The Trimester Bubble

It’s never too late to make great changes!  On this episode of The Trimester Bubble, Dr. Katherine talks about her “back to basics” tips for the new year. Start small, make commitments you can stick to, and before you know it, you’ll be on your way to a year full of great sleep, balanced meals, and attainable exercise.  Sleep We often see patients in our office who are feeling the aches and pains...

The holiday season can bring up a lot of emotions around self, family, events, food, and more. This week on the Trimester Bubble, we chatted with Jessica Van Antwerp for a better understanding of stress and learned some helpful, practical ways to tackle stress this season! Why is Stress Management Important? Stress levels are a key indicator of overall health (as well as nutrition and movement). I...

The pregnancy journey brings up so many new questions, like: When is the best time to start thinking about nutrition in the pregnancy journey? How do I know my prenatal vitamin is working? Who do I need supporting me in the pre-conception phase? On The Trimester Bubble, we’re happy to share some of the incredible experts and resources we have access to in Boulder, Colorado, so you can benefit from...

Like clockwork, every autumn the calls start rolling in: Is this allergies or the flu or a cold? While fall and winter are typically “cold and flu season,” it doesn’t happen just because the weather is turning… it might be your nervous system crashing the party! Be honest - how do you feel about the holiday season coming up? Does it make you feel joyful, relaxed, and happy? Or - much more likely -...

Ever wonder what a birth doula does? Doulas can serve many roles in the pregnancy, birth, and postnatal journey. This can include: Being a caretaker Serving as your advocate in a medical setting Keeping you company / being the antidote to isolation in pregnancy and childbirth Normalizing your experience Helping you feel supported every step of the way It truly takes a village to support the pregna...

If you’ve visited Body & Balance before, you’ve likely experienced Dynamic Body Balancing.  But what is it, really? Dynamic Body Balancing (DBB) is a craniosacral myofascial unwinding technique originally developed by Dr. Carol Phillips. The practitioners at Body & Balance are trained extensively in DBB and use it with nearly every patient. DBB is three parts:  Craniosacral Myofascial unwi...

Feeling overloaded with all the pregnancy advice from doctors, family members, strangers, and the bottomless pit that is the internet? Let’s get back to the basics.  Very simply, rule number one is to listen to yourself. Your internal wisdom is super smart and will tell you what’s okay and what’s not okay.  Connect with you and baby with these simple tips as you embark on your pregnancy journey: N...

This week on The Trimester Bubble, we chatted with yoga teacher and craniosacral therapist, Allie Greer to hear about the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of pre- and post-natal yoga. From the moment you even think about those two little lines on a pregnancy test, someone has probably started telling you about prenatal yoga. With good reason! Prenatal - and postnatal - yoga are wonderful w...

Welcome to The Trimester Bubble!  Formerly Balancing Holistic Mamas, we are now The Trimester Bubble. Why the new name? The Body & Balance clinic and The Trimester Bubble podcast are based in Boulder, CO. Locals often call this unique area “the bubble” - plus, we know that being in any trimester of the pregnancy journey can feel like you’re in a bubble of your own.  We are excited to bring the...

Fevers can be scary for parents, especially during a pandemic. In this episode, learn about what a fever is, how it affects our body’s system, typical signs and symptoms, and holistic treatments to care for your little one’s fevers. Fevers are the body’s way of reacting and protecting against infections and how the fever triggers and alerts the body to protect and fight. Get Dr. Elyssa’s favorite...

This holiday season is like no other because of Covid-19, but one thing that is the same is holiday stress. Shopping, families, finances, feasts, and kids - it all starts to build up and cause mental and physical stress on your body. When the body feels stressed, it’s performance starts to diminish leaving you feeling even worse. Tired, emotional, stiff, and bloated. To help your holiday stress, h...

Join Dr. Elyssa as she goes through where the word gratitude came from plus ways to add gratitude into your life each and every day.  Plus learn how gratitude can increase your happiness, improve your health and build stronger relationships this holiday season. Get the show notes at balancingmamas.com -- DISCLAIMER This information is not meant to imply that a Doctor of Chiropractic treats, c...

