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The Birth Lounge Podcast

The Birth Lounge Podcast

By: HeHe Stewart
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We’re exploring option from conception to childhood to help women take control of their fertility, birth experience, postpartum healing, and motherhood journey! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from influencer parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenthood for an empowering and educational walk with a birth and newborn expert and the found of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, HeHe Stewart.Copyright 2018. All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Parenting & Families Relationships
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  • Ep. 346: Oral Care and Fertility: Surprising Links with Dr. Craig Clayton
    May 16 2025

    Join HeHe in a fascinating interview with Dr. Craig Clayton, a holistic dentist with a passion for birth and women's health. The conversation covers various aspects of holistic dentistry, what it is, functional approaches, and how it differs from traditional dental care. Dr. Clayton explains the connections between oral health and systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, pregnancy outcomes, mental health, and fertility. The discussion also covers practical oral health tips, controversial topics like fluoride and root canals, and the impact of diet, hormones, and lifestyle on gum disease and cavities. Be ready to walk away with valuable insights for holistic health and well-being and a full understanding of the importance of comprehensive dental care.

    02:13 Pregnancy and Dental Health Concerns 03:09 Meet Dr. Craig Clayton: Holistic Dentist 04:15 The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Wellbeing 05:17 Holistic Dentistry Explained 08:52 Oral Health and Systemic Diseases 15:05 Oral Health and Mental Health 16:32 Oral Probiotics and Their Benefits 18:26 Oral Health and Fertility 25:40 Causes and Prevention of Gum Disease 27:54 Hormonal Health and Oral Health 35:52 Practical Tips for Maintaining Oral Health During Pregnancy 42:24 Pregnancy and Coffee Choices 42:39 The Benefits of Purity Coffee 43:28 Milk and Creamer Options 44:17 Oral Health and Acidity 44:57 Remineralizing Toothpaste Debate 46:07 Concerns with Oral Care Products 50:17 Alcohol-Based Mouth Rinses 51:52 X-Rays in Dentistry 56:14 Mouth Breathing and Oral Health 59:05 Fluoride Controversy 01:03:56 Root Canals: Pros and Cons 01:10:08 Oral Health in Babies 01:14:52 Daily Oral Care Routine 01:17:04 Resources and Final Thoughts

    Guest Bio:

    Dr. Craig D. Clayton is a functional and biomimetic dentist based in Meridian, Idaho, and an influential online educator with a following of over 380K on Instagram. Passionate about uncovering the root causes of oral health issues, Dr. Clayton focuses on holistic cavity prevention, airway health, and innovative, biologically sound approaches to restoring teeth. As the host of the Dentistry Disrupted podcast, he is on a mission to shift the dental industry toward a more patient-centered, root-cause-focused approach. Through educating and empowering patients, he hopes to bridge the gap between oral health and overall well-being. And fun fact: Dr. Clayton and his wife have two boys, one of which was born at home. In another life, Dr. Clayton would have been a home birth midwife and his wife would have been a doula and he is a self-proclaimed birth junkie!

    SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Connect with HeHe on IG

    Connect with HeHe on YouTube

    Connect with Dr. Clayton on IG

    BIRTH EDUCATION:

    Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!

    Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    https://probiorahealth.com/

    https://stan.store/restorationdentistry

    Use code BIRTHLOUNGE for 10% off our signature Cavity Guide, The Ultimate Guide on How To Cure Cavities

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Ep. 345: Revolutionizing Women's Health with Incora Health Wearable Earrings with Theresa Gevaert
    May 14 2025

    In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe introduces listeners to Incora Health, a revolutionary pair of earrings designed to give deep insights into women's health. The episode highlights the importance of personalized female health tracking, featuring a discussion with Theresa, Incora Health's co-founder. They delve into how these wearable earrings provide insights on temperature, cycle syncing, heart rate, stress levels, and more, adapting specifically to women's unique hormonal cycles. Theresa shares the journey of creating Incora Health, the science behind it, and the potential benefits for women's health, including cycle syncing and optimizing lifestyle choices. The conversation emphasizes the need for women-centric health data, privacy, and how these earrings overcome conventional shortcomings of unisex wearables. Additionally, they cover the practical aspects, like data safety, EMF concerns, and how users can get their own pair.

