Ep71 | Exploring the Intersection of Women's Health and Psychedelics with Author Jennifer Chesak

In this episode, I am sharing why Pilates has become. major part of my pelvic floor and women's wellness practice. After years of helping women through rehab, I kept seeing the same gap; they were improving, but they wren't confident or strong enough to maintain their progress on their own. Pilates fills that gap beautifully. It blends strength, breath, alignment and nervous system regulation- all essential for pelvic floor recovery and long term wellness. Whether you are postpartum, pregnant, in perimenopause, dealing with pelvic pain or wanting to build deeper more functional core strength, Pilates offers a safe and powerful path forward. You will learn: -Why I am integrating more Pilates into both rehab and wellness-How Pilates supports pelvic floor coordination, strength and mobility. -Where traditional PT falls short and how Pilates bridges the gap-What's coming next in my hybrid PT + Pilates modelWork with me:In person: Physical therapy or 1:1 private pilates sessionsVirtually: Virtual coachingHow to find me:www.thepelvicyogi.comIG: @the.pelvicyogi.com@pelviccorestudioemail: [email protected] best always,Aimeeaka: the pelvic yogi

Postpartum Care Innovation by The Newborn NurseRachel Ramsey, RN, BSN shares her background as a nurse, highlighting her 20 years of experience in caring for mothers and newborns. She described her frustration with the current hospital discharge process, which often leaves new mothers feeling unprepared and overwhelmed. This experience motivated her to start her own postpartum doula company in 2016, which now employs 25 neonatal RNs and provides in-home care to new mothers.Postpartum Nursing Services in NashvilleRachel discussed her postpartum nursing business, highlighting the importance of support for new parents, especially in a city like Nashville where many clients are transplants without family nearby. She explained that her team of experienced neonatal nurses provides primarily night nursing care, with clients typically staying for 2-3 months, and emphasized that clients should book early in their pregnancy.Overnight Baby Care ServiceRachel describes her baby care service, which provides overnight care to help parents, especially mothers, get rest. She explains that they handle feeding, laundry, and sleep training, with a typical contract of 2-3 nights per week for 8-10 weeks. The most common questions from parents involve breastfeeding and newborn sleep, and Rachel provides basic lactation support while referring to a lactation nurse for major issues.Expert Guidance for New MothersRachel and Aimee discussed the importance of having expert guidance for new mothers, particularly in areas like lactation and postpartum care. They highlighted how social media can both help and harm, providing valuable resources but also spreading misinformation and causing unnecessary anxiety. Rachel emphasized the need to rely on expert resources rather than random online advice and shared her experience of teaching newborn classes, where she often corrects misinformation shared by parents on social media. They also touched on outdated practices, such as unsafe sleeping positions, and the challenge of educating grandparents about modern, safe methods of caring for newborns.Maternal Health Resources OverviewRachel discussed the various referral resources, including lactation support, car seat installation, pelvic floor health, newborn sleep advice, and referrals to specialists such as doulas, pediatricians, and postpartum mental health counselors. She also highlighted her podcast, which features interviews with experts in maternal and child health, and mentioned that she started it to provide reliable information to parents seeking guidance. Aimee appreciated the comprehensive approach and noted the growing women's health community in Nashville.In-Home Nursing and Online CoursesRachel discussed her in-home nursing care services, including night nursing, daytime care, and a newborn education class. She explained how she adapted her newborn care class into an online course after receiving requests during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rachel also mentioned offering newborn consults for parents with specific concerns and providing business consults to help other nurses start their nursing businesses.Postpartum Support: An InvestmentRachel and Aimee discussed the importance of postpartum support for new mothers, emphasizing that many mothers need more help than they anticipate. Rachel shared that she often sees new mothers struggling with guilt, both for seeking help and for not meeting societal expectations. She advised viewing postpartum support as an investment in one's well-being, rather than an expense, and suggested that families consider gifting postpartum care as a baby shower present. Aimee agreed, highlighting the critical nature of prenatal and postpartum support, and suggested that new parents prioritize this investment over less necessary baby items.website: www.thenewbornnurse.comInstagram: @thenewbornnursePodcast: Thew Newborn Nurse Podcast

