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Chris Godfrey spent a decade trying to quit smoking, then he tried hypnotherapy and it changed his life. ‘They're probably not thinking about you': Oliver Burkeman on how to liberate yourself and stop people-pleasing. And ‘one night I'm a murderer, the next my husband's having an affair'. Why do we have the dreams that we do?
Reposted from Let It Rip: The Bear 'Cast, which you can find and subscribe to at: podcastica.com/podcast/let-it-rip-the-bear-cast —Welcome to Let It Rip: The Bear ‘Cast from Lucy and Peter! In this opening episode we'll be talking all things Bear, and all things food, as we muddle our way through Mikey's family spaghetti and ask ourselves, what is it that makes this show so damn good?RECIPESYou can find our recipe at https://tinyurl.com/tbcep1: let us know if you give it a try!We're taking recipe inspiration from Chris Godfrey's 2023 article for the Guardian ‘Hell in a ham milkshake'We referred to, but didn't fully follow, this BuzzFeed article about the family spaghettiYou can see Matty & Coco's version on YouTubeBOOKSLucy spoke about this book by Massimo Montanari: A Short History of Spaghetti With Tomato Sauce.Music is Jump to the Top and Grizzly by Leva. Podcast artwork by the amazing Randy Stevenson.Next up: The Bear ‘Cast S3E1 “Tomorrow”! Let us know your thoughts.You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.comOr check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica
Marina Hyde on poor Rishi, who had to go without a Sky subscription as a teenager; Chris Godfrey spent a decade trying to quit smoking, then he tried hypnotherapy and it changed his life; when Jordan Hatmaker pulled the string of her parachute, she realised something was very wrong; and ‘My grownup son is gaming all day and lives on takeaways' - Philippa Perry offers advice to a mother
Rival Recon returns as the Reds take on league leaders Arsenal on Saturday afternoon in what could well end up being a pivotal game in determining who goes on to win the PL title this season. The Reds bounced back from their drab draw against Utd last weekend, with a 5-1 win over West Ham that saw them secure a place in the semi-finals of the EFL cup. Can Anfield become a cauldron once more to swallow up Arsenal this weekend? Joining Hari on the pod, we welcome back lifelong Gunners fan & Commissioning Editor for The Guardian's feature section, Chris Godfrey. He shares his perspective on the development of this Arsenal side under Arteta & whether they have what it takes to go all the way this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why choose a home birth? This is one of the first questions Dr. Shannon asks Dr. Baley in today's podcast interview. These two friends and colleagues dive deep into Dr. Baley's birth stories, which happen to be two very different home births. She shares her birth stories with grace and honesty, and so much joy. They talk about:Why home birthThe differences between her 2 birthsWhat steps she took to support her birth planWho was on her birth support team (Dr. Shannon and doula Rachael play a part!)How her career as a chiropractor shaped her birth planHow she approached the idea of a home birth with her husbandHow she supported herself during her postpartum recoveryConnect with Dr. Baley - websiteWe hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Just as your OB or midwife, doula, pelvic floor PT or other birth support team members will ask questions in their exams, the questions they ask serve a specific purpose and role. In today's episode, Dr. Shannon outlines some of the questions she asks during her prenatal chiropractic exam. Now, not all chiropractors are going to ask the same questions, in the same order or same manner, and not all chiropractors practice the same techniques, but having some insight into the types of questions asked during the exam, and the why behind them can give insight into what to expect with care. She goes over 7 main questions that she asks all prenatal patients, and although those questions and the answers provided can lead to more questions, this a good starting point for understanding chiropractic care. Then she discusses several other questions she asks all patients during their exam. What does your sports history and job duties, daily tasks, and diet have to do with your prenatal chiropractic care…….a lot! This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellness Doula Rachael www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
There are many different kinds of doulas who provide a wide range of support and services. A common misconception is that birth doulas are only for those who desire an unmedicated birth. In this episode, Doula Rachael breaks down the many reasons birth doulas can support all types of birthing people and birthing preferences. You may agree or disagree but I hope you find this episode helpful in understanding how doulas can provide meaningful and effective pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support.Check out other related episodes:Ep 76: Five Benefit of Labor Doula SupportEp 77: Informed and Shared Decision MakingEp 40: Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth PracticesEp 38: Heart-Centered Work: Building a Sustainable Doula BusinessEp 25: All About Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Did you know cold symptoms can be exacerbated or last longer during pregnancy? This is because your immune system is working at a slightly lower function and your changing body may not be able to deal with cold symptoms as effectively (like chest congestion). In this episode, Doula Rachael shares a regiment to boost immunity and reduce the length and severity of cold symptoms during pregnancy. What supplements are safe and what is safe to try at home. This episode covers it all!Vitamin D ReferenceVitamin C ReferenceProbiotics ReferenceEchinacea ReferenceZinc ReferenceElderberry ReferenceIf you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Kaitlin McGreyes is the founder of BeHerVillage. She started working as a birth doula in 2014 and quickly became passionate about creating access to maternal care for all. She has supported hundreds of families through their parenthood journeys, founded a doula team, ran a doula mentorship program, has lobbied on behalf of birthing people, and is committed to helping birth workers break into the retail baby gift industry.BeHerVilalge is helping families get the funds they need to pay for support they deserve:DoulasChildbirth EducationPelvic Floor HealthLactation ConsultantsMental Health SupportChiropractic CareAnd more!In this episode, Dr Shannon and Doula Rachael share a passion-filled, forward thinking, and vulnerable conversation about we, as birth workers, can meaningfully and effectively