Pure Nurture Pregnancy and Birth

Latest Episodes:

Deepen Your Body Wisdom with Leslie Huddart Feb 18, 2020

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Meet Leslie Huddart. Although she didn't recognize it as a child, she's been on a healer's path her whole life. She's an acupuncturist who studied reiki, Thai massage, shiatsu, and Asian medicine. Now she teaches women (and men who "get it" ) skills of self-mastery in her Subtle Body Certification TM program, The Body Wisdom Academy, so they can win in life, stay grounded in tough times, nurture awesome relationships, and feel great about being who they actually are.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

The Path of Motherhood is a Path of Spiritual Growth
Subtle Body Expert
Body Wisdom
Mind Shifts
HypnoBirthing
Mind-Body Connection
Postpartum Depression
Soul Pancake YouTube Channel

If you could talk to Leslie all day, continue the conversation at TheBodyWisdomAcademy.com and LeslieHuddart.com. Consider doing her 21-Minute Free Training to deepen your body wisdom. Your body really does have a mind of its own and you can talk to your body like a friend!

For fun, Leslie is giving our listeners a gift, so head over to Instagram.com/Pure_Nurture to enter to win!

Cosmic Parenting with Tara Vogel Feb 11, 2020

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What is Astrology and how can it help you become the kind of mom you want to be? How understanding your child's birth chart can help you to embrace and support the unfolding of your child's authentic self. How understanding your birth chart can help you stay grounded in your own soul work as you navigate the very demanding, life-changing, (and sometimes overwhelming) experience of mothering. How to use the monthly Moon cycles to support you in your daily job of mothering.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Tara, the Astrologer and Coach for mindful moms
How astrology can help you parent your kids
Natal Chart
Your North Star or purpose in life
Where Mercury is on your chart shows how you learn
Where Saturn is on your chart shows your life lessons
Daily cosmic weather Instagram posts
CafeAstrology.com

If you want to read Tara's daily posts on what's going on in the cosmos, stop by Instagram. You can go deeper in coaching sessions with how to relate to your family best based on their astrology.

If you're obsessed with astrology and want to learn more, Debra Silverman has an online course.

Win a mini astrology session with Tara. Click here!

Living from Your Heart with Angela Barbieri Usas Feb 04, 2020

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Important question: Are you living from your head or your heart? A lot of us are stuck in our heads, working a job we hate without considering what our heart wants. Angela Barbieri Usas, mom of three, guides us back to our hearts, so we can hear the truth of what we want. She believes we're meant to live a life beaming from our heart centers. With the everyday demands of life, pulled in a million directions, it can be hard. Her passion is to empower women back to their wholeness, their hearts. In this episode, you'll hear about:

Radiant Heart Center in Virginia
What is a Heart Guide?
Heart-to-Heart Support
Where are you stuck right now?
Radiating from your heart
Virtual, phone, or in person coaching
Crystal Grid Workshop
Intentional Jewelry
Kundalini Yoga
Pure Nurture Podcast Gratitude Group

Join the Pure Nurture Gratitude group for 30-days of gratitude beginning Friday, February 7th, 2020. Click here to join for free.

Building a relationship that withstands the trials of parenthood Jan 28, 2020

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Meet this power couple, Sarah Bivens: coach, podcaster, & amazing mama — AND — Matthew Bivens: coach, podcaster, & purpose activator.

They individually and collectively help people prepare for parenthood in an orgasmic way.

Sarah's mission is: To be the Badass Goddess in exquisite execution of balanced lifestyle; acknowledging and honoring my divine feminine source and owning my power to co-create, while intimately connecting to others through love, service, nurturing, and healing; exploring and being what's possible, attuned to the abundance of the Universe and answering its call with a joyful and faithful heart that generates orgasmic and sustainable health and wealth.

Matthew's mission is: To help you transform fear to love and scarcity to abundance, and I'm so committed to creating and holding the space for your greatness!

