Dear Devorah B., Thank you so much for your comment on my last post , where I mentioned the idea of living in sync with the the different energies of hormone fluctuations in a woman’s menstrual cycle. I’m far from an expert on the subject, but I find the whole topic really intriguing! I haven’tContinue reading “Q&A: How can I live in sync with my hormones when I’m experiencing Lactational Amenorrhea?”
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Interview! Doulas – The Inside Scoop with Sarah Rochel Grunbaum
In this podcast I interview Sarah Rochel Grunbaum – a highly experienced doula who recently made Aliyah from Brooklyn. With over 2000 births behind her (not counting 7 of her own k’ah), she really knows what she’s talking about. Sarah Rochel’s unique blend of expertise and sensitivity is truly remarkable. Even if you already plan toContinue reading “Interview! Doulas – The Inside Scoop with Sarah Rochel Grunbaum”
Postpartum Bleeding: Real World Expectations
I keep thinking it’s time for a post with more pizzazz, but if we’re going to be honest, I’m a Women’s Health educator and much of the info isn’t so glamorous. 😉 So while the subject of Postpartum Bleeding can’t exactly be defined as fun and upbeat, it’s one with real (dare I say unique)Continue reading “Postpartum Bleeding: Real World Expectations”
Interview! Rena Reiser on the Postpartum Transition
Postpartum Diet and Exercise Mini-Series Part 2 Rena Reiser redefines “self care” in the context of the postpartum stage. She emphasizes the importance of listening to your body & emotions during this time of transition when it comes to nutrition, exercise, and more. Rena presented some excellent points I’d really never thought of before (andContinue reading “Interview! Rena Reiser on the Postpartum Transition”
Interview! Talking Pregnancy and Postpartum Diet and Self Care with Esti Asher, RDN
Postpartum Diet and Exercise Mini-Series Part 1 Esti Asher, MS, RDN, LD shares her professional knowlege and *inspiring positive attitude* about Diet and Self Care in the Pregnancy/Postpartum period. Find out more about her virtual practice and read her articles at https://www.estiashernutrition.com/
Medications in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
As I was working on my “Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy” podcast, I realized medications (aka medicines or prescriptions) in pregnancy and breastfeeding (aka lactation) definitely deserved their own post with links (scroll straight down for those!) and more explanation (read on, my friend!). Why do medications deserve so much attention? When grown adults takeContinue reading “Medications in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding”
Postpartum Birth Control & Family Planning
This episode covers birth control and family planning after birth and while breastfeeding, including breastfeeding as a form of birth control, as well as hashkafic considerations. Comments and feedback on the podcast quality are welcome! This is still so new to me. 🙂 A couple of points that I realize may not have been clear,Continue reading “Postpartum Birth Control & Family Planning”
Birth Control Options for Frum Women
So….birth control. (Also known as “contraception.”) It’s just not something generally spoken about in Bais Yaakovs, seminary, or even Kallah classes. I don’t have any statistics, but it seems that use of birth control is getting more common in the frum community. Perhaps societal expectations and pressures are changing; perhaps women are just sharing moreContinue reading “Birth Control Options for Frum Women”
P'nima Wellness 