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Is eating before working out actually necessary? Learn how food manages exercise stress and balances your hormones.

Many people view physical training as the primary stressor on the body, but the reality is that your nutrition dictates the response. Eating before working out acts as the critical first step in a cascade that helps your body handle physical exertion. By focusing on proper pre-workout nutrition, you provide the fuel necessary to manage the physiological impact of training.

When you give your body food, it signals that resources are available, which is key for cortisol management. This approach allows you to keep progesterone levels stable rather than spiking stress hormones unnecessarily. If you are struggling with balancing hormones while maintaining a fitness routine, understanding this relationship is essential to long-term health.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Kelsey Moore on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crunchystrengthcoach/

📍 Kelsey's website and training programs – https://www.kelseemoore.com/

📍 Episode 96 with Kelsey, Nourishing Young Athletes – https://youtu.be/WBLjPPUjSC4

📍 Training for Two by Gina Conley – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0760387540?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback

📍 MamasteFit on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mamastefit/

📍 Dr. Stacy Sims, women's exercise physiology – https://www.drstacysims.com/

📍 Creatine Supplementation in Women's Health: A Lifespan Perspective, Abbie Smith-Ryan et al. – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7998865/

📍 Thorne Creatine Monohydrate – https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/creatine?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23086295444&gbraid=0AAAAADLUbJURmPCjEkY6SYs_6OpRSvqVw&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm8bTBhDWARIsAC9Hi8kgqbSAZcxZ8atNRkHNTzsf6tnBvARlOFk6rxtKejh4bJAO37tyEA0aAq_BEALw_wcB

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✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Food loads the gun and exercise pulls the trigger, the reframe that changes everything about training stress

✔️ Why fasted workouts hit women differently, and the cortisol to progesterone connection

✔️ What 20 grams of protein and 20 grams of carbohydrate before training actually looks like on a plate

✔️ Why hauling water, kneading bread, and carrying babies was always strength training

✔️ Type one versus type two muscle fibers, and why women lose their power muscles first

✔️ The exercise regimen that heals you is not always the one that sustains you

✔️ Muscle mass as the biggest buffer for your quality of life at 60, 70, and 80

✔️ Getting 12,000 to 15,000 steps a day when you are home with kids, and the walking pad case

✔️ The $50 home gym

✔️ Bringing your kids into your workout

✔️ Creatine monohydrate, protein powder, and why collagen is not doing what you think

✔️ Pelvic floor as a barrier to entry, and what to do when a PT is not accessible

✔️ Cycle syncing, or just a well written program with a de load week already built in

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Are you questioning child medication side effects? We discuss finding alternatives to standard pediatric prescriptions.

In this episode, we tackle the difficult reality of navigating pediatric health and the pressure to conform to conventional treatments. We share our personal journey of looking beyond the prescription pad to find sustainable wellness strategies. Whether you are curious about natural parenting or simply looking for a community that prioritizes long-term vitality over quick fixes, this discussion provides a space to rethink your options.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:
📍 Dana Kay on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/
📍 ADHD Thrive Institute on YouTube – ⁨@ADHDThriveInstitute⁩
📍 Dana's website – https://www.adhdthriveinstitute.com
📍 The Soaring Child Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soaring-child-thriving-with-adhd/id1619834565
📍 ADHD Thrive Institute Facebook community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/AdhdAnxietyParentSupport
📍 Medicating Normal (our earlier episode on the documentary) – https://youtu.be/4aNoSDf9lYM
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✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ Four medications by age five, and the Costco meltdown that became a turning point
✔️ Why Dana sees ADHD symptoms as signals that the body is under stress
✔️ The overdiagnosis question, and how many kids in her program she believes have true ADHD
✔️ What genetic testing actually showed about ADHD tendencies, methylation, and detox pathways
✔️ The trash can analogy, and why cumulative load matters more than any single root cause
✔️ The gut brain connection, and the kids with no digestive symptoms at all
✔️ Gluten, dairy, and artificial colors: the three she sees come up most often
✔️ Blood sugar crashes that look like attitude, and the no naked carb rule
✔️ Why a tired brain can look a lot like an ADHD brain
✔️ Screens, dopamine, and adding brain regulating activities instead of only cutting screen time
✔️ The medication conversation without the guilt, and asking how healthy the body receiving it is
✔️ Skipping the gimmicks and using lab data instead of guessing

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Understanding a women's cycle is a superpower that helps you align your daily energy with your natural rhythm.

Most school and work systems are built around a 24-hour productivity model, which mirrors the male cycle. This creates a disconnect for women who operate on a longer, more dynamic internal clock. Learning to recognize how your body changes throughout the month allows you to stop fighting against these shifts and start leaning into them for better performance.

We discuss why standard 9-to-5 expectations often fail to account for female physiology and how menstrual cycle awareness can change your approach to daily tasks. By acknowledging these natural patterns, you can plan your workload more effectively and reduce burnout. Integrating cycle syncing into your routine is about working smarter, not harder, by respecting your biology rather than ignoring it.

Subscribe for weekly hormonal health breakdowns, and comment below: how do you adjust your work schedule when your energy levels shift?

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📍 Holistic Hilda on YouTube – ⁨@HolisticHilda⁩
📍 Hilda's website – https://www.holistichilda.com
📍 The Mother Code (course + free Sunshine module) – https://www.holistichilda.com/mothercode
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📍 Nutrition and Physical Degeneration by Dr. Weston A. Price – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0916764206?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
📍 Farm Match (find local farms near you) – https://www.farmmatch.com/
📍 Dr. Jack Kruse (quantum biology) – https://jackkruse.com/
📍 Knead Your Cure Conference, Mississippi, August 14 to 15, 2026 – https://www.kneadyourcure.com/general-8
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✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ Why mothering across generations, not just with same-age friends, is the village we are missing
✔️ Doing less in a healthier rhythm, and releasing the pressure to perform
✔️ Sunrise before screen rise, and getting outside before you touch your phone
✔️ Polyphasic sleep, and why broken nights can still be restorative
✔️ Light hygiene after dark: red bulbs, blue blockers, and candlelight rhythms
✔️ Becoming a qualitarian and eating the LOST way: Local, Organic, Seasonal, Traditional
✔️ How "nutrient dense" got hijacked, and how to find real nutrient density
✔️ Trusting your body over the endless food trends and the algorithm
✔️ Living cyclically as a woman in a world built around a 24-hour "man's cycle"
✔️ Getting ahead of the meltdown with mealtime rhythm and family routine

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📍 Primal Hacker on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@primalhacker

📍 The Ketogenic Hibernation Diet by Thaddeus Owen – https://www.amazon.com/Ketogenic-Hibernation-Diet-survival-anti-aging/dp/B0BSFYR3MQ/

📍 Lights Out: Sleep, Sugar, and Survival by T.S. Wiley – https://www.amazon.com/Lights-Out-Sleep-Sugar-Survival/dp/0671038680

📍 The Last Days of Night by Graham Moore – https://www.amazon.com/The-Last-Days-of-Night-audiobook/dp/B01JSJ6QJW/

📍 f.lux blue light software (free) – https://justgetflux.com/

📍 GembaRed red & infrared light panels – https://gembared.com/

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What if the single most powerful thing you could do for your hormones, your metabolism, and your mood is free, takes five minutes, and is waiting outside your front door every morning?

Corey and Christine sit down with Thaddeus Owen, co-founder of Dream Walkers and the other half of this two-part husband-and-wife series. Thaddeus is a chemical engineer who spent seven years in pharmaceutical research before walking away from the industry, then earned a master's in holistic nutrition while trying to solve his own decades-long insomnia and anxiety. Nothing worked until he put on a pair of blue-blocking glasses in 2009 and got his light environment right. He has been teaching light, EMF, and cold since 2015, and between him and Heidi they have raised six kids. In this episode he makes the case that light is not just something you see. It is an actual drug your body is metabolizing all day long.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why the first hour after sunrise turns on testosterone and estrogen

✔️ How dawn light sets your metabolic rate and your cravings for the entire day

✔️ Why blue light at night tells your body winter is coming, so store fat

✔️ "Malilluminated" and why we do better lighting for tomatoes than for humans

✔️ You do not have to see the sun, or even have clear skies, for morning light to work

✔️ Why sunglasses, contacts, and some eye surgeries block the signal your body needs

✔️ Biphasic sleep, the Prussian school system, and who really invented Daylight Saving Time

✔️ Sleeping less in summer and more in winter, and why that is biologically correct

✔️ Nightlights, teenagers, screens, and what parents can realistically do

✔️ Rolling down your car window on the school run actually counts

✔️ Why working out at 5am under artificial light may be working against you

✔️ Meals at dawn, noon, and sunset, and letting the sun program your amino acids

✔️ How to wear blue blockers in public without feeling like a weirdo

✔️ The red refrigerator, revisited, and why never to put red bulbs in your kitchen

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📍 Women Who Run With the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés – https://www.amazon.com/Women-Who-Run-Wolves-Archetype/dp/0345409876

📍 The Queen's Code by Alison Armstrong – https://www.amazon.com/Queens-Code-Alison-Armstrong/dp/B01DAYC348/

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Christine sits down with Heidi Sime, co-founder of Dream Walkers and a circadian living coach who has worn blue-blocking glasses every single night for over eight years. Heidi didn't come from science. She's an artist with a Master of Fine Arts degree, a former welder, a mindset coach, and a mama of four who stumbled into the biohacking world through her husband Thaddeus and never looked back. In this first half of a two-part husband-and-wife series, she makes the case that light is information your body is reading every second, and that getting it right is the lowest-hanging fruit in all of health.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why the first light you see each morning sets your hormones for the entire day

✔️ "Sunrise before screen rise" and the cortisol crescendo that wakes your body gently

✔️ Why the sun is not the enemy, and how to build a "solar callus"

✔️ The surprising history of sunglasses, invented for movie sets, not the sun

✔️ What blue light after dark does to your melatonin, thyroid, and sleep

✔️ Why we're diurnal, not nocturnal, and what night-shift living costs you

✔️ The "10 before 10" morning walk and why it works

✔️ Red light in the evening, and yes, the story of the red refrigerator

✔️ How to bring your family along without going guns blazing

✔️ Standing your ground as the mama duck of your home

✔️ Why the phone in your hand is stealing the oxytocin from your arms

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What if almost everything draining you as a mother, the isolation, the touched-out exhaustion, the sense that you were never meant to do this alone, isn't a personal failing but the predictable cost of a world built against your biology?

Corey and Christine sit down with Mary Ruddick, an ancestral nutritionist and experiential anthropologist often described as a modern-day Weston A. Price. Mary never set out to work in health at all. She was training to be a marine biologist when an infection reached her brain and left her with severe nervous system damage, a condition called dysautonomia, which trickled into full disability and organ damage for roughly twelve years. After years of conventional medicine brought her close to kidney failure, she found the anthropological medical writings of the early 1900s, changed her diet and lifestyle, and slowly reversed a condition she'd been told was permanent.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why connection and safety matter more than the food on the plate

✔️ Flipping Maslow's hierarchy: relationship before food and shelter

✔️ What "peak health" actually looks like in uncolonized cultures

✔️ Why perimenopause, PMS, and painful periods are largely absent in traditional communities

✔️ Family structures where no one, ever, sleeps alone

✔️ The hormonal reason women need safety and men need to provide

✔️ Testosterone as the "statesman hormone" and why men need daily action

✔️ Vasopressin: why men bond by working for something

✔️ How babies bond differently to mothers and fathers through oxytocin

✔️ The isolation of modern motherhood and its link to postpartum depression

✔️ Rites of passage for boys and girls, and what initiation really means

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📍 Mary Ruddick's website – https://www.maryruddick.com

📍 Cows for Kids (Mary's foundation project) – https://www.maryruddick.com/cows4kids

📍 Mary on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/maryqueenofheart

📍 The Weston A. Price Foundation & the Wise Traditions Conference

📍 Nourished by Deborah McNamara – https://www.amazon.com/Nourished-Connection-Food-Caring-Everyone/dp/0995051240

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What if every meal you sit down to is meant to be a rehearsal of your faith, and the church has completely missed it?

In this episode, Corey and Christine kick off a brand new series on biblical eating and how physical health is treated in the church, starting with Andy Felton, author of Nourished by Design: A Christ-Centered Approach to Nutrition.

Andy isn't a doctor or a theologian. He began his career as a nuclear submarine officer, where seeing the sun through a periscope every few days was the norm and circadian rhythm was an afterthought. When he started battling anxiety and he and his wife faced fertility struggles, he went looking for answers, and found that nearly every health book was either secular or, on the Christian side, theologically skimpy. So he wrote the book he couldn't find.

Together they ask the questions the church has gone 2,000 years without really answering: Are Christians called to care about what they put in their bodies? Why is scripture so saturated with food, hunger, and feasting from Genesis onward? Andy makes the case that food is one of God's great object lessons, a physical thing pointing to a spiritual reality, and that our daily hunger is ultimately a hunger for God.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ How physical health is (and isn't) represented in the church, and why it dropped the ball

✔️ Whether Christians are actually called to care about what they eat

✔️ Why scripture is a story about a hungry people, from manna to the bread of life

✔️ Food as object lesson: physical things pointing to spiritual truths

✔️ The "just eat junk and meet your maker faster" objection, answered

✔️ Three meals a day as three daily reminders of our hunger for God

✔️ Fasting as a both/and practice, spiritual first and physical second

✔️ Old manna, the dietary laws, and what clean vs. unclean really meant

✔️ Are the dietary laws still binding? Hebrews 8, Romans 14, and the new covenant

✔️ What Weston A. Price's traditional cultures reveal about "unclean" foods

✔️ Blood, the Council of Jerusalem, and a surprising take on Acts 15

✔️ New manna: Jesus as the bread of life in John 6, and the temple parallel

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Nourished by Design (Andy's book) – available on Amazon

📍 Andy's website – https://www.nourishedbydesignbook.com

📍 Earlier episode with Deborah McNamara on why humans eat three times a day

📍 Corey's Christian women's book club – message her to join

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What if the reason you can't lose weight isn't your willpower, but the wrong goal entirely?

In this episode, Corey and Christine continue their weight loss series with Brenna Kennedy, a strength and conditioning coach who has spent over a decade in the fitness industry helping women, especially women over 40, break free from stubborn fat loss. Brenna grew up rough-and-tumble between two brothers in Oklahoma, started working in gyms the day she turned 16, and was three and a half years into a dietitian degree when a personal health crash sent her in a new direction. Navigating multiple autoimmune disorders of her own, she pivoted to exercise physiology, interned at Equinox in Boston, and eventually built her own coaching practice so she could help people the way the gym-floor model never let her.

Together, they get into the difference almost nobody explains: weight loss means getting the scale number down, no matter where it comes from, while fat loss means strategically holding onto muscle and shedding fat. Brenna walks through why the scale can drop six pounds and more than half of it be muscle, why "eating clean" and high-fat ancestral eating can quietly stall fat loss, and why so many women feel healthier than ever but still don't look the way they hoped. The conversation gets honest about what it really takes after 30, why most trending workouts won't preserve your muscle, and how to navigate all of it as a mom without passing diet culture on to your kids.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The real difference between weight loss and fat loss, and why it changes everything

✔️ Why you lose 3 to 8% of your muscle every year after 30 if you're not strength training

✔️ How "eat less, move more" oversimplifies what's actually happening in your body

✔️ Why "eating clean" means a hundred different things and none of them guarantee fat loss

✔️ The high-fat ancestral trap: too much fat, not enough protein or carbs, and dropping muscle

✔️ How to find your real maintenance baseline before trying to lose fat

✔️ Protein, carbs, and why cutting carbs too low costs you muscle

✔️ Body composition vs. the bathroom scale, and what DEXA and BIA scans actually measure

✔️ Why Pilates, swimming, rucking, and mobility training won't preserve muscle on their own

✔️ Strength training, bone density, and protecting against osteoporosis

✔️ Doing fat loss postpartum and breastfeeding, and how to navigate it with grace

✔️ Feeding your family nutrient-dense food without modeling diet culture at the table

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Limited Edition Training (Brenna's website) – https://www.limitededitiontraining.com

📍 Brenna on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/coachbrennak/

📍 Brenna's second handle – https://www.instagram.com/le_coachbe/

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What if everything your garden needs is already sitting in your kitchen?

In this episode, Corey and Christine welcome back Sophie Eng, author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen and the forthcoming The Nourishing Asian Homestead. The daughter of Vietnamese refugees, Sophie grew up beside her grandfather's garden, learning to ferment, compost, and work with the land long before she knew it had a name. She and her husband Tim traded Silicon Valley for six acres in California and now homestead on 40 acres off the side of a mountain in East Tennessee, where they're raising their two daughters in the traditions their family carried across an ocean.

Together, they dig into Korean Natural Farming (KNF), the centuries-old Asian approach Sophie and her whole family got certified in, built on one deceptively simple idea: feed the soil, not the plant. Sophie shares how she turns rice rinse water, leftover milk, fish scraps, and fast-growing weeds like kudzu into free, truly organic fertilizers, the same "liquid gold" her grandfather made on a tiny scale in Vietnam. The conversation gets honest about food freedom in a fragile supply chain, why a single ton of fertilizer nearly doubled in price overnight, how community is the missing half of self-sufficiency, and the real challenge of raising grounded kids in a Doritos-and-Monster world.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ What Korean Natural Farming (KNF) is and how it differs from regenerative agriculture

✔️ The core principle: healthy soil grows healthy plants, animals, and people

✔️ How to make free fertilizer from rice rinse water you'd normally pour down the drain

✔️ Lactic acid bacteria (LAB): one ferment for your gut, garden, coop, and laundry

✔️ Fermented plant juice and fish amino acids, and why kudzu is perfect for it

✔️ Indigenous microorganisms (IMO 1 through 5) and collecting wild soil microbes

✔️ Why grocery-store produce isn't as nutrient-dense as it used to be

✔️ Food freedom and breaking free from imported, supply-chain-dependent inputs

✔️ Trading milk, butter, and yogurt for hay and honey instead of cash

✔️ Simple starting points: bone broth, one daily ferment, and stretching protein with soup

✔️ Raising mature, grounded kids who choose real food over fitting in

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Sprinkle With Soil (Sophie's family blog) – https://sprinklewithsoil.com

📍 Pre-order The Nourishing Asian Homestead & shop The Nourishing Asian Kitchen – https://sprinklewithsoil.com

📍 Joy and Jolie (her daughters' organic pho spice mixes) – https://joyandjolie.com

📍 Call to Farms Podcast – https://calltofarms.com

📍 The Homesteading Agent (find & fund your homestead) – https://thehomesteadingagent.com

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You're eating clean. You're working out. So why is the scale still going up?

In this episode, Corey and Christine welcome functional nutritionist Deanna DeWitt, a women's hormone specialist who spent her late 20s and early 30s battling gut issues, anxiety, and hormone chaos before the conventional medical system left her with little more than an IBS label and a handful of prescriptions. After healing herself, she traded her fast-paced LA career for functional nutrition school and has now spent nearly a decade helping women lose weight without starving themselves, over-exercising, or counting a single calorie.

Together, they take apart the "eat less, exercise more" advice that fails most women after 35, why chronic stress signals your body to store fat for safety, and how cortisol quietly spikes blood sugar even when you're eating the cleanest diet imaginable. Deanna explains metabolic flexibility, the sugar-burner vs. fat-burner switch, and why your thyroid actually needs carbs. The conversation gets honest about calorie restriction, the keto and carnivore crash so few are talking about, 4am workouts that backfire, and how to start syncing your nutrition and movement with your cycle.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why "eat less, exercise more" stops working after your mid-30s

✔️ How chronic stress puts your body into fat-storage survival mode

✔️ The hidden link between cortisol and blood sugar (even on a clean diet)

✔️ Metabolic flexibility and the sugar-burner vs. fat-burner switch

✔️ Why your thyroid needs carbs, and the keto/carnivore crash no one talks about

✔️ Calorie restriction and why 1,500 calories may be keeping you stuck

✔️ The truth about 4am workouts and how they backfire on your hormones

✔️ Strength training vs. HIIT vs. Pilates for women's hormones

✔️ Cycle syncing your food, fasting, and movement throughout the month

✔️ Why morning sunlight is a non-negotiable metabolic reset

✔️ Blue light, circadian rhythm, and evening snacking

✔️ Navigating perimenopause and menopausal belly fat naturally

✔️ The body's "whispers" — early signs your hormones need support

🧠 More About This Episode: This episode is for every woman who's doing everything "right" and still feeling stuck, frustrated, and betrayed by her own body. It's for the mom in her late 30s and 40s wondering why the rules suddenly changed, and for anyone navigating perimenopause, weight-loss resistance, or the exhaustion of chronic stress. Practical, validating, and full of micro-habits you can start tomorrow morning.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Deanna's Nourish Program & Website – https://deannadewitt.com/

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The crunchy movement has a dogma problem, and even the homesteaders are starting to question it.

