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The Mindful Womb Podcast
The Mindful Womb podcast will help you apply the principles of mindfulness, science, and the sacred womb so you can feel less stressed and easily welcome your changing reality (and body) through life’s transitions like conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood.
Host Clara O’Rourke (she/her), certified doula and childbirth educator, brings you actionable strategies, mindfulness tips, pregnancy and birth facts, authentic truths, and inspirational stories that can help you harness your inner power, embrace personal growth, and become the best version of yourself as you grow your family.
The Mindful Womb Podcast
119: Rethinking Fertility: Stress, Safety, Toxins, and the Missing Pieces of the Fertility Conversation - with Dr. Aumatma Simmons
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Fertility conversations are often filled with pressure, confusion, and overwhelming advice. And for many people trying to conceive, it can start to feel like their body is somehow failing them.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Aumatma Simmons, naturopathic doctor, holistic fertility expert, and creator of Madre Fertility, for a deeply grounding conversation about what fertility support can look like when we move beyond fear, blame, and one-size-fits-all advice.
We explore the difference between stress and safety in the body, why fertility struggles are often more nuanced than age alone, and how toxins, nervous system regulation, inflammation, and partner health all play a role in conception and pregnancy outcomes. Dr. Aumatma also shares how her own fertility journey shaped her work and why helping people understand their personal “why” can completely change the fertility experience.
This conversation is both practical and deeply compassionate. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by fertility advice, discouraged by timelines, or unsupported in the process, I think this episode will feel validating and empowering.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why fertility is far more complex than most people are taught
- The difference between “stress” and feeling safe in your body
- How nervous system dysregulation can impact fertility
- Common myths around age and fertility
- The role toxins and inflammation may play in conception
- Why partner health matters more than many people realize
- The emotional weight of fertility struggles and feeling “broken.”
- How understanding your unique fertility picture can change the path forward
- A different approach to fertility support that feels collaborative instead of fear-based
Fertility journeys can bring up so much grief, pressure, uncertainty, and self-blame. But this episode is a reminder that your body is not your enemy. Support matters. Context matters. And understanding what your body may be asking for can create space for a very different experience moving forward.
Resources Mentioned
- Dr. Aumatma’s fertility app: Madre Fertility
- Follow Dr. Aumatma on Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor
- Think Dirty App
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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional for personalized advice.