In this episode of the Open to Life podcast, host Melanie welcomes her first guest, Jessica, a registered nurse and nutrition expert. They discuss focusing on preparing for healthy conception, the importance of feeling safe in the reproductive process, and the roles of sleep, digestion, and hydration in overall health. Jessica shares insights on breastfeeding challenges, hormone testing, and the impact of male factors on fertility. The conversation emphasizes the need for balance in nutrition and the importance of being open to life, trusting in God's plan.To work with nurse Jessica, check out https://linktr.ee/NutritionwithNurseJessica Want healing after a traumatic birth? Check out ⁠⁠The Dwelling Place⁠⁠ by Brigid Tebaldi. Learn more ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.Get 10% off the ⁠TempDrop⁠Takeaways:​The female body must feel safe to conceive.​Gut health and mental well-being are crucial for reproductive health.​Infertility can often be linked to male factors as well.​Sleep quality directly affects hormone production and overall health.​Hydration is essential for detoxification and digestion.​Breastfeeding can improve infant sleep patterns.​Hormone testing can provide valuable insights into reproductive health.​Balancing blood sugar is key to maintaining energy and health.​Postpartum weight loss should be gradual and mindful.​Openness to life is rooted in trust and safety in God's plan.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest03:02 Preparing for Conception: The Importance of Safety and Health06:07 The Role of Genetics and Male Health in Fertility08:53 The Impact of Sleep and Digestion on Reproductive Health11:55 Understanding the Entitlement to Parenthood and Breastfeeding Challenges15:01 Hormone Testing and Its Importance for Future Pregnancies18:13 Balancing Hormones: Nutrition and Lifestyle Factors21:00 Innovations in Fertility Tracking and Personal Health28:18 Navigating Postpartum Weight Loss34:30 The Importance of Sleep for Health39:54 Understanding Baby Sleep Patterns46:06 Listening to Your Body: Health and Nutrition54:26 Embracing Openness to Life

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