In this podcast episode, Aimee sits down with Shea Wingate, also known as "the Grief Girlie" on Instagram. Shea is a grief therapist who owns her own practice in Nashville. Before diving into the conversation, Aimee provides a content warning for a deep discussion on grief and loss, acknowledging the sensitive nature of the topics at hand.Shea introduces herself as a grief therapist who is passionate about supporting her clients through difficult times. She opens up about her own personal grief story, sharing that she tragically lost her dad, sister, and mom within a span of just 13 months. Having previously studied to become a therapist, Shea decided to specialize in grief therapy after experiencing these profound losses in her own life.Throughout the episode, Shea emphasizes the uniqueness of every person's grief journey, even within families. She stresses the importance of effective communication and understanding within relationships, as everyone grieves differently. Amy and Shea delve into how grief impacts relationships, with Shea highlighting the significance of supporters taking care of themselves as well.The conversation explores various coping strategies for grief, such as journaling, engaging in meaningful rituals, and embracing movement. Shea suggests gentle practices, like walking the same path for stability, while Aimee reflects on the challenging nature of driving during her own grieving process.Shea also addresses the fact that grief knows no timeline and offers support and guidance for those grappling with long-term losses. The episode highlights the best ways to support grieving friends, emphasizing the power of actively listening without expectations and regularly checking in on their grief.Closing the episode, Shea encourages anyone struggling with grief to seek support, reminding listeners that grief is a natural part of life that everyone will experience. Her ultimate hope is to help people navigate their losses and find growth and healing over time.Reach out to Shea:Via Website: https://www.thegriefgirlie.com/Via Instagram: @thegriefgirlie

In this episode of the Nashville Women's Health podcast, host Aimee Bailey interviews author and writer Jennifer Chesak. Jennifer's book, "The Psilocybin Handbook For Women," explores the intersection between psychedelics and women's health. The Global Drug Survey of 2020 revealed that women are increasingly using psychedelics to self-treat conditions that the mainstream medical system has overlooked. Jennifer focuses on psilocybin, a natural fungus that many women feel safer using. She discusses the rapidly changing legalities surrounding psilocybin and predicts that it will be de-scheduled federally in the near future. Her book is available for purchase and listeners can find more information on Jennifer's social media channels. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to learn more about the intersection of psychedelics and women's health. Enjoy!Reach out to Jennifer:Via Website: https://www.jenniferchesak.com/Via Instagram: @jenchesakFollow Me: Website: https://www.thepelvicyogi.com/Instagram: @the.pelvic.yogiEmail: [email protected]

In this episode of the Nashville Women's Health podcast, host Aimee Bailey welcomes special guest Nate Feathers, the man behind the popular Instagram account Dad's Don't Babysit. Nate shares the story of how he changed his parenting style after realizing that he needed to learn new techniques if he wanted to be a better parent to his four children. He talks about how his strict upbringing influenced his parenting style and how he had to consciously make an effort to change his ways.Nate also shares the impact of his physical health journey on his parenting journey. He talks about how he used to spank his children and how he realized that there had to be another way. Through his journey to better health, he found a new way to parent that was more forgiving and understanding. He emphasizes the importance of modeling good behavior and being an example to your children.As a social media influencer, Nate receives DMs from fathers who are struggling with the demands of parenthood. He shares his philosophy on parenting, which centers around the idea of being a "warrior in a garden" - being tough outside of the home but gentle and caring inside. Nate is currently working on a website and a book that focuses on the idea of self-discipline being the best form of discipline for children. He emphasizes the importance of always being willing to learn and grow as a parent.Reach out to Nate:Via Instagram: @dads_dont_babysitFollow Me: Website: https://www.thepelvicyogi.com/Instagram: @the.pelvic.yogiEmail: [email protected]

In this episode, we are joined by Deeannah Seymoure, the founder of ph-D Feminine Health. Diana shares her journey from being a pharmaceutical industry veteran to becoming an accidental entrepreneur. After struggling with feminine care issues and not finding a holistic alternative, she discovered Boric Acid and consulted with OBGYNs to launch her product in 2014. Fast forward to today, her company has expanded to offer a wide range of holistic feminine care products, including a pH balanced feminine wash, a moisturizer, probiotics, menopause supplements, and menstrual support products.Deeannah discusses how quickly people notice results with their products, especially with suppositories. She also mentions the side effects that people need to be aware of when using any of their products. To minimize the chance of any leakage or discharge, she recommends inserting the suppositories at night before going to bed. Diana also talks about their menopause product, which is a pill containing creatine, adaptogenic herbs, and other ingredients geared towards menopausal women.The conversation shifts to the need for more support for women in regard to their health, as there is still a lot of misinformation out there. Diana is determined to keep raising her voice and creating awareness for everyone. She also mentions the challenges of being a woman-owned business and the reluctance of certain publications to spotlight the business or the category due to the stigma still associated with it. Enjoy!Reach out to Deeannah:Via website: https://www.phdfemininehealth.com/Via E-mail: [email protected]

