Functional Medicine for Moms | Fertility, Pregnancy & Holistic Motherhood

Dr. Kelly Moline, PharmD & Landon Moline
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Welcome to Functional Medicine for Moms — where functional medicine, faith, family, and holistic living meet real life. I’m Dr. Kelly Moline, PharmD — pharmacist turned functional medicine consultant, wife, and mom. Alongside my husband Landon, I’m navigating motherhood while pursuing a holistic, Christ-centered lifestyle and helping women better understand their health along the way. From fertility and preparing for pregnancy to hormones, gut health, pregnancy, postpartum, baby health, and natural parenting, we talk about the things that matter in every season of early motherhood — with practical information, real-life experience, and a little humor. Whether you’re hoping to conceive, growing your family, navigating the newborn stage, or chasing a busy toddler, you’ll find approachable conversations to help you make informed decisions and support a healthier mom, baby, and family. Hit play, feel seen, and maybe even laugh a little. Let’s simplify this mom thing together.

  1. 6d ago

    5 Birth Stories, 6 Babies: C-Section, VBAC, Twins & Home Birth with Brooke White

    Five births. Six babies. And not one birth looked like the one before it. In this episode, I’m joined by childbirth educator and doula Brooke White—and we’re starting at the very beginning with the birth stories that ultimately led her to the work she does today. Brooke takes us through an unexpected C-section with her first baby, a redemptive VBAC with a 9-pound baby, finding out baby #3 was actually BABIES #3 and #4 (and driving two hours for a provider willing to support a vaginal twin birth!), an unmedicated hospital birth, and finally, a home water birth with baby #6. And there are some wild moments along the way—including going home from the hospital at EIGHT centimeters pregnant with twins. 😳 But underneath all of these stories is such an important reminder: birth doesn’t always go according to plan, and one birth experience doesn’t determine what the next one will look like. Whether you’re pregnant, preparing for a future pregnancy, processing your own birth experience, or you just love a good birth story, this is such a fun conversation—and the perfect introduction to Brooke before we bring her back to dive into birth options and our mini childbirth class in the next two episodes. 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    5 Birth Stories, 6 Babies: C-Section, VBAC, Twins & Home Birth with Brooke White

  2. Oct 7

    Pregnancy Nutrition Made Simple: Protein, Nausea, Caffeine & What to Eat Each Trimester with Kristen Keenan, RDN

    Pregnancy nutrition can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re nauseous, exhausted, dealing with food aversions, or suddenly hungry ALL the time. So what actually matters most? Registered dietitian Kristen Keenan is back on Functional Medicine for Moms to help make pregnancy nutrition practical and approachable. In this episode, we talk about: Where to start with protein and hydration during pregnancyWhat to eat when nausea and food aversions make “healthy eating” feel impossibleEasy ways to nourish yourself when you’re too exhausted to cookCaffeine during pregnancy and how it may affect your energyHow nutritional needs change throughout the trimestersCholine, DHA, minerals, electrolytes, and other important pregnancy nutrientsWhether you really need to “eat for two”Hunger, weight gain, and listening to your bodyNutrition and gestational diabetesBuilding balanced meals and snacks without obsessing over perfectionPregnancy food safety and reducing your risk of foodborne illnessSupporting your gut health during pregnancyPregnancy is incredibly nutrient-demanding—but nourishing yourself and your baby doesn’t mean every meal has to be perfect. Kristen shares realistic ways to prioritize what matters while giving yourself plenty of grace along the way. Connect with Kristen: Instagram: @nourish.fertility Facebook: Nourish Fertility Kristen works virtually with clients and offers one-on-one nutrition support, meal planning, and mineral testing. She also accepts insurance in Texas. 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Pregnancy Nutrition Made Simple: Protein, Nausea, Caffeine & What to Eat Each Trimester with Kristen Keenan, RDN

  3. Sep 30

    Pelvic Floor PT in Pregnancy: Reduce Pain, Prepare for Birth & Recover Better Postpartum with Dr. Kelsy Vick, PT, DPT, OCS

