how many children do you have?
two
how many pregnancies have you had?
I’m on my third
how old were you when you gave birth?
23, 25, and next February 29
what are your childrens' ages?
3, 5
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?
In motherhood, I was surprised at how much subtlety I was missing in my children. I could see the way her brain worked and how my energy (even unspoken) literally effected her thought patterns. I’m a better mother because of it, it was deeply impactful for my family,
Protocol & Dosing
with psilocybin, what has been your dosing experience?
full dose (3+ grams)
how long did you dose for?
still dosing
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.15g, .2g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
capsules, teas, whole, Honey + mushrooms
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Mostly intuitive,
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?
First introduction was recreational, then over time my intention shifted to healing and growing and exploring consciousness. Mushrooms helped me wean off of pharmaceutical anti depressants,
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
To help me prepare for birth and keep my nervous system regulated
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?
More calm, regulated nervous system, and helps prepare for birth in many ways
After Birth & Breastfeeding
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
To help me be a better parent, prevent postpartum depression, be more present as a mother, continued commitment to my healing
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.) Yes. I became more patient and intuitive in my motherhood. B.) not that I could notice, besides positive response to my shifted parenting
did you notice any challenges to a) yourself b) to your baby and what were the benefits when ingesting mushrooms while breastfeeding?
I had one larger dose experience when my son was 5 months old and personally it was too intense for me to have him with me while journeying so deep.
Parenting
what benefits did you notice in your parenting that you attribute to the mushroom?
Calm, patient, more tuned in and aware of their subtle patterns and emotional needs
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
In first trimester can increase nausea and physical discomfort. I personally don’t like to ingest until I’m well into the second trimester
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
Happier, more connected, less tantrums
Summary
what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
Your intuition and stories from ancestors & elders will guide your discernment
would you recommend this path to other people?
For those who it calls to, yes absolutely