Podcasts about support services

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Rachel, a mom of two, to share her powerful and deeply layered story of navigating two very different pregnancies and births, both marked by moments of dismissal, fear, and intense advocacy.Rachel's first pregnancy shifted dramatically at 30 weeks when she developed severe high blood pressure and preeclampsia, leading to weeks of confusion, mixed messages, and ultimately an induction at 34 weeks. Her experience left deep emotional imprints, including guilt, hypervigilance, and the grief of feeling disconnected from her own birth and early postpartum moments.Years later, Rachel and her wife decided to grow their family again,  a choice shaped by both longing and the fear of repeating past trauma. Her second pregnancy was medically smoother, but her birth once again challenged her sense of safety and autonomy through unheard concerns, rapid labor, and providers who dismissed her awareness of her own body.Together, Kayleigh and Rachel explore:

In this powerful conversation, Kayleigh sits down with Dr. Cheryl Tatano Beck, one of the most influential researchers in postpartum mood disorders and psychological birth trauma. Dr. Beck shares how her clinical work as a nurse and nurse-midwife led her into research, how she “fell into” traumatic birth as a focus, and why listening to mothers' own words and metaphors changed everything.Together, they explore breastfeeding after birth trauma, the role of dignity and respect in preventing trauma, and the possibility of post-traumatic growth—not as a silver lining, but as a real, complex outcome of surviving something life-shattering.This episode is for survivors, clinicians, nurses, midwives, OBs, lactation consultants, and therapists who want to better understand the lived experience of birth trauma and the research that gave it language.Together, Kayleigh and Dr. Beck explore: ✨ How she found her way into researching postpartum depression and traumatic birth ✨ Why qualitative research (and metaphors!) can crack open truth in a way numbers never could ✨ The powerful two-path framework for breastfeeding after trauma ✨ What surprised her most after decades of listening to survivors ✨ Post-traumatic growth and the ways some parents rebuild after everything collapses ✨ How clinicians can prevent trauma by protecting dignity, autonomy, and humanityResources & Links

In this special listener series episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Lillian, a licensed clinical social worker to unpack both the personal and professional realities of NICU trauma, for parents, families, and the clinicians who support them.As a psychotherapist specializing in perinatal mental health, Lillian has spent years supporting women through infertility, postpartum mood disorders, and the transition to motherhood. But her work took on new meaning after her own experience as a NICU parent, giving birth to triplets at 34 weeks during the height of COVID-19 and being separated from her babies for ten long days after delivery.Through vulnerability and clinical wisdom, Lillian shares what it's really like to be a “visitor” in your own child's life, the deep shame that can come from not feeling instantly bonded, and the importance of validation and compassion in healing from perinatal trauma.Together, Kayleigh and Lillian explore:

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In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Maggie Runyon, nurse educator, author, and co-creator of the Trauma-Informed Birth Nurse Program, for an insightful and heartfelt conversation about what it means to care, and to keep caring, in a system that so often asks too much of its helpers.Maggie's new book, I Thought I Was Here to Help, explores the emotional and professional identity of nurses and other healthcare providers, unpacking how the “helper” mindset, while rooted in empathy and purpose, can also lead to burnout, moral distress, and trauma when left unchecked.Together, Kayleigh and Maggie explore how the same drive that brings so many clinicians to this work can, without boundaries and reflection, begin to harm them, and how shifting from a hero or handmaiden mindset to one of advocacy can create space for more sustainable, compassionate care.They also dive into:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Betsey, a therapist, mother, and birth trauma survivor, to share her powerful and ongoing story of survival, advocacy, and rebuilding trust in the medical system.Betsey's pregnancy started off routine, until her daughter Mara's heart rate began showing signs of distress at 39 weeks. What followed was a series of events that would forever change Betsey's experience of birth and motherhood.But Betsey's trauma didn't end in the delivery room. Her postpartum experience was marked by repeated medical dismissal, for both herself and her daughter, as she navigated months of unanswered questions, failure-to-thrive diagnoses, and a long fight to uncover the truth: a severe cow's milk protein intolerance that had gone unnoticed by multiple providers.As both a mental health therapist and a mother, Betsey brings unique insight into the emotional and psychological toll of birth trauma, medical gaslighting, and raising a medically complex child.Together, Kayleigh and Betsey explore:

