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    Pregnancy Podcast
    Q&A: Do Pregnancy Seat Belt Adjusters Improve Safety?

    Pregnancy Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 20:47


    Pregnancy-specific seatbelt adjusters are marketed as safer alternatives to a traditional seatbelt, with compelling claims that they reduce risks to both the mother and the baby. In this episode, we examine the evidence on car crashes during pregnancy, the proven benefits of seatbelt use, and the real-world challenges of proper seatbelt positioning during pregnancy. You will learn what major safety organizations recommend, how these aftermarket products work, and whether their safety claims hold up under scrutiny. Full article and resources for this episode: https://pregnancypodcast.com/seatbelt/   Thank you to the brands that power this podcast. See all discounts exclusive for Pregnancy Podcast listeners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/resources   Get More from the Pregnancy Podcast Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium for ad-free episodes, full access to the back catalog, and a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book: https://pregnancypodcast.com/premium Follow your pregnancy week-by-week with the 40 Weeks podcast. Learn how your baby grows, what's happening in your body, what to expect at prenatal appointments, and get tips for dads and partners: https://pregnancypodcast.com/week For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website: https://pregnancypodcast.com

    Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Naomi's pregnancy hiatus, WWE's ruthless aggression toward AEW, Jericho-WWE, Bayley, The Vision, more

    Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 139:33 Transcription Available


    PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:Naomi's pregnancy announcement, how it was presented, what it means for her eventual potential return to the active roster, and how it affects the WWE Women's Division nowWWE's "ruthless aggression" in scheduling events to compete with AEW PPVs including the reported ESPN debut on Sept. 20 up against AEW's All Out. A look at the history of such competition, how it's similar and different than retail stores competing with each other, what WWE has to gain and lose, and how Tony Khan should address it (if at all)What role would Chris Jericho have if he were to return to WWEIf TNA Impact were to move to Wednesdays and compete with AEW Dynamite on a major network, how would it be similar to the AEW vs. NXT battle a few years ago?The Vision and whether Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman have chemistry or if that's even a relevant aspect this new factionA Mailbag question comparing and contrasting the life experiences that "Hangman" Adam Page and Seth Rollins that contributes to or limits their on-air charactersA Mailbag question on Paul Heyman joking about Tommy Dreamer still being alive in the context of so many ECW wrestlers who did die prematurely and in the context of Tommy Dreamer once fantasizing about killing Paul Heyman at WrestleManiaAs Mailbag questions asking whether Bayley thrive in a new environment in AEWMore Mailbag topics related to Raw last nightComparing local fans to international fans when it comes to AAA TripleMania's crowd reaction and New Japan's G1 Finals, and a look at how this can affect Forbidden Door and Worlds CollideCody as "Guile" in Street FighterWhat the movie "Weapons" clued Rich into regarding pro wrestlingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast
    WWE: Naomi's pregnancy, Roman Reigns' plans, Rhea Ripley's patience, Drew McIntyre's future

    Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 121:03


    Just under two weeks from WWE Clash in Paris, the match card is building nicely as WWE remains hellbent on adding events to its end-of-year calendar. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a breakdown of what's ahead for WWE [2:45] and a review of AAA TripleMania XXXIII [7:05] before co-host Chris Vannini joins to hit a triple Main Event [26:05] focused on Naomi's pregnancy announcement and the future of the WWE Women's World Championship, Roman Reigns' latest return to save Jey Uso from Seth Rollins and The Vision, and whether Drew McIntyre's elevation back into the main event against Cody Rhodes is permanent or temporary. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:04:50], including Rhea Ripley and Asuka arguing over IYO SKY, Bayley's continued breakdown, anticipation for Becky Lynch vs. Nikki Bella, the creatively bankrupt SmackDown women's division and Sami Zayn returning to the Bloodline vortex. Plus: CM Punk, LA Knight, Carmelo Hayes, the Street Profits, R-Truth and much more! Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.

    Stache Club Wrestling Podcast
    NAOMI ANNOUNCES PREGNANCY, AEW Forbidden Door Predictions | Ep. 143

    Stache Club Wrestling Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 93:27


    Bonus Eps (PATREON): https://www.patreon.com/StacheClubWrestling Fanatics (WWE gear): https://bit.ly/StacheClubFanatics MERCH: https://shop.clutchpoints.com/ Please follow the pod and leave a rating and review! Share the show with a friend. It helps out the pod a TON! John X: https://twitter.com/RaspyTaylor IG: https://www.instagram.com/raspytaylor/ Stache Club Wrestling: X: @StacheClubW IG: @StacheClubW Jimmy from the Q: https://x.com/JimmyFromTheQ https://www.instagram.com/jimmyfromtheq/

    Young Dad Podcast
    241: Colorful Capes of Feelings- Andre & Constance Lewis

    Young Dad Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 59:54


     Welcome to the Young Dad Podcast—whether you're balancing a baby on your hip, stuck in carpool traffic, or just finally getting five minutes to yourself—we're glad you're here. Grab your juice box, grab a snack, and let's jump into today's real and honest conversation.Today's guests are Constance Lewis and Andre Lewis, co-creators of Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings—a children's book inspired by her son Miles' journey through brain surgery and medical challenges. Constance and her husband Andre turned their family's experience into a movement to help children understand and express their emotions through color-coded capes.A women's health nurse practitioner by profession and a mother of three, Constance brings heart, story, and science into how we raise emotionally strong children. This episode is for parents navigating big emotions, caregivers who want practical tools, and anyone passionate about building emotional intelligence in the next generation.You can find Miles and the Colorful Capes of Feelings, plus free resources and upcoming releases, at:

    The Savvy Sauce
    266_Choosing Fun and Adventure in Your Marriage and with Your Family: An Interview with Dan and Sam Mathews

