Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Birth Education (2025)

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07. What Do Doulas Actually Do?: How Doulas Support Moms, Empower Dads & Positively Impact a Woman's Pregnancy, Labor & Postpartum Experience with Emily Errington 58:00

4d ago58:00

58:00

In today's conversation, my dear friend Emily Errington, a birth doula & the owner of Wildflower Doula Co. based in Lubbock,Tx, shares her insights on the various roles of doulas in supporting families during pregnancy, childbirth & postpartum. Some topics you'll hear us discuss are: The importance of birth education for BOTH parents The dynamics b…

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06. Following, Obeying & Trusting the Lord in Birth, Birthwork & Beyond with founder of The Biblical Birth School - Brittany McCardle 47:54

17d ago47:54

47:54

In today's episode I have the absolute JOY of interviewing my friend and mentor Brittany McCardle of the Biblical Birth School. Brittany is a wife, mom to *almost* 7, a childbirth educator, certified doula & founder for the Biblical Birth School -- a certification organization which trains & equips birth workers with a robust education on all matte…

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05. My HBA2C (Homebirth After 2 C-sections) Story 1:01:06

23d ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Yes, I know it's odd that I am choosing to share about my SECOND home birth // VBAC delivery before I share about my first, buuuuut #1 I've actually already shared about my first homebirth on my friend Aly's podcast The Peaceful Home Birth Podcast (go take a listen!) #2 WHEN I share about my first homebirth on here, I want to do it in an interview …

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04. My Top 8 Scriptures For Strength & Encouragement in Labor 14:36

1M ago14:36

14:36

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the top 8 Scriptures I dwelt on and clung to MOST throughout my two unmedicated labors. While there are MANY more I could share about, these eight were the ones I repeatedly reflected on that brought me the most peace, strength, and reminded me of God’s unfailing love even during the most intense moments of birth. Wh…

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01. The #1 Approach to Experiencing Peace, Confidence & Clarity in Pregnancy and Birth Prep 19:17

2M ago19:17

19:17

The #1 Approach to Experiencing Peace, Confidence, and Clarity in Pregnancy and Labor Prep In today's episode, I'm sharing about the #1 approach to pregnancy, childbirth prep & honestly -- ALL of life -- that I believe (read: KNOW) leads to peace, confidence and clarity. It's a bold claim, I know, but approaching my 3rd pregnancy this way (after NO…

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02. You're Pregnant! Congrats! Here's 6 Practical & Simple First Steps You Can Take 29:03

2M ago29:03

29:03

YAY! You're having a baby! Congratulations! In today's episode, I want to give your brain a break from the potentially scrambling thoughts of, "now what?" & offer up some simple, practical first steps you can begin taking to prepare for the rest of your pregnancy & your precious little one's arrival. Step 1: Submit & Surrender Your Birth Plans Step…

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03. How To Relax in Early Labor Using The "Limp Noodle" Approach 19:27

2M ago19:27

19:27

In today's episode I'm sharing about my ridiculously-named, go-to approach for handling early labor contractions. You'll come away from this episode having learned: WHY relaxing into contractions rather than tensing up & fighting them matters The value of training yourself to PRACTICE (seriously, you gotta) relaxing during pregnancy BEFORE labor be…

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058: How to Become a Military Doula and Navigate TriWest/TRICARE Billing in 2025 34:02

2M ago34:02

34:02

In this episode especially for doulas, we are covering the new TriWest transition for serving military families. January of 2025 brings new TRICARE provider agreements and hopefully a more streamlined way for billing and receiving timely payments. Be sure to subscribe to our channel on YouTube to see the slides and visuals. A billing video will be …

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057: Keeping Your Power Workshop™ - with Traci Doula 1:05:46

2M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

In October, we hosted Traci for her 2 day workshop attended by both Doulas and Childbirth Educators. In this episode, Traci Doula returns to our podcast to hear feedback about her impactful workshop 'Keeping Your Power™ for Doulas.’ I invited Lydia and Jenna to come on as special guests to tell some of the ways the workshop is shifting their birthw…

