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Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding

Jenna Wolfe, Certified Lactation Counselor (CBI) and Certified Purejoy Parent Coach

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Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding by Jenna Wolfe is dedicated to supporting moms breastfeeding and weaning their older babies, toddlers and preschoolers, and those who are hoping to make it that far and want to set themselves up for success. You wanted to breastfeed for years, not months, but I bet you didn’t expect gymnurstrics, skin crawling with every latch, nipple twiddling, meltdowns, and still having sleepless nights. In this podcast you will find everything you need to extended brea ...
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Spoil Your Baby

Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

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As a mom, neuroscientist, and a long time expert to parents, almost every expert has it wrong when they say 'don't spoil your baby.' Up until the age of 3, your only job is to spoil your baby with affection, attention, and protection. I promise you it's the best chance for the long term mental health and success of your child. On my podcast, I will interview the leading experts to explain why you need to SPOIL YOUR BABY as well as those that may disagree for a spirited debate. I will also gi ...
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Mom Friends

Laura Gimbert & Remi Ishizuka

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Two long-time friends; Laura, a pregnancy and postpartum doula and mom of two, and Remi, a first-time mom-to-be, get together to discuss the journey from preconception, through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Raw conversations with educative content as well as relatable struggles and challenges on how this life-changing event impacts all areas of live!
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Gentle Finds was founded on the idea that each one of us plays a part in creating the world we live in through the choices we make. In our relationships, the work we do, and the products we buy, our everyday movements leave a mark, for better or worse, and Gentle Finds is here to help you leave a gentler mark. For each episode, I find a gentle inspiration to share with you, with practical tips about how we can be nicer to ourselves, each other, our bodies, and our environment. Subscribe, fol ...
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A mom’s guide to food freedom, through nutrition and food education. Nutrition shouldn’t be as complicated as we make it out to be. In fact, years ago, before the industrial revolution, nutrition was simpler and people were eating much healthier. What changed? Society’s need for convenience and instant gratification led to packaged foods with a million ingredients. Now brands are marketing their products as “healthy”, “light”, “organic”, “keto”, and “diet”, yet we are still confused about wh ...
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Thinking About Sharing Your Bed With Your Baby? It doesn’t have to be scary! On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a fantastic conversation about cosleeping with Speaker, Actor, Author, and founder of CoSleepy, Tiffany Belanger. CoSleeping has been taking place across cultures since the dawn of hum…
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Fighting Societal Sleep Norms Isn’t Easy. But That’s what makes it so special. On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a conversation with Sleep Specialist and Neuroscience Practitioner, Brittany Chambers. Brittany’s “Good Night Moon Child” program combines Modern Science with Ancient Wisdom surround…
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Spoil Your Baby, host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum welcomes Emily Getz—Certified Fertility, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Coach—for a vulnerable and science-rooted conversation on what it means to parent through and after loss, fertility treatment, and donor conception. Emily shares her story with raw honesty: t…
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Hey friends, I'm back behind the mic and easing into a new season with a heartfelt episode on a topic that might seem a little odd - how grief is an important part of breastfeeding boundaries. In this episode, I open up about the emotional undercurrents we face in transitions—from weaning and toddler boundaries to unexpected life moments that stir …
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Shared Sleep is Done by All Other Mammals… So why don’t we do it as humans? On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a one-of-a-kind conversation with Professor, Anthropologist, and Director of the Durham Infancy & Sleep Center, Dr. Helen Ball. Together they celebrate the launch of Dr. Helen’s BRAND N…
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Food. Safety. Sleep… It’s Not as Simple As it Sounds. On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a fantastic and enlightening conversation with counsellor, scientist, author, teacher, and Mother, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. Despite the many varying opinions you’ll hear in the world of parenting and psycholog…
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In this heartfelt episode of Spoil Your Baby, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum welcomes Tracy Gillett—writer, advocate, and founder of the award-winning blog Raised Good. Together, they dive deep into the experience of finding your own path as a parent amidst a sea of societal pressure, outdated medical advice, and cultural myths. Tracy shares her powerful jo…
