Fourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | Doula
My name is Sarah Trott. I'm a new mama to a vivacious baby girl and this podcast is all about postpartum care for the few months following birth, the time period also known as the Fourth Trimester. My postpartum doula, Esther Gallagher, is my co-host. She’s a mother, grandmother, perinatal educator, birth and postpartum care provider. I've benefitted hugely from her support. All parents can benefit from the wisdom and support that a postpartum Doula provides. Fourth trimester care is about the practical, emotional and social support parents and baby require, and importantly, helps set the tone for the lifelong journey of parenting. This podcast provides resources for new parents and examines the socio-cultural influences on parenting.
When I first became pregnant, I had never heard of postpartum Doulas, let alone knew what they did. So much of the training and preparation that expecting parents do is focused on the birth and newborn care. Once baby is born, often the first interaction parents have with medical or child professionals, other than the first pediatrician visits, is the six-week checkup with the OB/GYN. What about caring for mama and family between the birth and the six week doctor visit? What are the strategies for taking care of the partner and the rest of the family while looking after your newborn?
Our podcasts contain expert interviews with specialists from many fields to cover topics including postpartum doula practices, prenatal care, prenatal and postnatal yoga, parenting, breastfeeding, physical recovery from birth, nutrition, newborn care, midwifery, negotiating family visitation, and many more.
First-hand experience is shared through lots of stories from both new and seasoned parents. Hear what other parents are asking and what they have done in their own lives.
We reference other podcasts, internet resources and real-life experts who can help you on your own parenting journey. Visit our site at https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com/
We hope you have a well-resourced and enjoyable experience as new parents.
Sarah Trott & Esther Gallagher xo
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 145
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
How Nethal Abdul-Mu'min Is Helping Muslim Families Find Their Reflection In The Parenting Community
We are so happy to introduce Nethal Abdul-Mu-Amin to our listeners. In this episode we also give our listeners an opportunity to learn a bit about Islamic cultural diversity and how Nethal is helpin…
Perinatal Herbalism With Beth Rees - How Herbs Can Provide Enjoyment, Rest & Recovery
Here’s a good introduction to the topic of Perinatal Herbalism. Beth Rees is an Herbalist, a SF-based Doula and she has worked with families over 20 years. Beth tells us about how herbs can nourish u…
How To Hire A Nanny - With "The Nanny Manual" Author Alyce DesRosiers
Trusting another person to care for your child can be challenging. Having a plan in place for hiring and employing a childcare provider will go a long way in alleviating some of the stress. Put your …
The Secret To Raising Confident Kids Is Being An Example As A Confident Parent - Confidence Master Class With Erika Cramer
Confidence-building is a lifelong exercise for all people, including parents. Listen to this Confidence Masterclass on episode 62 of the Fourth Trimester Podcast. Learn the confidence-building founda…
Our Family Coalition - Jeannette Page & Dy Nguyen - LGBT Parenting
LGBTQ Parenting and the community organization that supports it in the Bay Area are our topic in this episode. Our Family Coalition is a non profit that is also involved in policy work and advocacy t…
Birth Education - The Bare With Me Duo - Mother Daughter Doulas Stephanie Dixon & Deundra Hundon
Sometimes simply knowing your options is what makes all the difference. Education is key for pregnant mothers as they prepare for their birth and early motherhood.
Birth Education is important for wom…
Healing Birth Trauma - Gena McCarthy, Perinatal Psychotherapist
Every woman deserves the opportunity to fully heal and recover from birth trauma. It is never too late to address a past trauma.
Listen to this episode of Fourth Trimester Podcast to hear:
How to reco…
Good Enough Mothers - Amelia Kriss
Good Enough Mothering is actually The Best Mothering.
Join us for a heartfelt conversation about Parenting & Emotional Multitasking.
Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.com
Learn more How to Rewrit…
How A Postpartum Doula Can Help Build Your Community - Manuela Bakilana & Shakila Marando From Doulas By The Bay
Listen to this episode to learn about the advantages of building up a community of friends, family, trusted neighbors, and professional supporters (e.g. a postpartum doula, a night doula) to help dur…
Chicken Soup for the Soul - Life Lessons for Busy Moms - Author Lynn Benson
On this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast we speak with Lynn Benson, co-author of "Chicken Soup for the Soul Life Lessons for Busy Moms."
Listen to hear more about:
*Signs you’re suffering from…
One In Three Women Experience Urinary Incontinence After Having A Baby - Here's How It Doesn't Have To Be You
As it turns out one in three women experience urinary incontinence after having a baby. The good news is that urinary control is something that can be regained. In other words, if you wee yourself a …
Preparing For Life With A Newborn - Deb Flashenberg Director of the Prenatal Yoga Center, Prenatal & Postnatal
This is THE PREP LIST episode that can act as an essential checklist for any expecting parent. Here's what we cover:
1. Caring for the postnatal body
2. Preparing for life with a newborn - an introduc…
Evelyn Miller Freebury On The Benefits Of Movement Therapy For You And Your Baby
The episode about MIND + MOVEMENT. We speak with Evelyn Freebury who is a movement therapist and who has decades of experience working with parents and newborns. She shares ways in which movement the…
The Twins & Multiples Episode -- Mom Of Twins Alli Merriman Tells You What You Need To Know If You're Expecting More Than One
We are excited to call this episode of the Fourth Trimester Podcast the TWINS episode. Here's what we cover:
Having twin babies prematurely and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) experience
Why it …
Speech-Language Expert Ayelet Marinovich Shares How to Encourage Learning, Security & Confidence Through Communication and Play
It makes intuitive sense that communication and play during the first 0-12 months of a baby's life help set the tone for the child's relationship with the world around them. But how do we proactively…
Listen To This If You Are Considering Hiring A Doula - What To Expect With Monique The Doula
If you are even remotely considering hiring a doula to help you out after you've had a baby, we highly recommend listening to Monique Cowan (a.k.a. Monique The Doula) share her first-hand experiences…
One Simple Move Parents Can Make To Save Money & Save Time & Make The World A Better Place - With Guest Ali El Idrissi
One of the major contributors to that feeling of overwhelm for expecting parents is the notion of having to hurry up and prepare for their little one's arrival.
A major tickbox for that preparedness i…
How To Ease The Transition Into Parenting - Momumental - Serena Saeed-Winn
Serena teaches a class to help parents ease the transition into parenting by sharing what to expect and how to prepare for the first few months of being new parents. The class covers everything from …
How To Help Your Little One Prepare For Sleeping In Their Own Room - By Dr Angelique Millette
Dr. Angelique Millette is a Family Sleep Consultant, Parent Educator, and creator of The Millette Method™. We welcomed her back on our show for a third time because she is simply that amazing. Here's…
Vaginal Steaming AKA "Peristeam Hydrotherapy" Demystified By Keli Garza
Ever heard of Vaginal Steaming? Neither had we! Turns out, V-Steaming is a well-known and well-loved practice around the world. People love the practice for fertility, cycle cleanses, postpartum reco…