The Modern Ancestral Mamas Podcast

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Fueling Young Athletes: Sports, Nutrition, and Self Worth with Kelsee Moore | Ep 96
Many parents wonder: how do I help my child perform at their best without falling into the traps of processed sports drinks, diet culture, or burnout? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome strength and conditioning coach Kelsee Moore of https://www.heyyomooreandco.com to share her expertise in performance nutrition and ancestral living. Together they explore what kids really need on and off the field, how to support female athletes through puberty, and why food should always be seen as fuel, not shame. ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why proper fueling matters for student athletes of all ages ✔️ Clean alternatives to Gatorade and processed snacks ✔️ The truth about carbs, glucose, and athletic performance ✔️ How to support female athletes through puberty and menstrual cycles ✔️ Encouraging healthy body image while navigating weight requirements ✔️ Snack and refueling ideas that work in real life ✔️ The connection between mood, energy, and under-fueling ✔️ Helping kids see food as a tool for confidence and resilience 🧠 More About This Episode: Kelsee Moore is a strength and conditioning coach for Air Force Special Warfare and the founder of Moore & Co. https://www.heyyomooreandco.com , where she blends performance coaching with an ancestral mindset. Her own health journey—from dealing with the effects of hormonal birth control to rethinking traditional sports nutrition—led her to become an advocate for smarter fueling. In this episode, she equips parents with practical, approachable tools for raising strong, confident athletes who are fueled for both performance and long-term health. Whether your child is just starting travel sports or competing at higher levels, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and strategies you can use right away. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Masienda – ( https://masienda.com ) (use code MAMM for 10% off) 📍 Farrow Skincare – ( https://farrow.shop ) (use code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 15% off) 📍 Serenity Farm Bread – ( https://serenityfarmbread.com ) (use code MAM10 for 10% off) ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s been the hardest part of fueling your young athlete well? #StudentAthletes #SportsNutrition #ModernAncestralMamas #Parenting #AncestralHealth 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas
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Healthy Family Relationships: Navigating Grandparents Confidently with Tara Couture | Ep 95
Grandparents can be a source of deep joy, and sometimes deep tension, when it comes to raising kids. Many parents in our community have asked, how do I protect my values without damaging family relationships? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome Tara Couture of Slowdown Farmstead to share her wisdom as both a mother and now a grandmother. Together they unpack what respect really looks like between generations, why “boundaries” isn’t always the right word, and how families can build stronger connections even when values don’t align perfectly. Find Tara's newly-released book here: https://a.co/d/8vxRXQn ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Why boundaries might not be the best word when navigating family dynamics ✔️ How grandparents can honor their adult children’s parenting choices ✔️ The tension between “just one treat” vs. consistent values at home ✔️ Finding the balance between respect and relationship ✔️ How difficult conversations can deepen family connections ✔️ The role of confidence and conviction as a young parent ✔️ Stories from Tara’s own experience as a mom and now a grandparent ✔️ Creative ways to nurture grandparent-grandchild relationships across distance 🧠 More About This Episode: Tara Couture is a farmer, writer, and grandmother who brings honesty and depth to the conversation about family dynamics. With stories from her own life—navigating parenting without the internet, choosing unconventional health paths, and now learning from her daughter’s parenting choices—Tara encourages us to see these relationships as an opportunity for growth. Whether you’re a new mom feeling pressured by grandparents or a grandparent yourself trying to understand your adult children, this conversation is full of wisdom, compassion, and hope. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com/ (use code MAM10 for 10% off) 📍 For Nutrient’s Sake cookbooks – https://fornutrientsake.com (use code MAM15 for 15% off) 📍 Seatopia – https://seatopia.com (use code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off) ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s been the hardest part of navigating grandparents in your parenting journey? #ParentingBoundaries #Grandparents #FamilyDynamics #FaithAndFamily #ModernAncestralMamas 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas
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The Seed Oil Lie: What Every Family Needs to Know | Ep 94
