The Discerning Mother

#38 | Healing Smiles: Embracing Biological Dental Health with Dr. Sharon Dickerson

In this episode, Brigid sits down with Dr. Sharon Dickerson, a trailblazer in biological and trauma-informed dentistry. Dr. Dickerson shares her transformative journey from conventional dentistry to a holistic approach, emphasizing the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being.
Join us for a conversation that bridges the gap between dental care and natural wellness.
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#37 | Pregnant for the First Time? Here’s What to Do (and What Not to Do)

So you just found out you’re pregnant - now what?
Before you rush to make an appointment or start Googling every symptom, I want you to pause and listen to this episode. This is the guide I wish I had with my first baby. It is a faith-based, practical roadmap for those first weeks that will set the tone for your entire motherhood journey.
In this episode, I’ll walk you through:
What to do first when you find out you’re pregnant (hint: it’s not call your doctor)
Whether or not to accept that early 8-week ultrasound
How to choose a care provider who actually listens to you
How to eat, rest, and nourish your body (and your baby!)
The prenatal I personally use and recommend
The mindset shift that makes pregnancy peaceful - not fearful
You don’t need to do pregnancy the world’s way!!
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Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
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#36 | Home Birth Isn’t the Risk. Blind Trust Is - with Dr. Stuart Fischbein

In this conversation, Brigid sits down with Dr. Stu, an obstetrician who left the conventional system after decades inside it to reveal what’s really going on behind hospital doors.
Dr. Stu shares how his journey from a “medicalized OB” to a home birth advocate began with one simple realization: women’s bodies are not broken, but the system is. Together, he and Brigid expose the financial incentives driving unnecessary interventions, the spiritual and emotional cost of birth trauma, and why empowering mothers (and fathers) with truth changes everything.
They also discuss:
Why hospital birth has become a business, not a calling
The real reason C-section and induction rates keep rising
How birth trauma happens even in “successful” births
The lost art of breech and twin deliveries and why it matters
What every woman should ask her doctor before signing anything
The sacred role of fathers in the birth space
How to discern truth, find freedom, and trust God’s design for birth
This conversation will leave you questioning everything you’ve been told about “safe” birth and ready to reclaim it as the sacred, powerful experience it was always meant to be.
Resources Mentioned:
Dr. Stu’s podcast: Birthing Instincts
Follow Dr. Stu on Instagram @birthinginstincts
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#35 | Why Your Period Isn’t Returning: The Science of Anovulatory Cycles

After pregnancy or miscarriage, many women wonder why their periods haven’t returned. Is something wrong? Why does ovulation seem delayed?
In this episode, Brigid breaks down the science behind anovulatory cycles, hormonal recovery, and the modern challenges our metabolism and nutrition pose to reproductive health. You’ll learn:
Why missing periods is often a natural, protective response.
How hormonal shifts, including estrogen, progesterone, prolactin, and cortisol, impact ovulation.
What anovulatory cycles really mean and why they matter for fertility.
How modern diets, inflammation, and metabolic stress can delay cycle recovery.
Practical steps to support your body and restore ovulation naturally.
Whether you’re postpartum, recovering from miscarriage, or just curious about your cycle, this episode is packed with actionable, science-backed insights to help you reclaim control over your reproductive health.
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Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
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#34 | Should You Avoid Tylenol in Pregnancy? Here’s What the Latest Research Really Says

Big headlines this week: new studies suggest Tylenol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy may be associated with autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The FDA is suggesting clinicians advise women against using it.
In this episode, Brigid breaks down:
What the new review found
Why the “statistical significance” is important
What practical steps women can take instead of reaching for Tylenol
Simple, natural ways to support your body through discomfort during pregnancy
Links & Resources:
Study reference: PMC article
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#33 | Charlie Kirk on Women & Birth: What No One Is Talking About

The assassination of Charlie Kirk left a silence that echoes far beyond politics. Whatever you thought of him, he was a man who spoke boldly about truth, family, and the dignity of women. Now his voice is gone and there are more questions than answers.
In this episode, Brigid reflects on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and connects it to a battle that reaches every woman: the war on birth and motherhood.
You’ll hear:
What Charlie Kirk actually said about women and motherhood and why it matters now more than ever.
How the medical system has stripped women of trust, dignity, and informed consent in birth.
Why birth isn’t just medical; it’s spiritual warfare, where the enemy strikes at women in their most vulnerable moment.
How the silencing of voices like Kirk’s calls us to courage, faith, and reclaiming God’s design for womanhood.
This episode is a call to wake up, to see the bigger picture, and to remember that birth, family, and womanhood are not just personal matters, but are the the front lines of a much deeper war.
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Join The Dwelling Place: A Christ-centered community for Catholic women ready to heal their minds, bodies, and stories. Learn more & join here 
Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
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#32 | Birth Is Holy: How Marriage Reveals the Deeper Meaning of Labor

