The Bean Talk

Nervous system regulation is everywhere on social media right now but what does it actually mean? And more importantly, what do you actually do about it?

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy cut through the buzzwords and break down exactly what your nervous system is, what happens when it becomes dysregulated, and the practical tools and natural remedies that can help you build resilience to stress.

Because regulation isn’t about eliminating stress, it’s about learning how to come back to a sense of safety after being heightened. Stress is inevitable but nervous system dysregulation doesn’t have to be your constant reality.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the nervous system is and how it controls your stress response
• The difference between the sympathetic nervous system fight or flight and parasympathetic nervous system rest and digest
• Common nervous system dysregulation symptoms including anxiety, brain fog, irritability, exhaustion, emotional flatness and stress and sleep deprivation
• Why chronic stress keeps your nervous system stuck in fight or flight mode
• What nervous system regulation actually means and why it is not about being calm all the time
• Breathwork and intentional slow breathing for parasympathetic nervous system activation
• Movement, social connection and rest as nervous system healing tools
• Adaptogenic herbs for stress including ashwagandha, withania, rhodiola, holy basil and rehmannia
• Magnesium for anxiety and how it calms nervous system overactivity
• B vitamins for stress hormone support and neurotransmitter health
• L-theanine benefits for promoting calm alert brain waves naturally
• Natural remedies for anxiety and how to calm your nervous system without overwhelm

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

He is finally here. After a long day of early labour, an RBT on the way to the hospital, and contractions through the car park Kit made his entrance into the world in just under an hour of active labour, and it was beautiful.

In this special edition of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy share Kit's birth story in full including how it all unfolded, why she used a TENS machine for the first time, how her waters broke in the car, and what it felt like to birth their fifth baby.

In this episode, we cover:

• Early labour contractions and Braxton Hicks versus real contractions
• TENS machine labour and natural pain relief for unmedicated birth
• Signs of labour progression and preparing for natural hospital birth
• A positive birth story — natural unmedicated hospital birth from start to finish
• Placenta encapsulation and what the process looks like
• Postpartum nutrition and postpartum recovery in the early weeks
• Postpartum supplements and supporting breast milk supply naturally
• What honest postpartum recovery really looks like day to day

Mentioned in this episode:

• Better Birth Doula Laura:
• Soul Healing with Kelly: @soulhealingwithkelly
• @returntoselfmassage
• KM Physiotherapy and Women's Health:
• Seed Collective (Jenna):
• The Good Lunch Co:
• Whole Bowl Co:
• Milk and Bloom:
• Elan House of Wellness:
• Sproutling Supplements:

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

After years of supporting couples through preconception care in clinic, Riannon and Jeremy knew exactly what was missing from every fertility supplement on the market and spent two years perfecting the formula to fix it.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy pull back the curtain on the journey behind Sproutling Supplements, their brand new his and hers preconception supplement, sharing what it really took to bring it to life, what makes it genuinely different from every other fertility supplement on the market, and who it was designed for.

In this episode, we cover:

• The two year journey of building a TGA listed natural health fertility supplement from scratch in Australia
• Why most preconception vitamins and fertility supplements are missing herbs and why that matters for real results
• How Falli supports female fertility, egg quality naturally, cervical mucus, libido and perimenopause supplements through the herb Shatavari and powerful antioxidants
• How Seedra supports male fertility supplements including sperm motility, sperm health, testosterone supplements and vitality through the herb Tribulus
• Why preconception care should begin three to four months before trying to conceive for optimal fertility support
• How improving egg quality naturally and sperm health together gives the best possible outcome for couples trying to conceive
• Why Sproutling perimenopause supplements and natural testosterone support make it beneficial far beyond fertility
• The importance of holistic health and treating both partners equally in preconception care and natural fertility support
• How Sproutling makes naturopathic fertility support and holistic health accessible to couples worldwide

If you are trying to conceive, looking for perimenopause supplements, wanting to boost testosterone naturally, or simply want to invest in your long term holistic health, this episode and these supplements were made for you.

Connect with us:

Mungbean: Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements: Instagram: @sproutling_supplements Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

Your cleaning products, candles, plastic containers, mattress and personal care products could all be contributing to headaches, fatigue, hormone imbalances, skin issues and poor sleep.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy walk through the most common household culprits room by room, breaking down exactly what the chemicals are, what they do to your body, and the simple practical swaps you can make without overhauling your entire home or budget.

Because low tox living is not about perfection, it’s about reducing your load one swap at a time.

In this episode, we cover:

• Everyday endocrine disruptors hiding in conventional cleaning products and natural cleaning product swaps
• How artificial fragrance acts as a hormone disruptor and impacts fertility, mood and skin health
• BPA and phthalates in plastic food storage and why glass food storage is a simple non toxic swap
• Non toxic cookware options and why heating food in plastic or Teflon is harmful
• Bedroom toxins including flame retardants in mattresses, synthetic bedding and hidden mould
• How to build a non toxic living routine without replacing everything at once
• Natural deodorant, paraben free skincare and personal care products reducing your toxic load
• Natural laundry detergent and fragrance free cleaning for hormone and gut health
• Why non toxic living is about progress not perfection and where to start today

Connect with us:

Mungbean:

Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health

Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements:

Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

If you have been struggling with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, or mood changes and nothing seems to explain why, the answer might be hiding in the walls of your home.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Rhiannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most commonly missed drivers of chronic illness: mould exposure. They explore how mycotoxins from hidden mould trigger inflammation, disrupt your immune system, and drive a wide range of symptoms that are so often dismissed or misdiagnosed.

In this episode, we cover:

• What mould is and why indoor exposure is so harmful
• The most common places mould hides in your home
• Symptoms of mould exposure and why they are so easy to miss
• What CIRS is and how it differs from a standard mould allergy
• Who is most genetically susceptible to mould illness
• How to test your home and your body for mould exposure
• Natural ways to remove and reduce mould in your environment
• How to begin supporting your body's detoxification and recovery
• When to call in a professional mould remediation specialist
• How naturopathic care can help you investigate and heal from mould illness

Connect with us:

Mungbean

Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health

Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements

Instagram: @sproutling_supplements

Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk

Instagram: @thebeantalk_ https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

If you are trying to conceive and doing all the right things but still not seeing results, your body might be sending you a signal you’ve not learned to read yet.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of hormone imbalance and infertility: undereating. Because you don’t have to feel hungry or restrict intentionally for undereating to be quietly disrupting your hormones, ovulation, and menstrual cycle.

They explore how cortisol, nutrition, and energy availability send signals straight to your reproductive system and why, when your body senses stress or scarcity, it will always choose survival over conception.

This episode also breaks down the connection between thyroid health, stress hormones, and fertility.

In this episode, we cover:

• How cortisol impacts fertility and hormone balance
• Undereating and its effect on hormones and ovulation
• Hypothalamic amenorrhea and why periods can stop
• The link between nutrition and infertility
• Thyroid health and how it connects to fertility
• Why your body prioritises survival over reproduction
• Common signs your body is under-fuelled
• How to balance hormones naturally through nutrition
• Fertility diet foundations and what your body actually needs
• Preconception care and supporting your body for pregnancy

If you are TTC, struggling with irregular cycles, or starting to wonder whether stress and nutrition are playing a bigger role than you realised, this episode will give you a new way to understand what your body needs to feel safe enough to conceive.

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• #30 What You NEED to Know About Preconception Care
• # 7 Improving Fertility at Home

Connect with us:

Mungbean:
Instagram & TikTok: @mungbean_health
Website: www.mungbeanhealth.com

Sproutling Supplements:
Instagram: @sproutling_supplements
Website: https://sproutlingsupplements.com.au/

The Bean Talk
Instagram: @thebeantalk_
https://mungbeanhealth.com/pages/podcast

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

In this episode of The Bean Talk, Riannon and Jeremy explore the realities of breastfeeding and what many mothers are not told about the early days of feeding your baby. From the powerful benefits of colostrum to the physical challenges like breast engorgement and low milk supply, this episode breaks down what is really happening in your body and how to support your breastfeeding journey naturally.

They discuss why breastfeeding can feel difficult in the beginning, the role hormones and nutrition play in milk production, and how postpartum nutrition can support both mother and baby during this important time. You will also learn practical breastfeeding tips, natural strategies for supporting milk supply, and gentle ways to manage common breastfeeding challenges.

In this episode, we cover:

• Breastfeeding tips to support a smoother feeding journey
• Colostrum benefits and why it is often called liquid gold
• Breast engorgement and how to relieve discomfort naturally
• Common breastfeeding challenges and how to navigate them
• Postpartum nutrition and what your body needs while breastfeeding
• Foods that support milk supply and recovery after birth
• Natural ways to support breastfeeding through hydration and herbs
• Practical breastfeeding tips for tired and busy parents
• How stress and hormones can affect milk supply
• Where to find breastfeeding support if you need help

If you are preparing to breastfeed, currently breastfeeding, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you better understand the challenges and the natural ways you can support both your body and your baby.

Connect with us on Instagram or TikTok at @mungbean_health or visit www.mungbeanhealth.com to learn more about how we support families through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

If you want to book an appointment with one of our incredible naturopaths, visit our website https://mungbeanhealth.com/

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

The Bean Talk - Episode 44: How to Prepare for Postpartum: Mood Swings, Oxytocin, Meal Ideas & Mental Health Support

In this episode, Riannon and Jeremy dive into the fourth trimester and unpack what postpartum looks like (physically, emotionally, and hormonally). They explain why postpartum mood swings are common, what’s happening inside your body, and how to prepare for postpartum recovery.

They break down why so many women feel unlike themselves in those early weeks after birth and mourning the old version of yourself. You’ll also learn how to nourish your body after giving birth, simple postpartum meal ideas, supporting milk supply, and practical ways to protect your mental health and nervous system during this vulnerable season.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to prepare for postpartum physically and emotionally
• Postpartum hormones and why mood swings happen
• Oxytocin and bonding after birth
• Baby blues vs postpartum depression
• Postpartum anxiety symptoms
• Postpartum fatigue and recovery tips
• Postpartum nutrition and what to eat after giving birth
• Postpartum meal ideas to support healing
• Mental health support during the fourth trimester
• How to rebuild your body and nervous system after birth

If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you feel informed and empowered for the transition.

Connect with us on Instagram or TikTok @mungbean_health or visit mungbeanhealth.com for expert support.

If you want to book an appointment with one of our incredible naturopaths, visit our website: https://mungbeanhealth.com/

If you liked this episode, check out these previous episodes:

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The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

The Bean Talk - Episode 43: The Final Stretch: Third Trimester Symptoms, Energy Shifts & How Your Body Prepares for Labour (Pregnancy 101: A mini series)

In this episode, Riannon and Jeremy walk you through the final trimester of pregnancy and what’s really happening in your body as you prepare for birth. From shifting energy levels and common third trimester symptoms to the physical and emotional changes leading into labour, this episode is designed to help you feel informed, supported, and confident in the final stretch.

They explore how your baby grows and prepares for life outside the womb, why fatigue often returns, how your body begins rehearsing for labour, and why rest, gentle movement, and nervous system support matter more than ever in these final weeks.

In this episode, we cover:

• Third trimester symptoms and body changes
• Energy shifts and fatigue in late pregnancy
• Braxton Hicks contractions and what they mean
• Shortness of breath, swelling, and pelvic pressure
• How your body prepares for labour and birth
• Mental and emotional preparation for labour
• Gentle movement and exercise in the third trimester
• Supporting your body for postpartum recovery

If you’re approaching the end of pregnancy and wondering what’s normal, what’s important, and how to best support yourself and your baby, this episode is for you.

Connect with us on Instagram or TikTok @mungbean_health or visit mungbeanhealth.com for expert support.

The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.

The Bean Talk - Episode 42: Second Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect & the Essential Brain-Building Nutrients No One Is Talking About (Pregnancy 101: A mini series)

In Part 2 of our Pregnancy 101 mini series, Riannon and Jeremy break down what really happens during the second trimester of pregnancy and why this stage is about far more than simply “feeling better.”

They explore what to expect in the second trimester, including common symptoms, baby development, placenta function, and the physical and emotional shifts many women experience between weeks 13–27. This episode also takes a deeper look at second trimester nutrition and highlights a critical brain-building nutrient that plays a major role in baby’s development, yet remains widely overlooked in conventional pregnancy care.

This episode is for you if you want to understand what is happening in your body, how your baby is developing, and how to support both of you through the second trimester with clarity and confidence.

In this episode, we cover:

• What happens in pregnancy during the second trimester (weeks 13–27)
• Common second trimester pregnancy symptoms and body changes
• Second trimester baby development and when you feel baby kick
• Placenta function during pregnancy and why it matters for growth
• What to expect in the second trimester physically and emotionally
• Second trimester nutrition and how nutrient needs increase
• The overlooked role of brain-building nutrients in pregnancy
• Why conventional pregnancy care often misses key nutritional support
• How to support energy, movement, posture, and sleep in trimester two
• Preparing your body for the third trimester with nourishment and confidence

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Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @mungbean_health
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The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.