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Families Seeking Wellness

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings

Thinking about starting a family and don't know where to begin? Want to have a more holistic pregnancy and birth? How do you raise healthy kids naturally? Rest assured, this podcast will help you shine a light on options regarding healthy pregnancy, birth, pediatrics and motherhood.

The goal of this podcast is the share the real story on how to raise a healthy family intentionally, not by accident! Dr. Stephanie Maj brings her humor and unique outlook to interviews with experts from her hometown, Chicago, as well as leaders from around the globe. Topics include: Pregnancy, Pediatric, Webster Technique, Chiropractic, Massage, Lactation, Birth Education, Natural Living.

Dr. Stephanie Maj is a chiropractor, health and wellness expert, author and the host of the podcast, Women Seeking Wellness. She has been inspired by the works of Dr. Webster, Dr. Spock, Dr. Sears, Dr. Oz, Dr. Axe, Dr. Mercola, Dr. Minkus, Dr. Jay Warren, Ina May Gaskin, Oprah and Brene Brown.

Prenatal | Pregnancy | Natural Birth | Pediatrics | Motherhood | Parenting

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Episodes

Chiropractic care for a More Effective Labor with Dr. Stephanie Maj and Anne Nicholson Weber

August 23, 2022 13:43 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657 To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.   TRANSCRIPT: Anne Nicholson Weber: 00:00 Welcome. This is episode 2. I'm so glad you're here. My guest today is chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Maj, who explains how chiropractic care during pregnancy ca...

Preventing Infant Head Deformity to Achieve Optimal Infant Neurologic Function with Dr. Martin Rosen

April 19, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 42.1 MB

Dr. Rosen is a 1981summa cum laude graduates of Life Chiropractic College.  Since 1982 he has maintained a private practice in Wellesley, MA.  Besides his practice he has traveled nationally and internationally teaching chiropractic technique, pediatrics, cranial adjusting, chiropractic philosophy and practice management.    With his wife Dr. Nancy Watson, they also run the Peak Potential Institute, offering premier educational programs for healthcare professionals.  Their most recent bo...

Hello 2022...I'm BACK!

January 16, 2022 17:15 - 14 minutes - 17.1 MB

Love to you all! I hope to share where I have been and how I can help.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.   Women Seeking Wellness: Health & Happiness at any age! Dr. Maj is a Chiropractor, a health & wellness expert, a functiona...

What Would Dr. Steph Do? Immune System Boosting! A new segment by Dr. Stephanie Maj

February 20, 2020 20:00 - 14 minutes - 18.7 MB

What do you when you feel a cold coming on? How do you boost your immune system Dr. Steph? To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes.  To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657 To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.

The Webster Technique to Prepare Mom's body for Delivery with Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney

February 11, 2020 17:12 - 17 minutes - 15.1 MB

Drs. Steph and Kelly discuss the Webster Technique, a specific chiropractic sacral analysis and diversified adjustment. The goal of the adjustment is to reduce the effects of sacral subluxation/ SI joint dysfunction. In doing so, neuro-biomechanical function in the pelvis is facilitated.   Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney Bio: Simply put, I knew there was something more to being healthy. I never went very far. I grew up in Franklin Park, went to school in River Grove, DeKalb and Lombard. My ...

Preparing Mom's Body for Pregancy, Delivery and Life with a New Baby with Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney

February 11, 2020 17:06 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MB

Intentional actions to achieve optimal health for any woman in the perinatal time is discussed by Drs. Stephanie and Kelly.   Dr. Kelly Synowiec-Moroney Bio: Simply put, I knew there was something more to being healthy. I never went very far. I grew up in Franklin Park, went to school in River Grove, DeKalb and Lombard. My mother thought she was doing the right thing but as a child every time I had a cold the doctor put me on antibiotics. As a teenager we drank tons of pop. Then in coll...

