The Lamaze Podcast

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Joy Skow, CD, LCCE, sits down with Jaclyn (Jaci) Bonnano and her client, Fendy Estévez, to explore the emotional journey of labor, focusing on how to support birth givers through doubt. Fendy's story and choice of homebirth with midwives highlights the significance of working through doubt, as she vocalizes her struggles during labor but ultimately finds strength and joy in her experience. Her journey exemplifies how normal doubt is in labor and how overcoming it can empower birth givers. We also discuss the Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices, including waiting for labor to begin on its own, changing positions, limiting unnecessary interventions, and following bodily urges, and how to manage doubt while following these practices. Tune in to hear this inspiring discussion on the power of intuition and support in childbirth. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | https://www.lamaze.org/Education-Resources/The-Lamaze-Podcast/Episode/season-4-episode-5-what-does-pelvic-floor-therapy-have-to-offer | https://www.lamaze.org/Education-Resources/The-Lamaze-Podcast/Episode/season-4-episode-7-chiropractic-care-in-pregnancy-and-postpartum

In this episode, Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, interviews Larissa Leone, the founder of Homb. Homb is a postpartum hotel in Melbourne designed to support families during the critical fourth trimester. Inspired by its founder's experience with postpartum depression, Homb provides a sanctuary for parents and their families to recover, connect, and feel nurtured. This innovative model, popular in Asia but new to Australia, addresses both physical recovery and mental well being, aiming to prevent postpartum depression and anxiety. With a mission to make perinatal mental health support accessible, Homb empowers mothers to navigate the postpartum period with clarity and confidence. Tune in to learn how Homb is transforming postpartum care and fostering family connections. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | https://homb.com.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/homb_postpartum/ | https://homb.com.au/podcast/

In this episode, Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, connects with filmmakers Eleanor Currie and Amanda Banks to discuss their new documentary “Born at Home”. The film highlights the factors contributing to a positive and transformative birth experience, focusing on home birth as a key option. Amanda, with a background in health science and maternity advocacy, brings her passion for women's healthcare and informed choices, and Eleanor, a photographer and videographer, brings her passion for storytelling to portray home birth. They discuss what needs to change for home birth to become more accessible to women, advocating for better education and healthcare policies that support informed birthing options. Eleanor Currie is a documentary filmmaker, videographer, photographer, and mother of two beautiful children, one unplanned cesarean and one born at home. She has a passion for telling stories about the human experience.   Amanda Banks is a documentary filmmaker, producer, and mother of two children, both born at home. She is an acupuncturist based in Brisbane and has a passion for advocacy and education.   About the Film The “Born at Home” documentary explores and uncovers the empowering journey of home birth, shedding light on the often overlooked and misunderstood option that has transformed lives. “Born at Home” dives into real stories of women navigating birth trauma and examines how a shift in environment and informed choices can reshape the birthing experience. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | https://bornathomefilm.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/bornathomefilm/

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Joy Skow, CD, LCCE, catches up with chiropractors Dr. Shane Becker and Dr. Nikki Capasso-Boland to explore the benefits of chiropractic care before, during, and after pregnancy. Discover why chiropractors can be a valuable part of a family's birth team, supporting both parents and babies from delivery and beyond. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | www.icpa4kids.com | www.pathwaystofamilywellness.com

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, sits down with Dr. Hazel Keedle, Ph.D., a senior lecturer at Western Sydney University and a leading expert in midwifery. Dr. Keedle shares insights from over 20 years in the field, discussing her research on vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC), birth trauma, and maternity experiences. She talks about her journey to earning her Ph.D. and writing her book “Birth After Caesarean”, while offering accessible advice for women seeking VBAC. Dr. Keedle also shares her top three tips for a successful VBAC, which align with Lamaze's Six Healthy Birth Practices. Dr. Hazel Keedle, Ph.D., is a senior lecturer of midwifery at The School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University. Hazel has more than two decades of experience as a clinician in nursing and midwifery, educator, and researcher. Hazel's research interests are vaginal birth after caesarean, birth trauma, and maternity experiences explored primarily using feminist mixed methodologies. Hazel's work is recognized nationally and internationally, with many invited conference and seminar presentations including academic publications and a book for women based on her Ph.D. findings “Birth After Caesarean”. Hazel is the lead researcher on Australia's largest maternity experiences survey, The Birth Experience Study.   Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | Birth After Caesarean: Your Journey to a Better Birth by Hazel Keedle | What Women Want If They Were to Have Another Baby: The Australian Birth Experience Study (BESt) Cross-sectional National Survey | Parliament of New South Wales — Select Committee on Birth Trauma | New South Wales. Parliament. Legislative Council. Select Committee on Birth Trauma. Report No. 1. (May, 2024) Black Birthing Initiative https://chcimpact.org/chc-black-birthing-initiative/ | Black Birthing Initiative Survey

