Pure Nurture Pregnancy and Birth | A Holistic Approach

Dr. McCullough is the creator of the online program "GO WILD: How I Reverse Chronic & Autoimmune Disease," which teaches people how to reverse chronic and autoimmune diseases in a step-by-step manner. Dr. McCullough is an expert in Nutrition, Disease Reversal, Functional Medicine, Exercise Physiology, and Energy Medicine, as well as a certified Natural Healer™, Master Herbalist, and Gluten Free Society Practitioner. She is the author of two books: HANDS OFF MY FOOD and BEYOND LABELS, which was co-authored with Joel Salatin from Polyface Farm. Dr. McCullough is also the co-host and co-producer of the Beyond Labels Podcast, alongside Joel Salatin. In this conversation, you will hear about: Dr. McCullough's health crisis Hands Off My Food book by Dr. Sina McCullough Beyond Labels book by Dr. Sina McCullough & Joel Salatin Intuitive Cooking video series A message from God to help reverse autoimmune disease Dr. McCullough's #1 tip to reverse autoimmunity How to enhance the human biofield Teaching children the power of their words & emotions Play improves perception & joy You can heal your microbiome right away with this one thing Connect with Dr. Sina McCullough: Website: drsinamccullough.com Healing Course: GO WILD: How I Reverse Chronic Autoimmune Diseases Podcast: Beyond Labels

Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. She is the author of three bestselling books The Fifth Vital Sign, the Fertility Awareness Mastery Charting Workbook, and her most recent book Real Food For Fertility, which she co-authored with Lily Nichols RDN. Lisa works tirelessly to debunk the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Drawing heavily from the current scientific literature, Lisa presents an evidence-based approach to help women connect to their fifth vital sign by uncovering the connection between the menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall health. With well over 4 million downloads, her podcast, Fertility Friday, is the #1 source for information about fertility awareness and menstrual cycle health. In this conversation, you will hear about: Real Food For Fertility book: realfoodforfertility.com "Unexplained infertility" Fertility awareness to optimize your chances to conceive Menstrual cycle = your 5th vital sign Sperm quality guidelines How to improve egg quality Omnivore vs. vegan or vegetarian diet for fertility The Fifth Vital Sign book: thefifthvitalsignbook.com Connect with Lisa: Instagram: @FertilityFriday Podcast: Fertility Friday Facebook: @FertilityFridays LinkedIn: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Website: fertilityfriday.com

Brett Larkin is the founder of Uplifted Yoga® and the author of Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. Her Online Yoga Teacher Training have set the standard for quality online certification since 2015 and matriculated thousands of yoga teachers. Brett's award-winning YouTube channel with over half a million subscribers and Uplifted Yoga Podcast empowers you to actively design your life using yoga's ancient wisdom. Yoga enthusiasts love her courses on Kundalini Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, and the Uplifted Yoga® Academy. Learn more at BrettLarkin.com. In this episode, you will hear about: Brett's rock bottom story Fitting yoga into your busy life Custom yoga practice for each trimester Find your soulmate postures Pregnant & Powerful Yoga Series Why do we get disconnected from our self-care rituals & how to get back to it Yoga Nidra for new Moms Yoga Habits (make it a game - how many times can I fit yoga into my life?) Prenatal Yoga Hub (it's free) Manage stress with breathwork Yoga Life book by Brett Larkin Connect with Brett: Website: brettlarkin.com Instagram: @larkinyogatv Twitter: @larkinyogatv YouTube: @brettlarkinyoga

Bianca Sprague is a passionate educator and advocate in the doula community, focusing her expertise on supporting women and queer individuals in the fields of fertility, birth, and postpartum care. As a self-identified 'super lesbian' and a dedicated mother, Bianca brings a unique perspective to her work, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional doula responsibilities with personal life, especially for mothers. She is deeply committed to addressing issues like queer care, combating fatphobia in medicine, and exploring women's rage and its implications. In this episode, you will hear about: Bianca's birth in an unsafe home Undiagnosed postpartum depression How doula care makes you a better parent Stop giving a hoot in your parenting Releasing anxiety vs. controlling life The role of a doula in your birth experience You want to feel strong and empowered with your birth team To be a doula or not? Take the quiz! How to Become a Doula? Free workshop! Learn about doula training at bebomia.com/Pure and save 15% off. Use discount code: PURE15  Connect with Bianca: Website: bebomia.com Facebook: @bebomiainc YouTube: @bebomia Twitter/X: @bebomiainc Instagram: @bebomiainc Pinterest: @bebomia TikTok: @bebomiainc

Susan Bratton, "Intimacy Expert to Millions " is a champion and advocate for all those who desire intimacy and passion their whole life long. She's created hundreds of techniques that transform “having sex” into making love and is the world's most well-respected sexual biohacker. Susan is co-founder and CEO of two companies: Personal Life Media, Inc., a publisher of the Better Lover  brand of heart-connected lovemaking techniques and bedroom communication skills and sexual regenerative therapies. And The20, LLC., a manufacturer of organic and botanical supplements that enhance sexual vitality. FLOW is a Nitric Oxide booster for better blood flow. The DESIRE multivitamin multi-mineral supplements have high quality methylated B vitamins and libido botanicals built in. In this episode, you will hear about: Fear and shame around talking about sex Libido, desire ladder, and arousal Vulva, labia, clitoris, vagina Pornography Sex after birth Yoni massage Penis Ask your partner for what you need Yoni massage videos Vaginal orgasms become easier with yoni massage G-spot orgasms & female ejaculation Awakening Arousal Oil Intimacy Melts Pleasure Protocol Thank you to our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off! Connect with Susan: Website: betterlover.com Instagram: @susanbratton Website: susanbratton.com Website: gainswave.com Website: femiwave.com

Katherine, actress turned accountant, has capitalized on her artistic background to create Money Storytelling - a mindset and accounting tool that helps business owners find creative fulfillment and sustainable wealth. She firmly believes that every creative idea has the ability to change the world if given the right financial support and opportunity. She leads a virtual accounting firm at The Bookkeeping Artist (BKA) and her expertise has been featured by VICE Media, Discover Card, The Penny Hoarder, and the Stacking Benjamins Podcast. She loves yoga, walking dogs, and throwing rad birthday parties. In this episode, you will hear about: Katherine's journey from actress to accountant Money Storytelling Method How can I afford it? Making wise buying decisions Baby savings fund Sinking fund Tackling Money Issues as a Team: A Mini-Course for Couples Connect with Katherine: Website: katherinepomerantz.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katherinepomerantz

Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women's health & fertility detective, celebrity acupuncturist & coach, and the best-selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy (2009), Yes, You Can Get Pregnant (2014), Body Belief (2018), and The Egg Quality Diet: A clinically proven 100-day fertility diet to balance hormones, reduce inflammation, improve egg quality & optimize your ability to get & stay pregnant (June 2021). As a fertility detective with two decades of experience, Aimee works virtually with clients all over the world. As well, she is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York and Connecticut for the past two decades, seeing thousands of clients in the clinic. Aimee holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (2004) and a Bachelor's degree in biology from Rutgers University (1998) plus Masters level education in neuroscience, biochemistry and both western & eastern nutritional science. Aimee has completed graduate level work in Chinese medicine and herbology with Sharon Weizenbaum as a repeat student of her Graduate Mentorship Program. As well, she has been a speaker at Pacific Symposium on the topic of women's health & fertility multiple times. She is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Beauty line of hand-crafted, organic skincare products that are optimized for hormone harmony. Over the years Aimee has grown and mentored her team of fertility coaches and acupuncturists to serve more women on their path to motherhood. She has appeared on The View, and has been featured in Glamour, Allure, Well + Good, Mind Body Green, GOOP, Shape, and many podcasts including Wellness Mama, The Melissa Ambrosini Show, The Dr. Axe Show, and Tune into Wellness with Dr. Frank Lipman. Aimee has received endorsements from Deepak Chopra, Hannah Bronfman, Arianna Huffington, and Gabrielle Bernstein for her work in helping thousands of women to improve their fertility, celebrate their beauty, and reconnect to the presence of their optimal health. Aimee is also on the Scientific Advisory Board for THE WELL in NYC, and is a frequent speaker at women's health & wellness conferences across the nation. She engages her large community worldwide through her social media presence, online programs, and her website, www.aimeeraupp.com In this episode, you will hear about: Aimee's path to becoming a fertility detective Acupuncture for fertility Why soulful nourishment matters for optimal health & fertility Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom book by Dr. Christiane Northrup Why menstruation is a luxury Trusting the timing in your life Body Belief book by Aimee Raupp Speak kindly to your body Emotional inflammation The Egg Quality Diet book by Aimee Raupp Yes, You Can Get Pregnant book by Aimee Raupp Chill Out & Get Healthy book by Aimee Raupp >> Shop this episode!

Founder of Luminous Birth, Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health Educator, Holistic Fertility Practitioner, Birth Memory & Re-Imprinting Facilitator, Reiki Master for Fertility, Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum, Traditional Birth Witness, Pre-Conception Guide, Ceremonialist, Contemporary Vegetalista, Speaker. In this episode, you will hear about: Victoria's near-death experience & her passion for birth Enhancing fertility on all levels Memories are stored in our bodies Family constellation therapy Healing children with traumatic birth experiences Remembering our own birth stories illuminates fertility Association of Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health (APPA) Sacred Birthing: Birthing a New Humanity by Sunni Karl More books Victoria recommends on the bottom of her Resources page It's Never Too Late by Mia Kalef The Secret Life of Babies by Mia Kalef Free online gathering every Sunday with Victoria Rose Shop items mentioned in this episode Connect with Victoria: Website: luminousbirth.earth Instagram: @luminousbirth Facebook: @birthingluminousbeings Signature offerings: - Transcribing Living Memory - Transform Into Birth - Luminescence Fertility and Pre-Procreation Program Luminescence is delivered online and taught LIVE by pioneers in various fields, including pre- and perinatal psychology, epigenetics, homeopathy, the ancient mysteries of fertility, love and relationships, functional and naturopathic medicine, autobiographical consciousness, medical herbalism, sacred birth, and more. Many of our esteemed facilitators carry over half a century of experience and tens of thousands of hours in their respective fields. They've dedicated their entire lives to welcoming consciousness and supporting parents from preconception onwards. They're true luminaries who have pioneered and continue to pioneer, a new frontier of human and societal health.    This program focuses on optimizing trimester zero, recognizing its profound impact on all subsequent trimesters (1,2,3 and 4).    What makes Luminescence unlike any other pre- conception program that exists are the 4 foundational dimensions of awareness that Luminescence profoundly embodies:     1) We include the consciousness of the incoming soul(s) as participants in the unfolding journey and the #1 experts in conception, pregnancy, and birth.    2) We acknowledge and honor how the quality of the parental relationship is the bedrock and the ultimate sanctuary from where family life gets born and thrives (or not) lifelong.   3) We guide our participants towards healing their own birth, pre-birth, conception, and pre-conception imprints in preparation to conceive and give birth to re-script a new story for their future lineages.   4) We dedicate a whole section to the men's role in birth and family creation.   Luminescence is designed to support those consciously choosing the path of parenthood, now or in the future, to create a pristine home in their bodies, relationships, and lives, as well as those struggling to conceive or facing fertility challenges. It's likewise, for therapists, holistic practitioners, and health providers. 