Seed oils are everywhere, from chips and crackers to “heart healthy” salad dressings. But what are they really doing to our bodies? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Cate Shanahan, physician, researcher, and author of Deep Nutrition, to uncover why she calls them the “Hateful Eight” and how families can begin to swap them out for better fats. ✨ Topics We Cover: The link between seed oils, inflammation, and disease Why saturated fats are more stable than polyunsaturated fats The “Hateful Eight” oils to memorize and avoid How seed oils are made and why that matters Olive oil, avocado oil, and cooking myths Everyday tips for ditching hidden seed oils Dr. Shanahan has spent over two decades researching the science of fats and nutrition. Her insights challenge decades of conventional dietary advice and give moms practical tools for feeding their families with confidence. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: Deep Nutrition by Dr. Cate Shanahan – https://drcate.com/books/ Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com/ (code MAM10 for 10% off) Pharaoh Skincare – https://pharaoh.shop (code ANCESTRALMAMAS for 15% off) Nourish the Littles course – https://nourishthelittles.com (code NTL10 for 10% off) 💡 Support the Show: Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Share this episode with a friend who’s trying to make healthier food choices #SeedOils #AncestralHealth #MotherhoodPodcast #ModernAncestralMamas
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What We Wish We Knew Before Starting Homeschool | Ep 93
We’re diving into a topic every mama faces at the end of summer: back to school. Whether your kids are homeschooled, enrolled in traditional school, or somewhere in between, this season brings fresh routines, curriculum choices, and the inevitable chaos of early mornings. In this episode, Corey and Christine share their own family plans for the year, from hybrid co-ops to traditional classrooms, and offer encouragement for moms navigating the transition. ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ Homeschool planning: spreadsheets, curriculum choices, and record-keeping ✔️ Balancing hybrid co-ops with at-home learning ✔️ Why one child is returning to traditional school—and how the family is preparing ✔️ Curriculum recommendations moms actually use (math, reading, history, language arts) ✔️ Organization hacks: planners, whiteboards, and keeping schedules visible ✔️ How to handle standardized testing as a homeschooler ✔️ Early dinners, early bedtimes, and making mornings less chaotic ✔️ Packing school lunches—night before vs. morning of ✔️ Keeping family connection strong during the busy school year ✔️ Encouragement for moms in every stage—from toddlers to teens 🧠 More About This Episode: In this conversation, Corey and Christine open up about their own schooling decisions, why flexibility matters, how each child’s needs are different, and what they’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re brand new to homeschooling or sending your kids back to school with packed lunches, this episode will leave you with practical ideas and plenty of encouragement. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Beast Academy – https://beastacademy.com/ 📍 Story of the World – https://welltrainedmind.com/c/story-of-the-world/ 📍 Logic of English – https://www.logicofenglish.com/ 📍 Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) – https://iew.com/ ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more faith-filled, intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s one back-to-school tip or tradition that works in your family? #BackToSchool #HomeschoolMoms #FaithAndFamily #MotherhoodPodcast #ModernAncestralMamas 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas
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How to Talk to Your Daughter About Puberty (Without Shame) | Ep 92
We’re stepping into a topic that every mama of daughters will eventually face—puberty. How do we approach it with honesty, hope, and wisdom? In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Ziegenfus, former middle school teacher and creator of a popular mother-daughter puberty course, to talk about navigating the changes of adolescence with grace. From spotting the first signs of development to offering our girls a vision of their bodies as beautifully designed, Megan shares how moms can prepare their daughters—and themselves—for this season. ✨ Topics Covered in This Episode: ✔️ The very first signs of puberty in girls (and what to look for) ✔️ How to talk about breast buds, body hair, and early changes positively ✔️ When and how to start the conversation about periods ✔️ Why “drip drip drip” conversations are more effective than one big “talk” ✔️ Common things moms forget to explain (like cervical fluid and discharge) ✔️ How nutrition—minerals, protein, and breakfast—supports healthy cycles ✔️ Reframing cravings and chocolate before periods through a nutrient lens ✔️ The connection between digestion, hormones, and menstrual health ✔️ Making puberty talks special, memorable, and rooted in love ✔️ Why early education on fertility awareness matters for teens 🧠 More About This Episode: Megan Ziegenfus is a former middle school teacher turned women’s health educator who helps moms and daughters learn about puberty, periods, and the beauty of the female body together. Through her course and resources, she equips families to replace shame and confusion with confidence, dignity, and wonder at how God designed our bodies. 📚 Resources & Links Mentioned: 📍 Megan’s Mother-Daughter Course – https://www.bodytalkbasics.com/ 📍 The Care and Keeping of You (original edition) – https://www.amazon.com/Care-Keeping-American-Girl-Library/dp/1562476661 ✨ Support the Show! 👍 Like & Subscribe for more faith-filled, intentional motherhood conversations ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 💬 Comment below: What’s one thing you wish you had known about puberty when you were younger? #PubertyTalk #ChristianMotherhood #RaisingGirls #FaithAndFamily #ModernAncestralMamas 📲 Stay Connected: @fornutrientssake | https://www.instagram.com/fornutrientssake/ @nourishthelittles | https://www.instagram.com/nourishthelittles/ @modernancestralmamas | https://www.instagram.com/modernancestralmamas/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ModernAncestralMamas
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