The Catholic Woman Podcast

Welcome to the latest episode of the Catholic Woman Podcast, where Marie and certified fertility instructor Rachel Persson explore the vital subjects of Fertility Awareness and NFP. Join us as we discuss charting techniques tailored for postpartum and breastfeeding stages, offering valuable insights for Catholic women and young moms.

Marie is joined by Monica Elias in this transformative podcast episode. Monica shares practical strategies rooted in faith to help Catholic women reclaim control over their time, aligning their actions with their spiritual beliefs. Learn to optimize your brain as your ultimate time management tool, incorporating timeless principles and neuroscience-backed techniques to balance responsibilities and deepen your connection with God. Empower yourself to live a life of purpose, productivity, and spiritual fulfillment as you unlock the potential of your brain with Monica Elias.

In this special episode, we delve into the journey of healing from birth trauma within the context of our Catholic faith. Join us as we explore compassionate insights, prayerful reflections, and personal testimonies aimed at guiding Catholic women towards emotional and spiritual restoration after difficult childbirth experiences. Whether you're a mother seeking solace in your faith, a healthcare provider, or someone seeking to support a loved one, tune in to discover how the healing power of faith and community can help you reclaim wholeness and embrace healing after birth trauma.

Join us for a Catholic take on how to navigate the journey of guiding our daughters through the transitions of adolescence and into the fullness of womanhood. From navigating puberty and body image to fostering self-confidence and resilience, we explore the essential tools and conversations needed to nurture our daughters' growth and development.

Stacy unpacks the significance of embracing our daughters' unique journeys and empowering them to blossom into the confident, incredible Catholic women they are meant to be.

Why has CBD has become a game-changer for Catholic women seeking holistic healing and wellness? From relieving stress and anxiety to resolving autoimmune disease symptoms, we uncover the remarkable benefits of this oil. Today we discuss:

• What exactly is CBD? Is it moral to use?
• How does CBD work in the body?
• How Catholic women can use CBD in their life

In this episode, Marie Hanson discusses meal prep and healthy eating with Kim Brockway, a certified health coach. They cover topics such as the benefits of meal prepping, the importance of eating real food, the problems with processed foods, and the impact of inflammatory foods on health. Kim shares her journey of teaching meal prep workshops and how she evolved her program to include monthly meal plans. She also provides money-saving tips for meal prepping and emphasizes the simple importance of a well-sharpened knife in the kitchen.

Takeaways

• Meal prepping saves time, reduces stress, and helps save money.
• Eating real food, such as whole ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, is essential for optimal health.
• Processed foods, which often contain artificial ingredients and preservatives, can lead to inflammation and various health issues.
• Choosing organic and locally sourced foods, when possible, can help reduce exposure to pesticides and chemicals.
• Investing in a well-sharpened knife is crucial for efficient meal prepping.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Announcement

03:04 Guest Introduction

03:32 Why Teach Meal Prep

04:28 Evolution of Meal Prep Workshops

08:59 Eating Real Food

09:41 Sourcing Food and Organic Options

10:10 Problems with Processed Foods

11:32 Inflammatory Foods and Health Issues

18:03 Dairy and Raw Dairy

21:18 Benefits of Meal Prepping

25:31 Meal Prepping Hacks and Tips

27:39 Money Saving Tips for Meal Prepping

30:54 Importance of a Well-Sharpened Knife

36:25 Guest's Business and Contact Information

Pregnancy, labor, and delivery can be daunting to both first time moms and veteran ones. Today we sat down and chatted about our experiences with pregnancy and birth. We discuss what we liked, what we didn’t, and what we would have done differently. We also touch on physical pain, birth trauma, and mental health; something that leaves no mother untouched. 

Have you ever wondered what goes into starting a business? Today I discuss the first 11 steps to take when starting a business and becoming an entrepreneur. I also touch on how to create an excellent client/customer experience, balancing motherhood/homemaking/entrepreneurship, and the difference between network marketing and owning a business. 

In Catholic circles, the topic of being a working mom can be a hot button issue. Today my friend Kadi, owner of Kerygma Candle & Co. blesses us with her story of being a single working mom and reconciling that with what it means to be a Catholic woman devoted to her primary vocation of motherhood. We discuss everything from single motherhood, to being a work from home mom while married, to navigating the tricky money relationship with your spouse, and so much more. We also dive into several audience submitted questions on being a working mom and entrepreneurship. Trust me when I say you don’t want to miss her incredible story.

In today’s episode, Grace Brown and I share a glimpse into what our postpartum periods have looked like, the good the bad and the ugly. We also answer audience submitted questions including diving into the topics of breastfeeding, postpartum depression and anxiety, tongue ties, sleep issues, how to prepare for the postpartum period, navigating your new relationship with your husband, and much more. 

If you’re a mom, aspiring mom, or friends with anyone who is a mom, this podcast is a must listen.

Wedding planning and engagement seasons can be a busy time. Today we sat down with Victoria Cerise, Catholic wedding photographer, to chat all things wedding planning and engagement. 

In this episode we cover:

• How to be intentional about your engagement period and stay focused on the Sacrament

• What you should do first when you get engaged

• What to consider when setting your wedding date

• The order to hire your vendors

• Catholic wedding elements you can include throughout the entire day

• Our top wedding do’s and dont’s

• How to make your wedding stand out without breaking the bank

• A few great money saving tips

• How to make sure you ENJOY your engagement season and not get caught up in the details of wedding planning

  
  

If you’re a bride, or friend or family member of one, you’re not going to want to miss this episode. 

We're back after a year! Today's episode is a quick catch up about why we paused new episodes and what has happened since then. We also give you a sneak peek into the upcoming season.

Thank you so much for your continued support! We are SO EXCITED to be back!

What is authentic femininity and masculinity? And how can we live this out? Join Lauren DeWitt, Catholic convert and lawyer, as we discuss what traditional gender roles means in the eyes of God. Spoiler alert, it does NOT mean only wearing dresses and cleaning all day. 

Whatever your preconceived notions about gender roles and authentic femininity may be, get ready to have your eyes opened. You are not going to want to miss this chat.

Lauren DeWitt:

It's pretty obvious that people no longer have a shared understanding of principles or even reality. But did you know that this collapse of meaning is not accidental and has actually been planned for decades? Join Noelle Mering, author of "Awake, Not Woke" as we dive in to questions about wokeism.

• How is wokeism effectively anti-Christian
• Why is violence the natural outcome of this movement?
• Why does”tolerance,” what wokeness prides itself on, only go in one direction?
• Why does wokeness target the family and family structure?
• How can we even begin to restore such a broken society?

Trust us, you do not want to miss this episode. 

You can find Noelle at...

Do you struggle to create a peaceful and ever present prayer life at home? Do you feel like you don't have time to pray? Do you struggle to keep littles (or even older kids and spouses) engaged in prayer? Then this episode is for YOU. 

Leila Marie Lawler is a wife of one, mother of seven, and grandmother of sixteen who is well known for her books "The Little Oratory: A Beginner’s Guide to Praying in the Home" and "The Summa Domestica: Order and Wonder in Family Life." 

In today's episode we talk about her first book, The Little oratory, and how we can incorporate prayer into the home. Scott Hahn said of it, “How I wish I’d had this book when I first became a Catholic… This is one of the most beautiful books I've ever seen. It is inspiring yet practical, realistic yet revolutionary. If one book has the potential to transform the Catholic family (and society), this is it.”

Where you can find Leila:

You may know Abby from her best-selling book and feature film "Unplanned,"or maybe you've heard her voice on the podcast "Politely Rude." Abby Johnson worked for Planned Parenthood for eight years, working her way up through the ranks to become the clinic director in Bryan, Texas. She was Planned Parenthood's Employee of the Year in 2008 but she walked away from her job after witnessing the abortion of a 13-week-old fetus during an ultrasound-guided abortion. She left Planned Parenthood and instantly became a national news headline for her defection, which led to a pro-life speaking career.

We are so lucky that today we get to talk with Abby about some very tough abortion questions. Today's show is for you if you've ever wondered how to respond to questions such as...

• Why isn’t treating ectopic pregnancy considered abortion?
• How should we respond to women who are victims of assault and feel like abortion is the only option due to trauma?
• What to respond wen people will say it’s better to abort than to bring a child into a bad home or in foster care. 
• What about children with trisomy 18 or other complications that will cause them to die before or shortly after birth? Isn't it more compassionate for both the mother and child to terminate the pregnancy?
• What about cases where “abortion will save the mother?”
• And many more!

Where you can find Abby:

Today, Catholic personal trainer Viva Crouse shares all of her tips and tricks about how we can cultivate virtue and take care of the bodies God gifted us with. 

If you ever find yourself struggling to find time or motivation to work out, get caught in the fitness comparison game, struggle to incorporate your kids into your workouts, or find yourself working out for the wrong reasons, then this episode is for you. 

Get ready to be blessed with wisdom about how we can practically care for and respect the bodies God created, all while laughing along with a relatable young mom. 

Where to find Viva:

Paige Rien is a Catholic convert and former HGTV star who writes and shares about how our homes have the capacity to reflect who we really are & and guide us to where we wish to go. If you:

- Struggle with addiction

- Feel lost on how to create a home that works for you and emulates God

- Get caught up in wanting the latest home trends and styles

Then, this episode is for you! Join us for a raw and real conversation as Paige walks us through her recovery journey and how it has shaped everything she does today, including teaching us all how to create our own domestic churches. 

Have you ever felt alone or confused about how to remain true to traditional values in this very modern world? Abby Roth, better known as "Classically Abby," shares so many incredible tips about how we can stay true to God's standards amidst society's expectations. 

Get ready for so many perspective shifts, including:

- Tips to grow from a modern girl to a classic woman

- How to flirt with and date the right kind of men

- What to do if you feel the desire to be a homemaker but feel pressured into a career

- How to gracefully manage being a working mom

- And SO MUCH MORE!

If you're ready to learn how to embrace femininity in today's modern world, then dive on in. 

Welcome to the Catholic Woman Podcast. If you’re a Catholic woman desiring to live by God’s standards and not society's expectations, this podcast is for you.

This week Marie shares who she is, how this podcast came to be, and exactly what you can expect to hear on the show. Are you ready to become the woman God created you to be? Then dive on in to this episode.