Stephanie Rosenfield is a former speech pathologist turned life coach for overwhelmed moms who helps her clients navigate the internal and external chaos that often creeps up during motherhood without losing their -ish. Using first-hand experience, training as a certified life coach, and an honest, judgment-free approach, Stephanie helps moms shift their habits and mindset to become the calm AF mom they've always hoped they could be. In this episode, you'll hear about: How Stephanie became a Mom Coach Staying in control during stressful moments 3 buckets of emotional management Outsourcing our decisions 4 nervous system regulation tools Connect with Stephanie: Website: stephaniercoaching.com/consult Podcast: The 5-Minute Shift for Moms Instagram: @stephanie.rosenfield

Sober mom advocate Celeste Yvonne is a writer and certified recovery coach (IAPRC) with over 20 years of experience as a communications professional in corporate America. Her essays on parenting, the mental load of motherhood, mommy wine culture, and sobriety resonates with mothers everywhere and has been featured in the Washington Post, Good Morning America, Today Show, and Refinery 29, among others. Over five years sober and a founding host of the Sober Mom Squad, Celeste advocates for mothers who struggle with addiction and mental health. In this episode, you will hear about: Celeste's relationship to alcohol Justifying Mommy wine culture How Celeste quit drinking in secret Internal dialogue before social events, "do I drink? Do I not drink?" Resources for information and community Sober Mom Squad Top 25 Sober Communities other than AA Quite Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker This Naked Mind by Annie Grace We Are the Luckiest by Laura McKowen Sober Powered Podcast with Gillian Tietz (15-20-min episodes) Better coping methods for new Moms It's Not About the Wine by Celeste Yvonne Connect with Celeste: Website: celesteyvonne.com Instagram: @theultimatemomchallenge Sober support on Substack: celesteyvonne.substack.com Shop this episode here

Do you need a pediatrician? Dr. Lenz can care for your newborn through college to help navigate the challenges and joys of raising children. Are you an adult in need of a doctor? Dr. Lenz also can care for you and your children, often in back-to-back visits, allowing significant time-saving. Do you or your child need help with fibromyalgia or other invisible illnesses like migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, and other conditions often coexisting, like ADHD and Restless Leg Syndrome? He is an author, podcast host, producer, and blogger for Conquering Your Fibromyalgia. Are you interested in a holistic doctor using an evidence-based lifestyle medicine approach to preventing and treating chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure? Are you struggling to lose and maintain weight? Do you want the expertise of a lipid specialist who has training in the understanding of complex cholesterol problems leading to heart disease and the expertise in the use of advanced diagnostic tools to detect this silent killer and then offer comprehensive treatment options with the goal of preventing heart attacks, strokes, and bypass surgery? Michael helps care for those living with these diseases along with caring for common conditions affecting children and adults. Dr. Lenz is an internist, pediatrician, lifestyle medicine physician, and clinical lipidologist. In this episode, you will hear about: Dr. Michael Lenz's work in medical management & lifestyle medicine Conquering Your Fibromyalgia book by Dr. Lenz Why fibromyalgia is misunderstood Widespread Pain Index (WPI) Symptoms Severity Scale What causes fibromyalgia? First signs of fibromyalgia in infants Narrative medicine Testing (Revised Fibromyalgia Score) Top lifestyle medicine solutions Connect with Dr. Lenz: Website: conqueringyourfibromyalgia.com Podcast: Conquering Your Fibromyalgia Book: Conquering Your Fibromyalgia by Dr. Lenz Email: doctormichaellenz@gmail.com - Ask Dr. Lenz a question and it just may be answered on his podcast!

Dr. Andrea Niles is a clinical psychologist and founder of Prospera Mental Health and Wellness. She has studied anxiety and depression treatments and maternal mental health for 17 years and is passionate about making high-quality mental health care widely accessible and affordable to everyone. Prospera is a mental health platform designed specifically for moms. Prospera provides weekly 1-on-1 sessions with perinatal certified mental health coaches and a library of digital tools specifically designed to support moms' mental health. In this episode, you will hear about: Timeframe for postpartum depression & anxiety Managing postpartum depression & anxiety The gift of hiring a postpartum doula Cognitive behavioral therapy Setting up a support team Asking for help without guilt 2 ways to prevent postpartum depression & anxiety Rage & birth trauma Connect with Dr. Andrea: Website: prosperamhw.com Instagram: @drandreaniles & @prosperamhw

Emily Greene, known professionally as Emily the Medium, is a highly acclaimed psychic medium, who specializes in supporting families to connect to the energies of their children, or their ‘spirit babies', at all phases of their journey: whether they're struggling with fertility challenges, in the preconception phase, or while they're pregnant. In addition, Emily also supports families in raising their sensitive children and helping them to acclimate to Earth, as well as helping individuals understand and master their innate intuitive abilities. In this episode, you will hear about: How Emily was drawn to mediumship When a soul comes into the body Are past lives real? At what age kids can recall their own past lives How to consciously connect with your spirit baby Fertility challenges Emily's book: A Cosmic Bond Connect with Emily: Website: emilythemedium.com + emilytheauthor.com Instagram: @emilythemedium Meditations: Spirit Baby Meditation & Pre-Incarnation Planning

Rachel Yellin has been an alternative therapist, coach, and birth expert for over 20 years. She has two companies... YestoBirth.com and TheFeelGoodLifeNow.com. She's helped thousands of people have confident, prepared, and relaxed birth experiences in addition to taking people through a process to rewire their nervous system, heal trauma, and retrain their pleasure centers. She's funny, down-to-earth, fiercely compassionate, and super grounded with an appropriate sprinkle of woo-woo. In this episode, you will hear about: Yes to Birth! program Showing up confident to birth How to regulate the nervous system Embodiment practices Relaxing into the surges Preparing for birth Free Audio: Relaxing into Pregnancy Audio & 10 Techniques for More Wow & Less Ow Rewiring the pleasure circuits & healing trauma with thefeelgoodlifenow.com Connect with Rachel: Website: yestobirth.com Free Audio: Relaxing into Pregnancy Audio & 10 Techniques for More Wow & Less Ow Coupon: Save 15% on the birth class package or relaxation audio program - use discount code: PURE More resources: thefeelgoodlifenow.com

Jodie Meschuk is a warrior, author, activist, coach, and companion. She partners with parents to demand more, be it from their doctor, the school district, or local government. Autism-turnaround expert, Master Herbalist, Aromatherapist and Quantum Medicine specialist, Jodie leads her membership group of Warriors to advocate for children and link arms to effect change. She has published two books and a new one on the way to help you reclaim your motherhood. She has created a line of provocative merchandise, and will never wear a mask. You can find her on a mountain hike, teaching an online class on alternative medicine, baking with her kids, or traveling to speaking engagements. She is a freedom-fighter and a change-maker, and has an army of parents right behind her. In this episode, you will hear about: Why Jodie helps women reclaim motherhood Reclaim Motherhood book by Jodie Autism Reimagined book by Jodie Infertility epidemic Joe Dispenza's retreats for rapid healing Tips for pre-conception Where did you lose your voice and how do you reclaim it? How to stop being controlled Connect with Jodie: Website: tribe.thewarriorcenter.com Instagram: @thewarriorcenter Facebook: @jodiemeschuk Membership: The Warrior Center Thank you to our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off!

