On a mission to bring conscious children into this world, Chelsea Ann speaks directly to mothers on how to create a deeper connection with themselves.

In this episode, Chelsea Ann, a mother, author, and modern healer, shares her wisdom on how women can cultivate deeper self-connection throughout their motherhood journey. Having published three impactful books under the pen name Pritam Atma, Chelsea offers a unique blend of Western medicine and spiritual practices to guide women through conscious conception, pregnancy, and beyond.

Her books—Mystical Motherhood: Create a Happy and Conscious Family, Fertile: Prepare Your Body, Mind and Spirit for Conception and Pregnancy, and Alchemy of Becoming: The Journey to Finding the One—focus on empowering women to embrace both their physical and spiritual selves in the process of raising more conscious children.

With over a decade of experience in women's health, reproductive medicine, and integrative practices, Chelsea has combined her education in Psychology, nursing, and family medicine with studies from renowned spiritual mentors like Ina May Gaskin. She brings a holistic approach to nurturing the feminine, and in this episode, Chelsea offers valuable guidance for mothers-to-be and those on the path to conscious motherhood.

Key Takeaways

• How to cultivate a deeper connection with yourself as a mother.
• The balance of Western medicine and spiritual practices in the journey of conscious conception.
• Practical advice on creating a nurturing environment for both yourself and your future children.
• How understanding your body and spirit leads to raising more conscious children.

About Chelsea Ann

Chelsea Ann is an internationally recognized author, practitioner, and educator. She blends her background in Western medicine with Eastern spiritual practices to offer holistic support for mothers on their journey. Her books and teachings inspire women to connect more deeply with themselves and their bodies, creating the foundation for conscious conception and spiritual motherhood.

Connect With Chelsea Ann

• Website: https://chelseaanneffect.com/
• Instagram: @chelseaanneffect https://www.instagram.com/chelseaanneffect
• Podcast: The Feminine Effect https://chelseaanneffect.podbean.com/

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Indoor environmental consultant Brian Karr brings his expertise for supporting families in creating healthier home environments.

Brian Karr, a second-generation indoor environmental consultant, specializes in assisting hypersensitive individuals with complex medical conditions by identifying and addressing mold, mycotoxins, and other indoor pathogens in their homes—often leading to life-changing improvements in their health.

As the co-founder of We Inspect and The Dust Test, Brian has become a recognized authority on mold and biotoxin issues for medical professionals and families nationwide, having supported more than 10,000 hypersensitive individuals in creating safer living environments.

Beyond consulting, Brian is committed to educating both the public and professionals. Through international health conferences, industry trainings, and his podcast #moldfinders:RADIO, he has democratized essential knowledge that helps consumers and practitioners better navigate mold and biotoxin challenges.

Key Takeaways

• Common signs your home may be harboring mold even if you can't see or smell it.
• How mold, mycotoxins, and biotoxins can affect your family's immune, respiratory, and neurological health.
• Why tools like The Dust Test reveal exposures most traditional inspections miss.
• Practical first steps you can take immediately to reduce environmental risks.
• Why educating yourself about your home environment is one of the most powerful health decisions you can make.

About Brian Karr

Brian Karr is a leading indoor environmental consultant known for his ability to identify hidden mold and biotoxin issues that impact health—particularly for hypersensitive individuals. As co-founder of We Inspect and The Dust Test, Brian has become a trusted expert for clinicians, families, and health-seeking individuals nationwide.

With a dedication to clear, accessible education, Brian regularly speaks at global health conferences and environmental industry events. His podcast, #moldfinders:RADIO, and training programs empower both consumers and practitioners to understand and address mold and biotoxin exposures with confidence.

Connect With Brian

• Instagram: @moldfinders (https://www.instagram.com/moldfinders/)
• Podcast – #moldfinders:RADIO: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & major platforms
• We Inspect: https://yesweinspect.com
• The Dust Test: https://dutchtest.com/
• Email: info@thedusttest.com

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In this episode, I'm joined by Vidhi Shastri, PT, MS, CFMT, a gifted bodyworker and holistic physical therapist who blends advanced manual therapy with intuitive, energetic healing. Vidhi shares how deep, integrative bodywork can support new moms in their postpartum recovery—helping the body heal from pregnancy and birth, regulating the nervous system, and supporting the emotional and energetic layers of early motherhood.

If you're in the 4th trimester, working with postpartum clients, or simply curious about how the body holds and releases physical and emotional stories, this conversation is both grounding and transformative.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Why postpartum healing requires more than standard rehab—and what holistic physical therapy adds
• How the belly, pelvis, diaphragm, and nervous system work together in the 4th trimester
• The role of craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, and neural manipulation in postpartum recovery
• How emotional memory and stored tension show up physically after pregnancy and birth
• Why deep, intuitive bodywork can help regulate the nervous system and support new moms' mental/emotional health
• How Functional Manual Therapy (FMT) addresses structural, visceral, and neurovascular imbalances
• What new moms can do to reconnect with their bodies and rebuild from the inside out

About Vidhi Shastri, PT, MS, CFMT

Vidhi Shastri is a holistic physical therapist devoted to whole-person healing. With roots in evidence-based physical therapy and extensive training in advanced manual and energetic therapies, she bridges science and intuition to support transformation on the physical, emotional, and energetic levels.

Originally trained in India, Vidhi earned her Bachelor's in Physical Therapy in 2009 and her Master's in Exercise Science and Kinesiology from California Baptist University in 2012. Over more than a decade of practice, her work has expanded beyond traditional rehab to address the deeper stories held within the body.

Vidhi is a Certified Functional Manual Therapist (CFMT), integrating Functional Manual Therapy with Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, and Neural Manipulation. Her approach is inspired by the biodynamic teachings of Dr. John Upledger and rests on the belief that the body is a conscious, self-regulating system capable of profound healing.

Through her practice, Retrain Physical Therapy, Vidhi offers a deeply integrative, intuitive, and grounded style of care—supporting clients with chronic pain, trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and postpartum healing. Her work guides patients toward embodiment, awareness, and lasting transformation.

Connect with Vidhi:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retrainptandwellness/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/retrainphysicaltherapy/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retrain-physical-therapy/
• Website: https://www.retrainphysicaltherapy.net/

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