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Abby McCoy

Registered Nurse

Abby McCoy is an RN of 16 years who has worked with adults and pediatric patients encompassing trauma, orthopedics, home care, transplant, and case management. She has practiced nursing all…

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Abigail Morrissey Riordan

Postpartum Doula, RN, BSN, NC-BC

Abigail Morrissey Riordan, RN, BSN, NC-BC, is a board-certified Nurse Coach. She received her BSN from Villanova University. Abigail has 8 years of varied RN experience, including working…

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Adam Shaw

Professional Chef

Adam Shaw is a Leiths-trained chef, Dad of 2, and founder of At Dad’s Table. He has helped thousands of people worldwide eat better during pregnancy and beyond.…

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Aimee Ketchum

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Dr. Aimee Ketchum is an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Assistant Professor of early child development at Cedar Crest College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program. She continues practicing her skills as a…

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Alayna Pagnani-Gendron

Pregnancy and Pediatric Chiropractor D.C., CACCP

Dr. Alayna E. Pagnani-Gendron graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Family Studies and Pre-med. Dr. Pagnani-Gendron then continued her education at Texas…

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Aleece Fosnight

MSPAS, PA-C, CSC-S, CSE, NCMP, IF

Aleece Fosnight, MSPAS, PA-C, CSC-S, CSE, NCMP, IF is a Medical Advisor to Aeroflow Urology. She is a provider of comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care, basic urologic care, and…

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Ali Miller

Registered Dietitian RD, LD, CDE

Ali is a registered dietitian (RD), certified diabetes educator (CDE), certified weight management specialist, and therapeutic lifestyle healthcare practitioner. Integrative dietitian and founder of Naturally Nourished, a functional medicine private…

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Allyn Miller

Certified Parent Coach & Early Childhood Teacher

Allyn is a certified Parent Coach and an experienced early childhood teacher. She has seen the positive impact of parents who embrace their role as their child’s first teacher. She…

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Amanda Davies

Registered Dietitian MS, RD, CSR, LD

Amanda Davies MS, RD, CSR, LD is a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition. She has experience as a Clinical Dietitian working with cardiovascular, cancer, geriatric, bariatric and…

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Ange Finn

Accredited Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner

Ange is an Advanced Emotional Freedom Techniques and a Thought Field Therapy-Algorithms Practitioner, working with clients using a simple, fast technique to help people overcome fear, worry and stress.

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Ashley Derderian Sousa

Labor & Delivery Nurse, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Ashley Derderian Sousa, RN, IBCLC, is a registered nurse and a board-certified lactation consultant with 12 years of experience, spending the past 8 of those years providing care as a…

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Brittany Levine

Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Hi! I’m Brittany Levine, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and Owner of Rest is Best Sleep Consulting. When I first had my son, I had no idea how much sleep deprivation…

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Brooke Boskovich

Fertility Dietician MS, RD, LDN

Brooke Boskovich is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, a functional & integrative practitioner, the founder of The Fertility Dietitian, and the creator of the Master Your Fertility & Foundations for Optimizing…

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Candice Valetutti

Professional Chef

Candice is a toddler mom, sister, and chef with a passion for all things in the kitchen. She works to help fellow parents remove the frustrations of mealtimes for themselves…

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Caroline Enriquez

Child Development & Early Childhood Education Specialist

Caroline is a young mom to one sweet baby girl! Caroline has an M.S. in Child Life and a Ph.D. in Child Development and Early Childhood Education. Caroline specializes in…

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Casey Williams

Registered Nurse, IBCLC

Casey Williams is a registered nurse and IBCLC. Her expertise is in pediatrics and lactation. Casey has worked in all different areas in pediatrics, including inpatient and outpatient roles. While…

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Catherine Lessman

Early Child Development Specialist

Catherine Lessman, aka Miss Catherine, is an Early Child Development Specialist and mom who takes an individualized approach in helping your child and family unit successfully achieve success in all…

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Dr. Charles Price

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, MD, FAAP

Dr. Charles Price is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando, Florida and director of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute which he established with…

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Chelsea Snyder

Speech Language Pathologist, MS, CCC-SLP

Hello! I'm a pediatric speech-language pathologist passionate about educating and empowering mamas and parents to support their kids' communication and feeding development. From breastfeeding and introducing solids, first words, and…

