Reclaiming Our Feminine Energy As Mothers: Podcast Episode #174
Kristin chats with Dr. Laura from Mind Your Soul about supporting and reclaiming feminine energy in motherhood. Dr. Laura is the author of “You Are the Most Perfectly Perfect You.” You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · Reclaiming Our Feminine […]
Navigating Parental Leave: Podcast Episode #173
Kristin discusses the ins and outs of navigating parental leave with Linzay Davis, Founder of The Park. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · Navigating Parental Leave Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to […]
The Secret to Creating More Calm and Joy in Motherhood: Podcast Episode #172
Kristin chats with Peg Sadie of the Resilient Mom Academy about self-care, joy in motherhood and so much more. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · The Secret to Creating More Calm and Joy in Motherhood Welcome. You’re listening to […]
Navigating Life After Loss: Podcast Episode #171
Kristin chats with Michelle Valiukenas from the Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation about navigating life after loss. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · Navigating Life After Loss Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to […]
Fashion for Breastfeeding: Podcast Episode #170
Kristin discusses challenges of the professional mother with Magda Lasota Morales, founder of MLM Brand. Magda created a timeless line of dresses for breastfeeding and pumping moms. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · Fashion for Breastfeeding Moms Welcome. You’re […]
Baby Registry Trends: Podcast Episode #169
Kristin chats with Lexi Tabor of Hatchling CLE about the latest baby trends and services. 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 topics related to […]
Medicaid for Doulas with Doulas Diversified: Podcast Episode #168
Kristin chats with Erica about the Medicaid coverage for doulas in Michigan and how this improves maternal and infant health outcomes. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Ask The Doulas Podcast · Medicaid for Doulas with Erica Guthaus of Doulas Diversified Welcome. You’re […]
Meet our new Postpartum Doula and Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), Sarah!
We hope you enjoy getting to know Sarah in our Q&A blog! Sarah serves families in West Michigan as a certified Newborn Care Specialist. She offers day and overnight newborn support. 1) What did you do before you became a newborn care specialist? I have worked in the field of Early Childhood for 20 […]
Postpartum Support with Carrie Kolehouse of MomsBloom: Podcast Episode #167
Carrie Kolehouse, Executive Director of MomsBloom chats with Kristin about why MomsBloom is focused on supporting mothers in West Michigan and beyond. 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 […]
Meet Mya, Our Newest Postpartum Doula!
Meet Mya, Our Newest Postpartum Doula! As you know, when we bring a new person onto the Gold Coast team, we love to find out more about them and share that with you! Let’s find out more about Mya. 1) What did you do before you became a postpartum doula? Before becoming a doula, I […]
Connection and Compassion Are Key
I’ve said it a lot; there is no one-size-fits-all solution to sleep, but this applies to parenting in general as well. Many parents will read about certain techniques, and even follow specific scripts with older children, but if they don’t work, parents feel like they have failed or there is something wrong with their kid. […]
2022 Reflections
2022 Reflections: Whew! Our word of the year for 2022 was changed. Gold Coast announced an expansion for day and overnight postpartum support to Northern and Southwest Michigan in April. Alyssa Veneklase transitioned from co-owner to subcontractor at Gold Coast in August. She still leads the Becoming A Mother course with Kristin and teaches at […]
Why You Should Take a Breastfeeding Class: Podcast Episode #166
Kristin chats with Kelly Emery of Baby Beloved about why moms should take a breastfeeding class during pregnancy. 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 […]
How to Build Foundations to Stay Active Postpartum: Podcast Episode #165
Kristin chats with Dr. Karlie Causey, co-founder of a postpartum activewear brand called Jen & Keri, a sports chiropractor and certified strength and condition coach who is passionate about providing practical tools to moms and moms-to-be, helping them restore their bodies and continue exercising after their babies are born. You can listen to this complete […]
Navigating Healthcare Systems During Pregnancy: Podcast Episode #164
We talk with Estelle Giraud, CEO and co-founder of Trellis Health, about navigating healthcare systems during pregnancy. 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 topics […]
Sign Language for Newborns, Infants, and Toddlers: Podcast Episode #163
We talk with Cara Tyrrell about using sign language with newborns, infants, and toddlers. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Be sure to listen to find out how to get a free download on the benefits of ASL for your little ones! Welcome. You’re […]
Body Image And Nutrition During Pregnancy: Podcast Episode #162
Kristin and English Goldsborough chat about body image during pregnancy and the importance of nutrition. English owns The Nourishing Tree and is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner and a certified lactation counselor. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or wherever you find your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the […]
NICU and Preemie Mom Support with Jodi Klaristenfeld: Podcast Episode #161
We chat with Jodi Klaristenfeld, founder of FLRRiSH, about navigating the NICU and supporting moms of preemies. 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 topics […]
Fitness Tips for Prenatal and Postnatal: Podcast Episode #160
Kristin interviews Sarah Ann Kelly. Sarah Ann is the owner and founder of MomTrainer. Sarah Ann shares prenatal and postnatal fitness tips and suggests ways to create intentional time for working out. Sarah Ann is also giving 50% off with the discount code GoldCoastDoulas! Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we […]
Postpartum Anxiety and OCD: Podcast Episode #159
Kristin chats with Jasmine Emerick about her personal struggles with postpartum anxiety and OCD and her work as a therapist. Jasmine is the author of The Postpartum Therapist. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country about topics related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and […]
Meet our new Postpartum Doula, Jene’e!
1) What did you do before you became a doula/consultant? For many years, I primarily have been a “domestic engineer”, a stay-at-home mom. Although in some of those years, my family has owned a few restaurants, and I helped there when I was needed. 2) What inspired you to become a doula/consultant? Becoming a mama […]
Potty Training with Christine Brown: Episode #158
Kristin and Christine Brown, owner of Bella Luna Family, discuss top potty training tips and infant sleep. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from all over the country about topics related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and early parenting. Let’s chat! Kristin: Hello, hello. This is Kristin with […]
Simplifying Motherhood: Podcast Episode #157
Krista Lockwood, founder of Motherhood Simplified, shares her top decluttering tips for new moms to prep for the arrival of a new baby. You can listen to this complete podcast episode on iTunes, SoundCloud, or anywhere you find your podcasts. Welcome. You’re listening to Ask the Doulas, a podcast where we talk to experts from […]
Functional Maternity: Podcast Episode #156
Sarah Thompson, author of Functional Maternity explains what maternal functional medicine is and the role nutrition plays in pregnancy and birth outcomes. 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 […]