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.
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Here is the link for my website: The Nourished Nervous System
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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
Serving Florida (Telehealth) & Coaching Nationwide
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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
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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.
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In this insightful episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Rev. Hannah Grace, an interfaith minister, to discuss the transformative power of ceremony during life's transitions, especially the childbearing year. As the founder of Grace Ceremonies, Hannah shares how personalized rituals—from baby blessings to ceremonies for loss—help people feel seen, create meaning, and foster connection. Tune in to learn how to honor life's pivotal moments with intention.
About Hannah:
Hannah is an Interfaith minister, meaning she is unaffiliated with a specific religious faith and she serves in creating custom ceremonies for individuals, couples, groups and families to honor transitions of all kinds.
She is a Certified Psychosynthesis Practitioner, and offers pastoral care with a transpersonal psychology approach. She is also a Level III Reiki Master.
Hannah is a mother and serves clients locally near her home in western Massachusetts and further abroad.
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In this insightful episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Michale Chatham and Dr. Molly Peralta to discuss the crucial importance of community in the digital age, emphasizing the vital need for in-person connections. They explore technology's impact on human connection, introduce their powerful "Mile Wild Framework" (land, God, other) for cultivating deep relationships, and share personal stories of village support during childbirth, highlighting the significance of self-awareness, community, and the role of elders. Listeners will also learn about their work with Vessel Village, which supports women in creating local, in-person communities and offers courses on various health and wellness topics.
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Michale Chatham
From our first breath to our last, we are creating, utilizing, and maintaining space this principle has guided Michale during her 30 years of experience in integrative health, as a nurse who practices from a holistic and global perspective, she helped create one of the country’s first integrative tongue tie clinics over 10 years ago. Her passion for education led her to lecture and teach nationally and internationally on craniofacial growth and development and anticipatory growth guidance. As an educator, she has created training programs for health care practitioners as well as parents and teaches the energetics of healing. Michale mentors those who desire to do their own work, and are interested in healing the healer. she believes the future of healing is up to those practitioners who are re-creating wisdom systems that are essential to our survival and thriving as humans.
www.michalechatham.com** **www.thevessel.life
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Dr. Molly Peralta
Dr. Molly Peralta is a mediator in unleashing the healing power of the body, philanthropic and community building enthusiast and encourager of living a radically heart centered life. A chiropractor by trade, birth keeper and mother amongst many other titles, Molly is living in her dream in Hawaii raising wild babies with her husband. You can find her sharing family memories on instagram @molstie, educational information regarding pregnancy, birth & mothering @livingadjusted or follow along with the birth of her clothing line @hapalabel. she is the cofounder of the vessel, @thevesselvillage on instagram, and cohost of
@villagesessionspodcast.
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In this solo episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Devlin Eck highlights the show's mission to promote bonding for partners, older children, and other caregivers during the crucial postpartum window. She emphasizes the importance of supporting partners by equipping them with practical skills like cooking simple recipes and making lactation tea, alongside advocating for Infant Abhyanga, an Ayurvedic warm oil massage, as a powerful tool for increasing bonding and oxytocin release. Christine also stresses the non-negotiable need for family support and self-care for partners to prevent burnout, encouraging listeners to plan and involve their community to ensure everyone in the household feels supported during this critical transition.
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In today's deeply personal episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin Eck welcomes Kat Devlin and Shannon Brennan to share their transformative journey as foster-to-adopt parents. Motivated to foster during the pandemic, they discuss their extensive training in trauma-informed care and child development. They candidly open up about the complex emotions from their first foster child's reunification and the logistical hurdles they faced, highlighting their reliance on vital community support.
The discussion beautifully culminates with the joyful story of adopting their third foster child, a process they navigated with increased confidence and support. Kat and Shannon emphasize the paramount importance of community, meaningful rituals, and fully acknowledging the profound impact foster children have on their lives. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt, and insightful conversation on the unique caregiving needs within the foster-to-adopt journey.
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In this illuminating episode of The Sacred Window Podcast, host Christine Devlin welcomes Claire Holloway, a seasoned yoga facilitator based in Perth, for a profound discussion on the Five Koshas and their transformative relevance to healing after birth.
Claire introduces listeners to the ancient Yogic concept of the Koshas, explaining them as distinct yet interconnected layers of our being. She guides us through each layer: starting with the tangible Annamaya Kosha (the physical body), moving through Pranamaya Kosha (energy/breath), Manomaya Kosha (mind/emotions), Vijnanamaya Kosha (intellect/wisdom), and finally, Anandamaya Kosha (bliss/spirit). Claire emphasizes the critical importance of understanding and addressing these subtle layers, particularly during the tender and transformative perinatal period, to holistically support new parents. She offers invaluable insights and practical tips for integrating this ancient wisdom into modern daily life, providing resources that can empower listeners to embark on their own journey of layered healing and restoration.
About Claire:
Claire Holloway is a mother, a yoga facilitator and educator who specialises in Perinatal and Pelvic Health. She lives in Boorloo (Perth) Western Australia with her family and is the founder of The Center of Bright Beginnings.
Practical Yoga Philosophy for Conception, Pregnancy and Parenting
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Christine Devlin hosts Maria Clemente Morresi on the Sacred Window Podcast to discuss perinatal mental health. Maria, a mental health professional and founder of Reimagined Mind Counseling & Consultation, specializes in supporting women during the perinatal period. She explains the unique challenges of postpartum mental health, including antenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), which affect 10-20% of pregnant women and 1 in 7 postpartum women, respectively. Maria emphasizes the importance of understanding physical changes, such as hormonal shifts, and the role of the amygdala in anxiety. She also highlights the significance of community support and the Perinatal Resource Collaborative in providing resources and care for new mothers.
More about Maria:
Maria Clemente, LPC, PMH-C, SAC
Founder & CEO
Reimagined Mind Counseling & Consultation
Serving New Jersey, Florida, Vermont
Vice President
Perinatal Resource Collaborative
When Maria founded Reimagined Mind in 2021, it was because of her passion to help spread mental health beyond just the mind. Her holistic approach is rooted in a belief that mental health is physical health.
Maria wants her clients to reimagine what’s possible—through her guidance, her clients are realizing their fullest potential. And she does this by first taking a student-like approach. Maria listens first. Her aim is always to see the world the way her clients experience it. Then using a variety of evidence-based techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, she helps her clients find the light within themselves.
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Reimagined Mind | Holistic Therapy & Counseling Telemedicine Practice.
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Join Christine Devlin Eck as she welcomes Michelle Valiukenas, the inspiring founder of The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation. Michelle bravely shares her deeply personal journey through infertility, heartbreaking miscarriages, and the path to surrogacy. She powerfully highlights the immense emotional challenges of fertility struggles and the lifesaving importance of community support during these times. Learn how Michelle's foundation has provided vital financial assistance, education, and advocacy to over 3,100 families nationwide facing pregnancy complications and loss. This episode also delves into the nuances of surrogacy, emphasizing open communication and understanding through Michelle's own experiences with her surrogate and the beautiful way she honored her daughter's memory. A must-listen for anyone seeking support or understanding in the face of loss.
More about Michelle:
Michelle Valiukenas, founder of the Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation
𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 is a mom, storyteller, and advocate. She has three children: Sweet Pea, who was lost to miscarriage; her angel daughter, Colette Louise, who lived for nine days; and her only living child, Elliott Miguel. A self-described recovering attorney, Michelle graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law in 2006. Michelle is the founder and director of the Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, established to improve outcomes of pregnancy, childbirth, prematurity, and infancy, as well as aid grieving families through financial assistance, education, and advocacy.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colettelouisetisdahl
Website: https://colettelouise.com/
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Join Christine Devlin Eck as she sits down with Jessica Palmquist, founder of Turquoise Compass Wellness and a compassionate fertility doula. Jessica shares her deeply personal journey with unexplained infertility and the crucial gap in support that inspired her to step into this vital role. This episode illuminates the unique and essential support a fertility doula provides, from reproductive health education and emotional guidance to building robust support networks. Jessica also sheds light on the often-overlooked impact of pregnancy loss and the profound need for sensitive, empathetic care during such vulnerable times. Tune in to understand how a fertility doula can be a beacon of support on the path to parenthood.
In this episode, you'll learn:
About Jessica:
Jessica Palmquist, founder of Turquoise Compass Wellness
Jessica is a Nova Scotia, Canada based educator, Yoga Teacher, Fertility Doula, Fertility and Perinatal Loss Coordinator a Doula instructor and mentor as well as a Labour, Birth, Postpartum, and Perinatal Loss Doula. She is a mother and a travel enthusiast.
Website: https://www.turquoisecompass.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turquoisecompasswellness
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