    01:08 The Rise of Wearable Health Devices

    01:40 Introducing Incora Health Earrings

    05:00 Interview with Incora Health Co-Founder Theresa

    06:21 The Importance of Personalized Health Metrics

    08:57 The Journey of Creating Health-Tracking Earrings

    14:21 Benefits of Cycle Syncing and Health Tracking

    22:45 Recognizing Patterns and Health Insights

    24:53 Practical Guidance for Health Tracking

    25:13 Understanding Nervous System Regulation

    25:34 The Importance of Stress Management

    26:49 Overlooked Aspects of Women's Health

    28:37 Using Wearables During Pregnancy

    30:27 Audience Questions on Data and Privacy

    35:03 EMF Concerns with Wearable Devices

    36:41 Comfort and Design of the Earrings

    39:25 App Features and Subscription Details

    40:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Guest Bio:

    Theresa Gevaert is the inventor of the Incora earrings and brings extensive media expertise from her career as an Executive Producer across major networks. With a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia and over a decade of broadcast journalism experience, Theresa brings a unique perspective to women's health technology. Her innovative vision for Incora was born from recognizing the gap in health tracking specifically designed for women's bodies. As a proud mother to four children, she combines her passion for innovation with her personal commitment to empowering women's health. Theresa's creative background and understanding of effective communication help Incora connect with women seeking better insights into their health.

    SOCIAL MEDIA:

    Connect with HeHe on IG

    Connect with HeHe on YouTube

    Connect with Incora Health on Instagram

    BIRTH EDUCATION:

    Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!

    Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    https://bit.ly/incora-thebirthinglounge

    incorahealth.com

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    43 mins
  • Ep. 344: Recast: Drowning Prevention: Essential Water Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know with Tyler Bradshaw, CWSI
    May 9 2025

    In this recast, you can join HeHe and Tyler Bradshaw from Aqua Tots as they dive deep into the crucial topic of water safety for children. This episode covers alarming drowning statistics, the importance of swim lessons from as young as four months, and practical advice for preventing drowning incidents. Tyler shares expert insights on floatation devices, the role of water watchers, appropriate bath suit colors, and safe pool practices for homes and communities. This is an essential episode for all parents and caregivers to keep their kids safe around water in all settings year round.

    The Importance of Water Safety

    Drowning Statistics and Prevention

    Understanding Different Types of Drowning

    The Role of Swim Lessons

    Common Places for Drowning

    Dry Drowning Explained

    The Dangers of Distractions

    Water Wings and Flotation Devices

    Tips for Parents with Multiple Children at the Pool

    Home Pool Safety

    Ensuring Pool Safety: Skimmer Baskets and Barriers

    Water Safety Analogies: Highway and Pool

    The Importance of Swim Lessons for Children

    Starting Swim Lessons Early: Building Muscle Memory

    Overcoming Fear of Water in Young Children

    Swim Lesson Levels: From Babies to Competent Swimmers

    Swim Lesson Curriculum: Skills and Progression

    Choosing the Right Swimwear for Safety

    Guest Bio:

    Tyler, owner of Aqua-Tots Swim School Norwood is passionate about childhood water safety! Aqua-Tots was founded in 1991 and headquartered in the Phoenix area, Aqua-Tots Swim Schools is making waves as the largest international provider of year-round, indoor swim instruction, community outreach and drowning prevention education. Its trusted program is dedicated to children of all abilities from four months to 12 years old and features a proven curriculum used to teach more than five million swim lessons each year. Aqua-Tots is recognized in Franchise Business Review’s Top 100 Franchises for Women in 2024, Entrepreneur's Top 15 Children’s Franchises of 2023, Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, Inc. Magazine's Top 5000 and Franchise Times’ Top 200. Aqua-Tots has more than 150 locations in 25 states across 14 countries and is rapidly expanding with 90 locations in development.

    Social Media:

    Connect with HeHe on Instagram

    Connect with Aqua-Tots on IG

    Connect with HeHe on YouTube.

    BIRTH EDUCATION:

    Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!

    Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Connect with Tyler at Norwood Aqua-Tots here!

    Find an Aqua-Tots near you!

    Key words:

    Water Safety, Drowning Prevention, Kids Swim Lessons, Swimming Tips for Parents, Water Safety Tips, Child Swim Lessons, Summer Safety Tips, Pool Safety Tips, Accident Prevention, Water Safety Month, Child Safety

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    54 mins

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