Previa Alliance Podcast

We are bringing back your favorite L&D nurse, lactation consultant and Doula Jenny to shed light into what the L&D experience is like from a nurse perspective and how those first few weeks postpartum is like a uphill climb. We know laboring is only part of your journey and we are here to shine light on the rest. Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos...

In today’s episode Whitney shares her personal journey of grief and how she navigated her family losses while still being mom. From how grief really never goes away and how it is ok to share the hard of it with your children, anyone who has lost someone will resonate with Whitney’s story. We love our favorite maternal mental health therapist, but this one make you love her even more. Follow Previa...

Today's episode is one that will pull at your mama heart. What do you do when your child’s teacher says your child is struggling. How do you navigate your own emotions while trying to fight for them? Listen in as Whitney shares her personal story in hopes to encourage others how to advocate when something may be wrong. Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram pho...

We got you past the newborn sleep stage now what? Never fear, your favorite podcast has you covered with our favorite sleep expert Unnati. In today’s episode we break down sleep schedules, sleeping through the night, and those lovely sleep regressions that we ALL experience. Tune in and get ready to get sleep for you and your baby! Our listeners get a FREE resource below and Discount code Previa M...

We got you past the newborn sleep stage now what? Never fear, your favorite podcast has you covered with our favorite sleep expert Unnati. In today’s episode we break down sleep schedules, sleeping through the night, and those lovely sleep regressions that we ALL experience. Tune in and get ready to get sleep for you and your baby! Our listeners get a FREE resource below and Discount code Previa M...

In today’s episode Sarah speaks with Desiree who shares her story on how her child’s photos were discovered by a child predator online. Desiree joined forces with her fellow mom bloggers to fight back against this predator and was a part of an unprecedented trial where he was sentenced to 64 years for his crimes. Listen in to this hard but necessary conversation about how we need to protect our ch...

Moms everywhere waving the white flag saying “help we are drowning” and society saying “you are superheroes you got this!” Sound familiar? We know moms make the world go around but even superheroes need to rest their cape and call in reinforcements. Tune in to hear advice from your favorite fellow moms in the trenches Sarah and Whitney and how to fight back. Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance...

60% of couples report relationship strain after kids…from the new roles, demands, and ultimate new person now added to your life-things can feel tense. Listen in as Sarah & Whitney talk through common relationship challenges after baby. Sometimes it is a nice reminder that it is not you…it is the kids. Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videos Pre...

Ever been anxious about revealing your pregnancy to your manager? Are you juggling with the task of reintegrating work, childcare, and household duties all at once? Enter Lori from Mindful Return, a beacon of wisdom for moms transitioning back to work. Lori's personal journey led her to develop Mindful Return when she struggled to find resources during her maternity leave. Her insights on whe...

Summer is here and this version of Hey Whitney is centered around how to navigate motherhood during this season. From traveling with kids, answering questions about when is the next baby at family gatherings, to feeling like everyone else is living their best instagram life… This is the perfect reminder we are all in this together. Get your top questions answered by your favorite therapist with a...

Have you ever thought who am I anymore? Am I just a mom? Who was I before I was mom! This episode will shine a light on what naturally happens to us all as we become moms and navigate how to find our identity and what you shouldn’t allow to define it! Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videos Previa Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos...

Us moms and moms to be are busy, stressed, short on time, and looking for someone to give us all the tips. As always we live it and want to share our proven therapy tips to help a fellow mama out. In today’s episode learn about triangulation to finding our glimmers in life. Get ready to add more tools to your toolbox! Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos an...

On this episode of the Previa Alliance podcast as we delve into the untold challenges faced by new mothers beyond the traditional postpartum depression (PPD) screenings. While these screenings serve as a baseline, they often fall short in providing comprehensive support. We explore the vital need for healthcare providers to go beyond just asking questions and offer education, resources, and person...

