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What The Mom!?
by What The Mom Podcast
Motherhood can be isolating and hard. We are two doulas that want to provide a safe place to talk about all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life!
Episodes
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Parenting in the Digital Age S2.Ep.3
Our kids are growing up in a world where screens, social media, and the internet are part of everyday life—but how do we help them navigate it in a healthy way? In this episode of What the Mom!?, Doulas Petra & Jacqueline talk about the realities of parenting in the digital age. We discuss screen...
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Precipitous Birth: When Baby Comes Fast- S2.Ep2
What happens when labor moves so quickly that there's barely time to process what's happening—let alone make it to the hospital? In this episode of What the Mom!?, doulas Petra and Jacqueline explore the reality of precipitous birth, a labor and delivery that lasts less than three hours from…
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How a Doula Supports the Client- S2.Ep1
How can a Doula support you? What exactly can or will they do? Join us as we tackle these questions in today's episode. We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real...
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Baby Led Weaning- S.1.Ep.43
Join us as we chat all about Baby Led Weaning today!We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life.
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Balancing Parenthood and Work- S1.Ep.42
Are you struggling with figuring out how to balance being a mom and working? Whether you work outside the home, at home, full time, or part time... this is the podcast for you! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to...
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How to Deal With Sleep Deprivation- S.1. Ep.41
How can a mom with a newborn survive when the baby wakes up multiple times a night, is very fussy and needy, won't settle on their own, or has wonky sleep hours? What is a mom to do? Is this normal? How can you do to make it better? Find out in today's episode of "What the Mom!?" We are two…
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Viktor's Birth Story- S1.Ep.40
In today's episode Petra shares her birth story of her 5th child, baby Viktor. Jacqueline shares a bit of her experience being a Doula at Petra's birth. This is a must-listen-to episode that you will not want to miss! We are back after a couple of months break due to Doula Petra giving birth to…
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What to Expect the First Postpartum Doula Meeting- S1.Ep.39
Are you thinking about hiring a Postpartum Doula but don't know what to expect? What will be covered in your first meeting? What questions do you need to ask the Doula? Find out answers to these questions and more in today's episode! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a…
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What to Expect the First Birth Doula Meeting- S1.Ep.38
Are you thinking about hiring a Birth Doula but don't know what to expect? What will be covered in your first meeting? What questions do you need to ask the Doula? Find out answers to these questions and more in today's episode! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe...
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Postpartum Prep After Baby- S1.Ep.37
How can I prepare for life after having a baby? What do I need to get? What do I need to remember? Today we are talking about the answers the these questions when it comes to postpartum prep after having a baby! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all…
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All About Pregnancy Fatigue- S1.Ep.36
Pregnancy Fatigue is a real thing. Most women find themselves experiencing this fatigue during pregnancy at some point. In this episode we talk all about it! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to...
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Hypnobirthing 101- S1.Ep.35
What is Hypnobirthing? Can I use it during labour and birth? How can it help me during an unmedicated or medicated birth? What does it look like to use it? What resources can I use to help me learn hypnobirthing? Find the answer to all of these questions and more in our podcast episode...
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All About Pregnancy Nesting- S1.Ep.34
What is nesting in pregnancy? Do humans do it? When does it happen? What does it mean? Join us in today's episode as we answer these questions and more! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to…
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How to Prepare For a Positive Birth Environment- S1.Ep.33
How can you create a supportive birth environment ahead of time? In today's episode we share some tips on ways to do this! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real...
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Benefits of Breastfeeding During the Golden Hour- S1.Ep.32
Mothers are told that if they want to successfully breastfeed their babies after birth, it is very important to get a good latch from baby right away after birth. It is often called the "golden hour". Join us in today's episode as we speak about the benefits of breastfeeding during that golden...
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What to Expect With a Newborn the First Week- S1.Ep.31
The first week home with a newborn can be a bit scary. What can you expect? Find out in this podcast episode! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations...
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How to Prevent Vaginal Tearing During Birth- S1.Ep.31
A common fear of birth for many women is vaginal tearing. How can you prevent it? Stay tuned to find out our top tips on how to avoid tearing during birth! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to...
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[8 Ways to] Have a Positive Birth Experience- S1.Ep.29
Do you want to have a positive birth experience? Whether that be in a hospital, birth centre or at home... it is possible! In this podcast we give our top 8 tips on how to have a positive birth experience! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom....
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Babywearing 101- S1.Ep.28
What is babywearing? How can I do it? Why would I do it? Join us in today's podcast episode to learn a crash course on babywearing and answer these questions! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to...
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Tips for Birth Partners During Labour- S1.Ep.27
Are you a birth partner and trying to figure out how you can support a birthing woman? Are you wondering what in the world you can do to help support a woman in labour? If so, look no further. In this episode we share all about the many ways labour and birth support can be offered! We are two...
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Labour Induction 101- S1.Ep.26
Do you need help navigating the ins and outs of induction for labour and birth? When is it needed? What does it look like? Are there natural ways to induce labour? Only medical? Do I need to do more than one? Join us as we chat about labour induction in this quick half hour "labour induction 101"...
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Baby Milestones- S1.Ep.25
Ever wonder what is considered "normal" development for your baby in the first year? When should they be rolling over? When should they be walking? Or smiling? Join us in today's podcast as we talk about milestones in the first year of baby's life! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want…
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Top 10 Things We Love About Motherhood- S1.Ep.24
In honour of Valentines Day that just passed this week, we decided to record an episode about LOVE! Listen to find out our top 10 list of things we love about Motherhood! Motherhood can be exhausting and crazy, but it is something that we believe is truly a blessing! It is beautiful and there are...
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Baby Positions in Labour- S1.Ep.23
Baby's position in the womb at the end of pregnancy matters. This determines the type of labour that you can have. Listen to this podcast episode to learn about the different positions and what they mean! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom....
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Help! Where's the Mom Manual!?- S1.Ep.22
Are you expecting a baby? Are you worried that you won't know what to do? Are you wondering where the "mom manual" is for parenting? Parenting a newborn can be overwhelming to some people. It can seem like it is impossible to know what to do. Is there a "mom manual" to help navigate the many...
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Top Tips for Delayed Cord Clamping- S1.Ep.21
What is delayed cord clamping? Is it beneficial? Is it risky? In today's episode we are talking about the answers to these questions and more! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us...
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5 First Time Mom Mistakes to Avoid- S1.Ep.20
Today's episode is about our top 5 list of first time mom mistakes to avoid! Things that first time moms do way to often but shouldn't. Knowledge is key, so we are here to share which mistakes you can avoid. We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things…
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Self-Care for Moms- S1.Ep.19
In today's episode we are talking about self-care for moms! You cannot pour from an empty cup, so it is important to ensure you do not get burnt out yourself. We share some advice on how you can do some self-care for yourself. We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe…
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Top 10 Do's & Don'ts of Pregnancy- S1.Ep.18
In today's episode we are talking about our top 10 do's and don'ts of pregnancy! This is something that many women ask about. There is a top 10 for Do's and a top 10 for Don'ts! We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth…
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How to Overcome Fear & Anxiety During Labour- S1.Ep.17
Fears and anxieties can make labour much more difficult. In this episode we share 6 steps on how you can overcome your fears & anxieties during labour. (or even better, before!!). We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth,...
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Positions for Labour- S1.Ep.16
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about different positions for labour! There are so many different…
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Postpartum Recovery- S1.Ep.8
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about postpartum recovery! For anybody who is expecting a baby, we share...
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Optimal Nutrition 4 Pregnancy & Postpartum- S1.Ep.5
Join us, Doulas Petra & Jacqueline, as we talk about optimal nutrition in pregnancy & postpartum. Today's episode includes a special guest. She is a mom of 2, and a certified holistic nutritional consultant who graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2014. She helps women...
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The 3 Stages of Birth- S1.Ep.3
Join Doulas Petra and Jacqueline as we talk about the 3 stages of birth and what to expect in each stage! Make sure to like and subscribe as well to stay updated on new podcast releases! STAGES OF BIRTH: 1) EARLY & ACTIVE LABOUR 2) BIRTH OF THE BABY 3) BIRTH OF THE PLACENTA
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All About Doulas- S1.Ep.15
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking all about Doulas! We explain what a Birth and Postpartum Doula can do for...
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How to Make a Birth Plan- S1.Ep.14
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about how to make a birth plan! We explain what a birth plan is, and…
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What to Expect: Trimester 4- S1.Ep.13
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are doing our fourth part of our 4 part "What to Expect" series! This one is all about...
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What to Expect: Trimester 3- S1.Ep.12
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are doing our third part of our 3 part "What to Expect" series! This one is all about...
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What to Expect: Trimester 2- S1.Ep.11
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about What to Expect in the Second Trimester! From the growing belly, to...
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What to Expect: Trimester 1- S1.Ep.10
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about What to Expect in the First Trimester! From those first pregnancy...
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Preparing Older Siblings for the New Baby- S1.Ep.9
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about preparing older siblings for the new baby! For anybody who is...
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Breastfeeding 101- S1.Ep.7
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. Today we are talking about breastfeeding! For anybody who is a first time mom, or a first time...
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[How to] Prepare for a Homebirth- S1.Ep.6
We are two Doulas, Petra & Jacqueline, who want to provide a safe place for all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life. In today's episode we chat about How to Prepare for a Homebirth. Having personal experience…
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Top 10 Tips for a Natural Birth- S1.Ep.4
Join Doulas Petra and Jacqueline as we talk about our Top 10 Tips for a Natural Birth! Learn some ways to help you prepare for the natural birth that you envision. Make sure to like and subscribe as well to stay updated on new podcast releases! Top 10 Tips: 1) CHOOSE YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER 2)...
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How We Met- S1.Ep.1
Join us and learn about how we first met and how the podcast was first birthed! Season 1//Episode 1
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Our Birth Stories- S1.Ep.2
Join us as we share about our birth stories in this video podcast. This weeks episode we are sharing our personal birth experiences between our 7 kids! Birth is beautiful in all ways and we think it is important for moms to share our stories with one another. Share your birth story with us in the...
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What the Mom
Motherhood can be isolating and hard. We are two doulas that want to provide a safe place to talk about all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life!
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Motherhood can be isolating and hard. We are two doulas that want to provide a safe place to talk about all things mom. From pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum, to parenting. Join us as we have real conversations about real life!
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