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Your Doula BFF
by Emily Johnson
What do I need to know before giving birth? What should I pack in the hospital bag? Should I have a homebirth? Is an epidural right for me? How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? How can I teach my baby to sleep? These are just a few of the questions veteran doula and childbirth educator, Emily Johnson, discusses on the Your Doula BFF Podcast. After more than 13 years in the birth and parenting industry, Emily is sharing everything she’s learned about trying to conceive, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum topics, and so much more. Every episode is dedicated to leaving the listener with unbiased, tried-and-true guidance and expert recommendations from OBs, midwives, lactation consultants, nurses, physical therapists, just to name a few. Discover why hundreds of families have hired Emily as their doula, and experience what it's like to have a best friend… who happens to be a doula.For more information, other episodes, show notes, and downloads, go to https://www.yourdoulabff.c
Episodes
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Doulas, Nurses, and Midwives, Oh My! The Different Paths to Doula Work and Beyond.
Best friend, if you loved the birth scene in health class, chances are you're a doula. Today I'm joined by Doulas of Cincinnati doula, RN and midwifery student, Rachele Cafazo, as we share a candid conversation about our paths to doula work. While I've been working as a doula for nearly 15 years...
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NICU Awareness Month - Our Story + Some Advice
September is NICU Awareness Month! I'm so thankful that modern medicine is able to protect and care for the most fragile among us in ways that our mothers and grandmothers could have never imagined… but best friends, I would never wish a NICU stay on anyone. In today's episode, I'm sharing: A...
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BFF Guide To Becoming A Doula
Even though I've been out of the training game for over a year now, I still get asked about becoming a doula all the time. Best friends, I can't tell you how many folks I've seen dream of being a doula, finally register for and take a training, even complete the certification process and still...
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When Should I Labor At Home?
I get asked about laboring at home all the time. Today we're discussing why you might want to, and when you absolutely should not. Best friend, I may be biased (y'all know I had two on-purpose home births with my girls, June and Maggie), but going to the hospital in labor is low-key probably the...
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Can We Talk About Medication?
Did you know I am a survivor of severe postpartum depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and post traumatic stress disorder? Best friend, I know what it feels like to feel "off" while pregnant or after baby comes. What I didn't know was how good I would feel after finally choosing to start...
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Everything You Need To Know About Introducing Solids w/JoEllen Noble
Is your baby ready for solids? Depends on who you ask! From friends and family who want to share what worked for them, to a pediatrician who casually notes you can "start with cereal now," and various social media posts from everyone else… it's hard to know when is the right time for your baby....
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No, It's Not Normal To Pee When You Sneeze (and Other Things You Should Know About Your Pelvic Floor) w/ Stacey Hendricks
Turns out, dribbling when you sneeze (or run or jump), uncomfortable sex, and even pelvic organ prolapse are not normal and just par for the course after baby. If your algorithm is anything like mine, you've seen countless TikToks about the "mom squeeze," your mom, your aunts and your…
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Should I Say Yes To Induction?
There are tons of options when it comes to induction of labor. Choosing which method, or to induce at all, is easier with this super easy tool. Best friend, I know how overwhelming late pregnancy can be. You're ready to meet your baby, you're uncomfortable, and your provider is offering a way to...
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How To Get Your Newborn To Sleep... Tonight (plus my favorite products for a good night's rest)
ABCs are supposed to be easy, right? This whole sleeping babies Alone, on their Back, in their Crib sounds great in theory, but how in the heck does one get a newborn to actually do it? Well, best friend, I'm here to tell you! I know they seem intimidating, but newborns are just tiny little…
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How to Write a Birth Plan and Three Reasons Why You Want One
If you've been pregnant in the last decade, you've heard about birth plans. And if you're pregnant right now… I'm willing to bet you're not all that excited about the prospect of drafting one. Friends, I'm here to tell y'all…birth plans have been seriously misunderstood. From the nurse I once met...
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What do I need to know before giving birth? What should I pack in the hospital bag? Should I have a homebirth? Is an epidural right for me? How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? How can I teach my baby to sleep? These are just a few of the questions veteran doula and childbirth…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
What do I need to know before giving birth? What should I pack in the hospital bag? Should I have a homebirth? Is an epidural right for me? How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? How can I teach my baby to sleep? These are just a few of the questions veteran doula and childbirth educator, Emily Johnson, discusses on the Your Doula BFF Podcast. After more than 13 years in the birth and parenting industry, Emily is sharing everything she’s learned about trying to conceive, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum topics, and so much more. Every episode is dedicated to leaving the listener with unbiased, tried-and-true guidance and expert recommendations from OBs, midwives, lactation consultants, nurses, physical therapists, just to name a few. Discover why hundreds of families have hired Emily as their doula, and experience what it's like to have a best friend… who happens to be a doula.For more information, other episodes, show notes, and downloads, go to https://www.yourdoulabff.c
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What do I need to know before giving birth? What should I pack in the hospital bag? Should I have a homebirth? Is an epidural right for me? How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? How can I teach my baby to sleep? These are just a few of the questions veteran doula and childbirth educator,...
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