Natural Misconceptions

Just a welcome back episode with a quick update on what to expect from the pod with some bonus musings on the nature of husbands in the context of martial union.

Today, Mary Bruno, co-founder of FABMBASE and the heart behind @whitelotusblooming shares her story as someone who walked through endometriosis, life altering surgeries, adoption, and embracing the fullness of motherhood. She says, "If we define our whole lives based on our service to our biological children, what happens when those children grow up and leave the home... I imagine that woman would become pretty empty and not realize that she's still called to be fruitful even when her children are grown and gone." Find her on Instagram @whitelotusblooming, her blog, and keep your eyes peeled for her upcoming book. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode was as challenging to record as it was to schedule because my guest, Sean is 16 hours in the future. Join me in learning more about what it's like not only using, but instructing the Marquette Method as a male nurse in a land where MM is basically unheard of. Sean is also the first man on the show apart from my husband. It was an educational and enjoyable chat that I'm excited to share. PS. He's looking for clients if you're in need. You can find him in the big "NFP Catholic Style!" Facebook page, or on Instagram @beechah1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is especially poignant for women who have had labors not go as planned, who have converted to Catholicism (despite or) because of Catholic Church's teaching on sexuality. Sara Graf's wisdom and straight-shooting is a breath of fresh air and full of golden nuggets. Follow her on Instagram for more of the same: @saragrafcoaching.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! The past few weeks have been a season for our home, from playing hot potato with random illnesses, to several rounds of antibiotics for most of us, to the regular craziness of a new school year. This week, I'm just here to catch you up on what's been going on behind the scenes along with what's up and coming! Despite the hectic past few weeks, we have some super exciting interviews coming! So sit back and enjoy this shorter reunion. Find me on Instagram! I hear I'm hilarious AND humble. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today's episode features my mama pal, Taylor who's been across the spectrum when it comes to NFP, from lack of info, distrust, and changing methods. It also features unfortunate technical difficulties, but y'all can look past that right

Hello hello! This week is a slight change of pace as we transition from summer mode to school mode. I sat down with my darling producer, my husband, Xavier Mora. We just sat down, started chatting, and let the Holy Spirit take us where He wanted us to go. So enjoy this interlude and we'll be back to your regularly scheduled programing next week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! This week we're joined by my very dear friend, Caitrin Bennett. Caitrin is a wife, mother, and the wonderful lady behind Holier Matrimony. A ministry dedicated to helping all couples bring their marriages closer to God, through the witness of the saints, married or otherwise. Caitrin shares what she has gleaned from her research for her book, and gives us a glimpse into how her marriage utilizes NFP. For more of Caitrin, check out her website or find her on Instagram Thank you again to Anchor for sponsoring this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! I'm so excited to have the Wise Courtney Warday RD of Abide with Me Nutrition. Today she shares her NFP journey (including secondary infertility, PCOS and endometriosis) as well as excellent information on nutrition for ladies who want to get balanced hormones and conceive. Courtney's Website Courtney's Instagram Stephanie's clean beauty products --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! I'm very excited to sit down this week and have a beautiful chat with my friend and mentor, Mary Lenaburg. Mary is a speaker/author/life coach/all the hats. She has had the pleasure of mentoring hundreds of married couples on what it means to have a God-centered marriage. Mary shares her heart as she reflects on what happens when we try to kick God out of the bedroom and the spiritual healing that NFP, when properly practiced, can bring a couple. Whether you're single, newly wed, or fighting the good fight within your marriage, you will glean so much wisdom from our conversation. So please sit back with your favorite mug of whatever, and listen closely to what the Spirit has for you through this beautiful soul. If you can't get enough of Mary, find more of her at her website or Instagram, along with her books which I can't recommend highly enough! Mary's website Mary's Instagram Mary's Books: Be Bold in the Broken Be Brave in the Scared --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! Another week, another chat! This time my friend Meghan Purple joins us to share her story about how her life has been touched by NFP and NaProTECH. From siblings to her own children, Meghan has experienced the joys of life and the frustrations of infertility. All while living out the cross given to her and trusting in God's perfect love and timing. Grab your favorite mug and get yourself cozy for another conversation marveling at the beauty of God's design of women. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! This week, we're sitting down with my good friend, Megan Anthony of Megan's adventures, as she walks us through her experience of NFP. Megan not only shares her experience with the day to day of NFP in her marriage but also lends her expertise as a nurse practitioner, who dove into NFP and found the world of Natural Procreative Technology (NaProTECH). Pour yourself a cup of whatever and listen closely as Megan shares her fiercely passionate heart with all of us on the struggles of secondary infertility and the beauty of a cross carried with faith. More info on NaProTECH More info on My Catholic Doctor Megan's Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello Hello! This week finds us up late as two goofs who decided to marry each other really just gab. My guest this week is my darling husband, Xavier. We dive into what NFP can look like in a marriage while following tangents left and right. Pull up a chair and hot caffeinated beverage, it's going to be a good one. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello hello! This week, we are joined by one of my very best friends, Alexis Young. Alexis reflects with us about what it's like to prepare for a multi-year mission outside of the country, the beauty that is children, and how tampons should really come with better instructions. Pour yourself a cup of whatever, sit back, and listen to this one of a kind chat.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello friends! This week, we sit down with my long time buddio, Maggie Gomez, and the occasional squeal of an 8 month old. We sit and chat about all things NFP from mucus to sex ed. It's like getting together with a friend over a cup of coffee, except there's a giant microphone between you two. Sit back and try to count the giggles! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week finds us diving right in to what the heck is happening each month (give or take) in our beautiful feminine bodies. We talk mucus. We talk cycles. I use the word, Luteal! A word my computer refused to believe was real as I typed this description. In other words, you're in for a grand time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The beauty of womanhood is something to behold! This episode finds us waxing prose about the wonders of motherhood and acknowledging God's invitation to be co-creators with Him. Links: Taking Charge of Your Fertility Church Teaching on Contraception- CCC 2363 CCC 2370 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello, come here often? The not so concise introduction to me, Stephanie, your guide through the wonderful, confusing, and sometimes gross world of Natural Family Planning. Where there's no such thing as, TMI. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Here is just a clip what you can expect when you join me, on this journey to discover the reality of natural family planning and what that reality can show us about our bodies, our purpose, and our souls. My name is Stephanie Mora, and this is Natural Misconceptions. Coming June 2nd to wherever you listen to Podcasts!