Miscellaneous
In this episode of Integrative Wellness Radio, Dr. Nicole speaks to the fellow expectant mother and Life Coach, Tara Pollifrone. Together, they get real and raw about some of the most commonly asked questions surrounding the journey from pregnancy to infancy. Dr. Nicole discusses the obstacles to conception you may not realize and how to take an integrative approach to prenatal and pregnancy nutrition. During this conversation, Dr. Nicole helps expectant mothers understand how to maximize their health in order to maximize the health of their babies. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Nicole and Tara share some of their personal pregnancy and birthing choices and discuss how to navigate making informed decisions that uphold your individual values. Stay tuned for the next episode where Dr. Nicole and Tara continue the conversation and discuss how your birthing plan can impact your baby’s immune system, the unfortunate realities of breastfeeding, and vaccinations... Noteworthy Time Stamps: 2:10 How Tara discovered Integrative Wellness Group 6:01 Understanding how our bodies differ from one another 8:35 Tara shares her journey of pregnancy & healing 10:56 Obstacles to conception you may not be thinking about 14:22 Aspects of pregnancy and birth that contribute to your baby’s healthy immune system 21:05 The root cause of your morning sickness, acid reflux, and more 25:32 The “pregnancy palette” can transfer to your children