Benefits of Chiropractic Cranial Work for Infants with Dr. Barb Gettel

December 06, 2019 16:06 - 31 minutes - 36.8 MB

Why do babies need a chiropractor? What is cranial work in terms of chiropractic and how is it different from the adjustment? How is it different from Craniosacral? What are indicators that parents can look for suggesting their child should see a pediatric chiropractor? Doctors Barb and Steph with their combined 40 years of experience discuss all of these details and more on this episode of Families Seeking Wellness.  Meet Dr. Barb: I am a graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic...

Fats that Heal. Fats that Kill with Udo Erasmus, founder of Udo's Choice Oils

October 31, 2019 13:50 - 26 minutes - 30.6 MB

Dr. Maj discusses the ins and outs of how healthy fats can change our lives with Udo Erasmus.   Here is a link so you can review the free gift. Udo’s Healthy Fats Recipe book.   http://Udoerasmus.com/drmaj BIO:  I was born during the second world war in Europe, and sometimes you will hear me say that I was born in hell and with a lot of help from visible and invisible friends, walked a long crooked path from there to heaven. Along the way, I tried out many things and learned a lot....

Intro to Headache Series

October 15, 2019 16:35 - 8 minutes - 10.3 MB

Dr. Maj's 4 part series on Headaches (from her Women Seeking Wellness podcast) starts with this intro episode. Check out all the parts as well as a case study with Stephanie S! Such a great series we decided to run it on both shows! For Headaches no More program in our office, click drmaj.com/headache Community Chiropractic, Inc. Dr. Stephanie A. Maj  1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657 773.528.8485 www.communitychiropractic.net

Welcome Dr. Jill Aardema to Community Chiropractic!

September 09, 2019 01:46 - 23 minutes - 29.1 MB

Meet and listen to Dr. Aardema talk about her journey in Chiropractic. We are so excited for her to join us on Fridays!  Dr. Jill Aardema is a 2004 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic.  In 2008, Dr. Aardema completed her post graduate work earning a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP); a Board Certified credential for licensed doctors of chiropractic in the specialty of pediatrics and pregnancy. She ran a family wellness chiropractic office in Oak Park for 10 years...

Discovering Your Biochemical Individuality for Personalized Prenatal Supplementation with Daniel Hanson

September 07, 2019 21:41 - 21 minutes - 24.8 MB

Build-a-Bump Program was developed by DHA Labs to assist men and women to discover the critical elements key to optimizing their health to achieve the healthiest outcomes prenatally. BIO: Daniel Hanson is an owner and operator of several successful companies focused in personalized healthcare. Dan is the third generation to work in clinical laboratory science with a strong emphasis on the impacts of key nutrients in brain chemistry. He is most well known for his main laboratory, DHA Labo...

What, Why and How of Using a Doula with Anna Rodney of Chicago Family Doulas

July 02, 2019 21:25 - 26 minutes - 19.4 MB

So many women wonder if they need a doula attending their birth, well Dr. Steph and Anna Rodney discuss in detail the benefits! To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes. To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657 To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be deliv...

Structural Solutions for Scoliosis with Dr. Paul Fisher

May 23, 2019 17:56 - 26 minutes - 20 MB

Discussion of what to do and how to diagnose this often ignored pediatric spinal issue. Bio: Dr. Fisher has undergone extensive Post-Graduate training in whiplash injuries, headaches, posture analysis, pregnancy, neck pain, shoulder pain, low back treatment and digital motion x-ray. He is certified in Chiropractic Biophysics and Whiplash Biomechanics. He has undertaken extensive studies in ligament injuries (the primary cause of chronic spinal pain) and has two studies pending publicatio...

3 Surprise Benefits of Chiropractic with Drs. Kristy Taylor & Jen Pitcairn...Knights on the Road

May 07, 2019 15:47 - 14 minutes - 15.6 MB

Pooping. Hands Numb. Reflux! To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes. To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657 To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.