A program that has offered parental support services to incarcerated mothers will soon be available to men held at the state prison in Newport.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh opens a gentle and honest conversation about the journey of considering pregnancy after birth trauma and introduces her new workshop, created specifically for this season.The Pregnancy After Birth Trauma workshop was designed as a supportive, trauma-informed space for anyone exploring a subsequent pregnancy after a difficult or traumatic birth. It offers guidance, reflection prompts, and tools to help you move through this process with clarity and a sense of agency. Whether you're actively trying, quietly wondering if you're ready, or still holding the question gently from a distance, this workshop honors the complexity of your experience and walks alongside you with care and grounding.In today's episode, Kayleigh speaks to the emotional landscape that so many survivors navigate when thinking about growing their family again. Rather than rushing answers, she reflects on the fears, hopes, and complicated "maybes" that live in this space, and why this decision deserves slowness, compassion, and support.She explores:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Christine, a mom of four, to share her harrowing and powerful story of surviving a rare and life-threatening birth and postpartum experience.After being induced at 37 weeks for hypertension, Christine's delivery with her fourth son, Caden, started calmly, until everything changed. What followed was a series of medical emergencies including a cervical tear, uterine rupture, hemorrhage, and emergency exploratory surgery, followed by multiple re-hospitalizations and near-death experiences in the weeks after giving birth.Christine opens up about the long physical and emotional recovery that followed, from memory loss and PTSD to regaining her strength through pelvic floor physical therapy, and how her desire to understand what happened to her body led to deep reflection on communication gaps in healthcare.Together, Kayleigh and Christine explore:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Dr. Jackie Dallaire, an OBGYN and former social work major, to explore what truly human-centered care looks like inside the world of obstetrics.Jackie's path to medicine began with a foundation in social work, where she learned the importance of empathy, systems thinking, and seeing every person in the context of their story. Those lessons have shaped how she shows up in her practice today, as a doctor who listens deeply, centers her patients' autonomy, and advocates for a more compassionate model of care.Together, Kayleigh and Dr. Dallaire unpack what it means to practice trauma-informed medicine in a system that often prioritizes efficiency over empathy, and why collaboration between OBs and midwives is one of the most powerful ways to create safer, more empowering birth experiences.They explore:

In this deeply moving listener story episode, Kayleigh is joined by Meghan, who shares the heartbreaking and powerful story of her son, Max.

In this episode, of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Caitlin, a certified nurse midwife practicing within an OB/GYN group, to talk about how midwives are redefining patient-centered care inside traditional medical settings. Together, they explore what makes the midwifery model unique, why collaboration with obstetricians matters, and how integrating both perspectives can create safer, more supported birth experiences.Listeners will walk away with a clearer understanding of how the midwifery model emphasizes relationship, trust, and holistic support, even within hospital-based systems, and why this approach can be a powerful antidote to the fragmentation so many birthing people experience in modern maternity care.Together, Kayleigh and Caitlin explore:The core philosophy of midwifery care and how it differs from the traditional medical model.How midwives and OBs can work together rather than compete, creating a continuum of care that honors safety and connection.The value of presence and time, why listening and relational continuity matter in birth outcomes.How midwifery care supports trauma-informed, patient-led decision making.The challenges and opportunities of practicing midwifery within a hosptial system.Resources & LinksFollow Caitlin on TikTok: @Caitlin.Emmaline

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Sowania Germain, LMHC-D, PMHC, a licensed therapist and fellow birth trauma survivor, to share her powerful story of pregnancy complications, hospitalization, and healing.Sowania's journey began with an unexpected pregnancy that led to months of antepartum bed rest, countless medical interventions, and a premature birth, followed by the heavy emotional aftermath that so many parents silently carry. As a therapist and Haitian American woman, Sowania offers an insightful perspective on the intersections of medical trauma, cultural shame, and the long road toward self-compassion.Together, Kayleigh and Sowania explore:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Alicia Rainwater, LCSW, the newest member of the Holding Hope Perinatal therapy team. Alicia brings nearly a decade of experience as a medical social worker and shares how both her professional and personal journeys have shaped her approach to perinatal trauma and grief work.From walking alongside families in hospitals during some of their hardest days to navigating her own motherhood journey after losing her mom, Alicia's story beautifully illustrates the heart of trauma-informed care, presence, empathy, and validation.Together, Kayleigh and Alicia explore:

