The Yoga, Bellies & Babies Podcast

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  Natural Birth, Prolapse & Elective C-Sections: Redefining Birth with Daria

  Natural Birth, Prolapse & Elective C-Sections: Redefining Birth with Daria

  E49

  58:24

  This week’s episode is an open and honest with a fellow prenatal & postnatal yoga and hypnobirthing instructor, and a Mama, Daria. Whether you are pregnant or have already given birth, this episode is for you! Daria opens up about her approach to teaching Yoga and her personal experiences during pregnancy and postpartum. We dive deep into her journey with prolapse and how it shaped her postpartum and initial experiences of motherhood, physically as well as emotionally, and continues to do so. Last month, Daria shook my belief system when she mentioned that if she were to give birth again, she would opt for an elective c-section. You may not expect a yoga and hypnobirthing teacher, who had a natural birth the first time around, to say this, so listen in to find out why. Daria is an excellent pregnancy & postnatal yoga teacher (I know because I’ve been to her classes) specialising in core and pelvic floor health. She’s also a hypnobirthing instructor and a Thai Massage therapist. She is incredibly knowledgeable and well informed in so many topics from anatomy, pelvic floor, prolapse, physiotherapy, hypnobirthing and of course pre and postnatal care. Her passion lies in empowering women to understand their bodies through movement and knowledge to be the strongest version of themselves in pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. If you live in Valencia or can get there, and want to experience some Yoga or Hypnobirthing with Daria, email her at daria@yogawithdaria.co.uk or connect with Daria on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogawithdaria/ Thank you for listening! Read the full blog post ->Natural Birth, Prolapse & Elective C-Sections: Redefining Birth with Daria - Krish Yoga If you liked this episode, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and never miss an episode! If you'd like to be a guest on my show, or would like to share some feedback, please get in touch! To learn more about how to work with me go to www.krishyoga.com Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories, and tag @krish_yoga so we can connect

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  The Power of a Village: How My Support System Keeps Me Going

  The Power of a Village: How My Support System Keeps Me Going

  E48

  20:15

  They say it takes a village to raise a child. In one of my Facebook support groups, someone shared some research that pointed that it takes an average of 4 adults to raise and nurture 1 child. 4 adults per child! That’s why I’m not surprised that now, as a mother of four, I’m experiencing firsthand the curiosity from others about how I manage it all. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain to share how I manage "it". Behind the smiling family photos, cute reels, cuddles, walks, and yoga, there’s a tremendous amount of help. Yes, I am exhausted. Some days, my legs feel like jelly, and my sugar intake has tripled to keep me going. But, I’m here standing, and my experience of motherhood is gradually transitioning from survival mode to thriving mode. The mental load is tremendous, especially with a partner who works full-time and travels often. It’s crucial to dispel the myth of mothers doing it all alone, and I’m sharing with you my village hoping you can build one yourself too. This episode is dedicated to every parent out there doing the work of multiple adults, whether you’re a single parent or part of a couple. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how embracing help has enabled me to thrive as a mother of four.

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  How to have a safer childbirth, with Attorney Gina Mundy

