Mommy Heal Thyself
Season 2
by Dr Michelle Gamble
Today's Valuable Free Resources/Links: Free Resource Link: https://www.moonmaidenmeditation.com/product-page/lunar-affection-a-28-day-self-love-manifestation-journal-taurus-new-moon Summary In this episode, I introduce you to Tennille Jacobs. Tennille is a certified Trauma-Informed Conscious Parenting Coach and Lunar Aligned Manifestation and Meditation Coach. As the co-founder of Moon Maiden Meditation and originally from Zimbabwe, Tennille combines psychological insights, spiritual wisdom, and a culturally driven, child-centric approach to empower women in all stages of life. She is dedicated to helping women achieve fulfilment and balance, whether they embrace motherhood or pursue alternative paths. Today she speaks about: Child-centric parenting and the importance of understanding the impact of stress on fetal development. (0:00) Child-centric parenting, lunar cycles, and intentional living. (7:47) Femininity, healing, and the lunar cycle. (13:08) Parenting, awareness, and self-care for parents and their children. (20:00) Parenting, self-love, and lunar cycles. (24:11) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to raise children with a child centric and lunar aligned approach.
Today's Valuable Free Resources/Links: · FREE resource to help you get started on your journey into Breathwork - https://www.elementalrhythm.com/rhythm-begins-with-you/ Summary In this episode, I introduce you to Giovanni Bartolomeo. Gio is an entrepreneur and life adventurer who has a passion for teaching, experiential learning and creating deep connections with others. He is the founder of Elemental Wellness studio in Toronto and Co-Founder of The Personal Development School among many other ventures. He is always looking for the next consciousness-expanding learning experience whether it be climbing mountains in his shorts with Wim Hof, participating in Traditional Ayahuasca ceremonies, or challenging his mind and body to see what new limits he can reach. Gio is a breathwork facilitator and Life/Executive coach and Founder of Elemental Rhythm Breathwork Programs and Facilitator Training. He launched his third podcast in 2020 called the Elemental Awakening to go along with his YouTube channel (Elemental Awakening). You can watch his documentary on Plant Medicine called Psyched Out for free through his YouTube channel. He’s an entrepreneur at heart and loves to create new ideas and ways to help improve the planet for not only the people currently living on it but for those who we will leave it to one day! Today he speaks about: Breathwork and its transformative power. (0:01) Proper breathing techniques for relaxation and well-being. (8:57) Mindfulness and breathwork for moms to reduce stress and improve well-being. (17:56) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to breath for health transformations.
Today's Valuable Free Resources/Links: Free Resource Link: https://www.meta-healthy.life Summary In this episode, I introduce you to Dr Craig Weiner. Dr Craig currently is a certified trainer for META Health International, he currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Trustees for EFT International and is co-director of the EFT Tapping Training Institute. He is an EFT Master Trainer of Trainers (MTOT), Mentor and Accredited Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner. In addition, he co-produced the film, the Science of Tapping with his wife and partner Alina Frank. He continues to maintain a private online client practice, though most of his time and energy is devoted to volunteering, training, mentoring/certifying practitioners and giving presentations at various integrated healthcare conferences internationally. He has worked in the healthcare field for over 33 years as a chiropractor offering an integrated approach to supporting individuals in their physical and mental health and well-being. Today he speaks about: EFT tapping with Dr. Craig Wiener. (0:14) Mental health approach to understanding diseases. (1:48) How body pain can be a sign of emotional healing. (5:44) Healing through self-inquiry and tapping. (11:41) Using EFT tapping for emotional regulation. (16:03) EFT tapping for emotional regulation and self-healing. (20:00) EFT tapping for emotional healing and self-regulation. (25:45) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn about the META Health Approach
Today's Valuable Free Resources/Links: · FREE resource to help you learn your brain type- https://www.brainhealthassessment.com/ Summary In this episode, I introduce you to Barbara Gustavson. She was born and raised in Virginia. Barbara is a wife, mom and nature nut who always enjoyed listening to people's stories, ideas, and dreams for their life. Her mother, a dedicated nurse, was impacted by chronic stress and demands that came with caring for a loved one with a mental and brain health disorder. She also noticed how many community helpers can get caught in a cycle of overwhelm, accumulated stress and sometimes burnout. Subsequently, she focuses on helping those with big hearts who often forget to take care of their needs yet are wanting to live in their purpose and improve their wellbeing. A mental and brain health advocate and leadership facilitator, provides stress management and burnout prevention training for mental health workers and community leaders. She utilizes a strengths-based approach to support resilience initiatives and is author of "Permission to be BOLD", and head facilitator for Dr. Amen’s certification programs for clinicians, coaches and educators. Today she speaks about: Resilience in special children and their families. (0:00) Brain types and their impact on parenting and mental health. (8:46) Brain type assessment and SPECT scans. (17:25) Brain scans and mental health treatment. (21:36) Mental health self-care and prioritization. (25:10) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to raise children with resilience in adversity.