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Claire Crompton

Registered Nurse

Claire Crompton is a registered nurse certified in neonatal intensive care nursing and a health writer who has spent years taking care of moms and babies in the hospital setting.…

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Cliodhna Griffin HBCE, CMT, APPAC

Placenta Encapsulation Specialist HBCE, CMT, APPAC

Cliodhna Griffin HBCE, CMT, APPAC is the founder of Born Free Birthing and Houston Placenta Services. As well as being a certified and experienced HypnoBirthing® Educator and Faculty member of…

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Daniel Leeds

Director of the International Association for Child Safety

Daniel owns Full House Babyproofing, a professional childproofing company based in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, and is director of the International Association for Child Safety.

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Danielle Rush

Labor & Delivery and Postpartum nurse

Danielle Rush, BSN, RN, is a Labor & Delivery and Postpartum nurse and freelance health writer specializing in all things women’s health. Danielle loves to educate, advocate, and inspire her…

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Dr. Dawn Kingston

RN, PhD Perinatal Mental Health

Dr. Dawn Kingston is Canada’s leading expert on perinatal mental health and for over ten years has been at the forefront of research on how to prevent postpartum depression. Dawn…

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Dr. Deanna Barry

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Deanna Barry, DO, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician in Northeast Ohio. She recently left a large hospital healthcare system to open her own concierge pediatric practice. As an osteopath with…

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Ashurina Ream

PMH-C licensed clinical psychologist

Dr. Ashurina Ream, PMH-C, is a licensed clinical psychologist with advanced training in perinatal mental health. In addition to this specialty, Dr. Ream has trained in various disciplines as it…

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Dr. Brita DeStefano

Physical Therapist PT, DPT, PCS

Dr. Brita DeStefano, Enfamil’s Movement Expert, specializes in pediatric physical therapy and helps ‘demystify milestones’ through her social page and her PT practice of the same name. She is a…

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Britta Lundgren

Dentist

Dr. Britta Lundgren was born in New Haven, CT., and raised in Guilford, CT. From a young age, Britta had an interest in nutrition and health and wanted to make…

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Cameual Wright

OBGYN and Indiana Market Chief Medical Officer for CareSource

Dr. Cameual Wright is an OBGYN and the Indiana Market Chief Medical Officer for clinical quality and initiatives for CareSource. She received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University…

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Elena Shea

Board-Certified Pediatrician and IBCLC

Dr. Elena Shea is a board-certified general pediatrician in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Shea is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and is…

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Dr. Mona Amin

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Dr. Mona Amin is a mom, Board Certified Pediatrician, and founder of “The New Mom’s Survival Guide” educating new parents on how to navigate baby’s first year. She has also…

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Elizabeth Hentschel, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Elizabeth Hentschel, Ph.D. is a psychologist and founder of The Parenting Well. She specializes in working with individuals who are parents or parents-to-be. Elizabeth lives in Houston with her husband,…

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Emily Skye

Fitness & Master Trainer Australian Institute of Fitness

Emily holds a Certificate IV in Fitness and Master Trainer qualification from the Australian Institute of Fitness. She is a mother of two, a strength training expert, and the face…

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Erin Fenton

Licensed Massage Therapist

Erin, a Licensed Massage Therapist, has worked with and treated many pregnant women over the years to have a better and more enjoyable pregnancy. Back pain is common but with…

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Evelyn Chan

Pediatrician, MPH, DCH

Evelyn Chan, MPH, DCH, is a pediatrician who has conducted the world's largest clinical trials in procedural virtual reality. This technology has been used in hospitals, clinics, and vaccine centers…

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Guy Maddalone

Household Employment Expert

Guy Maddalone, widely-recognized as the nation’s foremost household employment expert, is the author of How to Hire a Nanny: Your Complete Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Household Help, which…

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Hailee Schollaardt

Certified Sleep Consultant

Hailee Schollaardt a Certified Sleep Consultant and the owner/founder of Nurturing Sleep Solutions Infant + Child Sleep Consulting. Hailee's journey of Sleep Consulting began after having a very hard time…

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Holly Choi

Certified First Aid and Child Passenger Safety Instructor

Holly Choi, is a leader in childhood injury prevention education in North America. Holly is a nationally-certified first aid instructor, and a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician-Instructor. Holly is…

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Ingrid Hanna

Physical Therapist MSPT, CSCS, OCS

Ingrid Hanna is a physical therapist, mom of two, and co-founder of Back After Baby -- an online postpartum recovery program for moms at any stage of motherhood.

