There is a quiet longing many of us carry—a knowing that something essential has been lost in the way we support families after birth.
In this episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Eck reflects on how that longing can become lived purpose. Drawing from years of postpartum caregiving, Ayurvedic wisdom, and lived experience, this conversation explores why postpartum care has been diminished in modern culture—and how it can be reclaimed through conscious presence, community responsibility, and remembrance.
This episode speaks to those who feel called to care: postpartum caregivers, birth workers, mothers, partners, and anyone who senses that healing is not meant to happen alone. We explore the difference between awareness and action, the role of fire and determination in living our purpose, and why conscious caregiving is not limited to a profession—it is a cultural practice that begins within families and extends outward into community.
In this conversation, we explore:
– How longing becomes purpose through conscious action
– Why postpartum care is a cultural responsibility, not an individual burden
– The loss of traditional support systems and what it means to rebuild them
– How caregiving begins with presence, trust, and relationship
– Creating a culture where families are held, not left to navigate fragility alone
This episode is an invitation to remember that when care is present, the postpartum window becomes a space of integration rather than trauma—and that each of us has a role in restoring this way of caring.
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In this solo episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Eck offers a quiet, steady reflection for caregivers who are holding more than most people can see.
Recorded during the season of darkness and light, this conversation emerges from an awareness that burnout has become almost synonymous with caregiving—especially in postpartum care, birth work, and family support. We name it, we expect it, and often we carry it alone.
But burnout is not a personal failure.
And it is not the price of meaningful work.
Through the lens of Ayurveda and the Universal Mother Principles, Christine explores caregiving as a reciprocal process—one in which the caregiver must also be held, nourished, and resourced from within. She speaks honestly about motivation, depletion, inner fire, and the quiet self-judgment that can arise when we feel we are never doing enough.
This episode is an invitation to step back from the pressure of productivity and return to what truly sustains us. To remember that while we may not be able to do everything, we can tend the center—one moment of presence, one connection, one intentional pause at a time.
This conversation is for:
Caregivers feeling stretched thin
Postpartum and birth professionals navigating exhaustion
Mothers and family caregivers longing for restoration
Anyone questioning how to stay in service without burning out
Rather than offering fixes or formulas, this episode creates space for reflection—asking you to consider your own story of depletion, and the possibility of restoration that still lives within you.
Care was never meant to flow in only one direction.
You are part of the circle, too.
We’re grateful to walk this path together.
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Some callings arrive quietly, long before we have language for them.
In this episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Eck sits in conversation with Nicole Stratis, whose path into postpartum and nervous system care began not in a classroom, but in the soil—working organic farms, listening to plants, and learning through the intelligence of the hands.
Nicole shares how farming and herbalism became early initiations into embodiment, presence, and slowness, and how these earth-based teachings now live at the heart of her work offering sacred touch and conscious care to women—especially during the sacred window after birth.
Together, we reflect on the way plants, land, and the natural world invite us back into our own humanness. We explore touch as relationship rather than technique, postpartum care as a continuation of ancient remembering, and the truth that the body already knows how to heal when it is met with reverence and trust.
This conversation is for anyone who feels called to caregiving work but senses their path has been non-linear, intuitive, or difficult to explain. It is a reminder that your story—however winding—is already preparing you.
In This Episode, We Explore
• Embodied beginnings and unexpected paths into caregiving• Farming and herbalism as spiritual and somatic teachers• Sacred touch as a language of presence• Nervous system healing in postpartum care• Trusting the body’s innate intelligence• Listening for the call that has been guiding you all along
If this conversation speaks to something stirring in you, we invite you to stay connected with us and explore conscious postpartum caregiving through the lens of Ayurveda and the Universal Mother Principles.
