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Fourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | Doula

Author: Sarah Roselinda Trott

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My name is Sarah Trott. I started this show when I became a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting.

When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn?

Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more.

First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives.

We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/

We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents.

Sarah Trott & Esther Gallagher xo
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We are covering fourth trimester fundamentals with this conversation and talking about what is needed in the first few weeks and months after birth. We're looking at postpartum recovery support through the lens of Ayurvedic practices and introducing the concept of the "sacred window".Most parents prepare for birth, but far fewer are prepared for what comes after. The early postpartum period is often when families feel the most depleted and unsupported.In this episode, we explore postpartum recovery support through honoring the sacred window, an Ayurvedic framework that centers rest, nourishment, and long-term healing.Christine Eck, founder of the Center for Sacred Window Studies, shares how her own postpartum experience led her to this work and what modern families can learn from these time-tested practices.In this conversation, you’ll hear:why the first 42 days postpartum matter for long-term healthsimple ways to support recovery through food, rest, and daily rhythmshow to create better support systems for yourself or your postpartum clientsThis episode offers practical, accessible ways to feel more supported during one of life’s biggest transitions.Enjoy!Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodast.comConnect with Christine Eck sacredwindowstudies.com | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeChristine's Center for Sacred Window Studies Conscious Postpartum Care TrainingThe Sacred Window Podcast Apple | SpotifyLearn more A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters) | The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer | The Top 10 Baby Sleep Questions Every Parent AsksResources FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramIf this episode helped you think differently about postpartum recovery, I’d really appreciate it if you took a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Your review helps more parents and professionals find this information and feel supported during the fourth trimester. Thank you!
In this episode, we explore birth center vs hospital birth, and what parents should know before deciding where to welcome their baby.Our guests are Certified Nurse Midwife Nancy Myrick, co-founder of the San Francisco Birth Center, and Monica Levine, Board Member of the San Francisco Birth Center Foundation. Nancy brings more than three decades of experience supporting births across home, hospital, and birth center settings.We discuss what birth center care actually looks like, how midwife-led care differs from hospital birth, and what research says about outcomes for low-risk pregnancies.For this episode, we are participating in Podcasthon, a global initiative highlighting nonprofits making a meaningful impact, and we’re honored to spotlight the work of the San Francisco Birth Center Foundation.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Nancy Myrick sfbirthcenter.com | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedInSF Birth Center Links SF Birth Center Info Sessions | SF Birth Center Foundation | Donate Here!Find a Birth Center and/or Midwife near you American Association of Birth Centers | Birth Center Equity | American College of Nurse-MidwivesLearn more Birth Center Research on Outcomes | Embrace Empowerment: The Transformative Benefits of Birth Center Birthing | Home Birth As An Alternative To The Hospital | Why And How To Bond With Your Newborn - Dr Joanna Parga-BelinkieBirth Place Lab facilitates multi-disciplinary and community-based participatory research on high quality maternity health care across birth settingsResources FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection | Book: First Forty DaysConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
In this episode, perinatal psychologist Dr. Shosh shares how becoming a grandparent may reactivate old experiences, including anxiety from early parenthood. We explore healthy boundaries, communication, and how families can navigate this stage with confidence, clarity and care. This episode is so informative, and it also works beautifully as a conversation kickstarter between the new parents and new grandparents. Communication is key.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Shoshana Bennett drshosh.com | Dr Shosh Radio Show | Dark Side Of The Full MoonDr Shoshana's books Children of the Depressed: Healing the Childhood Wounds That Come from Growing Up with a Depressed Parent | Postpartum Depression For Dummies | Pregnant on Prozac: The Essential Guide To Making The Best Decision For You And Your Baby | Beyond the Blues: Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression & AnxietyLearn more Generational Parenting, featuring PSI Founder Jane Honikman | The Recipe for Being a Cool Grandpa with Greg Payne | When Perimenopause And Postpartum Overlap with Dr. Shosh Bennett | Intimacy After Baby in a Way That Feels Right for You with Dr Shosh | The Myths Of Motherhood | postpartum.netResources FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramIf this episode helped you better understand the transition to grandparenthood, please leave a review. Your feedback helps other families find grounded, evidence-based support during the fourth trimester and beyond.
