Gentle Sleep Training with Mariana Yancik: Podcast Episode #335
Sleep struggles are one of the most common challenges new parents face – but with so much conflicting advice, how do you know what approach is right for your baby and your family? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re joined by sleep consultant Mariana Yancik of Gold Coast Doulas to break down the differences […]
Pregnancy Brain Fog and Perinatal Wellness: Podcast Episode #334
Is “pregnancy brain” real—or is there more going on beneath the surface? In this episode, we’re joined by Becky Gleed of the Perinatal & Reproductive Wellness Group to unpack the very real experience of brain fog during pregnancy and postpartum . From forgetfulness and mental fatigue to the emotional load of motherhood, Becky shares what’s […]
Finding Your Doula on Social Media: Podcast Episode #333
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re talking all about social media and doulas with Doula Darcy. Social media has become one of the most powerful ways for families to discover support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, but it can also feel overwhelming to navigate. Darcy shares practical tips for parents on how to […]
The Surprising Science of Newborn Vision
What Babies Actually See in Their First Months (and How Parents Can Support It) When a baby is born, we often assume they see the world the same way we do—just a smaller version of adult vision. But the truth is much more fascinating. Newborns enter the world with vision that is still rapidly developing, […]
Sensitive Skin and Newborns: Podcast Episode #332
Sensitive skin and newborns often go hand in hand, leaving parents overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of what products are truly safe and effective. In this episode, we sit down with Andrea Faulkner Williams, co-founder of Tubby Todd Bath Co., to talk about navigating dryness, eczema, and reactive skin in babies. We dive into why newborn […]
Gold Coast Doulas CEO Kristin Revere Named to the 2025 Entreprenista 100 List
Gold Coast Doulas is proud to announce that our Founder and CEO, Kristin Revere, has been named a 2025 Entreprenista 100 Award winner by Entreprenista. This national recognition honors 100 trailblazing women entrepreneurs who are leading innovative, high-growth businesses and making a measurable impact across industries. As a leading Michigan doula agency, Gold Coast Doulas […]
Breastfeeding Pain in the First Week: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How to Find Relief
Nobody really prepares you for the fact that breastfeeding can hurt. You’ve got this brand-new baby in your arms, and everyone around you is saying how beautiful and natural it all is—and meanwhile, you’re wincing every time your little one latches. If that’s where you’re at right now, first things first: you’re not alone. Breastfeeding […]