Toxic Positivity
Examples & Alternatives To Toxic Positivity I have seen this in the birth work field (ESPECIALLY IN BEREAVEMENT AND POSTPARTUM), in Noah’s journey, in expressing my surrogacy journey and more, and I’m way over it, so I am here to make this a learning experience! What is toxic positivity? Toxic positivity is thinking you are…
Inositol: Sugar & Fertility
Inositol – click here to purchase our favorite brand! Found in a variety of foods, including:CitrusBeansCantaloupeLecithinBananasKiwiPeachesCabbagePearsOkraTomatoesEggplantBell PeppersPumpkinPotatoesCarrots& BREAST MILK <3 This pseudo vitamin (considered B8), synthesized from yeast to create a glucose like structure, may provide relief for those suffering with anxiety, Type II diabetes and PCOS. Studies show no ill effects on the brain, only…
Chasteberry Herbal Use
Chasteberry (Vitex) This amazing little herb can be life changing for those struggling with infertility, menstrual problems and more!! It works by stimulating dopamine production in the brain, balancing the levels of prolactin, estrogen, progesterone and LH in the body. It can also stimulate opioid receptors, giving you a little buzz or pain relief from…
Natural Tips For Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia Widespread muscle pain & tenderness, supposedly cannot be cured, severely misdiagnosed and undiagnosed, much more common than people believe, and perhaps it actually is curable… Let’s discuss. Those with fibromyalgia have an over-active sympathetic nervous system. What is that? Think about your fight-or-flight response. You release adrenaline, dopamine, cortisol, etc. If your body remains…
Methylcobalamin & Methylfolate Supplement
Need a natural energy source that’s NOT coffee? Make sure you aren’t Methylcobalamin (aka B12) and Methylfolate deficient! This can be tested via a simple blood test, or if you hate being poked or don’t have the funds to be tested, give supplementation a GO blindly. If you don’t need it, you’ll just pee it…
Dry Brushing & Skin Detox
Why I dry brush & “dirty” detox my skin & you should too! A charming picture of myself to show that I actually practice what I preach here, and that it works! I believe in it and I have seen the difference in my skin! So many people these days are searching for ways to…
Boosting Beta-Endorphins During Labor
Boosting Endorphins During Labor For those of you that are choosing a physiological labor and birth, congratulations, you get a nice flow of beta-endorphins with surges of oxytocin, as needed! If you are experiencing induction, utilizing prescription pain relievers, or even getting an IV bag of Pitocin postpartum, you need to be stimulating your beta-endorphins….
Quick Tricks For Pre-Eclampsia
High blood pressure? Concerned about pregnancy Hypertension or even Pre-Eclampsia? If you’re not ready to be induced at 37 weeks for it, here are some natural remedies you can try first… As a disclaimer, obviously, if it’s so severe that you feel you and your baby are in danger, please seek assistance. Don’t take this…
Sprouting Seeds
One of the most affordable ways to feed your family an easy snack, or top on salads, soups, pretty much any dish, is to SPROUT! BENEFITS OF SPROUTING: *An excellent source of natural fiber *Lowers absorption of glucose which can be beneficial for those struggling with high cholesterol and/or blood sugar *Sprouting raw beans and…