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
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Previous Episodes
- Fourth Trimester Economics with Pediatrician Dr Sonal Patel 09.08.2025
- VBACs and Cesarean Recovery Tips with Petra Cruz Doula 26.07.2025
- How to Prepare for Hospital Birth (and Avoid Unnecessary Interventions) with HeHe Stewart 14.07.2025
- Returning to Work Transition Guide - Michelle Olsen, MA, CPCC 28.06.2025
- Redefining Motherhood for More Joy and Freedom with Dr Gertrude Lyons 14.06.2025
- The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer 31.05.2025
- Prevent and Manage Gestational Diabetes With Certified Diabetes Educator Lily Nichols, RD 17.05.2025
- Prepare your Vagina for Birth with Britt Fohrman, Birth Educator & Doula 03.05.2025
- What The Research Says About Vitamin D & Your Baby's Health with Celeste Beck from Heluna Health 19.04.2025
- The Top 5 Questions Parents Ask in New Parent Groups with Mikka Bonel, Postpartum Ayurvedic Doula 05.04.2025
- Micro Destressing For Busy Parents with Sarah Ezrin, Author of The Yoga of Parenting 22.03.2025
- Generational Parenting, featuring Postpartum Support International Founder Jane Honikman 15.03.2025
- How to Rewrite Your Birth Story and Find Joy After Trauma with Chanti Smith 08.03.2025
- Get the Most From Your Night Doula and Get More Sleep With Kristin Revere of Gold Coast Doulas 22.02.2025
- How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits with MAMAttorney Daphne Delvaux 08.02.2025
- Baby Carrier Guide: Benefits, Safety & Tips with Whitney Dula, IBCLC, Trained Babywearing Expert 25.01.2025
- Proper Sitz Bath Guide: Natural Healing & How to Be the Best Friend to a New Mom with Esther Gallagher 11.01.2025
- Sacred Postpartum Traditions: How to Heal, Thrive, and Honor Your Fourth Trimester with Pānquetzani 28.12.2024
- Data-Driven Parenting With Dr Amanda P Williams 21.12.2024
- Future-Ready: Boost Your Kid's Success With These Positive Mindset Practices 14.12.2024
