When Millennials Become Moms

In this episode we sit down with the founder of Simpli, Sarela Herrada, to talk about what is really happening behind our food system and why so many labels are misleading. She shares the moment she realized the system was broken and what she learned firsthand from working with farmers. We break down what regenerative farming actually means and why organic alone may not be enough anymore. We also talk about how much trust we should place in food labels today and how consumers can use their buying power to create real change. The conversation covers the biggest myths around clean food, common pantry mistakes, and the one food she always buys organic. She also shares what she would never feed her own kids and the one simple change every mom can make today to improve her family’s health. Notes1:30 when she realized the food system was broken5:30 What she learned from working with farmers6:30 How do you explain regenerative farming10:30 is organic label not enough anymore12:01 do you trust what is on the food labels today14:00 use your buying power to make a difference16:20 What is the biggest lie consumers are being told about clean food17:30 one food you would always buy organic19:50 What is the biggest pantry mistake moms make23:00 one thing you would never feed your kids28:00 If every mom listening could change just one thing today to improve their family health what would it be Links: Shop: https://eatsimpli.com/collections/beans-legumes Recipes: https://eatsimpli.com/pages/blog

This week’s episode dives into the hidden role plastics play in our food, especially when eating out. With most meals now prepared outside the home, we explore what that means for our daily exposure and why this topic is often overlooked in culinary training. We also get a look into her personal kitchen habits, the ingredients she swears by, and what she avoids completely. From restaurant oils to easy healthy meals, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways for anyone looking to reduce their toxic load. Plastics in Restaurants 1:28 – Why is this so important, and what are we missing about plastic in our food?5:00 – What is not taught in culinary school about the dangers of plastic7:00 – Almost 60% of meals are eaten outside the home, meaning more than half of what we eat is prepared elsewhere. What does that mean for our plastic exposure?11:30 – Her background and how she got into this work15:30 – What is the first place you would remove plastic in a home kitchen?18:00 – Her most underrated ingredient19:00 – What is one thing she would never feed her son?23:00 – Her easiest, go-to healthy meal25:00 – A look at what oils are being used in even the best restaurants32:00 – If someone walks into your restaurant and leaves feeling different, what do you hope they feel?

This week we’re talking all about tantrums and what’s really going on beneath them. We start with a few life updates including making our own cream-top coffee at home (and the cups we love from Elk & Friends) and Emily’s latest obsession with Dubai chocolate. Then we dive into a real-life parenting moment when Natasha helped a friend navigate her four-year-old’s meltdown and what it revealed about how kids process big emotions. From there, we break down practical ways to prevent tantrums before they start including preparing the night before, recognizing that different kids need different approaches, and how to handle older kids who may show their frustration through defiance. We also talk about the surprising lessons these moments teach us about ourselves as parents, the importance of modeling how to calm our own bodies, and how the environment in a child’s bedroom can actually influence behavior and emotional regulation. Links: Dubai chocolates - https://amzn.to/4lzsQ8Q Irish soda bread  - https://www.wowbakesla.com/shop/8o9q3co15z1lo26fgizex9vyg0yurd 1:00- Making our own cream top coffee and elk and friends cups  1:30 - Emily enjoying dubai chocolates  3:00- 4 year old tantrum and how Natasha walked her friend thru her daughters tantrums  7:00 - Preparing the night before to prevent tantrums  13:00- Different kids - different approaches  16:00 - Helping older kids who are defiant  17:00- What we learned about ourselves in these teaching moments with our kids  18:00- Modeling ways to calm our bodies  22:00 - setting up the kids room to help prevent tantrums  23:00- How a kids bedroom impacts their behavior