🎙️ As moms, we totally understand the number one question on every parent's mind: How can we make traveling with kids less stressful? Well, here's our ultimate answer: Sleep, sleep, and more sleep for all! 💤✈️ In this must-listen podcast episode, join Sarah, and the incredible sleep guru Unnati from @nestedtorestedsleep as we spill the beans on the secrets to stress-free family travel....

Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of deaths for children age 1-4? With summer upon us Sarah & Whitney interview ISR swim instructor and swim safety advocate Ashley Hoffman to break down what you can do now to keep your child safe to what is ISR exactly. Practical easy tips parents can implement NOW is in this episode so tune in and turn the volume up. Follow Ashley! Coach Ashley’...

The final episode we discuss during Maternal Mental health month is one that is a true medical emergency, postpartum psychosis. This episode comes with a trigger warning as this condition, which is rare, is tough to discuss and understand. Our hope for this episode is that you gain knowledge about this little-talked about condition and know to get help. Follow Previa Alliance! Previa Alliance (@pr...

The fourth episode we cover during Maternal Mental health month is a topic that is often felt but not talked about, postpartum rage. Postpartum rage is a mood disruption that causes intense anger, aggression, and agitation in the weeks and months after giving birth. At Previa Alliance, one of the most frequent questions we get is, “Why do I feel so angry?” Today, the ladies break down what postpar...

The third topic we discuss during Maternal Mental health month is postpartum obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD. This disorder includes obsessing about the baby's safety as well as having a compulsive need to double-check safeguards or seek reassurance about the baby's health and safety. Sarah and Whitney break down what postpartum OCD is, risk factors, real life examples, and treatme...

The second episode in maternal mental health month is "What is Postpartum Anxiety?"  Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious about your new role? Do you find yourself struggling to cope with the changes in your life after having a baby? Well, we've got your back! In our latest episode of The Previa Alliance Podcast, we're diving deep into postpartum anxiety and sharing some ser...

May is Maternal Mental Health month. All month long, our episodes will be dedicated to educating and empowering moms and their families about maternal mental health and the resources available to support moms. Our first episode in this series defines postpartum depression, also known as PPD. Sarah and Whitney describe signs and symptoms of PPD, risk factors for developing PPD, and what PPD looks l...

This week is National Infertility Awareness week and we have a special episode! Sarah & Whitney talk to Alex Kornsweit from @ourbeautifulsurprise and discuss infertility, postpartum anxiety/depression, surrogacy, and advocating for yourself. This episode will resonate with everyone on the journey to motherhood and have you ready to fight for change in maternal mental health. For those walking...

You know her as Mommy Labor Nurse (mommy.labornurse) on Instagram, the L&D nurse who helps you have an EVEN BETTER birth experience, but today Sarah and Whitney get to know Liesel Teen on a more personal level. From her experience with postpartum depression to how she supports her patients' mental health, this episode highlights what moms can do to mentally prepare for birth and postpartu...

Calling all pregnant mamas and moms with newborns! We've teamed up with certified pediatric sleep consultant Unnati Patel to do a series on sleep tips and hacks for newborns to toddlers! This episode is packed with so many things a new mama needs to know to help her newborn baby sleep, so SHE can sleep.  Listen to Unnati describe the wake window as well as research-backed evidence that helps...

Today, Sarah talks with Renee Reina @themomroompodcast, the mom friend we've always wanted in our lives.  Sarah & Renee share how unprepared they were for the mental and physical challenges of motherhood. They also acknowledge that as your children grow, so do you.  Tune in to listen to these veteran moms share what they wish they had known about motherhood before being thrown into the de...

Turn the volume up for this one. Today, Joyce Butler, RN and health coach, will give you an insider's guide on how to navigate the health care system as a pregnant and postpartum patient. She'll help you understand how to make your insurance and benefits actually benefit you. You will leave this episode feeling as if you had a one-on-one session with a health advocate! More about Joyce!...