Best Deb Flashenberg Podcasts (2025)

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A Doula Should Not Be Your Sword and Shield! with Bec Conant 55:16

5d ago55:16

55:16

Many times, I hear my prenatal students express feeling disconnected from their care provider or uneasy about hospital policies. However, they’ve hired a doula in hopes that that will help them navigate and achieve the birth experience they want. Today, we’re diving into how and why birth preparation goes beyond simply hiring a doula. To have this …

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The Pelvic Floor and Birth with Dr. Millie Schweky DPT, CPT 42:32

13d ago42:32

42:32

Today, we’re diving into the relationship between birth and the pelvic floor. First, we’ll cover the basics: What is the pelvic floor? What is its function? How does one even connect with their pelvic floor? We usually aren’t taught about the pelvic floor growing up, and lack an awareness of it, in part because it’s a group of muscles we do not see…

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Is Our Current Parenting Culture Helping or Hurting Parents and Kids? with Emily Edlynn, PhD 53:54

20d ago53:54

53:54

Today, we’re diving into our current parenting culture- does it support or hinder parents and kids? To have this conversation with me today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Emily Edlynn, PhD. Emily is a licensed clinical psychologist, international speaker, co-host of the Psychologists Off the Clock podcast, and award-winning author of Autonomy-Supporti…

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143: Should You Talk About Current Events In Yoga Classes?? 38:16

20d ago38:16

38:16

You don’t need me to tell you what a wild and scary time we are living through. We know that the tools of yoga can be incredibly supportive in difficult times and also have things to say about the difficult times we are living in. So are you talking about this in your classes? Should you? I am, and I’ve been getting a lot of questions about it! So …

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How To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea Brennan - A Revisit 55:56

27d ago55:56

55:56

Having a baby is expensive! So, how can we prepare for the expected and unexpected costs that come with having a child? In this episode of Yoga| Birth| Babies I speak with financial educator and founder of Smart Money Mamas Chelsea Brennan. From getting a clear picture of your current financial state, to understanding how to prioritize and prepare …

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Birth Story: A Sexy and Instinctual Birth with Meredith Witte 1:12:32

1M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

Today, we have a very special community birth story. I love when I get to hear the birth stories of not only our student community, but also of our teaching community. Today, we have a story of the latter! Today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Meredith Witte. Meredith Witte is a functional strength coach and a yoga instructor with a Master’s in Exercis…

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Everything You Want to Know About VBACs with Meagan Heaton 54:58

1M ago54:58

54:58

Today, we're diving into the topic of VBACs—Vaginal Birth After Cesareans. We'll explore the most common reasons for cesarean births, as well as the risks and benefits of choosing a VBAC. Additionally, we'll discuss factors that might make someone risk out of a VBAC, and compare those risks to those of a repeat cesarean. To have this conversation t…

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Insider Tips from a Labor & Delivery Nurse with Caitlin Jeanmougin 59:28

2M ago59:28

59:28

The other day I overheard some students discussing whether to hire a doula for their birth, or rely on the support of labor and delivery staff. As L&D nurse experiences vary from hospital to hospital, I felt this was an important topic to explore. In this episode, we’ll dive into the role of a labor and delivery nurse, what to expect, and some insi…

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[REVISIT]: How To Use Spinning Babies for A Smoother, More Balanced, and More Efficient Birth with Gail Tully 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

If you could choose between a functional efficient labor or a dysfunctional and inefficient labor, I’m guessing you would choose functional and efficient labor. I have been to many births as a doula and I’ve had 2 kids of my own. While the body may need time to open to let the baby descend and rotate, it can be a lot on the parents and support team…

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Birth Story: When You Know Your Body Best with Amber Hogue 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Today we have a remarkable and empowering community birth story. Today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Amber Hogue. Amber is a proud mom of two boys, Finn and Wally, and lives in the Bay Area with her family. She works in clinical research with a focus on patient engagement, leveraging her expertise to create meaningful connections and improve healthca…

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Postpartum- The Things They Don't Tell You About! with Tina Goldstein 49:41

2M ago49:41

49:41

A few months ago, before teaching my postnatal class, my students were sitting in a circle sharing their experiences about postpartum and all the surprises this phase brought. In other words, they were discussing all the things no one had told them about postpartum. Today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Tina Goldstein. Tina facilitates the New Parent S…

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142: What Makes Americans Unhealthy with Dr. Jessica Knurick 55:01

2M ago55:01

55:01

As I sit down to write these show notes, RFK Jr is currently in his senate confirmation hearing. By the time you read these words it is my assumption that he will be the new head of Health and Human Services for the United States, a job with incredible power. Anything is possible, so there could be a different outcome, but it seems unlikely. You mi…

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"Happy to Help!" A Talk with Author, Amy Wilson 46:54

3M ago46:54

46:54

Today, we’re diving into a book titled Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser. This collection of essays captures the journey of being the go-to person for everyone’s needs while quietly struggling. It explores the idea of being “happy to help”… even when you shouldn’t be. The essays are hilariously relatable, and what I love most is the aut…

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The Mental load and Overwhelm of Infant Feeding with Chana Topek Diamond, LCSW, CLC, CD 49:07

3M ago49:07

49:07

Many parents experience significant pressure and responsibility when it comes to feeding their new child, particularly around breastfeeding. This is especially true for the individual providing nourishment and nutrition through breastfeeding. Today on Yoga|Birth|Babies I have Chana Topek Diamond. Chana is a licensed clinical social worker, doula, l…

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141: The Best Way To Find Private Yoga Students 33:34