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Joy Skow, CD, LCCE, talks with Dr. Amanda Heritage, PT, DPT, PRPC; and Dr. Becca Jones, PT, DPT, CSCS, about the vital role pelvic floor therapy plays during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum recovery. They highlight how fostering curiosity about the pelvic floor can build confidence and discuss the benefits of practicing pelvic floor therapy to prepare the body for all stages of life. Additionally, they explore how following the body's natural urges to push — one of the Lamaze Six Healthy Birth Practices — aligns with pelvic floor therapy techniques.  Dr. Amanda Heritage, PT, DPT, PRPC, is the Founder and Owner of Breathe Life PT & Wellness. Her goal is to meet each person where they are on their pelvic health journey. Support and education will empower one to feel and move better. Dr. Amanda believes knowledge can lead to confidence within oneself to fully breathe life. Dr. Becca Jones, PT, DPT, CSCS, is a 2016 graduate of New York University as Doctor of Physical Therapy. Her passion for supporting people through their pregnancy and/or postpartum journey inspired her to specialize in pelvic health. Dr. Becca believes in providing holistic, individualized care in order to restore comfort and build confidence to get people back to doing what they love. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | https://www.breathelifept.com/ | https://breathelifept.podia.com/ | https://pelvicrehab.com/ | https://www.pelvicptrising.com/map | https://pelvicglobal.com/directory/ | The Lamaze Podcast: An Intro to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Pregnancy | The Lamaze Podcast: Pelvic Health Black Birthing Initiative https://chcimpact.org/chc-black-birthing-initiative/ | Black Birthing Initiative Survey

In this episode, host Robin Douthit, LCCE, CD(DONA), CLC, MA, follows up with Chantal Traub, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, birth doula, wellness coach, and pelvic floor health expert for part 2 of their conversation surrounding “From Pregnancy to Menopause”. Here, Robin and Chantal explore how information is still lacking when it comes to menopause. Chantal defines the stages and phases of menopause, sharing how it is a “different kind of birth”. Also, Chantal discusses what leads to greater symptoms of menopause and highlights the importance of developing boundaries and healthy practices women can use at all stages of life as they approach menopause.  Chantal Traub is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, birth doula, and wellness coach based in New York City. She speaks often on the subject of pelvic floor health and the importance of safe and effective pushing during childbirth. Her work in childbirth has recently expanded to serve the health needs of women of all ages, with a special focus on the menopausal years, from perimenopause through post-menopause. Connect with Chantal on Instagram or Facebook. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | http://www.chantaltraub.com/ | From Pregnancy to Menopause: Wisdom From a Women's Health Coach, Part 1 Black Birthing Initiative https://chcimpact.org/chc-black-birthing-initiative/ | Black Birthing Initiative Survey

In this special episode of the Lamaze Podcast, Lamaze International Executive Director Silvia Quevedo, CAE, sits down with Julie Gwaltney, vice president for TOMY International. Sil and Julie celebrate the 30-year relationship between Lamaze and TOMY, highlighting the importance and benefits of organizational partnerships. They also discuss the value of playing with purpose for both parents and children, noting some special friends from the Lamaze line of TOMY products. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | https://www.lamaze.org/shop-for-a-cause | https://us.tomy.com/brand/lamaze/

