The Newborn Nurse™️ Podcast

This is one of my favorite episodes, as the Owlet Monitor is hands down my very favorite newborn/baby product. If I could only purchase or get ONE baby product, the OWLET would be it! Valerie, a representative from Owlet, and I discuss all kinds of helpful information for new parents about this amazing product! It was such a great conversation! We discussed these topics and more! If you are expect...

In this episode, we chat with "Proud Down Syndrome Mom", and former client of The Newborn Nurse, Ashlyn Burger! Ashlyn is the proud mom of Penelope ("Poppy"), who has Down Syndrome, and big brother, Brooks. Ashlyn and her husband Jake, a baseball player for the Texas Rangers, found out their daughter had Down Syndrome at the 12 week ultrasound/prenatal checkup. Ashlyn shares wi...

In today's episode, we chat with Bob Wall, Car Seat Safety Expert, from Nuna. He is a former police officer, and worked many years in the field witnessing the effects of babies and children not properly restrained in car seats. This led him to his passion and life calling of becoming a car seat safety expert. Bob is the GURU for all information and advice about car seats. He is a wealth of kn...

In this episode, we discuss all kinds of helpful information about Pelvic Floor Health for pregnant and new moms (and bonus: perimenoupause). We talk about how to prepare for childbirth and labor, what types of pelvic floor "issues" may need professional therapy or consultation, changes you may see in your body during perimenopause, normalizing and talking about pelvic floor health, and...

Today we chat with our former mama, Kate (mom of twin toddlers, and a newborn baby girl), and talk all about POSTPARTUM FITNESS! We discuss the importance of fitness in the postpartum period, how to be gentle with your postpartum body, fitness and its impact on physical and mental health, fitness after a c-section, and much more!!!  Kate's Bio: Certified Personal Trainer | Certified Nutrition...

In this episode, we chat with Mattie Jackson Smith, one of our former moms! We talk all about her becoming a first time mom, highlights, challenges, and how she prepared for it all, and then we dive into her backstory, platform, and ministry.  Mattie lost her first husband tragically in an accident and we discuss her grief journey, how she has learned to be present in every moment, and how she has...

Today we chat with this amazing lady and lactation consultant: Angela Das, IBCLC, CLC, CNPE. Her LC journey began after nursing her children, having a few issues with nursing, and the pandemic, which all led her down the path to become an IBCLC. She is deeply passionate about all of her families, and treats each one with specialized care and concern. In this podcast we talk about all kinds of lact...

We had such a great response with this guest's previous episode, that we decided to do another one with her!  In this episode, we chat with Kelley Thompson, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, of Serenity Sleepers. We discuss ALL kinds of newborn sleep questions including: safe sleep, sound machines, the witching hour, daytime versus nighttime sleep, naps, sleep hygiene, a good sleep routin...

If you are a breastfeeding or breastpumping parent, (or plan to be), this is an episode you do not want to miss!!!! Today we chat with Laurel Wilson, IBCLC, CLSP, RLC, PPLE, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Menopause Practitioner, Wellness Advocate, and TEDX/Int. Speaker all about HUMAN BREASTMILK! ! She has over 30+ years in her field! We discuss all kinds of incredible and interesti...

Would you like to be a more calm and thriving mother? Breathwork just may be the answer for you!..... Today we chat with Ali Levine, Certified Breathwork Coach, and get some incredible information about how Breathwork can be a helpful tool for expectant and new moms (and for the whole family as well). Breathwork is a tool we often forget to utilize, and is such an easy and free resource to help gr...

If you are a new Grandparent, or Grandparent-to-be, you will not want to miss this episode!! In this episode, we interview Kim Bepler, "The Grandparent Doula", IBCLC, Postpartum Doula, Grandparent Educator, who has 25 years of experience with postpartum families, and 1 year as a brand new grandparent herself! We discuss topics such as: -How a new Grandparent can best be of help or suppor...

In this podcast episode, I chat with an OB-GYN I have known and worked with for over 15 years: Dr. Shaun Samples. She is one of Nashville's most beloved OB's because of her skill, compassion, patience, and genuine concern and care for each one of her patients. Today, we discuss topics such as:  inductions, c-section recovery, finding support and help as a new mom, travel during pregnancy...

