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Birthing Conversations
by Sparks With Esther Kenigsberg
Welcome to the Birthing Conversations podcast where we have open conversations about the diverse range of challenges that women can experience during pregnancy and birth.
Episodes
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S2 Ep 07: Malky Shoob – Embracing Self Intimacy and Vulnerability
In this reflective episode, we welcome back Malky Shoob to explore the delicate yet powerful theme of self-intimacy. As a mother, entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s health, Malky provides insightful perspectives on nurturing our relationship with ourselves. About the Guest: Malky Shoob, Malky...
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S2 Ep 06: Malky Shoob – A Journey from Arranged Marriage to Empowerment
In this episode, we delve into the personal and transformative journey of Malky Shoob. From her experience in an arranged marriage to becoming a fervent advocate for personal choice in marriage, Malky's story intertwines with themes of mental health, perinatal health, and self-empowerment. About...
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S2 Ep 05: Yasmin Sofian: Laughter and Self-Care
Pregnancy and motherhood often brings with it an array of new mental and physical challenges. In this episode, we invite listeners to explore the concept of nurturing a secure and playful relationship with oneself through our conversation with Yasmin Sofian, a laughter yoga teacher and a mental...
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S2 Ep 01: Dr. Elissa Hellman: Navigating Hormonal Fluctuations
In this episode we delve into a vital aspect of the birthing process - hormonal changes with Dr. Elissa Hellman, obstetrician, gynecologist, abd physician at The Confident Kallah, a telemedicine gynecology practice focused on the health needs of Jewish women. We explore why hormonal fluctuations...
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S2 Ep 02: Rus Devorah Wallen: Meditation and Self-Regulation for Pregnancy
In this episode, we delve into the world of emotional well-being with Rus Devorah Wallen, founder of Toratherapeutics®. Discover how integrating short yet impactful meditation practices, like the transformative "four gratitudes," can shape emotional resilience and mental clarity. While the modern...
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S2 Ep 03: Chumie Friedman: Pregnancy Loss & Infertility
In this episode, we delve into the oft-unspoken complexities of pregnancy and birth with Chumie Friedman, Director of HUG at ATIME, shedding light on the experiences of women navigating through infertility and perinatal loss. ABOUT THE GUEST: Chumi Friedman is the Director of HUG, a program of...
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S2 Ep 04: A Soon-to-be Dad: The Realities of PPD
In this episode, we're joined by an expectant father to have an open conversation about the often-unspoken complexities of postpartum disorders (PPD). Together, we'll confront the full scope of PPD—from its subtle beginnings to its most acute manifestations—and unpack how it affects both mothers...
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S1 Ep 012: Parenting Through Respect: Blimie Heller
In this episode we sit down with Blimie Heller, a renowned parenting expert, to discuss the significance of building a strong relationship with your child instead of creating a power dynamic. Drawing on her own experiences as a child and mother, Blimie will share how she overcame conflicting...
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S1 Ep 011: Chani Rosengarten: An Empowered Woman
In this week's episode, we delve into a captivating conversation with Chani Rosengarten, exploring the significance of self-love and empowerment for women. We discuss how women can create the life they desire without losing their sense of self amidst the multiple roles they play as mothers,...
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S1 Ep 010: Sparks From Within
In this week’s episode Libby Kenigsberg, daughter of Sparks founder Esther Kenigsberg, sits down with her mother to discuss the frequently asked questions that her mother gets, the motivations behind her work, and the insights she has gained from her experiences helping women navigate this...
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S1 Ep 009: Amanda Weisz : A Personal Journey
Perinatal health challenges have a sweeping effect on women across the societal spectrum, every situation is a specific depiction of the challenges brought up when faced with it. In this week's episode, we speak to Amanda Weisz who has gone through some of these challenges and has found the…
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S1 Ep 008: Self Care
There are various methods of healing and every woman is on their own journey to find what works for them. One prominent aspect of healing that is so powerful yet often overlooked is holistic general self-care. In this episode, we sit down with Suri Wolhendler, a certified health coach, and…
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S1 Ep 007: The Husband’s Challenge
Most people think that perinatal health issues are solely a challenge affecting women. This is far from the truth. In this week’s episode, we discuss the very real challenges that the perinatal period can have on husbands. These can include struggling because of the new responsibilities, such as...
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S1 Ep 006: Rivky Friedman: A Personal Journey
In this week's episode, we speak to Rivky Friedman, a woman who has personally experienced PPD. She discusses her personal struggle with bonding, guilt, and postpartum depression and how she found methods and modalities to heal as well as how she forwards the lessons she learned to others. ABOUT...
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S1 Ep 005: Trauma
In this week’s episode, we share anecdotal experiences about the diverse forms and unique challenges perinatal health takes in people’s lives. Esther Kenigsberg and Devorah Kozlik discuss the red flags that a mom should watch out for after birth. They also dive deep into the trauma that can…
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S1 Ep 004: The Balancing Act
In this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of trust between a clinician and patient, particularly for young mothers. We also explore the need for a woman to have the proper support after birth as well as the fact that our current culture may not encourage the most supportive path toward...
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S1 Ep 003: The Necessity of Education
Esther Kenigsberg and Yisroel Isaacs LCSW discuss how the lack of widespread education regarding perinatal issues, even amongst the very people that are supposed to help those struggling, prevents people from getting the proper help and healing needed to recover. About the Guest: Yisrael Isaacs…
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S1 Ep 002: Shifting Dynamics
Esther Kenigsberg and Yehudis Karbal LCPC, speak about the dramatic changes in a woman's life that occur after giving birth. They discuss how these changes affect women's mental health, and most of all, how the biggest problem for women is the very thinking that feeling the way they are feeling…
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S1 Ep 001: Why Birthing Conversations
While the problems presented by perinatal mental health are widespread and diverse, they are still stigmatized; the conversation around them lies in the shadows. In this week's episode, we sit down with Zissy Rosenberg, a case manager at Sparks to explain the need for the Birthing Conversations...
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Intro To Birthing Conversations
Welcome to Birthing Conversations! Birthing Conversations is a podcast by Sparks, an organization helping women who are struggling with PPD For more information about sparks visit: https://www.sparkscenter.org/ Follow Sparks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkswomen/ This podcast is...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Birthing Conversations have?
Birthing Conversations currently has 20 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Birthing Conversations about?
Welcome to the Birthing Conversations podcast where we have open conversations about the diverse range of challenges that women can experience during pregnancy and birth.
How often does Birthing Conversations release new episodes?
Birthing Conversations has 20 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Birthing Conversations?
You can listen to Birthing Conversations on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Birthing Conversations?
Birthing Conversations is created and hosted by Sparks With Esther Kenigsberg.
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