12: Free Friday Talk: Doulas Without Babies

12: Free Friday Talk: Doulas Without Babies

Author: HeHe Stewart March 30, 2018 Duration: 11:50
In this episode of Friday Free Talk, I dive into the stigma that in order to be a good doula, you must have children yourself. "Do you have children?" is a questions that is often asked in the birth world and there can definitely be some judgment attached. I get down to the nitty gritty and pretty raw about what makes a good doula, how to put together your birth team, and why you should be selfish during pregnancy! I even dive into the social construct of how gender plays a role among the birth community. Let's dig into a double standard that I love discussing!    Shownotes: Check out the blog!

Hosted by birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, The Birth Lounge Podcast creates a thoughtful conversation around the many paths through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This podcast moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the wide spectrum of normal experiences, offering evidence-based insights alongside real stories from parents. HeHe, who founded Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, guides these discussions with a blend of professional knowledge and deep empathy, aiming to demystify the process and empower your choices. Each episode serves as a gathering place-a safe space where clinical expertise meets lived experience, covering topics that span education, family dynamics, physical fitness, holistic health, and parenting young children. You’ll find a supportive resource here, one that acknowledges the variables and nuances of bringing a child into the world and navigating the postpartum chapter. Tune in for honest dialogues that honor different perspectives, providing companionship and reliable information for your own journey. The goal is to leave you feeling more prepared, less alone, and confident in your unique path through parenthood, all within the supportive community of this podcast.
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Ep. 233: How Coffee can Impact your Hormones with Sam Briguglio [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:41
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Ep. 232: Is Homebirth Right for You with Blyss Young, CPM [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:51
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Ep. 231: Birth Control (The Book) with Allison Yarrow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:33
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Ep. 227: Pain Relief Options in the Hospital with Dr. Nicole Rankins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:08
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Ep. 226: Coping with an Unexpected NICU Stay with Casey Lewis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:12
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Ep. 224: How to have a Pain Free Birth, pt. 2 with Dr. Q [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:58
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