The Cappella Podcast: Exploring the Beautiful Chaos that is Early Childhood and Parenting

In Season 2 Episode 6 of the Capella Podcast, we delve into the world of early childhood innovation with a panel of trailblazers whose companies are redefining parental support. Join us as we explore the stories behind Zenimal, Storybook, Kindello, Mamahood, and Storybutton - each founded to offer unique solutions to the challenges faced by new and experienced parents alike. From screen-free meditation devices and relaxation apps for kids, to a marketplace for nurseries and daycares, and platforms connecting caregivers with healthcare professionals, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and parenting. Listen in as our guests share their personal journeys into the early childhood sector, driven by their own experiences and a shared mission to empower parents around the globe. Whether you're navigating the nursery selection process, seeking community support, or looking for innovative ways to introduce calmness and storytelling into your child's life, this special episode is for you. Connect with our guests: Zenimal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Storybook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Kindello: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Mamahood: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Storybutton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Find the youtube video interview here! For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ To get in touch with us, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠hello@cappella.io⁠⁠⁠! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Get the Cappella App! Join Apolline Deroche in this enlightening solo episode as she delves into the fascinating world of newborn crying. Drawing on her extensive experience in neonatology, Apolline explores the critical transition from the womb to the world and how newborns communicate through crying. This episode offers an in-depth look at various cries, including hunger, fatigue, pain, and discomfort cries, and provides insights into how these cries differ in tone, intensity, and context. With a focus on both physiological and psychological aspects, Apolline sheds light on the myriad of factors influencing newborn cries, such as birth mode, gestational age, and postnatal care. Through a blend of scientific understanding and practical observations, this episode is an invaluable resource for parents and caregivers seeking to better comprehend and respond to their newborn's most primal form of communication. Tune in to unlock the secrets behind each whimper and wail, and learn to interpret what your baby is trying to express. For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ To get in touch with us, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠hello@cappella.io⁠⁠⁠! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

In this episode of the Cappella Podcast, we are joined by Elizabeth Newcamp, co-host of Slate’s "Mom and Dad are Fighting" podcast, travel blogger at Dutch, Dutch, Goose, and a mother of three who currently resides in Tokyo, Japan. Elizabeth shares her unique perspective on parenting, travel, and embracing the spontaneity of life with kids. She offers invaluable tips on traveling with children of different ages, balancing the structure of parenting with the unpredictability of adventures, and how to turn every trip into an enriching family experience. Dive into this episode to explore how travel can profoundly impact family dynamics and children's worldview, and discover practical advice for parents embarking on their own family journeys. Follow Elizabeth and her family: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Find the youtube video interview ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ To get in touch with us, send us an email at ⁠⁠hello@cappella.io⁠⁠! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