As the fall quarter begins and students dive into parties, dating, and new relationships, it's important to know how to stay safe and where to turn for help. KCSB's Lina Lim speaks with Julia Pennick, director of UC Santa Barbara's Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE) office. Topics include ways to intervene safely as a bystander, what resources to turn to when facing interpersonal violence, and learn about practical steps you can take to look out for yourself and your friends while enjoying all that Isla Vista has to offer. October is also relationship violence awareness month.

Dr. Brittany Penner, an author and practicing family physician in Manitoba, joined me to talk about her new memoir, "Children Like Us: A Métis Woman's Memoir of Family, Identity and Walking Herself Home," growing up as an Indigenous woman in a non-Indigenous family, the 60s Scoop, and how her experiences growing up, including multiple traumatic events, shaped who she is as a person and a doctor.A note of warning, in this episode, we're going to talk about sexual assault and suicide. I'll include some support information in the show notes, but if this is going to be triggering for you, you may not want to listen to this episode.Canada - Sexual Assault Centres, Crisis Lines, and Support Services -https://endingviolencecanada.org/sexual-assault-centres-crisis-lines-and-support-services/U.S.A. - National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence - Hotlines - https://www.ncdsv.org/hotlines.html

About one in nine people in Australia are carers — people who look after an ageing or frail relative or friend, or for someone living with a health condition or disability. But many carers do not recognise themselves as such, or know there is a range of free support services available to them. - Otprilike jedna od devet osoba u Australiji je njegovatelj – osoba koja brine o starijem ili nemoćnom rođaku ili prijatelju, ili o nekome ko živi sa zdravstvenim stanjem ili invaliditetom. Ali mnogi njegovatelji često ne prepoznaju sebe kao takve, niti znaju da postoji niz besplatnih usluga podrške koje im stoje na raspolaganju.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Rachael to share her powerful story of surviving placenta accreta, not once, but twice, and the far-reaching impact it had on her body, her family, and her healing.Rachael, an IVF mom and nurse, opens up about her traumatic birth experiences: the emergency surgeries, hemorrhage, ICU stay, and the devastating loss of her ability to breastfeed after a pituitary rupture. She also shares her second accreta journey, which ended in a hysterectomy, and the complicated grief of both relief and loss that followed.But this conversation doesn't stop with the medical story, it shines light on the ripple effects of birth trauma. Rachael bravely discusses the toll it took on her marriage, her husband's hidden struggles with alcohol, and the often-overlooked suffering of partners in the aftermath of traumatic births.Together, Kayleigh and Rachael explore:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Dr. Arianna Cassidy, maternal-fetal medicine physician at UCSF, to unpack one of the most complex and high-risk conditions in pregnancy: placenta accreta.Placenta accreta spectrum disorders have been rising alongside C-section rates, yet remain widely misunderstood. Dr. Cassidy shares her personal journey into medicine, her role in building UCSF's multidisciplinary accreta center, and why the care for these patients must go beyond surgery and survival.Together, they explore:

When her husband was diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration at just 29, Katie Brandt's life changed overnight. What began as confusion and heartbreak became a lifelong calling to transform how we see, support, and study dementia. Today, Katie is the Director of Caregiver Support Services and Public Relations at the Massachusetts General Hospital Frontotemporal Disorders Unit, and the Founder & CEO of Katie Brandt Advocacy. In this conversation, we talk about what it means to become a “caregiver detective”, the quiet observer, the record keeper, the advocate who pieces together the truth when something feels off. We explore how early and accurate diagnosis brings dignity, how research becomes more human when it includes caregiver voices, and why supporting caregivers isn't just compassionate, it's strategic. Katie shares the lessons she's learned through love, loss, and leadership, and how her belief that “love will end FTD” continues to guide her work and the families she serves.   To buys tickets and learn more about A Night with the Arts for FTD, an annual gala featuring the Sermos Memorial Art Show, benefitting the clinical research program in the MGH Frontotemporal Disorders Unit. Visit HERE. The MGH Frontotemporal Disorders Unit hosts From Care to Cure podcast. Listen HERE. Thank you to our Sponsor Zinnia TV is a therapeutic dementia care platform that supports caregivers. We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts. Please follow for updates, rate & review! For more information about our guest, podcast & sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com

