The Growing Happy Babies Directory Podcast

In this episode I chat with Michal Melamed, veteran doula, who reminds us that the main preparation for birth is to expect the unexpected! FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s ex...

In this interview I chat with Hanna Amouyal, doula in the Jerusalem area. We talk about how important it is to believe you are the person meant to birth in this moment, to surround yourself with the love and support that will help you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and to trust birth as your teacher. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins...

The Pocket Prenatal: Where Confident Moms Are Born In this interview I chat with Tamar Gordon, pelvic floor physiotherapist and osteopath! Tamar takes us through pelvic floor birth preparation and recovery plus how osteopathic treatments help mothers feel more comfortable, recover better, and help babies digestion and feeding abilities. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You'r...

In this interview I chat with Ilana Hart, perinatal nutritionist! Listen in to what happens when a nutritionist helps you understand exactly what your body needs in trimesters 1, 2, 3, or postpartum. With so many nuggets of advise about building community, trusting yourself, and how focusing on your own health can transform your whole family’s health! FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT E...

In this interview I chat with Naomi Levin, postpartum doula. Listen in on the importance of rest postpartum, and how to harness the power of your postpartum village even in our fragmented society. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers w...

In this interview I chat with Shira Koren, doula and Hypnobirthing instructor. Listen in on the importance of going with the flow in labor, preparing yourself with positive thoughts, calm feelings, and positive birth stories only can go a long way in helping you have the birth you wanted. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask you...

In this interview I chat with Elana Mizrahi, doula, reflexologist, fertility supporter, and childbirth educator. Listen to us talk about her journey from her own fertility struggles to helping other women give birth and the empathy that brings to her practice. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your...

In this interview I chat with Rahel Kima, doula and doula educator. Listen to us talk about her unique Birth as a Journey program and the surprises parents often face during and after birth. Curious about becoming a doula? Rahel has an amazing program starting soon: https://rahelkima.com/en/home/ FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you...

In this episode I chat with Mushka Majeski, doula. Listen to us talk about pelvic balance, body knowledge and alignment, and the power of a woman in labor! FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right f...

In this interview I chat about the power of words with Rachel Reichner, doula. Listen to her thoughts on the revolving door between birth and death as well as the power of asking for a simple two minutes to think medical suggestions over! FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenl...

In this interview I chat about the mind-body-soul connection with Shaina Hammer, doula and social worker. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why I created the Growing Happy...

In this interview I chat about the chameleon-like power of a doula who truly puts the mother in the driver’s seat with Rebekah Pearlman, doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That...

In this interview I chat about the important of positivity in pregnancy and birth with Aviva Yisraeli, doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why I created the Growi...

In this interview I chat about the important of comprehensive maternity and postpartum care with Terri Gil, doula, Canadian midwife, and lactation consultant. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s righ...

In this interview I turn the table around and interview myself! Get a peek in to my backstory, my lactation philosophy, some myth-busting, my Body-Led Breastfeeding approach that believes your baby’s BODY drives their suck, not simply their mouth, and hear some actionable tips for making breastfeeding better right now: FINDING THE RIGHT BIRTH WORKER JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and...

In this interview I chat about the balance your body and your baby crave for easier and smoother pregnancy, delivery, and breastfeeding with Dr Malka Elitzur, osteopath. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out...

In this interview I chat about the the deep knowledge you have of your own birthing body with Janice Cohen, doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why I created the...

In this interview I chat about the power of reclaiming your birth story and making sacred space for a family with Lea Reichel, doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why...

In this interview I chat about the power of your knowledge and intuition in all things birth and baby with Talia Panek, doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why I crea...

In this interview I chat about the power of relaxation in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with Chaya Valier, doula and educator. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why...

In this interview I chat about the straight truths of postpartum and the power of blending nursing skills with doula skills with Rachel Raice, RN and doula. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for...

In this interview I chat about the completely unique and transformative experience of giving birth with Ronya Friedlander, doula and more. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s ex...

In this interview I chat about the emotional and physical power of continuous care for mothers and babies with Dina Soffer, doula and birth advocate. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you...

In this interview I chat about the simple truths of a mother's hands and heart in birth and breastfeeding with Valerie Milhado, doula and lactation consultant. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right f...

In this interview I chat about the physical and emotional puzzle of birth with Sarah Seymour, homebirth midwife. FINDING THE RIGHT DOULA JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER You're pregnant—and now begins the search: you ask your friends, your sister, your mom group… and suddenly you’ve got a list of 10+ birth workers with zero time to figure out who’s right for you. That’s exactly why I created the Gr...