Wild and Well

Dr. Hilary Claire
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Wild and Well

Here we delve into the big and little things that move the needle for children’s health and mental wellness in a modern world that doesn’t make it easy to do so.

  1. Healing foods to eat postpartum

    6 DAYS AGO

    Healing foods to eat postpartum

    We prepare and think about birth a lot. Or at least I did.  But postpartum? Not so much.  It wasn’t until after I had both my children that I even heard of a postpartum doula. A birth doula sure, but postpartum – no.  Postpartum was a shocking reality slap. It was beautiful. It was messy. And it was the first time in my life that I craved more support on such a deep level.  Imagine how different our world would be if new mothers had extra support and delicious nourishing meals during those first few days, weeks and months after birth?  I know that my own matrescence journey would have been a little gentler with a little less nutrient depletion. How about yours?  Postpartum care and nourishment are so important. So, I asked Alicia Allison, a postpartum chef, postpartum doula and herbalist, to join me on the podcast to talk about how mothers can get more nourishment postpartum.  Alicia and I chat about:  Bringing celebration to postpartum food  How to build new postpartum traditions  Why a culture of care is what mothers need  Foods to eat when pregnant Healing foods postpartum  Why preconception is a great time to work on holistic health  The importance of agency in creating our postpartum experience  Herbs to support mothers postpartum  Not only is Alicia a postpartum chef, postpartum doula, and herbalist, but she is also a yoga teacher, lactation counsellor, somatic wellness practitioner. She is a pioneer and leader in postpartum nutrition. Over more than a decade of working as a postpartum chef and doula, Alicia has supported over 80 families during the fourth trimester. She created NOURISH, a program that educates and mentors home chefs and postpartum doulas to provide care to more families during those postpartum weeks and months. Alicia is dedicated to helping others heal, nurture their bodies and bring life into this world in a way that elevates our collective consciousness.  Episode Links:  Say hi to Alicia on Instagram   Join NOURISH: The Art of Supporting Families as a Postpartum Chef  Check out Alicia’s website  Learn more about what Alicia has to offer  Book recommended by Alicia  The First Forty Days  Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Grab a copy of my book, The Motherhood Reset Check out other my other podcast episodes & articles   Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    1h 4m
  2. Curbing morning sickness without pharmaceuticals

    1 DEC

    Curbing morning sickness without pharmaceuticals

    Morning sickness seems like something that we have to struggle through. The only options typically given are medicine, ginger tea or plain crackers.  Morning sickness can be so severe for many pregnant women that they are hesitant or even downright fearful to go through another pregnancy.  But there really is so much we can do to prevent morning sickness or reverse the symptoms if we are currently experiencing it!  In this episode, I am joined by Jes Reynolds to discuss morning sickness and what we can do to prevent and stop it in its tracks. She works with pregnant and soon-to-be pregnant mamas to set them up to have great pregnancies without the debilitating nausea.  Jes gives moms experiencing the endless nausea so much hope and more importantly, health and vitality during their pregnancy. She is a holistic HG and morning sickness coach who helps moms reverse their symptoms within as little as seven days without pharmaceuticals.  Even if you are done having kids, what Jes talks about here is so helpful for creating a healthy life for yourself and your children.  Jes and I chat about:  How Jes reversed her morning sickness symptoms within 3 days  The difference between morning sickness and HG The 8 core areas to address to reduce or prevent morning sickness How to figure out what is causing your morning sickness  Simple nutritional strategies to reduce morning sickness  The connection between histamine and morning sickness Doable ways to reduce toxins in your home and environment What your morning sickness symptoms might be trying to communicate to you Why listening to your intuition is key  Why addressing the underlying cause of your morning sickness is helpful for your baby’s optimal health and the health of future generations  Episode Links: Say hi to Jes on Instagram  Check out Jes’ website for all her offerings including her Goodbye to Morning Sickness course and 1:1 HG support Aura Apothecary, Jes’s tallow based skincare line  Jes’s recommendation of apps and websites for healthy living and reducing toxin exposure:  EWG Think Dirty   Jes mentioned these products to support optimal gut health:  Onle Organics Rogers Hood Apothecary  Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Grab a copy of my book, The Motherhood Reset   Check out other my other podcast episodes & articles

