We sit down with the one and only Lily Nichols, RDN & CDE— author of Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, Real Food for Pregnancy, and  her latest work, Real Food for Fertility, to set the record straight and debunk myths about some of the most common preconception and pregnancy routine practices and complications. The nutritional choices we make do have an impact on all of these areas, and the mainstream medical paradigm is slow to adapt, per usual. In this episode we discussed: What is...

Oni, an Atlanta-based postpartum doula and single, homeschooling mom to two daughters aged eight and ten reveals her methods for making her non-traditional lifestyle work for her rather than against her. We loved the gentle wisdom and powerful reminders woven into this interview and we hope they resonate just as much with you.  We delve into concepts such as:the importance of veering away from the martyrdom mindset in motherhoodOni's abandonment of the feminist movement and her calling to...

The (K)at is finally out of the bag! Kat is expecting baby #2!! It would be a little weird if we withheld the most compelling aspects of this wild pregnancy and plans for a sovereign birth (we explain what that means too) as two moms who host a podcast dedicated to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. So, we of course had to divulge the details. It's too exciting not to share! We answer some of our listener questions submitted via instagram stories as well. Resources Referenced:  Real Food for...

Hilda Labradore Gore is the host and producer of Wise Traditions— the official Weston A. Price Foundation podcast. Hilda brings her innate positivity, decades-long wisdom on ancestral practices, and exuberant demeanor to the virtual table where the three of us discuss topics such as: How do we know which food movements du jour are truly right for us? Raw Milk and beef liver are all the rage now, but before that everyone was talking about Paleo, Keto, Pegan, Raw before 4pm and the list goes...

In response to welcoming an influx of new followers on our Instagram page (hi!!), we decided it would be fun and informative to see what you  wanted us to discuss in an upcoming episode. So, in this episode we both address as many of the questions you posed as we could. Don’t worry if your question was not addressed; we will address the remaining questions in a Q&A part 2! As a teaser, some of the questions we transparently answer include: ⁃Thoughts on gentle parenting ⁃Cloth...

We hear from Speech and Language Pathologist Maria Gianfilippo, Founder of Organic Speech Therapy, about what it takes to raise talkative babies and toddlers. First, it’s important to know what the milestones and averages are in regard to spoken words by specific age targets. Yes, every child does develop at his or her own pace; however,  within *reason*. We reflect upon the main contributors to a burgeoning vocabulary versus speech delays that should raise red flags. We learn about...

Continuing our conversation on our approach to baby led weaning. In part 2, we discuss: Our favorite first foods from each food group to offer a beginner eater How we can take radical responsibility for developing and refining our babies’ palatesWhy a variety of textures beyond purées is crucial for orofacial development Our simple hack for ditching the plastic pouches and baby food jars while traveling with your babyIdeas for combining specific foods and tapping into your creativity without...

Hear all about the MOTR approach to baby-led weaning. In this episode, we share our takes on:  what we think of baby-led weaninghow it’s different from simply “starting solids” overcoming obstacles mothers face when considering solids (fear of choking, allergens, breastfeeding relationships, etc). why we don’t care about added sodium for infants and what that evidence actually says (hint: it’s inconclusive)how we feel about purée pouches and stereotypical “baby food”why your pediatrician is...

Some women want two under two so they can “get the baby phase over with” in one fell swoop. Other women intentionally space their children 3+ years apart for various reasons such as socioeconomic and health. Whether you are currently considering conscious or unconscious conception, the choice of how far apart to space your babies can impact you in ways beyond what you may have imagined. So, what is the best interpregnancy interval between children? Is there even such a thing? Is one length...

We kick off season 2 of Moms Off The Record and sit down with our friend  and fellow radical mom, Lizzie Bolliger who you probably know as “Fierce Lizzie” to hear about her three births, what inspired her to leave her day job as a teacher and transition into a career as a doula on her terms. We discuss the difference between “natural” and physiologic birth misnomers, whether any intervention is “natural,” circumventing hospital policies and rules, how we all really feel about the anatomy...

As we approach 2024 and our almost one year anniversary of co-hosting Moms Off The Record podcast, we humbly and candidly reflect on all the things we either changed our minds about or would do differently with baby #2. We talk about what it means to be “above the line” vs. “below the line” as per “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership” We each share topics about which we’re okay with being self-righteous versus ones where we’re open-minded and curious. Find out where we changed our...

We sit down with Dr. Paul Thomas (yes, that one!) of The Vaccine-Friendly Plan for an uncensored discussion on vaccines in childhood and pregnancy.  Dr. Paul divulges answers to all the vaccine questions you wish you could ask your captured OBGYN, pediatrician, and/or MEDwife. WATCH the video interview here. Dr. Paul breaks down the axiom “safe and effective.”What is safe yet not effective? What is effective yet not safe?What about all those vaccines your OB or MEDwife is recommending you...

