Depths of Motherhood

Welcome to the final episode of Season 7.We've journeyed through episodes 78 - 119, exploring preconception to postpartum.Today, I'm joined by Elizabeth Greaves, a mother of three who is passionate about understanding physiological birth and supporting mothers and families in making choices that align with their hearts and real needs.She shares her personal experience of receiving an unconsented episiotomy—a violation that far too many birthing people endure. From this place, we explore the wider context of:

Have you ever wondered if there's more to postpartum care than simply “getting back to normal”? What if the path to healing wasn't about bouncing back but coming home to your body, womb, and rhythm?In this episode, I sit down with Julia Demillones Moore, mother, herbalist, and founder of Moonbeam Steams.She's a women's health advocate who came into this work through her own struggles with painful periods, hormonal imbalance, and postpartum depletion. In reconnecting with the ancient practice of vaginal steaming, rooted in her Filipino lineage, she found a path of profound healing—and now shares that wisdom with others.FREE PDF FOR YONI STEAMINGTogether, we explore the three stages of postpartum steaming:The Immediate Postpartum, within the first 30 days—supporting the release of fluids, cleansing the uterus, and helping the body rest and repair.The Early Postpartum, from 1 month to a year—focused on rebuilding the body's reserves, strengthening the womb, and restoring moisture and vitality.And the Later Postpartum, which can be months or even years after birth, supporting circulation, energy, and emotional integration. Because it's never too late to care for your womb.We also talk about:When it's safe to begin steaming—whether you've had a vaginal birth, cesarean, tearing, or episiotomyHerbs that support the womb, nervous system, and postpartum healing—like plantain, marshmallow root, nettle, yarrow, rose, and chamomileHow steaming can be introduced around week 38 of pregnancy to help prepare the body for laborAnd how this practice can gently support trauma healing and emotional processing in the months and years after birthConnect with JuliaMoonbeam Steams | Holistic Womb Wellness & Vaginal SteamingJulia

In this deeply nourishing conversation, I sit down with Brittany Zeer, mother, guide, and student of INNATE Postpartum Care, to explore the sacred design of women and the ancestral postpartum traditions that are being remembered and rewoven in modern times.We explore:The four pillars of postpartum healing: rest, warmth, body care, and nourishment, and community as the foundationCross-cultural traditions of Closing the Bones—from Mexico to Morocco and Russia The power of ceremony—why it's never too late to close what was left open How trauma, wisdom, and story live in the body—and how we can support integrationBuilding community as the foundation of long-term women's wellnessLearn more about Brittany's work: blissfulwombcare.com/about

In this powerful episode, I sit down with somatic educator and STREAM founder Ellen Heed to explore a topic often overlooked in healthcare—scar tissue. Far from being a minor footnote in our healing journey, scar tissue can hold physical, emotional, and energetic imprints that shape our relationship with our bodies.Ellen shares her vast knowledge from decades of work in somatics, anatomy, sexology, and trauma-informed care. We speak about the silent impact of unaddressed scar tissue after birth—be it episiotomy, cesarean, or internal tearing—and how we can begin to re-establish trust and intimacy with our bodies.In this conversation, we cover:Why scar tissue is a foundational pillar of healthThe long-term impact of unacknowledged trauma and birth interventionsThe body's innate intelligence and the importance of uninterrupted healing timeCastor oil as a gentle and effective anti-inflammatory supportCervical scar tissue and its link to interventions like the morning-after pillHow media and pornography shape distorted views of the body and sexualityReclaiming the uniqueness of our bodies through curiosity and touchWhy vagus nerve awareness is essential in trauma resolutionThe need to move beyond reductionist models of healthcareIf you're a birth worker, bodyworker, sex educator—or simply someone wanting to feel more at home in your body—this is a conversation not to miss.✨ Learn more about Ellen's STREAM Certification for practitioners here: www.scartissueremediation.com/stream-certification@EllenheedConnect with Danielle

In today's episode, I'm joined by Brienne — Mother, Postpartum Ceremony Facilitator, and founder of Cosmic Mama Medicine.Brienne shares her powerful story of becoming a mother and how it led her to reclaim postpartum as a sacred time for slowing down, healing, and receiving the care that is so often overlooked.We explore what true postpartum support looks like: ✨ Naming your needs — even when they feel blurry ✨ Reimagining community care — beyond cute baby clothes ✨ Honoring the mother — through presence, nourishment, and space

Welcome back to Depths of Motherhood. Today, we're diving into the world of babywearing—an ancient practice that offers deep connection, practical support, and comfort for both mother and baby. Joining us today is Karla Gabriela, a mother of five who has carried each of her children from birth well into toddlerhood. Her daughters are 12, 10, 8, 3, and her newest little one arrived in December 2023. With years of experience in the babywearing community, Karla serves as an Admin and Lending Library Leader, helping parents discover the confidence and ease that babywearing can bring. She's also a trained Babywearing Educator through the Center for Babywearing Studies and is currently expanding her knowledge with the Slingababy Consultancy Course.In this conversation, we explore:How babywearing supports newborn positioning and postpartum recoveryWhen to start and how to ensure a safe, comfortable carryCoregulation—how babywearing helps regulate your baby's nervous systemDifferent carrying positions and involving other caregiversCrying while babywearing How long to wear your babyBreastfeeding while babywearing—what works and what to expectBabywearing isn't just about convenience—it's about connection, comfort, and honoring your baby's primal need to be close. Karla is here to share her wisdom, experience, and encouragement for anyone curious about this practice.Connect with Karla: The Babywearing ClubInstagramConnect with Danielle (Host):Book:⁠⁠ Reclaiming Circle - A Guide to Hosting Women's Circles⁠⁠Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠ RSVP Here⁠⁠Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠ @depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠Email: Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.comSponsor: Energy Healing⁠⁠ Evolving Humans⁠

In this episode of Depths of Motherhood Podcast, we welcome Melissa Boyles, founder of Rise in Bloom, to explore the sacred, intuitive journey of caring for a newborn.Melissa shared her personal story of birthing at home in episode 60Her mission is to help women reconnect with their bodies, intuition, and the sacredness of birth and postpartum.Main Topics Covered:The mother's and baby's nervous system connectionHow birth stories shape healing and bondingUnderstanding and navigating newborn criesThe role of the father or non-birthing partner in postpartum careSleep and feeding rhythms: inviting connection over schedulesBody Wisdom Prenatal care for alignment and intuitionElimination communication: responding to a baby's cuesCreating a womb-like, nurturing environmentIntegrating siblings in the newborn transitionEmotional awareness in creating mindful shopping listsFamily dynamics and how fears can guide postpartum decisionsJoin us in this deeply nourishing conversation about how intuitive care can transform the postpartum experience and create a foundation of connection, pleasure, and healing.Guest Links: Visit Melissa Boyles' website - Rise in BloomInstagram:@RiseinBloomConnect with Danielle (Host):Book:⁠ Reclaiming Circle - A Guide to Hosting Women's Circles⁠Online Women's Circle:⁠ RSVP Here⁠Podcast Instagram:⁠ @depthsofmotherhood⁠Email: Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.comSponsor: Energy Healing⁠ Evolving Humans⁠

