All Episodes - Birth and Stuff
Birth and Stuff is a podcast for people to come together to share their experiences with pregnancy, labor, recovery, and other random stuff as well! If you find yourself fascinated by your pregnant friends’ weird food cravings and all of the strange new experiences they go through during pregnancy and beyond then this is the podcast for you! Every pregnancy and labor experience is unique and can be full of surprises, twists, and turns. In each episode, I will speak with someone with their own story to tell.
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Episode 23 - Carly Wertheim, MS talks Birth and Nourishment
Birth and Stuff is back with a special guest to discuss the importance of food as a form of medicine. Carly Wertheim, MS is a holistic nutritionist centering nourishment for the childbearing continuum. She works with people preparing their bodies for conception, during pregnancy, and in their postpartum period, using food, herbs, and everyday rituals to support this tremendous lifecycle moment. Using a model of partnership and trusting in the body’s innate ability to find balance, Carly helps her clients build the knowledge and skills to support life-long nourishment practices, confidence in the kitchen, and a deep connection to the body’s inner knowing. Carly holds a Masters of Science in Nutrition from Columbia University and attended the Natural Gourmet Institute’s Chef Training Program. You can learn more about her work and get in touch at www.monarchandmilkweed.com. You can follow Carly on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/monarch.and.milkweed.pregnancy/ Free gift!!!: www.monarchandmilkweed.com/recipes enter password: iamnourished You can follow Birth and Stuff on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/birthandstuffpod/
Episode 22 - Maternal Mental Health Month
Birth and Stuff is back to discuss my favorite topic - mental health! Maternal mental health at that! In this quick but informative episode I share a glimpse into my postpartum struggles, and provide information and resources for maternal mental health help. If you have any suggestions of your favorite resources please send me an email at birthandstuff@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @birthandstuffpod
Episode 21 - Happy Mother's Day! Part 2 of my Mom's Story
Happy Mother's Day! Birth and Stuff is back with the second part of my mom's birth stories. Listen to this warrior share her experience with postpartum depression, pregnancy prevention, and how she focused on her education and allowed herself the opportunities to pursue her career ambitions here in America. I am so proud to call this woman my mom, she has set an amazing example of what it is to be a strong, confident mother.
Episode 20 - Happy Birthday, Mom!
Happy Mother's Day to you wonderful listeners! Thank you for keeping up with the podcast. This week's episode is part 1 of 2 featuring my very own mother. We discuss what it was like growing up as the eldest of 12 siblings, working in a labor and delivery unit as a young teen, migrating to America while pregnant, and more in this emotional episode. If you enjoy the podcast please rate/review/subscribe and show your support by following Birth and Stuff on instagram @birthandstuffpod
Episode 19 - (TW) Sarah's Rainbow Baby Story
In this episode, I chat with my friend, Sarah, about wedding planning, pregnancy, and loss. As Sarah and I discuss I find a few parallels in our feelings towards our labor experience and shed a few tears throughout the episode as Sarah courageously powers through in sharing her story with the Birth and Stuff listeners. The best way to connect with me is via Instagram (@birthandstuffpod) or by visiting www.birthandstuff.com
Episode 18 - Bearded Brian from Dynasty of Dads
In this episode, I interview fellow parenting podcast host, (@bearded_Brian on Tik Tok & Instagram) Brian Apfel. We discuss how an innocent video of his daughter mispronouncing "fox" found him a following on Tik Tok, as well as what inspired him to create the Dynasty of Dads podcast. I ask Brian to share his experience through his wife's pregnancy and labor, and he even gives some pro tips! You can support Birth and Stuff by subscribing and reviewing the podcast!
Episode 17 - Postpartum Preeclampsia
In this episode, we discuss Katie's experience with pregnancy and labor, as well as her experience with postpartum preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is a serious and sometimes fatal complication during pregnancy, and to experience it postpartum is just as terrifying. I learned a lot during my discussion with Katie and hope to share more knowledge and experiences of moms who have experienced preeclampsia in future episodes.
Episode 16 - GD, PPD, PPA, LMNOP (JK)
In this episode, I speak with Kat Alvarez about her two pregnancy experiences, as well as what it's like for her currently being pregnant amidst an ongoing pandemic. Kat has experienced everything from Gestational Diabetes (GD), Postpartum Depression (PPD), and Postpartum Anxiety (PPA); we talk about all of that and more in this episode. Follow Birth & Stuff on Instagram @birthandstuffpod
Episode 15 - Myra Flynn's Birth Story
In this episode I continue my conversation with Myra Flynn as she recaps her birth experience. Myra recounts feeling defeated when having to get an epidural and how the loss of sensation in her legs lead her to question how she would know when it was time. "You'll know when you know" was what she was told. You can follow Myra at @babymamamyra and @birthandstuffpod on Instagram
Episode 14 - "How often do we mistake our power for trauma?" feat. Myra Flynn (Part 1)
This week's episode features Myra Flynn (@babymamamyra on IG). We discuss racial disparities in pregnancy and labor and how race plays an unfortunate factor in our health care system. The conversation I had with Myra was very enlightening and eye-opening for me, which is why I had to save the rest of her birth story for its own special episode that will debut later this week.
Episode 13 - Hope for the Best, Expect the Worst!(?!)
