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Your Placenta Might be the Postpartum Recovery Tool You Haven't Considered Yet with Samantha Davis Ep 132

Placenta encapsulation is one of those postpartum topics that gets a lot of raised eyebrows — but also a lot of passionate advocates. In this episode, we're getting into the what, the how, and the why behind turning your placenta into capsules, and whether it might be worth considering as part of your postpartum recovery plan. From the nutrients and hormones it contains to how it may support your mood, energy, and healing in those early weeks, this is the conversation that might just change how you think about what your body grew. What You'll Learn: Samantha breaks down exactly what placenta encapsulation is and how the process works from delivery to capsule. She covers the most commonly reported benefits — from mood and energy support to postpartum recovery — and dives into the specific nutrients and hormones in the placenta that may play a role. She also gets honest about who tends to be a great candidate for encapsulation, and when it might not be the right fit. About Our Guest:  Samantha — CEO, NuHealth Placenta Samantha supports new moms through postpartum recovery with education and placenta encapsulation services. She's passionate about helping women feel more like themselves again after birth. Connect with Samantha Davie * Official Website: www.nuhealthplacenta.com * Info@nuhealthplacenta.com * IG: @nuhealth_placentaencapsulation * TikTok: @nuhealth.placenta * (213) 245-1497 placenta encapsulation benefits, what is placenta encapsulation, placenta pills postpartum, placenta encapsulation process, postpartum recovery tips, placenta hormones and nutrients, placenta encapsulation mood support, placenta encapsulation energy, postpartum healing, is placenta encapsulation safe, who should try placenta encapsulation, fourth trimester recovery, placenta encapsulation specialist, NuHealth Placenta www.NewMomTalk.com [https://newmomtalk.com/] Buy Me A Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mamawearsathleisure] IG: @NewMomTalk.Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/] YouTube: @NewMomTalk [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q] Mariela@NewMomTalk.com Interested in being a guest? Shoot us an email! - best parenting podcast - best new mom podcast - best podcasts for new moms - best pregnancy podcast - best podcast for expecting moms - best podcast for moms - best podcast for postpartum - best prenatal podcast - best postnatal podcast - best podcast for postnatal moms - best podcast for pregnancy moms - new mom  - expecting mom - first time mom

The postpartum investment you didn't know you could plan for with Kathryn Keener Ep. 131

Postpartum doula support can be one of the most meaningful investments a family makes — but most people don't think about the cost, logistics, or timing until after the baby is already here. In this episode, we're breaking down everything you need to know to plan ahead: what postpartum doulas actually do (and how they differ from birth doulas), what it realistically costs, and the creative ways families are making it more accessible — from FSA/HSA dollars to baby registry funds to sliding scale packages. Kathryn walks us through the difference between a birth doula and a postpartum doula, what families can realistically expect to spend, and why this support is worth prioritizing in your birth budget — not saving for later. She also shares the creative ways families are making it work financially (think FSA/HSA funds and registry contributions), plus exactly when to start looking and what to ask when you're vetting someone for this role. About Our Guest Kathryn — Owner & Director, One Moon Doula Services Founded in 2013, One Moon is a boutique doula agency matching Southern California families with 30+ vetted postpartum doulas and newborn care specialists. onemoondoula.com Connect with Kathryn Keener * Official website: https://onemoondoula.com/ * IG: @onemoondoula * Youtube: @onemoondoula postpartum doula cost, what is a postpartum doula, postpartum support budget, newborn care specialist, birth doula vs postpartum doula, FSA HSA postpartum doula, postpartum doula registry fund, fourth trimester support, how to hire a postpartum doula, Southern California doula agency, when to book a postpartum doula, postpartum planning pregnancy www.NewMomTalk.com [https://newmomtalk.com/] Buy Me A Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mamawearsathleisure] IG: @NewMomTalk.Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/] YouTube: @NewMomTalk [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q] Mariela@NewMomTalk.com Interested in being a guest? Shoot us an email! - best parenting podcast - best new mom podcast - best podcasts for new moms - best pregnancy podcast - best podcast for expecting moms - best podcast for moms - best podcast for postpartum - best prenatal podcast - best postnatal podcast - best podcast for postnatal moms - best podcast for pregnancy moms - new mom  - expecting mom - first time mom

Bedtime Blueprint: Building Baby & Toddler Sleep Foundations with Meghan Kemna Ep. 130

In this episode pediatric sleep consultant Meghan Kemna (former educator) breaks down the foundations of healthy sleep for babies and toddlers so families can move from exhausted and overwhelmed to confident and well-rested. We cover what a true sleep foundation looks like across the first few years, realistic expectations by age (newborn, 4–6 months, 6–12 months, toddler), and when to seek support. Meghan also explains the key elements of consistent routines—timing, environment, and cues—plus small, practical changes that produce big improvements, how sleep supports development and parental well‑being, and low-stress strategies for families with unpredictable schedules or multiple children. What you’ll learn * Age-by-age sleep expectations and common red flags to watch for * Core components of an effective sleep routine (timing, cues, environment) * Simple tweaks that quickly improve nighttime and nap outcomes * How better sleep supports developmental milestones and parental mental health * Low-effort strategies for chaotic schedules and sibling households About Our Guest Meghan Kemna is a former educator turned pediatric sleep consultant on a mission to help families go from exhausted and overwhelmed to confident, rested, and sleeping through the night. She offers compassionate, evidence-informed guidance tailored to real family life. Connect with Meghan Kemna * mkemna@sleepwiseconsulting.com * IG: @meghan.sleepwise baby sleep foundations, toddler sleep tips, pediatric sleep consultant, infant sleep expectations, sleep routine for babies, newborn sleep guide, naps and nighttime sleep, sleep tips for multiple children, Meghan Kemna, how to improve baby sleep, sleep consultant, sleep training, baby sleep training, newborn sleep www.NewMomTalk.com [https://newmomtalk.com/] Buy Me A Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mamawearsathleisure] IG: @NewMomTalk.Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/] YouTube: @NewMomTalk [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q] Mariela@NewMomTalk.com Interested in being a guest? Shoot us an email! - best parenting podcast - best new mom podcast - best podcasts for new moms - best pregnancy podcast - best podcast for expecting moms - best podcast for moms - best podcast for postpartum - best prenatal podcast - best postnatal podcast - best podcast for postnatal moms - best podcast for pregnancy moms - new mom  - expecting mom - first time mom