Are you navigating or supporting a postpartum mother — are you noticing experiences of feeling foggy, fatigued, or just not quite yourself? You're not alone and you don't have to settle for merely surviving. This week, we're diving deep into postpartum nutrition and the transformative power of nourishing your body to reclaim your vitality and well-being. Brittany, a birth doula, nutritional therapy practitioner, and mother of three, is joining us. Brittany has firsthand experience with the challenges of postpartum recovery—hormonal imbalances, brain fog, and exhaustion—and she's here to share the tools she discovered to thrive. Today, she's on a mission to empower mothers to move beyond survival mode. In this episode, Brittany will share: The common nutrient deficiencies affecting postpartum mothers—and how to address them. How symptoms like anxiety, depression, and brain fog might signal deeper nutritional needs. The critical role omega-3s play in recovery and how to seamlessly incorporate them into your diet. Practical, nourishing meal ideas, including smoothies, breakfasts, and tips for creating a supportive meal train. The rejuvenating magic of an adrenal cocktail to boost energy and balance. Plus, Brittany has a special gift to help you take the first step toward feeling your best postpartum. So, pour yourself a warm cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and join us for this empowering conversation. Resources and Connections: Brittany's Free Gift: Postpartum Nutrition Guide Connect with Brittany: Website | Instagram Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: Reclaiming Circle - A Guide to Hosting Women's Circles Online Women's Circle: RSVP Here Podcast Instagram: @depthsofmotherhood Email: Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: Energy Healing Evolving Humans

Welcome to this episode, dedicated to the postpartum phase, where we hold space for the mother's experience following birth. This is a time following her rite of passage, when she returns, embodying her new experience. As with any rite of passage, this moment is not just for the mother and child, but for the community and the collective as well. I am honored to have Beatriz, a postpartum and birth doula joining us today. Together, we raise awareness on how to recognize when things are not okay and how we can notice these signs, whether you are a mother feeling confused about what is happening or a family member/support person. Further Resources There are many expressions of imbalance—physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual—and all of these expressions are valid and welcome. The main thing is that something needs holding. We begin with the most fundamental needs: you are not broken; your needs are simply not being met. As we journey through this conversation, we also explore the needs of the immediate family, with a reminder that they too require support. Thank you for joining us today. Sending love to the mothers, past, present, and future, and to the families and children coming through. We are planting the seeds to reclaim our innate nature and reconnect more deeply with ourselves and one another. January's FREE Mother's Circle Recording Connect with Beatriz:www.doulabeatrizfacio.comInstagram: @doulabeatrizfacio Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ January's Mother's Circle FREE Recording l Women's Circle⁠⁠

Today, we are joined by the wonderful Olivia Hinge—a mother, midwife, lactation consultant, and author dedicated to supporting families through one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of early parenthood: feeding their babies. Previous episode - Depths of Motherhood Podcast - Episode 40 (Mastitis, Aversion, and Inverted Nipples) Having personally struggled with establishing feeding with her first child, Olivia's journey inspired her to qualify as a lactation consultant in 2019. Since then, she has been on a mission to empower parents with evidence-based knowledge and judgment-free guidance, ensuring that every family can make informed decisions about how they feed their baby in a way that feels right for them. In today's conversation, we'll delve into : The physiology of breastfeeding, including baby positioning and latch. The truth about common tools like pumps, the Hakka, and silver caps. Managing oversupply, supporting low milk supply, and building confidence. Calling in the “cheerleaders” and creating a safe environment for mothers to thrive. Practical tips for navigating painful nipple and healing wounds Debunk myths about whether babies need winding.  Whether you're expecting, new to parenting, or supporting someone in your life on this journey, Olivia's wisdom is here to inspire and uplift. January's Mother's Circle FREE Recording l Women's Circle To connect with Olivia and learn more about her work, check out: Her book: A Judgement-Free Guide to Feeding Your Baby on Amazon Her online course and resources: The Wonderhood Follow her on Instagram: @olivia_lactation_consultant Depths of Motherhood Podcast - Episode 40 (Mastitis, Aversion and Inverted Nipples) Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠ January's Mother's Circle FREE Recording l Women's Circle⁠

In this episode, we begin our exploration of the postpartum phase which will span over 10 episodes, each delving into the essential needs of postpartum mothers. This week, we're joined by Jay, a skilled herbalist, forager, menstrual cycle educator, and doula. Key Points: Discover the importance of using locally accessible herbs in the postpartum phase for nourishment and healing. Learn about different forms of herbal medicine, including teas, tinctures, and yoni steams, to support postpartum recovery. Reconnect with your intuition to choose herbs that resonate with your body, embracing a holistic, mindful approach to healing. Connect with Jay: ⁠Jay