provide the type of support new parents need in order to feel their best and be able to take care of their family in a way that leaves them feeling lifted up instead of overwhelmed. This conversation was truly magical and left us feeling inspired and on fire to spread the word about BeHerVillage and how they are flipping the script on gift registries and why this is so important!How to connect with BeHerVillage:Be Her Village (website)Be Her Village (Instagram)We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Motherhood is a journey, not only of learning and discovering our new baby, but also learning and discovering what it means to be a mother. And how society and culture views motherhood can impact how we experience it. It's easy to “should” on yourself as a new mom. To feel anxious, guilty, pressured, and selfless. So what can you do if you resonate with those feelings? Holistic psychologist and licensed professional counselor, Dr. Meghan Toups joins us on the show today as we dive deep into motherhood. We chat about:What anxiety looks like in motherhoodHow anxiety can change in motherhood as our children growHow our society and culture shape our view of motherhoodAre symptoms messengers of the body inviting us to dig deeperWhat tools she goes over with moms to help turn anxiety into an awakening Dr. Meghan shares about her own motherhood and wellness journey, which led her to completing her PhD in Psychology and becoming a holistic health coach. It's insightful and inspiring to hear other healthcare professionals speak of their own journey and how they use their path to help others. She also just recently hosted her first holistic wellness women's retreat, and we chat a little about that too. Be sure to connect with her and reach out for support!Dr. Meghan Toups - websiteDr. Meghan Toups - InstagramThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
If you are pregnant and due around the holidays, this episode is for you. When it comes to navigating the end of pregnancy, there are several mixed feelings and emotions and likely some degree of discomfort and eagerness to meet your baby and for the pregnancy to be over. Every path is unique for each birthing person. What works for one person may not work for you and what works for you may not work for someone else. The goal is for you to feel as confident and prepared for this time of pregnancy and that you've had conversations withs with your provider leading up to your birth to fully understand how they support letting labor begin on its own and this includes going beyond your due date and learning about medical and non-medical reasons a provider may recommend an induction. In this episode, we will discuss:What is the “estimated due date” and how to know what is normal, safe, and healthy for the length of pregnancy. Rates of inductions and birth surrounding major holidaysAvoiding the unnecessary inductionInformed and shared decision makingWhy it's important to let labor begin on its ownNavigating the final weeks of pregnancyEpisodes mentioned in this podcast:Ep 26: Due Dates and HolidaysEp 40: Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth PracticesEp 54: Navigating Final Weeks of PregnancyEp 61: Finding Your Breath: 5 Breathing Exercises for Pregnancy and PostpartumEp 65: Gentle InductionEp 71: All About Prenatal Massage Therapy with Tara ThompsonEp 77: Informed and Shared Decision MakingOther Resources:Spinning Babies - Daily ActivitiesThe Guide by Ann Marie GilliganIf you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey SoundMusic "Freedom” by Roa
Informed and shared decision making is an evidence based practice that is proven to increase client satisfaction, increase positive relations among the care team, and increase levels of trust. In this episode with Doula Rachael, you will learn the benefits of informed and shared decision making and the things you can do now to help you navigate your pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond with more ease and confidence. You matter, your birth matters, how you feel while giving birth matters and your birth has the potential to change you forever (good or bad and everything in between). The goal is for you to have the tools and resources to ensure you have the best chance at having the best and safest birth possible. This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
There are many benefits to having a birth doula as part of your birth support team. Some of these benefits are well-known and some may be new to you. The goal is for doula care to become the norm and to achieve teamwork between all care providers. Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon discusses the many benefits to having birth doula support during pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond. In this episode, you will hear about how doulas provide:Informational supportPhysical supportEmotional supportSupport for the partnerTeaching advocacy (to decrease fear and instill confidence)Having this type of support and with a doula present increases:The likelihood of spontaneous vaginal birthSatisfaction with the birth experience (for both the birther and their partner)Rates of breastfeeding at 6 weeks postpartumThe birther's self-esteem.Having a doula present, decreases the likelihood of:Utilizing medicinal pain relief, including an epiduralLabor induction and augmentation with synthetic oxytocinC-section birthVacuum or forceps assisted birthAdditional resources:Episode 56: Who to Invite Into Your Birth SpaceEpisode 40: Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth PracticesEpisode 38: Heart-Centered Work: Building a Sustainable Doula BusinessEpisode 20: Interview with LaToya Murray-Johnson: Owner/Founder Doula View Episode 17: All About Birth Doulas with Rachael HutchinsEpisode 3: Building Your Birth Support TeamFollow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by Roa