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056: Early Breastfeeding Education with Dr. Morgan MacDermott 1:13:52

2M ago1:13:52

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In this episode, Dr. Morgan MacDermott joins me to discuss holistic approaches to breastfeeding, and to address common misconceptions and myths. Breastfeeding definitely has a learning curve and needs to be researched well ahead of a baby being in your arms. We somehow miss the memo that there is a whole other world AFTER the labor and birth we hav…

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055: Tips for New Dads: Building Connection and Confidence in Birth and Parenting with Dr. Jay Warren 1:09:26

2M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

In today’s show I welcome Dr. Jay Warren, a prenatal and pediatric chiropractor deeply passionate about families and especially new dads. I was double lucky to be his Hypnobirthing childbirth educator, and the doula for the birth of his son. Dr. Jay runs local dad groups, has created several courses, from prenatal bonding to what new dads need to k…

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Faithful Labor Podcast Trailer 3:29

2M ago3:29

3:29

Catching yourself feeling kinda curious about taking a more natural approach to childbirth but aren’t quite sure if it’s the right path for you? Are you wanting to understand about God’s good & wise design for pregnancy, birth and postpartum but feel overwhelmed on where to even start? Do you trust that God REALLY does care about & wants to be invo…

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054: Katie’s VBAC - a Transformative Journey from Hospital to Home Birth 1:14:44

2M ago1:14:44

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https://www.birtheducationcenter.com/podcast/katies-vbac-a-transformative-journey-from-hospital-to-home-birth/In this episode, Katie contrasts her two births. Her first birth led to a cesarean that was unplanned and unwanted. Katie’s hope is that her lessons can serve as teaching tools and warnings for new parents to get educated early, find the be…

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053: How To Have a VBAC: Part 3, Emotional and Physical Readiness 50:48

3M ago50:48

50:48

Episode three of our VBAC series delves into the "journey" of preparing for a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). We cannot emphasize enough the importance of emotional and physical readiness. We want you to look at your stuff- the challenging stuff and the parts that have hurt or disappointment around them. We have found that parents who can be r…

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052: How to have a VBAC: Part 2, Finding the Right Supportive Provider 53:28

3M ago53:28

53:28

In this episode of the VBAC series, Ashley and I discuss the challenges of finding a supportive provider for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). In part two of this series, we discuss the importance of choosing a provider who genuinely supports VBAC, rather than one who is merely tolerant or unsupportive. It is SO IMPORTANT that you find this pr…

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051: How To Have A VBAC Part One 37:40

3M ago37:40

37:40

Overcoming Fear and Preparing for VBAC Success This is the first in a series on VBAC. In this episode, Ashley and I focus on the complexities and considerations surrounding Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). We are talking about the importance of self-forgiveness for what you “think” you may have taken on form your previous birth experience and h…

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050: Optimizing Fertility: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Leah Gordon 1:07:02

4M ago1:07:02

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In this episode, Dr. Leah Gordon, a naturopathic doctor specializing in fertility, is here to discuss the importance of addressing the root causes of health issues rather than just symptoms. This episode should be shared with future parents before trying to conceive! There are some important points you will want to share with your friends and famil…

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049: Trusting Your Birth Journey: Insights from Nikki Helms of San Diego Community Birth Center 47:05

4M ago47:05

47:05

In this episode, Midwife Nikki Helms is here! Nikki is the owner of the San Diego Community Birth Center which is the only black owned birth center in San Diego. Nikki’s birth center offers a lot of co care which means people see an OB and also come to the birth center for more education and understanding of the birth process. Some of these familie…

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048: Supporting Military Families During Pregnancy and Postpartum 46:50

4M ago46:50

46:50

In this episode, we welcome Amanda Dodson, a seasoned doula, CAPPA doula trainer and co-founder of the Military Birth Resource Network. Amanda is a military spouse herself and has birthed in the military system. San Diego is a military home to several bases and we need to discuss the unique challenges faced by military families and how we can serve…

