Melissa Wirt with Latched Mama

The Latched Mama Podcast

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When you become a mom, you expect your life to change, but too little discussed are the changes that happen within you after having a baby. Getting to know yourself as a mother is a long, nonlinear journey that can simultaneously be the happiest you've ever been and the loneliest you've ever felt - but you don't have to do it alone. I'm Melissa Wirt, mother-of-six, certified lactation consultant, and CEO & Founder of Latched Mama. Join me as I attempt to bring community back to motherhood through shared experiences, vulnerability, advice, and humor. With the help of expert guests, members of t...

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Melissa Wirt with Latched Mama

Episodes

Episode 27: Potty Training 03.03.2021 30:19

Episode 26: Breastfeeding 101 19.02.2021 34:30

Join Melissa & Lindi as they chat through an overview of breastfeeding facts, obstacles you may face, and how to find success.

Episode 25: Answering Your Questions 08.02.2021 46:01

Melissa and Lindi answer some questions from the Latched Mama Community.

Episode 24: Mom Shame 27.01.2021 36:43

Melissa and Lindi dive into the prevalence of mom shaming in todays culture. Why it happens, Where it comes from, How to avoid it, etc….

Episode 23: Early Pregnancy Loss 18.01.2021 51:39

Melissa and Kori reflect over their losses and the lessons that can be learned from these difficult experiences.

Episode 22: Mr. Shaky Pants 11.01.2021 34:20

Melissa and Lindi chat about finding intimacy throughout your motherhood journey.

Episode 21: Sleep Can Happen 04.01.2021 50:34

Melissa talks with professional sleep consultant, Becca Campbell of Little Z Sleep, about the ins and outs of helping your family find better, easier, and more consistent sleep. Find Becca Website: https://littlezsleep.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlezsleep/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/little-zs-sleep-podcast/id1350931749

Episode 20: Will You Be My Friend? 28.12.2020 18:25

Melissa chats with Sarah, mom of four and friend to many, about navigating mom life and making friendships in the process.

Episode 19: Mom Boss 21.12.2020 23:45

Melissa teams up with mom of three April to discuss working mom life and setting professional boundaries.

Episode 18: C-Sections Happen 14.12.2020 27:13

Melissa talks with Kori, mom of three, about her births and how to find beauty, strength and confidence however your baby enters the world.

Episode 17: Home For The Holidays 07.12.2020 27:10

Home for the Holidays: a mom’s survival guide: Melissa and fellow big family mom (and lead LM designer) Lindi team up to discuss their tips and advice for surviving and enjoying the holidays.

Episode 16: FYI Your Pelvic Floor Is A Thing 01.12.2020 50:57

Melissa and pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Meghan Swenck discuss pelvic floor strength and the most common seen challenges during pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

Episode 15: Hypnobirthing and Removing the Fear From Birth 23.11.2020 37:37

Melissa talks with local hypnobirthing instructor and hypnotist Joy Kraynak about using hypnosis and deep relaxation techniques to remove fear from the childbirth process.

Episode 14: Growing Your Family From One to Two 16.11.2020 15:30

Melissa and Lauren talk through Lauren’s recent adjustment from one to two kids and the anticipation and reality of the change.

Episode 13: Doulas & COVID, Make The Best of Your Birth 15.11.2020 41:13

Melissa and professional birth doula Emily Bruno discuss the changes Covid protocols have placed on the birth person and family and how to adapt to still make the most of your birth.

Episode 12: Pandemic Mom Shaming 15.11.2020 24:40

Melissa and top designer and mom of six Lindi talk about the global pandemic, social changes and having confidence in personal family choices.

Episode 11: Parenting Pandemic Survival Buys 27.04.2020 36:57

Melissa and fellow super mom of six Lindi chat about what random things they have purchased online to help entertain their kids during long quarantine days and that have helped bring a little joy to their families.

Episode 10: Pandemic Schooling, Grace and Perspective 20.04.2020 24:22

Melissa and Latched Mama designer Lindi, both experienced homeschoolers, talk about how to find joy in teaching our kids.

Episode 9: Mothering In Quarantine 13.04.2020 27:09

Melissa and Latched Mama designer Lindi, moms of 11 kids combined, talk about what life looks like in quarantine.

Episode 8: The Birth Space, Birth Photography, and Serving Each Other 06.04.2020 30:25

Birth photographer and kindness worker Patience Salgado joins Melissa to talk about the art of birth photography, inviting people into your birth space, and serving others.

Episode 7: Postpartum Doulas and Postpartum Support 06.04.2020 25:21

Melissa and resident postpartum doula April Titler talk about the benefits of hiring a postpartum doula and other ways to support the new parents in your life.

Episode 6: How To Choose The Right Care Provider 06.04.2020 35:38

Melissa and professional birth doula Emily Bruno talk about how to choose the right care provider for your birth.

Episode 5: Supporting The Mental Needs Of Motherhood 30.03.2020 40:32

LCSW Joy Outland Brock joins Melissa to talk about perinatal mental health.

Episode 4: Big Family Banter 30.03.2020 24:46

Melissa teams up with Latched Mama designer and fellow mom of a lot of kids Lindi to talk about the highs and lows of big families.

Episode 3: All Things Toddlers 30.03.2020 34:31

Pediatrician and new mama advocate Dr Janet West joins Melissa to talk through the joys (ha) of toddler-hood.