Zen(ish) Mommy
265 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsA place to educate, empower, connect, and laugh. Host Jessica Gershman, a certified yoga instructor, mindfulness practitioner and a busy mom of 4, invites you to explore your own inner journey and expand on the topics you need to know to become your own best self advocate - health, sex, parenting, marriage, friendship, and everything in between; plus weekly mindfulness tips to invite a little zen into your life. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday so check back often for the latest. Follow us on Instagram@the_zen_mommy
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Transform your Marriage with Yana Gil de Montes
April 26, 2022 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBOne thing that married folks can agree on is that being in a relationship with another human being for the rest of your life is challenging. Add building a career and a global pandemic, and that could push even the strongest of bonds to the brink. After getting married, Yana Gil de Montes realized that if she wanted to have a successful relationship, she had to find new ways to approach her marriage and her life. In collaboration with her husband, she has written and developed a course that ...
Empowered Parenting with Cara Tyrrell
April 19, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBSlowing down as a new mom may seem entirely impossible with the sleepless nights, the crying, the whole feeling of not knowing what to do. Sometimes just making sure they’re fed, napped, and not crying is hard enough. Joining us in conversation today is Cara Tyrrell, who has devoted her life to supporting parents in the first years of life, from birth to five years old. She is also the founder of Core4 Parenting, where she works as an online early childhood parent educator. Listeners will he...
Sophrology as a path to wholeness with Dominique Antiglio
April 12, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat if there were techniques that could help us connect with what’s within? Dominique Antiglio is here to give moms another tool for their toolbox. Sophrology is a relaxation technique which combines hypnosis, visualization, meditation, mindfulness, breathing exercises, gentle body movements and body awareness. Tune in to hear about the history of sophrology, what the practice entails, and what the twelve steps of sophrology include. You’ll hear why sophrology is not well-known in America, ...
Holding Space as a Parent and a Bonus Parent with Dr. Laura Schwinn
April 05, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBAs mothers, especially when your kids are younger, your children’s needs need to come first. But that doesn’t mean that you stop having needs altogether. Here to talk us through the minefield of looking after yourself while meeting your children’s needs is clinical psychologist, Dr. Laura Schwinn. Listeners will hear her thoughts on the feminine, and how we have lost sight of softness as a society. We explore the importance of focusing on your needs and communicating them to others, and how ...
The Magic of Sleep featuring My Green Mattress Founder, Tim Masters
March 30, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBHey Mamas, thanks for tuning in to another episode of Mom, Slow Down! How did you sleep last night? The fact is, we as Mamas, are not getting the quality sleep we need to function at our best. When we sleep, our brain stores new information and gets rid of toxic waste, nerve cells communicate and reorganize which supports healthy brain function, the body restores cells, and chemicals are produced which support our immune system. Today’s guest, Tim Masters, is a sleep expert and the creator...
Failing Forward with Lindsay Preston
March 29, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBHere today to share her unique story of heartbreak, triumph, and hope is multi-certified women’s leadership coach, Lindsay Preston, who has dedicated her life to helping women become the strongest version of themselves. In today’s episode, she shares what it was like to find out that her ex husband was living a double life and how her two-year-old daughter became her motivation to be strong and rebuild her life. She reveals a bit about her therapy journey, as well as her introduction to coac...
Meditation you can share with your kids
March 22, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBOn this episode, Nadia Murdock leads us in the Rainbow Meditation, which she does with her son every evening. Working with breath and relaxation techniques that are accessible to children and adults, Nadia guides us through a peaceful visualization. This rainbow-themed meditation is structured around an affirmation which accompanies each bright and beautiful color. We hope you enjoy this great resource and share it with your family today! Key Points From This Episode: Nadia engages all the...
Divorce Rehab with Wendy Sterling
March 08, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBHey Mamas, welcome to another episode of Mom, Slow Down! Whether you’re a child of divorced parents, or you’ve gone through a divorce yourself, the ‘Big D’ is likely to have touched your life in some shape or form. Here to share her wisdom on navigating this tricky time is Wendy Sterling, top divorce media personality, international divorce coach, life transition specialist and founder of the Divorce Rehab, where she helps newly divorced men and women who are having trouble moving forward to...
Responding to Trauma with Dr. Paula Madrid
February 22, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBTrauma is described as an emotional response to a terrible event. Today’s guest, Dr. Paula Madrid, is a forensic and clinical psychologist, and an expert in the field of trauma. She shares how witnessing trauma growing up in Columbia has given her greater empathy and resilience, before giving us her definition of trauma, and explains how significant behavioral changes through therapy can lead to changes in brain functioning. We discuss the differences between processing trauma from a disaste...
Creating Om for Your Home with designer Carrie Leskowitz
February 15, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBMany of us may not be aware of the immense impact that the energy of our homes have on our overall wellbeing. Triggers can arise from the smallest pile of bills to large unpacked boxes left behind closed doors. We have a real treat on the show today as we are joined by Carrie Leskowitz, author of OM for the hOMe. Carrie is a certified life coach and award winning designer with more than 20 years of experience transforming both spaces and lives. As founder of Carrie Leskowitz Interiors, she ...
Part 4 of Female Sexual Disfunction; The Mind Body Connection with Dr. Somi Javaid
February 11, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBDuring this episode, we hear from board certified OBGYN, leading women’s sexual healthcare provider, founder and CEO of HerMD, about the mind body connection required for women to have good sex. Dr. Javaid has a positive outlook and believes that we are on the verge of a sexual healthcare revolution, and that we have to be mindful about the way we talk about sex in our households. We touch on the impact of growing up in a conservative household on getting in tune with your sexual self, and e...
Part 3 of Female Sexual Disfunction; Unraveling the Myths of Female Sexual Disorder with Dr. Somi Javaid
February 10, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBFemale sexual wellness expert, Dr. Somi Javaid, is here to share her insights on the multitude of myths around female sexual disorder today. Tune in to hear the difference between desire and libido, and arousal, how female sexual arousal disorder is distinct from problems with libido and desire. We touch on painful sex, and the plentiful solutions available to treat sexual dysfunction on all levels. During this episode, we talk about the importance of being self-aware to track changes and co...
Part 2 of Female Sexual Disfunction; The Bio O with Dr. Somi Javaid
February 09, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this episode, we welcome back Dr. Somi Javaid, a board certified OBGYN and leading women’s healthcare provider. As we continue the conversation, we delve into the often elusive female orgasm, and the huge number of stoppage points that can inhibit orgasm. We talk about the problems with orgasm, including complete absence, interval to orgasm, intensity, and dissociative orgasm. The clitoris is the only organ in the human body that is solely dedicated to pleasure, and less than 25% of women...
4 Part Series on Female Sexual Disfunction; Part 1: From Nurturer to Love with Dr. Somi Javaid
February 08, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBSometimes it seems like everyone in the world is having better, more satisfying, spine tingling sex than you are. But today’s guest, a board certified OBGYN, leading women’s sexual healthcare provider, founder and CEO of HerMD, is here to help you unravel the web of questions around sexual health. On this episode, you will get a glimpse into some of the women’s stories Dr. Javaid has heard, and you’ll learn how, when you’re practicing doorknob medicine, you can’t really advocate for anyone. ...
Healing Yourself to Heal the World with Akshaya Chinapa Reddy
February 01, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBHealing Yourself to Heal the World with Akshaya Chinapa Reddy As moms, we often have to wear many different hats, but few of us excel at wearing all of them like today’s guest does! Akshaya Chinapa Reddy is a life coach, a mom, a rebel, a soul-seeker, and a compassionate human who helps high-functioning women develop a healthy mindset so that they can grow and transform in all areas of their lives. On today’s episode, she shares five intentional practices with us and explains why she belie...
Liberating Your Life Force Energy through Orgasm with Kim Anami
January 25, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBLiberating Your Life Force Energy through Orgasm with Kim Anami Welcome back Moms to this thrilling episode with the Vaginal Kungfu Master, Kim Anami. Join us today to learn why Kim's mantra is, "If I can do it, you can do it", and how she is fighting the status quo about sexuality and motherhood in Western cultures. From her wealth of knowledge, Kim educates us about how sex can be used to rebirth and recharge us, and how when you feel you don’t have the time for it is when you need it mos...
Money Matters with Joyce Marter
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBMoney Matters with Joyce Marter Many of us attach our worth to our financial status instead of realizing that we are innately worthy and deserving. Here today to discuss all things mindset, self worth, and mental wealth is licensed clinical professional counselor and expert in self esteem, mindfulness, and career development, Joyce Marter. Tune in to hear how Joyce discovered that, as clients progressed in therapy, they started making more money, and how she came to apply the same inner wor...
Finding Attention and Inquiry through Yoga with Lara Heimann
January 11, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBYoga is multifaceted, and each of us has a unique experience and perspective to share. Today, we welcome Lara Heimann, an international yoga pioneer and physical therapist focused on evolving the practice of yoga to empower movement and balance among a modern lifestyle of technology and sedentariness. She is redefining the practice of yoga through her LYT method, emphasizing smart alignment, functional movement, and spiritual wellness and, in today’s episode, you’ll hear how Lara found yoga ...
Finding your 'Fit' with Taylor Walker Sinning
January 04, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBAs we welcome a new year, you might find yourself doing an audit of the things you rocked in 2021, and the things you didn’t quite get to. Fitness is bound to fall somewhere on that list. Here today to chat all things movement and health is Taylor Walker Sinning, global fitness icon, certified personal trainer, holistic health coach and fitness model, who sees ‘fit’ as more than just fitness, but also being able to fit nutrition, self-care and wellness practices into the mom-wife-career equa...
Dear White Women, You Can Do Better
December 28, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBDear White Women Systemic racism, anti-racism, and education have been topics of interest ever since we started seeing abuse by law enforcement officers of the Black and brown communities play out on our TV screens last summer. If you’re wondering how to educate and how to be a part of raising a generation of children that practice anti-racism consciously, today’s episode is for you. Our guests, Sara and Misasha, have been rocking the boat with their weekly podcast, Dear White Women, where ...
Slowing Down to Find Your Flow with Strala Yoga Founder, Tara Stiles
December 21, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBSlowing Down to Find Your Flow with Tara Stiles In theory, we all want to slow down and live with more purpose but, in practice, the emotional and psychological barriers to changing your mindset can be incredibly challenging to overcome. On this episode, we host Tara Stiles, a global yoga, movement, and wellness expert, author, and Founder of Strala Yoga. She brings a revolutionary approach to being, moving, and healing, and offers some life-changing insights in our conversation today. Tara...
Teaser Episode: What is the Flow State with Tara Stiles
December 18, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBFlow State with Tara Stiles During this mini conversation, we ask Tara Stiles what her definition of being in the flow state is. She is a global yoga, movement, and wellness expert, author, and Founder of Strala Yoga with many powerful insights to share about what flow state feels like, how it benefits us, and why we should try to get into it as often as we can. We hope you join us! Key Points From This Episode: We ask Tara Stiles how she would define the flow state. The universal exper...
Creating and Keeping Chemistry with Alicia Davon
December 14, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBCreating and Keeping Chemistry with Alicia Davon Creating chemistry takes skill. Along with her husband, Erwan, today’s guest, Alicia Davon, has helped over 12,000 singles and couples have exceptional relationships. She is a relationship and romance expert who has a deep and caring interest in women’s sexual and relationship satisfaction after a profoundly transformative experience in her early college days. During today’s conversation, we talk about how she came to be in the business of co...
Episode teaser; What is Intimacy with Alicia Davon
December 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 940 KBIntimacy Mini Convo with Alicia Davon The term ‘intimacy’ is often used as a synonym for sex but, in reality, each person has a different definition for what it means to be intimate. In this short conversation, relationship expert Alicia Davon unpacks what that means. Tune in to hear more! Key Points From This Episode: How intimacy is often used just to mean sexual interaction. What it can mean: connection and attention with no distractions. Tweetables: “Intimacy can mean sex or sexual...
One Mother's Mission to Educate Parents on the Calming Powers of Infant Massage with Kahlmi founder, Elina Furman
December 07, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThe Connecting Powers of Baby Massage with Elina Furman On today’s episode, you’ll learn why infant massage is such a dynamic tool to connect with your baby. Our guest, Elina Furman is a certified infant massage instructor with over ten years of experience in the baby products industry. She is launching a new tool known as Kahlmi, the first bonding and massage tool for babies and children using acutech technology and vibration to help families connect, calm, and comfort. She is here today t...