In this episode, host Robin Douthit, LCCE, CD(DONA), CLC, MA, sits down with Chantal Traub, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, birth doula, and wellness coach. With over 20 years of experience, Chantal is a pelvic floor health expert and the mind behind an innovative Pushing Power method, which you will hear about more in this episode. Chantal has educated thousands of parents on minimizing trauma and increasing the birthing experience. Here, Chantal and Robin talk about pushing and birthing methods. Chantal's knowledge serves to people both of childbirthing age and beyond. Want to hear more from Chantal? Stick around for part two of Robin's interview with Chantal, coming this season. Chantal Traub is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, birth doula, and wellness coach based in New York City. She speaks often on the subject of pelvic floor health and the importance of safe and effective pushing during childbirth. Her work in childbirth has recently expanded to serve the health needs of women of all ages, with a special focus on the menopausal years, from perimenopause through post-menopause. Connect with Chantal on Instagram or Facebook. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE | http://www.chantaltraub.com/

In the first episode of season four, host Robin Douthit, LCCE, CD(DONA), CLC, MA, sits down with Esther Kimani, who is a childbirth educator living and working in Nairobi, Kenya. Esther also serves as the Lamaze International Membership Committee Chair. Robin and Esther discuss the value of childbirth education and the Lamaze Healthy Birth Practices in action in Kenya. Listen in to discover what global perspectives you can take away and apply to your own practice. Esther Kimani is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and doula trainer based in Nairobi, Kenya. She has been working in the field of maternal and infant health for over 15 years, working tirelessly to promote the importance of childbirth education in Africa, one family at a time. Connect with Esther on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X via @estherthedoula. Episode Links https://www.lamaze.org/ | https://learn.lamaze.org/ | https://www.lamaze.org/LCCE

In the Season 3 finale, host Joy Skow, LCCE, is joined by guests Victoria Wright - a midwifery student, Kate Wormser, CNM and Sam Magpiong - a traditional midwife. Listen in as Joy, Victoria, Kate and Sam delve into the transformative world of midwifery and its unique model of care. Together, they discuss the role of midwives as trusted partners in the birthing process and the continuity of care that midwives provide, building meaningful relationships with expectant parents from pregnancy through postpartum, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience. Whether you're an expectant parent, a healthcare professional, or simply curious about alternative models of care, this episode offers unique insights into the transformative and nurturing world of midwifery.

In the final installment of ⁠Robin Douthit's⁠ "Childbirth Luminaries" series, host Robin Douthit has the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Ibu Robin Lim, a Filipino American midwife, mother, grandmother, and a true champion of gentle birth. Ibu Robin is not only the author of impactful books such as "The Ecology of Gentle Birth," "Wellness for Mothers," and "Eating For Two," but she was also recognized as the CNN Hero of the Year in 2011. Founder of Bumi Sehat, Ibu Robin is at the forefront of a movement advocating for Human Rights in Childbirth. Tune in as we explore Ibu Robin's passionate journey, dedicated to ensuring that every pregnant and non-pregnant individual receives the love and care they deserve. Discover the incredible work she has accomplished through the healthcare clinics she has established, relying on the support of generous funding and donations. Ibu Robin Lim's belief that each person is an essential part of creating peace on earth resonates deeply. Join us as we delve into her tireless efforts to create loving and peaceful surroundings for every newborn. Learn how Ibu Robin is making a lasting impact, one birth at a time, and why she is a true beacon of hope and inspiration in the realm of maternal and child healthcare. Don't miss this enlightening episode that celebrates the extraordinary contributions of Ibu Robin Lim, a remarkable individual dedicated to making the world a more compassionate and caring place for all.

In the third installment of Robin Douthit's "Childbirth Luminaries" series, we delve into the world of maternal and infant health advocacy with award-winning journalist, five-time author, and international speaker, Kimberly Seals Allers. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation as we explore the Irth App, a groundbreaking app designed as a "Yelp-like" platform, specifically tailored to Black and Brown parents, where important reviews within the full perinatal spectrum are used to combat bias and racism within maternity and infant care, creating a more inclusive and just environment for all. Kimberly is a leading voice in the discourse surrounding the racial and socio-cultural complexities of birth, breastfeeding, and motherhood. She is also the visionary behind "Birthright," a podcast that centers on joy and healing in Black birth. This is an episode you won't want to miss, as we shine a light on one of the luminaries making a significant impact in the world of maternal and infant health.

