17: How to Prepare for Pregnancy as a Crunchy Mom - Kate and Jordan's Experience

Your OB isn’t your boss—so why do we treat them like they are?In this unfiltered episode of Moms Unbothered, Jordan and Kate crack open the truths most people shy away from about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. From rejecting the pressure to “snap back” after birth, to questioning the overuse of ultrasounds and Pitocin, the conversation is packed with insight, humor, and bold honesty. Whether you're prepping for pregnancy or healing from a past one, this episode will challenge what you thought you knew—and remind you that your body, your birth, and your baby should always be on your terms.You’ll Learn:How preconception detoxing shapes your baby’s gut microbiome and long-term healthWhy folic acid may increase postpartum risks—and what to use insteadWhat ultrasounds often get wrong about fetal development and due datesHow to reframe postpartum planning for real recovery and nervous system supportWhy circumcision is more about culture than medical necessityWhat common OB advice overlooks about exercise and body trust in pregnancyHow your partner’s sperm health impacts fertility, placenta function, and birth outcomesWhy “sleeping through the night” isn’t biologically normal—or desirable—for newbornsWhat the B.R.A.I.N. decision framework reveals about medical consent during birthHow early nutrition and mineral intake affect hormone balance and pregnancy resilienceTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:00] Fertility and postpartum recovery[02:00] Marriage plans and future pregnancy timing[04:00] Preparing for a home birth experience[06:00] Detoxing and prepping for pregnancy[08:00] Mental health and childhood wounds[10:00] Avoiding high expectations in parenting[12:00] Folic acid versus folate debate[14:00] Importance of critical thinking in healthcare[16:00] Common misconceptions about pregnancy diet[18:00] Affordable detox options for fertility[20:00] Personal stories about unnecessary ultrasounds[22:00] Avoiding medical pressure and stress[24:00] Medical myths about pregnancy[26:00] Gestational diabetes test alternatives[28:00] Breaking the fear of natural birth[30:00] Rethinking birth interventions[32:00] Making informed parenting decisions[34:00] Building a realistic postpartum plan[36:00] Setting boundaries in the postpartum period[38:00] Importance of rest in the fourth trimester[40:00] Partner roles in postpartum recovery[42:00] Mental health and self-care postpartum[44:00] Setting up your environment for success[46:00] Preparing for the emotional journey[48:00] Taking control of your birth experienceFollow us on Instagram:Kate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themodernisticholisticAffiliates:Shop my favorite clean products & get 10% off here with code CRUNCHYMOMThe air purifier I trust at home - get $100 off hereOur go-to for pure, clean water - get $100 off here