The Rising: Recent Episodes
Erica Arsenault
Educating and sharing stories surrounding pregnancy, birth and postpartum. We are women, leaders and mothers holding hands as we move through life's greatest transitions and we believe a mother's wellness is the foundation of a healthy family.
Élan Vital, a 20+ year birthing doula and founder of a non-profit maternity consumer advocacy organization, classically trained dancer and Broadway producer, opens a deep discussion on choices in childbirth. Élan helps expectant parents and birth workers consciously prepare for birth and welcomes each new life in the world with respect, humanity and joy. If you are planning to give birth or have given birth and want to process that experience, grab your cup of coffee or tea, and tune in.
Birth is a "normal" every day thing.
Follow Along:
Élan Vital, Birth Reimagined
Movies mentioned in the Podcast:
Business of Being Born
Pieces of a Woman
Additional Resources:
Tranquility by Hehe
Samantha Irvin and Jennifer Brannen, local Vero Beach mothers and business owners, dive into conversation around navigating the waters of motherhood and doing what works best for each family on a daily basis. There is no right or wrong way, labels are outdated and every mother is a working woman.
"Can you have it all as a mother? No, but it's fine because there are so many things you don't even like."
Follow along:
Locals, @therisingvero
Erica Arsenault, @verobeachdoula
Samantha Irvin, @borderlinebeatnik
Jen Brannen, @jen_brannen
Keisha Lockett is a Certified (DONA) Birth and Postpartum Doula, Certified Breastfeeding Counselor and Childbirth Educator serving mothers in Central Florida. Her newest offering, a workbook navigating an unmedicated and undisturbed birth, is a must-have for mothers birthing in the hospital and navigating their options. Keisha is also the host of her own podcast, Empowered Black Doula which recently hit 4,000 downloads!
Follow along:
locals, @therisingvero
Erica Arsenault, @verobeachdoula
Keisha Lockett, @empoweredblackdoula
Dr. Kathryn Terrian, PT, DPT is a Pelvic Floor Therapist sharing why all postpartum women can benefit from Pelvic Floor PT. Bladder and bowl issues along with back pain and painful intercourse can all be supported!
Visit Kathryn at Rythm Pelvic Health in Melbourne, FL and find her Webinars on Instagram
You've heard the word 'Doula' and know we show up for you in pregnancy, birth and postpartum...but how exactly? Can I call you for random questions? (yes!) Do you take the place of my partner? (no way!) Do you attend hospital births? (sure do) What if I want an epidural? (you want it, you got it.) Listen for a sneak into the process of hiring a Doula through The Rising and how doulas elevate your motherhood experience.
Request a consult through The Rising: therisingvero.com/contact
Season Two of The Rising Podcast launches March 1. Visit us on Instagram @therisingvero
Arianna is a witty and gifted storyteller who reminds us we aren't alone in this parenting thing! She tells stories of shame, writing books and friends who make pie. For great laughs and deep insight, find Arianna on Instagram and Twitter!
Shame on You: Big Truths from a Bad Mom
Arianna on Instagram @thenyamproject
Deborah believes a girl's relationship with her mother is the most important female bond in her life. She's a Parenting Skills Coach who helps moms of tween/teen daughters navigate their relationship. She's all about Mom Self-Care and overcoming the isolation of motherhood and she shares stories on this episode you can take advice from and put it straight to use in your relationships. She know that if you want your daughter to be happy and thriving, you have to be happy and thriving... a living role model. That means you have to put yourself first!
Deborah's new book, How to Keep Your Daughter From Slamming the Door: https://deborahanndavis.com/
Facebook group "The MOM Meet-Up: Raising Confident Girls": https://www.facebook.com/groups/mommeetupforconfidentgirls/
More from Deborah: https://awesomemomtribe.com/
Julie tells the beautiful story of her two weddings that will undoubtedly leave you in tears. She shares what she wishes all parents of kindergarteners would teach their kids and how her closest friendships supported her through tough times. You're going to want Julie to be your bestie after this episode!
Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_kegs3/
Ginny says 'period pain is common but not normal.' She knows the importance of getting familiar with your cycle and planning your life around it whether or not you're hoping to conceive. We talk about our experiences with sex in high school and how little we once knew about our bodies. She started her business, Rhythm & Root to help women ditch PMS in 90 days so they can have pain-free periods. Take out your pen and paper- it's time!
Rhythm & Root Website: www.rhythmandroot.com
Ginny of Rhythm & Root on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginnyparham/
Pain Free Period Masterclass: https://painfreeperiod.easywebinar.live/event-registration
Anjali knows the value in community who looks, thinks and has experience like you. After moving from India to the United States at the start of her marriage, she's quickly learned to drive for the first time and is navigating all of her new roles. I had so many questions for Anjali and we covered them all!
Website: https://theanjalinair.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adesigirlinus/
On Netflix, check out Indian Matchmaking
Dawn knows yoga happens far beyond your mat! She shares about opening her own studio {Heart and Light in Nashville, TN} and where she sees some yoga teacher training falling short. We talk about her coaching business and the importance of working one on one.
Connect with Dawn: https://www.dawnstaudt.com
Amy is the mother of four boys who learned through her divorce the importance of financial independence. She has wonderful insight for mothers and women who want to earn their own way + I'm a sucker for her accent! Amy is the mentor you need both personally and professionally. Connect with Amy Hobson http://www.focusyourfuture.co.uk/
Real talk with my best friend (and college roommate) as we share lessons for our daughters. If you don't know us personally, you'll get some good laughs from our early college stories and if you DO know us personally, you're sure to learn something new and revealing! Michelle is one of the smartest women I know- she's my greatest cheerleader, therapist and favorite person to chat with. Enjoy the episode and then reach out and tell a friend you love them!
Jacquanesha shares the story of her pregnancy during senior year of high school and how her mother reacted to the news + how she's raising her daughter in our fast paced world. We chat about mansions, mentorship and all the business ventures she's ready to run with!
Connect with Jacquanesha >> Kingdom Talks
Tabbatha and I quickly bonded over our new podcast shows and young children. She's one the most positive women I've ever talked to and gives great perspective on all the ways we feel 'stuck' and misunderstood in our lives. When you finish listening to this episode, head to Tabbie Talks Podcast for more!
Maranda is passionate about supporting new mothers and knows the importance of starting simple. In her new free resource, Mother Love Redefined: a revolutionary guide to a blissful postpartum she covers Nutrition, Sleep, Hormones and Exercise. We discuss them all here and more!
Connect with Maranda
Analise shares about her incredible first photography job and how new photographers can stand out amongst established businesses. She gives us a sneak into what's next for her (hint-it's not all photos) and shares her favorite and most challenging moments in business.
AGM Creative Website
AGM Creative Instagram
Sarah knows money can be a tricky subject to tackle- she breaks it down for us and gets ‘back to basics.’ We chat about the emotions that can effect our relationship with our finances and how to involve your children in financial planning and goal setting. If you know your financial health could use a boost, this one’s for you!
Text THRIVE to 33777 for your copy: '5 Step Plan to Thrive with your Finances'
Rise Above Anxiety, Live Workshop, June 27th @ 9am EST: REGISTER HERE
Emily Vold isn’t afraid to share her true feelings. We chat becoming a mother, how friendships evolve during big life transitions and what she really needed at her lowest. therising.net/013
Hannah Weber is a certified yoga teacher and hypnotherapist who sought natural remedies for healing after an anxiety diagnosis in college. She shares with me the kismet way she found hypnosis and dispels the myths surrounding this largely unregulated form of therapy.
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Chelsea serves women as a postpartum coach and helps them kick the pressure to be Pinterest perfect. We chat the importance of clear communication especially after bringing a new baby into the family. She shares how resentment can wreck your sex life and gives ideas on getting ‘back in the sack’ following a big life change. She’s super sweet and hilarious to follow on all social channels. You’re going to love this conversation!
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Erin is such a bright light and graciously agreed to chat on this episode with me. She’s developed Erin Lanahan Method to coach women and men in their physical, mental and spiritual fitness. We chat about her greatest lessons, the unexpected benefits of a coaching relationship and the surprising moments that transformed her mindset and life.
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Kaitlin Taylor is pure joy and I need you all to know it! Her business, Eight Pepperberries, is launching summer products and we talk about her vision behind the brand along with marriage, parenting, scary thoughts, choosing ourselves and building own own businesses. This is much less an interview and more a besties virtual hangout since we just hopped on zoom with a couple talking points and just chatted as normal! Come be a fly on the wall as two women catch up on our dailies and cheer each other on!
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Lauren and I cozy up to chat about her son’s birth, her miscarriage experience and how she has found healing through connecting with other new mothers. She believes mothers can all benefit from surrendering to baby’s plan rather than holding tight to our birth plan.
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Curb your anxiety with five techniques: breath, space, tools, routine, journaling. Cliff notes of this episode can be found in PDF form HERE
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Ravyn Reid facilitates a 30 minutes private breath work session with me immediately before jumping in to this interview! Tune in to see how her passion for mindfulness and helping other’s to heal as transformed her work. We’ll talk breath work experiences, the future of our schools and how to find your truest self.
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Beth teaches how listening to our bodies can help us heal emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. She tells stories of her four pregnancies and the importance of quitting things that don't bring joy. We'll talk intuition, advocating for yourself and why fertility isn't just about making babies.
Show notes: therising.net/004
Bringing a baby into your relationship puts a magnifying glass over all its cracks. No fear...you can look to these four constants of partnership conflict after a baby arrives.
Find more in the show notes: therising.net/003
Sam gives us a unique perspective on new mothers from her years of working as a nanny and prenatal + postnatal personal trainer. We'll dissect who to take fitness advice from and how to navigate a romantic and professional relationship with your partner. Sam shares the ways in which collaboration has grown her business and admits she still feels big feelings about seeing others grow.
show notes: therising.net/002
Welcome to The Rising Podcast. We are women, leaders and mothers holding hands as we navigate life's greatest transitions.