EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 58 MIN
Honoring The Postpartum Period & Nourishing Female Physiology (with Ashley from A Nourished Mother) | Ep. 47
from Holy Confident Birth | Catholic Natural Birth, Holistic Motherhood, Birth and Postpartum For Catholic + Christian Moms · host Eve O'Brien
✨ Download The FREE Speedy Birth Blueprint Here🕊 The DIY Doula Guide For Catholic Moms🕊 Join The Holy Confident Birth CourseThis week, I'm chatting with Ashley, the voice and heart behind @anourishedmother on Instagram, to dive deep into what it means to nourish yourself as a mother: body, mind, and spirit.Ashley shares her journey from veganism to nutrient-dense living, the lessons she learned through her home birth experiences, and how her postpartum seasons shaped her philosophy on nourishment and radical self-responsibility. Together, we explore what true support looks like for women after birth, how food and minerals play a foundational role in healing, and why slowing down is so vital in a culture obsessed with productivity.We also talk about:The wisdom of cravings in pregnancy and postpartumHow stress, rest, and community shape recovery after birthPractical ways to honor your physiology in postpartum even when circumstances are less than idealThe hard but freeing truth about stepping into motherhood as a new identityWhy Ashley believes motherhood is a legacy—a transmission of values and strength to the next generationMentioned in the Episode:Follow Ashley on Instagram: @anourishedmotherReal Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols (book recommended in the episode)Resources:🕊️ FREE LABOR POSITIONS GUIDE🕊️ THE HOLY CONFIDENT BIRTH COURSE🧺 SHOP MY MOTHERHOOD FAVESBe assured of my prayers as you prepare for one of the most powerful experiences of your life. You were made for this!About MeHi, friend! I’m Eve—a Catholic mom, Registered Nurse, Doula, and Childbirth Educator. I help women reclaim God’s design for childbirth and prepare for natural, faith-centered birth experiences they’ll love. On this podcast, we’ll explore birth, faith, and natural motherhood with Jesus at the center.Want to learn more? Visit holyconfidentbirth.com.DisclaimerThis content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized care.Subscribe & leave a review to help more women discover this countercultural, Christ-centered birth education
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✨ Download The FREE Speedy Birth Blueprint Here 🕊 The DIY Doula Guide For Catholic Moms 🕊 Join The Holy Confident Birth Course This week, I'm chatting with Ashley, the voice and heart behind @anourishedmother on Instagram, to dive deep into what it means to nourish yourself as a mother: body, mind, and spirit. Ashley shares her journey from veganism to nutrient-dense living, the lessons she learned through her home birth experiences, and how her postpartum seasons shaped her phi...
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