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Sarah Stutsman of Wellfolk Revival, a homesteading mom of three teen daughters in Pennsylvania who has spent nearly two decades raising chickens, milking cows, fermenting everything, and teaching community classes in her renovated garage. But Sarah comes to the conversation with a confession: she's been holding her ancestral lifestyle a little too tightly. She's reading The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, taking candle-light showers, and just last week, she bought cereal at the regular grocery store. Not the organic kind. And she's wondering if some of what she's been doing has cost her joy.

Together, they unpack the trap of "perfect" ancestral living, why Sarah is rethinking the high-fat carnivore-leaning approach as she enters her mid-40s, the truth about perimenopause (and whether the word itself is a pharmaceutical invention), and how chronic stress may be spiking our blood sugar without a single bite of food. Corey and Christine also get into the cultural addiction to busyness and self-sabotage, the power of effort-based dopamine, and why Sarah installed a landline in her farmhouse to fight the constant phone reach.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why ancestral living can become its own form of diet culture

✔️ Sarah's countercultural rhythms: candle-light showers, dry brushing, castor oil packs

✔️ Installing a landline in 2026 (and why more families are doing it)

✔️ Cory's no-baby-containers approach with her newborn

✔️ The truth about perimenopause and whether it's a modern construct

✔️ Why indigenous women historically didn't experience perimenopause

✔️ How stress alone can spike blood sugar without food

✔️ Effort-based dopamine vs. instant gratification (and why your brain needs the hard stuff)

✔️ "Power-down hours" for the whole family, including teens

✔️ Raising three daughters with one shared phone

✔️ Why busyness is its own addiction and self-sabotage is a cultural pattern

✔️ The lost art of doing hard things together (canning, processing, putting up food)

✔️ Why your friends actually want to be your burden

✔️ Sarah's Wellfolk Revival community classes and how she built them from scratch

🧠 More About This Episode:

This episode is for any mama who's deep in the crunchy world and starting to feel the weight of it, anyone questioning whether perfect ancestral living is actually serving her family, and every mom navigating the messy middle of hormonal shifts, teen daughters, and modern motherhood. It's honest, reflective, and a little bit of a permission slip.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Wellfolk Revival (Sarah's website, classes, and upcoming hormone guide) – https://www.wellfolkrevival.com

📍 Sarah on Instagram – @wellfolkrevival

📍 The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

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The fourth trimester is a lie, and your body knows it.

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down for a long-overdue catch-up after Christine's maternity leave from the podcast. Now six weeks postpartum with baby #4, Christine shares the realization that's reshaped how she thinks about motherhood: humans aren't built to bounce back. We're "carrier mammals," biologically wired to hold our underdeveloped babies for months after birth, and the cultural expectation to return to "normal" in 12 weeks is working against every instinct our bodies have.

Together, they unpack the three types of mammals (and why it matters for new moms), why Christine says it took her three full years to feel like herself after her last baby, and how doing postpartum #4 with real support, including family, a postpartum chef, and extra help in the home, opened her eyes to what previous postpartums had cost her. Corey and Christine also push back on mommy wine culture, talk about why the most chill moms they know are the ones with the biggest families, and reflect on six years of doing this podcast together.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The three types of mammals (nesting, carrier, and follower) and why humans are carriers

✔️ Why babies are essentially "born three months early" and need to be held

✔️ Christine's six-week postpartum update with baby #4

✔️ Why the fourth trimester is closer to two or three years than three months

✔️ What it's like to do postpartum with a real village vs. completely alone

✔️ Hiring a postpartum chef and why nourishment matters more than restriction

✔️ Why big-family moms are often the most joyful and relaxed

✔️ Pushing back on mommy wine culture and motherhood-as-drudgery

✔️ Corey's new cookbook What Do I Feed These Kids?, a real food cheat sheet

✔️ The launch of the Modern Ancestral Mamas website

✔️ Upcoming conferences in 2026, including Need Your Cure in Oxford, MS and Weston A. Price in DC

✔️ Why women were never meant to do postpartum alone

🧠 More About This Episode:

This episode is for any mom in the trenches of postpartum, any mother who has ever wondered why she didn't feel like herself for years after having a baby, and anyone who needs the reminder that motherhood is a calling worth celebrating, not a chore to survive. It's warm, honest, and a little nerdy about mammal biology.

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The generation raised on ultra-processed food is starting to fight back.

In this episode, Corey and Christine welcome Bishaka Chowdhury, a Gen Z health advocate and content creator behind @foodlicious444, for the third installment of their series: Gen Z and How One Generation Is Changing the Future of Food. Born in Bangladesh and raised in the U.S., Bishaka shares how growing up between two food cultures, going vegan and watching her health crash at 80 lbs, and finally returning to nutrient-dense, ancestral eating shaped her mission to wake up her generation to what's really in their food.

Together, they unpack why Gen Z is fed up with ultra-processed everything, how Bishaka's parents developed diabetes after moving to the U.S., and why her mom still drives hours to source real ingredients from her home country. Bishaka gets honest about the cultural pressure to grab fast food on every corner, the "cheat day" mindset that keeps her peers stuck, and why she thinks millennials were "the guinea pig generation" — raised on the food experiment Gen Z is now refusing to continue.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Bishaka's journey from vegan health crash to nutrient-dense eating

✔️ Growing up between Bangladeshi food culture and the standard American diet

✔️ How her parents developed diabetes after moving to the U.S.

✔️ Why traditional fats like ghee are being replaced with seed oils — even in cultural cuisine

✔️ The Seed Oil Scout app and finding real food when you eat out

✔️ Why Gen Z is "fed up" and demanding better food quality

✔️ How millennials became the guinea pig generation for ultra-processed food

✔️ Why convenience culture and fast food on every corner keep Gen Z stuck

✔️ The "cheat day" mindset and why it's keeping people sick

✔️ How to date and find like-minded partners outside the club scene

✔️ The rise of Botox, fillers, and plastic surgery in girls as young as 18

✔️ Practical first steps for parents and teens transitioning to real food

🧠 More About This Episode:

Bishaka Chowdhury is a Gen Z health advocate and content creator who shares nutrition and ancestral eating content with her growing community on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook under the handle @foodlicious444. Born in Bangladesh and raised in the U.S., Bishaka studied health sciences in college and quickly realized how little emphasis is placed on real nutrition in mainstream education. After a vegan diet left her depleted and underweight, she returned to nutrient-dense, whole-food eating and now uses her platform to help others — especially her peers — reclaim their health through real food.

This episode is for any parent raising Gen Z or Gen Alpha kids, anyone curious about how the youngest generation is reshaping food culture, and anyone who needs a reminder that whole food living doesn't require a degree — just the willingness to start. It's honest, hopeful, and a little bit feisty.

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The generation raised on ultra-processed food is starting to fight back. In this episode, Corey and Christine welcome Penelope, a Gen Z health advocate and co-founder of both the MAHA Girls account and the Step It Ups natural weight loss program, for the second installment of their series: MAHA Girls Gen Z and How One Generation Is Changing the Future of Food. From weighing 320 lbs at 15 and hiding pizza boxes from her health-conscious mom to losing 160 lbs naturally without Ozempic, surgery, or starvation, Penelope's story is a raw look at what ultra-processed food addiction really does to a teenager's body, mind, and family.

Together, they unpack how doctors and therapists told a 320 lb teenager she was "totally fine and healthy," why her therapy sessions served Swedish Fish and gummy bears to kids with anxiety and depression, and what it actually took to break free. Penelope gets honest about stealing money for DoorDash binges, the friends who enabled her eating, and the moment during lockdown when she looked in the mirror and didn't recognize herself. She also shares the simple but powerful approach that changed everything: cut the sugar and flour, make your favorite junk food at home with real ingredients, and move your body every day.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Penelope's journey from 320 lbs and pre-diabetic at 15 to losing 160 lbs naturally

✔️ How ultra-processed food addiction mirrors drug and alcohol addiction

✔️ Why her doctors, therapists, and friends all told her she was healthy at 320 lbs

✔️ The role body positivity culture played in keeping her stuck

✔️ How therapy sessions fed junk food to kids with anxiety and depression

✔️ The hidden dynamics of friends enabling food addiction

✔️ What withdrawal from sugar and flour actually looks like

✔️ How her PCOS, pre-diabetes, and depression disappeared with whole foods

✔️ Why moms speaking negatively about their own bodies deeply impacts daughters

✔️ The Ozempic Chronicles: concerns about GLP-1s being given to children

✔️ Practical advice for college students eating in campus cafeterias

✔️ How to teach kids to read ingredient labels and cook with what they have

✔️ The founding of MAHA Girls and what gives her hope for Gen Z

🧠 More About This Episode: Penelope is a Gen Z health advocate who lost 160 lbs naturally after years of ultra-processed food addiction. Born in Switzerland and raised in California, she went from being unable to walk up stairs at 15 to becoming a passionate voice for whole food living and natural weight loss. Alongside her mother Helen, a nutritional psychology expert, Penelope co-founded the Step It Ups program, helping women lose weight naturally and titrate off GLP-1 medications. She is also a co-founder of the MAHA Girls account alongside Grace and Lexi Noel, where they empower young women to ditch processed food and reclaim their health. Penelope has testified before the Arizona legislature to ban ultra-processed foods from public school lunches.

This episode is for any mom navigating a child's relationship with food, any parent wondering what the body positivity movement is really teaching their daughter, and anyone who needs to hear that dramatic health transformation is possible without drugs or deprivation. It's deeply personal, brutally honest, and full of hope.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Follow Penelope & Step It Ups – @stepitups on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube

📍 Follow MAHA Girls – @mahagirls on Instagram & TikTok

📍 Book – Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon Morell

📍 Upcoming Series – The Ozempic Chronicles on the Step It Up Podcast

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The generation raised on ultra-processed food is starting to fight back. In this episode, Corey and Christine welcome Lexi Noel, a 19-year-old Gen Z health advocate, baker, and co-founder of the MAHA Girls account, for the first installment of their new series: MAHA Girls Gen Z and How One Generation Is Changing the Future of Food. From being diagnosed with anorexia at 13 to healing through real, whole foods, Lexi's story challenges everything we've been told about what "healthy" looks like for young people.

Together, they explore what Gen Z actually grew up eating, why protein greenwashing is the new fat-free era, and how a generation glued to social media is both the problem and the solution when it comes to nutrition education. Lexi gets honest about navigating social events with her own food, the accusations that promoting real food "creates eating disorders," and what it's actually like to be the only one in your friend group who cares about ingredients.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Lexi's journey from anorexia to healing through real food

✔️ Why eating disorder clinics may be getting recovery wrong

✔️ What Gen Z actually grew up eating vs. what millennials ate

✔️ The protein greenwashing trend and why labels like "organic" aren't enough

✔️ How to navigate social situations when you eat differently

✔️ Practical swaps for going from standard American to real food

✔️ Budget-friendly tips including Dollar Tree real food finds

✔️ How teens living at home can talk to parents about healthier eating

✔️ Advice for college students in dorms with no kitchen

✔️ Why peer-to-peer health advocacy matters for Gen Z

✔️ The MAHA movement and what gives Lexi hope for the future

🧠 More About This Episode:

Lexi Noel is a Gen Z health advocate and the founder of Divine Eats, a paleo and keto bakery rooted in real, single-ingredient foods. After being diagnosed with anorexia at 13 and healing through whole food nutrition, Lexi began sharing grocery store swap videos and ingredient education on social media, building a following across Instagram and TikTok. She is also a co-founder of the MAHA Girls account alongside Grace and Penelope, where they empower young women to reclaim their health through real food and non-toxic living. Lexi and the MAHA Girls were recently featured on CNN.

This episode is for any parent raising kids in an ultra-processed world, any Gen Zer trying to eat better on a budget, and anyone who wants to understand what's actually shifting in the youngest generation's relationship with food. It's honest, practical, and full of hope.

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The way we drink is shaping how we feel… more than we realize.

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Blair Horton, creator of Holistic Rendezvous and author of Everyday Elixirs, to explore the growing shift away from alcohol and what’s replacing it. From college party culture to intentional, ingredient-driven drinks, this conversation challenges the assumption that alcohol is the only way to relax, celebrate, or connect.

Blair shares her journey from studying nutrition science to creating herbal mocktails and “elixirs” rooted in real food and seasonal ingredients. Together, they unpack why so many modern drinks are overloaded with sugar, what alcohol actually provides (and what it doesn’t), and how simple ingredients like herbs, citrus, and tea can create depth, ritual, and satisfaction without the crash.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ Why more people are drinking less alcohol
✔️ The difference between mocktails and intentional beverages
✔️ How alcohol impacts energy, stress, and daily rhythms
✔️ Why most non-alcoholic drinks are still just sugar bombs
✔️ The role of herbs, teas, and bitters in creating depth
✔️ How to build a “drink ritual” without caffeine or alcohol
✔️ Simple ways to elevate drinks using real ingredients
✔️ The surprising audience embracing these drinks (hint: kids)
✔️ Why labeling trends like “sober curious” miss the bigger picture
✔️ How to make drinks that feel special, not restrictive

🧠 More About This Episode:
Blair Horton is the creator behind Holistic Rendezvous, where she shares beautifully crafted, ingredient-focused drinks designed to elevate everyday rituals. With a background in holistic nutrition and a passion for seasonal living, Blair’s work blends wellness, creativity, and practicality, helping people rethink what they reach for in their glass.

This episode reframes the role of alcohol entirely. Instead of asking what to remove, it focuses on what to replace it with. For anyone feeling burnt out, overstimulated, or simply wanting something better, this conversation offers a more grounded, intentional approach to how we drink.

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What most moms are eating after birth is actually making recovery harder.

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with postpartum chef Alana Speed to unpack one of the most overlooked pieces of postpartum recovery: nourishment. From surviving on snacks and skipping meals to the pressure to “bounce back,” this conversation challenges the modern approach to postpartum and reveals why so many moms feel depleted, exhausted, and unsupported.

Alana shares her experience working directly with postpartum women and explains why eating enough, especially in those first 40 days, can make or break recovery. Together, they explore the role of warm, nutrient-dense foods, the impact of stress on milk supply and healing, and why the cultural loss of postpartum care is leaving women to struggle through one of the most demanding seasons of life.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why most moms are under-eating postpartum

✔️ The connection between calories, milk supply, and recovery

✔️ Why stress may be more harmful than specific foods

✔️ The problem with cutting out foods like dairy or gluten too soon

✔️ What traditional cultures get right about the first 40 days

✔️ The role of warm, easy-to-digest meals in healing

✔️ Why “bouncing back” can do more harm than good

✔️ Simple ways to prepare meals before baby arrives

✔️ How to build community support during postpartum

✔️ What an ideal postpartum experience could actually look like

🧠 More About This Episode:

Alana Speed is a postpartum chef based in the DFW area who specializes in preparing nutrient-dense, supportive meals for mothers during the first weeks after birth. With a background in health coaching and a deep focus on women’s health, her work is centered on helping moms recover physically, emotionally, and nutritionally during one of the most critical windows of their lives.

This episode reframes postpartum entirely. Instead of something to “get through,” it becomes a season that requires intentional care, nourishment, and support. For moms who feel depleted, overwhelmed, or unsure how to properly recover, this conversation offers both clarity and practical direction.

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What if your exhaustion isn’t just part of motherhood… but a sign your body is asking for help?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Kristen Files, adrenal expert and founder of Forest Creek Wellness, to unpack what’s really behind the constant fatigue so many moms are experiencing. From “mom burnout” to brain fog, low motivation, and that feeling of being only half yourself, this conversation challenges the idea that exhaustion is just something you have to push through.

Kristen shares her own story of severe burnout and recovery, and explains how what we often label as emotional or mental overwhelm may actually be rooted in physical imbalances, especially within the body’s stress response system. Together, they explore how modern life, blood sugar swings, lack of rest, and constant low-level stress are quietly draining women’s energy, and what can actually be done to rebuild it.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The difference between “normal tired” and true burnout

✔️ What adrenal dysfunction (HPA axis dysregulation) actually is

✔️ Why you might feel like a “half version” of yourself

✔️ The connection between blood sugar, cortisol, and energy crashes

✔️ How burnout is often misdiagnosed as depression or anxiety

✔️ Why coffee, sugar, and quick fixes can make things worse

✔️ The role of protein, minerals, and whole foods in recovery

✔️ Why walking and nervous system regulation matter more than intense workouts

✔️ The hidden impact of isolation and lack of community on moms

✔️ Why some restrictive diets may harm women long-term

🧠 More About This Episode:

Kristen Files is a nutritional therapy practitioner and adrenal health specialist who helps women uncover the root causes of fatigue, hormone imbalance, and burnout. After experiencing severe exhaustion during her own years of motherhood, she dedicated her work to helping others restore their energy through targeted nutrition, lifestyle changes, and functional testing. Through her practice, Forest Creek Wellness, she works with women to rebuild resilience and move from survival mode back to true vitality.

This episode reframes burnout entirely. Instead of something to push through or “manage,” it may be a signal from the body that something deeper needs attention. For moms who feel constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves, this conversation offers both clarity and a path forward.

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What if everything you’ve been told about pork being “unclean” is missing the bigger picture?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Charles Mayfield of Farrow Skincare to unpack one of the most misunderstood foods in the modern health space. From viral claims about pork being toxic to long-standing religious and cultural beliefs, this conversation digs into where those ideas came from and whether they actually hold up. Charles brings a rare perspective as someone who has raised pigs, studied their history, and built a business around their benefits, both nutritionally and even for skin health.

Together, they explore what makes pork truly nourishing, what went wrong in the modern food system, and how to think more clearly about the meat you’re feeding your family.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Is pork actually bad for you, or just poorly raised today?

✔️ The real difference between pasture-raised pork and grocery store pork

✔️ Why pigs have been a foundational food source throughout human history

✔️ The truth about parasites, toxins, and “dirty meat” claims

✔️ How modern farming practices changed the quality of pork

✔️ Why our ancestors relied heavily on pork for survival and nourishment

✔️ Proper ways to prepare pork, from curing to cooking

✔️ The surprising role pigs have played in medicine, exploration, and civilization

✔️ Breaking down labels like “organic,” “humanely raised,” and “vegetarian-fed”

🧠 More About This Episode:

Charles Mayfield is a father, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and risk management strategist. He is the founder of Farrow Skincare, an animal fat-based skincare brand that launched following his unique experience as a regenerative farmer and health enthusiast. Through his work, Charles has become a strong voice in the movement to restore traditional food systems, challenge modern health narratives, and reconnect families with truly nourishing sources of food. This episode challenges common assumptions and invites listeners to rethink what “clean” food really means, and how much of what we believe is shaped by modern systems rather than ancestral wisdom.

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What happens when the world of “healthy eating” becomes so confusing that we stop trusting our own bodies?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Chef James Barry of Eat Pluck to unpack one of the biggest problems in modern health: we’ve outsourced our instincts. From carnivore to vegan, keto to “clean eating,” the conversation explores why so many diets seem to work at first, why they often fail over time, and what it actually looks like to come back to a more grounded, human way of eating.

