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Holly Stein is the founder of Mama Meals, a nationwide postpartum meal delivery service designed to nourish new moms with healing, nutrient-dense foods inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda. She lives in sunny Southern California with her husband and three children, where she enjoys cooking, baking, homeschooling her oldest, and spending time at the beach.

In this conversation Holly shares with us the story of Mama Meals and how her own postpartum experiences led her to seek out nutrient dense, nutritious foods for postpartum. And how she started sharing her recipes with moms in her community---which quickly led to her launching a company that now nourishes postpartum moms across the country!

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Why your postpartum nutrition should be your number 1 baby prep with Holly Stein, founder of Mama Meals

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Lots of new parents attend baby expos across the country in order to get better prepared for their new baby. But are these baby expos actually giving parents the resources they need to thrive? I asked Jackie Cook and Natalie Fay this question-- and their answer is eye-opening. 

Jackie is as maternity leave specialist and Natalie is a sleep consultant working with parents of infants. Together they have founded the 9in9out Parent and Baby Expo, a different kind of event that helps new parents connect with support, services, and education, and products so they can welcome their baby with calm and confidence.

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What are baby expos getting wrong? With Jackie Cook and Natalie Fay

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In this episode, Kaitlin interviews Natalie Toshkoff, a pelvic floor PT in Forest Hills, Queens. Natalie offers holistic pelvic floor care and wants to help more people get the care they need.



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Shame-free Pelvic Health: Pee, poop, and sexual function. With Natalie Toshkoff, PT

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In this episode, I share the story behind BeHerVillage’s creation. Hear how legislative experiences, doula work, and understanding health inequities led me to build a baby registry that funds expert care rather than material items. Tune in and discover how we’re making postpartum support accessible, one registry at a time.

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From Doula Work to a Better Baby Registry: The BeHerVillage Story

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In this episode, BeHerVillage founder, Kaitlin McGreyes, recounts her early motherhood experiences. From Kaitlin:

I’m rewinding to a moment etched into my memory: just three days postpartum, sitting in my nursery, tears streaming down my face. Despite having every baby product imaginable, I was struggling—clueless about breastfeeding, unsure how to simply shower, and terrified I wasn’t doing motherhood “right.”

This personal story sets the stage for why I created BeHerVillage. As a new mom and a doula, I realized it wasn’t more things we needed, but more support. We deserve real human help, education, and reassurance during those vulnerable newborn days. In this episode, I unpack the emotions of that pivotal moment, explore how the lack of tangible support in postpartum care inspired me, and share how BeHerVillage aims to fill that gap.

Tune in for an authentic conversation that reminds us all: you’re not failing if it feels hard—you’re human. And there’s a better way to get the help you need.

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From Tears in the Nursery to Building BeHerVillage: My Postpartum Story

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In Part 2 of our interview with Francie Webb, IBCLC and doula, we dive into the critical role your pediatrician plays in your breastfeeding journey. Francie explains how your pediatrician’s approach can make or break your breastfeeding relationship and shares why it’s essential to recognize their scope of practice. Discover the red flags to watch out for, including why any breastfeeding advice from a pediatrician might be a sign to look elsewhere. Tune in to empower yourself with the tools to advocate for your feeding goals confidently!

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Can choosing the wrong pediatrician sabotage your breastfeeding goals? With Francie Webb

In this episode of The Be Her Village Podcast, Kaitlin McGreyes sits down with Francie Webb, doula, IBCLC, and owner of Go Milk Yourself, to discuss how expectant parents can prepare for breastfeeding. They cover: 

 * The importance of taking a breastfeeding class during pregnancy
 * Why connecting with a trusted lactation professional matters
 * How to choose a pediatrician that aligns with your feeding goals
 * Setting yourself up for a positive birth experience
 * Creating boundaries and expectations with family and friends

Whether you’re expecting or currently navigating breastfeeding challenges, this episode is a must-listen for every parent.

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How to Set Yourself Up for Breastfeeding Success While You're Still Pregnant. With Francie Webb of Go Milk Yourself

Tummy time-- let's talk about it! We hear about tummy time and how our babies need it everyday. But no one ever tells us why it's important and most babies HATE being put on their stomachs.

We invited Dr. Mirav Newman, a pediatric physical therapist, to do a deep dive into all things tummy time. Why is it important? How can we make it less miserable for our babies? How long should we do it each day?

In our conversation Mirav shares with us the dangers of keeping our babies in "containers" all day. How going from carseat to bouncer to stroller to swing is actually detrimental to our baby's development. And she shares an amazing new tummy time wedge that she invented called the TumTum that makes tummy time fun for the whole family. 

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Why Your Baby Needs Tummy Time and How to Do It Without Losing Your Mind with Dr. Mirav Newman DPT

Many families find themselves in the position of wanting their baby to be fed breastmilk, but not being able to breastfeed. This might be known ahead of time due to adoption or surrogacy, or it might be unplanned after breastfeeding doesn't work out for you. There is often shame and internalized judgement surrounding the difficult decision to stop breastfeeding. And many parents think that formula is the only alternative to breastfeeding. Sharing breastmilk, formally through a milk bank or informally through your community, is a great option for families who want their babies to have the benefits that breastmilk provides without being able to produce milk themselves.

In this conversation Kelly Cox shares with us about her app, Share the Drop, that offers parents a place to find breastmilk in their communities and create ongoing relationships to help feed their babies. Every parent who wants an alternative to formula should listen to this conversation.

We talk about creating a feeding plan for your family, the safety of breastmilk sharing, and how to create a successful, shame-free approach to feeding your baby.



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What happens when breastfeeding doesn't work out? Interview with Share the Drop founder, Kelly Cox

We are changing the way women are celebrated! On this podcast we meet all the different types of service providers available on Be Her Village's unique gift registry. And we meet real moms and partners who share their stories of needing support during birth and their transition to parenthood.

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