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About Nicole:
Nicole Shea Stratis guides women home into their bodies through the art of sacred touch and embodied presence. Her path to becoming a licensed massage therapist, yoga teacher, and biodynamic craniosacral therapist began in the soil—working organic farms and apprenticing with herbalists across the country—where she awakened to the profound connection between the earth's health and our own. Through modalities including Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage, the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage, and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, she honors the body's innate intelligence as the true healer. Nicole holds space for women to reclaim trust with their bodies, supporting nervous system healing and postpartum care with the deep reverence and presence they deserve.
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About | Nicole Stratis, LMT
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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 the vulnerable beauty that emerges in the moments we often fear the most. Grace offers an embodied, soulful lens on why the “bottom of the chasm” isn’t a failure—it’s a portal.
Whether you’re in the postpartum window, navigating a major life change, or supporting others through theirs, this episode brings spaciousness, compassion, and clarity to the unfolding process of becoming.
In this episode we explore:
The death-and-rebirth cycles we experience throughout life
Why profound change feels like freefall—and why that’s not wrong
The innocence beneath our fear, shame, or expectations
Postpartum as an initiatory portal of identity and transformation
How to hold space without rescuing—especially as caregivers
The importance of beauty, quiet, and devotion as guiding anchors
Grace’s powerful personal story of unraveling and reclamation
What it means to trust the process of becoming, even in the dark
About Grace:
Grace Allerdice is a spiritual writer, teacher, healer, and facilitator; and is currently on a multi-year initiatory path to become an ordained Priestess. She has an extensive background in mystical and magical studies as well as embodiment practices — ranging from art-making and performance to yoga to Hermeticism, and also includes in-depth knowledge + practice of Hellenistic astrology, energetic healing modalities, ceremonial magic and death work.
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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 deep exhale. Together we explore what becomes possible when we look beyond traditional expectations of paid postpartum care and instead rediscover the ancient, human patterns that have held new mothers for generations.
Sarah shares her experience of hiring Esther for both of her births, and how that early connection eventually led them to create their own platform of postpartum education. Esther—whose decades of experience in postpartum and birth work are rooted in an extraordinary story that began when she was just eight years old—offers wisdom that reminds us how natural it once was for mothers to be held by their community.
Together, we hold the question so many mothers carry quietly:
What do you do when you know you need help, but don’t have the means to hire support?
In this conversation, we explore:
✨ How postpartum support was originally communal—not professionalized
✨ What “doula” truly meant before the term expanded into birth work
✨ Creative, accessible forms of care that don’t depend on financial resources
✨ The Universal Mother Principles as an inner compass when support feels scarce
✨ The power of reciprocity, presence, and small gestures of nourishment
✨ How to soften the shame so many carry around “not having a village”
This episode is a reminder that while the culture around us may not naturally provide postpartum care, the possibility for care is never lost. Community can be built, even slowly. Support can arrive in small, meaningful doses. And the sacred window can still be held with reverence, even when resources feel thin.
Wherever you are in your journey—mothering, caregiving, remembering your own postpartum story—I hope you feel seen here. You deserve support. You deserve nourishment. You deserve to be held.
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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 supporting other women.
Topics We Explore:
– Cultural lineage and its quiet influence on postpartum expectations
– The emotional and spiritual layers of the sacred window
– Gestational diabetes, military life, and the shock of unmet support
– Nourishment as remembrance
– How caregivers often emerge from their own unmet needs
– Returning to what truly stabilizes us in motherhood
About Our Guest:
Sarah McGinnis Chapman is devoted to helping women reclaim their well-being through conscious self-care and postpartum nourishment. Her lived experiences—across cultures, military communities, and motherhood—shape her grounded and compassionate approach to healing.
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Link to TED Talk about advice that was mentioned during our talk (14 min):
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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:
This episode is a gentle invitation to return to your creative roots, connect with others, and find balance in the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just fiber-curious, join us for encouragement, wisdom, and inspiration to weave healing into daily life.
About Jessica:
Jessica is an Ayurvedic health counselor, a yoga instructor, a fiber artist, and a mom to two daughters. She is a current student of Ayurvedic postpartum care. Jessica lives and practices in Hudson Valley, New York.
