About the MOTM

Age:
27 years
Location:
arizona, usa
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
26
what are your childrens' ages?
3.5 months
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
no
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
when i first took mushrooms i thought it was just a cool fun thing to do, which this is still true but it is SO MUCH MORE than that. it is deeply healing and nourishing to the spirit. it is a MEDICINE!

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.2g, .3g, 1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
i was not on a protocol
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
for fun and then for healing
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
to facilitate a deeper connection to my body & my baby. for assistance with making healthier choices. for deeper yoga and breath. to help with understanding my emotions and navigating difficult conversations.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
pain relief, eased intense emotionality, deeper connection to my body, more clear mind, less concern about other people's ideas of how i should be with my baby, easier communication of emotions.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
for assistance with processing very intense emotions (which it worked incredibly for, to the extent that i became emotional again by how relieved i felt). as well as easing pain and difficulty from breastfeeding.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
calmer / less stressed, baby relaxed easier, more connection emotionally with each other, easier for me to soothe baby when he's upset, easier for me to be at peace with the amount of energy i have to give to my baby / loss of autonomy.
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
challenges with postpartem depression, mushrooms helped immensely!!!!!!! life changing difference, thank God.

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
more calm and able to take a breath before responding, more connected and present with my baby, more loving and connected with my partner / being a healthy example of a harmonious partnership
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
i notice people who are negative / misaligned more easily and don't have tolerance for it as i did before. not that that's unwanted, maybe more-so unexpected. particularly with family i notice certain people interact and have a way with my baby that doesn't feel right. now i am more confident in speaking up for myself and my baby than i would have before mushrooms.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
notably chill / calm baby.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
let the mushrooms help you - you are not crazy, you are not too much, you are perfect, and the mushrooms can help you breathe into that truth.
would you recommend this path to other people?
yes 100% always.

About the MOTM

Age:
27
Location:
Atlantic Canada
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
mid dose (1-3 grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
23
what are your childrens' ages?
3
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
0
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
That it is safe to do during pregnancy and breastfeeding according to studies

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
mid dose (1-3 grams)
how long did you dose for?
two months
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g, .5g, 1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
whole
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
None
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

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

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
Mental health
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?
Na
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?
Calm, peacefulness, introspectiveness
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Hiding it from other people. Otherwise none
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
None that I'm aware of

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Find good resources about this to help you feel comfortable. Trust yourself once you have found those resources. Trust that you are being the best parent and version of yourself that you can be.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Yes, mushrooms and cannabis have helped me to be a better parent and to deal with my triggers (parenting is unfortunately highly triggering).

About the MOTM

Age:
40
Location:
California
Mother of:
two
Gender identity:
non-binary
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
two
how many pregnancies have you had?
2
how old were you when you gave birth?
31, 34
what are your childrens' ages?
6, 8
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
How vulnerable it has made me, and how much I've processed and opened up to myself, my family, and others around me as a result of the mushrooms.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g, .15g, .2g, .25g, .3g, .5g, 1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules, whole, powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Intuitively
did you have any support with dosing?
friends/ relatives/ community member guidance, only my own research, no support or research, mostly my own intuition
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
To tap into my pure essence and True Will, through conversations with my "little sisters" inside myself.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I did not ingest during pregnancy.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
I did not dose during pregnancy, only after birth.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
To become a more attuned, less depressed and more in-my-body mom.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
No
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
N/a
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
N/a

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Being more present, calm, playful, and more easily tapped into a sense of wonder with my children and the world.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Sometimes being more tense on the come up, or sometimes needing space & not having it. Sometimes sensory overwhelm.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
They have only benefitted from me being a mushroom mama post pregnancy and breastfeeding. See answer above.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Even if you're worried about partaking during pregnancy, coming to mushrooms in your postpartum period can really help you get back into your body and into your beauty as a new or renewed mother. Mushrooms can help you come to your new self compassionately and with great joy,
would you recommend this path to other people?
Absolutely!

