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The Birth Lounge Podcast
We’re exploring option from conception to childhood to help women take control of their fertility, birth experience, postpartum healing, and motherhood journey! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from influencer parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenthood for an empowering and educational walk with a birth and newborn expert and the found of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, HeHe Stewart.
Episodes
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 373: Baby Wearing Without the Stress: Safety, Benefits, and Choosing the Right Fit with OT Jordan Morillo
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the world of baby wearing with Jordan Morillo, a perinatal health OT, certified babywearing consultant, and…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 372 Hypnobirthing Explained: Insights from Expert Katharine Graves
In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, I’m sitting down with Katharine Graves, the powerhouse behind KG Hypnobirthing, to uncover the magic of turning…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 371: The Surprising Consequences of Synthetic Dyes with Whitney & Brandon Cawood
This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, one of HeHe’s favorite things to have on hand for a comfy pregnancy and postpartum period! Use code HEHE for 40%…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 370: 9 pieces of Bad Breastfeeding Advice that are Wrecking Your Breastfeeding Relationship
In this spicy World Breastfeeding Week episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe is calling out the BS that’s messing with your breastfeeding journey. From the…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 369: Healing After A Traumatic Birth: Prevention, Treatment, and Real Talk with Krysta Dancy
Welcome back to The Birth Lounge Podcast, where we say the quiet parts out loud and hold nothing back when it comes to protecting your power in birth. In this…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 368: Exploring holistic remedies for HPV with Mimi Lindquist
Welcome back to The Birth Lounge, where we ditch shame, question the mainstream, and talk about your body with zero fluff and full truth. In this episode, I’m…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 367: The Toxic Truth: How Glyphosate is Secretly Destroying Your Health with Kelly Ryerson
Welcome back to The Birth Lounge Podcast—where we challenge the status quo, ask the questions the system hopes you won’t, and take your family’s health…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 366: Is your deodorant poisoning you? with Jenn Thatcher
In this eye-opening episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe is joined by Jenn Thatcher, the founder and CEO of Zebra, to discuss the alarming truth about the…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 365 Managing Postpartum Challenges with Dr. Candice Wood: Navigating Perfectionism, Partner Dynamics, and Mental Health
Make sure your hubby is prepared for parenting with our Dad Daze course! In this insightful episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe is joined by Dr. Candice…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 364 The Hidden System Running Your Health: Lymphatic Drainage 101 with Dr. Chris Motley
In this episode of the Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe interviews Dr. Chris Motley, an alternative health practitioner specializing in traditional Chinese…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 363: The Overmedicalization of birth and your right to decline with Melanie the Midwife
This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, one of HeHe’s favorite things to have on hand for a comfy pregnancy and postpartum period! Use code HEHE for 40%…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 362: Do's and don'ts of aesthetics like botox during pregnancy and nursing with Claire O'Bryan
In this enlightening episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe dives into the world of skincare during pregnancy with nurse practitioner Claire O'Bryan…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 361: Q+A with HeHe from IG DM's: due dates, flying while pregnant, informed decisions, and more!