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Are You Pouring From a Full Cup? On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by Hormone, Gut Health, and Fertility practitioner, Stephanie Adler. If you look back to many ancient cultures throughout World History, you’ll find a common thread: human beings instinctively knew that women need to nourish themsel…
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This is a great catch up episode where Remi shares big news on how she's more successfully handing the night sleep challenges now, new updates on Laura's 4 month postpartum, and we also respond all of your questions on multiple topics: How can husbands be most helpful in the first 1-2 years? How to combat postpartum hair loss? Breastfeeding schedul…
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Cry. It’s OK! On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by MJ Renshaw, founder of “The Being Method” and author of the upcoming book “How to Cry”. The essence of MJ’s work is focused on the connection between the mind and the body, most specifically through breathwork. Understanding, controlling, and regul…
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Whether you're a new parent or raising teens, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable tools to create deeper connection, more joy, and lasting well-being for the whole family. Dr. Greer Kirschenbaum and guest Jessica Joelle Alexander discuss how Denmark’s parenting style— centered on respect, empathy, and togetherness— creates a more co…
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In this engaging conversation, Carson Meyer, a doula and nutrition consultant, discusses her journey into motherhood, the writing of her book 'Growing Together', and the importance of nutrition and community support during pregnancy and postpartum. Meyer explores the various trimesters of pregnancy, emphasizing the emotional and physical changes wo…
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In this episode, we catch up on where we are at right now at 3 months & 7 months postpartum. We talk about some realizations, new goals, new experiences and milestones, how we feel in our postpartum journeys, some BTS plans we have and our breastfeeding goals right now. Tune in! Send us a text Follow us on Instagram for more updates, bts and ask us…
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This conversation explores the significance of nurturing approaches in swimming education, emphasizing the neuroscience behind trauma-free learning experiences for children. Discussing the impact of early experiences on brain development and the importance of parental involvement in creating a supportive environment for children learning to swim. T…
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Host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by Carly Grubb, who shares her experiences and insights on parenting. Particularly focusing the conversation on the challenges of baby sleep and the impact of external advice on new parents. She discusses the importance of nurturing in parenting, the value of co-sleeping, and the need for community support among…
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This episode is all about baby solid introduction! Laura explains her experience working with her pediatric nutritionist and gastroenterologist, Dra Mafer, and Remi explains her experience so far and how she introduced solids to Opie. This episode also covers BLW & puree benefits, talks about exact ways and options of solid introduction, what foods…
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Host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum discusses the importance of spoiling babies with affection and attention, emphasizing the role of music and mindfulness in parent-child connections. Guest Vered Benhorin, a music therapist and psychotherapist, shares insights on the significance of singing to babies, the magic of lullabies, and the concept of 'bubble mome…
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Host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum and Dr. Rocio Zunini discuss the significant differences between baby brains and adult brains, debunking common myths about infant development. They emphasize that babies are not mini adults and cannot perform cognitive tasks that require a developed prefrontal cortex. The conversation highlights the importance of respond…
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We continue the sleep 0-6 topic with tons of other issues: Night routines for newborns and babies 3to6 months Sleep training: our thoughts, if we do it or will do it, experiences and why Swaddling cons, pros, and transitioning And many questions from you like: Breastfeeding to sleep If we should wake newborns up Environments Sleeping through the ni…
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Host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum and Dr. Rocio Zunini discuss the vital role of caregiver support systems in a baby's life. They explore the importance of maintaining nurturing relationships, practical strategies for transitioning to new caregivers, and how to choose the right daycare or caregiver. The conversation emphasizes that attachment and connecti…
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Host Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum and Dr. Rocio Zunini explore the critical concept of sensitive periods in infant development. They discuss how these periods are crucial for shaping the brain's structure and function, particularly in areas such as vision, language, and emotional regulation. The hosts emphasize the importance of co-regulation in nurturing…
