Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies and the Battle for Sleep

Send us Fan Mail In this can’t-miss episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb sits down with Dr. Emma Swartling of Lumos Chiropractic for a deep (and surprisingly fun!) dive into what chiropractic care actually is—and why it might be the secret weapon every new parent didn’t know they needed. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or caring for a baby who seems uncomf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Doula Deb sits down with the wonderful Adrianne Buyer—a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, placenta encapsulator, and Reiki practitioner in Tacoma—to dive deep into all things Body Ready Birth Workshop . Adrianne shares how this transformative class goes way beyond your average childbirth class to empower families with movement, mindset, and partner...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like the sleep advice out there just doesn’t fit your family, this episode is for you. Join Doula Deb as she dives into why trusting your gut is the key to getting rest without compromising your parenting style. In this episode, Deb shares: Why your intuition isn’t broken—it’s just buried under all the noise of mainstream sleep advice What intuition really look...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Doula Talk , Deb Jimenez unpacks a question she hears almost daily from tired parents: “How do I help my baby sleep without sleep training?” If you’ve found yourself contact-napping around the clock or bouncing on an exercise ball like it’s your second job, this one’s for you. Deb introduces her signature 12-step Hierarchy of Soothing —a...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful, no-fluff episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Doula Deb is pulling back the curtain on what really goes into a sleep consult—and spoiler alert: it’s not just nap tips and a “good luck” email. If you’ve ever wondered why working with a sleep doula feels like a big investment, this is your kitchen-table heart-to-heart (complete with...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and refreshingly real episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb sits down with herbalist and hormone health expert Ashley Rocha , CEO and founder of Ladywell , to talk all things postpartum hormones—and wow, is it a ride. Ashley opens up about her own long, painful journey through PMDD, mood swings, and hormonal imbalance—an all-too...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb Jimenez—beloved doula, certified sleep coach, and postpartum ride-or-die—dives deep into one of the most underrated tools for new families: monthly doula calls . Deb pulls back the curtain on what these calls actually look like (spoiler: it’s not a checklist), how they build...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and affirming episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb sits down with two incredible experts—Dr. Angie Maxwell, pelvic floor physical therapist and founder of Madrona PT, and Laura Meader, licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and founder of Crescent Moon Therapy, for a deeply needed conversation about postpartum mood disorde...

Send us Fan Mail In this heart-opening episode, Deb sits down with Marriage and Family Therapist and birth worker Angharad Hollingworth to dive deep into the relational shifts that come with becoming a parent — the ones nobody really warns you about. Together, they explore the emotional, physical, and neurological changes that happen when a baby enters the family, not just for the birthing parent,...

Send us Fan Mail In this refreshingly honest episode of Doula Talk, Deb sits down with her own virtual assistant (and former teacher turned homeschool mama), Jamie Blackall. Together, they tackle the often-overwhelming experience of returning to work after having a baby—from the emotional upheaval to the logistical chaos and everything in between. Jamie opens up about her journey through infertili...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and affirming episode, Deb chats with Kasia Stiggelbout, founder of In Flow , about what it really means to live and work in sync with your cycle. Kasia shares her own journey from corporate burnout to building a wellness brand that centers cyclical living — and why women deserve more than a “just push through it” culture. They talk hormones, healing, productivity...

Send us Fan Mail In this empowering episode of Doula Talk , Deb sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Mandi Murtaugh to unravel the mystery of the pelvic floor — what it is, what it does, and why it’s essential to understand before , during , and after pregnancy. Dr. Mandi shares her own journey into pelvic health, dispels common myths (spoiler: kegels aren’t always the answer!), and...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt and often hilarious episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Doula Deb takes listeners on a powerful storytelling journey straight from sunny Oahu, where she’s joined by her best friend Beth—and a very special guest: her daughter Ellie. First, Deb shares the intimate story of Ellie’s home birth, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes lo...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of Doula Talk , Doula Deb sits down with Brittany Hageman, a speech-language pathologist and certified orofacial myologist who specializes in myofunctional and oral motor therapy from infancy through adulthood. With over a decade of clinical experience—and personal experience navigating tongue ties with both her children and herself—Brittany brings deep...

Send us Fan Mail Are you really prepared for postpartum recovery? Or are you just hoping for the best? Because let me tell you—postpartum isn’t just about “bouncing back” ( ugh, I hate that phrase ). It’s about healing, support, and care —things many cultures around the world prioritize way better than we do. After years of working with families and studying global postpartum traditions, I’ve seen...

Send us Fan Mail Why Postpartum Recovery Needs More Attention (And How to Do It Right!) Most new parents spend all their time preparing for birth , but what about after birth ? The exhaustion, the physical recovery, the “why does my body feel like I ran a marathon while also being hit by a truck” phase—yeah, that part. In this episode of Doula Talk , Deb is bringing back a must-listen episode from...

Send us Fan Mail Feeding a newborn is supposed to be natural, right? So why does it sometimes feel like an Olympic-level challenge? In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Doula Deb sits down with IBCLC and lactation expert Renee Beebe to unravel the mystery of tongue ties—one of the most misunderstood (and misdiagnosed) feeding issues parents face. With nearl...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Doula Deb interviews Carissa Guiley, founder of Nourished Feeding Therapy, to pull back the curtain on the complex and often misunderstood world of infant feeding challenges. Carissa, a speech-language pathologist and certified lactation counselor, brings her professional expertise and deeply...

Send us Fan Mail Every new parent dreams of a smooth, supported postpartum experience—but let’s be real, without a plan, it can feel like survival mode. In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb lays out the five absolute must-haves every parent needs to thrive in those early weeks. She’s not talking about fancy baby gear or the latest parenting trends—this...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb pulls back the curtain on what preparing for parenthood really looks like—and spoiler alert, it’s about way more than picking out cute onesies and designing the perfect nursery. Deb dives deep into the parts of parenting most people forget to plan for : postpartum recovery, emotional connection, your...

Send us Fan Mail If you think prenatal classes are just about breathing techniques and baby prep, think again. In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Deb takes you on a deep dive into the life-changing benefits of prenatal classes—and why they’re the secret weapon every parent needs in their arsenal. From childbirth education that demystifies labor to essenti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep , Doula Deb dives into the essential topic of safe sleep practices. Whether you’re an expectant parent or already in the thick of sleepless nights, this episode delivers evidence-based tips that will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to tackle bedtime with confidence. Listeners will discover...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this special replay episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep ! If you’re a new parent facing the dreaded sleep regressions, this episode is here to help you make sense of it all. In this episode, Doula Deb breaks down sleep regressions—those oh-so-fun phases when your baby’s sleep takes a nosedive just as you thought you’d figured it out. You’...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Doula Talk , Doula Deb takes on one of the most common misconceptions about newborn sleep: the idea that newborns can be "coached" to sleep better. Spoiler alert: they can’t! Deb compassionately explains why sleep coaching isn’t appropriate for newborns and what tired parents can do instead to foster better rest for their little ones—and themselves. He...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a brand-new episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep ! This week, we’re kicking off a month-long focus on sleep with an insightful conversation about why sleep coaching might not be working for your family. In this replay from the Birth and Baby Podcast, Doula Deb and co-host Lindsee tackle the common roadblocks that leave parents frustrated a...