Sara Chana is a Master herbalist and classical homeopath. She does TV shows across the US teaching people how to safely integrate botanical medicine into their lives. Her book MOODTOPIA has been #1 on Amazon. She also guest lectures at medical schools and is a mom of 5 boys and 2 girls! In this episode, you will hear about: Who is Sara, mother of 7? The easiest and least expensive herb for birth Her book, MOODTOPIA about using herbs for emotional health Tea infuser bottle Great herbs for postpartum depression & nervousness Why homeopathy is misunderstood Future of medicine Helpful herbs for breastfeeding The science of faking a smile & laughter The edible herb Free handouts from Sara Herb brand's Sara recommends: Herb Pharm Herbalist & Alchemist Birch Boys Wish Garden Herbs for tinctures Frontier Herbs for bulk herbs Mountain Rose Herbs for herbs, teas, & more Amazon store for this episode Thank you to Toups & Co, our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love. Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off! Connect with Sara Chana: Website: sarachana.com Instagram: @sarachanas Facebook: @moodtopiaacademy Herbal products discount codes: 20% off on Birch Boys Medicinal Mushrooms. Use code: SARA20 10% off (minimum of $65) on essential oils at Aytz Chayim with code: Scs10 15% off at Herbalist and Alchemist when you use this code: sarachanawelcome15 20% off at Oshala Farm with code: Mood20 Discounted Moodtopia Academy Membership: $10 off the first month

Sandy is a holistic occupational therapist and intuitive energy healer with over 26 years of experience. As a pediatric OT, she specializes in sensory processing and creating sensory smart environments in the home and in the classroom. After noticing for many years that there was something missing in the OT work she was doing, she organically began incorporating different forms of energy work into her practice. Several years ago, she took her lifelong study in the spiritual and energetic to a new level to become a Reiki Master and Advanced Crystal Master. This felt like coming home, and only deepened her commitment to bringing these perspectives and tools into her everyday practice both personally and professionally. She has since expanded her practice to now working with women who are seeking transformational shifts for themselves. In this episode, you will hear about: Sandy's role as a holistic occupational therapist and intuitive energy healer Hearthmath Institute The Celestine Prophecy book Our electromagnetic field Setting boundaries Protecting Mom's energy & the family's too How a teacher's energy can command the whole classroom Sensory processing A New Earth book Self-regulation practices that work How the energy of a mother impacts the baby More self-regulation tools Amazon store Connect with Sandy: Email: sandra@sandrabigelow.com Thank you to our sponsor!  Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off! Full disclosure: I may earn a small commission from items recommended in my Amazon store. It costs you nothing extra!

Arielle is a doctor of physical therapy, yoga teacher, and certified pre and postnatal coach turned postpartum wellness coach after having her 2 children. Arielle supports new moms through their postpartum journey so they can have more energy, and feel strong and confident. In this episode, you will hear about: Arielle's path to wellness How unhealthy bounce-back culture IS Arielle's biggest postpartum challenges Pelvic floor therapy Am I doing enough? Planning postpartum support (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) Five-Minute Journal Breathwork Connect with Arielle: Website: findyourwaymama.com Instagram: @ariellemartone Free Course: Exhausted to Energized without Sleep Training Free eGuide: Take Care Down There: Pelvic Recovery 101 Full disclosure: I may earn a small commission from items recommended in my Amazon store. It costs you nothing extra!

In this episode, you will hear about: Dr. Warsh's passion for natural medicine Dr. Gator's Courses Integrative vs. conventional pediatrician Optimizing the pre-conception phase Top 3 habits for improving your health EWG Cord Blood Study EWG Skin Deep Databse WIFI Router Cover The rise of children's auto-immune diseases Book: Holistic Pediatrics Book: Cribsheet Connect with Dr. Warsh: Website: raisingamazingplus.com Instagram: @drjoelgator Full disclosure: I may earn a small commission from items recommended in my Amazon store. It costs you nothing extra!

Tiffany is a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and Yoga Teacher. She is an experienced executive leader and transformational coach who has a passion for helping others thrive by guiding them to shift their mindset, take action toward goals, and embrace self-care. An explorer at heart, with a never-ending curiosity for learning new things, she is constantly expanding her education and has received additional training in Nutrigenomics (DNA Testing), Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), Bioenergetics, Hypnotherapy (Board Certified), Quantum Biology and Biophysics.   In this episode, you will learn about: How yoga slowed down Tiffany's go, go, go lifestyle Healing autoimmune disease naturally Best practices for more energy LMNT electrolytes Earth Runner Sandals for grounding Structured Water with Veda Austin water STOP these detrimental habits Shortcuts to manage blue light What's up with technology and baby's developing brains Gelatin for Gummies Connect with Tiffany: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Are you ready to manage your stress, reduce pain and increase your success inside? Book a free Beat Pain & Be At Your Best call with Tiffany. For working moms - 5 must-dos for busy professionals who want to bring their A-game every day and stop feeling run-down. Download "From Fatigued to Fired Up!" and take the next steps towards living a healthier life.

Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up chapter 4 entitled, Yoga and Movement from my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's only 31 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because the development of our babies is closely related to how we take care of ourselves. I hope it inspires you to find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book or guest I've had on the podcast so you can dive deeper on whatever intrigues you. As always, take in what feels right for you and forget the rest! In this episode, you will hear about: Benefits of prenatal yoga Slowing down Breathwork Breath Awareness for Pranayama 3-Part Breath Alternate Nostril Breathing Yoga poses Mountain Pose (see page 44 of my book) Cat Cow Toddler's Pose Hip Circles Warrior 2 Tree Pose Shavasana Resources for Prenatal Yoga at the end of my book Pure Nurture: A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby book by me Thank you to our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off! I'm curious. What motherhood books do you recommend? DM me on Instagram — I'd LOVE to hear from you! Next week, a brand *NEW* season of The Pure Nurture Podcast goes LIVE — and — it's a whole new vibe! Bye for now.

Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up chapter 3 entitled, Mindfulness and Meditation from my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's only 25 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because the development of our babies is closely related to how we take care of ourselves. I hope it inspires you to find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book or guest I've had on the podcast so you can dive deeper on whatever intrigues you. As always, take in what feels right for you and forget the rest! In this episode, you will hear about: Mindful eating When You Eat at the Refrigerator, Pull Up a Chair: 50 Ways to Feel Thin, Gorgeous, and Happy (When You Feel Anything But) book by Geneen Roth The Chocolate Meditation inspired by Psychology Today Primary food Wheel of Life Activity Attitude of gratitude Positive affirmations for you & your baby Louise Hay's affirmations Guided meditation with Kristy Meditation resources (see page 94 of my book) Birth Without Fear: The Judgment-Free Guide to Taking Charge of Your Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum book by January Harshe Episode 032: Birth Without Fear with January Harshe Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby book by Kristy Rodriguez I'm curious. What motherhood books do you recommend? DM me on Instagram — I'd LOVE to hear from you! Next week, we'll dive into chapter 4 of my book - Yoga and Movement. Bye for now.

Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up chapter 2 entitled, Nutrition and Nourishment from my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's only 18 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because the development of our babies is closely related to how we take care of ourselves. I hope it inspires you to find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book or guest I've had on the podcast so you can dive deeper into whatever intrigues you. As always, take in what feels right for you and forget the rest! In this episode, you will hear: Primary foods Nutrient density EWG's Dirty Dozen List of Foods that are Best to Buy Organic EWG's Clean 15 List of Foods that are Okay to Buy Conventional Kristy's journey with low-fat foods to binge eating sweets Kristy's struggle with nausea during both pregnancies A list of foods that are easy to keep down (see pages 12 + 13 of my book) Snacks & healthy recipes by Elise Museeles from my book Kale & Chocolate Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science & Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition book by Lily Nichols Episode 049: Real Food for Pregnancy with Lily Nichols Thank you to our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10%! I'm curious. What motherhood books do you recommend? DM me on Instagram — I'd LOVE to hear from you! Next week, we'll dive into chapter 3 of my book - Mindfulness and Meditation. Bye for now.

Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up chapter 1 entitled, Why Self-Care is Important from my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's only 13 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because the development of our babies is closely related to how we take care of ourselves. I hope you find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book or guest I've had on the podcast so you can dive deeper on whatever intrigues you. As always, take in what feels right for you and forget the rest! In this episode, you will hear: Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives: A Holistic Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth book by Deepak Chopra You don't need to apologize for saying no The Natural Pregnancy: Your Complete Guide to a Safe, Organic Pregnancy and Childbirth with Herbs, Nutrition, and Other Holistic Choices book by Dr. Aviva Romm Episode 076: C*/id-19, Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding with Dr. Aviva Romm I'm curious. What motherhood books do you recommend? DM me on Instagram — I'd LOVE to hear from you! Next week, we'll dive into chapter 2 of my book - Nutrition and Nourishment. Bye for now.

Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up the introduction of my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's less than 13 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because our well-being is connected to the development of our babies. I hope you find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book or guest I've had on the podcast so you can dive deeper on whatever intrigues you. As always, take in what feels right for you and forget the rest! In this episode, you will hear: The introduction to my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby Do more of what brings you JOY! Self-Care Support Sheet Be Fruitful: The Essential Guide to Maximizing Fertility and Giving Birth to a Healthy Child book by Dr. Victoria Maizes Thank you to our sponsor! Save 10% off Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off!

Michele Santo is an inspired energy healer and writer. Behind the scenes, Michele has actually helped me birth the podcast and keep it going for the past five years. It's fun to have her on the other side of the podcast! She helps women create more fulfilling relationships by asking for what they want without hurting a soul. Michele's unique method of emotional freedom technique can break patterns of anxiety, people-pleasing, and low self-worth so you can find peace. In this episode, you will hear about: How Michele owned her power with emotional freedom technique (EFT) Kristy's introduction to EFT The Tapping Solution App What is EFT and how does it work? How 10-minutes of tapping helped Kristy get over a panic attack Tapping for anxiety video How EFT can make trying to conceive easier Subtle tapping on the hand points Where the tapping points are on the body How often you should tap Children's books on tapping: Gorilla Thumps and Bear Hugs by Alex Ortner The Big Book of Hugs: A Barkley the Bear Story by Nick Ortner & Alison Taylor My Magic Breath: Finding Calm Through Mindful Breathing by Nick Ortner The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children, and Teenagers by Nick Ortner The Tapping Solution for Teenage Girls by Christine Wheeler The power of feeling your feelings Connect with Michele: Complimentary Tapping Video: >>> You Can Feel Calm While Trying to Conceive

With an extensive medical background in Laboratory Science, Fertility, and Blood Banking, Jennie is well equipped to understand your illness and symptoms. Utilizing the system of Homeopathic Medicine allows Jennie to help clients find a deeper and longer lasting healing than is often possible with conventional medicine, because Homeopathy is able to address the root cause of illness and stimulate a healing response in the individual. Jennie is a graduate of the 4-year Classical Homeopathy training program at Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy in Minneapolis, MN, and serves as clinic supervisor at NAH for many years. She is also an Integrative Provider with Pregnancy and Postpartum Support MN, and has a special interest in clients with postpartum mood disorders. Additionally, Jennie holds the CCH credential (Certified Classical Homeopath) through the Council for Homeopathic Certification, a national organization. Jennie is pleased to offer services to individuals and families suffering from acute or chronic ailments. To Jennie, there is nothing as rewarding as seeing a client find freedom and happiness through homeopathy. It really works! On this episode, learn more about: What is homeopathy? How does it work? Who can it help? Business coaching Law of attraction and healing Connect with Jennie: Website: hoglundhomeopathy.com Instagram: @enlightened.homeopath Facebook: @jhoglundhomeopathy

Kelly Brogan, M.D., is a holistic health psychiatrist, author of the New York Times bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, Own Your Self, the children's book, A Time for Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College and has a B.S. from M.I.T. in Systems Neuroscience. She is board-certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and integrative holistic medicine and is specialized in a root-cause resolution approach to psychiatric syndromes and symptoms. She is a certified KRI Kundalini Yoga teacher and a mother of two. In this episode, you'll hear about: How Kelly started her career Depression isn't caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain Psychiatric medication — is there another way? Evolution of motherhood Chronic illness & modern-day diseases Symptoms are a gift Your body is a compass Kelly's notorious blog: Homebirth: The Opportunity of a Lifetime Emotional alchemy during birth Own Yourself book by Kelly Brogan Step into your own power Begin your journey home to yourself at KellyBroganMD.com. Get to know Kelly more on Instagram, YouTube. Facebook, and Twitter.