    The Savvy Sauce

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 62:34


    266. Choosing Fun and Adventure in Your Marriage and with Your Family: An Interview with Dan & Sam Mathews   Isaiah 55:12 MSG “So you'll go out in joy, you'll be led into a whole and complete life. The mountains and hills will lead the parade, bursting with song. All the trees of the forest will join the procession, exuberant with applause. No more thistles, but giant sequoias, no more thornbushes, but stately pines— Monuments to me, to God, living and lasting evidence of God.”   *Transcription Below*   Dan and Sam Mathews have been married since 2014 and currently reside in Missouri with their two kids, Canyon and Ember. Since the moment they got married, Dan and Samantha have been living a life of sacrifice and faith. From backpacking in Arkansas to RV road trips across the US, they have always taken the adventurous route. Sam is a lifestyle vlogger and content creator, and Dan hosts a hunting podcast in addition to his social platforms. Together they share their life of adventure online with millions of followers. Follow them on socials @wearedanandsam.    Thank You to Our Sponsor: Sam Leman Eureka   Questions and Topics We Cover: What are a few adventures you're so grateful you said yes to in life? Matthew 25:26 MSG says, "That's a terrible way to live! It's criminal to live cautiously like that!" So drawing your wisdom from the Lord, how does your faith fuel your sense of adventure?  How can we begin to enjoy an adventurous life in our marriage and with our family?   Other Episodes Mentioned from The Savvy Sauce Podcast: 82 Traveling with Your Family with Katie Mueller 242 Stories Series: He Gives and Takes Away with Joyce Hodel     Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook, Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”   *Transcription*   Music: (0:00 – 0:09)   Laura Dugger:  (0:11 - 1:47) Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, where we have practical chats for intentional living. I'm your host, Laura Dugger, and I'm so glad you're here.    The principles of honesty and integrity that Sam Leman founded his business on continue today over 55 years later at Sam Leman Chevrolet Eureka.   Owned and operated by the Burchie family, Sam Leman's Eureka appreciates the support they've received from their customers all over central Illinois and beyond. Visit them today at lemangm.com.    Dan and Sam Mathews are my guests for today, and you may know them from all the social platforms at WeAreDanAndSam.   They live a life of high faith and delightful adventure, and their book, Always Choose Adventure: One Couple's Journey of Chasing the Things in Life That Matter Most, is actually going to release this month. I would highly recommend it. It was an amazing read.   I read through it so fast, and it was a great combination of enjoying the stories but learning so much along the way. It's kind of like our chat for today. We're going to cover various stories, but Dan and Sam are also going to give us simple and practical ideas and tips for adding a sense of fun into our marriage and into our family life.   Here's our chat. Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, Dan and Sam.    Dan Mathews: (1:47 - 1:48) Thank you for having us. We're excited. We are really excited.   Laura Dugger: (1:49 - 1:59) Well, I'm so excited to journey back and get to hear more of your story, but will you first just give us an overview of what current life looks like right now?   Sam Mathews: (2:00 - 2:29) Yes. Currently, I'm 22 weeks pregnant with our third baby. We have two kiddos.   Canyon is almost nine. Ember is seven. We live in Southern Missouri.   We love adventuring and traveling, and Dan hunts. We share life on every platform, so just lifestyle, vlogging, and sharing our adventures. We recently settled down in a home, and so this is our first time doing DIYs for ourselves.   Yeah, it's a fun season right now.   Dan Mathews: (2:29 - 2:46) And Sam loves to host, so I think we have 48 parties scheduled this summer and knocked out a couple already, but yeah, we're excited about life, excited about adventure, and sharing that with people and how they can actually get out and adventure more.   Laura Dugger: (2:47 - 3:01) You do that so well, but if we're going back then to more of the origin stories, will you both share your journey of growing up and your stories that eventually led for the two of you to overlap with one another?   Sam Mathews: (3:01 - 3:37) Yeah, definitely. It's always been me, my mom, and my sister. My mom was a single mom raising us, born in California, but then she moved us to Southern Missouri when I was young, and this was a great place to raise us.   In the Bible Belt, we were raised pretty much in church. She did an amazing job as a single mom, just caring for us and pointing us to Christ. We got plugged into a church very early on.   We volunteered there. My sister and I worked there. We attended there, and so we're really involved, and that's how I met Dan when he came to Bible College.   Dan Mathews: (3:37 - 4:58) Yeah, I grew up in central Wisconsin. We went to church Sunday morning, Sunday night, Wednesday night, was very, very involved with the kid's ministry and youth group and just any opportunity I could be around that church community, I was. We had a group called Master's Commission that would come up and do outreach at our church.   They were from Florida, and I was like, man, I want to do that one day. These guys are awesome. They're doing human videos, and they're all musical.   My dad's brother and his family moved down to Southern Missouri, and I get a call one day right after high school. They were like, “Hey, there's a Master's Commission program down here. If you want to do it, we'll pay for it.” I was like, “Sure, let's do it.” Almost no questions asked, just kind of like, all right, tell me the date I have to be there. Then, I started packing stuff up and quit my job and moved down knowing absolutely nobody. I got plugged into the church. I became very, very involved, and then just built a community, and through that, I went there with Sam's sister, her older sister, and I got to know Sam, and then I ended up working out at the gym that she worked at.   Sam Mathews: (4:59 - 5:00) Which was at our church.   Dan Mathews: (5:00 - 5:15) Which was at the church, and so we were just around each other all the time, and that kind of developed over years and years and years. Then one day, I was like, wow, this chick is awesome, and now we're here doing podcasting.   Laura Dugger: (5:16 - 5:32) Which is incredible. Okay, so just to pause, and you go into more of these stories, love your books, so easy to read, but can you take us back to what you both first thought of one another when you were meeting those days at the gym? Oh, gee.   Sam Mathews: (5:33 - 6:22) For sure, Dan is the life of the party, like he is comedy, and just, he has all the jokes, and definitely a charmer with all the ladies, but so fun to be around, and not only his humor draws you in, but I didn't grow up with a father, and so I liked the, I don't know, like strong aspect that he had, just like the confidence, and then his relationship with the Lord was something that I desired to have for myself, you know, a leader in a couple like together, someone to point me towards Christ, but the lightheartedness and jokes and humor keep the hard days fun, but that for me was, you know, I always can count on you for a good joke.   Dan Mathews: (6:23 - 6:41) Yeah, I, when I first met Sam, it was kind of in a group setting, and it was with her older sister with my younger brother, and it was like, oh, this is, you know, Justine's sister. Little sister. Didn't really think a whole lot of it, but after a couple years, I think you were probably a sophomore at that time when I first met you.   Sam Mathews: (6:41 - 6:42) Yeah.   Dan Mathews: (6:42 - 7:36) And, and then after a couple years, it was like she was volunteering in the youth group, and she was on the recreation staff at our camps, and so it's like we were spending more time together, and I'm like, oh, Justine's sister's kind of cute, and yeah, we started, we started just kind of a friendship. We were just around each other all the time. I mean, like before we were dating, we're really interested in each other.   It's like I was walking back from the lake, and she'd hop on my back, and I'd just give her a piggyback ride up to the cabins, and then looking back, I'm like, wow, our lives just were really intermingled and overlapped for years and years, but early on, she was younger. She had braces. She was a hip-hop dance instructor, so I mean, she would have like one sweat pant leg rolled up, high-top Nikes on all the time, like thought she was the coolest thing ever.   Laura Dugger: (7:36 - 7:52) I was. I didn't think. Oh, that's amazing.   I love that, and my husband and I were also friends first, and I feel like that does set you up well in marriage. Like you've got your built-in buddy.   Sam Mathews: (7:53 - 8:30) Exactly. I was going through pictures yesterday, because I was going to post a trend online, and it was like, oh, how cute. How many months have you been married?   And it's like months? You put a picture for every year, and it's like we've known each other since like 2008, maybe 2009. Then, like started our like dating in 2010. I look at pictures of us from 2010 as a couple. I'm like, oh, my gosh, we've grown so much just like, you know, like physically, but even just relationally and spiritually, and like it's crazy looking back, and so thankful for so many years of friendship with him, but you know, relationship-wise, it's been great.   Dan Mathews: (8:30 - 8:52) Well, and I feel like doing life together is a great model before ever like the romantic side comes in. You get to know the person in group settings. You get to know who they are without the interest, because people can put on a different face once you're trying to impress somebody, you know, but we were just being our genuine selves around each other for a long time.   Sam Mathews: (8:52 - 8:59) Probably saw some stupid moments, some hard moments, but that's, yeah, that's what you want to see before you get into a relationship with someone.   Laura Dugger: (9:00 - 9:12) Absolutely. Yeah. And as we're starting back that far, then when you reflect back, what are some of the adventures that you're most grateful you've said yes to in life?   Sam Mathews: (9:13 - 10:38) Yeah. Oh, my gosh. I feel like dating, we weren't even dating at this point, the canoe trip when you did a master's commission, and that was so fun.   It was like all of his friends, my sister, all the master's commission group went kayaking, and I decided to tag along as a sibling, and his brother did, and maybe a couple others. And that was fun, but it also gave me an opening into how Dan adventures, because his way of adventuring is way different than mine. I grew up, like I said, with a mom.   We would camp at a cabin, and you'd pack the car full of everything you need. Dan would literally just put everything in a backpack and hike in two miles to go camping. And so being in that group, going kayaking, it was so fun, and it sparked this new love for adventure and new desire to learn a new way of adventuring.   That was so fun. I mean, that was before we were married, but this is kind of jumping far ahead, but when we were married, we moved to Colorado for a couple of years, and although it was a hard season for us, we learned so much. We gained so much from it.   A lot was birthed in us in that season. I mean, physically, I welcomed my daughter. We welcomed our second child in Colorado, but spiritually, I think God planted a lot of seeds that it may not have been a tangible adventure of being out in the woods, but spiritually, we were in the woods, and we grew so much, and I'm glad we said yes to it because it opened the door and led to so many other things.   Dan Mathews: (10:38 - 12:31) Yeah, I feel like a lot of our adventures, some are traditional. I mean, a big adventure for me was leaving home. I mean, I moved straight out of my parents' house to a different state, and that was totally crazy for me.   But then watching Sam, I mean, she moved out to California for a summer, went to a ministry out there. Then I saw her go to Colorado and Nanny for a couple, all summer long, and so I was like watching this, and we were talking, and I realized, like, we're both all in on an adventurous life, and even when we don't have the answers, it's like, is the Lord telling you not to do it? No?   Okay, well, then we'll see what happens, and I thought that was really cool to watch her just like, oh, I'm going to California for a summer, and at first, I was like, please don't. I don't want you to come all the way to California, but then I was like, that's going to be so incredible. Like, you're just leaving everything behind and starting over for a whole summer in a different state, and so that was like the early dating years where we were kind of doing our own adventures, but we were watching and encouraging each other in doing them, and then we started actually going out and camping and floating rivers and hiking up waterfalls, and if you've never camped in the backcountry with someone, I suggest doing it. It's a great metric for if there's someone you want to marry.   Like, if you can figure out canoeing and camping, you're probably going to be okay in marriage. That's good. And so, yeah, we started doing that stuff, and then from there, it was just like one after the next, going to Alaska, camping in grizzly country by ourselves, and it's our first time there.   Like, we've done some pretty wild things, some pretty traditional things, but at the end of the day, all of the adventures are what brought us together.   Laura Dugger: (12:32 - 12:45) Well, and just thinking of the adventure that drew you together, and then also your current platforms on socials and vlogging and preserving all of these pictures, like you said, you've captured all the pictures throughout the time.   Sam Mathews: (12:45 - 12:45) Yes.   Laura Dugger: (12:47 - 12:58) When you look back, do you feel like God had given you little seeds of what was yet to come or what kind of career you would be in someday, or was this totally a shock to both of you?   Sam Mathews: (12:59 - 13:57) You know what? Looking back at pictures or even videos that I took, I could see how it was something that the Lord was birthing in us, and I would say probably me so more than Dan. I think Dan's like, whatever you want to do, I'm along for the ride type of thing.   It probably wasn't his first choice as a career, but now that we're in it, we love it and we're thankful for the blessing it is to our family and the time that we get to spend with the kiddos. But I look back and I started videoing and taking pictures like years before even starting on social media, and then even the first few months in the year of sharing, it was like I didn't know what I was doing, but I still wanted to just share life and encourage people and love on people and inspire people. And yeah, it's crazy to look back on, but I also see the work the Lord was doing to get it all started before we even thought about it and knew that it would be something that we'd be doing.   Dan Mathews: (13:57 - 16:00) Yeah, and I feel like with Sam, she gets promptings from the Lord that she doesn't know what it is. She doesn't know what it means. And early on, I think the very first one, she's like, babe, I just have this feeling like a big change is coming.   And I'm like, anymore? Like, do you have any more information for me? That's not a whole lot to go off of.   And I mean, in the conversation, I was like, okay, we'll see. Then I just forgot about it. And I mean, it was like the next day.   There was an issue at work, just a very immoral thing that they were asking us to do as employees. And I was like, no, I can't be part of this. And I called her right after, and I was like, babe, I think this might be it.   Like I'm going to resign tomorrow. And we talked and prayed, and I only had like a five-minute car ride home. We talked, prayed, got off the phone, and immediately I get a call from my buddy.   And he's like, “Hey, dude, don't know what you're doing for work right now, but I've got a job for you if you want to come work at this place I'm at.” And I was like, “Oh, my gosh.” So then two years later, the same thing happened.   She's like, I feel like a change is coming. Boom, big change. Two years later, I feel like a change is coming.   All of a sudden, we're in a car moving out to Colorado. And it was just like that cycle. And so now when she's like, hey, there's a change coming, I'm like, oh, my gosh.   I got to pack my bags. Something big's happening. I know something major is happening.   And so, I don't know that early on either of us expected us to be where we are today. But we knew that we wanted to prioritize time together. We wanted to prioritize time with our kids and above all of it, time with the Lord.   And if we could get those three in the right order, it didn't really matter where we were. It didn't matter what state we were in. If we were living in a bumper pole camper, an RV, a tiny home, or a regular sized house, we just knew that we had to prioritize those things, and everything was going to work out.   Laura Dugger: (16:01 - 18:03) Truly. And that's the promise from Matthew 6:33, that you're really living that out. And now a brief message from our sponsor.   Sam Leman Chevrolet Eureka has been owned and operated by the Burchie family for over 25 years. A lot has changed in the car business since Sam and Stephen's grandfather, Sam Leman, opened his first Chevrolet dealership over 55 years ago. If you visit their dealership today though, you'll find that not everything has changed.   They still operate their dealership like their grandfather did, with honesty and integrity. Sam and Stephen understand that you have many different choices in where you buy or service your vehicle. This is why they do everything they can to make the car buying process as easy and hassle-free as possible.   They are thankful for the many lasting friendships that began with a simple, Welcome to Sam Leman's. Their customers keep coming back because they experience something different. I've known Sam and Stephen and their lives my entire life and I can vouch for their character and integrity, which makes it easy to highly recommend you check them out today.   Your car buying process doesn't have to be something you dread, so come see for yourself at Sam Leman Chevrolet Eureka. Sam and Stephen would love to see you and they appreciate your business. Learn more at their website, samlemanchevy.com or visit them on Facebook by searching for Sam Leman Chevrolet Eureka. You can also call them at 309-467-2351. Thanks for your sponsorship.    There's a verse that you quoted in your book, and I had never read it before, in the message translation.   So, it's Matthew 25:26 that says, “That's a terrible way to live.” It's criminal to live cautiously like that. So, drawing your wisdom then from the Lord, how does your faith fuel your sense of adventure?   Sam Mathews: (18:04 - 19:50) Yeah, a lot of faith and trust. Several points in our life have been like a crossroads where we feel like we want to almost desire more out of everything to go towards the direction where God is leading us, where we don't know the outcome. We don't know what's ahead.   We don't know what's coming and it's forcing us to trust the Lord, to have faith, even though we're fearful of it. Or we look at another option where it's like, you know what, this is very comfortable. We know the outcome.   We know what's going to be required of us. We know how we're going to get there, how we're going to pay for it. And it was something we didn't desire.   We liked being in a position where we needed the Lord. We're reliant upon Him. And so, you know, we talk often in the book about being comfortable.   And I feel like when you're in a comfortable setting in life, it's safe. There's no risk involved. There's little to no trust in the Lord.   I say that, you know, there's more to the story of that. But that you don't want to be at a place where you don't need God, where you don't need to rely on Him. And so, for us, we just encourage people that if you do find yourself in a comfortable place, to maybe step out of your comfort zone a little bit.   