The Natural Mama Podcast

Claire welcomes naturopathic physician, Dr. Sarah Duhon, to the podcast to discuss preconception, prenatal and postpartum health, nutrition, long-term effects of lifestyle choices, autoimmune disorders, genetics, the lymphatic system, detoxing, helpful supplements, and of course... BIRTH! We explore how mental, emotional, and spiritual preparation is just as important as physical prep during pregnancy. Follow @naturalmamapodcast on IG for more info just like this!

Learn about toxins, epigenetics, fertility, sperm, relationships, healthy habits, and micronutrients as Claire goes much deeper than just fertility cleansing and pre-pregnancy wellness in this holistic episode. Listen through the end for a guide into kundalini meditation in order to alleviate stress and strengthen fertility. Prioritize your health in all aspects: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual and pick up gems of relationship advice when entering parenthood. Don’t forget to take note of the positive affirmation at the very end.

(Original release date: March 16, 2020) How do viruses affect us during pregnancy? Learn the POWER of breastmilk and how incredibly strong it is in protecting our babies from infections. What do studies say about how viruses affect children and babies compared to adults. Learn about cytokines and other immune cells within our bodies. RESOURCES: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/pregnant-and-worried-about-the-new-coronavirus-2020031619212 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30360-3/fulltext https://www.rcog.org.uk/globalassets/documents/guidelines/coronavirus-covid-19-infection-in-pregnancy-v2-20-03-13.pdf https://watermark.silverchair.com/ciaa200.pdf?token=AQECAHi208BE49Ooan9kkhW_Ercy7Dm3ZL_9Cf3qfKAc485ysgAAAmswggJnBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagggJYMIICVAIBADCCAk0GCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMjOBQ_2PxJt5sfZQcAgEQgIICHqgM7RmGqvcvv4A80swQxMIr5a7VLnO6HXuzDcLDbHbUSrNe3lwP2bSJIsHlI93-NBJxH12TWk7lZ4MpHwWBaiVKJus_SFhdi8dBLfSrm4ZTiaDM9z_dAvpzkCUr7jFfcTmzCSNpVT5EdeSUsryj3NnWhadZvZBty5fx0ieEYctpyQzAeXN5ZD8ZPJ037WdW8naYcsxXFitasvMCODyEXKOUNXncBA6KOgRV6LyZI0rHa89uac1s_A8wose0qgtF2Jk5__DDI_Xz9bL8upja09ehtuRAmkb4g2niNltALuQ7d-Sv5WPgF7qhVPiBQSIzOhTHGrk0A-GP8QIyxUsAw7Hv5EmwPrkHyvLcjhtPmhOh0yfXqtks6LDgLBL4sPd5gD3pw-5FTEHXa_IF3l2YuYFbv0n5wccBHA3pBbpZxmkPJq2CKx63IAX6bOHbhSZnndIHkQdMsCxOB9M6OAm8XaKJCaAhY_x8xWpTeGDqAVW67rSOMkvICCQPY0FhyGBJF4AKTm9xktbtM-lIx-taT1MpuiubK5oHgDvJ3QazamrL2pn2eaKMWisQbWAAFncSrz497-MLb8M0E38wstKXh3JcrByYyP5yr-xzncfAtfGGbrSd3E95jXZ-Z8yALWRAGDfpPgrZXdXbUjbKp_YNeRA_FiqZZWnLTpRED4vK-TuMdAOWBVrwkAeKwnxQaoS-kOvQPoiC00aVZVKcdyUc https://www.rcog.org.uk/en/guidelines-research-services/guidelines/coronavirus-pregnancy/covid-19-virus-infection-and-pregnancy/ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/pediatric-hcp.html http://www.metrokids.com/Kids-Spared-Worst-of-Coronavirus-So-Far-But-Flu-Taking-its-Toll/ https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11170653/newborn-baby-coronavirus-worlds-youngest-victim/

You will feel EMPOWERED listening to this episode! Claire Cook goes into detail on natural birth (what does that even mean?!), the ancient wisdom of the female body, the physiology of childbirth, fear, pain and the cascade of interventions. Learn the facts and the risks associated with Pitocin (labor induction medication) as well as the use of an Epidural... so you can make an informed decision for your birthing experience. Plus + Listen to Claire's incredible firsthand experience of what euphoric, painless labor feels like! *This is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for your own specific, individualized guidance.

1 in 6 couples struggle with infertility. Are you one of them? Fertility Expert and Certified Functional Nutritional Therapist, Caitlin Townsend, joins The Natural Mama Podcast to share with us how diet directly affects fertility in both men and women. In this episode we talk about: - How toxins in cleaning and beauty products wreak havoc on our hormones - Why you should eat greens for breakfast - How blood sugar affects fertility, and how to stabilize it - Tons of ideas for nutrient-dense, fertility boosting snacks - Epigenetics and how genes don't necessarily determine your future - How functional nutritional therapy is ideal for couples who struggle in their fertility journey To book a virtual consult with Caitlin, please visit www.nourishbycaitlin.com or check out her Instagram @nourishbycaitlin BE SURE to visit www.thenaturalmamapodcast.com too!

Welcome to the show, Certified Classical Homeopath, Jennie Hoglund! In this episode we focus on homeopathy for natural healing. Homeopathy is a individualized approach to healing with a focus on treating the root of the problem rather than masking the symptoms like most conventional medical approaches tend to do. Jennie shares with us her expertise on supporting women through postpartum mood disorders, transgenerational trauma, and even acute issues like mastitis and teething. Check out www.hoglundhomeopathy.com to enroll in Jennie's incredible course "Coming Home to Homeopathy" where you can learn how to confidently use homeopathic remedies at home!

How do we #NormalizeBreastfeeding in a society that oversexualizes boobs? What are the pros and cons of having an unmedicated birth in a hospital vs. a birthing center? In this special interview episode, Quinn Hoffmann joins the show to share her personal experience comparing two very different births. We dive deep into why there is such a strong taboo around breastfeeding in public and how to break the stigma. This is a great episode for anyone who is interested in having an unmedicated birth or plans on breastfeeding.

Learn about toxins, epigenetics, fertility, sperm, relationships, healthy habits, and micronutrients as Claire goes much deeper than just fertility cleansing and pre-pregnancy wellness in this holistic episode. Listen through the end for a guide into kundalini meditation in order to alleviate stress and strengthen fertility. Prioritize your health in all aspects: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual and pick up gems of relationship advice for entering parenthood. Don’t forget to take note of the positive affirmation at the very end. SOURCES: 1.https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/recommendations.html 2.https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/health-and-wellness-articles/dont-make-the-mistake-of-letting-a-diet-kill-sperm 3. https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/trans-fat#.Wl_lsWeovDQ 4. https://repromed.com.au/2018/07/sperm-90-day-manufacturing-period/ 5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3752894/ 6. https://www.3ho.org/

How does coronavirus affect pregnant women, breastfeeding, infants, babies and children? What can you do to protect yourself and your family during this pandemic? Claire Cook shares the latest updates based on the most recent published scientific research in order to answer these questions.

Natural Birth. What exactly does this mean and why would we want to go Au Naturel? Let's dive deep into the ancient wisdom of the female body, how it is designed and how it works instinctually during childbirth. Let's uncover the truth about fear and the dreaded pain associated with childbirth. Get all the details about something that doctors never explain, The Cascade of Intervention. Leave this episode feeling educated, enlightened and encouraged with Positive Affirmations.