Dr. Jen Forristal, BSc ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor with a primary focus in pediatric mental health and the founder and CEO of The Umbrella Project, a positive coping curriculum used internationally by thousands of parents, students, and educators. She has worked extensively with schools, researchers, and organizations in protecting the long-term health and performance of children facing unique challenges. Her work has been published in the Canadian Journal of School Psychology, and she was awarded the Health Promotion Canada Award for her contribution to child mental health. Dr. Jen lives in Ontario, Canada, with her husband, two teens, a toddler, and a sweet dog named Mango. In this episode, learn about: Early emotional intelligence development A baby's experience in utero How to refocus on NOW Self-leadership Be the person you want your child to be Umbrella Project Coping skills assessment The Umbrella Effect book Check out Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10% off! Connect with Jennifer: Website: umbrellaproject.co Instagram: @umbrellapjct

Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD, is a neuroscientist, doula, and educator who empowers nurtured parenting, and disrupts modern parenting practices to begin new cycles of intergenerational wellness. She is on a mission to revolutionize the future of health and it all begins at the beginning of life.  Greer spent many years studying the brain in a lab and many years using her knowledge while supporting families as a doula. She wants families and perinatal practitioners to understand how caregivers can boost success, thrive and flourish, and diminish depression, anxiety, and addiction in adulthood by shaping babies' brains through simple intuitive enriching experiences in pregnancy, birth, and infancy. In this episode, you will hear about: The Nurture Revolution book Greer's journey to becoming a neuroscientist, doula, and educator Let the baby cry vs. nurturing the baby Stop trying to be a fixer How to support our own nervous system Check out Toups & Co., a clean skincare & makeup brand I love (and I've tried them all). Use discount code PURE10 to save 10%! HPA Axis How to co-regulate our babies Sontakey Oath Bracelets How to speak kindly to your children Making a repair with our kids (even if it's years later) Connect with Greer: Website: nurture-neuroscience.com Instagram: @nurture_neuroscience_parenting

Gigi Vincent is a postpartum doula and host of the Ready for Baby podcast; she is committed to shifting the disparity between the amount of focus most families place on birth versus preparing for the fourth trimester. A strong advocate of preparing for postpartum by investing in maternal support instead of fancy baby equipment, Gigi empowers families to focus on resting and bonding instead of researching or stressing. Knowing there isn't one right way to have and raise a tiny human, Gigi works with parents as they find their way to thrive in the fourth trimester and beyond. - what is a postpartum doula, and what do they do - using your baby registry to set yourself up for success (choosing services and /or minimalism) - using herbs and oil for warmth in the fourth trimester Gigi Vera Vincent Postpartum Doula - NCS - CLES Asimplehome.org hello@asimplehome.org

Your baby's birth day is right around the corner and you want to be prepared. There are so many birth education methods out there. How do you know which one will be the best fit for you? I've taken the uncertainty and guesswork out of it all and created a quick and easy guide leading you through a high-level overview of the 5 most popular courses out there (including a few other ones that are gaining popularity). You'll find helpful resources at the end of each section to point you in the right direction so that you can dive deeper into any specific method. Wishing you a confidently calm birthing day! Learn more about the childbirth education method/courses highlighted in this episode:   Learn more at the official Bradley Method website Learn more at the Hypnobabies website Learn more at the  HypnoBirthing website Learn more at the Lamaze website Grab your Free PDF listing ten popular childbirth classes/courses here if you'd like to find more class/course options. Or Take the 2-minute childbirth personality quiz to find out which one of the five courses covered in today's episode might be right for you.

Over nine years ago, Jodi and her family started the adventure of homeschooling. Towards the beginning, she wrestled with various methods and philosophies, curriculums, and checklists to find the correct fit for her family. She was in search of a method that embodied the beautiful use of art and natural materials in Waldorf education yet encompassed the pedagogy of Charlotte Mason, all while being simple enough to educate five children efficiently. Since she was unsuccessful in finding such a method or curriculum, she had no choice but to develop her own techniques that would meet the spiritual, educational, emotional, and physical needs of her children all while fitting into their family rhythm. Since implementing those techniques has been such a rewarding experience for all of them, she's decided to share them with you! Join our conversation to learn more about Jodi and all that she's created! In this episode, you will hear about: Learning each child's personality and individual needs How Jodi takes care of herself (even through grieving the loss her father) Creating an aesthetically pleasing home for children who have sensory issues Incorporating faith and spirituality in your life The Whole & Healthy Family book Homeschooling resources for sale The seasons of social media Connect with Jodi: Website: jodimockabee.com Instagram: @jodimockabee

Ana G. Herrera suffered from stage IV endometriosis for years and went through excruciating PMS pain, infertility and five surgeries, the last one ending in a full hysterectomy and a colon resection, which led to surgical menopause. Ana's painful experience inspired her to help others struggling with hormonal imbalances avoid suffering in silence as she did. Knowing there's a lot to be done and learned in order to make the right health choices, she started Hormone University to educate, support, and empower women to achieve better hormone health and lead a happy life. In this episode, you'll hear about: Ana's struggle with endometriosis, fibroids, PMS, intense pain, and surgical menopause Common symptoms of endometriosis An inflammatory diet & hormonal interventions have consequences Increase sexual appetite by using PMS Transdermal Relief Cream Improve stress and sleep with Magnesium Lotion Symptoms of hormonal imbalance Check your hormonal symptoms (at no cost!) Hormone directory How to avoid endocrine disrupters The fate of natural conception Save 15% on Ana's Glow Botanica products - use discount code at checkout: PURE15 Connect with Paige: Website: hormoneuniversity.com Instagram: @hormoneuniversity LinkedIn: @hormone-university