In the third episode of season 2 of The Capella Podcast, host Apolline Deroche welcomes Nwannia Sorzano, a devoted mother and the administrator of a prominent European formula feeding support community. In this insightful conversation, they delve into the world of parenting communities and their significant impact on parents globally, with a particular focus on formula feeding options during times of scarcity. Nwannia, a mother of three, shares her personal parenting journey, her involvement in her formulas parent support community, and offers nuanced advice for new parents navigating the early stages of parenthood. This episode is a deep dive into the collective wisdom of parenting experiences, shining a light on the importance of individualized advice and the role of community support in modern-day parenting. Meet Nwannia Sorzano, a dedicated mother of three incredible children, ages 8 (a charming young man), 7 (an adventurous spirit), and a sweet 6-month-old baby girl. As a passionate advocate for parents navigating the rewarding journey of formula feeding, Nwannia proudly serves as the administrator of the largest online community for formula feeding support: the Kendamill HIPP and Holle Parent Support group on Facebook. Nwannia's journey into parenthood led her to become a trusted source of wisdom and guidance. Her mission extends beyond formula feeding, as she also offers invaluable parenting advice for kids of all ages. Nwannia's warm and empathetic approach has earned her the respect and admiration of countless parents seeking reliable support and camaraderie. In the world of parenting, Nwannia Sorzano is not just a guiding light; she's a compassionate friend who understands the joys and challenges that come with raising children. Join her in the Kendamill community and experience firsthand the wisdom, encouragement, and unwavering support she provides to parents worldwide. Connect with Nwannia and her community: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠ Find the Youtube video interview ⁠⁠here⁠⁠! For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ To get in touch with us, send us an email at ⁠⁠hello@cappella.io⁠⁠! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Welcome to the second episode of the second season of The Cappella Podcast! We're thrilled to have you back for another exciting installment of our show. What makes our podcast so special is its ability to explore the diverse aspects of parenting, and today's episode is a perfect example of our commitment to tackling the many dimensions of parenthood. In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Tara Clark from Modern Mom Probs. Tara is a multifaceted individual with a wealth of experience and expertise in the world of parenting. We are incredibly grateful to Tara for joining us on The Cappella Podcast, and we are sure that you will find her insights and experiences enlightening and relatable. Thank you for joining us, and we hope you enjoy this episode of The Cappella Podcast! Tara Clark is an author, speaker, content creator, podcaster, and the founder of Modern Mom Probs. After becoming a mom and recognizing a hole in the online space for moms to authentically connect, she launched her Instagram account in 2016. She has since built a valued community, solidifying herself as a humorous, trusted voice in the parenting space. Her work has been featured in prominent publications including Buzzfeed, Today, Motherly, Parents.com, Scary Mommy, Romper and Yahoo Life.Tara published her first parenting book, “Modern Mom Probs: A Survival Guide for 21st Century Mothers” in April 2021. As an advocate for maternal mental health support, Tara held the honor of being the 2021 Spokesperson of The Blue Dot Project, the national symbol for maternal mental health survivor-ship, support, and solidarity.In 2022, she launched the Modern Mom Probs podcast where she seeks to find solutions for modern mom problems by interviewing medical experts, therapists, popular content creators and authors, including New York Times best-selling authors Dr. Shefali, Eve Rodsky, and Tiffani Thiessen.An avid mental health advocate, Tara has spoken about content creator burnout at conferences, such as Mom 2.0 Summit and This is It Network.Tara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Villanova University and an MBA from Metropolitan College of New York in Media Management. She currently lives in New Jersey with her husband and son. Connect with Tara: ⁠Instagram ⁠| ⁠Tiktok | Twitter | ⁠Website Find the Youtube video interview ⁠here⁠! For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Linkedin⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ To get in touch with us, send us an email at ⁠hello@cappella.io⁠! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

So excited to be back for Season 2!! And what a great way to kick things off. In this episode, we're giving you a glimpse into a live coaching session. Jessi Sletten is a postpartum empowerment coach. Lauren is an expecting mom. Together, they'll dive into Lauren's first birth and postpartum experience and how to learn from it to make the second one way more enjoyable. This is a unique conversation that every expecting or postpartum parent needs to hear. Jessi Sletten, CLC, PMH-C, is a passionate postpartum empowerment coach who guides expecting and new parents with compassion and expertise. With dual bachelor's degrees in Human Development & Psychology and certifications as both a Lactation Counselor (CLC) and Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C), Jessi draws on profound knowledge and a nurturing approach. She supports families through pregnancy, childbirth, and the critical fourth trimester transition to parenthood.Jessi's comprehensive approach includes tailored birth and postpartum planning, allowing her clients to envision and shape their ideal journey into parenthood. Her evidence-based infant feeding education and support pave the way for parents to confidently meet their breast, chest, or bottle feeding goals. The holistic postpartum nutrition services she provides are a cornerstone, promoting recovery, hormone regulation, and optimal milk supply.After struggling through her own difficult postpartum experience, Jessi found purpose in ensuring all birthing parents are seen, heard, and empowered. In her philosophy, the well-being of both parent and baby is of equal importance, and she wholeheartedly affirms all feeding choices.Through Empowering Postpartum, Jessi fosters a judgment-free sanctuary where her clients can truly thrive in their transition to parenthood, not just survive. Infused with the warmth and wisdom cultivated on her own journey, Jessi adeptly guides new families towards connection, confidence, and the abundant joy that parenthood can bring. If you're seeking personalized support to craft the postpartum experience you genuinely deserve, reach out to Jessi today. Connect with Jessi:Instagram | Facebook | Website Book a free consultation with Jessi:⁠ https://p.bttr.to/3asBFhk DIY postpartum planning eCourse: ⁠https://empoweringpostpartum.com/product/postpartumplanningcourse/ Free Nourishing Bone Broth Recipe:⁠ https://mailchi.mp/23566ef9d271/bonebrothrecipe⁠ Jessi@empoweringpostpartum.com Lauren is the mom of a fiery little red-headed 3-year-old and birth worker fighting for informed consent. Connect with Lauren: Instagram Find the Youtube video interview here! For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | Youtube To get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