To what's an area where you need to trust the Lord more? Is it finding that new job that you've been waiting for, that you've been hoping for? Is it moving to the state that's closer by your family or closer by your friends that you really desire but you're scared too?   To not just be comfortable and stay for the sake of not being fearful or not, like knowing what's next, but instead step out, trust the Lord, you know, as long as you have peace and as long as you feel that yes from Him. And just lay fear aside and move forward with the Lord.   Dan Mathews: (19:50 - 21:54) Yeah, with every big decision that we make, we're led by peace. And we've said it for years. If either one of us don't have peace about it, we're not doing it.   But when there are multiple doors open, we say we're going to choose the most adventurous one. If we don't feel a specific direction from the Lord, let's just pick the most adventurous one. And it's kind of become common practice for us to not have really many of the details planned out on a major decision on a trip.   And people are like, do you have any idea of what you're going to do when you move there? Or how long you're going to be traveling the country in an RV? And we're like, nope, we'll figure it out.   I joke with my buddies all the time because they're like, “I mean, how do you know everything's going to be okay? How do you know this?” I go, well, between me and God, we've got everything figured out.   And they're like, “Oh, okay, I get it.” I'm like, “well, the Lord has everything figured out, but I can throw myself in that team, you know?” And I feel like it's been an encouragement to some of our friends as they watch it.   And they're like, whoa, you guys did it. I'll talk about it for years. And even when we moved out to Colorado, in our minds, we were going to move out there.   All of our friend group was like, one person needs to move. And then everybody else is going to slowly follow out. Well, we end up moving out there.   And I'm like shooting my buddies messages like, “All right, when are you coming out? And one by one, it was like, “No, I don't think we're coming.”   No, it's not going to be for at least five years. It's going to be, you know, maybe when the kids graduate, all of these different responses. And I'm like, man, that was one of the biggest things that we missed when we were out there.   But we knew that moving to Colorado, taking a pay cut, paying more in rent, like all of those things were a stepping stone to get us to where we were today, to trusting the Lord and starting our first business together, trusting the Lord with our finances, with our time. And really putting us in a position where we were fully dependent on him for our survival.   Sam Mathews: (21:54 - 22:40) And so even if something doesn't work out, we mentioned a couple of stories in the book where we may have moved forward without peace, and it did not end well. But the Lord always brings it around and teaches us something from it or a situation where we felt the peace to move to Colorado, but we were only there for two years. It was hard on us financially.   We got into debt. We had no friends, no family out there. It was a hard season.   We still gained from it. So instead of looking at something as a complete loss, we still look to find the good. You know, what did the Lord birth in us?   You know, like Dean said, spiritually, we grew together. Financially, we started a business. Like so much good came from it that even though it maybe on paper or to others, it didn't make sense.   It was still good. And something that the Lord, yeah, started for us.   Laura Dugger: (22:41 - 23:05) And you've learned those lessons and now you get to share them with others. Even super practical with this one. Our family has never done the RV thing before, but even just dipping our toes in and trying a vacation that way.   What tips do you have for families, maybe who aren't traveling around, living out of their RV, but vacationing with one, what are some of your best tips?   Sam Mathews: (23:05 - 24:27) I just saw a video of someone sharing the other day where they took their family of, let's see, four, six total on an RV for the first time. And I was like, oh no, because the first warning I give to everyone is you have to drain your poop through the hose. If you're out on that, RV life is not for you.   RV vacation is not for you. Do you have to get down and dirty and take care of a few things? There's a lot more maintenance that comes with RV vacationing or RV life.   And I usually have the dirty work for Dan to do and I'm inside cooking, cleaning. But an RV has all your basic needs. You can still go to the bathroom, you can still shower, there's a toilet, there's a bed.   It's just on a lot smaller scale. And if you're not good with being in close proximity with all your children or your spouse, then you may just need a little bit of a bigger space to stay in. But it's fun because you get to navigate it together and you get to learn just a new way of life or new way of traveling.   And yeah, the maintenance of the restroom, you have to have water hookups, or you need solar for electric or you have to be hooked up to electric. The great part is you can go anywhere, and you can get right up close to some great adventures. Our favorite spot to park an RV is the rim of the Badlands.   It's so pretty. Is it the North Rim?   Dan Mathews: (24:28 - 24:28) Yeah.   Sam Mathews: (24:28 - 24:54) It's gorgeous. You wake up to the sun rising over it and it's the most peaceful thing to be right there next to it. And you can't do that with a cabin in the woods.   But the benefit to a cabin in the woods is that's its own adventure. And so just do a little bit of research on the maintenance required for setting up, tearing down the RV in order to get on the road and to like park it and set up.   Dan Mathews: (24:55 - 26:44) I like how you weave some of the worst parts about our RV life in there. But I will say being on the road, traveling and like just kind of deciding on the way is one of the greatest things ever. I did not, like we definitely had a plan.   It was like, “Hey, we're gonna stop one time.” Growing up, we've got five kids. So, it was like, we're stopping one time to go to the bathroom.   If you have to go, you're just gonna have to hold it type of thing. We were fairly structured in the traveling to a place. But being in an RV, it really opens up so much to where you can on the way be like, oh, I just saw a billboard.   I wonder what that is. Look it up. How far away is it?   Hey, what if we take a 45-minute detour and go check this out? Like we found places in the middle of Kansas that 1% of the population knows about. We camped.   There's spots that you can camp on the rim of the Grand Canyon. Like no guardrail, back your vehicle right up, walk out the door, sit there, have coffee or whatever in the morning. And that was like our favorite part about it.   There were nights that we would drive until like one in the morning. And we might be sleeping in a truck stop. But we were on the way to Glacier National Park or to the Oregon coast or wherever.   And so, I feel like ditching the schedule and just kind of figuring it out as you go is one of the most freeing things on a vacation. And the other nice part about it is if you find a place that you absolutely love and you're like, we want to spend four days here, do it. You don't have a new reservation somewhere else that you have to get to.   You can just go wherever the wind blows, have fun with the family. And yeah, I think everybody needs to do it at least one time.   Laura Dugger: (26:44 - 27:02) Oh yeah, for sure. What a great challenge to step outside our comfort zone like you said. Well, one other amazing adventure that you've embarked on together is becoming a surrogate twice, I believe.   Will you tell us a little bit more about that process and that experience?   Sam Mathews: (27:03 - 31:10) Yeah, definitely. So, in 2018, we had our daughter and she was a little bit more work than our first. So, our first was super easy.   Ate well, slept well, like barely cried. And our daughter, maybe it was just her being a girl. A little bit more needy and required some extra grace and some more prayer for patience on my part.   But at that point, I was like, yeah, I think I'm done. Having children of our own and parenting our own children because even raising two kids is going to be a task. But I didn't feel like I was done carrying children.   And I'm like, I still want to have babies, but I don't want to have more to parent. How do I do that? But I felt like the Lord just laid surrogacy in my heart.   And I started thinking about it, praying about it, researching it. And I brought it up to Dan like, hey, what would you think about me doing this? And I had to educate him a little bit on like what being a surrogate was.   As a gestational surrogate, I wasn't carrying an embryo with an egg that was mine. So, I'm not biologically related to the baby. And after some prayer, we both felt at peace about it.   And so, we walked through that door and started the process of meeting a couple or going through an agency to start a journey. And yeah, we've done two now. So, in 2022, I delivered a baby boy for a couple.   And then in 2024, so just last year, I've just actually in a few days, I'm going to hit my year mark of my second belly bud being one and a little girl for a couple. And it was like the most, one of the greatest adventures I've been on. And I've gained so much from it.   And it's so rewarding to see someone who desires to be a parent, to be a mom, but physically can't. To see them walk that road and just step into the role that like watching her become a mom is like, you can tell that's what she was meant to be. That's what the Lord had for her.   And it's so fun seeing the joy of their family and watching her grow up and like being a part of her life. That, yeah, like we just encourage other people, if you're able to do something like that, or no matter what it is, it's not just surrogacy, but if God's calling you to something that may require a lot more from you or something that is not normal, it's not traditional, you don't see it a lot, like just step out and do it. And yeah, it's been fun.   It definitely grouped Dan and I closer together. Spiritually, he was there for me in times of emotional hardship. Pregnancy in itself is hard, but to do it multiple times, you know, this is my fifth pregnancy now.   There's a lot of roles that he takes on to care for the kids more, to care for me more. And we've grown closer and just his love for me, seeing it that even though it's not our baby, like he's still caring for me and taking care of me as if it was. And the Lord, I've had to rely on the Lord so many times because pregnancy and birthing in itself is a miracle.   To go through moments of transfer, like the embryo doesn't always take the first time on a transfer or your levels are off or maybe one of the ultrasounds is, you know, something doesn't look good on it. We're constantly relying on the Lord and it gives us an opportunity to share with intended parents, you know, someone who didn't have hope, didn't have anything to look forward to for parenting their own children, to just like be an encouragement to them spiritually and then share these journeys with others publicly has been a great way just to share our faith and to share how going through a surrogacy journey caused us to rely on the Lord and, you know, point everything back to Christ and, you know, God being just very pro-life and we're excited to bring this life into the world.   And so, yeah, definitely a big adventure to embark on to bring two babies into the world that aren't ours, but one of like the greatest things I've ever done. It's awesome.   Laura Dugger: (31:11 - 31:25) It's a beautiful sacrifice and I'm sure others are also wondering at that moment when you meet the baby that you've been carrying, how did you handle those emotions of sharing the baby?   Sam Mathews: (31:25 - 33:42) Yes. Yeah, definitely. So, when you go into surrogacy, you know, from the beginning that it's not your child, especially as a gestational carrier, not related to it.   Throughout the pregnancy, all these milestones that you hit, you're excited for it, but you're excited for it for the parents. So, finding out, you know, there's a heartbeat and seeing the baby for the first time on ultrasound, you're excited for them. Finding out the gender, you're excited for them.   You know, delivering the baby, you're excited for them that you do a lot of mental prep, but there's also like a lot of research that shows to like plan something after delivery for your family to do, something for you to do with your kids so that when you do leave the hospital, you don't think about what you don't have anymore. You think about what you do have at your house with your family. And so, it may seem hard.   I think a lot of times people compare it to adoption where the birth mom is literally giving up her child to somebody else and the hardship that that would cause on her as a surrogate. And I can only speak for myself because I'm sure there are times where it is hard for a surrogate. But for me, it wasn't because I did a lot of mental preparing, emotionally preparing that I knowing that this child wasn't mine going into it.   I knew that at the end of it, I would deliver the baby and the baby would be taken from me and I'm not raising this child. And a lot of times you don't even touch a baby until like maybe you're discharged to see the baby before you leave. So, it's not like I'm delivering the baby.   The baby's being given to me and I'm holding and I'm bonding with it. And then it's being taken away. It's no, this is from the moment it comes out of the womb.   It is their baby and it's in their care. And again, seeing their face, their joy, the moment where like they're seeing their child for the first time is so rewarding. And that's something that I would never want to take from them.   It was never my role to be this baby's mother. It was to just carry their baby and to bring their baby into the world. And so, it's not as hard as you think, thankfully.   I mean, I wouldn't have done it a second time for sure if it was. And we're praying about a third one. But it's so rewarding.   And yeah, you know from the beginning that it's not yours. So, it's easy to, in a sense, pass the baby off.   Laura Dugger: (33:43 - 34:56) Well, that's a story that really encapsulates stewardship. I think that's a great example.    Did you know you could receive a free email with monthly encouragement, practical tips, and plenty of questions to ask to take your conversation a level deeper, whether that's in parenting or on date nights?   Make sure you access all of this at thesavvysauce.com by clicking the button that says join our email list so that you can follow the prompts and begin receiving these emails at the beginning of each month. Enjoy.    For both of you, your lives are just fascinating mostly because you're living this life of faith and sacrifice. So, it's compelling to get to hear how you're actually doing that. But then I love how you call out that you don't recommend people go to the other extreme and become reckless and chase adventure. You discern between choosing adventure and chasing adventure.   So, I'm wondering if you can give us any of your definitions or parameters around what choosing adventure does and does not look like for you.   Dan Mathews: (34:57 - 38:00) Yeah, I think that choosing adventure for us is looking at opportunities where we can spend as a family, where we can get outside of our comfort zones and just really put it in the Lord's hands. Have fun along the way, you know, whether it's ziplining or jumping off a cliff, like a lot of people think adventure has to be this grand thing and super dangerous. And for us, it isn't really.   Like there's been a couple of times where we've been like, this got crazy quickly. Maybe we could have planned it out a little bit better. But at the end of the day, it all worked out.   And so, when we talk about people choosing instead of chasing or not being reckless, it's all about like, do something new, do something fun, do something that puts you outside of your comfort zone, but isn't going to put you in a bad position. I'm not the guy that's like, you know what? Never swam across Lake Michigan.   I'm going to give it a go, see how it happens, and see what happens. If that's the case, it's like maybe start out with a triathlon and see what you're going to do and work your way up. And so, I don't ever want anyone to take the book or take the things that we say or the adventures that we've had in life and think I'm going to do something absolutely crazy that doesn't make sense.   That's not logical. That's not safe. Like, that's not what this is about.   It's about just getting outside of your comfort zone. And the more you're outside of it, the more comfortable you become with being uncomfortable. And I tell people, like on some of my backcountry hunts, I want to be comfortable in suffering.   Like when I'm really, really struggling physically to climb up a mountain with a 70-pound pack on my back, I want to be like, I know I'm making it out of this. It's not fun in the moment. Like it hurts.   My legs are burning. My back hurts. I feel like I need a break, but I'm going to keep pushing through.   And when I look back on that, I'm going to go, that was brutal and awesome. And I loved every second of it. And I feel like that's how, how we view our trips, our road trips.   I mean, driving, what was it? Thirty something thousand miles in a couple months and visiting dozens and dozens of states. It was like, there were times where it was like, I don't want to be on the road anymore.   The wind is literally about to tip the RV over. I'm almost taking out construction cones or running into things because I had never driven an RV before. And the very first place we go is Wisconsin.   And we drive right past Chicago and there's like construction for a hundred miles. And so it's like all of those things, they were fun. Yeah, they were scary in the moment we got through, we were never in any real danger.   And so, yeah, I feel like it's a stair step when it comes to adventure. I didn't start out just wandering around Alaska by myself. It started with going down to Arkansas, being five miles away from the vehicle and then kind of built from there.   Sam Mathews: (38:00 - 39:50) Yeah, to not be reckless, like to, you know, we talked about this earlier to move forward when you have peace. And just because you have peace with it, someone else may not understand it. But with peace, like there's wisdom too.   You don't want to move forward with a lack of peace and not using wisdom in a decision because yeah, that will get you in trouble and that will cause hardship and pain later down the road. But if you have peace about something and there is that open door and you feel the release from the Lord to go on this adventure, then do it. And even though if it doesn't work out, you know, God will still work everything out.   But yeah, like Dan said, when you, the more you do things that are outside your comfort zone or that, you know, even others may not agree with, but you feel at peace with and you're moving forward, the easier it becomes to do those. And the more you would trust the Lord. And like you said, again, it doesn't have to be some grand adventure.   We encourage people that if they're new to choosing adventure and they're new to stepping outside their comfort zone, try like a new restaurant one day, go to like a new, I was thinking the other day, we live in Missouri and we always travel outside of Missouri for adventure. I'm like, we need to do a six-month adventure just within Missouri. Like we drove two hours South and through Missouri to go to Georgia last week.   And we were driving down this hill on one of the roads. I'm like, this looks like, it looked like Georgia already, or it looked like Colorado, the hillside and the trees and the fog, I'm like, this is beautiful. And I look down, I'm like, oh, we're still in Missouri.   So, there's so much to adventure and to explore in your own backyard or down your street that it doesn't have to be something crazy wild. We're not saying go, you know, jump out of a plane and skydive or something, but just start small, start where you have peace and where you feel the Lord's leading.   