Many U.S. Department of Agriculture services are frozen as a result of the government shutdown. The freeze could have significant impacts for Montana's farmers.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, I'm joined by Diane for a powerful and emotional retelling of her son Tommy's birth and the long, complicated postpartum recovery that followed. What began as a smooth induction and quick delivery turned into a life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage, a diagnosis of placenta accreta, and an eventual hysterectomy, weeks after birth.Diane walks us through the cascade of events, from being dismissed when she sensed something was wrong to advocating for the testing that ultimately revealed retained placenta with an accreta component. She shares the fear of facing major surgery, the relief of trusting her intuition, and the ways she has found healing through EMDR therapy, support groups, and reconnecting with her body.Her story is a testament to the power of self-advocacy, the importance of listening to birthing people, and the long tail of emotional recovery after medical trauma.What You'll Hear in This Episode:

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In this debrief episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast and The Misconceptions Podcast, Kayleigh and Dvora reflect on their powerful conversation with Dr. Heather Nixon, an OB anesthesiologist working to transform how pain is managed and communicated during C-sections.While the first conversation laid the groundwork, this follow-up goes deeper into the emotional, psychological, and systemic layers of what it means when patients feel pain and aren't believed.Kayleigh and Dvora unpack:

In this special crossover episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast and The Misconceptions Podcast, Kayleigh and Dvora sit down with Dr. Heather Nixon, an obstetric anesthesiologist, to unpack one of the most overlooked aspects of birth trauma: pain during C-sections and failed anesthesia.Inspired by Season 2 of The Retrievals podcast, this conversation dives into what happens when patients are told, “you're not feeling pain,” even when they clearly are. Dr. Nixon shares her professional journey of reckoning with the ways anesthesia has been taught, normalized, and misunderstood in obstetric care, and why communication and validation are just as critical as the medical interventions themselves.Together, they explore:

Dustin announces the award of this critical contract, which supports public procurement operations nationwide and includes options through 2032. 

Andrea was joined last week by parents who are struggling to get help for their children living with eating disorders…It got a huge reaction, and it's obviously something that they're not alone with.Today Andrea is joined by Lynda Duffy, a Licensed RTT Practitioner with personal experience of this. They discuss the disorder, and what the current state of support services are.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Lindsey, who shares her harrowing story of developing acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) and HELLP syndrome at 37 weeks. What began as a healthy, joyful pregnancy quickly spiraled into a medical emergency involving liver failure, internal bleeding, intubation, dialysis, and a two-week ICU stay.Lindsey walks us through her fragmented memories, the video of meeting her daughter that went viral, and the hidden layers of ICU delirium and psychosis that shaped her early postpartum days. She also opens up about the long recovery process — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — and the ongoing grief of not having the choice to grow her family in the way she once imagined.In this powerful conversation, Lindsey shares:

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Andrea Wetterau, a licensed clinical social worker, EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist, and perinatal mental health certified provider, for an eye-opening conversation on the intersection of birth trauma, body image, and eating concerns in the perinatal period.Andrea shares her personal journey of developing an eating disorder as a teen, choosing recovery every day, and later facing the resurfacing of old struggles after experiencing significant birth and postpartum trauma herself. Now, through her work with pregnant and postpartum clients, Andrea helps parents navigate the complex ways food and body struggles can show up during and after birth trauma.This conversation explores:

Oireachtas Group on Pregnancy and Infant Loss met today, to highlight improvements in prevention, support services and in recording data on miscarriages. Keelin O'Donoghue, Professor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, at University College Cork and also Consultant Obstetrician, at Cork University Maternity Hospital who was at the meeting joined us.

