40 | A Healthy Approach to the Challenges of Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum Care with Dr. Nicole McCauley DACCP, IBCLC

All things babies! This is your chance to hear from a health expert on topics like infertility, healthy pregnancies, postpartum challenges, unexpected pregnancies and high-needs children.  Starting with emotional stories of Dr. McCauley’s legacy and her emotional journey through infertility, this episode really digs deep into all things women’s health through pregnancy and postpartum. We discuss the emotional impacts of infertility and some common factors that are often overlooked for mom AND dad, such as diet, work environment and exposure to harmful chemicals. Next, we discuss important things to consider for a healthy pregnancy and Dr. McCauley focuses us in on lifestyle factors.  Pregnant moms need to be mindful of what they eat and drink, of course, but also what they take into their body through their environment. Remember to focus on gratitude and peace! And don’t neglect chiropractic care.  As you approach time for labor and delivery, Dr. Nicole shares some great tips to help that go as smoothly as possible, and encourages mamas to know their negotiables and non-negotiables ahead of time. Be sure to communicate those things with your birth partners and care team. Then what about care for mamas after delivery? Dr. McCauley shares very passionately about meeting the needs of moms post-partum in that “fourth trimester”. Moms not only have physical needs and healing to go through, but also psychological, mental and emotional needs. We chat about ways to help well in this season. Recommendations from Dr. McCauley Taking Charge of Your Fertility, book by Toni Weschler The Schaefer Protocol - Creating Healthy Humans Dynamic Strides - in Springfield, MO Your Circle - Pathways Connect Facebook Group  Find a Doctor - find a chiropractor who specializes in the Webster Technique Connect with Dr. McCauley Dr. McCauley’s website On Facebook  On Instagram FREE GUIDE: 30 Ways to Celebrate Without Junk-Food Connect with the Daily Wellness Community  website: dailywellnesscommunity.com IG: @dailywellnesscommunity Facebook: Daily Wellness Community Leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts Some products I mention may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of my links. Our family greatly appreciates your support, it helps us keep creating the free resources we make for you all! DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website