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047: Taylor's Natural Birth Story 1:03:15

4M ago1:03:15

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Today we have a Hypnobirthing birth story. Taylor and Jack recount their unmedicated birth experience supported by their doula, Heather. New parents that are looking into Hypnobirthing always want to know how the tools work in labor and birth. And the cool part about birth – is the unknown – which is always the most intimidating! This show explores…

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046: Childbirth Education Helps You to Have an Empowered Birth 52:36

5M ago52:36

52:36

In this one-year anniversary episode, Ashley and I go back to the essential role of childbirth education in reducing fear and improving birth experiences for both parents and babies. Pretty much every episode this year has come back to education, education, education! If you haven’t chosen a class yet, there may be some ideas in here to choose a cl…

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045: Simple Nutrition Tips for Pregnancy with Jenny West 43:55

5M ago43:55

43:55

In this episode, we are extending the last episode on weight gain to dive deeper into nutrition, focusing on pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Drawing on her 30 years of experience, Jenny revisits the 'Four Pillars' of nutrition—protein, water, salt, and good fats—that should be present in every meal or snack. Our conversation also covers practica…

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044: What if I Gain More Than 25lbs During Pregnancy?: A Midwife's Perspective 48:27

5M ago48:27

48:27

What if I Gain More Than 25lbs During Pregnancy?: A Midwife's Perspective In this episode, midwife Jenny West joins the discussion to demystify the concerns surrounding weight gain during pregnancy. The conversation delves into historical and current views on pregnancy weight, the importance of overall health beyond weight, and the necessity of mai…

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043: Natural Twin Home Birth Story 1:07:56

5M ago1:07:56

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Today's episode features a twin home birth! Kelly and Kevin came through my Hypnobirthing classes in 2020 and had a home birth for their first child(Kevin’s 2nd child )and assumed they would have their second baby at home too. But finding out they were having twins opened a few more hoops to jump through. As with so many couples who find out they a…

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042: How to Breathe For Birth 44:38

5M ago44:38

44:38

Today's episode we have midwife Jenny West back to talk about breathing techniques for labor and birth. Sometimes as educators there are challenges with teaching breathing because it's simpler than people think. Hypnobirthing breathing(or any method of breathing you are using) just takes practice ahead of time so you can stay focused when your body…

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041: What Is Birth Autonomy? 39:12

6M ago39:12

39:12

In this doula episode, Ashley and I are opening up a conversation with doulas on autonomy and it may get spicey. If you listen as parents – it will open up some questions for your doula as to what type of advocacy they are offering you for the birth room. Be open to having a straightforward conversation with your doula and practice the skills you w…

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040: Becoming A Birth Photographer 46:35

6M ago46:35

46:35

**Trigger Warning** This is an episode for doulas and covers parts of our job that involves loss and birth trauma. If you are a pregnant parent and are not in the headspace for that, please take care of yourself and skip this episode. We will see you next week! This episode is a treasure trove of inspiration and a heartfelt reminder of the beauty a…

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039: A NICU Birth Story 49:06

6M ago49:06

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Dr. Shani and How She Prepared For The Unexpected Today’s show is a deeply personal and insightful episode of our podcast. Ashley and I interview Dr. Shani, a former Hypnobirthing student and local acupuncturist as she recounts her unexpected, urgent c section and stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Dr. Shani candidly discusses the cri…

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038: Boundaries With Grandparents 1:00:40

6M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

This episode is a must-listen for pregnant parents or grandparents eager to support their loved ones in the most respectful and helpful way. Kimberly Beppler is my guest today. Kimberly has been a Postpartum Doula for over 25 years. She is a Lactation Consultant and also owns her own doula agency. She has also worked with an astounding 750 sets of …

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037: Do You Have The Right Doctor? 53:31

