Speaking of the Village

Send us a text Gily Roselle is an LMFT specializing in perinatal mental health. She has a small group practice in CT where they work with new parents, mothers with PMADS and couples. She specifically works with postpartum mothers and mothers of small children struggling with motherhood; specifically issues around division of labor, working life balance, identity issues and shame. She loves helping...

Send us a text The Importance of Informed Consent is CRUCIAL in the perinatal period, listen to learn more about how to ensure you advocate for yourself. Hermine is an international thought leader whose public speaking informs and inspires audiences on a wide range of issues at the intersection of law, human rights, and maternal healthcare, including: informed consentthe integration of medicine an...

Send us a text I’m Kelly. And, no, I don’t have kids. And, no, I’ve never wanted kids. Yes, that’s right, it’s never even crossed my mind. I’ve never wanted to be a mother. From the beginning, I knew I was meant for a different role. So how did I become a pregnancy and birth guru, a lover of all things pre-, peri-, and postnatal, and (or so some have said) a baby whisperer? Honestly, it was sort o...

Send us a text Growing a human is hard and takes a heavy toll on the body. With all the pressure, lack of sleep, and learning that comes with a new baby, most moms feel overwhelmed and forget they need to nourish themselves, heal, and replenish lost nutrients! At Mama Meals we know it takes a village, that's why we source the highest quality ingredients, cook them using ancestral principles from C...

Send us a text Dr. Ginger Breedlove is a past president of the American College of Nurse-Midwives and has led many national initiatives to address and improve perinatal health in the United States. Over her 45-year career she co-founded the first licensed, free-standing birthing center in Topeka, Kansas in 1979; the first hospital-based midwifery service at St Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Misso...

Send us a text Patrice owns Mom Life Counseling in Roswell, GA. She is a therapist who helps moms with postpartum depression and anxiety. She is passionate about helping moms after her own experience with depression and anxiety as a mom. Patrice wants all moms to know that they aren't alone in the challenges of motherhood and with help they will get better! IG: momlifecounseling Release the Mom Gu...

Send us a text Diana is an experienced birth doula serving Western Wisconsin & Minnesota. She has over ten years of experience in local and national birth advocacy, with a focus on patient rights in birth, access to out-of-hospital midwifery, and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Her offices are located at TruLiving Birth Center in Menomonie WI, where she holds prenatal & postpartum vis...

Send us a text Shemika Whiteside, MSSW, LCSW is the Founder/Executive Director of Zora’s Cradle in Louisville, KY. Mrs. Whiteside received a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a minor in Black Studies from the University of Illinois-Springfield. Mrs. Whiteside has worked in various mental health settings maintaining her...

Send us a text Tracy Donegan is a Registered Midwife, author, Founder of GentleBirth, and an advocate for positive birth experiences. Born in Dublin Tracy is a contributing writer for pregnancy & birth-related advice for several European publications. Tracy has a special interest in emotional well-being in pregnancy and the impact of mindfulness in pregnancy and parenting. Tracy is a DONA Inte...

Send us a text Renelle Olchowski is a passionate birth coach, doula, and the founder of Birth & Blossom. With a deep commitment to empowering women throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journeys, Renelle combines her expertise in birth coaching with her background as an bodyworker to offer holistic support tailored to each client’s unique needs. Drawing from her own experiences and...

Send us a text Khristee Rich helps women to prioritize their health and wellness before conception so they not only conceive naturally past 35, but so they will be healthy and joyful along the whole pregnancy/birth journey. She is the host of Holistic Me TV on YouTube and the author of a forthcoming three-book series on healing childbirth. Her stories and practical advice have been featured on Mot...

Send us a text FiND Genetics is a telemedicine genetic counseling service that helps anyone planning a pregnancy or currently pregnant get the latest info on testing options and support so that they can advocate for genetic testing that truly matters to them and the health of their baby. With clarity, compassion, and convenience- we help guide you to decisions that align with your values and belie...

Send us a text I am a deeply experienced physician with extensive experience in maternal, child, and adolescent health, particularly within diverse communities. Well-respected leader who can supervise, develop, and motivate staff and build a positive working environment. Background in working with diverse internal and external stakeholders to build partnerships that lead to more equitable healthca...

Send us a text Charles Johnson has dedicated his life to the pursuit of what his own family failed to receive – safe, respectful, & equitable maternal health outcomes in America. His passion for systemic change is driven by his love for his wife, Kira, who passed away following the birth of their second child. In April 2016, Kira underwent a routine c-section following an uncomplicated pre...

Send us a text My name is Caitlyn and I am the owner and founder of Lila. Some may know me as Mrs. United States 2020, some know me simply as the creator of the viral Tik Tok labor gown. I originally designed my birth gowns after spending years working as a Labor and Delivery nurse and as a birth doula. I have never cared for the use of hospital gowns in the labor and delivery setting. Their desig...

Send us a text Dawn & Nicole have a great conversation with Rachael Van Schoick about movement in all stages of the Perinatal Period plus the untold issues that can happen if you do not seek support and therapies in pregnancy or post-birth. Rachael, a dedicated mother of two energetic boys, is a passionate advocate for holistic wellness throughout the pregnancy journey and beyond. As a certifi...

Send us a text So many of us face traumatic experiences during labor, birth and postpartum- join us in this episode with Krysta Dancy on ways to educate and advocate for yourself to prevent (or lessen the possibility) of experiencing trauma or being able to effectively process a traumatic event that incurs. Krysta is the Founder and CEO of Dancy Perinatal- a nationwide mental health company for ne...

Send us a text Interpersonal Neurobiology and the importance of community and connection through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Which is essentially early human and nervous system development -- how that affects us as parents and the development of future generations. Ashley Makan is a holistic doula, educator, and student of midwifery. She is the founder of Bodhi Birth and Wellness and is the...

Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the varying disorders associated with Postpartum and how they can be prevented and treated. Focusing on the fact that there is a spectrum from normal Baby Blues to total Psychosis and many in between. Most importantly, understanding how to identify and prepare to get support if you are feeling off, worried, angry, saddened or unlike yourself beyond those...

Send us a text Thank you Amy Bauer for joining us to discuss her journey to a Doula Agency owner, advocate and grandmother of 5. This episode will give you insights on the role of a Doula in pregnancy and birth- how agencies can support both clients and the staff of doulas differently than an independent doula and understanding how they advocate in the delivery room. Download the Pocket Doula App...

Send us a text Welcome to Speaking of the Village! This podcast is more than just something to listen to, its a way to grow resources, build community and empower yourself for all that comes with the Perinatal journey. Join us as we interview experts, advocates and other women, mothers & families to dive deep into all the most important topics you need to build your village and be fully suppor...

Send us a text We are releasing our FIRST Episode in just ONE WEEK! Join Nicole Harlot & Dawn Thomspon as we Build Your Village One Episode at a Time! This is the Podcast for expecting and new mothers and parents to be empowered by information, stories, and resources from pregnancy to postpartum. Join a myriad of Perinatal Professionals, Providers, and Advocates that share various aspects of t...