Reclaiming Your Body: Empowerment, Energy & Postpartum Recovery with Hennie Ng Ep.129

In this episode Hennie Ng—specialist in resolving chronic pain and postpartum core & pelvic health—shares practical, compassionate strategies to help moms feel empowered, energized, and back in control of their bodies after birth. We unpack what “back in control” really means (shifting mindset from perfection to progress), how hormonal shifts, sleep loss, and healing affect energy, and simple, realistic steps to restore vitality without pressure or comparison. Hennie explains the complementary roles of movement, nourishment, and rest in rebuilding strength and confidence, offers actionable daily habits for physical and emotional support, and gives specific tips for reconnecting with your body even if your birth didn’t go as planned. What you’ll learn * A mindset reframing for postpartum control: progress, boundaries, and self-compassion. * How hormones, sleep deprivation, and recovery drain energy—and practical ways to restore it (small dietary shifts, strategic rest, gentle pacing). * Movement guidelines that protect the pelvic floor and rebuild core strength without overexertion. * Nourishment tips to support healing and steady energy, focused on simplicity and consistency. * Daily habits and rituals (breathwork, micro-movements, realistic scheduling) that promote resilience and emotional wellbeing. * Reconnection practices for mothers whose births were traumatic or unexpected, emphasizing safety and gradual embodiment. About our guest Hennie Ng helps women break free from chronic pain and postpartum core & pelvic health challenges so they can move, flourish, and build resilience. She blends clinical expertise with practical, parent-friendly strategies. Connect with Hennie Ng * Official Website: www.womensphysiocoach.com & www.pelvichealthcoaching.com Listen to the full episode for step-by-step guidance, subscribe for more maternal wellness conversations, and check the episode links for Hennie’s programs and handouts. postpartum recovery, postpartum energy, pelvic floor health, postpartum core, postpartum mindset, postpartum exercise, maternal wellness, Hennie Ng, postpartum nutrition, newborn fatigue, postpartum wellness, postpartum health, pelvic floor recovery www.NewMomTalk.com [https://newmomtalk.com/] Buy Me A Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mamawearsathleisure] IG: @NewMomTalk.Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/] YouTube: @NewMomTalk [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q] Mariela@NewMomTalk.com Interested in being a guest? Shoot us an email! - best parenting podcast - best new mom podcast - best podcasts for new moms - best pregnancy podcast - best podcast for expecting moms - best podcast for moms - best podcast for postpartum - best prenatal podcast - best postnatal podcast - best podcast for postnatal moms - best podcast for pregnancy moms - new mom  - expecting mom - first time mom

Mental Health Birth Planning: Preparing Emotionally for Pregnancy, Labor & Postpartum with Maya McDaniel Bailey, LPC ep. 128

Mental health deserves a seat at the birth planning table. In this episode Maya McDaniel Bailey, MA, NCC, LPC — a perinatal mental health counselor specializing in trauma-informed care and mental health birth planning — explains why emotional preparation is as critical as physical preferences. Maya outlines common mental health considerations to address before labor, how providers can screen and support needs across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and practical proactive steps parents can take to reduce risk for postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Learn how to build a mental-health informed birth plan that includes nervous system regulation strategies, crisis supports, continuity of care, and community resources so families feel safer, supported, and better prepared. Key Takeaways: * Why mental health belongs in birth plans alongside physical preferences * Common prenatal mental health considerations (history of mood/anxiety, trauma, stressors) * Screening and supportive practices clinicians can use during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum * Proactive preparation: grounding, regulation tools, support mapping, relapse plans * Essential resources to include: trusted contacts, crisis hotlines, therapist continuity, peer support, and contingency plans About the Guest Maya McDaniel Bailey, MA, NCC, LPC — licensed professional counselor focused on perinatal mental health, trauma-informed care, and mental health birth planning. Connect with Maya McDaniel * Official Website: www.fromrain2rainbow.com * IG: @maya_rain2rainbow * YouTube: @mayathetherapist * TikTok: @mayathetherapist * Sign up for her workshop Creativity to calm the storm: https://www.motherhood-supported.com/psychoeducation-workshop mental health birth plan, perinatal mental health, postpartum mood disorders prevention, mental health birth planning, trauma-informed birth, nervous system regulation pregnancy, perinatal counseling, postpartum anxiety resources, birth plan mental health checklist, continuity of care postpartum www.NewMomTalk.com [https://newmomtalk.com/] Buy Me A Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mamawearsathleisure] IG: @NewMomTalk.Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/] YouTube: @NewMomTalk [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q] Mariela@NewMomTalk.com Interested in being a guest? Shoot us an email! - best parenting podcast - best new mom podcast - best podcasts for new moms - best pregnancy podcast - best podcast for expecting moms - best podcast for moms - best podcast for postpartum - best prenatal podcast - best postnatal podcast - best podcast for postnatal moms - best podcast for pregnancy moms - new mom  - expecting mom - first time mom