IN BLOOM: Conversations with Brigette Bloom

Born and raised in the mountains of New Mexico; Jessika is a mama of 3 beautiful children, a writer, creator of Feather Eagle Sky, a purely organic skincare line made from the bounty of our Mother Earth. Her work and background are rooted in ancestral wisdom; having studied skin, herbs, flower remedies, essential oils and plant medicine with a seasoned Shaman. Ceremony is her practice, and she lives and breathes through her connection to Source. From her wisdom to her offerings, Jessika is continuously sharing her gifts out to the world!In this episode, we dive into the current state of our world in these transformative times. Learning to reclaim our own power, our beauty & our wholeness; by living in respect and reciprocity with the earth. How to discern what is real, and live in a state of self responsibility. We are the women the earth needs now.Connect with her here~feathereaglesky.comInstagram @feathereaglesky & @reclaimpurenessKeep an eye out for her upcoming book “Nocturnal Outpost”

We're joined with Sophie Ward Koren for a truly special episode. Sophie is a former model, self-published author, initiated shamanic practitioner, Certified Health Coach (IINHC) and founder of Milk and Seed ~ a medicinal postpartum food delivery service in Southern California. We dive deep into motherhood, the postpartum period, healing and living in alignment with your soul's calling. She shares how she was led to create her postpartum food delivery service through a series of 'universal nudges'. How each experience and skill she discovered during this time was intricately woven together to create Milk & Seed. Sophie speaks to the importance of mothering the new mother, and how this time of rest and recovery will ultimately affect her life for years to come. She helps us understand how impactful the postpartum period is and the profound transformation it has when women are truly seen, honored and cared for. Signup for January's apprenticeship here ~ Early bird pricing ends December 31st!Learn more at milkandseed.comFind Sophie's personal website at theloveriver.com Her books can be purchased through the site as well as AmazonInstagram @theloveriver & @milkandseedAlso shared in the interview:Vanessa Kimball’s Friday Night Sourdough recipe here :)Zero waste resources:www.wellearthgoods.comwww.lifewithoutplastic.comwww.trashisfortossers.com

This week we’re speaking with one of my dear friends, Kelsey Moore. Artist, musician, earth steward, writer and San Diego native. In this episode we focus on her most recent solo travels abroad. What started out as a mostly unplanned, open-ended journey turned into a 7 month unfolding of intuitive traveling. Kelsey walks us through her journey; how she was led by spontaneity and trust, moment by moment. She shares honestly about the highs, lows and process into her own self discovery.In the second part of the episode we discuss her involvement with Spirit Weavers. An annual women’s gathering that takes place in Cave Junction, Oregon. Kelsey gives us a deeper look into the intention and heart of the gathering. She shares how real change is coming fourth from this container that’s been created for women; to gather, heal and experience profound transformation that continues to ripple outward. Find her travel playlist hereView Kelsey’s work at https://kelseymoore.me/Find her on instagram @bellatrixy & Spirit Weavers instagram here To learn more about Spirit Weavers, visit their website. Signup for their mailing list to stay updated when the 2020 announcements are sent out. 8th annual gathering begins June 4, 2020. https://spiritweaversgathering.com/#

In today’s episode, we are joined by Daron Hope, founder of Earth Tonics - a botanical skincare line based in Ojai, California. Daron shares how her connection with the natural world and plant energy transformed the course of her life..leading her to create Earth Tonics.We dive deeper into self care; what that really means and the many forms it takes. Daron has created a company rooted in a holistic, healing approach to skincare. Using the skin as a guide; Daron shares her discoveries of how we can tune into the messages it brings, and honor ourselves with true reverence. She is forging a new pathway into the field of beauty and health by creating rituals for self care, grounded in an attitude of kindness toward the self and the planet. To experience the magic for yourself, find her entire line at earthtonicsskincare.com Be sure to signup for her newsletter to receive special discounts and offerings. You can also find her on instagram @earthtonicsLook out for her seasonal limited edition releases coming this January 2020!

In this episode, Brigette unpacks her own birth story and initiation into motherhood. While in the midst of her own postpartum period, she came across some experiences and practices in our culture she found deeply unsettling. This episode is a raw look into her experience and questioning around cultural conditioning within the birth sphere, postpartum and beyond.

Little guy is growing up and totally diaper free! In this episode, Brigette shares her experience of potty training her 1 year old in 3 days. Thankful that she trusted her instincts instead of listening to the standard recommendation "wait until he's 3" to potty train. Brigette explains their simple, straightforward method and how "normal" it was to make the transition. If you're a new parent or currently in the trenches of potty training yourself.. this episode is for YOU! :)

In today’s show, Anisa Woodall joins us for a very special episode. Anisa is a holistic certified nutritionist where she practices from an integrative and functional medicine perspective. We discuss her health journey from being a 7 year vegetarian, to a spiritually conscious omnivore. She sheds light on what it means to live more mindfully and with intention. Sharing her experience with taking phone breaks, what ‘real food’ actually means, and gives valuable insight on how to optimize and prepare for the postpartum period.Anisa is a well of inspiration, and her example has been one I’ve personally benefitted from in so many ways. She is truly someone who walks the talk. You can connect with Anisa on her website at anisawoodall.com as well as instagram.com/anisawoodallnutritionBe sure to signup for her weekly newsletter to get incredible recipes, unique tips and inspiration for body, mind & spirit. For all our listeners, use the code “BLOOM” to receive a special discount off her new Natural Mamas Guide to Baby Registries ebook coming soon!

In this first episode, Brigette shares an intimate and personal glimpse into the birth of her first child. She describes the spectrum of emotions as she moves through her pregnancy, into a natural birth. With the intent to share her story as open and honestly as possible, in the hopes of empowering other women. Birth can be sacred, empowering, and all that you want it to be.