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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 challenges to finding purpose as a facilitator of Feminine Empowerment and healing circles. Together, Christine and Andrea discuss:
Tune in for inspiring stories, practical wisdom, and a vision for a world where we don’t just survive—we thrive. Whether your interest is personal healing, supporting others, or reshaping culture, there’s something in this episode for you.
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Andrea is a birth worker, yoga teacher, and devoted student of the feminine healing arts. Her path began in 2011 after a life-changing journey to the Amazon rainforest, which inspired her to found Graceful Warriors—a pioneering platform for women’s empowerment and sisterhood in Vancouver. Over six years of facilitating circles, workshops, and womb-healing gatherings, she discovered birth as the true origin of her soul’s calling.
Trained initially as a doula in 2013 with Kara Maria Ananda and later through Pacific Rim College’s Holistic Doula program, she weaves together herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupressure, and nutrition in her care. In 2024, she began advanced study with the Center for Sacred Window Studies’ Conscious Postpartum Caregiver program, deepening her devotion to Ayurvedic and holistic postpartum care.
Rooted in Nature and over two decades of spiritual and ceremonial practice, she brings a calm, nurturing presence to her work. Through pre- and postnatal Yoga Nidrā, she offers restorative meditations that guide women into deep rest, preparation, and healing through every threshold of motherhood.
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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.
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About Kristen:
Kristen Timchak is an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Somatic Stress Release® Facilitator, Resilience Coach, and mother whose work centers on chronic stress, nervous system health, neuroplasticity, and sustainable self-care. A longtime devotee of nature and collector of beautiful moments (and special stones), she believes deeply in the power of love to create change in the world. With over two decades of study in Ayurveda, meditation, herbalism, and somatic practices—and a decade of immersion in nervous system science—her most profound learning emerged through personal experience: motherhood, illness, financial strain, and the cumulative exhaustion of modern life. Through holistic coaching, somatic embodiment, Ayurvedic wisdom, and therapeutic support, she transformed her mental and physical health and now guides women who feel stuck, burnt out, and unseen to reclaim resilience through simple, consistent, integrative practices. She holds a special dedication to supporting mothers, honoring the profound initiation of matrescence and the overlooked challenges they face in a culture short on care.
Links:
Here is the link for my website: The Nourished Nervous System
Here is my instagram link: Instagram (@undefined)
Here is my link for the Weekend Nervous System Reset:
General 1 — The Nourished Nervous System
And here is a link for my Nourished for Resilience Workbook: General 2 — The Nourished Nervous System
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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 conventional birth and postpartum spaces.
Together, Christine and Morgan dive deep into:
Whether you’re a birth worker, parent, or advocate for equity and inclusion, you’ll find inspiration and practical tools in Morgan’s story and wisdom. Tune in—and join us as we build a more compassionate, inclusive world together.
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Morgan Henry Kerr, the Founder of I AM MAMO, is a queer parenthood consultant and community builder who brings a rich tapestry of professional and personal experiences to her work. Combining her background in community building, place-making, and developing practices that infuse daily life with self-care, delight, and surprise, Morgan has crafted a unique consultancy geared towards supporting queer parenthood. As a queer mom who has traveled the TTC (Trying to Conceive) journey and now thrives as the non-bio parent in her family, Morgan's insights are deeply personal and informed by firsthand experiences.
I AM MAMO offers a range of services, including 1:1 consultations, a 12-week community space that includes weekly group calls for real-time support, and a pleasure and mindset toolbox to promote deep connection, empowerment, and celebration.
https://www.heyfamm.com/services/i-am-mamo
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In this episode, Christine Eck welcomes Christine Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, for an inspiring conversation about the power of community in birth and postpartum work. Christine 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.
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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 cycles after childbirth, and tuning into the body’s subtle signs.