Laura Dugger: (39:52 - 40:26) That's great. I love having a handful of practical things. I think of my brother, Drew and his wife, Amanda, when their kids were really little, they just drew a two hour radius to see what places would be fun to go invest and explore.   Or for us, I would say one of our most recent adventures, we didn't know what it would look like on the other side, but it's become one of our favorite things in life and probably our best decision in parenting for us as we started homeschooling our kids last year. And it has been a wild adventure.   Sam Mathews: (40:26 - 40:27) That's an adventure.   Laura Dugger: (40:28 - 40:36) So, any other tips to get people started? Those are even trying the new restaurant. Yeah.   Anything else like that that you would say?   Dan Mathews: (40:37 - 42:13) The nice thing is that we all have this supercomputer in our hand or in our pocket all the time. And there are so many lists of like the top 10 places to see, places to eat. There's books that are just like places to canoe before you dive, places to hike before you dive, and they have all of this stuff listed out.   And so, it's not that you have to be a pioneer and find a new place that nobody's ever been before. Look at the research that people have done before you and look at lists, get on Pinterest or any social media platform and try to just figure out what are practical things that you can do. And then you can also say, how difficult is this going to be for me?   Do I really need to jump that far into it right now? Or should I just go to a local park that might have a cool cave that I can explore? Or maybe there's a creek near the house and like, what if we just go down there and see if we can find fish or crawdads or try to skip rocks?   My kids, that is one of their favorite things. I'm like, I love doing it as a kid. I didn't realize how exciting just the act of watching a rock skip on the water would be for kids.   And so there's, yeah, there's a million different resources online for things that you can practically do close to home. And it might, for some people, just be trying that DIY project instead of calling a carpenter to put yourself up, you know, or a handyman. Like, give it a try.   The worst that's going to happen, you have a hole in your wall. Now you watch a video on how to patch it.   Laura Dugger: (42:14 - 42:37) That's so good. And I'm seeing a theme. A lot of these are getting outdoors and nature.   That's always an adventure. But then I'm even thinking simple things in conversation, trying out a new question, even with a loved one. Or you said at the beginning that you love hospitality.   So inviting somebody new into your home. I think any of that novelty is just really good for us. Yeah, definitely.   Dan Mathews: (42:38 - 44:32) Yeah, I think even making it a point in conversation when somebody asks you how your day is, instead of just saying good and continuing on, actually stop and talk to them. Because a lot of people, their biggest fear might not be going on a road trip, might not be financial ruin. It might just be opening up and being vulnerable with another person.   And so it could be the person at the office that you've never actually had a conversation with. You know each other. You might wave when you walk by their desk.   But actually talk to them. Get to know them. Tell them about yourself.   And so the book has a lot of those types of things lined out where it's like it might not be physical. It might not be out in nature. It might be within your home.   It might be, I mean, some people need to do this with their kids. Like that might be the scariest thing is talking to your teenager. Like actually having a conversation.   And we're going to sit down and we're going to have a meal together and actually talk as a family. And so, yeah, it looks different for everybody. And that's one thing, because our passion is being outside.   Like Sam wants a houseboat. She wants to buy a houseboat and renovate it and live in it for a certain amount of time. And we've had other people who a bunch of homeschool families bought sailboats and sailed all around the world as they were homeschooling their kids.   And I heard that and I was like, yeah, yeah, we're going to have to do that at some point. But I know for a lot of people, just going outside is a big deal. And so it looks different for everybody.   We do give a lot of nature examples, but there's different ways for every type of person, every level of. What would you even call it? Social.   There's a lot of different levels to the social scale. And so no matter where you are, there's something for you to be a little bit more adventurous.   Laura Dugger: (44:34 - 44:42) OK, so like I said, you've made a compelling argument for getting outside of our comfort zone. Why do you think some of us resist this attractive lifestyle?   Sam Mathews: (44:43 - 46:46) Yeah, I think there's fear in it. There's sadly nowadays, you know, what will other people think of me? What will what if we fail?   What if we lose money? What if we what if I look a certain way that I don't want to appear to others? And that's where you just have to think back to Christ.   Like what is it? What really matters at the end of the day? It's how God views you.   And if you fail, oh, well, what if the Lord like just opens up so many doors and creates an avenue for you to get out? Or what if so much good comes from it that we can't be afraid of failure? Again, move forward cautiously with wisdom and with the Lord's peace and direction.   But in our book, we share one of our biggest adventures was going out to Colorado and renovating a van for five days. And we broke down on the side of the road, something no one wants to do in the desert, in the middle of twice. We did twice.   We broke down in the middle of Kansas and then in Colorado again. And it was we'll be honest, it was not fun. It was one of like the scariest times.   But looking back, like we're so thankful we did because so much good came from it. Like we met some amazing people who helped us along the way. And it's now one of our favorite stories to tell of encouragement that just because you say yes to adventure and just because something bad happens, it's not all a waste.   And I think, yeah, that fear just keeps people from being able to move forward and being like, you know what? Like I'm comfortable right here in my house, my kids in public school, not going anywhere because I know where my money's coming. I know like what's happening tomorrow.   I know how people are going to respond. And I'm just going to like stay here. Not that that's a bad thing, because the Lord needs people in every season in every situation.   But if he's prompting you to step out and to try something new, like don't be afraid of what's required from you or what could happen. You never know like where it could lead.   Dan Mathews: (46:47 - 48:10) Yeah, I think a lot of it is those few things, fear, pride, or just you believing that God isn't big enough or doesn't care about your situation. And unfortunately, a lot of people are there where I really want to try this, but like what if things go wrong? And for us, it's like when things go wrong, that's where the Lord provides.   That's where the Lord directs. That's where he leads. That's where his word can be the lamp to your feet and a light to your path.   When you're trying to do it all on your own and you're staying in this safety net of comfort, nothing amazing happens in that place. And so, we've seen it time and time again, the Lord's provision, the Lord's provision in our lives and not only the provision financially, but actually like setting us free from constraints like social constraints of like you have to work nine to five. We heard that over and over and over.   And I'm like, well, the nice thing is Sam and I are both hard workers and super driven, and I'm sure we could get jobs again. Yeah, so like worst case scenario, we run completely out of money and we go back to go back to work. And I'm like, what does failure actually look like?   And I try to get people to break it down for me. People who are like, I'm glad that worked for you, but that couldn't work for us. And I go, why?   Sam Mathews: (48:10 - 48:10) Yeah.   Dan Mathews: (48:11 - 48:20) Like, why couldn't it work for you? And they're like, well, I like what happens if it doesn't work out? And I'm like, let's expand on that as far out as we can think.   Sam Mathews: (48:20 - 48:21) Even the worst.   Dan Mathews: (48:21 - 48:24) Like, does that work? Like, are you going to die? No.   Sam Mathews: (48:24 - 48:24) Yeah.   Dan Mathews: (48:24 - 49:02) Like, no, you'll probably just come back home if it doesn't work out, you know? And so, trying to trying to show people that because the fear of the unknown is pretty significant to people. Something completely new to them that they've never tried it's really challenging to get people to take that first step.   But once they do, the second step is easier. The third step is easier. And pretty soon you're jumping and sprinting and you're like, whoa, this whole life is out here that I didn't even know existed.   So yeah, I definitely think it's those three, though.   Laura Dugger: (49:03 - 50:59) That's good. And it makes me think that typically the way that we grow our faith is action. We put our faith into action and God gives us with more faith when we're faithful with the little faith that we have.   And it also makes me think back, I believe it was episode 82, 82. Traveling With Your Family With Teacher, Wife, and Mother to 4,, with the guest, Katie Mueller. I'm going to link to it. I think you guys would love it where she parallels what God called people to do throughout the Bible with travel, what that looks like today, practical, fun things.   But Sam, something that you said reminded me of this when you're like, “Well, if nothing else, it's going to be a great story.” And she referred to that, like when things went wrong growing up on their travels, they laughed so hard about those memories. And in their family, they tragically lost their dad very unexpectedly.   Actually, her mom, I'll link to Joyce Hodel's episode as well. She shares that story. But their family has all of these stories and all of these memories from choosing adventure.   So that makes me start to think of marriage and family. And as we put that together with adventure, you guys always make adventure feel approachable, even in parenting. And I'm thinking on page 15, you wrote that as a kid, anytime you get to drive cross country, stay at a hotel or eat at a restaurant, it's an adventure for no reason other than it's a break from the norm, right?   And you know what? That's the whole point. Choosing adventure is about stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new.   There's no right or wrong way to do it. So, with that in mind, Dan and Sam, how can we begin to enjoy this adventurous life in marriage and in family?   Sam Mathews: (51:00 - 51:49) Yeah. Bringing your kids along is such a fun, it requires a little bit more packing, but such a fun aspect to adventure. And going on date nights with your spouse, trying something new, experiencing it together, finding something you enjoy together, but realizing that it can also, there's another level of fun to have your kids along with.   And sometimes we'll drive 30 minutes away and stay at a hotel for a night just because it's a new place to go and the kids love it. And it doesn't have to be expensive. They go putt-putt and that for them is the greatest thing.   If you end it with ice cream, it's even better than the cherry on top, that it's just something fun for them. But yeah, realizing that it can be a family thing, but it could just be you as a couple too. But yeah.   Dan Mathews: (51:50 - 54:56) Well, and for kids, there's so much adventure to be had right at home or right in your backyard. I bought, I went to Walmart one day and I bought two extra large king-size sheets just so that we could do forts. I was like, I'm gonna put these in the closet and now I've got like the alligator clips and so I can clip them to different things.   And when it's a rainy day and the kids are bored and we're stuck inside, it's just a break from the norm. And then they'll be like, mom, dad, come see what we did. And they might build like a little shop where they sell us stuff inside of their fort.   Or they might make beds for us and for the stuffed animals and for our dog and all of these different things. And so, breaking out of the norm is just what adventure is. Like if they're not used to that, if they're not used to that time together, like some days it's, we're gonna go jump on the trampoline and they're like, wait, both of you at once?   Normally one of us is getting stuff done and the other one's hanging out with them. And when all of a sudden it's like both of us unexpectedly are walking to the trampoline, they're like, oh, family trampoline jump. If you need really good ideas for adventure and you're a parent, just watch Bluey.   If you haven't seen Bluey, that dad is awesome. And like we used to do the claw game. I would put all of their stuffed animals in my lap.   My thumb was the joystick and then my other hand was the claw and they had to move it and I would pick up the stuffed animals. And to them, it was the greatest thing they'd ever done. And we saw it on a cartoon.   And so, incorporating family into it, I feel like it's just, it's really easy. And aside from excuses, there's no reason not to get the kids involved in it. Also, there's a million books about getting kids outside.   And so, like checklists that they can do. Every national park, if for those that don't know or haven't visited national parks, I didn't know this because we didn't go to any national parks growing up, but your kids can become a junior ranger. They get these booklets and they get badges of the individual parks and they have to learn about nature and about the animals that are there and about the history.   And so that became a thing for the kids. Every place we went, it was like, “Oh, I need a junior ranger badge.” And I mean, they had wooden badges just lining their chest.   Like they were some war hero and they absolutely loved it. And so there's things like that locally in nature parks and stuff. But doing it together.   I mean, that's what it's all about. For me, I watched the guys on TV and I'm like, that guy just went to New Zealand by himself or like watching alone. I'm like, I don't want to do that.   It would be pretty crazy, I feel like. I think everybody needs some type of alone time here and there. But for me, I want to share this stuff with my wife, with my kids, with my buddies.   And so, yeah, that's what it's all about.   Sam Mathews: (54:56 - 55:07) Yeah, like you said, have those stories to tell with your family, of your family members. That way, if something does happen and they pass, you have so much to look back on of the memories you're able to share together.   Laura Dugger: (55:09 - 55:15) Absolutely. And to bring those up and share them with our kids while we are together. They love hearing stories about when they were little.   Sam Mathews: (55:16 - 55:16) Oh, yeah.   Laura Dugger: (55:17 - 55:29) And you guys have taken it a step further where you document it then and preserve. So if we want continued inspiration after this conversation, where can we go to follow you two and your adventures?   Sam Mathews: (55:30 - 56:08) Yes, we do. Our kids love watching our travels and stuff. We share along for videos and stuff on YouTube, Facebook.   But we share our life on every platform. We are Dan and Sam. Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook.   And then Dan has his hunting content over at the Nomadic Outdoorsman. And yeah, we share day-to-day life, what that looks like, lifestyle. But then our travels, our adventures, mom life, welcoming a new baby, our surrogacy journeys, whatever life looks like at that time and how we're enjoying it, what God's teaching us, where we're going.   And we laugh along the way, the encouragement and try to inspire you to live an adventurous, fun-filled life.   Laura Dugger: (56:09 - 56:28) Love it. We'll add links to all of those things in the show notes for today's episode. And you two may already be familiar that we're called The Savvy Sauce because savvy is synonymous with practical knowledge.   And so, as my final question for both of you today, what is your savvy sauce?   Sam Mathews: (56:31 - 57:15) Ooh, practical knowledge. Let's see. I would say with motherhood, don't think that, I don't know if this would be considered savvy sauce, but it's just a good reminder to myself that as a mom, you may think you're alone in something, you're going through it, and it's just you, but you're not.   You are with a community of people who are feeling the same thing that you're walking through, going through the same thing, and just reminding yourself you're not alone because I think it makes the journey a lot easier to know that there's other people walking through the same season, the same hardship, the same joy, the same trials as you. And it makes life a little bit easier when you feel less alone.   Dan Mathews: (57:16 - 58:26) I think for me, it would be that your kids are going to be an extreme version of what you are. So, if you're showing fear and decisions, if you're hesitant, if you're not trusting the Lord, that's gonna be compounded in their lives. And they're just a more magnified mirror image of what their parents are.   And so, we try to, in everything that we do, go, is this something that's gonna set up our kids for success? And it's not like, oh, we have to have money in the bank for them, you know, for a retirement fund one day or a college fund. I'm talking like everyday lessons.   If I put my phone screen in front of my kids, they're gonna do that more and more and more. If I prioritize things that aren't meant to be prioritized over my wife, they're gonna see that. And so, we try to be very, very clear about what our priorities are.   We try to live intentionally, showing them the right way to do things and being an example to them. And so, yeah, that'd be my savvy sauce.   Laura Dugger: (58:27 - 58:49) I love it. You two are so full of integrity and you definitely shine the love and the light of Jesus brightly by the way that you live. So, I know I'm leaving this conversation feeling very inspired to choose adventure.   And I just wanna say thank you for being my guest today.   Sam Mathews: Thank you so much for having us. It was a joy.   Dan Mathews: (58:49 - 58:50) It was a blast.   Laura Dugger:  (58:52 - 1:02:06) One more thing before you go. Have you heard the term gospel before?   It simply means good news. And I want to share the best news with you. But it starts with the bad news.   Every single one of us were born sinners, but Christ desires to rescue us from our sin, which is something we cannot do for ourselves. This means there is absolutely no chance we can make it to heaven on our own. So, for you and for me, it means we deserve death, and we can never pay back the sacrifice we owe to be saved.   We need a savior. But God loved us so much, he made a way for his only son to willingly die in our place as the perfect substitute. This gives us hope of life forever in right relationship with him.   That is good news. Jesus lived the perfect life we could never live and died in our place for our sin. This was God's plan to make a way to reconcile with us so that God can look at us and see Jesus.   We can be covered and justified through the work Jesus finished if we choose to receive what He has done for us. Romans 10:9 says, “That if you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” So, would you pray with me now?   Heavenly Father, thank you for sending Jesus to take our place. I pray someone today right now is touched and chooses to turn their life over to you. Will you clearly guide them and help them take their next step in faith to declare you as Lord of their life?   We trust you to work and change lives now for eternity. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.   If you prayed that prayer, you are declaring him for me, so me for him. You get the opportunity to live your life for him. And at this podcast, we're called The Savvy Sauce for a reason.   We want to give you practical tools to implement the knowledge you have learned. So, you ready to get started? First, tell someone.   Say it out loud. Get a Bible. The first day I made this decision, my parents