Join us in this solo-cast of the Birth Lounge podcast where HeHe dives into a Q&A from her instagram community! In this episode, she is addressing some of your…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 360 Unlocking Your Birth Chart with Helena Woods
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe welcomes special guest Helena Woods, a world-traveling astrocartographer and author of 'Slow Living.' Helena…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 359 Your Postpartum Plan: Tools and Tips for a Smooth Transition Solo-cast with HeHe
This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, one of HeHe’s favorite things to have on hand for a comfy postpartum! Use code HEHE for 40% off the softest PJ’s…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 358: Unveiling Spiritual Connections: Psychic Mediumship, Spirit Babies, and More with Jessica Lynne
In this fascinating episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe is joined by Psychic Medium Jessica Lynne to delve into the world of psychic mediumship…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 357: Navigating Parental Leave in the U.S.: Insights from Hello Bundle's Linzay Davis
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe welcomes Linzay Davis, founder of Hello Bundle, to discuss the complex landscape of parental leave in the…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 356: Tackling Perceived Low Milk Supply and Maximizing Breastfeeding Success with Ashlee Brown, IBCLC
In this insightful episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe welcomes Ashlee Brown, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mother of…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 355: Understanding Gestational Diabetes: Testing, Risks, and Management with Midwife Melissa Chappell
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe discusses one of the most requested topics, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM), with midwife Melissa…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 354: Managing MCAS Naturally: Insights from Integrative Health Practitioner Heather Oricchio on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Welcome back to another episode of The Birth Lounge podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into managing and healing symptoms of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 353: Trigger Happy: The MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) Episode with Dr. Zac Spiritos
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe shares her 5-year struggle with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), a condition where mast cells release…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 352: Radical Responsibility in Free Birth: Lacey Barratt's Birth Stories
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe dives deep into the often misunderstood topic of free birth with birth photographer and doula Lacey…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 351: Why choose free birth with Alia Wright
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, we delve into the often controversial topic of free birth with guest Alia Wright, a free birth coach, doula, and…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 350: Solocast: The Top 5 Key Things to Consider for Your Birth Plan with HeHe Stewart
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe shares untraditional aspects to consider when creating your birth plan, or birth preference sheet, as HeHe…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 349: Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage with Britta Bushnell, PhD
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe delves into the transformative journey of birth and parenthood with guest Dr. Britta Bushnell—an expert in…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 348: Navigating Growth Restrictions in Pregnancy with Dr. Stephanie Martin
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe discusses the topic of fetal growth restriction (FGR), including intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 347: Understanding Shoulder Dystocia: Navigating the Risks and Maneuvers with Marisa Huebsch
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe is joined by guest Marisa Huebsch to discuss the topic of shoulder dystocia, a rare but serious…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 346: Oral Care and Fertility: Surprising Links with Dr. Craig Clayton
Join HeHe in a fascinating interview with Dr. Craig Clayton, a holistic dentist with a passion for birth and women's health. The conversation covers various…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 345: Revolutionizing Women's Health with Incora Health Wearable Earrings with Theresa Gevaert
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe introduces listeners to Incora Health, a revolutionary pair of earrings designed to give deep insights into…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 344: Recast: Drowning Prevention: Essential Water Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know with Tyler Bradshaw, CWSI
In this recast, you can join HeHe and Tyler Bradshaw from Aqua Tots as they dive deep into the crucial topic of water safety for children. This episode covers…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 343 Why Fetal Positioning is Key to a Smooth Labor with Dr. Elliot Berlin
In this episode, Dr. Berlin shares his personal journey from childhood aspirations in healthcare to becoming a chiropractor, massage therapist, and birth…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 342: From Doula to Mom: HeHe's Surprising Pregnancy Announcement
Have you ever wondered how a doula prepares for birth and pregnancy?! In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe shares some exciting news!! After a…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 341: From Policy to Practice: The State of Women’s Healthcare with Natalie Davis from United States of Care
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe dives into what’s happening in women's health and healthcare access, focusing on the postpartum landscape and…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 340: Connecting Communities Through Donor Milk with Kelly Cox of Share the Drop
In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe chats about the benefits and logistics of donor milk with Kelly Cox, founder of Share the Drop, an innovative…
The Birth Lounge PodcastHealing After C-Section and Understanding the C-Section Shelf with Janette Yee
In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe and guest Janette Yee, a perinatal athletic therapist, discuss the often-overlooked aspect of C-section…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 338: Q+A with HeHe from IG DM's
In this solo episode, HeHe dives into the questions flooding her DMs—covering some of the most common (and confusing) topics in pregnancy and birth! We’re…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 337: Using AI in Motherhood with Sarah Trott