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Baby sleep wow, where to begin! In this episode we start talking about baby sleep (part 1) and we divide it within the different baby sleep topics: Naps (contact vs independent) Challenges 0-6m Cosleeping vs Crib sleeping We include a lot of your questions along the way and include our experience with our 4 kids, and POV! Stay tuned for part 2. Pro…
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Today, we’re going to talk about something that affects every parent-child relationship: emotional contagion, relatively new in study but incredibly important for our relationships with our babies and each other. It is so important to be authentic with our babies and to feel our huge range of emotions, but we also need to have self-awareness and th…
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Host Greer Kirshenbaum discusses the importance of nurturing and supporting babies through affection and attention. Joined by midwife Laura Latina, they explore the transformative experiences of parenthood, the significance of compassionate care during birth, and the lasting impact of birth experiences on both mothers and babies. They emphasize the…
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We finally do another Q&A episode which is a great way to catch up and answer any of your questions on numerous topics. Why did Remi switch nanny and why another Mandarin speaking if she does not speak it? Will Laura be using pacifiers if not already? What are the pros and cons when it comes to sleeping? 3 month old refuses bottle, any advice? What…
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Today, we’re diving into one of the most passionate and probably misunderstood topics in infant care: sleep. When it comes to infant sleep, it’s important to know what’s out there, what we’re dealing with, and how deep this “don’t spoil your baby” message is ingrained in our society. Tune in to learn more about listening to your parental brain and …
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This week, I am so excited to be joined by fellow neuroscientist and mother, Rocío Zunini. Rocío and I work together nearly every day helping parents learn to spoil their babies. Today, we are going to dive into some really big myths about infant care that can actually be really harmful to your baby’s long term mental health. These myths are everyw…
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Welcome to season 2! We are now in a new era, our mom friends era. We both have babies and share our struggles, lessons and tips as we navigate motherhood from our two unique perspectives. In this first episode we catch up on Remi's 4-6 month challenges including the dreaded sleep regression and Opie's new milestones, and Laura tells us all about h…
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In this episode Laura finally explains her 3rd postpartum experience and recovery, as well as how newborn life was these first 4 weeks with now 3 kids, how different breastfeeding was this third time around, struggles and much more! PRODUCTS RECOMMENDED IN THIS EPISODE Postpartum meal plan (fresh) LAURAG10 High protein meals (fresh) code LAURAGIMBE…
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In this episode we finally catch up on Laura's third birth story and the LONG early labor she had for weeks, as well as early labor signs and symptoms leading up to the day off. She also goes through all the mindset tools that helped her cope and the struggles too. So sorry if this episode is choppy, we had two very fussy babies that kept making us…
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In this special new year episode, we recap all of our top 2024 accomplishments, and then go through all of the 2025 new year personal and professional goals and intentions set as now two new moms. We also give some tangible tips and action plans on how we plan to accomplish these and of course, keep them realistic being moms of babies in this new y…
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This is a very different type of episode but, we thought it would be so helpful for those who are going into labor to prepare their mind for a calm, confident, empowering birth experience and to help them visualize the birth they aim for. Skip to minute 4:40 to jump directly into the guided meditation. TIP: Best to listen when relaxed, laying down,…
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Another great catch up episode, on one end, Remi recaps her experience traveling with Opie for the first time ever, how her trip and flights were, lessons learned and best tips. As well as the gear she used to travel and what worked best Laura updates us on the last week of pregnancy, how she's feeling, early labor symptoms, natural induction metho…
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Are you nervous about your next holiday get-together, worrying about unsolicited comments about your breastfeeding toddler? Myths and misconceptions abound when it comes to breastfeeding - and for some reason, there are people who feel they have a right to comment on your parenting. But have no fear! I've got you. In this episode, we’re busting com…
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Alex Neist is the visionary founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, the #1 selling, original mouth tape that has revolutionized the market and drastically changed how millions sleep. The company has inspired over 200,000 customers worldwide and formed high-profile partnerships with the UFC and Joe Rogan's podcast, emphasizing the importance of quality sle…
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In this episode I chat with Whitney Cardosi. After eight years coaching women in health and wellness, she became acutely aware at how much millennial moms lacked proper nutritional education as young women and shifted her focus to kids and families. As a mom of two young girls, Whitney became increasingly passionate in simple but valuable tools to …
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As Remi is preparing to travel to LA, aka travel with Opie for the first time ever, she shares her fears and anxieties and how she is planning for the trip ahead! Laura has traveled with babies all ages internationally and nationally, plenty of times, so she also shares her fav resources, tips and logistics to think about and how to properly prepar…
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In this episode we catch up on both Remi's and Laura's journeys: Remi tells us about what it is like to have her nanny back full time, what her new role is now that she is working, how re-introducing bottles was and new Opie milestones at 3months old. She also tells us about her new body image and how she's feeling about it! Laura updates us on the…
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With the holiday season already here, non-toxic living can become even more stressful. Whether you're trying to living as healthy as possible, or you're overwhelmed with the idea of being "perfect", then this tip is for you. This mindset takes the stress out of a normally stressful way of living. Get 20% off your Sourdough Starter Kit with code POD…
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Natasha was rocked when the breastfeeding relationship she loved so much became something she felt she had to white knuckle to endure. Using compassion, curiosity, and creativity Natasha transformed her breastfeeding relationship with her 3 year old son, night-weaned and created a rhythm that works for both of them (and her baby!). If you have been…
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This week we dive deep into all of the big postpartum mental health issues mothers go through with Dr Greer. A neuroscience PHD, doula and mother who is on a mission to change the future of parenting and health specializing in pregnancy and postpartum. We go though all of the signs, red flags of PPD & PPA, as well as how to prevent these issues and…
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In this episode I chat with Dr. Kalli Hale, Chief Dental Officer for Toothpillow, who is an accomplished airway dentist passionate about the connection between oral health and systemic well-being. She holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston and is a Clinical Advocate for Vivos Therapeutics, lectu…
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Laura finally updates us on her 3rd trimester journey in one episode, after a few months of focusing on all of Remi's updates, and she catches us up to speed on everything going on. From the new symptoms she's experiencing on this tail end of pregnancy, to a hospital visit at L&D she had to go with an emergency, to all of the logistics she's doing …
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The word "Gentle" can be really divisive in the parenting world these days. I've used that word a LOT to describe the way that I approach and support breastfeeding families to set boundaries and even wean. But I don't mean it in the way you might think. In this podcast episode, I unpack what I mean by "gentle" and the 3 different areas in which gen…
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Another ask anything, any topic, QA episode to catch up and answer your questions. Always fun to sprinkle these! What tests are needed in each trimester? Did meditation help Remi during pregnancy and postpartum, is she meditating now? Who is Laura's doula support? Who is Remi's Reiki contact? How to survive postpartum if it is only mom and dad? Nur…
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If you are feeling at the end of your rope with your breastfeeding toddler - this episode is for you. I break down 4 steps to creating your own action plan to find ease in your breastfeeding relationship that WILL help to: Stop the continual meltdowns Support your child to be able to tolerate the word "no" Get your butt unglued from your couch (whe…
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Guess what? I am tracking my macros again. I know, I know, I said I probably wouldn't track my calories again, but here's why! In this episode I explain the pros and cons of calorie counting while breastfeeding and being a mom of two. Want 20% off my Sourdough Starter Kit? Use promo code PODCAST20 at checkout! *Ends November 29th 2024 https://bread…
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In this weeks episode we focus on Remi's newborn routine and all of the things that have helped her: When did she start implementing a night routine and what is it like? Current day to day schedule at 8 weeks? Most used baby product essentials? How does she soothe Opie when she's crying? When is she going back to regular work and what is the plan f…
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In this episode, Sex Educator, Alisha Lunsford, and I explore the crucial body safety rules every child should know by age five so that you can feel equipped with the tools needed to foster confidence and autonomy in your kids. We cover modeling consent, trusting intuition, managing tricky situations, and much more. You can grab the free PDF summar…
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In this episode I chat with Julee Portner, the founder of Mamas Make Milk, a community focused on making feeding easier and linking it to holistic wellness for families. With extensive experience in feeding, swallowing, and developmental care, Julee empowers parents to trust their inner guidance and create sustainable, nourishing practices that pro…
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