In this episode, IBCLC and Certified Nurse Midwife Lisa Paladino explains how to recognize tongue tie symptoms, when breastfeeding pain needs evaluation, and what to expect from treatment.Learn how to make an informed decision about treatment. We'll share questions to ask your doctor, the signs that your baby might have tongue tie, pros and cons of a frenectomy and when to wait on a procedure.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcact.comConnect with Lisa Paladino tonguetieexperts.net | Instagram | Lisa's Tongue Tie for Parents Guide BookLisa's Book It Shouldn't Hurt to Nurse Your Baby: Healing the Six Most Common Causes of Nipple PainLearn more Breastfeeding No Judgement Guide - Say Goodbye To Breastfeeding Pain | Nutrition, Breastfeeding - Building Your Community | The Real Story Behind Breastfeeding (& How To Set Yourself Up For Success) | Manage Milk Supply, Proper Breast Pump Usage, Feeding On DemandResources FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Father mental health during pregnancy is one of the most overlooked risk factors for postpartum depression and infant bonding challenges. In this episode, we explore how Dadcare and father-inclusive prenatal care can prevent postpartum depression and strengthen families from the very first visit.This is a powerful conversation with Edward M Stephens MD and PSI-Founder Jane Honikman that enables everyone who listens to take action to create meaningful change in family health.Learn how you can make a major impact for your own family and for generations to come.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Ed Stephens Foundation for Male Studies | Facebook | LinkedIn |Ed's Publications Dadcare.org Bringing the Father into PregnancyConnect with PSI Founder Jane Honikman janehonikman.comJane's Publications Postpartum is Forever: Social Support from Conception through Grandparenthood | Parental Mental Health: Factoring in Fathers Workbook (And AudioBook here) | Love, Secrecy & Birth: An Original StoryLearn more Generational Parenting, featuring PSI Founder Jane Honikman | Postpartum Recovery Plan | Pinpoint Where You Are on the Spectrum of Mental Health | Bringing Fathers into Pregnancy - Dr Ed StephensResources PSI Help for Dads | HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Support International Parent Groups | PSI HelplineConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
It's time to find out what the word "yoni" means. And, how to tune into your pelvic floor.This episode is about leaning into your innate power and wisdom. Learn how to pause and honor the profound transitions that happen throughout your life.Britt Fohrman is here to lead us through the what, how and why for yoga for your yoni. Learn to connect, alleviate discomfort, and feel good in your own body.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Britt Fohrman brittfohrman.com | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedInBritt's Classes (Code FOURTHTRIMESTER for 10% OFF for on-demand course) Yoga for Your Yoni | Preparing Your Vagina for Birth In person - San Francisco | Preparing Your Vagina for Birth On Demand | 7 Days to Becoming More Confident in Opening for Birth with Britt-Free Video Series | Practices for Body Awareness | Prenatal Partners Yoga and Massage: Conscious Connection for Birth and BeyondOur favorite Fourth Trimester Books The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother | Becoming the Parent You Want to Be: A Sourcebook of Strategies for the First Five Years | Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood | Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La CuarentenaLearn more Prepare your Vagina for Birth with Britt Fohrman, Birth Educator & Doula | Somatic Experiencing Can Build Attachment Between Parent And ChildResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester GuideConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
If you had a best friend who knew everything there was to know about how to heal Diastasis Recti safely, your friend would be Leah Keller.She's our guest on this episode and our topic is a very deep dive into how to identify issues, and heal and strengthen your core during pregnancy and after birth. (And that could be many years, several decades after birth even, and still benefit.)Let's learn together from a woman who has spent her career researching and implementing solutions that really work.All women deserve to achieve successful outcomes for their physical health.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Leah Keller Every Mother | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeUse these links for Every Mother for 10% OFF Prenatal Birth Prep Course | Post Birth Healing | Diastasis Recti Recovery | All ProgramsLearn more Prepare For Birth With Confidence With Leah Keller, Founder Of Every Mother | Relax the Pelvic Door for a Safer, Easier Birth | Postpartum Bodies Change And That's A Good Thing - Love Your Body For The Body It IsConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