  How to have a safer childbirth, with Attorney Gina Mundy

  E47

  57:21

  This week we discuss safety during childbirth with Gina Mundy, an attorney specializing in childbirth cases. For over 20 years, Gina’s focus has been investigating and analyzing mistakes that arise during labour and delivery. She has spent countless hours meticulously scrutinizing childbirth cases, conducting interviews with delivery teams, and thoroughly examining medical records to gain an in-depth understanding of every decision made during labour and delivery. Throughout her career Gina has travelled the United States of America, engaging with healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and midwives to explore all aspects of labour and delivery. These interactions have provided her with invaluable insights, enabling her to appreciate the diverse perspectives prevalent in different regions of the country. In June 2023, Gina's book "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth" was published. The book helps parents to avoid the mistakes during childbirth and have a healthy baby. Instead of getting involved after a mistake was made, Gina is getting involved before childbirth to help prevent the mistakes. In this episode we talk about: Gina’s 3 birth experiences as a mum and attorney What the most common issue in a childbirth cases is How parents can prepare and advocate for themselves for safe childbirth, without being overwhelmed How to manage difficult decision making when they’re in vulnerable positions Will Gina’s book scare expecting parents? Role of prenatal yoga in safe childbirth The importance of a birth plan Advice for families to manage postnatal trauma Find out more about Gina here: Website: www.ginamundy.com Amazon Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9KFNPNQ The Childbirth Attorney Podcast https://ginamundy.com/ginas-podcast Instagram: @GinaMundy https://www.instagram.com/ginamundy/ Thank you for listening! Read the full blog post -> https://www.krishyoga.com/how-to-have-a-safer-childbirth-with-attorney-gina-mundy/ If you liked this episode, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and never miss an episode! If you'd like to be a guest on my show, or would like to share some feedback, please get in touch! To learn more about how to work with me go to www.krishyoga.com Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories, and tag @krish_yoga so we can connect

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  Adoption and the Mother Wound, with Adisti van Os

  Adoption and the Mother Wound, with Adisti van Os

  E46

  57:10

  *Trigger warning: this episode talks about adoption and trauma* Step into the warmth of a truly special episode this week. Join us as we delve deep into the remarkable journey of Adisti van Os. Born in Indonesia and adopted into a Dutch family at just three months old, Adisti generously shares her deeply personal narrative of adoption, exploring the profound dynamics of the mother wound and her unwavering dedication to nurturing mothers through her career. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore: Adisti's extraordinary journey from Indonesia to the Netherlands through adoption. The profound experience of learning to navigate motherhood without a maternal guide. The spiritual dimensions of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The remarkable tale of reconnecting with her biological mother as a young adult. Her personal journey of healing and reconciliation with her past, whilst becoming a mother herself. How Adisti's own story has shaped her compassionate mission of supporting women throughout the transformative journey of pregnancy and beyond. Join us for a conversation that is not just enlightening but deeply heartening, as we celebrate the resilience, strength, and boundless love that defines the journey of motherhood. Adisti van Os run her own business in holistic motherhood and is also one of the founders of Postpartum massage Netherlands. She gives coaching, postpartum treatments/massage, yoga, birthing workshops, and birth circles. She is very passionate about the Fourth Trimester and one of her biggest wishes is that every new mother can have a soft landing into her motherhood. Find out more about Adisti www.yogaensoo.nl and www.postpartummassagenederland.nl On spotify: Rising of the Motherless Podcast Thank you for listening! Read the full blog post -> https://www.krishyoga.com/adoption-and-the-mother-wound-with-adisti-van-os If you liked this episode, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and never miss an episode! If you'd like to be a guest on my show, or would like to share some feedback, please get in touch! To learn more about how to work with me go to www.krishyoga.com Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories, and tag @krish_yoga so we can connect

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  5 Yoga practices while feeding your baby

  5 Yoga practices while feeding your baby

  E45

  19:37

  Have you ever had these thoughts? ‘’How am I supposed to practice Yoga with a baby who I’m constantly feeding’’ Or ‘’ I went to postnatal yoga with my baby and spend more time feeding my baby that in actual poses’’ I’m here to challenge those thoughts and reshape your perspective on integrating yoga into your life with your baby. This episode is not about how to practice yoga with a baby around, but how to turn our time with our babies into yoga practice. Especially, when it comes to feeding. Simply, because that’s where most of our time goes! Spoiler alert: no, I’m not going to be how to latch your baby or give them a bottle whilst you’re in a Warrior 2 position! I hope this serves you anywhere you are! Feed and practice away Mama! Thank you for listening! Read the full blog post -> https://www.krishyoga.com/5-yoga-practices-while-feeding-your-baby/ If you liked this episode, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify, it means the world to me! Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify, and never miss an episode! If you'd like to be a guest on my show, or would like to share some feedback, please get in touch! To learn more about how to work with me go to www.krishyoga.com Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories, and tag @krish_yoga so we can connect