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Jamie Labbe

Pediatric Sleep Specialist

Jamie is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Coach and owner of Oh Baby Consulting where she offers personalized, gentle sleep solutions to exhausted families nationwide. With a background in child development…

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Jamie Adams

Registered dietitian and Certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor, MS, LDN

Jamie Adams is a mom, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Prenatal Yoga Teacher who specializes in women's health, infant, and pediatric nutrition. She holds a master's degree in clinical nutrition from…

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Janelle Barowski

Registered Nurse, MSN

Janelle Barowski, Master of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse, is passionate about client education and public health. She enjoys skiing, hiking, and traveling when she's not writing. She can usually…

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Janey Reilly

expert infant and toddler sleep consultant

Janey Reilly, the CEO and founder of WeeSleep, is an expert infant and toddler sleep consultant who works with families around the globe to help solve sleep challenges in a…

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Jenni June

Certified Child and Family Sleep Consultant & Certified Lactation Counselor

Jennifer Metter, founder of Jenni June™ LLC, is a Certified Child and Family Sleep Consultant, a Certified Lactation Counselor, and Mom of 4 young adults! She is also a collaborative…

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Jenni Forsythe

Registered Nurse, BSN

Jenni Forsythe is a registered nurse and a proud mama of three, currently working with the maternal/newborn, high-risk pregnancy, and neonatal populations. She's passionate about women's health and loves supporting…

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Dr. Jenni L. Gillespie, D.O.

Board-Certified OBGYN

Dr. Gillespie earned her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at The John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern…

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Jennifer Blossom

Occupational Therapist OTD, OTR/L

Dr. Jennifer Blossom is an occupational therapist. She received her doctorate in Occupational Therapy in 2015 and has worked in various pediatric clinics, schools, and teletherapy services. From strengthening fine…

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Jennifer Zovath

Professional Home Organizer

Jennifer Zovath combines her love of people and organizing as a Home Organizer. She is motivated by the end result of creating beautifully polished spaces + a practical systems that…

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Jessica Kaplan, DDS

Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Kaplan is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Dental Association and is board certified with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Working with local…

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Dr. Jessica Madden

board-certified neonatologist, pediatrician, and lactation consultant (IBCLC)

Jessica Madden, MD, is a board-certified neonatologist, pediatrician, and lactation consultant (IBCLC) who is passionate about breastfeeding medicine, perinatal mental health disorders, "fourth-trimester" mother-baby care, and the neurodevelopmental follow-up of…

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Jillian Lampert

Ph.D., M.P.H., R.D., L.D., F.A.E.D

Jillian Lampert, Ph.D., M.P.H., R.D., L.D., F.A.E.D, is the Chief Strategy Officer for The Emily Program, a specialized eating disorder treatment program with locations in Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Washington.…

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Jillian Thistel

Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Jillian Thistel is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and a member of the Association of Professional Sleep Consultants. She has worked as a Mental Health and Addiction Clinician for nearly…

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Jilly Blankenship

Baby Sleep Consultant, Neonatal Nurse, IBCLC

Jilly Blankenship is a neonatal nurse, lactation consultant, sleep consultant, and mom of two who has found her passion in helping exhausted parents get their babies sleeping well. Seeing the…

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Joanna Navarrete

Certified Child Passenger Safety technician, Certified Baby Planner, Lamaze Childbirth Educator

Joanna Navarrese, CPRC, IMPI-CBP is Twin Love Concierge’s USA President and mother to three beautiful children--one girl and a set of fraternal boy/girl twins. She is a graduate from the…

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Joanna Schroyer

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Joanna is a registered nurse with 29 years of experience and expertise in pediatrics, women's health, and public health.