In this quick episode, we’re recapping our time at Expo West, the biggest natural products show of the year. While we always remind people that packaged foods shouldn’t make up the bulk of your diet, Expo is a fascinating window into where the food industry is heading. We share the biggest trends we noticed across the show floor, including the continued explosion of protein-packed snacks. We talk about some of the protein granolas that caught our attention, the growing category of creative hot sauces, and a few dips that we couldn’t stop going back for. We also highlight some standout products like pistachio butter, a crunchy new quinoa snack, and even some interesting innovations in maple syrup. It’s a quick tour through the booths, flavors, and trends that had everyone talking at Expo West. 0:44- Not encouraging people to eat packaged food  1:15 - Trends at Expo West  2:25 - Protein Granola  3:25- Hot Sauces  3:30 - Dips we loved  4:40 - Pistachio Butter  5:30 - Quinoa Wow  6:30 - Maple Syrup

Peptides with Dr. Vodjani (And the Truth About Collagen, Estrogen, Mold and More) — PART 2 In Part 2, Dr. Vodjani breaks down the rising popularity of peptides: what they are, who they’re for, and why they’re not a cure-all. We also cover hair growth, collagen, colostrum, hormone imbalances (including stubborn high estrogen), mold and mycotoxin testing, and when to consider nutrient and gut health testing for kids. This episode is a practical deep dive into what’s hype versus what’s actually helpful in functional medicine. Topics covered: Peptides in Functional Medicine
 What are peptides, and how are they being used in functional medicine today? Before Starting Peptides
 What should people understand before beginning peptide therapy? The “Cure-All” Hype
 Are peptides being overpromoted as a magic solution? Peptides for Weight Loss & Skin
 The truth about peptides for weight loss, wrinkles, and skin concerns. Peptides & Skin Tissue Repair
 How peptides may support tissue healing and skin integrity. Over-the-Counter Skincare with Peptides 
Do topical peptide products actually work? Hair Growth
 What truly works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to hair growth? Collagen Powders
 Dr. Vodjani’s take on collagen supplementation. Colostrum Is colostrum worth the hype? Who might benefit? High Estrogen Despite a “Healthy” Lifestyle
 If someone lives an 80/20 healthy lifestyle but still has high estrogen, what could be contributing? Mold & Mycotoxins
 Are blood tests for mycotoxins reliable? What should people know about mold exposure? Testing Kids’ Nutrient Levels & Gut Health
 What are the best ages to test children for nutrient deficiencies and gut imbalances?

In Part One with Dr. Vojdani, Natasha shares her personal experience with Epstein-Barr Virus and the symptoms that led her to seek answers. Dr. Vojdani explains what EBV is, how to properly test for it, and why many conventional approaches miss reactivation. We discuss immune triggers, ferritin levels, environmental toxins like PFAS, and why EBV seems more reactive in recent years. The conversation also covers Thymosin Alpha 1, peptides, sourcing concerns, breastfeeding safety, and how EBV can impact both adults and children. This episode lays the groundwork for understanding EBV from both a personal and clinical lens. Notes: 1:00 – Natasha shares her experience with Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). 2:50 – What is Epstein-Barr Virus? 6:00 – How do you properly test for EBV, and what are the issues with how most doctors are currently testing for it? 7:45 – Explaining the Thymosin Alpha 1 shot. 8:30 – Natasha shares some of the symptoms she was experiencing. 10:00 – Dr. Vojdani explains more about peptides and how they work. 13:00 – Concerns about peptides coming from China. 14:25 – Dr. Vojdani responds to the Medical Medium protocol for Epstein-Barr. 15:30 – Can EBV be treated safely while breastfeeding? 16:52 – Are peptides safe during breastfeeding? 17:30 – Conditions Dr. Vojdani sees triggered by EBV in his clinic. 18:00 – Why EBV cases have increased over the past five years. 20:00 – Does mycoplasma bacteria play a role in EBV or other chronic conditions? 21:00 – The impact of ferritin levels and whether low ferritin can contribute to reactivation. 22:00 – Questions about children recovering from Epstein-Barr Virus. 24:00 – PFAS and immune conditions.