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Doing it at Home Podcast with Sarah & Matthew Bivens
Home Birth stories & resources
Having it A.L.L Podcast with Matthew Bivens
Balanced Lifestyle Coaching
Fasting
Empowered Birth Community
Kids magnify everything
Communication in marriage
Breakdown to breakthrough
Pre-children counseling
Scheduling sex
Kids are our teachers
Resolving conflict with kids
Book Recommendation: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
Documentary: E-MOTION by Gaia
Healthy relationships vs codependency

Thank you, Sarah & Matthew, for giving us a lot to think about for our own personal & familial fulfillment! Be open to what they've co-created:

DIAHPodcast.com

SarahBivens.com + Sarah's Instagram

MatthewBivens.com + Matthew's Instagram

Your Nurtured Brain with Shveta Sontakey Jan 21, 2020

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Welcome Shveta Sontakey back on the podcast! On episode 19, she said how hypnobirthing was the most empowering thing she did for herself, and her family.

Today she invites us to see what our brains look like for the first time.

In her new business, Nurtured Brain, she helps families optimize their brain power through neuroscience and tech. I WISH I lived in LA to try this service out with her! It sounds AMAZING and LIFE CHANGING for parents. When you see your brain for the first time (just like looking in the mirror), you'll automatically make adjustments. Things like resolve trauma, rewire your brain to be more mindful, and calm your nervous system. Powerful stuff!

In this episode, you'll hear about:

A magical birth experience through the power of your brain
Mental fatigue
Nurtured Brain - All about healing our brains
Neurofeedback sessions
Bio Strap - A tech bracelet that tracks sleep, recovery, and performance
Neurofeedback Practitioners
Benefits of neurofeedback
Sontakey affirmation bracelets
Neurofeedback paired with Singlet Oxygen Therapy

Sheveta LOVES creating stronger neural pathways in your brain. What she LOVES MORE is connecting with you! Say "HI!" to her on Instagram, see how to optimize your brain at Nurtured Brain, and check out her affirmation bracelets. To your brilliant brain!

Baby Astrology: What the stars say about your child's personality Jan 14, 2020

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Tracey L. Rogers is an Activist, professional Astrologer, and certified Life Coach serving clients throughout the DMV, nationally, and abroad. With extensive knowledge of Western astrological thought and traditions, Tracey has been studying the stars for over 20 years. As a Leo who understands the importance of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and being completely authentic, Tracey's practice of Astrology is interwoven with Life Coaching techniques that provide clients with a fully encompassing approach to empowered living.

Tracey's work has been featured in Alexandria Living Magazine, Black America Web, Martha Stewart Weddings, O – The Oprah Winfrey Magazine, Other Words DC, Rebelle Society, Sasstrology, Sesi Magazine, and The Horoscope Junkie. She is also a featured guest on nationally syndicated radio, including the Russ Parr Morning Show (MAJIC 102.3) based in Washington, DC, and Dee Dee In The Morning (K104) based in Dallas, TX.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Tracey's family of mediums and astrologers
What is astrology?
Birth Map
How Birth Maps make you a better parent
Baby Astrology Books

For a chance to win a personalized baby astrology book, click here. Giveaway ends Friday 1/17/20 at 4 pm est.

Baby's First Astrology book tells the story of how the universe aligned itself at the moment of child's birth. They describe your son's or daughter's personality based on their full astrological make-up. Find out more on BabyAstrologyBooks.com and TraceyLRogers.com.

Nurturing Gratitude, Cultivating Joy with Alexandria Smith Jan 07, 2020

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Alex is the creator of Nurture. She lives with her husband on a little farm in California where they raise their three little ones. Alex is a homeschooler, certified postpartum doula, and keeper of the precious seasons of motherhood for herself and others through honest photographs and words. Inspired by the innate connections and organic rhythms of everyday life with her children; the magic moments present in the mundane, motherhood is her muse, and love is her platform.

Alex talks all about being present and letting the small everyday moments speak volumes of gratitude in our lives.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Alexandria Smith
Nurture's monthly offer
Gentle discipline (without anger)
Postpartum doula life
Homeschooling
Nature
Tough Mom moments
Conscious Discipline

Sow seeds of JOY at NurtureMotherhood.com where mundane tasks are magical. Find her on Instagram, too.

