Nurturing Resilience

What if the most important preparation for birth isn't actually about the birth itself? In this conversation, I sat down with entrepreneur, coach, and mother Jean Madson to explore what it really means to prepare for birth and postpartum. While we expected to spend much of our time talking about postpartum, the conversation naturally unfolded into something much bigger: trust, support, and the...

What if the problem isn’t that you’re inconsistent… but that you were never meant to be the same every day? In this conversation, I sit down with mental health therapist, childbirth educator, doula, and mother of five Shara Jackson Harper to explore the intersection of hormones, nervous system health, motherhood, and life transitions. This conversation felt both validating and expansive, especiall...

In this episode of Nurturing Resilience, host Lesha Nelson speaks with Annalee Muse, a birth worker and doula, about her journey through birth experiences, the impact of societal narratives on birthing individuals, and the importance of community and connection in the birthing process. They discuss the role of spirituality, the significance of birth story medicine, and the need for ritual and cere...

What happens when the golden hour is missed? When the first imprint we carry is one of separation and rupture- not safety or skin-to-skin? In this episode, we explore the blueprint of connection we’re born with and what’s possible when that blueprint is interrupted. I begin by sharing some personal reflections on being born via C-section and how that shaped my own attachment patterns. Then I’m joi...

In this rich and revealing conversation, Lesha Nelson and Sena Maria explore the transformative power of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and its profound connection to both physiological and emotional health. Sena shares her personal journey from deep depletion to vibrant vitality, highlighting the importance of mineral balancing and the subtle interconnectedness of minerals within the body. T...

In this podcast episode, Lesha Nelson discusses the Perrin Technique, a method developed by Dr. Raymond Perrin for detoxifying the body and brain. She shares her personal journey through the 12-week program, explaining the importance of the lymphatic and glymphatic systems in health and recovery, particularly for those suffering from chronic fatigue and long COVID. Lesha emphasizes the need for co...

In this episode, I’m joined by Rachel of The Root Celler Co. , a classically trained homeopath whose work bridges the wisdom of natural law with the tender continuum of pregnancy and postpartum. We talk about: The principle of “like cures like” and how homeopathy works with the body rather than against it. Why suppression (through pharmaceuticals) can create chronic patterns. The law of polarity a...

In this heartfelt episode, I share my personal journey of navigating and recovering from burnout as a birth worker. Through honest reflection, I explore the unique challenges caregivers face in this deeply emotional and demanding field—from the unpredictable schedules to the weight of holding space for others. You’ll hear the turning points that helped me recognize the need for change and the stra...

Welcome back to another episode of Nurturing Resilience where today we're diving into a fascinating topic that's been buzzing in both medical and alternative health circles: the rise in tongue-ties and changes in oral-facial development. Have you noticed more people talking about tongue-ties lately? Or maybe you've heard about changes in facial structures affecting breathing and sleep? Well, you'r...

In today's episode, we welcome Anna Jones RN, BSN, not only because of her expertise in birth but to hear her lived experience birthing twins vaginally. Anna's journey as a twin mom who successfully delivered vaginally is not only inspiring but also educational. Her experience challenges the prevailing trends in twin births and offers valuable insights for all expectant mothers and birthing people...

In today’s podcast is interview Ali Guyer. Ali is a certified infant sleep specialist, an occupational therapist and a mom of one (very wakeful baby/toddler). She became certified to help other families navigate sleep after her own anxiety-inducing and confusing journey of deciding whether or not to sleep train her son. From her own experience of living with an anxiety disorder, she wanted to help...

In this episode of the Nurturing Resilience Podcast I invited a special guest, Jaime Carroll, to delve into the emotionally charged and challenging topic of infertility. Jaime serves as an Education and Advocacy Coordinator at the Utah Infertility Resource Center and is courageously open about sharing her personal journey with primary and secondary infertility, multiple losses, and the joy of fina...

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of psychotherapy that identifies and addresses multiple sub-personalities or families within each person’s mental system. These sub-personalities consist of wounded parts and painful emotions such as anger and shame, and parts that try to control and protect the person from the pain of the wounded parts. The sub-personalities are often in conflict with each...