In this episode, we dive into the “9-year-old sass” phase — what’s actually happening developmentally and how parents can respond without shaming, escalating, or losing connection. Around age nine, kids are stretching into independence. They’re testing tone, experimenting with power, and beginning to see the world (and you) through a more critical lens. Eye rolls, dramatic exaggerations, and talking back aren’t signs you’ve failed — they’re signs your child is growing. We talk about why regulating yourself first is the most important step before responding, and how to hold firm boundaries without falling into either permissiveness or shame. This isn’t about “gentle parenting” versus discipline — it’s about calm leadership Links: Immunity tea from Rowe Casa (Use Discount code DRORGANICMOMMY) https://www.rowecasaorganics.com/products/immunity-herbal-tea?sca_ref=10410646.exGF0cdNwZoXh1M0 Tallow Body Wash Discount code - DRORGANICMOMMY https://localrevival.co/products/tallow-honey-bodywash Pique Tea Vespers  http://piquelife.com/organicmommy  1:00 – Millennial Find of the Week3:29 – Sass and 9-year-olds4:00 – Understanding what’s going on at 9 years old4:50 – Regulating yourself before responding8:49 – What to do when they roll their eyes11:00 – Gentle parenting vs. holding boundaries13:00 – Not shaming them13:47 – How to deal with the talking back15:50 – How to deal with the overdramatic exaggerations17:00 – Natasha shares a story to explain how she handled it19:00 – How to respond to 9-year-old dramatics22:00 – Ways to create extra connection with your 9-year-olds

This week we cover everything from millennial identity and favorite finds to fragrance exposure and hormone health plus a big parenting deep dive. We answer listener questions on celery powder in bacon, navigating unkind or violent language picked up at school, and screen habits that actually support kids’ development. We also talk about Natasha's thoughts on shows like Bluey, why repetition is beneficial, why fast-forwarding is a no in our house, and why TV is often a better choice than iPads. A practical conversation about modern parenting, health, and raising thoughtful kids in a noisy world. Timecodes 1:00 – Are we actually millennials? We kick things off debating whether we technically qualify as millennials, Xennials, or something in between 2:00 – Millennial Find of the Week: Natasha’s pick is a body soap she’s loving right now & Emily’s pick is a scarf she’s wearing on repeat 4:00 – Fragrance + hormone disruption: Natasha jokes that she wants a button that says: “Ask me about how fragrances are endocrine disruptors.” 5:00 – Listener Q&A: celery powder + bacon 6:51 – Kids picking up violent or unkind language at school: A listener asks what to do when a preschooler comes home repeating violent phrases—or words like “stupid” and “idiot”—learned from other kids. 8:33 – Thoughts on Bluey: Our honest take on the show  10:00 – Why repeating the same episode is actually good: Why kids benefit from watching the same show over and over, and how repetition supports emotional regulation and learning. 11:25 – Why Natasha doesn’t allow fast-forwarding 14:15 – iPad vs TV Links: Local Revival Soap https://go.shopmy.us/p-41527922 Emily’s Scarf  - https://go.shopmy.us/p-41530295

In this episode, we talk about exhaustion by association. The mental load of parenting while constantly reassessing what we think we know. Natasha shares her experience navigating viral induced asthma, why new research has changed her approach to hygiene, and the surprising results of a microplastics study she is participating in. We discuss why reducing exposure matters, how behavior changes can actually move the needle, and why owning mistakes is part of good parenting and good health. Timecodes: 1:00 -Millennial find of the week and please excuse our tween humor 2:00 - Natasha shares what it has been like managing viral induced asthma and navigating illness as a parent 4:30 -Why Natasha may be switching from hand washing to Purell
A conversation on updated research around alcohol based sanitizers and what actually kills viruses 6:30 - Why rinsing with salt water matters and when she uses it 8:30 -Natasha shares a surprising personal update: Zero microplastics found in her system and what that means + discussion of ongoing research on microplastics nanoplastics PFAS and exposure reduction

