In this conversation, Tracy Donegan, a trained midwife and founder of Gentle Birth, joins Samantha Kelly to discuss the integration of mindfulness and self-compassion into fertility support. She shares her personal experiences with fertility challenges and emphasizes...
In this conversation, Maja Miller shares her unique fertility journey, including her experiences with IVF and the importance of nutrition and mineral balance in preparing for pregnancy. She discusses the challenges she faced, including a miscarriage, and how she...
Ciarra Morgan and Dr. Stephanie Chan discuss the different aspects of fertility. Dr. Chan emphasizes the role of functional medicine in addressing hormone and fertility challenges, and shares practical tips for tracking cycles, recognizing signs of ovulation, and...
Lacey Castilleja Fisher joins host Ciarra Morgan to discuss the emotional complexities surrounding fertility struggles and perinatal mental health. She highlights common mental health challenges faced by individuals trying to conceive, including anxiety, depression,...
Host Samantha Kelly interviews Kim Yancey, a mother, foster mom, and gestational surrogate. Kim shares her journey through motherhood, including her experiences with pregnancy, postpartum challenges, and the unexpected news of carrying twins. The conversation delves...
The hosts share their experiences as doulas, focusing on the fastest births they’ve witnessed - some were precipitous labors! They discuss the differences between first and second births, the impact of HypnoBirthing, and the joy of supporting families as they grow....
In this conversation, Allison Coleman, an experienced doula and trainer, and Ciarra Morgan discuss the essential aspects of choosing a doula training program. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, support, and the need for a comprehensive curriculum that aligns...
Midwife Leonora Colon is back to discuss the challenges of burnout faced by birth workers, particularly midwives and doulas. The conversation explores the emotional and physical toll of the profession, the importance of self-care, and strategies for managing burnout....
Allison Waage, president of Nurtured Texas, joined us to discuss the organization's mission to improve perinatal mental health resources in Texas. She highlighted the services offered, including therapy vouchers and an online directory called Christie's List, aimed at...
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