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Amid the relaunch, Jamie and Emily get together to decompress, destress, and focus on the positivity that goes on behind the scenes at NAPS. They share client stories, personal stories, and some of the daily reminders that remind them of their WHY. Be sure to follow us on instagram @nurturebynaps Proactive Puffs from Mission MightyMe make it deliciously simple to feed your little one peanuts AND t...

Emily is joined by Catherine Mitchell Jaxon. Catherine is a working mom of 3, with her oldest daughter being allergic to most nuts.  Prior to founding Mission MightyMe, Catherine was an award-winning journalist with CNN and is still an avid researcher and a journalist at heart. Discussed in this episode: -Introducing allergens -Working parents -Parenting in the workspace -Food allergy prevention -...

Need we say more? Check it out: https://www.nurturebynaps.com/ Be sure to follow us on instagram @nurturebynaps. The Silver Post (perfect gift for grandparents and loved ones): https://www.hello.thesilverpost.com/ *code: NAPSFAMILY Proactive Puffs from Mission MightyMe make it deliciously simple to feed your little one peanuts AND tree nuts - and big kids love them too! Visit missionmightyme.com t...

As requested, the NAPS team is taking on the "How To" podcast theme. To kick things off, Jamie is joined by Sarah Harmon. Sarah is a NAPS parent, licensed mental health therapist, yoga/mindfulness teacher, corporate wellness expert and founder of The School of MOM and Parent Wellness Group. Jamie and Sarah talk about self doubt and give a step by step guide to decision making in order to limit sel...

Are you pregnant? Are you overwhelmed with the amount of products and advertising that are targeted toward new families? Jamie and Emily offer guidance on prenatal preparation and pregnancy/ new parent education. Let NAPS support your family and prepare you for what to expect (and how to set yourself up for success!). Discussed in this episode: -Mental health -Pushing in labor -Communication -Life...

Emily is joined by NAPS parent, Christine Lawson, to discuss her personal experience and recovery from perinatal anxiety and depression. Discussed in this episode: -Perinatal mood disorders -Postpartum anxiety -Postpartum depression -Anger and irritability -Obsessive thoughts -Intrusive thoughts -Peer support -Therapy -Medication -Living with anxiety -Seeking help If you are struggling with a peri...

It has been a long time coming— Jamie and Emily are here to talk about the building of Nurture by NAPS, it's original launch and now it's relaunch! Mark your calendars, big things are coming on April 18th, 2023 (finally!!). Parenting is hard enough, we want to make it easier to find the answers and support that you are looking for from trusted parents & medical professionals. Check out our members...

If you know NAPS, you know Sarah Harmon. Sarah is a NAPS parent, licensed mental health therapist, yoga/mindfulness teacher, corporate wellness expert and founder of The School of MOM and Parent Wellness Group. This week, Sarah puts Emily in the hot seat to talk about her current overload and high expectations of herself. Discussed in this episode: Postpartum Anxiety Parenting Expectations High an...

Jamie and Emily recount stories from their time working together as labor and delivery nurses and the start of their friendship. Nurture Membership: https://boston-naps.teachable.com/ The Silver Post (perfect gift for grandparents and loved ones): https://www.hello.thesilverpost.com/ code: NAPSFAMILY Be sure to follow us on instagram @nurturebynaps

This week Emily is joined by Kendra E. Kearney, APMA®, of the Rise Private Wealth Management team. Kendra joins NAPS to discuss wealth management and financial family planning. FREE FAMILY FINANCIAL CHECKLIST:   https://lps.nurturebynaps.com/rise Discussed in this episode: -Expenses -Family finances -Childcare -College Savings -Family planning -Retirement -Financial goals -Financial management -Wo...

This week Jamie and Emily take "Moment for Mom" to the podcast in honor of surpassing their 100th episode production. In this episode you can expect real life advice from real life questions from fellow NAPS parents (like potty training, bottle feeding, sleep, and more). Discussed in this episode: -Potty training -Toddler sleep -Picky eaters -Parenting -Sibling prep -Discipline -Sleep training -Bo...

Emily is joined by Dr. Shelly Bhowmik, MD, MPH, founder of Platform Wellness, and a double board certified physician. Dr. Bhowmik specializes in preventative medicine and lifestyle medicine.  On this week's podcast, Dr. Bhowmik and Emily discuss all things burnout. What is burnout? What does burnout mean? How do you prevent it? How do you know if you have it? Mentioned in this episode: -Burnout -C...

