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Joining Jessie on this week's episode is Amber Weakley. Amber is the Outreach Coordinator for Post Partum Support Charleston, and shares with us the many struggles of PMAD, and the impactful work that PPD Charleston offers to women.  An estimated one in five women women suffer with postpartum depression and anxiety. Some research has this ratio as shocking as one in three who endure maternal mental illnesses. To put this in perspective, that is a staggering 950,000 women in the US alone who will struggle to move into motherhood. PPD Support Charleston is a non-profit organization that exists to provide support and resources to women and their families struggling with maternal mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis during and after pregnancy. Click this link to try Instacart and support our podcast in the process. Follow Charleston Integrative on Instagram or Facebook Thanks for Listening! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8) Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

Bayly Silverman is the owner and founder of "Your Happy Nest": a nanny and babysitting agency that helps families find experienced and loving nannies, household managers and newborn specialists in Atlanta, Augusta, Charleston, and Cincinnati. As a mom to young children herself and a former nanny, she tries to use that experience as both to make the perfect match for families and nannies! In this episode Jessie and Bayly discuss the importance of finding extra support in your mom life, and how beneficial it can be knowing you're not in it alone; no matter the stage of motherhood! Check out Your Happy Nest Click this link to try Instacart and support our podcast in the process. Follow Charleston Integrative on Instagram or Facebook Thanks for Listening! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

Aubrey is a 40yo twin mom plus one to an all girl “twirlsquad”. She found herself drowning amongst a sea of postpartum anxiety after years of fertility treatments resulted in a natural pregnancy when the twins were 5mo old. Navigating new mom-life, a new positive result, and a new body- she was left spinning for new ways to connect with others & herself. [Insert a virtual community that changed everything!] She not only shed 30+ pounds, she’s stronger than ever, and has a tribe thick as thighs ;) from all over the world. Now she’s on a mission to help others realize that there’s another way to connect to each other, build community & learn to love the skin you’re in in the process. Because health starts inside and pours over everywhere else! Follow Aubrey @ For the Love of Mom Genes Click this link to try Instacart and support our podcast in the process. Follow Charleston Integrative on Instagram or Facebook Thanks for Listening! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

This episode is all about baby led weaning or, as Julie likes to say, baby led feeding.  Julie Mercadante is a speech and language pathologist and owner of Holy City Speech, based in Charleston, SC. She is so good at what she does, so if you have any questions about feeding your little one, reach out to her! Julie has 20 years of experience in this field, and this episode is packed with useful information as you are navigating the waters of feeding baby during the first year.  Here are the links from the show... NumNum Pre Spoon Beckman Tri Chew Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater Adventures in Veggieland Support our Podcast by signing up for Instacart Remember to follow us on Facebook and Instagram Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

In this episode, I discuss Emotionally Focused Therapy with Diane Arnold, EFT Certified Counselor in Charleston, SC.  This episode is very helpful for therapists who would like for information about this type of therapy, and also for couples who are stuck and in search of a type of therapy to try.   Here are the links for the resources we mention in this episode.   Attachment Theory in Practice: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with Individuals, Couples, and Families Created for Connection: The "Hold Me Tight" Guide for Christian Couples Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love The Family Collective Diane's Practice Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

In this episode, my friend Marea Parson and I use a metaphor of a polka dot umbrella to dive into the topics of generational racial trauma and racial inequality in America.   Marea is one of my oldest friends, and we are passionate about raising children who live in a society in which the dreams of MLK are realized.  We decided that it would be a good idea to tape one of our conversations about race relations in our nation and share it.  I encourage everyone to engage in conversations like this one.  For more information about Marea Parson, visit  her website You can also find her on facebook here and here. Book Recommendations From this episode... Be The Bridge: Pursuing God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation Be the Bridge Website - There are tons of great educational resources here Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

In this episode, Madisson, with Strong Worthy Mama, helps us to understand what happens in the body physically during pregnancy and delivery, and how to rehabilitate properly.  "Just because it is common, doesn't mean it is normal!"   Madisson describes a course she has created to help women bridge the gap to physical wellness after baby and beyond.  Madisson is a Physical Therapist turned stay-at-home mom.  After birthing her first child, Madisson saw the wide gap between care for a pregnant woman and care for the postpartum woman.  She has since gained her Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialty and is working to bridge this gap through education.  Madisson has created the company Strong Worthy Mama to be a place to read about postpartum issues and she also offers a postpartum course to prevent common injuries as women return to normal activities.     Here are all the links that we mention in the show.   Strong Worthy Mama on Facebook  Strong Worthy Mama Website  Postpartum Program  Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

Our guest, Amy Parker Lawson, owner of All is Well Health and Wellness Coaching discusses what motivated her to move from a career as a critical care nurse into the world of preventative nutritional care.  She ends our conversation with some great recommendations of foods that fuel a positive mood.  Links from the show... www.charlestonintegrativecounseling.com www.alliswellhealthandwellnesscoaching.com This Month's Podcast Sponsor - Island Bloom Herbals Music Sponsor - Maddie Broderick Book Recommendation - Anatomy of an Illness  By, Norman Cousins Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

Dr. Heather Rhodes joins Jessie on the podcast to chat about hormones and it's impact on our bodies! Come along for the journey of how so many things can factor into our emotional health. Heather provides a ton of great insight into how we can better understand our bodies and use things like diet and exercise to boost and encourage the more beneficial side of hormones.  Click this link to try Instacart and support our podcast in the process. Follow Charleston Integrative on Instagram or Facebook Thanks for Listening! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8) Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

In episode 17 of the Tough Mama Podcast, Clare of www.natureandnurture.love shares the importance of  support to the post-partum mom. Clare takes her "lifelong love of learning about empowered health with my wonder and awe of the natural world around us to support and help replenish new parents and families, working with nature’s remedies to nurture you." As a new mom, it can be so difficult to find balance and rest after the baby comes. Jessie and Clare discuss taking things slow, and how vital caring for yourself as a mom can better enable you to care for your family! Click this link to try Instacart and support our podcast in the process. Follow Charleston Integrative on Instagram or Facebook Thanks for Listening! Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8) Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

In this episode, certified nurse midwife Jennifer Hirchert joins me to tell her Tough Mama Story.  Jen had to overcome many hurdles to reach her goal of breastfeeding past one year, and she has made it to almost two!  This is an encouraging story of what a mom can do when she builds a support team for herself and sets her mind to something.  You are more powerful than you think, mama! For more information about the Charleston Birth Place, click here.   Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)

Marsha Cayton is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in a variety of healthcare settings.  She is passionate about creating wellness in our healthcare system. After years of practicing in medical and mental health, she noticed that we are relying on medications to treat patients and they continue to get sicker and sicker. She created SEE Alternatives, PLLC as a holistic alternative to the current way our system operates. You can find out more about Marsha and SEE Alternatives Pediatrics by visiting seealternatives.com Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=T7ZPPYCWQ3JZ8)