In this episode of Delivered, we are joined by Kristin Revere, Newborn Care Specialist, Doula, & Owner of Gold Coast Doulas. As both a mother and a highly trained doula, Kristin brings a powerful balance of personal insight and professional expertise. Join us as we sit down with Kristin to uncover the profound impact doula care can have from pregnancy through postpartum. Kristin shares her wealth of experience supporting families during one of life’s most transformative seasons, highlighting the emotional, physical, and informational guidance doulas provide. Together, we explore what it means to feel seen, supported, and empowered through birth and beyond, and why investing in doula care can make all the difference in your journey into parenthood.

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In this episode of Delivered, we are so grateful to be joined by Kiona, the creator and podcaster of her amazing show, Birth As We Know It. Kiona is a mother of 3, a birth doula, a birth assistant, and a former midwife student who has supported over 140 birthing families. Today we are turning the tables to interview Kiona about her postpartum experiences.

Postpartum depression is far more than just the “baby blues”—it’s a complex emotional, mental, and physical experience that affects countless new mothers and their families. In this episode, we explore the importance of recognizing the often-overlooked signs of postpartum depression and the critical steps toward healing. From understanding the biological, psychological, and social factors at play to exploring effective treatment options and supportive resources, we shed light on what recovery can look like. Whether you’re a new mom, a partner, or someone who supports mothers, this conversation offers compassion, clarity, and hope for navigating one of the most challenging chapters of motherhood.

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In this episode of Delivered, we are joined by one of my greatest friends, Emilie Reyes, who is a Licensed Massage Therapist and has a powerful story to share! In this deeply personal episode, Emilie will share how past trauma shapes the way we mother—our choices, our fears, our resilience, and our healing. Whether it’s a traumatic event (or two!), pregnancy issues, or birth trauma, trauma doesn’t disappear when a baby arrives; instead, it often resurfaces in unexpected ways. Join us as we sit down with Emilie, who has walked through the fire to discuss how trauma informs the mothering journey—and how, through awareness, support, and healing, those wounds can become a source of strength, resiliency, and wisdom. This episode is a reminder that healing is possible, and that every story matters!

Terms in this episode:

Prosthetic eye: an artificial eye that is placed when someone does not have an eye or must have one removed after a traumatic event

Eneucleation: the removal of the eye from the orbit

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