Together, Christine and Natalie explore how traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda can inform modern approaches to women’s health, and discuss the emotional and energetic aspects of the menstrual cycle. Listeners will discover how cycle tracking can be a powerful tool for self-understanding, healing, and empowerment at every stage of life.
Whether you’re new to cycle tracking or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is filled with wisdom, practical tips, and heartfelt stories. Don’t miss out on learning how to harmonize your daily life with your body’s natural rhythms. For more resources and to connect with Natalie, check out the show notes!
IG: Natalie Elliott | Women’s Health (@moonbaby_magic)
Website: Moon Baby Magic
1:1 Work: Acusimple | Online Access
Moon Cycle Mastery Course: Natural Hormone Healing Course for PMS and Period Pain
My Podcast: Moon Baby Magic
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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 personal journey from athlete to holistic healer, and how her own postpartum experiences led her to integrate Ayurveda into her work. Discover the evolution of women’s fitness, why the “six-week rule” doesn’t fit everyone, and how listening to your body is the key to true healing.
Andrea offers practical advice on breathwork, pelvic floor health, and the power of starting small—reminding us that even a minute of mindful breathing or a single workout a week can lay the foundation for lasting change. We also dive into the emotional realities of motherhood, the importance of self-compassion, and how movement can be a powerful form of self-care.
Connect with Andrea Clausen at her website or on Instagram @seasonalandrea.Listen now and take the next step on your journey to holistic wellness!
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#1 personal trainer in Minneapolis for Women
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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, mental health, and overall well-being. She stresses the need for early postpartum care, starting at two to three weeks postpartum, and the importance of empowering clients to take ownership of their healing. Martin also notes the broader applicability of Ayurvedic practices across the lifespan and for various health conditions.
Sujata Martin is a pelvic health occupational therapist who blends the mind body soul approach of Ayurveda with western medicine including osteopathic manipulation and OT to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. She is especially dedicated to working with chronic pelvic pain and trauma-informed pelvic care. She is a clinical researcher, and also the author
of “Not Just Kegels – The Exhausted Mama’s Guide to Pregnancy & Postnatal Wellness,” which ranked #1 on Amazon’s Pregnancy & Childbirth list. Sujata is a mother who has used her knowledge to support herself during her pregnancy, in preparing for birth and in her postpartum window.
Sujata runs a busy practice called Pelvic Soul in Tampa, FL. She also runs the Integrative Somatic Healing Institute where she teaches other professionals in her unique approach to pelvic floor therapy using modern science and Ayurveda.
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Tampa's Best Rated Pelvic Floor Theraphy Specialist
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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 massages (Abhyanga), especially on the feet. She also highlights the importance of seasonal cleansing to release excess doshas and restore balance.
About Molly:
Molly McConnell is a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Postpartum Doula devoted to cultivating collective wellness. Guided by curiosity, embodied listening, and the rhythms of nature, Molly’s approach to Ayurveda is intentional and intersectinoal. As the cofounder of Cultivate Balance, she supports individuals and families in reconnecting with their bodies and restoring balance through virtual Ayurvedic consultations, personalized nutrition, daily rituals, and seasonal cleansing. Molly also offers postpartum care ranging from virtual guidance to in-home support, including travel and live-in care for families who want to be deeply held during the sacred window.
Website: Cultivate Balance | Ayurvedic Consultations, Holistic Cleansing, Postpartum Doula
Seasonal cleanse: The Reset for Resilience | An Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Program
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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 concept of integrating your new self after birth, stressing the importance of presence, awareness, and strong community support. Vanessa gets personal, sharing her own postpartum challenges and the transformative power she found in dreams and Ayurvedic practices. The conversation also provides practical tools like dream journaling and recapitulation meditation to help with dream recall and emotional well-being.
About Vanessa:
Vanessa Lamorte Hartshorn is a wise woman whose impact is profound on those who work with her. She is a mother, a sound healer, a flower essence practitioner and maker, a transpersonal psychologist and Ayurvedic postpartum caregiver. She lives and works in Nevada.