This week’s episode is a quick but informative one. We start by catching up and sharing our Millennial Must-Haves of the week, including sleep-friendly ear plugs, non-toxic men’s t-shirts, favorite shorts, and workout clothes. The main focus of the episode is eggs. We break down the Vital Farms controversy, explain what to look for when buying eggs, and share how to source the best options for your family. We also talk about how eggs support collagen intake and why they’re such a powerful, affordable food to include regularly. Short, practical, and packed with helpful takeaways. Links (as mentioned in the episode) Ear plugs like earrings: https://amzn.to/4pX5878 Voterra t-shirts: https://vottera.com/products/regenerative-organic-cotton-t-shirts-for-men Ryker shorts: https://rykerclothingco.com/products/the-apex-short-master?variant=50147749822786 Natasha’s favorite eggs: https://nourishfoodclub.com Red Hen app: https://www.redhenapp.com Timecodes: 1:00 – Catching Up Quick life updates and what’s been going on lately in both homes. 2:00 – Millennial Must-Haves of the Week This week’s finds that are actually being used and loved: • Ear plugs that look like earrings and are comfortable for sleeping • Non-toxic, regenerative organic cotton t-shirts for men • Men’s shorts we’ve been loving lately • Favorite workout clothes for women 8:19 – Talking All About Eggs • Why eggs are such an important staple in our homes • Breaking down the recent Vital Farms controversy • What labels actually mean and which ones matter • How to find the best quality eggs available to you • Why sourcing and farming practices make a difference 17:00 – How to Get Collagen From Eggs • How eggs naturally support collagen intake • Which parts of the egg matter most • Simple ways to incorporate them regularly

Interior designer Erin Fetherston joins us to break down how to reduce toxins in your home without feeling overwhelmed. From bedrooms and beds to couches, rugs, and flooring, Erin shares practical starting points, trusted materials, and the certifications that actually matter. They also unpack common greenwashing myths, discuss popular furniture brands, and offer reassurance for anyone feeling behind on their non-toxic home journey. Links and Notes: Bedding Quince (use “organic” in search): https://www.quince.com/search?q=organic&filter=departments%3DHome Coyuchi https://www.coyuchi.com/ Boll and Branch https://www.bollandbranch.com/ The Futon Shop https://www.thefutonshop.com/ Natasha’s Mattress Blog: https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/mattress-guide-natasha-beck Natasha’s kitchen swaps: https://www.drorganicmommy.com/kitchen Upholstery The Futon Shop Cisco Home (inside green) https://ciscohome.net/pages/inside-green Medley Home  https://medleyhome.com/ Kalon Studios https://kalonstudios.com/ Avocado makes some furniture https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com/collections/beds-furniture-1 Rugs Organic Weave Nordic knots Jaipur Living (100% undyed wool options) Enkay  https://www.enkay.com/ https://www.urbannatural.com/ Etsy Finds HedgeHouse: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HedgeHouse https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ottomanmarrakech Amish furniture Loewen Design Studios https://www.loewendesignstudios.com/ https://www.thosmoser.com/ Timecodes: 1:00 – Where to start with reducing toxins in the home 3:45 – Where to start in the bedroom 5:30 – Concrete flooring vs. wood floors 6:00 – What matters most when choosing a bed frame and mattress, and Erin’s favorite brands 11:00 – How to off-gas furniture to help make a difference in your home 12:00 – Labels to look for when buying wood furniture 13:00 – Brands Erin recommends 15:00 – Erin’s take on IKEA 17:00 – Erin and Natasha’s take on the Nugget couch 17:40 – Erin and Natasha answer listener questions about couches 20:00 – Sheepskin throws on couches 21:00 – Where Erin sources organic couches 25:00 – What to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed or behind 29:00 – Erin’s take on rugs and what you need to know 30:00 – Why you shouldn’t be fooled by “sustainability” headlines 31:00 – What certifications actually matter