In this special episode of LawTech Talks, produced in partnership with Law In Order, we reflect on how far litigation support services have come in the last quarter century, what has been learnt in that time, and addressing current challenges and trends amid the ongoing tech transformation. Host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Law In Order sales director Lisa Whitehead to discuss what litigation support technology looked like at the turn of the century, the biggest pain points being faced by legal teams at that time, changing client expectations, what today's litigation landscape looks like, and how inextricable such tools and services are to litigators. Lisa also delves into how well litigation teams are doing when it comes to meaningfully utilising such tools, what teams are most in need of right now, the extent to which teams can be proactive, the biggest hurdles facing litigators at present, overcoming a sense of overwhelm, and the biggest opportunities for litigators as we move forward. To learn more about Law in Order, click here.

Mastodon, the non-profit organization that maintains the software powering the decentralized alternative to social networks like Threads and X, has a new plan to make money. Instead of relying entirely on donations and grants as before, the company announced Friday that it will now offer paid hosting, moderation, and support services for organizations that want to join the open social web. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, we are joined by Angel, who shares her powerful story of birth, near-death, and healing after a rare and life-threatening complication: uterine inversion.Angel describes how her labor started smoothly and seemed “perfect" until the unexpected happened. What followed was a cascade of emergencies, including massive blood loss, emergency surgery, a hysterectomy, and days in critical care. Angel walks us through the terrifying moments of saying goodbye to her husband, the prayers she whispered before surgery, and the relief of waking up alive.But her story doesn't end at survival. Angel opens up about the aftermath, the postpartum depression she never expected, the shame of feeling broken despite being grateful, and the ongoing work of therapy, community, and healing.In this episode, Angel shares:

What do underground mines and geese in formation have in common? Both demand trust, clarity, and the courage to let others lead. In this powerful episode of the Better the Pond Pondcast, I had the privilege of sitting down in person with Safety Dave, otherwise known as Dave Speerbrecker—a 36-year mining veteran and General Manager of Support Services at Tyson Mining. We dug deep into: Dave's rise from underground worker to safety leader The emotional impact of workplace injuries—and how empathy must lead safety How Thyssen Mining is reshaping the mining industry through workforce development, tech, and inclusion And why kindness, gratitude, and communication aren't “soft skills”—they're people survival skills This one's about more than mining. It's about flying in formation—at work, at home, and in life. 

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh is joined by Dr. Ono Nseyo, an OB-GYN practicing in the Bay Area, for a deeply honest and inspiring conversation about patient-centered, trauma-informed care and what it means to show up as both a clinician and a human.Dr. Nseyo shares her journey from growing up as the daughter of Nigerian immigrants to becoming a physician passionate about addressing health disparities and providing care that honors dignity and autonomy. Together, Kayleigh and Dr. Nseyo explore what happens when healthcare providers reject the pressure of rushed, 10-minute appointments and instead prioritize listening, presence, and human connection.This conversation explores:

Vaughn Halliday, MSc, CFM, SFP, FMP, PMP, ProFM is Manager of Support Services and Facilities for the Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago where he is a seasoned management executive with a specialized focus on facilities and project management, underpinned by a fervent commitment to sustainability. Mike Petrusky asks Vaughn why he believes that FM professionals need to lead with purpose, adapt with precision, and invest in people as much as they do in technology. They discuss the constant tension between short-term operational demands and long-term asset stewardship which often leads to deferred maintenance and reactive decision-making and Vaughn shares how the effective use of data from CMMS and BMS platforms is essential for driving strategic outcomes. He says that facility managers should move beyond a maintenance mindset and embrace FM as a strategic enabler of business outcomes by investing in training and credential programs at events like IFMA's World Workplace. The future of FM is already here, with AI, IoT, and smart systems reshaping how assets are managed, so Mike and Vaughn encourage and inspire you to be an Asset Champion in your organization! Connect with Vaughn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaughn-halliday/ Learn more about IFMA: https://www.ifma.org/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Kayleigh sits down with Katelynn, a labor and delivery nurse who was at the bedside during a devastating traumatic birth, Julia's story (Episode 137).Together, they revisit that day, but this time through the eyes of the provider. Katelynn opens up about the chaos of rushing Julia to the OR, the horror of watching her patient code, and the emotional toll that followed. What unfolds is a powerful conversation about the very real trauma healthcare workers face when catastrophic events occur in labor and delivery.Katelynn shares:

