The Village Podcast

In this episode Nicole welcomes special guest Sydney Porter, a birth educator and doula who embodies the grounded, divine feminine.

Sydney shares her unexpected journey into motherhood, having her first child at just 19 years old. She discusses her decision to stop taking birth control and reconnect with her body's natural rhythms and the wisdom of the womb.

Sydney's story is one of surprise, joy, and the transformative power of embracing the sacred feminine. This episode offers a holistic perspective on birthing, postpartum, and the profound experience of becoming a mother.

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Nicole sits down with YouTube star and entrepreneur Amanda Steele to discuss her journey to motherhood. Amanda shares intimate details of her unexpected pregnancy, complicated emergency c-section birth experience and daughter's time in the NICU. 

Learn about Amanda's postpartum struggles with trauma, depression and physical recovery challenges. Amanda also reflects on the support of her partner and mother and her determination to heal and continue embracing motherhood despite facing adversity.

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Nicole sits down with Sophie to discuss her powerful spiritual journey with motherhood. Sophie shares intimate details of her experiences with pregnancy, birth, miscarriage and fertility struggles as she and her husband tried for over six years to conceive their second child.Listeners learn about Sophie's healing process through writing, poetry and self-reflection as she worked to resolve past trauma and fully embrace self-love. 

Sophie also opens up about the emotional highs and lows of her IVF treatment, unique diets and holistic practices used to prepare her body for conception. For anyone experiencing infertility or seeking personal and spiritual growth, Sophie's story offers hope, wisdom and inspiration for trusting your inner strength.

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Resources Clear Passage Massage: https://clearpassage.com

Learn about HSG Test: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/22254-hysterosalpingogram

Lacey Phillips- To be Magnetic
https://tobemagnetic.com

The bean protocol

https://www.youregreat.com/the-bean-protocol

Classes at the Esalen Institute 
https://www.esalen.org/workshops/tantra-the-body-and-the-release-legends-of-lust-and-love-an-esalen-signature-series-111122

https://www.esalen.org/workshops/the-pleasure-bond-a-couples-workshop-for-replenishing-love-romance-and-playful-spirits-52823

Princess has been a birth and postpartum doula for over ten years, helping mothers through childbirth and recovery.

She founded BelliBind to fill a void in postpartum care, offering belly-binding kits and virtual support.

In this episode, she shares her own experience with an emergency C-section birth and the challenging recovery process.

She discusses adopting healing modalities from traditional Chinese medicine and other cultures to support new mothers.

Princess aims to help women honour their postpartum recovery journey through belly binding, connecting them to resources and a support community.

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Book by Princess: Belly Binding: A Simple Postpartum Ritual to Reclaim Your Body and Heal Your Spirit

Check out Mahmee

Book: The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality

Book: The Postnatal Depletion Cure: A complete guide to rebuilding your health and reclaiming your energy for mothers of newborns, toddlers and young children

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This episode features an in-depth discussion about endometriosis with Dr. Seckin, one of the world's leading endometriosis surgeons.

Dr. Seckin provides a comprehensive overview of endometriosis, how it's diagnosed, and the various treatment options. He discusses how endometriosis can affect multiple organs in the body and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

The conversation also covers topics like fertility, pregnancy, and surgical recovery. You will gain a new understanding of this common yet misunderstood disease that impacts one in ten women.

Dr. Seckin Book: The Doctor Will See You Now: Recognizing and Treating Endometriosis

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Chelsea Leyland battled severe period pain and endometriosis for over a decade, leading to frequent ER visits. Now, she openly discusses her endometriosis journey, fertility challenges, and holistic healing approaches. Chelsea champions a holistic view of women's health, focusing on hormonal balance, diet, stress management, and community support. Her goal is to normalize discussions on menstrual health and pregnancy loss, empowering women to make informed decisions for their overall well-being. Additionally, she reveals the motivation behind co-founding Looni, the supplement company dedicated to enhancing awareness and support around menstrual health.

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Dr. Elliot Berlin shares his experiences as a holistic healthcare provider supporting mothers through childbirth and beyond. He discusses his approach to chiropractic care, massage therapy, doula work, flipping babies naturally, and embracing flexibility in birth. Dr. Berlin aims to educate listeners and empower women through informed choices, addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of pregnancy, labour, and postpartum.

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Ty Haney shares her experiences as an entrepreneur building two successful brands while navigating motherhood's challenges. She opens up about the traumatic emergency c-section and near-death experience with her daughter Sonny's birth. Through storytelling and her work building the Try Your Best Platform, she aims to normalize open conversations around entrepreneurship, pregnancy, childbirth and the challenges women leaders face.⁠⁠⁠

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Join our latest podcast guest, Libby Weintraub, for this special online retreat that shares stories of loss, grief, and the journey towards healing from multiple speakers.

Libby shares her personal experience with stillbirth and the profound grief and healing journey that followed. She opens up about finding spiritual awakening even in tragedy and how tuning into her inner wisdom during pregnancy brought her peace. Libby discusses the loneliness of child loss and her mission to normalize conversations around this taboo topic. Through writing and community building, she hopes to support other parents coping with this difficult experience. Disclaimer: The information shared on The Village is personal to each guest and should not be taken as or substituted for professional medical advice in any manner. 

 Resources

⁠⁠She Was Born: Words on Loss and Liberation by Libby June Weintraub⁠⁠

⁠⁠It’s OK That You’re Not OK, Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn’t Understand by Megan Devine ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠Beyond Grief, Navigating the Journey of Pregnancy and baby loss by Pippa Vosper ⁠⁠

⁠⁠Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠Still by Emma Hansen⁠

Still Standing Magazine⁠⁠

⁠⁠Spiritual Psychology: University of Santa Monica⁠⁠

⁠Grief Support: Refuge in Grief: Megan Devine⁠⁠

⁠TEARS Foundation: TEARS is the leading organization for child loss worldwide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠Somatic Sensual Movement Therapy: Wild Body Therapy ⁠

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Dr. Alyssa Berlin discusses her journey in perinatal psychology and her passion for supporting new mothers. She shares the importance of preparing for the postpartum period through after birth planning and self-care. Dr. Berlin opens up about her own experiences with infertility and how it led her to create resources for couples transitioning to parenthood. She talks about postpartum mental health conditions like OCD, depression, and psychosis. Dr. Berlin hopes to normalize conversations around these topics and help new parents feel less alone in their experiences.

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Miranda Kerr discusses her journey as a model, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She shares the importance of rituals and self-love in her life. Miranda opens up about the loss of her boyfriend at a young age and how it shaped her perspective on life. She talks about her books and the impact she hopes to make on young women. Miranda also discusses the journey of creating KORA Organics skincare products. She shares her daily skincare routine and the intention behind each product. Finally, Miranda reflects on becoming a mother and navigating privacy in the public eye.

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In a special episode, Nicole is honored to welcome the legendary Dr. Crane, an iconic figure in obstetrics. With a career spanning over five decades, Dr. Crane's experiences and insights offer a unique perspective on childbirth, parenting, and the evolution of maternal care. From delivering celebrities to discussing the nuances of natural birth and hospital interventions, Dr. Crane shares stories that are as enlightening as they are heartwarming.

Disclaimer: The information shared on The Village is personal to each guest and should not be taken as or substituted for professional medical advice in any manner.

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Resources:⁠

DR. PAUL CRANE

BOOKS OVER HOME BIRTH

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Revolve's CBO, Raissa Gerona, shares her inspiring journey growing up as a Filipino immigrant in the USA, detailing her business successes and failures and how she got to where she is today. She also shared her growth with Revolve, which included discovering her pregnancy during a Revolve trip, managing pregnancy in the workplace, co-parenting, and finding true happiness.

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Resources for Infant Education (RIE)

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Allyson Felix is not just an Olympian; she's an icon, a beacon of change, and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to motherhood and advocating for Black Maternal Health. From her birth experience with pre-eclampsia to starting her business venturing into the world of footwear designed for women and remaining positive through it all, Allyson shares her inspiring story in this episode.

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Actress Rumer Willis joined the podcast to share her journey of becoming a mother via natural childbirth. She delves into the experience of home and water births, discusses the challenges of transitioning into motherhood for the first time, and reflects on how this transformative calling has shifted her perspective

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To Watch 'Birth Story: Ina May Gaskin and the Farm Midwives' 

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Dive into the essence of motherhood, with BUMPSUIT Founder & CEO Nicole Trunfio. From tales of labor and childbirth to the joys of parenting and challenges of post partum. In season one, we will be joined by an array of incredible guests sharing their own experiences, wisdom and learnings. Celebrate community and build a united strength, by connecting with powerful stories about our shared maternal spirit. Join us in this nurturing haven of understanding our collective force, as we hold space for the biggest transition in our lives.