    58 min
  3. Building adult friendships and creating real community offline

    24 NOV

    Building adult friendships and creating real community offline

    Many of us feel isolated and lonely even though we constantly connect through social media and our devices.  We are busy in our lives yet not connected to the people we love.  We don’t see our friends as often as we would like or don’t have friends living close by. We are living in a loneliness epidemic – and mothers are often feeling this more so than anyone else.  This is why I asked Palak Dave to join me on this episode to discuss fostering adult friendship, building community and spending more time in real life instead of on our devices.  Palak and I chat about:  Why we have found ourselves in a loneliness epidemic  Simple strategies to find new friendships as an adult  How to start hosting community events without overwhelm  Ways to create belonging in your community  Building the habit of real life interactions back into our lives  How to not let fear or discomfort stop you from living a meaningful life  The impact that devices have on our lives  Why we must replace multitasking with savouring in our everyday lives  Doable ways to have a healthy relationship with our devices, even though they are addictive  Palak Dave is the Founder and CEO of Embiria (experience), a speaker, investor and author of the newly released book Beautiful Everydays: A Guide to Living in the Here and Now. Formerly an award-winning marketer with senior-level positions at companies including the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and Indigo Books and Music Inc., Palak embarked on an entrepreneurial journey in 2017, founding Embiria – a movement and membership community designed to help people slow down and savor life.  Through Embiria, she inspires a shift away from digital distractions toward embracing in person experiences, gatherings and the beauty of living life in the present moment. Having hosted over 350 curated events, including intimate experiences for brands such as Google, Nespresso and Bumble, Palak champions intentional living, urging you to prioritize real-life experiences and connection over digital noise.  Episode Links: Say hi to Palak on Instagram  Check out Embiria Social Club and all of Palak’s offerings on her website  Read Palak’s book, Beautiful Everydays: A Guide to Living in the Here and Now  (in Canada) or on Amazon (in the US)  Palak’s book recommendations  The Anxious Generation  Stolen Focus  The Art of Gathering  Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Grab a copy of my book, The Motherhood Reset  Check out other my other podcast episodes & articles

    56 min
  4. Thinking bigger in motherhood and entrepreneurship with Maddy Pidel

    10 NOV

    Thinking bigger in motherhood and entrepreneurship with Maddy Pidel

    This was a fun chat with Maddy Pidel about motherhood, entrepreneurship, making big life changes, creating new habits and thinking bigger.  Maddy and I chat about: How we can pivot when a change is needed  The importance of community and support when making big life changes Connecting back to your seven year old self to find your purpose  Creating more space and being intentional with your time  Microshifts to start building better habits  An important question to ask yourself to make better decisions and start creating the life that you want  Why the last hour of our days is one of the most important  How we can achieve bigger goals in motherhood, business and life How listening to fear and resistance can be helpful  Changing the narrative about motherhood  The drawbacks of always being busy and what busyness might be costing us  The following are the books that Maddy recommended: The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months The War of Art  10x Is Easier than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think Atomic habits  Maddy Pidel is a health, life and business coach focused on supporting and inspiring women and mothers, especially those who are business owners to create lives and businesses they love. She graduated from Notre Dame and has a background in finance and accounting. She worked with non-profits in NYC for many years to support their growth and strategic planning. Maddy then pivoted to a decade of entrepreneurship and learning the ins and outs of being a small business owner. She is partnered with a financial planning firm to further empower and serve the needs of her female clients as they plan and create wealth and a legacy. Episode Links: Say hi to Maddy on Instagram  Maddy’s website  Fulfillment in 5: Design Your Life course  IM Financial website  Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Read my book The Motherhood Reset or check out my program The Motherhood Reset      Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    45 min
  5. One thing we need to let go of in motherhood

    13 OCT

    One thing we need to let go of in motherhood

    We change so much when we become mothers. Our bodies change. Our brains change. Our day-to-day changes. It is no wonder that our identities and beliefs change too. It is liberating to let go of unhelpful beliefs that keep us small in motherhood and old, outdated identities that no longer serve us in our current moment.  In this episode of Wild + Well, I discuss several things that are helpful to let go of in motherhood, including unhelpful beliefs and old identities.  In this episode, I cover:  The three significant stages of creating true wellness in motherhood  The missing piece for many moms to step into genuinely living motherhood their way  Why letting go is essential for many mothers in their motherhood journey  The process of letting go of unhelpful beliefs that are holding you back in motherhood Some specific identities that are challenging to hold tightly as a mom  Helpful hacks to leave old identities in the past  Episode Links: Say hello to me over on Instagram  Check out my books and program  Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    27 min
  6. Finding calm, confidence and contentment in motherhood