    The Mama's Den
    From PCOS to Pregnancy Success with Candice Bolden

    The Mama's Den

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 45:06


    Candice Bolden, entrepreneur and former professional dancer, opens up about her journey with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) - from battling weight gain and skin issues to being told she'd struggle to conceive. With lots of research, faith, and support from her husband, ex-NFL player Omar Bolden, Candice reversed her symptoms through major lifestyle changes - and now they're proud parents to a baby girl! This episode is a powerful reminder that you can take control of your health and how motherhood can inspire a whole new mindset.Check out The Mama's Den episode with Candice's husband, Omar here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mamas-den/id1616159115?i=1000674715097________________________ We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.Make sure you connect with our Mamas on IG: @themamasdenpodcastAshley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codieco Melanie - @melaniefionaFor more Black Love interviews and articles, and to watch The Mama's Den podcast, visit www.BlackLove.com

    Preggie Pals
    Changing Care Providers Mid-Pregnancy

    Preggie Pals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 36:17


    You're mid-pregnancy and you need to change your medical care provider. Eeek! There are a million reasons why. Perhaps your insurance changed, you moved or you're simply unhappy with your current OB/GYN or Midwife. So, what happens next? How do you tactfully "break up" with your current provider and how do you (quickly) find someone new who can help you? What about transferring medical records and billing? Our heads are spinning just thinking about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ben Davis & Kelly K Show
    Setting the Bar: Carrie Underwooding Ex's Car

    Ben Davis & Kelly K Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 3:13


    Pregnancy hormones are real BUT that doesn't give you a license to break the law like Stephanie did in this Setting the Bar story. Source: https://www.wave3.com/2025/08/17/damaged-beyond-repair-woman-accused-pouring-salt-ex-boyfriends-car-engine-throwing-glitter-ac/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp

    ChinesePod - Intermediate
    Upper-intermediate | Pregnancy Series 10: Postnatal Recuperation

    ChinesePod - Intermediate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 16:50


    In China, the month after childbirth for the new mother is subject to a number of strict rules and careful precautions to make sure she recovers properly. This means dietary restrictions, lots or rest and no showering, to name a few! Today's lesson features a new mother and her mother discussing this important first postnatal month. Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/1798

    Beauty IQ Uncensored
    354. Builder Gel vs Gel X vs SNS, Scalp Scrubs & Pregnancy-Safe Skincare

    Beauty IQ Uncensored

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 42:44


    This week on Uncensored, we’re diving into all the beauty basics you didn’t know you needed (plus a few you definitely did). First up, Top 3: we count down the most-coveted scalp scrubs, why they’re so good for hair health, and which ones really deliver clean, flake-free, stronger, and shinier hair. Next, in Beauty IQ Hotline, we turn our attention to our nails. Builder Gel, Gel X, or SNS: Which one lasts, which one damages your nails less, and which is worth your money? Jas and Hannah break down wear time, maintenance, and salon costs so you can pick the perfect manicure for any occasion (wedding trials included). Finally, in Stuff We Love, we dig into pregnancy-safe skincare. From serums to SPF, facials to Botox alternatives, we explore what’s genuinely safe, what to avoid, and tips for keeping your skin glowing and comfortable during pregnancy. Plus, Hannah's must-have products that actually work. Everything Mentioned: UNIQLO: C Sweat Wide Pants Kmart Long Sleeve Top and Pants Comfort Pyjama Set Kérastase Symbiose Micro-Exfoliating Cellular Treatment 200ml | Anti-Dandruff Bondi Boost Pink Salt Scalp Scrub - 250ml Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt 250ml Skin Care, Hair Care and Cosmetic Treatments in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding asap N20 peptide complex The Ordinary Argireline 10% Solution Medik8 Liquid Peptides Drone-Targeted Peptide Complex 30ml COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum 150ml Alpha-H Liquid Gold Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral SKINSCREEN™ Dermal Therapy Eczema & Dermatitis Cream Submit your Beauty IQ Hotline questions and Build My Cart challenges for Hannah and Mel @adorebeauty on IG. Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Jasmine Riley For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au Disclaimer | Privacy Policy Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Woman's Hour
    Weekend Woman's Hour: Afghanistan, RFU President Deborah Griffin, Pregnancy sickness, Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton

    Woman's Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 56:48


    Four years after Taliban fighters retook the capital Kabul on 15 August 2021, UN Women, the gender equality agency, is warning that the situation for women and girls in Afghanistan is increasingly untenable. They say without urgent action, this untenable reality will become normalised and women and girls will be fully excluded. To discuss further Anita Rani was joined by Fawzia Koofi, former deputy speaker of the Afghan Parliament & peace negotiator, and BBC senior Afghan reporter Mahjooba Nowrouzi, recently returned from Afghanistan.As rugby fans across the UK look forward to the Women's Rugby World Cup, Anita speaks with rugby trailblazer Deborah Griffin. An amateur player since university, Deborah co-organised the first ever Women's Rugby World Cup, held in Wales in 1991. Earlier this month, she became the first woman to take up the role of President of the Rugby Football Union.A woman in Wales who felt forced to terminate her pregnancy after being unable to access the anti-sickness medication she needed is calling for the drug to be made more widely available. Sarah Spooner was suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum which left her vomiting more than 20 times per day and unable to eat or drink. But she found it virtually impossible to access Xonvea, a medication which is recommended as a first-line treatment in England but not in Wales. Nuala McGovern hears Sarah's story, and speaks to Dr Caitlin Dean from Pregnancy Sickness Support about why there is a postcode lottery across the UK for women needing Xonvea.Emma Holten tells us we need a feminist revolution. The author has spent years investigating the true value of care - and how rethinking it could transform our societies. Her debut book, Deficit: How Feminist Economics Can Change Our World, examines how mainstream economics systematically undervalues care work and advocates for reshaping policy to reflect its true worth.England goalkeeper and Lionesses legend Hannah Hampton joins Nuala on Woman's Hour fresh from winning the UEFA European Women's Championship. Born with a serious eye condition, doctors told her she should never play football. She came into the recent Euros with questions over her ability to fill the gloves of recently retired Mary Earps. To add to that, she revealed her grandfather had died just days before the biggest tournament of her life began earlier this summer. Despite this, Hannah had an extraordinary tournament, particularly in those agonising penalty shootouts. She joined Nuala to chat all about it.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Emma Pearce

    My Daily Story
    S28 Ep4: My In-Laws Plotted to Destroy My Pregnancy

    My Daily Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 21:53


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    MamaDoc BabyDoc
    Natural Ways to Encourage Labor to Start

    MamaDoc BabyDoc

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 22:28


    Ready to meet your baby but waiting (and waiting) for labor to start? In this episode of MamaDoc BabyDoc, we explore natural, evidence-based ways that may help encourage labor to begin. From movement and acupressure to the role of intimacy and relaxation, we separate fact from fiction and share what research really says. Whether you're preparing for birth or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical, science-backed insight to help you feel informed and empowered in those final days of pregnancy.

    True Healing with Robert Morse ND
    Dr. Morse Q&A - Acute Myeloid Leukemia - MOG Antibody Disease - POTS - Pregnancy #788

    True Healing with Robert Morse ND

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 122:43


    To have your question featured in a future video, please email: questions@morses.tv Please include at least: Age, Weight and as much history as possible.