This week, I'm honored to share the story of Karena, a mother, healer, and mushroom mama at ⁠⁠Fungi Academy⁠⁠. Her journey from maiden to mother is a powerful exploration of sovereignty, intuition, and empowerment in birth. Karena shares how she: Welcomed a birth team that made her feel nourished and supported. Explored self-stimulation to connect deeply during labor. Built a nurturing community in Guatemala which supported her journey. Her story reveals the courage to trust intuition, reclaim autonomy, and honor the unique path of mother and child. Connect with Karena: Instagram: ⁠⁠@karenaabeana⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠fungiacademy.com⁠⁠ Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week on Depths of Motherhood, we explore the journey of men's rites of passage and also the transition into fatherhood. While much of our podcast centers on women's rites of passage, today's conversation shifts the focus to men—our partners, fathers, sons, and friends. This topic is raw, relevant, and deeply necessary for everyone, especially those raising boys, partnering with men, or seeking to build deeper relationships with men in their lives. Our guest, Dan Doty, a leader in the global men's movement, shares his heartfelt insights into the healing journey of men. Through his work as a writer, wilderness guide, and meditation teacher, Dan has guided thousands of men in reconnecting with their true selves, their families, and their communities. Link to FREE complimentary blog with guided meditation for our boys and men In This Episode: What are Rites of Passage? The Role of Male Role Models? The Journey to the Heart? Rite of Passage in Manhood Fatherhood as a Rite of Passage Meeting Conditioned Beliefs, Traumas, and Fears Connect with Dan: Dan Doty Dan Doty (@fatherhoodunlocked)  Fatherhood Unlocked Rite of Passage Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Depths of Motherhood, we are joined by ⁠Rev. Olivia Bareham, ⁠a death midwife, interfaith minister, and the founder of Sacred Crossings, an organization dedicated to transforming our approach to death and dying. Through her work, Olivia seeks to restore the sacredness of the death journey, offering education, support, and after-death care to families during life's most profound transition. In this powerful conversation, she reflects on her personal experiences and deep insights into death, grief, and healing. Key points from this episode: What is a Death Midwife? The Loss of Ceremony in the Modern World. Cross-Cultural Reverence of Death. Physiological and Spiritual Transitions at the Time of Death. Cultural Shift in How We Hold Death and Grief. End-of-Life Care. Unexpected Death. Grief Journey. Supporting Yourself and Loved Ones Through Grief. *If today's topic feels intense, please honor that feeling and come back when you're ready. For those listening today, prepare for a deep exploration of birth, death, and the sacred space where they meet.* FREE GIFT: ⁠Guided Grief Practice and Meditation⁠ Connect with Olivia⁠: Sacred Crossings | The Institute for Conscious Dying and Alternative Funeral Home⁠ Olivia Bareham (@sacred_crossings) *Join the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠

Welcome to today's episode, where I'm joined by Victoria Wilbraham—mentor, guide, and host of *Normal Boring Freebirth* Victoria's approach to birth is beautifully simple and grounded, helping families strip back unnecessary interventions and complicated language to experience birth in its most raw, embodied form.  She supports families in trusting their own "yes" and "no," finding their voice and asking questions that nourish their journey.  Today, we dive into the common fears Victoria sees arise in the women she works with and how she guides them to examine these fears, often tracing them to their roots in the ultimate fear—death. As our conversation unfolds, we explore: - How to bring death into conversation with reverence, just as we do with life. - How the fear of death can drive unnecessary interventions in birth. - Reclaiming death as a rite of passage, deserving of connection and presence. - How grief and death have been medicalized and silenced, and what it might mean to reclaim their sacredness. This episode also sets the stage for next week's conversation with Death Midwife, Rev. Olivia Bareham, founder of *Sacred Crossings*. Rev. Bareham guides individuals and families through end-of-life care, bringing reverence and support to the journey of dying. *If today's topic feels intense, please honor that feeling and come back when you're ready. For those listening today, prepare for a deep exploration of birth, death, and the sacred space where they meet.* Connect with Victoria Free to birth - Birth educator and homebirth support Instagram @freetobirth Normal Boring Freebirth for Normal Boring People *Join the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans

Today we sit down with Myofascial Release Therapist Lindsay Courcelle to uncover the secret power hidden within our bodies. Did you know that your fascia—a vast network of connective tissue—holds the key to releasing years of stored tension, trauma, and emotional pain? Lindsay shares her deep wisdom on how Myofascial Release can help mothers heal from the inside out. Get ready to discover how trauma and emotions are stored in your fascia and learn practical, easy-to-follow techniques to release that tension at home. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, physically drained, or disconnected, this episode offers tangible steps to reclaim your body, find your flow, and nurture yourself in motherhood. Connect with LindsayLindsay- Pelvic Alchemy & Myofascial Release (@lindsaycourcelle) • Instagram photos and videosLindsay Courcelle *Join the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠

We're thrilled to have Maryn Green as our guest. Maryn is a birth guardian, co-founder of Indie Birth, and host of the Taking Back Birth podcast. In this episode, we address questions from our community, including: How can you truly show up for the mother during labor? How can you work through fears and emotions to hold space without intervening? How can you become the voice for the mother during labor? We also delve into: Somatic experiencing: finding questions and answers and holding space for fears Finding our voice The joint journey of mother and baby, and how it reshapes the narrative around birth Connect with Maryn Green Indie Birth Private Association Indie Birth Association (@indiebirth)  Home (indiebirthmidwiferyschool.org) Podcasts (indiebirth.org) *Join the⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠

Welcome to today's episode! I'm thrilled to be joined by Kelsey Cooper, the inspiring host of the Disabled Birth Stories podcast. This episode is an inspiring conversation for birth teams, healthcare providers, and anyone in the birthing community.  Kelsey's work highlights the gaps in understanding around pregnancy and disability, encouraging open dialogue and reminding us that it's okay not to have all the answers—what's important is the willingness to ask questions and learn. Today, we'll explore the broader issues surrounding pregnancy and disability, from the barriers faced in healthcare to the ways birth workers can create inclusive, supportive environments for all families.  Thank you for tuning in! FREE resources with links for further support. If you have any questions or would like to be featured on Kelsey's podcast, feel free to reach out to Kelsey at kelseycooper@disabledbirthstories.com Disabled Birth Stories | Podcast on Spotify *Join the⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans

Today, we are honored to have Dr. Stuart James Fischbein, MD, as our guest. Known as "Dr. Stu," he's a renowned expert in obstetrics and midwifery care, with a lasting impact on twin and breech home birth education. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Stu seamlessly merges traditional medical training with a deep respect for holistic birth practices. Dr. Stu also hosts the Birthing Instincts podcast and co-authored Fearless Pregnancy: Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, a Midwife, and a Mom. In this episode, we dive into topics surrounding childbirth and women's rights. Here's what to expect: Dr. Stu's North Star The Power of Storytelling Understanding Breech Births His 9 Step Criteria for Home Birth Challenges in Birth Care Navigating Childbirth Information and Research Connect with Dr Stu Birthing Instincts with Dr. Stu *Join the⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠

Welcome, everybody! This week, we are joined by Chris Greaves, husband to Elizabeth and proud father to Isabel (15), Camilla (7), and Natalie (3). I'm excited to share more about Natalie's journey into this world through a home birth. This episode is particularly special because it's the first time we've had a father on the show to share his story. Chris will take us through the preparation leading up to the big day, how he navigated his own concerns, and the valuable lessons he's learned from this experience. Before we dive in, I want to take a moment to give a big shoutout to Elizabeth, Chris's wonderful wife. Elizabeth has just released a PDF birth guide called Coming Home, which is designed to help you understand physiological birth and make informed choices within your birth story. This guide includes two separate workbooks—one for the father and one for the mother—allowing couples to prepare together and also in their own unique ways. Connect with Elizabeth ⁠www. Elizabeth.myflodesk.com ⁠⁠@Elizabethaquin.g⁠ *Join the⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Danielle (Host): Book:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans

We are joined by ⁠Uma Dinsmore-Tuli⁠, a leading expert in yoga therapy and women's health. Uma's journey with yoga began in 1969 at just four years old, and she has since become a renowned figure in the field, teaching since 1994 and authoring four influential books. In this episode, we cover a range of topics that are essential for mothers and women in general: Womb Reconnection: Uma shares the importance of reconnecting with the womb space as a source of profound wisdom and intuition. Mother-Centered Community: We discuss how modern motherhood has shifted away from communal support systems. Uma emphasizes the need to rebuild mother-centered communities that honor and support women's transitions. Signs of Exhaustion: Recognizing the signs of physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion and how to nourish the mother back to full health. Yoga Nidra and Quality Rest: She explains how this practice can be a powerful tool for mothers to recharge and reclaim their energy. Rising to Support One Another: We explore how women can rise to support one another. In addition to these insights, Uma's extensive knowledge on yoga therapy for women's health is highlighted through her books, including Yoni Shakti, Yoga Nidra Made Easy, and Nidra Shakti: An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Yoga Nidra. Her work is supported by certifications from the International Association of Yoga Therapists and diplomas from the Yoga Biomedical Trust and Mukunda Stiles, blending traditional teachings with contemporary insights. Uma has also created a library of free Yoga Nidra recordings available to support and deepen your practice (See below) *Join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Resources: Free Yoga Nidra Recordings: ⁠Yoga Nidra Made Easy⁠ Uma's Books: ⁠Books by Uma Dinsmore-Tuli⁠ A Mother's Breath Book: ⁠A Mother's Breath - Kindle Edition⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ & Patreon Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Joining us is Star Jones, a space holder and guardian from the London/Essex area, known for creating intimate, raw spaces where women can connect and grow. Star's work centers on supporting women through life's most significant transitions. Today, she shares her deep understanding of Mother's Blessings, a ceremony that allows mothers to reclaim their journey into motherhood surrounded by love and support. Whether you're planning to hold space for a Mother's Blessing, inspired by the idea, or a mother-to-be seeking ways to create a meaningful experience, this episode is packed with tips and inspiring ideas.  You'll learn the key differences between a baby shower and a Mother's Blessing, and how to prepare yourself, the space, and the ceremony to honor the mother at the heart of it all truly. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation—tune in now and discover how to create a Mother's Blessing that truly celebrates the sacred journey into motherhood. *Join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package* Connect with Star www.shanticinta.com Retreat 24-27th October in the UK Instagram Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: ⁠⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle: ⁠⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠ Somatic Birth and Mother-Baby Preparation Course Shout out to Melissa, the founder of Rise and Bloom. She's running a 10-week somatic birth and mother-baby preparation course with live events. I will be there!⁠⁠ Join here Rise and Bloom Instagram⁠⁠

I'd like to introduce Anne Margolis, a seasoned Licensed Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Clarity Breathwork Practitioner, and Yoga Teacher. With over 28 years of experience, Anne has guided the births of over 1,000 healthy babies and has been a pivotal support for countless families. Anne's holistic approach integrates breathwork, yoga, and a comprehensive range of women's health services, including midwifery, coaching, and holistic gynecology. She is a bestselling author of "Natural Birth Secrets" and "Trauma Release Formula," and her work has been featured on shows like TLC's "A Baby Story" and in documentaries like "Orgasmic Birth." Last year, I spoke to Anne, and she shared more deeply about her own birth story. Listen here. Stamps: (00:04:40) - Are Ultrasound Scans (USS) Safe? (00:10:20) - Alternatives to USS (00:16:18) - Sex During Pregnancy (00:18:00) - Sleeping on the Back (00:21:55) - Eating and Drinking in Labour. (00:32:00) - Baths and hot tubs. Connect with Anne: Home Sweet Homebirth Instagram Books Join the ⁠⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: ⁠⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle: ⁠⁠RSVP⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠⁠ Sponsor: ⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠ Somatic Birth and Mother-Baby Preparation Course Shout out to Melissa, the founder of Rise and Bloom. She's running a 10-week somatic birth and mother-baby preparation course with live events. I will be there!⁠ Join here Rise and Bloom Instagram⁠

Today, we are thrilled to have Anna, @thespiritualmidwitch, joining us on the show. Anna is a former midwife, woman's work facilitator, yoga teacher, and coach. For over a decade, she has been holding space for women in circles and one-on-one sessions, guiding them and their families through the transformative rite of passage that is birth. Anna blends her deep understanding of the physiological and spiritual aspects of birth in her work as a spiritual midwife and mentor, offering courses and coaching through her Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship Program. In our conversation, Anna shares her journey from working in hospitals and birth centers to becoming an educator and change-maker, advocating for natural physiological birth and exposing the over-medicalized maternity system that often leads to birth trauma. Timestamps: 00:09:50 - Anna's journey from midwife to midwitch 00:18:28 - Holding space for life and death 00:21:00 - Birthrights are human rights 00:27:18 - Informed consent 00:33:30 - External support 00:36:00 - Opening the throat chakra Join the ⁠'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: ⁠Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles⁠ Online Women's Circle: ⁠RSVP⁠ Podcast Instagram: ⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠ Website: ⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠ Email: ⁠Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com⁠ Sponsor: ⁠Evolving Humans⁠ Connect with Anna: Instagram: @thespiritualmidwitch⁠ Website:www.sacredbirthinternational.com Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship Program.⁠

*Why Listen? Learn about the role of the placenta and the effects of delayed cord-cutting* This week we welcome Jessica Freedman, a Childbirth Educator, and Doula, Spinning Babies Certified Parent Educator, Pre/Postnatal Yoga and Fitness Teacher. Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:14:17) - What is the placenta and its role? (00:18:05) - When does the placenta begin to develop? (00:19:51) - Health of the placenta after 'due date'? (00:26:33) - Risks to be aware of (00:31:00) - Function of the placenta after birth and delayed cord clamping Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package Resources: Book: Placenta: The Forgotten Chakra by Robin Lim My Birth Story Article: The Myth of the Aging Placenta Article: Placental Birth Resources by Sara Wickham Connect with Danielle (Host): Book: Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles Online Women's Circle: RSVP Podcast Instagram: @depthsofmotherhood Website: www.Danielle-Catherine.com Email: Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: Evolving Humans Connect with Jessica Freedman: Instagram: @mamashaktiprenatal YouTube: MamaShakti Prenatal Website: MamaShakti Prenatal Yog

