Beyond Beautiful Birth

Beyond Beautiful Birth is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network: https://www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts This episode was generously sponsored by Ferritin+ by Flora Health: https://florahealth.com/products/ferritin. Ferritin+ is a breakthrough plant-based Iron supplement with unparalleled bioavailability, clinically proven to increase ferritin iron levels without irritation or constipation. Visit www.florahealth.com and use code ECOPARENT15 to save 15% off Ferritin+. About the Episode Join us as we talk to Molly about full spectrum midwifery care. We dig deep here, addressing the myriad of reproductive experiences including miscarriage and abortion. We discuss the benefits of keeping these experiences close to home if possible, the medical and procedural options available, the benefits of herbal medicine, how to find the help that you need and how to support a loved one who may be experiencing loss. Guest Bio & Links Molly Dutton-Kenny is a Registered Midwife in Ontario practicing in the GTA. She was trained as a midwife in the United States and West Africa, and now makes her home with her family in Canada. She has a particular passion for supporting midwifery and public education, and in supporting a broad spectrum of pregnancy outcomes, including pregnancy loss and abortion. She advocates for a shift in the way we approach pregnancy loss and abortion from the midwifery perspective and model of care, looking to support holistic experiences and robust wrap-around care. http://www.mollyduttonkenny.com/ PILSC - https://pilsc.org/ Natural Liberty - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/559a971ee4b02838d134f030/t/5fd2af9876399c18c889aa7e/1607643038169/%5BSage-Femme_Collective%5D_Natural_Liberty_Rediscove%28BookZZ.org%29+%281%29.pdf Cervical Softeners - http://www.mollyduttonkenny.com/blog-mdk/natural-cervical-softeners Host Bio & Links Dr Dori Skye Engel is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Birth Doula practicing family medicine in Toronto with a special interest in Pregnancy, Pediatrics and Perimenopause. Mama to three wonderful, intense and dramatically different boys, she believes strongly in the innate wisdom of the human body and our powerful ability to heal. She can be found at http://www.familynaturopathy.cahttp://www.instagram.com/mamadollhttp://www.facebook.com/DrDoriND Natalie Tregaskiss is a Registered Midwife, a Labour and Delivery Nurse and a Board Certified Lactation Consultant who has been supporting families for over 17 years. She has three amazing children whom she is constantly learning from. Through her unique breadth of experience she helps parents birth with autonomy and transition to authentic parenthood. She can be found at http://www.instagram.com/tregaskiss1 About the EcoParent Podcast Network The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family’s health, the planet and to our children’s future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice across our six podcasts: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids’ nutrition, green beauty, healthy home, and raising greener teens. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life! www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts Partnerships: Editing and audio magic on this episode were performed by Carlay Ream-Neal.

Beyond Beautiful Birth is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network: https://www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts This episode was generously sponsored by Ferritin+ by Flora Health: https://florahealth.com/products/ferritin. Ferritin+ is a breakthrough plant-based Iron supplement with unparalleled bioavailability, clinically proven to increase ferritin iron levels without irritation or constipation. Visit www.florahealth.com and use code ECOPARENT15 to save 15% off Ferritin+. About the Episode Join us as we talk to Marisa about her co-authored book “Nine Golden Months” and just a handful of the ideas contained within it’s pages. We discuss the five “treasures” that can guide a person to an enlivened, empowered pregnancy and birth. We focus most of our time talking about the first treasure; “The Gift of Stillness”, including how to say “no”, how to find rest in your pregnancy and how to connect with your baby when they are wombside. We ask the question “what is self-trust and why is it so important to activate during pregnancy and throughout the motherhood journey?” We go a little deeper to examine the power of making and keeping small promises to yourself, the importance of prioritizing your own needs and cultivating and listening to your own intuition. This is a must listen for all new parents. Guest Bio & Links Marisa Belger is a life coach specializing in the motherhood journey as well as a women's group facilitator. She is co-author of a series of books for mothers including The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother, the bestselling guide to women-centric care in the early weeks of motherhood and Nine Golden Months: The Essential Art of Nurturing the Mother-to-Be. Her happy place is helping women click into the wisdom of their inner knowing so they can make choices that support their evolution. https://www.marisabelger.com Host Bio & Links Dr Dori Skye Engel is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Birth Doula practicing family medicine in Toronto with a special interest in Pregnancy, Pediatrics and Perimenopause. Mama to three wonderful, intense and dramatically different boys, she believes strongly in the innate wisdom of the human body and our powerful ability to heal. She can be found at http://www.familynaturopathy.ca http://www.instagram.com/mamadoll http://www.facebook.com/DrDoriND Natalie Tregaskiss is a Registered Midwife, a Labour and Delivery Nurse and a Board Certified Lactation Consultant who has been supporting families for over 17 years. She has three amazing children whom she is constantly learning from. Through her unique breadth of experience she helps parents birth with autonomy and transition to authentic parenthood. She can be found at http://www.instagram.com/tregaskiss1 About the EcoParent Podcast Network The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family’s health, the planet and to our children’s future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice across our six podcasts: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids’ nutrition, green beauty, healthy home, and raising greener teens. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life! www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts Partnerships: Audio magic on this episode was performed by Carlay Ream-Neal. This episode was edited by Emily Groleau.

