Welcome to At Home With Kelly + Tiffany, where naturally-minded women gather together as we pursue simplicity and confidence in health alternatives, so we can show up better in our busy lives and feel more at home in our bodies. Join your favorite homebirth midwife duo for conversation, candor and community.
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Empowering Sexual Health Through Art
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Curious about herbal and holistic approaches to womb wellness (i.e. periods, infections, libido, pleasure, pain, PMS, hormones, body confidence, fertility, PCOS, cycle irregularity, etc)? No matter what phase of life you are in, or what you've been told is - or isn't - possible, if it's related to your wombspace, it's covered here. Clinical herbalist and integrative health educator Kay'aleya Hunnybee will guide you through a range of topics by combining traditional wisdom, embodied practice, ...
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Sean, Brandon, and Trent comically delve into relatively current strange and exciting news.
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Women 2 Women Podcast, A space where women share their stories, trials, and celebrate triumphs while taking listeners on a journey of faith, inspiration, motivation, love, and hope. Women 2 Women's motto is "there is therapeutic value in shared stories."
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Hello everyone. Let’s talk life. My name is Niecey and I am willing to show you the rawest version of me. We will talk sex, love, infidelity, & failure. I want you guys to take a seat and relax because this is going to be a crazy ride. So welcome everyone to Raw Niecey.
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A Catholic conversation with two convert friends about friendship and faith in the midst of motherhood. Life with littles is better when we do it together, so grab a load of laundry, and join us (Annie & Sarah) for some laughs. After a wonderful 4 years, we gave away our microphones to tend to our full families and pursue our own friendships further. You can still reach us at laughsandlittles@gmail.com
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Every 5th Sunday of the Month, Zandra Polard sits down to discuss the food and lifestyle that keeps her happy and healthy in Las Vegas!
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In this podcast we will discuss the hidden treasure of bodywork during pregnancy. The benefits go so much deeper than relaxation only! I found the most renown experts in the field of bodywork and pregnancy, and asked them about their experiences. Why do they think it is time to give bodywork a well deserved place in prenatal care, child birth preparation and postnatal care? I am Loes Madern, and I work as a Thai massage practitioner with pregnant women. I am mesmerized by the intricacies of ...
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How can "anchors" support your menstrual and mental health? On the Cycles Journal + Embodied Ecosystems Tarot Deck with Rachael Amber
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Click here to send me a quick message :) If you're reading this, my guess is you're likely already aware that your menstrual cycle is something you can cultivate a generative relationship with. In the process of getting to know our cycles (whether through pure observation, actively tracking signs and symptoms and/or embodying cyclical living practi…
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Copper IUD's, barrier birth control, your fertile window + the benefits of progesterone! {episode medley}
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Well late summer is here, and between medicine making, food preservation and family visits, life is full. So today I'm bringing you a medley full of juicy past episode snippets all about understanding your cycle and your choices. First you'll hear about your choices of non-hormonal birth control -- specifica…
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The Herbal Doula: An inclusive exploration of herbal care in the childbearing years & beyond with Marie White
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Click here to send me a quick message :) How do you find resources you can trust around perinatal herbal care? Whether you're a birthworker, an herbalist, or on your own fertility/pregnancy/postpartum journey, it can feel confusing to sort through all the information on herbal safety and efficacy in pregnancy, birth and postpartum (especially if yo…
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Re-enlivening a wailing culture: How grief can help us feel more alive with Siobhan Asgharzadeh
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Click here to send me a quick message :) As humans, grief is an unavoidable part of life. Loss, illness, unexpected upheavals internally and externally, in relationship to others, self, the earth, our wombs, the cycles and seasons of life, and on and on. There's no poverty of opportunities to face grief, but there is a poverty of grief literacy -- …
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Herbal baths, sitz baths + compresses for pelvic health & beyond (+ my Bartholin’s cyst story)
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Last week I had some discomfort "down there." I felt a slight tinge of pain when I walked, and a little itchiness, and it felt like something was growing on my vulva. I took a mirror and a headlamp and checked it out. (Yes, you can do that too. If you've never looked at your vulva, please do. It's a treasure…
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Thrive with Plant Based Foods featuring Taujma Hall (Author and Certified holistic nutritional counselor)
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Join Dr. Cara Quant on this enlightening episode of the Viva La Vulva podcast, where she welcomes Taujma Hall, an inspiring author and certified holistic nutritional counselor. Together, they delve into Taujma's transformative journey of healing through plant-based foods, sharing personal anecdotes and insights that underscore the power of nutritio…
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Herbs for surgery? How to safely + effectively work with herbs to prepare for and recover from surgery with Elaine Sheff
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Herbs for surgery? Something commonly overlooked is how many surgeries women and folks with wombs encounter in their lifetime. From high cesarean rates and hysterectomies to endometriosis excision surgeries to hip or knee replacements post-menopause, we experience a LOT of surgical intervention and we're oft…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany emphasize the importance of a holistic approach during pregnancy to avoid birth complications. They share tips on supplement hacks, and discuss how to maintain a low-risk pregnancy and labor. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:47 Listener Review 03:15 We Heart Nutrition Supplement Hacks 08:40 The Importance of Prev…
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The roots of a fertile body (and healthy hormones): '9 Months is Not Enough' with Alexandria DeVito
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Fertility is a reflection of your overall health, wellbeing, vitality, capacity. I think it's common to pigeonhole "trying to conceive" as all about hormones, but actually our body's reproductive resilience is a mirror of what else may be going on in our bodies. There are so many factors at play, from nutrit…
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In today’s episode' Kelly and Tiffany delve into the importance of liver health and how to support it. They explain the liver's functions, discuss common misconceptions, and share signs that your liver might need extra support. The episode also touches on relevant personal stories, the interconnectedness of liver health with overall wellness, and p…
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The lost art of gentleness: Herbs and practices to soothe, tend + restore your body, mind + spirit in stressful times
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Click here to send me a quick message :) What comes up for you when you think of offering yourself gentleness? I think for many of us, we don't feel time for things like slowness, soothing, gentleness, tenderness, caretaking our own selves. We're often preoccupied with any number of other roles and responsibilities in life, and as women and folks w…
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In this birth story episode, Kelly and Tiffany recount the incredible birth of a planned homebirth following an unplanned unassisted birth. They discuss their own personal experiences in this birth, the profound moments shared with the family, and the unique dynamics of the birth process. You are sure to love this sweet birth story! 00:00 Introduct…
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How "body neutrality" led to a breast reduction + changed everything (& what to know if you're considering this, too) with Kali Perry
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Click here to send me a quick message :) What's the difference between body positivity and body neutrality? I think this is a really important distinction that today's guest - strength coach Kali Perry - gives insight into surrounding her own journey in her body as she eventually found her way to finally having a breast reduction she'd been conside…
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In this episode, Kelly flies solo to discuss essential tips for supporting conception over the age of 30. The episode covers foundational health tips, the importance of liver health, the value of proper supplementation, and the role of proactive testing and self-advocacy. Whether you are in your thirties and trying to conceive or looking for inform…
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It’s bittersweet, a little emotional, but it’s time! We’re wrapping up the podcast after 4 great years of conversation about friendship, littles, faith, and just doing life together! We talk about the reasons why it feels like time and send you off with some other podcast recommendations. If you could rate and review the podcast one last time, that…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany discuss the complexities of making informed decisions during pregnancy. From personal anecdotes to practical advice, they cover the intricate process of declining health interventions and making autonomous choices. 00:00 Introduction 00:30 The Joys of Podcasting 01:23 Declining in Pregnancy 14:59 Informed Consent …
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"Vaginal steaming is a remembrance": From unexplained irregular bleeding to deep womb connection with Jessica Birnbaum Pratt
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Click here to send me a quick message :) What does it mean to connect to your womb, anyway? I mean, is that a practical thing or totally intangible? It's a fair question, and one I would have asked many years ago when I was completely and utterly disconnected from the part of my body "where the sun don't shine." It took me many years to find my way…
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Click here to send me a quick message :) The energy of peak summer is upon us. It's been HOT and the speed of the everything-all-at-onceness with all the plants coming in, the quickening energy of social time, long days, short nights, holidays, travel, adventures, and so much more. How can you better navigate all these energies by connecting with t…
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Join Kelly and Tiffany to discuss a proactive approach to preventing hypertension in pregnancy. They explore the importance of understanding blood pressure, the impact of diet, physical movement, supplements, and herbal support on blood pressure stability. The ladies also share touching listener reviews and provide additional resources for expectin…
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Interstitial cystitis? Herbs, nutrition + clinical wisdom on this often misdiagnosed bladder pain syndrome with Jillian Bar-av
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Click here to send me a quick message :) If you haven't ever heard of Interstitial Cystitis (IC) aka Bladder Pain Syndrome, you're not alone -- but it's actually a lot more common than you may think. IC might look like all the symptoms of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI's) though it lacks the bacteria that cause those infections. But becaus…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany dive into the importance of muscle mass for women's health. From boosting metabolism to improving hormone health, they cover how women can get started with weightlifting and the benefits of building muscle at different phases of their cycle. Listen in to hear their personal journeys, tips on maximizing workouts, a…
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The many layers of herbal care for the fertility journey + beyond [interview with me from That Fertile Feeling]
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Click here to send me a quick message :) What happens when we look beyond the basics of "herbs for fertility?" Because let's be honest that quite often folks who are on a fertility journey, trying to conceive, are experiencing far more than a simple hormonal imbalance. Though of course, some folks are... and we can look in that direction too. The t…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffanyrecount a memorable birth story from their practice. They discuss the beauty and uniqueness of a 10-pound baby waterbirth, the importance of midwifery care, and reflect on their supportive roles in the birth process. They also engage with listener feedback and talk about the experiences shared during their childbir…
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How becoming a mother led to advocacy, autoimmunity & the healing power of nature connection with Andrea Dole
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Becoming a mother or parent is transformational - no matter what- and there is growth with every pregnancy and birth along the way too. But the journey of meeting, acquainting with and then navigating the world of complex caregiving when your new baby is born with special medical needs is likely hard to unde…
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In this quick listen episode, Tiffany provides a detailed overview of the essential timeline and steps to follow before conception. The episode covers important topics such as cycle charting, the impact of hormonal contraceptives, personal health goals, methylated folate intake, and the significance of choosing the right pregnancy care provider. Ti…
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We ask Alicia (mom of 10 kids ages 12-29) how we can be moms who look back and don’t have regrets about how we raised our kids. She shares some real gems - from loving children in their freedom, what is actually within our control, and preparing the environment for faith to grow - we’re so excited to share this episode with you! Messy Family Podcas…
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Take the speculum back! Empowered gynecologic exams + fertility wisdom with Françoise Molenaar
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Okay, wait what!? Is it actually possible to experience an empowered pelvic exam? If you've ever laid on an exam table with your feet in stirrups awaiting a cold speculum from a practitioner who's giving dozens of pelvic exams each day, you'd probably answer, 'hell no.' Almost every part of a gynecologic exa…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany dive into the differences between natural (unmedicated) and physiological birth approaches, exploring the philosophies behind each. They discuss personal experiences, including the empowering but challenging aspects of unmedicated births in various settings, and emphasize the importance of providing supportive env…
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Q&A with me! Hormonally active herbs through cycle phases, herb-drug interactions, sleep support & more
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Click here to send me a quick message :) This is a first my friends. I can't always answer Q's, especially in my DM's and emails, from listeners so I thought this would be a great way to share my answers (which always tend to be more nuanced than a quick response, let's be honest). If someone is asking these questions, my guess is that many more of…
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Today, your favorite midwives discuss the importance of proactive approaches in preventing gestational diabetes through lifestyle choices and healthcare support. You can expect them to dive into: -Benefits of Early Prenatal Care -Importance of Blood Sugar Monitoring -Hormone Optimization through Diet 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Benefits of Midwifery C…
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In this episode of Viva La Vulva, we're joined by directorand filmmaker Destinee Stewart, who's here to talk about her powerful short film that explores the importance of self-love, masturbation, and the discussions that sex toys can bring up in a relationship. Destinee's film offers a fresh and unapologetic perspective on these topics, and we're e…
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How can entheogens + meditation help heal pelvic pain, jaw tension and anxiety? with Allison Avalon
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Click here to send me a quick message :) I'll be the first to admit that it irks me when people use the term "plant medicine" to refer to psychedelics, or what perhaps could be more properly termed "entheogens." First of all, half of those are isolated compounds that are created in labs (perhaps originally derived from plants, but not always) and o…
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In this episode, Kelly and Tiffany chat about why they personally love sauna and discuss the benefits of saunas for women's health such as: -stress reduction -improved mental health -better sleep -heart health -improved circulation -skin health -pain relief -respiratory health 00:00 Introduction to Sauna Benefits 17:20 Detox and Drainage Pathways S…
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Hannah is a long time listener and we had such a great time hearing her story of God's grace working throughout her life, from great faith formation as a Protestant to InterVarsity Bible studies, to meeting her husband in an Anglican Church (and him becoming an Anglican priest), through infertility, and then 4 kids under 5, to entering the Catholic…
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Handbook for the Heartbroken: Navigating heartbreak, uncertainty & the gradual path to healing with Sara Avant Stover
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Click here to send me a quick message :) We all know loss, grief, heartbreak. But how many of us know how to tend it in ourselves or in those we love? Once we've made it into adulthood, many of us have experienced heartbreak -- a total shattering -- at least once, if not multiple times. And as we move onward into midlife and beyond, the heartbreaks…
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In this episode, the midwife duo reflects on a particularly memorable home birth experience. The case involved a client with premature rupture of membranes (PROM) and hypertension, as well as sensitivity to various treatments, leading to a complex and challenging birth scenario. Throughout the episode, they discuss handling unexpected complications…
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Herbs and pregnancy. Let's just say this is a topic with all kinds of perspectives depending on who you talk to. Or what link you click after your google search. So, how do you know what's safe, what's not, and who to trust when it comes to herbs, like for instance red raspberry leaf, in pregnancy? Well, it'…
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In this quick episode, host Kelly discusses the crucial topic of preconception testing for women in any childbearing phase, emphasizing its importance in planning for a healthy pregnancy. She highlights the lack of conversation around this topic by most care providers and offers detailed insight into five essential tests: -a complete thyroid panel …
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Clearing, releasing & tending womb trauma (+ other embodied wisdom) with Dr Sarah Wylie
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Click here to send me a quick message :) What does it mean to hold trauma in the wombspace? And what are some signs that indicate that womb trauma may be present? The topic of "womb healing" is a bit of a buzz these days and sometimes I wonder what people mean by that. I see social media profiles of "womb healing practitioners" and "womb healing" p…
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Join Kelly and Tiffany as they chat about some lesser known birth interventions and the importance of physiological birth experiences. 00:00 Introduction 21:32 Who You Invite to Your Birth 30:20 The Power of Words 33:22 Creating a Sacred Space Links to all the extra good stuff: Beautiful One Free Resources: HERE Natural Birth Foundations Freebie: H…
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A silent spiritual retreat weekend, taking the time to think about each kids’ needs, and some habits of good sleepers (adults) from a sleep book titled, "The Sleep Book," by Dr. Guy Meadows. We are SO LOW key in this episode, it's unbelievable. You might even want to listen to this if you need something to relax you to fall asleep. Next episode we …
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How can cyclical living inform your yoga, breathwork or movement practices? with Rebecca Rankin
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Follicular, Ovulatory, Luteal, Menstrual. Inner spring, Inner summer, Inner Autumn, Inner Winter. Waxing Moon, Full Moon, Waning Moon, New Moon. The cycles of nature are tangible in ourselves, and especially for those of us with wombs while we're in our cycling years, we have the option to align ourselves wi…
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Today Kelly and Tiffany deliver an in-depth discussion on preventing pre-eclampsia in pregnancy through holistic approaches and lifestyle changes, focusing on supporting the body's foundational functions. 00:00 Introduction 00:37 Discussion on Pre-Eclampsia 10:08 Importance of MTHFR Gene 13:18 Liver Support and Detox Links to all the extra good stu…
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What's constipation got to do with it? How your elimination impacts hormones, skin, mood & mind
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Well, today I decided to go for it and talk about everyone's favorite topic... poop. 😂 But for real, the quality and regularity of our elimination has a huge impact on our overall health. And unfortunately, we've all but normalized constipation. Most folks go to the doctor and when they're asked, "Do you hav…
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The Benefits Of Vaginal Steaming, Sex Magic and the Power of the Menstrual Cycle feat Peta Vaughan and Yoni Steam Practictioner, Jenisa Jackson
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Join us for a special Viva La Vulva LA and Vybez Entertainment collaboration with hosts Dr. Cara Quant and Peta Vaughan, featuring Yoni Steam Practitioner, Jenisa Jackson.In this special episode, Jenisa shares with us the healing properties of Vaginal Steaming also known as Yoni Steaming, a little about that Sex Magic, and how women can alchemize t…
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In this episode, Tiffany and Kelly discuss the importance and simplicity of lymphatic drainage for women. They focus on: techniques such as massage and dry brushing the benefits of using natural products for detoxification and overall wellness 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Putting Yourself First 03:31 Addressing Parenting Challenges 02:09 Exploring Lymp…
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Preparing for & reclaiming menopause the Wise Woman Way with Seraphina Capranos
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Click here to send me a quick message :) When you think about the menopausal transition, what comes up? I'm genuinely curious actually... Is it the end of the cycling years, no more bleeding? Or the hot flashes, low libido, dry vaginal tissues, maybe even need to focus more on bone or heart health? Does it feel liberating or like something you're d…
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In this episode Kelly and Tiffany share the transformative and redemptive birth story of a second baby. In this episode you’ll hear: Them reminisce about their personal experiences and challenges Discuss the power of choice and empowerment in childbirth Celebrate the strength of mothers 00:00 Introduction 01:35 The Birth Story 02:40 Personal Experi…
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No One Told Me: All the things we don’t talk about from postpartum to bringing the village back with Zulilah Merry
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Click here to send me a quick message :) Something that always surprises me is how powerful it is to share stories, especially when they relate to "things we don't talk about." It's pretty easy for us to share stories about how our day went awry, or something funny about what our kids did when trying to get them to eat their dinner. But what we don…
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Join Kelly and Tiffany as they dive into tips for preventing common pregnancy discomforts. In this informative episode they cover: Discomforts including nausea, headaches, insomnia, food cravings, swelling, moodiness, hemorrhoids, leg cramps, and backaches, Provide practical advice and holistic health tips to support women through pregnancy. The im…
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