Ask the Doulas Podcast
Ask the Doulas is a leading pregnancy podcast, birth podcast, and postpartum podcast for expecting families and birth professionals. Since 2017, this trusted doula podcast has delivered expert, evidence-based education on pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, and early parenting.
Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, Ask the Doulas features interviews with top doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, sleep consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, and perinatal mental health professionals. This podcast is designed for both parents and professionals looking for trusted guidance, continuing education, and real-world strategies.
Whether you are trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, preparing for labor and delivery, recovering postpartum, or caring for a newborn, this pregnancy and parenting podcast offers practical tips and expert insights. It is also a valuable resource for doulas, birth workers, and baby professionals growing their knowledge and business.
Topics include:
pregnancy tips, birth preparation, labor support, doula support, natural birth, hospital birth, birth planning, postpartum recovery, fourth trimester care, breastfeeding and lactation, newborn sleep, baby care, maternal mental health, postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, nutrition for pregnancy and postpartum, self-care for moms, and work-life balance after baby
You will also find episodes focused on doula business, marketing for doulas, growing a doula agency, and building a sustainable birth and baby career.
Why listeners love Ask the Doulas:
• Expert interviews with trusted voices in pregnancy and postpartum care
• Actionable tips for pregnancy, birth, and newborn stages
• Judgment-free, supportive education for families and professionals
• A long-standing, trusted podcast in the birth and baby space since 2017
If you are searching for a pregnancy podcast, postpartum podcast, doula podcast, birth education podcast, or newborn care podcast, Ask the Doulas is your go-to resource for support, education, and confidence.
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Episodes
346 episodes
Childbirth Education's Real Competition with Ashley Brichter, CEO of Birthsmarter.
What keeps expecting parents from signing up for childbirth education? It isn't necessarily another class. More often, it's the feeling that there simply isn't enough time.In this episode of the Ask the Doulas Podcast, Kristin Revere sit...
How to Build Your Postpartum Support Plan Before Baby Arrives with Kristin Revere
Most parents spend months preparing for birth, the nursery, and baby gear, but very few spend the same amount of time planning for the postpartum period. The truth is that the weeks after birth can be one of the most physically, emotionally, an...
Why the Blue Dot Matters: A Conversation on Maternal Mental Health with Katie Crenshaw
Perinatal mental health affects countless families, yet stigma and lack of awareness often prevent parents from seeking the support they need. In this episode of the Ask the Doulas Podcast, Kristin Revere sits down with Katie Crenshaw, Brand an...
What does it take to make birth safer with Dr. Vandana Arcot, MD.
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere welcomes Dr. Vandana Arcot, MD, a philanthropist and global health leader who has spent more than 17 years working in maternal and reproductive healthcare across 13 countries. Through h...
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag: Essentials for Birth, Recovery, and Baby with Kristin Revere.
Packing your hospital bag can feel overwhelming, especially with so many conflicting checklists online. What do you actually need for labor, postpartum recovery, and your baby's first days?In this solo episode of Ask the Doulas...
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Measles Outbreak: Vaccine Protection and What Parents Should Know With Dr. Michael T. Myers Jr.
Measles outbreaks and vaccine protection are becoming a growing concern for parents as cases rise again across the U.S. What do families actually need to know, and what steps are recommended if exposure happens?In this episode of Ask the...
How to Calm a Crying Baby: The Science of Soothing Newborns With Dr. Harvey Karp
Baby soothing techniques, newborn sleep help, and how to calm a crying baby are some of the most searched concerns for new parents in the early postpartum weeks. But what actually works when your baby is inconsolable and sleep feels impossible?...
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Postpartum Sleep Deprivation: How It Affects Mental Health With Mariana Yancik
Sleep deprivation, postpartum mental health, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are often dismissed as a normal part of new parenthood, but chronic exhaustion can affect the brain and body in ways that go well beyond tiredness.
