In The Family Way

Are you team Mother's Day or do you avoid this holiday at all costs? This week Eleanor and Alex dissect the holiday and how they wish it could be improved. Or at least made more enjoyable!Connect with us! FacebookPodcast InstagramAlex's InstagramEleanor's Instagram

Rowan Twosisters, CPM, LM  is a Midwife, Aware Practitioner, and STREAM Pelvic Specialist. Twosisters joined us for an amazing interview to talk all about Cervical Scarring.If you're someone with a uterus or knows someone with a uterus, this is a fantastic episode to listen to. Cervical scarring can sound big and scary and feel quite overwhelming, but Twosisters breaks the information down for us into simple, educational pieces. Cervical Scar Tissue, A Bigger Deal Than You Think is your guide to increased ease with fertility, labor and birth.Get this book at https://bookshop.org/ or on Amazon!Inside this book, you'll learn:- Why scar tissue forms on the cervix- Why almost no one cares until it becomes a labor block- What you can do to keep it from derailing your birth preferencesLabor and birth can be full of wild cards, a cervix that prevents a straightforward delivery doesn't have to be one of them. #ounceofpreventionCheck out Rowan's Website https://preggers.rocks/ and her recipe for Probiotic Porridge!Connect with us! FacebookPodcast InstagramAlex's InstagramEleanor's Instagram

Eleanor was on the radio! Check out this short bonus episode where Eleanor appeared on Houston radio KPFT 90.1 to talk about maternal mortality, racism, and the role of a doula as people transition into parenthood.CHILDREN AT RISK is a non-partisan research and advocacy organization dedicated to addressing the root causes of poor public policies affecting children. Using the tools of research and advocacy, CHILDREN AT RISK works on a broad range of children's issues, including education, parenting and family well-being, health and nutrition, immigration, and the fight to end human trafficking.Check out their website to learn more:  Children At RiskEleanor's InstagramAlex's InstagramPodcast InstagramConnect with us! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast Instagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Parents of littles who have allergies and sensitivities know that it's not always solved with a simple cream or 1 trip to the doctor. This week Dr. Kim Tran from Integrated Chiro and Wellness joins the pod to share her story of her son Emerson's experience with food and environmental allergies/sensitivities. Her story is a powerful one that shows parents we don't have to just stop at one place for relief and sometimes, we need to keep digging and advocating for our kids. Connect with Dr. Kim Tran!https://www.fulshearkatychiro.com/Instagram @dr_kimtran and @integratedchirowellnessFacebook https://www.facebook.com/ichirowellnessConnect with us! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast Instagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

If you elect to use an epidural as a form of pain relief we WANT it to work for you. But in the event you're one of the unlucky 10% of people who do not have the full pain free experience. What are your other options? This week Alex and Eleanor discuss back up plans and other options - just in case!Connect with us!    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastInstagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoulaConnect with us! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast Instagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Goodbye 2022! You were a year of growth and expansion whether we meant it to be one or not. Eleanor and Alex discuss their years as well as what they want to do better next year. Join us for a fun recap!Side note: It's amazing how you blink and time has run away from you! Unfortunately this episode had a bit of overlap with the audio so it took some extra time and finesse to get through it. Thanks for being patient with us!Connect with us!    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastInstagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoulaConnect with us! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast Instagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Are you birthing at home or heading to the hospital to have your baby? You don't have to just accept the hospital will be a cold sterile place! There is so much that can be done to help make your birth space more comfortable and welcoming. This week Eleanor and Alex discuss using your 5 senses to create a space specific to your needs. Connect with us! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast Instagram ITFW @inthefamilywaypodcast Alex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