    Pregnancy comes with A LOT of changes—but does that mean we’re supposed to just accept the back pain, leaking, pelvic pressure, hip pain, and other uncomfortable symptoms that can come with growing a baby? Nope! And that’s exactly what we’re talking about today. I’m joined by Dr. Kelsy Vick, PT, DPT, OCS, a women’s health physical therapist, to talk about supporting our bodies during pregnancy, preparing for birth, and setting ourselves up for postpartum recovery. In this episode, we’re talking about: Why you don’t have to wait until something hurts to see a pelvic floor PTWhat your pelvic floor actually does—and why it’s about more than Kegels!Why learning to relax and lengthen your pelvic floor matters for birthCommon pregnancy concerns like back and SI pain, leaking, hip pain, and diastasis rectiStaying active during pregnancy (even when a full workout is NOT happening)How breath work, hip mobility, and core connection can support birth prep and postpartum recoveryWhether you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or thinking ahead to birth and recovery, this episode will help you better understand your body—and why you don’t necessarily have to “just deal with” uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms. Connect with Dr. Kelsy Vick: @dr.kelsyvickdpt & @wellnessbigsispod Listen to Wellness Big Sis the Pod Video links mentioned in the episode Listen to ME on Dr. Kelsy's podcast (our podcast swap!) 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Pelvic Floor PT in Pregnancy: Reduce Pain, Prepare for Birth & Recover Better Postpartum with Dr. Kelsy Vick, PT, DPT, OCS

  4. Sep 23

    Nutrition for Fertility: Blood Sugar, Inflammation, Hormones & Key Nutrients with Kristen Keenan, RDN

    What should you actually be eating when you’re trying to get pregnant? Nutrition can play an important role in preparing your body for pregnancy—but between fertility “superfoods,” supplements, blood sugar advice, and conflicting diet recommendations, it can get overwhelming fast. In this episode of Functional Medicine for Moms, I’m joined by registered dietitian nutritionist Kristen Keenan, MPH, RDN, LD, founder of Nourish Fertility, to talk about how nutrition can support fertility, hormones, egg health, and your overall foundation for pregnancy. In this episode, we discuss: Building an anti-inflammatory “fertility plate” Protein, healthy fats, and moving away from diet-culture messaging Why Kristen recommends aiming for around 30 grams of protein at breakfast Blood sugar regulation, hormones, and egg health Intermittent fasting while preparing for pregnancy Foods that support hormone health and ovulation Seed cycling and cruciferous vegetables Mineral balance and reproductive health Fertility supplements including inositol, NAC, ALA, and CoQ10 Protein powders and what to look for Simple first steps if fertility nutrition feels overwhelmingCONNECT WITH KRISTEN: Instagram: @nourish.fertility Facebook: Nourish Fertility Kristen offers virtual one-on-one nutrition sessions, fertility meal plans, and mineral testing through Nourish Fertility. Whether you’re actively trying to conceive, preparing for pregnancy in the future, or simply want to better understand how nutrition can support your reproductive health, this episode will give you practical ways to start nourishing your body for pregnancy. 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Nutrition for Fertility: Blood Sugar, Inflammation, Hormones & Key Nutrients with Kristen Keenan, RDN

  5. Sep 16

    Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Hormones, Sperm & Fertility

    What does your gut have to do with fertility? A LOT more than you might think. 👀 In my FIRST solo episode, I’m breaking down why I believe gut health deserves a seat at the table when we’re talking about preconception health—and this conversation is for BOTH women and men. We’re getting into nutrient absorption, inflammation, intestinal permeability (aka “leaky gut”), hormone metabolism, the estrobolome, the gut-testis axis, sperm and vaginal microbiomes, and some fascinating emerging research connecting the microbiome with reproductive health. I’m also sharing a study looking at intestinal permeability and recurrent pregnancy loss, why taking more fertility supplements isn’t always the answer, and what I actually want you to do to support your gut BEFORE jumping into expensive testing, probiotics, oregano oil, and parasite cleanses. In this episode, we talk about: Why eating a nutrient doesn’t necessarily mean you’re absorbing it How gut health may influence inflammation and the reproductive environment The connection between your microbiome and estrogen metabolism Why constipation matters when we’re talking about hormones The gut-testis axis and emerging research on the sperm microbiome Why male gut health belongs in the fertility conversation The vaginal microbiome and reproductive health Signs your gut may need some extra attention When I consider functional gut testing What you can start doing TODAY to support your microbiomeMost importantly: I don’t want you walking away thinking you need a “perfect” microbiome before having a baby. You don’t. I want you to understand that fertility is a whole-body process—and preconception is an incredible opportunity to support the health of BOTH partners before baby ever enters the picture. If you’re trying to conceive now, planning to in the next 6+ months, or wondering what you can do to better prepare your body for pregnancy, this episode is for you. 🤍 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Hormones, Sperm & Fertility

