Liberating Motherhood

Nurturing Developmental Milestones and Gross Motor Skills in Babies and Children with Dr. Amie Dougherty, DPT

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2313291/open_sms] Did you know that babies are born with incredible amounts of tension and they need our help to relax, release and feel comfortable?  If left untouched, this imbalance can interfere with essential skills like rolling, crawling, walking, balance, hand/eye coordination, attention span and more? This can even affect their life experience as adults.    Dr. Amie Dougherty, PT, DPT with Milestones at Play is an in home physical therapist who shares fascinating information about building a solid foundation for nervous system and gross motor development for babies and children ages 0-18. Discover early warning signs and gain tips to set your child up for a lifetime of health in their body.     Here’s what we cover: * 2 key signs that your baby needs nervous system support or physical therapy * Neuroplasticity; rewiring the brain to heal trauma or injury and the importance of early intervention * Fostering symmetry between the right and left sides of the body and what happens when there is asymmetrical development * Why do some babies skip crawling and is this a problem? * What can cause Torticollis and plagiocephaly? * Why is tummy time important and tips for baby’s enjoyment and strength building  * How much time is too much time in a container and why? (Think swings, bouncers, car seats, jumpers)   * When is toe walking a problem and what can cause this? If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, and leave a 5-star review!   Connect With Dr. Amie Website [https://milestonesatplay.com/] Insta [https://www.instagram.com/milestonesatplay/] Blog: 8 Proactive Developmental Checkpoints for Your [https://milestonesatplay.com/blog/8-proactive-development-checkpoints-for-your-baby] Baby  Babinski Reflex [https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003294.htm#:~:text=The%20Babinski%20reflex%20occurs%20after,as%20the%20child%20gets%20older.]  (aka plantar reflex)     Find me on insta:  I love hearing from you! @liberatingmotherhood [https://www.instagram.com/liberatingmotherhood/]   Don’t walk into your birth blind!  Ask these important questions first… Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download [https://leahlahue.ck.page/2fbe04a7f5]

My Struggle With Post Partum OCD and Intrusive Thoughts

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2313291/open_sms] Have you ever had an intrusive thought that you just couldn’t shake?  I have.  It was the scariest time of my life and not even my closest friends have heard this story.    If you are struggling with mental health as a mom, you are not alone.  There is an epidemic of mental health disorders in the US and they are contributing significantly to our increasing maternal death rate which is much higher than our peers.  Nearly 1 in 4 maternal deaths in the US are related to mental health. That’s almost double the rate of maternal death from postpartum hemorrhage, the second leading cause of pregnancy-related death. Please don’t wait to seek help like I did.   This episode Includes nutrition tips for preventing anxiety (13:41) and a daily exercise to stop the cycle of intrusive thoughts. (21:59).     Resources:  ·      Post Partum Support International [https://www.postpartum.net/]  ·      PSI Hotline 1-800-944-4773 ·      CNN Article [https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/health/maternal-mental-health-mortality?cid=ios_app] “Maternal Mental Health Conditions Drive Climbing Death Rate In US” ·      JAMA Study [https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/health/maternal-mental-health-mortality?cid=ios_app] ·      The Basics Of Post Partum OCD [https://www.postpartumdepression.org/postpartum-depression/types/ocd/#:~:text=What%20is%20Postpartum%20OCD%3F,can%20severely%20disrupt%20daily%20life.]   Reach out on Instagram to share your story.  I love hearing from you! @liberatingmotherhood [https://www.instagram.com/liberatingmotherhood/]   Don’t walk into your birth blind!  Ask these important questions first… Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download [https://leahlahue.ck.page/2fbe04a7f5]

The Spiritual Initiation of Pregnancy and Birth with CPM Jana Johnston

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2313291/open_sms] Birth and motherhood should NOT be a root of fear, doubt, nor trauma yet these experiences are often the norm in our culture. In this chat with Jana Johnston, CPM and founder of Global Education of the Midwife, we shed light on the process of reworking our identities as Mother.  And guess what?  It’s an ongoing process that lasts the rest of our lives. ·      3 purposeful prayers that lead Jana into Midwifery and why she chose midwifery over obstetrics ·      How a friend’s 27-week Preeclamptic seizure showed her that the in the wealthiest country in the world, women are not being educated or cared for. ·      The most important quality to look for in a care provider ·      The biggest challenge we face with hospital birth ·      How birth can cause an Identity Crisis, and how to hold space for women ·      Why we are so emotional during pregnancy-  Yes, hormones, but why spiritually? ·      Emotional processing activities to help with big shifts in who we are ·      Negative self talk and getting out of your head ·      The importance of being present with and feeling pain emotionally and physically  Find Jana https://gemmidwife.com/ [https://gemmidwife.com/] https://labendicionkc.com/ [https://labendicionkc.com/] @gemmidwife [https://www.instagram.com/gemmidwife/]  Follow Us! @liberatingmotherhood [https://www.instagram.com/liberatingmotherhood/]  Don't Walk Into Your Birth Blind! Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download [https://leahlahue.ck.page/2fbe04a7f5]

Quick Tip: When Should I Leave My House in Labor?

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2313291/open_sms] Timing your arrival to the hospital or birth center is an art and a science!  After attending 50+ births, these are some of my favorite techniques for assessing when it's time to load up and head in.  This information is for a medically normal pregnancy without complications.  If you ever experience decreased fetal movement or have concerns about your own or your baby’s health, please remember to contact your care provider as soon as possible!  *This is not medical advice and this information is designed to supplement childbirth education classes. Includes: -The signigicant differences between early and active labor -The changes in mood to look for -How to use the data from a contraction timer -What does active labor sound like Contraction Timer: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/contraction-timer-counter-9m/id877303791 [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/contraction-timer-counter-9m/id877303791] Reach out on Instagram! @liberatingmotherhood [https://www.instagram.com/liberatingmotherhood/]  Don’t walk into your birth blind!  Ask these important questions first… Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download [https://leahlahue.ck.page/2fbe04a7f5]

Unmedicated Hospital Birth Story With Jenice and Robert Houston

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2313291/open_sms] What does one do when labor stalls and you are being pressed for an unnecessary epidural/ c-section? Jenice and Robert Houston share their birth story including, how they prepared to stay safe in the country where black women die 3 times more often than their white counterparts.  In this episode we cover: -How to approach birth and the importance of education -Natural tips to strengthen the body’s ability to birth -How and why she changed care providers in the 2nd trimester -How faith and trust in Jesus and in the body carried her through labor -How to handle a nurse or resident is pushing/ rushing your body’s natural process -How to be a good partner during both pregnancy and birth -How we progressed from 7cm to 10cm in an hour (after being 7 for 10 hours) Spinning Babies Walchers Technique [https://www.spinningbabies.com/pregnancy-birth/techniques/other-techniques/walchers-open-the-brim/] accomplishing “the impossible”  Instagram: @cherishjbnew [https://www.instagram.com/_cherishjbnew/] @iamrobhollywood [https://www.instagram.com/iamrobhollywood/] @liberatingmotherhood [https://www.instagram.com/liberatingmotherhood/] @northdallasdoulas [https://www.instagram.com/northdallasdoulas/]  Free Download: Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download [https://leahlahue.ck.page/2fbe04a7f5]