Be Your Own Medicine

Trigger Warning:
This episode contains themes of traumatic birth. Please listen with care and take breaks if needed.

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In Part 2 of our conversation with Kaci, we continue her story as she returns to the U.S. and lands—both physically and spiritually—in the wilds of Northwest Montana.

She shares the raw and vulnerable story of her traumatic birth experience, what it unraveled in her, and how her intuition once again became a guidepost through healing, heartbreak, and transformation. From that fertile ground emerged a new relationship, a new way of living, and a new offering to the world: The Sacred Human Way.

We talk about:

• The reality of trauma after birth and how to begin processing it
• Trusting love again after deep loss and identity shift
• Rebuilding a life based on intuition, community, and sacred remembering
• The birth of The Sacred Human Way—a modern village rooted in sovereignty, connection, and reverence
• What it means to walk as a Sacred Human in today’s world

Kaci’s story reminds us that alignment doesn’t mean ease—it means truth. And truth is where healing begins.

Listen if you’re:

…in a season of rebuilding, birthing something new, or ready to remember the deeper ways of being human.

Connect with Kaci:

Kaci's Instagram

The Sacred Human Way Instagram

The Sacred Human Way Website

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Disclaimer:
The Be Your Own Medicine Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The views expressed by hosts Natalie and Maria, as well as any guests, are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health decisions.

Intro music composed by Pamela Harrington

In this first of a two-part series, we sit down with Kaci to explore what happens when you follow your intuition even when it turns your life upside down. Kaci shares the inner nudge that led her to leave everything behind and move to Ecuador—a leap that opened her to both incredible healing and immense challenge.

This episode is a story of alignment and disruption, of listening deeply to inner truth even when it’s inconvenient or painful. Kaci shares how her journey wasn’t always easy—but how her trust in something greater carried her through.

We talk about:

• What intuitive knowing really feels like
• The messy, real-life unraveling that sometimes follows
• How struggle and soul path can coexist
• The signs that told her to return to the U.S.—even when it didn’t make logical sense
• The beauty of staying aligned even in the unknown

This episode is a powerful invitation to tune in, trust your gut, and follow the sacred yes… even when it’s hard.

Listen if you’re:

…on the edge of a big decision, feeling nudged by something greater, or needing permission to listen to what you already know.

Connect with Kaci:

Kaci's Instagram

The Sacred Human Way Instagram

The Sacred Human Way Website

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Disclaimer:
The Be Your Own Medicine Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The views expressed by hosts Natalie and Maria, as well as any guests, are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health decisions.

Intro music composed by Pamela Harrington

In this heartfelt episode, Maria welcomes back Natalie to share the story of her daughter's birth. This is a positive and uplifting birth story—no trigger warnings needed—filled with trust, intuition, and the power of a supportive birth team. Natalie walks us through her holistic approach to pregnancy and labor, how she stayed grounded through the process, and the ways she confidently navigated a few medical interventions that aligned with her needs.

This episode is a reminder that birth can be both sacred and flexible—flowing between intention and surrender.

Tune in for a beautiful story of strength, surrender, and embodied wisdom in the birth space.

In this deeply nourishing episode, Maria sits down with her dear friend Natalie to explore her spiritual and health-conscious approach to pregnancy. From the moment she found out she was expecting, Natalie approached the journey with intention, intuition, and reverence. She opens up about the rituals that grounded her—from daily movement, meditation, grounding, and connecting with nature to reading to her baby in the womb—and how her practices helped her stay connected, centered, and open.

She talks about the emotional and energetic shifts that pregnancy can bring, how Natalie moved through fear, relationship ups and downs, and ancestral healing, and what it meant for her to mother herself while preparing to mother her child. Her wisdom around tuning into the body, honoring sacred rest, and trusting inner guidance offers inspiration for anyone walking a conscious path to parenthood.

This episode is a reminder that pregnancy isn’t just a physical transformation—it’s a spiritual rite of passage. Whether you're on your own fertility journey, pregnant, or simply curious about embodied motherhood, Natalie’s story will leave you feeling more grounded, supported, and connected.

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The Be Your Own Medicine Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The views expressed by hosts Natalie and Maria, as well as any guests, are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organizations. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health decisions.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jennifer, the 18-year-old founder of Mother Fo Care, a Texas-based animal-based skincare line. Not only is she a successful young entrepreneur, but she’s also a competitive tennis athlete with a passion for health, healing, and holistic living.

Jennifer shares how she created a product line rooted in ancestral skincare wisdom using ingredients like tallow, zinc, and essential oils. We explore the flaws in the mainstream beauty industry, the benefits of animal-based nutrition, and how she’s carving a new path for clean, effective skincare.

In this episode, we cover:

• Jennifer’s story: Tennis, entrepreneurship, and holistic wellness
• What tallow is and why it’s amazing for your skin
• How Mother Fo Care products are made, from start to finish
• The toxic truth behind conventional beauty products
• Why dermatologists don’t often recommend natural skincare
• Real-life success stories with Mother Fo Care
• The difference between nano and non-nano zinc oxide
• Why seed oils may be damaging your skin and health
• Natural sunburn prevention without chemical sunscreens
• Big Pharma’s resistance to natural healing alternatives
• What inspired Jennifer to go holistic at a young age
• The benefits of an animal-based diet
• Why raw dairy can be more nourishing than pasteurized
• The truth about sugar in fruit and metabolic health
• Jennifer’s favorite product in her skincare line
• Where to find her products + discount code FREESHIP24 for online orders
• Details on the upcoming Hack Your Health Convention

🌿 Connect with Jennifer & Mother Fo Care:

Mother Fo Care Website

Mother Fo Care Instagram

Use code FREESHIP24 for free shipping on your first order!

Join Natalie & Maria in this powerful episode of Be Your Own Medicine as they sit down with Ahna, a regenerative detoxification specialist who focuses on deep womb healing and empowering women to reclaim their power. Ahna shares her transformative journey and expertise, offering insight into the intricate connection between detoxification, trauma, and healing.

In this episode, we explore:

• Ahna’s personal story and the life-changing impact of detoxification
• The body's response to trauma and how detox can help release it
• Whether or not we need to actively support our body’s detox processes
• The hidden dangers of glyphosate and its effects
• The critical role of the lymphatic system in overall health
• Symptoms that may resolve through detoxification
• How to prepare for a detox and set yourself up for success
• Bridging science and spirituality to heal trauma
• Womb healing, sexual trauma, and the beliefs we form through our experiences
• Different approaches to womb healing and their benefits
• Empowering women to rediscover their strength and innate wisdom
• The profound shifts Ahna experienced by integrating detoxification and womb healing

Connect with Ahna:
Anna's Website
Instagram: @ahna_regenerativebirth

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions about sexual trauma.

Join Maria & Natalie for another immersive episode featuring Jasmine Filiatrault, a holistic fertility and hormone coach with a unique background in ER and Labor & Delivery. Jasmine bridges Eastern and Western approaches to health, offering fresh insights on hormones, fertility, and overall well-being.

In this episode:

• A scientific perspective on hormones
• Blending Eastern and Western medicine for balanced health
• Why syncing your life with your cycle may not be practical for many women
• Approaching hormonal imbalances with love and curiosity
• How birth control may impact estrogen production in younger women
• Jasmine’s firsthand experiences in hospital labor & delivery
• Finding a holistic approach to hospital birthing and dispelling fears around it
• Unpacking causes behind high-risk births
• The truth about prenatal vitamins
• Adrenal fatigue: myth or reality?
• How to rehabilitate your cortisol and why insulin impacts your hormones
• Busting popular health fads
• Jasmine’s self-experiment with cortisol disruption and her recovery protocol
• The effects of birth control on hormones and its surprising history
• Jasmine’s take on birth control, HRT, and the vitamin K shot for newborns
• Gut health, improving periods, and simplified cycle syncing
• Viewing the menstrual cycle through a masculine and feminine lens
• Fertility Awareness Method insights

Get ready for a deep, honest, and eye-opening discussion that challenges common perceptions about hormones, health, and empowerment.

Connect with Jasmine:

Instagram @theuterusalchemist

Jasmine's Website

Join Maria and Natalie, along with special guest TJ Fry, as they dive into topics like toxic masculinity, the rise of 'man children,' government corruption, and much more!

In this episode:
A discussion on religion
What is divine masculine?
What is toxic masculinity?
Victim mentality and polarizing topics
Our views of the feminine and the masculine energies
Cultural rituals for transition from boyhood to manhood
Our current pandemic of "man children"
How freedom can be detrimental
The difference between a boy and a man
The cycle of creating strong men
The modern day "comfort crisis"
Education around fertility and having a kid
Establishing roles in a relationship
A discussion on feminism
What does it mean to be a man?
Was feminism pushed out by the media?
Parents as role models for their children

Connect with TJ on Instagram

Join Natalie and Maria as they explore essential steps to nurture both your body and mind in preparation for conception. From prenatal nutrition and supplements to thoughtful discussions on the journey to parenthood, this podcast offers expert insights, practical tips, and heartfelt conversations to help you build a strong foundation for your growing family.

In this Episode:
Why you want to prep for baby
Hormonal imbalances that affect fertility
Maria's foundations of preconception prep
The most powerful foods for preconception health
Toxic product swaps
Prenatal recommendations
Stress management
The social culture around parenting
Conversations that couples can have before getting pregnant

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Our Favorite Prenatal
Our Digestion Episode
Think Dirty App

Join Maria and Natalie as they interview special guest Amanda Jenkins about the amazing benefits of Buti Yoga!

In this episode:

• What is Buti Yoga?
• Amanda's story
• The importance of self regulation
• How Buti Yoga can help us regulate our nervous system
• What is the science behind somatic movement and Buti Yoga?
• Discussion on female traumas
• What is Deep Buti?
• The healing power of movement & physical touch
• The importance of music in Buti
• Discussion on feminine and masculine energies
• How can Buti help those dealing with chronic stress and/or past traumas?
• The fascia system
• The Buti Certification
• Amanda's journey with religion
• Discussion on music, music tastes, and other musings

Resource Links:

• Maria & Natalie's 3-Day Women's Retreat - Wild Awakening
• Follow Amanda on Instagram
• Love Yoga - take a class with Amanda
• People Magazine Article: Olympian Jessie Diggins Opens Up About Her Eating Disorder Relapse
• Buti Yoga Certification - Whitefish, MT 6/28-6/29
• Tyler Childers Spotify - since Natalie & Amanda talked about him so much ;)