Ep. 371: The Surprising Consequences of Synthetic Dyes with Whitney & Brandon Cawood

If you don’t know..you might not get to the hospital and go straight to Labor and Delivery. Sometimes you do, but sometimes you don’t. When you get to the hospital, you will most likely be asked to go to a smaller exam room and the nurse will grab a few vitals like your temperature, your blood pressure, a reading on the electronic fetal monitoring, and a cervical exam. If you need/want an IV placement, now is the time this will happen as well.  If you are going to the hospital for induction, a scheduled c-section, or during transition you will most likely not go to triage. I’m breaking it all down and what to expect upon arrival at the hospital in today’s episode!    A FREE training on HOW TO STAY IN CONTROL DURING LABOR! Brought to you by: The Birth Lounge

3 Apr 202013min

From intentionally choosing your birth place to understanding c-section rates in your area, it all plays a role in your birth experience. In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, Dr. Neel Shah dives into what we know about c-sections, why our country has such an astronomical rate of them, and what you can do to decrease your chances of “being sectioned” during labor and delivery. We dive into access (or lack there of) and how this impacts thousand of birth stories each year. Dr. Neel shares how birthing people in rural parts of our country will have different experiences than folks in the cities with better and more abundant access to healthcare. Dr. Neel says, “We know the right mortality rate is zero. We don’t know know the right amount of c-sections..and it’s not zero.” We go deep into cesarean sections being life saving surgery, but also balancing that with medical manipulation. He shares that asking question is a wonderful way to stay in control of your care. Plus, he shares a tidbit about nuchal cords during birth (ie: the cord being wrapped around your baby’s neck).  This episode is a MUST LISTEN if you are having a baby after literally this moment right now. Drop everything and RUN to download it. It’s going to change the way you think about birth, inductions, and c-sections… You can check out this FREE bundle on HOW TO AVOID A C-SECTION!   Guest: Dr. Neel Shah Brought to you by: The Birth Lounge

31 Mars 202056min

Today, HeHe is joined by Ann Marie Paul, a spiritual activator for divine feminine wisdom. She teaches the ancient art of Yoni Eggs which opens up a woman to her own bodies wisdom and sensuality. She is leading us today down the path of igniting your sexual self and harnessing your inner goddess. HeHe and Ann Marie are diving into what a yoni egg is, how to use it, what to expect from it, and why you need one. Ann Marie is also sharing her thoughts on how we teach and talk about sexuality with kids. Why don’t we start off by defining sensuality vs. sexuality… I’ll see you there!   Connect with Ann Marie Paul here! // Use code HEHE15 to save 15% on the Yoni Egg Initiation Online Program Join us on Facebook by searching The Tranquility Tribe

6 Mars 20191h 2min

Are you a mama that wonders if your birth is "normal"? Do you look back on your birth and think "Things didn't go... like I thought they would." Maybe you know your birth was traumatic and you're trying to navigate that headspace of what to do, who to tell, and where to go. Possibly, for you, it looks like the decision between having another child or not? The question of "Do I really want to go through that again?" keep looming in your head. This episode is for you. This is THE episode if you'e been on the fence wondering if this tribe has women like you in it and the answer is right inside... Happy Friday, yal!

1 Mars 201937min

Have you ever wondered if hypnosis might be a useful tool for your labor support toolbox? Many women use hypnosis as a way to manage with the pressures of labor and there are tons of programs to choose from (many choices!). Kelley Keenan is the Founder of Hypnobabies Boston and she is sharing how hypnosis works as pain relief for birth. We are diving into the role that mindset and training your brain has on your birth experience and what you can do to harness the power of hypnosis.

26 Feb 201948min

Seriously, stop washing your vagina. First, HeHe is explaining why you should never wash your vagina and if you wash your vulva, there are a few rules. HeHe is sharing what you can expect when it comes to the proper pH of your vagina and how important intentionality is when it comes to choosing products for your feminine care, specifically feminine wash. You may be surprised by a few facts in here like, it’s best to wash your vulva only with water if you can and douching can kill your vaginal flora. HeHe shares the top three brands she recommends, although, she stands true in believing water-only is best. Check out the brand new TBH Portal!  Good clean Love Healthy HooHoo Honey Pot Honey Pot Mama-to-Be Wash

22 Feb 201922min

This episode is one that many families ("nanny families" --check out episode #89) will need to hear, relisten to, and probably refer back to numerous times. HeHe sat down with SolBe Education Center's Director, Hannah Riddle de Rojas, to chat about everything you need to know when choosing childcare for your first baby. HeHe and Hannah bring very different perspectives to the table and this is perfect for parents to get a transparent peek into what really goes on behind the scenes in childcare centers. From questions to ask on an interview/tour to reading the teachers body language to what you can expect for investments and why, this episode covers it all.    The TBH Portal SolBe Learning Center, Boston, Ma

19 Feb 20191h 1min

Are you blocking yourself? Are you really the problem?! The good news is that if you're the problem, then that's an easy solution! In this episode, HeHe is sharing the different options that you have when it comes to unblocking your own success whether it be trying to conceive, achieving your ideal birth, or navigating motherhood. Stop making excuses for why you're in the position that you're in and take control of your life, your mindset, and your health! Getting out of your own pond requires you to step outside of your comfort zone.. are you willing to do the work?  STAY TUNED UNTIL THE END FOR AN ENORMOUS ANNOUNCEMENT!  TBH Portal Experience TBH Portal Sample Table of Contents TBH Recommended Book List

15 Feb 201918min