Beyond Beautiful Birth is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network: https://www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts This episode was generously sponsored by Ferritin+ by Flora Health: https://florahealth.com/products/ferritin. Ferritin+ is a breakthrough plant-based Iron supplement with unparalleled bioavailability, clinically proven to increase ferritin iron levels without irritation or constipation. Visit www.florahealth.com and use code ECOPARENT15 to save 15% off Ferritin+. About the Episode Hear how Dr Melanie was impressively able to take a traumatic birth experience, where she felt as low as she ever has, and turn it into her life’s work - her mission to reclaim the postnatal experience and support other families in doing the same. We discuss how important early breastfeeding education is during the prenatal period and how to adequately prepare. We talk about how vital the first 6 hours - 4 days is, and what all three of us suggest as non-negotiables to set families up for success during that incredibly important early postpartum period. We go through some of the breastfeeding misinformation out there - hint - it’s not supposed to hurt! We go over how important the nervous system is in allowing us to breastfeed and then promoting a sense of calm and wellbeing once the breastfeeding relationship is solidly established. Lastly we have a thorough discussion on Tongue Ties, why they’re so prevalent and how to deal with them. Guest Bio & Links Dr Melanie Jacobson is a Naturopathic Doctor and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (ND/ IBCLC) and focuses on supporting families from preganacy to throughout their breastfeeding journey with prenatal education and hands-on lactation support from newborn to weaning. She began working with breastfeeding families after her challenging start to motherhood. She is passionate about supporting families with their individual breastfeeding goals and believes that prenatal education and early hands-on support can allow for a smooth transition into breastfeeding. Melanie holds degrees from the University of Toronto and the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She gained valuable international experience in the UK and Australia. She is also a busy mom of 2 amazing kids and enjoys gardening and exploring the outdoors with her family and puppy. https://melaniejacobsonnd.com/ To access OHIP covered lactation support with Dr Melanie https://ontariobreastfeedingclinic.ca/melanie-jacobson Host Bio & Links Dr Dori Skye Engel is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Birth Doula practicing family medicine in Toronto with a special interest in Pregnancy, Pediatrics and Perimenopause. Mama to three wonderful, intense and dramatically different boys, she believes strongly in the innate wisdom of the human body and our powerful ability to heal. She can be found at http://www.familynaturopathy.ca http://www.instagram.com/mamadoll http://www.facebook.com/DrDoriND Natalie Tregaskiss is a Registered Midwife, a Labour and Delivery Nurse and a Board Certified Lactation Consultant who has been supporting families for over 17 years. She has three amazing children whom she is constantly learning from. Through her unique breadth of experience she helps parents birth with autonomy and transition to authentic parenthood. She can be found at http://www.instagram.com/tregaskiss1 About the EcoParent Podcast Network The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family’s health, the planet and to our children’s future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice across our six podcasts: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids’ nutrition, green beauty, healthy home, and raising greener teens. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life! www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts Partnerships: Audio magic on this episode was performed by Carlay Ream-Neal. This episode was edited by Emily Groleau.

Beyond Beautiful Birth is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network: https://www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts This episode was generously sponsored by Ferritin+ by Flora Health: https://florahealth.com/products/ferritin. Ferritin+ is a breakthrough plant-based Iron supplement with unparalleled bioavailability, clinically proven to increase ferritin iron levels without irritation or constipation. Visit www.florahealth.com and use code ECOPARENT15 to save 15% off Ferritin+. About the Episode: Join us as we go back and relive each of our birth stories, one by one. We reflect on how different each birth is and how we always learn something new at every birth we are fortunate enough to be present for. We cover home births and surgical birth, we go through all the feelings and all the memories. Birth stories can be empowering and connecting. As Birth Workers, we NEVER tire of dissecting and honouring every birth story.The telling and retelling is a powerful tool of connection and understanding. Come along for the ride! Host Bio & Links: Dr Dori Skye Engel is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Birth Doula practicing family medicine in Toronto with a special interest in Pregnancy, Pediatrics and Perimenopause. Mama to three wonderful, intense and dramatically different boys, she believes strongly in the innate wisdom of the human body and our powerful ability to heal. She can be found at http://www.familynaturopathy.ca http://www.instagram.com/mamadoll http://www.facebook.com/DrDoriND Natalie Tregaskiss is a Registered Midwife, a Labour and Delivery Nurse and a Board Certified Lactation Consultant who has been supporting families for over 17 years. She has three amazing children whom she is constantly learning from. Through her unique breadth of experience she helps parents birth with autonomy and transition to authentic parenthood. She can be found at http://www.instagram.com/tregaskiss1 About the EcoParent Podcast Network: The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family’s health, the planet and to our children’s future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice across our six podcasts: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids’ nutrition, green beauty, healthy home, and raising greener teens. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life! www.ecoparent.ca/podcasts Partnerships: Audio magic on this episode was performed by Carlay Ream-Neal. This episode was edited by Emily Groleau.