Paige Cornetet is the bestselling author of the Spend-Then series, a collection of children's books teaching financial literacy by simplifying traditionally complicated concepts. A forward-thinking entrepreneur, Paige founded Millennial Guru at the age of twenty-six to provide companies like Kroger and Capital One with business coaching and strength-based team-building workshops. Paige, the eldest of four, is passionate about helping parents teach children imperative life skills and financial management techniques. She lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with her husband. In this episode, you'll hear about: My Dad's Class: An Intentional Structure for Teaching Kids About Money and Life—a children's book written by Paige How to teach financial literacy to toddlers What money topics to avoid sharing with kids How to explain affordability to children Teaching kids about earning money vs spending money Are we becoming a cashless society? Creating a financial family economy The Family Bank (chapter 5 from the book, My Dad's Class) Connect with Paige: Website: mydadsclass.com Instagram: @spendthen

There are about 172 different pet names for a pacifier.  No matter what you call it, it can be hard on the entire family when it's time to break the binky habit. In this podcast episode, I'm sharing how our family said, “Chao chupito!" Depending on what you call it, you can be saying "Bye-Bye, Binky" in just a short time too.  Listen to our story here and find a step-by-step guide to breaking the binky habit below: How to successfully send all of your pacifiers off to new babies that don't have any (and that really need them.) Begin two weeks or more before you actually plan to send the pacifiers off to… the trash, tell your little one that he or she is a big girl, boy, or kid now.  Let them know that only tiny babies use [pacifiers].  Insert whatever pet name you have for it.  Share with them in an enthusiastic way and confident way that they won't need it for much longer.  (We used G's second birthday as a time marker for her.) After talking about this story multiple times, you may find your child telling you the story as well, even though they will continue to use the pacifier.  When they're tired or cranky, they may even say, “Pacifier, yes! No new babies!”  However, don't give up or give in.  Stay positive and affirmative. When the day comes that you are ready to make the leap, don't talk about the pacifier at all that day.  Around 4 or 5 pm or after dinner, begin the pacifier scavenger hunt. When your child is distracted, place all of the pacifiers around the house in any place that is eye-level and easy for your child to see. Tell your child it's time to send the pacifiers to the new babies.  In our case, to new baby cousin.  Explain the process.  “It's time to send the pacifiers to the new babies; let's get a bag and collect them all.”  Ask in an excited voice, “Will you help me?” Give them a bag or box and have them collect all of the pacifiers. Tell them, “Now it's time to put the bag on the front porch for the mailman/mailwoman.  He or she is going to take the pacifier to the new babies.  Have your child physically place the bag on the front porch and close the door. After you come inside, say in a very excited way, “You did it! You sent your pacifiers to the new babies! That was very helpful.” When your child probably realizes they didn't want to give the pacifiers away, they will most likely ask for it at bedtime.  In a calm and gentle voice, reassure them by explaining that they put the pacifiers on the porch and the delivery person already took them. They're all gone.  Now the new babies have them.  Reassure your little one by saying, “You can do it.  You can handle it.” You may have to cuddle more, give more milk, sing, or read a bit longer, but it's worth it. Over the next few days and nights, repeat to them as many times as you need to that they are big now, and they gave their pacifiers to the new babies that didn't have any.  Constantly reassure them that they can do it and that they can handle it. Stay strong!  “You can do it!” Good luck!!

Dr. Stephanie Dueger is a psychotherapist, parent coach, and educator, who works with expectant and new parents and their little ones. She facilitates parent workshops and is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the academic Journal of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health. Dr. Dueger lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and two daughters. Preparing for Parenthood: 55 Essential Conversations for Couples Becoming Families is her first book—the book she wishes she'd had for herself when first becoming a parent. Learn more about Dr. Dueger at drduegertherapy.com. In this episode, you'll hear about: New book: Preparing for Parenthood: 55 Essential Conversations for Couples Becoming Families Concrete steps you can take right now to feel more prepared in becoming a parent Important conversation topics to discuss with your partner before having a baby Association of Pre and Perinatal Psychology and Health (APPPAH): birthpsychology.com How to connect with your unborn baby Episode 23: The Importance of Prenatal Bonding with Kate White Episode 33: Kiersten Markham episode of Pure Nurture Podcast Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby (my book)  Connect with Stephanie: Website: drduegertherapy.com Facebook: @theattachmentdoctor Instagram: @theattachmentdoctor

Leah Boden is wife to Dave, mother to four children, and a longtime home educator. With over two decades of experience in church leadership, Leah's background also features many years in youth, children's, and family work within the church and for the local education authority. Leah speaks, hosts podcasts and coaching sessions, and runs workshops sharing the beauty of a Charlotte Mason approach to childhood, motherhood, and education. She and her family live in the West Midlands, England. In this episode, you'll learn about: What the Charlotte Mason Method is The rise of home education (home schooling) Book: For the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School Myths about the Charlotte Mason Method to home schooling Explore Toups & Co. organic skincare and makeup - save 10% using code: PURE10 Frankincense Face Balm Mineral Makeup Foundation Mineral Makeup Sample Kit How to avoid burnout and weeks of exhaustion Protecting your "me time" and setting boundaries with your family Books: The Original Home Schooling Series Book: The Call of the Wild + Free Read-Aloud Revival Stories of Color Connect with Leah Boden: Website: leahboden.com Instagram: @modernmissmason

