Krystal Vanderstelt the owner of Everything Krystal (who literally does everything) shares her birth stories of her three children and how they literally get shorter each time.

Her first birth was the longest and from there it got progressively shorter. She shares her wisdom after giving birth to three children - and I had such a blast getting to hear it from her!

If you want to work with her or hire her to help you with an event feel free to reach out, she prefers the old-school approach and is in and around Saskatchewan sharing the word about Swear(ish) Yoga

Email: krystal@vanderstelt.ca

https://everythingkrystal.my.canva.site

In this episode, Elisabeth dives into what sitz baths are all about, talking the history, tradition and the importance of this during your postpartum healing.

Mugwort is commonly used in Korea and is mentioned about it's use there.

Take a listen to learn more about sitz baths.

TRIGGER WARNING: Medical Malpractice & Medical Injury

Katie Spinks joins us as she shares her story about a uterine rupture (without a prior c-section) after the use of Pitocin. She and her daughter both suffered birth trauma and medical negligence that left her daughter with severe disabilities and Katie without a uterus. Katie now has a passion for educating and spreading awareness about birth choices and the potential risks of Pitocin use.

Please take a listen of Katie's story and you can learn more about her by following her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/katie_spinks_/

https://www.facebook.com/katie.spinks.144

In this episode, Elisabeth talks about breastfeeding and how you can nourish your body using foods that actually support your milk supply.

Take a listen today to learn 3 foods you need to add to your diet and more!

Drina the Doula joins us to talk about 3 Herbs that are essential for your pregnancy - Edrina shares so much herbal magic and wisdom that you won't believe what can help with early labor.

Herbs are tools that can be used during your pregnancy and labor to ensure things go smooth. As always this episode especially is not medical advice but a learning place.

Want to learn about Edrina:

I’m Edrina Gilbert, widely known as Drina the Doula, a full-spectrum doula, womb healer, herbalist, and educator devoted to restoring birth as a sacred rite of passage.I am the founder of Let’s Doula This Baby LLC, a holistic birthwork practice offering birth and postpartum doula care, herbal support, placenta encapsulation, belly binding, womb healing, and ancestral postpartum rituals.My work blends evidence-based support with ancestral knowledge, nervous-system safety, and womb-centered healing. Whether supporting a family through labor, preparing nourishing postpartum meals, crafting herbal blends, or teaching the next generation of birthworkers, my mission remains the same: to protect the mother, honor the womb, and return birth to its rightful place as sacred.

Check out some of the herbal teas she mentioned and more here: letsdoulathisbabyllc.com

Why is resting a revolutionary act?

Elisabeth takes a moment to go into the importance of resting and why now-a-days it could almost be seen as a act of rebellion. The modern day is teaching us to go-go-go... the saying no pain, no gain. The hustle, the grind. All of these things are tearing us down - when rest is important.

Elisabeth talks about the importance of boundaries and what they do for you.

Nadine sat down with Elisabeth to talk about Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP), something women expecting get. As a chiropractor her story helped change how she helped client with a focus now on PGP.

Season 3 Episode 32

I'm Nadine Cheli, a chiropractor, a Mummy to my one year old son and a runner. I have been helping women before, during and after pregnancy for nearly 10 years. I am passionate about getting credible and helpful info out there for people suffering with Pelvic Girdle Pain a condition often experienced in pregnancy. Not only have I consulted with many women suffering from PGP but I have had it myself, too. My symptoms started around 16 weeks pregnant. I thought I would be running until 8 months pregnant - but my journey was quite different. Fast forward 9 months post partum I got myself pain free and back to running 5km. This has only fuelled my commitment to helping those with PGP. I know recovery is possible and I know there is LOTS you can do to help yourself. Let me help you to help yourself!

Pain-Free Progress: 6 Proven Recovery Strategies for Pelvic Girdle Pain here: https://pelvicgirdle.nadinechiro.com and my free Facebook support group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pelvicgirdlepainsupportuk/

The new year marks a powerful time for new years resolutions. In this episode I take a moment to talk about the importance of creating a ritual that works. Through a wellness routine, and goals that are destined to set me up for success.

What are your goals for the new year and how are you slowly incorporating them?