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Rachael Shepard-Ohta
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03/14/24 • 30 min
Episode 30: Body Safety and Abuse Prevention: Keeping Kids Safe with Feather Berkower @parentingsafechildren
This week Rachael has a very important conversation with Feather Berkower, a leader and well known author in child sexual abuse prevention. Feather educates us on ways we can protect our children when we are not with them both by having tough conversations with adults and teaching them "body safety" and consent from the start. Feather emphasizes the importance of pushing through our own discomfort to have these tough conversations for the sake of our kids.
The uncomfortable truth is that most of us either are survivors or know a survivor of abuse. In this necessary episode, Rachael and Feather discuss the current stats for sexual abuse (which are shocking) and how to teach children protection skills without scaring them. Feather shares what makes a child most vulnerable to abuse, and the signs to look out for that abuse may have occurred. Feather also offers tips on ways we can speak to friends and family about the values we are teaching our children in relation to body safety and how to begin having conversations around this topic at a very young age.
Feather is a licensed clinical social worker who holds a Master’s of Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley. She has been a leader in child sexual abuse prevention since 1985 and has educated nearly one-hundred fifty thousand schoolchildren, parents and youth professionals. Her well-regarded workshop, Parenting Safe Children, empowers adults to keep children safe from sexual assault. Feather co-authored Off Limits, a parenting book that will change the way you think about keeping children safe.. Feather makes this difficult topic less scary, and consistently impresses audiences with her knowledge, commitment, and warmth.
Mentioned in this episode:
Join the Live Zoom Workshop for Parenting Safe Children in March & April: Sign Up here
Feather’s Book: “Off Limits: A Parent’s Guide to Keeping Kids Safe from Sexual Abuse”
Feather’s Instagram here
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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Episode 29: “Perinatal Mood Disorders Don’t Discriminate” with Clinical Pharmacist Jasmine @pearlsofjasmine
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03/07/24 • 42 min
Episode 29: “Perinatal Mood Disorders Don’t Discriminate” with Jasmine @pearlsofjasmine
This week, Rachael and guest Jasmine discuss a very important and often stigmatized topic, postpartum mental health and perinatal mood disorders. Dr. Jasmine is a clinical pharmacist who is incredibly vulnerable and open in talking about her own experiences with postpartum anxiety, depression, and insomnia after the birth of her daughter and how that experience led to her decision to be “one and done”.
Jasmine shares her expert knowledge as a pharmacist and discusses the stigma of medications, the pros and cons of the "new" postpartum depression medication, and discusses her own decision to start medication after the birth of her daughter.
Find out some common misconceptions or stereotypes about perinatal mental health or treatments, how being an Asian-American woman influenced her during her postpartum experience, and how culture and representation is so incredibly important for women on this journey to not feel so alone.
Jasmine is a clinical pharmacist and mom of one. She became very passionate about maternal mental health after she suffered severe postpartum depression, insomnia and anxiety shortly after having her child. As a healthcare provider, she never thought she would be affected by PPD because she assumed she’d recognize the signs and know how to ward it off. Writing about her journey on her blog and then sharing some of these moments on Instagram have been a way for her to heal and try to normalize mental health for other moms. Just a few months ago, she completed her perinatal mental health certification (PMH-C) to continue to educate herself further on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Jasmine’s IG page: https://www.instagram.com/pearlsofjasmine/
Healing the Tigress podcast IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/healingthetigress/
Referenced in this Episode:
Jasmine’s Newsletter about new treatment option
Podcast Episode on Fatherhood in Postpartum
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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Episode 28: Grandparents: Boundaries, Parenting Differences and Advice with John & Diane, Rachael’s Parents!
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02/29/24 • 39 min
Episode 28: Grandparents: Boundaries, Parenting Differences and Advice with John & Diane, Rachael’s Parents!
This week Rachael has two very special people in her life as guests- her mom and dad, John and Diane! Hear their real thoughts on Rachael’s viral "Boomer Advice" Tiktok, stroll down memory lane as they recount sleep and parenting in the late 80s and early 90s, and find out how they used to get their parenting advice.
John and Diane share their personal experiences around things like sleep training and cosleeping and the stigma it had 30 years ago. They talk about how the culture around parenting and sleep has changed over the years, give their honest thoughts on "gentle parenting", and answer questions from YOU, the listeners about how to set boundaries with parents and in-laws! John and Diane also share their biggest regret as parents- which Rachael heard for the first time during the interview- and let you know their biggest piece of advice as you navigate the early years of parenting.
John and Diane are Rachael’s Parents and parents to 2 other daughters. They are the loving grandparents of Rachael's 3 kids and live in Connecticut.
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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02/22/24 • 51 min
Episode 27: Understanding Your Fertility with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack @fertilityfriday
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your body, your period, and your fertility. This week, Rachael and Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, fertility educator and author of a new book, Real Food For Fertility, chat all about fertility awareness, birth control, using your cycle as your fifth “vital sign”, and how to know if your period is “normal.”
