Listen "22: Kate's ChatGPT Pregnancy, Boss Babes & Circumcision | Q&A with Kate & Jordan"
Episode Synopsis
“I asked ChatGPT if I was pregnant—and lost my damn mind.”In this raw and hilarious episode, Kate unpacks the unexpected mental spiral she went through after a possible pregnancy scare—featuring ovulation test panic, a full-on AI diagnosis from ChatGPT, and Jordan’s ruthless commentary from the sidelines. The duo doesn’t hold back as they dive into everything from fertility tracking mistakes to circumcision regrets, crunchy mom confessions, and why vegetables might just be overrated. You’ll laugh, cringe, and maybe even cry as they answer juicy listener questions, debunk mainstream mom myths, and share the unfiltered truth about intuitive parenting, relationship roles, and letting go of past guilt. If you're a no-BS mom who's here for honesty, empowerment, and the occasional overshare—this one’s for you.You’ll Learn:How ChatGPT fueled a full-blown fertility panic spiralWhy ovulation tests can give misleading signalsWhat fertility awareness tracking reveals about hormone patternsHow to use wearable data for smarter cycle predictionsWhy most women overestimate their chances of pregnancyHow to reframe past parenting choices without guiltWhy free-bleeding and period underwear are gaining tractionHow to filter “natural flavors” for clean-label eatingWhy circumcision is more cosmetic than medical—and what to considerHow to stay grounded in your crunchy lifestyle without losing your mindTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:15] Kate’s ChatGPT-fueled pregnancy scare[01:20] Why she refused to take a pregnancy test[02:25] How temperature tracking triggered anxiety[03:40] Jordan’s take on the AI obsession[05:15] Naming baby mid-panic spiral[06:05] Jordan’s rooster problem and backyard farm decisions[07:55] Tips to stay hydrated without overthinking it[09:10] How to trust your intuition as a crunchy mom[10:30] Why cry-it-out goes against biology[12:00] Staying sane when transitioning to low-tox living[13:15] The clean period products they actually use[15:00] What they wish they learned about fertility[17:00] Tools for accurate ovulation tracking[18:20] Do blue light glasses really work[19:00] Non-toxic cookware picks they recommend[20:30] Easy, clean Ninja Creami recipes[21:35] Why they stopped eating most vegetables[23:00] School smarts vs street smarts in parenting[25:05] Why marrying your best friend hits different[26:50] Cussing, farting, and keeping it real in motherhood[27:30] The circumcision debate—what they wish they knew[29:45] Letting go of guilt over past decisions[32:00] Choosing motherhood over boss babe pressure[33:55] Why people assume they’re judging—and why they’re not[35:45] When “natural flavors” are actually fineResources Mentioned:Down to Birth Podcast | Apple or SpotifyRA Optics Blue Blocking Glasses | Website360 Cookware | WebsiteGreenPan | WebsiteNinja Creami | WebsiteFollow us on Instagram:Kate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themoderncrunchymumAffiliates:Shop my favourite clean products & get 10% off here with code CRUNCHYMOMThe air purifier I trust at home - get $100 off hereOur go-to for pure, clean water - get $100 off here
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