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James shares how years in the health and wellness world shifted his perspective from rigid protocols to something far simpler and more challenging: listening. They talk about the breakdown of our natural hunger cues, how ultra-processed foods disrupt our biology, and why “flavor no longer equals nutrition” in the modern food system. The conversation also moves into family life, exploring how parents can navigate food, connection, and boundaries without falling into control, conflict, or confusion.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why every diet works… until it doesn’t

✔️ How modern food is disrupting our natural hunger and fullness cues

✔️ The difference between real food and engineered flavor

✔️ Why your body may be giving you signals you’re ignoring

✔️ The problem with rigid food rules and diet dogma

✔️ Food vs connection: are we confusing the two?

✔️ How to approach family meals without power struggles

✔️ Why kids need a voice at the table, not control of it

✔️ The role of mindfulness in how we eat, not just what we eat

✔️ Practical ways to simplify food and reduce stress in the home

🧠 More About This Episode:

Chef James Barry is a classically trained chef and the founder of Eat Pluck, a seasoning blend designed to make organ meats more accessible. After more than two decades in the food and health world, his approach has shifted away from strict dietary labels and toward helping people reconnect with their body’s natural signals and intuition around food.

This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, stuck in cycles of trying different diets, or unsure how to feed their family in a way that actually works long term. It’s a grounded conversation about stepping out of confusion and back into clarity.

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What happens when a mother is told there may be no hope for her child, and starts looking beyond modern medicine for answers?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Bethany Van Der Harst of Van Der Harst Homestead to talk about trauma, chronic illness, nervous system dysregulation, and the long road of healing. Bethany shares her family’s extraordinary story after her son survived a self-inflicted gunshot wound, lost his sight, later battled COVID, bacterial meningitis, and sepsis, and faced severe neurological and memory challenges that left doctors with few clear answers.

Bethany explains how that journey led her deep into the world of microbiome restoration, nervous system support, ancestral nutrition, sunlight, grounding, rhythm, and what she calls the Ancestral Regeneration Protocol. She shares why she believes so many modern health struggles are rooted in a profound disconnection from nature, and why healing often begins by making the body feel safe again.

They explore how these ideas apply not only to severe illness, but also to modern motherhood, family rhythms, emotional regulation, and the everyday ways women and children are being shaped by the pace and pressures of modern life.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Bethany Van Der Harst’s story of walking her son through devastating trauma and complex illness

✔️ What happened after her son lost his sight and later developed major neurological symptoms

✔️ How COVID, bacterial meningitis, and sepsis affected his health and recovery

✔️ The connection between the microbiome, nervous system, and chronic symptoms

✔️ What dysautonomia, POTS, mast cell activation, and chronic fatigue can look like

✔️ Why Bethany believes many modern illnesses are rooted in disconnection from nature

✔️ The nutritional strategies she used, including meat stock, ferments, and cultured dairy

✔️ What “die-off” can look like when changing the microbiome

✔️ How sunlight, grounding, rhythm, reverence, and rest support healing

✔️ Bethany’s Ancestral Regeneration Protocol and why she offers it freely to others

🧠 More About This Episode: Bethany Van Der Harst is the founder of Van Der Harst Homestead and the creator of the Ancestral Regeneration Protocol, a free resource and support community focused on helping people rebuild health through ancestral nutrition, nervous system support, and reconnection with nature.

This episode is especially for mothers walking through chronic illness, parents caring for children with complex needs, and anyone who has been told that healing is unlikely or impossible. Bethany’s story is a reminder that even when the road is long, the body was made to move toward repair when given the right support.

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What happens when a doctor raises ethical concerns about a medical policy and loses his job?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with bioethicist and physician Dr. Aaron Kheriaty to discuss what happened after he challenged COVID vaccine mandates at his university. What began as a debate about workplace policy quickly became a national conversation about medical ethics, informed consent, and the role of public institutions during a public health crisis.

Dr. Kheriaty shares the story of his dismissal from the University of California system after refusing the COVID vaccine mandate on medical and ethical grounds. Drawing from his experience as a psychiatrist and bioethics scholar, he explains why he believed the mandate raised serious concerns about medical autonomy, natural immunity, and the doctor–patient relationship.

This conversation is not about telling people what medical decisions they should make. It is about examining the ethical framework behind modern medicine. What should informed consent actually look like? What role should institutions play in personal medical decisions? And what lessons should we carry forward from the COVID era?

Corey and Christine explore how these questions affect families, parents, and anyone trying to navigate a healthcare system that often feels complex and difficult to question.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Dr. Aaron Kheriaty’s story of being fired after challenging a vaccine mandate

✔️ The role of informed consent in modern medicine

✔️ Why natural immunity became a controversial topic during COVID

✔️ How public health policies are developed and enforced

✔️ The ethical questions surrounding medical mandates

✔️ The relationship between physicians, institutions, and patient autonomy

✔️ Why some doctors spoke out during the pandemic

✔️ How the COVID era reshaped public trust in medicine

✔️ What families should consider when navigating medical decisions

✔️ The broader conversation about medical freedom and responsibility

🧠 More About This Episode:

Dr. Aaron Kheriaty is a physician, psychiatrist, and medical ethicist who previously served as Director of the Medical Ethics Program at the University of California, Irvine. During the COVID pandemic, he challenged the university’s vaccine mandate policy and was ultimately dismissed from his position.

His experience sparked a broader discussion about medical mandates, natural immunity, and the balance between public health policy and individual rights. Dr. Kheriaty now continues to write and speak about medical ethics, institutional power, and the lessons learned from the COVID era.

Whether you are a parent making decisions for your family, someone interested in medical ethics, or simply trying to better understand the debates that emerged during the pandemic, this episode offers thoughtful perspective on a complicated moment in recent history.

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What if the symptoms people experience when trying to stop psychiatric medications are not a relapse of mental illness at all, but withdrawal?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Nicole Lamberson and Lynn Cunningham from the film Medicatinɡ Normal to talk about a hidden reality affecting millions of people: psychiatric drug dependence and withdrawal. What begins as a prescription for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, or postpartum struggles can quietly become something much harder to leave behind.

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Nicole and Lynn share their personal stories of being prescribed psychiatric medications, the severe withdrawal symptoms they experienced when trying to stop, and why so many patients discover too late that coming off these drugs can be far more complicated than they were told. They also explain how withdrawal symptoms can mimic mental illness, which often leads doctors to increase medications rather than recognize what is happening.

This conversation is not about shaming medication or telling people what choices they should make. It is about informed consent. What should patients actually know before starting psychiatric drugs? Why is tapering off them so difficult for some people? And what questions should families ask before beginning treatment?

If you or someone you love has ever been prescribed antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, ADHD drugs, or sleep medications, this episode sheds light on a conversation that is only just beginning to reach the public.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The real experiences behind the documentary Medicatinɡ Normal

✔️ How psychiatric medications are commonly prescribed and why many people stay on them long term

✔️ Why withdrawal symptoms are often mistaken for a return of mental illness

✔️ What patients are rarely told about dependence and tapering

✔️ How quickly medications can become difficult to stop

✔️ The difference between relapse and withdrawal symptoms

✔️ Why medical training often does not include clear tapering protocols

✔️ The emotional and physical toll withdrawal can take on individuals and families

✔️ What informed consent should look like before starting psychiatric drugs

✔️ Why this issue is affecting more people than most realize

🧠 More About This Episode:

Nicole Lamberson and Lynn Cunningham are patient advocates featured in the documentary Medicatinɡ Normal (https://medicatingnormal.com), a film that explores the growing issue of psychiatric drug injury, dependence, and withdrawal. Through their advocacy work, they aim to raise awareness about the importance of informed consent and to support individuals navigating psychiatric medication withdrawal.

The film brings together patients, doctors, and researchers to examine how psychiatric medications are prescribed, why withdrawal can be so severe for some people, and what changes may be needed in the medical system to better support patients.

Whether you are someone who has taken psychiatric medication, a parent trying to make informed decisions for your family, or simply someone interested in understanding this complex topic more clearly, this episode offers perspective and an important starting point for the conversation.

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What are those “weird” little pellets at the health food store? They're actually part of a full system of medicine that’s been used worldwide for 200+ years.

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Paola Brown, president and founder of Americans for Homeopathy Choice, to break down Homeopathy 101 in plain English. What is homeopathy, how does it work, and when does it actually make sense to use it with your family?

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Paola also shares her personal healing story, including the terrifying “options” she was offered for chronic bladder pain, and why homeopathy became the turning point when everything else fell short. If you’re curious, skeptical, or just tired of feeling like you have to choose between “do nothing” and harsh pharmaceuticals, this conversation will give you clarity and a practical starting point.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ What homeopathy is (and why it’s not the same as “home remedies”)
✔️ The basic principle behind it: “like cures like”
✔️ What 6C, 30C, and 200C actually mean
✔️ Classical homeopathy vs constitutional remedies vs acute support
✔️ How to choose a remedy by observing symptoms and patterns
✔️ What to keep in a starter homeopathy kit
✔️ When you should consider working with a practitioner
✔️ How Paola used homeopathy through years of chronic illness
✔️ Why access to homeopathy is being threatened in the U.S.
✔️ HR 750 and what it could mean for families

🧠 More About This Episode:
Paola Brown is the president and founder of Americans for Homeopathy Choice, a national organization working to protect consumer access to safe, high-quality homeopathic medicines. She also creates family-friendly health science curriculum that teaches kids how to think clearly about health, medicine, and informed consent. Take action: Support HR 750 (quick message to Congress) homeopathychoice.org

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What if pediatric cancer support did not have to mean choosing between the hospital and the holistic tools that can help your child stay strong?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Season Johnson (https://www.seasonjohnson.com/), functional practitioner, founder of the nonprofit Kick Cancer (https://kickcancermovement.org/), and owner of Biodynamic Wellness (https://biodynamicwellness.com/) in San Diego, to talk about one of the most terrifying realities a parent can face: a childhood cancer diagnosis. Season shares her family’s story of walking her son through acute lymphoblastic leukemia, what she learned inside the conventional system, and the practical ways parents can support nutrition, detox pathways, and quality of life alongside treatment.

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Season opens up about the shock of diagnosis as a holistic mom, the emotional whiplash of hospital life, and why so many parents feel powerless, then shows exactly where parents can take their power back. From the foods she prioritized and the hospital food she refused, to gentle at home therapies that support the liver, lymph, appetite, and nausea, this conversation is packed with tangible tools and real hope without sugarcoating how hard this road can be.

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Season’s son’s leukemia diagnosis and what treatment actually looked like

✔️ Why nutrition matters during chemo and what to focus on first

✔️ The ultimate healing food debate: organ meats vs bone broth

✔️ How chemo can change taste buds, cravings, and appetite in kids

✔️ What to do when nausea hits and your child will not eat

✔️ Gentle detox support that can be done at home, including castor oil packs, baths, and red light

✔️ Why supporting the lymphatic system matters, including movement, dry brushing, and rebounding

✔️ Methylation and detox pathways: what parents should understand

✔️ How to advocate in the hospital without getting steamrolled

✔️ The hard truth about pediatric cancer care, compliance pressure, and parent rights

✔️ Kick Cancer and the resources helping families support kids through treatment

✔️ A grounding mindset for survival: live 15 minutes at a time

🧠 More About This Episode:

Season Johnson(https://www.seasonjohnson.com/) is a functional practitioner who specializes in root cause support for families navigating cancer, especially pediatric cancer. After her son was diagnosed with leukemia just before his third birthday, Season was thrust into a world she never expected to enter and began building a bridge between conventional treatment and foundational healing support at home. Through Kick Cancer (https://kickcancermovement.org/), she equips families with practical tools to reduce suffering, support resilience, and help kids keep living like kids.

If you are a parent facing pediatric cancer, supporting someone who is, or you have ever wondered what integrative care can look like during treatment, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a stronger sense of what is possible.

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What if childhood eczema isn’t a skin problem at all, but the body’s first warning sign that something deeper is off?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with holistic pediatrician Dr. Ana-Marie Temple (https://www.dranamaria.com/) to unpack what’s really driving the dramatic rise in childhood eczema. From early antibiotic exposure and gut disruption to food sensitivities, stress, and the cycle of topical steroids, this conversation reframes eczema as a whole-body issue rather than something to simply “manage” on the surface.

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Dr. Temple shares her journey as a traditionally trained pediatrician who changed the way she practiced medicine after watching her own children struggle with chronic illness. Together, Corey, Christine, and Dr. Temple explore why so many parents feel dismissed, why “they’ll grow out of it” can be a dangerous narrative, and what it actually looks like to support healing from the inside out without chasing every new remedy or playing “eczema whack-a-mole.”

📚 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why eczema is often the first sign of deeper inflammation

✔️ The connection between antibiotics, reflux meds, and eczema in babies

✔️ How gut health, food sensitivities, and sugar impact skin

✔️ Why topical steroids work fast but often don’t resolve the root issue

✔️ The long-term risks of untreated inflammation

✔️ How stress in pregnancy and early childhood affects eczema

✔️ Why many kids don’t truly “outgrow” eczema

✔️ What to do first when eczema shows up

✔️ A realistic, step-by-step approach to healing without overwhelm

✔️ How to bring spouses and skeptical partners on board without power struggles

🧠 More About This Episode: Dr. Ana-Marie Temple is a holistic pediatrician who specializes in identifying the root causes of chronic childhood conditions, especially eczema. In this conversation, she explains why modern approaches often focus on symptom suppression instead of healing, and how parents can create meaningful change through food, lifestyle, and targeted support rather than endless creams and medications.

Whether you’re dealing with infant eczema, recurring flare-ups in older kids, or you’ve been told to “wait it out,” this episode offers clarity, validation, and a hopeful path forward for families who want more than temporary fixes.

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What if the problem isn’t that your kids can’t focus, but that we’re asking them to learn in ways their brains were never designed for?

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with homeschooling mentor, educator, and author Julie Bogart to challenge some of the most deeply ingrained assumptions about learning, attention, discipline, and “doing enough.” From the surprising truth about children’s attention spans to why pressure actually shuts learning down, this conversation is both deeply freeing and radically practical for parents navigating education at home or alongside traditional school.

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Julie shares decades of wisdom from raising and homeschooling five children, including why short lessons beat long ones, how to support neurodivergent kids without burning everyone out, and why relationship, not rigor, is the true foundation of learning. Corey and Christine also explore how fear-based schooling, nagging, and performance pressure impact kids long term, and what it looks like to raise curious, resilient learners without constant power struggles.

📚 Books Mentioned!

📍 The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart

📍 Raising Critical Thinkers by Julie Bogart

📍 Help! My Kid Hates Writing by Julie Bogart

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why a child’s true attention span is “age + one minute”

✔️ The myth that longer lessons equal better learning

✔️ How pressure trains kids to disengage and shut down

✔️ Why short, focused lessons work better for ADHD kids

✔️ Homeschooling then vs. now and what’s been lost

✔️ Fear-based education vs. curiosity-driven learning

✔️ Rotating attention between kids instead of doing all subjects, all kids, every day

✔️ How to stop nagging and start building cooperation

✔️ Why relationship is the missing “R” in education

✔️ Helping kids love learning again without lowering standards

🧠 More About This Episode:

Julie Bogart is the founder of Brave Writer and a longtime voice in the homeschooling world, known for helping parents trust themselves, trust their children, and build learning environments rooted in connection and curiosity. In this conversation, Julie breaks down why so many modern parents feel overwhelmed and inadequate, and how stepping back, simplifying, and leading with relationship can transform both learning and family life.

Whether you homeschool full time, part time, or simply want a healthier relationship with school and learning in your home, this episode offers a powerful reframing of what education can look like when pressure is replaced with trust.

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What if the “clean beauty” aisle is one of the most misleading places in the entire wellness world? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Emilie Toups, founder of Toups & Co., to talk about what is actually hiding in makeup and skincare, why the word “fragrance” is a massive loophole, and how to simplify your routine without sacrificing healthy, glowing skin.

Emilie shares her origin story of making tallow skincare at home to help her daughter’s severe eczema, what she learned about healing from the inside out, and the 3 ingredients she believes every family should avoid. They also get into teen skincare trends, pregnancy-safe products, and why stress and perfectionism can be more toxic than the occasional less-than-perfect ingredient.

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📍 Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride (referenced as part of Emilie's healing journey)

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The “fragrance” loophole and why it can hide thousands of chemicals

✔️ The top ingredients to avoid: fragrance, parabens, and phthalates

\✔️ Why “clean” and “natural” are not regulated terms

✔️ How to read an ingredient label without getting overwhelmed

✔️ EWG ratings: what’s helpful, what isn’t, and how to use it wisely

✔️ Organic ingredients in skincare: when it matters and why

✔️ Seed oils in skincare: the nuance between conventional and organic, cold-pressed

✔️ Pregnancy-safe skincare and essential oils, plus why dilution matters

✔️ A simple skincare routine that actually works for busy moms

✔️ Teen acne, hygiene habits, and how to approach makeup without fear

✔️ Why skin issues can be your body’s “last resort” signal that something needs attention

🧠 More About This Episode:

Emilie Toups is the founder of Toups & Co., one of the early non-toxic beauty brands in the US. She started by making tallow skincare in 2013 after her young daughter developed severe eczema, and that journey led her deep into food, gut healing, and ingredient education. In this conversation, Emilie breaks down the greenwashing in modern skincare, explains why ingredient lists are the only thing you can trust, and shares practical ways to clean up your family’s personal care products without spiraling into analysis paralysis. Corey and Christine also talk with Emilie about teens and TikTok skincare culture, what “pregnancy safe” really means, and why a calm, simple approach often wins long-term.

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Why does modern parenting feel so overwhelming, exhausting, and lonely, even when we are doing everything “right”? In this episode, Corey and Christine dive deep into what has quietly changed about childhood, parenting, and family life over the last decade. From screen saturation to over-scheduling, they explore why so many kids are struggling today and how a simple return to nature, play, and trust can radically shift family dynamics. This conversation is a hopeful reminder that small, intentional changes can lead to calmer homes, more resilient kids, and a more enjoyable motherhood.

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📍 1000 Hours Outside: Activities to Match Screen Time with Green Time - https://www.amazon.com/1000-Hours-Outside-Activities-Screen/dp/0744063620

📍 Until the Streetlights Come On: How a Return to Play Brightens Our Present and Prepares Kids for an Uncertain Future - https://www.amazon.com/Until-Streetlights-Come-Brightens-Uncertain/dp/1540903400

📍 Homeschooling: You’re Doing It Right Just by Doing It - https://www.amazon.com/Homeschooling-Youre-Doing-Right-Just/dp/1540903419

📍 How to Raise a Wild Child: The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature - https://www.amazon.com/How-Raise-Wild-Child-Science/dp/0544705297

📍 Balanced and Barefoot - https://www.amazon.com/Balanced-Barefoot-How-Unrestricted-Outdoor/dp/1626253730

📍 Free to Learn - https://www.amazon.com/Free-Learn-Unleashing-Instinct-Self-Reliant/dp/0465084990/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

📍 Free to Fly: The Secret to Fostering Independence in the Next Generation - https://www.amazon.com/Free-Fly-Fostering-Independence-Generation/dp/1637633777/

📍 The Self-Driven Child - https://www.amazon.com/Self-Driven-Child-Science-Giving-Control/dp/0735222525/

📍 What Time Is Noon? - https://www.amazon.com/What-Time-Noon-Ridiculous-Not-So-Subtle/dp/1682689247/

📍 Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling - https://www.amazon.com/Dumbing-Us-Down-Curriculum-Compulsory/dp/0865714487

📍 Teach Your Own: The John Holt Book of Homeschooling - https://www.amazon.com/Teach-Your-Own-John-Homeschooling/dp/B0080R3NWW

📍 Ready or Not: Preparing Our Kids to Thrive in an Uncertain and Rapidly Changing World - https://www.amazon.com/Ready-Not-Preparing-Uncertain-Changing/dp/006265778X

📍 Free-Range Kids: How to Raise Safe, Self-Reliant Children (Without Going Nuts with Worry) - https://www.amazon.com/Free-Range-Raise-Self-Reliant-Children-Without/dp/0470574755

📍 Glow Kids: How Screen Addiction Is Hijacking Our Kids (and How to Break the Trance) - https://www.amazon.com/Glow-Kids-Screen-Addiction-Hijacking/dp/1250097991

📍 The Comfort Crisis - https://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Crisis-Embrace-Discomfort-Reclaim/dp/0593138767

📍 There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather - https://www.amazon.com/Theres-Such-Thing-Bad-Weather/dp/B087NJ5MFK/

📍 Outdoor Kids in an Inside World - https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Kids-Inside-World-Radically/dp/B09P8YJMGJ

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✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why parenting feels harder now than it did a generation ago

✔️ How lack of outdoor play impacts mental, emotional, and physical development

✔️ The science behind nature, movement, and resilient brains

✔️ Why kids need boredom, risk, and free play to thrive

✔️ The long-term effects of screens on childhood and family life

✔️ How time outside supports nervous system regulation for kids and parents

✔️ Trusting your children and fostering independence in a fearful culture

✔️ Simple ways to reclaim calmer days without adding more to your plate

🧠 More About This Episode:

This episode weaves together personal stories, developmental science, and cultural insight to help parents better understand what kids actually need in a rapidly changing world. Corey and Christine reflect on how parenting norms shifted after the rise of smartphones and constant connectivity, and why many traditional approaches no longer serve families well. With a strong emphasis on outdoor time, free play, and relational connection, this conversation offers practical encouragement for parents who want to raise capable, grounded kids without burnout.