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Jocelyn M. Wood, MA, CCC-SLP

Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist MA, CCC-SLP

Jocelyn M. Wood, MA, CCC-SLP, is a bilingual speech-language pathologist with over a decade of experience. She specializes in finding simple and effective ways to boost children’s speech and language…

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Jonathan David

Reptile Keeper and Wildlife Biologist

Johnathan David is a fourth-generation reptile keeper and wildlife biologist. He has decades' worth of publishing and herpetology experience. A reptile hobbyist since childhood, he has years' of experience in…

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Josephine Atluri

Mindfulness and Meditation Coach

Josephine Atluri is an expert in meditation and mindfulness, helping thousands of people overcome adversity to find joy. A University of Chicago graduate, Josephine coupled her consulting background with her…

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Julia Walker, RN, BSN

Neonatal and Pediatric Nurse, Potty Training Expert

Julia Walker, RN, BSN is a registered nurse and potty training expert with Pooping on the Potty The Online Academy. With a background in neonatal and pediatric nursing, coupled with…

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Julianna Allen

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist DPT, WCS, CLT

Dr. Julianna Allen PT, DPT, WCS, CLT, helps moms with pelvic floor dysfunction of all kinds including pelvic pain, constipation, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pregnancy and postpartum back pain,…

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Julie Francom

VBAC Specialist

Julie Francom and Meagan Heaton are the moms, doulas, and educators behind The VBAC Link, whose mission is to make birth after Cesarean better. Together they have helped over 1,000…

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Kaia Lacy

Certified Lactation Counselor

Kaia Lacy is a CLC who specializes in low milk supply, postpartum support blogger, and contributor to the non-profit Low Milk Supply Foundation. After being diagnosed with insufficient glandular tissue…

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Kailee Noland

Pediatric Physical Therapist PT, DPT

Kailee received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Missouri and has pursued her passion for babies + toddlers through a career in Early Intervention for children with…

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Kate Horney

Certified Pre and Postnatal Fitness Specialist, Nutrition Coach

Kate is a certified physical trainer and nutrition coach with a C.P.T. & B.S. in Exercise Physiology. She is a health and fitness professional with over a decade of experience…

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Katie Revai LeFevre

Early Childhood Education Specialist

Katie is a proud mom of two young children with an extensive background in childhood education and social-emotional development. She holds her Master's in Education from University at Buffalo and…

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Katie Sproul

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Hi there, I’m Katie! I’m a doctor wife and pediatric occupational therapist by trade. Now I’m a full-time SAHM of three small babes. I have a passion for sharing the…

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Dr. Kevin Kathrotia

Board-Certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Dr. Kevin Kathrotia is dual-boarded in General Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics. A born and bred Tar Heel, Dr. Kathrotia completed residency training in General…

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Dr. Kimara Gustafson

Assistant Professor at Department of Pediatrics, MD, MPH

I am an assistant professor at the University of Minnesota, Department of Pediatrics. My professional areas of interests include special health care needs of adoptive children and children who have…

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Kiran Talvadkar

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Kiran Talvadkar is a preschool special education teacher, board-certified behavior analyst, and mom. Kiran received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, and her Master's from Teacher's College, Columbia…

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Kirsten White

Pediatric Nurse, BSN, RN

Kirsten White earned her nursing degree from Villanova University. Since graduating, she has worked with various pediatric populations as a nurse at Johns Hopkins and is currently working in school…

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Kristy Goodman

Obstetrician-Gynecologist Physician Assistant, MS, MPH, PA-C

Kristy Goodman earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a minor in Health and Wellness from the University at Buffalo and completed a dual-degree program at the University…

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Laura Payne

Sign Language Specialist

Laura is a former Teacher of the Deaf. In 2018, Laura began teaching sign language to other moms in her moms group to help foster early communication skills and lessen…

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Laura Wilson

Pilates instructor

Pilates instructor Laura Wilson, a national champion archer from Romania, moved to Los Angeles and discovered Pilates while working as a massage therapist. She found it to be the perfect…

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Lauren Rivera

BSN, RNC-NIC Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse

Lauren Rivera is a nationally certified neonatal intensive care nurse with over 15 years of experience. She serves as an expert offering support and educational classes for families from preconception…

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Leah Nolan

Certified Sleep Expert

I am a mom of two little cuties and a certified sleep consultant. I like to lead with a gentle and loving hand when looking into what will be the…

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Leah R. Whitley, IBCLC

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Leah Whitley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She has acted in many capacities including: writing breastfeeding curriculum, facilitating support groups, working at a milk bank, private consultations, as…

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Leigh Ripps

Professional Photographer

Leigh is the owner and principal photographer at Fresh Light Photography in Houston, TX. She specializes in babies and young families, and she is passionate about helping families document their…