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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 community support in her success, highlighting how her practice organically evolved to include bodywork. Jerica's core advice for new practitioners is to be patient, embrace imperfection, and trust the process.
About Jerica:
Jerica is an Ayurvedic practitioner, Ayurvedic postpartum doula and farmer who lives and practices in White Salmon, Washington.
Auntie Jerica : Postpartum Doula
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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 conversation emphasizes the crucial need for prenatal, postpartum, and trauma-informed care, with Ally sharing her efforts to meet these needs through parent support groups and a quality improvement committee. Ultimately, the episode underscores the profound impact of holding space for families and the essential role of doulas in providing emotional and practical support.
About Ally:
Ally Kayton is a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Integrative Mental Health Counselor, and the founder of Sage & Stone Holistic Counseling. With over 25 years in the NICU and advanced training in trauma-informed care, yoga therapy, and postpartum mental health, Ally helps families navigate the emotional and physical complexities of birth, crisis, and recovery. Her work centers on compassion, holistic healing, and empowering families to move from surviving to thriving. She is also passionate about supporting clinicians and first responders facing burnout, offering mental health care and holistic strategies to restore balance and prevent compassion fatigue.
Allyson Kayton, IMHC, DNP, APRN, NNP‑BC, RMHI
Founder | Integrative Mental Health Counselor
Sage & Stone Holistic Counseling
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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 significantly by turning conversations into clients through authentic community engagement, such as participating in local mom groups and early childhood festivals. Andrea advises other aspiring doulas to leverage their unique strengths and focus on building genuine connections to grow their businesses organically.
Guest:
Andrea Luzitano, owner of Upon Arrival Doula Care on the South Shore, Massachusetts
Professional Postpartum Caregiver | Upon Arrival Doula | Massachusetts
Bio:
I'm Andrea, mother of 4 and postpartum caregiver since 2019. Nice to meet you! As a certified Ayurvedic and holistic postpartum caregiver, I take a worldly, natural approach to the postpartum period to help my clients slow down and focus on the ancient and intuitive aspects of maternal care after childbirth.
I'm here to help nurture, nourish, and restore your body, mind, and home to create your very own peaceful postpartum!
Upon Arrival's postpartum support services include:
Meal & Snack Prep for Postpartum Healing ("Food as Medicine")
Bodywork for relaxation
Soothing Yoga Nidra exercises
Transition into Motherhood: Closing of the Bones Ceremony
Honor Your Birth Story: Labyrinth Drawing and Meditation
Floral Baths or Foot Soaks
Herbal Remedies
Lactation Guidance
Emotional Support
Light Housework
Time for Rest
Evidence-Based Newborn Care Support
Local Postpartum Care Resources
& More!
Reiki coming soon! Stay tuned!
Get a Free Postpartum Planning Template by visiting Andrea’s homepage.
She is also available via email to connect! andrea.uponarrivaldoula@gmail.com
Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care?
Reach out! Schedule a time with Christine to find out how this work can transform your care business or provide a meaningful career path.
Here is the link to our free class
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Podcast Music is Composed by Sara Emmitt, graduate of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can hear more of Sara’s incredible music at Sara Emmitt .
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, and offers a clear roadmap for beginners, advising them to collaborate with midwives for visibility and to teach clients self-massage and infant Abhyanga for bonding.
She also emphasizes the crucial need for mentorship and collaboration to expand the conversation around postpartum bodywork and ensure more mothers receive this vital care.
Free Resource to Link to:
https://sacredwindowstudies.com/boost-bonding-here
Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care?
Reach out! Schedule a time with Christine to find out how this work can transform your care business or provide a meaningful career path.
Here is the link to our free class
@sacredwindowstudies
Join our Facebook Group
Podcast Music is Composed by Sara Emmitt, graduate of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can hear more of Sara’s incredible music at Sara Emmitt .