a privilege to care for acutely ill children but also has interests in both newborn wellness and childhood injury prevention. In this episode, we will cover: the 5 questions you should ask a pediatrician before you entrust the health of your child to them the features of a pediatric office you should look for (besides just location and if they take your insurance) Resources mentioned in the conversation: Coast Pediatrics website: www.coastpediatrics.com About Dr. Angelo Del Re, MD, MSc, FAAP Dr. Del Re grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and attended college at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. He furthered his education by earning both a graduate degree in neuroscience as well as his medical degree at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Del Re completed his pediatrics residency in Virginia, with research interests in child abuse detection and prevention. He also practiced pediatric medicine internatio

Guest: Dr. Laura Brayton, holistic chiropractor and host of the "Well-Adjusted Mama" podcast who is passionate about supporting the health and wellness of the families of her community.   In this episode, we will cover: As a podcaster, Dr. Brayton has interviewed over 75 experts in prenatal, birthing and post-partum care. She shares the most important tips she's learned from these experts over the years. How Type A personalities carry that stress into their pregnancies and how it can hinder the birth experience How environmental toxins can add to the stress a woman's body endures and how it can affect the baby Resources mentioned in the conversation: Dr. Laura Brayton's website: www.drlaurabrayton.com  The Environmental Working Group website: www.ewg.org the EWG.org "Healthy Living" app: www.ewg.org/apps/ About Dr. Laura Brayton: Dr. Laura Brayton is a holistic chiropractor who is passionate about supporting the health and wellness of the families of her community.  Dr. Brayton writes regularly on health-

Guest: Dr. Sarah Buckley, a family physician in Brisbane, Australia, trained in family physician obstetrics and an authority on the hormonal physiology of childbearing. In this episode, we will cover: the 4 main hormones of birth and how each contributes to a natural and safe experience for both mom and baby how birth was really meant to be private, safe and unobserved and how disturbing the labor process slows things down Recommendations on how to keep this normal flow of hormones going so labor progresses naturally and quickly Resources mentioned in the conversation: Dr. Sarah Buckley's website: www.SarahBuckley.com her Hormonal Physiology of Childbearing report - http://transform.childbirthconnection.org/reports/physiology/ sign up to get her free eBook, Ecstatic Birth and other updates: http://sarahbuckley.com/subscribe-to-sarahs-updates Dr. Buckley's Gentle Natural Birth Pregnancy program - http://www.gentlenaturalbirth.com/ About Dr. Sarah Buckley: Dr. Sarah Buckley is a family physician in Brisbane

Guest: Dr. Pia Martin, a practicing Wellness Doctor in San Diego, CA. In this episode, we will cover: The 7 best foods/supplements you can use to support yourself after your delivery What foods help to increase breast milk supply and which ones to avoid if you're having breast feeding issues When your baby might need a probiotic and how to choose one Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.CapWellnessCenter.com To get the free Pregnancy Protein Guide from Dr. Pia Martin to help you in your pregnancy, go to www.DrPia.com and request it through her contact page. About Dr. Pia Martin: Dr. Pia Martin is a practicing Wellness Doctor in San Diego, California.  She is a graduate from Parker University in Dallas with a Doctorate in Chiropractic and certifications in Clinical Nutrition and Wellness Coaching,  She is also an active member of ICPA and author of hundreds of Blog Posts on healthy living.  She specializes in providing custom nutritional health programs for new moms so that they can have a healthy

Guest: Dr. David Jackson, founder and CEO of Epic Practice, chiropractor, husband and father. In this episode, we will cover: what the source of the health care challenges that today's families face are and what they can do about it how exercising in the "Gym of Life" allows kids to grow up into strong, healthy, resilient contributors as adults what the One Thing Dr. David believes is the best thing he can do to ensure his family is happy and healthy (and you can do too) Resources mentioned in the conversation: http://thenationalwellnessfoundation.org/ About Dr. David Jackson: Dr. David is a committed father of 3 incredible girls and has shared an Epic Love Affair with his wife Nicole for 26 years. His commitment to creating Impact for others along with an unparalleled personal life for himself and his family has led him to create 18 businesses. Having risen from the ashes of failing in practice 9 times, Dr. David has spoken on 6 continents to over 100K people. His passion is to help chiropractors solidif

Guests: Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis In this episode, we will cover: the list of things Dr. Cap wants each of his patients to do before they go into labor - it's not what you think how Dr. Cap helps create a "Golden Hour" after birth for mommy, daddy and baby to bond together what the #1 thing Dr. Cap has seen that helps ensure a woman has an amazing hospital birth Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.CapWellnessCenter.com A list of all the birth classes offered: Cap Wellness Center Classes A library of informational videos about pregnancy and birth: Cap Wellness YouTube Channel About Dr. Capetanakis: Dr. Capetanakis is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the owner/founder of the Cap Wellness Center. He received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific so Along with all the requirements of an MD, Dr. Capetanakis has trained in the art of osteopathic manipulative medicine. He serves as the Vice Chair o