112: Supporting Birth Partners with Doula Dad James Hogue

In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina and Roxanne talk with James Hogue from Fathers Assisting Mothers (thatfam.org). James shares valuable insights on how partners, especially fathers, can support mothers throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. The discussion covers various topics including creating a birth plan, understanding medical terminology, providing physical and emotional support, and the importance of advocacy. James also talks about the unique role of fathers and how they can be involved in the birth process, including unexpected events like C-sections and NICU stays. The episode emphasizes the significance of preparation, communication, and physical fitness to ensure a supportive and empowering birth experience. Find James Here!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadsdoulaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedadsdoula?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcWebsite: https://www.thatsmyfam.org/00:00 Introduction to MamasteFit Podcast01:18 Meet James Hogue: The Doula Dad02:05 James' Journey to Becoming a Doula05:38 The Importance of Partner Involvement12:50 Advocacy and Support Strategies19:09 Navigating Medical Interventions with BRAIN28:47 Addressing Past Birth Traumas31:47 Unpacking Emotions During Birth32:39 Reshaping Male Roles in Pregnancy34:11 Sponsor Break: Needed Nutrition35:08 Tips for Dads During Labor42:18 Fitness and Comfort Measures for Birth Partners46:34 Supporting During a C-Section52:34 Navigating NICU Challenges57:16 Final Advice for Fathers01:00:26 Resources and Closing Remarks——————————Get Your Copy of Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit:💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth CourseExplore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/third-trimester/-------Freebies to Support Your Postpartum:📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery/—-Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/postpartum/💻 Postpartum Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs——Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit—— This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****Freebies*****Early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery-guide/ Postpartum sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/postpartum-fitness-guide/Prenatal Sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prenatal-fitness-program-guide/Pelvic Floor https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-your-pelvic-floor-for-labor/Birth Prep for Labor Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-labor-guide/Birth Partner Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-partner-guide/Birth Plan https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-plan-guide/