The Birth Lounge Podcast

In today's episode, HeHe is breaking down exactly what a Maternity Concierge does each day. The care that TBH clients receive is above and beyond because our end goal is above and beyond, the mindset shifts we intentionally walk through is above and beyond, the language we use is above and beyond. It's been called "extra." She's not afraid to "go there" with TBH clients because we've have seen the pay off in the end. The TBH Approach was born during one of HeHe's trainings and has slowly transformed into a comprehensive approach from infertility support to the first three years of your child's life! The TBH team will be with you every step of the way! 

2019 TBH Retreat https://mailchi.mp/a65e91edc93f/tbhbalancingmotherhood

Check out more about Maternity Concierge here: https://www.tranquilitybyhehe.com/

Hot Stones as Pain Relief for Labor: https://youtu.be/wjpuKfx2cZM

Ahhhh! Alas, the topic that is quietly buzzing, circling like a taboo topic, but almost everyone is curious. Cannabis and parenting. Can you use it for morning sickness? Does it get to your baby through breastmilk? Can you smoke it? Do you have to stop using it to get pregnant? These questions are on many people’s mind and we don’t have even a quarter of the information right now. We’ve only begun to tap into the tip of the iceberg. To get our tribe started on this topic, HeHe sat down with Ashley Reynolds, Founder of Elmore Mountain Therapeutics, to bring you the conversation you’ve all been waiting for. This episode will not answer all of your questions. Rather, we’d like it to get your wheels turning. We intend to continue the exploration and conversation around cannabis and it’s benefits for women. This may be for you and it may not be for you, but it is an option for everyone and that’s our goal. Ashley is explaining the basics of CBD including our cannabinoid systems and what you might feel like after you take CBD. She’s also sharing how incorporating CBD into your daily routine may be the easiest decision you make all year. I can't wait to share this topic with you! 

2019 TBH Retreat https://mailchi.mp/a65e91edc93f/tbhbalancingmotherhood

 Elmore Mountain CBD: https://emtcbd.com/

Inspired by 3 different events seemingly placed in HeHe’s path intentionally by the universe, she sat down and chatted about a term she coined in grad school. Having gone to Mississippi State University for undergraduate, she learned a funny little secret about bulldogs that makes for the perfect parenting approach, too! From helicopter moms to free range parenting, there’s a million labels out there. HeHe is here to share that you’re allowed to be whatever combination you feel is best for your kids and your family. Listen in to learn there quick phrases that will help you set boundaries in the moment if you are caught in a conversation that makes you feel uncomfortable!

2019 TBH Retreat https://mailchi.mp/a65e91edc93f/tbhbalancingmotherhood

TBH 5-day challenge https://mailchi.mp/3b8bd5c210ec/mastering-your-mindset-in-motherhood-2019

Navigating the Land of If Book: https://amzn.to/2ALfroV

“Parenting Styles” https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/allthemoms/2018/09/19/parenting-terms-explained-lawnmower-helicopter-attachment-tiger-free-range-dolphin-elephant/1357612002/

HeHe is joined by the Founder of Thrive by Food, Kristin Thomas, to chat about all things hormones and food, plus a little leaky gut! Did you know that there are specific foods that align with various times in your menstrual cycle. If you eat these foods (or avoid certain ones!) at the right time, it can help support your body better. We will be diving into symptoms that present as one thing, but might actually be another. Kristin in sharing her opinion on supplements and natural ways to improve digestion. Finally, the buzzing questions of leaky gut.. Yep, we’re going there! Join us to hear how you can take control of your gut health in 2019!  

2019 TBH Retreat https://mailchi.mp/a65e91edc93f/tbhbalancingmotherhood

TBH 5-day challenge https://mailchi.mp/3b8bd5c210ec/mastering-your-mindset-in-motherhood-2019

TBH Virtual Mom Meet-Up https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tbh-free-virtual-mommy-meet-up-tickets-53660403712

Thrive by Food: https://thrivebyfood.com/

Remember when you used to practice fire drills as a child. For me, there were different expectations at home and at school. Fire drills came up in a recent conversation and per usual I connected it to birth, in particular home birth and hospital birth. Digging deep into the files from studying Psych at Mississippi State University, I am showing how the foundation we lay as children impacts the way we birth our children. This is an incredible episode with so many "Holy Cow" moments! Your birth is not a drill. You get one chance to do this thing. I'm sharing the ways you can practice "birth drills" just as we did in school as little munchkins. Happy Tuesday! I can't wait to hear how you use these tips to prepare for your birth! 