It can be a challenge to find the perfect OBGYN or Midwife when you're crunched to chose someone for prenatal care and birth. Do you just chose who your insurance has on the list? Someone close by? Do they make time for you? Answer your questions and calm your fears? Are they going on vacation during your due date? This week Eleanor and Alex discuss the RED FLAGS you should look out for when searching for the perfect provider to support your birth! Connect with us!  Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastInstagramITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Planning for baby is naturally very baby centric. We need to get this for baby or go here to learn how to do this when baby is born. But how can we manage your connection with your partner after baby arrives? You don't have to give up that closeness or intimacy just because you're now a parent. This week Eleanor and Alex discuss ways to prepare for the shift of new parenthood while staying boo'd up. Also, listen to Alex die inside as she shares her recent awkward encounter at the nail salon. Connect with us!  Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastInstagramITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Has the 4 month sleep regression got you stressin? Did you totally skip over the one your friends all moaned and groaned about but now you're worried about the next one? What is the whole point of sleep regressions anyway? Join us this week as we discuss how we cope with sleep regressions and what's happening in your little baby's brain while they seem to be reverting to newborn sleep cycles.Connect with us!   Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastInstagramITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Births don't always go how we plan! This is our dear friend and colleague's birth story where she planned a birth center birth but her baby had other plans! Angel shares with us how she prepared for a positive labor and birth and how much her midwife and doula made her birth and postpartum so special. Connect with Angel: @baskfamilywellnessConnect with us:  https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

This week Eleanor and Alex discuss ways to help shorten the initial stage of labor and avoid the dreaded 'back labor" you've been warned about from everyone and their mama. Websites we mention in this episode:http://www.milescircuit.comhttps://www.spinningbabies.comConnect with us on social media!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Have you seen the letter from a certain OBGYN office in NY telling their clients to not make birth plans and to just blindly trust their judgment? This week we discuss why this isn't only rude, but can be straight up DANGEROUS. Connect with us!  https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Doula work isn't all birth and babies! Did you know that DEATH doulas are a thing?? This week Alex and Eleanor discuss the other types of doulas and how they can support their clients! Connect with us!  https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Today you're in for a real treat! Ashley and Ramzi Beshara share their birth story. A surprise induction after a preeclampsia diagnosis, shady placenta deals, pizza deliveries, and their road to meeting their baby. Connect with us!  https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastITFW @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

This week Eleanor and Alex discuss the balance between giving your all to birth work and maintaining a decently healthy mental wellbeing. Follow us on social media!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastPodcast IG @inthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

We may be a little biased, but doula work is critical to changing the way people experience birth and new parenthood. Aspiring doulas reach out to us often asking how to get started and the answer is........it depends! In this episode of a 3 part series, Eleanor and Alex discuss things to consider before you make the leap into birthwork. There is so much more to this work than holding babies and squeezing hips!Next episode we'll cover mental health as it pertains to birthwork so please send us any questions you may have to inthefamilywaypodcast@gmail.comConnect with us!  https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastAlex @htxwombservice Eleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Never under estimate the birth of a 3rd baby! This week, one of our loyal listeners and Eleanor's doula client Danielle is on the pod sharing her son Dean's birth story. So many highs and lows and her journey with dealing with fatphobia and fear mongering. It's so good you do not want to miss it!

We can't believe we've been podcasting and you've been following along with us for one year! Thank you for sticking with us! This week Eleanor and Alex go over what a rollercoaster 2021 has been for the world, our business, and life general. What did we do this year and what are the plans for 2022?Follow us and keep in touch!InstagramFacebookAlex's InstagramEleanor's Instagram

Is your baby crying and inconsolable for hours at the end of the day? Have you heard of the ominous witching hour and want to know how to avoid it or help it end sooner? Listen in this week as Eleanor and Alex discuss what the witching hour is and how you can help curb your babies anger tornado. More about P.U.R.P.L.E crying here:http://purplecrying.infoFollow us on social media!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

