Musings of a Black Doula
Samantha Griffin
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15| Recovery After Cesarean Birth
Musings of a Black Doula
09/06/23 • 50 min
14| Understanding Healing After (Vaginal) Birth
Musings of a Black Doula
07/31/23 • 41 min
In this episode, we fill in the gaps many have about the healing process after vaginal birth.
Learn about the physical changes that occur in the body after birth, and the importance of giving yourself at least six weeks to rest and heal as a minimum. This episode addresses pressures to snap back and normalizes the need for more time and support during the postpartum period. Get insights into how to manage normal recovery, warning signs to get medical attention, and advice on seeking help.
Grab this download for a postpartum plan!
Get the show notes at: https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/understanding-healing-after-vaginal-birth
In the DMV? Hire your own doula from DC Metro Maternity.
And anywhere in the US, sign up for Attain, a course designed for Black women giving birth in the hospital.
Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!
13| Tips to Manage Baby Blues
Musings of a Black Doula
07/24/23 • 36 min
12| Keke Palmer & What Black Moms Deserve
Musings of a Black Doula
07/17/23 • 20 min
In this episode I’m talking about Keke Palmer and her baby daddy’s opinions on motherhood. This is the starting point for a conversation about how what Balck women and especially Black mothers deserve, and important conversations that should be a part of your postpartum plan.
If you want a resource that includes lots of conversations pregnant Black women should have with their partners, I have a course for you! Attain is specifically designed for Black woman giving birth in the hospital.
I am a currently practicing doula- labor, postpartum & childbirth education. If you'd like to hire me or my team, we’re at dcmetromaternity.com.
Subscribe so you can get the next episode, and we’ll talk soon!
11| What to Expect Immediately After Giving Birth
Musings of a Black Doula
03/06/23 • 36 min
In this episode, I'm helping prepare you for what to expect in the first few hours after birth. Don't say no one told you!
Grab this download for a postpartum plan!
Get the show notes at: https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/immediatepostpartum
In the DMV? Hire your own doula from DC Metro Maternity.
And anywhere in the US, sign up for Expecting Excellence, a 5 day guide for pregnant Black women to feel safe, empowered and ready for the joy of giving birth.
Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!
10| Finding "Unbiased" Information During Pregnancy (& Beyond)
Musings of a Black Doula
03/02/23 • 25 min
In this episode, I have advice about getting unbiased information that you can trust. If you're going to be your own self-advocate (or even choose a good advocate) you need to know this.
Tune in to learn:
- about the decision making styles I see
- how to protect your headspace during pregnancy & parenting
- the 3 things I use to figure out if I want to listen to pregnancy & parenting influencers (or not)
Grab this download for my pre-vetted resources that I use with clients.
Get the show notes at: https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/supportingapartner
In the DMV? Hire your own doula from DC Metro Maternity.
And anywhere in the US, sign up for Expecting Excellence, a 5 day guide for pregnant Black women to feel safe, empowered and ready for the joy of giving birth. Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!
09| Supporting Your Partner Through Big Moments
Musings of a Black Doula
02/20/23 • 44 min
This episode gets personal as I share an experience about supporting my own partner. It's made me more in tune with spouses who are watching the love of their life give birth.
Get the show notes at: https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/supportingapartner
In the DMV? Hire your own doula from DC Metro Maternity.
And anywhere in the US, sign up for Expecting Excellence, a 5 day guide for pregnant Black women to feel safe, empowered and ready for the joy of giving birth.
Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!
08| What's Missing When We Talk About Black Maternal Health
Musings of a Black Doula
02/13/23 • 32 min
In this episode, I share an epiphany I had while teaching a birth class. When we talk about the maternal health crisis in the US, especially for Black women, we're leaving out some critical information- what birthing parents & loved ones can do! Listen to this episode for what I'm doing about it.
Get the show notes at: https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/whats-missing-when-we-talk-about-black-maternal-health
In the DMV? Hire your own postpartum doula from DC Metro Maternity.
And anywhere in the US, sign up for Expecting Excellence, a 5 day guide for pregnant Black women to feel safe, empowered and ready for the joy of giving birth.
Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!
07| Are You Birthing By Committee?
Musings of a Black Doula
10/15/22 • 20 min
When you're planning your birth, your postpartum period and how you're going to raise your baby, it can be tempting to get as many opinions possible to be sure you're doing the "right thing". I call this birthing by committee. Listen to today's podcast to hear how this can cause some problems you may not have considered, and what to do instead.
Get the show notes at https://www.musingsofblackdoula.com/episodes/birth-by-committee In the DMV? Hire your own postpartum doula from DC Metro Maternity. And anywhere in the US, sign up for our online course for Black women giving birth in the hospital here- https://dcmetromaternity.com/online-pregnancy-birth-postpartum-class-for-black-women/ Subscribe to Musings of a Black Doula on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher!06| What is Perineal Massage? Does Prevent Tearing in Birth?
Musings of a Black Doula
10/03/22 • 42 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Musings of a Black Doula have?
Musings of a Black Doula currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does Musings of a Black Doula cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Kids & Family and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Musings of a Black Doula?
The episode title '15| Recovery After Cesarean Birth' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Musings of a Black Doula?
The average episode length on Musings of a Black Doula is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Musings of a Black Doula released?
Episodes of Musings of a Black Doula are typically released every 7 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of Musings of a Black Doula?
The first episode of Musings of a Black Doula was released on Aug 25, 2022.
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