Postpartum Care: What Happens After You Leave the Hospital With Ciara Lyons
Postpartum recovery and fourth trimester support are often the most overwhelming parts of having a baby, especially when families are sent home from the hospital without a clear roadmap for what comes next. But what actually happens during this...
Cost of Having a Baby: What You Actually Need to Budget For With Kristin Revere
The cost of having a baby, from pregnancy and birth to postpartum care, adds up faster than most families expect. And even with insurance, out-of-pocket expenses can catch you off guard.In this solo episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Rev...
How to Improve Newborn Sleep: What Actually Works for Exhausted Parents With Mariana Yancik
Newborn sleep is unpredictable, frequent wake-ups are normal, and exhaustion in those early weeks is common. The key is understanding what newborn sleep actually looks like, and how to work with it rather than against it.In this episode ...
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Daycare Sleep: How to Fix Baby and Toddler Nap Problems With Allison Egidi
Daycare sleep problems are one of the most common challenges parents face, especially when baby and toddler naps suddenly become inconsistent outside the home. But what’s actually driving these changes, and how can parents approach it?In...
Birth Center Care: Expanding Access to Midwifery-Led Birth With Lauren McCullough
Birth center access, midwifery care in the US, and finding birth center options are becoming increasingly important for families trying to navigate maternity care. But why is access still so limited, and what is being done to change it?I...
Dog and Baby Safety: How to Introduce Your Dog to a Newborn With Dominika Knossalla-Pado
Bringing a dog and newborn home together, preparing your dog for a baby, and managing pet behaviour after birth are some of the biggest concerns for expecting parents. But how do you actually make that transition safe, calm, and predictable whe...
Baby Sleep Training Methods Explained with Sleep Consultant Mariana Yancik
Sleep struggles are one of the most common challenges new parents face, especially when navigating conflicting advice about gentle methods versus the cry it out approach. So how do you find what's right for your baby and your family?In t...
Perinatal Mental Health Tips for Pregnancy Brain Fog with Becky Gleed
Is “pregnancy brain” real—or is there more going on beneath the surface?In this episode, we’re joined by Becky Gleed of the Perinatal & Reproductive Wellness Group to unpack the very real experience of brain fog during pregnancy and ...
How to Find the Right Doula on Social Media with Doula Darcy
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re talking all about social media and doulas with Doula Darcy. Social media has become one of the most powerful ways for families to discover support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, but it can also...
How to Care for Newborns with Eczema and Dry Skin with Andrea Faulkner Williams
Sensitive skin and newborns often go hand in hand, leaving parents overwhelmed, exhausted, and unsure of what products are truly safe and effective. In this episode, we sit down with Andrea Faulkner Williams, co-founder of Tubby Todd Bath Co., ...
How Mom Communities Boost Confidence and Reduce Isolation with Sarah Greidanus
Mom groups have been making headlines lately, and not always in a positive way. While stories about mom group drama and social tension can get attention, they don’t reflect what supportive communities are truly about. The right mom group can be...
Baby Formula Tips and Guidance for New Parents with Mallory Whitmore of The Formula Mom
Choosing a baby formula can feel overwhelming, especially in a world full of strong opinions and fear-based messaging. In this episode, I’m joined by Mallory Whitmore, known as The Formula Mom, to have an honest, judgment-free conversation abou...
Newborn Prep Class Benefits Every Parent Should Know with Alyssa Veneklase
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, host Kristin Revere is joined by Alyssa Veneklase, pediatric sleep consultant and co-host of the podcast, to talk all about Newborn Survival and why a baby prep class can be one of the m...
What a Sibling Doula Does During Birth and Postpartum with Kristin Revere
When families prepare for birth, so much focus is placed on supporting the birthing parent and partner. But what about older siblings?In this solo episode with Kristin Revere, co-host of Ask the Doulas and founder of Gold Coast Doulas, ...
How to Choose the Right Sleep Support for Your Child with Alyssa Veneklase
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we sit down with Alyssa Veneklase, pediatric sleep consultant and co-host of Ask the Doulas, to break down the difference between taking an infant or toddler sleep class and working one-on-one ...
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