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How are things really going behind the scenes? In this Behind-the-Mic episode, Corey and Christine sit down together (just the two of them!) to share long-awaited updates, a major life announcement, and the future direction of Modern Ancestral Mamas. From homeschooling realities to evolving creative capacity to the surprising story of how the podcast pause happened, this episode is a warm, honest catch-up from two moms navigating a very full season.

Christine shares her big news (spoiler: baby #4!), Corey gives an inside look at homeschooling older grades, and together they reflect on what this community means to them, and how they’re restructuring the show so they can continue creating high-quality, meaningful content without burning out.

Plus: holiday traditions, Christmas School ideas, their annual Hot Drinks Party, and the new ways listeners can support the show as it grows into the next chapter.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Christine’s pregnancy announcement + navigating low-capacity seasons

✔️ Corey’s real-life homeschooling update: older grades, workload & rhythms

✔️ Why the podcast unexpectedly paused — and what’s changing moving forward

✔️ How hiring an editor transformed the show (and why it’s necessary)

✔️ Why the MAM community has meant so much during their break

✔️ The launch of Patreon + what’s coming for members

✔️ How sponsorships actually work and why they’re selective

✔️ Christmas School ideas: books, crafts, traditions & Advent favorites

✔️ Behind the scenes of their annual Hot Drinks Holiday Party

✔️ Upcoming speaking events + plans for 2026 content

🧠 More About This Episode:

This heart-to-heart episode gives listeners a warm, honest look at what Corey and Christine have been navigating personally and creatively this year — from pregnancy and homeschooling, to carving out margin, to dreaming bigger for the podcast. They share why this community matters so deeply, how much your messages have kept the show alive, and their plan to build a sustainable, high-quality podcast for the long haul.

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How do we raise kids who love real food and understand how it shapes their mood, focus, and resilience? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Ali Miller, registered dietitian and author of Naturally Nourished Kids and The Anti-Anxiety Diet, to explore how food truly acts as medicine for both body and mind. From navigating picky eaters to supporting anxious teens, Ali breaks down how nutrient-dense foods can transform the way our kids think, feel, and grow.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Practical tips for feeding picky eaters without becoming a short-order cook

✔️ Why early introduction of savory flavors helps prevent “sweet-only” palates

✔️ Baby-led weaning vs. purees, what the science (and real life) says

✔️ The truth about salt, sugar, and snacks in childhood nutrition

✔️ How chewing impacts jaw development, focus, and brain oxygenation

✔️ Using food to prevent anxiety, mood swings, and burnout in kids and teens

✔️ Creating peaceful, screen-free kitchen spaces that inspire connection

✔️ How to model joyful eating and resilience in your home

🧠 More About This Episode:

Ali Miller is a registered dietitian, functional medicine expert, and the author of Naturally Nourished Kids and The Anti-Anxiety Diet. With over a decade of clinical experience and a passion for teaching families how to use food as medicine, Ali offers practical, empowering guidance for moms who want to nourish their kids without the overwhelm. From baby-led weaning to balancing teen hormones, this episode dives deep into how whole foods support healthy brains, strong bodies, and calmer homes.

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How can we raise strong, resilient kids who thrive in sports and everyday life? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Jenny McGruther—author of The Nourished Kitchen and longtime voice in the ancestral food space—to talk about fueling young athletes with real food, not packaged snacks and sports drinks. From sideline snack culture to teen appetites that rival grown men, Jenny shares her lived experience raising two kids—one now a college-aged athlete—on nutrient-dense, traditional foods.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The cultural norm of junky post-game snacks—and how to handle it with grace

✔️ Nourishing breakfasts and game-day meals that actually fuel performance

✔️ How teens’ growing bodies demand huge amounts of nutrient-dense food

✔️ Travel hacks: feeding kids well during hotel stays and tournaments

✔️ Why beets, switchel, and even chocolate milk support recovery and stamina

✔️ The role of family meals in connection, identity, and long-term health

✔️ Injury recovery: nutrients that strengthen bones and speed healing

✔️ What decades of real food taught Jenny about health outcomes in her kids

🧠 More About This Episode: Jenny McGruther is the creator of [Nourished Kitchen] (https://nourishedkitchen.com), a blog dedicated to traditional foods and heritage cooking.

She is also the author of three cookbooks: The Nourished Kitchen, Broth & Stock, and Vibrant Botanicals. With two decades of experience feeding her family real food—from toddlers to teen athletes—Jenny offers both wisdom and practical strategies for moms who want to raise healthy kids without losing their sanity. Whether you’re packing snacks for youth soccer or stocking the freezer for a hungry varsity athlete, this conversation is packed with ideas and encouragement.

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📍 Nourished Kitchen – https://nourishedkitchen.com

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How can we raise kids who thrive in sports without falling into cycles of junk snacks, pressure, or burnout? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with guest Christina Schindler to unpack her years of experience raising three kids through youth sports, high school teams, and now college athletics. Together, they dive into what really fuels performance, how to navigate the culture around snacks and team traditions, and why food choices matter just as much for emotional health as they do for physical stamina.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The snack culture of youth sports—and how to set healthier standards

✔️ Why travel and college athletics demand a new approach to fueling

✔️ Teaching kids balance: letting them participate socially without sacrificing health

✔️ What Europe gets right about inclusivity in sports (and how the U.S. can learn)

✔️ How family meals anchor athletes through busy training schedules

✔️ The impact of processed foods on mood, focus, and recovery

✔️ Simple, nourishing pre- and post-game meal ideas

✔️ The role of parents and coaches in shaping food culture on teams

🧠 More About This Episode:

Christina Schindler is co-owner of the Modern Stone Age Kitchen, a restaurant focused on real, traditionally-prepared foods. She and her husband Bill have raised three children through every stage of athletics—from peewee soccer to dual-sport college competition. In this conversation, Christina shares candid lessons on setting boundaries, handling social pressures around junk food, and creating meals that keep athletes strong without adding stress for parents. Whether your child is just starting in local leagues or navigating the demands of high-level sports, this episode offers insight and strategies to support both performance and family well-being.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com (use code MAM10 for 10% off)

📍 For Nutrient’s Sake Cookbooks – https://www.fornutrientssake.com (use code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Seatopia Seafood – https://seatopia.fish (use code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off)

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Many parents wonder: how do I help my child perform at their best without falling into the traps of processed sports drinks, diet culture, or burnout? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome strength and conditioning coach Kelsee Moore of https://www.heyyomooreandco.com to share her expertise in performance nutrition and ancestral living. Together they explore what kids really need on and off the field, how to support female athletes through puberty, and why food should always be seen as fuel, not shame.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why proper fueling matters for student athletes of all ages

✔️ Clean alternatives to Gatorade and processed snacks

✔️ The truth about carbs, glucose, and athletic performance

✔️ How to support female athletes through puberty and menstrual cycles

✔️ Encouraging healthy body image while navigating weight requirements

✔️ Snack and refueling ideas that work in real life

✔️ The connection between mood, energy, and under-fueling

✔️ Helping kids see food as a tool for confidence and resilience

🧠 More About This Episode:

Kelsee Moore is a strength and conditioning coach for Air Force Special Warfare and the founder of Moore & Co. https://www.heyyomooreandco.com , where she blends performance coaching with an ancestral mindset. Her own health journey—from dealing with the effects of hormonal birth control to rethinking traditional sports nutrition—led her to become an advocate for smarter fueling. In this episode, she equips parents with practical, approachable tools for raising strong, confident athletes who are fueled for both performance and long-term health. Whether your child is just starting travel sports or competing at higher levels, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and strategies you can use right away.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Masienda – ( https://masienda.com ) (use code MAMM for 10% off)

📍 Farrow Skincare – ( https://farrow.shop ) (use code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 15% off)

📍 Serenity Farm Bread – ( https://serenityfarmbread.com ) (use code MAM10 for 10% off)

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Grandparents can be a source of deep joy, and sometimes deep tension, when it comes to raising kids. Many parents in our community have asked, how do I protect my values without damaging family relationships? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome Tara Couture of Slowdown Farmstead to share her wisdom as both a mother and now a grandmother. Together they unpack what respect really looks like between generations, why “boundaries” isn’t always the right word, and how families can build stronger connections even when values don’t align perfectly.

Find Tara's newly-released book here: https://a.co/d/8vxRXQn

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why boundaries might not be the best word when navigating family dynamics

✔️ How grandparents can honor their adult children’s parenting choices

✔️ The tension between “just one treat” vs. consistent values at home

✔️ Finding the balance between respect and relationship

✔️ How difficult conversations can deepen family connections

✔️ The role of confidence and conviction as a young parent

✔️ Stories from Tara’s own experience as a mom and now a grandparent

✔️ Creative ways to nurture grandparent-grandchild relationships across distance

🧠 More About This Episode:

Tara Couture is a farmer, writer, and grandmother who brings honesty and depth to the conversation about family dynamics. With stories from her own life—navigating parenting without the internet, choosing unconventional health paths, and now learning from her daughter’s parenting choices—Tara encourages us to see these relationships as an opportunity for growth. Whether you’re a new mom feeling pressured by grandparents or a grandparent yourself trying to understand your adult children, this conversation is full of wisdom, compassion, and hope.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com/ (use code MAM10 for 10% off)

📍 For Nutrient’s Sake cookbooks – https://fornutrientsake.com (use code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Seatopia – https://seatopia.com (use code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off)

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Seed oils are everywhere, from chips and crackers to “heart healthy” salad dressings. But what are they really doing to our bodies? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Cate Shanahan, physician, researcher, and author of Deep Nutrition, to uncover why she calls them the “Hateful Eight” and how families can begin to swap them out for better fats.

✨ Topics We Cover:

• The link between seed oils, inflammation, and disease
• Why saturated fats are more stable than polyunsaturated fats
• The “Hateful Eight” oils to memorize and avoid
• How seed oils are made and why that matters
• Olive oil, avocado oil, and cooking myths
• Everyday tips for ditching hidden seed oils

Dr. Shanahan has spent over two decades researching the science of fats and nutrition. Her insights challenge decades of conventional dietary advice and give moms practical tools for feeding their families with confidence.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Deep Nutrition by Dr. Cate Shanahan – https://drcate.com/books/
• Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com/ (code MAM10 for 10% off)
• Pharaoh Skincare – https://pharaoh.shop (code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 15% off)
• Nourish the Littles course – https://nourishthelittles.com (code NTL10 for 10% off)

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We’re diving into a topic every mama faces at the end of summer: back to school. Whether your kids are homeschooled, enrolled in traditional school, or somewhere in between, this season brings fresh routines, curriculum choices, and the inevitable chaos of early mornings. In this episode, Corey and Christine share their own family plans for the year, from hybrid co-ops to traditional classrooms, and offer encouragement for moms navigating the transition.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Homeschool planning: spreadsheets, curriculum choices, and record-keeping

✔️ Balancing hybrid co-ops with at-home learning

✔️ Why one child is returning to traditional school—and how the family is preparing

✔️ Curriculum recommendations moms actually use (math, reading, history, language arts)

✔️ Organization hacks: planners, whiteboards, and keeping schedules visible

✔️ How to handle standardized testing as a homeschooler

✔️ Early dinners, early bedtimes, and making mornings less chaotic

✔️ Packing school lunches—night before vs. morning of

✔️ Keeping family connection strong during the busy school year

✔️ Encouragement for moms in every stage—from toddlers to teens

🧠 More About This Episode:

In this conversation, Corey and Christine open up about their own schooling decisions, why flexibility matters, how each child’s needs are different, and what they’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or sending your kids back to school with packed lunches, this episode will leave you with practical ideas and plenty of encouragement.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Beast Academy – https://beastacademy.com/

📍 Story of the World – https://welltrainedmind.com/c/story-of-the-world/

📍 Logic of English – https://www.logicofenglish.com/

📍 Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) – https://iew.com/

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We’re stepping into a topic that every mama of daughters will eventually face—puberty. How do we approach it with honesty, hope, and wisdom? In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Ziegenfus, former middle school teacher and creator of a popular mother-daughter puberty course, to talk about navigating the changes of adolescence with grace. From spotting the first signs of development to offering our girls a vision of their bodies as beautifully designed, Megan shares how moms can prepare their daughters—and themselves—for this season.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ The very first signs of puberty in girls (and what to look for)

✔️ How to talk about breast buds, body hair, and early changes positively

✔️ When and how to start the conversation about periods

✔️ Why “drip drip drip” conversations are more effective than one big “talk”

✔️ Common things moms forget to explain (like cervical fluid and discharge)

✔️ How nutrition—minerals, protein, and breakfast—supports healthy cycles

✔️ Reframing cravings and chocolate before periods through a nutrient lens

✔️ The connection between digestion, hormones, and menstrual health

✔️ Making puberty talks special, memorable, and rooted in love

✔️ Why early education on fertility awareness matters for teens

🧠 More About This Episode:

Megan Ziegenfus is a former middle school teacher turned women’s health educator who helps moms and daughters learn about puberty, periods, and the beauty of the female body together. Through her course and resources, she equips families to replace shame and confusion with confidence, dignity, and wonder at how God designed our bodies.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Megan’s Mother-Daughter Course – https://www.bodytalkbasics.com/

📍 The Care and Keeping of You (original edition) – https://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-American-Girl-Library/dp/1562476661

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We’re stepping away from our usual nutrition chats to explore something just as vital to family life—creating a home that nurtures the heart and soul. In this episode, Jamie Erickson of The Unlikely Homeschool and author of Holy Hygge joins us to share how the Danish concept of hygge can transform the way we approach homeschooling, hospitality, rest, and daily rhythms. From cultivating cozy spaces to modeling lifelong learning, Jamie offers practical wisdom for weaving faith, intentionality, and warmth into your home life—without the pressure to be Pinterest-perfect.

✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ What “hygge” really means (and why it matters for family life)

✔️ The 7 key elements of a hygge-inspired home

✔️ How to practice “scruffy hospitality” and welcome others without perfection

✔️ Why rest is a command, not a luxury—and how to make space for it

✔️ The difference between care and work on the Sabbath

✔️ Modeling lifelong learning for your kids through daily reading

✔️ Building a home culture that values relationships over appearances

✔️ Simple ways to make guests feel truly seen and known

✔️ How to create cozy, faith-filled rhythms for every season

✔️ Reframing productivity through a Biblical lens

🧠 More About This Episode:

Jamie Erickson is a veteran homeschool mom of five, founder of The Unlikely Homeschool, and author of Holy Hygge, where she blends the timeless Danish principles of coziness, hospitality, and contentment with a Christ-centered home life. Her practical, grace-filled approach helps moms slow down, welcome others authentically, and create a home that reflects both faith and beauty.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Holy Hygge – https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802421063

📍 The Unlikely Homeschool – https://www.theunlikelyhomeschool.com

📍 Jamie Erickson on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theunlikelyhomeschool

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We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but game-changing—parts of family health: breakfast. In this episode, Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished joins us to talk about why the first meal of the day can make or break your child’s focus, mood, and growth—especially in the teen years. From protein-packed plates to make-ahead strategies, you’ll learn how to create nourishing mornings that actually work in real-life, busy households. 🍳 Topics

Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why breakfast can set the tone for your child’s entire day

✔️ How under-fueling affects focus, mood, and behavior

✔️ The role of protein, healthy fats, and balanced carbs—especially for teens

✔️ Make-ahead breakfasts that work for busy mornings

✔️ How to help kids become “body aware” ✔️ Prepping breakfasts without spending hours in the kitchen

✔️ Strategies for kids who “don’t like eggs” (and other picky preferences)

✔️ The connection between food, hormones, and the teen years

✔️ Breaking cycles and teaching lifelong kitchen skills

✔️ Why a nourishing breakfast matters for the whole family

⏱️ Chapters for This Episode:

00:00 – Welcome Back & Guest Intro

03:15 – Breakfast MVPs in Our Kitchens

08:05 – Why Nourished Mornings Was Written

14:23 – What Skipping or Skimping on Breakfast Looks Like in the Classroom

21:04 – Why Breakfast Matters for Kids & Teens

27:07 – How Renee’s Approach Has Evolved Over the Years

33:45 – Protein Needs for Teenagers & Managing Busy Mornings

40:58 – Make-Ahead Favorites & Flexible Meal Planning

48:26 – Managing Picky Preferences Without Short-Order Cooking

55:42 – Teaching Kids to Be Body Aware

01:02:11 – Linking Food, Hormones & Mood in the Teen Years

01:09:28 – Advice for Parents Making Breakfast Changes Later On

01:15:50 – Why Renee Loves Parenting Teens

01:21:32 – Final Takeaways on Nourished Mornings

🧠 More About This Episode:

Renee Kohley is a mom of three, cookbook author, and the voice behind Raising Generation Nourished. Her latest cookbook, Nourished Mornings, offers real-food breakfast recipes designed for busy families—because fueling kids well doesn’t have to mean hours in the kitchen.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Nourished Mornings Cookbook – https://www.amazon.com/Nourished-Mornings-Easy-Real-Food-Breakfasts/dp/B0D8NYYHVY

📍 Raising Generation Nourished – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com 📍

Breakfast Meal Planner – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com/2023/08/the-breakfast-meal-planner-from-raising-generation-nourished/

📍 Baked Oatmeal Recipe – https://www.raisinggenerationnourished.com/2023/10/pumpkin-apple-baked-oatmeal

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We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but surprisingly important—parts of family nutrition: drinks. In this final episode of our “What Can I Eat?” series, we’re talking about what’s really hydrating (spoiler: it’s not just water), why juice boxes aren’t the solution, and how ancestral wisdom can help us rethink what we offer our kids and ourselves to drink each day.

We chat about everything from raw milk and herbal teas to fermented beverages like water kefir and kombucha. You’ll hear practical tips, stories from our own families, and the deeper “why” behind nutrient-dense drinks. If you’ve ever wondered what’s actually worth sipping—or how to ditch the dye-filled sports drinks—this episode is packed with insight.

