Ask the Doulas Podcast

Gold Coast Doulas
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Ask the Doulas is a leading pregnancy podcast, birth podcast, and postpartum podcast for expecting families and birth professionals. Since 2017, this trusted doula podcast has delivered expert, evidence-based education on pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, and early parenting. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, Ask the Doulas features interviews with top doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. This podcast is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies. Whether you are trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, preparing for labor and delivery, recovering postpartum, or caring for a newborn, this pregnancy and parenting podcast offers practical tips and expert insights. It is also a valuable resource for doulas, birth workers, and baby professionals growing their knowledge and business. Topics include: pregnancy tips, birth preparation, labor support, doula support, natural birth, hospital birth, birth planning, postpartum recovery, fourth trimester care, breastfeeding and lactation, newborn sleep, baby care, maternal mental health, postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, nutrition for pregnancy and postpartum, self-care for moms, and work-life balance after baby You will also find episodes focused on doula business, marketing for doulas, growing a doula agency, and building a sustainable birth and baby career. Why listeners love Ask the Doulas: • Expert interviews with trusted voices in pregnancy and postpartum care • Actionable tips for pregnancy, birth, and newborn stages • Judgment-free, supportive education for families and professionals • A long-standing, trusted podcast in the birth and baby space since 2017 If you are searching for a pregnancy podcast, postpartum podcast, doula podcast, birth education podcast, or newborn care podcast, Ask the Doulas is your go-to resource for support, education, and confidence. Listen and follow Ask the Doulas on your favorite podcast app. Explore online courses and classes at www.goldcoastdoulas.com Get our book Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, at www.supportedbook.com .    

  1. 1d ago

    Adjusting to Life After Baby: The Postnatal Transition to Parenthood with Kristin Revere

    Send us Fan Mail The postpartum period brings more than physical recovery after birth. New parents also navigate emotional changes, sleep deprivation, shifting relationships, and the adjustment to life with a newborn. Preparing for postpartum recovery and the transition to parenthood means making space for the changes that happen to you, too. In this solo episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere draws on her experience as a mom and years of supporting families as a doula to discuss the emotional side of postpartum life. She explores how becoming a parent can change your identity, affect your relationship with your partner, and leave you missing parts of your life before baby, even when you love your child deeply. Kristin shares why it’s normal to need time to adjust to motherhood or fatherhood, why postpartum support matters, and why you don’t have to lose yourself to be a good parent. From navigating new responsibilities to finding your footing during the fourth trimester, this conversation offers reassurance for parents figuring out their new normal. Tune in for an honest conversation about postpartum adjustment, the emotional transition to parenthood, and giving yourself grace as your family grows. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    Adjusting to Life After Baby: The Postnatal Transition to Parenthood with Kristin Revere

  2. Oct 20

    Postpartum Recovery After Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) with Rebekah Yager

    Send us Fan Mail Pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging, especially for those who experience hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a severe form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. But what happens after birth, and how can you prepare for a future pregnancy after an HG experience? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere is joined by Rebekah Yager of A Fertile Life to discuss postpartum recovery after HG and considerations for those thinking about becoming pregnant again. They explore the importance of recovery, navigating the physical and emotional effects of a difficult pregnancy, and preparing for a future pregnancy with greater support and resources. Whether you have experienced HG yourself, are recovering from a challenging pregnancy, or are considering expanding your family, this conversation offers insight into the importance of preparation, individualized support, and caring for yourself through every stage of the reproductive journey. About Our Guest Rebekah Yager of A Fertile Life shares her perspective on postpartum recovery and preparing for pregnancy after hyperemesis gravidarum, helping listeners better understand the support and planning that may be needed along the way. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    Postpartum Recovery After Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) with Rebekah Yager

  3. Oct 13

    What I Wish Every New Parent Knew Before Having a Baby with Kristin Revere

    Send us Fan Mail After fourteen years of supporting families as a doula and experiencing motherhood herself, Kristin Revere has learned that some things you just can’t fully understand until you’ve been through them. In this solo episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin shares what she wishes more expecting parents knew about birth, postpartum, relationships, and those early days with a new baby. She talks about why you can prepare for birth without being able to control the outcome, why having an involved partner makes such a difference, and why accepting help is not a sign of failure. Kristin also shares her thoughts on setting boundaries with family, navigating the overwhelming amount of advice available online, and giving yourself time to recover and adjust to life with a baby. These conversations are at the heart of her work with families and her book, Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, co-authored with Alyssa Veneklase. You don’t have to love every minute, and you don’t have to do it all on your own. There is no prize for doing postpartum alone, and your well-being matters just as much as your baby’s. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Expecting a baby or preparing to welcome another little one? Tune in to this episode of Ask the Doulas for an honest conversation about what to expect, what you can let go of, and how to give yourself more grace during the transition to parenthood. Kristin’s years of experience supporting families offer a reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out, and you deserve support, too. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    What I Wish Every New Parent Knew Before Having a Baby with Kristin Revere