In this episode, HeHe and Sarah Trott discuss the integration and benefits of AI in parenting, particularly focusing on the new tool Hello Gaia, developed to…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 336: SOLOCAST: Doula Q+A (for Birth Workers) with HeHe
Calling all doulas ready to level up! In this Q+A-style episode, I’m answering your most-asked questions straight from Instagram about how I built a thriving…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 335: SOLOCAST: What Dads Can Do During Labor to be Stellar Birth Support
In this empowering episode, we’re talking directly to the dads and partners! If you’ve ever wondered “What can I actually do during labor?” — this one’s for…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 334: Recast: Understanding Pharmaceutical Inserts with Alexandra from Just The Inserts
In this episode, we share a recast of episode 302 where HeHe chats with Alexandra, the founder of Just The Inserts, to discuss the crucial topic of informed…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 333: Comparing Canadian and American Birth Experiences with Katherine Debs
In this episode, HeHe has a heartfelt conversation with her close friend and past doula client, Katherine. Together, they explore Katherine's distinct birth…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 332 Vitamin D in Pregnancy with Sarah Thompson
In this episode, Sarah discusses the often overlooked importance of specific minerals and vitamins during pregnancy, with a deep dive into vitamin D. She…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 331, Recast Pushing Effectively with Melissa Chappell, LDEM, CPM
In this recast episode of the Birth Lounge Podcast, host HeHe and certified professional midwife Melissa Chapel dive into candid discussions about pregnancy…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 330: Recast: Are Cervical Checks important with Melissa Chapell, LDEM, CPM
In this recasted episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe welcomes midwife Melissa Chapel to discuss critical topics for expecting parents. They dive…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 329: Recast of Four Induction Methods No One has Shared with You
In this episode of the Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe provides a thorough overview of effective and evidence-based induction methods that may be lesser-known…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 328: Eczema: The Gut-Health Connection with Dr. Nina-Marie Rueda
In this episode, HeHe interviews Dr. Nina-Marie, an expert on gut health and pediatric wellness. They discuss the foundational importance of gut health…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 327: Protein in Pregnancy: What you should eat, how much and why with Amanda Howell
In this episode, Amanda joins HeHe to discuss the critical importance of protein intake for women, specifically regarding overall health, pregnancy, and…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp 326: Advice from Your Big Sister with Jessie & Amanda
In this episode of the Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe welcomes Jessie and Amanda, hosts of the Pregnant Bitches podcast, to discuss a variety of topics…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 325 Conscious & Confident: Making the Decision to Choose Something Different with Kayla Grove
In this episode, Kayla Grove, an ICU nurse, joins the podcast to talk about the importance of patient autonomy and informed consent in healthcare. Kayla shares…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 324 Debunking VBAC Myths: What You Really Need to Prepare for a Hospital Birth with Trish Ware
In this episode, HeHe interviews Trish, aka Labor Nurse Mama, discussing her extensive experience as a high-risk labor and delivery nurse specializing in VBAC…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 323: SOLOCAST: 6 Things to do if you have an Epidural
HeHe shares 6 things she would absolutely do if she was getting an epidural in labor! These are not the traditional things like 'keep moving,' rather she is…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 322 Birth Order Explained: How Sibling Hierarchy Influences Personality and Success with Dr. Robert Hurst
HeHe is joined by Dr. Robert Hurst, who delves into the fascinating world of birth order and its profound impact on our lives. From understanding how birth…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 321 Establishing Healthy Breastfeeding Foundations from Day One with Trisha Ludwig
In this insightful episode, HeHe welcomes Trisha Ludwig from the Down to Birth Show to explore the critical aspects of breastfeeding. They discuss the…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 320 Showing Up Authentically: The Power of Self-Exploration With Dr. Gertrude Lyons
HeHe is joined by Dr. Gertrude Lyons to discuss the journey of living a fuller, more purposeful life, and the importance of authenticity in motherhood. Dr…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 319: 10 Essential Strategies I’d use as a doula for Unmedicated Hospital Birth with HeHe Stewart
In this episode HeHe addresses one of the most frequently asked questions: How to achieve an unmedicated birth. These are the steps she would take if she was…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 318: Screen Time Risks and Rewards with Pediatrician Dr. Joel Warsh aka, DrJoelGator
In this Birth Lounge Podcast episode, host HeHe discusses the complexities surrounding screen time for kids with Dr. Joel Warsh aka DrJoelGator, a…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 317: Transforming Birth Experiences: How Brigid Tebaldi Leveled Up Her Births
In this episode, HeHe is joined by Brigid Tebaldi, a mother of five who shares her transformative journey through multiple childbirths, ranging from traumatic…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 316: Navigating Birth Plans and Hospital Communication with Dawn Hancock from Pivotal Birth
Join HeHe in an enlightening conversation with Nurse Dawn from Pivotal Birth to discuss the critical aspects of creating a birth plan and the importance of…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 315: How to Choose the Right Doula for Your Birth with HeHe
In this episode, HeHe provides an in-depth guide to finding the perfect doula to support your birth journey. She covers the best time to hire a doula, what to…
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 314: Beyond Morning Sickness: Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Learning to Advocate for Yourself with listener, Anna Cosentino
Join HeHe and guest Anna Cosentino in this eye-opening episode where Anna bravely shares her harrowing experience with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) during her…