Teva Johnstone of the @RebelParents Instagram account (currently on a social media detox but still very active in real life and via her courses on her website) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Clinical Supervisor in the state of California. We explore topics with Teva like: Why homeschool at all? Aren’t there good private and Montessori schools?What are the problems with the public school system today? Which widely-taught ideologies are harmful for children?Which...

We are honored and humbled to interview none other than Just the Inserts who up until just a few weeks ago has been fully anonymous since the inception of her Instagram account 3 years ago. Now, she is allowing the public to hear her voice, and although we had the pleasure of seeing her face on camera for this very special recording, we are respectfully shielding her face from our social media for her and her family’s safety at this time. We learn from Just The Inserts: What her personal...

We learn from Anisa Woodall, MS CN: Why vegan and vegetarian diets (particularly non ovo-lacto) are not only unethical during preconception and pregnancy but also dangerous to mom and baby.What prompted Anisa to transition from plant-based to animal based once she entered nutrition school.Why certain “health foods” like açaí aren’t actually as nutrient dense as we believe and which nutrients we need to prioritize for optimal fertility instead.How much epigenetic impact both parents  have on...

Isabella Malbin, the host of the “Whose Body Is It” podcast, is also a life-coach, hypnotist and former "liberal" feminist turned radical truth teller. Isabella shares what initially peaked her years ago; euphemistic, sanitized terms like “belly birth” in lieu of cesarean section is just one example. We hear why she was kicked out of her Fertility Awareness Training program and why her Doula training program found her vernacular rooted in truth and refusal to erase “women” and “mother” from...

Per your request, we recorded this raw, introspective, humble and at times humorous look into how some of our closest friendships shifted- for better or worse- once we became moms. We share the awkward, odd, and redemptive friendship renaissances and demises. Friendships aside, we analyze how the relationships with our husbands changed since becoming parents. Do we believe our children “come first” or we as a couple “come first?” You’ll have to tune in to find out. Lastly, we reflect on...

Since we’re not fans of the term “stay-at-home mom” because of its implications that the mom doesn’t really “work” but rather just chills out at home, we’re comparing our lives as a full-time mom at home vs. a full-time working (in the traditional corporate sense) from home mom. That was a mouthful! Context: Kat resigned from her high-pressure, corporate career two months prior to her son’s birth and never returned to work- by choice- and he is now 14 months old (at the time this episode...

In today’s highly-anticipated episode, we call out the most riveting takeaways from the Lancet’s Breastfeeding Series. What you will learn: The history of CMF (commercial milk formula)What “the code” is, why it’s not enforced, and how CMF manufacturers  circumvent or directly violate the code at the expense of mothers’ and babies’ healthThe specific Machiavellian marketing strategies that CMF conglomerates implement globally in order to capitalize on, exploit, and hoodwink women into...

The MOTR moms are back! In today's episode, we welcome Nicole Cheever who is a mom of three, EC (Elimination Communication) connoisseur, and co-host of the Go Diaper Free podcast for an illuminating and humbling conversation on all things EC.  Nicole reveals how and when the diaper industry began prying its avaricious claws into busy moms, and how the downward spiral our modern lifestyle rooted in convenience culture has had detrimental psychological and physical impacts when we choose to...

Since Kat was in Italy, April had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Stephanie Seneff, author of the mind-blowing book, Toxic Legacy: How the Weedkiller Glyphosate is Destroying Our Health and Environment. Even if you think you know everything there is to know about organic and non-GMO food and the impact our food choices have, trust us when we say there is always more to unearth. Dr. Seneff's finding are more than alarming.  In this episode, you will leave with a clearer understanding...

We reminisce and reflect on what we thought postpartum would be like vs. what it actually looked and felt like. We chat about everything from hair loss, engorgement, body image and physical changes, moods and how our brains changed, our husbands and the support we received, how we’re different now 7-10 months postpartum vs. in the first couple of weeks, and some other TMI topics 😉. We'd love to hear your experiences with postpartum, especially if you're a first time mom! Be sure to head...

If you’ve already embarked on your crunchy mom journey, you know there is no final destination. The goal post keeps moving! We each discuss where we are currently with our holistic lifestyle and provide transparency on our crunchy shortcomings. Remember: it’s about the sum of the actions you take the majority of the time versus striving for perfection all of the time since perfection is an illusion. We share our favorite and must-have crunchy mom brands, products, and practices as well as...

Take an insider’s look into our philosophies, belief systems and values when it comes to motherhood and parenting.  We don’t shy away from ideologies we are against and why, and we discuss how our worldviews shape our parenting decisions.  We reflect on our priorities for our babies, and what comprises our foundation as strong and loving mothers. See our Resources. If you found this episode enlightening, please let us know by writing a review and leaving a rating on Apple Podcasts! We...