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12: The Power of Hope with Tamara Taggart
In this episode I sit down with journalist and activist Tamara Taggart. In Tamara's ted talk "The Two Conversations that Changed My Life" she described two pivotal moments in her life, one where she was told her son...
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11: Breastfeeding Support Through Every Stage with Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC
In this episode I sit down with Robin Kaplan, founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and author of Latch. Robin has her Masters in Education and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this...
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10: Preparing for Motherhood During Pregnancy with Dr. Christine Sterling, OB/GYN
In this episode I sit down with Dr. Christine Sterling, OB/GYN. Dr. Sterling discusses her approach to pregnancy care, where she supports women in preparing for life beyond birth. Dr. Sterling shares how each specific...
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9: How to Work Through Creative Blocks
In this episode, we discuss how to get unstuck from creative blocks by developing a new relationship with painful experiences of Fear, Resistance, Shame, and Perfectionism. We explore how acceptance of difficult...
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8: Pregnancy Loss- How to Offer Support with Rachel Rabinor, LCSW
In today's episode, I sit down with Rachel Rabinor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week. Rachel specializes in working with women and families impacted by infertility and...
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7: Infertility, Pregnancy Loss, and Adoption- A Personal Story with Kelly Mindell of Studio DIY
In today's episode I sit down with Kelly Mindell of Studio DIY. Kelly shares with us her personal experience with infertility, pregnancy loss, and adoption. We explore the silence and isolation that is often...
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6: Anxiety in Motherhood- A Personal Story with Chrissy Powers, LMFT
In today's episode I sat down with writer, photographer, and therapist Chrissy Powers. Chrissy opens up about her own story of trauma and anxiety in motherhood, and shares the tangible ways that she has healed through...
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5: Parenting with Connection and Intention- Gender Expression and Trans Identity with Rachel Rainbolt
In this episode I sit down with parenting coach, educator, writer, and LGBTQIA+ activist Rachel Rainbolt. Rachel has her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and through her coaching and writing holds space...
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4: Creativity, Joy, and Pain with Joy Cho
In this episode of the Holding Space podcast, Dr. Cassidy sits down with designer and blogger Joy Cho to explore the relationship between inspiration, creativity, joy and pain. We explore the answers to the questions,...
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3: Let's Unpack Mom Guilt
In this episode we explore how Brené Brown's foundational research on shame and shame resiliency connects to the unique experience of mothers. If you are a mom or planning to become a mother...my hope is that you walk...
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2: Defining Your Values
In this episode of the Holding Space podcast, Dr. Cassidy unpacks the definition of values and offers a framework from which you can begin to explore your own personal values. We discuss the relationship between...
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1: Welcome to Holding Space Podcast!
In this episode of the Holding Space podcast, you will be introduced to your host Dr. Cassidy Freitas and get an idea of what you can expect in future episodes. We will explore the mission of the podcast, upcoming...
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