What do you do if you are told you may never have the ability to carry a pregnancy to full term or could possibly die in the process? My guest in this episode, Alisha, lived that reality. Hear how Alisha assembled a rockstar team for her pregnancy and labor experience, and then why she was instead rushed to another hospital where she would eventually stay for weeks. _________ You can follow me on Instagram @BirthandStuffPod or email me hello@birthandstuff.com
Episode 12 - Go With the Flow
Samantha Fang joins Birth & Stuff to talk about her recent pregnancy and labor experience. Listen to hear the news Samantha and her husband got just immediately after finding out she was pregnant, and how Samantha decided to look on the bright side and not have a deficit mindset regarding this and other hiccups along her pregnancy. Samantha also discusses food aversion, pregnancy induced rosacea, and the necessity of communicating with your partner in preparation for labor.
Episode 11 - Mental Wellness Month
Did you know that January is Mental Wellness Month? It is! Listen to hear Lacey Doyle (Episode 5, Unbroken Mama) and I have a candid conversation about mental illness, therapy, and just life in general through our experiences as parents. What are some things you wish were talked about more in relation to mental wellness and pregnancy/parenthood? E-mail me your thoughts at hello@birthandstuff.com or on Instagram @birthandstuffpod
Episode 10 - First Pregnancy During a Pandemic
In this episode I speak to the friend who sparked the idea in my mind to start this podcast! I chat with my friend (and sorority sister) Anna, about her experience learning she was pregnant right at the beginning of the pandemic, learning her OBGYN was also due around the same time as her, and not getting that Golden Hour a lot of us mamas strive for. You can share your story on the podcast by e-mailing hello@birthandstuff.com and follow @birthandstuffpod on Instagram for more content!
Episode 9 - Bye 2020!
Happy New Year! 2020 is finally over and we head into 2021 still amidst a global pandemic, but I share some of my optimism from the beginning of the year, and my hopes for the next. I also answer listener questions and touch on some topics you want to hear more of. Please e-mail hello@birthandstuff.com if you have suggestions of what you'd like to hear more about and check out birthandstuff.com/schedule if you're interested in being a guest on the show!
Episode 8 - It's My Uterus, Not Yours...
Episode 8 is very special to me as I had the opportunity to catch up with my Big Sis, Elsa Mata-Powell, about life, birth control, advocating for women everywhere, and just some great laughs. Listen to find out what Elsa and I think of IUD's and the pact we made almost exactly a year ago!
Episode 7 - Dude, I Know My Body
In episode 7 of Birth and Stuff I talk to one of my best friends, Theresa Favello (@itstheresabridget // www.theresabridget.com) about her pregnancy and birth experiences, moving from Southern California to Colorado, and bringing home a baby during a pandemic. You can follow Birth and Stuff on Instagram (@BirthAndStuffPod) or check out the website for everything www.birthandstuff.com
Episode 6 - (TW) Tearing, Fistulas, and All That "Fun" Stuff
On episode 6 of Birth and Stuff I speak with my sorority sister, Stephanie, about her experiences giving birth and healing from her first labor. Stephanie experienced something that is more common than we know in the United States, and we get into that and more on this episode! You can follow Birth and Stuff on instagram @BirthandStuffPod! Submit your stories on the website at www.birthandstuff.com
Episode 5 - Mental Wellness During Pregnancy feat. Lacey Doyle
In this episode I speak with Lacey Doyle (@Unbroken.Mama on Instagram or UnbrokenMama.com) about how we have both created a platform to share our experiences and hear from others about their own. Lacey and I speak about the many similarities we've experienced in our pregnancies like our mental health, healing through our words, being pregnant at the same time, and more!
Episode 4 - PCOS and Failed Epidurals
In this episode I speak with my Lil Sis Cindy about her experience with becoming pregnant, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), failed epidurals, and more! For the more sensitive listener, please be advised we discuss sex and subject matter that is not kid-friendly. You can follow me on Instagram @BirthandStuffPod or check out my website www.birthandstuff.com
Episode 3 - Why did I start Birth and Stuff?
In this short episode, I elaborate a bit more on why I even started this podcast! I explain a little more about myself and give you a better understanding of some of my anxiety around becoming pregnant. Still have questions? E-mail me at BirthAndStuff@gmail.com or follow @birthandstuffpod on Instagram.
Episode 2 - Carina & Mario Part 2
In this episode Mario and discuss the night I unexpectedly went into labor and how that went. We apologize for the cliffhanger, but we were emotionally spent when recording this episode, so we'll publish the continuation of the story soon...Thanks for listening!
Episode 1 - Mario & Carina Part 1
Join us for the first episode of Birth and Stuff where my husband Mario and I will share a little bit of our history together. We'll tell you about how we met, what inspired us to get pregnant, and getting married to top it off! I hope you enjoy these first episodes of Birth and Stuff! Do you mind telling your mom friends? Visit my website www.birthandstuff.com where you can find links to all of my social profiles and submit your own story to be shared on the show!
November 2nd Trailer
Sneak peek for Episode 1! Carina and Mario recall what November 2nd was like two years ago today.
Birth and Stuff Trailer
Birth & Stuff is a podcast for women to come together to share their experiences with pregnancy, labor, recovery, and other random stuff as well! If you find yourself fascinated by your pregnant friends’ weird food cravings and all of the strange new experiences they go through during pregnancy and beyond then this is the podcast for you! Every pregnancy and labor experience is unique and can be full of surprises, twists, and turns. In each episode, I will speak with someone with their own story to tel