I'm so excited to introduce you to Heather Magill, a DONA certified postpartum doula and a mother of three. Heather brings an incredible sense of calm, confidence, and connection to families all over the North Shore and Boston area. As a new parent, adjusting to life with a newborn can be overwhelming. That's why Heather is here to provide a helpful, reassuring presence that allows you to build a strong foundation for your new family relationships. Her expertise in newborn care, sleep solutions, and parenting resources will give you the tools you need to navigate this exciting, but sometimes challenging, chapter of your life.Follow Heather and Infant Concierge:Website | Instagram | FacebookFind the you tube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Attention parents! Are you struggling to get your little one to sleep through the night? Look no further than Lake County Sleep, founded by certified pediatric sleep consultant Erin Meinel. As a mother of two boys and a former elementary education professional, Erin knows the importance of quality sleep for childhood development and overall well-being. Her passion for sleep led her to launch Lake County Sleep, where she helps parents teach their children important sleep skills to promote growth, development, health, and happiness. Trust us, a good night's sleep is just a few clicks away with Lake County Sleep!Follow Erin and Lake Country Sleep:Website | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Dr. Rubin is a general pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist practicing in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. She worked at a large academic center as an outpatient general pediatrician for 13 years before opening her new Direct Pediatric Care practice, In Touch Pediatrics and Lactation. Dr. Rubin loves providing pediatrics, breastfeeding medicine, and 4th-trimester care services in patients’ homes, when and where they need them most! She continues to be involved in teaching medical students as the adviser for her Breastfeeding and Lactation 4th Year Elective, and she serves as the Co-Chair for the Committee on Breastfeeding for the Illinois chapter of the AAP and is a board member of the North American Board of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine. www.intouchpediatrics.comFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Dr. Liz Donner is a pediatric hospital medicine doctor coming to us from Orlando, Florida. As a specialty-trained hospitalist, she devotes 100% of her clinical time to taking care of children admitted to the hospital, from when they are admitted from the emergency room until they are ready to be discharged home.She did her fellowship training through Baylor in Texas and graduated residency from the University of Florida. She is the rising program director for the upcoming fellowship program at Nemours Children's Hospital in central Florida. Today she'll be talking about common viral illnesses in childhood.Follow Liz and My Friend The Pediatrician:Facebook | Instagram | TwitterFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Cara Tyrrell is the mother to three girls, an early childhood educator, conscious parenting coach and founder of Core4Parenting. While teaching preschool and Kindergarten, she identified a pattern of underdeveloped skills sets in her students leading her to found Core4Parenting. Cara has Bachelor degrees in American Sign Language (ASL) and Linguistics and a Master’s degree in Education. Her soul and science-based courses and coaching programs empower new moms to embrace their parenting personal development journey while teaching them how to maximize their baby’s early learning. She believes that world ready kids will change the world!You can follow on Instagram @core4parenting and connect with her inside Core4’s Virtual Village, a facebook community for conscious moms transforming the toddler years!Contact Info: carat@core4parenting.comPodcast: Transforming the Toddler Years: Conscious Moms Raising World and Kindergarten Ready KidsSocials: Instagram, TikTok , LinkedInVirtual Village - Free Support Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4parentingFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Leslie is an award-winning entrepreneur, author and internationally acclaimed speaker. She is the creator of the award-winning Academic Planner: A Tool for Time Management®, a planner that helps students develop and master time management skills, and the award-winning author of “What’s the Deal with Teens and Time Management,” a parents step-by-step guide to help teach their teens the time management skills they need to succeed in learning and in life.A respected resource on ADHD and Executive Functioning, Leslie writes a weekly column called “Dear ADHD Family Coach” for ADDitude Magazine, the premiere resource for adults and children with ADHD and LD. She is also a contributing writer for Family Circle Magazine and writes on a wide variety of topics facing parents today.Leslie is a graduate of the JST Coach Training Program for teens and college students with ADHD and LD. For the last three years, Leslie has been named by Global Gurus as one of the top ten time management experts in the world.Order Out of Chaos’ mission is to provide hands-on education, guidance and coaching to parents and their students through customized products and programs, so all children – both mainstream and with learning issues – can develop the necessary skills they need to experience success in learning and in life.Follow Leslie and Order out of chaos:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest | LinkedInFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Karlee Vincent has managed technology and branding events for 100,000 attendees while struggling to breastfeed during cross-country travel. Her persistence led to new company policies, including breast milk shipments sent from the road to a mom’s home at company expense. Karlee was also the driving force behind the establishment of a mothers' room, a private space for nursing moms at every company conference.Karlee’s passion for empowering nursing moms in the workplace is the inspiration behind the Traveling Milk Truck. Her essays have appeared in Scary Mommy, Tiny Beans and TODAY's Parenting Team.She has been interviewed on podcasts such as The Breastfeeding Talk Podcast and Compassionate Mindfulness, named one of Canada’s top 10 mindfulness podcasts. Karlee has also been a featured expert for articles published on WSJ, CNN, Ms. Magazine, SFWC blog and has appeared on the Tamron Hall Show. She was a guest speaker at the San Francisco Writers Conference in July 2022.Karlee, her husband, and their two school-aged daughters, live near San Francisco.www.karleevincent.comwww.travelingmilktruck.comFacebook | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokFind the youtube video interview here!For more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter | YoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