How you can use social media to your advantage, a conversation with Sociale founder; Elizabeth McNevin
November 30, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIf you’re an entrepreneur or an aspiring business owner, today’s episode is for you! When she was laid off her corporate job in 2017, Elizabeth McNevin was left with just nine months to launch both a business and a baby. Tune in today to hear her hard-earned insights on how to leverage the power of social media to work for you! She believes that, at its core, social media is all about building relationships with potential customers, and encourages listeners to seek help both in and outside o...
Susan Stutzel believes Saying Yes to Something is Saying No to Something else, so Choose wisely
November 23, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBToday’s guest is a leadership coach who is passionate about freeing professional women from self-sabotaging their goals to help them find purpose and balance. Susan Stutzel is here today to help us set realistic expectations and redefine what it means to be a good mom, and we kick off our conversation by emphasizing that unconditional love is the basis of good parenting. We also highlight the importance of showing up as your best self all the way through because “more is caught than taught.”...
How to Sleep Train your Baby with Expert and founder of Rested Mama, Happy Baby, Mica Deshaw
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBHere to debunk some sleep myths that may have crept into your thinking is founder of Rested Mama, Happy Baby, Mica Deshaw. She provides one-on-one sleep coaching to create unique sleep plans to maximize sleep for families in under a fortnight. Mica is a pediatric sleep coach and mother of two who gets candid on today’s episode about why there’s so much unsolicited advice around getting your baby to sleep, and why you can go to all the hospital classes twice, and still not get the guidance yo...
Teaser: Looking the Part with celebrity stylist, Lauren Messiah
November 05, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.72 MBAs much as it may seem superficial to be overly focused on appearance, how you present yourself goes a long way in terms of how you are perceived in life and business. Here today to tell her own story of transformation is celebrity stylist, Lauren Messiah. We hope you join us for a nugget of wisdom that just may change your approach to personal style today! Key Points From This Episode: The story of how Lauren reset her life and started a business without changing her look. How she kept b...
Teaser: If you dress like you, you will always be in style; a conversation with celebrity stylist Lauren Messiah
November 04, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 4.03 MBIf you dress like you, you’re always in style. That’s our top tip from today’s guest, celebrity stylist, Lauren Messiah. Tune in to hear why she doesn’t have a single important piece in her closet, but aims to have plenty of staple pieces in her closet, because those are the ones that will last. We hope you’ll join us to hear how to build your own long-lasting closet! Key Points From This Episode: How you’re always in style if you dress like you. Why you will buy clothes with longevity i...
Dr. Manasa Mantravadi explains how Plastics are Disrupting our Planet and our Children's Health
October 26, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBAs moms, we want to take the best possible care of our children. Here to discuss how plastics may be affecting your children, and what you can do about it, is Dr. Manasa Mantravadi, a board certified pediatrician who launched the world’s first colorful stainless steel dishes for kids, Ahimsa. Tune in to hear about endocrine destructing chemicals and how they are considered to be the second greatest threat to human health, and the science behind how the endocrine system supports overall healt...
Teaser: what the FDA doesn't want you to know with board certified Pediatrician Dr. Manasa Mantravadi
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MB40 percent of the 6,000 chemicals present in our food have never been tested. Here today to discuss food safety and environmental responsibility is Dr. Manasa Mantravadi, a board certified pediatrician who launched the world’s first colorful stainless steel dishes for kids, Ahimsa. Despite the staggering statistics around safe consumption, Dr. Mantravadi assures us that legislators listen to moms, and encourages listeners to know their power! Tune in to hear more. Key Points From This Episo...
Teaser: Plastics are a global health threat and how one doctor created the world's first colorful stainless steel, Ahimsa, with Dr. Manasa Mantravadi
October 22, 2021 04:00 - 1 minute - 1020 KBHere to discuss how plastics may be affecting your children, and what you can do about it, is Dr. Manasa Mantravadi, a board certified pediatrician who launched the world’s first colorful stainless steel dishes for kids, Ahimsa. During this mini conversation, you will hear why there is such a high level of plastics in our lives, why this poses such a big threat to global health, and what simple changes you can make to change the situation. We hope you join us! Key Points From This Episode: ...
How Dawn Fable, the owner of female centered CBD company Press Pause, noticed CBD changed her life.
