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Trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or simply wanting to better understand your hormones? This episode is for you.
Today I'm joined by degree-qualified naturopath, clinical nutritionist, certified fertility awareness educator and co-founder of Mother Natal, Ema Taylor.
With over a decade of experience supporting women through preconception, pregnancy and postpartum, Ema shares evidence-based, practical advice to help women feel informed and empowered throughout every stage of their journey into motherhood.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why sperm quality is declining in Western societies and what men can do to support their fertility
How to prepare your body for conception
The nutrients that matter most before and during pregnancy
How to support egg quality
Whether prenatal supplements are necessary
The role of carbohydrates in fertility
Hormonal acne during pregnancy and what can safely help
Common pregnancy nutrition mistakes
How to prepare for postpartum recovery
The impact of stress on hormones and fertility
Finding balance in a world obsessed with optimising our health
Whether you're planning for pregnancy, expecting your first baby or simply looking to better understand your body, this conversation is full of practical takeaways that will leave you feeling more confident and informed.
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In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and investor Radek Sali to unpack why wellness doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated, and why community might be one of our most powerful health tools.
We talk conscious capitalism, greenwashing, the future of wellness and what Radek looks for when investing in brands through Light Warrior. 
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Birth is one of the most transformative experiences a woman can go through, yet for so many of us, it's also one of the least understood.
In today's episode, I'm joined by my incredible doula, Anna Maria Boelskov. Anna Maria is a naturopath, herbalist and experienced doula who has spent more than 15 years supporting women through pregnancy and birth. As a first-time mum, meeting Anna Maria completely changed the way I think about labour. She helped me replace fear with confidence, curiosity and trust, and I'm so excited to share her wisdom with you.
Together, we explore what a physiological birth really means, the different birth options women may experience, how to prepare your mind and body in the final weeks of pregnancy, and why your nervous system plays such an important role in labour.
We also discuss the first signs of labour, when to head to hospital, the different stages of labour, how to create a birth environment that supports oxytocin, advocating for yourself while working alongside your care team, and how to navigate decisions around interventions and epidurals with confidence.
Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or supporting someone through their birth journey, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling more informed, empowered and excited for what's to come.
As always, this episode is intended to educate and empower. Every pregnancy and birth is unique, so we encourage you to discuss your individual circumstances with your healthcare team.
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Why are so many women iron deficient, and are we overlooking the signs our bodies are giving us?
Today on Selfdom, I’m joined by leading nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver to unpack one of the most common health issues affecting women: iron deficiency.
We explore the difference between low ferritin, iron deficiency and anaemia, the symptoms women often dismiss as “normal,” and the role of menstruation, diet, gut health and iron absorption.
Dr Libby also explains why iron needs increase during pregnancy, what women should know about supplementation and iron infusions, and why ongoing exhaustion, particularly postpartum, can sometimes deserve further investigation.
This episode is about helping women better understand their bodies, ask the right questions and feel empowered when it comes to their health.
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Iron for a day: notes
Please note, this is not a prescribed day (unless it appeals). It is simply to demonstrate how much food, as well as the focus, that is required to obtain the minimum daily requirement for iron to prevent deficiency across the menstruation years when the RDI is 18mg. If periods are heavy or the woman is an athlete or trains like one, her requirements will be even greater. Also, those who eat vegetarian or vegan require 1.8x the RDI to account for lower iron bioavailability since their intake of inhibitory substances is typically higher (e.g. phytic acid, oxalic acid) and all of their iron is in non-haem form.
Omnivorous eater – iron
2 eggs = 1.7mg
1 cup raw spinach (~30g) = 0.5mg
½ tomato = 0.2mg
2 slices good quality bread = 1.3mg
30g cashews = 1.5mg
1 banana = 0.3mg
200g tinned line-caught tuna = 2.2mg
½ cup cooked kidney beans = 1.8mg
1 cup cooked brown rice = 0.8mg
100g mixed vegetables = 0.6mg
2 dried figs = 0.6mg
200g cooked beef or lamb = ~6mg (varies depending on cut; some higher, some lower)
½ cup broccoli = 0.5mg
1 medium potato = 0.6
Total = 18.6mg
Vegetarian/vegan eater – iron
100g muesli with dried fruit and nuts = 4.6mg (the cereal is fortified with synthetic iron)
30g cashews = 1.5mg
1 banana = 0.3mg
1 cup cooked chickpeas = 2.9mg
½ cup broccoli= 0.5mg
1 cup cooked quinoa = 2mg
30g walnuts = 0.8mg
1 slice good quality bread = 0.7mg
1 tbsp peanut butter = 0.3mg
100g firm tofu = 2.9mg
1 cup raw spinach = 0.5mg
100g mixed vegetables = 0.6mg
1 cup cooked brown rice = 0.8mg
Total = 18.4mg (but RDI is really 32.4mg for vegan/vegetarian eaters)
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Joining me today is Sheridan Joy Austin, qualified nutritionist, GAPS practitioner and founder of Foraged For You, a brand dedicated to supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum with nutrient-dense, thoughtfully formulated products.
Pregnancy nutrition can feel incredibly overwhelming. One expert tells you to avoid certain foods, another encourages them, and social media is filled with conflicting advice. In this episode, Sheridan helps us unpack the science behind some of the biggest conversations in pregnancy nutrition so you can feel more informed and empowered.
We discuss the differences between folic acid, folate and folinic acid, whether nutrient-dense foods like liver and oysters really deserve their bad reputation, the role of healthy fats, iodine, magnesium and iron during pregnancy, and why nutrition should never be a one-size-fits-all approach.
We also chat about glucose tolerance testing, postpartum recovery, how to navigate conflicting nutrition advice online, and the story behind why Sheridan created Foraged For You after recognising a gap in the market for truly nourishing pregnancy and postpartum products.
As always, this episode is designed to educate and empower. Every pregnancy is unique, so we encourage you to speak with your healthcare team about what is right for you.
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