Birth, Baby! | Guidance for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Parenting

Welcome to Birth, Baby!, your go-to podcast hosted by Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly, seasoned birth doulas and childbirth educators from Austin, Texas. Join us as we navigate the intricate journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, offering invaluable insights and expert advice. Through candid interviews, personal anecdotes, and evidence-backed content, we aim to empower families with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. Whether you’re seeking guidance on prenatal care, birth planning, or navigating the early days with your newborn, we’ve got you covered. Tune in to Birth, Baby! and embark on your parenthood journey with confidence.

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Episodes

Tuesday Oct 03, 2023

Let’s talk about what your options are for birthing locations! So many people struggle with figuring out what the best place is for them. We will explore the pros and cons of each of these options to help you make the decision that’s best for you! Just because your best friend, sister-in-law, or neighbor gave birth in a certain setting doesn't mean that's what is best for your birth. Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Sep 26, 2023

On today’s episode we’re chatting with Jeanne Reilly. Jeanne is a Registered Dietitian and mother of two with over a decade of training and experience in nutrition science and application. She is the Co-Founder of I Am Nurtured, a holistic nutrition supplement company with the mission of supporting parents from pre-conception through postpartum and beyond with the ideal vitamins, minerals, and botanicals they need to thrive through every stage of parenthood.Website: https://www.iamnurtured.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamnurtured/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamnurtured/Offer for listeners: mention BIRTHBABY to receive 15% off any orderPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Friday Sep 22, 2023

Today we’re chatting with Katie Tims. Katie is an IBCLC and is here with us to give some tips on choosing a breast pump and finding parts that fit! Katie lives near Dripping Springs with her husband and two daughters, enjoying family time, reading, and involvement in her church community. With trained expertise, personal breastfeeding experiences, and a passion for education, Katie offers customized and flexible lactation care for parents on their infant feeding journey. Her interest in becoming a lactation consultant stemmed from successfully advising struggling breastfeeding peers.Website: https://www.milkdiva.com/IG: @milk_divaPodcast: The Boob Business Podcast by Milk DivaWebsite mention in this episode: https://exclusivepumping.com/open-vs-closed-system/Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Sep 19, 2023

In today’s episode we will talk to Jes Gannon and discuss what a postpartum doula does and doesn't do. We'll also talk about the difference between a night nanny/night nurse and a postpartum doula. Tune in to hear how a postpartum doula can help you.Jes Gannon is a mama of two daughters, passionate homeschooler, and dedicated Postpartum Doula. She is also a Newborn & Postpartum Care Educator, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and Parenting Coach. Jes brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to support families during the transformative journey of parenthood. Her commitment to supporting healthy development in both newborns and parents shines through her in her work. Jes is an invaluable resource for those seeking nurturing guidance and support on their parenting journey.Website: www.EmpoweredBeginningsATX.comInstagram: @jesgannon_doulaPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Sep 12, 2023

Today we’re talking to Danielle about the birth of her daughter and her surrogacy journey. She opens up about the process of deciding to become a surrogate, all that goes into the IVF process, traveling to receive medical procedures, and the birth and postpartum experience. Danielle is mother to her daughter & 3 stepsons as well as an entrepreneur. She and her husband have a handyman/carpet cleaning business & she recently started her own guidance business providing card readings, life guidance sessions, and reiki energy healing treatments. She is passionate about healing, growth, self-improvement, and helping herself and others reclaim their power. The next certification she is working on is her doula certification. She looks forward to providing a unique doula service incorporating reiki energy healing, card reading, and intuitive guidance into her practice. Danielle is dedicated to helping women reclaim their power to give birth naturally and without unnecessary interventions. She believes it is her mission in life to spread healing & light to as many people as she can and help us all to remember that the answers we are searching for are already within us.Website: www.magicmoonandme.comInstagram: @‌magicmoonandmeFacebook, Google, Yelp: The Magic, The Moon, & Me GuidanceOffer for listeners: mention BIRTHBABY for 10% off a card reading session or reiki energy healing treatment.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!This episode is sponsored by Stork. Check out their incredible luxury prenatal retreat this fall. http://www.storkatx.com/retreat Be sure to mention BIRTH, BABY! at checkout for $200 off. Hurry! Space is limited!

The Golden Hour: Baby Edition

Tuesday Sep 05, 2023

Tuesday Sep 05, 2023

We already covered the golden hour from the parent’s perspective, so today we’re going to talk about what it is and what it looks like from the baby’s perspective. The important things to remember, the medications that may be offered, and why skin to skin is so important.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Aug 29, 2023

Let’s talk about the golden hour! We’re going to talk about what it is and what it looks like from the parents' perspective. What will that first hour look like? What medications are offered, what procedures are done, and what should you be looking out for? There will be an episode that follows this where we go into the golden hour from the baby’s perspective.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Friday Aug 25, 2023

Today we have Naiomi Catron with us to talk about a couple of warnings you need to know before ordering a breast pump! It’s important to know how to navigate using your lactation benefits with your insurance so you’re not caught by surprise!Naiomi Catron, R.N., IBCLC, is a compassionate professional with a decade of experience in maternal and newborn care. As both a highly skilled Labor & Delivery Nurse and an accomplished International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), she excels in providing exceptional support to new parents during their transformative journey into parenthood.Naiomi's commitment to nurturing the health and well-being of mothers and newborns led her to establish the thriving multi-provider private practice, Milk Diva, based in Austin, TX. Under her guidance, Milk Diva has expanded its offerings to include a comprehensive range of services, encompassing Lactation Consultation, Infant & Toddler Nutrition, and Chiropractic care.She has not only been a source of unwavering support but has also built and trained a team of extremely qualified professionals who share her same passion for families. Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Naiomi has received prestigious awards, including the Daisy and HumanCare awards, highlighting her dedication to exemplary patient care. Her two Austin Birth Awards are a testament to her unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding and equitable care to all families. With Naiomi and her expert team, parents can trust they are in caring and capable hands during their parenthood journey.Naiomi and her team can be found:Podcast called The Boob Business Podcast with Milk Diva at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1885195IG https://www.instagram.com/milk_diva/FB https://www.facebook.com/MilkDivaAustin/https://www.milkdiva.comAnd you are also invited to grab our free Newborn Feeding Cheatsheet here -> https://www.milkdiva.com/newborn-feeding.htmlPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Aug 22, 2023

On today’s episode we’re talking with Jess and Emily of Moontower Midwifery. They are two of the three midwives of the newest midwifery practice in Austin, Texas. They have low intervention rooms located inside of St. David’s North Austin Medical Center. We can’t wait to have them share ALL the information about their new practice here in Austin.Moontower Midwifery Website: www.http://moontowermidwifery.com Email: moontowermidwifery@gmail.comInstagram: @moontowermidwiferyPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

Tuesday Aug 15, 2023

On today's episode we talk about placenta encapsulation with Peggy Garcia. Peggy is a wife, mother of six children, and the owner of BeLoved Doula Care in Austin, Texas. She is a birth and postpartum doula, lactation counselor, and placenta specialist. Join us as she shares the ins and out of placenta use and consumption. If you have any questions for Peggy or want to learn more about her services, you can find her in the following places!Email: beloveddoulacare@gmail.comWebsite: www.beloveddoulacare.comPlease feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: www.BirthBabyPodcast.comIntro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!

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