Cannamomz

Find Megan through Inner Insight Counseling and on the Psychology Today therapist finder!

Check out this resource on cannabis and mental health from the American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2018/12/marijuana

00:30: Read more about trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/trauma-focused-cognitive-behavior-therapy

13:43 Connecticut legalized medicinal cannabis in 2012

17:16 Learn more about what Megan refers to as “greening out” on weedmaps: https://weedmaps.com/learn/cannabis-and-your-body/what-is-greening-out  

19:30 Like Megan explained, Cannabis safety is essential. Check out these tips: https://www.colorado.com/articles/8-tips-safer-cannabis-consumption  

24:23 Read and learn more about the stages of grief: https://www.cruse.org.uk/understanding-grief/effects-of-grief/five-stages-of-grief/#:~:text=The%20five%20stages%20%E2%80%93%20denial%2C%20anger,one%20stage%20to%20the%20other.

38:38 Therapists can prescribe medication if they are also a psychiatrist.

Check out Lauren's business! Instagram: @kushkards

Website: https://www.kushkards.com/ 

6:28 Lauren references the movie This is the End with Seth Rogan, a comedy/fantasy from 2013. 

9:53 Shop NaughtyKards: https://www.kushkards.com/collections/naughtykards-adult-greeting-cards 

15:10 Read Lindsey's article in Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/lindseybartlett/2020/09/22/tiktok-is-a-valuable-tool-for-cbd-companies-heres-why/?sh=65e1a0785409 

Follow Marlena’s business on Instagram! @zenbarnfarms

Shop her website to check out her top-quality products: https://zenbarnfarms.com/  

Ready to visit her restaurant and wellness center? Here’s the site: https://www.zenbarnvt.com/

In episode 20, Lindsey interviews amazing cannamom Marlena. She dives into her fascinating life in Vermont and how her business- Zenbarn Farms- has grown, plus her choices with cannabis throughout pregnancy and motherhood. Thank you for listening! Tune in every Sunday.

Marlena mentions several times that she uses THC topicals for pain relief. They work similarly to CBD topicals like Cannabombz, interacting with your endocannabinoid system to provide localized relief.

1:43 If you’re looking for healthier ways to consume cannabis, we recommend trying tinctures, tea, or whole herb vaporizers. Remember that everybody is different, and it may take trial and error to find what works best for you.

13:48 Looking to craft your own CBD-infused food? Read how: https://www.cannabis-nb.com/learn/be-safe/safely-preparing-and-consuming-cannabis-infused-foods/

25:41 Marlena mentioned cassava was part of her pain relief tincture. It comes with a multitude of health benefits, like reducing inflammation and pain relief. Read more: https://www.loopslu.com/content/10-health-benefits-cassava  

27:00 Interested in learning about the native flute? Read a brief history: https://www.flutopedia.com/naf_history.htm  

29:17 Lindsey mentions Yoga with Minelli- here’s her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqonajGApvW9L7tdcOiYvlg

Follow Jordana on Instagram! @mothersmary_jordana

Check out her social enterprise Mothers Mary on Instagram for help navigating cannabis, mental health, and motherhood without guilt and shame: @mothersmary_hq

In episode 19 of Cannamomz, Jordana shares how cannabis has made a huge difference in her life. She talks about how she was able to wean off multiple pharmaceuticals, maintain her health while pregnant, and how she came to create her social enterprise Mothers Mary to empower other cannamoms. Lindsey listens as she discusses her journey, and they chat about motherhood, parenting, stigma, and more! Thank you for the open ears- listen every Sunday.

1:31 PMDD is a premenstrual dysphoric disorder- a more serious form of PMS. It causes severe depression, anxiety, and other symptoms in the week or two before menstruation.

2:00 Jordana discusses how she was able to wean off of pharmaceuticals by using cannabis. Everybody is different, and every medication is different. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes in your medications, and fully inform yourself on using cannabis medicinally.

2:31 Dr. Melanie Drayer’s study on cannabis exposure and neonatal outcomes can be found here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8121737/  

3:48 Symphysis pubis dysfunction is when the ligaments that are responsible for keeping your pelvic bone aligned get too relaxed before birth. This causes difficulty walking and wrenching pain.

13:37 Jordana mentions that her kids enjoy full spectrum terpenes. There are many companies that sell products with just terpenes- we encourage you to thoroughly look into them and ensure they are a reliable source before buying. This article breaks down some benefits of terpenes: https://enhancecbd.co.uk/blogs/cbd-for-beginners/what-are-the-benefits-of-flavonoids-and-terpenes  

Follow Bianca on Instagram! @highsocietymama

Check out her website! https://societysplant.com

In this episode, hemp farmer and business owner Bianca Snyder shares her personal experience with cannabis and growing it, plus discusses her love for smoking CBD. She explains how she has normalized cannabis around her son, her interactions with other parents, and other fascinating stories and facts. Thanks for listening- we appreciate your support! See you next Sunday!

5:18 Bianca mentions how she feels smoking CBD would help with the stress of early motherhood. According to various studies, smoking CBD can help with stress, inflammation, pain, cramps, nausea, and migraines, all of which are possible symptoms that arise from pregnancy and breastfeeding.

7:37 Bianca says she loves to blend THC and CBD flower. Here’s a helpful guide If you’re interested in learning more and/or trying it for yourself: https://greenunicornfarms.com/blog/cbd-thc-mixing-guide/

12:35 Bianca mentions she believes smoking CBD is the most effective way to reap its benefits vs. ingesting it, and she’s right. Smoking more effectively delivers it to the body by increasing the bio-availability in the bloodstream and how quickly it’s absorbed.

12:51 Bianca states that your lungs are able to detox/cleanse themselves of a certain amount of smoke each day. While we couldn’t find an exact breakdown of that fact, we did find from the American Lung Association that the lungs are self-cleaning organs, meaning that once any pollutants or toxins aren’t being inhaled, the lungs begin to heal themselves right away.

14:47 Interested in silicone bongs? We recommend supporting your local smoke shop or finding a small business online!

15:15 Lindsey mentions Delta 8 flower, which is a psychoactive compound found from specific molecules in the cannabis plant, producing a slightly different high than classic THC. Shop it at https://www.smokeladyjays.com/

15:45 Learn more about the ban on shipping vape products in the US: https://casaa.org/call-to-action/usps-vape-mail-ban-comment/  

23:10 Bianca mentions the legacy market, which is a term to describe the self-regulated cannabis market or “black” market.

Follow Sabrina on Instagram! @wholetmebeamom_ Keep in mind, this is her backup account since her original was taken down.

In this episode, Lindsey connects with fellow pregnant cannamom, Sabrina. She shares her fascinating journey with cannabis and how she entered the industry, her pregnancy and cannabis use, why she is currently not consuming, and as always, so much more! Thanks for listening- catch a new episode every Sunday.

3:43 Sabrina mentions that THC sticks to fat, which is true. The more fat cells you have, the longer THC will remain in your body. Although, keep in mind- even if you have a very low body fat percentage, THC will still linger for a significant amount of time if you’re a frequent user.

8:34 Sabrina says she was using hemp wick to consume in order to avoid butane inhalation. This is a great alternative to butane and is also far better for the environment!

13:24 Check out Sabrina’s first article written for Cannabis Cactus magazine: https://cannabiscactus.com/a-mothers-view-on-cannabis/  

14:13 Errl Cup is a cannabis awards and festival for patient appreciation, dispensary accountability, and more cannabis-related education and fun.                                                              

18:18 Please note that this episode was recorded before Sabrina’s Instagram was taken down. Follow her backup account @wholetmebeamom_

25:21 Lindsey and Sabrina discuss THC and breast milk. While no study has found THC will harm the baby, a new study did find that it can remain in the milk for up to six weeks. Keep in mind this was a small study- we encourage you to thoroughly read available information and consider other studies before coming to any conclusions. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210308131719.htm#:~:text=In%20a%20new%20study%20published,American%20Academy%20of%20Pediatrics%2C%20the

Follow Keira on Instagram! @cannabisandparenthood

Follow her personal Instagram! @keirafae

Visit her website for more answers to frequently asked questions, research, and cannamoms to follow: http://www.cannabisandparenthood.com/

In episode 16, Lindsey has the opportunity to chat with Keira, who runs an Instagram page and website with amazing resources for mothers interested in consuming cannabis while pregnant or breastfeeding. They get into it all- Keira’s personal cannabis journey, pregnancy, different consumption methods, research, stigma, and more! Thanks for listening- new episode every Sunday.

5:35 COPD is a chronic inflammatory condition of the lungs. The main cause of it is smoking tobacco, but people who don’t smoke can get it as well. As for cannabis, smoking it can irritate the condition, but has not been found to cause it.

13:28 Keira names the strain “Cannatonic”, which contains a 2:1 ratio of CBD:THC. Get all the info on Leafly: https://www.leafly.com/strains/cannatonic

14:04 Keira mentions she had a series on Weedmaps “Cooking with Keira”. Here’s one of her articles on making tinctures: https://weedmaps.com/news/2016/06/how-to-make-cannabis-tinctures/

32:00 Lindsey and Keira discuss eating vs. smoking cannabis. When smoking, you inhale it directly into your lungs, and it’s absorbed into your bloodstream immediately. The process is different with edibles- the active compounds in cannabis are metabolized in the liver, and THC is change into 11-hydroxy-THC. This gives a more potent, long-lasting high. Learn more from Weedmaps: https://weedmaps.com/learn/products-and-how-to-consume/edibles-vs-smoking-consumption-methods

34:07 Lindsey references a doctor that speaks about dabs and pregnancy on the podcast Blunt Blowin’ Mamas. Find the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blunt-blowin-mama-apple-podcast/id1461928514

36:28 Keira mentions white label CBD. This means that the product was produced by one company, and is then rebranded for resale purposes by another company.  

Follow Rebecca Wierman on Instagram! @thisconsciousness

Listen to her podcast, Creating Consciousness, on all podcast platforms.  

Book a session with her through her website: https://www.thisconsciousness.com/book-now

In episode 15, we listen to a unique perspective on the cannabis industry from Rebecca- specifically about the corporate side. She gets into her personal experience with the plant, plus dives into her intuitive gifts, spiritual journey, and current business venture. To finish off their fascinating conversation, Rebecca gives Lindsey a tarot reading!  

6:14 Rebecca says she had a “dark night of the soul experience”. This means that she felt separated from the Divine, lost, and disconnected.

11:40 Rebecca gives a great definition of shadow work, but if you’d like to dive deeper, give this article a read: https://medium.com/big-self-society/shadow-work-a-simple-guide-to-transcending-the-darker-aspects-of-the-self-e948ee285723

12:24 Swiss Psychiatrist Carl Jung was first to coin the concept of the “shadow”, or your shadow self.

25:13 Find the book Lindsey refers to “Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe” by Laura Lynne Jackson here: https://www.amazon.com/Signs-Language-Laura-Lynne-Jackson/dp/0399591591

25:40 The Netflix show that Rebecca discusses is called “Surviving Death” where Laura Lynne Jackson makes an appearance.  

27:42 Purchase and/or learn about the Wayhome tarot deck: https://shopeverydaymagic.com/products/the-wayhome-tarot

47:48 Purchase and/or learn about Morgan’s tarot: https://magickplanet.com/products/morgans-tarot?variant=32060742631458¤cy=USD&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=google+shopping  

Follow Jamie on Instagram! @desert.hippy420

This week’s episode gives us insight into how cannabis has positively impacted Jamie and her family. She goes into detail on how her husband- a veteran with PTSD- has benefitted from the plant, and how it helps her own anxiety. Lindsey and Jamie talk about how best to expose kids to cannabis, parenting with cannabis, cannabinoids, strains, and so much more! As always, thanks for tuning in- new episodes every Sunday.

2:50 Jamie discusses how cannabis helps her husband- a veteran with PTSD. Check out this article from Forbes for some insightful information: https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilyearlenbaugh/2020/09/17/new-research-reveals-why-cannabis-helps-ptsd-sufferers/?sh=5d98edd6179a  

3:41 Jamie mentions VA paperwork. It is a form for Veterans Disability.

6:04 Cannabis can be a huge help when it comes to anxiety, but be sure to do your research! Here’s a great guide from Leafly: https://www.leafly.com/news/health/how-to-use-medical-marijuana-for-anxiety

12:04 Don’t want to get high, but ready for the medicinal benefits? The plant is made up of multiple cannabinoids like THC (the one that makes you high), but not all of them have psychoactive effects. CBD, CBG, THCv… the list goes on, and all of them have unique benefits! Read more: https://wayofleaf.com/education/top-cannabinoids-and-what-they-do

17:19 For some users, high THC is not always the best option. Check out this article, and be sure to do your own research on what strains, strengths, and cannabinoids will work best for you: https://www.leafly.com/news/industry/high-thc-flower-dominates-cannabis-market

Follow Britney on Instagram! @thebusyboymama

In our 13th episode, Lindsey gets to know Britney, discussing her work with autistic children and the amazing benefits CBD provides for her son with sensory processing disorder and developmental delay. They also chat about Britney’s personal use of cannabis and how it’s helped her anxiety, plus relate on their own experiences with parenting, smoking, and dance! We hope you love the episode- tune in every Sunday.

3:41 Britney says one of her client’s siblings struggles with seizures, and cannabis is a huge help. There’s some really interesting research on cannabis and epilepsy- read more from the Epilepsy Foundation: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/other-treatment-approaches/medical-marijuana-and-epilepsy  

8:17 Britney chats about her journey to becoming a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in Arizona. If you’d like more info on that career path, read here: https://study.com/articles/Become_a_Certified_Behavior_Analyst_Education_and_Career_Roadmap.html  

9:16 Britney mentions she microdoses cannabis! This means taking small doses of THC throughout the day. Microdosing can be beneficial for those that seek the medical benefits of THC but are not interested in the high.

19:52 Polycystic ovarian syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS, is a condition that affects hormone levels. It causes issues such as irregular periods, difficulty getting pregnant, ovarian cysts, and other possible symptoms.