According to the CDC, women are having babies later in life. "First births for older mothers increased, with a 12.6% rise for those aged 30 to 34 and a 25% increase for mothers aged 35 and older."The continuing trend of delayed motherhood means more cases of older moms experiencing perimenopause during their postpartum recovery period. With very similar symptoms between perimenopause and postpartum, how can a person tell what is happening or even know what to do about it?On this episode, Dr Shosh explains symptoms, mental health impact, and evidence-based support.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Shoshana Bennett drshosh.com | Wellness Plan | Dr Shosh Radio Show | Dark Side Of The Full MoonDr Shoshana's books Children of the Depressed: Healing the Childhood Wounds That Come from Growing Up with a Depressed Parent | Postpartum Depression For Dummies | Pregnant on Prozac: The Essential Guide To Making The Best Decision For You And Your Baby | Beyond the Blues: Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression & AnxietyLearn more Intimacy After Baby in a Way That Feels Right for You with Dr Shosh | The Myths Of Motherhood | Why Women Are Slipping Through The Cracks | Postpartum OCD Is A Thing | postpartum.net | How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a BabyResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Sarah Healy is a certified sleep consultant who puts the health and wellness of babies first. And this fact is precisely why we invited her to be our guest on Fourth Trimester.Healthy family sleep is our topic, including key considerations around sleep training such as age, developmental factors, the unique needs of a given baby plus the unique needs of the parents and other adults in the household.After working with over 2,000 families and counting, Sarah has gained a great deal of wisdom that will benefit anyone looking to improve the amount and quality of sleep for their family.She will break down the fundamentals for us on this episode to get everyone feeling and sleeping better right away.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpocast.comConnect with Sarah Healy sarahhealysleep.com | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeSarah's services (Code FOURTH1 for 10% OFF Consultations & FOURTH for 50% OFF On-Demand Classes) On-Demand Sleep Classes | ConsultationsLearn more The Top 10 Baby Sleep Questions Every Parent Asks | Dr Angelique Millette on Sleep Training | Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain DevelopmentResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Learn what Nutritional Psychiatry is and how it supports a healthy fourth trimester.Esther and Sarah have a great conversation with holistic health educator Celeste Brinkerhoff about micronutrients, genetics and tools that help people improve their mental health.As Celeste reminds us, “Prevention is everything. If both parents strengthen their nutrition and mental health before baby arrives, the whole family benefits.”Listen to learn simple tools that will help prevent symptoms that affect bonding, stability, and recovery.Enjoy!Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Celeste Brinkerhoff www.iammentallyreal.com | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Hardy NutritionalsMicronutrient Studies mentioned on the episode Protective effect of micronutrients used to treat antenatal depression on rates of postnatal depression at six months: A secondary analysis of NUTRIMUM | Additional Studies Learn more Preeclampsia Prevention, Warning Signs, and Treatment during Pregnancy & Postpartum | The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer | The Top 10 Baby Sleep Questions Every Parent AsksResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram | TikTokSpecial offer: Research-backed micronutrients for all the phases of your parenting journey. Code: FOURTH for 15% OFF hardynutritionals.com
Here are empowerment tools for postpartum wellness from an OB-GYN who has helped thousands of families during pregnancy, birth and the fourth trimester. In this episode Dr Eboni January shares what she advises families based on her experiences after delivering 8,000 babies and counting.These Fourth Trimester tools can be used by everyone. They are about keeping parents and baby safe and well-resourced. Knowledge is power. Enjoy!Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Eboni January doctorej.com | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | X | LinkedIn | YouTubeDr Eboni January's book EMPOWERED MOTHERHOOD: Essential Guide to Thriving During Pregnancy and BeyondLearn more Dadcare.org | Masterclass on Labor Complications | Wellness Wheel | Calm App | A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters) | The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer | The Top 10 Baby Sleep Questions Every Parent AsksResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Preeclampsia affects around 5-10% pregnancies, and increasingly we are learning new ways to lower risks. Here's how.In this episode, we are joined by OBGYN and maternal health leader Dr. Amanda P. Williams to talk about what every parent and perinatal professional should know about preeclampsia prevention, warning signs and treatment.Yes, this episode is all about safer pregnancies and healthier babies.You’ll learn who’s at higher risk, why low-dose aspirin and a home blood pressure cuff can be lifesaving, the postpartum warning signs that should never be ignored, and how doulas, partners, and families can advocate when it matters most - we even include scripts so you will know exactly what to say.Enjoy!Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcact.comConnect with Dr Amanda P Williams LinkedIn | Instagram | CMQCC.orgPreeclampsia Prevention Guides Guide for Parents from March of Dimes | Guide for Clinical Teams from March of Dimes | Low-dose Aspirin to Prevent Preeclampsia & Related Preterm Birth Initiative by CMQCCEssential at-home tools for pregnancy & postpartum Blood Pressure Cuff | AWHONN Post-Birth Warning Signs one-pager to hang on the fridgeLearn more California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative (CMQCC) | The State of Postpartum Maternal Health with Dr Amanda P Williams | Data-Driven Parenting With Dr Amanda P WilliamsOur favorite Fourth Trimester Books The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother | Becoming the Parent You Want to Be: A Sourcebook of Strategies for the First Five Years | Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood | Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La CuarentenaResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
We had a lovely conversation with multiple-time founder Miki Agrawal on the best diapers & how small efforts parents make now can have a big impact for future generations. Listen to the episode to learn how certain diapers are better and healthier for your baby. Plus, pick up many great parenting tips along the way. The highest quality products aren't always the most expensive, and they may surprise you with how much better they are for your baby's health and the planet.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Miki Agrawal hirodiapers.com | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedInCode FOURTHTRIMESTER at hirodiapers.com for a special intro offer of $99 for life on the monthly HIRO's Journey Subscription including diapers, HIRO Pouches and 4 packs of wipesLearn more One Simple Move Parents Can Make To Save Money, Time & The Planet | Reproductive Psychiatry: Optimizing Your Mental Health with Dr Ida EdenResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Spoiler alert: there's no perfect set of ingredients that will make anyone the perfect "cool grandpa". However, there are general guidelines that will get most people well along the way - at least for the parts in their control.What's key? Communication, boundaries, having fun. Here's the 'recipe', if you will, in a nutshell. (Plus a little self-reflection!)So here's the 'recipe' from Cool Grandpa Greg Payne on how to put the guidelines into practice for your own family, including the considerations from both sides of the grandparent-parent fence. Enjoy!Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Greg Payne cool-grandpa.us | Facebook | LinkedIn | Cool Grandpa Shop | PodcastGreg's book My Grandpa's GrandpaLearn more Generational Parenting, featuring PSI Founder Jane Honikman | Bringing Fathers into Pregnancy - Dr Ed Stephens | The Dos & Don'ts Of Being A Respectful & HELPFUL Visitor To A New Parent | Grandparents: Roles & BoundariesResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
What would happen to your baby if something happened to you? It’s a difficult question, but one every parent needs to face.In this episode, estate planning attorney Patricia De Fonte shares how to create a plan that protects your loved ones, minimizes stress, and reflects your values.It doesn't matter how much money or assets you have - every parent needs to have a plan in place to protect their family’s peace of mind.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Patricia De Fonte defontelaw.com | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTubeEstate Planning with Heart Free Workshops Learn more Family Financial Wellness: Three Finance Must-dos for Families | How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits | How to Prepare for Hospital Birth (and Avoid Unnecessary Interventions) with HeHe StewartResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | Instagram
Healthy families start with healthy parents (and wherever possible, that includes the father!). Dr. Ed Stephens shares his groundbreaking “Bringing the Father into Pregnancy” questionnaire, a simple, life-saving tool that helps strengthen families, and give babies the healthiest possible start.This episode gives parents and perinatal professionals research-backed insight into fathers’ mental health and its impact on families.Listen to learn simple, proven ways to protect connection from the very start.This is an amazing legacy and we're excited to help share Dr Ed Stephens' work with the world. Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Ed Stephens Foundation for Male Studies | Facebook | LinkedInEd's Publication Bringing the Father into Pregnancy | GiveButter Donation PageLearn more Generational Parenting, featuring PSI Founder Jane Honikman | Dad Real Talk: How First Time Dads Can Become The Father They Want To Be | How Partners Can Prepare for Parenthood (The Power of Snuggling)Resources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection
Becoming a parent changes a lot - including how we connect with our partners. On this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast, I'm joined by my co-host Esther Gallagher as well as special guest Dr. Shoshanna Bennett, a pioneer in perinatal mental health, to talk about what intimacy really looks like after a baby arrives. Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Dr Shoshana Bennett drshosh.com | Dr Shosh Radio Show | Dark Side Of The Full MoonDr Shoshana's books Children of the Depressed: Healing the Childhood Wounds That Come from Growing Up with a Depressed Parent | Postpartum Depression For Dummies | Pregnant on Prozac: The Essential Guide To Making The Best Decision For You And Your Baby | Beyond the Blues: Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression & AnxietyLearn more The Myths Of Motherhood | Why Women Are Slipping Through The Cracks | Postpartum OCD Is A Thing | postpartum.net | How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You After You Have a BabyResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramSome of the links we have on the show notes help support the work that we do - if you decide to purchase through an affiliate link, the show receives a small commission and it really helps us out 
This is a wonderful conversation with experienced nutritionist Argavan Nilforoush about feeding and nourishing your baby, especially when there are specific dietary concerns. Argavan is a registered dietitian nutritionist and she is based in the San Francisco Bay area. She brings years of experience working with families, infants and children across both hospital and outpatient settings. She founded Baby Steps Nutrition, where she offers individualized support to help children thrive from addressing picky eating, poor weight gain, food allergies to maternal lactation, nutrition, and as a mom herself.Argavan knows firsthand the challenges and questions that come with feeding little ones, especially during the critical fourth trimester and beyond. We discuss typical growth, starting solids, and navigating all the conflicting advice that's out there. She offers practical advice and strategies for baby nutrition generally, as well as when there are dietary concerns.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Argavan Nilforoush babystepsnutrition.com | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter / XLearn more A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters) | Get A Healthy Start - Nutrition, Breastfeeding & Building Your Community with WIC's Kiran Saluja | Nutrition and Nourishment - The EssentialsOur favorite Fourth Trimester Beach Reads The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother | Becoming the Parent You Want to Be: A Sourcebook of Strategies for the First Five Years | Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood | Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La CuarentenaResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramSome of the links we have on the show notes help support the work that we do - if you decide to purchase through an affiliate link, the show receives a small commission and it really helps us out
On this episode we are joined by Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie, a neonatologist, board-certified lactation consultant, and the author of the The Baby Bonding Book: Connecting With Your Newborn.We discuss medical as well as practical and emotional aspects of bonding, including why and how to bond with your newborn. This is great listening for parents, grandparents, supporters, visitors, and well, everyone really.You'll learn the early aspects of newborn development in terms of practical, evidence-based tips for nurturing early connection as well as learn how that impacts lifelong health.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comDr Joanna's book The Baby Bonding Book: Connecting With Your NewbornConnect with Dr Joanna Parga-Belinkie Pediatrics on Call podcast | LinkedIn | InstagramLearn more Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain Development | The Power of Touch in Supporting Infant DevelopmentResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramSome of the links we have on the show notes help support the work that we do - if you decide to purchase through an affiliate link, the show receives a small commission and it really helps us out 
Dr. Sonal Patel is a board-certified pediatrician, neonatologist, lactation specialist, TEDx speaker, author, and founder of NayaCare: Fourth Trimester Clinic. With a passion for improving maternal and infant health, she offers curated talks designed to empower professional women navigating the intersection of career, motherhood, and personal well-being.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comSonal's book The Doctor & Her Black Bag: How Old-Fashioned Care Tackles Maternal Mortality and Benefits America’s EconomyConnect with Pediatrician Dr Sonal Patel nayacare.org | Facebook | InstagramLearn more Family Financial Wellness: Three Finance Must-dos for Families | How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits with MAMAttorney Daphne Delvaux | How Partners Can Prepare for Parenthood (The Power of Snuggling)Resources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews CollectionConnect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramSome of the links we have on the show notes help support the work that we do - if you decide to purchase through an affiliate link, the show receives a small commission and it really helps us out 
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