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When Millennials Become Moms
Hosted by Dr. Organic Mommy · EN
Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
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Allowance in the Age of Apple Pay: Teaching Kids the Value of Money
May 6, 202500:18:11Tap to summarizeThis week, we dive into the topic of allowance—how to handle it, what age to start, how much is appropriate, and whether it should be tied to chores. Plus, how to teach kids about the value of money in a world where Apple Pay and digital transactions have replaced coins and checks. We also talk about helping young kids stay safe on busy streets, share our weekly product obsessions (including a Mother’s Day gift guide), and give practical parenting tips from real life Show Notes: 1:00 – Natasha shares how she’s supporting her sister after the arrival of baby #2 2:00 – Helping young kids navigate busy streets with safety and independence 4:06 – Must-Haves of the Week: • Ninny Pacifier - https://ninnico.com/collections/pacifiers?srsltid=AfmBOoqaFfHppIQvk-lg6qMWmTH_sZqbbGkEYJ_-n1JRkJIz-RxdIy6X • OSEA Mother’s Day gift picks (USE CODE DRORGANICMOMMY) - https://oseamalibu.com/?rfsn=6196319.49596c&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6196319.49596c 7:40 – True Botanicals Bronzer: Emily’s clean beauty fave (USE CODE DRORGANICMOMMY)- https://go.shopmy.us/p-17195524 8:40 – Topic of the Week: Allowance • When to start • How much to give • Should it be tied to chores? 10:00 – Partnering with another family to build responsibility and consistency 13:00 – Teaching kids about money in a digital world: what to do when they never see you use cash
Transcribe →Preparing Your Child for a New Baby: Tips to Ease the Transition
Apr 29, 202500:23:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Emily and Dr. Natasha Beck (aka Dr. Organic Mommy) dive into the important topic of introducing a new baby to an older sibling. Natasha shares personal stories, helpful scripts, and practical tips for making the transition smoother—starting from pregnancy all the way to the baby’s first days at home. They also highlight a few favorite products of the week and how thoughtful preparation can help reduce sibling rivalry down the line. Timestamps: • 0:00 – TV shows and movie chat • 1:00 – Emily on her son’s aversion to movies • 4:15 – Product of the Week: Force of Nature Meatballs • 5:00 – Product of the Week: Reel Paper Towels • 7:30 – How to introduce a new baby to your child • 10:30 – Stories and scripts to prepare older siblings • 12:30 – What to do when you get home from the hospital • 15:30 – Dr. Organic Mommy Feeding Boxes • 18:00 – Preventing future sibling rivalry • 21:00 – Involving your child in setting up the baby’s room Links: Force of Nature Meatballs -https://forceofnature.com/products/beef-italian-meatballs Reel Paper Towels (Use Code DRORGANICMOMMY20) -https://www.reelpaper.com/DRORGANICMOMMY20 Hospital Bag Blog - https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/whats-in-my-hospital-bag-natasha-beck Introducing New Sibling Blog https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/how-to-prepare-your-children-for-new-baby-natasha-beck *Story Script: Once upon a time, there was a little star child getting ready to come down to Earth. The star child looked and looked for the perfect place — a home full of love, and a big brother to show him the way. He saw a cozy house and a shining big brother who knew all the best songs, everything about baseball and gardening, and he said, ‘That is the home I choose.’ And so he began his journey to come and be with them…
Transcribe →Teaching Kids Responsibility at Home at an Early Age
Apr 22, 202500:25:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re diving into age-appropriate responsibilities for kids—and how to make them stick. From teaching your child to make their bed to creating after-school routines like cleaning out lunch boxes, we’re sharing simple ways to build lifelong habits. Plus, we talk about what saved Natasha’s family during norovirus, our favorite weekly product picks, and Emily’s latest sweater obsessionShow Notes: • 0:41 – Natasha shares what saved her family during a norovirus outbreak • 3:15 – Health coaching updates • 3:30 – Emily’s obsession with Quince sweaters • 5:40 – Homeopathy insights • 6:30 – Natasha’s favorite product of the week: Cocobear coconuts • 8:30 – Emily’s product of the week • 10:00 – Tips for getting kids to do chores • 14:00 – Teaching kids to wash and dry their lunchboxes after school • 17:00 – Encouraging kids to make their beds dailyLinks Mentioned: • OLLIS kits https://ollois.com?sca_ref=2134356.F61aiQ9GsQ (USE CODE DRORGANICMOMMY) • Cocobear Coconuts https://www.cocobearorganic.com • Needed Electrolytes https://amzn.to/3EsUe7h • Shark Vacuum https://amzn.to/4ifF6rH
Transcribe →The Group Chat Struggles
Apr 8, 202500:25:00Tap to summarizeIn this week’s episode, we share a real-life update on the latest challenges of mom life — from managing kids’ long hair to tackling potty training struggles. We also highlight a few Millennial must-haves and a healthy frappuccino recipe you’ll want to try ASAP. Then we dive into the world of group chats — what to do when your child’s class starts using them, how to navigate them as a parent, and ways to set healthy boundaries. We also break down popular kids’ devices and their security features, and explore the broader impact of screens on our kids. Tune in for practical tips on how parents can work together to manage group texting with less stress and more ease.1:00 - Update on Mom Life Lately • Dealing with your kid’s long hair: the tangles, the tears, and tips for smoother mornings. • Emily shares her youngest’s struggles with potty training — the ups and downs of the process.4:00 - Millennial Must Haves • True Botanicals Lip Treatment — A quick review and why it’s a must for busy moms.6:00 - Emily’s Healthy Frappuccino Recipe • Emily walks us through her delicious (and healthier) frappuccino recipe that’s perfect for a mid-day pick-me-up.7:30 - Deep Dive Topic of the Week: The Group Chat • What makes group chats so complicated and how to navigate them with ease? Let’s discuss how to handle group texting as parents, family members, and friends.14:00 - Which Device Is the Most Secure for Kids? • A comparison of devices: The Gap, The Bark, TikTok, and the iPhone — which one is the safest option for kids?20:00 - The Impact of Screens on Kids • Exploring how screen time affects our kids and what you can do to help manage it.21:00 - How Parents Can Work Together on Group Texting • Tips for ensuring that group texts don’t become overwhelming or stressful for parents.⸻Links: • Spray Bottle. -https://amzn.to/3XIKqfW • Under Luna Conditioner -https://amzn.to/4ck14bJ • Evolve Wonder Balm -https://amzn.to/449kL3R
Transcribe →Navigating Miscarriage with Natasha’s Story
Mar 26, 202500:18:14Tap to summarizeWarning - this is a graphic episode. Miscarriage is a deeply personal and often isolating experience, but talking about it can bring healing and support. In this episode, Natasha shares her own journey—what helped, what didn’t, and how friends and family can offer meaningful support. She also discusses the challenges of talking to kids about pregnancy loss and why she’s opening up publicly to help others going through it. Whether you’ve experienced miscarriage yourself or want to support someone who has, this conversation offers insight, compassion, and reassurance that you’re not alone.
Transcribe →Expo West 2025: Our Favorite Finds & Biggest Trends
Mar 18, 202500:27:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we take you behind the scenes of Expo West, the biggest natural food trade show, sharing everything we saw, tasted, and loved. From hot new product discoveries to trending ingredients (hello, protein-packed everything and the hydration craze!), we break down what’s worth your attention. We also talk about some of the amazing founders we met, our favorite hydration packets, and even the unexpected essentials we stocked in our hotel room (yes, including our own toilet paper).01:00 – Natasha responds to comments about being “orthorexic”02:30 – Recap: Four days at Expo West04:20 – Our favorite new product discoveries from Expo08:00 – Founders we loved meeting10:45 – Easy breakfast ideas featuring Expo West brands11:00 – The cottage cheese craze in LA + the cottage cheese bagel trend13:45 – The rise of protein-packed products16:00 – Our favorite protein products from Expo West18:00 – Best hydration packets we found20:00 – What we stocked in our hotel room22:00 – Emily’s rant 23:00 – Why we brought our own toilet paper to the hotel Products Discussed: Organic Skin Co Foundation StarWalker Jerky Monkey Brittle Queen St Gluten Free Bagels Better Ruffle Potato chips Cottage Cheese Bagel Trend
Transcribe →Dr Organic Mommy’s Sick Day Toolbox: Remedies That Work for her Family
Feb 25, 202500:31:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Natasha dives deep into holistic approaches to managing illness, from flu and colds to pink eye and norovirus. She shares her concerns about the antiviral drug XOFluza and why she avoids immediately reaching for fever reducers. Natasha explains the role of glutathione in immune support and outlines her go-to sick protocols, including natural remedies for coughs, flu, and digestive viruses. She also discusses the impact of sugar on immunity, her favorite immune-boosting devices, and practical tips—like getting kids to drink bone broth and using the “magic socks” trick for recovery.This episode is packed with practical advice for parents looking to support their family’s health naturally.Links:The oscillococcinum- https://amzn.to/41qqC36Kids and Fever Protocol - https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/kids-and-fevers-natasha-beckMedicine Cabinet Blog https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/medicine-cabinet-natasha-beck
Transcribe →Beyond Bland: Why Kids (and Adults) Need Spices in Their Diet
Feb 18, 202500:34:50Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of spices with Kanchan Koya, scientist, wellness expert, and author of Spice Spice Baby. Known as Chief Spice Mama on Instagram, Kanchan shares the science-backed benefits of spices and how they can transform our health.We discuss why introducing spices early in a child’s life is essential, the best spices for boosting immunity, and whether common concerns—like lead contamination—are valid. Kanchan also debunks the myth that babies should only eat bland food and reveals her top five spices for gut health.For those with digestive issues like IBS, we explore whether certain spices should be avoided. Plus, we break down the fascinating link between spices and mental health, the many benefits of cinnamon, and how spices can support weight loss.Finally, Kanchan shares practical tips for incorporating spices into everyday meals, making it easy to unlock their powerful health benefits. Whether you’re a spice enthusiast or just starting to experiment in the kitchen, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!2:30 – The science behind spices3:20 – Why it’s important to introduce spices early in a child’s life5:15 – Spices for a healthy immune system7:00 – Debunking the myth that babies should only eat bland food8:45 – Concerns about lead in spices11:51 – What brands of spices do you trust and use?12:44 – Top 5 spices for gut health16:00 – Should you avoid spices if you have IBS?19:48 – The connection between spices and mental health22:00 – Everything you need to know about cinnamon25:00 – Spices and weight loss27:00 – Easy ways to incorporate spices into everyday mealsSpice Spice Baby Cookbook - https://amzn.to/4hIa10sBurlap and Barrel - https://www.burlapandbarrel.com (use code DRORGANICMOMMY)Diaspera co - https://www.diasporaco.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoogjQImKliqWBiRbcNo9Y9LL4d83PKltYxx49GgXNSzWsY5s5_hLa Boite - https://www.laboiteny.com/products/spice-dabbaVanilla link - https://laievanilla.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYCDJtTz4ZXIQTGje2gYYuaHpBDy5G-5YP4K24_xFUyUEbBUT6X1NOWjhk_aem_OEbNMJy7FnjxByT8u4h8xg
Transcribe →After the Fires: Protecting Your Health and Home From Poor Air Quality
Jan 15, 202500:49:37Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into everything you need to know about recovering and staying safe after wildfires. From understanding the limitations of AQI scores to selecting the best air filters, we cover practical steps to protect your home and health. Learn how to clean your furniture, manage ash and toxins, and safeguard your outdoor spaces. We discuss whether kids should attend outdoor schools, the impact of flame retardants, and the role of building materials in fire resistance. Plus, we explore what can help combat air quality issues and why a PM 2.5 detector is a must-have. Whether you’re navigating the aftermath of a fire or preparing for the future, this episode offers actionable insights for every homeowner. Our guest is David Edwards PhD from Earthboundhomes (Earthboundhomes.com)Links:Vacuum blog: https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/vacuums-natasha-beckPM 2.5 monitors: Airthings View Plus 2960 Indoor Air Quality Monitor IQAir AirVisual Pro Awair Element uHoo Smart Air Quality Monitor UHO-OT-000001 Time Stamps:2:00 - Intro: This may not be what you want to hear. If that’s the case, feel free to turn it off.2:30 - Does the AQI score indicate that the air quality is safe?7:30 - Air filters: How often should you replace them during fires?8:30 - Can you vacuum your filters? Is it as effective as replacing them?9:00 - Which filters does Natasha recommend?9:45 - Handling homes that survived the fires or were evacuated and sprayed with flame retardant.12:00 - How to clean your furniture after the fires.12:37 - What to do if the air quality looks good but ash is still covering your yard or roof. Easy ways to secure your home from toxins.17:00 - Should kids go to school outside or stay indoors?18:50 - Tips for keeping ash and toxins out of the home.22:08 - Running air or heat during this time—what you need to know.26:00 - Explaining vented attics and how they can ignite during wildfires.33:00 - Why everyone should invest in a PM 2.5 detector.36:00 - Should you be concerned about your outdoor plants or garden in the surrounding area?38:00 - What to do if you develop a cough after the fires—should you be concerned?40:00 - What’s in our building materials?43:00 - If your home survived amidst others that didn’t, what steps should you take with that home?44:00 - Are there supplements that can help counter poor air quality?47:00 - Why some houses burned while others didn’t and what we can learn for future construction.
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