The Parenting and Pregnancy Podcast

In this episode, I am speaking with Beka Clayton, a mother of 3 and motherhood advocate. Beka lost her son, Miles, at 19 weeks. This is such an illuminating conversation. Throughout this conversation, Beka shares her experience of losing Miles. She also shares a lot of invaluable advice for those experiencing infant loss or for those supporting somebody going through it.Follow Beka on instagram: @beka.xo.coBeka's FREE guide to a physiological hospital birth: https://bekaxo.com/free-guide/Beka's Blog: https://bekaxo.com/blog/The Instagram Channel referred to in this episode who discusses miscarriage kits. She is a miscarriage advocate: @kierra_b_art Miscarriage Kit: https://heavensgain.org/miscarriage-kits/

Chiropractic care can be beneficial to your health and wellness throughout your life. This is especially true during pregnancy and postpartum. However, not all chiropractic care during pregnancy is created equally. Today, I am sitting down with Dr. Cassie Benne to discuss how chiropractic care can support your body, the impact of stress on your body's ability to heal, the webster technique, and more.Find a Webster Certified, Pediatric Certified, or Perinatal Certified Chiropractor in your area: icpaforkids.comLearn more about Dr. Benne: bennefamilychiropractic.comFacebook: Benne Family ChiropracticInstagram: @DrCassieBenneConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMP

What do you know about pelvic floor health? For most people, the answer is very little. Today, I sat down with Dr. Rhianna Wickett to learn more about what your pelvic floor is and how it works, how it can impact your well-being, and how a pelvic floor physical therapist can help.Learn more about Dr. Wickett's practice here: elevateperformancesd.comFacebook and Instagram: @ElevatePerformanceSDTwitter: @ElevateSoDakConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMP

As you are preparing for your birth, you may have discovered Birth Doulas. In this episode, I sit down with Brooke Boetcher, a Birth Doula in the Black Hills of South Dakota. We cover so much, including what a birth doula is, how a birth doula supports everyone throughout labor, and the support that a Birth Doula can provide beyond what a partner provides.Do you want to connect with Brooke? You can find her on Facebook and Instagram @forlifedoula or you can email her at forlifedoula@gmail.comConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMP

Are you considering having a homebirth? Are you just curious about what home midwifery care looks like? Today I am sitting down with Annette Weller, A Certified Nursing Midwife located in the Black Hills of South Dakota.Connect with Annette Weller here: blackhillsmidwifery.comEmail: blackhillsmidwife@gmail.comConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMP

There are many myths about babywearing. In this episode, we are debunking many of the babyweairng myths. We are also discussing the benefits of babywearing with a Certified Babywearing Educator, Crystal Pawlus.Learn more about Crystal's services here: beyondthebumpbh.comInstagram: @beyondthebumpbhFacebook: @beyondthebumpbhConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMPStyles mentioned:Ring Sling: https://wildbird.co/products/warbler-solid?variant=31567650586690&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=15444661411&utm_content=&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnlFZrSg90PTdQmM4sxr-HvYtv3BFJ0Rp81qvyRF9dqA-R7FzRs9l2saAmWoEALw_wcBStretchy Wrap: https://tuckandbundleshop.com/products/citadel-blue?variant=39019757906&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnnRbWrZE9jbrGRlqj2HJ2jomeBOGF77KL2ZT_85XXlLURK2JTitpd4aAur8EALw_wcBWoven Wrap: https://www.littlezenone.com/collections/woven-wraps/products/didymos-baby-woven-wrap-jade?variant=12188993978448Buckle Carrier: https://babytula.com/collections/free-to-grow-baby-carriers/products/moss-tula-linen-free-to-grow-baby-carrierMei Dai: https://mama-roo.com/products/wrap-tai-jurassic-park?variant=32173094338630&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_campaign=gs-2019-12-31&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnn5hn_FzS8zpYV6uDVb006Vfl4-_-CYaeK-j8Ri4B7Hzl80kwdNFMcaAlyqEALw_wcBWeego Twin Carrier: https://weego.com/products/weego-twin?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnmItxBTgUdmKL-l2ZEbiSiU5wDRV4qcDYJBodsVFQNLAcoiTm3EXg4aAoZyEALw_wcB

As you begin looking into the world of babywearing, you may find yourself overwhelmed by all of the brands and styles. In this episode, Crystal Pawlus walks us through each style of carriers, how they work, and some of the benefits of each style.Learn more about Crystal's services here: beyondthebumpbh.comInstagram: @beyondthebumpbhFacebook: @beyondthebumpbhConnect with the host, Sydney here: parentingandpregnancy.comInstagram: Parenting_and_PregnancyFacebook: ParentingAndPregnancyTCMPStyles mentioned:Ring Sling: https://wildbird.co/products/warbler-solid?variant=31567650586690&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=15444661411&utm_content=&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnlFZrSg90PTdQmM4sxr-HvYtv3BFJ0Rp81qvyRF9dqA-R7FzRs9l2saAmWoEALw_wcBStretchy Wrap: https://tuckandbundleshop.com/products/citadel-blue?variant=39019757906&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnnRbWrZE9jbrGRlqj2HJ2jomeBOGF77KL2ZT_85XXlLURK2JTitpd4aAur8EALw_wcBWoven Wrap: https://www.littlezenone.com/collections/woven-wraps/products/didymos-baby-woven-wrap-jade?variant=12188993978448Buckle Carrier: https://babytula.com/collections/free-to-grow-baby-carriers/products/moss-tula-linen-free-to-grow-baby-carrierMei Dai: https://mama-roo.com/products/wrap-tai-jurassic-park?variant=32173094338630&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_campaign=gs-2019-12-31&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnn5hn_FzS8zpYV6uDVb006Vfl4-_-CYaeK-j8Ri4B7Hzl80kwdNFMcaAlyqEALw_wcBWeego Twin Carrier: https://weego.com/products/weego-twin?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv2TBhDoARIsALBnVnmItxBTgUdmKL-l2ZEbiSiU5wDRV4qcDYJBodsVFQNLAcoiTm3EXg4aAoZyEALw_wcB