Evidence-Based Home Birth with Corinne Westing, CNM, APN

April 09, 2019 14:36 - 22 minutes - 26.5 MB

Dr. Steph and Corinne discuss how many couples plan home births because they believe that most of the time pregnancy and childbirth are normal functions of a healthy body, not a potential life-and-death crisis that requires the supervision of a surgeon. At home, you decide where to deliver, you can move around as you desire, decide who you want there. There is no risk of unnecessary interventions, you can eat your own food, cuddle in your own bed, have a waterbirth, have siblings there or ...

The Wonder Onion...Peeling the Layers to True Health with Jamie Bennett

March 20, 2019 16:28 - 20 minutes - 23.6 MB

How do you lead your family to living a healthy life? Jamie & Dr. Maj sit down for a wonderful conversation on building an intentionally well family.   To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s...

Yelp...Just say NO!

March 13, 2019 22:31 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MB

Yelp used to be the way that people found businesses. Now, you can’t always trust what you see on their front page. Drs. Stephanie Maj and Brittany Guelzow discuss the ins and outs of their experience with Yelp, and why it might not be the most reliable source.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & spea...

Mom-Centered Tools for Energy Balance with Beth Lynch, EEM-CLP, APN, RN

February 21, 2019 18:10 - 19 minutes - 22.7 MB

Bringing Energy Medicine to the family in this informative fun conversation between Dr. Steph and Beth.   To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right t...

This is your Brain on an iPhone with Drs. Stephanie Maj and Brittany Guelzow

February 07, 2019 18:11 - 21 minutes - 25.1 MB

How is the iPhone and iPad changing the brain and spine? Sitting is the new smoking...we know you have heard that and we explain why! To ask Dr. Steph a question, call 708.808.6250 and you will hear your answer on one of our episodes.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources...

Midwife, Doula and Natural Birth Advocate Heather McCullough, CPM

January 07, 2019 21:16 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MB

Proactive and preventative prenatal care expert that is hands on help for families to have the birth they desire! How does our lifestyle affect birth?   Bio: Heather McCullough, CPM is a midwife and Faculty Educator for CAPPA in 3 programs - Certified Labor Doula (CAPPA), Certified Postpartum Doula (CAPPA) Certified Lactation Educator (CAPPA). She is also a Certified Hypnobabies Instructor, Birthing From Within Mentor, as well as an Evidence Based Birth® Instructor and Professional Mem...

Those Pesky Ear Infections!

December 18, 2018 23:24 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MB

Doctors Brittany Guelzow and Stephanie Maj discuss what’s really happening in your child’s body when they come down with an ear infection, and what you can do when they start the dreaded “pulling at their ear” dance.   To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered r...

Coaching Young Families in Mindfulness and Managing Fear and Worry with Lee-Ann Meridith

December 06, 2018 18:00 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

Kids and parents have fears and worries. Forgive yourself for making mistakes, managing imperfections and exhaustion. How to be settled enough to enjoy your baby and family? Strategies for success. BIO: Lee-Ann Meredith A Joyful, Intuitive, Grounded Reiki Master, Psychic, and Life Path Mentor. Lee-Ann's purpose is to help you find your soul's plan. After a Reiki or Life Path psychic session with Lee-Ann, you will: Feel more centered Feel more balanced energetically See a way to ...

Mindfulness in Parenting, Teaching and Life with Lee-Ann Meridith

December 06, 2018 17:46 - 19 minutes - 16.8 MB

Dr. Maj and Lee-Ann discuss her journey leading her to becoming a Reiki Master/Teacher and bringing mindfulness into her parenting and teaching. BIO: Lee-Ann Meredith A Joyful, Intuitive, Grounded Reiki Master, Psychic, and Life Path Mentor. Lee-Ann's purpose is to help you find your soul's plan. After a Reiki or Life Path psychic session with Lee-Ann, you will: Feel more centered Feel more balanced energetically See a way to move forward Feel more relaxed and less stressed out...

Supercharging Your Immune System with Chiropractic

November 20, 2018 19:53 - 19 minutes - 25.2 MB

Drs. Brittany and Steph discuss research and practical tips to boost your immune system.  To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.

