Sacred Window Podcast: Nurturing Awareness in Postpartum Care

In this deeply moving and illuminating episode, Christine welcomes writer, teacher, healer, and ceremonial guide Grace Allerdice for a conversation about one of the most universal human experiences: the reckoning —those moments when life asks us to shed who we’ve been and grow into who we are becoming. Together, they explore the profound terrain of transformation, postpartum identity shifts, and t...

There are moments in early motherhood when the longing for support is so real it sits in the body like a weight. And for many families, that longing is met with another ache—the sense that professional postpartum care is out of reach. In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Sarah Trott and Esther Gallagher , the soulful hosts of the Fourth Trimester Podcast , for a conversation that feels like a dee...

In this episode, Christine sits down with Sarah McGinnis Chapman, a mother of three, veteran, and military spouse whose postpartum experiences awakened a deep calling toward integrative health and conscious caregiving. Sarah shares the impact of navigating birth far from cultural traditions, the spiritual dimensions of early motherhood, and how her own healing journey has shaped her work supportin...

In this heartfelt episode, host Christine Eck welcomes Jessica—Ayurvedic health counselor, yoga teacher, fiber artist, and mother—to uncover the hidden power of knitting and fiber arts as therapeutic tools for parents, especially during the postpartum window. Through personal stories and expert insights, Christine and Jessica discuss: The healing and grounding influence of creative handwork How kn...

What does it mean to truly honor our bodies’ wisdom across the many sacred windows of life? In this powerful episode, Christine Eck welcomes Ayurvedic doula and holistic guide Andrea St. Jules for a soul-stirring conversation about reclaiming our rites of passage, transformative healing, and the beauty of living in sync with our cycles. Andrea shares her personal journey from overcoming menstrual...

In this episode, Christine Eck welcomes Kristen for a timely and heartfelt conversation on caring for the nervous system—especially for caregivers, moms, and birth workers. Kristen shares her personal journey and expert insights from Ayurveda and somatic practices, highlighting why daily self-care rituals are vital for long-term resilience and holistic well-being. Key Topics Discussed: Kristen’s j...

In this heart-opening episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Eck welcomes Morgan Henry Kerr—founder of "I Am Mamo," queer parenthood consultant, and community builder. Morgan shares her vulnerable, personal journey through fertility treatments, describing not only the repetitive grief and isolation she faced but also the lack of support and resources for queer families in c...

In this episode, Christine Eck welcomes Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, for an inspiring conversation about the power of community in birth and postpartum work. Kristin shares her journey from new mother to leader of a thriving doula agency, and discusses how holistic, non-judgmental support can transform the postpartum experience for families and caregivers alike. Key Topics Covered...

Join host Christine Eck as she welcomes women’s health practitioner and podcast host Natalie Elliot for a deep and inspiring conversation about cycle tracking—especially during the postpartum period. Natalie shares her personal journey from struggling with menstrual health to becoming a passionate advocate for cycle awareness, and offers practical guidance on fertility awareness methods, tracking...

In this episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Eck welcomes Andrea Clausen—Ayurvedic wellness counselor, personal trainer, yoga teacher, and pre/postpartum specialist. Andrea brings a unique blend of traditional sports science and holistic Ayurvedic wisdom to the conversation, offering a fresh perspective on women’s health and postpartum recovery. Join us as Andrea shares her persona...

Sujata Martin, a pelvic health occupational therapist, discusses her integration of Ayurvedic principles into Western medical practices to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. She emphasizes the importance of addressing pelvic health pre- and postpartum, using techniques like abdominal and pelvic massages with Ayurvedic oils. Martin highlights the benefits of Ayurvedic practices for digestive issues, m...

When Vata dosha becomes imbalanced, it can lead to anxiety, racing thoughts, and dry skin. To manage it, the key is to incorporate practices that are grounding, gentle, and nourishing. Ayurvedic practitioner Molly McConnell suggests starting the day with journaling and meditation to calm the nervous system. To counter Vata's cold and dry nature, she recommends warm beverages and daily oil mass...

