Speaking of the Village
Building Your Village One Episode at a Time Connecting you with the Support You Need from Pregnancy to Parenting
Episodes
In this enlightening conversation, Dawn Thompson and Nicole Harlot engage with Ashley Mariani, a registered social worker and breathwork practitioner, to explore the dynamics of feminine and masculine roles in relationships, particularly during the perinatal period. They discuss the importance of masculine support for women, the concept of empowerment versus authority in birth spaces, and the need for partners to take an active rol...
In this episode, Nicole Harlot and Dawn Thompson engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Elizabeth van der Wilt, a certified doula and holistic women's health coach. They explore the sacredness of mammalian birth, drawing parallels between animal and human birthing experiences. Elizabeth shares her unique insights from witnessing a cow give birth on her farm, emphasizing the natural processes involved and the importance...
Join Co-Hosts Nicole and Dawn chat about their own experiences, opinions and stories about Inductions and C-Sections and how physiological birth is not seen in most places to birth.
induction, cesarean, maternal health, birth, intuition, active participation, informed decision-making, historical context, medical interventions, postpartum
In this episode, Nicole Harlot, Dawn Thompson, and Theresa Moutafis discuss the importance of nutrition for breastfeeding and postpartum mothers. They explore what foods to avoid during pregnancy, essential nutrients for recovery, and practical snack ideas. The conversation emphasizes the role of dietitians in supporting mothers, the significance of hydration and fiber, and the challenges of body image post-pregnancy. They also tou...
Summary
In this conversation, Dawn Thompson and Nicole Harlot engage with Rixa Freeze, a prominent advocate for twin and breech birth. They discuss the alarming rise in cesarean rates for twin births, the importance of informed consent, and the need for better training among healthcare providers. Rixa shares her journey into birth research, the findings from her twin home birth study, and the systemic changes needed to support v...
In this episode, Nicole Harlot and Dawn Thompson engage with Kerry Ingram, a postpartum mental health specialist, to discuss the critical role of community support during the postpartum period. They explore the concept of 'village tending,' emphasizing the importance of building a supportive network for new parents. The conversation highlights the need for parents to feel safe and supported, the challenges of navigating boundaries ...
Alicia Hurtt is the founder and Executive Director of I See My Baby Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women and families through holistic wellness and compassionate support. As a certified birth doula, minister, and author of over 32 books, Alicia draws from her personal journey of overcoming infertility, depression, and a crisis of faith to inspire and uplift others. With a Master’s degree in Leadership and Ch...
Ashley Holmes is a Holistic Fertility Coach specializing in the mind-body connection, empowering women through fertility challenges, pregnancy, and the journey beyond. With expertise in bodywork, energetics and mindfulness, she guides individuals in creating a balanced foundation for conception, nurturing early pregnancy, and healing from loss. Ashley’s compassionate approach helps clients embrace resilience, deepen self-trust, and...
As the lead certified pediatric sleep expert at Your Zen Baby Sleep, Sarah Bossio works with tired parents with children ages 0-8 years old to achieve their individual sleep goals, so that everyone can get the rest they need. She has supported over 500 families in her one-on-one programs and 1,000s in her courses and group programs. As a former special education teacher, Sarah believes every child learns differently and every paren...
Jordan, Owner of Muscle Mama Fitness has a goal to help prenatal women prepare their bodies pregnancy, labor & birth as well as aid them in having a stronger foundation for their postpartum recovery. She helps postpartum women navigate their recovery process safely and build strength to keep up with the physical demands of parenthood.
@musclemama_fitness
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