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, has a heart-to-heart conversation with guests Katrina and Luke Fisher about one of the most challenging and often silent struggles couples and individuals face on their journey to becoming parents – infertility. In this candid conversation, Katrina and Luke share their experiences, highlighting the emotional, physical, and social aspects of infertility, and open up about their path to parenthood, which included failed rounds of IVF, a diagnosis of reciprocal translocation, and eventually a successful pregnancy and birth thanks to egg donation. Listen in to this incredible and compassionate journey which shines a light on the path to parenthood, even when the path is filled with unexpected detours.

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, is joined by award-winning filmmakers Toni Harman and Alex Wakeford for a fascinating conversation about the microbiome and the crucial role it plays in birth and the significant implications it has for both birthing individuals and newborns. Listen in as Toni and Alex discuss the lead-up to their film Microbirth, an award-winning landmark feature documentary about the microscopic events happening during birth and breastfeeding that shape the lifelong health of children. Throughout the conversation, you'll learn about the importance of the microbiome, how it can influence pregnancy outcomes, and the role it plays in the establishment of an infant's own gut microbiome, which is critical for digestion, nutrient absorption, and the development of the immune system.

Tune in to Part 2 of Joy Skow's interview with Alyssa and Bob Iero as they discuss the overall importance of advocating for their labor and birth experience and how it led them down a path of romance, intimacy, and healing. Listen in as they talk about the benefits of having support, feeling empowered and confident to labor their own way, and how a successful VBAC allowed Alyssa to heal as a woman and mother. Listen to Part 1 of this podcast episode here. Are you a fan of The Lamaze Podcast? Be sure to rate this episode and subscribe!

In part one of this powerful two-part episode, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator Joy Skow is joined by guests Alyssa and Bob Iero to discuss the power of advocacy when it comes to labor and birth. Listen in as Alyssa and Bob recount their traumatic first birth experience which resulted in an emergency c-section, as well as their second experience filled with unimaginable twists and turns resulting in Alyssa and Bob leaving the hospital during their 59-hour labor in order to achieve their desired birth outcome – which they credit to the power of advocacy and the benefit of having Joy as their birth doula.

Developed by Elly Taylor, Becoming Us is a framework that focuses on the parents' relationship as they transition into parenthood and navigate the new stresses, challenges, and complexities that come with welcoming a new baby. In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Dianne Cassidy, IBCLC, speaks with Patrícia Soriano Guzmán BSBA, IBCLC, ICCE, PMH-C, PRaM, a Maternal Child Health/Allied Healthcare Professional specializing in perinatal support about the ‘Becoming Us' framework. Listen in as they discuss the importance of the ‘Becoming Us' model, the critical need to support birthing individuals and couples during the perinatal and postpartum periods, what professionals can do to help families transition into parenthood, and the preventative steps that parents and couples can take to reduce the risks and impacts of postpartum depression and postpartum mood and anxiety disorder. Learn more about Becoming Us.

A continuation of host Robin Douthit's series, titled Childbirth Luminaries, this episode will introduce you to Georgette Paulycarpe, a Certified Nurse Midwife and Family Nurse Practitioner based in New York City. What started as a nursing career in oncology evolved into one as a labor and delivery nurse. Listen in as she and Robin talk about her transition to Labor and Delivery, her passion for advocating against racism in healthcare, particularly in the field of obstetrics, and her desire to become a midwife in order to improve maternity care and outcomes for Black and marginalized people in New York City. Learn more about Black Mothers Matter. Are you a fan of The Lamaze Podcast? Be sure to rate this episode and subscribe!

The postpartum period is an incredibly important time for both the birthing individual and baby, especially as it affects short-term and long-term health. Join host Robin Douthit, LCCE, CD(DONA), CLC, MA, for the first in a series of episodes titled ‘Childbirth Luminaries'. In this episode, Robin is joined by Postpartum Wellness Provider and Founder of Earth Milk Moon Krista Tarantino, RN, IBCLC, for an insightful conversation on the sacredness of postpartum care. Are you a fan of The Lamaze Podcast? Be sure to rate this episode and subscribe!

