Delivering Strength Podcast
Summary: Delivering Strength is more than just a podcast. It’s a part of a bigger movement to empower women and their families to seek out the information necessary to have an informed birth. Podcast episodes interview experts and explore resources available in a variety of areas that are important to a woman’s overall health. The podcast is led by Candace Gesicki, DC – a chiropractor, doula, new mom and BIRTHFIT Cleveland Regional Director, as well as Anna Marie Murphy – a curious and self-empowered new mom with experience in uncovering difficult answers through her pregnancy and overall health journey. Together, they dive into pregnancy, birth and postpartum health at both a scientific and everyday level to Deliver Strength to families and provide them with the resources they need to be their own biggest advocates in their health journey.
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Podcasts:
67% of couples report feeling very unhappy with each other during the first 3 years of baby’s life! Local psychologist Suzanne Smith covers strategies to prepare your relationship for life with baby. A great listen for expecting parents and new parents!
Jaimie Schrock has a story to tell. After three cesarean sections, she researched and fought to have the VBA3C (vaginal birth after 3 cesareans) that she wanted. She shares her journey in this episode and also in her book that is about to be released – A VBAC Mom and Her Journey. Her journey and outlook on life is inspiring and uplifting. We're so glad she has shared it with us!
This week we sat down with Brianna K, momma of two, YouTube Vlogger, and #BossMom. We discussed baby led weaning, working from home, going back to work from maternity leave, traveling for work, pumping while traveling, and a whole lot more! This is such a great, insightful episode for working moms with littles - or anyone who aspires to become a working mom with a baby in the future!
This week we sat down with Christy Phillips Adkins, 8 times CrossFit Games Athlete, for a conversation on pregnancy and fitness. Throughout her pregnancy, Christy has been soaking in ALL the info to make sure she's approaching this period of life & birth (the greatest athletic event of her life!) appropriately. Whether you are a weekend warrior at your local gym or an uber competitive athlete, this episode has something for you!
DS 016 - Postpartum Discussion: Returning to Work, Tongue & Lip Ties, Breastfeeding/Bottle Feeding, Rules for Visitors & Postpartum Nutrition
In this episode, we talk with local mom Alicia Hansen about the pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience of her daughter. Her story has an overriding theme of anxiety throughout, and through sharing she hopes to help other moms with similar experiences.
In this episode, we interview Michelle Beckner of Michelle Beckner Family Wellness. A mother of 2 babies with dairy sensitivities, Michelle used her experiences as a launchpad to help other mamas navigate the world of going dairy-free while breastfeeding.
We sat down with Alayna again in this episode to explore many of the prenatal tests that happen over the course of a pregnancy. We discuss the typical tests, possible alternatives and our experiences with these tests during our pregnancies. A must listen for pregnant mamas!
In this episode, we talk with Anna Gannon from Expectful about her journey to motherhood. Her story illustrates the powerful effects that meditation and a mindfulness practice can play in overall mental and physical health.
This week we sat down with Jenna Hull, prenatal yoga instructor at Awaken Yoga and birth junkie, for a conversation on the benefits of yoga during pregnancy.
This week we sat down with Jolynn Radin, owner of The Womb Wellness Center, for a conversation on preparing the body physically and mentally for a natural childbirth.
In honor of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day/Week, we sat down for a heavy conversation with local bereavement doula, Ashley Rainey, of Nurtured Foundation Doula Services. A helpful listen for anyone experiencing a loss, and insightful info for all to be prepared if this happens to you or someone you know and love.
To celebrate International Babywearing Week, we sat down with Wendy Haas, President of Babywearing International of Cleveland. We discussed a lot of the basics about babywearing, including its benefits, types of carriers, carrying in hot and cold weather, and more!
In this episode, Lisa Falkenstein discusses postpartum planning, providing valuable insights and resources that help families prepare for life after the birth of their child. A must-listen for expecting parents!
We are on-location in this episode at the 2017 Rally to Improve Birth in Chardon, Ohio – hosted by Mother Rising. We talk with several birth workers and individuals who share with us how they hope birth improves in the future.
