Ask The Doulas

Today we talk about natural deodorant and why it's important, especially to pregnant women and mothers with newborns. Cindy tell us why her deodorant is different!Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds.In this episode, we talk to Amber again about how she dealt with finding out she would need a c-section at 37 weeks, and how her amazing team of midwives and doulas gave her the support she and her husband needed to accept it and have a beautiful birth. We hope you enjoy this amazing story!

Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!This episode we talk to Amber and Ashton (with little Parker chiming up in the background) about how Amber got Ashton on board with hiring a doula when they found out they were having a baby. Learn about the type of support they both received and why they would recommend everyone have the support of a doula team!

Today Ashley, Certified Birth Doula with Gold Coast Doulas, talks about how a doula can support families when having a cesarean birth.

Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!Lisa shares how the support of a postpartum doula helped her through her postpartum anxiety. "It felt like sand running through my fingers."

Today one of our clients talks about her postpartum journey after moving her family across the country, an emergency c-section, 8 days in the NICU, and bringing baby home. Hear how the support of doulas helped her throughout.

This episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!Today we talk to Rebecca of Love Your Birth again, this time about GBS. What's all the fuss about? She dives into the details of the article that came out last year that rocked the encapsulation community.

This episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!Today we talk to Cindy about how to find a babysitter for your wee one that you trust. Let's face it we need a break, but you can't enjoy your time away if you don't trust who is caring for your child.

Rebecca from Love Your Birth joins us again to go over some other methods of preparing a placenta. This is fascinating stuff! Everything from raw smoothies to tinctures. Who knew?Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

In this episode we talk to Rebecca of Love Your Birth. Alyssa Veneklase asks her why anyone would encapsulate. They talk about the different methods, health benefits, and if there are any risks.Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

Today Cindy talks about two recent tragedies that happened to her, the grief she felt, how that affected her as a mother, friend, and business owner and what happened to help her find her fire and passion again.Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

Today we talk about the first Better Body Image Conference to be held in Grand Rapids on March 11, 2018 at the Wealthy Street Theater. There will be several workshops, a showing of the documentary 'The Illusionists', and a panel discussion to follow.

Alyssa talks to a past postpartum client about her struggle with infertility and the journey and struggle to get pregnant with her son.

Today Cindy shares a personal story about trusting your gut as a mother.Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

As a Physician's Assistant by trade, Cindy talks about her past work in the medical field and how she dealt with meddling family members.Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

Tricia, Birth & Postpartum Doula and our Multiples Expert, talks about her twin daughter's 6 week stay in the NICU.

Kristin expands on her birth story from a previous episode to talk about her daughter's time spend in the NICU after birth.

Alyssa Veneklase and Cindy from Cindy talk about tips and tricks to avoid germs this cold and flu season. Added bonus, Cindy's Suds has products that can help! Check out her hand soap and germ guard.Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds!

Ashley Forton, Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and HypnoBirthing Instructor, talks to Alyssa about the Time Magazine article, The Goddess Myth. Why do women have unrealistic expectations about pregnancy and birth, and how do we combat mom-shaming?

Today's episode is sponsored by Cindy's Suds, a 100% natural bath and body line for families. We talk about how she started her company and why she is passionate about all natural products for babies.