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Fertile Ground: A mind-body approach to getting pregnant - without it taking over your life.

Spenser Brassard | Certified Life Coach, Mind-Body Fertility Expert, Mama-B

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How to solve your fertility struggles, finally get pregnant, and become the mama-bear you know you are…with a mind-body method proven to increase you chances of pregnancy by 55%. This is the place to slow down your day, feel your feelings, and shift that dark cloud in your mind to a healthy, happy desire. Because getting mind and body on board is your best path to “baby on board.”
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Hey mama, my name is Brooke and just like you, I want to show up for my kids in the best way possible. But you and I both know that that means our cup needs to be filled first. Here on The Well Nourished Mama podcast, we learn about all the different ways we can nourish our bodies, minds, and souls in every stage of motherhood, including pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As a mama of 2 and certified postpartum nutritionist, I’m here to educate, empower, and inspire you as you navigate your u ...
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Do you feel like you've tried everything to fall pregnant but nothing seems to help? You've tracked your cycle, timed sex perfectly, switched up your diet, seen all the specialists but it still hasn't happened... While most fertility podcasts focus on current tips to help you fall pregnant, Your Journey to Fertility covers the latest scientific research - but we also go deeper into your mindset, your subconscious & the more "woo-woo" ways you can support your body & your baby. There are coun ...
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In this episode, I chat with my friend Spenser about the powerful mind-body connection to fertility. We explore how our mindset around our bodies and our situations can impact our fertility journey and how we show up for motherhood. Spenser also shares her insights on navigating the emotional ups and downs, including dealing with shame, isolation, …
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Did you feel like you're getting nowhere with fertility treatments, focusing on the best nutrition and taking all the best quality supplements? If you're doing EVERYTHING perfectly, but it just doesn't seem enough, then this episode is one you need to listen to. Today I'm interviewing a special guest - the one and only Spenser Brassard - top-rated …
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Have you heard of EFT (tapping) and how it can support your journey of trying to conceive? If you’ve experienced any of the following: Intrusive or negative thoughts about your fertility Difficulty sleeping (or staying asleep) Panic about the future Then EFT is a simple, effective & quick tool you'll definitely want to dive into. Today I'm intervie…
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In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the mental load and why it can feel so overwhelming. I'll share practical strategies for starting conversations with your partner about lightening the mental load, along with tips for delegating tasks and responsibilities around the home. You'll hear personal examples from my own marriage to see how th…
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What does it mean to use the mind-body connection as you're trying to conceive? And does it actually make a difference to success rates? If you feel like you're following the best advice from your doctor, taking every supplement available & eating the perfect diet...yet you feel like there's something missing...then this is an episode you won't wan…
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I was coaching my radiantly pregnant (45 year old) mama inside of our FMBM coaching call, and she had been sold the same lie that I was while TTC. That pregnancy (and motherhood) are a walk in the park and that you should be beaming with gratitude 24/7 and that everyday you should feel like you’re JLo in the middle of one of her romance movies. Cut…
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Has your journey of trying to conceive sent you on an unexpected path of self-discovery? Yoga is kind of like dipping your toes into the "woo" side of your fertility journey. It opens the door to a deeper connection between your body and mind. And maybe you realise that healing yourself will have a far greater impact beyond those 2 pink lines... To…
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One of the main teachings inside of my book, Fertile Ground, is that: There are 1000’s of different paths you can take to conceive your baby The problem is that we get caught up in how we’re supposed to do it according to culture and the mainstream fertility industry. For example, think about how people usually talk about getting ahead in education…
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Most moms I talk to feel like they’re running on empty, surviving off of coffee and caffeine, and on the last straw most days. While we can all agree motherhood is challenging and exhausting, we shouldn’t feel horrible at baseline. AND, our health shouldn’t get put on the backburner in the name of our family either. Believe it or not, it is possibl…
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In this episode, we dive into the world of parenting children with autism and ADHD and the essential mindset shifts parents need to make. I chatted with Susanna Peace Lovell's about her new book, "Your True Self is Enough," and how it can inspire and guide parents on this journey. You'll learn about the process of getting a diagnosis for your child…
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As you’re reading this email, I’m most likely sleeping, meditating, oracle card reading or listening to 528 Hz beats while going pen to paper This mama needs a break. I need a break away from producing, promoting, posting, doing, blooming. And I ain’t got no shame. After my book launch and a recent death in my family which has left me quite heart b…