    29 SEPT

    Finding calm, confidence and contentment in motherhood

    This episode is a little different. The microphone has been turned around today, and I am interviewed by Naturopath Jessica Donovan. We are chatting all about how we can enjoy motherhood more.  Jessica Donovan is a Naturopath and founder of Natural Super Kids. Through her Natural Super Kids Klub membership, Jessica helps busy moms raise healthy and resilient kids. She does this by assisting them focus on one healthy change at a time. Jessica has helped hundreds of parents transform the health of their kids.  Jessica and I chat about:  The physical challenges, practical barriers, and societal expectations that modern day mothers face  How to move from just surviving motherhood to enjoying motherhood and life overall  The number one thing mothers need to let go of  How to start creating the future you want now Episode Links: Say hi to Jessica on Instagram  Listen to the Natural Super Kids Podcast  Check out the Natural Super Kids website Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Grab a copy of my book, The Motherhood Reset Enrol in The Motherhood Reset Program   Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    30 min
  7. Living and working creatively with author Laura Benn

    15 SEPT

    Living and working creatively with author Laura Benn

    Do you consider yourself a creative person?  Do you like the idea of living and working creatively but need help knowing where to begin? Would you like to have more playfulness and presence sprinkled throughout your day?  Well, I have good news for you. Today’s podcast is about creativity, specifically creative living and creative working.  Chatting with author Laura Benn in this episode has inspired me to have more intention in the pockets of my day and create little rituals for the sake of more joy and play in my day.  Laura and I chat about:  What exactly living and working creativity is How everyone is creative The misconception that being creative means being artistic. It doesn’t  A mindset shift to start noticing the awe in our daily lives and create creativity in the mundane moments of our lives   The connection of creative living to joy and play   How we can support our kids to foster their curiosity and creativity, even in environments where these can be stifled Doable ways that we can bring more creativity into our work, everyday lives and parenting  Laura Benn is a full-time commercial photographer, brand strategist and writer who founded Gooseberry Studios in 2013 to help entrepreneurs find their confidence on camera, build beloved brands and establish their own creative everyday way of work and life. Gooseberry's photoshoots and brand strategies have supported clients in landing features in international press, producing books, gracing the TEDx stage, launching retail and digital products and winning awards. When Laura's not busy with her clients, she focuses on her art career — producing limited-edition fine art prints, inspired goods and writing about creativity, entrepreneurship and living imaginatively. Laura has set up her work and personal life in a way that is bursting with little and big pockets of creativity. Laura finds creative living so magical that she wrote a book on the topic with a friend, Palak Dave. It is titled Beautiful Everydays: A Guide to Living in the Here and Now.  Episode Links: Say hi to Laura on Instagram  Check out her photography and branding services at LauraLBenn.com Check out her prints at Gooseberry Prints  Read The Gooseberry Review  Read Laura’s book on creative living, Beautiful Everydays: A Guide to Living in the Here and Now Books on creativity that Laura recommended:  These Precious Days  Paris Letters  Book I recommended on creativity: Big Magic  Come say hello to me over on Instagram  Grab a copy of my book, The Motherhood Reset Check out other my other podcast episodes & articles    Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    58 min
  8. Health concerns in newborns: Knowing when to be concerned and when to be reassured with Pediatrician Dr Kristen Weidert

    25 AUG

    Health concerns in newborns: Knowing when to be concerned and when to be reassured with Pediatrician Dr Kristen Weidert

    It can be scary when our newborns get sick, have fevers or have difficulty breathing.  It can also be hard to know when we should seek medical health and when we can wait and see.  In this episode of Wild and Well, I am joined by pediatrician Dr Kristen Weidert. We discuss newborn health issues and what do about them. Dr Kristen outlines several potential health issues that can arise in the early days and weeks of a baby’s life and what we need to know about them. Dr Kristen and I chat about:  What health conditions can present during the newborn phase The three tiers of newborn health issues  Fevers, difficulty breathing, rashes, vomiting and diarrhea in newborns: what we need to know   When to be reassured and when to seek medical support for a newborn’s health condition Dr Kristin Weidert is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and board-certified pediatrician, mom of two girls, and co-founder of Sage Mother Co. Alongside her best friend from medical school, she launched Sage Mother Co. to address the lack of support she noticed for women in the early stages of motherhood. Kristin is dedicated to helping women navigate the transformative journey of becoming mothers by providing education, resources, and, most importantly, a supportive community through her work with Sage Mother Co.  Episode Links: Say hi to Dr Kristen on Instagram Check out Sage Mother Co Listen to the Sage Mother Podcast Join The Sage Circle: An expert-led community for mothers of littles Grab Dr Kristen’s freebie:7 Days of Calm: Reframing the Overwhelm of New Motherhood  Say hello to me over on Instagram  Check out my books and program  Listen and Subscribe to Wild + Well on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

    47 min
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Here we delve into the big and little things that move the needle for children’s health and mental wellness in a modern world that doesn’t make it easy to do so.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Hilary Claire
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Dr Hilary Claire
  • Show Website
    Wild and Well

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