In this episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck sits down with transpersonal psychologist and Ayurvedic postpartum caregiver Vanessa Lamorte Hartshorn to discuss postpartum identity integration. Vanessa explains that transpersonal psychology focuses on the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and how this approach can transform the postpartum journey. They dive into the conc...

In this episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Eck welcomes postpartum doula Jerica Beckman , founder of Ananda, to discuss her journey of starting a business. Jerica shares how she overcame initial technical struggles by focusing on her confidence in cooking, which became her primary service. She emphasizes the importance of word-of-mouth marketing, external validation, and communit...

In this episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, guest Ally Kayton , a neonatal nurse practitioner and mental health counselor, discuss the challenges and support systems for families with babies in the NICU. Ally highlights the growing importance of mental health awareness and family-centered care in these environments, explaining that doulas can serve as a vital part of the support system. The conv...

In this episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Andrea Luzitano to discuss her journey as a postpartum doula and the keys to her successful practice. Andrea shares how she shifted from offering basic care to providing a more holistic set of services, including cooking, bodywork, and Ayurvedic mother care. She emphasizes that her business, Upon Arrival Doula , grew...

In this episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck dives into the profound importance of bodywork and conscious touch for postpartum care. She explains how practices like warm oil massages can be transformative for healing tissues and calming the nervous system. Drawing from her own experience, Christine provides practical examples, such as working with a cesarean birth client...

In this insightful episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Rev. Hannah Grace , an interfaith minister, to discuss the transformative power of ceremony during life's transitions, especially the childbearing year . As the founder of Grace Ceremonies , Hannah shares how personalized rituals— from baby blessings to ceremonies for loss —help people feel seen, create...

In this insightful episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Michale Chatham and Dr. Molly Peralta to discuss the crucial importance of community in the digital age , emphasizing the vital need for in-person connections . They explore technology's impact on human connection, introduce their powerful "Mile Wild Framework" (land, God, other) for cultivating deep relati...

In this solo episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Devlin Eck highlights the show's mission to promote bonding for partners, older children, and other caregivers during the crucial postpartum window. She emphasizes the importance of supporting partners by equipping them with practical skills like cooking simple recipes and making lactation tea, alongside advocating for Infant Abhyanga ,...

In today's deeply personal episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Kat Devlin and Shannon Brennan to share their transformative journey as foster-to-adopt parents. Motivated to foster during the pandemic, they discuss their extensive training in trauma-informed care and child development. They candidly open up about the complex emotions from their first foster chil...

In this illuminating episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin welcomes Claire Holloway , a seasoned yoga facilitator based in Perth, for a profound discussion on the Five Koshas and their transformative relevance to healing after birth. Claire introduces listeners to the ancient Yogic concept of the Koshas, explaining them as distinct yet interconnected layers of our being. She...

Christine Devlin hosts Maria Clemente Morresi on the Sacred Window Podcast to discuss perinatal mental health. Maria, a mental health professional and founder of Reimagined Mind Counseling & Consultation, specializes in supporting women during the perinatal period. She explains the unique challenges of postpartum mental health, including antenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMA...

Join Christine Devlin Eck as she welcomes Michelle Valiukenas, the inspiring founder of The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation. Michelle bravely shares her deeply personal journey through infertility, heartbreaking miscarriages, and the path to surrogacy. She powerfully highlights the immense emotional challenges of fertility struggles and the lifesaving importance of community support during these...

Join Christine Devlin Eck as she sits down with Jessica Palmquist, founder of Turquoise Compass Wellness and a compassionate fertility doula. Jessica shares her deeply personal journey with unexplained infertility and the crucial gap in support that inspired her to step into this vital role. This episode illuminates the unique and essential support a fertility doula provides, from reproductive hea...