About the MOTM

Age:
35
Location:
California
Mother of:
two
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
two
how many pregnancies have you had?
2
how old were you when you gave birth?
30 and 35
what are your childrens' ages?
5 and 2 months old
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
How much it makes me feel like me again. I’m always surprised at how authentic I feel when I dose. Like the mushrooms filter out what is and isn’t meant for me.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.15g, .25g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Once a week
did you have any support with dosing?
friends/ relatives/ community member guidance, only my own research, found online resources
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
I started micro dosing to reduce my anxiety & work through some childhood trauma.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I did not have access to mushrooms during my pregnancy.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
Clarity, patience, calm, presence, gratitude, creative side comes through, my anxiety level decreases. Helps so much with the overstimulation.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
I chose to start micro dosing with my second because my post partum hit me like a truck. The transition from 1 to 2 was surprisingly hard and I was struggling to function. I knew I needed help being present, patient, and calm. The mushrooms helped tremendously and I feel they saved my life. They help me feel so much gratitude. I feel more patient with my babies and like I have more to be thankful for. It’s an entire perspective shift.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
All of the above benefits for me and for baby, I’d say she’s sleeping a lot longer at night & seems a lot happier since I stared dosing
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Mostly the guilt of the unknown. The guilt of wanting to help my mental health; knowing the mushrooms will help, yet feeling guilty because of the unknown effects on babies… and a whole hell of a lot of judgement from others.

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Patience !!!!!!!
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Sometimes I’ll have flashbacks of my trauma , I’ve noticed the mushrooms help me to remember things I’ve blacked out. Having the flashbacks with my kids can be hard but I remember to stay in the moment.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
N/a

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Don’t be afraid to do things that are unconventional. I was startled at how many medical professionals tried to push SSRIs on me while pregnant and breastfeeding and I’ve done tons of research on SSRI damage . There’s actual data saying it harms people yet it’s all drs will recommend. They won’t even hear you out when you talk about plant medicine .be your own advocate and do what’s right for you, with or without anyone’s blessing.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Yes absolutely. I recommend mushrooms to everyone who will listen.

About the MOTM

Age:
35
Location:
California, USA
Mother of:
two
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
two
how many pregnancies have you had?
3
how old were you when you gave birth?
30
what are your childrens' ages?
4.5 yrs and 2 yrs old
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
1 was an abortion when I was 17 or 18. It was an unplanned, unexpected pregnancy and I had zero desire to bring a human into the world at that time. It was physically and emotionally and spiritually painful, but the best choice at the time.
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
How each microdose feels like it builds from the last. It feels very much like a relationship. I am not great about intention or integration or the spiritual aspect, but over time, those things have organically deepened.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams)
how long did you dose for?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.25g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Mostly intuitively but also Fadiman
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
It was while I was still breastfeeding my 1st, because my mental health was suffering and I had already tried many different Rx psych meds
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
My mental health was seriously suffering by the third trimester of my 2nd pregnancy and I needed emotional support and I knew how much it had helped prior to becoming pregnant.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
Emotional regulation, improved sleep, improved mood, more presence with my toddler, solid ability to grieve all the things in early mother/parenthood/transition from 1 to 2

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
It had been so helpful in the past and it continued to support me through the transition of becoming a parent. I struggled w emotional regulation, severe anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and thoughts of ending my life. Microdosing supported me through all of it (along w other relational/human guides)
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
I was able to recognize and accept my own needs better, I.e end the breast feeding journey bc it wasn’t for me. My babe was able to self soothe really well for a newborn.
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Both myself and children are highly sensitive organisms, so at an incorrect dose sensory stimuli felt more overwhelming.

