29: Pregnancy, Motherhood & Homeschooling Hot Takes - Q&A Episode

We used to roll our eyes at crunchy moms, now we are them.We’re back with a fan-favorite Q&A episode, and we’re sharing our unfiltered take on everything from non-toxic tampons to homeschooling, EMFs, veganism, and the real reason we don’t allow sleepovers. We talk about the party we threw for Jordan’s daughter’s first birthday (think charcuterie and clean cupcakes), why we’ll never say “fed is best,” and what it actually means to raise kids who aren’t constantly being shaped by a broken system. If you’re tired of the mainstream and want honest, grounded takes on motherhood, health, and raising empowered kids, this one’s for you.You’ll Learn:The real reason “fed is best” misses the point when it comes to infant nutritionWhat it feels like to throw a seed-oil-free, dye-free, charcuterie-filled first birthday partyWhy mainstream sleep training advice ignores the biology of infant sleepThe surprising link between red meat consumption and placenta healthWhat happens when you homeschool kids without conforming to the systemWhy hiring a doula and learning about breastfeeding are better prep than building a registryThe quiet damage of scented tampons, seed oils, and unfiltered waterHow to actually eat clean while traveling or eating outThe overlooked risk of early electronics exposure and unsupervised playdatesWhy leaving for the hospital may be the first intervention in laborTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:16] What Kate would do differently as a first-time mom[08:01] Tips for minimizing EMF exposure while pregnant or using tech[09:48] How I eat clean on the road and at restaurants[11:01] Can you be crunchy and vegetarian[14:51] Pregnancy, labor, and birth hot takes[17:38] Why “fed is best” is misleading[20:44] Non-toxic tampon and period product recommendations[23:32] Thoughts on fasting and veganism during religious practices[24:59] Why Kate homeschools and what people get wrong about it[32:59] Why Jordan doesn’t allow sleepovers and how she protects her kid’s safety online and offlineFollow us on Instagram:Kate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themoderncrunchymumShop my favourite 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