In this podcast episode, we delve into the healing power of somatic experiencing, self-directed neuroplasticity and unconditional love. We start out by explore somatic experiencing, a gentle, body-based approach to healing trauma. This method promotes the idea that our bodies have a natural ability to release stuck energy when provided with a safe and nurturing environment. We also discuss self-di...

In this insightful episode of our podcast, we are joined by Chloe Skerlak, a Full Spectrum Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner. Chloe is deeply passionate about the menstrual cycle and believes in the importance of body literacy for everyone at every age. With 12 years of personal cycle charting experience and 6 years of teaching fertility awareness, Chloe of...

Serenity - a state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. This was the theme when I sat down with Melissa Armstrong to discuss her journey from shame to sobriety. Melissa's story is one of struggle, resilience, and ultimately learning how to “let go”. ​ Melissa and I met during our Integral Facilitation program in 2019 and it was an honor to have her on the podcast to share her story. ​ Melissa'...

Hello, podcast fans! I know it's been a while, and to be honest, I was debating whether this podcast would continue. Every time I tuned in, I would hear "yes," but my capacity to produce a show was limited. I have learned over the years never to push and produce from an empty tank. So, I waited, paused, and held the vision for future production when the time was right. Yesterday and today, it beca...

In this episode we are welcoming back Morley Robbins, creator of The Root Cause Protocol and author of Cure Your Fatigue. Morley is a pioneer in understanding the role of minerals in the body and how they play a role in pregnancy and postpartum. This is a continuation of our previous episode about better understanding oxidative stress. If you haven’t listened to “you’re not anemic” be sure to chec...

In this episode, we are joined by Morley Robbins, creator of The Root Cause Protocol and author of Cure Your Fatigue. Morley is a pioneer in understanding the role of minerals like magnesium, copper, and iron in the body. Morley has helped thousands of people find healing through a greater understanding of these important minerals, and in this episode, we explore how we can best support our physio...

Welcome to today's episode where I am excited to introduce one of my current teachers, Kate White. Kate White is an award-winning educator, advanced bodyworker and trauma resolution therapist. She is trained in somatic therapies, prenatal and perinatal health, lactation, brain development, infant mental health, and has specialized in parent-baby dyad care using somatic prevention and trauma he...

Moving from anxiously attached tendencies to more secure tendencies is not an easy path. It takes awareness, lots of self compassion, and devotion. My still evolving journey to find security within myself has changed me in ways I am unable to fully put into words. ​ Which is why I invited Diana on my podcast today. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Diana Eskander, Expert Love Coach and Founder of The School of Love™, has...

Welcome today’s episode where I introduce and explore Attachment Theory. ​ Relationships are challenging, but understanding Attachment Theory and where you sit on the attachment continuum can make them easier to navigate. By understanding our own attachment style and the attachment styles of those around us, we can better understand our own emotional needs and those of our loved ones. This can hel...

The moment you meet Cheleste you feel seen. She has a way of holing space for you, that no matter where you are in your journey, you know you are not alone on your path. ​ A seasoned "traditional" midwife, now a free birth facilitator, butcher, mountain mama, and tallow maker, it is an honor to be her friend. ​ In today's episode she shares her story of personal transition from midwife, through co...

How do we live in connection with self while living in a disconnected world? That is is what Cami likes to explore and share on my podcast today. ​ ​ Cami Talbot is a professional freelance Makeup Artist and Writer. With over 14 years in the cosmetic industry working with models, athletes, celebrities, and actors she has had the unique opportunity of witnessing the beauty/fitness/film/wellness ind...

The question I get asked the most is, "what is craniosacral therapy?" I realized I have shared that a lot while on other podcasts but never on my own. ​ Craniosacral Theraoy is a gentle, hands-on therapy that facilitates the body's natural ability to heal. It releases tension in the central nervous system so the entire body can relax, self-correct, and improve whole body health and performance. Th...