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most mothers start ingesting mushrooms after birth

during pregnancy 5.4%
before pregnancy 46.9%
after giving birth 47.7%

most mothers ingested mushrooms while breastfeeding

did not 28.4%
breastfed while dosing 71.6%

most mothers ingest mushrooms intuitively

protocol - a set regimen 23.6%
intuitively - as needed 76.4%

mothers ingest mushrooms at a variety of doses

a data and resource-rich
psychedelic education space
designed to enrich the lives of
mothers & birthing people

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Published Research Articles on Psilocybin and Motherhood

Our Articles section is a wellspring of insightful research papers.

Explore the latest studies on psilocybin mushrooms. Whether you seek scientific findings or practical advice, these articles offer a research-driven perspective into the impact of psilocybin on gestating bodies.

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Key Figures and Groups in Psychedelics for Families

In the People and Organizations section, connect with the dedicated individuals and groups leading the way in psilocybin research and advocacy for mothers and birthing people.

Learn about their contributions and find resources to further your understanding and involvement in this growing field.

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Conversations on Psilocybin and Motherhood

Our Podcasts section brings you engaging discussions and personal stories.

Hear from experts and mothers as they share their experiences and insights on psilocybin mushrooms. These podcasts offer a thoughtful way to deepen your understanding while enjoying your day.

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Courses on Psilocybin and Motherhood

The Courses section offers enriching learning opportunities.

Led by knowledgeable experts, these courses provide comprehensive education on psilocybin mushrooms, from scientific principles to practical applications. Whether you're a professional or a curious parent, these courses will guide you through this fascinating subject.

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in 2019, i asked the question,

“How do psilocybin mushrooms impact pregnancy, breastfeeding, postpartum and beyond?”

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how many children do you have?
how many pregnancies have you had?
how old were you when you gave birth?
what are your childrens' ages?
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
how long did you dose for?
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
how often did you dose?
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?

Postpartum & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
would you recommend this path to other people?
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