Holistic Pregnancy

Nested & Nourished

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 isn't your average, cookie-cutter "what to expect" type of advice, either. This show offers a raw and real, unfiltered perspective on taking responsibility for your health and your family. Join your host, Taylor Shaffer, 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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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Holistic Pregnancy episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Holistic Pregnancy for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Holistic Pregnancy episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Preparing for a VBAC | with Sarah Marie Bilger

Holistic Pregnancy

01/21/25 • 43 min

Today, I'm talking all things VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) with Sarah Marie Bilger of Entering Motherhood. Sarah Marie is a doula and VBAC mama herself, and such a wealth of knowledge on the topic, so I'm excited for you all to hear from her! you can find Sarah Marie on Instagram @entering_motherhood or on her website, https://www.enteringmotherhood.com.

Now, BIG news before we jump in....WE HAVE A LAUNCH DATE!
The Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is a one-of-a-kind roadmap to a deeply nourishing and empowering journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. You will gain the tools to fully nourish your body, make confident, informed decisions, and approach each stage of your experience with clarity and empowerment. The presell opens on Tuesday February 4th, 2025 for an exclusive discount (HALF price!) and the course will officially launch at full price on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. To make sure you can get a spot at half price, go ahead and join the waitlist here!

Resource mentioned in the episode: VBAC Guide

Enjoy!

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Glucose Challenge Test, GBS, Ultrasounds and more

Holistic Pregnancy

02/18/25 • 49 min

Today we are talking all things prenatal testing and procedures! In this solo episode, Taylor will cover what to expect during your routine prenatal visits so can you make informed decisions about what you'd like to consent to during your care.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is officially LIVE and available to the public! If you enjoy this episode, you're going to LOVE the course. You can learn more here!

Nourishment for Pregnancy | with Taylor Kirkbride

Holistic Pregnancy

11/26/24 • 67 min

Today’s conversation is SO good that I decided to break it up into two full episodes, so, surprise! You guys get a bonus episode this week. In this part 1 episode, I’m chatting with Taylor Kirkbride about all things nutrition and nourishment during pregnancy. Taylor is a private chef and doula and boy is she a wealth of knowledge. She describes herself as a warm bowl of soup, and I would definitely agree. I’ve had the privilege of getting to know her personally over the last couple of years, so bringing her onto the podcast was a no-brainer for me. I’d suggest you take some notes if you’re able to! And share with alllll of your friends by taking a screenshot and posting it on Instagram. You can find her on instagram @let.it.grow.doula!
Black Friday Offers – don’t miss out on these! Get the info on Instagram.
Grab a copy of my FREE e-book on holistic nutrition to dive deeper!

Homeopathy 101 | with Emily Frye

Holistic Pregnancy

01/14/25 • 58 min

Welcome to Season 2!
Today, we are talking with Emily Frye. Emily has been studying and teaching homeopathy for nearly 20 years. She’s a certified homeopath with a small practice in Houston, TX. Her specialty is pregnancy, labor and delivery but she treats all the ailments that can come up in a family. She’s been married to her Baptist preacher husband for over 30 years. She is a homeschooling mom of 9, grandmother of 5. Emily is a Christian who believes that God is the healer and often says that she’s grateful for the front row seat homeopathy gives her to watch God’s amazing workings.

In the episode, Emily and I discuss all things homeopathy! Whether you're brand new to the concept or just looking for more information about homeopathy as it relates to birth, I think you're going to really enjoy this conversation.

You can find Emily on her website, www.emilyfryehomeopathy.com or on Instagram @emilyfryehomeopathy.

Resources mentioned in the episode:
Website: Homeopathyworks.com
Book: Homeopathic Remedies by Asa Hershoff

Reminder: The opinions of my guests do not necessarily reflect my own and this podcast is not medical advice. It is purely a platform to empower you to make decisions for your health and your family.

START HERE: Welcome to the show!

Holistic Pregnancy

10/23/24 • 2 min

Welcome to the Holistic Pregnancy podcast! I'm your host, Taylor Shaffer: holistic pregnancy coach, virtual doula and self-proclaimed crunchy mom.
[You can find me on Instagram @nestedandnourished]
If you’re anything like me, you probably run against the grain a little bit, fight the status quo.. But deep down you just want life to be more simple. Getting back to real food, deep nourishment, living out your core values, and not letting someone else tell you how to live your life. Sound like you? Then you've found your place.
This show is your go-to resource for all things natural pregnancy, birth, motherhood and beyond. And I’m just going to warn you now.. We don’t sugarcoat things around here. You are going to hear some raw and real stuff. And my hope is that you feel like you’re right here in the room with me and my guests during these conversations, because while we may be in different places on our journey, we’re all interested in the same things, right? We want to take care of our bodies and our families. We want to be informed. We’re not just getting dragged around, we’re grabbing life by the balls and saying “this is how I want to live and the legacy I’m going to leave for my kids.”
So! If this seems like your cup of tea, go ahead subscribe/follow the show wherever you get your podcasts so that you never miss an episode. Because I can guarantee that you are going to learn so much and gain so many valuable resources from this podcast, because otherwise I wouldn’t be doing it. I’m a consumer too and if I’m not gaining anything, I’m not sticking around. So believe me when I say, you are going to gain a whole lot from this show.
I'll see you next Tuesday! <3

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Pelvic Pain & SPD During Pregnancy | with Megan Martineau

Holistic Pregnancy

02/11/25 • 36 min

Today, we are talking with Megan Martineau, a certified personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness specialist. After the birth of her first child, Megan realized how little support moms have when it comes to moving their bodies during pregnancy and postpartum, and she’s on a mission to change that. Her goal is to provide the highest level of support to help her clients thrive in pregnancy, have an empowered birth, and come back stronger postpartum.

In the episode, Megan and I talk about some common pregnancy discomforts and how to remedy them. We get into details about SPD and pelvic girdle pain, along with practical ways to support your growing body during the second and third trimesters.

You can find Megan on Instagram and Tiktok @vibrantmamawellness, or on her website, www.vibrantmamawellness.com.

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This course is everything I wish I had when I was navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. It’s your one-stop, no-BS roadmap to a fully nourished, informed, and empowered journey—without the overwhelm, confusion, or second-guessing.

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The Hormonal Cocktail of Birth & Rhythm as Medicine | with Carey Glenn, LM, CPM

Holistic Pregnancy

11/05/24 • 63 min

Today, we are talking with midwife Carey Glenn. In addition to her home birth midwifery practice, Carey is also an educator, bodyworker, mentor and rhythmic therapist. She weaves these passions together into unique offerings for her intimate community of in-person clients, mentorship students, and the wider world through online courses, speaking events and film screenings. She also co-produced the one-of-a-kind undisturbed birth documentary titled These Are My Hours. You can watch the film here.

In the episode, Carey and I discuss the hormonal cocktail of birth, the concept of embodiment, the importance of communication skills and the powerful practice of using rhythm as medicine throughout pregnancy, birth and motherhood. I hope you gain as much wisdom from this interview as I did!
You can find Carey on Instagram at @rootedbirth.education!
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Acupuncture for Pregnancy & Postpartum | with Dr. Deanna Carell, DACM

Holistic Pregnancy

11/05/24 • 52 min

In today’s episode, we are talking with Dr. Deanna Carell, DACM. Deanna is a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. She is board certified by the state of Florida’s medical board and currently practices in downtown Naples. She is originally from NJ where she earned her Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and has a practice there with her sister Heather, who is also an acupuncturist. Her areas of speciality are women’s health and fertility and cosmetic acupuncture. She has been practicing for almost 10 years and now teaches acupuncture continuing education to other practitioners.

This episode is all about acupuncture in pregnancy and postpartum, and oh my gosh you guys did I enjoy this conversation. Dr. Carell does such a great job at demystifying the concept of acupuncture and its use in pregnancy, and I just know you guys are going to gain so much value from her.

You can find Dr. Carell on Instagram @deannacarellacupuncture!

Prenatal Exercise, Sciatica & SI Joint Discomfort | with Dr. Stephanie Daniel, PT, DPT

Holistic Pregnancy

12/03/24 • 63 min

Today, we are talking with Dr. Stephanie Daniel, PT, DPT. Stephanie is an ortho-pelvic physical therapist, meaning she specializes in pelvic floor PT and considers a holistic approach, taking into consideration the whole body. She founded Fortis PT and Pelvic Health in April of 2023 to help active adults regain control over their bodies and return to the activities they love most.

In the episode, Stephanie and I discuss all things prenatal exercise, as well as get into the details of sciatic pain and SI joint discomfort - what they are and how we can manage them.
You can find Stephanie at Fortisptandpelvichealth.com and @fortisptandpelvichealth on Instagram!

Nourishment for Postpartum & Fertility | with Taylor Kirkbride

Holistic Pregnancy

11/26/24 • 65 min

This episode is actually part 2 of my conversation with Taylor Kirkbride, postpartum chef and doula. Part 1 was all about nourishment during pregnancy so if you missed that, definitely go back and listen. In this episode, we really get into the details of postpartum nourishment spanning from preparing during the third trimester all the way through late postpartum when we begin to intentionally nourish our bodies back into the preconception era to prepare for future pregnancies. Taylor is so full of wisdom and her food is absolutely incredible. I am actually hiring her for postpartum support after I give birth to my newest baby in the spring. She’s a wealth of knowledge and I just know you’re going to gain so much value from this conversation. You can find her on instagram @let.it.grow.doula!
Black Friday Offers – don’t miss out on these! Get the info on Instagram.
Grab a copy of my FREE e-book on holistic nutrition to dive deeper!

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How many episodes does Holistic Pregnancy have?

Holistic Pregnancy currently has 21 episodes available.

What topics does Holistic Pregnancy cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Fertility, Alternative Health, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Doula, Holistic, Podcasts, Birth and Natural.

What is the most popular episode on Holistic Pregnancy?

The episode title 'Nourishment for Pregnancy | with Taylor Kirkbride' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Holistic Pregnancy?

The average episode length on Holistic Pregnancy is 52 minutes.

How often are episodes of Holistic Pregnancy released?

Episodes of Holistic Pregnancy are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Holistic Pregnancy?

The first episode of Holistic Pregnancy was released on Oct 23, 2024.

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