Mold exposure is more common and more complex than most families realize. In this episode, Brian Karr breaks down how mold impacts health, where it hides, why surface cleaning isn’t enough, and how to navigate testing, remediation, and realistic solutions even when moving isn’t an option. Podcast Notes 2:00 – How big of an issue is mold? 6:00 – Symptoms of mold exposure 9:00 – Why surface mold cleanup isn’t enough 11:00 – Navigating the financial burden 13:00 – How whole-home mold testing works 15:00 – Biggest myths about mold 16:00 – Do air purifiers help if you have mold? 17:00 – What to look for in an air purifier 20:00 – Sneaky places mold loves to hide 26:00 – What to look for in bathrooms 29:00 – What if you have mold but can’t move? 34:00 – Black mold in grout: what now? 38:00 - Important thing you can do every day to mitigate mold in your home  42:00 - What to look for in an inspector when they come to your house Links: INTELLIPURE COMPACT AIR PURIFIER: https://go.shopmy.us/p-37918236 Under the sink leak mat: https://amzn.to/4jwRR3j We inspect: https://www.instagram.com/moldfinders/

Red light therapy is everywhere right now, but most people do not really understand how it works or how to use it correctly. In this episode, Natasha sits down with Vivian Chen, founder of Lumebox, to break down the science of red and near infrared light in a practical and approachable way. They discuss why Natasha was initially skeptical, how artificial light disrupts circadian rhythms, and why timing, placement, and wavelength matter more than most people realize. Vivian explains how red light supports energy, sleep, hormone balance, and even thyroid health, while also addressing common questions about EMFs, face masks, and how Lumebox differs from other devices on the market. If you have ever wondered whether red light therapy is worth it or how to actually use it safely and effectively, this episode is a must listen. Notes: 1:01 – Why Natasha was skeptical about red light therapy at first 2:20 – Vivian’s personal journey into red light therapy and founding Lumebox 4:25 – The big-picture benefits of red and near-infrared light 6:30 – Why so many people are using the wrong type of light—and what kind you actually need 9:00 – The best way to start your day using light for circadian health 12:00 – How modern indoor lighting disrupts our biology 14:10 – The impact of time changes on sleep, mood, and energy 17:00 – Phone use at night and how artificial light affects melatonin 19:00 – Key differences between red light devices on the market 22:00 – How often to use the Lumebox, where to use it, and best timing 24:00 – Do red light face masks actually work? 25:00 – When to use red light vs. near-infrared light 28:00 – Using red light therapy for thyroid support 32:00 – Lumebox and EMFs: what you need to know 35:00 – Why light exposure—especially morning light—is foundational to health 38:00 – Why Natasha continues to use and trust the Lumebox Links: Red Light Bulbs -https://healthlighting.com/pages/chromalux-the-original-light-for-health-and-wellness  Clip on Nightlight - https://amzn.to/3MJHzRj

In this episode, we sit down with Nicki Petrossi from Scrolling 2 Death to unpack the growing mental health concerns tied to kids’ technology use. We explore how social media, gaming platforms, and school-issued devices impact attention, emotional health, and development. Nicki breaks down what parents need to know about platforms like Roblox, Snapchat, and Discord and offers practical steps families can take to set healthy boundaries around tech without shame or fear.  Rough Timecodes: 1:00 – Welcome 3:00 – The link between social media and depression 5:00 – Mental health impacts and the connection to fragmented attention 6:00 – Kids getting devices earlier and schools providing devices 7:00 – Everything is becoming social media (Spotify, Roblox, etc.) 8:00 – What parents need to know about the dangers of Roblox 11:00 – What if you allow these platforms so your child doesn’t feel excluded? 13:00 – The dangers of Snapchat for kids 15:00 – Two things parents can do to avoid common pitfalls 18:00 – Playing games with your child and what to do if something isn’t appropriate 20:00 – Discord: what it is and what parents need to know 21:00 – Age gating and GCO 22:00 – Facial scanning and how it relates to age gating 24:00 – Going backwards: how to help kids reduce tech use 27:00 – Creating a family tech contract 30:00 – Teaching kids phone etiquette 33:00 – The dangers of laptops in schools Links: 10 rules for raising a kid in a high tech world - https://amzn.to/3KNemnV how to make your smart phone a dumb phone - https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/how-we-turned-our-sons-smartphone-into-a-dumb-phone-and-how-you-can-too-natasha-beck Tin Can https://tincan.kids New York times - laptops in schools - https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/opinion/laptop-classroom-test-scores.html Tech Safe learning - https://www.techsafelearning.org Good Pictures Bad pictures book -https://amzn.to/4pXMs7q