If you have a new baby chances are you've been asked by your health care providers about how your baby is doing during tummy time. So what's the big deal? In this episode, Dr. Shannon interviews Michelle Emanuel, a pediatric occupational therapist, who specializes in posture, feeding, neurodevelopment, social nervous system, and manual therapies. In her 26 years of working with infants in a hospital setting, and infants and older kids in private practice, she was able to combine her expertise and understanding of neurological development and create a program to help parents who were struggling with tummy time. In this interview, Michelle and Dr. Shannon geek out a bit on neurological development, but it really sets the stage for understanding why tummy time is important. We talk about:Why tummy time is importantSome of the common issues she seesWhy she created the programWhat TUMMYTIME! Method offers parents and professionalsTips for tummy timeHer background and why she created the programSome of the other programs she's created (linked below)How to connect with Michelle:TUMMYTIME! Method InstagramYouTube Tongue Tie BabiesThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Many new mothers do not plan to give birth via cesarean birth, yet around 1-in-3 women in the United States give birth this way. When medically necessary, c-sections can save lives. However, when conducted as an elective procedure or when performed unnecessarily, the risks outweigh the benefits. In this episode, Doula Rachael and Dr. Shannon discusses evidence-based practices that can help increase the rate of vaginal births and decrease the rate of unnecessary cesarean birth. Our goal is to help more people view birth as normal so that birthing people can feel more confident as they navigate their unique and unpredictable path to giving birth. Seeing normal birth in the media and amongst our friends and family has the potential to have a ripple effect that can last for generations to come. In this episode we will discuss:Building confidence in the normal physiological birth processChoosing low risk providers for low risk birthing peoplePromoting awareness of birth optionsAvoiding laboring and pushing on your backEncouraging movement in laborLimiting induction and augmentation of laborHaving a doula as part of your birth support teamTaking an out of hospital childbirth education courseEncouraging natural comfort measuresNormalizing VBACAdditional resources and podcasts episodes to listen to:Episode 60: The Role of Pain and Hormones During LaborEpisode 58: Eating and Drinking During LaborEpisode 50: Hospital Based vs Independent Childbirth ClassEpisode 40: Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth PracticesEpisode 26: Due Dates and the HolidaysEpisode 25: All About VBACEpisode 17: All About Birth Doulas with Rachael HutchinsEpisode 11: Creating a Birth PlanEpisode 3: Building Your Birth Support TeamFollow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by Roa
Prenatal chiropractic care has some well”ish”-known benefits (of course Dr. Shannon thinks more people could know about the benefits) but she has been documenting some of those lesser-known ones for a bit too and has compiled a list of commonalities. You might be familiar with pregnant women seeking chiropractic care for aches and pains such as sciatica, low back pain, and pelvic pain. You might also be familiar with women seeking chiropractic care for overall prenatal wellness and to balance the pelvis and sacrum to assist with optimal fetal positioning. But have you heard of pregnant women talking about better sleep and better post-partum recovery because they got adjusted? And what about women having a history of pre-term labor, but after getting adjusted, they've been able to go full-term? Oh and be sure to listen to the full episode because there are some additional benefits we go over. Resources mentioned:Episode 49: Common Pregnancy Discomforts & RemediesEpisode 19: All About Prenatal Chiropractic Care with Dr. ShannonEpisode 55: Tips For Optimal Fetal PositioningThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Tensing up your body's muscles is a natural response to stress and pain. But did you know that doing so actually causes more pain and stress? In this episode with Doula Rachael, you will learn how to prepare your mind and body for labor and birth in a beneficial and effective way…a way that will help reduce overall pain and discomfort during labor. You will learn how to do a body scan, the 3 key ways to release tension during labor, the gift of the inbetween, ways to practice these techniques during pregnancy, and how these skills will benefit you not only during labor and birth but for the rest of your life. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In this week's episode, Dr. Shannon sits down with Tara Thompson, a metro-Atlanta prenatal, postpartum, and infant massage therapist to discuss all things massage! We cover:Some of the top reasons moms are seeking prenatal massageWhen to get a prenatal massageHow are the massages performedAt home things moms can do for comfortWhat is a lymphatic massageWhat does postpartum massage therapy look likeWhat is infant massageAnd more!Not only is Tara a talented massage therapist, but she is Cappa Certified Doula, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, and an Evidence Based Birth Instructor. She uses all of her knowledge of prenatal health and wellness to help moms-to-be be more comfortable and advocate for themselves. As always, be sure to locate a massage therapist in your area with prenatal training, and keep your care provider informed. Connect with Tara:Tara's Birth Services - websiteTara Thompson Co - on instagram This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
There are many important physical, mental, and emotional benefits of exercising during pregnancy. In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss:The recommendations for exercise during pregnancy for beginners and for those who are working out at advanced levels prior to pregnancyBenefits of exercising during pregnancyFun, safe, and beneficial exercise to try during pregnancyDaily stretches and exercise to help you feel greatTips for exercising during pregnancyThings to avoid prenatal exercises Other Aligned Birth Podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:Ep 55: Tips for Optimal Fetal PositioningEp 41: BIRTHFIT Prenatal Chiropractor and Leader, Dr. Ashley HarperEp 22 Prenatal Fitness - Running During PregnancyEpisode 61: Finding Your Breath: 5 breathing exercises for pregnancy and postpartumAdditional resources:Fit4Mom - Prenatal and Postpartum Group Fitness and Community (find a class near you!)BIRTHFIT - Education, Resources, and Classes If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimer:The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