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Did you know that since the 1970s average sperm counts globally have fallen by more than 50%? The statistics around male fertility rates these days are nothing short of scary. Even when you receive a "good" result in a male fertility analysis, this is only compared to the general population - and as we'll find out in this episode, that is far from …
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In this episode, we're diving into the crucial role hydration plays in maintaining a healthy milk supply. Discover why water alone isn't enough without the right minerals and how they work together to create breast milk, as well as some creative and practical tips to keep you hydrated while you're busy breastfeeding. Click HERE for today’s shownote…
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The term "Nervous System Regulation" is a bit of a buzzword right now, especially in the fertility space. But what does it actually mean? And WHY is it important if you're trying to conceive? Today I'm speaking with special guest, Lauren Enright, who is a neuroscientist and a yoga teacher. And she's going to break down everything you need to know. …
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I'm sure you know that lifting weights is an important part of a healthy pregnancy, but did you know that prenatal strength training impacts your health for more than just 9 months? In today's episode, we talk about how staying active can positively impact your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery and how to safely start or return to exercise …
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There were countless cycles along my fertility journey that were perfect on paper - they should have worked. But they didn't. So what was it that finally got me over the line? Today's episode is a very vulnerable one. I'm sharing what I went through in the months leading up to the day I got my positive pregnancy test with my little rainbow. I won't…
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In this episode, we dive into the crucial importance of advocating for your health in the postpartum period and discover why postpartum is a unique and often challenging phase of a health journey, both physically and emotionally. We’ll also explore common struggles moms face after giving birth and discuss why the current healthcare system may not p…
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My husband Dan attended a work conference a couple weekends ago in Banff, Alberta. It was a gathering of female physicians with a focus on mental health. I wasn’t there. But it was a shock to Dan that so many women are struggling getting their partners on board with the day to day tasks that make adulting feel so hard. Women do so much. It’s called…
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Do you ever wish someone could just tell you WHEN you'll finally fall pregnant with your baby, so that at least you'll be able to handle everything else in between? If the journey to your baby feels far away, and the prospect of not knowing when/how/if they'll ever be here is all-consuming, then this is the conversation you need to hear. Being able…
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If you’ve ever dealt with pain, whether acute or chronic, you’ve probably dealt with weak fascia. And if you usually feel mental or emotional stress in a physical way, like with a tense neck or a clenched jaw, you’ve felt the effects of tense fascia. In today’s episode with Julia Blackwell, we learn all about fascia and the role it plays in our ove…
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Do you feel like every time you open your social media accounts you're bombarded with pictures of pregnant bellies, pregnancy announcements, happy families...? Maybe you go to dinners with friends who won't stop talking about their kids and asking when you're going to hurry up & have your own...? Perhaps it just feels like the whole world is a remi…
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I see you. Way more than you know. You have done so much to try and create this baby. You are so determined, so passionate and so brilliant. You deserve to be celebrated on this day (if not MORE) than a mother with 3 kids. In my eyes, Mother’s day is for YOU! To make you feel special and seen, I recorded a special podcast with one of my favorite pe…
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Boy oh boy does it sound fancy AF to say this but… I decided to hire a publicist to get the word out about my book, Fertile Ground, that’ll be released in a week! A WEEK! She’s worked with Vogue, Serena Willliams and Ralph Lauren. She’s a feminist. And gorgeous. I love her. Her name is Liz Dennery and she asked if she could interview me on the Fert…
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When you listen to mom stories online or in talking to your family, it seems like they’re always doom and gloom. They talk about the sleepless nights, the sore nipples, all the postpartum-body discomforts, toddler tantrums, and sibling rivalries. But what about all the beautiful parts of being a mom? That’s what I want to talk about today. I want t…
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Have you’ve been trying to conceive for 6 months or more & you feel like you’re not getting anywhere with the treatment options available to you? Or maybe you feel there’s something missing that’s been dismissed by your doctor? Western medicine looks at fertility issues from one perspective - but the ancient wisdom of Chinese Medicine looks at your…
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I got a little (a lot) spicy in this weeks podcast I’m unleashing a lot of pent up emotions I have about the fertility industry This week's podcast is called: 3 things that drive me crazy about the fertility industry. If you don’t yet know this already — with the exception of a handful of fertility experts — I loathe 90% of fertility advice out the…
