Send us a textWhat if the journey from womanhood to motherhood offered more transformation than you ever imagined? Join us in a heartwarming episode with Khyati Desai-Seltzer, a mompreneur with a passion for social impact, as she recounts how her own birth stories, including an unexpected cesarean delivery, propelled her into a world of empowerment and community support for new parents. Dive into Khyati's personal experiences with the invaluable support of a doula, as she shares the challenges and triumphs of the fourth trimester. Her transformative path reshaped not only her personal life but also her professional endeavors, spotlighting the importance of advocacy and nurturing environments for mothers.Uncover the powerful benefits of baby massage, a practice Kiaty champions through her venture, Vyana Infant Massage. This episode offers a glimpse into the immediate and long-term advantages of fostering a touch-positive atmosphere, teaching consent, and nurturing healthy touch within families. From improved sleep for infants to stronger parent-child bonds and mental health support, Khyati’s insights reveal how touch can transform emotional well-being and family dynamics. We also explore the broader societal impact of nurturing touch, emphasizing how it contributes to healthier relationships and emotional security from an early age.Our conversation with Khyati doesn’t stop with individual practices; it extends into the broader need for community support. Drawing inspiration from global postpartum customs, we explore modern solutions that can help new mothers thrive, such as virtual villages and shared knowledge platforms. Highlighting the significance of self-advocacy and education in healthcare, we champion the idea of seasoned mothers mentoring newcomers, ensuring that no parent feels alone in their journey. This episode is an inspiring call to action, encouraging society to support new moms and celebrate the power of community, touch, and transformation in motherhood.Connect with Khyati Join the Bump & Beyond Online Community for moms & moms-to-be! Coaching offerKelly Hof: Labor Nurse + Birth CoachBasically, I'm your birth bestie! With me as your coach, you will tell fear to take a hike!Support the showConnect with Kelly at kellyhof.com Join the Bump & Beyond Online Community!https://www.facebook.com/groups/bumpnbeyondGrab The Book of Hormones on Amazon!Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is intended as a safe space for women to share their birth experiences. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Each woman’s medical course of action is individual and may not appropriately transfer to another similar situation. Please speak to your medical provider before making any medical decisions. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that evidence based practice evolves as our knowledge of science improves. To the best of my ability I will attempt to present the most current ACOG and AWHONN recommendations at the time the podcast is recorded, but that may not necessarily reflect the best practices at the time the podcast is heard. Additionally, guests sharing their stories have the right to autonomy in their medical decisions, and may share their choice to go against current practice recommendations. I intend to hold space for people to share their decisions. I will attempt to share the current recommendations so that my audience is informed, but it is up to each individual to choose what is best for them.

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