About the MOTM

Age:
29
Location:
Manchester, UK
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
non-binary
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?
2
how old were you when you gave birth?
27
what are your childrens' ages?
16.5 months
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
Yes, 1st pregnancy ended in miscarriage before I knew I was pregnant, age 18.
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
The magic of it. I had only ever taken recreational doses until 2020, the thought of a tiny amount having such profound effects never crossed my mind

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?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g, .2g, .3g, .5g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
teas, whole, powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Mostly intuitively, occasionally would followna protocol for a few weeks
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?
Mental health benefits, felt the peeling back of layers whilst still functionality regularly, if not optimally.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
It felt right, mostly. Only microdised a handful of times during pregnancy (2nd and 3rd trimester mainly) due to feeling guilty for not 'knowing' that i wasn't harming baby (this was before I came across you!), and couldn't find any research or teachers.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?

After Birth & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
Mental health/healing benefits.
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?
I felt much more connected to myself and baby. Senses were even more heightened and I was able to provide what baby/I needed more naturally, without all mind stuff getting in the way. Encouraged me to intentionally move my body.
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?
I am much more present and connected to my daughter. I feel feelings of love throughout my bodies. I am able to be still with greater ease. I'm able to get on with the things I need to do more efficiently. Somehow I feel I have ore hours in the day on my dosing days??
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Not feeling comfortable speaking to my therapist about the real reasons I'm making such great progress.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
Difficult to put into words honestly! She is an undeniably spectacular human. She has surpassed most of the NHS stamped milestones, doesn't really get sick, has the brightest personality I've ever known, smart, confident, hilarious, wise, strong. Ah man. Wow.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
If it feels right to you then do it, most of the internet/media will tell youbotherwise but whatbdo they know!? The only thing i would do differently is microdose more, but theres always next time!
would you recommend this path to other people?
Absolutely
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About the MOTM

Age:
29
Location:
Manchester, UK
Mother of:
one
Gender identity:
non-binary
Dosing:
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
Protocol:
intuitively - as needed
microdose (.1 - 1 gram), mid dose (1-3 grams), full dose (3+ grams), high dose (6+ grams)
throughout the year
.1g, .2g, .3g, .5g
teas, whole, powdered
intuitively -- as needed
Mostly intuitively, occasionally would followna protocol for a few weeks
before i became pregnant

The Story

how many children do you have?
one
how many pregnancies have you had?
2
how old were you when you gave birth?
27
what are your childrens' ages?
16.5 months
did any of those end in early release? (miscarriage, still birth or abortion?) if so, can you share a little about those experience?
Yes, 1st pregnancy ended in miscarriage before I knew I was pregnant, age 18.
what surprised you about the mushroom journey?
The magic of it. I had only ever taken recreational doses until 2020, the thought of a tiny amount having such profound effects never crossed my mind

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?
throughout the year
if microdosing, what size would you have? (.1 - 1gram)
.1g, .2g, .3g, .5g
in what form were you ingesting the mushroom?
teas, whole, powdered
how often did you dose?
intuitively -- as needed
if you were on a protocol, what protocol did you follow?
Mostly intuitively, occasionally would followna protocol for a few weeks
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?
Mental health benefits, felt the peeling back of layers whilst still functionality regularly, if not optimally.
why did you choose to ingest mushrooms during your pregnancy?
It felt right, mostly. Only microdised a handful of times during pregnancy (2nd and 3rd trimester mainly) due to feeling guilty for not 'knowing' that i wasn't harming baby (this was before I came across you!), and couldn't find any research or teachers.
what benefits did you notice in your pregnancy?

Postpartum & Breastfeeding

why did you choose to ingest mushrooms after you gave birth?
Mental health/healing benefits.
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?
I felt much more connected to myself and baby. Senses were even more heightened and I was able to provide what baby/I needed more naturally, without all mind stuff getting in the way. Encouraged me to intentionally move my body.
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?
I am much more present and connected to my daughter. I feel feelings of love throughout my bodies. I am able to be still with greater ease. I'm able to get on with the things I need to do more efficiently. Somehow I feel I have ore hours in the day on my dosing days??
what were the unwanted effects or challenges of ingesting mushrooms while parenting?
Not feeling comfortable speaking to my therapist about the real reasons I'm making such great progress.
what benefits have you noticed about your children that you attribute to the mushroom?
Difficult to put into words honestly! She is an undeniably spectacular human. She has surpassed most of the NHS stamped milestones, doesn't really get sick, has the brightest personality I've ever known, smart, confident, hilarious, wise, strong. Ah man. Wow.

Summary

what would you like to say to other mothers & pregnant/birthing people about your own experience?
If it feels right to you then do it, most of the internet/media will tell youbotherwise but whatbdo they know!? The only thing i would do differently is microdose more, but theres always next time!
would you recommend this path to other people?
Absolutely
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