As a follow up to our CPR episode, Jamie and Emily talk CHOKING and all you need to know. Discussed in this episode: -Choking -CPR
-Emergency response -Starting solids -Gagging -Choking vs. Gagging -Life saving skills -Gasping -Back blows -Heimlich maneuver -Infant and child CPR Book CPR with NAPS: https://www.nurturebynaps.com/infant-child-cpr The Silver Post (perfect gift for grandparents and lo...

Jamie is joined by Lenora Edward, Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), to discuss language development, speech, listening, and warning signs. As an SLP, Lenora describes her self as a specialist that works "above the neck"—think feeding, socialization, listening, talking, communicating, etc… Discussed in this episode: -Feeding -Eating -Speech -Language -Communicating with your child -Cognitive skill...

Postpartum care — the way it should be. Jamie and Emily discuss what is missing from postpartum care, their mission at NAPS and share the postpartum care they envision for families. Be sure to check out our in home day of discharge service: https://www.nurturebynaps.com/day-of-discharge Mentioned in this episode: -Incision check -Postpartum recovery -Home health care -Support -Visiting nurse -Inte...

On this week's episode, Emily is joined by NAPS mom, Christina Cartwright. Christina discusses her medical trauma, being a woman of color in the healthcare system, and her difficult journey to motherhood. Now she views motherhood as her superpower and is on a mission to change how the world views motherhood. Discussed in this episode: -Life changing moments -Identity evolution -Trauma before mothe...

Jamie and Emily discuss CPR: all you need to know. This is a must listen for all— parents, caregivers, and anyone who is around other human beings! Make this the year that everyone learns CPR. This episode prepares you for what to do until help arrives on scene and how to save a life. Discussed in this episode: -CPR -Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation -Infant and Child CPR -Safety -Life saving skills...

Emily is joined by Katie Thompson from WCVB, the Eye Opener. Katie is a NAPS parent, news anchor, reporter, and badass working mom. Emily and Katie talk about their experience as working parents and navigating the first year of her daughter's life. Discussed in this episode: -One year old transitions -Toddler schedules -Comparing your kids -Milestones -Development -First birthday -Working moms -Ch...

As the new year rolls in, Jamie and Emily discuss the (mostly) highs and lows of 2022. From business endeavors and expansion to maternity leave and transitions, Jamie and Emily offer more insight in what goes on behind the scenes at NAPS. Discussed in this episode: -Postpartum support -Validation for parents -Working parents -Maternity leave -Covid -Sleep training -Transitions -Parenting -Female f...

This week Emily is joined by guest, Samantha McCord, Founder and CEO of Conscious Diapers. Conscious Diapers is a price matched, subscription diaper service that helps parents find the right diapers for their baby by auditing each brand based on Ingredients, Environmental Impact, Animal Cruelty, human rights, and performance. Conscious diapers makes the overwhelming world of diapers, a lot more si...

This podcast episode is brought to you by MEFA. Go to https://www.mefa.org/save/u-fund-college-investing-plan to learn more about how to start saving for your child's future. In honor of the holiday season, and the stress and pressure that often accompanies this time of year, Emily and Jamie discuss what it means to "let it go". Let the things that do not matter to you GO! If it matters to you, th...

This podcast episode is brought to you by MEFA. Go to https://www.mefa.org/save/u-fund-college-investing-plan to learn more about how to start saving for your child's future. This week Emily is joined by wellness coach, mom, certified Fair Play facilitator, and yoga instructor, Julia Ludwig. The Fair Play Method is a communication system that helps to rebalance the invisible labor within the home...

TW: Infant loss. This week Emily is joined by Amanda Lauren--interior design expert, writer, podcaster, and momma to be! Amanda opens up about her fertility struggles, experience with infant loss and navigating her pregnancy. Discussed in this episode: -Miscarriage -Terminal pregnancy -Infertility -Ivf -Infertility as a medical condition -lgbtq+ conception -Insurance limitations -Fertility medicat...

This podcast episode is brought to you by MEFA. Go to https://www.mefa.org/save/u-fund-college-investing-plan to learn more about how to start saving for your child's future. After many questions regarding sibling prep and baby # 2 (and so on...), Jamie and Emily offer their wisdom on bringing home a new baby and how to best prepare your family. Discussed in this episode: -Prepping for a sibling -...

Kids are unpredictable… flying with kids can also be unpredictable but not to worry! This week, Jamie is joined by Kendra Koch, from Rent-a-Romper, and mom who has flown 30+ flights with her 2 years old daughter. Jamie and Kendra share all their tips, tricks, experiences, and their travel favorites. Discussed in this episode: -Breastfeeding -Packing -Checked bags -Traveling with toddlers -Travelin...