Not Cha Momma Pod

In this episode, the NCMP discuss recent trips to get to see Childless and Endo friends, including the 3rd annual Turts Trip! So much love to all of our friends whom make time to see us. We love you. Hope you enjoy this episode where we recap our trips and discuss the value and work these relationships take. Like, share, follow. We're on IG @notchamommapod

In today's episode you meet Charlie and hear her story of infertility and what life beyond infertility means for her. Love Charlie?! Make sure to follow and listen to her TWO podcasts! @lifebeyondinfertility and @romantasyreadspod. Like, share, comment if you liked this episode! Follow along on IG @notchamommapod

Trigger Warning! - We continue to discuss miscarriage and child loss. We finish discussing Lisa's personal story to becoming Childless not by Choice and how it developed into a coaching business where she invests her times helping others along their journey. Want to work with Lisa? Send her an email at [email protected]. Also check her out at @familyredefinedwithlisa on IG or on her website www.familyredefinedwithlisa.com. Make sure to like, share, and leave us a comment. Follow along on IG @notchamommapod. As this airs - we will be REUNITED on our annual Turtle trip. Follow along on IG for the full experience.

Trigger warning! Miscarriage and loss are discussed during this conversation. Part 1 of our discussion with Lisa on her story that lead to a title of Childless not by Choice and her career of coaching others to find happiness in a life as such. This was such a fun and relatable conversation for us and we are grateful for the candidness in with Lisa shares her story and how she has found happiness, as well as other important topics like things we tried to do in order to get pregnant and the importance of friendship. Make sure to check out Part 2 that will drop in 2 weeks! Follow Lisa on IG @familyredefinedwithlisa or online at www.familyredefinedwithlisa.com. Thank you for joining us and becoming an immediate lifelong friend Lisa! Follow us on IG @notchamommapod. Give us a like, share, and a comment. We'd appreciate it greatly!

March is Endo Awareness month and in this episode, The NCMP discuss how they relate to the Endo community in 2024. Come hang out with us as we update you on our health and how we engage as adults who have a chronic illness. We also have a candid conversation on our health and eating. Follow along on IG @notchamommapod DM if you want to be on the show or have a topic you'd like discussed!

Part 2 of our discussion with Samm discussing her business Matcha Nude. Looking for a coffee alternative? How about one that is owned by a fellow Endo babe with your needs in mind? Tune in to find out more! Follow Samm on ig @sammssimplelife and at @matchanude. Online at www.matchanude.com As always, like share and comment below to help support our show!  Follow along on ig @notchamommapod 

Meet Samm! She's an amazing friend of NCMP that happens to be a chronic illness warrior that battles multiple conditions, including Endometriosis. Same is a fertility + wellness coach and a business owner of our favorite matcha company, Matcha Nude. Join us today for part 1 of Samm's story. Follow Samm on ig @sammssimplelife and at @matchanude. Online at www.matchanude.com As always, like share and comment below to help support our show! Follow along on ig @notchamommapod

It's 2024 and the NCMP is back! Did you miss us? We definitely missed you! Catch up with us as we reflect on our 2023, what we're looking forward to in 2024, and provide updates on our lives. Want to be a guest on the NCMP in 2024? DM us on IG @notchamommapod. Like, share, subscribe.

Tanya Hubbard joins the NCMP to chat and discuss her path to counseling other childless not by choice individuals. We appreciate this conversation more than we can express and know you will too! Follow Tanya on IG @rest.your.heart.here or on her website www.tanyahubbard.com Like, Share, Review. Follow us on IG @notchamommapod

CROSS OVER TIME! Not Cha Momma Pod and Radiate with Rita in one podcast! No Way! What could be better than our chaotic energy and time spent catching up with as friends? Um..... Notta.Nothing. This is the best time ever. For us, at least. If you have not yet, go listen and subscribe to Radiate with Rita on all major streaming platforms and follow along on IG @radiate_withrita. Like, Subscribe, and leave us a comment! Follow along on IG@notchamommapod.

Meet Carrie, a freelance writer based in Northern California who uses her experiences with infertility and child loss to focus on grief, infertility, and childfree living. As Carries says ... 'After eight years of trying to conceive, multiple miscarriages, working with surrogates, and delivering my stillborn daughter, I embody all things grief and infertility based. ' Carrie is a such a good soul and is the example of choosing happiness that we all need to hear! Join us to hear the gems of hope from the coolest backyard auntie to exist. The NCMP team was honored to hear a little more about her story and her life. Hope you enjoy! website: https://www.bloomingwithcare.com ig: @bloomingwithcare follow along in IG @notchamommapod Like - Share - Review!