This episode of the Nashville Women's Health Podcast focuses on endometriosis and the importance of an integrative approach to treatment. The discussion features Rachel, who shares her experience with endometriosis and the various treatments she has undergone. Rachel emphasizes the importance of seeking out medical professionals who approach endometriosis from an integrative perspective, including pelvic floor physical therapists, nutritionists, and physicians who prioritize down-regulating the nervous system before surgery.The podcast also touches on the emotional and psychological toll of endometriosis, with Rachel sharing how important it is to be mindful of how we talk to people with bloating or inflammation, as we do not know what they are going through. Rachel also talks about her upcoming health coaching program, which will focus on helping individuals with endometriosis, fatigue, and other hormone issues.Overall, this episode highlights the importance of taking an integrative approach to endometriosis treatment and emphasizes the need for patience and emotional support during the recovery process.Follow Me: Website: https://www.thepelvicyogi.com/Instagram: @the.pelvic.yogiEmail: [email protected]

Welcome back to the Nashville Women's Health Podcast! This week's episode is the first in a 3-part series on Endometriosis. Today, Rachel is going to discuss her diagnosis and the journey she went through before she got an accurate diagnosis. She also talks about the different treatment options available, as well as the recovery process. Rachel's main symptoms started in 2017 and included headaches, fatigue, and muscle aches that resembled the flu. They visited numerous specialists and took many tests, but none could diagnose the issue. They were prescribed birth control, antidepressants, anxiety medication, and pain medication, but none of them were effective. This highlights the need for more awareness about endometriosis and better medical care for those suffering from it.Endometriosis Symptoms: A Personal Account of Diagnosis and TreatmentThe Cost of Endometriosis Treatment: A Personal AccountReclaiming Life from Endometriosis with Amy Stein's Book and Practical Self-Care StrategiesFollow Me: Website: https://www.thepelvicyogi.com/Instagram: @the.pelvic.yogiEmail: [email protected]

Welcome back to another episode of the National Women’s Health Podcast. This week on the show we are joined by Olivia Dykes from LivWell Coaching to discuss her journey into nutrition and personal training. As a mother of two healthy children, Olvia has experienced the highs and lows of postpartum and has been faced with the battles of overcoming low self-worth and self-value. With the knowledge she has gathered, Olivia has made it her mission to educate and empower women to be comfortable in not being comfortable!Episode Highlights: [00:00] LivWell Coaching [02:56] Focusing on post-partum training[08:26] Pregnancy and postpartum corrective exercise specialist [10:20] Pregnancy is a trauma[13:40] Internal self-worth and self-value [18:15] Delegating outside of yourself[20:01] Combating lack of education on the Pelvic Floor  [25:45] Addressing what is most important [27:51] Building the right mindset [31:02] Zoom meeting on mindset

Welcome back to the Nashville Women’s Health podcast, this week I am joined by pelvic physical therapist Jen Le Coguic to discuss pelvic floor practices, treatments, and symptoms. We list 10 notable items to be aware of when experiencing any pelvic floor discomfort called the Cozean Screening Protocol. Our goal for this episode is to empower women to take control of their health and stay vigilant! Timestamps:[00:11] Introduction to Jen Le Coguic[01:47] Demographics of pelvic floor patients[05:08] Once a patient always a patient[07:31] Cozean Screening Protocol[08:03] #1 – Pelvic pain that is greater than a 3/10[10:04] #2 – Falling onto your tailbone, lower back, or buttocks[11:30] #3 – Experiencing an accidental loss of urine[13:31] #4 – Getting up a night 2 or more times to sue the bathroom[13:53] #5 – Having a feeling of increased pelvic pressure[15:10] #6 – History of sciatica or pain in the groin, hip, low back, or tailbone[16:37] #7 – Loss of bowel control[17:26] #8 – Experiencing pain with sexual activity/intercourse [18:51] #9 – Sexual activity increases one or more of other symptoms [19:43] #10 – Prolong sitting increases symptoms [21:50] Empowering women to take charge of their healthcare[25:11] Connect with JenConnect with Jen through her website here ｜ Instagram｜Email: [email protected] Me: Website: https://www.thepelvicyogi.com/Instagram: @the.pelvic.yogiEmail: [email protected]