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Being able to be more present, playful, and compassionate. Being able to do the heavy inner healing work needed to be the parent my children need me to be/that I want to be. Being able to learn and implement new things more easily. Being able to better regulate myself.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Microdosing makes very clear what isn’t working and it can be challenging to sit with that and limitations around making changes, lack of access. I also don’t get as much sleep as a parent which isn’t helpful for healing or integration (or anything )… that’s more of a parenting issue than a mushroom one though…
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
I’m not sure about this one. I believe what impacts me has a direct impact on my kids and I don’t know if my kids had enough direct contact w the mushrooms… unsure

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
What’s genuinely good for the parents is usually good for baby.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Absolutely.

About the MOTM

Age:
34
Location:
Canada
Mother of:
two
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), full dose (3+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
two
how many pregnancies have you had?
2
how old were you when you gave birth?
27, 33
what are your childrens' ages?
20months, and 7.5 years
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
Three things come to mind. First, is that it truly is a sub-perceptual experience and in no way negatively impacts the safety of myself or my children…microdosing during the postpartum period (and beyond) is very very gentle and simply enables me to rewire my thinking and feeling to a more positive and meaningful baseline than other interventions have previously engaged with in the past (e.g talk therapy). Second, I’ve found occasional use (sometimes even less than weekly) has a beneficial impact that can ripple for days/ weeks. One positive thought or experience increases my belief in myself to create another and so on. That making this choice has lead to a series of others that required a greater level of self trust. Finally, once I started speaking about it with those in my community of women, many feel as though this option (had they themselves explored it) may have helped them stay off of pharmaceuticals they thought were necessary and that they now fee dependant upon.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), full dose (3+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules, teas
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
As needed (sometimes 0x/ week, and up to 4x per week)
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
Before pregnancy and motherhood I utilized microdosing (and larger doses) very occasionally and more often in social circumstances such as music events or bonfire settings, it was through a recreational approach I was introduced to microdosing, but immediately sensed something much deeper was at work. I only began to explore a more intentional and spiritually connected aspects of mushrooms as medicine and later on.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I did not microdose during either pregnancy. Though I did ask for a sign whether this would serve me. It came loud and clear during my second postpartum experience. As an aside, My pregnancy experiences (particularly my second one) were very psychedelic in nature without support from fungi allies and was far beyond the intensity of what microdosing results in.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
To stave off and ultimately reprogram anxious thinking. I, like so many women, have struggled to stay in the present moment and I felt I was robbing myself of precious time with my children. I was physically with them, but my mind and emotions were often consumed by self criticism or endless lists of to-dos. I have always had a deep aversion to conventional pharmaceuticals in most circumstances, and that was not a path I was willing to walk. I also wanted something that I could schedule on as as needed basis and did not want or feel the need for daily intervention. Ultimately, I chose to microdose in an attempt to rebuild/ renovate my though patterns. Specifically, To reset priorities and relax about things that ultimately don’t add to the quality of my life, or the lives of those in my family. As mother, I am the energetic epicentre of my family and if I am not feeling content, regulated, connected, or balanced, it is very difficult for anyone else to feel that way. Life is deeply wondrous, but one must get out of their own way in order to feel into the magical and miraculous nature of life. To stay rooted. To enhance connection to the present moment and to the wonder of aliveness. To enable the greatest possibility of allowing myself to be playful. To meet my children where they are rather than getting pulled into the torrent of the modern lifestyle which emphasizes productivity above all else. To stay connected with the sense that by being, I am enough (and just what my children need). Microdosing has made it possible for me to learn to shift lanes off of the neural superhighway of achievement focused life (which involves considerable anxiety and self doubt) and has enabled exploration of the tributaries off of that superhighway. Once I could take the exit ramps with the support of microdosing, I could more easefully arrive in radical presence with my children and in my life more broadly. Microdosing has helped repair my mothering instincts that were strategically injured by the over culture and has helped to deeply amplified my inner knowing and trust in my instincts. Dangerous stuff!
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?
N/a
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?
Enhanced presence and enhanced patience. An ability to enter into play without distraction. Energy to do the things we love as less energy is wasted on spinning in worries about tasks or in the tasks themselves. Microdosing helps me to stay rooted. To enhance connection to the present moment and to the wonder of aliveness. To enable the greatest possibility of allowing myself to be playful. To meet my children where they are rather than getting pulled into the torrent of the modern lifestyle which emphasizes productivity above all else. To stay connected with the sense that by being, I am enough (and just what my children need). Microdosing has made it possible for me to learn to shift lanes off of the neural superhighway of achievement focused life (which involves considerable anxiety and self doubt) and has enabled exploration of the tributaries off of that superhighway. Once I could take the exit ramps with the support of microdosing, I could more easefully arrive in radical presence with my children and in my life more broadly. Microdosing has helped repair my mothering instincts that were strategically injured by the over culture and has helped to deeply amplified my inner knowing and trust in my instincts. Dangerous stuff!
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
None. Not a single one.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
Contentment. I see that my children trust in our connection. When I am microdosing more regularly we are all more at ease and able to take things in stride.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
In my experience, micro-dosing can be a beautiful self care ritual and the benefits are felt by the entire family.
would you recommend this path to other people?
If it calls to them, I absolutely would.