NCMP shares why a little break was needed and our thoughts on being a voice in the Endo Community going forward. We also quickly recapped our trip to Seattle! Make sure to follow IG for more! @notchamommapod Like, share, subscribe for more! DM us topics you'd like discussed.

The NCMP catches up and then chats about how this time of year can be full of grief bombs. Tune in to find out how we've coped with the back to school feels in the years past. Like, comment, share! Follow along on IG @notchamommapod

Melissa, known as @autoimmuneresilience on IG, is such an amazing soul. She was kind of enough to join the NCMP to share her story and such important topics such as Soul Pets, trauma responses, health, choosing happiness as Childless and so so much more. Be prepared to shed a tear and connect with her beautiful story. Thank you for joining us. Give us a like, share, and a review. Follow along on IG @notchamommapod.

In this episode the NCMP crew catches up on life, their health, and how they're continuing to work for a better future. They also have a candid conversation regarding stigmas that Childfree Women encounter. Follow us on IG @notchamommapod Like, Share, give us a Follow!

If you are under a rock and haven't yet crossed paths with Katy, you're in for a treat today! Katy is both our amazing friend and is the Founder of the Childless Collective, and host of Lighthouse Women, a cozy and connecting gathering place for childless women and nonbinary people. She joined NCMP to discuss her journey to life without kids and her dedication to the childless community. In need of a community, check out www.childlessconnective.com or on IG @childlesscollective. 2023 and 2024 Summit information coming soon! Help us out and like, follow, and share the podcast! Leaving us a review would mean the world to us! Follow along on IG @notchamommapod. New episodes bi-weekly!

Lana Manikowski is someone the NCMP feels honored to call friend. She joined us to discuss her journey to fulfillment after infertility. Lana, a self described Type A human, thought she could work hard to make her goals happen. Including parenthood. When it was clear it wasn't part of her story, she set that determination into finding a fulfilling life post IVF. Years later, she's turned her passion into a coaching business that allows her to help other women find that same fulfillment through 1:1 and group coaching. She even received national recognition for her Other's Day Brunch. WOW! Talk about an impact! We love you and are blessed to have connected with you Lana! Love hearing Lana's thoughts? Give her podcast, The "So Now What?" Podcast, a listen! Available on all platforms. See links below on how to further connect with Lana: IG @lana.manikowski Facebook @lana.manikowski Youtube @lanamanikowski website: lanamanikowski.com Do us a favor and give the NCMP a like, share, and review! Follow us on IG @notchamommapod

Betsy and Kailey share a few of their favorite moments of their annual Turtle Trip and discuss the importance of friends that are also Kidfree or Kidless. Like, Share, and Comment if you're enjoying the show. Follow along on IG @notchamommapod

As we approach the commercial holiday of Mother's Day 2023, the NCMP cast wants to discuss how triggering this day can be for our infertile crew, our loss mommas, and our personal journeys. Betsy and Kailey go in depth in our healing process and how we're approaching Mother's Day in 2023. In addition to Mother's Day, we discuss the alternative option of Other's Day to recognize our communities. Look out for a future episode with Lana Manikowski and her Other's Day Brunch Events! Quick blurb regarding the 2023 annual Turtle Trip! Catch the full recount in a future episode. Wish you were apart of a similar trip, dm @journeytofixmyladybox ASAP to join the Kansas City Retreat June 23-25th. Limited spots available. Kidless, Kidfree, Endo Monthly Happy Hour details can be found on IG @journeytofixmyladybox. These occur the last Monday of every month (virtually) at 6:00 p.m. CST. DM to join! Lastly, we want to acknowledge everyone of our friends and followers. We see you and recognize that this weekend can be difficult. Our DMs are open. We see you. We know your worth as a human. We love you! Help us out! Like, share, comment. Follow us on IG @notchamommapod

The NCMP discusses the power in RSVP-ing 'No' to events that will not serve your happiness. Over our journeys with infertility, illness, and mental health we've developed the skillsets needed to say that this event is not for us. Over time, what does or does not serve us has changed. AND THAT'S OKAY! Like, share, comment! Follow us on IG @notchamommapod. We appreciate you!

Dr. Karen Snow joins the NCMP to discuss her book Infertility Lies. Follow her on IG @infertilitylies and find her book Infertility Lies on Amazon now! Make sure to like, share, and subscribe. Follow along on IG @notchamommapod We appreciate you!

April is Adenomysosis Awareness Month and the NCMP wanted to take time to discuss the disease in further detail. Betsy also reflects on her Adeno diagnosis and hysterectomy. Thank you for tuning in. Please let us know if you have any questions! Follow up on IG @notchamommapod. Make sure to like, share, and leave us a comment!

Amy is an Advocate, Podcaster, Author, and most importantly.... an amazing human.  We were honored to have her on the show to discuss shame associated with chronic illness.  Follow Amy on IG @in16yearsofendo.  Find her book and podcast info at https://linktr.ee/in16yearsofendo. Make sure to like and share! Find us on IG @notchamommapod

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month and we're so excited to help spread awareness.  In this episode we recap our journeys and talk about our hopes for awareness in the future.  Please check out our friend account that so kindly shared their thoughts with us.  @ourstoryunfolding @radiatewithrita @endocysteraz @in16yearsofendo @everybabeclub @julie_biscotti @southasiansurvivor @sunflowers_stand_tall @aimeehaha @zmoney_fit Follow along on IG @notchamommapod

Tiffany is living her Childfree life and was gracious enough to talk to NCMP about finding acceptance in the lifestyle.  Happiness is something we all deserve!  Follow Tiffany on IG @Tiffany.jmarie Like, share, and comment!  Follow along with NCMP on IG @notchamommapod

NCMP reacts to Reddit and IG Posts related to our communities. Follow along with the links below: AITA- Reddit post - who will take care of you when you’re old  I hate infertile - Reddit Rant   😡😡😡 - Reddit Rant  Yes big sis- Reddit Post  Free time Human Shield - IG Reel  Need a Lift

Jay is the Founder of Childfree Wealth, a life and financial planning firm dedicated to helping Childfree and Permanently Childless people.  He is the author of the book “Portraits of Childfree Wealth,” and his work with Childfree financial planning has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, Business Insider, Kitces.com, and more. Find more online - https://childfreewealth.com

This is the ULTIMATE catch up episode where NCMP chat and laugh.  What could be better for the first episode of 2023?  As we reflect, we also point out on how we've grown and deserve to find happiness in our lives.  Here's to 2023.  Thank you for a second year in your ear holes.  We are honored to be here. 

The NCMP team catches up after a break from recording.  They provide updates on their mental and physical health.  

Melissa is the host of The Cycle. Endometriosis Podcast and has helped Endo Warriors share their experiences for years.  Kailey even joined her pod back in September of 2021 to share her journey.  Episode can be found here, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cycle-endometriosis-podcast/id1448598831?i=1000535648940.  Melissa has provided such a platform for community and the Not Cha Momma pod wouldn't exist today without it.  Thank you for all you do and thank you for joining us to speak of your journey. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

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Aimee is one of the NCMP pod's Infertile Myrtles.  She is the most kind and caring human with a always needed splash of humor.  Aimee was kind enough to join the pod to share her endo and infertility journey.  We love her so very much and are honored to have her on the show.  Trigger warning, Aimee talks about depression and  the feeling of not wanting to continue living.  If this episode is triggering to you, we ask that you skip it.  Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Lj joins the NCMP to discuss her Endometriosis journey and her career as an endo coach. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The NCMP pod discusses how worth and purpose is redefined during infertility.  We are left questioning and at times, advocating on what our legacy will be. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Meet Natalie! A kween with a smile that makes you remember happiness should be given in this life. Natalie was kind enough to join the NCMP from across the pound (twice!) to talk infertility and illness. We hope you enjoy this unique episode as much as we do. Thank you for sharing your raw and powerful truth Natalie! Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Zada, @zmoney_fit on IG, joins the NCMP to share her endo journey and help us further discuss painful sex for endo warriors.  Trigger warning, the content within this episode is heavy and discusses religion, sexual abuse, stigmas, and depression  Thank you for being so candid and open with our family Zada.  We are honored and appreciate your honesty and truly believe by doing so, you are helping others.  You are a KWEEN! Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Painful sex is a common side effect for Endo Warriors, but it is not solely tied to Endometriosis.  Actually, there is a diagnosis for 'painful sex' called dyspareunia.  In this episode the NCMP cast discusses our understanding of why painful sex may occur and their discuss our personal experiences.  Look out for part 2 in two weeks where Zada shares her story and experiences with painful sex. The Endo Foundation (@endofound) and Dr. Aviva Room (@dr.avivaromm) are referenced as resources during this pod.  The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van Der Kolk referenced. Trigger Warning - sexual abuse/trauma is referenced during this episode.  Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The NCMP reunited and it felt so goood!!! In this episode we gain an update on Betsy’s health and Kailey talks about her trip for excision, the surgery day, and her recovery. Follow the excision journey on IG @journeytofixmyladyparts. Excision guide coming soon! Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Pre surgery date Kailey and Betsy discuss the journey to get a surgery date and what feelings are arising! Follow the excision journey on IG @journeytofixmyladyparts. Excision guide coming soon! Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The NCMP and Andrew discuss how THC can help chronic illness and potentially impact mental illnesses for people. If you’ve been curious about cannabis, this is the episode for you! Listen to Andrew’s podcast, Seed and Stems, on all steaming platforms and follow along on his IG @seedandstems_kc. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

