The Clearbirth Podcast

Your host Annette Perel is excited to bring you this new season. She has changed the format: going from interviewing guests to creating a more intimate experience. Sharing her experiences and birth stories from a doula with 20 years of experience. Find the show on Facebook (@annetteperelclearbirth) Instagram (@annetteladoula) Tiktok (annetteladoula) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com. This is a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Resources: Why Did No One Tell Me This? By Natalia Hailes and Ash Spivak: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Did-One-Tell-This/dp/0762495669 WWW.EVIDENCEBASEDBIRTH.COM Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe, and gracias/thanks for listening! This podcast is hosted and produced by Annette Perel and edited and managed by Randie Chapman at Wordie Productions.

Join your host Annette Perel, a doula of 20 years, for The Clearbirth Podcast! This podcast is all about demystifying all things pregnancy, birth, and beyond so that women know they have a choice and agency when it comes to their care and raising their children. In this episode, you will hear from Thelis Negron owner of Mind Body Experience a premier high-end personal training and nutrition studio in Montclair. Thelis speaks about the importance of nutrition and healthy food habits during pregnancy. This is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Facebook @annetteperelclearbirth Instagram @annetteladoula, Tiktok @annetteladoula, my website www.clearbirth.nyc, or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget to rate us 5 stars and leave a review. I will read them in a future episode. Resources for this episode: Thelis’ website www.mbxfit.com You can follow Thelis on Instagram @thelisnegron Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe, and gracias/thanks for listening! This podcast is hosted and produced by Annette Perel and edited and managed by Randie Chapman at Wordie Productions.

Join your host Annette Perel, a doula of 20 years, for The Clearbirth Podcast! This podcast is all about demystifying all things pregnancy, birth, and beyond so that women know they have a choice and agency when it comes to their care and raising their children. In this episode, Annette will speak with Dr. Haroun on the importance of chiropractic care for health and wellness but more importantly the benefits of Chiropractic care during pregnancy. This is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Facebook @annetteperelclearbirth Instagram @annetteladoula, Tiktok @annetteladoula, my website www.clearbirth.nyc, or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget to rate us 5 stars and leave a review. I will read them in a future episode. Resources for this episode: The Webster Technique: https://youtu.be/hMNoqZSzNCU Living Well Balanced: https://wellbalancedchiropractic.com/ Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe, and gracias/thanks for listening! This podcast is hosted and produced by Annette Perel and edited and managed by Randie Chapman at Wordie Productions.

Join your host Annette Perel, a doula of 20 years, for The Clearbirth Podcast! This podcast is all about demystifying all things pregnancy, birth, and beyond so that women know they have a choice and agency when it comes to their care and raising their children. In this episode, will hear Jessie Bonilla and Karen Lopez speak about their transition from doulas to making the leap to midwifery. They also speak to the time-honored tradition in Mexican culture of birth and care of the whole family. This is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Facebook @annetteperelclearbirth Instagram @annetteladoula, Tiktok @annetteladoula, my website www.clearbirth.nyc, or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget to rate us 5 stars and leave a review. I will read them in a future episode. Resources for this episode: Rebozo Techniques in Labor: https://youtu.be/mjHhP92ckv4 Mayan Abdominal Massage: https://youtu.be/ka66Fsy-NS4 How to Become a Midwife: https://youtu.be/9DhFY4VTPHE How to Become a Doula: https://youtu.be/MI66DRTlXjI You can follow Jessi on Instagram @chicome_itzcuintli and Karen on Instagram @pateraamalibre Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe, and gracias/thanks for listening! This podcast is hosted and produced by Annette Perel and edited and managed by Randie Chapman at Wordie Productions.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Midwife and Childbirth Educator, Nubia-Earth Martin.They discuss several current events issues including the Derek Chauvin trial, a medical violence incident at a birth center, and a controversy surrounding the cultural appropriation of the Rebozo technique used by Mexican midwives.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with licensed esthetician and owner of Melaskin Studio, Lakeisha Dale.They discuss why Lakeisha decided to pursue her esthetician license, the many different factors that can affect your skin, and how the pandemic affected her as a small business owner. You can follow Lakeisha in Instagram @keeshology and @melaskinstudio.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with the hosts and founders of Birth Stories in Color, Laurel Gourrier and Danielle Jackson.They discuss some of their favorite birth stories they've heard on their podcast, sometimes feeling anxiety around supporting hospital births, and Laurel and Danielle share their own birth stories!This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with founder of Ancient Song Doula Services, Chanel Porcia .They discuss how Chanel is working to combat maternal mortality among African-American women in NYC and New Jersey, why serving the underserved is so important, and her own birth experience.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with registered nurse and End-of-Life Doula, Shantell Riley.They discuss how Shantell became a registered nurse, why she champions the underdogs in her life, and what drew her to working as a Death Doula.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with birth doula and childbirth educator, Bonu deCaires.They discuss the rise of the caesarean section and maternal mortality rates among black and brown mothers, and combating racist outcomes in hospitals.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Martine Jean-Baptiste, Founder of FAHM, Foundation for Advancement of Haitian Midwives.They discuss Martine's journey to becoming a licensed midwife, the reasons that home births can be a good alternative to hospital births, and how she founded her non-profit organization, FAHM.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Dr. Zhaleh Boyd Phillips, Certified Steam Practitioner based in Atlanta, GA.They discuss the history of vaginal steaming, its the various benefits, and how she came to understand her own sixth sense abilities.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Montse Olmos.They discuss the Montse's journey to birth work, the history of the use of the rebozo in Mexico, and how cultural appropriation has led to a misunderstanding and misuse of the rebozo.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Johanne Picard-Scott, a nationally board-certified Diplomate in Acupuncture and Herbology.They discuss the holistic approach of acupuncture, Johanne's practice at Harlem Chi Community Acupuncture, and how the community model introduces acupuncture to people who would otherwise never see its benefits.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Regina Conceicao, a certified birth doula and founder of A Passion for New Beginnings.They discuss how to handle tension between doctors and loved ones in a birth setting, how Regina leans on her "doula tribe," and the benefits of finding your doula early in pregnancy.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Blue Andrews, Carolyn Parker, and Oge Emetaron in a round table talk.They discuss what it's like to enter the world of doula work, how important it is to find your community, and what is keeping them inspired through these tough times.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Tiffany and Amber, two new mothers who had very different birthing experiences during the COVID-19 outbreak.They discuss how hospital policies changed so quickly, how they had to adjust their birthing plans, and how partners and family had to roll with the changes as well.This podcast is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with a round table of experts on the importance of postpartum care and much more. Today's guests include LaShanda Dandrich, Audelle Bodie, and Tanisha Evans-Martin. LaShanda and Audelle are part of the Uptown Village Cooperative.This is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with Dr. Kameelah Phillips, a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist in New York City. They discuss how to prioritize the patient's needs with collaborative care, countering the bad science surrounding the care of black bodies, and much more.You can follow her on Instagram @drkameelahsays and please visit her website https://www.callawomenshealth.comThis is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your host Annette Perel as she speaks with a round table of experts on the state of doula work during the COVID pandemic. Today's guests include Valencia Andrews, Maiysha Kramer, and Emilie Rodrigues. You can find them on instagram at @DoulaValencia, @Maiysha_campbell_doula, and @ashebirthingservices, respectively.This is also a platform for listeners to voice their questions and tell their stories. Find the show on Instagram (@clearbirthpodcast) or send an email to clearbirthpodcast@gmail.com.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe and thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.