3M ago33:34

33:34

Building a career as a yoga teacher is challenging because unlike many other kinds of jobs, you have to build out a career in one hour blocks, working to get and then manage each gig separately. While the explosion of online offerings and social media as a marketing tool has changed much about the landscape, there is one thing it hasn’t changed. In…

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Why Children Whine and What to Do About It with Dr. Laura Markham [REVISIT] 56:30

3M ago56:30

56:30

If you’re a parent, or have simply spent time around children, you know the how hard it can be to stay calm when a child is whining. I’m almost 14 years into parenthood and still, I find myself hungrily looking for expert advice on this issue! In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I speak with Dr. Laura Markham on this valuable subject. Dr. Laura M…

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Birth Story: A Deep Belief in a Desired VBAC with Jessie Valentine 1:01:18

3M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

Community birth stories are, for me, some of the most important episodes to share on this podcast. Oftentimes, we’re overwhelmed with negative birth narratives, which can impact one’s confidence in their ability to birth. I feel passionate about hearing, and sharing, stories where individuals acknowledge their birthing anxieties but ultimately over…

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Chiropractic and Pregnancy with Dr. Robert Shire 41:56

3M ago41:56

41:56

Today, we're talking all about prenatal chiropractic work and how it can help you have a smoother birth and more comfortable pregnancy. I love the idea of chiropractics because it all goes back to alignment. And as a studio owner, yoga teacher and former doula, I am confident in saying that when the pregnant body is aligned, it not only feels bette…

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The History, Science and Technology Behind IVF with Dr. Donna Drucker 43:21

4M ago43:21

43:21

Today, we're exploring a topic that has impacted so many people around the world, including some of my closest friends and students. I'll admit that I didn't know much about IVF, as I haven’t had personal experience with it, so I set out to learn more. Interestingly, my cousin is an expert on the subject, and one day shared with me about the the hi…

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Sex During Pregnancy and After Baby with Dr. Sabrina Baxter [REVISIT] 43:34

4M ago43:34

43:34

For many sex is a very different experience while pregnant and newly postpartum. From wondering if you might hurt your baby to the physical discomfort one may experience, a lot of questions come to mind. Today we're going to talk about sex during pregnancy and after baby. I gathered some of the students together from the prenatal and postnatal clas…

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140: Rest Is Sacred with Octavia Raheem 53:49

4M ago53:49

53:49

Octavia Raheem first wrote a book called Gather where she talked about gathering ancestors, gathering courage and gathering rest. Then she wrote a book, Pause Rest Be, about how rest has served as a tool for courage and resilience for her and the people she’s worked with. And lucky for us, Octavia has written a new book called Rest Is Sacred, that …

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Why You and Your Baby Need a Good Night Sleep With Liza Kaplan Montanino 47:50

4M ago47:50

47:50

Today we are going to talk about SLEEP: your sleep, your baby’s sleep, and how to help your baby get good sleep. We dive into the topic of sleep deprivation, its impact on maternal mental health and bonding with baby, and also the different types of sleep training methods. Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Liza Kaplan Montanino. Liza is a dual…

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Birth story: How to Adjust When Birth Plans Change with Fiamma 59:36

4M ago59:36

59:36

Today, we have a community birth story. I look at these stories as a wonderful chance to hear firsthand about the incredible experience of birth from someone in our very own community—an experience that deeply influences so much of what we do here at PYC! Today on Yoga | Birth | Babies, I have Fiamma. Fiamma was born in NYC grew up as a competitive…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Deb Flashenberg Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Yoga Birth Babies

Deb Flashenberg and Independent Podcast Network

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The Mentor Sessions

Francesca Cervero

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The YogaBiz Podcast

Meg Sangimino

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Yoga Teacher Circle

Taylor Wray

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A Doula Should Not Be Your Sword and Shield! with Bec Conant 55:16

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The Pelvic Floor and Birth with Dr. Millie Schweky DPT, CPT 42:32

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Is Our Current Parenting Culture Helping or Hurting Parents and Kids? with Emily Edlynn, PhD 53:54

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143: Should You Talk About Current Events In Yoga Classes?? 38:16

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How To Financially Prepare for a Baby with Chelsea Brennan - A Revisit 55:56

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Birth Story: A Sexy and Instinctual Birth with Meredith Witte 1:12:32

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Everything You Want to Know About VBACs with Meagan Heaton 54:58

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Insider Tips from a Labor & Delivery Nurse with Caitlin Jeanmougin 59:28

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[REVISIT]: How To Use Spinning Babies for A Smoother, More Balanced, and More Efficient Birth with Gail Tully 1:13:47

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Birth Story: When You Know Your Body Best with Amber Hogue 1:00:52

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Postpartum- The Things They Don't Tell You About! with Tina Goldstein 49:41

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142: What Makes Americans Unhealthy with Dr. Jessica Knurick 55:01

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"Happy to Help!" A Talk with Author, Amy Wilson 46:54

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The Mental load and Overwhelm of Infant Feeding with Chana Topek Diamond, LCSW, CLC, CD 49:07

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141: The Best Way To Find Private Yoga Students 33:34

1
Why Children Whine and What to Do About It with Dr. Laura Markham [REVISIT] 56:30

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Birth Story: A Deep Belief in a Desired VBAC with Jessie Valentine 1:01:18

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Chiropractic and Pregnancy with Dr. Robert Shire 41:56

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The History, Science and Technology Behind IVF with Dr. Donna Drucker 43:21

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Sex During Pregnancy and After Baby with Dr. Sabrina Baxter [REVISIT] 43:34

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140: Rest Is Sacred with Octavia Raheem 53:49

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Why You and Your Baby Need a Good Night Sleep With Liza Kaplan Montanino 47:50

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Birth story: How to Adjust When Birth Plans Change with Fiamma 59:36

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