October 17, 2021 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBHow Dawn Fable of the Press Pause Project Realized CBD was Working for Her Episode S3E2 MINI CONVO: Show Notes In today’s mini convo, Dawn Fable of the Press Pause Project reveals how she knew that CBD was working for her at a family Thanksgiving dinner that she was hosting. She tells the story of how she got everything ready, cleaned the house, and welcomed 18 family members, only to realize that she didn’t have enough plates to serve dessert on. Next, she reveals that she served her gues...
How Dawn Fable, the owner of female centered CBD company Press Pause, noticed CBD changed her life.
October 17, 2021 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBHow Dawn Fable of the Press Pause Project Realized CBD was Working for Her Episode S3E2 MINI CONVO: Show Notes In today’s mini convo, Dawn Fable of the Press Pause Project reveals how she knew that CBD was working for her at a family Thanksgiving dinner that she was hosting. She tells the story of how she got everything ready, cleaned the house, and welcomed 18 family members, only to realize that she didn’t have enough plates to serve dessert on. Next, she reveals that she served her gues...
Teaser: How you know CBD is working with Dawn Fable of Press Pause Project
October 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBIn today’s mini convo, Dawn Fable of the Press Pause Project reveals how she knew that CBD was working for her at a family Thanksgiving dinner that she was hosting. She tells the story of how she got everything ready, cleaned the house, and welcomed 18 family members, only to realize that she didn’t have enough plates to serve dessert on. Next, she reveals that she served her guests on Fourth of July paper plates, and didn’t care at all! This was the moment where she realized that CBD was al...
Seeking the help of a doula for your birth experience? Katy Kelly has been present for hundreds of births over her time as a doula and she is here to tell you why being a team player is critical.
October 10, 2021 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBA Compassionate Presence for Every Birth with Doula Katy Kelley Episode S3E3 MINI CONVO 1 & 2: Show Notes We speak with doula Katy Kelley about her advice for new doulas, which centers around working as a team with all the parties and professionals involved in a birth. She reveals how her years of experience in healthcare have helped her to get accepted into the birth environment, why everyone has a part to play in the birth story, and why it is beneficial to avoid the tragic and fear-inv...
Seeking the help of a doula for your birth experience? Katy Kelly has been present for hundreds of births over her time as a doula and she is here to tell you why being a team player is critical.
October 10, 2021 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBA Compassionate Presence for Every Birth with Doula Katy Kelley Episode S3E3 MINI CONVO 1 & 2: Show Notes We speak with doula Katy Kelley about her advice for new doulas, which centers around working as a team with all the parties and professionals involved in a birth. She reveals how her years of experience in healthcare have helped her to get accepted into the birth environment, why everyone has a part to play in the birth story, and why it is beneficial to avoid the tragic and fear-inv...
Teaser: Advice for any New Doulas Entering the Field with Veteran Doula Katy Kelley
October 08, 2021 04:00 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBWe speak with doula Katy Kelley about her advice for new doulas, which centers around working as a team with all the parties and professionals involved in a birth. She reveals how her years of experience in healthcare have helped her to get accepted into the birth environment, why everyone has a part to play in the birth story, and why it is beneficial to avoid the tragic and fear-invoking birth stories online, but rather to trust the birth team and allow your own experience to come forward....
ShameProof Parenting and Ending Parent Shame with Mercedes Samudio
October 05, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBYou’d be hard-pressed to find a mother who hasn’t experienced parent shaming or mom guilt. Today’s guest, Mercedes Samudio, is a licensed psychotherapist, parent coach, speaker, and bestselling author. She has started the hashtag #endparentshaming and coined the term ‘Shame Proof Parenting’ in an effort to show parents that they are already great guides for their children to experience happy and healthy lives. During this episode, you will hear about Mercedes’ non-traditional upbringing, whi...
Teaser: Technology and Parenting with author and #Endshameproofparenting creator Mercedes Samudio
October 03, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 2.09 MBManaging technology use and abuse is one of the toughest things that today’s parents have to navigate. In this mini episode, psychotherapist, Mercedes Samudio, shares some powerful insights into how to navigate yours and your child’s relationship with the devices in your home. She explains how the past year has changed her perspective on technology usage and tells us what she often advises parents: it’s about being intentional and not mindless about usage. Mercedes suggests using your child’...
Teaser: Racism in Parenting, how we can shift our bias with Mercedes Samudio
October 02, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.81 MBLeveling the playing field with anti-racist practices is an essential element of modern parenting. Today’s guest, Mercedes Samudio, believes that teaching your children about different cultures should be as normal as teaching them the other basics of life. She is an advocate for admitting what you don’t know and then doing the research to educate yourself and your child. She also emphasizes the importance of modeling diversity in your own life in order to pass this principle along to your ch...
