Welcome to the Pure Nurture Book Club! Grab a cup of tea and soak up the introduction of my book, Pure Nurture—A Holistic Guide to a Healthy Baby. (It's less than 13 minutes.) I wrote this book to pass on self-care tips I wish my friends would've shared with me while I was pregnant because our well-being is connected to the development of our babies. I hope you find new ways to feel your best because self-care is NOT a luxury. It's vital. Each chapter of my book will relate to another book...

Michele Santo is an inspired energy healer and writer. Behind the scenes, Michele has actually helped me birth the podcast and keep it going for the past five years. It's fun to have her on the other side of the podcast! She helps women create more fulfilling relationships by asking for what they want without hurting a soul. Michele's unique method of emotional freedom technique can break patterns of anxiety, people-pleasing, and low self-worth so you can find peace. In this episode, you...

With an extensive medical background in Laboratory Science, Fertility, and Blood Banking, Jennie is well equipped to understand your illness and symptoms. Utilizing the system of Homeopathic Medicine allows Jennie to help clients find a deeper and longer lasting healing than is often possible with conventional medicine, because Homeopathy is able to address the root cause of illness and stimulate a healing response in the individual. Jennie is a graduate of the 4-year Classical Homeopathy...

Kelly Brogan, M.D., is a holistic health psychiatrist, author of the New York Times bestselling book, A Mind of Your Own, Own Your Self, the children’s book, A Time for Rain, and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She completed her psychiatric training and fellowship at NYU Medical Center after graduating from Cornell University Medical College and has a B.S. from M.I.T. in Systems Neuroscience. She is board-certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic...

Dr. Jen Forristal, BSc ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor with a primary focus in pediatric mental health and the founder and CEO of The Umbrella Project, a positive coping curriculum used internationally by thousands of parents, students, and educators. She has worked extensively with schools, researchers, and organizations in protecting the long-term health and performance of children facing unique challenges. Her work has been published in the Canadian Journal of School Psychology, and she was...

Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD, is a neuroscientist, doula, and educator who empowers nurtured parenting, and disrupts modern parenting practices to begin new cycles of intergenerational wellness. She is on a mission to revolutionize the future of health and it all begins at the beginning of life.  Greer spent many years studying the brain in a lab and many years using her knowledge while supporting families as a doula. She wants families and perinatal practitioners to understand how caregivers can...

Gigi Vincent is a postpartum doula and host of the Ready for Baby podcast; she is committed to shifting the disparity between the amount of focus most families place on birth versus preparing for the fourth trimester. A strong advocate of preparing for postpartum by investing in maternal support instead of fancy baby equipment, Gigi empowers families to focus on resting and bonding instead of researching or stressing. Knowing there isn’t one right way to have and raise a tiny human, Gigi...

Your baby's birth day is right around the corner and you want to be prepared. There are so many birth education methods out there. How do you know which one will be the best fit for you? I've taken the uncertainty and guesswork out of it all and created a quick and easy guide leading you through a high-level overview of the 5 most popular courses out there (including a few other ones that are gaining popularity). You'll find helpful resources at the end of each section to point you in the...

Over nine years ago, Jodi and her family started the adventure of homeschooling. Towards the beginning, she wrestled with various methods and philosophies, curriculums, and checklists to find the correct fit for her family. She was in search of a method that embodied the beautiful use of art and natural materials in Waldorf education yet encompassed the pedagogy of Charlotte Mason, all while being simple enough to educate five children efficiently. Since she was unsuccessful in finding such...

Ana G. Herrera suffered from stage IV endometriosis for years and went through excruciating PMS pain, infertility and five surgeries, the last one ending in a full hysterectomy and a colon resection, which led to surgical menopause. Ana’s painful experience inspired her to help others struggling with hormonal imbalances avoid suffering in silence as she did. Knowing there’s a lot to be done and learned in order to make the right health choices, she started Hormone University to educate,...

Paige Cornetet is the bestselling author of the Spend-Then series, a collection of children’s books teaching financial literacy by simplifying traditionally complicated concepts. A forward-thinking entrepreneur, Paige founded Millennial Guru at the age of twenty-six to provide companies like Kroger and Capital One with business coaching and strength-based team-building workshops. Paige, the eldest of four, is passionate about helping parents teach children imperative life skills and...