Today, Becca Meredith, a passionate advocate for women's health, joins us. Becca began with a Bachelor's in Health Studies and a Master's in Occupational Therapy. Her career spans from home health to hospital settings, and in 2018, she ventured into yoga instruction, specializing in chair yoga and prenatal/postnatal care. Driven by her own pelvic health challenges, Becca pursued advanced training, including pelvic floor therapy and certifications in pregnancy/postpartum corrective exercise. She is also a Reiki 1 practitioner and completed Holistic Treatment of the Postpartum Body training. In our conversation, Becca shares insights into pelvic anatomy and physiology, the significance of optimal positioning during childbirth, factors influencing pelvic floor health, practical ways to connect with the pelvic floor, and essential postpartum care, including awareness around prolapse. Timestamps: - (00:07:29) Becca's personal story - (00:11:51) Yoga in pregnancy - (00:15:30) Physical adaptations during pregnancy - (00:15:55) Effects of scar tissue - (00:20:21) Strong and flexible pelvic floor muscles - (00:22:25) Muscles of the pelvic floor - (00:23:25) Connection to the breath - (00:29:42) Fetal ejection - (00:32:16) What happens to the pelvic floor during childbirth? - (00:39:27) Advice to people supporting the mother - (00:48:55) Signs of a prolapse Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package Connect with Danielle (Host) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠RSVP ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Becca Instagram www.instagram.com/enlightenedpelvichealth Website www.enlightenedpelvichealth.com

In this week's episode, your host Danielle reconnects with Lauren, a friend from her early military career. After many years, they reunite to discuss Lauren's decision to remove her breast implants. Lauren, now 34, is a mother, wife, friend, soldier, and an avid gym and running enthusiast. She resides in Worcestershire with her husband, their 2.5-year-old daughter, and their dog. Lauren's perspective on life has shifted significantly since becoming a mother. She is on a path of self-discovery, working through childhood trauma, reclaiming her body, and striving to undo years of self-hatred. She aims to set a positive example for her daughter and women everywhere who struggle in a society that imposes unrealistic expectations on appearance and behavior. The conversation delves deeply into Lauren's decision to remove her breast implants, known as breast explant surgery. She shares her initial decision to get implants while still serving in the military and the health issues that emerged, leading to her choice to have them removed. Despite the health challenges, this journey has allowed Lauren to reconnect with herself, question societal influences, and embrace her true self. *FREE breast massage workshop in the Nourished Mother Package to complement this conversation - Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package*Connect with Danielle (Host) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠RSVP ⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lauren Taylor Instagram @littlelrt --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

*Why listen? Learn how to understand your body's language, and create ceremonial spaces to deepen into your truth and relationships. Stop learning and start feeling.* In this episode, we dive into the holistic journey of fertility and preconception, focusing on integrating mind, body, and spirit. There's an overwhelming amount of information out there—some of it helpful, but much of it may induce unnecessary fear. It's easy to get lost in the endless to-do lists and protocols, which can overshadow the importance of just being present. Timestamps: (00:06:38) How are you? (00:08:47) Fertile-rich soil (00:11:30) Connection to pleasure and play (00:15:59) Foundations of Health (00:18:42) Mental loops (00:21:54) Emotions (00:26:00) Exercise: language of your body (00:34:24) Conscious relationships (00:40:12) Living life in ceremony Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle ⁠⁠RSVP ⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

This week Sacha Bryce joins us on the show, Sacha is the founder of Core Soul Work and the Core Clarity Certification™. Sacha's extensive background in Psychology and holistic yoga therapy training provide a unique approach to EFT. Learn practical EFT techniques, hear inspiring stories, and gain insights on awakening your inner authority, power, and freedom. Time Stamps: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:05:45) What is EFT? (00:10:26) Making Space to Listen to What is Arising to be Heard (00:13:39) EFT and Motherhood (00:16:00) Guided Practice (00:26:32) Are There Any Risks to Be Aware Of? (00:28:29) EFT for Children Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle ⁠RSVP ⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sacha https://www.coresoulwork.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sachabryce.eft/ https://www.coresoulwork.com/eftintroduction --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today Debra Kilby the author of "Rosa's Choice: A Journey to the World of the Spirit Baby and How We Can Build a New Earth, Together". Debra is a spirit baby medium, conscious conception specialist, and healer. She supports women facing conception challenges, baby loss, or traumatic births. In this conversation, she shares her journey through birth trauma, pregnancy loss, and spiritual awakening. Timestamps: (00:09:28) Debra's personal story and inspiration (00:20:11) Connection to spirit babies (00:29:00) Spirit babies choosing to manifest (00:32:47) How can parents make space to communicate (00:43:56) Spirit babies and water (00:45:00) Mother and baby connection (00:53:09) Alchemising the generational trauma (00:55:00) Reverence to the Mother energy (00:58:00) Mother wound healing Gifted Resources '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Package *Active Pregnancy Loss Care & Postpartum Care* Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Women's Circle RSVP Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Debra www.debrakilby.com Debra's Book 'Rosa's Choice' @debrakilbyhealing --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today, we're joined by Kay'aleya Hunnybee, a herbalist, integrative health coach, and advocate for nurturing our connection to the earth and womb. With a background in therapeutic herbalism and experience as a doula and midwife student, Kay'aleya brings a wealth of wisdom to our conversation. She hosts the Herbal Womb Wisdom podcast and offers classes on natural contraception, aphrodisiacs, mentorship, and integrative hormonal health coaching. Timestamps: (00:09:53) Kay'Aleya's history and relationship with plants (00:20:09) Innate relationship with plants (00:21:14) A practice for deepening our relationship with plants (00:24:43) Preparation for conception - the foundations (00:30:35) Vitex, is it a fertility herb? (00:32:12) Nourishing blends (00:37:23) Plants to bring healthy circulation to the womb (00:38:33) Messages and guidance from our body Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Kay'aleya www.herbalwomb.com @herbalwombwisdom --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Welcome to today's episode! I'm excited to introduce our guest, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner. As the founder of the Fertility Awareness Mastery MentorshipTM program and author of three bestselling books, including 'The Fifth Vital Sign' and 'Real Food For Fertility,' Lisa is passionate about debunking myths surrounding the menstrual cycle and highlighting its importance for overall health. (00:05:52) Lisa's motivation (00:11:52) What is the 5th vital sign? (00:19:00) Finding emotional balance (00:28:00) Physical support for your body (00:34:30) Societal influences on separating women from their bodies (00:42:11) Back to basics to remember your body's language Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lisa www.fertilityfriday.com Instagram ⁠@fertilityfriday Book: ⁠ww.realfoodforfertility.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In this week's episode, we're joined by Lily Nichols, a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition. Lily is renowned for her expertise in blending modern scientific research with the wisdom of traditional cultures. We explore Lily's latest book, "Real Food for Fertility," which she co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack. This insightful discussion delves into the critical role of nutrition in optimizing fertility for both men and women. Timestamps: - (00:00:00) Introduction: Lily's motivation for writing "Real Food for Fertility" - (00:12:15) Exploration of fertility foods in different cultures around the world - (00:13:56) Discussion on generational depletion and the impact of animal-based diets on fertility - (00:15:55) The effects of low-fat diets on fertility - (00:29:13) Restrictive eating habits and eating disorders - (00:35:12) Key nutrient-dense foods for fertility optimization - (00:37:04) Insights into sperm quality and quantity - (00:42:01) The kitchen as the heart of the home. Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Lily www.lilynicholsrdn.com Instagram @lilynicholsrdn Book: ww.realfoodforfertility.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Are you looking to say goodbye to hormonal contraception? Come and listen in to this revealing and inspiring conversation with our wonderful guest Dana Drahos the host of Wombology! (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:07:49) - Dana's personal journey with saying goodbye to hormonal contraception (00:14:44) - Challenges women may face with the transition (00:25:15) - Tips for transitioning with gentleness (00:35:38) - Radical rest and new habits (00:41:45) - Community support Mentioned in the Episode: Dana's episode with Danielle - Holding Women's Circles Nourished Mother Package Gifts for This Episode: - Fertility awareness workshop - Menstrual cycle awareness workshop - Decolonizing our body (hormonal contraception) conversation Connect with Danielle (Host) Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dana (Guest) @womb.ology Wombology Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