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Lori Abosch

Child Behavior Specialist & Author

Lori holds a degree in Child & Adolescent Development, is the author of the book, Change The Way You Look At Children, And The Children You Look At Change, and…

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Maria Yakimchuk

Certified Transformational EFT Coach

Maria is a Certified Transformational EFT Coach who helps moms struggling to find joy and fulfillment in motherhood and clear past traumas and emotional blocks so they can live in…

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Mary Alice Carpenter

Licensed and Certified Midwife, Perinatal Mental Health Therapist

Mary Alice is a midwife and mom living in Houston, Texas! She loves to work with families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum to educate them about their choices and facilitate…

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Mary Ware

Certified Special Education Teacher

Mary Ware worked for over a decade as a special education teacher. She is also a mom of two. She's passionate about helping new moms and moms-to-be prepare for and…

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Meg Nagle

Registered Nurse, IBCLC

Meg is the mother of three breastfed boys and lives with her husband and children in QLD, Australia. She is a Registered Nurse and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant…

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Melissa Hardy

Pediatrician, Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist, IBCLC

Dr. Hardy has supported and advocated for parents and babies since she started pediatric residency with her own newborn daughter. She found her passion for lactation care and helping parents…

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Melissa Maisenbacher

Board-Certified Genetic Counselor

Melissa Maisenbacher is a board-certified genetic counselor by training and an associate director at Natera, a leader in personalized genetic testing and diagnostics. She began her career in pediatrics at…

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Meredith Rines

Accountant and Certified Financial Planner

Wife, Mom, MBA, Certified Financial Planner, and a budget and financial strategist helping families pay off debt and live the life they've always wanted. Meredith resides in Missouri with her…

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Mica Deshaw

Certified Pediatric Sleep Expert, CAPPA New Parent Educator

Michaella, also known as "Mica." is a pediatric sleep coach, childbirth and postpartum new parent educator, and guilt-free sleep advocate. As a proud mom of two and a Certified Pediatric…

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Natalie Cook

Certified Reading Specialist and Early Childhood Educator

Natalie Cook graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and a Master's in Reading Education. She is a certified Reading Specialist…

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Dr. Nicha Cumberbatch

Physician Assistant, Doula, Birth Educator, DMSc, PA-C

Nicha Cumberbatch is a certified Physician Assistant, a birth advocacy educator, and a doula advocate mentor. She, as part of a Doctorate in Medical Science completion project, is currently conducting…

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Dr. Nicole Avena, Ph. D.

Associate Professor of Neuroscience

Nicole Avena, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Visiting Professor of Psychology at Princeton University. She is the author of several books, including…

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Nicole Truitt

board-certified genetic counselor

Nicole Truitt is a board-certified genetic counselor at Natera specializing in prenatal genetic counseling. She obtained her Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling at Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania, and has…

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Nikki Hurst

OTD, OTRL

Nikki Hurst, OTD, OTRL, is passionate a child development expert with the highest credentials from USC and many years of hands-on practice supporting neurodivergent children in achieving their goals and…

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Nina Spears

Founder & CEO

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Paul Quinn

FACNM, FNYAM, Luther Christman Fellow of the American Association of Men in Nursing

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Quinn Kelly

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Quinn is a mother of four, licensed marriage and family therapist, host of the “Renew You” Podcast, and author of “Raising Boys: A Christian Parenting Book.” Throughout the last decade,…

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Rachel Brown

Attending Neonatologist

Dr. Rachel Brown has been a neonatologist for 17 years, receiving her medical degree from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio in 2000. She completed her pediatric residency in 2003…

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Rachel MacPherson

Certified Personal Trainer and Exercise Nutrition Coach

Rachel MacPherson is a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach who's passion is helping families feel energized to lead vibrant, fit lives. She writes about balancing a healthy lifestyle with…

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Rachel Mitchell

Pediatric and Maternity Sleep Consultant

Rachel Mitchell is a certified maternity and pediatric sleep specialist, parent educator, and mom of six. Her mission is to help parents and families thrive. She gives parents the skills…

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Rachel Tomlinson

Registered Psychologist

Rachel Tomlinson is a registered psychologist and internationally published author of Teaching Kids to Be Kind who has worked with adults, families, and children (birth through eighteen years old) in…

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Rande Ludwig

Registered Nurse BSN, RNC-NIC

Rande Ludwig is a registered nurse who specializes in neonatal nursing. She earned her nursing degree from the University of North Dakota. After earning her degree, she began working in…