@missconception coach posted a powerful question recently, ‘what do you wish people wouldn’t assume about infertility trauma & loss?’ We invited her on the pod to discuss this campaign and the NCMP shares their wishes with you. Follow and join the campaign on IG @missconception . Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Kimberly is known on IG and YouTube for her CHILDFREE content. She was kind enough to join the NCMP fam to further discuss the spectrum of some non parenting adults. She is an absolute gem and is one of our favorites at educating the masses while making you laugh. Thank you so much for joining us. Follow Kimberly @kimberlyfisher.cf and on YouTube - https://m.youtube.com/c/ChildfreeKimberly. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The first weekend of June of 2022 was a big deal for the NCMP. We packed up and flew to Myrtle Beach to enjoy our first Kidfree Women’s Trip! Today we share our interviews of the women that made it and share how this experience was so impactful to our lives. 🐢 Follow her on IG @ourstoryunfolding. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Nick is a fellow Endo and Adeno warrior. She has survived infertility and is now embracing life post a hysterectomy. Most importantly, she a part of the Infertile Myrtles and has became a close friend to the pod. Follow her on IG @ourstoryunfolding. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The first of the Infertile Myrtle Series!  Anya was kind enough to join us to speak about her journey with infertility, her beliefs, and her future goals to have a nonprofit. The NCMP pod was honored to hear her story and we look forward to the first of many kidfree retreats coming in June of 2022. ⚠️trigger warning ⚠️ Anya’s story includes items like infertility, miscarriages, sadness, and suicide idealization. If any of these could be triggering to you, please feel free to skip this episode. Your health matters most. Follow Anya @finding.childless.joy and check out what she’s got going on at https://linktr.ee/Casonya. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Nikki joins the NCMP pod to discuss her journey as a birth mom and adoption. Thank you for graciously educating us on the spectrum of the adoption world. We hope you enjoy. Follow Nikki @Nikkinowknows. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

The NCMP record in person for the first time and share the benefits their relationship has provided them. They also discuss the need for friends that understand your life with infertility and/or chronic illness. Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

NCMP talks the spectrum of Kidless and Kidfree and why it matters.  As always, we're raw with our experiences, our beliefs, and how we've been supported to gain more awareness.  Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Jim is Kidfree by Circumstance. He is also the amazing husband to our very own, Betsy. Ying to her yang- these two not only have amazing chemistry that will keep you laughing, they’re also able to be real with their struggles of not being able to have kids and finding kidfree happiness. Big thanks for being on the pod Jim! Like, share, and follow us on IG @notchamommapod and tag us in the movement challenge with the hashtag #movementmedicine. DM any gentle corrections or email us at [email protected]. Anchor listeners - leave us voice messages at https://anchor.fm/notchamommapod/message.

Crystal Chen, @goddessfitogy, is a holistic life coach for Baddies. She was kind enough to join the NCMP to discuss EFT Tapping. Emotional Freedom Technique is an alternative acupressure therapy treatment used to restore balance to your disrupted energy. We do a live mini session on air to address our emotional pain from infertility. Please join us at the 21:07 minute mark. We’ve also posted a small portion of Kailey’s EFT for chronic pain on our IG for you to try with additional resources explaining the tapping points. Check it out! To work with Crystal for personalize tapping, please reach out via IG.