  6. Sep 9

    Baby Gut Health, Eczema, Allergies & What Parents Can Do

    Your baby’s gut health starts earlier than you might think — even before birth. In this episode, I’m joined by Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder and CEO of Tiny Health, to talk about the developing infant and toddler gut microbiome and why those first few years of life matter so much. We unpack how pregnancy, vaginal and C-section birth, antibiotics, breastfeeding and formula feeding, introducing solids, pets, nature, and even Mom AND Dad’s microbiomes can influence a child’s developing gut. We also talk about: Why the first 1,000 days are such an important window How a baby’s microbiome differs from an adult’s C-sections, antibiotics, NICU stays, and gut health The connection between the gut, eczema, allergies, and other childhood symptoms Why Dad’s microbiome matters too Signs that may warrant a closer look at your baby or toddler’s gut How Tiny Health microbiome testing works Probiotics, HMOs, food diversity, and other ways to support a healthy microbiome Why preconception gut and vaginal health may matter before pregnancy even beginsIf you’re pregnant, preparing for pregnancy, or raising a baby or toddler, this conversation will give you a completely different perspective on how we can support our children’s health from the very beginning. Check out Tiny Health - tinyhealth.com (Exciting news, I signed up to be a Tiny Health practitioner as well, so I can order testing & recommend support! Contact info is below if you want to work directly with me!) 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Baby Gut Health, Eczema, Allergies & What Parents Can Do

  7. Sep 2

    Is There a “Right” Way to Have a Baby or Be a Mom? | with Dr. Laura Le, DC

    Okay moms, this is SUCH a good conversation — especially if you’re pregnant, preparing for a baby, newly postpartum, or honestly just trying to figure out what motherhood is supposed to look like for you. I’m joined by Dr. Laura Le, chiropractor, author of Postpartum Reimagined, and host of the You’re the Mom podcast, to talk about something I think so many of us need to hear: there really isn’t one “right” way to have a baby or be a mom. We talk about going into birth informed and prepared without becoming so attached to one specific birth plan, what happens when birth doesn’t go the way you imagined, and why we spend SO much time preparing for pregnancy and birth... only to be completely caught off guard by postpartum. 😅 We also get into the identity shift that happens when you become a mom, balancing motherhood with a career and the things that still make you feel like you, nervous system regulation, and why having the right people and providers around you can make such a difference. I also share some of my own experience with my first birth, postpartum, and figuring out over the last 18 months what I actually want motherhood + work to look like for me. Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or you’re already in the thick of motherhood, I think you’re going to feel SO seen in this one. 🤍 Find Dr. Laura's book, course, podcast, and more on her website: https://drlaurale.com/ 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Is There a “Right” Way to Have a Baby or Be a Mom? | with Dr. Laura Le, DC

  8. Aug 26

    Back-to-School Germs Are Coming: How to Actually Support the Whole Family’s Immune System

    Back-to-school season means new routines, new environments… and a whole lot of new germs. 😅 As Danielle gets ready to start school for the first time, Kelly and Landon are talking about what they’re doing at home to support her immune system (and hopefully keep the whole family feeling their best!). In this episode, we talk about: Why kids tend to get sick when school startsThe connection between gut health and immunityHow sleep, stress, blood sugar, and nutrition impact immune healthFoods and supplements that can support the immune systemWhy getting sick isn't necessarily a sign that you're doing something wrongSimple immune-supportive habits you can start at homeA little immune health myth-busting!Because the goal isn't to keep our kids in a bubble—it's to give their bodies the support they need to handle what they're exposed to. 🎧 Listen in before the back-to-school germs hit your house! 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: Instagram: @functionalmedicineformomsYouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for MomsEmail: kelly@molinemethod.comWork with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.

    Back-to-School Germs Are Coming: How to Actually Support the Whole Family’s Immune System
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Welcome to Functional Medicine for Moms — where functional medicine, faith, family, and holistic living meet real life. I’m Dr. Kelly Moline, PharmD — pharmacist turned functional medicine consultant, wife, and mom. Alongside my husband Landon, I’m navigating motherhood while pursuing a holistic, Christ-centered lifestyle and helping women better understand their health along the way. From fertility and preparing for pregnancy to hormones, gut health, pregnancy, postpartum, baby health, and natural parenting, we talk about the things that matter in every season of early motherhood — with practical information, real-life experience, and a little humor. Whether you’re hoping to conceive, growing your family, navigating the newborn stage, or chasing a busy toddler, you’ll find approachable conversations to help you make informed decisions and support a healthier mom, baby, and family. Hit play, feel seen, and maybe even laugh a little. Let’s simplify this mom thing together.

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