In this episode of Unleash Your Primal, Dr. Samantha Lombardi interviews Kristen Orts, owner and founder of Crossroads Midwifery in the CNY region. Kristen is a certified nurse midwife, nurse practitioner, as well as has her IBCLC. Listen in to learn more about Kristen’s journey to midwifery and how she got to be where she is in her career. Her wealth of knowledge helps her care for not only expecting mothers but whole families.

In this episode, Dr. Sam sits down with Dr. Brittany Schuler, PT, DPT, CBIS, NCS, CPRCS, the founder of Mini Milestones Physical Therapy. With advanced certifications in brain injury, neurology, and primitive reflex integration, Dr. Schuler brings a unique perspective to pediatric physical therapy. Her passion is helping children reach their full potential by addressing the root causes of developmental delays and supporting families through every stage of growth. Together, Dr. Sam and Dr. Schuler dive into the importance of early intervention, how primitive reflexes play a role in child development, and empowering parents with tools to foster strong foundations for lifelong movement and learning.

In this episode we sit down with Chris Herrera the founder of CNY Doula Connection, a trusted network of birth and postpartum professionals serving families across Central New York. With a deep passion for nurturing and empowering families, Chris’s journey into birth work began from a place of compassion and curiosity about the support families truly need during life’s most transformative seasons. Through CNY Doula Connection, she has built a community centered on education, advocacy, and holistic care—ensuring that families feel seen, supported, and confident through every stage of their journey. Chris’s heart for connection and her commitment to redefining how families experience care are at the core of everything she does.