    The Tudor Dixon Podcast
    The Tudor Dixon Podcast: The Hidden Effects of SSRIs on Pregnancy with Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg

    The Tudor Dixon Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 24:56 Transcription Available


    In this episode, Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg discusses the implications of SSRIs during pregnancy, the role of serotonin in fetal development, and the importance of transparency in FDA communications. The conversation also touches on the hormone therapy debate, the issue of over-medication in society, and the need for a focus on root causes in treatment approaches. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.com Watch The Tudor Dixon Podcast on RumbleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Testimony Podcast
    PREGNANCY Q+A : TTC, Fertility Journey, Believing in Faith, Working Through Fears, Tips for Each Trimester

    The Testimony Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 81:16


    0-19 min : Fertility journey recap, believing God for a child & walking in faith20-26 min : Q -- 'Did you ever feel afraid to miscarry?'27-37 min : Q -- 'Did you struggle at all with body image?'38-55 min : Q -- Recap the trimesters ; lessons from each tri, tips56- 1:06 min : Transition, grieving old versions of yourself & embracing the new, learning how to leave and enter seasons well 1:07-1:08 : Q -- 'What have you been craving?'1:09-1:10 : Q -- 'What is your birth plan?'1:11-1:13 : Q -- 'favorite parts of pregnancy?'1:14 : Q -- 'Supplements?'♡♡Closing Prayer ♡♡We are temples of the Holy Spirit, made by God for God, and when living in His design we can experience true wellness. -- EPISODE 1, SZN 3 : I am currently 29 weeks pregnant and did a Q+A to kick off the new podcast season -- we chat through the up[s and downs of ttc, believing when the odds are seemingly stacked against you, trusting God's timing, fears, transition, trimester high and lows, and so much more♡ ** EPISODES NOW LIVE ON MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL**__________Linden's Instagram : @lindenmckayWORK WITH ME : Get to the Root of Your Health Symptoms & Have a Personalized Protocol made for YOUR body -- Bloodwork Consultsthe supplement that helped clear my skin, decrease inflammation, restore my gut , heal my food allergies & transformed my health:  Reishi Mushroom ‘KING' Coffee Check out my  E-Book! Your Simple, Empowering, & All Encompassing E-Book on Nutrition : SatisfiedShop my Favorite Foundational Supplements & Beauty Products – ShopMy LinkAmazon Storefront — low toxic home products, my groceries, books, body care : Amazon storefrontBodyBio : ‘LINDENMCKAY' Discount

    Striving to be Spiritual
    31 Weeks Pregnant || How to Use Your Senses for Less Anxiety in Pregnancy

    Striving to be Spiritual

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 16:23


    There are a variety of ways to bring more positivity into your pregnancy and I share one that is very simple can help bring more positive thoughts into your life for less anxiety, stress, and overwhelm.  My First Birth at 31 Weeks References: Bridget Tyler Pregnancy Week Guide Mama Natural Pregnancy Week by Week Guide **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Program)**: This self-led video program, made to help foster positivity durning pregnancy. It is for women who have or do struggle with pregnancy and who want to have strong mental health during and specifically the first trimester of pregnancy during the nausea! This Mini Course will help you mentally navigate the hardships of the physical changes of pregnancy, especially that morning sickness phase. Direct link to Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood website: Positiveinpregnancy.com Other Episodes you might like: Anxiety? Stressed in pregnancy? Podcast episode Strategies to Calm Fears and Worries in Pregnancy Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes:  Pregnancy Affirmations and Their Importance During Pregnancy Love Focused Free Affirmations on Pregnancy Pregnancy Affirmations For When It Feels Heavy Episodes on Dealing with Nausea in the first trimester: Puking and Feeling Like I Can't Coping with Nausea in Pregnancy Intimacy in the First Trimester Episode YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy Email me at: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com    

    At a Total Loss
    Lara: Losing Malek & Finding Answers

    At a Total Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 63:24


    In this episode, my ATL Loss Mama friend, Lara, tells us about her sweet 1st son Malek who passed at 28 weeks. She has since had her 2nd son Sami who is turning 1. Lara has a rare autoimmune disorder which could possibly play a part in her pregnancies. However, there just isn't much research or information out there. We discuss warning signs, not knowing what they were, lack of information during pregnancy and what that means for subsequent ones. We hope this shines some light for anyone dealing with similar disease and wanting to bring home living babies. Find Lara on IG at @lara.aqel Find your loss posse on LossLink.com! *************************************NOTE: I am not a doctor or a therapist. The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own.  I am just a real life loss mom describing her experiences with life after loss. These are my experiences, and I'm putting it out there so you feel less alone. Always do your own research and make informed decisions!For more REAL TALK about baby loss and grief, hit subscribe to be notified when another episode drops!Instagram @thekatherinelazar Youtube: @thekatherinelazarEmail: thekatherinelazar@gmail.comWebsite: www.katherinelazar.com Some helpful resources:https://countthekicks.org/https://www.measuretheplacenta.org/https://www.pushpregnancy.org/https://www.tommys.org/ Local to Atlanta:https://www.northsidepnl.com/ 

    Authentic Biochemistry
    Immunological Pathobiochemistry Obesity in Pregnancy and Lactation 4 XVII Authentic Biochemistry Podcast Dr. Daniel J Guerra 14AUG25

    Authentic Biochemistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 73:17


    ReferencesProtein Cel l 2018. 9, 196–206 J Biol Chem. 2012 Nov 23;287(48):40131-9Biol Sex Differ. 2023 Sep 28;14:66J Biol Chem. 2012 May18;287(21):17589-17597PLoS Biol 2014. 12(10): e1001969. Cells.2020 Dec 16;9(12):2697. Int Rev Cell Mol Biol. 2016:325:215-73Redox Biology 2021. 47, November 102165Richards/Jagger. 19 75. "Wild Horses"https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=nY_GgPi5eCM&si=QFvbe-4tXX_8WqoFLamm, R. 1969. Beginnings, Chicagohttps://music.youtube.com/watch?v=lI-BMDnti4c&si=fHHMO-NwVEB5NSo9Lamm, R. 1971. "Free"https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=5VK77V4hWTo&si=pgRZYVfjGwF65BQKLamm, R.1971. "At the Sunrise"https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=o_X909h1x1k&si=3HMv6gS9Mf0mGLRM

    For the Love of Hormones- Christian Healthcare, Ovulating, Hormones, Get Pregnant, Miscarriage, Ovulation, PCOS Symptoms

    Have you ever gotten a faint positive test, started to hope… and then it was gone before it even felt real? Today, I'm walking with you through the tender topic of chemical pregnancies - what they are, why they happen, and how to grieve them well when the world around you might not even acknowledge the loss. I'll also share my own story of two early losses, what I wish I had done differently, and how I finally began a healing journey that led to peace, answers, and healthy pregnancies. Whether this is fresh for you or something you've tucked away for years, I pray this episode brings you permission to mourn and also to hope for your next step.   Resources & Links: ✨If you would like personal support on your journey but are not sure how to get started, book a free 10-minute consult with me here: www.bekahyawn.com/consult ✨ Join Fertility Framework: If you're ready for deeper support, personalized cycle guidance, and faith-filled encouragement, come join me inside Fertility Framework! This is a space where you AND your husband can learn about the science of your cycle while keeping God in the centre of your fertility journey and growing towards Him together. Read the testimonies & enroll here: www.bekahyawn.com/course  ✨If you're curious about your personal hormone health, take my free Hormone Quiz:  bekahyawn.com/quiz ✨ Want daily encouragement and support? Join our free online community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/802419477419221  ✨ I've put together a free faith-filled booklet to help guide you through this journey. It's called Faith-Driven Fertility, and it's full of practical steps and encouragement for trusting God while supporting your body for conception.

    The Endurance Drive Podcast
    Episode 93: Mental Prep for UTMB, Pregnancy Mindset Modifications, and Reconnecting With Your Why

    The Endurance Drive Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 49:01


    In this week's episode, Elena and Katie catch up on all things training, mindset, and life as Elena wraps up the final month of prep for UTMB and Katie navigates the second trimester of pregnancy as an endurance athlete. Topics include: why “saying maybe” and listening to your body is sometimes a better training approach than saying yes; unsolicited comments on pregnant athletes' bodies and training and how to handle them; how to take the pressure off going into big events, including going “Strava dark,” planning adventures, and reconnecting with your why; Elena's big days at the Speedgoat 50K and “Soft Rock” and how they helped her build confidence for UTMB later this year; hydration strategies in ultra endurance events; and more! We love it when casual life catch-ups turn into insights-packed episodes for the podcast, and we hope you enjoy it too. Check it out!To view extended show notes for this episode, visit: theendurancedrive.com/podcast To share feedback or ask questions to be featured on a future episode, please use ⁠this form⁠ or email: Katie@TheEnduranceDrive.com.

    Black Women’s Health
    Rihanna: Pregnancy spacing. .How close is too close?

    Black Women’s Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 9:16


    Rihanna's back-to-back pregnancies have sparked conversations about pregnancy spacing - how close is too close between births? In this episode, we break down what research says about short pregnancy intervals, the risks for mom and baby. Whether you're planning your next child or just curious about the medical facts, you'll learn what's recommended and why timing matters.

    Evidence Based Birth®
    EBB 367 - Early AROM and High-Dose Pitocin with all Inductions? Breaking Down the Latest Induction Trends with Jennifer Anderson, RN, Doula, and EBB Instructor

    Evidence Based Birth®

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 59:33


    Jennifer Anderson, RN, experienced doula, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, and member of Team EBB, returns to the podcast to join Dr. Rebecca Dekker in unpacking a new trend in labor induction protocols—starting Pitocin at higher doses and incorporating early artificial rupture of membranes (AROM). Drawing from her work with high-risk clients and firsthand experience inside hospital systems, Jennifer highlights how policies aimed at “optimizing” labor often prioritize speed over patient-centered care. Together, they examine what's in these new induction bundles, the evidence behind faster-moving protocols like dual-method cervical ripening and 4x4 Pitocin, and the importance of informed decision-making at every stage.   (04:10) A Client Story That Sparked Concern Over High-Dose Pitocin (07:27) What “2x2” vs. “4x4” Pitocin Protocols Mean (09:41) Hospital Protocols: What the Nurse Can (and Can't) Do (12:25) Inside the New Induction Policy: What's Changing and Why (18:40) Balloon Checks, Membrane Sweeps, and Patient Comfort (23:43) “Timely AROM” and the Push for Early Artificial Rupture of Membranes (30:54) Does Early AROM Shorten Labor Without Increasing Infection? (45:19) Alternatives to Shorten Labor Without Breaking the Water (52:04) Why a “Failed Induction” Policy Can Prevent Unnecessary Cesareans (55:43) How to Push Back on High-Dose Pitocin or Early AROM   Resources Explore Jen's work: birthfusion.com | @birthfusion Take the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class: ebbirth.com/childbirth-class/ Watch the EBB Crash Course on YouTube here Get the EBB Labor Induction Pocket Guide here EBB Failure to Progress Resource Page: ebbirth.com/failuretoprogress EBB 155 – Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Dr. Juan Michelle Martin EBB 118 – How to Have a Healthy Postpartum Transition with Dr. Alyssa Berlin   For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.  

    The FU Project
    EP 158: Path to Parenthood

    The FU Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 20:26


    In this heartfelt episode, a guest shares her emotional journey through IVF challenges, including the disappointment of having 70 eggs yield only one abnormal embryo, and the impact of OHSS (Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome). She discusses the crucial support she received from Tasha and her consulting team and the transformative steps she took to improve her chances. And the best part, her journey culminated in a successful pregnancy and the birth of a healthy baby girl!    ► Feel like you're doing all the right things… but IVF still isn't working? Let me personally review what you've done so far and pinpoint any red flags or gaps that could be keeping you from kissing your baby way sooner: https://bit.ly/3xywueB   ► Get a personalized IVF Toolkit with videos based on where you are (retrieval or transfer) and what's not working (no embryos, low egg count, pregnancy loss, etc.): https://bit.ly/3VY23I0 ► FOLLOW & LISTEN: Instagram | @tashablasiPodcast on Apple | IVF UncoveredPodcast on Spotify | Listen here Website | tashablasi.com   ► TAKING SUPPLEMENTS? Don't Skip This Step We only recommend medical-grade brands—higher quality, better absorption, no shady fillers. Browse our curated dispensary (discounts included—no code needed): https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/fup...     #IVF #Fertility #Infertility #IVFSupport #TTC #TryingToConceive #TashaBlasi #FertilityCoach #IVFConsultant #IVFSuccess #EggQuality #EmbryoTransfer #HormoneHealth #NaturalFertility #BabySteps    

    Woman's Hour
    Women and heat, Surrey Police on catcalling stunt, Pregnancy sickness