I am so honored to chat with Trish Ware, RN, a labor and delivery nurse, and founder of Labor Nurse Mama. With her 16 years of experience, and also having birthed 6 children of her own, she is a wealth of knowledge! She has a large audience of over 300K Instagram followers and is THE Labor Guru! She is so knowledgeable, supportive, kind, and a huge advocate for laboring mothers. We talk about how...

In today's episode, we discuss all kinds of interesting topics with our former client and new mama, Dynasti! We talk about becoming a mama at 40, balancing being an entrepreneur and new mom, pelvic floor health, learning the importance of asking for help in the African American culture, preventing stigmas when a new mom DOES ask for help, and all about her platform and mission: DEI (diversity...

Today, we interview two amazing new dads, Tyler and Chase, and ask them all about planning and preparing for a new baby. We discuss the pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum time, and ideas, tips, and tricks they used to get ready for a new baby and help support their spouses. For so many new dads, there aren't many places to go to feel ready and prepared, and we hope this podcast helps! If you...

In this episode, we talk with Lactation Consultant, Jackie Randolph, IBCLC, and talk ALL about breastfeeding! We cover topics such as: mastitis, common questions from first time breastfeeders, expectations versus reality, what a lactation consultation looks like, when and how to find a reputable lactation consultant, tongue ties, and MORE! If you or someone you know is planning on breastfeeding, t...

In this episode, we interview Dr. Libby Long, a Board Certified Pediatrician, who has been practicing for 19 years. We discuss all kinds of helpful information for those welcoming a newborn including: when and how to pick a pediatrician, what a newborn assessment entails, normal findings in a newborn, FAQ’s from parents with newborns, and much more! We are excited to share this one with all of you...

In today's episode, we talk to Angie Long, RN, MSN, CNM, who has been a Nurse Midwife for over 25 years. We discuss what a midwife does, the pros and cons of hiring a Midwife versus an OB-GYN, what a delivery looks like with a Midwife, and more! If you are considering a midwife for your delivery, this is a great episode for you! Angie can be reached at Dickson OB-GYN in Dickson, TN, and curre...

Today we chat with Bob Wall. He was a police officer for many years, and after experiencing many scenes of car accidents, he decided to become a Global Car Seat Safety Advocate for children. He is incredibly knowledgeable, seasoned in his career, passionate about car seat safety, and offers some great advice for new parents. He currently works with the Nuna Company, and before joining Nuna, he pla...

If you are a career-driven or entrepreneur mom or mom-to-be, you won't want to miss today's episode. I interview our former client, Kris, who is a "Boss Mama", running a highly successful company and team, and who also is an extremely devoted and hands-on mama to G. She discusses how to balance a successful career with motherhood. She is also an advocate for, and discusses the...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Paige Prather, of Paige Prather Smiles, and talk about lip, cheek, and tongue ties, and the laser revision treatment she offers. If your baby has gas, reflux, poor latch, or if you have frequent mastitis or clogged ducts, a tongue tie may be your culprit. Check out today's episode for more details. www.paigeprathersmiles.com #newborn #tonguetie #frenectomy #...

Today, we chat with Vicki, co-owner of Nashville Doula Services, and we discuss labor doulas,  what they do during deliveries, home birth versus hospital birth, how to get certified as a doula, pros of hiring a doula, and when and how to book a doula. Check out Vicki's company:  Nashville Doula Services www.nashvilledoulaservices And also the doula certification program she has started:  Harb...

In today’s episode, we talk about pelvic floor health (how to fix and prevent leaking after delivery), diastasis (separation of the abdominal walls), and pelvic organ prolapse. (All serious but embarrassing issues after delivery). Erika, mom, trainer, and pre- and postnatal specialist , is an incredible resource and guru in her field. www.erikayoungcoaching.com Erika's Pelvic Floor PT Recomme...

Today we talk to Megan Haley, owner of Happy Belly Mama, a company that provides healthy and postpartum friendly meals for new moms .  Megan studied Culinary Arts at The Institute of Culinary Education in NYC and worked in high-end catering companies there before moving to Nashville to start Happy Belly.  She loves coffee, dark chocolate, red wine, and running after her two boys: Tino and Luca.  M...

In this episode we chat with Michelle Stern, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Family Dog Mediator,  and Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, owner of Pooch Parenting. We discuss how to safely introduce your new baby to your dog, warning signs and red flags, planning and preparing your pet for a new baby, and more! We are HUGE pet lovers here at The Newborn Nurse, and have seen that almost all o...