This week, Natasha breaks down why she’s never aligned with the Elf on the Shelf tradition and why so many parents feel exhausted, pressured, or conflicted by it. From the unrealistic nightly expectations to the “someone is watching you” messaging, she explains why it may be time to rethink the Elf entirely. She also shares gentle scripts for shifting the Elf’s role, ways to retire it without breaking the magic, how to make the holidays meaningful without the focus on gifts, and even a goodbye letter families can use. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the Elf cycle but afraid to stop — this episode gives you permission and language to opt out with confidence and love. Link Pill box:https://go.shopmy.us/p-34214036 Advent calendar https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/adventcalendar XIV Karats https://www.xivkarats.com (https://www.xivkarats.com/) Notes: 00:00–1:00 — Must-Haves of the Week 2:00 — Why You Shouldn’t Buy Plastic Jewelry This Holiday Season  A quick conversation about toxic materials, why so many holiday trinkets are made from low-quality plastics, and safer alternatives for kids with Caryn from XIV Karats  3:00 — The Truth About Elf on the Shelf 4:55 — Stuck Doing the Elf but Want Out? 6:45 — Making Holiday Memories Without the Gifts 7:30 — Scripts for Retiring Your Elf Natasha shares parent-tested language for shifting the Elf’s role, softening the myth, or gracefully ending the tradition. 10:00 — A Goodbye Letter From the Elf 12:25 — The Guilt Parents Feel About Giving Up the Elf

In Part 2 of our deep dive into GLP-1s, we continue our conversation with Dr. Elroy Vojdani to explore the questions everyone is asking but few experts are willing to answer. This episode goes beyond weight loss to uncover how GLP-1 medications intersect with women’s health, hormones, longevity, and the natural aging process. We break down microdosing, natural GLP-1 alternatives, and what women need to consider if they’re taking these drugs without a clinical need. Dr. Vojdani sheds light on tricky topics like COVID and GLP-1 interactions, endometriosis and PCOS, hormone absorption issues, and whether these medications impact bone density, muscle mass, hot flashes, mood, or sleep during menopause and perimenopause. We also tackle the big question: what are the real downsides? From gallbladder risks and pancreatitis to gut-motility concerns and what actually happens when someone stops taking these medications, this conversation is packed with the latest research from a functional medicine lens. Links:  Regenera Medical - https://www.regeneramedical.com Subtack - https://theinflamedgeneration.substack.com Timecodes: 00:30 — Microdosing GLP-1s 02:13 — What about women taking GLP-1s who don’t medically need them? 03:29 — Natural GLP-1 alternatives 05:40 — COVID, vaccines, and GLP-1s 08:29 — The intersection between GLP-1s and menopause/perimenopause 09:29 — Endometriosis, PCOS, and GLP-1s 12:29 — Possible issues with oral hormone therapy absorption while on GLP-1s 13:29 — Do women need to protect bone density and muscle mass more while on GLP-1s? 15:29 — Links between GLP-1 use and hot flashes, mood changes, and sleep quality during perimenopause/menopause 17:09 — So… what are the downsides? 17:29 — What are normal aging mechanisms in the body, and could GLP-1s potentially accelerate them? 18:29 — How concerned should people be about gallbladder issues, pancreatitis, gut motility problems, etc.? 22:15 — What happens when someone stops taking them?