In this episode of The HR Room Podcast, we explore the crucial role of mediation in resolving workplace conflict. Our Head of Strategy & Growth Barry Casserly hands over the podcast hosting reigns to Dave Corkery, Insight HR's new Content & Social Media Lead. They're joined by Joe Thompson, Head of Support Services at Insight HR, an accredited mediator who brings a wealth of experience on the subject. From spotting when mediation is appropriate, to understanding the process step by step, to building trust and neutrality as a mediator, this episode is packed with insights for HR professionals and leaders who want to handle conflict effectively. In this episode, we cover: 01:30 – Why Mediation? 04:55 – When Not to Mediate 07:35 – The Mediation Process 12:20 – Building Trust 17:40 – Staying Neutral as a Mediator 18:20 – Barry's Perspective as a People Leader 21:20 – Success Stories 23:40 – When Mediation Fails 25:15 – Key Takeaways & Closing   As promised, if you'd like to learn more about our mediation services, or have a confidential chat, you can find more info and contact us here. If you're not already following us on LinkedIn, you can do that here. If you have any suggestions on what you'd like to hear on the podcast, or if you'd like to join us as a guest, then do reach out to Dave at dcorkery@insightr.ie or on LinkedIn here.   About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice what's important to you as a HR professional, an employer or people leader.  If you are enjoying these episodes, do please feel free to share them with colleagues, friends and family. And even better, if you can leave us a review, we'd really appreciate it! We love your feedback, we take requests, and we're also here to help with any HR challenges you may have! Requests, feedback and guest suggestions

In this episode, I talk with Paige—a proud member of the Twiniversity mom squad—about her journey through twin parenthood and the unexpected challenges that reshaped her family's first year. What started as a smooth pregnancy shifted dramatically at the 20-week scan, when Paige's daughter was diagnosed with a congenital lung defect requiring surgery right after birth.Paige shares what it was like to navigate the NICU with both twins, including the emotional ups and downs, the critical role of hospital social workers, and the resources that made all the difference—from Medicaid to home nursing care. She opens up about the relief that came with finding financial and emotional support systems, and why advocating for your family's needs is so essential when medical complexities enter the picture.We also dive into the realities of transitioning home from the NICU, balancing medical care with everyday parenting, and the challenges of finding the right support team. Paige's story is not only about resilience but also about the importance of knowing where to turn for help.Whether you're a parent preparing for the NICU, navigating a complicated pregnancy, or simply curious about the resources available to families with unique medical needs, this conversation is full of honesty, encouragement, and practical guidance.EPISODE THEMES

Planning for birth often centers around the joyful, expected moments, skin-to-skin, golden hour, and bringing your baby home. But what about the unexpected? What happens if birth takes a catastrophic turn?In this joint episode with The BirthLounge Podcast, HeHe Stewart and I are collaborating again. Together, we unpack what it means to create a catastrophic birth plan, a tool to help families feel informed and empowered even in rare, life-threatening situations.I share my personal experience of surviving an AFE and what I wish had been in place for myself, my baby, and my partner. This episode explores:

On this week's Listener Series, we are doing a special re-release. We are sharing Julia's story again and tune in next week to hear from her L&D nurse, Katlynn. This is such a special duo - honoring both the patient and the provider in a traumatic experience.A little bit about Julia's story - Julia was induced at 38 weeks due to gestational hypertension. A routine delivery turned terrifying, when Julia suddenly became unresponsive. What followed was a litany of complications landing Julia and her baby in the ICU and NICU, and still to this day with an uncertain diagnosis. She shares with us the process of bringing home a NICU baby after a significant trauma and what her healing journey has been like.On this episode, you will hear:- labor complications and emergency response- NICU experience and family dynamics- second opinions and diagnosis- navigating an ICU experience- bonding journey after ICU and NICU experience- the stress of bringing home a NICU baby- finding healing and community supportYou can find and follow Julia on Instagram: @julia.omickFor more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.

