Holistic Pregnancy

Holistic Pregnancy Co.

Do you self-identify as "crunchy" or holistic? Are you into all things natural wellness, nutrition, pregnancy and birth? Do you like hearing the controversial, unpopular and sometimes "woo-woo" perspectives on these topics? If so, this is the show for you.The Holistic Pregnancy podcast is your go-to resource for all things natural pregnancy, birth, motherhood and beyond. This is not your average, cookie-cutter "what to expect" type of advice. This show offers a raw and real, unfiltered perspective on taking responsibility for your health and your family. Join your host, Taylor, and her guests as they dive deep into some of the most important topics regarding pregnancy, birth and motherhood. New episodes every Tuesday!

  1. APR 14

    Yoni Steaming for Postpartum & Fertility

    Today, we are talking with Liz Kohut, a certified peristeam specialist. Liz stumbled upon Vaginal Steaming following a miscarriage in 2018 after her doctor suggested a D&C and she declined. Liz knew there had to be a more natural and non-invasive option. After she saw the positive effects of regular Vaginal Steaming (also known as peri, womb or yoni steaming), she decided to take the Peristeam Facilitator course offered by The Steamy Chick Institute. Her goal is to bring more awareness to this long-standing practice throughout countries all over the world in order to help educate women through the use of Vaginal Steaming with a focus on uterine health for fertility, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum as well as navigating every stage of life - maiden, mother, crone!  You can find Liz on Instagram @wildwood_wellness_ Shop all of my favorite supplements, electrolytes and protein powders from Just Ingredients! Use code TAYLORSHAFFER for an extra 10% off your order! ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    38 min
  2. APR 7

    Folate, MTHFR & Prenatal Health | with Dr. Eric Ciappio & Lauren Eisen

    Folate is one of the most talked about nutrients in pregnancy, but also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we break down what folate actually does, why the form matters, and how it impacts methylation and your baby’s development. I’m joined by Dr. Eric Ciappio and Lauren Eisen from Balchem, the company behind Optifolin+®. We talk through folate vs. folic acid, what MTHFR actually means, and why so many women feel confused when choosing a prenatal. We also cover how to think about bioavailable nutrients in real life, including options like Needed, which uses methylated folate and choline in forms your body can actually use. You can check them out in the show notes and use code HOLISTICPREGNANCY for 20% off. If you’ve ever questioned your prenatal or felt overwhelmed by conflicting information, this episode will give you a more grounded way to approach it. As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    47 min
  3. MAR 31

    Where Should I Give Birth?

    Choosing where to give birth is about more than picking a location. In this episode, we walk through how hospital, birth center, and homebirth settings differ, what each one is designed for, and how to think through this decision in a way that aligns with your body, your values, and your pregnancy. We talk about how to think about safety beyond just emergency access, how the hospital model of care influences labor and decision-making, what makes birth centers different, and how homebirth works. We also cover why your provider, preparation, and support system matter just as much as location, along with practical questions to help you decide what is the best fit for you. Kindred Bravely: Use code NESTEDANDNOURISHED15 for a discount. If you want deeper support as you prepare for birth, our holistic birth courses walk you through how to understand your options, navigate decisions in real time, and approach your birth feeling grounded and informed. Use code PODCAST for 10% off. Connect with me on Instagram @holisticpregnancy.co! ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    14 min
  4. MAR 17

    Unmedicated Hospital Birth & Advocating for Yourself | with Lizzie Bolliger

    I’m joined by Lizzie Bolliger (known online as @fiercelizzie) for a conversation about what advocacy during labor actually looks like in real life. We talk about why birth education alone isn’t always enough, how institutional momentum shows up during labor, and how preparation before labor can dramatically change the experience in the room. If you’ve ever wondered how advocacy really works when labor is unfolding in real time, this episode will give you a much clearer picture. In this episode, we cover: Why “just advocate for yourself” often falls apart during laborThe difference between knowing information and being able to use it in the momentHow subtle provider pressure shows up in birth settingsWhy saying “no” is rarely as simple as it soundsThe role of partners in protecting the birth spaceHow birth preparation changes the dynamic in the roomWhat real advocacy actually looks like during labor ____________________________________________________________________________________ Kindred Bravely — maternity and postpartum essentials designed for pregnancy, recovery, and breastfeeding. Get 15% off your order with code NESTEDANDNOURISHED15. For deeper education on birth decisions, advocacy, and preparing for labor conversations, explore Unshakeable Birth inside Holistic Pregnancy School. ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    57 min
  5. MAR 10

    What To Eat During Pregnancy

    In this episode, we’re breaking down pregnancy nutrition in simple, practical terms. Instead of focusing on restriction, we’re looking at pregnancy like a construction project — because your body is literally building a baby, a placenta, new blood volume, and preparing for postpartum recovery. All of that requires raw materials, and food is where those materials come from! We’re also talking about why babies can still be born healthy even when nutrition isn’t ideal — and why that often means the mother’s body absorbs the cost. This episode walks through the five pillars of pregnancy nutrition and how to apply them in real life so you can support both your baby’s development and your own long-term health. In this episode, we cover: Where the “materials” for building a baby actually come fromWhat affects baby directly vs. what affects mom (and why both matter)Why many women feel depleted after pregnancyThe 5 pillars of pregnancy nutritionSimple ways to support nourishment even if things feel overwhelmingMentioned in the episode: ☕️ If you’re going to drink coffee during pregnancy, quality matters. Purity Coffee tests for mold, mycotoxins, pesticides, and heavy metals, and uses organic specialty-grade beans roasted to preserve antioxidants. Use code NESTEDANDNOURISHED for 20% off your purchase! 📚 If you want a clear, food-first plan for nourishing yourself during pregnancy — including protein targets, mineral support, trimester adjustments, and practical meal frameworks — that’s exactly what I teach inside Real Food Prenatal. Enroll now to start optimizing your nutrition today! ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    21 min
  6. MAR 3

    Strengthening Intuition Through Embodied Movement | with Rachael Robertson

    We talk a lot about intuition in the pregnancy and birth space. But intuition isn’t something you magically access when labor starts. It’s something you strengthen — and it starts in the body. In this episode, I sit down with kinesiologist and Pilates specialist Rachael Robertson to explore how embodied movement builds trust, awareness, and nervous system regulation. We discuss: What embodiment actually means (and why so many women feel disconnected)How chronic tension, old injuries, and overtraining impact intuitionThe link between nervous system safety and physiological birthWhy pelvic stability and breathwork matter long before labor beginsMovement as preparation for pregnancy, birth, and postpartumHow to stop overriding your body and start listening to itThis conversation is about rebuilding strength without force — and developing the kind of body awareness that carries into labor, motherhood, and everyday life. Grab my favorite clean, grass-fed beef protein powders from Equip Foods and use code TAYLORSHAFFER for 15% off of your order! ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    43 min
  7. FEB 24

    Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Prevention + Holistic Root-Cause Support | with Jes Reynolds

    In this episode, I am sitting down with Jes Reynolds, founder of Born From Her and the world’s only Holistic Root-Cause Hyperemesis Gravidarum Practitioner, to explore hyperemesis gravidarum from a completely different angle. Rather than accepting HG as random or unavoidable, Jes explains how mineral depletion, nervous system stress, nutritional gaps, and preconception preparation may all play a role. This conversation covers both prevention and management — without minimizing the very real severity of HG. You’ll learn: What hyperemesis gravidarum actually isWhy the “it’s just hormones” explanation falls shortThe role of mineral status and depletionNervous system regulation and stress loadPreconception preparation strategiesHolistic support tools during pregnancyHow to think about root cause while still honoring symptom managementConnect with Jes on Instgram at @born_from_her _______________________________________________________________________________________ Resources mentioned in the episode: 📲 Schedule an HG Prevention & Relief Strategy Call HERE 🌿 For high-quality, bioavailable prenatal support — including powder prenatal options and electrolyte support — visit Needed and use code HOLISTICPREGNANCY for 20% off your order. ____________________________________________________________________________ *As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. ____________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEPS: >> Course enrollment >> Email newsletter >> Facebook group >> FREE nutrition guide >> Postpartum cookbooks   Please consider leaving a rating and review to share the love! *Follow along on Instagram

    58 min

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Do you self-identify as "crunchy" or holistic? Are you into all things natural wellness, nutrition, pregnancy and birth? Do you like hearing the controversial, unpopular and sometimes "woo-woo" perspectives on these topics? If so, this is the show for you.The Holistic Pregnancy podcast is your go-to resource for all things natural pregnancy, birth, motherhood and beyond. This is not your average, cookie-cutter "what to expect" type of advice. This show offers a raw and real, unfiltered perspective on taking responsibility for your health and your family. Join your host, Taylor, and her guests as they dive deep into some of the most important topics regarding pregnancy, birth and motherhood. New episodes every Tuesday!

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