In this first part of our GLP-1 deep dive, Dr. Natasha Beck and Emily sit down with their own functional medicine doctor, Dr. Vojdani, to unpack everything you’ve been hearing about these buzzy weight-loss and longevity medications. Together they break down how GLP-1s work, who they’re for, and what you must know before considering them. From the difference between prescription peptides and unregulated versions sold online to the latest research on cancer risk, muscle loss, addiction, and more—Dr. Vojdani offers a grounded, science-based perspective on what these drugs are really doing inside your body and how to support your health with or without them. 1:00 – What are GLP-1s and how do they work? 2:50 – The difference between prescription peptides and unregulated versions sold online 5:00 – The biggest takeaway: what your doctor wants you to know about this class of drugs 7:30 – GLP-1s and current research related to cancer risk 8:30 – Key differences between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide 10:15 – How GLP-1s impact alcohol cravings and addiction pathways 14:00 – What actually happens inside your body when you take these medications 15:38 – Why tracking muscle loss matters 16:00 – The importance of a DEXA scan and APOE gene test for everyone 21:00 – How to combine lab testing, nutrition, and lifestyle—whether or not you’re on GLP-1s 23:00 – Functional and natural ways to achieve similar results without the drug

This week, we answer a listener’s question about navigating tricky friendships. From teaching kindness and managing competitive playdates to helping kids learn perspective-taking, we share practical tools for fostering empathy, cooperation, and confidence in your child’s friendships. Links:  Farmhouse Pottery Mug - https://go.shopmy.us/p-29186804 hand cream - https://go.shopmy.us/p-29186865

Natasha and Emily dive deep into mom guilt—why it feels heavier for our generation and how to shift it into something more constructive. They explore how social media and community expectations fuel guilt, how therapy and reframing can turn it into growth, and how to model self-compassion for your kids. The conversation ends with a reminder that gratitude is one of the simplest tools to ease guilt and overwhelm. 1:24 – Mom Item of the Week • Odacité Tinted Moisturizer - https://go.shopmy.us/p-28492550 • Avocado SPF - https://behrhaus.com/products/avocado-zinc-spf-50-physical-sunscreen-tinted • Magnesium Scrub - https://behrhaus.com/products/bh-magnesium-scrub • Opal App - https://www.opal.so • True Botanicals Body Oil - https://go.shopmy.us/p-28492782 (USE CODE DRORGANICMOMMY  3:50 – Why This Generation Struggles with Mom Guilt More Than Previous Generations 5:00 – How Communities Contribute to This Mom Guilt 6:00 – How to Reframe Parental Guilt 7:30 – How to Make Guilt Productive 8:15 – Opportunities to Talk to Your Kids About Making Mistakes 9:00 – Therapy and How It Helps Us 10:00 – Going Backwards: Making Changes That Can Help 13:00 – Mom Guilt and Overwhelm 16:00 – Gratitude Practice

In this episode, Natasha walks parents through how to talk to their kids about where babies come from — using age-appropriate language that grows with them. From the first curious questions at age 3 to deeper conversations around consent and puberty by age 10, Natasha reads sample scripts and models how to answer in a calm, factual, and loving way. She emphasizes the importance of using correct anatomical terms, creating an open dialogue early, and not worrying if you didn’t start these conversations “on time.” Show notes:  • 0:45 — Ages 3–4 • 2:30 — Ages 5–6 • 3:30 — Ages 7–8 • 3:43 — Why It’s Important to Use Medical Terminology • 5:30 — If You’re Starting Late: How to have these conversations even if you didn’t begin earlier — and why it’s never too late to start. • 6:20 — Ages 9–10