Unswaddled

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Unswaddled

Hosted by two former labor and delivery nurses and mothers to 6 girls combined, Unswaddled gives candid, uncensored parenting advice. Emily and Jamie combine the worlds of medical advice and real life advice, to provide support and education for women and families from pregnancy through early childhood.

  1. Feeding Your Baby: Expert Advice on Formula and Gut Health

    30 JUIN

    Feeding Your Baby: Expert Advice on Formula and Gut Health

    Emily and Jamie kick off this week’s episode by discussing Jamie’s recent experience with training her dog. Switching gears, they introduce their guest for this week, Nicole Fox. Nicole is a familiar face on the Nurture platform, providing virtual and in-person support and education for parents. As a registered nurse, dietician, and lactation consultant, Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, addressing common parental questions about infant formula and feeding. In their discussion, Nicole acknowledges the overwhelming variety of infant formulas and the key factors to consider when choosing a formula, such as accessibility, cost, and specific dietary needs. Nicole shares her expertise on the importance of gut health in infants, explaining the differences between standard and hypoallergenic formulas, and the common misconceptions about lactose intolerance versus milk protein allergies. In their discussion, Emily, Jamie, and Nicole’s discussion also underscores the crucial role of proper education and support for parents, particularly regarding elimination diets in breastfeeding mothers, and emphasizes consulting with dietitians to ensure nutritional adequacy and manage dietary changes effectively.  In this week’s Q&A, Emily and Jamie discuss the transition from formula and bottles at the one year mark.  This podcast is proudly brought to you by our fabulous sponsors: Feast & Fettle: Use code NAPSPOD for $30 off your first order kozēkozē: Use code NAPS for 20% off your purchase Kibou: Use code NAPS for 15% off your purchase of $89+

    50 min
  2. 151: Motherhood and Community: Insights from Mysha Pods’ Marika Frumes

    23 JUIN

    151: Motherhood and Community: Insights from Mysha Pods’ Marika Frumes

    Emily shares her recent experience with end-of-school-year activities at her kids’ school before introducing their guest on this week’s episode, Marika Frumes. Marika is the cofounder of Mysha Pods, and both Emily and Jamie have witnessed her talents in community building and facilitating meaningful connections firsthand.  In their conversation, they discuss Marika’s journey through motherhood and community building. Marika shares her transition from a career in hospitality to creating a global women's community called "Her" (@her.usa) and later founding Mysha Pods (@myshapods), a supportive space for moms to form intimate connections with one another. They delve into the importance of genuine connections and fostering inclusive environments where women can share their experiences and support one another. Marika discusses the delicate and challenging first six months of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of virtual support during this period. She shares her journey of creating a supportive community for new moms through WhatsApp groups, which evolved into the formalized support system of Mysha Pods. Marika highlights the significance of forming connections and building community, encouraging listeners to engage and reach out to others in their everyday environments. In this week’s Q&A, Emily and Jamie answer a mom’s question about going into labor prior to a scheduled c-section.  This podcast is proudly brought to you by our fabulous sponsors: Feast & Fettle: Use code NAPSPOD for $30 off your first order kozēkozē: Use code NAPS for 20% off your purchase Kibou: Use code NAPS for 15% off your purchase of $89+

    56 min
  3. Navigating NICU Challenges: A Mom’s Experience

    9 JUIN

    Navigating NICU Challenges: A Mom’s Experience

    This week’s episode features Alison, a mom of two and a NAPS client. She shares her journey of having two children in the NICU, in hopes that her story will help other parents who are navigating medical challenges with their own children. Alison joins Emily to share how she navigated the NICU with her two children, Abby and Caleb. Alison discusses staying in the hospital while pregnant to the emotional and medical hurdles of having premature and medically complex infants. She goes on to talk about her determination to breastfeed Caleb after not being able to do so with her daughter, the difficulties they faced, and the eventual decision to prioritize bottle and tube feeding in order to ensure Caleb’s health and bring him home from the hospital. Alison further explains the process of being discharged with a baby with a feeding tube and the unexpected obstacles that accompanied it. Emily and Alison touch upon resources available to parents with children in the NICU, emphasizing the importance of seeking support from therapists, as well as connecting to parents in similar situations through social media groups and organizations like Feeding Matters.  In this week’s Q&A, Jamie and Emily discuss ways to support someone whose child is in the NICU, using responses gathered from parents who have had this experience.  This podcast is proudly brought to you by our fabulous sponsors: Feast & Fettle: Use code NAPSPOD for $30 off your first order kozēkozē: Use code NAPS for 20% off your purchase Kibou: Use code NAPS for 15% off your purchase of $89+

    54 min
  4. Understanding Autism: Early Diagnosis, Intervention, and Parental Support

    26 MAI

    Understanding Autism: Early Diagnosis, Intervention, and Parental Support

    Jamie kicks this episode off by sharing her thoughts on the importance of estate planning for parents, not only financially but also the care and values that parents would like their children to have. She discusses her recent experience with The Parents Estate Planning Law Firm in Massachusetts, and highlights an upcoming free workshop on this topic as well as the option for listeners to book a call with the firm to learn more. Jamie introduces the guests for this episode,   Dr. Cory Whelan and Dr. Kara LaCroix, co-founders of Seasons Behavioral Services, who provide valuable insights and resources for families supporting individuals with autism. Dr. Whelan and Dr. LaCroix chat with Emily, sharing their journey in founding their organization and explain the process and importance of early intervention and support for families navigating autism diagnoses.The conversation delves into the intricacies of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, highlighting its role in helping children and adults with developmental disabilities and autism. They discuss the importance of early diagnosis and intervention to improve outcomes and emphasize the significance of parental support and community resources to navigate the complexities of raising a child with autism. In this week’s Q&A, Jamie addresses a parent's concern about their four-month-old waking up frequently at night, explaining the concept of the four-month sleep regression. Jamie also mentions Nurture’s sleep consultation services for personalized support.  Workshop with Jamie O’Day and Parents Estate Planning  Book a call with Parents Estate Planning Law Firm  This podcast is proudly brought to you by our fabulous sponsors: Feast & Fettle: Use code NAPSPOD for $30 off your first order kozēkozē: Use code NAPS for 20% off your purchase Kibou: Use code NAPS for 15% off your purchase of $89+

    56 min
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Hosted by two former labor and delivery nurses and mothers to 6 girls combined, Unswaddled gives candid, uncensored parenting advice. Emily and Jamie combine the worlds of medical advice and real life advice, to provide support and education for women and families from pregnancy through early childhood.

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