No matter the type of birth you have, your newborn can benefit from seeing a trained chiropractor. In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael help walk you through how the pregnancy and birth process (vaginal or cesarean) can cause subluxations in the baby's spine which can impact how their tiny systems function and ultimately impacts how they engage with the outside world. This episode will dive deep on the following topics:Our personal experiences with prenatal and pediatric chiropractic careHow subluxations occur during pregnancy and the birth processDifference in “normal” newborn behavior and signs of distressImpact on nursing, infant feeding, digestion, sleep, and development in the first year of lifeWhat is involved in a pediatric newborn examCommon issues Dr. Shannon sees in her office for 0-6 month olds and 6-12 month oldsBreaking down misconceptions surrounding pediatric chiropractic adjustmentsIt is important to seek care from a trained pediatric chiropractor. Care plans and length of time to see results will vary for each patient based on medical history and individual needs and abilities. You can learn more and find a trained professional at ICPA4Kids.com.Learn more about physical therapy for infants and toddlers from Brittany Ziis of Mother and Baby Wellness Collective. Follow her on Instagram or visit her websiteResources mentioned in the episode:Dr. Shannon's research article: Health Outcomes of Pediatric Patients Undergoing Chiropractic Care Since Birth: A Retrospective Analysis Journal of Pediatric, Maternal, and Family Health - through the Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth, Dr. Shannon, Doula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In my years of working with prenatal patients in the office, I have found that there are 5 main items or principles that I end up discussing with them throughout their care, no matter their complaint or reason for coming to the office. In the age of information overload, I try to keep it simplified by giving families these 5 things they can do. Now these activities or items I go over don't necessarily replace chiropractic adjustments, but when 90% of the stimulation and nutrition to the brain comes from spinal motion, these 5 things to consider can impact nervous system function in a positive way. In this episode, I go over 3 exercises and motions to do daily (if possible), ways to improve sleep, and a key area to relieve tension not only during pregnancy, but also during labor. Resources:Episode 55: Tips for Optimal Fetal Positioning Episode 49: Common Pregnancy Discomforts + Remedies Episode 45: Top Reasons to Seek Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Episode 19: All About Prenatal Chiropractic Care with Dr. ShannonSpinning BabiesBirthFitEpisode 41: BirthFit Prenatal Chiropractic and Leader Dr Ashley HarperEpisode 42: Dr. Ashley Harper's birth stories and the impact of BirthFitDisclaimer - check with your health care provider before beginning any exercises.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
We love talking about all things pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum but today we are having a conversation about what has been happening with us behind the scenes with parenting, business, and self-care. We share about what we experienced this summer, what's gone well and what we've struggled with, how things are going 4 weeks into the school year, and we share a few things that are saving us right now.This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Are there things we can do during pregnancy to help prepare for postpartum? Sure thing! Dr. Brandie Freeman of Connect Pelvic Health shares some of her wisdom and knowledge from working with postpartum moms. Her own birth and postpartum experience shape how she runs her practice, and her passion is contagious! Topics discussed:Preparing for postpartum recovery of the pelvic floorHer recommendations for mos during immediate postpartumPostpartum cesarean recovery for the pelvic floor (including scar healing)How a pelvic floor PT visit is different from an OBGYN visitHow her birth experience influences her workCommon issues and problems she helps withHer favorite prenatal resourcesBe sure to follow Dr. Brandie on social media because she shares so much knowledge in creative ways. ResourcesConnect Pelvic Health Physical Therapy@Connect Pelvic Health on Instagram @Connect Pelvic Health on Facebook This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
An induction, as it pertains to labor and birth, is a medical start to labor, and providers recommend this for a variety of reasons. In this episode, doula Rachael has a wonderful and educational conversation with Dr. Shannon about ways to advocate for a gentle induction. They briefly discuss some necessary and unnecessary reasons for an induction (and for more information on that, check out Episode 26: Dues Dates and the Holidays ), but the bulk of the episode is spent discussing:Using the BRAIN acronym to help make informed and shared decisions with your providerWhat is a gentle inductionAn overview of the types of induction methods such as cervadil, cytotc, foley bulb, pitocin, and AROMTips for a gentle inductionThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In honor of World Breastfeeding Week (which is August 1-7), Dr. Shannon and doula Rachael sit down and chat about their own breastfeeding experiences. And although through both of their experiences they were able to nurse their 2 children for ~ 2 years each, their journeys were very different. From battling cesarean recovery to bottle refusal to mastitis and forceful letdowns, they share what worked for them and what helped in their breastfeeding experiences. They then share what tips and resources they offer their patients, pulled from their own experiences, from the experiences of the moms and families they work with, and other birth professionals and lactation experts in the community. These tips and resources are not exhaustive though! One key aspect to having a satisfying breastfeeding journey is finding the support and help that you need, and a key factor that both Dr. Shannon and Rachael agree on is taking breastfeeding and lactation support classes while pregnant and connecting with a lactation consultant. Resources:Watch your posture! - Ep 31: Why is nursing posture important Ep 57: Pediatric Chiropractic Care and Cranial Adjustments - Interview with Dr. Martin RosenBadass Breastfeeding PodcastThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Did you know there are many symptoms you may experience in late pregnancy that are actually signs of your body is preparing for labor? You may think that the water breaking is the most important signal your body sends you but that is not always the case. In this episode, Doula Rachael breaks down the possible, probable, and positive signs of labor and tips for navigating those final weeks of pregnancy with more ease and confidence. Doula Rachael then dives into the 6 ways labor progresses and how they are assessed and measured and what you can do with this information. This episode also includes tips for what to do in late pregnancy and early labor to help your body and mind prepare for labor to begin including focusing on the “due month” instead of the “due date”. The goal is for you to understand how your body prepares for labor and birth, how the baby moves down through the pelvis and the changes occurring within your body to make way for your baby to be born into your arms.Resource:Episode 26: Due Dates and the HolidaysThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
“We can't necessarily control everything that happens to us, but we can control our reaction. We can be response-able with our reaction to life.” As a society that is chronically stressed, it can impact our posture, our ability to take deep breaths, and ultimately impact our overall health. Add pregnancy and postpartum to the mix and breathing dysfunctions can be magnified. In this episode I go over 5 breathing techniques that can impact not only our ability to breathe better, but also impact our nervous system function. We talk about the parts of the nervous system and do a quick little anatomy overview of the vagus nerve and how it impacts our breath, our digestion, and the sympathetic and parasympathetic parts of the nervous system. These breathing exercises aren't just for pregnancy though, and I mention some that are great for kids and families, and I give some alternatives to accommodate for the growing belly. Resources:Episode 31: Why is Nursing Posture Important Episode 52: What Happens in Vagus: guest interview on the Magic of Mamahood Podcast Episode 41: BirthFit Prenatal Chiropractic and Leader Dr Ashley HarperEpisode 42: Dr. Ashley Harper's birth stories and the impact of BirthFitBackbends and Brews Yoga , Instagram, FacebookFollow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Did you know that pain serves an important role during labor and birth? Pain is Purposeful, Anticipated, Intermittent, and Necessary. In this episode, Doula Rachael breaks down the important role that pain serves during labor and birth and what you can do to help flip the script on perception of pain when preparing for labor. Pulling back this veil of fear surrounding pain can help you feel more confident and prepared as you navigate the sometimes unpredictable path to giving birth. The more you know about what is normal during labor, the less fear you can have as you are experiencing the intense sensations and surges of labor.Doula Rachael also shares about the orchestra of hormones during childbirth as well as tips for supporting the flow of birth in a meaningful and effective way. Other helpful Aligned Birth Podcast episodes:Episode 14: Choosing a Care Provider For Your BirthThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
How you feel about your birthing experience is important, and a big part of how you feel about your birth relates to how you feel about your care provider. In this episode, we're discussing some ways to reverse engineer the thought process by beginning with the desired end result and working backward toward choosing a care provider. The process involves tapping into your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and intuition, as well as learning about the different places to birth, and ultimately figuring out if you are in true alignment with whomever you choose as a care provider. This episode will share with you the differences between a midwife and an obstetrician as well as the difference between places they support birth. Then we dive into how to choose a care provider including questions to ask and red flags to look for. Listen to Episode # 3: Building Your Birth Support Team Check out the blog over on Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness where Dr. Shannon shares some great tips: "Creating Your Birth Support Team"Check out Your Birth Site Rachael's Video: “6 Red Flags to Look For + Questions to Ask Your Care Provider”This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram: Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.co
In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss the newest evidence on eating and drinking during labor. Some hospitals restrict eating and drinking during labor which is not an evidence based practice. Labor and birth should be treated like a marathon, not a sprint. Eating and drinking during labor can help to keep the birthing person hydrated and energized during one of the most strenuous, long, and exhausting experiences of their life. In this episode you will learn:Current recommendationsQuick factsWhy eating and drinking freely and as you please during labor is importantWhat to eat in early laborWhat to bring to your birth center or hospital birthIf birthing at home, what to have on hand for the day of laborThe goal of this episode is for you to learn about your options, learn what is recommended, and to empower you to advocate for yourself during labor and birth so that you have the best chance at having the best birth possible.Resources:Evidence Based Birth Article and Podcast - https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-eating-drinking-labor/ This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Dr. Shannon sits down with pediatric chiropractor, author, and instructor, Dr. Martin Rosen to talk about all things pediatric chiropractic care and craniopathy. In most of our episodes, we're talking about prenatal care and pregnancy, but if you've listened to any of our postpartum episodes, you know we talk about ways to support yourself after birth. Not only do we discuss continuing under chiropractic care, but the impact the birthing process can have on your baby and what you can do to facilitate their healing as well. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Rosen's book about Common vs. Normal when it comes to cranial distortions and pediatric neurological development and lots of other topics including:How birth impacts the infant craniumWhy cranial shape is importantWhat is the dura mater, dural tension, cerebrospinal fluid and how all body systems are impacted by birthThe importance of the first 2 years of lifeWhat are milestones and primitive reflexes (and yes - why crawling is important!) Specific pediatric conditions we've both worked with: torticollis, tongue tie, plagiocephalyWhy tummy time is importantWhen to seek outside helpWhat pediatric chiropractic and cranial adjustments look like Resources: Dr. Martin Rosen - websiteDr. Martin Rosen - InstagramPeak Potential InstituteWellesley Chiropractic This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimer The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael talk a lot about creating your birth support team and finding those team members who listen to you, support you, respect you and encourage you to be the decision maker when it comes to your birth. The same goes for who to invite into your birth space. Why does this matter? Birth flows when we feel safe, comfortable, and private and it slows when we feel stressed, fearful, and exposed. In this episode, they discuss 6 key questions to ask yourself when deciding who to allow or not allow into this sacred space. Because it's not only how we give birth that matters, but how we feel about the birth experience that matters as well, and who is invited into that birth space can impact our emotions surrounding birth. This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimer:The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
What is optimal fetal positioning and why is it important? Fetal positioning refers to how your baby is positioned in the womb, and in this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael talk about several aspects of fetal position including:What does LOA mean and why is that optimal?What is fetal malposition and examples of those positions. What these positions mean when it comes to labor and birth.Are there things that you can do to encourage optimal fetal positioning? Don't forget to check out all of the resources mentioned in this episode, and as always, be sure to discuss any of the topics from this episode with your healthcare provider. Resources:Why doctors perform cesareans for breech babiesTry Belly MappingSpinning babiesMiles circuitSide lying releaseDo cat/cows dailyBelly sifting“Shaking the apple tree” This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In order to feel more at ease, confident, and comfortable in the final weeks of pregnancy, it takes significant and intentional effort and preparation during pregnancy. In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael share tips for preparing your mind, body, and heart for navigating the final weeks of pregnancy so that labor can begin and unfold as it should and you can feel less stress, fear, and doubt during this time. They share information about due dates and how you can focus on the due month instead of the due date. They also talk about ways you can prepare your body for labor, signs of labor, what to do if you experience prodromal labor, benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy and early labor, and how to prepare your mind and heart for those final weeks of pregnancy. There is no 1-way to get labor started so we focus on all the other ways you can prepare yourself for the final weeks of pregnancy so that you can be more comfortable and feel confident in yourself, your baby, and the normal process of labor and birth. Approaching labor in this way can help avoid an unnecessary induction which can improve overall outcomes and help you have a more positive birthing experience. Resources:Spinning Babies - Daily ActivitiesThe Guide by Ann Marie Gilligan This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by Roa
It's time to celebrate! Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael have officially been podcasting for ONE entire year…that is 52 episodes and 3,000 downloads under their belt. In this episode, they share their top 10 downloaded episodes as well as their personal favorites. They share what they've learned through this past year as well as what they have planned for the future. They share how they started the podcast, a few details from behind the scenes of the podcast, the tools and programs they use, how they stay organized, and tips for those who want to start a podcast. Resources:Sign-up with Buzzsprout (affiliate link)Buzzsprout - How to Start a Podcast GuideChris Godfrey - Podcast Care - Podcast EditingOtter App for transcription Music Sources: SoundCloud Audiojungle This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Dr. Shannon had the honor of being a guest on the Magic of Mamahood Podcast with Caitlin and Stefany, and we're so thankful that they shared their episode with us at the Aligned Birth Podcast. They had some wonderful questions about the importance of posture, how poor posture can affect us over time, ways to combat posture issues, chiropractic care during pregnancy and what that looks like, chiropractic care and allergies, pediatric chiropractic care, and more! You definitely want to listen to the end for my top 3 takeaways about the importance of chiropractic care. And be sure to check out Cailtin and Stefany's podcast. Motherhood takes a village, and their fitness, nutrition, and general women's wellness knowledge that they share is an important part of our motherhood tribe. This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Resources:Magic of Mamahood Podcast Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss tips for ways to best support someone who just gave birth. This is great for the partner or spouse as well as for close family and friends…anyone providing support to a new mother. The goal is to provide practical and actionable tips for supporting new moms in a meaningful and beneficial way. Family and friends usually have good intentions with wanting to help but they may not know exactly what the birthing person needs. As the birthing person, it is helpful if you can know ways to ask for help and if you are the non-birthing person, pick a few of these tips that align with you and do those things. With authentic and meaningful support, new mothers have a greater chance to focus on rest, healing, nourishing herself and her baby. This kind of support has the potential to provide benefits for months and even years to come. The inspiration for this episode came from Kier Gains, a licensed therapist as well as an article on Motherly.com.Resources:Motherly Article - 14 Ways to *Really* Help a New MomKier Gaines InstagramKier Gaines - 3 Things Non-Birthing Parents Can Do When The Baby ComesThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Let's face it, sometimes pregnancy brings about pain, discomfort. In this episode, we discuss some common discomforts experienced during pregnancy as well as the remedies that we have learned about that can help provide relief. We talk about nausea, vomiting, bloating, cramping, exhaustion, fatigue, increased headaches, increased urination, incontinence, general pelvic pain and lightning crotch. We are not obstetricians or midwives, the information shared in this episode is our opinion and based on our personal and professional experience as a chiropractor and a birth doula/childbirth educator. Always consult your care provider if you have questions or concerns and before taking any supplements or medications. Just because these are common pregnancy discomforts, it doesn't mean you have to suffer through them or that there's nothing to do about it. Hopefully this episode gives you some tips to try, thoughts and conversations to have with your care provider, and hope that you're not alone in what you're feeling. Resources mentioned:Role of vagal neurocircuits in the regulation of nausea and vomitThe effect of spinal manipulative therapy on heart rate variability and pain in patients with chronic neck pain: a randomized controlled trialSustained improvement of heart rate variability in patients undergoing a program of chiropractic care: A retrospective case seriesThe effect of relaxin on the musculoskeletal system Serum relaxin and pelvic pain What is relaxinFollow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth - www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon - www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael - www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
As you prepare for labor and birth, packing the hospital back can be somewhat daunting because “what do you really need”. And let's face it, anytime we're packing for a trip and forget something, it can cause unnecessary stress. We definitely don't need extra stress when it comes to giving birth! This episode shares some helpful tips for packing for the hospital, but this list can also be useful if you are planning a home birth. We share the reasons it is beneficial to pack your bag in advance so that you have time to gather what you need and want with you at the hospital. We include things to consider for labor and birth for you and your partner as well as for after the birth for you, your partner, and your new baby. Preparation is key and our hope is that a few of these things will resonate with you and help you have a satisfying experience. List: What to Pack In Your Hospital BagPacking your “Go Bag” for Home-Hospital transfer The Birth BallHomemade Electrolyte Drink (laboraide)This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In this episode, Jessica Brock, a patient of Dr. Shannon and one of Doula Rachel's former client's, shares her two birth stories. She shares how she prepared for her first birth with lots of research and advocacy and how this helped her navigate her long and exhausting (albeit beautiful and healthy) birth of her first son in 2018. She then shares how her first birth informed her 2nd birth and the things she chose to do differently for her 2nd birth to her daughter Nora in 2020 amidst a global pandemic. Jessica shares about switching providers late in pregnancy, PROM (premature rupture of membranes), getting adjusted by Dr. Shannon in early labor, laboring at home until later in labor, and giving birth within 2 hours of arriving at the hospital. Jessica also talks about her experiences during postpartum with both of her kiddos. Be sure to listen until the end because she offers some beautiful words of encouragement and advice for those expecting a baby soon. There are so many nuggets of wisdom from Jessica as she shares her beautiful and empowering experiences of giving birth. She is inspiring, encouraging, honest, and vulnerable. You don't want to miss this episode!Resources mentionedMama Natural BookThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDr. ShannonDoula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In this episode, Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael dissect an article from one of their favorite magazines, Pathways to Family Wellness. This article is about the Role of Chiropractic in Childbirth Education and is by Sarah Clark. The article premise is how chiropractic care is an essential part of not just birth, but childbirth education, and how it has the ability to change birth as we know it. A good question the article brings up is: “How do well-prepared people sometimes end up with a birth very different from the one they planned?” We go over the pros and cons of this article and share our own feedback on this important topic. You can find the Pathways article here: Role of Chiropractic in Childbirth EducationIt is also found in Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine Issues #41 and #64Other resources mentioned:Well Adjusted Baby (book)Episode 25: Vaginal Birth After CesareanBirth Boot CampBetterBirth.org (My Breech Baby - Lauren McClain)We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birth: www.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannon: www.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachael: www.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic: "Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael discuss the top 6 reasons people seek or may want to seek out chiropractic care during pregnancy. We share the most common reasons, which is usually pain and discomfort and then we discuss the unexpected benefits or outcomes that may come from chiropractic care during pregnancy. We discuss sciatica, round ligament pain, hip pain, pubic symphysis, low back pain, and known breech presentation or malpositioning of the baby. Lastly, we cover a couple common misconceptions about chiropractic care during pregnancy plus we share many helpful resources you may want to check out to help further your knowledge surrounding pregnancy, childbirth and, and postpartum. The Webster Technique: Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy (Dr. Shannon's blog) Webster technique definition ICPA research publicationsPathways to Family Wellness Find an ICPA chiropractor near youThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDr. ShannonDoula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
In this episode Doula Rachael is talking with Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, Shannon Weist of Maternally Mindful. Shannon Weist is a licensed clinical mental therapist that provides both in person and telehealth services in the state of Georgia. She specializes in infertility, pregnancy and postpartum. Shannon helps to bring awareness and shed light on the importance of creating a therapeutic alliance during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Having a safe, unbiased space to share your most vulnerable thoughts and feelings is vital in effectively and meaningfully supporting birthing people. In this episode we learn:What exactly a Perinatal Mental Health Therapist is and the work they do.What led Shannon to do this important workWhat to look for when deciding to hire a Perinatal Mental Health TherapistThe benefits of seeking mental health therapy during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartumUniversal screening and who provides this screening and how to make the most of it.Warning signs for anxiety, depression, and/or mood disorders during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum.Tips for the partner and loved ones.What to expect during your visit.Plus Shannon shares her favorite resourcesConnect with Shannon:www.maternallymindful.org (resources tab with tons of books, podcasts and Instagram suggestions)Instagram: @maternallymindfulShannon's Book Recommendations:The Pregnancy Workbook by Dr. Katayune KaeniGood Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen KleimanOther resources mentioned:Postpartum Support International Edinburgh Postnatal Depression ScalePHQ-9 AssessmentFollow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and WellnessNorth Atlanta Birth Services DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by: Chris Godfrey of Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by Roa
