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Fourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | Doula

Sarah Roselinda Trott

My name is Sarah Trott. I"m a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I"ve benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the

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01:11:54

The Top 5 Questions Parents Ask in New Parent Groups...

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2025/04/05

Mikka Bonel is a doula and a long-time facilitator of New Parent Circles. In these groups, parents gatherin a safe and supportive, facilitated group. All parents of new babies are welcome to share and connect around the transition to their new role as a parent, changing family relationships, and the vast spectrum of emotions that arise in new parenthood.In this episode, Mikka shares the top 5 questions parents ask in her groups, touching on:Confidence and balancing the pressure to "get it

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44:35

Micro Destressing For Busy Parents with Sarah Ezrin,...

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2025/03/22

In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Ezrin, award-winning author, world-renowned yoga educator, and maternal mental health advocate, to talk about micro destressing techniques for busy parents.Sarah shares simple, effective ways to regulate your nervous system, restore your energy, and find calm in the chaos of daily life. The best part is that it doesn't take additional time, so it still works even if you have a full schedule.Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Sarah Ezrin

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58:22

Generational Parenting, featuring Postpartum Support...

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2025/03/15

Parenting isn’t just about raising children—it’s about the roles we all play in supporting the next generation.In this episode, PSI Founder Jane Honikman shares wisdom for parents, partners, and grandparents on the power of community, mental health, and the importance of not doing it alone.Please share with the dads, grandparents, other caregivers and extended family in your life!Special thanks to podcasthon.org, the world's largest podcast charity initiative.Full show notes:

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49:50

How to Rewrite Your Birth Story and Find Joy After...

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2025/03/08

Birth is one of the most transformative experiences in a person’s life, but when things don’t go as planned - something traumatic or simply not what you thought would happen - the emotional impact can linger. Chanti Smith is a licensed professional midwife and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. In this episode she talks about healing from birth trauma and reclaiming joy. Listen to learn how somatic experiencing helps release stored trauma, reconnect with the body, and create a new sense of

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39:10

Get the Most From Your Night Doula and Get More Sleep...

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2025/02/22

I don't know about you, but one of my top goals as a parent of a newborn was getting more sleep. A night doula is a great addition to any postpartum dream team because they will help with achieving exactly that - more sleep. More sleep for you, your other family members in your household, your baby.It's perfectly normal for newborns to be awake multiple times during the night (just ask PhD Sleep Consultant Dr Millette). And, it's also true that sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk

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54:34

How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits...

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2025/02/08

Wondering how to make the most of your parental leave? In this episode, we talk with Mamattorney lawyer Daphne Delvaux about your rights, how to maximize your maternity, paternity, and parental leave benefits, and what every new parent should know. Daphne spells out how you can stitch together different types of leaves and benefits to make sure you are getting the full amount of leave available so you can spend the most time possible with your babyFull show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.com Connect

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01:02:20

Baby Carrier Guide: Benefits, Safety & Tips with...

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2025/01/25

Discover the benefits of babywearing in this episode with Whitney Dula, IBCLC, postpartum doula, and trained babywearing expert. Whitney shares tips on choosing and using baby carriers, safety essentials, and how babywearing supports bonding and development. Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Whitney Dula themamasdula.com | Instagram| TikTok | FacebookLearn more Babywearing How To Videos | HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE Babywearing Guide | Where to Check if Your Hand-Me-Down

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58:02

Proper Sitz Bath Guide: Natural Healing & How to Be...

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2025/01/11

Learn the benefits of asitz bath DONE PROPERLYfor postpartum healing, with step-by-step guidance on how to prepare one usingnatural, soothing ingredients.ThisDIY Sitz Bath Guidewill teach you how to care for yourself or provide this care for others.Plus, this episode will equip you with additional tools tomake a real difference in a new parent’s recovery journey.>> This is one to share with any friend or family member who is planning to provide you with a helping hand while your are at home

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01:02:33

Sacred Postpartum Traditions: How to Heal, Thrive,...