HeHe is sitting down with the Founder of Cloud9nannies, Sara Cook. They are chatting about deficits in the industries that lead to common fears of hiring nannies. Sara is even sharing what you can expect from part time, full time, short term, and long term nannies. Sara is sharing the important details that parents should be paying attention to or asking about when interviewing nannies. The person you leave your child with during the day will be responsible for keeping your child alive until you return. Think about that. Skill level matters, professionalism matters, their knowledge of child development matters. Sara is sharing how to have sticky conversations and how to set boundaries like a sick policy, snow days, and general expectations. 

Ps. If you’ve ever wondered about nanny cams.. this episode may or may not be for you...

2019 TBH Retreat:https://mailchi.mp/a65e91edc93f/tbhbalancingmotherhood

{ FREE } 5-day challenge: https://mailchi.mp/3b8bd5c210ec/mastering-your-mindset-in-motherhood-2019

Virtual Moms Meet Up: 

Sara can be found here: http://cloud9nannies.com/about/

Here are a few more helpful resources:

https://www.care.com/c/stories/10348/how-to-interview-a-nanny-questions-checklist/

https://www.tinies.com/parents/advice-for-parents/nanny-interview-tips.html

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nanny_b_2147549

Welcome to the new year, pal!I absolutely love the turn into the new year. For me, it is not bitter sweet-- it's just sweet. It feels refreshing and like a very deep cleanse, from a soul level. It's like a shedding of an old me and I'm breaking free into a new me with 365 days of unlimited and unleashed potential! I'm going to be reflecting on the 2018 year for Tranquility by HeHe and exactly how amazing our TBH Tribe is! You played a crucial role in our growth and spreading the word of this amazing village! I'm also sharing what the "first trimester" of 2019 has in store for TBH, for our village and what we are bringing to YOU! Buckle up because 2019 is going to be the year that TBH transforms thousands of women's lives. I'm soiled you're on this journey with us! Listen closely in this episode and I'm sharing the two themes that I have picked out for Tranquility by HeH for the year. I can't wait to help you take control of 2019! 

2019 Retreat: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/balancing-motherhood-retreat-tickets-53375032158

Mastering Your Mindset in Motherhood 5-Day Challenge: https://mailchi.mp/3b8bd5c210ec/mastering-your-mindset-in-motherhood-2019

Free Virtual MaMa Meet-Ups: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tbh-free-virtual-mommy-meet-up-tickets-53660403712

In today's episode, I'm is sharing the social expectations and "rules" when interacting with pregnant and postpartum humans. Sparked by the holiday season, I began to notice that people, in general, had a challenging time interacting with pregnant and postpartum parents. People don't know what to say or they say the complete wrong thing, often times trying to be kind or caring. If you might be around someone who is going to have a baby soon or has had a baby in the last 6 months (or longer), this episode will speak straight to your soul and give you everything you need to know to leave this parent feeling amazing and leave you looking like a gem. For expectant and postpartum listeners, this is a great episode to help you learn what can be expected from the public and a great place to start when setting boundaries. There are 7 simple things to keep in mind and I'm going to share the why behind each of the expectations. Let's end 2018 with a quick chat about setting and recognizing boundaries! Grab a pen and paper because we're going there! 

2019 Retreat: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/balancing-motherhood-retreat-tickets-53375032158

Mastering Your Mindset in Motherhood 5-Day Challenge: https://mailchi.mp/3b8bd5c210ec/mastering-your-mindset-in-motherhood-2019

Free Virtual MaMa Meet-Ups: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tbh-free-virtual-mommy-meet-up-tickets-53660403712

Part 2: This is the second part to a two-part series on mental health + motherhood. I introduce Jess in Episode 81. In this episode we are discussing exactly what to look for when you are concerned about postpartum mood challenges in yourself or a loved one. We are also diving into the topic of how to have the sticky conversations about getting someone you love support. Jess is sharing her #1 tip to help protect yourself and your mindset when it comes to adjusting to life with a newborn as well as how to overcome intense and intrusive thoughts as a mom. We are breaking down the difference between Baby Blues, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum OCD, and Postpartum Psychosis. Jess is sharing what to do if you need support or feel you are experiencing one of these postpartum mood challenges. Happy Friday, yal!