Episodes
Beth Barry is the author of "Motherwhelmed" and the founder of Revolution From Home. On this podcast, Beth shares candidly about her process of learning to embody her own worth as a woman and a Mother and walks us through some of the ways Mothers have been taught to negate their gifts and needs and exist in a constant state of self-doubt. You can learn more about Beth and her work at revolutionfromhome.com Please find more information about The Goddess Cleanse at The Goddess Cleanse —...
Published 09/19/23
In this episode, I talk with Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD, author of "The Nurture Revolution." Greer shares her journey to neuroscience and why she chose to specialize in infant brain development. We talk about the indelible impact of early childhood experiences, the lack of cultural support for Mothers and parents, and the REAL meaning behind Nurture. If you, like me, struggle with mom guilt and your own trauma patterns in Motherhood, I guarantee you'll love this conversation. Find Greer...
Published 08/21/23
Ash Ritter is an ethno-botanist, herbalist, plant magician and teacher. In this episode I ask Ash about Mother Rage from the perspective of plants. Listen in.
Published 08/14/23
On the day this podcast was published, Sally Kempton left her body. This episode is dedicated to Sally, her teachings, and her indelible imprint on my life and the lives of so many. In this episode we discuss: The Goddess Kali, her teachings, lessons, and shadow aspects The transformational aspects of birth as Kali-esque Female rage and its transmission through generational trauma How to understand Goddesses and deities through myth and mantra
Published 07/10/23
Welcome back to Luis Mojica of Holistic Life Navigation. In this episode we discuss the somatics of rage and the particularities of birth and postpartum as shock states. We also discuss: - rage vs anger - the role of community - healing as a feminine state, trauma as a masculine state - reconfiguring our experience by consenting to the things we didn't consent to - what men need to heal Find Luis online at www.holisticlifenavigation.com / @holistic.life.navigation
Published 07/03/23
Sunny Rose Healy is an Ayurvedic practitioner specializing in women's hormonal and perinatal health. Find her online at www.mamayurveda.com / @mamayurveda
Published 06/26/23
Welcome, Dr. Katie Rose! In this episode, we talk about all things reproductive health. Dr. Katie and I discuss not only the nitty gritty of fertility as it relates to overall health, but also get into the weeds a bit about top concerns for anyone trying to conceive. Dr. Katie is a naturopathic doctor specializing in hormonal and reproductive health, and I know you'll love our conversation. Find Dr. Katie online at www.drkatierose.com and on IG @drkatierose
Published 02/21/23
In this episode, I had the honor to be in conversation with Scott Blossom, a renowned practitioner and teacher of Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and Yoga about his perspective on the human microbiome. We dive into the what and the how of the microbiome - what is it, and how does it impact our overall health? We also discuss some of the ways the microbiome has been damaged not only by environmental factors, but also culture, and how to repair it. Finally, Scott and I dive into the particulars of...
Published 02/07/23
Welcome Luis Mojica from Holistic Life Navigation! Luis shares his incredible story of coming to trauma healing from an estrogen-dominant male body and moving through the shock of puberty and a fractured cultural ideal related to masculinity and manhood. In this conversation, we discuss: The body initiation of puberty and sexual expression. The need for cultural holding around puberty and the specifics of testosterone dominant bodies. The body initiation of parenthood. Integrating the...
Published 01/03/23
Jacki Carr is a goal coach, a speaker, a mother, and a body of WISDOM. In this episode, Jacki and I talk all things goals - what they is, what they ain't, what they could be, and how to drop the story of what they should be. Jacki makes me life every three minutes, so listen in for some pep, inspiration, deep talk, and laughter. I know you'll love it. Find Jacki here: Instagram: @jackicarr Web: www.jackicarr.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 09/23/22
What gets in the way of women feeding themselves in life and in pregnancy? Maryn and I explore the complexities and cultural factors on women feeling fed, nourished, and well throughout pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 06/15/22
Kate is a wisdom tender and spiritual embodiment guide who helps you track where your story meets your body, zeroing in on what needs to be remembered, reclaimed, and lovingly repaired. http://www.wildsacredjourney.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 06/08/22
The conversation continues (and deepens!) as Marissa and I continue weaving together the principles of Ayurveda, birth, grief, and liberation from a binary of care. Find Marissa online at www.inlokahmotion.com / @inlokahmotion Join the Winter Sacred Moon series https://coursecraft.net/c/wintermoon --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 12/16/21
Marissa and I discuss the intersection of Somatics and Ayurveda in trauma resolution as well as the fallacy of control in birth, the shadow side of "holistic" birth, and the paradox of simple solutions to complex issues in our culture of birth and healing.  Part I of II inlokahmotion.com @inlokahmotion --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 12/07/21
Listen in as I chat w/ fellow Somatic Sex Educator and mum, Casia Sobolewski. We dive into our individual journeys through pregnancy, birth, and motherhood and the impact each phase had on our identity, pleasure, and sexuality. Themes include the absence of consent in Motherhood, and ways to cope, the trappings of self-imposed obligation, and the pleasure of lots and lots of help. Learn a bit about Somatic Sex Education and the incredible work Casia offers in person in Canada and virtually...
Published 09/14/21
Be a fly on the wall for this awesome conversation between me and Britta - Mother, author, childbirth and parent educator, and mentor.  Listen as Britta and I discuss early Motherhood - its paradoxes, blessings, challenges, and mysteries. Plus, a sweet surprise ending as I ask Britta about the intersection of her Mothering and her life path.  www.brittabushnell.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 08/30/21
Regenerative farming and food practices. Healing the brain, the gut, the womb. Pre-conception and fertility best practices. Healing the earth by tending to our bodies. The facts about meat. Find Kate at regenerativecookingschool.com Discover more about my Sacred Ground and Sex & Motherhood Courses here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 08/15/21
Connect with Sunny at mamayurveda.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 08/01/21
Samantha's journey to fertility and conception awareness, advocacy and education.  The significance of ovulation on our mental, emotional and physical health. The difference between conception and implantation and why that matters. The roots of the myth that fertility is a disease to be medically managed. Samantha's personal birth story and its impact on her present work in the world. Some details about her new book, "Please Bleed!" and the radical educational approach of skill...
Published 03/18/21
The Artistry of Ancestral Healing The Gift of Grief Finding Purpose in Our Pain Birth, Loss, and Postpartum Tending https://www.cardamomandkavate.com/about --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 03/15/21
Join me and writer, teacher, author and mother, Molly Caro May as we dive into the complex and creative reality of birth, embodiment and ancestral inheritance. In this episode Molly and I discuss: Her experience of belonging and diversity driven by growing up in four different countries. The human need / drive to tell stories. The creativity implicit in pregnancy and birth.  The myth of the "Universal Female experience" and the archetypal energy of the birthing body. Racism in...
Published 11/21/20
Join me and Rachael Maddox as we dive deep into the nitty gritty of our humanity: What is beyond individual healing? How do we mature as a collective? Culture, belonging and the trauma of orphaned ancestors. Sex and self-trust. Embodied consent and expanding our possibilities for pleasure. http://rachaelmaddox.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rachaelmaddox/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stacey-ramsower/support
Published 09/28/20
Join me and Pelvic Physical Therapist, Brit Harmon, as we dive into some juicy topics: Feminine and the unique wisdom in women’s reproductive cycles Pelvic Physical Therapy and full-spectrum health Taboos of women’s health, and reproductive health in particular Supporting fertility outcomes through education as well as language The connection between shame, body awareness and pelvic health The role of our individual birth experience on our longterm health and self-trust The culture of...
Published 09/14/20
Ralph de la Rosa is an internationally-published author, psychotherapist and meditation teacher. In this episode we discuss: His new book, "Don't Tell Me to Relax: Emotional Resilience in the Age of Rage, Feels and Freak Outs" Common misconceptions about healing The commodification of Yoga and the oversimplification of its message How to work with emotions in a functional way The myth of Kali and the significance of anger Moving out of addiction and into connection Anti-racism work,...
Published 08/31/20