Have you thought about Hypnobirthing? Had a friend who told you all about her blissed out and relaxing birth and you just couldn't believe a word she said?? Well today we are so lucky to have Ms. Angel Whaley from Bask Family Wellness as a guest host and her Hypnobirthing Childbirth Educator LaKiesha Pham here to tell us about how Hypnobirthing is real and not just a bunch of magic and unicorn farts. Angel took LaKiesha's Hypnobirthing class while she was pregnant with her daughter Logan and she had an amazing experience and we are so happy to have them on and hear all about it!Connect with LaKiesha Pham!https://www.intuitivebirtheducation.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ibirthedu/Connect with Angel Whaley!https://baskfamilywellness.comhttps://www.instagram.com/baskfamilywellness/Connect with Eleanor and Alex!https://www.eleanorpradodoula.comhttps://www.instagram.com/eleanorpradodoula/https://www.houstonwombservice.comhttps://www.instagram.com/htxwombservice/

VBAC or Vaginal Birth After Cesarean is what we're discussing today with none other than birth doula Kelley Ellis. Kelley is a mom of three wonderful and hilarious boys who's births lead her down the road of educating herself on her rights as a birthing person and later lead her to become a doula herself. Don't miss this one!Connect with Kelley! http://www.texaswarriorchildbirth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/texaswarriorchildbirth/Connect with us!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/https://www.instagram.com/eleanorpradodoula/https://www.instagram.com/htxwombservice/Links to articles and resources on VBAC:https://www.aafp.org/afp/2004/1001/p1397.htmlhttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/delivery.htmhttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr64/nvsr64_04.pdfhttps://www.instagram.com/vbacfacts/https://www.instagram.com/thevbaclink/

"It takes a village to raise a family" Yeah, that's all well and good, but what about those who don't have a village to come help them??? This week we discuss real ways to make your transition to parenthood a little easier. Also, here's that KFC chicken and rice hack Alex found online. https://www.honestfoodtalks.com/chicken-and-rice-recipes-kfc/Connect with us! https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast

C-section, Cesarean, Belly birth, Surgical birth. There are a variety of reasons you may need to have a cesarean birth so let's dive in and discuss what you need to know before you head in. Connect with us!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast

They were cramps until they WEREN'T. Join us in listening to our favorite Sex Therapist Mary Frank tell us how her baby girl came charging into the world! They are legit lucky they made it to the birth center in time. Such a good story you don't want to miss out!Connect with Mary!https://mfranktherapy.commfranktherapy@gmail.comAnd connect with us on social media!!https://www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/https://www.facebook.com/InTheFamilyWayPodcast

From our very first birth to our most recent, what have we learned and how have we grown? This episode was a great one as we reflect on how much things have changed and how our lived experiences shape the way we do birth work. Follow us on Instagram Podcast @InthefamilywaypodcastAlex @htxwombserviceEleanor @eleanorpradodoula

We are VERY honored to feature Ms. Frances Coleman, CPM on this week's podcast. She is a wife and mother of 3, a licensed midwife, Lamaze Childbirth Educator, Certified to teach Infant CPR, Newborn care, and Car Seat Installation, and a trained doula. Lord! What can't she do???Frances blessed us by having a very honest and candid conversation about out of hospital births. The pros the cons and everything in between! Connect with Frances!www.fullcirclefamilyservices.squarespace.comwww.instagram.com/superfran1130/www.facebook.com/Fullcirclefamilyservices

We are thrilled to feature Starlita Kilpatrick from The Mama Connect! Starlita is an absolute treasure and a wonderful resource to the community! She is a Postpartum Preeclampsia Survivor, Babywearing Consultant, Homeschooling parent, a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, and teaches American Sign Language for kids. We are so happy she is here this week to discuss Black Babywearing Week and to give us details on how to get involved and learn from other Black babywearing parents out there!Get in touch with Starlita!https://www.themamaconnect.com/https://www.instagram.com/themamaconnect/https://www.facebook.com/themamaconnect/hello@themamaconnect.com

This week Eleanor and Alex discuss how to hire a doula. Which questions should you ask to make sure you find the best fit? 