Myths & Misconceptions about Fertility and Trying to Conceive with Lindsay Meisel Dec 31, 2019

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Meet Lindsay Meisel, Chief Science Editor at Ava Fertility Tracker, a bracelet using new technology to detect a woman's fertile window in real time. She loves breaking down science, tech, and health to improve women's health and their menstrual cycles. With over a decade of experience educating and writing about reproductive health, Lindsay is a sought-after speaker and presenter. Her work has been featured on The Fertility Hour, The Birth Hour, The Breakthrough Journal, and The Rumpus.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Ava World Blog
Myths of Fertility
Your menstrual cycle matters (beyond fertility)
The Kate & Mike Show: How to Use Your Hormones as a Superpower with Kate Northrup and Alisa Vitti
WomanCode book by Alisa Vitti
NHI Study: Prolonged PMS can be a sign of future ailments (Source: Alisa Vitti's work)
CemCor
No Period: Now What? book by Dr. Nicola J Rinaldi
Ovulation
More fertility myths
Progesterone
Getting off the pill
Myths of miscarriages

You can find out more about Lindsay through the AvaWorld Blog.

Self-Love and Slow Living with Chloe and Michael from Mindfully Loved Dec 24, 2019

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Mindfully Loved founded by Chloe and Michael exists to empower new and expectant parents to find the art of self-love and slow living. About Chloe

Chloe is a certified hypnotherapist and psychologist working with adults, children, and parents for almost 10 years. She has worked at her own private practice overseas, worked in youth organizations, various school settings, and private clinics.

She has two master's degrees in Educational Psychology and School Psychology having completed her studies at Columbia University – Teachers College in New York City. During that time she also developed a passion for Hypnotherapy and completed her certificate in hypnotherapy through the National Guild of Hypnotists Inc.

Chloe is a dreamer, who wants to be part of the change to our future generation. She loves the outdoors, traveling, volunteering, the beach, and essential oils.

About Michael

Michael is an Allied Health Professional with over 11 years of hands-on and case management experience with people recovering from soft tissue injuries to severe brain and spinal injuries.

Michael studied Health Sciences at La Trobe University before finding his calling, completing an Advanced Diploma in Myotherapy. Battling with his own Mental Health for 8 years, he discovered the power of self-worth and acceptance. Since then he's been able to support and help lots of others through his own learning's, writing and poetry. Michael has a passion for personal, spiritual, and collective growth. He enjoys writing, being immersed in music and sports.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Mindfully Loved's mission
Self-Love
Slow Living
Fully accepting all of yourself (even trauma) & letting it go
Shveta's mantra bracelets
Mindfully Loved: An eCourse for Expectant Parents
Preparing for parenthood
HypnoBirthing & hypnotherapy

We need to clean out our own garage in order to create a safe space of love for our children, partner, and others. Chloe and Michael empower expecting and new parents to heal themselves through the art of self-love and slow living. Learn more at:

Website: www.mindfullyloved.com (Feel free to join their list)

Download their free ebook entitled, Mindfully Growing: A Holistic and Mindful Approach to Preparing for Parenthood. (no opt-in is required)

Instagram: @mindfullyloved Facebook: @Mindfully Loved

Trimester Zero with Kristy Goodman Dec 17, 2019

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Kristy Goodman is the Co-Founder and CEO of PreConception Inc., an online service that provides direct-to-consumer preconception testing. Kristy is a women's health, physician assistant (PA) with an M.S. in PA Studies and an MPH in Health Education and Behavioral Science from Rutgers University. Kristy completed a postgraduate fellowship in Ob/Gyn and has worked in a variety of settings providing preconception and prenatal care, labor and delivery services, and infertility treatment. Kristy is an advocate for evidence-based, patient-centered care and shares educational resources on her Instagram @theobgynpa. Kristy lives in Los Angeles, California with her partner and breast-cancer survivor dog, Kira.

This week, we talk about preconception care. and what women can do to improve their health before pregnancy in order to improve their chances of having a healthy pregnancy as this is my recent area of expertise! We could do a general overview of pregnancy planning or a more focused discussion on what questions to ask your healthcare provider, when to start planning, which tests to get done, etc.

On the podcast, you'll hear about:

Kristy and her company, PreConception
Improving your health pre-pregnancy
Episode 22: Preconception Nutrition with Ryann Kipping
Diet and exercise
Prenatal vitamins
Preconception Testing
Immunity Testing
Genetic Testing
Talk to your family & friends about preconception care

No doubt that Kristy will either coin the term "Trimester Zero" or make it part of our everyday dialogue. Cheer her on! While you're at it, join the conversation

Instagram: @theobgynpa Facebook: www.facebook.com/theobgynpa Websites: www.theobgynpa.com & www.preconceptiontest.com