  4. Oct 6

    Nutrition, Hypertension & Preeclampsia in Pregnancy with Lily Nichols, RDN

    Send us Fan Mail High blood pressure during pregnancy can be concerning, particularly when it develops into gestational hypertension or preeclampsia. But what role can nutrition play in supporting maternal health? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere talks with registered dietitian and nutrition expert Lily Nichols about nutrition, hypertension, and preeclampsia during pregnancy. They discuss the connection between nutrition and blood pressure, important nutrients during pregnancy, blood sugar regulation, hydration, and practical ways to build balanced meals. Lily also shares an evidence-informed perspective on what nutrition can and cannot do when blood pressure becomes a concern, and why understanding the difference between supporting your health through nutrition and treating a medical condition is so important. Whether you are preparing for pregnancy, currently pregnant, or have questions about gestational hypertension or preeclampsia, this conversation offers practical information to help you feel more informed about nutrition and maternal health. High blood pressure and symptoms of preeclampsia during pregnancy should always be discussed with your healthcare provider. Nutrition is one part of comprehensive prenatal care and does not replace medical evaluation, monitoring, or treatment. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition® and the author of three books: Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes.  Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    Nutrition, Hypertension & Preeclampsia in Pregnancy with Lily Nichols, RDN

  5. Sep 29

    How to Prepare for a C-Section and Recover After Cesarean Birth with Kristin Revere

    Send us Fan Mail What should you know when preparing for a C-section? Whether you are planning a cesarean birth or facing an unexpected C-section during labor, knowing what to expect before, during, and after surgery can help you feel more informed and prepared for birth and postpartum recovery. In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere discusses cesarean birth preparation, including what happens in the operating room, how to create a gentle or family-centered cesarean plan, skin-to-skin after a C-section, and ways partners and doulas can support families during birth. We also talk about C-section recovery, including the physical and emotional aspects of postpartum healing, what support can be helpful during the early weeks, and why recovery after a cesarean can look different from recovery after a vaginal birth. Kristin also explains VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean, and some of the questions families may want to discuss with their healthcare provider when considering a VBAC or repeat cesarean. Gold Coast Doulas has completed Operating Room Trainings at Trinity Health Grand Rapids, Trinity Health Muskegon, and Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. This training helps the team understand hospital operating room procedures and how doulas can support families during both planned and unplanned cesarean births. In this episode of Ask the Doulas, you’ll learn: Preparing for a planned or unplanned C-sectionGentle and family-centered cesarean optionsSkin-to-skin after a C-sectionPartner and doula support during cesarean birthWhat to expect during C-section recoveryVBAC and repeat cesarean considerationsWhether you are preparing for a C-section, considering a VBAC, creating a gentle cesarean birth plan, or looking for information about cesarean recovery, this episode offers practical information to help you understand your options and plan for the experience. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    How to Prepare for a C-Section and Recover After Cesarean Birth with Kristin Revere

  6. Sep 22

    How to Keep Your Baby Safe in a Shopping Cart with Simon Hardie of SafeStrap

    Send us Fan Mail How can you keep your baby or toddler safe in a shopping cart? In honor of Infant Safety Month, Kristin Revere talks with Simon Hardie, Vice President of SafeStrap, about shopping cart safety and child safety and the simple steps parents and caregivers can take to prevent shopping cart falls and injuries. In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we discuss baby shopping cart safety, toddler safety, shopping cart accidents, safety restraints, and common mistakes parents make when putting young children in shopping carts. Simon shares practical guidance on using safety restraints correctly, supervising children while shopping, and creating safer shopping routines for families. We also talk about how retailers can help create safer shopping environments for families and what parents should know before their next trip to the grocery store, Target, or other retailers. If you have a baby or toddler, this conversation is packed with practical infant and child safety tips you can put into practice right away. In this episode, we cover: Shopping cart safety for babies and toddlersHow shopping cart falls and injuries happenProper use of shopping cart safety restraintsCommon shopping cart safety mistakesInfant and toddler supervision while shoppingHow retailers can improve child safetyPractical baby safety tips for everyday lifeWhy shopping cart safety deserves more attention during Infant Safety MonthThis episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    How to Keep Your Baby Safe in a Shopping Cart with Simon Hardie of SafeStrap

  7. Sep 15

    How to Bathe a Newborn Safely and Care for Sensitive Baby Skin with Stephanie Leshney

