Today, we are talking with Irena Freystaetter, a licensed midwife in Upstate, SC. In the episode, Irena and I discuss the safety of homebirth and how midwives handle emergencies at home, along with other common questions and concerns.

You can find Irena on Instagram @midwifeirena or on her website, bloomgreenville.com!

This is a fantastic episode to share with your partner, friends or family members who may be uneasy about the idea of birthing outside of the hospital!

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In this episode, Sarah Lingle and I are talking all things Pregnancy After Loss. Both Sarah and I are currently expecting rainbow babies at the time of the episode release, so this conversation feels extra special!

Sarah is a certified birth and bereavement doula who specializes in supporting mothers navigating pregnancy after loss. After experiencing her own journey through loss and welcoming her rainbow baby, Sarah founded The Pregnancy After Loss Doula, which offers compassionate care through birth education, support groups, and one-on-one guidance. As the host of The Pregnancy After Loss Podcast, she shares insights and stories to support parents in healing and finding hope. You can find her on Instagram at @paldoula, where she shares resources for mothers on their journey, helping them build trust and love as they prepare for their baby’s arrival.

Sarah also runs a program called Birthing Hope, which is a birth course/support group/virtual doula program specific to moms who are pregnant after loss. She has graciously extended a discount code for you all - you can get 10% off with code PODCAST10!

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Today we are talking all things newborn testing and procedures! In this solo episode, Taylor will cover what to expect in the hours and day following your baby's arrival so can you make informed decisions about what you'd like to consent to when it comes to their care.

If you enjoy this episode, you're going to LOVE the Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course! 

>>> You can learn more about the course here <<<

Seriously, this information barely scratches the surface of what you will find in the course. I hope you'll join us!

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Today we are talking all things prenatal testing and procedures! In this solo episode, Taylor will cover what to expect during your routine prenatal visits so can you make informed decisions about what you'd like to consent to during your care.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is officially LIVE and available to the public! If you enjoy this episode, you're going to LOVE the course. You can learn more here!

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Today, we are talking with Megan Martineau, a certified personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness specialist. After the birth of her first child, Megan realized how little support moms have when it comes to moving their bodies during pregnancy and postpartum, and she’s on a mission to change that. Her goal is to provide the highest level of support to help her clients thrive in pregnancy, have an empowered birth, and come back stronger postpartum.

In the episode, Megan and I talk about some common pregnancy discomforts and how to remedy them. We get into details about SPD and pelvic girdle pain, along with practical ways to support your growing body during the second and third trimesters.

You can find Megan on Instagram and Tiktok @vibrantmamawellness, or on her website, www.vibrantmamawellness.com.

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This course is everything I wish I had when I was navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. It’s your one-stop, no-BS roadmap to a fully nourished, informed, and empowered journey—without the overwhelm, confusion, or second-guessing.

👉🏻 ENROLL HERE and make sure to use the promo code "PRESALE" for 50% off from 2/4-2/17/25.. price goes up on 2/18!

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Presale enrollment for the Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is officially LIVE! 🎉

This course is everything I wish I had when I was navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. It’s your one-stop, no-BS roadmap to a fully nourished, informed, and empowered journey—without the overwhelm, confusion, or second-guessing.

So today, I’m breaking down:
✔️ Why I created this course (and why this matters for YOU)
✔️ Who this course is for (hint: if you want an autonomous, deeply nourishing pregnancy & birth, listen up)
✔️ What makes it different from everything else out there
✔️ Why you should sign up during the presale (because trust me, you want in early)

👉🏻 ENROLL HERE and make sure to use the promo code "PRESALE" for 50% off from 2/4-2/17/25.. price goes up on 2/18!

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Today, we are talking with Crystal Melanson of Zen Functional Wellness. Crystal is a certified clinical nutritionist, certified functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and certified natural chef. Crystal has been studying health and nutrition for over 19 years. She is blessed with 2 children, a loving husband and is passionate about helping women and couple’s mend and maximize their fertility naturally to have the family they dream of. Using her program “The Preconception Plan” - she works with women all over the world and has a mission to provide fertility care that is empowering and customized to each unique individual.

In the episode, Crystal and I talk about cycle tracking and the fertility awareness method. If you’ve been looking for a non-hormonal option for birth control or want to learn more about your body in an effort to increase your chances of conception, this episode is going to break it down for you!

REMINDER: Presale doors for the Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course open on February 4th, 2025 at a special rate, so if you’ve been eyeing it for awhile or want to guarantee your spot at half price, go ahead and jump on the waitlist using this link so you can be the first one notified when the sale goes live.

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Today, I'm talking all things VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with Sarah Marie Bilger of Entering Motherhood. Sarah Marie is a doula and VBAC mama herself, and such a wealth of knowledge on the topic, so I'm excited for you all to hear from her! you can find Sarah Marie on Instagram @entering_motherhood or on her website,  https://www.enteringmotherhood.com.

Now, BIG news before we jump in....WE HAVE A LAUNCH DATE!

The Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is a one-of-a-kind roadmap to a deeply nourishing and empowering journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. You will gain the tools to fully nourish your body, make confident, informed decisions, and approach each stage of your experience with clarity and empowerment. The presell opens on Tuesday February 4th, 2025 for an exclusive discount (HALF price!) and the course will officially launch at full price on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. To make sure you can get a spot at half price, go ahead and join the waitlist here!

Resource mentioned in the episode: VBAC Guide

Enjoy!

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Welcome to Season 2!

Today, we are talking with Emily Frye. Emily has been studying and teaching homeopathy for nearly 20 years. She’s a certified homeopath with a small practice in Houston, TX. Her specialty is pregnancy, labor and delivery but she treats all the ailments that can come up in a family. She’s been married to her Baptist preacher husband for over 30 years. She is a homeschooling mom of 9, grandmother of 5. Emily is a Christian who believes that God is the healer and often says that she’s grateful for the front row seat homeopathy gives her to watch God’s amazing workings.

In the episode, Emily and I discuss all things homeopathy! Whether you're brand new to the concept or just looking for more information about homeopathy as it relates to birth, I think you're going to really enjoy this conversation.

You can find Emily on her website, www.emilyfryehomeopathy.com or on Instagram @emilyfryehomeopathy.

Resources mentioned in the episode:
Website: Homeopathyworks.com
Book: Homeopathic Remedies by Asa Hershoff

Reminder: The opinions of my guests do not necessarily reflect my own and this podcast is not medical advice. It is purely a platform to empower you to make decisions for your health and your family.

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In this season finale episode (don't worry -- we'll be back mid-January!) you'll learn all about what you can do INSTEAD of taking a prenatal vitamin to achieve optimal nourishment for fertility, conception, pregnancy and postpartum. This one is packed full of information -- so buckle up and get ready to take some notes!

For a written version with clickable links, download this PDF guide!

Happy holidays! Can't wait to see you back here in 2025.

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