7M ago53:31

53:31

The importance of self-advocacy in a business-oriented healthcare system cannot be stressed enough. Our discussion today aims to help parents understand they are empowered already as expectant families to choose a supportive care provider and navigate the healthcare system confidently. I feel like so many childbirth educators talk ad nauseum about …

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036: How To Calm Birth Fear 48:11

7M ago48:11

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https://www.birtheducationcenter.com/podcast/how-to-calm-birth-fear/ Today’s show introduces midwife Jenny West as we explore the topic of fear in pregnancy and childbirth. Jenny has been a midwife for over 30 years, an author, childbirth educator, hypnotherapist and craino sacral therapist. Her extensive training in Hypnotherapy has allowed her to…

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035: Alicia and Gino's Birth Story 39:30

7M ago39:30

39:30

Our first birth story of Season two! Alicia and Gino share their birth story today and dive into the emotional and practical facets of their labor and delivery. These parents took to heart the conscious preparation for their baby’s birth and really invested the time and energy into their relationship during their pregnancy. We start off with Gino’s…

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034: Prenatal Massage and Connection 40:46

7M ago40:46

40:46

Get ready to dive into a world of relaxation and body love with our latest episode! Today I’ve got Prenatal massage therapist Nicole Trombley who joins me to chat about the wonders and the science behind prenatal massage. Nicole shares some eye-opening study results that show moms who indulge in prenatal massage, experience fewer complications duri…

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033: Finding Connection During Postpartum 55:23

8M ago55:23

55:23

Dr. Rose is back and this time we are talking about your relationship during the postpartum time. There are so many complexities for sex, intimacy and even wanting to be touched in postpartum relationships. (see episode 022 from Season 1 to hear Rose talk about Sex and Intimacy during Pregnancy) Rose shares invaluable insights and actionable strate…

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032: How To Set Boundaries, a Doula Business Reset 59:36

8M ago59:36

59:36

Todays show is crafted for doulas but honestly – we can all use a little boundary refresh right? Ashley and I are joined today by Doula Heather Taylor. First, for background - Heather shares what happened during her personal birth experiences that brought her into birth work. We then begin with what kind of boundaries and filters Heather brought to…

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O31: Hyperemesis Gravidarum(HG) in pregnancy - Jelina’s Birth Story and Becoming a Doula 56:04

10M ago56:04

56:04

This show contains the reality of what pregnancy can be life if you have hyperemesis gravidarum(HG) during pregnancy. This is a condition of severe nausea & vomiting and that can lead to dehydration, malnutrition and weight loss. It usually lasts through the entire pregnancy and ends once the baby is out. Our guest today is Jelina, a doula and birt…

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30b: How To Be A Birth Advocate 42:49

10M ago42:49

42:49

Todays show is all about advocacy in the birth room. While this episode is the third in our World Doula Week shows, I also don’t want to limit it just to doulas because parents will be using these skills in prenatal appointments and pediatric appointments for years to come! Traci Doula is my guest today, who will also be my guest in October when I …

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030: There's More To Birth Education Than Science and Anatomy 51:43

10M ago51:43

51:43

In our second show featuring childbirth educators, we welcome Haize Hawke. Haize is a Mother, Doula, Student Midwife, Meditation Teacher, Healer, a Life Coach and Spiritual Counselor and I am blessed to call her my soul family. This conversation is much more than regular birth education and will show you just how expanded connection between your se…

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29b: New Doula Mentoring Call, Georgia 1:15:12

11M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

We are back with our second World Doula Week Bonus show! This week Georgia joined me for a mentoring call and we had jokes! Georgia took her training four years ago, attended one birth and then took a hiatus. Time got away from her and now she is back! Georgia had her passion reignited and it’s time for the next action steps. We cover self-confiden…

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29: Mental Health For Pregnancy 48:46