This week we welcome Chloe Skerlak, Chloe is a passionate advocate for menstrual health and body literacy. With 6 years of experience in fertility awareness education, she works with women to take control of their sexual and reproductive health. (00:00:00) Introduction: The first time Chloe saw her cervix and how it opened up a whole new world (00:10:06) Exploring the cervix and its role in reproductive health (00:13:57) Addressing discomfort during sex (00:17:20) Understanding cervical mucus (00:20:52) Utilizing cervical mucus as a biomarker for hormone imbalances (00:21:36) Discussing cervical changes during pregnancy (00:30:00) Exploring the relationship between sex, pregnancy, and cervical vaginal pH (00:32:15) Delving into cervical examinations And, as a special bonus, with this episode, we are excited to share Returning to Cervix Meditation. This is included in the ⁠⁠Nourished Mother package.⁠⁠ Connect with Danielle Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Chloe www.ChloeSkerlak.com IG @chloeskerlak YouTube /chloeskerlak FB @chloeskerlak *The information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today we welcome Vicky Viola onto the show. She is a nutrition coach and a fertility awareness method educator. Vicky started her journey into health and wellness in 2017 and became a student at the Nutritional Coaching Institute. From there she continued her education to focus specifically on women's health. Time Stamps: (00:00) - Introduction (08:50) - What are foods which support fertility? (12:19) - The best time to adapt our diet to support fertility? (14:30) - Any differences in male and female diets? (15:44) - Supplements or no supplements? (17:24) - Can we improve the health of the egg and sperm through nutritional change? (21:01) - Fertility smoothie recipe (23:55) - Food and emotional coping mechanisms (27:11) - Stress and extracting nutrients (30:53) - Tips for soothing the nervous system (35:18) - When might we consider external support? And, as a special bonus, with this episode, we are excited to share a Preconception Recipe Book. This is included in the ⁠Nourished Mother package.⁠ Connect with Danielle Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Vicky ⁠Instagram⁠ @your.period.coach www.yourperiodcoach.squarespace.com *The information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Welcome, today, we are thrilled to welcome Marymar 'Mars' Boyer to the show. Mars is not just a licensed massage therapist, nutritional therapy practitioner, and herbalist based in Benson, AZ; she's also a beacon of support and wisdom for mothers in her community. As the co-host of a local mum's support group, Mars dedicates herself to creating nurturing spaces where mothers can find solace and strength. Her holistic approach to health and wellness is rooted in the understanding that our nutrition and lifestyle choices profoundly impact our well-being. Join us as we delve into Mars's wealth of knowledge and insights, exploring the transformative power of holistic health practices. Episode Time Stamps: (00:11:35) When is the best time to start lifestyle changes to improve egg and sperm health? (00:14:42) Exploring the effects of the environment (00:28:35) Incorporating physical movement into your routine (00:33:54) Tuning into woman's intuition (00:34:53) Understanding healthy stress (00:40:11) Decolonizing your life (00:45:16) Nurturing desire and conscious communication And as a special bonus, with this episode, we are excited to share an Energy Healing workshop designed to support you during times of heightened stress, illness, or confusion. This workshop aims to bring peace to the body and mind, helping you find healing and clarity. This workshop is included in the Nourished Mother package. Resources The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother Inflamed by  Rupa Marya  Deep Nutrition by Catherine Shanahan Gut Health with The Wild Nutritionist Connect with Danielle Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Mars Instagram @endlessseawellness www.endlesssea.org *The information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In this episode, we welcome two extraordinary pioneers in women's health and empowerment: Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer. As the co-founders of Red School and co-authors of the groundbreaking books "Wild Power" and "Wise Power," they've revolutionized our understanding of the menstrual cycle as a psycho-spiritual journey. With over 45 years of combined experience, Alexandra and Sjanie are leading the charge in the emerging field of menstruality, redefining how we perceive women's health, creativity, leadership, and spirituality. Join us as we explore their insights into the transformative potential of the menstrual cycle, from menarche to menopause and beyond. (00:06:10) Wild Power and Wise Power (00:14:42) MCA as an umbilical cord back to self (00:20:15) MCA supporting mothers (00:22:23) Inner seasons (00:27:00) Peaks in sexual energy (00:30:45) Shifting gears through the month (00:40:09) Powers and shadows (00:42:35) Monthly rituals Connect with Alexandra & Sjanie www.redschool.net Instagram:@red.school Wild Power Book Connect with Danielle Join the '⁠⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ ⁠ Podcast Instagram ⁠⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠ Women's Circle ⁠⁠@womenscircleonline⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠⁠ *Information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Join us this week on our preconception exploration as we delve into the world of hormone health with Bindi Stables, a board-certified Integrative Health Practitioner and host of the Vibrant You Podcast. In this episode, Bindi introduces us to the concept of the hormone pyramid, with stress hormones forming its foundational layer. Understanding this pyramid is key to comprehending hormonal imbalances. (00:13:18) What is the hormone pyramid? (00:20:03) Signs of Imbalance (00:21:44) What is our period blood telling us? (00:27:55) Balancing our hormones (00:38:00) Sleep deprivation (00:45:55) Tips for nourishing rest Join the '⁠⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠⁠package - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Book: 'Reclaiming Circle - A guide to hosting women's circles'⁠⁠ Connect with Bindi Instagram ⁠@bindistables ⁠Podcast⁠ www.bindistables.com Connect with Danielle Podcast Instagram ⁠@depthsofmotherhood⁠ Women's Circle ⁠@womenscircleonline⁠ ⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠ Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠⁠Evolving Humans⁠⁠ *Information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