Reproductive Wellness for both Women and Men | Dr. Jennifer Mercier

November 06, 2018 15:03 - 19 minutes - 22.8 MB

A holistic slant on what do you do BEFORE you decide to get pregnant. Learn more about Dr. Jennifer Mercier: https://youtu.be/4lOEeDiaGgY Bio: Jennifer Mercier has been practicing in the field of holistic and integrative wellness since 1996. Her practice started when she graduated from her undergrad program and massage therapy school concurrently and took and interest in pregnancy massage and this is where she learned about doulas. It was so intriguing to her that she decided to become...

Gently Overcoming Fertility Challenges with Mercier Therapy | Dr. Jennifer Mercier

November 06, 2018 14:51 - 18 minutes - 19.6 MB

Drs. Jennifer & Stephanie discuss Mercier Therapy and its effectiveness healing painful periods, infertility, trauma through easing adhesions and scar tissue around your organs. Learn more about Dr. Jennifer Mercier: https://youtu.be/4lOEeDiaGgY Bio: Jennifer Mercier has been practicing in the field of holistic and integrative wellness since 1996. Her practice started when she graduated from her undergrad program and massage therapy school concurrently and took and interest in pregnanc...

Holistic Parenting with Humor | Heather Provo Carney

October 17, 2018 14:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Dr Steph and Heather sit face to face and discuss her growing online community helping moms have a safe, open minded environment to educate and empower families.   BIO: Holistic Mom of 4!! Passionate about empowering moms & helping to build their family "toolboxes!” Creator of The Holistically Green Village, a holistic living community designed to be the centralized hub to educate, and build relationships between our members, holistic businesses and service providers through daily acti...

Top 5 Reasons Why Kids go to Chiropractors with my Chiropractic Knights!

October 17, 2018 10:12 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MB

Drs. Barb Gettel, Kristy Taylor, Kari Swain and Jennifer Pitcairn are in a round table discussion about why kids need chiropractors! Smart women...Amazing Doctors! To make an appointment, call  773.528.8485 or go to CommunityChiropractic.net 1442 W. Belmont Ave., 1E Chicago, IL 60657   To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox.  

The Year of Birth Pre to Postnatal | Jenny Barron Fishman

October 11, 2018 21:13 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Jenny discusses the safe space she creates in her studio for moms in that birth year, pre & postnatal! You don’t have to do this alone. Get the support you need in that pregnancy year through yoga, childbirth education, lactation help and bodywork. BIO: Jennifer Barron Fishman, LMT, E-RYT, ICCE, CIMI, Owner of Sweet Pea's Studio Jenny and her husband, Scott, opened Sweet Pea’s Studio in April of 2002. Jenny has been practicing massage therapy for over 20 years, specializing in Bodywork...

Dr. Brittany Guelzow Meet the team @ Community Chiropractic!

October 11, 2018 21:06 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

Drs. Stephanie Maj and Brittany Guelzow get together today to discuss how Dr. Brittany come to chiropractic and her passion for helping pregnant women and children get and stay well at Community Chiropractic in Chicago.   BIO: Hello! I’m Dr. Brittany Guelzow and I want to take you through my chiropractic journey. I started cheerleading when I was 12 years old. What I know now is that cheerleading is very hard on the young athletes body. By the time I was in high school, I was experienc...

Intro to Show & Dr. Stephanie Maj

October 11, 2018 19:32 - 9 minutes - 11.3 MB

Thinking about starting a family and don't know where to start? Rest assured, this podcast will help you shine a light on options regarding healthy pregnancy, birth, pediatrics and motherhood.  The goal of this podcast is the share the real story on how to raise a healthy family intentionally, not by accident! Dr. Stephanie Maj brings her humor and unique outlook to interviews with experts from her hometown, Chicago, as well as leaders from around the globe. Topics include: Pregnancy, Pedi...