The Lamaze Podcast is back! In this first episode of the third season, host Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, is joined by leading Melbourne-based obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Peter Jurcevic, MBBS (Hons), FRANZCOG, for an important conversation on the current state of maternity care in Australia, rising intervention rates, and what women and birthing people can do to optimize their chances of having a positive, empowered birth experience. Listen now! Are you a fan of The Lamaze Podcast? Be sure to rate this episode and subscribe!

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Mindy Cockeram LCCE and Registered Nurse Camille Acuna examine many aspects of eating during pregnancy and how ‘eating for two' should really be ‘eating for you' to grow and nurture the healthiest baby through diet.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Mindy Cockeram, LCCE, a birth and breastfeeding educator, speaks with Sharon Muza, BS, CD/BDT(DONA), LCCE, FACCE, CLE, on all things breathing. Tune in to learn about breathing techniques, the importance of modifying breathing to fit the needs of birthing individuals, vocalized and patterned breathing during the different phases of labor, how partners can support breathing, and more. Sharon is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and Certified Birth Doula (DONA) and as well as a DONA Approved Birth Doula Trainer and Lamaze Certified CBE Trainer. She also serves as the writer and community manager for Lamaze's Connecting the Dots blog. Learn more about Sharon by visiting sharonmuza.com.

Episode six of The Lamaze Podcast is now out! Tune in to host Priyanka Banerjee BSc, MSc, as she is joined by Kim Hawley, MA, MPH, IBCLC to discuss newborn and safe sleep. Listen in as they discuss the history of safe sleep, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), what safe sleep looks like, practical advice that parents can implement in their daily routines, and how to optimize sleep for the whole family. Kim Hawley, MA, MPH, IBCLC is a Holistic Sleep Coach, Lactation Consultant, and Peaceful Parenting Educator. She is the owner of Intuitive Parenting, where she provides holistic, attachment-based sleep support for babies, toddlers, and breastfeeding families. Connect with Kim: Email: intuitiveparentingdc@gmail.com Website: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/ Instagram: @intuitive_parenting_dc Facebook: /intuitiveparentingdc

Ever wonder what's going on in your baby's brain as they continue to grow from newborns to toddlers, and beyond? In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, host Priyanka Banerjee BSc, MSc, a Content Strategist and Infant Development Consultant with DC Birth Doulas, is joined by renowned Physiotherapist Shelley Mannell to discuss newborn development. Listen in as they discuss infant sensory input, emotional regulation, brain development, and much more.

In this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator Lesley Pascuzzi speaks with parents Meghan and Dave Marshall as they recount their Lamaze journey from pregnancy to parenthood. Listen in as Meghan and Dave share how they learned about Lamaze, which led them to meet Lesley, and how that partnership helped them feel empowered, knowledgeable, and confident to bring their long-awaited son into the world their way.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Mindy Cockeram, LCCE, a birth and breastfeeding educator, speaks with Maternal Fetal Specialist Maurice Druzin, MD, about hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. Tune in to learn what hypertensive disorder is, its effects on pregnancy, symptoms, its impact on labor and delivery, and how both calcium and baby aspirin play a role in the development and treatment of hypertension.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Priyanka Banerjee, BSc, MSc, a Content Strategist and Infant Development Consultant with DC Birth Doulas, speaks with Gopi Pillai, PT, DPT, PRPC about the benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy. Gopi is the owner of Blueprint Physical Therapy and specializes in Pelvic Health.

Season two of The Lamaze Podcast is finally here! Lamaze Australia's Lesley Pascuzzi, LCCE, BSc, MSc, Dip, kicks off the premiere episode alongside Kateka Goodman. Throughout their discussion, Kateka talks openly about her journey to pregnancy, unexplained infertility, IVF struggles, miscarriage, an endometriosis diagnosis, and finally, a healthy pregnancy using an egg donor.