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2024/12/28

Discover the wisdom of sacred postpartum traditions with Pānquetzani, a traditional healer and advocate for holistic maternal care. In this episode, we explore time-honored practices that support healing, thriving, and deep connection during the fourth trimester. Learn how to honor your postpartum journey with simple, yet powerful practices that support lasting wellness. Whether you're an expecting parent, new parent, or support person, this conversation offers invaluable tools to nurture mind,

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41:35

Data-Driven Parenting With Dr Amanda P Williams

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2024/12/21

This episode featuring Dr Amanda P Williams is dedicated to how data can be a tool for informed decision-making, creating positive outcomes for both parents and their children.With 35% of U.S. counties classified as Maternity Care Deserts—lacking essential maternal care resources—data and technology are critical in bridging gaps in access and information. Tools like virtual visits, online data platforms such as Peristats, and virtual parenting assistants like HelloGaia empower parents and caregivers

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33:30

Future-Ready: Boost Your Kid's Success With These...

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2024/12/14

In this episode, Jesse Bennett, an author and advocate for positive thinking among children, guides us on helping kids boost their success by developing a positive mindset through kindness, self-talk, and mindfulness practices. She emphasizes that kindness begins within oneself. By teaching children to love and believe in themselves and encouraging them to recognize their inner light, they can extend this kindness to others.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with Jesse Bennett

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47:08

Meet Your Parenting Copilot: HelloGaia Makes Raising...

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2024/11/30

In this episode, hosted by Didi D'Errico as a special edition, we focus on ACTIONABLE ways you can build more reliable, more accessible and more timely support as a new parent. We know there are enough barriers to support for new parents as it is, as highlighted by March of Dimes in their recent report on Maternity Care Deserts - THANK YOU for providing insights and data!We talk you through specific steps you can take to have a better-resourced fourth trimester and beyond. We highlight FREE planning

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01:06:46

The Top 10 Toddler Sleep Questions Every Parent Asks...

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2024/11/16

In this episode, Sarah Trott talks with pediatric sleep consultant Dr. Angelique Millette to answer the top 10 TODDLER sleep questions every parent has. (Go to the BABY episode if you want help with baby sleep! Link below.)Dr. Millette shares her expertise on the challenges of toddler sleep, providing practical solutions for common issues like bedtime resistance, night wakings, early morning risings, and more. She also covers how to recognize signs of sleep readiness, establish effective bedtime

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42:13

Optimizing Your Mental Health with Dr Ida Eden,...

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2024/11/02

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Ida Eden, a reproductive psychiatrist and faculty member at Weill Cornell Medicine, to explore how you canoptimize your emotional and psychological well-beingduring pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or simply navigating the transition into parenthood, Dr. Eden will provide insights and practical tools to help you feel empowered and supported. Find outwhat to do BEFORE baby arrives, and how you canstart optimizing

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52:16

Baby Travel Tips - Stay Calm And Mother Up with Kacie...

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2024/10/19

On this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast, we're bringing you the ultimate travel guide for parents.Our special guests, Mother Up creators Kacie McDonnell Hosmer, former host of FOX Nation and Mansion Global, and Gianna DeMedio Simon, host of the podcast So Sorry for Your Loss, share their tried-and-true tips for traveling with little ones. Between them, they’ve wrangled three children under four while navigating air and car travel, and their advice will help you make your next trip as

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41:22

Morning Sickness Causes and Cures: Hyperemesis...

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2024/10/05

Rather amazingly, there hasn't been much research into the causes and potential cures for the nausea that around 70% of people experience during pregnancy. Until now.Thankfully, Dr Marlena Fejzo is dedicating her life's work to finding ways to alleviate the full spectrum of mild cases of "morning sickness" to severe nausea to, on the extreme end, hyperemesis. She herself experienced hyperemesis. She knows firsthand the debilitating effects of the disease. Already she has clearly identified one gene

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43:17

Budgeting for Baby: Three Essential Steps for A...

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2024/09/21

In this episode of Fourth Trimester Podcast, we are joined by an experienced financial advisor, Laura Davis CFP.This episode centers on how families cancreate 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 helpingraise children to be financially independent.Full

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48:26

Evidence Based Care for Improving Postpartum Recovery...

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2024/09/07

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 fourthtrimesterpodcast.comResources Skin to Skin After A Cesarean Evidence on Pitocin During the Third Stage of Labor Why Postpartum Midwifery is

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01:04:57

Breastfeeding Essentials Part 2: Manage Milk Supply,...

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2024/08/24

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.comLinks and resources mentioned on the show: Lactation

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50:42

Breastfeeding Essentials Part 1: No Judgment Guide -...

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2024/08/10

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

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