In this episode of Grow Think Tank, host Gene Hammett talks with Nate Medoff, CEO of Quatrro Business Support Services, about the challenge of scaling without losing your culture. Quatrro Business Support Services No. 4197 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. Medoff reveals how Quattro has grown through rapid expansion and acquisitions while staying true to its cultural values and retaining top talent. He discusses leveraging AI to enhance client services without losing personal connection, measuring culture with clear KPIs, and fostering innovation by creating a safe space to learn from failure. This conversation offers leaders practical strategies to scale successfully while preserving the culture that fuels long-term success.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, I'm joined by NICU clinical nurse educator Jessi Barnes for a powerful conversation about the intersection of professional expertise and lived experience.With 15 years of nursing experience—including time in high-risk perinatal units and the NICU—Jessi now dedicates her career to teaching and mentoring NICU nurses with a trauma-informed lens. But her perspective deepened profoundly when her own daughter was born prematurely at 27 weeks and spent 75 days in the NICU.Together, we explore:

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Dating is hard, and a bit complicated in the modern era, as “Problematic Women” host Virginia Allen and her friend Chaney Mullins Gooley found out when they dated the same man - at the same time!    Chaney joins the show to share the hilarious story and offer her take on online dating and marriage, especially because, spoiler alert, she married the man she and Virginia were going on dates with in the same season.    Also on today's show, we discuss the work of Heaven's Gain Ministries, an organization that provides miscarriage care to women and their families.    Plus, we dig into the news of the week in Washington, D.C., from Trump's trip to the White House roof to SouthPark making fun of key conservative leaders.    Enjoy the show! Keep Up With The Daily Signal Sign up for our email newsletters:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.dailysignal.com/email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠     Subscribe to our other shows:  The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g  The Signal Sitdown: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2026390376   Problematic Women:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL7765680741   Victor Davis Hanson: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL9809784327   Follow The Daily Signal:  X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://x.com/intent/user?screen_name=DailySignal Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Truth Social:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/dailysignal?sub_confirmation=1    Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. 00:00 Funny Dating Stories 01:17 Discussion on Approaching Women 04:35 Online Dating Experiences 09:10 Navigating Relationships and Marriage 23:17 Introduction to Heaven's Gain 23:42 Miscarriage Statistics and Rights 24:13 Support Services by Heaven's Gain 27:30 Legislative Efforts for Miscarriage Rights 30:11 Pop Culture News with Elise 30:37 Trump's White House Ballroom Plans 34:34 JD Vance as MAGA Heir 37:59 South Park Parody Featuring Conservatives 40:34 ICE Recruitment Campaign 43:19 Question of the Week and Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, I'm joined by Ashley Rainey, labor and delivery nurse, educator, clinical director, and PhD candidate, whose passion for improving birth outcomes for Black women is rooted in her own experiences at the bedside and in the system.Together, we dive into the heavy reality of navigating pregnancy while carrying the weight of maternal mortality statistics, the lasting emotional impact of both big and small traumas, and how we can build a healthcare system that actually meets people where they are, with dignity, awareness, and trauma-informed care.What You'll Hear in This Episode:⚠️ How textbook myths and provider bias still shape patient care

As we mark 30 years since Chicago's deadly 1995 heat wave, we look at the way social isolation contributed to the death of hundreds of residents and what's being done today to prevent that from happening again. Reset speaks with Carol J. Sharp, president and CEO of The Night Ministry; Jahmal Cole, CEO and founder of My Block My Hood, My City; and Margaret Laraviere, deputy commissioner of senior services for the Department of Family and Support Services.

In this episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, I'm joined by Alyssa, who shares her story of surviving a catastrophic postpartum complication. What began as a smooth pregnancy and an unplanned C-section turned into undiagnosed sepsis, a perforated bowel, emergency surgery, and over four weeks in the hospital, two of them spent in the ICU, separated from her newborn daughter.Alyssa walks us through the red flags that were dismissed, the overwhelming pain and isolation she endured, and the moment when her C-section scar began leaking fluid, leading to the discovery of a life-threatening complication. Now, seven years later, she reflects on her long road to healing, both physically and emotionally, and the decision to stop growing her family due to trauma, grief, and self-preservation.What You'll Hear in This Episode: