The Make A Baby Podcast

By Carolina Sotomayor

Are you desperate to see a positive pregnancy test each month, only to be heartbroken when your period arrives instead? The frustration and disappointment of wanting a baby right now can feel unbea

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April 04, 2024Get to Know Carolina
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In this episode, Caitlynn Eldridge is the guest host interviewing Carolina, as the guest, to get to know her better. Here is the inside scoop: Caitlynn is Carolina's best friend who has the best tea and conceived two Reiki babies with Carolina's support.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Returning to work after having a baby can be challenging, and it's important to prioritize your own well-being and the bond with your child.
Reiki is a practice that can help with healing and intuition. It involves channeling life force energy to promote balance and well-being.
Trusting your intuition is a process that can be developed through healing and self-reflection. Pay attention to your physical and emotional reactions to different situations.
When seeking a Reiki practitioner, watch videos and see how you feel. Look for someone who resonates with you and responds to your inquiries in a kind and supportive manner. Caro's journey of healing and self-discovery has led to personal and professional growth.
Emotional regulation has played a significant role in Caro's transformation and has positively impacted her relationships and decision-making.
Caro's goals for the future include expanding her business, reaching more women globally, and creating a sense of community and connection.
She dreams of living in a place that values slow, intentional living and fosters a strong sense of community, such as Spain.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:43 Leaving Corporate Job
05:27 Helping Others Get Pregnant
17:28 Scientific Evidence of Reiki
20:16 Learning Reiki and Finding the Right Practitioner
22:54 Working with Carolina
23:07 Caro's Journey to Reiki and Fertility Coaching
26:49 Helping Women Feel Safe and Excited About Fertility
30:10 Caro's Personal Growth and Achievements
33:50 Caro's Goals for the Future
41:15 Leaving a Lasting Impact on Listeners
42:23 The Healing Power of Reiki
47:56 The 'Get-To' Life Hack
51:31 Finding Gratitude in Everyday Life

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February 16, 2024Ultimate Guide to Rocking Your Pregnancy Like a Badass with Taylor Nosakhere
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In this episode, Carolina Sotomayor interviews Taylor Nosikera, a prenatal coach and birth doula, about rocking your pregnancy like a badass. They discuss the importance of preparing mentally and emotionally for birth, being unapologetic and advocating for yourself, and debunking misconceptions about pregnancy coaches and doulas. Taylor shares her insights and experiences in supporting women throughout their pregnancy journey. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Taylor on Instagram and explore her resources for a more empowered and fulfilling pregnancy experience.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Preparing mentally and emotionally for birth is crucial for a positive pregnancy experience.
Being unapologetic and advocating for yourself during pregnancy and birth is essential.
Pregnancy coaches and doulas provide valuable support and guidance throughout the pregnancy journey.
Misconceptions about pregnancy coaches and doulas include thinking they are only for home births or that they are unnecessary if you have a doctor or partner.
Connecting with a pregnancy coach or doula can help you feel empowered and in control of your birth experience.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
10:05 Rocking Your Pregnancy Like a Badass
12:10 Preparing Mentally and Emotionally for Birth
18:56 Being Unapologetic and Advocating for Yourself
25:30 Misconceptions about Pregnancy Coaches and Doulas
32:05 Finding Taylor and Working with Her

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February 16, 2024Want Pain-Free Periods? Listen Up! with Laura Pizzetti
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In this episode, Carolina Sotomayor interviews Laura Pizzetti, a nutritional therapist and naturopath specializing in women's health. They discuss the topic of pain-free periods and provide valuable insights and tips for women to reduce pain and improve their menstrual health. The conversation covers various aspects, including the causes of period pain, the connection between inflammation and menstrual health, and the importance of a balanced diet. Laura also shares the three most important things women can do to reduce pain and offers advice on what a regular period should look like. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Laura on Instagram and access her free resources for period pain relief.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Periods should not be painful and should not interfere with daily activities.
Period poops are caused by increased prostaglandins, which can be reduced by addressing inflammation.
Reducing inflammation through diet and lifestyle changes can help alleviate period pain.
A balanced diet, including anti-inflammatory foods, is crucial for menstrual health.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Episode Number
08:22 Should Your Period Hurt?
09:50 Period Poops
11:08 Causes of Inflammation
15:43 Three Most Important Things to Reduce Pain
26:56 What Women Should Know About Menstrual Health
30:11 What a Regular Period Should Look Like
32:16 Where to Find Laura Pizzetti

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February 16, 2024What to Know About Conceiving After An Abortion with Christine Renee
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In this conversation, Christine Renee shares her personal journey of conceiving after an abortion. She discusses her background as a shamanic Reiki practitioner and trainer, as well as her experience in women's health. Christine opens up about her first marriage and the decision to have an abortion, highlighting the emotional and physical impact it had on her and her partner. She then shares how she went on to conceive her first child and the challenges she faced in her relationship.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Conceiving after an abortion is a unique and personal journey that requires self-forgiveness and trust in the process.
Spirit babies have a plan and may choose to come into our lives at different times and through different relationships.
Each birth experience is unique, and it's important to trust your intuition and advocate for your needs during labor and delivery. Divorce can be a challenging experience, but it can also provide an opportunity to create a healthy family dynamic and show children what healthy relationships and communication look like.
Recognizing that each child has their own unique soul and spiritual path can help parents better understand and support their children.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
10:00 First Marriage and Abortion
19:20 Conceiving After Abortion
27:21 Birth Experience
35:20 Advice for Those Who Have Had Abortions and Want to Conceive
38:16 Navigating Divorce and Creating a Healthy Family Dynamic
39:28 Finding Clarity and Purpose at a Young Age
40:14 Learning from Parental Contrasts and Polarization
41:38 Reflecting on Parental Influence and Creating a New Path
43:06 Recognizing the Unique Soul of Your Child
44:34 Embracing Life's Roller Coaster and Growth Opportunities
44:42 Taking Action and Embracing the Journey on Earth
45:18 Connecting with Christine Renee and Reiki Cafe University

CONNECTION WITH CHRISTINE RENEE
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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reikicafeuniversity
Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReikiCafe
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February 09, 2024Why I Learned Reiki for My Birth with Laura Beck
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Laura Beck shares her journey of discovering Reiki and how it helped her during her second pregnancy and birth.. After finding a Reiki practitioner and attending regular Reiki sessions, she started to see improvements in her overall well-being and decided to have another child. She shares her personal experience of using Reiki during her second pregnancy and how it helped her have a better and more relaxed experience. Laura also talks about the benefits of Holy Fire Reiki and how it differs from other forms of Reiki. She emphasizes the importance of releasing worry and using Reiki to balance the chakras during pregnancy.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Reiki can be a beneficial practice during pregnancy, helping to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
Holy Fire Reiki is a popular form of Reiki that provides a structured and comprehensive education.
Reiki can help release worry and create a more positive and calm pregnancy experience.
Reiki may have an impact on the personality and temperament of the child.
Connecting with the baby and treating them as if they already exist can be a powerful practice during pregnancy.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background
18:40 First Birth Experience and Need for Change
25:20 Discovering Reiki and First Reiki Session
30:39 Second Pregnancy and Regular Reiki Sessions
38:03 Dreams of Future Children
39:28 Getting Pregnant with Second Child
40:26 Reiki and Pregnancy
41:29 Holy Fire Reiki
42:55 Benefits of Reiki during Pregnancy
44:21 Reiki and Child's Personality
46:20 Releasing Anger and Ancestor Patterns
47:07 Reiki as a Family Practice
48:38 Reiki and Conception
49:26 Seeing Babies and Balancing Chakras
52:52 Advice for Getting Pregnant
55:07 Connect with Laura Beck

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February 08, 2024February 2024 New Moon Reading
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In this episode, Carolina Sotomayor discusses setting intentions and grounding, the power of leadership, trusting your inner wisdom, and letting go of fear. She also invites listeners to join the Reiki Baby Movement and engage with the podcast through voice notes. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming episode featuring a Reiki master.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Set clear intentions and ground yourself before engaging in rituals or manifesting desires.
Embrace your role as a leader in your own life and trust your inner wisdom.
Let go of fear and trust in the support of higher powers.
Engage with the Reiki Baby Movement and share feedback and ideas with the podcast host.

Chapters
00:00 Setting Intentions and Grounding
02:26 Listener Review and Gratitude
03:20 New Moon Energy and Rituals
04:18 Embracing Leadership
07:42 Trusting Your Inner Wisdom
10:48 Letting Go of Fear
12:42 Invitation to Reiki Baby Movement
14:09 Engaging with the Audience
14:38 Upcoming Episode Preview

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17min
February 02, 2024Handling Grief with Gratitude with the Ortegas
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In this episode, Carolina interviews Jenny and Marianne Ortega, a couple who have been on a fertility journey for several years. They discuss their experiences with fertility treatments, including IUI and medication cycles. The couple shares their decision to switch roles and have Marianne try to conceive, leading to a successful pregnancy. Throughout their journey, they emphasize the importance of living life and finding joy amidst the challenges of infertility. They also talk about the importance of gratitude and documenting their journey through journaling and videos. Through their vulnerability and support for each other, they navigate the changes and uncertainties that pregnancy brings.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Switching roles and trying different approaches can lead to success in fertility treatments.
Living life and finding joy during the two-week wait can help reduce stress and anxiety.
Having a positive mindset and being cautiously hopeful can make a difference in the fertility journey.
Support from doctors, friends, and partners is crucial in navigating the ups and downs of infertility. IUI offers hope and better odds of success with each attempt.
It's normal to have mixed emotions and fears during pregnancy, even after struggling with infertility.
Practicing gratitude and documenting the journey can help navigate the changes and uncertainties of pregnancy.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Recap
26:18 Switching Roles and Starting Medications
29:58 Living Life and Enjoying the Two-Week Wait
31:26 The Pregnancy Announcement
33:46 The Hope of IUI
39:31 The Positive Pregnancy Test
43:29 The Surreal Experience of Pregnancy
45:27 Preparing for the Future
50:26 Gratitude and Documenting the Journey
01:06:37 Practicing Gratitude
01:15:13 Finding Wholeness and Contentment
01:23:22 Teaching Gratitude to Their Child
01:32:44 Reflecting on the Fertility Journey and the Make a Baby Headquarters Program
01:38:23 The Power of Reiki and Community

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February 01, 2024Answering Your Fertility Reiki Questions
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In this episode, Carolina Sotomayor answers fertility reiki questions and addresses various challenges in the motherhood journey. She discusses the pain of not being able to get pregnant and offers encouragement by explaining that seeing others with children means you are closer to achieving your goal. Carolina emphasizes the importance of mental health and suggests grounding exercises such as meditation and hobbies. She also explores the concept of blockages in conceiving, including father wounds, mother wounds, and inner child wounds. The decision of having a second baby and dealing with PCOS are also discussed, with a focus on emotional safety and parenting the inner child. The episode concludes with an invitation to join the Reiki Baby movement and connect with Carolina for further support.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Seeing others with children when you're struggling to conceive is a sign that you are closer to achieving your goal.
Prioritize your mental health during the motherhood journey by practicing grounding exercises like meditation and engaging in hobbies.
Blockages in conceiving can be related to father wounds, mother wounds, and unhealed inner child wounds.
Deciding to have a second baby is a personal decision that requires open communication and grounding to make the best choice for yourself and your partner.
For individuals with PCOS, it is important to focus on emotional safety and develop routines to feel safe when triggered.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Motherhood Challenges
00:54 Manifesting and Mental Health
02:20 Conceiving and Blockages
04:16 Deciding on Baby Number Two
04:45 PCOS and Emotional Safety
05:15 Closing and Invitation

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January 26, 2024How to Be Amazing at Conflict Resolution with Lilly Rachels
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In this conversation, Carolina and Lilly Rachels discuss conflict resolution in relationships. They explore the importance of modeling healthy conflict resolution for children and the impact of childhood experiences on adult conflict resolution skills. Lilly shares her framework for effective conflict resolution, emphasizing the need for clarity, sharing facts, expressing feelings, and making requests. They also discuss the importance of active listening and the energetics of communication. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of approaching conflict resolution with love and intention.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Modeling healthy conflict resolution is important for children to learn effective communication skills.
Effective conflict resolution requires clarity, sharing facts, expressing feelings, and making requests.
Active listening is crucial in conflict resolution to understand and validate the other person's perspective.
Approaching conflict resolution with love and intention can lead to more positive outcomes.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Connection
02:33 Setting the Stage for Conflict Resolution
04:12 The Importance of Conflict Resolution in Relationships
05:20 Modeling Conflict Resolution for Children
08:18 Introduction to Lilly Rachels' Work
09:41 Lilly Rachels' Framework for Conflict Resolution
11:14 Using Phrases and Templates for Effective Communication
12:25 The Feedback Loop Framework
18:16 The Importance of Active Listening
20:35 The Pebble or Boulder Approach
23:32 Common Mistakes in Conflict Resolution
28:11 The Energetics of Communication
29:15 Conclusion and Contact Information

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January 24, 2024Getting Pregnant? Get Your Vision for Motherhood.
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In this episode, the host discusses the importance of casting a vision for motherhood and guides defining your vision and reflecting on childhood experiences. The conversation also addresses fears of motherhood and making necessary changes in life. The concept of creating a quantum timeline and shaping one's reality is explored, emphasizing the importance of the mother's happiness. The episode concludes with a discussion on designing your life with a baby, curating happiness for your family, and embodying your higher self.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:
Casting a vision for motherhood is essential for a fulfilling experience.
Reflecting on childhood experiences helps determine what to carry over and what to avoid in motherhood.
Addressing fears of motherhood is important to build confidence and overcome doubts.
Making necessary changes in life to accommodate motherhood is crucial for a smooth transition.
Creating a quantum timeline and shaping one's reality allows for intentional and joyful motherhood.
The mother's happiness is vital for the overall well-being of the family.
Designing your life with a baby involves considering career, work-life balance, and milestones.
Curating happiness for your family involves intentional choices and prioritizing relationships.
Embodying your higher self allows you to be the best version of yourself as a mother.
Reflecting on questions about motherhood can provide valuable insights and clarity.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:55 Defining Your Vision for Motherhood
02:06 Reflecting on Childhood Experiences
02:59 Addressing Fears of Motherhood
03:27 Making Changes for Motherhood
03:54 Creating a Quantum Timeline
04:17 Shaping Your Reality
04:53 The Importance of the Mother's Happiness
05:21 Designing Your Life with a Baby
05:49 Curating Happiness for Your Family
06:01 Embodying Your Higher Self
06:31 Reflecting on Motherhood Questions
07:00 Call to Action and Conclusion

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