Reclaiming Parenthood with Taylor Kulik

The American Academy of Pediatrics updated their sleep guidelines for the first time since 2016. They added in a few new guidelines and altered some. We'll dive into an overview of them here, and then I share my thoughts about why I believe the AAP's approach to never bedshare is unhelpful. Access the guidelines here: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/doi/10.1542/peds.2022-057990/188...

Dr. Alyssa is a holistic pharmacist and the creator of the Holistic Baby-Led Weaning™ online course. Her mission is to help parents protect and defend their child’s health, to ultimately prevent or reduce the risk for disease. She is passionate about empowering parents to take control of their child’s health and steward their bodies, to help them grow into their happiest, healthiest, strongest, an...

As a holistic oral health educator, the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry, and the founder of Happi Floss, Doctor Staci Whitman is on a mission to create a cavity-free world. With her extensive education in both conventional dentistry as well as functional health, Doctor Staci is a trailblazer for holistic and preventative dentistry for both kids and adults. Our conversation includes: What is functio...

Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, joins me to today to discuss how we can support our  toddlers as they navigate the huge transition of getting a new sibling. We talk about: how to prepare your toddler prior to the arrival of a new sibling what you might expect in those early days/weeks with the transition common challenges and "traps" that parents fall into during this tra...

Hallie Bulkin, MA, CCC-SLP, COM joins me to discuss how TOTS impact swallowing. We also discuss the potential link between SIDS and airway issues as well as why tummy sleeping is actually helpful and safer for some infants.  You can find Hallie here: Instagram: @halliebulkin Halliebulkin.com  untetheredpodcast.com pediatricfeedingspecialist.com (directory) Affiliates:  Daily Harvest...

Ashley Mariani joins me in this episode to chat about intimacy, sex, and connection. Ashley is a clinical social worker specializing in the intersection of perinatal mental health, sex and intimacy. She is also a birth rights advocate and mother of three. Ashley did her undergraduate degree in sexuality and her masters in social work. She completed the PSI advanced clinical training in maternal me...

Today, I'm discussing how we've transitioned away from specific sleep patterns when they've stopped working for us over the years (with both of our kids). 

On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. David and Amanda Erickson of Flourishing Homes & Families to discuss whether gentle parenting is biblical, the difference between discipline and punishment, and how to navigate parenting triggers. We also dive into the history and context of the "rod" verses that are often used to make a case that spanking is biblical.  You can find Dr. David and Amanda...

Kelly Euperio, IBCLC and CSOM joins me to discuss all things related to breastfeeding during pregnancy and tandem nursing. She shares science, dispels myths, and provides some strategies and considerations for breastfeeding mothers.  You can find Kelly here: www.bvlactation.com Parent education courses: www.leveluplactation.com/for-parents Instagram: @kellyibclc Aleavia (TAYLORK15 for 15% off...

In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey with breastfeeding my toddler through pregnancy and tandem feeding my toddler and newborn. I had no idea what to expect when I began this journey since I didn't know anyone who had been through it, so I'm hoping this will be helpful to some of you in the same position.

Dr. Tracy joins me in this episode to discuss common relationship struggles as new parents and how to foster more effective communication.  Where you can find Dr. Tracy: drtracyd.com (main site) Be Connected Program - drtracyd.mykajabi.com/join  (use code YEAR to save) Instagram/FB: @DrTracyD

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Cait, a doctor of physical therapy and expert in movement and function of the womanly body, to discuss what is missing from standard postpartum care, and what kinds of movement is most helpful to women in the postpartum period.  Website: https://womanlymade.com  Postpartum Movement Guide: https://womanlymade.com/shop/p/postpartummovementguide.  Instagram: @w...

Andrea Olson of Go Diaper Free and Tiny Undies joins me to discuss elimination communication, how the average age of toilet training doubled over the last 70 years, and how elimination communication can impact and even improve sleep.  Godiaperfree.com - the Go Diaper Free book and courses Tinyundies.com - small undies and potties, 6 months and up @godiaperfree on social media everywhere Podca...

In this episode, Dr. Kendall-Tackett joins me to share her expertise and research on bedsharing, breastfeeding, sleep, and sleep training. We discuss: the safety of bedsharing, the complex interplay between breastfeeding, bedsharing, sleep, and maternal mental health. We also discuss whether sleep training actually improves maternal mental health. This will be the last episode of season 2. We'll b...

Parijat joins me to define stress, and to explain how stress impacts the body, specifically during pregnancy, and how she helps women feel safe in their bodies again after birth/pregnancy trauma.  We also discuss stress during parenting. Parijat explains how we can begin to retrain our stress response patterns to both during the pregnancy/childbirth stage and beyond in day to day life. You ca...

Today mama of twins, Emmie, joins me to share her sleep journey. I know y'all will find her wisdom and advice helpful and encouraging!

My sweet friend, Shawna, joins me on this episode to chat about living a little less toxic: why does it even matter? how do we prevent it from being overwhelming? where do we start? how to get your kids and spouse on board? We'll answer these questions and more! Find Shawna here: www.alittlelesstoxic.com www.instagram.com/alittlelesstoxic https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC001cLvqYloNScHXvXyvNGQ/fe...

In this episode, I'm joined by pediatric occupational therapist and feeding specialist, Ashley Thurn, to chat about picky eating. We talk about: the difference between picky eating, resistant eating, and typical developmental phases, and how to know when you need support, what contributes to picky eating, and tips and tricks for minimizing stress with eating and preventing pickiness.  Veggies...

Today, I'm sharing my experience with and thoughts about the EASY (eat, activity, sleep, you time) routine for babies! Hint: It's not so "easy" for everyone!

In this episode, physical therapist Elizabeth Morel joins me to tell us what tethered oral tissues (ties) are, why resting tongue posture is so important, what the habilitative process looks like to address tethered oral tissues, and how to find a skilled provider. littlemoverspt.com https://littlemoverspt.vipmembervault.com/ Save 10% off Babies, Bellies, and Bubbles with code Taylor10 Provider di...

In this podcast, I'm chatting about the major red flags of sleep that I see for babies and toddlers as well as some of the main health/medical issues that cause them. 

In this episode, I'm talking about a side of the bedsharing conversation that often gets left out: the benefits of bedsharing. We cannot do a true risk/benefit analysis without having ALL of the information, so it is crucial for parents to know this. I'll also be sharing some personal testimonies from bedsharing families about why they chose to bedshare (or how it was their only option), and how i...

Greta joins me to share her expertise in navigating an over-sexualized world while raising our children and keeping them safe. We discuss: why pornography is harmful, how to discuss pornography with our kids, steps we can take to keep them safe, and how to teach our children about bodily autonomy and consent. 

Katie Crosby of Thriving Littles joins me today in an organic discussion where we share our thoughts about some of what is currently happening in the world. We touch on a lot: from medical mandates, labels and dehumanization, censorship, nervous system safety, and more. This is sensitive and tough topic to talk about, but we believe it's important! Katie: www.thrivinglittles.com Instagram: @thrivi...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Aubrey, who has narcolepsy, a sleep disorder which makes her very fatigued. Ashley shares with us her journey with responsive parenting/no sleep training and gives us insight into how she copes with exhaustion.