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Feeling overwhelmed by birth plans, pregnancy anxiety, and all the pressure to get it right? In this episode, doula and childbirth educator Sarah Ludwig shares how to prepare for birth and postpartum with more flexibility, support, and confidence, without spiraling into hyper-control.

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402. Doulas, birth plans, and anxiety: How to feel more confident and less overwhelmed in pregnancy and postpartum with Sarah Ludwig

Pregnant woman sitting with her hands on her head, showing overwhelm and anxiety during pregnancy.

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313. Q&A: Is it possible to wean my strong-willed one-year-old off breastfeeding without damaging our bond?

A baby held closely by a parent, making eye contact. This image illustrates the strong parent-child bond during discussions on weaning a strong-willed one-year-old from breastfeeding.

How you can wean your child while still prioritizing your connection and bond.

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306. C-Sections, birth trauma and the fight for better maternal care with Rachel Somerstein

A mother on surgery table looking at her new born baby.

With 1 in 3 births resulting in a c-section, this is a conversation every birthing person deserves to hear. Tune in for a thought-provoking deep dive into the realities of modern birth and what we can do to reclaim agency in the process.

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282. Beyond the 6-week checkup: A realistic look at postpartum and early parenthood with Dr. Jessica Vernon

Newborn baby being held by his mother.

Do you know the signs of postpartum depression? Many parents (and even medical professionals) often miss diagnosing new mothers with a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Here to help shed light on this important topic is Board-Certified OB/GYN and author of the upcoming book, Then Comes Baby, Dr. Jessica Vernon. In this episode we explore: […]

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