About the MOTM

Age:
34
Location:
Central Coast of California
Mother of:
three
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
mid dose (1-3 grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
three
how many pregnancies have you had?
6
how old were you when you gave birth?
19, 25, 27, 27, 28, 31
what are your childrens' ages?
9, 5, 2
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
3 of them ended in early release, one of them was not a desired pregnancy, but the other two were big losses.
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
That it felt so tender, motherly, and gentle compared to what I expected.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
mid dose (1-3 grams)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
teas
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
I will start Stamets today
did you have any support with dosing?
friends/ relatives/ community member guidance
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
N/a as I didn't
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
N/a
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
N/a not pregnant

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
I'm on a healing journey and wanted get back into touch with my interconnectedness aka spirituality as a way towards better mothering to my children
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
A) I felt Loved by Life and recommitted to centering love in my family B) While breastfeeding my baby I felt a uniquely deep connection between baby and I
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
The only challenge was anxiety about/ putting off starting my mushroom ingesting journey because I was worried it would cause harm. It didn't!

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Remembrance of our interconnectedness, increased personal responsibility for challenges I see in my family that I have contributed to, increased awareness of my human fallability and a forgiveness and Grace about it.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
None
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
They're inspired by my increased awareness of nature and copy me!

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Don't let fear hold you back from the medicine!
would you recommend this path to other people?
Yes

About the MOTM

Age:
27
Location:
Charleston SC
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
26
what are your childrens' ages?
20 months
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
None
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
How truly effective just microdosing was for getting my life back into alignment after and extremely traumatic postpartum

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
throughout the year, still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.25g, .5g, 1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
whole, powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Two to three days on, two days off
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
For healing and communication with God/Earth
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I did not take mushrooms during pregnancy. But I have been taking them while breastfeeding.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
N/A

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
For my own healing during a very challenging postpartum. I believe they can support mothers especially and the family during large changes.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
We both feel more connected, present, and emotionally regulated
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
No challenges

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
More love and appreciation for my baby, not nearly as consumed by stress / suppressed emotion
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
None. Some days I had more intense feelings of sadness or anxiety but only because the mushrooms were helping me process and clear them
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
More alert and present

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Mushrooms are communion with God. I personally would take a full dose while pregnant just because pregnancy is psychadelic enough. But the benefits of microdosing especially in postpartum have honestly saved my life.
would you recommend this path to other people?
YES. A huge yes. HUGE yes. This is going to help you and your children’s mental health so much.

