Birth and Stuff is back with a special guest to discuss the importance of food as a form of medicine. 

Carly Wertheim, MS is a holistic nutritionist centering nourishment for the childbearing continuum. She works with people preparing their bodies for conception, during pregnancy, and in their postpartum period, using food, herbs, and everyday rituals to support this tremendous lifecycle moment. Using a model of partnership and trusting in the body’s innate ability to find balance, Carly helps her clients build the knowledge and skills to support life-long nourishment practices, confidence in the kitchen, and a deep connection to the body’s inner knowing. Carly holds a Masters of Science in Nutrition from Columbia University and attended the Natural Gourmet Institute’s Chef Training Program. You can learn more about her work and get in touch at www.monarchandmilkweed.com. You can follow Carly on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/monarch.and.milkweed.pregnancy/

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Birth and Stuff is back to discuss my favorite topic - mental health! Maternal mental health at that! In this quick but informative episode I share a glimpse into my postpartum struggles, and provide information and resources for maternal mental health help. If you have any suggestions of your favorite resources please send me an email at birthandstuff@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @birthandstuffpod

Happy Mother's Day!

Birth and Stuff is back with the second part of my mom's birth stories. Listen to this warrior share her experience with postpartum depression, pregnancy prevention, and how she focused on her education and allowed herself the opportunities to pursue her career ambitions here in America.

I am so proud to call this woman my mom, she has set an amazing example of what it is to be a strong, confident mother.