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Rania Nasis

MD, Physician

Rania Nasis, MD, MBA is the founder & CEO of Super Awesome Care, a tech-enabled healthcare platform for kids with food allergies and their families. A physician entrepreneur and digital…

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Ratna Bajpai

Pediatric Dentist

Ratna is a Pediatric Dentist, educator and health content creator. Her background as a healthcare provider gives her an in-depth knowledge of dental/medical terminologies and clinical concepts. She volunteers for…

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Rebecca Guez

Conscious Parenting Coach

Rebecca Guez is a conscious parenting coach. Rebecca has a Conscious Parenting Coach Certification with the Jai Institute of Parenting, teaches Conscious Parenting at The Kabbalah Centre, and is a…

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Rebecca Kyle

Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner®, Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner

Rebecca Kyle is a mom of three boys, Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner®, and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner. She investigates the underlying causes at the core of her clients' health…

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Rene Baker

Registered NICU Nurse RNC-NIC

I am a licensed Registered NICU Nurse with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. More importantly, I am a NICU mama x2 to the sweetest boys. Being a NICU nurse…

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Rhonda Sneeringer

Pediatrician, MD, FAAP

I am a pediatrician, a mom of four and a passionate supporter of mothers. My specialty areas include lactation, newborn care, breastfeeding multiples and preemies, the care of the premature…

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Robert J. Hudson, M.D.

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Robert J Hudson, MD is a board-certified pediatrician of over 40 years in pediatrics and behavioral pediatrics. Additionally, he is a retired clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the University of…

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Ruth K. Mielke

Certified Nurse Midwife DNP, APRN, CNM

Ruth K. Mielke is a certified nurse midwife with 22 years of experience. She has a doctorate in nursing practice. Her expertise is in pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding.…

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Sarah Spund, MS

Psychotherapist LCPC

Sarah Spund is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland and has practiced for over 6 years. She has worked in various settings such as private…

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Stacey Ramsower

Somatic Sex Educator & Doula

Stacey Ramsower is a Somatic Coach, Trauma Resolution Practitioner, and a Full-Spectrum Doula. She has been using yoga, Ayurveda, and somatic practices to support people in their intimate healing journeys…

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Stephanie Quinto

Certified Child Sleep Consultant

Hi! I’m Stephanie Quinto, Certified Child Sleep Consultant and owner of Catching Dreams Sleep & Behavior Consulting. My passion for sleep consulting started when I was a first-time mom struggling…

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Dr. Stephanie Sublett

Board-Certified OB/GYN, FACOG, IBCLC

Dr. Stephanie Sublett, MD, FACOG, MSCP, IBCLC, has board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology and specialized knowledge in Breastfeeding Medicine & Menopause. She is also the creator of an online…

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Steve Hodges

Pediatric Urologist

Steve Hodges, M.D., is a pediatric urologist at Wake Forest Baptist Health and an associate professor of pediatric urology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He is an authority…

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Tessy Kadavil

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Tessy is a board-certified pediatrician who has been working with Texas Children’s Pediatrics for over 5 years. Her background includes a residency from USF in Tampa in 2009 and working…

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The PediPals

Board-Certified Pediatricians

Dr. Ana Pal and Dr. Samira Hodges, aka "The PediPals", are best friends and board-certified pediatricians who live in Texas. They have known each other since residency and have worked…

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Tracey Agnese, MD, IBCLC

Pediatrician and Lactation Consultant

Dr. Tracey Agnese has been taking care of children in private practice in NYC for over ten years. She completed her medical school at SUNY Downstate and residency at NYU.…

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Violet Giannone

Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Registered Nurse

Violet is a Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Registered Nurse, and Published Author of "Baby Sleep Training in 7 Days". She has 10 years of experience as a Pediatric Sleep Consultant, working…

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Wendy Sutas

BSN, RN

Wendy Sutas, BSN, RN, has over 25 years of experience in neonatal ICU, pediatrics, obstetrics, newborn care, and utilization management. She combines her solid clinical background with her writing skills…

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William Henderson

General Practice Doctor (General Practitioner) - General, Psychologist

William Henderson is a professional therapist who specializes in multiple areas and brings healing to the life of every individual. He believes that every individual has the right to get…

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