This week, Eleanor and Alex discuss the deal with birth plans. Spoiler alert: It's not just about the piece of paper you bring to the hospital with you. Follow usShow --> www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/Eleanor --> www.instagram.com/eleanorpradodoula/Alex --> www.instagram.com/htxwombservice/

Wooooo! The FINAL stretch (LITERALLY) You made it, boo. Now listen and see what you're in for. Connect with us on social media and tell us if you experienced any of these symptoms during your 3rd trimester!Follow usShow --> www.instagram.com/inthefamilywaypodcast/Eleanor --> www.instagram.com/eleanorpradodoula/Alex --> www.instagram.com/htxwombservice/

Now that we ridden the 1st trimester rollercoaster things have settled a bit, or have they? This week Alex and Eleanor discuss how symptoms and changes can improve and what knew little surprises you can expect. Yay pregnancy!!Here's the butt donut pillow Alex was talking about! Click here

Finding out you're pregnant can fill you with joy, shock, or even anxiety! Then you have the physical changes to your body even before your little bump arrives. Eleanor and Alex talk about the top 10 things they wish they knew about the first trimester before they were smack dab in the middle of it. 

Everyone is so excited when a new baby is coming! We all have envisioned how our birth will go, but have you planned for coming home newly postpartum with a baby you're completely responsible for?Nutrition, rest, sharing responsibilities, infant feeding, your physical recovery and more!Books we recommend: The First 40 days on Amazon

Ashley joins us this week to tell us all about her journey as a surrogate, and how she now helps others on their path to surrogacy as a Surrogacy Program Manager at SurroConnections! You can read more about her story on her personal blog https://ashleycantrell.wordpress.com and follow her on her Instagram @acantrell88 Learn more about Surrogacy!https://www.surroconnections.com@surroconnection

Milk blisters? Low supply? Engorgement? Pain? We've all heard "breastfeeding should not be painful" but so many of us have struggled getting started and keeping the breastfeeding journey going. Join us for a discussion on breastfeeding issues and how to tackle them and when to call for back up.Contact Melissa for more information www.spiralpathdoula.comLinks she recommended in this episode:http://www.kellymom.comhttp://www.drghaheri.comhttps://www.michalechatham.com/blog/tether-berg-or-tether-floehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3h0JgmmLj_QEdit: Melissa wanted to correct a statement she made, she stated more accurately tongue differentiates at 6-13 weeks of pregnancy not just at 6 weeks and that is when a tongue tie may occur.

Do you pee when you sneeze? Have you just been told to do your kegels, or even worse just accept this is how your body is after having a baby? You do not have to live with pain or lifelong piddle pants! Today we talk to Dr. Alyssa Easley a Dr of Physical Therapy who specializes in the pelvic floor. We hope you love it and learned as much as we did!Contact Dr. Easley today by emailing alyssa@westpelvicwellness.com or visit her website www.westpelvicwellness.com and follow her on Instagram @westpelvicwellness

Lactation WHAT? Are all lactation consultants the same? Is breastfeeding supposed to hurt? Do I really need to call someone to help or can I tough it out? This week we chat with our favorite breast Gandalf, Melissa Nealy. She breaks down what an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is, and what they can help you with.

Join us for a deep discussion with Rebecca Jeffreys from Sprouting Healthy Families, as she shares her story of raising her son who is on the autism spectrum. She expands on how she fought for what her son deserved and learned how vital empathy and friendship are during those dark times. Contact Rebecca at www.sproutinghealthyfamilies.com

Alex tells us the full story of when she found out she was pregnant at 19. How she navigated hospital birth, new parenthood, and what turned out to be postpartum depression.

How can couples stay close after baby arrives? When should someone seek out sex therapy? Our favorite sex therapist, Mary Frank answers that question and more!

How do you avoid rushing to the hospital in labor and being sent home? In this episode Eleanor and Alex discuss key things to look for to help you get the timing right.

Eleanor shares her pregnancy and birth story while she was in college and states away from her family. Learn about how she overcame her obstacles and this experience ultimately led her to birth work.

Thank you for checking out In The Family Way! This podcast is hosted by two doulas, Eleanor Prado and Alexandra Tran. Learn more about them and subscribe so you don't miss our next episode!