About the MOTM

Age:
32
Location:
Chile
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
22
what are your childrens' ages?
9
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
The subtl and quick development.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
one month
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.25g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
teas, Tincture.
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
microdosing institute - every other day
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
Didn’t, but had taken mushrooms
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
Didn’t microdose with mushrooms, I did it with CBD.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
Made me more aware of my emotions and the process.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
It grounds me and makes me see the world with a better perspective. Makes me more aware of myself, my actions and the way I’m raising my child.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
No
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Didi y microdose while breastfeeding.
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
No

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Makes me more aware, it’s easier to connect with my child, helps me overcome dissociation.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Haven’t had any.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
They’re happier because their mama is more present.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Don’t be afraid, there is just you inside.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Yes

About the MOTM

Age:
29
Location:
Colombia
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
high dose (6+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
28
what are your childrens' ages?
11 months
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
Im surprised about how effective it is. Taking a small amount for a few days and I feel the effects for so long and the more I go the longer the time passes before I feel the need to use it again. It’s helped me so much with my depression and being able to pull myself out of those lows.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
high dose (6+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.2g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Intuitive. Usually two days in a row.
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
I didn’t Micro dose. I actually was assisting mushroom ceremonies with a taita on a regular basis. About once a month for a year before I got pregnant. I also went to a kambo ceremony. Before the kambo ceremony I had never been pregnant before and in that ceremony I felt something in my uterus and the following week I became pregnant.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I also was not micro dosing throughout my pregnancy. I assisted three ceremonies. One in each trimester. I asked the taita if it was okay to do so. And he gave me the okay. He said that the women in his tribe do it and that it was safe. Because I had been on that path before pregnant I really wanted to feel that connection with my baby in that space as well. I found it to be a really beautiful experience.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
Since this was my first pregnancy I can’t say how it would have been without mushrooms. But my pregnancy was very smooth. No morning sickness or pain of any kind.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
I have started micro dosing after giving birth. Mainly to help combate PPD. I have battled with depression for a large part of my life and thought that the medicine of the mushrooms could help me out in this new phase in my life. And I definitely feel it has helped a lot. I don’t microdose every day. Maybe 2-3 times in the week.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
I feel my baby eats better when I have micro doses. I also find she sleeps better as well. I find her more vocal as well after breastfeeding when I have micro dosed.
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
I feel my baby eats better when I have micro doses. I also find she sleeps better as well. I find her more vocal as well after breastfeeding when I have micro dosed.

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
I feel more connected to my baby when I am with the mushroom. I notice more details about what my baby is wanting or needing or trying to communicate with me. More patience with myself in this learning process.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
At the moment I’ve seen none
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
Because my child is still 11 months. I don’t really know. Like I said earlier. Definitely feel like baby sleeps better when I’ve micro dosed. I have an acquaintance that has a child about 7/8 years old and he was pretty non verbal. And they began microdosing with thier son and he bagan speaking after treatment.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
I had a great experience with this. But it’s also because I felt that calling. I feel how we relate to something strongly effects how we interact with something.
would you recommend this path to other people?
I would say that if you feel the calling to listen to that. If it’s something that makes you uncomfortable than it might not be right for you. But if you do feel that calling it’s okay to do it.

About the MOTM

Age:
53
Location:
Colorado formly Florida
Mother of:
four
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
four
how many pregnancies have you had?
10
how old were you when you gave birth?
18, 27, 36, 37
what are your childrens' ages?
15,17,26,35
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
2 still birth 4 miscarriage 4 children
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
I made it.

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.15g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
whole
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Took as needed intuitive
did you have any support with dosing?
no support or research, mostly my own intuition
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
after i gave birth

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
They have been able to pull me out of darker worlds
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I did not
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
I don't during pregnancy

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
I would microdose way before anyone microdosed. My last two children I was coming out of a dark world after helping the FBI put my father in prison for being a pedophile. I fell in drugs hard and my relationship with their father was nothing short of brutal. I was with their Father 16 years . The mushrooms kept seeing the beauty in the world and in my children. They kept me pushing forwarded. We would have endless bike rides together, nature walks, camping trips and I would tell them stories of beautiful places waiting for us. It worked. It kept me in a childlike state of play with my children and I wasnt faltered by what our reality was, well at least for the most part. It kept me focusing on brighter days. With my children we would dance with the starts and run with the wind. It gave me strength. We ran away to Colorado on an idea of this new place. It was just like the stories I would tell. I owe my whole life to mushrooms. I wasn't sure if we would make it We did. I opened a store mushroom themed in honor of our success. I am forever grateful for their helping hand. My kids are very successful.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
I'd say heightened physical feelings and I never noticed anything with the kids I was breastfeeding both children at same time ( my last two)
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
No

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Much more connected to my children
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
None
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
They are amazing beautiful souls. They think nothing of the mushrooms it's just what I have always done

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
I have a mom that is choosing to microdose while pregnant and she has 2 other toddlers. She has never done drugs. She almost lost her last due to stress. She says it has saved her life and made her a better mom. The Dr.s would've had her on antidepressants but she chose this path on her own instead.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Oh just answered that. Most definitely!

About the MOTM

Age:
33
Location:
Costa Rica
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
female
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
1
how old were you when you gave birth?
31
what are your childrens' ages?
2
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
No
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
Not much. Small enough amounts don't even notice. We went to music festival envision which was tons of fun after being totally isolated at home postpartum forevermore. I took mid doses everyday and didn't experience any visuals or anything but it was incredibly fun and I had so much energy!

Protocol & Dosing

with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams)
how long did you dose for?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g, .2g, .25g, .3g, .5g, 1g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules, whole, powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
No protocol
did you have any support with dosing?
when did you start ingesting mushrooms?
before i became pregnant

Pregnancy

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms before your pregnancy?
Spiritual growth. Expansion of my awareness and capacity to be present. Emotional release. Trauma healing and Release. Expanded and balanced mindset. Relief from anxiety.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
I micro and mid dosed during pregnancy. Mushrooms. As well as 1 full on ayahuasca ceremony and 1 microdose ayahuasca ceremony, and 1 peyote ceremony taking the amount pregnant indigenous women generally consume. I did so because it intuitively felt right. It helped me to release my overwhelm and fully accept my circumstance of pregnancy and to feel more confident and joyful and concrete about my decision to create a family in that moment with my partner. It helped me to feel more connected to my partner, my body and my baby. Release anxiety and stress. Open my heart.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
Fearless mindset. Acceptance. Trust. Surrender. Altered states of consciousness. Connection. Empowerment. Love. Heart centeredness. Tuned into my body and my baby and my partner.

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
Relief from postpartum depression and anxiety. To be more on my child's level of awareness and presence. To come back into my heart. To feel more joy and liberation.
did you ingest mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Yes
did you notice any benefits to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
Tuned in. Elevated mood. Slowing down monkey mind. Less focus on task list and more on being present with myself and my baby and nature surrounding us.
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
If I took too large of a dose I could feel overly sensitive and over stimulated to also be breastfeeding. Once took a gram at an ecstatic dance at the beach with my baby and felt overwhelmed and worried about caretaking in this environment. Became anxious.

Parenting

what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Im not sure. Haven't done it super often or consistently enough. Will try again and report back.
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Overwhelm and overstimulation being extra sensitive in my body senses.if too high dose
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
My child is a serious medicine curandero in the making. 100% organic starseed incredibly beyond belief. I am sure they guided me toward these ceremonies and motherhood. I believe these medicine children have higher intelligence and connection and tuned more into the divine frequencies.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
My elder midwife who works with many ayahuasceros says she feels its good to tune in with yourseld when considering if you should cosume plant medicines while pregnant. If you used them before pregnancy then chances are you pass along your immunity to your children. Dont try wild new things for the first time when youee pregnant as a general rule of thumb. Also omg with ayahuasca your baby purges in the womb while you sit in ceremony. Confirmed by my dear sisster who did 10 aya ceremonies pregnant and spoke with midwives around the world who validated her experience. When baby is born it is common for them to be covered in black from the purging but the babies likely know not to breathe it in. Theyve done this before. Incredible.
would you recommend this path to other people?
Yes. The warriors.
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About the MOTM

Age:
Location:
Mother of:
Gender identity:
Dosing:
Protocol:

The Story

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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