The Missing Fertility Foundation: Why Your Nervous System Matters Before Pregnancy with Dr. Austin Ray

5 Healthy Habits That Make Motherhood Easier (Without Doing More)

Motherhood is busy, but taking care of your health doesn't have to be complicated! In this episode, I'm is joined by my friend Abby again to share five realistic habits that can help moms feel more energized, less overwhelmed, and better equipped to care for themselves and their families. We've been there (actually we're there right now) - so we GET IT! We discuss: * Why protein and water should come before your morning coffee * Creating routines that reduce decision fatigue * Making exercise realistic with little kids * Meal prep strategies that actually work for busy families * Why community may be one of the most overlooked parts of health Whether you're in the newborn stage, chasing toddlers, or simply trying to build healthier routines, these simple tips can make a big difference. 🎧 Listen now and share this episode with another mom who could use a little encouragement today. Connect with Abby: https://www.villagepsychllc.com/ [https://www.villagepsychllc.com/] 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility [http://www.molinemethod.com/fertility] 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS [https://kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS] ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: * Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms [https://instagram.com/functionalmedicineformoms] * YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms [https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmedicineformoms] * Email: kelly@molinemethod.com [kelly@molinemethod.com] * Work with me: molinemethod.com [https://molinemethod.com/] — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript. [https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/molinemethod/store-start]

Exercise & Fertility: Does Working Out Help or Hurt Your Chances of Getting Pregnant?

Trying to conceive and wondering if exercise is helping—or hurting—your fertility? You've probably heard conflicting advice: don't let your heart rate get too high, avoid intense workouts, or stop exercising altogether while trying to get pregnant. But what does the research actually say? In this episode, I'm joined by pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Danyell Russell to break down the science behind exercise and fertility. We discuss how movement supports hormone health, blood sugar balance, pregnancy outcomes, labor, postpartum recovery, and even male fertility. Whether you're just beginning your fertility journey or actively trying to conceive, this conversation will help you feel more confident about moving your body in a way that supports both your health and your future pregnancy. In this episode, we cover: * Does exercise improve fertility? * Can you exercise too much while trying to conceive? * What is RED-S and when should you be concerned? * Moderate vs. vigorous exercise: what's the difference? * Strength training vs. cardio for fertility * Exercise recommendations before pregnancy * Male fertility and cycling * How movement supports pregnancy, labor, and postpartum recovery * When (if ever) you should modify your workouts If you've been afraid that working out could hurt your chances of getting pregnant, this episode is for you. 🌿 Get Your Preparing for Pregnancy Guide: A holistic roadmap to optimize fertility, support a healthy pregnancy, and feel empowered on your journey to parenthood. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility [http://www.molinemethod.com/fertility] 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. Connect with Dr. Danyell Russell: Instagram: @strongfoundationpttx 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS [https://kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS] ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: * Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms [https://instagram.com/functionalmedicineformoms] * YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms [https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmedicineformoms] * Email: kelly@molinemethod.com [kelly@molinemethod.com] * Work with me: molinemethod.com [http://molinemethod.com] — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript. [https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/molinemethod/store-start]

Traveling with Babies & Toddlers: Our Best Summer Travel Hacks

Planning a family vacation this summer? Whether you're flying with a baby, road-tripping with a toddler, or simply wondering how to make travel a little less stressful, this episode is packed with practical, real-life tips that actually work. This week I'm joined by my friend Abby—psychologist, mom of three, and seasoned traveler (we're talking dozens of flights with little ones!)—to share our favorite travel hacks for keeping kids happy, parents sane, and expectations realistic. In this episode, we cover: * Flying with babies and toddlers * Road trip tips for families * Airport hacks that make traveling easier * Snacks, activities, and entertainment ideas * Managing naps and routines while traveling * Reducing travel stress and handling meltdowns * Traveling solo with kids * Packing strategies and our favorite travel essentials If you've got summer vacations, family visits, or holiday travel on the calendar, this episode will help you feel more prepared—and remind you that perfect trips aren't the goal. Making memories is. 🎧 Listen now and save this episode before your next adventure! 🌿 Preparing for Pregnancy Guide Take a proactive, functional medicine approach to fertility and preconception. Learn how to optimize your health before pregnancy with practical nutrition, lifestyle, supplement, and testing guidance. 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility [http://www.molinemethod.com/fertility] 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS [https://kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS] ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: * Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms [https://instagram.com/functionalmedicineformoms] * YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms [https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmedicineformoms] * Email: kelly@molinemethod.com [kelly@molinemethod.com] * Work with me: molinemethod.com [http://molinemethod.com] — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript. [https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/molinemethod/store-start]

The Missing Fertility Foundation: Why Your Nervous System Matters Before Pregnancy with Dr. Austin Ray

Could your nervous system be affecting your fertility? When most women think about preparing for pregnancy, they focus on supplements, nutrition, hormones, and lab testing. But what if the most important place to start is your nervous system? In this episode, I sit down with neurologically-focused chiropractor Dr. Austin Ray to discuss why nervous system regulation became the very first pillar in my Preparing for Pregnancy Guide. We cover: ✔️ What the nervous system actually does ✔️ The difference between "fight-or-flight" and "rest-and-digest" ✔️ How chronic stress can impact hormones, ovulation, sleep, blood sugar, and fertility ✔️ Why nervous system health influences every other aspect of healing ✔️ What Insight Scans are and how they evaluate nervous system function ✔️ The connection between chiropractic care and nervous system regulation ✔️ How optimizing your nervous system may support conception, pregnancy, and postpartum health Whether you're actively trying to conceive or simply want to optimize your health before pregnancy, this conversation will help you understand why your body needs to feel safe before it can fully prioritize reproduction. Find a Nervous System Focused Chiropractor near you: https://pxdocs.com/ [https://pxdocs.com/] Connect with Dr. Austin: https://www.lighthousechiropractictx.com/ [https://www.lighthousechiropractictx.com/] 🌿 Get Your Preparing for Pregnancy Guide! * A holistic roadmap to optimize fertility, support a healthy pregnancy, and feel empowered on your journey to parenthood. Learn more at: * www.molinemethod.com/fertility [http://www.molinemethod.com/fertility] - Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off at checkout. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS [https://kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS] ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: * Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms [https://instagram.com/functionalmedicineformoms] * YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms [https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmedicineformoms] * Email: kelly@molinemethod.com [kelly@molinemethod.com] * Work with me: molinemethod.com [http://molinemethod.com] — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript. [https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/molinemethod/store-start]

Male Fertility 101: Half the Fertility Equation

When couples struggle to conceive, the focus often falls entirely on the woman—but did you know that male factors contribute to nearly 50% of infertility cases? In this episode, I sit down with fertility nurse and male fertility expert Stephanie Sabourin to discuss the often-overlooked role of sperm health in conception, miscarriage risk, pregnancy outcomes, and even the long-term health of future children. We discuss: * Why male fertility should be evaluated much earlier in the fertility journey * What a semen analysis can (and can't) tell you * The importance of DNA fragmentation testing * How sperm health impacts miscarriage risk * Lifestyle factors that affect fertility, including sleep, stress, alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, heat exposure, and environmental toxins * How long it takes to improve sperm quality * Why men should start preparing for pregnancy too * When fertility testing makes sense—even before trying to conceive If you're trying to conceive, planning for pregnancy, experiencing infertility, or simply want to optimize your health before starting a family, this episode is packed with practical steps you can start implementing today. Check out Legacy's Home Semen Analysis testing through my website: https://molinemethod.com/semen-analysis [https://molinemethod.com/semen-analysis] 🌿 Get Your Preparing for Pregnancy Guide! * A holistic roadmap to optimize fertility, support a healthy pregnancy, and feel empowered on your journey to parenthood. Learn more at: 👉 www.molinemethod.com/fertility [http://www.molinemethod.com/fertility] 💛 Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off at checkout. 🩷 kegg Fertility Tracker: kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS [https://kegg.tech/FUNCTIONALMEDICINEFORMOMS] I earn a small commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. ✨ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health. 👉 Where to find us: * Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms [https://instagram.com/functionalmedicineformoms] * YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms [https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmedicineformoms] * Email: kelly@molinemethod.com [kelly@molinemethod.com] * Work with me: molinemethod.com [http://molinemethod.com] — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript. [https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/molinemethod/store-start]