This week we welcome Maddie Miles, a clinical herbalist and the host of the Peace Love Hormones podcast, as she shares her journey and expertise on menstrual cycle awareness. Maddie begins by recounting her personal story, offering a heartfelt glimpse into her experiences and insights. We then delve into the significance of men understanding the menstrual cycle, exploring the profound impact it can have on relationships Maddie sheds light on the intricate dance of hormones that shape a woman's cycle, providing valuable knowledge for listeners. Discover Maddie's tea blend recommendations and insights into tinctures for menstruation, offering natural remedies to support women's health. Tune in for an enriching conversation on nurturing menstrual cycle awareness and strengthening bonds. 00:04:41 Maddie's story 00:16:58 Why is it important for men to understand the menstrual cycle? 00:26:44 Menstrual cycle hormones 00:36:06 Tea blend for menstruation & tinctures 00:40:32 Supporting menstruation Join the '⁠⁠Nourished Mother' ⁠⁠Resource - FREE to members of the ⁠⁠Women's Circle⁠⁠ ⁠⁠FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine⁠⁠ 1:1 with Danielle - ⁠⁠Free Connect Call⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Book 'Reclaiming Circle'⁠⁠ Connect with Maddie Instagram @themaddiemiles Tinctures Podcast www.peacelovehormones.com Connect with Danielle Podcast Instagram @depthsofmotherhood Women's Circle @womenscircleonline www.Danielle-Catherine.com Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com Sponsor: ⁠Evolving Humans⁠ *Information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Welcome, as we begin our journey from preconception to postpartum in Season 7 of our podcast. In today's episode, I share my reflections from the book "Awakening Fertility". Join us as we explore the essential components of welcoming vibrant health: Significance of the Menstrual Cycle: The menstrual cycle as a holistic indicator of health. Nourishing Practices: Importance of rest and slower days as integral parts of menstrual cycle health. Understanding Fertility: Methods of tracking the menstrual cycle, including changes in cervical mucus and temperature. Connection in Partnership: Emotional and spiritual connection in fertility. BONUS CLASSES in the Preconception Section Fertility Awareness Method Menstrual Cycle Awareness Method Hormonal Contraception Exploration Join the 'Nourished Mother' Resource - FREE to members of the Women's Circle FREE Monthly Woman Medicine Magazine 1:1 with Danielle - Free Connect Call Book 'Reclaiming Circle' Sponsor: Evolving Humans Connect with Danielle www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker www.Danielle-Catherine.com Depthsofmotherhood@protonmail.com *Information I share is through the lens of a mother, an adult nurse, a doula, a deep tissue masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a holistic health practitioner. None of the information I share is medical advice and it is purely for exploration purposes (phew am I covered now haha). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In this heartfelt episode, join us as we sit down with Alice Garner, a mother who shares her deeply personal experience with pregnancy loss - Trigger Warning Alice shares the loss of her second child at five weeks. She chose to stay at home supported by her loving husband. We delve into the often-overlooked topic of at-home pregnancy loss and the gap in education surrounding pregnancy loss care and postpartum support. Alice, an advocate for sharing women's stories, hopes to offer support and solidarity to other families facing similar experiences Pregnancy Loss and Postpartum Healing Online Exploration - RSVP or catch the recordings Lives: 18th Feb & 13th March 2024 www.Danielle-Catherine.com/events Moved by Alice's story, we were inspired to create a two-part offering aimed at supporting mothers experiencing pregnancy loss and postpartum difficulties. Part one focuses on providing language around pregnancy loss and child death, as well as psychological support during active pregnancy loss. In part two, we explore psychological support postpartum, emphasizing warmth, community, nutrition, and body care. Whether you're personally affected by these issues or seeking to better understand and support loved ones, this offers profound insights and compassion. Connect with Alice (Guest Speaker) https://www.instagram.com/alicelauragarner Connect with Danielle ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.instagram.com/omenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠⁠ Membership with live circles: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com/womens-circle⁠⁠⁠⁠ 'Reclaiming Circle' Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠⁠ Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠www.EvolvingHumans.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today I have two incredible guests joining me—Angelica, the original co-host, and Katerina, a dear friend I connected with deeply on our last trip to Peru. Our conversation today is inspired by my own experience of Waltaska, a powerful postpartum ceremony rooted in Andean traditions. This ceremony not only supports the healing of the mother but also welcomes home her soul. We delve into the history, preparation, and journey to explore its deeper meanings and discuss how we can adapt these practices to better serve the unique needs of mothers. Angelica Katerina Connect with Danielle ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/omenscircleonline⁠⁠⁠ Membership with live circles: ⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com/womens-circle⁠⁠⁠ 'Reclaiming Circle' Book : ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠ Sponsor: ⁠⁠www.EvolvingHumans.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Danielle warmly welcomes Nina as a guest host to hold space for her own birth story. Leaving her home in France after a surprising pregnancy with her partner of just six months, Danielle embarked on a transformative journey to Costa Rica for a home birth. Despite her initial reservations about home birth, Danielle, who was holistically trained, had an awakening after watching the documentary "The Business of Being Born" with Ricki Lake. This pivotal moment led her to delve into the world of home birth and undisturbed childbirth. As Danielle recounts her experience, she opens up about the challenges she faced during her 28-hour labor without the presence of a midwife or doula. Overwhelmed by fear, she ultimately sought medical support. She goes on to share the trauma she endured during the birth, including the intrusive hands of doctors, the loss of control and voice in the birthing room, and the heart-wrenching separation from her partner. In Danielle's postpartum journey, she shares of the loneliness she felt without a supportive tribe. The lack of connection during this vulnerable period prompted Danielle to create this podcast, as she realized the importance of sharing stories, creating awareness, and building a community for those navigating the complexities of childbirth and postpartum. Join Danielle and Nina in this emotionally charged episode as they explore the highs, lows, and transformative moments that shaped Danielle's journey from fear to empowerment. Connect with Danielle ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/omenscircleonline⁠⁠ Membership with live circles: ⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com/womens-circle⁠⁠ 'Reclaiming Circle' Book : ⁠⁠⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/shop⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠ Sponsor: ⁠www.EvolvingHumans.com⁠ ⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In today's episode, we delve into the wisdom shared by Dr Cynthia Ingar, the founder of Hampi Warmi, a Peruvian Anthropologist deeply dedicated to guiding women through the transformative stages of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.  Join us as we sit with Cynthia in her teepee (this was an in-person recording) to hear about her passion for reviving ancient teachings surrounding childbirth and postpartum care. Her extensive knowledge, drawn from her education, personal experiences, and spiritual insights, positions her as a guiding light for women seeking to reclaim these age-old practices. Rites of Passage in Motherhood Andean Birthkeeping Wisdom Decolonizing Midwifery Nourishing the Womb Conscious Conception Connect with Cynthia Instagram: www.instagram.com/hampiwarmi Next online course: 3 & 4 Feb "Conscious Conception" contact cynthiaingar@gmail.com Connect with Danielle ⁠www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood⁠ ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠⁠www.instagram.com/omenscircleonline⁠ Membership with live circles: ⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com/womens-circle⁠ 'Reclaiming Circle' Book : ⁠⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/shop⁠⁠ ⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com Sponsor: www.EvolvingHumans.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today's episode welcomes Julia. Julia left behind her corporate life in 2020, and with her husband made a bold decision to forge a new path. They set out to create an off-grid homestead, embracing a life deeply connected to nature in the heart of the wilderness. Imagine this: at 38 weeks pregnant, Julia went into labor while living in her off-grid RV. With her partner by her side, she embarked on a journey to bring their son, Bruce Lee, into the world. Cozy in the forested mountains of Montana, far from the conventional hospital setup, Julia embraced an undisturbed childbirth. Julia's story isn't just about birthing a child but birthing a new way of life, carving out a homestead in the wild, and living in harmony with the natural world. Connect with Julia: www.instagram.com/bigmountainhomestead www.bigmountainhomestead.com Connect with Danielle www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood ⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker www.instagram.com/omenscircleonline Membership with live circle: www.Danielle-Catherine.com/womens-circle 'Reclaiming Circle' Book : ⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/shop⁠ www.Danielle-Catherine.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In this episode, we hold the space to listen to Angelina, a conflict resolution mediator and a mentor skilled in trauma-informed integration. Her Palestinian lineage runs through her father's bloodline, who was forcefully displaced from Jerusalem during the tumultuous events of 1948, known as the Nakba. Angelina offers a unique insight into: Diverse Narratives and Holding Space: Embracing the complexities and nuances of the conflict, and the imperative of creating space for all voices. Humanizing Our Involvement: Striving to humanize our perceptions amidst historical events and our present involvement in the conflict. The Creation of Israel and the Nakba: The establishment of Israel after the Holocaust and the impact of the Nakba on Palestinian communities. Cultural and Religious Richness: Exploring the beauty of diverse cultures and religions that previously coexisted in this region. Understanding Genocide: Contemplating the definition and historical occurrences of genocide, and the profound implications in the context of this conflict. Personal Experience and Treatment: Angelina shares her encounters and experiences. War Theory and Proportionality: Reflecting on the ethical and moral dimensions of war and the principle of proportionality. Human Rights: Advocating for the universal rights of every individual amidst conflict and strife. Raising Consciousness and Living with Heart: Encouraging us to transcend conditioned beliefs and live from a place of compassion and empathy. Witnessing Suffering: Embracing the courage to witness suffering and moving beyond avoidance or violence. Discovering Our Voices and Confronting Fears: Exploring the power of our voices and confronting our fears in advocating for innocent lives. Actions in Challenging Times: Delving into actionable steps we can take in times of conflict and strife. This episode serves as a profound exploration into the human dimensions of conflict, urging us to broaden our perspectives, empathize deeply, and seek pathways toward peace. Connect with Angelina: https://www.instagram.com/angelina.dayfallah Follow Danielle (Host) ⁠www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood⁠ ⁠Membership ⁠ - Live gathering and extensive library --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Today we're joined by the remarkable Kate Pope, a leading expert in regenerative nutrition. Kate brings her wealth of knowledge and experience on: Gut health and microbiome Misconceptions surrounding detoxification The benefits of dairy and animal products Cravings and, much more Follow Kate (Guest) www.instagram.com/wildnutritionist www.regenerativecookingschool.com Follow Danielle (Host) www.instagram.com/depthsofmotherhood Reclaiming Circle Book - Out now on Amazon Membership - Live gathering and extensive library --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

