Let’s talk about something that affects so many mamas but often gets brushed under the rug—mental health during pregnancy. In this episode, I’m getting real about SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors), what they are, how common they are, the benefits and the risks (yes, for both mom and baby), and—most importantly—the wide range of options availabl ... Show More
Oct 15
Birth Story: Unmedicated, Spiritual, and Supportive Hospital Birth with Justina & Kace Knowles
I shared this incredible birth story back in 2022, and it’s one that has stayed in my heart because of how much faith carried this couple through.Justina and Kace are proof that when you prepare your mind and your heart alongside your body, everything just feels different.If you ... Show More
39m 59s
Oct 7
Why "At Least You Have a Healthy Baby" Isn't Enough with Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett
Your birth doesn't have to look dramatic from the outside for it to have affected you deeply.You can have a "textbook" birth and healthy baby and still walk away replaying it at 2am, feeling like something wasn't right, like nobody was really listening to you.And if that's you, y ... Show More
48m 7s
Sep 30
Birth Story: Unmedicated, Hospital Birth with Sally Steffy
Some stories are too tender and too good to leave sitting in the archives, and Sally's is one of them. Sally shares her unmedicated hospital birth, and she does it gracefully, while her sweet grandpa had passed away just days before she went into labor. Her story is a powerful pi ... Show More
43m 33s
Dec 2020
Stress during pregnancy with Dr. Suzanne King
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Suzanne King, a scientific researcher from McGill University in Montreal. We discussed stress during pregnancy. Given the pandemic, many expecting moms might be going through lots of stress. Although it m ... Show More
53m 25s
Oct 2021
Ep 6 - Weeks 14-16 of your pregnancy
Obstetrician Jess McMicking & I discuss topics such as what beauty treatments are safe in pregnancy, placenta previa, heart palpitations, UTI symptoms, how your baby is doing at 14-16 weeks of pregnancy and more.You can purchase & download the full 40 week series (which includes ... Show More
24m 38s
Apr 2024
First Trimester Realities vs. Expectations: My Unfiltered Journey Through Nausea, Body Changes, Mental Health Struggles and Becoming a First Time Mom
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, I take you behind the curtains and dive deep into the real and raw journey of my first trimester as a first time mom.</p> <p dir="ltr">I talk about mental health, coping with nausea, and the curveballs of pregnancy diets. I also discussed the importa ... Show More
1h 7m