The Dancing Doula Podcast

Hey all!! Welcome back and thanks for tuning in to the extra special episode. Today I am sharing the details of a new non-profit here in Treaty 6 territory, Birth Society! In today's episode you can expect 3 interviews - starting of the show is one of the Birth Society's board members Jennine Fayad giving you the who, what, when, where, why and how of the organization. Next, im bringing back my very first guest Rebecca Antonio, who also sits on the board, to talk about what piqued her interest in fostering change, and why the way the set-up of the society is intentional. Finally, ending the show is a new guest Marwa Alshara, who comes in to beautifully and vulnerably tell her story of birthing a baby in our city as an immigrant to Canada. Through these 3 interviews I hope the intention and message we are trying to get through is revealed! As always, be sure to subscribe, rate and leave me a review if you enjoyed today's episode

Thanks for tuning in again! Today I am joined by the next badass activist on my list, the lovely Emily! Tune in for our convo about: • why you can be a excellent birth worker without having children • working through trauma as a birth worker • dismantling and decolonizing the birthing system • our thoughts on Free Birth Society's transphobic podcast series  • how to teach yoga without appropriating eastern culture Emily is currently living on Vancouver Island and offers home birth support out there, as well as virtual, donation-based yoga classes. Be sure to follow her on IG @the.island.elm to contact her or take one of her classes! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

Welcome back! I am so excited to introduce the last series of the season, where I dive in to a chat with the lovely birth worker Justine! Stream now for our chat about: • feeling called to hold space for people at a young age • her experiences with helping families through trauma • birth worker activism and standing up to an unfair system • issues that doulas in Edmonton and Alberta are facing right now • how we can better support LGBTQ+ birthing people Justine is one half of Peaceful Passage Doulas here in Edmonton. Be sure to check out their website https://peacefulpassagedoulas.com and follow her on IG @justinejamesdoula Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

Hey friends, happy 420! Today's episode is the last of the health & wellness series and features the amazing Lauren Mary! Stream now for our chat about: • her journey to becoming a healer and a plant medicine expert • reclaiming her Indigenous roots and breaking intergenerational trauma cycles • how she has grown as a professional through her experiences of infertility • her empowering unassisted home birth • the incredible ways that cannabis can change our lives Lauren Mary is located in Edmonton but you can purchase her products or take her classes from anywhere! Be sure to check out her awesome website https://www.ellewellness.ca and follow her on IG @ellewellnessco Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

Welcome back! Today's episode is an extra-special one as it's an interview featuring my one and only sister Celine! Be sure to listen in today for our chat about: • lessons from growing up in a remote, rural community • the daily struggles of a nurse • why nurses and healthcare workers need more support and resources • the intersection of western and eastern medicine • the impact that mindset has on your life Celine recently relocted to Kelowna, BC where she practices as an infusion nurse as well as a personal trainer/nutrition coach. You can find out more info bout her, read her amazing blog and contact her about her services at http://frecklefit.com and follow her on IG @frecklefithealth! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

Hey friends! Today's episode is an interview with someone very integral in my healing journey, Liz. Stream now for our chat about: • growing up as a feminist • what an empath is and what it's like to live as one • the intricate world of prenatal/postpartum health • loving your body after baby • taking back our autonomy in health care Liz is a licensed physiotherapist with additional training in pelvic health, as well as a craniosacral therapist and a yoga instructor. She is returning to her practice after her mat leave in the next couple of weeks and is accepting clients out of Pine Intergrated Health here in Edmonton. Book your appointment at https://pinehealth.ca and follow her on IG @lizzythephysi Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

Hello Again! In this episode I sit down with my wonderful friend and colleague Vanessa as the first of my "self care and wellness" interview series. Listen in for our chat about: • learning about self care at a young age • getting diagnosed as an adult with ADHD • raising a neuro-diverse child • why bodywork is important • what self care REALLY looks like Vanessa is a Registered Massage Therapist and is currently accepting clients out of Pine Intergrated Health here in Edmonton. Book your appointment at https://pinehealth.ca nd follow her on IG @vangrowyeg Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast monthly newsletter! Head over to www.dancingdoulajeanelle.com and subscribe in the podcast page Be sure to subscribe, rate and review my podcast if you are enjoying it so far!

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Hello friends and thanks for tuning in! Today I have the pleasure of bringing you my interview with dancer/choreographer, studio owner and mama, Brittany! Stream now for our conversation about: • finding a sisterhood through competitive dance • how we are teaching younger dancers to love their bodies • normalizing pregnancy loss • how the global pandemic has impacted small business Learn more about Brittany's studio: emergedanceacademy.ca Subscribe to my newsletter: dancingdoulajeanelle.com/po

Hello again and welcome back! Im excited to bring you this interview with one of my best friends and fellow female-empowerer, Chelsea! Listen now for our chats about: • feeling empowered through self touch • how to survive body shaming • what grief really means and why it's important • slut-shaming and how to not care about what others judge you for Chelsea has moved her movement workshops online and now's your chance to take part! For more info visit badassbabesdance.com