17: How to Prepare for Pregnancy as a Crunchy Mom - Kate and Jordan's Experience

Your OB isn’t your boss—so why do we treat them like they are?

In this unfiltered episode of Moms Unbothered, Jordan and Kate crack open the truths most people shy away from about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. From rejecting the pressure to “snap back” after birth, to questioning the overuse of ultrasounds and Pitocin, the conversation is packed with insight, humor, and bold honesty. Whether you're prepping for pregnancy or healing from a past one, this episode will challenge what you thought you knew—and remind you that your body, your birth, and your baby should always be on your terms.

You’ll Learn:

• How preconception detoxing shapes your baby’s gut microbiome and long-term health
• Why folic acid may increase postpartum risks—and what to use instead
• What ultrasounds often get wrong about fetal development and due dates
• How to reframe postpartum planning for real recovery and nervous system support
• Why circumcision is more about culture than medical necessity
• What common OB advice overlooks about exercise and body trust in pregnancy
• How your partner’s sperm health impacts fertility, placenta function, and birth outcomes
• Why “sleeping through the night” isn’t biologically normal—or desirable—for newborns
• What the B.R.A.I.N. decision framework reveals about medical consent during birth
• How early nutrition and mineral intake affect hormone balance and pregnancy resilience

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:00] Fertility and postpartum recovery

[02:00] Marriage plans and future pregnancy timing

[04:00] Preparing for a home birth experience

[06:00] Detoxing and prepping for pregnancy

[08:00] Mental health and childhood wounds

[10:00] Avoiding high expectations in parenting

[12:00] Folic acid versus folate debate

[14:00] Importance of critical thinking in healthcare

[16:00] Common misconceptions about pregnancy diet

[18:00] Affordable detox options for fertility

[20:00] Personal stories about unnecessary ultrasounds

[22:00] Avoiding medical pressure and stress

[24:00] Medical myths about pregnancy

[26:00] Gestational diabetes test alternatives

[28:00] Breaking the fear of natural birth

[30:00] Rethinking birth interventions

[32:00] Making informed parenting decisions

[34:00] Building a realistic postpartum plan

[36:00] Setting boundaries in the postpartum period

[38:00] Importance of rest in the fourth trimester

[40:00] Partner roles in postpartum recovery

[42:00] Mental health and self-care postpartum

[44:00] Setting up your environment for success