Today's Valuable Free Resources/Links: · FREE Resource Link: Triad Baby Shower - oliviasherd.com Summary In this episode, I introduce you to Alicia Saunders. Alicia is the founder of Olivia’s Herd LLC, a brand created by a mom for Moms. The organization was named after the founder’s late daughter Olivia who was stillborn at nine months in 2020. Their purpose is to empower Mothers before, during, and after childbirth regardless of the outcome. They strive to impact and empower mothers holistically wherever they are in their journey of motherhood. In addition to leading this great organization, Alicia is often invited to speak on, and lead conversations surrounding the current maternal health crisis for black mothers in our country. Alicia also serves as Co- Chair of two patient advisory boards for Kaiser Permanente aimed at changing the birthing outcome for women of color. Today she speaks about: Maternal health crisis for black mothers. (0:09) Support for bereaved mothers. (1:39) Maternal health and empowerment. (11:44) Maternal health disparities and advocacy. (17:33) Maternal and infant mortality crisis. (25:45) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to empower mothers before, during, and after childbirth.
In this episode, I introduce you to Dr. Michelle Perro. Michelle Perro, MD, DHom is a veteran pediatrician with over four decades of experience in acute and integrative medicine. More than fifteen years ago, Dr. Perro transformed her clinical practice to include the health effects from GMOs and their associated pesticides. She co-founded and is the CEO of the non-profit website, www.gmoscience.org, created to examine the effects of genetic engineering with a lens on health. Dr. Perro has managed her own business, Down to Earth Pediatrics, creating a new field of integrative urgent care medicine. Dr. Perro has co-authored the highly acclaimed book, What’s Making our Children Sick (https:// www.chelseagreen.com/product/whats-making-our-children-sick/). She is a nationally and internationally known speaker, and has authored many publications, which can be found on the parental education section of her website. Making our Children Well is her second book, to be released spring, 2024. Today she speaks about: GMOs and their effects on children's health with Dr. Michelle Perro. (0:04) GMOs, glyphosate, and its effects on gut health and the microbiome. (5:50) Pesticides, and their impact on children's health. (12:35) Organic and regenerative farming practices. (18:22) Food as medicine and sustainable farming practices. (23:58) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn about what is making our children sick.
In this episode, I introduce you to Dion Powell. Dion is a native of the Bronx and NYC political operative with a specialization in strategy. He has over 20 years of collective education, experience, and most importantly network in the realm of politics, government, and civics. Dion has always been in the know of how political action works real time in the areas of the board of elections, campaign strategies, and legislative policies. Some of the civic engagement organizations and boards he is and has been on are the Bronx Branch NAACP, BLEXIT New York, NYS Democrats (Caucus of Color Chair), NY Urban League: Young Professionals, the Bronx chapter of the National Action Network (NAN), The Bronx Arc of Justice Chapter, the Black Alumni Association, Urban Youth Initiative, American Association of Political Consultants, Professional Consultants Association, Parliamentarians of Metro New York, Frederick Douglas Leadership Institute, and many more. Civic engagement has become part of his lifestyle and he is known as “The Super Strategist” and “The Community’s Consultant”. He has a talent for studying the political and governmental climate to advise on navigating those systems. Today he speaks about: Politics, government, and civics with guest Dion Powell. (0:06) School choice and homeschooling in the African American community. (2:33) Education, vaccine injuries, and black exit from the educational system. (9:31) Black conservatism and Brexit. (13:29) Race, education, and economic empowerment. (20:22) Mental health and holistic approaches. (24:43) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn about Wonder Women – Being a Mama Bear in Politics.