Listen as Dr. Elyssa Wright discusses fall allergies from dust, mold, pet dander, and smoke. Understand the differences between traditional allergy treatments as Dr. Elyssa shares her favorite natural options to combat seasonal allergies to give your immune system a powerful boost. Simple yet natural ways to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Get the...

What are the pelvic floor muscles? How pregnancy and delivery can leave long-lasting effects on them, how you can tell if you have issues, and learn about proactive treatments to help improve them so that you can be a healthy mom and partner. When you have bladder or bowel control problems with symptoms such as: needing to urgently or frequently go to the toilet to pass urine, accidental leakage o...

Halloween and trick or treating may look a bit different this year, but it’s still the beginning of the holiday season where our eating habits change, and sometimes not for the better. Today we’ll dive into my top 10 unhealthy candies, why they are unhealthy, and what you can do to detox after Halloween goodies. Get more information and show notes at BalancingMamas.com -- DISCLAIMER This informati...

This is my personal story to becoming a Chiropractor specializing in healing and support healthy lifestyles in kids and family. Starting the Balancing Holistic Mamas Podcast is just one way I’m trying to reach more families to help support and encourage a balanced livelihood. Read my story at BalancingMamas.com

Emily Melious believes that every child is perfectly capable, but sadly, the world doesn't always see it that way. As an Accredited Youth Specialist, Emily works with families to discover and harness their kids' superpowers. She is also the host of the Mothers of Misfits podcast, which is all about how to advocate for our kids in a one-size-fits-all world. In this episode, Dr. Elyssa and Emily tal...

The most common question I get as a pediatric chiropractor is, how do I know when my child needs chiropractic care? What are symptoms, signs, and behavior changes that a parent should be aware of to know when it’s time to get checked?  Listen to get the 6 signs it's time to see the chiropractor, plus learn more here . -- DISCLAIMER This information is not meant to imply that a Doctor of Chiro...

Dr. Elyssa chats with Mama Poff about the struggles of being back to school from home, working from home, and the challenges it brings. Not just emotional but physical challenges as well. Listen to Dr. Elyssa's 5 tips for staying well while schooling from home. Get the Show Notes -- DISCLAIMER This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical ad...

Dr. Damiana Corca joins Balancing Holistic Mamas to talk about the key things to do to get better sleep. Baby waking you up in the middle of the night? Worries and anxieties keeping you up? Maybe it's something more? Join us as Dr. Damiana goes through her favorite tips to help you fall back asleep if you wake up in the middle of the night. -- Dr. Damiana Corca is a sleep & wellness specialist...

Join Dr. Elyssa to learn more about what colic and constipation are. Plus she shares with you the top 4 natural ways to help your littles with their digestive discomfort. Get the Show Notes -- DISCLAIMER This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. All reader...

Dr. Elyssa and September Burton, Nutrition Coach, and Fertility Advocate discuss healthy and holistic tips on working through fertility challenges and surrogacy. 6-Week Clean Easting Program: https://www.hawaiisurrogacy.com/nutrition/ Website: https://septemberburton.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeptemberBurton/ Get the Show Notes -- DISCLAIMER This content is for informational and educ...

Dr. Elyssa Wright chats with Alex Kuhn, Leadership Strategist & Mentor and proud father, as they chat about balancing the rollercoaster of business, leadership, fatherhood, and family life. Follow Alex on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/alexkuhnco/ Get the Show Notes -- DISCLAIMER This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advi...

Dr. Elyssa speaks with special guest, Lexi Chatara-Middleton , Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Dance & Movement Therapist , on fertility challenges and information overload and stress from social media, birth trauma, grief, postpartum depression, and infertility. When you decide to conceive is when your parenting journey seed starts - get ready to receive great tips and advice...

Dr. Elyssa addresses one of the toughest and overwhelming challenges in living a healthy and holistic lifestyle - accountability in movement. Whether you just need help getting off the couch or want to train for a marathon, hear tips on how to move with purpose. Plus, Dr. Elyssa will share her ACT FAST steps to keep you moving and on track for success in your health goals. Get the Show Notes -- DI...