On the season 1 finale episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Lesley Pascuzzi, LCCE, speaks with Lamaze International President Tanya Cawthorne, LCCE, FACCE, about living in different parts of the world and how Lamaze guided her birth experience with her own children, which inspired her to become a Lamaze childbirth educator.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Priyanka Banerjee, BSc, MSc, a Content Strategist and Infant Development Consultant with DC Birth Doulas, speaks with Anik Bedard, a mother of three, who has worked as a physical therapist in both Ottawa, Canada and Bethesda, Maryland. Throughout their discussion, Priyanka and Anik address the various types of healthcare provided during pregnancy, as well as all throughout parenthood.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Priyanka Banerjee, BSc, MSc, a Content Strategist and Infant Development Consultant with DC Birth Doulas, speaks with pelvic floor physical therapist Lauren Trosch, PT, DPT, OCS, about the benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy during the postpartum period.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Millicent Matthew, Dr. of Chinese Medicine, BHSc, LCCE, speaks with Debra Betts, a researcher, lecturer and author of "The Essential Guide to Acupuncture in Pregnancy and Childbirth" about acupuncture and acupressure in pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Debra holds a PhD in acupuncture and spent 12 years as a clinical supervisor at a hospital's antenatal acupuncture clinic, which was the first acupuncture clinic within a New Zealand hospital.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Millicent Matthew, Dr. of Chinese Medicine, BHSc, LCCE, speaks with Michelle Mayefske, a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, hypnobirthing teacher and the founder of Fat and Pregnant. During their discussion, Millicent and Michelle discuss the stigma around fat birthing persons and the importance of inclusive birth education. Get in touch with Michelle: www.instagram.com/fat.and.pregnant www.fatandpregnant.com

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Denise Bolds, MSW, Adv.CD(DONA), CLC, CBE, speaks with Dr. Michelle Gabriel Caldwell, a Certified Labor Doula, Evidence Based Birth Instructor and National Black Doula Association Doula Trainer & Mentor. Throughout this episode, Michelle discusses her personal birth experiences as well as how she and her husband teamed up to teach The Bradley Method, which focuses heavily on partner involvement and natural labor techniques.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Lesley Pascuzzi, LCCE, speaks with Rhea Dempsey, an independent childbirth educator, speaker, experienced birth attendant and author of the best selling books, "Birthing with Confidence" and "Beyond The Birth Plan". Rhea is respected as one of the foremost thinkers on working with pain in childbirth. In this episode, Rhea discusses her second book, "Beyond The Birth Plan" to showcase important considerations for birthing families as they work towards the birth they want. Highlights include psychological preparations, recognizing anxiety and its impact on Queen Oxytocin, our everyday vulnerabilities in labor and birth as well as wildcard life experiences that we must honor.

On this episode of the Lamaze Podcast, Mindy Cockeram, LCCE, CLEC, speaks with Dr. Lindsey Malone about the misinformation and anxiety associated with depictions of childbirth in television and film to help listeners understand the reality of most births.

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, Denise Bolds, MSW, Adv.CD(DONA), CLC, CBE speaks with author and writer Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens about spreading awareness of reproductive health among black women.

On this episode, Lamaze Australia's Lesley Pascuzzi, LCCE, BSc, MSc, Dip, speaks with Bec Karo. Throughout their discussion, Karo talks openly about her journey to pregnancy, the miscarriage of her first pregnancy at 8 weeks, falling pregnant with Imri, her journey to birth, breastfeeding challenges and separation from family overseas while being a pandemic parent. If you would like to get in touch with Bec, she can be reached via the channels below: Bec Karo on Facebook or @rebeccakaro on Linkedin

On this episode of The Lamaze Podcast, hear from Mindy Cockeram, LCCE CLEC, and guest Dorothy Troutman, SBD-Doula, BSN, RNC, C-EFM, CLC, CEIM, Spinning Babies® Parent Educator, as they discuss key tips for progressing labor without the use of pitocin.

TW// sexual abuse / Listener discretion is advised. . On this episode of the Lamaze Podcast, Lesley Pascuzzi, LCCE, speaks with Jenn Fontaine, LCCE, FACCE, CD/BDT(DONA), PCD(DONA) CLC, and Chauntel Norris, CBE, CLC, about the impacts of childhood sexual abuse on those preparing to give birth. Contact our guests: Jenn Fontaine Info@birthrootsdoulas.com www.birthrootsdoulas.com Chauntel Norris www.prisonbirth.org @chauntelthedoula @chauntelnorris

On the inaugural episode of the Lamaze Podcast, Kelli Brien, CD(DONA) and guest Ravae Sinclair, Past President of DONA International and the first Black President in DONA's 29 year history, discuss breastfeeding among black mothers, as well as challenges in achieving birth equity.