    Woman's Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 56:41


    As a heatwave grips the UK, we ask whether soaring temperatures impact women differently to men and what should be done about it. Professor Mike Tipton, Professor of Human and Applied Physiology at the University of Portsmouth, joins Nuala McGovern to explain. The author Paula Sutton has written her second novel, The Body in the Kitchen Garden. The interiors stylist and TV and social media personality talks to Nuala about creating plots to challenge her fictional detective Daphne Brewster, and her real-life passion for cottagecore and swapping city living for a cosy rural lifestyle. Several newspapers this morning are talking about the decision by Surrey Police to send undercover female officers out jogging to catch catcallers. They went running during rush hour to expose the frequency that women are harassed while exercising in public. A 2021 survey by Runner's World revealed that 84% of women had been harassed while jogging. Inspector Jon Vale, Borough Commander of Reigate and Banstead and Surrey's violence against women and girls safer spaces lead, joins Nuala. A woman in Wales who felt forced to terminate her pregnancy after being unable to access the anti-sickness medication she needed is calling for the drug to be made more widely available. Sarah Spooner was suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum which left her vomiting more than 20 times per day and unable to eat or drink. But she found it virtually impossible to access Xonvea, a medication which is recommended as a first-line treatment in England but not in Wales. Nuala hears Sarah's story, and speaks to Dr Caitlin Dean from Pregnancy Sickness Support about why there is a postcode lottery across the UK for women needing Xonvea. Sydnie Christmas captivated television audiences when she won Britain's Got Talent in 2024, becoming the first female singer to win the contest. With a background in musical theatre, the singer and actress impressed the judges with her powerhouse vocals. Since her win, she has released a debut album, topping the iTunes charts in the UK and US, and now she's starring as villain, Cruella De Vil in 101 Dalmatians, the musical at Eventim Apollo, London. Presenter: Nuala Mcgovern Producer: Emma Pearce

    The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama
    Pregnancy Unpacked Week 35: You Are Closer Than You Think | 194

    The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 11:37 Transcription Available


    Hey mama! Welcome back to Pregnancy Unpacked with your birth bestie, Trish. In this episode, Trish unpacks what it's like being 35 weeks pregnant. From what's happening with your baby, like gaining fat and practicing breathing, to what you might experience, such as pelvic pressure and Braxton Hicks contractions, we've got it all covered. Plus, learn what to expect at your 35-week prenatal visit, including the Group B Strep (GBS) test, and why you should be prepared for it. Trish also reminds you of the importance of preparing your mind, home, and team as you get closer to meeting your baby. Join the Calm Mama Membership: labornursemama.com/cmsLeave a review and include your Instagram username for a chance to win our monthly raffle!Helpful Timestamps:00:58 You're 35 Weeks Pregnant02:21 Baby's Development at 35 Weeks04:42 Common Symptoms and What to Expect06:33 Doctor's Visit and GBS Testing08:27 Mindset and Preparation Tips09:43 35 Week Checklist and Final EncouragementMore from this episode:Don't forget to check out the free workshop for more tips on having a faster, smoother birth: labornursemama.com/faster Join the #1 Birth Course for Confident Birth!Over 15,000 women have used our classes to prepare for birth with the knowledge and tools provided by a Labor Nurse.

    MommyTrack Daddy Whispers
    #135 - Miscarriage and Preventive use of Progestrone

    MommyTrack Daddy Whispers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 23:20


    A Listener reached out sharing her regret over taking Progestrone the first time around, reason Age 35+Women are given progestrone in Pregnancy routinely for the following reasons:Bleeding in Current PregnancyHistory of Miscarriage Age - 35+ In this episode, we discussAre all these reasons legitimate to use progestrone - a steroid hormone preventively in Pregnancy?Are there any side effects you should know of?Step by Step sample of my  guidance to my parents when they come with a issue.What can you do when you have a similar situation.This episode does not offer individual solutions, it gives a direction of approach and brings informed consent at the forefront of these conversations.General Consultation LinkFree Breastfeeding Guide LinkResearch Papers Link: https://europepmc.org/article/med/14583982https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13643-016-0294-5https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD006175/abstracthttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/Yamini-Pokale/publication/290474768_Cytogenetic_Studies_of_Recurrent_Miscarriage-_A_Review/links/56d32f6208ae4d8d64a77631/Cytogenetic-Studies-of-Recurrent-Miscarriage-A-Review.pdfSupport the showSign up for Childbirth Preparation Programs! visit www.birthagni.com/birthclasses This episode is supported and made possible by podcast recording and hosting tool Zencastr, it is impeccably made! Use my link : https://zen.ai/vxmuJUgYKKGTF3JuTuFQ0g to sign up and record flawless remote podcast , USE my code : BIRTHAGNI Support the show:Donations (India) - https://birthagni.com/birthagnipodcast#podcast-listDonations (world) - buymeacoffee.com/birthagni If you like what you hear, leave us a rating on Spotify app and answer the question at each episode! a review on Apple podcasts. Share on Whatsapp/Insta/FB Share on Instagram and tag us @divyakapoorvox Support the production by making a donation at ...

    Authentic Biochemistry
    Immunological Pathobiochemistry. Obesity in Pregnancy and Lactation 3 XVI Authentic Biochemistry Podcast Dr, Daniel J Guerra 13AUG25

    Authentic Biochemistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 67:22


    References J Biol Chem. 2012 May 18;287(21):17589-17597Protein Cell 2018. 9, 196–206.Biol Sex Differ. 2023 Sep 28;14:66Bob Welch/Christine McVie/Danny Kirwan/John McVie/Mick Fleetwood. 1972 Bare Trees" full album Fleetwood Machttps://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nr8AaADiPpe16ybU_hxVTH9k5zG8t2T6A&si=z9iB0lbB0sxgHFWvBruch, M. Violin Concerto 1.in G minor. Op 26.https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=UtJ3g90w_14&si=IGqsUl4bk1dK-WWD

    Authentic Biochemistry
    Immunological Pathobiochemistry Obesity in Pregnancy and Lactation 2 XV Authentic Biochemistry Podcast Dr, Daniel J Guerra 12AUG25

    Authentic Biochemistry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 65:35


    ReferencesJ Biol Chem. 2012 Nov 23;287(48):40131-9Biol Sex Differ. 2023 Sep 28;14:66J Lipid Res. 2015 Jan;56(1):11–21Bach,JS. 1721. The Brandenburg Concertos-complete BWV 1046-51https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kYLbFG2sSrlNLRyoOX9DP9qoVvLjkjGy8&si=SONQW-ke7FPIXBZT Lake, G. 1970. Lucky Man ELPhttps://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Qs8F1a04rHY&si=ySNSxhCJgVKfXjGJ

    Engadget
    Oura rolls out new features for pregnancy and perimenopause

    Engadget

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 5:47


    It will help you track your vital signs during both processes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Probably a Podcast
    Ep 160: Boys and Breakups feat. Taylor Monaco

    Probably a Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 69:13


    This week, Shannon catches up with her best friend and one of your favorite guests, Taylor Monaco! As married women and mothers, they each share their own boy drama, bad breakups, and the advice they have to get through it. They chat about the different flavors of fuck boys, and the importance of moving on and making new happy memories in once sad places. She She and Tee Tee answer some of your questions: what if you're getting the ick over text? When do you feel better after a breakup? Who ordered the surf and turf? They compare screen times, bringing friends on family vacations, and read a sweet, nostalgic note from Shannon. Whether you're here for the heartwarming stories, the silly dating experiences, or simply to listen in on some girl talk, enjoy Episode 160: Boys and Breakups.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Welcome Back to Probably a Podcast00:34 Redecorating the Podcast Room01:51 Nursery Inspirations04:32 Pregnancy and Swelling12:22 Screen Time Confessions17:13 Walker Finds a Special Book19:05 Going to Church26:00 Classic Boy Behavior31:31 Boyfriend Stories and Red Flags34:19 Social Media and Relationships36:49 Advice on Dating and Texting42:15 Breakups and Moving On52:03 Funny Breakup Stories01:08:26 Annoying Husbands and Final ThoughtsLINKS:Follow Shannon: https://instagram.com/probablyshannon/Follow Taylor: https://www.instagram.com/taylorambermonaco/Follow Producer Courtney: https://instagram.com/whatsacourtney/Follow Probably A Podcast: https://instagram.com/probablyapodcast/Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/probablyshannonfordProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Whole Mamas Podcast: Motherhood from a Whole30 Perspective
    #375: How to Prepare for Postpartum Like a Pro with Dr. Morgan MacDermott

    Whole Mamas Podcast: Motherhood from a Whole30 Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 58:13


    Pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood are not meant to be navigated alone. In this powerful episode, naturopathic doctor and mom of four Dr. Morgan MacDermott helps us understand why modern motherhood can feel so overwhelming and what we can do about it. From navigating pregnancy and planning for birth to recovering during postpartum and beyond, Dr. Morgan offers a compassionate yet practical roadmap for mothers who want to feel supported, prepared and empowered. We explore the pitfalls of today's fragmented support systems, how to reintroduce time-tested wisdom into your motherhood journey and why building a postpartum care team before birth changes everything. Whether you're pregnant, newly postpartum, or considering motherhood, this episode is your invitation to slow down, get intentional and reclaim your confidence through community, preparation and self-trust. Topics Covered In This Episode: Postpartum support planning for moms Lactation consultant and newborn care tips Ancient wisdom for modern birth How to reduce birth trauma and anxiety Building a motherhood care team before baby Show Notes: Learn more about Dr. MacDermott Listen to the Healthy as a Mother Podcast Sign up for The Immediate Postpartum Series Follow @morganmacdermot on Instagram Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's  online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset,an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood. Listen to today's episode on our website Dr. Morgan is a rising leader in women's reproductive health committed to helping modern mothers transform their daily struggles into stepping stones toward a more supported, balanced, and confident state of being.  As a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and mother of four young children, Dr. Morgan MacDermott blends functional medical expertise, clinical skill, and first-hand experience to help women navigate wellness for themselves and their families. She is the founder of Milk Medicine™, a comprehensive online community of educational resources guiding women through the many transitions of motherhood - from pregnancy, through birth, and throughout postpartum. Dr. Morgan co-hosts the Healthy as a Mother podcast with Dr. Leah Gordon, a weekly educational conversation around becoming and being a mother.  This Episode's Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley's products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by heading to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women's health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM20 for 20% off Needed's Complete Plan! Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.   INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

    Wandering Aimfully: The Show
    256 - Last ep before baby! What pregnancy has been like…

    Wandering Aimfully: The Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 72:57 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we're answering a handful of questions about our pregnancy journey so far (36 weeks as of recording!) We talk about everything from favorite (and least favorite) parts, to how Jason's been helping, to what's surprised us most along the way.We also chatted about:How we've prepared financially for babyWhat it's been like stepping back from WAIMSome of the more emotional, unexpected shifts we've experiencedPlus, a few questions about what work and childcare might look like and the baby's future citizenship in Portugal.

    The Homebirth Midwife Podcast
    The Home Birth of Charli's 3rd Baby

    The Homebirth Midwife Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 52:31


    The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is back! Sarah McClure and Charli Zarosinski share the story of Charli's third birth — a joyful and empowering home water birth of her daughter, Daphne. Charli reflects on her more relaxed mindset during pregnancy, the humorous and sweet moments of early labor, and the calm, celebratory environment created by her birth team. She describes moving through labor with strong support, natural progression, and firm encouragement from Sarah, culminating in an immediate and powerful emotional connection with her baby. The episode highlights the intimacy, autonomy, and unique care possible in home birth midwifery, leaving Charli grateful to close her childbearing chapter on such a high note. If you like what you get here, you'll like our online childbirth education course even more. It's a more detailed look at the stages of labor, how to cope, and what to do along the way to set yourself up for success. It also shows partners what to expect from their point of view and what they can do to support you in labor. Stay Connected With Us! Website: https://hearthandhomemidwifery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HearthandHomeMidwifery YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hearthandhomemidwifery1206 The Homebirth Midwife Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of midwifery, medicine, or other professional health care services. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast are at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

    Besties with Breasties Podcast
    S5E26: Thriving Beyond Cancer: A Career Transformation Story with Kelly Burke

    Besties with Breasties Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 33:23


    Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Besties with Breasty podcast! Hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes are joined by special guest Kelly Burke, founder of Career Slay, to discuss the journey of career transformation after a breast cancer diagnosis. Kelly shares her powerful story of being diagnosed at 29 while pregnant, navigating treatment during the pandemic, and ultimately finding new purpose and joy in her work. Whether you're a survivor, supporter, or simply seeking motivation to make a change, this episode is packed with honest conversation, practical advice, and hope for anyone facing life's unexpected turns. 00:00 – Welcome & Introductions 00:25 – Mission of Faith Through Fire 00:46 – Meet Co-Host Jamie 01:08 – Young Survival Coalition Conference Recap 01:37 – The Desire for Change After Treatment 01:59 – Introducing Kelly Burke & Career Slay 02:17 – Kelly's Story: Diagnosis at 29, Pregnancy, and the Pandemic 04:41 – Navigating Treatment and Career at the Same Time 06:12 – Taking Leave and the Relief of Rest 07:38 – Returning to Work: Promotions and New Perspective 09:13 – Beth's Story: Post-Cancer Career Struggles 10:44 – Permission to Pause and Find Authenticity 11:27 – Burnout, Stress, and Health Warnings 13:15 – The Wake-Up Call: MRI and Tension Headaches 14:54 – Family Priorities and Career Break 16:35 – Planning for Change: Financial and Emotional Prep 17:58 – Launching Career Slay 19:35 – What is Career Slay? Coaching, Podcast, and Speaking 21:47 – Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs 23:15 – Advice: Take One Step at a Time 24:59 – Building Your Personal Board of Directors 26:01 – Final Thoughts: Living with Purpose 26:21 – Where to Find Kelly Burke 26:43 – Closing & How to Support the Podcast Connect with Kelly Burke: Website: https://www.careerslay.com/speaking Social: @CareerSlay

    Tavis Smiley
    Latham Thomas joins Tavis Smiley

    Tavis Smiley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 22:36 Transcription Available


    Latham Thomas, world-renowned doula and founder of Mama Glow, takes us inside her new audiobook, “Peaceful Parenting: Mindful Meditations for Pregnancy, Parenthood, and Promoting Harmony at Home.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

    Herbal Womb Wisdom
    When contraception fails! How it happens and why practicing FAM can help you prevent pregnancy more confidently

    Herbal Womb Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 46:10


    Click here to send me a quick message :) Wait? So contraception can fail?I'm sure we've all heard the stories of folks using some form of contraception and still ending up pregnant, or maybe this has been you!It was a little uncanny to hear that my last two guests on the podcast BOTH had the experience of becoming pregnant while using contraception in their early years of sexual activity.So I thought it would be a great topic to cover at the foundational level.What does it mean for contraception methods to fail? How does that happen? And what should you be aware of to enhance your pregnancy prevention practice?In today's episode, I explore:the proper use of condoms how to effectively practice withdrawalsome basics on working with cervical caps, diaphragms, spermicide, Phexxihow your pelvic floor muscles may play a role herewhy PIV sex during menstruation is NOT reliable birth controland more!Resources:Get started tracking your cycle: Track Your Cycle (FAM) guideSign up for the Fall 2025 waitlist here: Natural Contraception Fall 2025 waitlistToday's shownotes: When contraception fails!Episode 90: Effective Non-hormonal birth control optionsEpisode 146: 5 benefits of practicing natural contraceptionEpisode 185: Enhanced orgasms + the path to lifelong pleasureIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend, or take a screenshot and share on social media and tag me @herbalwombwisdomAnd if you love this podcast, leave a rating & write a review! It's really helpful to get the show to more amazing humans like you.  ❤️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I'm an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal concerns.Support the show

    The Dr. Asa Show
    Tips to Help With Pregnancy

    The Dr. Asa Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 7:31


    Longevity, Success, Healthy Living, and Nutrition Made Simple Join Our Health Club Community FREE https://www.drasa.com/health-club   Visit Us At Our Health Club Retreats https://www.drasa.com/retreats/ It's Dr. Asa Here... Ask Me Your Question! Text Me: 407-255-7076 Call Me: 888-283-7272 Send me a DM: @DrAsa We are here to help you live your best life. You don't have to live lower than your potential for the rest of your life! Also our Health Club Providers are here to help guide and teach you on how quickly you can reach your health and wellness goals at: https://www.drasa.com/find-a-provider

    Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria
    Politics of Adoption w/ Gretchen Sisson

    Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 57:54 Transcription Available


    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by qualitative sociologist, Dr. Gretchen Sisson. Gretchen's researches pregnancy, abortion and adoption at Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health (ANSIRH) department at UC San Francisco. Her 2024 book is: “Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood “ Follow Gretchen: @GretchenSisson

    Australian Birth Stories
    563 | Hannah - two births, Vaginal Breech Birth, NICU Journey, and Raising Awareness About CMV in Pregnancy, infant loss.

    Australian Birth Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 88:57


    In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Hannah, a midwife and lactation consultant from the Southern Highlands, who shares her profound journey through two very different birth experiences. Hannah takes us through her first pregnancy with daughter Beatrix, including the unexpected discovery of a breech presentation, her decision to pursue vaginal breech birth at Westmead Hospital, and the challenging NICU journey that followed. She then courageously shares the story of her son Alby, whose life was tragically cut short at 17 months due to complications from congenital CMV - a preventable condition that Hannah is now passionate about raising awareness for. This episode is both heartbreaking and educational, highlighting the importance of CMV screening in pregnancy and the incredible strength of families navigating complex medical journeys.__________ Australia's trusted baby sleepwear brand ergoPouch has launched the Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG Guide—the only monitor combining real-time environmental insights with evidence-based sleepwear recommendations. Drawing on 15+ years of safe sleep expertise, this device integrates monitoring with their globally trusted What to Wear guide, helping parents dress babies appropriately based on room temperature for confident, calm bedtimes. Exclusive ABS Offer: Purchase the Drift Home and entire ergoPouch range exclusively at ergopouch.com.auABS listeners get 20% off sitewide with code AUBS — valid until 11:59 p.m. on 18th August 2025 (exclusions apply). Plus, ergoPouch is launching something new and elevated next week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    True Birth
    Two Days, Two Docs: Stories from the Delivery Room: Episode #186

    True Birth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 35:31


    Two Days, Two Docs: Stories from the Delivery Room takes you inside an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at 48 hours in Labor & Delivery through the eyes of two physicians: Dr. Yaakov Abdelhak and Dr. Apig Mosses from Maternal Resources. From the adrenaline of middle-of-the-night emergencies to the quiet, awe-filled moments of new life, these stories capture the highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you're a fellow clinician, an expectant parent, or simply curious about what really happens beyond those hospital doors, you'll hear the human side of medicine—raw, real, and unforgettable.     YouTube: Dive deeper into pregnancy tips and stories atyoutube.com/maternalresources . Instagram: Follow us for daily inspiration and updates at @maternalresources . Facebook: Join our community at facebook.com/IntegrativeOB Tiktok: NatureBack Doc on TikTok Grab Our Book! Check out The NatureBack Method for Birth—your guide to a empowered pregnancy and delivery. Shop now at naturebackbook.myshopify.com .  

    Gary and Shannon
    Chat GPT Is Glitching

    Gary and Shannon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 37:07 Transcription Available


    #SWAMPWATCH / Rideshare nightmare talk-backs.. Pregnancy discussion /Chat GPT is Glitching (LOOK AHEAD FROM FRIDAY). War on AI Slop. 

    The Mama's Den
    AD from Love is Blind on Finding Her Perfect Match

    The Mama's Den

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 50:23


    AD, reality TV star and podcast host, joins the Mamas to dish on going from a heartbreak on Love is Blind to finding her happily-ever-after on Perfect Match - where she met her fiancé, Ollie Sutherland. Now expecting their first child (we're screaming!), AD spills all the tea on her pregnancy body changes, planning two weddings, and how she's carrying her biggest life lessons into motherhood and marriage. The Mamas swap wisdom on breastfeeding, postpartum, and building a partnership...showing that no matter how you become a mama - self-care, support, and communication are everything.________________________ We love getting Listener Letters! Send any thoughts or questions for the Mamas at podcasts@blacklove.com.Make sure you connect with our Mamas:Ashley - @watermeloneggrollsCodie - @codiecoMelanie - @melaniefiona________________________ LOVE BLACK LOVE? Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/blacklove?s...For more Black Love interviews and articles, visit http://www.BlackLove.comFollow Facebook: blacklovedoc  Instagram: blacklove  Tiktok: blackloveinc#BlackLoveDoc #blacklove #blacklovemagic

    Preggie Pals
    Making Sex Comfortable During Pregnancy

    Preggie Pals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 40:42


    Sex during pregnancy is different for every woman. You may have a huge sex drive... or the thought of your partner giving you the entire bed while he sleeps on the couch may sound more appealing. If you do want to have sex, you may be concerned about your overall comfort. Is sex during pregnancy different than "regular sex"? What changes can you expect? What positions work best for a growing bump, and what should you avoid altogether? Yep, this one's explicit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Aligned Birth
    Ep 188: Creating a Comfortable Birth Environment

    Aligned Birth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 67:50 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis episode is more than a "what to pack in your hospital bag".  We dive into the must-have essentials for your hospital birth bag, but we also talk about what homebirth items you might want to have on hand, that you may not already have. From comfort items to crucial documents, we cover everything you need to ensure a smooth and stress-free hospital birth, but we also chat about the potential for an extended stay at the hospital and what you might want with you.  Tune in to discover tips and tricks that will make your hospital stay or your homebirth more comfortable and organized. Don't miss out on this essential guide for expecting parents!Strength, Energy & Breaking Barriers ft. Smriti Mandhana | Live Your Best Life, UnscriptedInspiring stories & wellness insights from icons to help you live your best life. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showWant to show your support? Want to help us continue doing this important and impactful work: Support the Show (we greatly appreciate it!)Don't miss new episodes: Join the Aligned Birth CommunityInstagram: Aligned Birth Email: alignedbirthpodcast@gmail.com Find us online:Sunrise Chiropractic and Wellness North Atlanta Birth Services Editing: Godfrey SoundMusic: "Freedom” by RoaDisclaimer: The information shared, obtained, and discussed in this podcast is not intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified healthcare provider familiar with your individual medical needs. By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This disclaimer includes all guests or contributors to the podcast.

    The Business Savage
    Ep 104. Balancing Pregnancy and Business: You Can Do Both

    The Business Savage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 18:59


    How to Thrive Being Pregnant & Being a CEO: Balancing Motherhood, Business, and the Dance of DualityCan you grow a business and a baby at the same time? Absolutely.In this raw and empowering episode, Cassandra share her unfiltered journey of being 40 weeks pregnant while running a thriving business.From navigating unsolicited advice and societal projections, to dismantling the belief that women must choose between motherhood and ambition, Cass open up about the fears she's faced, the healing she embraced, and the mindset shifts that changed everything.You'll hear:Why pregnancy can sharpen your focus and amplify your leadershipHow to reject other people's limitations and define your own truthThe power of discernment in filtering advice and protecting your visionHow to integrate masculine drive and feminine flow in business and lifePersonal insights on body image, energy, and honoring your capacityWhy motherhood can be the ultimate energetic audit for your businessWhether you're a CEO preparing for pregnancy, a new mom building a brand, or a woman dreaming of both, this episode is your permission slip to stop choosing and start integrating. You can hold both the empire and the womb… and thrive in the process.

    Unlock U with Dr. Shannan Crawford
    Becoming Mama: Honoring Your Body, Emotions, and Marriage During Pregnancy with Dr. Grace

    Unlock U with Dr. Shannan Crawford

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 20:51


    Pregnancy isn't just about growing a baby—it's about becoming someone new. In this tender and truth-filled episode of Unlock U with Dr. Shannan Crawford, licensed psychologist Dr. Grace Spencer invites you into the sacred, messy, and miraculous journey of pregnancy and early motherhood. With gentle wisdom and clinical insight, Dr. Grace helps you make sense of what's happening in your body, your hormones, your heart, and your relationship—so you can show up with grace and compassion for yourself and your partner. From emotional waves and identity shifts to the quiet aches we don't always say out loud, this conversation is a soft place to land and a strong place to rise from. You are not alone. You are not failing. You are becoming.

    The Birth Hour
    997| Unmedicated Twin Hospital Birth and Navigating Nutrition in Pregnancy - Allegra Gast

    The Birth Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 35:50


    Links: Sponsor: Visit mabeproducts.com and use code: BIRTHHOUR for an automatic $10 discount on your first purchase of a Mabē baby carrier! Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! 

    2 Black Girls, 1 Rose: A Bachelor Podcast
    Pregnancy Q&A with Justine! (Patreon Teaser)

    2 Black Girls, 1 Rose: A Bachelor Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 10:00


    For those of you who didn't know, I'm pregnant! I took your questions from Instagram and Patreon live, and pulled them together for a Q&A episode. If you enjoy this 10 minute teaser, join us on Patreon for the rest! I had a lot of fun doing this one, let me know if you have more questions or want other pregnancy content :) -xo, J CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | EMAIL: 2blackgirls1rose@gmail.com Follow Natasha's Substack The Nite Owl: theniteowl.substack.com Follow Justine for beauty content: @justlydiak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices