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06/02/2023

I know that you have probably heard this so many times, but nutrition is a crucial factor in optimizing your fertility. I understand how overwhelming it can be to know where to start and which "diet" is the right one to follow. Well, it is not about a diet, it is about whole body health and wellness. Understanding your unique body, learning about any vitamin or mineral deficiencies that you may have, and then addressing these deficiencies with a food first approach to provide the nourishment that your body needs can help to increase your fertility. This applies even for couples using assisted reproductive technology (A.R.T.) such as IVF.

Given the fertility optimizing benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, it is recommended to eat omega-3 fatty acid fish twice per week. If you are allergic to fish, vegan, or vegetarian flax seeds, walnuts, seaweed, algae, canola oil, h**p seeds, edamame, kidney beans, brussels sprouts and chia seeds are just some of the alternative sources that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Mama- and daddy-in-waiting, this journey can become emotionally and mentally exhausting, along with trying to sort through all of the information and options out there. I. SEE. YOU. Let's partner together to overcome infertility and conceive your victory baby!

Book your complimentary consultation at www.edenslullaby.com

06/01/2023

Mamas-in-waiting and mamas-to-be take time to soak up some nourishing summer sunshine and enjoy the added benefits that vitamin D offers to your fertility and pregnancy!

05/31/2023

Mamas, proper nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum is essential. Deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals can have a negative impact on the development of your growing baby and your overall health.

A deficiency in vitamin D has been linked to preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. Iron deficiency can lead to a baby having a low birth weight. A deficiency in folate can lead to neural tube defects in a developing baby. Calcium deficiency can increase the risk of a mama developing hypertension in pregnancy and it is also a contributing factor in bone demineralization.

Be mindful of your nutrition during this critical time. Eat a wide variety of foods that bring life and health to your body such as legumes, fruits, veggies, fish, and meats. Consult with your care provider and have your vitamins and minerals checked to be sure you are not deficient in any areas. You can address deficiencies with a food-first approach by making the necessary adjustments to your nutrition.

05/29/2023

Happy Mama Monday!

Here at Eden's Lullaby, we LOVE celebrating the births of our mamas' Lullababes! This precious one is nothing short of a miracle;, and she is a victory baby! Her mama's faith was so inspiring, and little Murrough is the breathtaking image of God's faithfulness! Welcome to the world precious one!

05/26/2023

Preparing your body for pregnancy, whether you are trying to conceive naturally or through the use of assisted reproductive technology is important. Preconception preparation helps to optimize your body for implantation and sustaining pregnancy. Hiring a fertility doula can help you understand how to properly prepare your body during preconception or while utilizing assisted reproductive technology such as IVF.

Please visit our website to schedule your complimentary consultation and learn more about how a fertility doula can support your journey to conceiving your precious baby!

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05/24/2023

05/17/2023

Hello mama! Happy Wellness Wednesday! Are you wondering how to better prepare your body for birth? Have you been endlessly Googling in search for the "right" things to do? There is so much contradicting information out there and it can be difficult to discern what you should be doing for your unique body and pregnancy. When it comes to preparing your body for the rigors of birth, there is no one-size-fits-all method. Your body and pregnancy are unique, and your preparation should be as well.

Eden's Lullaby is so excited to announce the addition of a new service, Clothed in Strength prep! This service is designed to help identify specific areas within your body to optimize for a more efficient birth and postpartum recovery. To compliment the uniqueness of your body, you receive an in-depth 1:1 assessment and specialized tools designed to address those specific areas and compensation patterns.

For more information, and to book your 1:1 session, please visit us at www.edenslullaby.com

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05/15/2023

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05/08/2023

Lean on your village during this time! You do not have to journey through this alone. You have nothing to prove to anyone!

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05/05/2023

Thank you to all of the midwives who support mamas through the sacred journey of pregnancy and birth.

Thank you for the gift of your time, knowledge, and wisdom as you train up the next generation of midwives.

Thank you for embracing doulas as part of a mamas village.

You are impact the world in an amazing way!

THANK YOU!!!!

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04/07/2023

1) What does the Word of God say?
"'For I will restore health to you, and I will heal your wounds,' says the Lord." ~Jeremiah 30:17

2) Holistic Nurturing
Herbal remedies can also be used to regulate hormones such as estrogen. Botanical medicine may be used in conjunction with medical treatment; however, consultation with a medical provider(s) is highly recommended to ensure that there are no contraindications with medications being taken and/or surgical treatment. Women desiring to incorporate the use of herbs may want to seek treatment with a naturopathic doctor or registered herbalist in order to ensure they are taking the correct therapeutic dosage as well as no contraindications with pharmaceuticals. Some of the many herbs used to provide relief for endometriosis symptoms are (Institute for Naturopathic Medicine & Association of Naturopathic Physicians [AANP], 2022; Scullion, 2020):

•Vitex (chaste tree) treats hormone imbalance and lessens estrogen preventing it from stimulating endometrial tissue growth

•Rosemary (rosmarinus officinalis) is an anti-inflammatory herb and can help reduce pain

•Flax seeds are also anti-inflammatory

•Motherwort soothes cramps and provides relaxation during menstrual cramps

•Curcumin reduces estradiol which helps with symptom reduction

•Pycnogenol, which comes from pine bark, reduces pain symptoms

•Cimicifuga used to treat pelvic, o***y, and uterine pain

•Nux vomica used to treat re**al pain and digestive issues

Remember, together we can overcome infertility and redeem birth!

Please visit us at www.edenslullaby.com to see more on how we can journey with you!

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04/03/2023

Mommy Monday fact!

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03/31/2023

Fertility Friday

The journey to conceive is often embarked upon with excitement but can be abruptly interrupted by known or unforeseen barriers. Endometriosis is an idiopathic condition that affects approximately 10% of women and can cause infertility (Johns Hopkins Medicine, n.d.; Weschler, 2015). Endometriosis is an insidious condition that negatively impacts a woman’s uterus and other reproductive organs. When a woman does not become pregnant, the uterus sheds the endometrium (uterine lining) in preparation for a new cycle. With each new cycle, the uterus develops a new endometrium. Endometriosis is a condition in which some of the endometrial tissue lining (cells) of the uterus attaches to areas outside of the uterus and grows (Johns Hopkins Medicine, n.d.; Office on Women’s Health, 2021; Weschler, 2015). The endometrium is comprised of uterine cells that are responsible for nourishing an embryo as it grows within a woman’s uterus. During menstruation, as the uterus sheds the endometrium, some of the endometrial cells (lining) attach to other areas within the body(Weschler, 2015). These cells are most commonly found within the pelvic cavity (Weschler, 2015). Outside of the uterus, these cells continue functioning as they did while lining the uterus. Throughout the course of a woman’s cycle, these cells thicken and then shed during menstruation; however, these cells are not able to exit the body and the immune system considers the bleeding as an injury to the body and attempts to heal it by forming scar tissue (Weschler, 2015).

Making nutritional changes can help to relieve symptoms of endometriosis such as eating a low fat diet and increasing consumption of probiotics. Stay tuned for next week's post as we discuss more holistic ways to overcome endometriosis. Always know, with God ALL things are possible!

Hire a fertility doula to journey with you to overcome endometriosis and conceive your victory baby!

Please visit us at www.edenslullaby.com

03/29/2023

BPA can also negatively impact fertility. Which is even more of a reason to decrease your exposure to this chemical if you are trying to conceive.

How can you minimize or eliminate exposure to BPA in your home? According to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, you can do the following:

1) Minimize or eliminate use of polycarbonate containers and tea kettles.

2) Most plastic containers have a recycle code on the bottom. Plastics marked with a 3 or 7 may contain BPA.

3) Do not use polycarbonate plastic containers when warming up food in the microwave as high temperatures can break down the plastic.

4) Reduce or eliminate use of canned foods. This may be good motivation to learn canning!

5) Make sure to use baby bottles and children's cups, plates, and plastic utensils that are BPA free.

6) When you are able, instead of using plastic containers and cups, use glass, porcelain, or stainless steel.



References
Bauer, B.A. (2023). What is BPA, and what are the concerns about. Retrieved March 24, 2023 from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/bpa/faq-20058331 #:~:text=Exposure%20to%20BPA%20is%20a,2%20diabetes%20and%20cardiovascular%20disease.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. (2023). Bisphenol A (BPA). Retrieved March 24, 2023 from https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/sya-bpa/index.cfm

03/28/2023

One of the greatest gifts a woman can give herself during pregnancy and childbirth is a doula.