Dr. Melissa Sonners is the host of the Be Inspired Mama Podcast, a community for women who want to transform struggles into victories by taking action.   She has extensive training in prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care. Melissa shares the latest research with parents and children who are pursuing healthy lifestyles and navigating the complex demands of balancing it all. She completed the functional neurology childhood developmental course through the Carrick Institute and is one of only 52 professionals who earned her diplomate in chiropractic pediatrics from the Academy of Family Practice in North America. Self-care took on new importance for her when she became a parent and then again when she experienced health challenges. Melissa was diagnosed in 2017 with a neurological form of lyme disease with meningitis and encephalitis. She considers lyme disease one of her greatest gifts, since it forced her to put herself closer to the top of her daily to-do list. She enjoys speaking and teaching about self-care to inspire other women to prioritize their needs.  Melissa is the co-founder of Core Therapies Family Wellness Center in Northern New Jersey, a holistic practice with chiropractors whose specialties include functional neurology, functional medicine, hyperbaric oxygen, prenatal/postpartum, pediatric and sports injuries. Core Therapies also offers acupuncture, massage, spinal decompression, yoga, and laser therapies. She is also the co-founder of HBOT USA, an International company dedicated to giving people access to the best equipment, education, and implementation of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. She is also the co-founder of NJ HBOT, as well as HFM: Hyperbaric & Functional Medicine in Newtown Square, PA. In this episode, you will hear about: Dr. Melissa's passions Where she birthed her children Your buckets of stress How to create space for yourself Cleaning up your lifestyle (& stress buckets) Her pivotal journey through scoliosis Her scare with neurological issues Self-care is family care and has a great impact on your kids Join the Magical Mornings Challenge! (at no charge) Get to know Dr. Melissa Sonners: Website: BeInspiredmMma.com Company: HBOTUSA.com Instagram: @beinspiredmama Facebook: @BeInspiredMama

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it's our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Where I found the concept of Mamma Bear Wisdom Conflicted? Use the power of your breath to find the answer! Trusting yourself more Fitting moments of stillness into your day Get up and move Put pen to paper If you prefer to read the blog, How to Channel Your Mama Bear Wisdom, click here.

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it's our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: How the doctor handled Kristy's postpartum depression Emotional signs Mental signals Physical alarm bells Helpful resources Ways to mother and care for new Moms If you prefer to read the blog, Recognizing the Signs of Postpartum Depression, click here.

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it's our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Pranayama Mantra Meditation Water reset Being with nature Other ways to unwind If you prefer to read the blog, 5 Ways to Relax When You're Expecting, click here.

I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it's our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Maternity underwear Witch hazel Sitz baths The first postpartum bowel movement Nutrition Staying active Breast care Staying in touch with your doctor Resting If you prefer to read the blog, 8 Postpartum Recovery Tips written by Jenny Hart, click here. Connect with Jenny: LinkedIn: @jenny-m-hart

I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you - just pretend it's our next audio book! If you prefer to read the blog,  5 Surprising Things You Can Do During Pregnancy to Rock your Postpartum, click here.

Annie Kerchief is a 2x home birth mom who is passionate about natural healing, real food nutrition, plus following her intuition and encouraging mothers to do the same. She switched to a home birth plan at 32 weeks pregnant with her first. She is 28 and lives with my husband and 2 babies in southern Indiana. Annie left her office job to be a stay at home mom when her first was born and would not want to be doing anything else. In this conversation, you will learn about: Breaking up with the OB in the 3rd trimester How to own your out-of-the-box choices Choosing who belongs in your birth space Prepare for postpartum before you are pregnant Unlearn what you think you know about birth Connect with Annie: Instagram: @mom.mindfully

Isabel Jones shares guidebooks, resources, and personal insights to help women reclaim birth and motherhood. In this episode, you will learn: What Free Birth means Why Isabel didn't choose to give birth in a hospital Isabel's personal birth story Lotus birth Agreeing on a free birth with her partner Isabel managed prenatal care all by herself Drama-free birth experience Setting boundaries with family and friends Free Guides for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Connect with Isabel: Website: yourwildbirth.com Instagram: @yourwildbirth

Lisa Druxman is the Chief Founding mom of FIT4MOM, the country's largest fitness program for moms. She is an author, speaker and thought leader for moms. In this episode, you will hear about: Stroller Strides Adjusting to exercise after birth Pelvic floor practices Episode 46: Preparing Your Pelvic Floor and Core for Birth with Anita Lambert Episode 47: Healing Your Core and Pelvic Floor After Birth with Jessica Pumple Episode 95: Think Beyond Birth with Stephanie Stamas and Jessica Babich How Moms can reclaim their self and their health Asking for help Change your routine Connect with Lisa: Website: fit4mom.com Facebook: @FIT4MOMHQ Instagram: @fit4momhq

Megan MacCutcheon is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health practitioner who helps overwhelmed moms find a sense of balance while raising young children. As a busy mom of three, Megan knows that motherhood is a juggling act. She loves teaching tools and strategies to help moms de-stress and embrace self-care so they can better navigate challenges associated with parenting. She is passionate about spreading awareness regarding perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and enjoys supporting moms through healing and finding fulfillment in their journeys. She is the co-founder of Perinatal Place, a resource to help women in her community get access to all the resources they may need during pregnancy and postpartum. In this episode, you will learn: Postpartum anxiety and depression Post-breastfeeding anxiety and depression What are boundaries? How to protect your energy and time Holding boundaries with your healthcare providers Boundary scripts for new Moms who don't know what to say Top issues new parents face (Megan can help with these!) Connect with Megan: Website: meganmaccutcheon.com Facebook: @mmaccutcheonlpc Instagram: @meganmaccutcheonlpc TikTok: @meganmaccutcheon

Dr. Aumatma is a double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor & Endocrinologist, in practice for 15 years. Dr Aumatma supports badass power couples to create the family of their dreams, and also trains doctors who want to specialize in fertility. She is the best-selling author of "Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making.” She is on a mission to help bring healthier babies into the world by creating healthier parents and the planet. Dr. Aumatma has been featured on ABC, FOX, CBS, KTLA, MindBodyGreen, and The Bump as the Holistic Fertility Doctor. In this episode, you'll learn: Listen to Dr. Aumatma's first episode - Steps to Take for a Healthy Baby & Easeful Pregnancy (our #1 most listened to episode!) Are you seeing more fertility issues or pregnancy loss? Issues with carrying a baby to term Men's role in conception and two major issues that are overlooked Testing for gene abnormalities 3 top tips to boost pre-conception wellness Popular pre-conception or pregnancy issues Dr. Aumatma treats Connect with Dr. Aumatma: Website: holisticfertilityinstitute.com Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor