When Millennials Become Moms

In this special episode, we’re celebrating Natasha’s (Dr. Organic Mommy) exciting announcement—she’s expecting her fifth child! We dive into all of your questions and comments covering everything from her journey to conception at 42 to tips for preparing the body for pregnancy, managing labor pain, and navigating multiple C-sections. Natasha shares how she balances motherhood, answers questions about her pregnancy routine, and reveals how this experience compares to her previous pregnancies. Whether you’re curious about fertility after 40, low-tox hospital visits, or the emotions behind welcoming another little one, this episode is full of insight and celebration! Links:   •    0:45 - How long did it take to get pregnant?     •    1:30 - Are you treating this pregnancy differently?     •    2:15 - Tips for trying to conceive.     •    3:00 - Link to the fertility episode- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-millennials-become-moms/id1741581409?i=1000672185414 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-millennials-become-moms/id1741581409?i=1000672185414]     •    4:45 - How to deal with 5 C-sections.     •    6:00 - Questions about labor.     •    6:30 - Lori Bregman’s https://www.loribregman.com [https://www.loribregman.com/]     •    7:00 - Hypno-epidural - https://shop.connectthemind.com/fertility-pregnancy-meditations/hypno-epidural-and-birth-recording-combo [https://shop.connectthemind.com/fertility-pregnancy-meditations/hypno-epidural-and-birth-recording-combo]     •    7:30 - The Business of Being Born - https://amzn.to/3BmpMKw [https://amzn.to/3BmpMKw]     •    8:15 - How did Natasha prepare her body for this pregnancy? What supplements did she take?     •    Supplements: CoQ10 (https://www.orthomolecularproducts.com/product/coq-10 [https://www.orthomolecularproducts.com/product/coq-10]), WeNatal Prenatal, Omegas Wenatal prenatals and omegas (wenatal.com/drorganicmommy [http://wenatal.com/drorganicmommy])     •    13:00 - Breastfeeding while pregnant.     •    14:30 - Best breast pump.     •    16:00 - Pregnancy registry - https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/what-you-need-for-baby-natasha-beck [https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/what-you-need-for-baby-natasha-beck]     •    17:00 - better glucose test (The Fresh Test) - https://thefreshtest.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqRP4EVTAjjDtB_S9zHCPtLvyPEBFmH5Bec7nwXCsHzB-xeWM2H [https://thefreshtest.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqRP4EVTAjjDtB_S9zHCPtLvyPEBFmH5Bec7nwXCsHzB-xeWM2H]     •    19:00 - Acid reflux tips.     •    20:00 - Dealing with mold before pregnancy.     •    21:00 - Managing oral health before getting pregnant.     •    22:00 - Tips for testing negative for GBS.     •    24:00 - Tips for treating cold/flu while pregnant.     •    Link all of Natasha’s cold remedy recipes: https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/homemade-onion-honey-cough-syrup-natasha-beck [https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/homemade-onion-honey-cough-syrup-natasha-beck] https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/homemade-cough-suppressant-natasha-beck [https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/homemade-cough-suppressant-natasha-beck]     •    27:00 - Facial products to use during pregnancy:      •    https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/imwmx7cxqn9x8jlhotk5wb0ng65p5j-natasha-beck [https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/imwmx7cxqn9x8jlhotk5wb0ng65p5j-natasha-beck]

In this episode, we’re diving into three common parenting challenges and practical solutions to handle them with confidence and warmth: * How to Say No: Learn to avoid extremes—whether it’s being overly controlling or overly indulgent—and instead set firm boundaries with warmth and understanding. * How to Stop Yelling: Discover four key strategies to break the yelling cycle, including reducing over-explaining, understanding child development, stopping arguments, and modeling self-regulation by taking breaks. * Reframing Threats: Swap ineffective threats for positive opportunities and learn how to follow through when setting limits, fostering trust and consistency with your child. This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you parent more effectively while maintaining a strong, loving connection with your child.

In this short episode, we dive into the realities of Thanksgiving with family—managing expectations, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating tricky dynamics. We’ll discuss ways to handle holiday gatherings in a way that respects everyone’s needs, especially our kids’. Whether it’s a packed house or a quiet meal, tune in for tips on creating a Thanksgiving that feels meaningful and manageable for the whole family.

In this episode, we dive into how to educate our kids about what’s in their food without making them feel anxious or overwhelmed. We explore why our family chooses a healthy lifestyle, covering topics like sugar, dyes, and processed ingredients. You’ll hear tips on explaining food choices in a way that empowers kids to make mindful decisions, even when faced with less healthy options at schools, camps, or social events. Plus, we discuss practical scripts parents can use and ways to help kids feel confident about their choices without creating fear around food. Show Notes: •   0:30 – Handling judgment from others    •   3:30 – Natasha vs. Instagram followers’ judgment    •   5:40 – Explaining our healthy lifestyle to kids and dealing with camps or schools that serve candy or items with dyes    •   10:00 – Titanium dioxide    •   11:00 – Empowering our kids to be educated about what’s in their food    •   12:30 – Teaching kids about food ingredients without scaring them    •   16:00 – Why some kids handle dyes better than others    •   20:00 – Gatorade at sporting events    •   22:00 – School document on healthy food guidelines    •   23:00 – How much sugar should a child have daily?    •   29:00 – Scripts parents can use to talk to their kids about food choices

In this episode, We sat down with Ashley Strong, one half of the inspiring duo known as the Strong Sistas, who founded Nourish Cooperative and Angel Acres Farm. Ashley shares her and her sister Sarah’s journey from struggling with health issues due to dietary misconceptions and stress, to embracing regenerative farming as a path to healing and empowerment. With a B.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Ashley’s unique perspective combines scientific insight with hands-on farming experience, while her sister Sarah’s background in Health Sciences and coaching offers a holistic approach to wellness. Together, they advocate for sustainable living, from farm-to-table practices to community education, offering top tips for families looking to make impactful changes. Listen in to learn about the current state of our food system, the benefits of seasonal eating, and how to teach kids about regenerative farming and the value of real, nourishing food. Show Notes: 1:38 – How the Strong Sisters started a regenerative farm 4:00 – Health journey and the time it takes 10:30 – Issues with our food system: food recalls, E. coli and listeria outbreaks, and heavy metals in packaged food 16:00 – Top tips for families wanting to make a change Resources:     •    eatwild.com [http://eatwild.com%20]     •    localharvest.org [http://localharvest.org%20]     •    regenerationinternational.org [http://regenerationinternational.org%20]     •    regenerativefarmersofAmerica.com [http://regenerativefarmersofAmerica.com%20] 22:00 – Seasonal eating 24:00 – Benefits of canning and root cellars 26:00 – Teaching kids about farming practices 27:00 – All about eggs (Angel Acres - https://angel-acresfarm.com [https://angel-acresfarm.com]) 44:00 – All about seed oils