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The care we provide for mothers, helping them to feel seen and supported, not only changes the way they internalize their self worth, but the trajectory of the perceived value they internalize and pass along to their children. Joining me in this episode is Chanel Porchia-Albert, the founder and Chief Executive Director of Ancient Song Doula Services and activist in the fight for birth equality for all, regardless of race, location, or socio economic status.

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124. Finding support in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood with Doula and activist Chanel Porchia-Albert

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36. Maternal mental health throughout pregnancy and parenthood with birth doula Carson Meyer

Birth doula, childbirth educator and founder of C and the Moon, Carson Meyer and I discuss the role of a doula and the importance of having an advocate and grounding influence in the delivery room and the interesting parallels between how feeling empowered and supported in our birth experience can lead to confidence and calm in our transition into motherhood.

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35. Rethinking the birth plan: How to create a plan with your OB/GYN that supports resilience and reduces anxiety during and after pregnancy with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

Board-certified OB/GYN Shieva Ghofrany and I discuss ways to reduce anxiety during pregnancy, how to be resilient during labor (and in life) and the importance of establishing a trusting and collaborative relationship with your OB/GYN and the support systems you surround yourself with.

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30. Preparing your mind and body for pregnancy, birth and postpartum with The Bloom Method’s Brooke Cates

The creator of The Bloom Method, Brooke Cates and I discuss ways women can feel empowered and attuned to their body throughout the transformative process of pregnancy, address ways to deal with fear surrounding birth, and offer suggestions for practices like breathing, core and mindfulness exercises to help women throughout pregnancy, labor and postpartum.

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