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Sam Gardner is the CEO and co-founder of Happypillar, a digital therapeutic app bringing evidence-based mental health support to families everywhere.Happypillar leverages machine learning and licensed clinical play therapists to provide parent coaching and real-time personalized feedback.When she’s not obsessively thinking about Happypillar, she’s either hanging with her two kids (age 5 and 2), trying to squeeze in a chaptor of a book or an episode of a show, or biking around Austin, TX.Sam has 10 years experience as a leader and operator in startup customer success. She’s an advocate for parents in the workplace, and for parents getting the support they need at home too.Watch the interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/5l04THDtmDIFollow Happypillar on social media:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTwitterTikTokFor more from Cappella, follow us on all social media channels:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTwitterYoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

Arianna Taboada, MSW, MSPH, is the founder of The Expecting Entrepreneur, a consulting firm that helps entrepreneurs design parental leave plans that meet their business model and personal needs. Her highly personalized services for entrepreneurs incorporate both her expertise as a maternal health professional and her own experience as a business owner and mother. Prior to her consulting practice, Arianna worked on maternal health issues for over a decade as a health educator, a social work trainee, a reproductive health researcher, and a yoga therapist.Arianna speaks and writes about parental leave and respectful maternity care as an issue of social justice, human rights, and economic equity. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals such as the International Journal of Health Equity, Advances in Social Work, and Ethnicity & Health. She is a coauthor of Degrees of Difference: Reflections of Women of Color on Graduate School, published by The University of Illinois Press in 2020.Learn more at www.theexpectingentrepreneur.com.Follow Arianna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariannataboada/Mentioned in the episode: the state programs and a better balance to compare them: https://www.abetterbalance.org/our-issues/paid-family-medical-leave/For more, follow us on all social media channels:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTwitterYoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message

This week, for the first episode of the Cappella podcast, Cappella founders Apolline and Isaac take some time to introduce themselves, to introduce Cappella, and to talk about what to expect from the Cappella Podcast moving forward.On the Cappella Podcast, you can expect informative and inspiring interviews from experts in early childhood, parenting, babies, toddlers, etc. We have a great lineup coming up, so stay tuned!For more, follow us on all social media channels:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedinTwitterYoutubeTo get in touch with us, send us an email at hello@cappella.io! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cappella/message