11M ago48:46

48:46

Postpartum mental health is beginning to be recognized more in mainstream media. But what about pregnancy mental health? Did you know that signs of postpartum depression or the risks for developing it can start during pregnancy? In today’s show I have Beth Warren, a LCSW and author who specializes in perinatal mood disorders. Last year Beth and I c…

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028b: New Doula Mentoring Call, Jeanne Marie 58:25

11M ago58:25

58:25

It’s March! And that means World Doula Week is almost here! This is the first of several Bonus episodes just for doulas that we are releasing this month. In today’s show we have our first mentoring call. I welcome Jeanne-Marie Paynel – a doula transitioning from being a volunteer doula in a hospital program to working as a private doula. Jeanne-Mar…

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028: Can You Bond With Your Baby Early? 31:18

11M ago31:18

31:18

This show is all about PRE bonding with your baby. Yes – it is possible! And bonding has many different faces – it’s not all about rubbing your belly and talking to baby(although yes, I want you to do that too). Today Ashley and I discuss the importance of intentionally bonding with your baby during pregnancy by fostering a nurturing family environ…

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027: How To Be The Best Doula 30:55

11M ago30:55

30:55

In this show we are talking about our upcoming doula series and what sets it apart from other advanced doula trainings. These are not just doula classes. The Doula Education Series is aimed at deepening doulas' connections with families and enhancing their own self-awareness. This three-month mentored series not only focuses on business, growth and…

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026: Do I Need a Postpartum Doula? 1:01:03

11M ago1:01:03

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In this episode of the Birth Education Center podcast, Darla Burns, postpartum doula trainer is back to talk to parents. There are so many ideas of what a postpartum doula is and what is included in their scope of practice. If breastfeeding is your long-term goal, having a postpartum doula would be one of your best ideas. Postpartum doulas also get…

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025: Do I Really Need A Doula? Part 2 52:11

12M ago52:11

52:11

Welcome back to Part 2 with our discussion on why you need a doula! Ashley and I have been interviewed hundreds of times over the years. With those experiences, we learned what we are comfortable providing as far as services and what parents are really needing. We want to help you find the level of advocacy you are looking for. Advocacy is an impor…

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024: Do I Really Need A Doula? Part 1 1:00:20

12M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Today’s show is about why you should add a doula to your birth team and how doing so can cut your risk of cesarean by almost 40%! There is a lot of hesitation sometimes when the idea of a birth doula comes up. While some of it is monetary, we also hear that you are a private person and adding a stranger just seems like a bad idea. Another perspecti…

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023: How to Prepare for Birth - Tamra's Hypnobirthing Story 33:30

12M ago33:30

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In today’s show we are talking with Tamra about her birth story and she used the Hypnobirthing techniques to take great care of herself during labor. Tamra started her birth preparation early because she realized that she didn’t want to be dependent on outside elements to “cure” her labor. Her husband Conner did an amazing job and working the techn…

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022: Sex and Intimacy During Pregnancy 45:32

1y ago45:32

45:32

Today’s show is a bit spicy! I got up close and personal with Dr. Rose Schlaff– the wizard of physical therapy and a guru of getting your groove back, especially when baby bumps and babies are in the picture! We dive into the nitty-gritty of keeping the sparks flying when you're expecting. Rose is gonna spill the beans on how she mixes a blending o…

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021: How to Become a Postpartum Doula 1:02:39

1y ago1:02:39

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I want to say this show is for doulas and childbirth educators BUT – there is also so much good information for parents in here! In this podcast episode, Darla Burns, a long time CAPPA postpartum doula trainer discusses the multifaceted role of postpartum doulas. I have been in Darla’s training and it was the best thing I could have taken as doula …

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020: How to Rank on Google Search 47:23

1y ago47:23

47:23

It’s 2024! It’s time to ramp up your website for the new year and bring in those babies! In this show, we are talking with Becky DeGrossa, a business mentor and SEO strategist! Becky is here to offer help into optimizing your website for doulas and birth workers. Becky and I talk about the importance of a strategic online presence to attract client…

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