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Ask the Doulas Podcast

Ask the Doulas Podcast

By: Gold Coast Doulas
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Ask the Doulas is your go-to podcast for pregnancy support, birth preparation, postpartum guidance, and early parenting tips. Whether you are trying to conceive, expecting your first baby, or navigating life with a newborn or toddler, this show provides expert, evidence-based advice from leading professionals in the birth and baby world.

Hosted by Kristin Revere and Alyssa Veneklase of Gold Coast Doulas, each episode features conversations with doulas, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, newborn care specialists, fertility experts, sleep consultants, and mental health professionals. You will learn practical strategies for a healthy pregnancy, birth planning, postpartum recovery, newborn sleep, breastfeeding, nutrition, self-care, and maternal mental health. Every episode is designed to help you feel confident and supported from conception through the first year.


What You Will Learn on Ask the Doulas:
• How to prepare for pregnancy, labor, and birth
• Tips for reducing anxiety during pregnancy
• How to create a birth plan that aligns with your goals
• Postpartum recovery essentials
• Breastfeeding and lactation support
• Newborn sleep foundations and gentle routines
• Nutrition and hydration during pregnancy and postpartum
• Navigating maternity leave and returning to work
• Recognizing and managing postpartum depression
• Ways to bring more balance, rest, and confidence into early parenthood


Meet Your Hosts:
Kristin Revere, MM, CED, NCS, is a birth doula, postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, and childbirth educator who founded Gold Coast Doulas after experiencing the positive impact of doula support in her own pregnancies.
Alyssa Veneklase, CED-PIC, NCS, is a certified sleep consultant, postpartum doula, bed rest doula, and parent educator who supports families in creating healthy sleep habits and smoother newborn transitions.


With over 23 years of combined experience, Kristin and Alyssa provide compassionate, judgment-free guidance that feels like a conversation with trusted friends who understand the journey of pregnancy and early parenting. If you are looking for trusted doula advice, pregnancy education, or newborn care tips, this podcast offers the expert support you need.


Listen to Ask the Doulas on your favorite podcast app.
Explore their online birth and baby prep course at thebecomingcourse.com/join.
Read their book Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby in print, Kindle, or audiobook at supportedbook.com.





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Episodes
  • Gentle Sleep Training vs. Cry it out with Mariana Yancik

    Gentle Sleep Training vs. Cry it out with Mariana Yancik
    Mar 24 2026

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    Sleep struggles are one of the most common challenges new parents face—but with so much conflicting advice, how do you know what approach is right for your baby and your family?

    In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re joined by sleep consultant Mariana Yancik of Gold Coast Doulas to break down the differences between gentle sleep training methods and the often-debated “cry it out” approach. Mariana shares expert insight on what these methods actually look like in real life, how they impact your baby’s development, and how to choose a strategy that aligns with your parenting style.

    We dive into:
    • What “gentle” sleep training really means
    • The truth about cry it out (and common misconceptions)
    • When to start sleep training
    • How temperament and family dynamics play a role
    • Tips for creating healthy, sustainable sleep habits

    Whether you’re in the thick of sleepless nights or planning ahead, this episode will help you feel more confident and informed in your approach to infant sleep.

    🎧 Perfect for expecting parents, new families, and birth and baby professionals looking to better support their clients.

    This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off.

    Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin Revere’s birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below:

    https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas

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    17 mins
  • Pregnancy Brain Fog and Perinatal Wellness with Becky Gleed.

    Pregnancy Brain Fog and Perinatal Wellness with Becky Gleed.
    Mar 17 2026

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    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 postpartum. From forgetfulness and mental fatigue to the emotional load of motherhood, Becky shares what’s normal, what’s not, and when to seek additional support.

    We dive into how hormonal shifts, sleep deprivation, and mental health all play a role in cognitive changes—and how perinatal wellness support can make a meaningful difference for moms navigating this season.

    This conversation is a must-listen for expecting and new parents who want to feel seen, supported, and empowered with tools to care for both their minds and bodies.

    Because when mothers are supported, everyone benefits.

    This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off.

    Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin Revere’s birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below:

    https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas
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    24 mins
  • Finding Your Doula on Social Media and Marketing Your Doula Business with Doula Darcy

    Finding Your Doula on Social Media and Marketing Your Doula Business with Doula Darcy
    Mar 10 2026

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    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 feel overwhelming to navigate.

    Darcy shares practical tips for parents on how to find the right doula through platforms like Instagram and other social channels, including what to look for in a doula’s online presence and how to spot someone who aligns with your values and birth preferences.

    For doulas and birth professionals, this conversation also dives into smart, sustainable ways to market your services online. Darcy breaks down strategies for showing up authentically on social media, building trust with potential clients, and creating content that helps families feel informed and supported.

    Whether you are expecting a baby or building your doula business, this episode offers helpful insights into using social media to connect, educate, and grow.

    This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Use the code GOLDCOAST to receive a discount of up to 20 percent off.

    Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin Revere’s birth and baby book, and see more about our doula services & online courses below:

    https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulas
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    35 mins
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