🥛 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why water alone isn’t always hydrating

✔️ The importance of minerals—and how to add them back into your drinks ✔️ The dangers of reverse osmosis water (and how to remineralize it)

✔️ What’s wrong with juice boxes and flavored milks

✔️ Our thoughts on sports drinks, soda, and juicing trends

✔️ Why we love raw milk and what to look for in a farmer

✔️ Nutrient-dense drinks from fermented teas to herbal tonics

✔️ How ancestral cultures used drinks for health and hydration

✔️ Easy homemade beverage ideas to nourish your family

✔️ The surprising history of drinks (hint: water wasn’t always on the menu)

⏱️ Chapters for This Episode:

00:00 – Welcome Back & Series Recap

01:47 – What We're Drinking Today

06:58 – Why Water Alone Isn’t Always Enough

08:27 – Reverse Osmosis & Mineral-Depleted Water

10:48 – Juice, Sports Drinks & Pediatric Advice

17:12 – Our Take on the Juicing Craze

23:41 – Beverage History & Ancestral Wisdom

31:03 – Raw Milk, Kefir & Nutrient-Dense Drinks

36:47 – Kombucha, Water Kefir & Jun Tea

42:00 – Cordials, Fermented Lemonade & Backyard Tonics

46:15 – Mimosa Tree Tea & Natural Sleep Support

49:35 – Raw Liver Tonics & Pottinger’s Cats

52:14 – Practical Tips: What We’re Actually Making at Home

56:00 – Why Drinks Deserve More Attention

01:00:05 – Final Thoughts: Empowering Moms to Think Differently

01:04:10 – Sneak Peek: What’s Coming Next

🧠 More About This Series:

We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes hit home for so many moms, we’re re-recording them with fresh insight, updated tips, and a focus on grace and real-life application.

Previous Episodes in this Series:

What CAN I Eat for Breakfast?? https://youtu.be/lTyygkxH5JM

What CAN I Eat for Lunch?? https://youtu.be/OQgv2ztW1MM

What CAN I Eat for Dinner?? https://youtu.be/QSTr6igjXu8

What CAN I Eat for Desserts?? https://youtu.be/2NZ08OUGdVw

What CAN I Eat for Snacks?? https://youtu.be/BH8Z7otA0EQ

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Nourish the Littles courses: (https://nourishthelittles.com)

📍 Raw Milk Institute: (https://www.rawmilkinstitute.org)

📍 Favorite electrolytes: Baja Gold (no sweeteners)

📍 Nourish Kitchen (for fermented beverage recipes)

📍 Favorite nutrient-dense drinks: raw milk, beet kvass, water kefir, milk kefir, Jun tea, herbal infusions, fermented lemonades

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Baja Gold (https://bajagold.com) | Liquid ocean minerals—clean, unsweetened electrolytes

Clean Kanteen (https://www.cleankanteen.com) | Durable water bottles we love

Crazy Water (Texas-based) | High-mineral water for real hydration

Raw Farm (https://www.rawfarmusa.com) | Christine’s favorite raw milk source

Nourish Kitchen (https://www.nourishkitchen.com) | Recipes for fermented oat drinks and more

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RealFoodDrinks #HydrationMatters #ModernAncestralMamas #FermentedBeverages #ElectrolytesForKids #RawMilkForHealth #NourishingDrinks #RaisingHealthyKids #WhatToDrink #AncestralLiving

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We’re diving into one of the trickiest—and most talked-about—topics in modern motherhood: snacks. In this episode, we unpack the cultural obsession with constant snacking, how it impacts our kids’ health (and appetites), and why we’ve made it a priority to rethink the way we snack in our homes.

We share what’s actually working in our families, how we set snack boundaries without shame, the importance of protein and fat in between meals, and why saying “no” to endless snacks isn’t mean—it’s loving. If you’ve ever felt stuck between feeding your kids something or fighting a snack battle every afternoon, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

🥑 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why snack culture is out of control—and how we got here

✔️ How constant snacking affects kids’ hunger cues and metabolism

✔️ The connection between snacking and blood sugar crashes

✔️ Our personal snack philosophies: what’s changed and why

✔️ Snack ideas that actually nourish (and keep kids full)

✔️ When to say yes—and when to say no to snacks

✔️ How to shift kids (and yourself) away from constant grazing

✔️ Practical ways to handle co-ops, errands, and snack-heavy settings

✔️ The budget impact of over-snacking—and how to fix it

✔️ Encouragement for moms who feel stuck in the snack cycle

⏱️ Chapters for This Episode:

00:00 – Intro: Why Snack Culture Is Out of Control

06:15 – How Constant Snacking Impacts Hunger and Metabolism

12:40 – Our Personal Snack Philosophies & Real Life Examples

19:50 – Snack Ideas That Actually Nourish

26:30 – When to Say Yes (and When to Say No)

33:00 – How We’re Teaching Our Kids to Stop Grazing

39:15 – Handling Snacks at Co-ops, Playdates & Errands

45:30 – The Real Cost of Over-Snacking (Budget + Health)

52:00 – Giving Yourself Grace in the Snack Struggle

58:15 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement for Moms

🧠 More About This Series:

We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes hit home for so many moms, we’re re-recording them with fresh insight, updated tips, and a focus on grace and real-life application.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off)

📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Favorite snack staples: meat sticks, cheese, soaked muffins, hard-boiled eggs, fruit with fat

📍 Weston A. Price Foundation on nourishing traditional snacks

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Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | We love their heirloom masa

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Wholestix (https://www.wholestix.com/) | | Code MAMA50 for 50% off | Meat sticks with organ meats

Eat Pluck (https://eatpluck.com/) | Organ meat seasoning

Paleo Valley (https://paleovalley.com/) | Clean snacks + meat sticks

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SnackCulture #RealFoodMoms #ModernAncestralMamas #HealthySnackIdeas #PickyEaterSolutions #SnackBoundaries #RealFoodSnacks #RaisingHealthyKids #SnackTimeStruggles

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We’re wrapping up our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series with a topic that brings out all the mixed feelings: dessert. Whether you’re the “always say yes” mom, the “no sugar ever” mom, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with honest conversation, personal stories, and practical ideas for navigating sweets in a culture that normalizes daily sugar overload.

We’re talking about our own dessert philosophies, how we set boundaries with our kids, what we serve in our homes, and why saying “no” to sugar doesn’t have to mean saying “no” to fun. If you’ve ever wondered how to handle birthday parties, grocery store freebies, or post-dinner dessert expectations, this one’s for you.

🍪 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ How dessert has changed over generations—and why it matters

✔️ The difference between celebration treats and daily sugar habits

✔️ How we handle birthday parties, family events, and grocery store sweets

✔️ Our go-to nourishing dessert ideas for special occasions

✔️ Why “because I said so” isn’t always a bad parenting move

✔️ How to talk to your kids about sugar without fear or shame

✔️ Setting dessert boundaries with love and consistency

✔️ Food dyes, processed sugars, and where we personally draw the line

✔️ Why you don’t have to be perfect to protect your kids’ health

✔️ Encouragement for moms feeling the pressure of “saying no”

🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. These conversations have remained some of our most popular, so we’re re-recording them with better audio, fresh insights, and real talk for real moms navigating today’s food culture.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off)

📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Nourishing dessert recipes, homemade treats, and natural sweetener tips

📍 Weston A. Price Foundation on traditional sweeteners

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⏱️ Chapters for This Episode

00:00 – Intro: Why Dessert Culture Matters for Families

05:10 – Our Personal History with Dessert and Treats

12:30 – The Difference Between Celebrations and Everyday Sweets

18:45 – How We Handle Birthday Parties, Holidays, and Grocery Store Treats

25:30 – Talking to Kids About Sugar Without Fear or Shame

33:00 – Setting Dessert Boundaries in a Loving, Consistent Way

40:15 – Our Go-To Nourishing Dessert Ideas at Home

47:40 – Where We Draw the Line with Food Dyes, Sugar, and Store-Bought Treats

54:00 – You Don’t Have to Be Perfect: Grace for Moms Navigating Dessert Culture

1:01:30 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement for Setting Boundaries with Confidence

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We’re back with part three of our “What CAN I Eat For…” re-recorded series—and this time we’re tackling the end-of-day decision that can feel impossibly heavy: dinner. Whether you’re feeding toddlers, teens, husbands, or just yourself after a long day, this episode is your honest, grace-filled guide to making dinner work in real life.

We talk about the mental load of planning, how our dinners have changed over the years, the pressure to cook “the right way,” and the tension between nourishing food and realistic expectations. This isn’t about rigid rules or gourmet meals—it’s about grounding your family in good food, served with love and sanity.

🍽 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why dinner is often the most emotional and overwhelming meal of the day

✔️ The pressure to “do it right” and how we’ve let that go

✔️ Our personal dinner rhythms, patterns, and go-to meals

✔️ What to do when your family doesn’t eat like you

✔️ How to keep dinner nourishing—even when it’s simple

✔️ Why short-order cooking leaves everyone more stressed

✔️ Tips for prepping meat, choosing meals, and reducing last-minute chaos

✔️ How we think about organ meats, nutrient density, and budget meals

✔️ Reframing dinner as a spiritual and relational moment—not just food

✔️ Real talk about burnout, resentment, and feeding with joy

🧠 More About This Series: We first recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Because these episodes have continued to resonate, we’re re-recording them with better sound, updated ideas, and the perspective we’ve gained since. This one’s for every mom who’s stood in the kitchen at 5:18 p.m. with no plan and a hungry crowd.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off)

📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Christine’s fallback meals: ground beef bowls, stir fry, bone broth pasta, roast chicken

📍 Our favorite meats: Northstar Bison, US Wellness Meats, local farms

✨ Featured Products & Brands: Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Great for heirloom masa & quick dinners

Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their clean seafood options

Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | Gentle skincare for busy moms

Redmond Real Salt | A pantry staple for real food meals

⏱️ Chapters for This Episode

00:00 – Intro: Why Dinner Feels So Emotionally Heavy

05:30 – Our Honest Struggles with Planning & Prep

12:00 – How Our Dinner Routines Have Changed Over the Years

18:45 – What to Do When Your Family Doesn’t Eat Like You

25:15 – Tips for Nourishing Dinners Without Overwhelm

32:40 – Favorite Fall-Back Meals When You’re Tired

39:55 – Short-Order Cooking: Why We’ve Let That Go

46:10 – Thinking About Organ Meats, Nutrient Density & Budget

53:20 – The Deeper Meaning of Dinner: Connection, Not Perfection

1:00:30 – Final Thoughts + Encouragement for Tired Moms

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📲 Stay Connected:

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We’re back with the second installment of our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series—this time tackling the midday meal that every mom dreads: lunch. Whether you homeschool, pack co-op meals, or just find yourself throwing random snacks on a plate at 12:42 pm, this episode is your honest, nourishing reset.

We’re sharing what’s actually working in our homes, how our lunch routines have evolved over time, and why “just a sandwich” doesn’t cut it when it comes to energy, focus, and blood sugar. From protein-fat-fiber balance to school lunch hacks and feeding growing kids (again), this episode is full of real talk and realistic ideas to help your family thrive—without turning lunch into another stress point.

🥪 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why lunch is often the most overlooked (and under-planned) meal

✔️ How to build a nourishing, satisfying lunch with what you have

✔️ The three elements every lunch should include (especially for kids)

✔️ Our go-to lunch staples: from meat and olives to soup and sourdough

✔️ What to pack for school, co-op, and long errands

✔️ Why “just crackers and cheese” won’t hold your kids over

✔️ How to transition kids away from high-sugar, low-protein lunches

✔️ Tips for batch prepping lunch proteins and fallback meals

✔️ The connection between lunch quality and afternoon meltdowns

✔️ Why it’s okay to feed your kids the same thing three days in a row

⏱️ Chapters for This Episode

00:00 – Intro: Why Lunch Is the Most Overlooked Meal

05:15 – What We’re Actually Eating for Lunch Right Now

12:30 – The Real Reason “Crackers & Cheese” Doesn’t Cut It

18:45 – Building a Balanced Lunch: Protein, Fat & Fiber

25:10 – How We Pack Lunches for School, Co-ops & Errands

32:20 – Feeding Kids Through Growth Spurts, Activities & Big Appetites

40:30 – Batch Prepping Lunch Staples Without the Burnout

48:15 – The Impact of Lunch on Afternoon Meltdowns & Focus

56:00 – How to Simplify Lunch (Even If It’s Repetitive)

🧠 More About This Series: We originally recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series in 2022—covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. These episodes have remained some of our most listened-to, so we’re re-recording them with better audio, fresh perspective, and everything we’ve learned since. This week is all about lunch—because moms need help here too.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off)

📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)

📍 Christine’s lunchbox go-to’s: meat sticks, cheese cubes, raw veggies, pickles, hard-boiled eggs, soaked muffins, sourdough grilled cheese

📍 Bento box recs and tools coming to Instagram!

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Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | Our morning and midday skincare go-to

One Degree Sprouted Bread | Available online or at natural grocery stores

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⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

💬 Comment below: What’s your go-to lunch when you have zero energy or groceries?

📲 Stay Connected:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

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We’re kicking off the re-recorded "What CAN I Eat For…" series with one of the most relatable (and often chaotic) topics: breakfast. Whether you're a mom who wakes up ready to cook or someone who just wants coffee in silence, this episode is packed with humor, hard-won wisdom, and practical real food ideas to help make your mornings smoother—and more nourishing.

We talk through how our breakfast routines have evolved, how to get kids on board with savory meals, the reality of cooking for picky eaters, the nutritional downsides of carb-heavy starts, and why protein, fat, and prep are your new best friends. If you’ve ever stared into your fridge at 7am wondering "what on earth do I feed these people?"—this one’s for you.

🍳 Topics Covered in This Episode:

✔️ Why breakfast is the most stressful meal for so many moms

✔️ Our personal routines, favorite recipes, and real-life struggles

✔️ How to build a breakfast menu your kids will actually eat

✔️ What a “wake-up snack” is—and why it saves mornings

✔️ Tips for transitioning kids away from sugary cereals

✔️ Why savory breakfasts = better focus and blood sugar

✔️ How cultural breakfasts around the world inspire our meals

✔️ Christine’s protein-packed breakfast rotation (with soup!)

✔️ The hormone and blood sugar effects of drinking coffee on an empty stomach

✔️ How to set realistic boundaries around morning snacking

🧠 More About This Series: Back in 2022, we recorded a full “What CAN I Eat For…” series—breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts, and drinks. Those episodes have remained some of our most downloaded ever. So we’re re-recording them with better audio, updated tips, and the wisdom we’ve gathered since then—starting with the meal that sets the tone for the day: breakfast.

📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:

📍 Renee Coley’s breakfast menu printable: (https://www.instagram.com/awfullygoodcooking)

📍 Nourishing Asian Kitchen cookbook by Sophia Ng

📍 Real Food Real Families course: (https://nourishthelittles.com) (Code NTL10 for 10% off)

📍 Corey’s Cookbooks: (https://www.fornutrientssake.com/shop) (Code MAM15 for 15% off)

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Masienda (https://masienda.com) | Code MAM10 for 10% off | Try their heirloom masa for breakfast tacos

Seatopia (https://seatopia.fish) | Code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box

Farrow (https://farrow.shop) | Code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | We use their FaceFood every morning One

Degree Sprouted Oats | Available at most health food stores or online

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⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

💬 Comment below: What’s your biggest breakfast struggle—or go-to real food win?

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Please NOTE: Due to increasing censorship on platforms like YouTube, this episode is available exclusively in audio format only. We want to protect the integrity of this important conversation — thank you for understanding and for listening with an open heart.

In this powerful and nuanced episode, Corey and Christine are joined by Dr. Nina Marie Rueda — a naturopathic doctor, doula, lactation educator, and mother. They dive into the conversation of vaccines and discuss: ingredients, efficacy of studies, risk vs. benefit, informed consent, and so much more. The hosts understand this is a delicate subject and ask all listeners to be respectful and listen with an open mind.

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Previous Episodes Mentioned:

That Crazy Postpartum Life

Books Mentioned and Books We Recommend on Vaxxines:

Dissolving Illusions

Turtles All the Way Down

Vax Facts

Millers Review of Critical Vaccine Studies

What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Vaccinations

Connect with Nina Marie:

Website

Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

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@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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In this episode Corey and Christine sit down to recap the previous 4 episodes from the grain series to reflect on everything they have learned. They share their honest thoughts on each conversation, unpack the spiritual symbolism of bread in the bible, and talk about how these insights have shaped their own experiences in the kitchen and their faith. If you’ve ever wondered how ancient wisdom meets daily nourishment, this is the wrap-up you won’t want to miss!

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We love partnering with brands that align with our ancestral values and aid in nourishing our listeners and their families. When you shop through the affiliate links below, using our codes, you help keep Modern Ancestral Mamas going — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!

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Previous Episodes Mentioned:

How to Choose the Best Bread

Grain Revival: Fresh Milling, Grain Mills, and the Unsifted Mission with Sarah and Kiera

Keeping Starters Strong: Sourdough and Freshly Milled Flour with Courtney Queen

The Healing Powers of Freshly Milled Grains with Sue Becker

Alcohol, Acidity, & Ancient Grains: Rethinking Bread with Anthropologist Bill Schindler

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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In this episode Corey and Christine sit down with renowned anthropologist, author, and food archaeologist Dr. Bill Schindler to dive deep into the ancient art—and science—of bread-making. From the pH of properly fermented sourdough to the impact of properly prepared alcohol, Dr. Schindler brings a wealth of ancestral knowledge and modern research to the table. They discussed why fermentation is essential for bioavailability and digestion, and how ancestral bread differs drastically from what you’ll find in today’s grocery stores. If you’ve ever wondered what the "best" bread really is—or whether you should be eating it at all—this conversation is for you!

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Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Eat Like a Human with Dr. Bill and Christina Schindler

How to Choose the Best Bread

Grain Revival: Fresh Milling, Grain Mills, and the Unsifted Mission with Sarah and Kiera

Keeping Starters Strong: Sourdough and Freshly Milled Flour with Courtney Queen

The Healing Powers of Freshly Milled Grains with Sue Becker

Books Mentioned:

The Drunken Monkey

Connect with Bill:

Modern Stone Age Kitchen Website

Modern Stone Age Kitchen Instagram

Bill Schindler Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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In this episode Corey and Christine are joined by the incredible Sue Becker—author, educator, and founder of The Bread Beckers. Sue has spent decades teaching others about the profound health benefits of freshly milled grains, and today, she brings that wisdom to listeners. Sue shares how freshly milled grains can heal the body, the nutritional loss that occurs in commercial milling, the spiritual significance of bread and grain, and how to get started with home milling, even if you are a beginner!

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We love partnering with brands that align with our ancestral values and aid in nourishing our listeners and their families. When you shop through the affiliate links below, using our codes, you help keep Modern Ancestral Mamas going — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!

Masienda | MAM10 for 10% off | We love their tortilla starter kit!

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Previous Episodes Mentioned:

How to Choose the Best: Flour Edition

Grain Revival: Fresh Milling, Grain Mills, and the Unsifted Mission with Sarah and Keira

Keeping Starters Strong: Sourdough and Fresh Milled Flour with Courtney Queen

Books Mentioned:

The Essential Home Ground Flour

Diet for the Atomic Age

Connect with Sue

Bread Beckers Website

Bread Beckers Instagram

Sue's Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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In this episode of Modern Ancestral Mamas, we chat with Courtney Queen, the sourdough baker and real food educator behind Butter for All. If you've ever wondered how to keep your sourdough starter thriving, how to make fresh milled flour work in your favorite recipes, or how to incorporate sourdough baking into your homeschool rhythm, this episode is for you. Courtney brings both precision and passion to the ancestral baking world. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just getting started, you'll come away inspired and better equipped to nourish your family with real, fermented bread.

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We love partnering with brands that align with our ancestral values and aid in nourishing our listeners and their families. When you shop through the affiliate links below, using our codes, you help keep Modern Ancestral Mamas going — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!

Masienda | MAM10 for 10% off | We love their tortilla starter kit!

Seatopia | ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box

Farrow | ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | We love their FaceFood product!

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Recipes Mentioned:

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookie

Sourdough Pie Crust

Cranberry Apple Duck Liver Pate

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

How to Choose the Best: Flour Edition

Connect with Courtney:

Butter for All Website

Butter for All Facebook

Butter for All Instagram

Butter for All YouTube

Butter for All Pinterest

Butter for All Bonfire

Butter for All X

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

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In this special kickoff to our Grain Series, we’re joined by Sarah and Keira, the co-founders of Unsifted, a Kansas City-based company passionate about making fresh-milled bread products easy. These two mamas are on a mission to bring fresh-milled, nutrient-dense flour back into modern kitchens. In this episode we dive deep into: what fresh milling is and why it matters for nutrition, the difference between commercial flour and whole grain flour, grain mills and the various options, how Unsifted started and fresh flour transformed their health.

Support the Show

We love partnering with brands that align with our ancestral values and aid in nourishing our listeners and their families. When you shop through the affiliate links below, using our codes, you help keep Modern Ancestral Mamas going — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!

Masienda | MAM10 for 10% off | We love their tortilla starter kit!

Seatopia | ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off | Christine loves their Sashimi Date Night box

Farrow | ANCESTRALMAMAS for 10% off | We love their FaceFood product!

Corey’s Cookbooks | MAM15 for 15% off | Automatic downloads of three different cookbooks

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Unsifted website

Unsifted Instagram

Unsifted Starter Kit

Use code MAM10 for $10 off any purchase of $100 or more!

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

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In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Holistic Hilda again to discuss the recent press briefing with RFK and FDA head Martin Makary on food dyes. Hilda attended the press briefing and shares all the juicy details with MAM listeners in this episode!

We are so grateful to our sponsors!

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Previous Episodes with Hilda:

RFK Confirmation Hearing

Surprise Mystery Guest: JK It's Holistic Hilda!

Books Mentioned:

Feeding Your Lies

Listen to the Wise Traditions podcast:

Wise Traditions | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-traditions/id1072618042

Connect with Holistic Hilda

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/holistichilda/?hl=en

Website | https://www.holistichilda.com/

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVCoAT2PZEeR1Y6hi__BYFg?view_as=subscriber

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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In this powerful episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Stephanie Seneff, Senior Research Scientist at MIT and one of the world’s leading experts on glyphosate. Dr. Seneff shares the truth behind glyphosate and how it affects gut health and leads to many chronic diseases. She also shares hopeful insights into how we can protect ourselves and our families through food choices, lifestyle shifts, and advocacy. If you’ve been wondering how chemical agriculture and processed foods impact our bodies — and how ancestral living offers a way back to true health — this episode is a must-listen.

We are so grateful for our sponsors!

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Books Mentioned:

Toxic Legacy: How the Weedkiller Glyphosate is Destroying our Health and the Environment

Poison Foods of North America

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

The Scary Truth Behind School Lunches with Zen Honeycutt

Resources Mentioned:

Ion Biome

Connect with Dr. Stephanie Seneff:

Website

Website

YouTube

Instagram

Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

@modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/

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Mary Ruddick is BACK! This is the third time she sits down with Corey and Christine to break down all the ways women can support their hormones while living in today’s modern world. In this episode, Mary answers all the listeners’ burning questions. You will want to share these episodes with all your friends and family members.

We are so grateful for our sponsor!

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Learn more about Janine from Offally Good Cooking on these episodes:

Episode 33: Learning to Love Organ Meats

Episode 34: Learning to Love Organ Meats

Previous Mary Ruddick Episodes:

Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom: Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Cultures and Modern Society

Why Modern Motherhood is Making Women Sick (And What Traditional Cultures Know) with Mary Ruddick

Connect with Mary Ruddick:

Website

Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

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Mary Ruddick is BACK! In this episode she sits down with Corey and Christine in a fantastic two part series to break down all the ways women can support their hormones while living in today’s modern world. Mary also shares with listeners her experiences with traditional cultures and the way they approach birth, breastfeeding, feeding children, sleeping, menopause and more! You will want to share these episodes with all your friends and family members.

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Episode 33: Learning to Love Organ Meats

Episode 34: Learning to Love Organ Meats

Previous Mary Ruddick Episode:

Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom: Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Cultures and Modern Society

Connect with Mary Ruddick:

Website

Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

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In this episode Corey and Christine dive deep into the world of salt with Baja Gold Salt! We explore where Baja Gold sources their salt, what makes it uniquely nutrient-dense, and the specific mineral ratios that contribute to its health benefits. We also tackle an important topic: the controversy surrounding lead and microplastics in salt. Is all salt created equal? What should we be looking for when choosing a high-quality salt for our families? Baja Gold sheds light on these questions and more!

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Resources mentioned:

Heavy Metals in Salt

Sea Energy Agriculture

Connect with Michael Sileck and Baja Gold Salt:

Website

Instagram

Baja Gold in Whole Foods

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

@nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/

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Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about seafood and how to source the best seafood, then this series is for you!

About our guest: Kinsey is a fisheries specialist working to continue to resilient wild fisheries through community engagement. She lives and works in Alaska where she fishes alongside her husband and daughter in their 58’ vessel the Lucid Dream

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Resources mentioned:

Local Catch | https://localcatch.org

Connect with Kinsey Brown:

Instagram

TikTok

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/

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Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about seafood and how to source the best seafood, then this series is for you!

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Schoolhouse Fish Co.

Resources mentioned:

Local Catch

Slow Fish

The Outlaw Ocean by Ian Urbina

Connect with Malena Marvin:

Website

Instagram

Connect with Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake

@nourishthelittles

@modernancestralmamas

YouTube

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Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about seafood and how to source the best seafood, then this series is for you!

Thank you to our sponsors!

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Resources mentioned:

Seatopia

The Third Plate

Previous podcast episode mentioned:

The Truth About Raw Milk with Mark MacAfee

Connect with Shannon Wagner:

Smoke and Chimneys Website

Smoke and Chimney Instagram

Instagram

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Corey and Christine sit down with Charles Mayfield of Farrow Life to discuss all topics related to lard, renderling lard, the difference between lard and tallow, lard and tallow as skincare, retinol, toxic skincare products, and more! Charles is funny, extremely knowledgeable about lard and has been in the health and wellness space for a long time. You wont want to miss this episode, especially if you are a tallow fan he might just change your mind!

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Books mentioned:

The Paleo Solution

Paleo Comfort Foods

Wired to Eat

People Mentioned:

Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm

Robb Wolf

Connect with Charles Mayfield:

@farrowskin

Farrow Life

Farrow Skin

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In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with the one and only Holistic Hilda. HIlda was actually at the RFK Jr. confirmation hearing and she has all the stories and insider information to share with us.

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Connect with Holistic Hilda

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/holistichilda/?hl=en

Website | https://www.holistichilda.com/

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Listen to the Wise Traditions podcast:

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In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Oliva Robertson-Moe of Revolve Primal. Olivia shares her story of healing her cycle naturally with food, her top tips for meal prepping, and one of her favorite weekly foods–you won’t believe which one it is!

Thank you for supporting the work Corey and I do, we love putting out episodes for our listeners and connecting with everyone via social media, email etc. Please consider using our affiliate links when shopping as it is one way to support our show!

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Previous Episodes mentioned:

Claiming your Birthright

The Sacred Woman

Links mentioned:

Souper Cubes

Gelatin Hot Chocolate Recipe

Books mentioned:

Nutrient Dense Meal Prep

Connect with Olivia Roberston-Moe

Instagram

Website

Substack

Follow Christine and Corey:

@fornutrientssake

@nourishthelittles

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In this episode, we talk about our breakfast routines, schedules, and tips and tricks that help us get deeply nourishing breakfasts into our kids every morning.

Modern Ancestral Mamas Episodes:

MAM Episode 7: What CAN I Eat?! - Breakfast Edition

MAM Episode 9: What CAN I Eat?! - Lunches Edition

MAM Episode 12: What CAN I Eat?! - Dinner Edition

MAM Episode 14: What CAN I Eat?! - Desserts Edtion

MAM Episode 16 What CAN I Eat?! - Drinks Edition

MAM Episode 18: What CAN I Eat?! - Snacks Edition

MAM Episode 42: Nourishing Asian Food with Sophia Eng

Links mentioned:

What Breakfast Looks like in 50 Countries

Our School Morning Breakfast Menu & A FREE Printable Menu For YOU! - Raising Generation Nourished

Pho Spice Packet from Joy and Jolie

Books mentioned:

The Nourishing Asian Kitchen: Nutrient-Dense Recipes for Health and Healing by Sophia Eng

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Podcast Episodes:

MAM episode 61: The Truth About Raw Milk with Mark McAfee

MAM episode 42: Nourishing Asian Food with Sophia Eng

Seed Oil Free Restaurant Guides:

Seed Oil Scout

12 Spoons

Local fats

Books mentioned:

Dark Calories

Real Food for Pregnancy

The New Abnormal

Corey’s wing recipe

Dietary Fats and Oils

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TRIGGER WARNING: Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions related to sexual abuse. These conversations may be triggering or distressing to some listeners. We encourage listeners to prioritize their well-being and make an informed decision about whether to continue listening. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the topics discussed, please seek support from a trusted professional or organization.

In this powerful and transformative episode Corey and I sit down with Dr. Sina McCullough to explore the deep and multifaceted journey of emotional healing and self-discovery. Dr. McCullough, a renowned expert in healing autoimmune disorders and author, brings her extensive knowledge and personal experiences to the conversation, offering invaluable insights into how we can learn to heal from past traumas, calm our nervous systems, and ultimately learn to truly forgive and love ourselves.

Resources:

Birthright Supplement (use code: nourishthelittles for 15% off)

Dr. Tom Cowan

German New Medicine

Dr. Joe Dispenza

Louis Hay

Connect with Sina McCullough

Website

Beyond Labels Podcast Youtube

Beyond Labels IG

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This is our first ever live episode recorded from the 2024 Wise Traditions conference. In this episode, we sat down with Alex Clark of the Culture Apothecary podcast and dug deep into her transformative health journey, what she still struggles with, her why for creating Cultural Apothecary, and the impact she has as a young health and wellness influencer.

Culture Apothecary

Paul Saladino x Alex Clark episode

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Join just Corey and I as we share our personal thoughts about the Senate Health Hearing and the Siete Chips merger with Pepsi. In addition, tell us your thoughts about the new podcast intro and our title. We want to hear your thoughts in the reviews or instagram DM’s. These episodes are personal, fun, and an opportunity to hang out with us while folding your laundry!

Senate Health Round Table Discussion

Casey and Calley Means on Rogan

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Liz, Corey, and Christine sat down and had a casual conversation about Liz’s fourth pregnancy. They discussed birth stories, prenatal supplements, exercising while pregnant, postpartum and of course baby essentials for the minimalist mama. This episode will feel like you are chatting with Liz, Corey, and Christine at the kitchen table, you won’t want to miss the practicality and intimacy of the conversation!

Books Mentioned:

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth

Lily Nichols Books

Resources:

Birthright Supplement (use code: nourishthelittles for 15% off)

Ancestral Minerals

Baby and Me 2 Supplement

Kelsey Moore

Podcast Episodes:

Food Education and Food Freedom with Liz Haselmayer on MAM

Starting Solids with Baby on MAM

Nordic Parenting on Homegrown Education

Real Food for Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy on MAM

Connect with Liz and Homegrown Education

Haselmayer Goods

Homegrown Education

Real Food Framework

Homegrown Education Substack

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In this episode we talked all about raw milk with one of the original pioneers and advocates of the raw milk movement. MarK McAfee is the owner of Raw Farms, the largest raw milk dairy in the world! He shared about the history of pasteurization, what it does to raw milk, the benefits of raw milk, questions to ask your dairy farmers, where to find raw milk, and soo much more. This episode is jam packed with information and Mark expertly walks the listener through all the controversy surrounding this sacred food.

Books Mentioned:

Raw Milk Revolution

The Makers Diet

Resources Mentioned:

School of Lunch

Weston A. Price Foundation

Price Pottenger

Real Milk

WAPF Raw Milk Baby Formula

Raw Milk Institute

Cornucopia Institute

Connect with Mark:

Raw Farm USA

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In this episode, Julie, the Crunchy Legal Lady gives valuable legal information regarding corporate research, bodily autonomy laws, and va x ine exemption laws. She dives deep into the history of va x ines and explains how it affects us today. You won’t want to miss this episode and make sure to share it with your family and friends!

Disclaimer: nothing in this episode is legal advice for the listener. The conversations presented in this show are simply for informational purposes only.

Connect with Julie:

Crunchy Legal Lady

Crunchy Legal Lady

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Corey and I spend time catching up and talking about recent events in our lives and homeschooling. We discuss what we are doing differently this year, curriculums we are using, and how we are structuring our school year. If you are a fellow homeschooling mama, or curious about homeschooling, this is the episode for you!

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

4: Is Homeschooling Do-able, for real?

39: Homeschooling for Beginners

47: Behind the Mic: Corey and Christine's Origin Stories

51: Behind the Mic: Corey and Christine reveal their "Roman Empire"

Books Mentioned:

Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz

Resources Mentioned:

Pure Indian Foods

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Join us as we chat with Jessica Bullock, a mom of 2, birth worker, herbalist, and founder and farmer at Red Moon Farm. We chat all things vegetables (geeked out!). What organic growing can and maybe should look like? What does Certified Organic Farming mean and is it necessary? How has the organic label changed? How can consumers buy the best produce? What's the difference between hydroponic and grown in the ground produce? What is a CSA and how does it help farmers and consumers?

Resources Mentioned:

Training Farm in Waco, TX: World Hunger Relief

Regenerative Organic Certification

The Real Organic Project

How to start a fruitful conversation with a farmer:

How often do you find it necessary to spray your crops?

What sorts of things do you do for pest control?

What products are you using that help your plants grow so nice and beautiful?

Have you ever thought about getting Certified Organic?

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 38: How to Choose the Best….?-Flour Edition

Episode 40: Beyond Regeneration: Connecting our Souls to the Soil with Daniel Firth Griffith

Episode 41: How to Choose the Best.. –Bread Edition

Episode 48: Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom: Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Cultures and Modern Society with Mary Ruddick

Connect with Jessica:

Red Moon Farm on Instagram (@RedMoonFarm)

Red Moon Farm (redmoonfarmtx.com)

Red Moon Farm on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/redmoonfarmllc)

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Use code: nourishthelittles15 for 15% off your order of Birthright Supplements. Both Corey and I take Bloom and Revive and love the changes we have felt while taking them.

In this episode, Corey and I sit down with the founder and formulator of Birthright supplements, the only whole food, animal based women’s prenatal currently on the market. Amy shared her story with us and how she struggled with her hormonal health in her younger years which eventually led her to creating Birthright. Amy tells us what makes Birthright supplements unique and how her product can support women’s hormones in any stage of life they are at.

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Learning to Love Organ Meats (part 1) with Janine Farzin

Learning to Love Organ Meats (part 2) with Janine Farzin

Real Food for Pregnancy and Gestational Diabetes with Lily Nichols

Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom: Bridging the Gap Between Modern and Modern Society with Mary Ruddick

Connect with Amy:

Birthright Supplements

@Birthrightsupplements

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Brace yourselves folks, this episode is a tough one! If you are interested in learning more about the truth behind school lunches, glyphosate, and GMO’s then this episode is for you. Zen Honeycutt is the founder of Moms Across America and author of the book Unstoppable. She shares with us her story of fashion designer to holistic health advocate and now activist who fights hard to empower moms to make better choices when it comes to feeding their families. This is the final episode in our school lunch series, make sure to check out episodes: 55,54, and 53 with guests Hilary Boynton and Aran Goldstein.

People Mentioned:

Patriotism on a Plate by Robyn O'Brien

Glyphosate: Dangers and Soil Remediation by Dr. Don Huber

Jeffery Smith

Websites Mentioned:

Beyond Pesticides

GMO OMG Documentary

Products/Books Mentioned:

Ion Biome

Countdown by Dr. Shawna Swan

Unstoppable by Zen Honeycutt

MAM Budgeting Episode

Connect with Zen:

Moms Across America

Neighborhood Food Network

@momsacrossamerica

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In this episode we discussed lunches. We talked about packing lunches, how to make nutrient dense lunches, how to transition from SAD lunch foods to cleaner options, and who to contact if you are interested in making a difference in your school’s lunch program.

What CAN I Eat?! - Mini Series

Episode 7: What CAN I Eat?! - Breakfast Edition

Episode 9: What CAN I Eat?! - Lunches Edition

Episode 12: What CAN I Eat?! - Dinner Edition

Episode 14: What CAN I Eat!? - Desserts Edition

Episode 16: What CAN I Eat?! - Drinks Edition

Episode 18: What CAN I Eat?! - Snacks Edition

Food Products Mentioned

Organic Bread of Heaven

School of Lunch (Lunch Leader Training Academy)

Appplegate Charcuterie Plate

Applegate Charcuterie Salami Plate

Applegate Charcuterie Salami and Pepperjack Plate

Lunch Products Mentioned:

Lunchbots Thermos

Lunchbots Bento Boxes

Planetbox

Lunchskins

Kleen Kanteen

Pura Stainless Steel Waterbottles

People Mentioned:

Hilary Boynton

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In this episode, Corey and I continue to discuss the subject of school lunches. Check out the first episode in this series with Hilary Boynton. Today we sit down with Aran Goldstein, a passionate chef and devoted parent, who is making a significant impact on the way children experience food at school. Aran, known as the "lunch dad," prepares hot lunches using locally sourced, organic ingredients, following ancestral principles at a Waldorf school in Austin, TX. Aran is a part of the School of Lunch Training Academy and teaches individuals how to make lasting changes in their own school lunches. Fair warning, you will probably be hungry after listening to Aran talk about all the delicious foods he prepares for the kids at his school!

Books Mentioned:

Heal Your Gut Cookbook

Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft of Everyday Cooking

The Whole Beast: Nose to Tail Eating

Food of Life

The Food of Morocco

Wild Fermentation

Products Mentioned:

Korin Knives

Missono Kid Knife

Farm to Table Food Delivery

Connect with Aran:

Instagram:@chefarangoldstein

Website: cookandlive.co

Youtube: Cook and Live W/Chef Aran Goldstein

Course: https://aran.mykajabi.com/foodresetcourse

Lunch Training Academy: School of Lunch

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Christine and Corey will be starting a new episode series focused on the subject of school lunches. For this episode, they decided to bring on Hilary Boynton who has revolutionized how school lunches are served at her kids’ school in Manzanita, CA. Hilary shared her story of healing through GAPS and how she became a mother of five, started off as the snack coordinator at her kids’ school and then became the full blown lunch lady a few years later. If you are interested in learning more about how you can change school lunches at your kid’s school then this is the episode for you! Grab a mug of tea or broth, sit down and enjoy this episode, you won’t want to miss it!

Books Mentioned:

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Nourishing Traditions

Heal Your Gut Cookbook

Gut and Psychology Syndrome

Food Products Mentioned:

Primal Kitchen Ketchup and Mayo

Masienda Corn Masa

People Mentioned:

Zen Honeycutt from Mom's Across America

Janine Farzine of Offally Good Cooking

Monica Ford of Real Food Devotee

Mark Macafee of Raw Farm USA

Connect with Hilary

Instagram: @schooloflunch

Website: School of Lunch

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Christine and Corey learn all about the basics of canning in this informative episode with Jenny Gomes. Jenny talks about the benefits of canning, the difference between canning and fermenting, and the tools required to successfully can. Additionally, she walks you through a step by step process of how you would can a particular food. For any listener interested in food preservation, this episode is a must listen. Make sure to check out her book on canning: Pressure Canning Cookbook: Step by Step Recipes for Pantry Staples, Gut Healing Broths, Meat, Fish, and More.

Books Mentioned:

Blueberries for Sal

Pressure Canning Cookbook: Step by Step Recipes

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Canning Tools

Silicone Trivet Mats

Wek Jars

Connect with Jenny

Perfectly Preserved

The Domestic Wildflower

Pressure Canning Cookbook: Step by Step Recipes

@thedomesticwildflower

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Corey and I wanted to share our thoughts on the three, wonderful episodes we recorded with Mary Ruddick, Deborah Macnamara, and Sally Fallon Morell. We dove into the key takeaways from our conversations with each guest, explored how each episode resonated with our own personal parenting philosophies, and even shared a little behind the scenes snippets. Thank you for joining us on this behind-the-mic journey through our recent episodes. We hope you enjoyed gaining insight into our reflections and perspectives as we navigate the realms of modern parenting and ancestral wisdom. Leave us a review and tell us which was your favorite episode!

Previous Episodes Mentioned

47: Behind the Mic: Corey and Christine's Origin Stories

48: Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom with Mary Ruddick

49: Nourished--Feeding Kids is Deeper than Just Food with Deborah MacNamara

50: Homemade baby formula, raw milk, feeding children, and the Weston A. Price Foundation with Sally Fallon Morell

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Corey and I were thrilled to interview the president and co-founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, Sally Fallon Morell. In this episode we delve into the history of when Sally first read Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, her inspiration for writing Nourishing Traditions, and then how she started the foundation. We touch on how she fed her kids growing up, breastfeeding, homemade baby formula, and feeding teens. Sally also shared snippets of her life living in France with her young family and how she learned to cook. You won’t want to miss this episode! Resources Mentioned

Weston A. Price Foundation

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Nourishing Traditions

Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby and Child Care

Price-Pottenger Foundation

Homemade Baby Formula

Become a member of WAPF

Find your local WAPF Chapter Leader

Connect with Sally

Nourishing Traditions

@sallyfallonmorel

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In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Deborah MacNamara, author of the book: Nourished–
She talks about how food has been divorced from connection and it was never meant to be this way. In today’s society, we are worrying too much about WHAT to feed our families and forgetting to focus on our relationships. If you are a mama struggling with obsessing over what to feed your child, this episode is a breath of fresh air and will empower you to feel confident in your choices and know that your relationship with your child supersedes the food they are eating. This episode is a must-list and we think the combination of Mary Ruddick’s episode and this one complement each other perfectly. Previous Episodes Mentioned

How to Love Organ Meats with Janine Farzin

Unearthing Ancestral Wisdom with Mary Ruddick

Recipes Mentioned

Serious Eats

Steak and Kidney Tartlet

New York Times Cooking

Resources Mentioned

Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility

Neufeld Institute

Connect with Deborah

Deborah Macnamara

Facebook

instagram

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In this episode we have the privilege of exploring the fascinating realm of ancestral wisdom with Mary Ruddick. Mary shares her experiences living with the last of the traditional cultures and what she has learned from them. We discuss connection to nature, communal living, family structures, male and female roles, and how to apply the wisdom of these tribes in our broken, modern society. This is an episode you will want to listen to again and again because it is so fascinating!

Connect with Mary

Mary Ruddick

Enable Your Healing

@MaryQueenofHeart

Youtube: Sherlock Holmes of Health

Cows4Kids

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In this heartfelt episode, join our hosts as they take a stroll down memory lane, delving into the enchanting tale of how their paths first crossed. The hosts open up about their initial impressions of each other, their decision to start a podcast together, and their ideas for naming the show. Listeners will be treated to amusing anecdotes, relatable awkward moments, and perhaps even a few surprises as the hosts reminisce and journey down memory lane together. Grab a mug of broth or tea and settle in for a fun ride with Corey and Christine. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to hear more personal stories, leave a review and let your MAM hosts know!

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 0--The Prequel

72 Years of Wisdom

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Corey and I are thrilled to be back in 2024 with more educational, interesting, and fun episodes for you! We wanted to start the year off by learning all about herbalism. Lisa Masé is a holistic nutritionist, herbalist, and parent homesteading on the traditional lands of the Abenaki people in Vermont. In this episode, we discuss the basics of herbalism, growing herbs, the differences between tinctures, salves, and tonics, the best herbs to have in your medicine cabinet, and much more. Grab a pen and paper because you will want to write down everything Lisa says, especially towards the end of the episode! Our interest grew as the conversation progressed, and we plan to have her on for part 2.

Books Mentioned:

Chewing the Fat

Eating to Extinction

The Culinary Pharmacy

Resources Mentioned:

The Detox Project

Seeds of Renewal

Earthley

Mountain Rose Herbs

Herb Pharm

Connect with Lisa:

The Culinary Pharmacy

Harmonized Living

@harmonizedliving

@harmonizedlife

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Mamas, are you TTC, pregnant, nursing, or struggling with gestational diabetes then this is the episode you want to listen to! Lily Nichols is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to perinatal nutrition and we cover everything you will want to know about the subject. Some of the subjects we touch on are: the best foods to eat when trying to conceive; how much protein a pregnant woman needs; which foods provide key micronutrients for a developing baby; to take the glucose test or not; prenatal vitamins; and lots of other informative topics.

Please share this episode with all your mama friends far and wide! One of the reasons we created MAM was because we wish this was a podcast we had when we were young pregnant mothers raising babies. Share the knowledge and wealth and let’s work together to raise healthy, happy, and well-nourished children.

Books Mentioned:

Real Food for Gestational Diabetes

Real Food for Pregnancy

Glucose Goddess

Articles Mentioned:

Can you eat too much fish in pregnancy?

I failed the glucola

Prenatal Vitamin Recommendations

FullWell

Optimal Prenatal

Connect with Lily:

Lily Nichols

@lilynicholsrdn

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Reading aloud isn’t just for little kids! Sharing stories through oral tellings is an ancient tradition and in our modern world the custom is just as, if not even more, rich and necessary. Sarah MacKenzie gives us so much through this interview, as well as through her books and podcast. She is the kind of mom friend we all need. Full of encouragement and backed up with science, Sarah helps us revive the art of reading aloud for education, connection, relationships, and nourishment.

Note: We do talk about homeschooling in this episode, but we also talk about how to use all of Sarah’s wisdom in a non-homeschooling home as well.

Resources Mentioned:

25 Cent Notebook Episode of Read Aloud Revival

Nurturing Confident Communicators, Institute for Excellence in Writing, Andrew Pudewa

The Read-Aloud Handbook, by Jim Trelease

The Reading Promise, by Alice Ozma

Wired for Story, by Liza Cron

Dr. Michael Gurian

Marie Ripple (All About Reading)

Dr. Arnold Gesell - The Gesell Institute

30 Million Words, by Dana Suskind

Aggressively Happy, by Joy Clarkson

Story Books Mentioned:

Detectives in Togas

Story of the World

King Bidgoods in the Bathtub

Matilda

Ella Enchanted

Anne of Green Gables

Wuthering Heights

Percy Jackson

Bud, Not Buddy

Little House series

Harry Potter series

American Girl series

Dear America series

Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Tom Sawyer

Hardy Boys series

Babysitters Club series

Calvin and Hobbs

Watership Down graphic novel

Sarah’s books:

Teaching from Rest

Read Aloud Family

A Little More Beautiful

While Everyone is Sleeping

Connect with Sarah MacKenzie:

Waxwing Books

Waxwing on Instagram

Read Aloud Revival

RAR on Instagram

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Are you a caregiver getting ready to start solids with your baby? Or maybe you are a parent of a toddler and want to improve their eating habits. This episode with Dr. Leah Foreman is just the episode for you! We discuss when to start solids with baby, the best first foods to begin with, why eating whole, real foods are important for oral motor development, the difference between gagging and choking and a whole host of other topics related to feeding babies. This episode is great for grandparents as well and offers so much valuable information to help empower you as you start the journey of feeding your baby. If you want EXTRA support, please consider purchasing the Nurtured Foundations online course which is a podcast style course teaching caregivers the best methods for starting solids.

Resources Mentioned:

Nurtured Foundations Online Course

Nurtured Foundations e-Cookbook

BLISS study

Stokke Trip Trap High Chair (check second hand shops like Facebook marketplace and Craig’s list as these chairs have a wonderful resale value)

Ikea Antilop High Chair

Footrest Hack for Ikea High Chair

Connect with Leah Foreman:

Nurtured Pediatrics

@nurtured.pediatrics

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In this episode, we interviewed Sophia Nguyen Eng, author of the forthcoming Nourishing Asian Cookbook. Sophia is a first-generation Vietnamese-American and first-generation regenerative farmer. If you are a lover of Asian cuisine, this episode is for you! We discussed why Asian dishes have a complexity and depth of flavor, how Sophia became inspired to write the book and who helped her, Asian regenerative farming, her thoughts on MSG and soy sauce, and so much more. At the end of this episode, you will be craving Asian dishes and anxious to purchase her forthcoming book!

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Asian Cookbook (Pre-order now!)

Nourishing Traditions

Products Mentioned:

Osawa Soy Sauce (for cooking)

Properly Prepared Soy Sauce (not for cooking)

Rice Paper for Spring Rolls

Japanese Rice

Connect with Sophia Eng:

@sprinklewithsoil

Sprinkle with Soil

Pre-Order the Nourishing Asian Cookbook

YouTube Sprinkle With Soil

Substack Sprinkle with Soil

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Welcome to our mini-series titled: “How to Choose the Best ____.” In this episode, we cover grocery store bread.

Topics covered:

-History of grocery store, sliced bread

-What are the basic ingredients in bread

-Reading ingredient labels of a few popular bread brands

-Choosing the best bread options

-Discussion of commercial yeast

-Greenwashing bread labels

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar …

Podcasts Mentioned:

How to Choose the Best...? Flour Edition

How to Choose the Best..? Eggs Edition

Bakeries Mentioned:

Organic Bread of Heaven

Berlin Natural Bakery

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In this episode we interviewed Daniel Griffith of the Robinia Institute. In today’s climate, regenerative agriculture is a popular phrase being used in the farming and health industries, as well as marketing campaigns. Daniel unpacks what the label “regenerative agriculture” means and why the conversation and practices surrounding this trendy label might need to be reframed. He posits that regenerative agriculture does not actually get to the root cause of our problems since it simply continues the cycle of mechanization and reductionism. As Daniel so beautifully says: “First we need to heal the soul before healing the soil.” Tune in for a philosophical conversation about the land, our connection to it, agriculture, community, and the hope for a better future. Allan Savory calls Daniel the “poet laureate of holistic management,” and he did a fantastic job of painting a vivid picture of the landscape with his words.

Resources Mentioned:

Kiss the Ground Documentary

Jill Winger: The Prairie Homestead

Will Harris: White Oak Pastures

Dan Kittredge: The Bionutrient Institute

Bionutrient Food Association

Books Mentioned:

Nourishment by Fred Provenza

Podcasts Mentioned:

WAPF Interview with Daniel Griffith

Homegrown Education interview with Daniel Griffith

Connect with Daniel Griffith:

@daniel.firth.griffith

Robinia Institute

Daniel Firth Griffith

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Christine shares some big news on this episode and asks for advice from Corey. This entire episode is for the beginning homeschooling parent. We discuss the logistics of homeschooling multiple children, to join a co-op or not, organizational tips, and more. Even if you are not a homeschooling parent, this episode will still have valuable information for you!

Podcasts Mentioned:

Waldorf vs. Montessori Episode

Is Homeschooling Do-Able (for real)?

Resources Mentioned:

Great Homeschool Convention

Read Aloud Revival

Read Aloud Revival Podcast

Organizational Bins

Books Mentioned:

Teaching from Rest

The Read Aloud Family

Wonder

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Welcome to our mini series titled: “How to Choose the Best ____.” In this episode we cover FLOUR! Specifically wheat flour.

Topics covered:

Learn all about wheat as a plant. How it is catagorized, treated, and labled.

We give you the information so you can feel empowered to make the best choices for your family.

Additives to commercial flour.

The history of milling wheat and flour.

How to “properly prepare” grains.

The two schools of thought on Phytic Acid and anti-nutrients.

Ancient grains we mentioned:

Durum

Einkorn/Emmer

Kamut/Khorasan

Spelt

Resources Mentioned:

Zach Bush (glyphosate)

Stephanie Seneff (glyphosate)

Sally Norton (anti-nutrients in plants) on The Wise Traditions Podcast

The Mock Mill (stone mill for home use)

Azure Standard (for buying wheat berries)

Bread Beckers (for buying wheat berries)

Food Nanny (kamut)

Bob Quinn (kamut)

Bob’s Red Mill (kamut)

Organic Bread of Heaven (for buying bread products shipped)

Berkshire Mountain Bakery (for buying bread products shipped)

Janie’s Mill (mill that ships flour)

Marvel and Make Flour (Corey’s friend Brittany who sells flour in Brunswick, GA)

Cooked - Michael Pollan’s documentary

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions, by Sally Fallon

Flour Lab, by Adam Leonti

The Essential Home-Ground Flour Book, by Sue Becker

Sourdough School, by Vanessa Kimble

Einkorn, by Carla Bartolucci

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, Dr. Weston A. Price

Other Resourced Used:

What Is It? Wednesday: Bromated and Bleached Flour

What is a GMO?

Popular Weed Killer Deemed Probable Carcinogen by UN

Bugs, rodent hair and poop: How much is legally allowed in the food you eat every day?

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In this episode we welcomed back Alison Kay from The Ancestral Kitchen to discuss the topic of fermenting grains. She began by sharing her own personal experiences that led her to begin fermenting grains. Alison touches on the basics of fermentation, history of grain fermentation, and the nutritional aspect of fermenting. She ends the episode by sharing several of her favorite fermented grain recipes and how her family consumes fermented foods on a regular basis. This episode is a wonderful listen for anyone interested in food history and also wants to learn how to ferment grains to make ancient, unique beverages.

Books Mentioned:

Wild Fermentation

Nourishing Traditions

Eat Like a Human (Bill Schindler)

Recipes Mentioned:

Boza-Probiotic Millet Drink

Sowans-Scottish Oat Drink

Rye Sourdough Bread

Podcast(s) Mentioned:

MAM Episode #7 with Alison and Andrea

Connect with Alison :

@ancestral_kitchen

@ancestralkitchenpodcast

Ancestral Kitchen

Alison's Online Courses

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We are starting a new mini series with the podcast titled: “How to Choose the Best ____.” In this episode we cover EGGS! If you are confused about how to read egg carton labels then this episode is for you! We discuss the nutritional benefits of eggs, how to choose the best eggs in the grocery store, and how to decipher the marketing claims and labels on the cartens. Corey touches on her experience with raising backyard chickens and we end the episode discussing how to reuse egg shells in your own home.

Books Mentioned:

The Big Fat Surprise

Folks This Ain't Normal

The Marvelous Pigness of Pigs: Respecting and Caring for All of God's Creation

Podcast(s) Mentioned:

Joel Salatin on Joe Rogan

Choosing Family Food Values

Will Harris on Joe Rogan

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In this episode we interview Kali Johnson who specializes in structural integration bodywork and MoveNat. Structural integration bodywork focuses on the fascia and helping the body find a better relationship with gravity. Kali shares with us what fascia is, how it affects the body and common ailments. She also explains how fascia and feet and fascia and tongue ties are related. At the end of the episode we discuss barefoot shoes and how beneficial they are for the health of your entire body.

Resources Mentioned:

Anatomy Trains

Katy Bowman

Feldenkrais

Sharper Minds

Magda Gerber

RIE

MoveNat

Book(s) Mentioned:

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Podcast(s) Mentioned:

The Big Picture of Tongue Ties| Michale Chalam

DANCESCIENCEAPPROVED for 10% off of

Earth Runners

Connect with Kali Johnson:

@dancescienceapproved

Structural Elements

Patreon for Dancie Science Approved

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Don’t skip this episode based on the title alone, give it a listen you might be surprised what you learn from Janine! So are you one of those people who is afraid to eat organ meats? Maybe you are grossed out by them and would rather pop an organ meat capsule. Or maybe you are interested in learning how to eat them and serve them to your family but have no idea how to prepare them. This is the episode for you! Janine shares her wisdom and knowledge on the benefits of eating organ meats (yes you want to, trust me!), where to source them, the secret to preparing them well, and so much more. In fact, she had so much to say about organ meats that we divided her interview into two episodes. Sit down with a mug of broth and laugh along with us as Janine explains why these sacred foods are the most important foods we could eat.

Resources Mentioned:

Mark's Daily Apple

Weston A. Price Foundation

How to Properly Prepare Pork

Price-Pottenger

Bill Schindler

Farm Match

Find your local WAPF Chapter Leader

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Pottenger's Cats

Recipes Mentioned:

Steak and Kidney Pie

Bull's Testicles

Liver Tonic

Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Where to Source Nutrient Dense Foods

Janine's Interview on Wise Traditions

Connect with Janine Farzin:

@offallygoodcooking

Offally Good Cooking

The Liver Lover Challenge

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Don’t skip this episode based on the title alone, give it a listen you might be surprised what you learn from Janine! So are you one of those people who is afraid to eat organ meats? Maybe you are grossed out by them and would rather pop an organ meat capsule. Or maybe you are interested in learning how to eat them and serve them to your family but have no idea how to prepare them. This is the episode for you! Janine shares her wisdom and knowledge on the benefits of eating organ meats (yes you want to, trust me!), where to source them, the secret to preparing them well, and so much more. In fact, she had so much to say about organ meats that we divided her interview into two episodes. Sit down with a mug of broth and laugh along with Janine, Corey, and me as she explains why these sacred foods are the most important foods we can eat.

Resources Mentioned:

Mark's Daily Apple

Weston A. Price Foundation

How to Properly Prepare Pork

Price-Pottenger

Bill Schindler

Farm Match

Find your local WAPF Chapter Leader

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

Pottenger's Cats

Recipes Mentioned:

Steak and Kidney Pie

Bull's Testicles

Liver Tonic

Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Where to Source Nutrient-Dense Foods

Janine's Interview on Wise Traditions

Connect with Janine Farzin:

@offallygoodcooking

Offally Good Cooking

The Liver Lover Challenge

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Tune into today’s episode if you want to hear all about spirituality as a form of nourishment, how to be calm in the “eye of the storm,” the benefits of cold plunging, and tidbits about exploring the world and being in community with indigenous groups of people. Hilda Labrada Gore, the popular host and producer of the Wise Traditions Podcast, shares her wisdom and stories with our listeners. She also shares some of her kids’ favorite meals and how she would prepare them and how she made them nutrient dense. Sit down with a warm cup of broth (or tea!) and laugh along with us as joyful and exuberant Hilda chats away, you will feel like she is in your own living room with you!

Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Wise Traditions Podcast

Real Kids, Real Food (co-host Corey Dunn’s interview on Wise Traditions)

Where to Source Nutrient Dense Foods

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Bill Schindler

Primal Hacker

Hilary Boynton

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

1000 Gifts

Food Resources Mentioned:

Ula Tortillas (D.C. Area)

FarmMatch

Real Milk

Force of Nature

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In this episode, Corey and I had an entertaining and informative conversation with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the popular Discover Ag podcast. Natalie and Tara are two millennial female farmers who shared their experiences and expertise with us on dairy farming, the anti-meat narrative, nutrition and meat, feeding steers and dairy cows, labeling meat, and so much more. We loved hearing a different perspective on conventional farming from two passionate women in the agriculture industry who are trying to make a difference for farmers. 

Resources Mentioned:

Sustainable Dish Podcast with Diana Rogers

Country of Origin Labeling

Books Mentioned:

Sacred Cow by Diana Rogers

Connect with Natalie and Tara:

@discoverag_

@nataliekovarik

@taravanderdussen

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In this episode, Corey and I chat with Victoria Boron. Victoria is currently studying to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and eventually Doctor of Nursing Practice. Victoria found herself in a challenging situation and needing government assistance to help feed her family. In this episode, we discuss how families in these delicate situations can still find real, whole foods even while on WIC and SNAP benefits. Victoria shares innumerable resources and ways to maximize your food dollars without sacrificing nutrition. 

Books Mentioned:

Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols

Real Food for Gestational Diabetes by Lily Nichols

Eat Like A Human by Bill Schindler

Resources Mentioned:

Ted Naiman

Cronometer

Connect with Victoria:

@Grexicangainz

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In this episode, Corey and I chat with Crystal from the Abundantly Blessed Homestead about how the cost of real food might be more affordable than we might think. Crystal gives lots of ideas on how to stretch your budget (ie: drinking broth before meals to help fill you up) while still eating nutrient-dense real foods. She also breaks down the cost of a few meals she has made for her family and compares them to the cost of purchasing the same processed food version. While this episode does mention specific costs of certain foods, inflation and the market is ever-changing, and since this episode was recorded there has been some fluctuation. We address this at the end of the show for clarification for our listeners.

Resources Mentioned:

Dirty Dozen

Azure Standard (Online Bulk Purchasing)

Palm Fruit Shortening

Diatomaceous Earth

Food Saver Containers

Recipes and Meal Plans Mentioned:

Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Fermented Rice Recipe

Meal Plan Guide

Freezer Meal Plan Guide

Homemade Cheeze It Cracker Recipe

Flax Egg

Connect with Crystal:

Abundantly Blessed Homestead

Abhomestead22@gmail.com

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In this Budgeting 101 episode, Corey and I discuss several different topics related to real food budgeting. We cover how to prioritize nutrient density (when possible), the difference between value and price, the cost of real food versus packaged and processed foods, and practical application tips and tricks for how to save money. This episode is only one part of a series of episodes covering budgeting and managing the rising costs of food in today’s modern world.

Books Mentioned:

Dave Ramsey Financial Fitness

100 Days of Real Food on a Budget

100 Days of Real Food Meal Plans

Resources Mentioned:

Copper River Valley Fish Collective (Salmon)

Azure Standard

Bread Beckers (Grain Club)

Offally Good Cooking

Kalona Supernatural on Homegrown Education Podcast

Jamie Oliver’s Keep Cooking and Carry On (can be found on Hulu)

Budget Eats-Delish

Nate’s Raw Harvest (properly prepared granola)

Article Mentioned:

Good, Better, Best: Traditional Foods for Every Budget

Previous MAM Episodes Mentioned:

Choosing Family Food Values

Finding Joy in Homemaking

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We are honored to interview Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished and talk all about how and what to feed your tweens! This episode is for EVERYONE, not just parents of kids ages 9-14. One point Renee makes is that the foundation for nourishing our kids starts at a young age. So parents of babies and toddlers, please don’t skip this episode!

In this episode we discuss:

-food education and how to have these conversations with our kids

-what and how to feed tweens

-managing birthday parties

-packing lunches for older kids

-the difference between “at home foods” and lunch foods

-budgeting and how to feed your ravenous tweens without breaking the bank

-parenting and managing screens

-social media and tweens

Resources mentioned:

Weston A. Price Foundation

Nourished Kitchen

Super Nutrition for Babies

Nourishing Traditions Children’s Cookbook

FREE Snack Chart

Canyon Bakehouse Gluten-Free Bread

Recipes Mentioned:

Sheet Pan French Fries

Roast Chicken

Connect with Renee Kohley

@raisinggenerationnourished

Raising Generation Nourished

Books: Nourished Beginnings

The Little Lunchbox Cookbook

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Happy New Year! In this episode, Corey and I wanted to start the new year off by discussing Family Food Values and how to implement them in your home. Before the episode starts, we chat about what we did over the holidays and catch up. If you want to skip that part of the episode, jump to minute 12:14.

In regards to Family Food Values, we cover:

-breaking up family food values into different categories: reading ingredient labels, choosing produce (organic vs. conventional), choosing meat (pastured vs. conventional), etc.

-how to have a conversation about family food values with your husband, children, and extended family members

-how to stay vigilant with family food values and eating out at restaurants

-the difference between value and price and decide what matters to YOUR family

-creating family traditions, experiences, and memories around food

Resources mentioned:

Modern Stone Age Kitchen

Homegrown Education Curriculum

The Biggest Little Farm Documentary

Nourishing Traditions Children’s Cookbook

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In this episode, Corey and I answer all your burning questions! We tried to get to as many questions as possible but were unable to answer ALL of them. We will save the questions not answered for a future episode. See below for the questions we were able to answer.

Kitchen/Cooking Related Questions

1. How much time do you spend in the kitchen making 3 healthy meals for your family?
2. Tips for those living in apartments where you don’t have space for deep freezers, gardening, etc…

Parenting/Homeschooling Questions

1. What is the kind way to deal with all the kids art projects?
2. How do you organize your day with homeschooling and getting tasks done AND making dinner?
3. Did you bed share? If so how did you transition to own bed or crib?
4. Since your children eat a nourishing diet, do you notice them different than other children?

Nutrition/Health

1. What do you mean by you feel like crap/awful the next day after eating super unhealthy?

Resources mentioned:

Check your ovens, they might have a “delay” feature! Don’t forget to use the “delay” feature on your Instant Pots as well.

Modern Stone Age Kitchen

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Today we are talking way more than just a turkey sandwich!

Resources Mentioned:

Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Julia Child

Why Did Jello Salad Go Out of Style, Proof podcast

Fannie’s Last Supper

Will Harris on Joe Rogan

Always Hungry with Bobby Flay and Sofie Flay

Recipes Information:

Turkey Bone Broth (Nourish the Littles)

Gluten-free chicken pot pie (Danielle Walker)

Sourdough pie crust (Butter for All)

Sourdough chicken pot pie (Farmhouse on Boone)

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Get all the Thanksgiving tips and tricks. Hear from Christine and Corey about what we do with our families and how we handle the planning, cooking, and family dynamics.

Don’t forget to save your turkey bones and make bone broth, turkey broth is delicious!

Correction: Corey said that her husband is hoping to get a wild turkey for Thanksgiving. This is not an option because the of the turkey hunting season isn’t until after the holiday. 

Resources Mentioned:

Thanksgiving Gantt Chart (the organizing spreadsheet Corey mentioned)

Recipes Information:

Thanksgiving Stuffing with Giblets: Liver, Heart, and Gizzard

Turkey Broth

Thanksgiving Sides

Dry Brined Turkey

Sourdough Pie Crust

Sourdough Pumpkin Roll

Pumpkin Bone Marrow Custard 

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In this episode, we interview James Barry, chef and founder of Eat Pluck, an organ meat-based seasoning. The conversation flows in and out of various topics including diet culture and the many different diet fads, including organ meats in the diet, bio-individuality, listening to the body’s wisdom, being a stay-at-home dad and so much more. This conversation got deep on many different levels and is packed with nuggets of wisdom from James who has been in the ancestral eating space for over 16 years.

Books Mentioned:

The Nourishing Traditions Cookbook for Children

It Takes Guts

Sapiens

Nutrition Information

Restorative Wellness Solutions

Nutritional Therapy Association

Connect with James Barry

@chefjamesbarry

@eatpluck

Eat Pluck

Previous MAM Episode Mentioned:

Halloween Episode

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In this episode, Corey and I reflect on our birthdays and everything we have learned in the past 36 years of our lives. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to listen to our episodes and follow us along on our journey of motherhood and holistic living. Stay tuned for many more interesting and informative episodes in season 2!    Barefoot Shoes: Crupon Barefoot Sandals Xero Barefoot Shoes for Kids Earth Runners   Natural Movement: Structural Elements (Local to DFW only) Kali Johnson @dancescienceapproved    Previous MAM Episodes Mentioned: Halloween Episode Wise Traditions Conference 2021 Recap Postpartum Episode

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This is the last episode of season 1. We will be back soon with more episodes!

Trigger warning: Eating disorders

This episode touches on so many wonderful topics! Liz shares her history of her eating disorder and how that led her to create the Homegrown Education Curriculum. She talks about how we can educate our own kids (no matter what age) on the food they are eating and give them a lifelong, healthy relationship with food. She dives into what the Homegrown Education Curriculum is and how individuals can use it in their home or school. Finally, the conversation weaves in and out following the theme that food education IS food FREEDOM. Ultimately, we want our kids (and ourselves) to have the knowledge and freedom to choose the best foods for our family. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Nourishing Traditions Cookbook for Children

Films Mentioned:

From the Source on the Magnolia Network

Master Chef Junior

Resources Mentioned:

UDF (United Dairy Farmers)

Connect with Liz Haselmayer:

@homegrown_education

Homegrown Education

Homegrown Podcast

Christine’s Starting Solids with Baby Online Course:

Nurtured Foundations

The Nurtured Foundations Cookbook

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In this episode, we talk about a hot topic: snacks! We start out by sharing some of the statistics related to Americans and their snacking habits as well as how much money the snacking industry makes. Then we go into some of the effects snacks have on our health and our children’s health. The conversation also touches on managing snacks outside the home at parties, sports events, and relatives’ homes. We end the episode by discussing how we each of our families manage snacks at home, what snacks we feed our kids, and listing off some of our favorite packaged snack brands as well as homemade snack ideas. 

Because there were so many snack brands and homemade snack suggestions mentioned in the episode, we decided to create a document to put them all together in one place for our listeners. As a thank you for taking the time to listen to our podcast, please click here to access the Modern Ancestral Mama Snacking Cheat Sheet! 

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In this episode, we interview Lisa Clark from Holistic Homemaking. We cover what homemaking is, the benefits it imparts on family life, how anyone can be a homemaker, budgeting tips, and finding joy in the kitchen. Lisa shares a little bit of her past and how she became interested in homemaking and ancestral nutrition. We discuss how even the busiest Modern Ancestral Mama can be a homemaker and how it can positively create a nurturing environment for the family.

Books Mentioned:

Nourishing Traditions

Resources Mentioned:

Mylar Bags with Oxygen Absorber

5 Gallon Jugs for Raw Milk

Azure Standard

Connect with Lisa Clark:

Holistic Homemaker Substack

Holistic Homemaking Instagram (@holistic_homemaking)

Free ebook

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In this episode, we talk about drinks! We discuss the less than desirable popular drinks consumed in today’s modern culture. Then we share some healthier alternatives as well as strategies for weaning off the extra sugary processed drinks. The conversation also touches on managing drinks outside the home at parties and relatives’ homes.

Note: At the beginning of the show we talked a little bit about Coca-Cola and Corey might have mentioned something about the original recipe containing cocaine…after further research, we realized it was not the whole truth and had a good laugh about our blunder. Here is a fun article on the history of the original Coca-Cola. Oops!

Books Mentioned:

Cancer and the New Biology of Water

Nourishing Traditions

Recipes Mentioned:

Thanksgiving Stuffing with Gizzards

Chicken Salad with Liver (or gizzards)

Bone Broth Hot Chocolate

Other Podcast Mentioned:

The Ancestral Kitchen

Products Mentioned:

LMNT Electrolyte Powder

Dry Farm Wines (Corey’s Affiliate Link) *When you purchase using this link, you can get a bottle for a penny! And Corey gets a kickback. Thanks for supporting her!

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In this episode, we interview Laura Prentice who is a Fertility Awareness Method practitioner. We touch on what FAM is and how women can use it to achieve or prevent pregnancy. She also shares with us the dark truth behind birth control, Pap smears, and mammograms. Finally, she shares with us how the modern ancestral mom can support their daughter through the tumultuous puberty years and reminds us all that womanhood is sacred, beautiful, and worthy of being celebrated! 

Note Christine made a mistake and introduced Laura as “Laura Beldam,” her actual name is: Laura Prentice. 

Resources Mentioned:

Girls Online Menstrual Course

Denelle Barbara Randall (@cervicalwellness)

Cervical Wellness

Connect with Laura Prentice:

Beldam Woman Care

Beldam Woman Care Instagram (@beldamwomancare)

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In this episode, we talk about artificial colors and their effects on the body, sugar and its history and effect on the body. Then we transition into discussing desserts and strategies for making them more nutrient-dense, we also share some of our favorite dessert recipes. The conversation also touches on managing desserts in the home, at parties, and with relatives, etc.

Recipes Mentioned:

Bone Marrow Custard (Pumpkin Flavor)

Instant Pot New York Cheesecake

Instant Pot Rice Pudding

Vanilla Ice Cream

Coconut Macaroons

Dairy Free Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta

Cobbler

Sourdough Desserts (Farmhouse on Boone)

Books:

Nourishing Traditions

Food Babe

Chewing the Fat

Half the Sugar, All the Love

Nourishing Traditions Cookbook for Children

Food Products Mentioned:

India Tree Natural Food Dyes

Supernatural Sprinkles

Wholesome Coconut Sugar

History of Sugar:

The Barbaric History of Sugar in America

Sugar, The Bitter Truth

Online Course Mentioned:

Real Food + Real Families

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

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In this episode, we interview Katie Crosby from Thriving Littles. Katie is a pediatric OT specializing in healing individuals through emotional work and nervous system recalibration. She works with children and adults on relational, physical, and spiritual healing and evolution through sensory and emotional regulation. In this episode, we discussed the definition of respectful parenting, the different styles of parenting, what is emotional regulation, the importance of environment and feeling safe, how to manage big transitions, and so much more!

Podcasts Mentioned on Respectful Parenting:

Unruffled

Simplicity Parenting

Books Mentioned on Respectful Parenting:

Becky Bailey I Love You Rituals

Becky Bailey Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline

First Feelings

The Whole Brain Child

Rest, Play, Grow

Simplicity Parenting

Beyond Behaviors

No Bad Kids

Brain Body Parenting

No Drama Discipline

It’s Okay Not to Share

Siblings Without Rivalry

Reflections for Adults:

Carrie Contey

Connect with Katie Crosby:

Thriving Littles

Thriving Littles Instagram

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

In this episode we discussed dinners. We talked about meal schedules and meal planning, how to make nutrient-dense dinners, and how to transition from SAD (Standard American Diet) dinner foods to cleaner options. Plus how we handle picky eating in our homes.

Food Products Mentioned:

Organic Bread of Heaven

Force of Nature Meats

Recipes Mentioned:

Steak and Kidney Pie

Perfect Roast Chicken

Parenting and Mealtimes:

Division of Responsibility

Conversation Cards

Corey’s Summer Meal Plan

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world. 

Show Notes:

In this episode, we interview Sloane Simon of @simonsaysrealfood and she shares with us her beginning homesteading and homeschooling journey. We talk about how she got started, what her family looked for when searching for a property, and the first animals they bought and currently care for. She also shares with us her knowledge about owning a jersey cow, how she feeds her, milks her, and the benefits of having a family milk cow. 

Homesteading IG accounts mentioned:

@venisonfordinner

@slowdownfarmstead

@therealteals

@urbanfarmwife

Books: 

Keeping A Family Milk Cow

Justin Rhodes

Connecting with Weston A. Price Community:

Find a WAPF Chapter leader

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

In this episode we discussed lunches. We talked about packing lunches, how to make nutrient-dense lunches, how to transition from SAD lunch foods to cleaner options, and who to contact if you are interested in making a difference in your school’s lunch program.

Food Products Mentioned

Organic Bread of Heaven

School of Lunch (Lunch Leader Training Academy)

Appplegate Charcuterie Plate

Applegate Charcuterie Salami Plate

Applegate Charcuterie Salami and Pepperjack Plate

Lunch Products Mentioned:

Lunchbots Thermos

Lunchbots Bento Boxes

Planetbox

Lunchskins

Kleen Kanteen

Pura Stainless Steel Waterbottles

People Mentioned:

Hilary Boynton

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world. 

Show Notes: 

In this episode, we interview Dr. Bill Schindler and his wife Christina Schindler from The Modern Stone Age Kitchen. Dr. Bill is the author of Eat Like A Human and an archeologist, primitive technologist, and chef. He and Christina share about their travels, the unique foods they have eaten, and the secrets to feeding teenagers ancestrally in today’s modern world. 

Books:

Eat Like A Human 

Connect with our guests:

Dr. Bill and Christina Schindler @drbillschindler @modernstoneagekitchen 

The Modern Stone Age Kitchen

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

On this episode, we talk about our breakfast routines, schedules, and tips and tricks that help us get deeply nourishing breakfasts into our kids every morning. We talk organizing, batch cooking, building better smoothies, school mornings,

Links:

Raising Generation Nourished School Morning Breakfast Menu Free Printable

Perfect Supplments Collagen

Great Lakes Collagen

Emu Oil

Protein Powder

Brain Lube

Real Food + Real Families Course

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

In this episode, we interview Alison and Andrea, two Ancestral Modern Mamas consciously living following ancestral practices in their respective homes. Alison, living in Florence and cooking up delicious ferments, and following her passion for learning about ancient Italian foods while Andrea lives on a farm in the Pacific Northwest and homeschools her three children. These two women have a wealth of knowledge on how to raise kids and nurture relationships with spouses in the modern world while following this lifestyle.

Recipes:

Sourdough Spelt Pizza Dough

Beef Heart Jerky

Fat Bomb Recipe

Gummy Recipe (Christine)

Gummy Recipe (Corey)

Breakfast Cookie

Basic Soaked Oatmeal

Breakfast Bar

Books:

Nourishing Traditions for Baby and Child Care

Connect with our guests:

Alison: @ancestral_kitchen

Ancestral Kitchen

Andrea @Farmandhearth

Farm and Hearth

@AncestralKitchenpodcast

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

In this episode we discuss how to source real, nutrient-dense food, questions to ask your local farmer, strategies for how and where to shop smartly, and practical tips you can implement now. This episode is resource-heavy, check out the links below for everything mentioned in the show.

*Note: We do mention Ballerina Farm as a farm that ships nationwide. However, after further investigation, it has come to our attention that some of their products don’t have the cleanest ingredients. As we recommend on the show, be an advocate for your family’s health and always read ingredient labels or ask for ingredients if they are not listed.

Finding Local Farms:

WAPF Local Chapters

Eat Wild

Raw Milk Finder

Farm Match

Slow Food

Texas Real Food

The Cornucopia Institute

Meat Boxes:

U.S. Wellness Meats

Butcher Box

Catoctin Mountain Farm

Polyface Farms

The Family Cow

Fermenting Resources:

Cultures for Health

Cultured Food Life

Grocery Shopping Resources:

Azure Standard

Organic Bread of Heaven

WAPF Trusted Shopping Guide

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

Nina Marie, postpartum doula, lactation educator, and FNTP discusses with us all about the importance of the postpartum time. She focuses on nutrition, the importance of rest, sleep, and offers practical tips for empowering others to help postpartum moms during this sacred time. You can find Nina at @mamawheel on Instagram or work with her Mama Wheel. She lives in Dallas, Texas, and helps moms virtually or in-person regain their vitality and strength to become the best moms they can be.

Products:

Herbal Perineal Spray

Lactation Bars

Books:

The First 40 Days

The Postnatal Depletion Cure

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world.

Show Notes:

Corey shares her experience homeschooling her kids and what curriculums she uses. She talks about their daily rhythm and why homeschooling was the best choice for her family. Make sure to listen and check out all the resources she shares about homeschooling and the many different curriculum options!

School Lunch Containers:

Planet Box

Bentgo

Lunchbots

Education:

The Good and the Beautiful

Charlotte Mason Curriculum

Homegrown Education

Our 50 States

Books:

Wingfeather Saga

Connoisseur Kids

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world. 

Show Notes:

School Lunches

Paleo Valley Meat Sticks

Epic Meat Bars

Education:

Waldorf Education 

Montessori Education 

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A podcast for mamas, by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living to the everyday, modern mom. We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world. 

Thanks for listening to Modern Ancestral Mamas

You can find Christine @nourishthelittles

You can find Corey @fornutrientssake

Follow us on IG @modernancestralmamas

Show Notes:

Links to the information covered in the show. 

Offally Good Cooking

Homeopathic Professional Anke Zimmerman

Wise Traditions Conference 2021 Lectures:

Access the conference lectures to watch or listen to Here

Free Lectures:

David Martin Lecture

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Christine and Corey chat all things Halloween. Find out how we handle candy (our answers might surprise you), costumes, and more. 

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Welcome to Modern Ancestral Mamas, a podcast for mamas created by mamas. We discuss ancestral food, cooking, feeding our families, and holistic living with the everyday, modern mom.

We are Corey and Christine, two mamas on a mission to nourish our families holistically while keeping it real in today’s crazy world. Follow us on this adventure and enjoy the stories and information we share,

Thanks for listening to Modern Ancestral Mamas

You can find Christine @nourishthelittles

You can find Corey @fornutrientssake

Follow us on IG @modernancestralmamas

Show Notes:

Links to the books, recipes, and information covered in the show.

Recipes:

Sweet Bone Marrow Custard

Pumpkin Chili

Books:

The UnHealthy Truth By Robyn O’Brien

Nourishing Traditions By Sally Fallon Morel

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration By Dr. Weston A. Price

Topics Discussed:

Weston A. Price Foundation

Price-Pottenger Cat Study