In this empowering episode, you’ll find out what a normal, healthy menstrual cycle looks like, if hormonal contraceptives impact fertility, and what is the pill actually doing in the body. They also discuss fertility awareness, how it can help improve a woman's chances of conceiving for the first time or after already giving birth, plus lots more valuable information!
Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. She is the author of three bestselling books The Fifth Vital Sign, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook, and her most recent book Real Food For Fertility, which she co-authored with Lily Nichols RDN. Lisa works tirelessly to debunk the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Drawing heavily from the current scientific literature, Lisa presents an evidence-based approach to help women connect to their fifth vital sign by uncovering the connection between the menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall health. With well over 4 million downloads, her podcast, Fertility Friday, is the #1 source for information about fertility awareness and menstrual cycle health.
Mentioned in this episode:
Lisa’s website, Fertility Friday: fertilityfriday.com
NEW BOOK! Real Food For Fertility: realfoodforfertility.com
Lisa's book, The Fifth Vital Sign: thefifthvitalsignbook.com
Lisa’s Instagram: @FertilityFriday
Fertility Friday Podcast
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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02/15/24 • 46 min
Episode 26: "I Thought I'd Be Sleeping By Now" with Lauren Paley @lauren_paley
This week Rachael speaks with toddler mom, musician and content creator Lauren Paley. Rachael and Lauren dive into all things motherhood in this candid conversation, specifically sleep challenges. Lauren shares special glimpses into her experience as a first time mom including sleep (or lack thereof) and cosleeping, her best tips for exclusively pumping, and how she and her husband divide and share the load of parenthood. Lauren discusses having a "high needs" baby, her journey with postpartum anxiety and how it still shows up for her over a year postpartum. Hear how Lauren is navigating sharing her personal life on social media as a content creator with over 12 million followers across platforms.
Lauren Paley, otherwise known as “The Stairwell Siren”, is a music and lifestyle content creator best known for her beautiful and haunting covers recorded in her garage stairwell. This Titanic Hymn to the Sea cover was the video that went viral and “started it all” for her! Lauren lives in Nashville, TN, with her daughter Piper, 18 months, and husband Dan. When she isn’t posting music, she’s sharing glimpses of her personal life as a new mom to adorable 18-month-old Piper. Lauren's newest goal is to work on a Lullaby album for little ones- so stay tuned!
Lauren’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/lauren_paley/
Lauren’s TikTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenpaley?lang=en
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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01/11/24 • 34 min
Episode 21: How Culture Affects Our Parenting with Melina Gac Levin of @parentpueblo
Join Rachael and guest Melina Gac Levin, as they have important conversations around culture and how it shapes the way we view our kids and parent. They discuss what conversations parents should have with each other before they have kids about how each culture may impact their parenting and hear some advice Melina would offer to parents who come from different cultural backgrounds who are navigating potential conflicts or differences in parenting approaches. They chat about some strategies for parents who want to blend different cultural parenting approaches and traditions and how cultural values and beliefs influence the way parents make decisions about their children’s sleep, language, behavior, plus so much more!
Melina is an early childhood development specialist, graduate professor, writer, and mother. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband, Mike, and their two daughters. Melina’s professional background is as an educator and she spent over 10 years in the classroom. She holds dual masters in Infant and Family Development, Early Intervention & Early Childhood General and Special Education from Bank Street, where she now teaches graduate students in education and social work all about infant development. She is also the founder of PUEBLO which equips multicultural parents with the skills and knowledge to parent confidently together.
Freebie on discovering Your Parenting Values: designed to help couples understand themselves and each other, so they can have more nuanced and productive conversations moving forward
Pueblo Website: https://www.parentpueblo.com
Melina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentpueblo/
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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Episode 17: Stay at Home Dad Life with Rachael & Marley
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12/14/23 • 22 min
Episode 17: Stay at Home Dad Life with Rachael and her husband, Marley
This episode is a sneak peak into the recent decision for Marley to leave his job so that Rachael could run HSB and NOTU full time. Join your host Rachael and her husband Marley as they debrief about the decision for Marley to leave his Social Work job to become a SAHD. Rachael and Marley discuss what ultimately made them choose this arrangement, what Marley did for work before and what he may do in the future, and more. Marley also gives tips for other dads out there on how to gain confidence with taking your little ones out on your own, dealing with parental preference, and more.
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Marley is LCSW and San Francisco's newest SAHD!
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11/16/23 • 39 min
Episode 13: Managing Sensory Overwhelm in Parenthood with Larissa Geleris of @steadyparents
Disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please seek immediate care from your physician if you have any concerns about your health.
Picture this: you’re cooking dinner, the oven fan is blasting, your baby is crying, your toddler is playing with a noisy toy, and your partner is trying to talk to you. You are filled with overwhelm and overstimulation and maybe even rage. If this sounds like you, you are NOT alone. In fact, this is such a normal response to what is happening around you! This week join Rachael and Larissa to talk all about the over-stimulation, overwhelm, and dysregulation parents experience all the time! They dive deep on how to truly empower parents and help them feel confident and steady in their parenting journey.
