Becoming the Unrushed Woman with Nikki Nie
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In a culture that celebrates productivity, constant movement, and the ability to do more, slowing down can feel like a radical act. For many women, the pressure to
Preparing for Birth Beyond the Physical
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Birth preparation often centers on the physical—what to pack, what to eat, which positions to practice, and what to expect during labor. While these elements are valuable, they
What Postpartum Trainings Don’t Prepare You For
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Many postpartum caregivers enter their training programs eager to support new families through one of life's most transformative transitions. They learn about infant care, postpartum recovery, feeding support,
Soft Discipline: Finding Ground Through Nature’s Rhythms with Clementina Consens
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In a world that often celebrates hustle, urgency, and constant productivity, many women find themselves longing for something different. They long for a way of living that feels
Nurturing Resilience: Ayurvedic Wisdom for Nervous System Caregivers with Kristen Timchak
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In today’s fast-paced world, the demands placed on caregivers—especially mothers and birth workers—are immense, making it more important than ever to tend to our own well-being. On a
Reclaiming Strength: Postpartum Fitness, Ayurveda, and Small Habits with Andrea Claassen
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In a recent episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrea Clausen—an Ayurvedic wellness counselor, certified personal trainer, yoga teacher, and pre/postpartum
Pelvic Floor Therapy Using Modern Science and Ayurveda with Sujata Martin
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Pelvic Floor Therapy Using Modern Science and Ayurveda In a recent episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming Sujata Martin, a pelvic health
Exploring Vata Dosha with Molly McConnell
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Exploring Vata Dosha In Ayurveda, our health and well-being are governed by three fundamental energies, or doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. While each is essential for life, they
Postpartum Identity Integration
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Postpartum Identity Integration Becoming a mother is a profound transformation, one that goes far beyond the physical act of giving birth. It’s a journey that fundamentally shifts who
Postpartum Doula Case Study: Starting Where You Are Confident
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Postpartum Doula Case Study: Starting Where You Are Confident In a recent episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Eck spoke with postpartum doula Jerica Beckman, about