Mamatoosa

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, Atoosa sits down with Certified Lactation Consultant Shaina Brickner to discuss breastfeeding, motherhood, and how to support new parents as they navigate one of life's most powerful transitions. They discuss breastfeeding techniques, pumping, bottle feeding, and so much more. We hope you enjoy! This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Ben...

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Shadi Behroozan - nutrition coach, mother, and Atoosa's very own niece! They chat about best practices for maintaining a healthy diet, the importance of external accountability, and how mental and physical health reinforce one another. We hope you enjoy! Check me out on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠...

Check me out on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with mother, midwife, and business owner Faith Freeman to discuss her journey leaving a strict religious upbringing, training as a midwife, and later opening her own clinic. Today, you can find her at Mind Body Birth in downtown Los Angeles. We hope you enjoy!...

Check me out on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Substack⁠ This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with mother, midwife, and business owner Lydia Connolly to discuss her fantastic brand: Partum Panties ! After giving birth and witnessing the challenges of other women in her capacity as a midwife, Lydia set out to create a postpartum undergarment tailor made to support...

Check me out on Instagram | TikTok | Substack This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Selah Victor: Actor, Content Creator, and the voice of Chloé Bourgeois from Miraculous Ladybug! They talk about birth, parenting, and Selah's experience as a Boy Mom. We hope you enjoy! Give Selah a follow on Instagram and make sure to check out ⁠Miraculous Ladybug⁠ !...

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Michelle Nouraei from Fit4Mom to discuss her pregnancy journey, birth stories, and experience participating in and later running fitness groups for mothers. They talk about the ups and downs of motherhood, the importance of bonding with other moms, and the benefits of listening to your body. We hope you enjoy Check ou...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, Licensed Midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Lexie Dolan, a birth and end-of-life doula. They discuss the profound experience of bearing witness to life's beginning and end, as well as the striking similarities between the two. We hope you enjoy! Join us every other Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork. If yo...

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Dr. Joseph Roofeh, an OB/GYN practicing in Los Angeles. They focus on exercise during pregnancy - the do's, the don'ts, and why healthy exercise is important to the health of mother and baby. We hope you enjoy!

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, Licensed Midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with professional chef and mother Marcella Schneiderman, They talk about pregnancy difficulties, empowered birthing, and building community. We hope you enjoy! Join us every other Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork. If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, plea...

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Doula and Postpartum Doula Trainer Kathrin Auger. They discuss the importance of postpartum care, differences between the Swiss and American healthcare systems, and the distinction between postpartum doulas and other care providers. We hope you enjoy! Join us every other Tuesday morning to hear conversations about wom...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, join licensed midwife Atoosa Benji as she chats with Dr. Nora Zaghi, a pediatric dentist practicing in Los Angeles. They talk about the importance of early dental care, how to train your kids to practice strong dental hygiene, and dispel some myths around bottles and pacifiers. Dr. Nora also shares her own birth journey. We hope you enjoy! Check out Breath...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, registered Midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Mom, Writer, and self-proclaimed "Worrier" Jen Stith to talk about her motherhood journey. They discuss the challenges of pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum, while ultimately leaving us with a message of hope and healing. We hope you enjoy! Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about w...

On this episode, Licensed Midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with author and speaker Alex Banayan to discuss his book The Third Door. Recorded just at the end of 2025, they discuss transitions in life, family, and business, as well as the lessons that Alex has learned from interviewing some of the world’s most successful people. We hope you enjoy! Check Out Alex’s Work: Website | https://alexbanayan.c...

This week on the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with doula Sasha K to talk about birth, language, and culture. Sasha is an LA and Orange County based doula who specializes in supporting Russian-speaking mothers. Together, they talk about where the medical system is falling short, how women can take care of themselves through the process, and the importance of centering...

This episode is all about thanking you, the listeners, for supporting an incredible first yeat of the Mamatoosa podcast! Licensed midwife Atoosa Benji looks back at 2025 across the podcast, birthwork, and her personal life. With hearts full of gratitude, we are so excited to head into 2026, and we can’t wait to share more stories of hope and resilience. Happy New Year everyone! Join us every Tuesd...

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On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Lizabeth Baker Wade, a registered nurse in the state of Claifornia, and host of the Birth Nurses podcast. They talk about collaborative care, client-centered practice, and how nurses, midwives, and doulas can work together for better birthing outcomes. We hope you enjoy! Check out more from Liz on the Birth Nurs...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, licensed midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Princess McKinney-Kirk, the founder of Bellibind. Bellibind is a belly wrap designed to support mothers through their postpartum period. Princess discusses the history of belly wraps, the journey of founding Bellibind, and how her own story has shaped her work. We hope you enjoy! Check out Bellibind here: https:...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, midwife Atoosa Benji sits down with Psychiatrist Kirsten Thomas to discuss mental healthcare before, during, and after pregnancy. Dr. Kirsten shares from her professional experience helping clients overcome obstacles, as well as her personal experience as a loving mom. We hope you enjoy! Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood,...

On this episode, Mamatoosa chats with Ali Arnkoff, a stellar pilates instructor, to discuss movement, wellness, and self-care before, during, and after pregnancy. They cover problems with the American medical system, as well as the pressures and expectations that mothers experience on their journey. We hope you enjoy! Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood,...

On this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, Atoosa sits down with Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist Dr. Sahar Wertheimer. Dr. Wertheimer practices in the Los Angeles area and is a warm, compassionate voice in the medical community. They discuss approaches and treatments for infertility, dispel some myths around pregancy, and talk about strategies to help parents of all genders...

On this episode, Mamatoosa sits down with Nina Phelan, an experienced doula and hypnobirth practitioner. They discuss the power of hypnobirthing techniques, and the importance of supporting birthing people in feeling grounded and comfortable. They also discuss some of the challenges and rewards on their birthwork journeys. We hope you enjoy! Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations abou...

On this episode, Mamatoosa chats with Debra Pascali-Bonaro, doula trainer, author, and director of Orgasmic Birth. They talk about pleasure in childbirth and how to make delivery more grounding, safe, and fulfilling. They also discuss the obstacles surrounding pleasure in birth and the challenges women face in both hospitals and at-home settings. Plus, Debra drops some news about the brand new Fin...

This week, Mamatoosa sat down with Dr. Adrienne Youdim to talk about food, health, and what we're really hungry for. They discuss the pros and cons of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and how to improve out relationships with our bodies. Most importantly, they acknowledge the importance of destigmatizing issues around food, weight, and health. We hope you enjoy! Dr. Adrienne's Website: https://www.d...

On this episode, Mamatoosa sits down with her friend and colleague, Doctor and Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist Lori Silver. They talk about screening, diagnostics, and the power of collaborative care. We hope you enjoy! Join us every Tuesday morning to hear conversations about womanhood, motherhood, and birthwork. If you liked this episode of the Mamatoosa podcast, please consider subscribing o...