Transitioning Back To Work: Podcast Episode #154
Sasha Morozov of Sasha x Home shares top tips for transitioning back to work after having a baby. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country about […]
The Ins and Outs of My Vagina with Karin Freeland: Podcast Episode #153
Karin Freeland chats about her book, “The Ins and Outs of My Vagina: A Penetrating Memoir” with Kristin. They discuss everything from body image to postpartum depression. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we […]
Intentional Motherhood with Monique Russell: Podcast Episode #152
Kristin and Monique, author of Intentional Motherhood: Who Said It Would Be Easy?, discuss her book and share tips to connect with your children and communicate your needs with others to better enjoy this time of transition. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Welcome. […]
Ayurvedic Postpartum Healing with Ameya Duprey: Podcast Episode #151
Kristin and Ameya Duprey discuss the root causes of postpartum imbalances and how to heal them. Ameya is an Ayurvedic practitioner, postpartum doula and author. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on SoundCloud, iTunes, or wherever you find your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to […]
Amber’s Postnatal Story: Podcast Episode #143
Kristin chats with Gold Coast client Amber Shaw about her postnatal recovery. She shares the challenges she faced and discusses how she advocated for her needs. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. You can also check out Amber’s birth story and her experience with the Becoming course. Welcome. […]
Meet our new birth doula, Lisa.
What did you do before you became a doula/consultant? I had a 20+ year career as an Occupational Therapist. Much of my career as a therapist, was at Mary Free Bed Hospital working in the wheelchair and custom seating department. Approximately 7 years ago, I completed my master’s degree and became an academic advisor. I […]
Harnessing the Power of Stem Cells Through Cord Blood Banking
Stem cells are special human cells that have the potential to become many different types of cells, such as brain cells, muscles cells, and more. These cells have the potential to treat, or even sometimes reverse diseases that have left patients of the past without effective options. Umbilical cord blood banking provides potential treatments for […]
Juliet’s Personal Preeclampsia Story: Podcast Episode #138
Juliet Meyer shares her personal preeclampsia story with Kristin that led to her work with the Preeclampsia Foundation. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you get your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country about […]
Gold Coast Doulas is Expanding Our Reach!
We have been listening to our clients and trusted health practitioners, and we are expanding our day and overnight postpartum and sleep consulting services to Northern Michigan and Southwest Michigan starting in April of 2022. Michigan postpartum doula services and support will expand along the Gold Coast of Michigan, covering 300 miles of the western […]
Preventing Preeclampsia with Proper Nutrition
Preeclampsia is a prenatal and postpartum condition that is hallmarked by gestational hypertension and the presence of protein in the urine. It occurs in approximately 5-8% of pregnant women and can be life-threatening. Women who have had preeclampsia with a previous pregnancy are at a higher risk of developing it again. The symptoms of preeclampsia […]
Pelvic Floor: Managing Pain with Intercourse – Podcast Episode #131
Joining us today is Amanda Seymour and Katie Thomas from Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy. We discuss the issue of painful intercourse, its causes and the importance of speaking up among those who are impacted. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, Spotify, or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a […]
Depression, Depletion, and Mourning Our Previous Life: Podcast Episode #129
Alyssa talks with Maranda Bower, Postpartum Bliss Coach, about the difference between depression, depletion, and mourning our previous life. How do our bodies change during pregnancy and how can we best support healing? You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where […]
5 Tips to Build a Low EMF Emissions Home for Your Baby
Guest blog post by Andrew from Bebcare Low Emissions Baby Monitor Parents are deeply concerned about the safety of their baby. Why wouldn’t they be? Your baby is your bundle of joy and the most precious. With the abundance of wireless devices these days, EMF radiation is a hot topic amongst parents. In this blog […]
Postpartum Physical Therapy: Podcast Episode #127
Alyssa talks with Amanda and Katie, Women’s Health Physical Therapists at Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, about postpartum physical therapy and what pelvic floor physical therapy looks like after having a baby. We talk about incontinence, diastasis recti, symphysis pubic dysfunction, constipation, and so much more! You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes […]
The Lymph System and MLD Therapy: Podcast Episode #124
Kristin talks with Megan Michelotti CD (DONA) about the lymph system and manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and how it can be helpful prenatally as well as postpartum. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all […]
How to get my baby to sleep through the night.
This is probably the most commonly asked sleep question for parents, and unfortunately there isn’t an easy answer! There are many factors involved when attempting to answer this question. It can depend on things like: How old is your baby? How much do they eat? How often do they eat? Were they premature? Do they […]
What is Art Therapy? Podcast Episode #122
Alyssa talks with Janna VanderBand, an art therapist in West Michigan. We learn what art therapy is and how mothers, in any stage of their journey from fertility and conception to pregnancy and postpartum, can use art therapy to heal. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening […]
Urinary Incontinence: Podcast Episode #120
Amber and Katie from Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy talk with Alyssa again about women’s health pelvic floor rehab with a focus on urinary incontinence. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country […]
Meet Heidi – our newest birth & postpartum doula!
What did you do before you became a doula? I have a background in healthcare management. However, for the past 6.5 years I have managed a law firm dealing in personal injuries. I am also a yoga teacher specializing in prenatal, postpartum, and fertility yoga. What inspired you to become a doula? It took […]
Valerie Lynn – The Mommy Plan: Podcast Episode #119
What is eco postnatal care? Valerie Lynn, author of The Mommy Plan, tells us how to nourish and heal a postpartum body. You can listen to this complete podcast on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country about topics related […]
The Postnatal Cookbook: Podcast Episode #118
Jaren Soloff RD, IBCLC talks to Kristin about her new book The Postnatal Cookbook and the importance of nutrition during pregnancy and especially postpartum. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask The Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country […]
Meet Lee Ann, our newest birth & postpartum doula!
What did you do before you became a doula? Currently, I own my own Health & Wellness business through Isagenix. In addition, I work as an Interior Designer for a company that does home staging for realtors and their clients. Previously I was an Administrative Assistant for Leadership Events throughout the US and Canada. What […]
Meet Jessica Moeckel, RN – our newest Birth & Postpartum Doula!
What did you do before you became a doula? I was a RN at Mary FreeBed, then I transitioned to Saint Mary’s L&D. Most recently, I was at Mercy Health Physician Partners. What inspired you to become a doula? The first birth I attended was in college during the L&D portion of nursing school. In […]
Preparing your dog for a new baby: podcast episode #113
Today Kristin talks to Jenn Gavin, owner of A Pleasant Dog in Grand Rapids, MI about when to prepare your dogs for the arrival of a new baby. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes or SoundCloud. Alyssa: Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts […]