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Yoga Birth Babies

Deb Flashenberg and Independent Podcast Network

Take ownership of your pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Join Deb Flashenberg as she dives into conversations with some of the world’s leading pregnancy, birth, yoga and parenting experts. Deb and her guests are voices of calm and reason, sharing practical, relevant, insightful and evidence based information that is helpful for people at all stages of parenting. These lively conversations will inform and entertain you as you embark on this new phase in your life. Deb is the founder and director of

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All Episodes

48:22

From Unmedicated Intentions to a Joyful Cesarean: One...

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2026/01/28

Today I’m joined by Mika Fox on Yoga | Birth | Babies. A native New Yorker, Mika lives on the Upper West Side with her husband and baby boy, Nogah. She works in account management at a tech company and loves to dance, hike, travel, and practice yoga.Mika is also a PYC alum, having attended classes from weeks 14–39 of her pregnancy. Her birth story took unexpected twists and turns, but one thing remained constant throughout: her deep trust in her body and her baby. Get the most out of each

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49:56

Postpartum Depression Today: What We Know, What We...

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2026/01/21

How has our understanding of postpartum evolved, and what challenges have remained all along? The answers may surprise you. Today I’m joined by Dr. Karen Sheffield-Abdullah on Yoga | Birth | Babies. Dr. Karen is an assistant professor, certified nurse-midwife, mindfulness coach, and perinatal mental health researcher. Dr. Karen’s expertise has been featured in The New York Times, Politico, TEDx Talks, and NPR. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links,

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49:57

Birth Story: Unexpected Turns: Nitasha Mehta on...

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2026/01/14

Today’s community birth story spans years- from a long path to pregnancy to an unexpected C-section and a diagnosis of postpartum preeclampsia. It’s truly a full-arc journey of resilience and transformation.Listen in, as I’m joined by Nitasha Mehta on Yoga | Birth | Babies. Nitasha is a marketing leader with 15+ years of experience at Amazon, Samsung, and Boxed, whose work in women’s health led her to launch Shakti- a postpartum snack company rooted in traditional Indian remedies to support

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39:22

A Village for Every Parent: The Power of Connection...

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2026/01/07

When becoming a new parent, it is crucial to have a community you can count on to not only understand what you’re going through, but also to show up for you. This is true for both pregnancy and postpartum… and also parenthood beyond.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I’m joined by Shai Tamary. Shai is a community builder, program strategist, and yoga teacher based in New York City. She is the founder of The Nest, a grassroots perinatal community. A new mom herself, she is passionate about

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52:41

How to Overcome Traumatic Childbirth Experiences with...

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2025/12/31

Today, we’re revisiting an episode focused on how to overcome- and prevent- traumatic childbirth experiences. My guest shares key factors that can contribute to birth trauma, red flags to watch for when working with a care provider, and three essential tips for preparing for childbirth. This episode is rich with insight, and my hope is that you’ll walk away feeling informed, empowered, and confident in your support team.My guest, Rebecca Dekker, PhD, is the founder and CEO of Evidence Based

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46:08

Understanding HG (hyperemesis gravidarum) with Dr....

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2025/12/24

In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I’m joined by Dr. Marlena Fejzo, a leading women’s health scientist and researcher. Dr. Fejzo is best known for discovering the first genes linked to uterine fibroids, nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, and hyperemesis gravidarum, and has published extensively on diseases affecting women. She is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California and an internationally recognized leader in women’s health research.I was immediately struck by Dr

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39:21

From Only Child to Big Sibling: Supporting Toddlers...

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2025/12/17

Toddlerhood is full of big emotions, sudden shifts, and constant change- especially when a new baby is on the way. Today we will dive into what’s really happening beneath toddler behavior and how parents can navigate this season of life with confidence, connection, and compassion.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I’m joined by Devon Kuntzman. Devon is the founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, a certified parent coach, and mother. Devon helps parents move beyond the “terrible twos”

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42:28

Postpartum Support in a Digital Age with Sarah Trott

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2025/12/10

At first glance, the title might make you think parenting in the digital age sounds overwhelming. But what if technology could actually support today’s parents instead of adding stress?In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I’m joined by Sarah Trott. Sarah is the creator and host of The Fourth Trimester Podcast and founder of HelloGaia Parenting Copilot, an evidence-based tool that gives families quick, reliable answers from pregnancy through early parenthood. Sarah is a tremendous resource

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45:45

Birth Story: From Fear to Joy with Srilaya Yallapragada

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2025/12/03

It’s time for another community birth story from one of our PYC students. I’m always amazed by the range of experiences people share, and I truly believe each story offers us valuable insight, empathy, and wisdom.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I’m joined by Srilaya Yallapragada- a software engineer from California who moved to NYC halfway through her pregnancy. Srilaya opens up about navigating a major move, choosing a new care provider, communicating her needs, building community in

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47:51

How to Find, Hire and Thrive with a Nanny with Sarah...

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2025/11/26

When my son was born and we needed a nanny, I remember feeling totally overwhelmed. Where do you even begin when it comes to hiring someone you barely know to caretake your child? It’s a feeling so many parents share, and that’s exactly what today’s episode is about: nannies- the process, the common mistakes made, and how to navigate it all.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Sarah Davis. Sarah has been in the nanny industry for over 25 years and has owned Nanny Agency Olive You

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48:30

The Placenta & Umbilical Cord Explained: Functions,...

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2025/11/19

A past blog post about nuchal cords (when the umbilical cord wraps around baby’s neck) sparked a lot of fear and confusion, especially around the idea that this could “strangle” baby. In this episode, we take a deeper look at what’s really happening.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Dr. Jessica Vernon. Dr. Jessica is is a mom of two and a board-certified OBGYN for over a decade. She is an Associate Medical Director as well as the Director of Mental Health at Oula, a

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53:43

Healing From A Cesarean with Sara Reardon and Jessica...

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2025/11/12

As roughly one third of American Babies are born via C-Section, Cesareans rank among the top surgical procedures given in the US. Since it’s such a common procedure, it can be easy to forget that it’s major abdominal surgery. New parents are sent home with the daunting task of caring for a newborn and healing from surgery often with little support.In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with Sara Reardon and Jessica Reale, two doctors of Physical Therapy and board-certified Specialists

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45:57

Birth Story: Preparing for One Birth, Facing Another:...

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2025/11/05

I always love connecting with members of the PYC community- students, alumni, educators, and everyone in between. Today’s guest shares a deeply personal and moving birth story filled with struggle, resilience, and heartfelt reflection.Joining me today on Yoga | Birth | Babies is Renata Freitas. Renata is originally from Brazil and moved to the US for her MBA at Wharton, where she met her husband. She is a traveler, a wife, a mother, and is also 200 hr-certified in yoga. Enjoy her deeply honest

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46:37

Why Parenting Feels So Hard- and What You Can Do...

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2025/10/29

Since becoming a parent, I’ve often wondered how our own stress from parenting affects our ability to actually parent. Today’s episode explores that connection through the lens of nervous system regulation- parenting edition.Joining me today on Yoga|Birth|Babies is Kat Sabath. Kat is a therapist, coach, and yoga teacher who helps parents find fulfillment in family life. She’s the founder of The Family Well, where she blends evidence-based mental health strategies with holistic tools like

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38:56

How to Prepare for IVF with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh

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2025/10/22

There are so many factors as to why someone would take the IVF path, and so many factors in the process itself. So today’s episode is all about In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)- why people choose it, what the process involves, and how to prepare the body and mind for that process. We’ll also debunk common IVF myths, explore what to expect along the way, and shed light on so much more.Joining me today on Yoga|Birth|Babies is Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, a fertility specialist in San Ramon, CA. Dr. Aimee

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41:29

What We Don’t Tell New Parents: A Doctor’s Honest...

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2025/10/15

Today we take a deep dive into the current postpartum system; cracks and gaps included. What are the biggest misconceptions around pregnancy and childbirth, and how do they affect birth and postpartum in this country?My guest to have this conversation on Yoga| Birth| Babies is Dr. Jessica Vernon. Dr. Jessica is is a mom of two and a board-certified OBGYN for over a decade. She is an Associate Medical Director as well as the Director of Mental Health at Oula, a midwifery-led women’s health

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51:11

Pregnancy and Parenting as a Millennial with Dr....

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2025/10/08

Today Did you know millennials tend to be more likely to have high blood pressure during pregnancy than previous generations? Why is it that millennials are having such a hard time as parents? Today’s podcast is for all those that were born between 1981-996; and those of you in Gen-Z, too.To have this conversation with me on Yoga| Birth| Babies is Dr. Christine Sterling. Dr. Sterling is a board certified ObGyn, mother, and founder of Sterling Parents. In this heartfelt conversation, she explains

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49:19

Birth Story: Finding Empowerment in a 36-Hour Labor...

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2025/10/01

Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Jennifer Schaffer-Goddard to share her birth story. Jennifer is a critic and essayist living in Manhattan. Her first book, Make Me Feel Something: In Pursuit of Sensuous Life in the Virtual Age, will be published by Ecco and Hamish Hamilton in 2027.Jennifer began taking classes at PYC at just 7 weeks pregnant and continued all the way up to her due date. As I listened to her story, there were so many references to what she learned in class and how those

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58:15

Weaning Your Baby or Toddler with Francie Webb

Yoga Birth Babies ·

2025/09/24

What are some reasons that parents decide to wean, and when?Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, Francie Webb and I get into all things weaning. Francie Webb is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and founder of Go Milk Yourself. In 2017, Francie published Go Milk Yourself: You Have Power. Express It! Her work has been featured in The Cut, Elle.com, Mashable, The View, and more. Tune in as we discuss the signs it may be time to start weaning, the emotional rollercoaster

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45:42

From Reactivity to Resilience: A New Approach to...

Yoga Birth Babies ·

2025/09/17

Today is all about parental dysregulation- what is is, how it shows up, and the impact it has on our children. To have this powerful and insightful conversation with me today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Dr. Amber Thornton, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and author of A Parent’s Guide to Self-Regulation: A Practical Framework for Breaking the Cycle of Dysregulation and Mastering Emotions for Parents and Children. Listen in as we unpack common myths around dysregulation and discuss how

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