Motherhood Alliance Podcast

By Motherhood Alliance

If you’re a busy & health-focused mom or caregiver, we’re here to eliminate time wasted on researching, and instead, deliver natural & alternative remedies, tips, and tricks from reputable Nor... more

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How many episodes does Motherhood Alliance Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 216 episodes available.

Motherhood Alliance Podcast episodes:

September 23, 2024Feeding Newborns: What to Expect & Tips for Success w/ Abbey McLaughlin | Mal's Milky Way
Whether you're a first-time or fifth-time parent, this episode is for you! Every baby comes with a unique feeding journey, and that's why we're thrilled to have Abbey back to offer her top tips on ensuring a smooth and stress-free breastfeeding experience.

In this episode, we discuss:
How to prepare for the breastfeeding journey during pregnancy
What causes breastfeeding pain and what to do about it
Pros and cons of nipple shields
Feeding positions to keep mom comfortable
How to know if a baby is getting enough milk
Tips for increasing your milk supply
Tips for having a successful breastfeeding experience with NICU babies

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Abbey from Mal's Milky Way. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: What Does a Lactation Consultant Do (And Not Do)
Part 2: Liquid Gold: The Benefits & Surprising Additional Uses of Breastmilk
Part 3: Feeding Newborns: What to Expect & Tips for Success
Part 4: Weaning From the Breast & Bottle: When and How to Wean

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Lactation Hub
NICU Grad Program
Breastfeeding Prep Course

Connect with Abbey:
🔗 Abbey's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer for MA Podcast listeners! Use the code MMW3 to receive $50 off the Mal's Milky Way lifecycle package!

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
25min
September 19, 2024Liquid Gold: The Benefits & Surprising Additional Uses of Breastmilk w/ Abbey McLaughlin IBCLC
Did you know that breast milk has many uses and benefits outside of feeding tiny humans? Listen in as Abbey McLaughlin, IBCLC, reveals the treasure that breast milk truly is! 🥇

In this episode, we discuss:
What is breast milk made out of and how it changes throughout the day
Benefits of breastfeeding for the mother
How breast milk can improve gut health
How breast milk can be a remedy outside of feeding (eye infections, ear infections, scars, etc.)
What is a milk bath and how are they beneficial
How to know what medications are safe to use while breastfeeding
Why you should never dump
Pros, cons, and uses of donated breast milk
Signs to support formula supplementation
The truth behind breast milk expiration dates

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Abbey from Mal's Milky Way. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: What Does a Lactation Consultant Do (And Not Do)
Part 2: Liquid Gold: The Benefits & Surprising Additional Uses of Breastmilk
Part 3: Feeding Newborns: What to Expect & Tips for Success
Part 4: Weaning From the Breast & Bottle: When and How to Wean

Resources mentioned in this episode:
LactMed Drugs & Lactation Database

Connect with Abbey:
🔗 Abbey's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer for MA Podcast listeners! Use the code MMW3 to receive $50 off the Mal's Milky Way lifecycle package!

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
21min
September 16, 2024What Does a Lactation Consultant Do (And Not Do)? w/ Abbey McLaughlin | Mal's Milky Way
You never know what challenges will arise when feeding babies, which is why we recommend having a lactation consultant on speed dial at all times! In this episode, Drea & Brit welcome Abbey McLaughlin, a local IBCLC and the owner of Mal's Milky Way, so you can understand what a lactation consultant truly does, what they do not do, and why they should be included in every woman's birth team.

In this episode, we discuss:
Abbey's story and how she was led to becoming a lactation consultant
The different types of lactations specialists & credentials
When to establish care with a lactation consultant
What lactation consultants can help with
What is outside of the scope of practice of lactation consultants
How a lactation consultant works closely with your primary care providers
How a lactation consultant provides support when weaning

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Abbey from Mal's Milky Way. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: What Does a Lactation Consultant Do (And Not Do)
Part 2: Liquid Gold: The Benefits & Surprising Additional Uses of Breastmilk
Part 3: Feeding Newborns: What to Expect & Tips for Success
Part 4: Weaning From the Breast & Bottle: When and How to Wean

Resources mentioned in this episode:
🔗 Breastfeeding Prep Course

Connect with Abbey:
🔗 Abbey's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer for MA Podcast listeners! Use the code MMW3 to receive $50 off the Mal's Milky Way lifecycle package!

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
23min
September 12, 2024Exploring Holistic Therapies by Thinking Outside the Box w/ Dawn Olsen | Soteria Wellness
Are you searching for a more natural solution to a physical, mental, or emotional challenge? Or are you someone who loves to learn about new ways to support your health? Join Drea & Brit as they welcome back Dawn, an alternative therapy expert, in this jam-packed episode, where she provides insight into some "outside the box" therapy solutions that could help improve your life.

In this episode, we discuss:
What is biohacking?
Easy ways to start improving your health at home
How Dawn determines which holistic therapy would be the best solution for specific imbalances/symptoms
Tips for choosing essentials oils wisely
We also discuss definitions, benefits, and FAQs around specific therapies/tools including:
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) {for releasing anxiety and past traumas}
Infrared sauna {for detoxification, pain relief, weight loss, skin health}
AmpCoil {for relaxation, nutrition support, detoxification}
Vibroacoustic therapy {for muscle relaxation, energy boosting, emotional release}
Theragem {for decreasing inflammation, increasing circulation, immune support}

Resources mentioned in this episode (receive 5% off if purchased in Dawn's wellness store):
Modern Essentials: The Premier Introductory Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils
Essential Life - Comprehensive Essential Oils Guidebook

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care and the Power of Massage Therapy
Part 2: The Surprising Benefits of Bodywork for Kids of All Ages (Including Special Needs)
Part 3: Breast Health Matters: Expert Tips for Cancer Prevention
Part 4: Exploring Holistic Therapies by Thinking Outside the Box

Connect with Dawn:
🔗 Dawn's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! Receive 5% off any item in the Soteria wellness store by mentioning the Motherhood Alliance podcast (Gia EMF products excluded).

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
28min
September 09, 2024Breast Health Matters: Expert Tips for Cancer Prevention w/ Dawn Olsen | Soteria Wellness
According to American Cancer Society, breast cancer accounts for 30% of all cancers among women, and 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer sometime in her life. Join Drea, Brit, and Dawn as they discuss reasons why cancer may be so prevalent, as well as simple things you can do at home to help decrease your risk of experiencing a breast disease like cancer!

In this episode, we discuss:
What the lymphatic system has to do with breast health
What makes breasts unique (and more prone to disease) compared to other areas of the body
How bras impact our breast health
Why the rates have been rising in breast cancer
What we can do at home to decrease our risk of breast cancer
How breastfeeding impacts breast health
How breast tissue changes with menstrual cycles and as we age
The importance of educating teenage girls about breast health
Natural therapies that support breast health
How posture impacts breast health

Resources referenced in this episode:
Environmental Working Group: https://www.ewg.org/

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care and the Power of Massage Therapy
Part 2: The Surprising Benefits of Bodywork for Kids of All Ages (Including Special Needs)
Part 3: Breast Health Matters: Expert Tips for Cancer Prevention
Part 4: Exploring Holistic Therapies by Thinking Outside the Box

Connect with Dawn:
🔗 Dawn's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! Receive 5% off any item in the Soteria wellness store by mentioning the Motherhood Alliance podcast (Gia EMF products excluded).

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
30min
September 05, 2024The Surprising Benefits of Bodywork for Kids of All Ages (Including Special Needs) w/ Dawn Olsen
There are a plethora of natural therapies available in today's world, but which ones are appropriate for kids and what can they help with? Listen in as Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies empowers you with insight into unique, natural ways you can support your kids as they grow, experience sicknesses, overcome injuries, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:
The power of human touch, especially for babies
What craniosacral therapy is and how it works
How craniosacral therapy can benefit kids of all ages
The definition of myofascial release
How bodywork can help kids with arching/tight muscles, colic, earaches, digestive issues, growing pains, tongue ties, and more
How the demanding schedule of athletics are impacting kids/teens today
Therapies that help active kids when they have injuries or concussions
How medicupping can be an effective therapy option for many common aches
Natural therapies to help support kids with special needs

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care and the Power of Massage Therapy
Part 2: The Surprising Benefits of Bodywork for Kids of All Ages (Including Special Needs)
Part 3: Breast Health Matters: Expert Tips for Cancer Prevention
Part 4: Exploring Holistic Therapies by Thinking Outside the Box

Connect with Dawn:
🔗 Dawn's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! Receive 5% off any item in the Soteria wellness store by mentioning the Motherhood Alliance podcast (Gia EMF products excluded).

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
28min
September 02, 2024Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care and the Power of Massage Therapy w/ Dawn Olsen | Soteria Wellness
Do you feel like self-care is always on the back burner? You're not the only one! Tune in to hear Drea, Brit, and Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies share actionable tips to help you make self-care a priority and easily fit it into your life.

In this episode, we discuss:
The definition of self-care
Dawn's personal story of struggling with self-care and how it led to her passion in natural therapies
Easy-to-implement at-home self-care ideas
Therapeutic self-care ideas
The difference between massage and bodywork
The long-term benefits of bodywork
The importance of the lymphatic system and how bodywork supports it
The benefits of bodywork during pregnancy (for mom and baby)
The benefits of bodywork postpartum

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care and the Power of Massage Therapy
Part 2: The Surprising Benefits of Bodywork for Kids of All Ages (Including Special Needs)
Part 3: Breast Health Matters: Expert Tips for Cancer Prevention
Part 4: Exploring Holistic Therapies by Thinking Outside the Box

Connect with Dawn:
🔗 Dawn's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! Receive 5% off any item in the Soteria wellness store by mentioning the Motherhood Alliance podcast (Gia EMF products excluded).

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
29min
August 26, 2024Raising Kids With a Homeopathic Approach w/ Sandra Carpenter | Source Healing Homeopathy
Fevers, colds, and knee scrapes are so common for babies, toddlers, and beyond. In this episode, Drea & Brit welcome Sandy back as she shares tips to help you feel like a prepared homeopathic expert within your own home, so you can support your kids in a natural way from infancy through puberty! 🦸‍♀️

In this episode, we discuss:
The benefits of having a home kit
Recommended books to guide you on using homeopathic remedies at home
How to become an expert on using homeopathic remedies within your own home
How to find a reputable homeopath near you
How to use remedies for infants
Commonly recommended remedies for colds, fevers, and skin wounds
Do homeopathic remedies expire?
Using homeopathy to support puberty (physically and mentally)

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Sandy from Source Healing Homeopathy. We recommend listening to this series in order.
Part 1: What Is Homeopathy and How Does It Work?
Part 2: Homeopathic Remedies 101
Part 3: Using Homeopathy in Everyday Life
Part 4: Raising Kids With a Homeopathic Approach

Resources referenced in this episode:
National Center for Homeopathy
Council for Homeopathic Certification

Connect with Sandy:
🔗 Sandy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! $10 off an acute care consultation and/or 10% off a home remedy kit. Just mention the Motherhood Alliance podcast when you contact Sandy to redeem.

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
25min
August 19, 2024Using Homeopathy in Everyday Life w/ Sandra Carpenter | Source Healing Homeopathy
Can homeopathy help with _________? Yes! Find renewed hope as Sandy from Source Healing Homeopathy discusses how remedies can effectively reduce symptoms in both expected and unexpected ways!

In this episode, we discuss how homeopathic remedies can help with:
Acute care (injuries, sicknesses)
Chronic care (anxiety, depression, respiratory, IBS)
Focused care (surgeries, childbirth)
Postpartum recovery
Allergies
Muscle fatigue and soreness
Plus:
When to take homeopathic remedies (and when to stop)
Using homeopathy to wean off of traditional medications
What the process of working with a homeopath looks like for each type of care

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Sandy from Source Healing Homeopathy. We recommend listening to this series in order.
Part 1: What Is Homeopathy and How Does It Work?
Part 2: Homeopathic Remedies 101
Part 3: Using Homeopathy in Everyday Life
Part 4: Raising Kids With a Homeopathic Approach

Connect with Sandy:
🔗 Sandy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! $10 off an acute care consultation and/or 10% off a home remedy kit. Just mention the Motherhood Alliance podcast when you contact Sandy to redeem.

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
31min
August 12, 2024Homeopathic Remedies 101 w/ Sandra Carpenter | Source Healing Homeopathy
Last week, in episode 1 of this 4-part series, we discussed what homeopathy is and how it works. In this episode, Sandy joins Drea & Brit again to help listeners understand how to confidently use homeopathic remedies!
In this episode, we discuss:
What substances homeopathic remedies are made from
How remedies are made
Potency levels (and what "x" or "c" means)
Combining remedies: Is it safe?
How quickly homeopathic remedies work
Store-bought remedies: How to know if you're purchasing a quality product
Types of home kits and why they're beneficial
How to figure out which remedy is best for a specific symptom
Homeopathic remedy recommendations for pregnancy, nursing women, and infants
Homeopathic remedies and traditional medications: Are they safe to combine?

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Sandy from Source Healing Homeopathy. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: What Is Homeopathy and How Does It Work?
Part 2: Homeopathic Remedies 101
Part 3: Using Homeopathy in Everyday Life
Part 4: Raising Kids With a Homeopathic Approach

Resources referenced in this episode:
Ollois
Boiron

Connect with Sandy:
🔗 Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Facebook
🔗 Instagram
🎁 Special offer! $10 off an acute care consultation and/or 10% off a home remedy kit. Just mention the Motherhood Alliance podcast when you contact Sandy to redeem.

About the Motherhood Alliance
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)
...more
26min

FAQs about Motherhood Alliance Podcast:

How many episodes does Motherhood Alliance Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 216 episodes available.