In this episode, Larissa educates us on understanding sensory overwhelm and the effects of the intense sensory demands of parenthood! She provides us with practical, easy, and quick sensory strategies for times of dysregulation plus how to set yourself up for success and have less times of overwhelm! We talk all about being "touched out" and what to do when you just feel like you have reached your limit. Most importantly, Larissa discusses self compassion as it relates to self regulation and how to coregulate for your baby when you’re barely holding it together yourself!
Larissa is an occupational therapist specializing in identifying and treating sensory processing dysfunction. She began her career in pediatrics, but after suffering a major concussion, she had to take some time off work due to her own sensory dysfunction. As she recovered, she shifted focus to parents, realizing just how much she was using her OT knowledge and skills on herself as an overstimulated parent.
Founder of Steady Parents, Larissa is passionate about supporting parents who are experiencing overstimulation, overwhelm, and dysregulation to help them feel confident and steady in their parenting journey. Larissa offers 1:1 coaching to help parents tune in to themselves, feel empowered to do the things that are meaningful to them, and explore practical and sustainable ways to care for themselves, while caring for their family. You can find her online program: Sensing Your Needs in Parenthood, a self-paced online program that you can turn to for practical, effective strategies to employ in daily life, participate in your role as a parent, and experience the joys of parenthood the way they’re meant to be experienced.
Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Join me & our guests each week for new episodes and follow along:
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For more on biologically normal infant sleep and a holistic approach to getting more sleep, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow on instagram.
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Episode 12: Let's Normalize Caring for your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sara Reardon (The Vagina Whisperer)
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11/09/23 • 31 min
Let’s Normalize Caring For Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sara Reardon of @the.vagina.whisperer!
Disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please seek immediate care from your physician if you have any concerns about your health.
Join Rachael and Dr. Sara Reardon as they talk about pelvic floor care before, during and after pregnancy. Dr. Sara Reardon is a mom of 2 and a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist who has worked with thousands of women for over sixteen years to heal and care for their pelvic floor. SO many of us struggle with pelvic floor issues and are either not receiving the proper care and attention or feel too embarrassed to even seek out help. Dr. Sara Reardon aims to be a support and create a space where we can get the care we deserve!
In this episode we discuss what the pelvic floor actually is and the importance of pelvic floor therapy before and after childbirth and postpartum recovery. We dive into all the things to keep in mind for intimacy and exercise postpartum and when Dr. Sara recommends resuming sex and working out. We also talk about how to take care of your c-section scar, as well as birth, and how it affects your pelvic floor. Sara also shares what she wishes she knew before having kids!
Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist, wife and mom of 2. Her instagram page, The Vagina Whisperer, is a go-to resource for taking care of your pelvic floor before, during, and after pregnancy. Since 2006, she has worked with thousands of women suffering from pelvic floor problems which inspired her work on The Vagina Whisperer. She created and launched a V-Hive Membership which is an online, on-demand pelvic floor fitness program, just three 10-minute workouts a week with minimal equipment. Her website has tons of free resources, such as the Pelvic floor guide as well as options for booking 1-1 telehealth appointments with pelvic floor therapists.
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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Join me & our guests each week for new episodes and follow along:
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09/19/24 • 41 min
Episode 57: Mental Health in the Journey to Motherhood with Dr. Sarah Oreck @sarahoreckmd
In this episode, Rachael has a great discussion with Dr. Sarah Oreck, a reproductive psychiatrist and founder of Mavita Health. They talk about the importance of mental health care support during the sometimes long, difficult journey to parenthood. Dr. Sarah highlights the different experiences and challenges that individuals face during pregnancy and postpartum, including pregnancy loss and infertility.
Inside this episode:
- The stigma surrounding mental health in the perinatal period, including for those going through fertility treatments, going through secondary infertility and more
- How each pregnancy and postpartum can pose different challenges
- How lifestyle factors, such as movement, mindfulness, and nutrition, support mental health
- The importance of destigmatizing medication use during pregnancy and postpartum when needed
- How sleep deprivation affects mental health and how you can protect maternal sleep
- Balancing the needs of your baby and yourself
- How to tailor your social media feed to promote positive mental health.
- Some of the best ways to support new parents in their postpartum period
- The need for accessible and comprehensive care that includes therapy, medication management, & whole-body support.
- And so much more!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Dr. Sarah Oreck’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahoreckmd
- Mavida Health website: https://www.mavidahealth.com/
- Mavida Health Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mavidahealth/
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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.
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FAQ
How many episodes does No One Told Us have?
No One Told Us currently has 90 episodes available.
What topics does No One Told Us cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Kids & Family and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on No One Told Us?
The episode title 'Episode 31: Fostering a Secure Attachment with Michelle Charriere @babiesandbrains' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on No One Told Us?
The average episode length on No One Told Us is 43 minutes.
How often are episodes of No One Told Us released?
Episodes of No One Told Us are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of No One Told Us?
The first episode of No One Told Us was released on Aug 27, 2023.
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