    Send us Fan Mail How often should you bathe a newborn? What is the safest water temperature for a baby? What products are best for sensitive newborn skin? And which ingredients should parents look for when choosing baby bath and skincare products? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere talks with Stephanie Ross Leshney, founder of Dabble & Dollop, about newborn bath safety, baby bath products, newborn skin care, and creating a safe and enjoyable bath routine. Stephanie shares practical tips for bathing a newborn, including water temperature, bath frequency, preventing slips and falls, caring for delicate baby skin, and choosing gentle personal care products. They also discuss common ingredients found in baby bath products and what parents should know when reading ingredient labels. Stephanie dreamed up Dabble & Dollop as a way to capture the magic, experimentation, and imagination of childhood. Founded in 2019, Dabble & Dollop creates play-inspired bath products made with minimalistic, worry-free natural ingredients. The products are now available at Target and Walmart. Stephanie brings decades of cosmetics and personal care ingredient expertise to the conversation. She is a two-time E&Y Los Angeles Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist, wife, and mom to three children. In this episode of Ask the Doulas, you’ll learn: How to bathe a newborn safely and prevent slips and fallsHow often you should bathe a newbornThe safest water temperature for a baby bathHow to care for sensitive newborn skinWhat to look for in baby bath and skincare productsHow to understand ingredients on baby personal care product labelsWhether you are pregnant, preparing for your baby's arrival, or navigating the first few months of newborn life, this episode offers helpful newborn care and baby bath safety tips to make bath time safer, simpler, and more enjoyable. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    How to Bathe a Newborn Safely and Care for Sensitive Baby Skin with Stephanie Leshney

  8. Sep 8

    How to Prioritize Your Relationship After Having a Baby with Janelle Langford LeConte

    Send us Fan Mail How do you stay connected to your partner after having a baby and make your relationship a priority when life gets busy? Pregnancy, new parenthood, and other demanding seasons of life can make it easy for couples to put their relationship on the back burner. In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere talks with Janelle Langford LeConte, founder of Matrimo, about why your relationship deserves to be a priority, and how intentional connection can support couples through busy times. Janelle shares practical ways to strengthen your relationship, reconnect before you reach a crisis point, and build habits that support a healthy partnership. We talk about the importance of relationship wellness pillars, how to stay connected when life gets demanding, and why waiting until something feels broken can make reconnecting much harder. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to make your relationship a priority after having a babyPractical ways to stay connected as new parentsHow relationship wellness can support a healthy partnershipWays to reconnect before your relationship reaches a crisis pointHow to maintain connection and communication during demanding seasons of lifeWhether you are preparing for a baby, navigating new parenthood, or simply want to be more intentional in your relationship, this conversation offers meaningful reminders and actionable strategies for making your partnership a priority. Listen in for an honest conversation about connection, communication, relationship wellness, and creating a stronger foundation together. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off. Subscribe to our newsletter, check out our birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below: https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas Ask the Doulas is a pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting podcast for expecting families, new parents, and birth and baby professionals. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, the podcast features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. Ask the Doulas is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.

    How to Prioritize Your Relationship After Having a Baby with Janelle Langford LeConte
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Ask the Doulas is a leading pregnancy podcast, birth podcast, and postpartum podcast for expecting families and birth professionals. Since 2017, this trusted doula podcast has delivered expert, evidence-based education on pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, and early parenting. Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, Ask the Doulas features interviews with top doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. This podcast is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies. Whether you are trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, preparing for labor and delivery, recovering postpartum, or caring for a newborn, this pregnancy and parenting podcast offers practical tips and expert insights. It is also a valuable resource for doulas, birth workers, and baby professionals growing their knowledge and business. Topics include: pregnancy tips, birth preparation, labor support, doula support, natural birth, hospital birth, birth planning, postpartum recovery, fourth trimester care, breastfeeding and lactation, newborn sleep, baby care, maternal mental health, postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, nutrition for pregnancy and postpartum, self-care for moms, and work-life balance after baby You will also find episodes focused on doula business, marketing for doulas, growing a doula agency, and building a sustainable birth and baby career. Why listeners love Ask the Doulas: • Expert interviews with trusted voices in pregnancy and postpartum care • Actionable tips for pregnancy, birth, and newborn stages • Judgment-free, supportive education for families and professionals • A long-standing, trusted podcast in the birth and baby space since 2017 If you are searching for a pregnancy podcast, postpartum podcast, doula podcast, birth education podcast, or newborn care podcast, Ask the Doulas is your go-to resource for support, education, and confidence. Listen and follow Ask the Doulas on your favorite podcast app. Explore online courses and classes at www.goldcoastdoulas.com Get our book Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, at www.supportedbook.com .    

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  • Creator
    Gold Coast Doulas
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    363
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    © 2026 Ask the Doulas Podcast
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