Teaching Girls Skills for Success with Courageous Brand Co-founder Amy Klein
October 01, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBTeaching Girls Skills for Success with Amy Klein As moms, we are limited in what we can teach our daughters. No matter how hard we try, we will never be able to offer them advice on every aspect of their lives, and this is totally normal. This is why your children need to be exposed to many mentors and experts so they can learn a range of different skills to ensure they are set up for success at whatever they try their hand in. Amy Klein’s life mission is to change the face of women leaders...
Teaser: Understanding your Parental Identity with Parent Coach, Mercedes Samudio
September 30, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.79 MBPsychotherapist and parent coach, Mercedes Samudio believes that there should be a framework for parents to refer to while they navigate raising children, which is why she has gone ahead and developed a resource to do just that. During this mini conversation, she tells us about The Parental Identity Development model she has created that asks the question ‘how do you know what kind of parent you want to be?’ through the lens of watching your child grow. She believes that parent shaming occur...
Root Cause of Infertility and Hormonal Hell with Dr. Christina Burns
September 28, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBRoot Cause of Infertility and Hormonal Hell with Dr. Christina Burns Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, today’s guest, Dr. Christina Burns, is the founder of Naturna, an integrative health centre dedicated to the fusion of Eastern medicine and Western science. We open our episode by asking Dr. Burns to weigh in on whether or not infertility is on the rise, and she gives us her thoughts on IVF and pregnancy success in women over 35. Next, she weighs in on ...
Teaser: The Subtle Interplay of Lifestyle Factors in your Fertility Journey with Dr. Christina Burns
September 25, 2021 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.76 MBToday’s guest, Dr. Christina Burns, is the founder of Naturna, an integrative health centre dedicated to the fusion of Eastern medicine and Western science. On this mini episode, we discuss why Dr. Burns believes that taking charge of your fertility journey involves the subtle interplay of factors like diet and stress before bringing out the big guns of traditional fertility treatment. Join us to hear more! Key Points From This Episode: Why it’s always appropriate to seek out knowledge, b...
Teaser Episode: Fertility Expert Dr. Christina Burns on Covid 19 vaccination, pregnancy and fertility
September 23, 2021 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.11 MBHow the COVID-19 Vaccine Impacts Reproduction with Christina Burns Today’s guest, Dr. Christina Burns, is the founder of Naturna, an integrative health centre dedicated to the fusion of Eastern medicine and Western science. On this mini episode, we discuss the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on fertility and the reproductive system as a whole. Within the context of New York, Christina discusses her belief that people should have a personal choice on vaccination based on their own medical his...
Why stretch marks can be a good thing with Amber Trueblood
September 21, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBBecoming a mom is a life-changing event for our bodies, our minds, and our identities. This concept forms the heart of Amber Trueblood’s wonderful book Stretch Marks: A Self-Development Tool for Mothers Who are Being Stretched in Every Direction. Amber is a licensed therapist, author, podcaster, and mother to four sons. As an avid reader and learner, she curates courses, workshops, and simple self-care tools for women. In our conversation with Amber, we delve into her work on helping moms fi...
Teaser: Nighttime and morning routines with Amber Trueblood
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 6 minutes - 4.19 MBNighttime and Morning Routines with Amber Trueblood During the summer months, it’s natural for bedtimes to creep continually later into the evening. This can make mornings particularly challenging when kids return to school. In this mini conversation with Amber, we discuss morning routines and why getting a good night’s sleep is integral to better mornings. She shares her tips for returning to an earlier bedtime and explains how devices can wreak havoc with your children’s sleep. Tune in to...
Teaser: Let your kids find their own socks with Amber Trueblood
September 18, 2021 04:00 - 49 seconds - 648 KBSo often moms end up being the ones responsible for finding any missing items in the house, but why is that? And is it doing a disservice to yourself and your family? In this mini conversation, we discuss why family’s fall into this pattern, how it impacts your time and why it’s ineffective. Tune in to hear more! Key Points From This Episode: How families learn the habit of automatically consulting mom when they can’t find something. Why this pattern forms and how it impacts different fa...