This journey called life can bring many highs and lows, so Dr. Shannon and Doula Rachael sit down and chat about what's been working and what hasn't as it pertains to the birth work they do, their motherhood journey, and their own personal health and wellness. Not only do they get to sit down and share some of their personal conversations that aren't typically recorded, but they unexpectedly found clarity by having a trusted person with a listening ear to chat with. And maybe, you are inspired to share some of the same thoughts and feelings you have been having as well, or to even adopt this highs and lows practice with your own family. Our recent publications:Shoutout Atlanta - North Atlanta Birth Services articleVoyage Atlanta - North Atlanta Birth Services articleShoutout Atlanta - Meet Dr. Shannon, prenatal chiropractor Resources mentioned:“Balancing Act” - Blog by Dr. ShannonBig Life JournalThis podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDr. ShannonDoula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Dr. Ashley Harper joins us on the show to talk all about B!RTHF!T. We've mentioned this program on several episodes before, but today, we get to define what exactly BIRTHFIT is with leader/coach and prenatal chiropractor, Dr. Ashley. She has a wonderful exercise background and she uses that knowledge with her chiropractic training to help expectant parents keep their physical bodies prepared for upcoming birth as well as supporting people postpartum. Birthfit has an amazing foundation in movement, but how to live an overall wellness lifestyle is a big part of the classes too.In this episode we talk about:What is BIRTHFIT and what are the foundations (the 9 core values)What does it offer prenatal and postpartum moms (or even non-pregnant people)How are the classes structured (online vs in-person and community)Why is breathwork important (breath is life - and it's connected to the pelvic floor)How does it help with birth and postpartumHow Dr. Ashley found BIRTHFIT during school and the impact it made during her postpartum (more on that in part 2!)Resources mentioned in the episode:B!FTHF!TDr. Ashley's officeDr. Ashley on InstagramB!RTHF!T on InstagramThis is a two part episode. In part 2, we dive into Dr. Ashley's birth story and the impact BIRTHFIT made. This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! f you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDr. ShannonDoula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
Doula Rachael shares the framework that can help guide you along your unique path to giving birth. The Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth Practices are foundational, practical, and effective in helping to ensure you have the best chance at having a safer, healthier, and more satisfying childbirth. Use these birth practices to help increase your knowledge and confidence and to have conversations with your care provider about how they support these healthy birth practices. You can also use these practices to begin filling your tool bag with resources, tips, and information to help you navigate the unpredictable events that can often lead to additional and oftentimes unnecessary or unwanted consequences later in labor or birth. In this episode, Rachael shares the Lamaze 6 Healthy Birth Practices:Let labor begin on its ownContinuous SupportMove around, change positions during laborAvoid unnecessary interventionsAvoid pushing on your backKeep mom and baby togetherIf you can root in these guiding principles, you will be able to achieve the safe, healthy, and empowering birth experience you deserve!Your Birth Your Way Online Childbirth Education Course (by Rachael)This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more.We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey.We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything!If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned Birthwww.instagram.com/aligned_birthDr. Shannonwww.instagram.com/sunrise_chiropractic_wellnessDoula Rachaelwww.instagram.com/northatlantabirthCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness - www.sunrisechiropracticandwellness.comNorth Atlanta Birth Services - www.northatlantabirth.comDisclaimer:The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
One of Dr. Shannon's patients joins us on the show today to share her birth story. Each birth is so unique, there is beauty in sharing these stories, and I'm so thankful for Sarah sharing her story. Because remember, when we talk about birth, not only is a baby born, but so is a mother! She created a pretty unique birth support team which included a midwifery practice out of a hospital, a chiropractor, a perinatal therapist, and her husband. There are so many takeaways from her story, and I think a lot of moms will identify with what she shares. From realizing that she needed mental health resources during her pregnancy as well as during her postpartum time period to devouring all the childbirth education she could before birth, Sarah's story doesn't stop there. She shares the pain management techniques she used during birth, and answers the question from her midwife to her husband, “how involved do you want to be in the birth?”. Hearing her describe how the birth unfolded will bring a smile to your face. However, Sarah developed postpartum preeclampsia 1 week postpartum, and because she listened to her body, trusted her instincts, and sought emergency help, she was able to continue navigating her postpartum and motherhood journey safely. Resources mentioned in the show:Mommy Labor NursePostpartum preeclampsia instagram post Evidence Based Birth podcast Perinatal Therapist - Ashley Lingerfelt This podcast was created from a desire to share conversations and interviews about topics from pregnancy and birth to motherhood and the importance of a healthy body and mind through it all. Our goal is to bring you fun, interesting, and helpful conversations that excite you and make you want to learn more. We hope what we share will make an impact and help someone else along their journey. We believe that when you are aligned in body, mind, and your intuition, you can conquer anything! If you like what you are hearing and you don't want to miss our newest episodes, be sure and tap subscribe. Your support is greatly appreciated.Follow us on Instagram:Aligned BirthDr. ShannonDoula RachaelCheck out our individual websites:Sunrise Chiropractic and WellnessNorth Atlanta Birth Services DisclaimerThe information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. The podcast hosts take no money from affiliate links provided in the show notes. Podcast Editing by:Chris Godfrey of Godfrey Sound: www.godfreysound.comMusic:"Freedom” by Roa - https://roamusic.wixsite.com/roamusic
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