Life Update - I AM PREGNANT??

Life Update - I AM PREGNANT??

How did this happen??? In this deeply personal episode of The Amelia Botanica Podcast, I share the story of discovering I was pregnant — a moment that was both surreal and sacred after years of navigating hormone imbalances, fear, and uncertainty around fertility. This episode is a love letter to the women on all paths of the feminine journey: those who are trying, waiting, grieving, or unsure. I begin with a gentle trigger warning and an open heart, knowing how layered these conversations can be. I take you behind the scenes of: * My hormone health history and why I thought IVF might be necessary * The emotional and physical preparation my husband and I did before trying * The shock and gratitude I felt when I conceived naturally * The loneliness and fear I experienced in the first trimester * How I supported my body through nausea and overwhelm * What I’m doing now in my second trimester and my plans moving forward * A brief glimpse into my intentions for the fourth trimester * How pregnancy is reshaping the future of Amelia Botanica This episode is tender, raw, and rooted in reverence for the sacred transition into motherhood. Whether you’re on a similar path or simply curious to listen in, thank you for holding space for this new chapter with me. If you're currently on a fertility journey, if you've experienced loss, or if this topic is sensitive for you in any way — please know that I see you, I honor you, and you’re in my thoughts. This episode contains my personal story of pregnancy, and while I hope it feels nourishing and honest, I completely understand if you need to skip it today. All my love, Amelia Botanica

The Power of Ayurveda with the founders from ashaya

On today's episode of the Amelia Botanica podcast; From Pain to Power, we have on the founders of ashaya. Siobhan and Jodie from ashaya share their own personal stories around their hormones from the view of post natal hormonal dysregulation to perimenopause. They provide a really refreshing and supportive view on how hormonal issues can be a part of our normal flow through life.  In this episode we touch on -  * How they have used their pain and turned it into their Ayurvedic based business ashaya  * We chat through what is Ayurveda and how they have both used it in their own wellbeing  * We touch on how you can incorporate Ayurvedic principles into your daily life through their own personal rituals, food choices, or lifestyle practices that bring Ayurveda into your routine  * We chat about their incredible products and supplements that support women through all walks of life  Please ensure to give ashaya a follow on Instagram here. [https://www.instagram.com/ashaya_rituals/] You can also find them on their website here. [https://ashaya.com.au/] Let us know what you think of this episode and we would love your comments and feedback via instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ameliabotanica .naturopathy [https://www.instagram.com/ameliabotanica/] We would love for you to share with your loved ones, like and subscribe to the podcast so we can support more amazing humans.  Want to work with Amelia? Join this limited 1:1 intake of clients ⁠here. ⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] Download our free recipe eBook via our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website. ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] To jumpstart your healing journey, join us on our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠Radiance Retreat ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/radiance-page-1] in Croatia, June 2025!

Cystic Fibrosis with Health Coach Bella

Today we have Bella on the podcast from The Halo Effect. Bella is an incredible woman who is a Holistic Integrative Nutrition Coach, Personal Trainer and Mentor - but most importantly, Bella is your support on your wellness journey. Bella is all about understanding that optimal health is an ever-evolving journey, which comes from her own journey with cystic fibrosis. In this episode, we dive into Bella's story from supporting her own wellness with CF to being a super outgoing and taking life by the horns. Let us know what you think of this episode and we would love your comments and feedback via instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ameliabotanica ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/ameliabotanica/] We would love for you to share with your loved ones, like and subscribe to the podcast so we can support more amazing humans.  You can find Bella through her website here. [https://www.haloeffect.com.au/] Feeling inspired by this episode? Want to work with Amelia? Join this limited 1:1 intake of clients ⁠here. ⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] Download our free recipe eBook via our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website. ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] To jumpstart your healing journey, join us on our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠Radiance Retreat ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/radiance-page-1] in Croatia, June 2025!

We have a vaginal microbiome?? With Ruby Josif

Did you know that you have a vaginal microbiome that can influence things like thrush, BV and discomfort? This week we have a really fun and interesting podcast episode with Sex Coach Ruby Josif. Ruby actually interviews Amelia in this one all about sexual wellness, thrush, the vaginal microbiome and libido + the effect of our hormones.  As you may have heard before, Ruby is our go to sexual wellness practitioner and she has such an incredible wealth of knowledge and beautiful energy. As mentioned in the intro, Ruby has some incredible offerings that we think are so needed for our community. Please ensure you go and check out Ruby on her Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ruby.josif.sex.coach/] or website [https://www.ruby-josif.com/] and stay tuned for her newest offerings (eek so excited for her).  Let us know what you think of this episode and we would love your comments and feedback via instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ameliabotanica ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/ameliabotanica/] We would love for you to share with your loved ones, like and subscribe to the podcast so we can support more amazing humans.  Want to work with Amelia? Join this limited 1:1 intake of clients ⁠here. ⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] Download our free recipe eBook via our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website. ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] To jumpstart your healing journey, join us on our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠Radiance Retreat ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/radiance-page-1]  in Croatia, June 2025!

A guide to coming off the pill..

Ditch the Pill, Embrace Your Cycle: A Naturopathic Guide to Coming Off Hormonal Birth Control Tired of the hormonal roller coaster? Feeling lost about what comes next and unsure how to decide if you want to come off the pill? This podcast is your comprehensive guide to navigating the transition off hormonal birth control in a safe and supportive way, offering advice from Amelia in a solo episode. It's all about confidence in yourself/your intuition. In this episode, we'll cover: * More on the truth about the pill's impact: Reflect on our recent episode about the impact of the pill on the body (listen here). [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ApaFMtfy4RVNQ0NDL3aef?si=bfd9977920f9429c] * 4 Steps to take to come off safely: Discover personalised strategies for minimizing withdrawal symptoms and adjusting to your natural cycle (e.g. acne, missing periods) * Nourishing your body: Explore natural supplements and lifestyle changes to support your hormonal balance and overall well-being (such as magnesium and zinc). Understanding your cycle: Gain clarity on the phases of your menstrual cycle and unlock the power of natural fertility awareness. Sending so much love your way - it is so important to make structured/educated health decisions, so I am so here for you if you need support send me an instagram DM. Let us know what you think of this episode and we would love your comments and feedback via instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ameliabotanica ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/ameliabotanica/] We would love for you to share with your loved ones, like and subscribe to the podcast so we can support more amazing humans.  Want to work with Amelia? Join this limited 1:1 intake of clients ⁠here. ⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] Download our free recipe eBook via our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website. ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/] To jumpstart your healing journey, join us on our upcoming ⁠⁠⁠Radiance Retreat ⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.ameliabotanica.com/radiance-page-1] in Bali or Croatia!