The Natural Mama Podcast

You will feel EMPOWERED listening to this episode! Claire Cook goes into detail on natural birth (what does that even mean?!), the ancient wisdom of the female body, the physiology of childbirth, fear, pain and the cascade of interventions.

Learn the facts and the risks associated with Pitocin (labor induction medication) as well as the use of an Epidural... so you can make an informed decision for your birthing experience.

Plus + Listen to Claire's incredible firsthand experience of what euphoric, painless labor feels like!

*This is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for your own specific, individualized guidance.

Learn about toxins, epigenetics, fertility, sperm, relationships, healthy habits, and micronutrients as Claire goes much deeper than just fertility cleansing and pre-pregnancy wellness in this holistic episode. Listen through the end for a guide into kundalini meditation in order to alleviate stress and strengthen fertility. Prioritize your health in all aspects: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual and pick up gems of relationship advice for entering parenthood. Don’t forget to take note of the positive affirmation at the very end. SOURCES: 1.https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/recommendations.html 2.https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/health-and-wellness-articles/dont-make-the-mistake-of-letting-a-diet-kill-sperm 3. https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/trans-fat#.Wl_lsWeovDQ 4. https://repromed.com.au/2018/07/sperm-90-day-manufacturing-period/ 5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3752894/ 6. https://www.3ho.org/

How does coronavirus affect pregnant women, breastfeeding, infants, babies and children? What can you do to protect yourself and your family during this pandemic? Claire Cook shares the latest updates based on the most recent published scientific research in order to answer these questions. RESOURCES: 1. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/pregnant-and-worried-about-the-new-coronavirus-2020031619212 2. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30360-3/fulltext 3. https://www.rcog.org.uk/globalassets/documents/guidelines/coronavirus-covid-19-infection-in-pregnancy-v2-20-03-13.pdf 4. https://www.rcog.org.uk/en/guidelines-research-services/guidelines/coronavirus-pregnancy/covid-19-virus-infection-and-pregnancy/ 5. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/pediatric-hcp.html 6. https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11170653/newborn-baby-coronavirus-worlds-youngest-victim/

Natural Birth. What exactly does this mean and why would we want to go Au Naturel? Let's dive deep into the ancient wisdom of the female body, how it is designed and how it works instinctually during childbirth. Let's uncover the truth about fear and the dreaded pain associated with childbirth. Get all the details about something that doctors never explain, The Cascade of Intervention. Leave this episode feeling educated, enlightened and encouraged with Positive Affirmations.

Claire welcomes naturopathic physician, Dr. Sarah Duhon, to the podcast to discuss preconception, prenatal and postpartum health, nutrition, long-term effects of lifestyle choices, autoimmune disorders, genetics, the lymphatic system, detoxing, helpful supplements, and of course... BIRTH!

We explore how mental, emotional, and spiritual preparation is just as important as physical prep during pregnancy.

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