This weekend, my little sister got married and as I watched her step into this sacrament, I couldn’t help but reflect on how marriage and birth mirror one another in God’s design.
Both are thresholds. Both are covenant moments. Both demand trust, surrender, and love poured out.
In this episode, I weave together story, science, and theology to show why birth, like marriage, deserves reverence and intentional preparation. You’ll learn:
How the brain and hormones respond to safety or fear during labor.
Why trauma in birth is so common (and so often ignored).
The profound theological connection between marriage vows and birth as covenant.
Why birth is one of the most powerful ways women participate in God’s creative love.
How healing and redemption are always possible, even after trauma.
If you’re preparing for birth or still carrying the weight of a past experience, this conversation will give you hope, clarity, and a reminder that God wastes nothing - not even the hardest chapters.
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Join The Dwelling Place: A Christ-centered community for Catholic women ready to heal their minds, bodies, and stories. Learn more & join here 
Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
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#31 | You're Wanting More Kids, But Feeling Afraid?

Do you long for another baby, but feel paralyzed by fear, past trauma, or the thought of going through labor again? I've been there and in this episode, I break down why fear after birth trauma is normal and how it doesn’t have to control your future.
I’ll share:
Why your fear is your body’s alarm system, not a reflection of weakness.
How to discern the voice of God vs. fear in family planning.
Practical steps to calm your body, process trauma, and reclaim peace.
How support and guidance can help you step forward with clarity and confidence.
If you’ve been longing for another child but feel stuck, this episode is for you. Your story isn’t over and the first step toward peace starts here.
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Join The Dwelling Place: A Christ-centered community for Catholic women ready to heal their minds, bodies, and stories. Learn more & join here 
Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
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#30 | The Modern Catholic Woman's Guide to Healing: Life Lessons with Therapist Marnee

Join us for this conversation with Marnee, licensed therapist and author of "Conversations for the Modern Catholic Woman." In this episode, we explore the intersection of faith, mental health, and modern womanhood.
What We Discuss:
Navigating motherhood while maintaining personal identity
Integrating faith and professional therapy practice
Healing from trauma through both spiritual and clinical lenses
The unique challenges facing modern Catholic women
Practical tools for emotional and spiritual wellness
Finding balance between tradition and contemporary life
Resources Mentioned:
Book: "Conversations for the Modern Catholic Woman" by Marnee Weisbrod
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#29 | Birth After the Last One Wrecked You: A New Hope for Traumatic Birth Recovery

In this episode, Brigid introduces her upcoming free training "Birth After the Last One Wrecked You" - a comprehensive program designed for women who experienced traumatic births and are afraid to have another baby. She shares her personal journey from traumatic early births to healing, empowering experiences.
Be sure to join the live training to learn:
How traumatic birth experiences can wreck you physically, emotionally, and spiritually
Why your nervous system goes into overdrive after trauma
The role of the subconscious mind in perpetuating fear and limiting beliefs
Understanding fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses
How nervous system dysregulation blocks access to intuition
The critical role of the nervous system in birth (cervix, pelvic floor, brain function)
Practical tools for getting out of nervous system overdrive
Setting yourself up for success before conception
Four key pillars: Sleep, Nutrition, Rest (not what you think!), and Mindset
Practical steps that work even with multiple children at home
Understanding what actually happens during birth
How to navigate conflicting desires (wanting home birth but feeling scared)
Setting yourself up for birth success after previous trauma
How birth experiences directly impact breastfeeding success
The link between birth trauma and postpartum anxiety/depression
Understanding the "beautiful symphony" of birth hormones and what happens when it's disrupted
Hope for healing: it's not foregone and can be fixed
 
Connect with Brigid
www.loretowellness.com
Join The Dwelling Place: A Christ-centered community for Catholic women ready to heal their minds, bodies, and stories. Learn more & join here 
Take the FREE Quiz: What’s Your Birth Redemption Path? → [Link]
Instagram: @brigidtebaldi