In this episode of Fourth Trimester Podcast, we are joined by an experienced financial advisor, Laura Davis CFP.

This episode centers on how families can create a budget that sets the family up for financial success, including: what a budget is, how to create one, considerations before having a baby, what to budget for during pregnancy, postpartum and longer term (kids education, your own retirement etc.)

We also have a great conversation around helping raise children to be financially independent.

Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Connect with Laura Davis financiallab.us

Learn more (all on fourthtrimesterpodcast.com)

Family Financial Wellness: Three Finance Must-dos for Families

How a Friend or Family Member Can Help You if You Don’t Have a Doula (What is a Doula?)

Mindfulness Childbirth and Parenting Courses

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Dr Rebecca Dekker of Evidence Based Birth provides clear, plain-language guidance on postpartum recovery, including the very immediate period after birth from delivering the placenta and then through the extended fourth trimester.

Learn what the evidence points to so that you can make informed decisions and enhance your recovery period.

Full show notes

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Resources

Skin to Skin After A Cesarean

Evidence on Pitocin During the Third Stage of Labor

Why Postpartum Midwifery is Vital to Healing With Serena Saeed-Winn

FREE DOWNLOAD Birth Plan Template (a.k.a. Birth Intentions Document)

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)

The Best Hospitals For Labor And Delivery - Ratings App ‘Irth’ Created By Kimberly Seals Allers

The State of Postpartum Maternal Health with Dr Amanda P Williams

In this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast, we asked a panel of breastfeeding educators and practitioners to help us put together a 2-part guide on breastfeeding. Importantly, this is a NO JUDGMENT guide. Just the facts and plain language explanations that help you on your journey.

Part 2 covers a wide range of topics including: managing milk supply, breast pump usage, feeding schedules and more.

Full show notes:

fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Links and resources mentioned on the show:

Lactation Resources Find a Lactation Consultant | Mahogany Milk Support Group | Drugs That Are Safe While Breastfeeding - Medications Fact Sheets | NC A&T Outpatient Clinic | Kelly Mom Breastfeeding Articles | Donate Extra Breastmilk | Ready Set Baby | Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine | Fourth Trimester Project

Learn more The Real Story Behind Breastfeeding | Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain Development | FREE DOWNLOAD The Ultimate Birth Plan Template You Can Customize | mothertobaby.org | infantrisk.com | believeipe.org | Gold Lactation Conference

In this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast, we asked a panel of breastfeeding educators and practitioners to help us put together a 2-part guide on breastfeeding. Importantly, this is a NO JUDGMENT guide. Just the facts and plain language explanations that help you on your journey.

The content of the guide includes answers to the top breastfeeding questions new parents frequently have during the first 24 hours with a newborn through to the continued breastfeeding years.

Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

FREE DOWNLOAD The Ultimate Birth Plan Template You Can Customize: fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/resources

Lactation Resources Find a Lactation Consultant | Mahogany Milk Support Group | Drugs That Are Safe While Breastfeeding - Medications Fact Sheets | NC A&T Outpatient Clinic

Learn more The Real Story Behind Breastfeeding | Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain Development | mothertobaby.org | infantrisk.com | believeipe.org | Gold Lactation Conference

In this episode we are joined by an experienced financial advisor, Laura Davis CFP. Laura shares her expertise in transforming financial lives and provides actionable steps that parents and soon-to-be parents can take to secure a strong financial future for their families.

Learn the three financial must-dos for families that can help set your family up for success.

Full show notes:

fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Links/resources mentioned: (more links available in full notes article)

Sara Mauskopf CEO and Co-founder of Winnie | winnie.com | LegalZoom Estate Planning | A Parent’s Guide To Building Self-Trust (And Why It Matters)

Having six children means Shari Stamps knows a fair bit about preparing for postpartum. Since having kids, she's dedicated her life to growing her experience as a perinatal professional, taking many courses including doula training. Now she's sharing her wisdom from her own parenting experience plus her professional training with us.

Hear Shari's tips for postpartum and birth preparation, including:

• Who to Include in a Comprehensive Support Village
• When to Start Putting Resources in Place
• Clinical Vs Non-clinical Support Postpartum
• Advice on Preparing One’s Home, Nurturing Relationships, and Setting Boundaries
• Actionable Steps New Parents Can Take to Feel More Prepared, Supported, and Confident as They Transition Into This New Phase of Life

Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Free birth plan download: fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/resources

Free Infant Massage Course fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/shari

Ali Starling joins us to talk about the significant and often under-discussed topic of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD). Ali Starling is an experienced midwife and academic from the University of California San Francisco. We talk about her passions: midwifery, mental health, and the intersection between the two.

Our discussion thoroughly explores how new parents can navigate the challenging psychological landscape following childbirth. Listen to learn more about:

• the nature of PMADs
• actions to take for early preparation and social support
• practical advice on both medical and non-medical treatment options
• the many (free) resources available

Full show notes:

fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Resources mentioned:

MGH Center for Women's Mental Health | Mother to Baby Factsheets (Check if drugs are okay to use while pregnant or breastfeeding) | reprotox.org | National Library of Medicine | National Curriculum in Reproductive Psychiatry Training | Postpartum Support International | LactMed Database | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan

This episode features Kiran Saluja, the Executive Director of the PHFE WIC (Women Infants Children) Program. She is a respected authority in the field of nutrition and breastfeeding. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Kiran brings an exceptional depth of knowledge and passion to our discussion.

We talk about common breastfeeding challenges and solutions, nutritional guidance, and the significance of building a robust support network, including practical advice on:

• What Diet to Maintain While Breastfeeding
• Recognizing Infant Cues
• Managing Postpartum Expectations
• How Everyone Can Utilize WIC Resources

Kiran is so down-to-earth and she is such an enjoyable speaker. Her own experiences as a mother and grandmother enrich our conversation with the many stories shared. We loved the discussion and hope you do as well!

Full show notes:

fourthtrimesterpodcast.com

Links and resources mentioned: (links can also be found on fourthtrimesterpodcast.com)

Breastfeeding Resources: The decision of how to feed your baby is a big one. The more you learn about feeding your newborn, the more confident and comfortable you will be after your baby is born. This hospital experience guide will help you get off to a great start in the first hours and days after delivery, and this guide to breastfeeding has tips for positioning and getting a great latch. Feeding gets easier as the days go by and you get to know your baby’s hunger cues, fullness cues, and other ways they communicate with you.

Postpartum Nutrition: Taking care of YOU is as important as taking care of your baby. Be healthy for you and your baby both of you with good postpartum nutrition and self-care.

Find your local WIC program: www.Signupwic.com

More than half of babies born in the US qualify for WIC. Use this screening tool to see if you may be eligible.

Connect with Kiran Saluja www.phfewic.org | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

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