Holistic Pregnancy
Episodes
My Top 3 Pregnancy "Must-Do" Items
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hey, welcome! We're talking about my top 3 pregnancy MUST DO's today.. but first, we've got a few announcements!FIRST..... We're t...
Yoni Steaming for Postpartum & Fertility
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Liz Kohut, a certified peristeam specialist. Liz stumbled upon Vaginal Steaming following a miscarriage in 2018 after her d...
Folate, MTHFR & Prenatal Health | with Dr. Eric Ciappio & Lauren Eisen
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Folate is one of the most talked about nutrients in pregnancy, but also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we break down what folate actu...
Where Should I Give Birth?
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing where to give birth is about more than picking a location. In this episode, we walk through how hospital, birth center, and homebirth setting...
Unmedicated Hospital Birth & Advocating for Yourself | with Lizzie Bolliger
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Lizzie Bolliger (known online as @fiercelizzie) for a conversation about what advocacy during labor actually looks like in real life. ...
What To Eat During Pregnancy
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re breaking down pregnancy nutrition in simple, practical terms. Instead of focusing on restriction, we’re looking at pregnanc...
Strengthening Intuition Through Embodied Movement | with Rachael Robertson
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about intuition in the pregnancy and birth space. But intuition isn’t something you magically access when labor starts. It’s somethi...
Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Prevention + Holistic Root-Cause Support | with Jes Reynolds
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sitting down with Jes Reynolds, founder of Born From Her and the world’s only Holistic Root-Cause Hyperemesis Gravidarum Pract...
The Truth About Due Dates
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Estimated Due Date (EDD) is based on Naegele’s Rule — a 200-year-old formula that assumes a 28-day cycle and ovulation on day 14. In this epis...
Optimal Health, Fertility & Preconception Prep | with Illie Balaj
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, I’m joined by Illie Balaj, CEO and Founder of Live Healthillie, for a grounded and practical conv...
How Pain Actually Works in Labor & Birth
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, I’m breaking down one of the most common fears around birth: pain. Instead of talking about how t...
Birth Beyond Trauma | with Moran Liviani
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, Taylor is joined by Moran Liviani, a doula and childbirth educator with nearly 14 years of experien...
Why “Low Risk” Doesn’t Mean Hands-Off
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most misleading labels in modern maternity care: “low risk.” We talk about why this label often cr...
Minerals & HTMA | with Brooke Gonseth
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, we sit down with Brooke Gonseth for a grounded, no-fluff conversation about minerals, stress, and H...
"Natural Birth” vs Informed Birth
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, I unpack a distinction that doesn’t get talked about enough: the difference between wanting a nat...
The Kind of Birth You’ll Regret
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how indecision — not emergencies or complications — shapes birth outcomes more than most people realize. We talk about...
The Power of Storytelling & Healing Birth Trauma | with Katelyn Fusco
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Holistic Pregnancy Podcast, I am joined by Katelyn Fusco, host of the Happy Homebirth Podcast. Katelyn and I dive into the powe...
Handling Judgment Around Your Birth Choices
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how to handle judgment, concern, and unsolicited opinions during pregnancy and birth. We break down why fear-based reac...
What to Do During Weeks 37-42 (Preparing for Homebirth!)
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This interview is from episode 217 of the Entering Motherhood podcast where I had the opportunity to chat with Sarah Marie Bilger about preparing for ...
Ayurvedic Postpartum | with Christine Eck
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re sitting down with Christine Eck, founder of the Center for Sacred Window Studies, to unpack what Ayurvedic-informed postpartu...
Holiday Gift Guide for Pregnancy & Crunchy Moms
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we walk through a holistic holiday gifting guide for pregnancy, postpartum, and crunchy living. We cover three main categories of mea...
Holistic Nutrition Basics (Pregnant Women Should Know About)
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about the importance of holistic prenatal nutrition, emphasizing that traditional dietary advice is often outdated and...
Real Food for Gestational Diabetes | with Lily Nichols, RDN
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gestational diabetes doesn’t have to be scary or confusing — especially when you understand how food and physiology actually work together. In thi...
Creating a Birth Plan (That Actually Gets Read)
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to create a birth plan that’s clear, confident, and actually respected in the birth room. We’ll t...
Understanding Rhogam, Anti-D, and the Rh Factor | with Rachael Nalley
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the topic of Rhogam (also known as Anti-D) and the Rh factor—what it means, when it’s offered, ...
Labor Inductions: Medical Necessity vs. Convenience
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being told it’s time to induce — just because you’ve hit 39 or 40 weeks?Induction culture is RAMPANT in our society... but why? Let’s ...
Preparing Your Body for Birth | with Kate Hopkins
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Body Ready Method (BRM) Pro Kate Hopkins to talk about how movement and alignment can help you prepare your body for ...
Managing "Morning Sickness" Naturally
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling like you’ve been hit by a wave of nausea from the moment you wake up? You’re not alone—and you don’t just have to suffer through it. I...
5 Breastfeeding Myths You Should Know About | with Jaimie Zaki
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm chatting with Jaimie Zaki about common breastfeeding myths we've been sold as a modern society. Jaimie is an IBCLC, mom of 5, and ...
How to Trust Your Intuition | with Lisa Vee
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm chatting with Lisa Vee (aka Loudmouth Lisa) about finding your voice and moving from people-pleaser to powerful mother. Lisa is a mom, ...
Homebirth...In a Hospital? | with Jessica Gable
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking with Jessica Gable of Gentle Heart Doula Care about how you can prepare facilitate a "home birth" within a hospital...
The Ultimate First Trimester Checklist
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm pregnant! Now what?"This episode walks you through what actually matters in the first trimester—no fluff, no fear-based advice, ...
What to Expect During Labor
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what happens in each stage of labor, what’s normal (and what’s not), and how to work with your body i...
Birth Isn’t a Cult: Reclaiming Intuition in a Polarized World | with Katelyn Fusco
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Katelyn Fusco of the Happy Homebirth Podcast to unpack the dogma, camps, and unspoken rules that often divide the bir...
How to Have a Natural Birth
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what it takes to plan and prepare for an unmedicated, physiological birth. You'll learn how to ...
Is This Normal? Weird Pregnancy Symptoms
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pregnancy is full of surprises—and not all of them are cute. In this episode, I’m breaking down the weird, uncomfortable, and straight-up confusin...
Root Causes of Colic & Infant Discomfort | with Alice Lucken
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am chatting with Alice Lucken about all things unsettled babies. Alice is an IBCLC who helps moms identify and address root causes ...
Herbal Remedies for Pregnancy | with Elinor Thomas
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am chatting with bio-regional folk herbalist Elinor Thomas about herbs and how we can incorporate them into our routines to support...
Should You Hire a Doula?
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the most common birth prep questions: Do I really need a doula? Whether you’re planning a homebirth, alrea...
Sex After Baby & Intimacy Postpartum | with Emily Clark
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about sex! Postpartum sex, that is. In this episode, I am joined by certified sexologist and sex coach Emily Clark of Designing Intima...
Childhood Vaccines & Informed Medical Decisions | Just the Inserts
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If the thought of diving into the topic of childhood vaccines makes your chest tighten or your brain want to check out altogether… you’re not alon...
Taylor's Autonomous Homebirth
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a very special episode of the podcast... because it's actually MY most recent birth story! The audio is from my interview on the Happy Ho...
Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy, Labor and Babies | with Dr. Ashley Gonzales-Barwick
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Dr. Ashley Gonzales-Barwick. Dr. Ashley is a holistic chiropractor in Greenville, SC, specializing in pregnancy, postpartum...
The Slippery-Slope of Combo Feeding, Organic Formula and more | with Caley Jones
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Caley Jones. Caley is a dedicated mother of three, wife, holistic birthworker, proud RAD mom, and the owner of an infrared ...
Grief & Pregnancy | with Taylor Kirkbride
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are back with Taylor Kirkbride, who you may remember from our Prenatal and Postpartum Nourishment episodes. After experiencing the loss of n...
Vaginal Steaming | with Liz Kohut
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Liz Kohut, a certified peristeam specialist. Liz stumbled upon Vaginal Steaming following a miscarriage in 2018 after her d...
Hypnobirthing & Positive Birth After Trauma | with Carrie LaChapelle Craft
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Carrie LaChapelle Craft. Carrie is a licensed homebirth midwife in South Carolina, and a mother herself. After experiencing...
Intuitive Movement & Breathwork | with Melissa Gambone
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don't miss this special MOTHER'S DAY sale! Get $100 off the Holistic Mama Course (now through Mother's Day weekend) using code "MO...
The First 40 Days | with Shelley Rahim
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 3! Don't miss this special MOTHER'S DAY sale! Get $100 off the Holistic Mama Course (now through Mother's Day weeken...
Inducing Labor at Home: Herbs, Pumping, Castor Oil and more
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this season finale episode (don't worry -- we'll be back mid-April!) you'll learn all about all of the ways you can 1) prepare your ...
Is Homebirth Safe? How Midwives Handle Emergencies | with Irena Freystaetter, CPM
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Irena Freystaetter, a licensed midwife in Upstate, SC. In the episode, Irena and I discuss the safety of homebirth and how ...
Navigating Pregnancy After Loss | with Sarah Lingle
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah Lingle and I are talking all things Pregnancy After Loss. Both Sarah and I are currently expecting rainbow babies at the time o...
Vitamin K, Erythromycin, Newborn Metabolic Screening, CHDD and more
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking all things newborn testing and procedures! In this solo episode, Taylor will cover what to expect in the hours and day following ...
Glucose Challenge Test, GBS, Ultrasounds and more
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking all things prenatal testing and procedures! In this solo episode, Taylor will cover what to expect during your routine prenatal v...
Pelvic Pain & SPD During Pregnancy | with Megan Martineau
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Megan Martineau, a certified personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness specialist. After the birth of her first child, Meg...
Nourished Pregnancy, Empowered Birth: The Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Presale enrollment for the Holistic Mama Pregnancy & Birth Course is officially LIVE! 🎉This course is everything I wish I had when I was naviga...
Cycle Tracking & Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) | with Crystal Melanson
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Crystal Melanson of Zen Functional Wellness. Crystal is a certified clinical nutritionist, certified functional diagnostic ...
Preparing for a VBAC | with Sarah Marie Bilger
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Homeopathy 101 | with Emily Frye
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ho...
Why You Should Ditch Your Prenatal Vitamins
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this season finale episode (don't worry -- we'll be back mid-January!) you'll learn all about what you can do INSTEAD of taking a pr...
Prenatal Exercise, Sciatica & SI Joint Discomfort | with Dr. Stephanie Daniel, PT, DPT
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Dr. Stephanie Daniel, PT, DPT. Stephanie is an ortho-pelvic physical therapist, meaning she specializes in pelvic floor PT ...
Nourishment for Postpartum & Fertility | with Taylor Kirkbride
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is actually part 2 of my conversation with Taylor Kirkbride, postpartum chef and doula. Part 1 was all about nourishment during pregnancy...
Nourishment for Pregnancy | with Taylor Kirkbride
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Intrusive Thoughts & Postpartum Mental Health | with Susannah Long, LMFT
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Susannah Long. Susannah is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Greenville, SC. In her private practice, she helps p...
Reframing Motherhood, Simple Living, Ayurvedic Medicine and more
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I'm having a conversation with Ashley, the voice behind A Nourished Mother. Ashley is a mama of two boys, regenerative homesteader and ind...
Biohacking Your Cycle & Balancing Blood Sugar | with Caitlin Cipriano
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Caitlin Cipriano. Caitlin lives in Vermont with her husband, two littles, and their two dogs. She is a graduate of Logan Un...
Tongue Ties & Breastfeeding 101 | with Sarah O'Rourke, IBCLC
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Sarah O’Rourke. Sarah is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of two. She owns a private practic...
The Hormonal Cocktail of Birth & Rhythm as Medicine | with Carey Glenn, LM, CPM
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with midwife Carey Glenn. In addition to her home birth midwifery practice, Carey is also an educator, bodyworker, mentor and rh...
Acupuncture for Pregnancy & Postpartum | with Dr. Deanna Carell, DACM
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
START HERE: Welcome to the show!
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Holistic Pregnancy podcast! I'm your host, Taylor Shaffer: holistic pregnancy coach, virtual doula and self-proclaimed crunchy mom...