There are about 172 different pet names for a pacifier.  No matter what you call it, it can be hard on the entire family when it's time to break the binky habit. In this podcast episode, I'm sharing how our family said, “Chao chupito!" Depending on what you call it, you can be saying "Bye-Bye, Binky" in just a short time too.  Listen to our story here and find a step-by-step guide to breaking the binky habit below: How to successfully send all of your pacifiers off to new babies that don’t...

Dr. Stephanie Dueger is a psychotherapist, parent coach, and educator, who works with expectant and new parents and their little ones. She facilitates parent workshops and is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the academic Journal of Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health. Dr. Dueger lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and two daughters. Preparing for Parenthood: 55 Essential Conversations for Couples Becoming Families is her first book—the book she wishes she’d had for herself...

Leah Boden is wife to Dave, mother to four children, and a longtime home educator. With over two decades of experience in church leadership, Leah’s background also features many years in youth, children’s, and family work within the church and for the local education authority. Leah speaks, hosts podcasts and coaching sessions, and runs workshops sharing the beauty of a Charlotte Mason approach to childhood, motherhood, and education. She and her family live in the West Midlands, England. In...

Dr. Melissa Sonners is the host of the Be Inspired Mama Podcast, a community for women who want to transform struggles into victories by taking action.   She has extensive training in prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care. Melissa shares the latest research with parents and children who are pursuing healthy lifestyles and navigating the complex demands of balancing it all. She completed the functional neurology childhood developmental course through the Carrick Institute and is one of...

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I’m doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it’s our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Where I found the concept of Mamma Bear Wisdom Conflicted? Use the power of your breath to find the answer! Trusting yourself more Fitting moments of stillness into your day Get up and move Put pen to paper If you prefer to read the blog, How to Channel Your Mama...

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I’m doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it’s our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: How the doctor handled Kristy's postpartum depression Emotional signs Mental signals Physical alarm bells Helpful resources Ways to mother and care for new Moms If you prefer to read the blog, Recognizing the Signs of Postpartum Depression, click here.

WELCOME TO THE BLOG SERIES! I’m doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it’s our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Pranayama Mantra Meditation Water reset Being with nature Other ways to unwind If you prefer to read the blog, 5 Ways to Relax When You're Expecting, click here.

I’m doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you – just pretend it’s our next audio book! In this episode, you will learn about: Maternity underwear Witch hazel Sitz baths The first postpartum bowel movement Nutrition Staying active Breast care Staying in touch with your doctor Resting If you prefer to read the blog, 8 Postpartum Recovery Tips written by Jenny Hart, click here. Connect with Jenny: LinkedIn: @jenny-m-hart

I'm doing something NEW. On the podcast, I will sprinkle in solo episodes where I read the most popular blogs to you - just pretend it's our next audio book! If you prefer to read the blog,  5 Surprising Things You Can Do During Pregnancy to Rock your Postpartum, click here.

Annie Kerchief is a 2x home birth mom who is passionate about natural healing, real food nutrition, plus following her intuition and encouraging mothers to do the same. She switched to a home birth plan at 32 weeks pregnant with her first. She is 28 and lives with my husband and 2 babies in southern Indiana. Annie left her office job to be a stay at home mom when her first was born and would not want to be doing anything else. In this conversation, you will learn about: Breaking up with...

Isabel Jones shares guidebooks, resources, and personal insights to help women reclaim birth and motherhood. In this episode, you will learn: What Free Birth means Why Isabel didn't choose to give birth in a hospital Isabel's personal birth story Lotus birth Agreeing on a free birth with her partner Isabel managed prenatal care all by herself Drama-free birth experience Setting boundaries with family and friends Free Guides for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Connect with Isabel: ...

Lisa Druxman is the Chief Founding mom of FIT4MOM, the country's largest fitness program for moms. She is an author, speaker and thought leader for moms. In this episode, you will hear about: Stroller Strides Adjusting to exercise after birth Pelvic floor practices Episode 46: Preparing Your Pelvic Floor and Core for Birth with Anita Lambert Episode 47: Healing Your Core and Pelvic Floor After Birth with Jessica Pumple Episode 95: Think Beyond Birth with Stephanie Stamas and Jessica Babich...