In the FIRST ever in-person recording in Peru, we have my dear dear friend Katerina and Angelica on the show. In this episode, Katerina shares two stories of her homebirths in Peru, each carrying its own emotional, physical, and spiritual beauty. As well as being an incredible mother, partner, and friend, Katerina is passionate about supporting mothers in reclaiming the essence of birth. It was such a gift to witness Katerina as she shared her powerful birth stories, thank you for sitting with us. Guests Katerina's Instagram Angelica's Instagram Connect with Danielle (Host) Monthly Membership: ⁠⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/womens-circle⁠⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

We are honored to have Kristin Hauser on the show, a specialist in womb medicine, here to share her incredible knowledge on balancing hormones, optimizing fertility, and nourishing the whole woman with the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine. Hope you love this episode!!! Connect with Krista ⁠www.instagram.com/kristinhauser⁠ https://www.wombmedicine.com/ Connect with Danielle (Host) Monthly Membership: ⁠www.danielle-catherine.com/womens-circle⁠ www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker⁠ ⁠www.Danielle-Catherine.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message

Welcome dear friends, today, we have a truly inspiring guest with us, Krista Couch, known as the @Bingeeatingcoach on Instagram. Krista is here to share her expertise and tools that have made a significant difference in her own life and the people she supports, drawing from her own experiences and empathetic understanding. Krista is not only the @Bingeeatingcoach, but she is also the host of "The Binge Eating Coach Podcast." Today, we'll explore various topics related to binge eating, from the challenges of restriction and emotional triggers to the habitual aspects of this struggle. We'll discover the tools and strategies that can genuinely help those who are on this challenging journey toward feeling in control and, most importantly, healthy in mind and body. I'll also be opening up about my personal experiences with binge eating. Looking back, it's almost surreal to think how it consumed so much of my life. So, without further ado, let's begin. Connect with Krista Free PDF www.kristacouchcoaching.com www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach Connect with Danielle (Host) Membership www.danielle-catherine.com/womens-circle https://www.instagram.com/daniellecatherinebaker www.Danielle-Catherine.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/depths-of-motherhood/message