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This week my husband and I celebrate 5 years of marriage! In honor of our anniversary, I thought it would be fun to share some of the lessons we’ve learned…TOGETHER. That’s right, Tyler is my guest for today’s episode! Whether you’re single, engaged, or married for years already, I truly believe you’ll learn at least one thing that can help you in …
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Do you often think: "Nobody understands what I'm going through" as you're navigating your fertility journey? If you feel like infertility came out of nowhere & took over your whole life, then this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing the 5 things nobody told me about infertility - and once you know what these are, you can support yourself, no matt…
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It might be hard for you to believe this right now… but ➡️there will be a day when your fertility journey will be over ⬅️ One day in the future, this chapter of your life will be completed 📕 All your current questions will have answers ✅ You will know HOW you finally got pregnant. Hallelujah! 🙏🏽 You’ll know what astrological sign your baby is. Your…
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If you’ve ever been told that you had to choose between your career and your family, this episode is for you. I sat down with Meg Miles, a wife, mom of 4, and entrepreneur, to talk about her story of chasing her dreams in the workforce while raising her children full time at home. Listen to her real, raw, and emotional journey of struggle, risk, an…
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Do you often feel like your baby is so close – you can sense they’re around you but you have no idea how to bring them home? That feeling isn’t something you’re imagining – and in today’s episode, special guest Nancy Weiss explains how connecting with your baby (even before they’re born!) can bring you one step closer to falling pregnant. Have you …
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If you’re approaching (or over) the age of 40, is IVF really the answer to your fertility problems? If you’re feeling the pressure to jump into fertility treatments – or perhaps you’ve already been through several rounds of IVF, then this episode is for you. Special guest, Monique Cormack, will be taking you through the truth around trying to conce…
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Being able to trust that you’ll fall pregnant, even after months or years of trying unsuccessfully, is incredibly hard. If you feel like your entire life has been put on hold as you’re trying to conceive, this is the episode you need to hear. Today’s guest, Jessi LeVesconte, will show you her step by step guide to using manifestation that has helpe…
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How exactly does exercise fit into your journey of trying to conceive? Maybe you’ve asked your doctor & they’ve been vague about it – and you’ve found there is so much conflicting advice on the internet. Today I’m discussing the 5 types of exercise you should avoid when you’re TTC, so you have an idea of what you should be doing to support your bod…
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The one thing you hear more than anything when you’re dealing with infertility is that you shouldn’t stress. But how are you supposed to avoid it when you’ve spent months or years TTC, and there’s no end in sight? On today’s episode I’m going to break down exactly what stress is, how it affects your overall health and fertility, and most importantl…
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WTF are you meant to do when IVF doesn’t work? Today I am speaking with embryologist, Lucy Lines, who will walk you through everything you need to know about each stage of IVF, what to ask your doctor, and how to increase your chances of success. Most people get to IVF thinking - this will FINALLY be the thing that gets me pregnant! After years of …
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If you have been trying to conceive for 6 months or more then no doubt someone has said you need to “Just Relax!” (if i had a dollar...). In today’s episode I’m going to share exactly why relaxing isn’t going to help you fall pregnant, so you can start focusing on the things that will. How many times have you been told you just need to “relax a bit…
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If you’re at the stage on your fertility journey where you’re falling down the Dr Google rabbit hole or getting your information from Facebook groups, this episode is for you. Today I’ll share the 5 things that everyone dealing with infertility needs to know about. No matter what stage you’re at, these are going to help you avoid confusion & know e…
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If you feel like you’re doing ALL THE THINGS on your fertility journey – you’re already eating the perfect diet, taking the right supplements, you’re doing everything your doctor has told you, but you’re still not where you want to be, then this is the episode you need to hear. Today I’m going to share the one thing that is so often overlooked as y…
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We all want to love ourselves. But have we ever thought to ask WHY? The truth is that “self-love” isn’t just about you being a good girl who should be nice to herself. There’s waaaayyyyyy more of an exciting benefit to self-love than that — which is why I recorded this weeks podcast on this particular topic that you’re NOT going to want to miss. It…
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Ever been told the only solution to eczema is topical creams or steroids? Me too. As someone who has dealt with psoriasis and rosacea her entire life, I know first hand what it's like to be uncomfortable, self conscious, and frustrated with your skin. Thankfully, today's guest, Andra, is here to teach us another way to heal our skin – from the insi…
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