In this episode, I introduce you to Hilary Boynton. Hilary is an author and the founder of School of Lunch, a training academy and culinary consulting company. Hilary, a mother of 5, underwent a transformative experience years ago. Where modern pharmacology failed her family, she was able to heal chronic disease through the power of food and nutrition. Hilary then set out to reawaken culture to the value of preparing and cooking through the framework of ancestral techniques and practices anchored in the observations of Dr. Weston A. Price. Hilary documented her journey through the GAPS protocol in her first publication, The Heal Your Gut Cookbook, creating a well referenced companion of recipes and strategies, vital to this category. Hilary then put her ancestral framework of cooking into practice as Head of Nutritional Services at The Manzanita School, a private, nature-based school in Topanga, California. After overhauling the lunch and snack programs, she expanded to share her proven kitchen model with other schools and individuals around the country through the company, School of Lunch. Modeling scratch-cooking, nutrient density, savory menus and strong connections with local food systems, the School of Lunch -Training Academy hosts culinary intensives and retreats, aimed at schools, chefs and individuals seeking to emulate Hilary’s well tested framework and values. A self-proclaimed “Lunch Leader,“ Hilary is dedicated to building a tribe of leaders to catalyze a cultural shift, with its focus on the future generations - our children. She is a steward of ancestral culinary practices and firm proponent of the overarching belief that food is medicine. Her work is both noble and critical in the face of a civilization overwhelmed by deficient diet trends, nutritional misinformation and she seeks to joyfully disrupt the trend of chronic illness in our children. Today she speaks about: Disrupting school lunches with ancestral culinary practices. (0:00) School lunches and a mother's efforts to improve them. (3:48) Women's health and wellness programs in schools. (5:27) Improving school lunches and addressing chronic illnesses. (6:51) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to joyfully disrupt school lunches.
In this episode, I introduce you to Carol Grieve. Carol Grievé is a holistic nutritionist, life coach, food educator, speaker, journalist and the host of the internet talk radio show, Food Integrity Now. Over the past 15 years she has interviewed some of the most influential food and health experts in the world with almost 300 podcasts and live interviews and has written many articles relating to health and wellness. She assists individuals and groups to eliminate chemicals and toxins from their diet and to create a way of eating that works for them to create healthy immune systems, mind, body and spirit. Carol was recognized by Applegate Foods and won their National award for being one of the most influential food educators in 2018. She continues to educate and assist individuals and groups to have a better quality of life filled with passion and joy. Carol is an advocate for creating transparency in our food supply. She is passionate about shifting our current chemical-laden food system into one that supports our health, humanity and the planet. Today she speaks about: Holistic nutrition and food education with Carol Grieve. (0:00) GMOs and their impact on food supply. (1:39) Improving food supply and security. (7:21) Organic food, pesticides, and health issues. (13:59) Food, health, and autism. (21:30) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn how to get healthier food.
In this episode, I introduce you to ERICA KOMISAR, LCSW. Erica is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for over 30 years. A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and The New York Freudian Society, Ms. Komisar is a psychological consultant bringing parenting workshops to clinics, schools, corporations, and childcare settings. She is a contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and The New York Daily News. She is also a Contributing Editor to The Institute for Family Studies and appears regularly on Fox and Friends and Fox 5 News. Erica is the author of Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety. Today she speaks about: Motherhood and its importance in early childhood. (0:09) Mothering and child development. (2:42) The importance of early mother-child bonding and repairing brain development. (11:10) Parenting and emotional regulation. (16:23) Attachment disorders and breastfeeding. (23:13) Motherhood, bonding, and childcare. (32:28) Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn the importance of prioritizing motherhood..