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03/24/2023

1) Your first step toward overcoming and healing as a believer is to declare the Word of God and come out of agreement with the spirit of infirmity. What the Word of the Lord say:
"Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed; Save me and I will be saved, For You are my praise." ~Jeremiah 17:14

2) Your second step is to holistically nurture your temple. Depending on your level of faith and commitment to nurturing your temple, symptoms of PCOS can be eliminated or significantly reduced with lifestyle changes. Ways that you can naturally overcome PCOS are:

~Proper Nutrition
*Limit simple carbohydrates & replace with
complex carbs
*Limit foods high in saturated & trans fats
~Weight-loss
*Lowers insulin & androgen hormones
*Helps to restore hormonal balance
~Herbal medicines & teas
~Proper vitamin & mineral intake
~Reducing inflammation within the body

I once was diagnosed with PCOS, but I continued declaring the Word of the Lord over my body as I cared for my temple in the natural. I am an OVERCOMER of PCOS with no evidence of disease per the doctors! God is GREAT!!!! If He said it, I BELIEVE it!

03/22/2023

"If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it." ~John Kennel

We are celebrating all of you wonderful doulas around the world! Thank you for helping to make birth better!

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11/16/2022

The conversation continues! Be sure to tune in!

And once again I got to talk about the importance of healing as a mother with Edens Lullaby & Doula Profesional Labor support! If you feel like you are carrying things from your past into your parenting and will inevitably "ruin" your child, I want to tell you you're not alone in that. But the HOPE is that we don't have to continue in that cycle that we so badly want to break! You can heal, you can change, and you can release that emotional hangup.

Listen now!
https://anchor.fm/bearfootparenting/episodes/Helping-moms-heal-after-traumatic-upbringings--drug-addictions--birth-traumas--and-more-so-they-dont-carry-their-hurts-into-motherhood-with-Jazman-Allen-e1p9f0v

11/09/2022

It was an absolute honor to be a guest on this God-honoring podcast! Cassie is such a sweet soul and kindred spirit. I pray that this will be a blessing to all who listen. Journeying to ovecome infertility is only the beginning of your story as it was ours. I am a living witness to God making some really beautiful things from the ashes of our pain. At Eden's Lullaby, you are seen, you are valued, you are VICTORIOUS in Christ! Remember, together we can overcome infertility, and redeem birth!💗

This was probably my most favorite episode to record so far! When you combine all things pregnancy and birth work WITH inner healing, you produce my most favorite topics to talk about!!

Jazman Allen with Eden's Lullaby Fertility & Birth Nurturing, LLC and her husband’s journey of infertility, then letting go and healing despite still not seeing the promise fullfilled is one of strength and resilience that only Grace can provide.

Please share with anyone you know who might still be struggling with infertility. You’re not alone. She also shares her amazing healing of PCOS in this episode.

🎙 Listen now!

https://anchor.fm/bearfootparenting/episodes/Being-called-to-birthwork-while-struggling-in-your-own-infertility-journey-with-Jazman-Allen--A-voyage-of-spiritual-grit--infertility--and-healing-and-letting-go-so-God-can-intervene-e1p27d4

09/02/2022

09/01/2022

Looking forward to journeying with parents-in-waiting to overcome infertility and supporting parents-to-be in birth. The Lord is going to do some beautiful things this month! You are not alone, you are graced for your journey, and with God NOTHING is impossible! Here at Eden's Lullaby, we believe in the miraculous!

08/23/2022

08/12/2022

Are you struggling to conceive? The proper nutrition can help to heal your reproductive, and other body systems. Furthermore, nutritional balance prepares your body for conception, and you can never do that too early! Investing in your health and proper nutrition is one of the most valuable investments that you can make during your TTC journey!

08/01/2022

I am excited that it is National Breastfeeding Month because breast milk is the most nourishing first food for your baby! It is naturally custom designed to meet your child's nutritional needs and to enhance their maturing immune system! To the mama's who may be struggling with their milk supply or with breastfeeding in general, even what you can provide is absolutely beneficial to your baby! Breastfeeding is not all or nothing! You are doing great!

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