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by Anna Mondanaro
Back to Basics is a health and wellness podcast brought to you by Anna Mondanaro (@feelwellbyanna).
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- 1 weeks ago1h 4m
72: Lina Bardovi, L.Ac. - Western Culture Has Gotten Postpartum Totally Wrong.. Here's What To Do Instead
This week, Anna sits down with LA acupuncturist Lina Bardovi, L.Ac. to unpack the ancient postpartum practices that modern women have largely forgotten: from the importance of 40 days of deep rest to what you should actually be eating to rebuild your body after birth.They talk about the Traditional Chinese Medicine approach to postpartum, why new mothers need a “newborn bubble,” how to protect your recovery in a culture that expects you to bounce back immediately, and the simple practices that can support healing for years to come. We hope you love this episode!Our Guest:Lina's Instagram Book with Lina Lina's Motherhood Course Our Sponsor:This episode is brought to you by Fig Wellness. You can head to Figwellness.co and use code BACKTOBASICS for 10% off your order for Anna's favorite prenatals and men's TTC multivitamin.
- 2 weeks ago1h 23m
71: Natalie Smith - Pregnant Girls Catching Up on TTC, The First Trimester, Body Changes, Birth Plans & More
This week Anna sits down with friend of the pod Natalie Smith -- personal trainer, entrepreneur, and Instagram bestie. They discuss both being pregnant, her journey with Ureaplasma, the first trimester, birth plans, pressure to do everything perfectly "crunchy", body changes, and more. We hope you love this episode!Our Guest:Natalie Smith First Back to Basics EpisodeNatalie Smith InstagramThank you to Fig Wellness for sponsoring this episode of Back to Basics! Use code BACKTOBASICS at checkout at Figwellness.co for 10% off your order.
- 3 weeks ago1h 9m
70: Mary Haseltine (@madeforthisbirth) - How God Can Meet You In Childbirth And Pregnancy
This week Anna sits down with Mary Haseltine of Made For This Birth. Mary is a birth doula, theologian, mother of seven, and author of Made For This: The Catholic Mom's Guide to Childbirth and the Made For This app. They discuss physiological childbirth, unnecessary interventions, breech, and most importantly how Mary has seen God meet women in pregnancy and birth. We hope you love this episode!Our Guest:Mary's InstagramMade For This bookMade For This appMade For This Website
- 4 weeks ago1h 6m
69: Cloe Parker - The Untold Truth About The Meat Industry, Hardships For American Ranchers, & More
This week Anna sits down with Cloe Parker of Parker Pastures, a family-owned ranching operation that produces 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, lamb, bison, and pasture-raised chicken. They discuss the dire situation facing American Farmers, Trump's subsidies on foreign meat, labeling in the grocery store, how to properly vet your food, and more. We hope you love this episode!Our Guest:Parker Pastures InstagramParker Pastures WebsiteENTER THE GIVEAWAY - Parker Pastures is giving away two boxes of meat exclusively to Back to Basics listeners. Fill out this link to join! Winners will be announced 08/27/26.
- Aug 17, 20261h 7m
68: Sophia Rudy - Training For Longevity In A Skinny-Obsessed World
This week Anna sits down with Sophia Rudy, personal trainer and nutrition coach. They dive deep on how to train for longevity, counting macros, fertility as a vital sign, and so much more. We hope you love this episode! Our Guest:Sophia Rudy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sophiaarudy/?hl=enAlign Her Wellness Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alignherwellness/?hl=enOur Sponsor: Thank you to Natural Cycles for sponsoring this episode of Back to Basics. You can Use code FEELWELLBYANNA for 15% off your annual subscription and a free NC° Band at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use.
- Aug 10, 202632 min
67: Solo - Everything I'm Doing & Declining During Pregnancy and Why
This week Anna sits down for a solo episode to discuss her decisions around medical care during pregnancy. She walks through an in-depth list of what she's accepting, delaying, and declining during pregnancy and why. We hope you love this episode! Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be used as a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Please consult your own doctor or healthcare provider regarding any questions or concerns about your health.This podcast is not intended to be used as a source for medical research or as the sole basis for making healthcare decisions. Always do your own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate.
- Aug 3, 202655 min
66: Lauren Papanos MS, RD, CSSD - Your Hormonal Health Can Determine The Quality Of Your Life
This week Anna sits down with Lauren Papanos MS, RD, CSSD. Lauren started working as a registered dietician helping athletes feel their best. She later founded functional fueling, her own private practice specializing in hormone, thyroid, and metabolic health. They discuss thyroid health and it's impact on hormones, infertility, the labs she runs on every patient, postpartum, PCOS, endometriosis, and more. We hope you love this episode! Our Guest:Lauren's InstagramLauren's WebsiteLauren's PodcastOur Sponsor:Thank you to Natural Cycles for sponsoring this episode. You can use code FEELWELLBYANNA for 15% off your annual subscription + a free NC° Band at checkout. Natural Cycles is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use.
- Jul 27, 20261h 6m
65: Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, MD - The Untold Story of SSRIs, Modern Psychiatry, Postpartum Depression, & The Current Mental Health Crisis
This week Anna sits down with Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, MD for an eye-opening conversation about the mental health crisis, SSRIs, and modern psychiatry. They dive into nuanced topics like postpartum depression, SSRI withdrawals, the impact hormonal birth control has on mental health, and the softening of the minds of Gen Z. We hope you love this episode!Our Guest:Dr. Josef InstagramDr. Josef YouTube Taper Clinic WebsiteMentions: Tom Cruise Today Show Interview
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