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The Postpartum Healer

Sarva Blackwell | Botanical Postpartum Training

The Postpartum Healer is a sacred space for postpartum doulas, birthworkers, and conscious caregivers ready to redefine what it means to support a mother. Hosted by Sarva Blackwell—founder of The Rosewater School of Botanical Postpartum Care and creator of The Art of New Mother Care 18-month certification program—this podcast blends ancestral herbal wisdom, sovereign care, and deep spiritual insights. Together, we unpack the heavy expectation to "fix" or "heal" others, stepping instead into our true roles as sacred guides. Tune in to explore botanical medicine, maternal holistic health, and the raw, beautiful reality of the postpartum journey. Discover how to honor the mother's internal healing power while sustaining your own energy and boundaries.

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#10
September 22 · 12 min
This Is How I Know You Aren't Failing
When my third baby was born with a rare genetic syndrome and no suckle reflex, I found myself trapped in a familiar, agonizing loop: What is wrong with me? Why can't I feed him? I am failing. But in a moment of clarity, a vital truth broke through the shame. I remembered that I had already successfully breastfed two other children—and was actually still nursing my two-year-old. The problem wasn't my body or my love; it was a circumstance entirely out of my control. In this episode of The Postpartum Healer, we dismantle the heavy burden of maternal guilt and the trap of comparison. If this baby had been my first, I would have fully believed the lie that I was the failure. Join me as I share this pivotal eye-opening moment, offer you concrete proof that you are doing the best you can with what you've been given, and remind you that you are not failing—and you never were. 🔗 Elevate Your Postpartum Practice The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification Postpartum Somatic Arts Live Masterclasses ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#9
September 9 · 37 min
The Birth of a Mother
Who is the woman waiting for you on the other side of birth? For years, a recurring vision of a mysterious, white-blonde woman walked with me through the grief of miscarriage and the exhaustion of labor—but it wasn't until a few days ago that I realized she wasn't a guide or a future child. She was me. In this deeply personal episode of The Postpartum Healer, I share a raw, real-time realization about how every pregnancy, every loss, and the intense initiation of birthing my youngest son were the exact stepping stones required to fully birth the woman I am today. Join me for intimate snippets of my labor stories and an open invitation to look back at your own journey, honor your evolution, and discover how you met your own powerful mother-self. 🔗 Elevate Your Postpartum Practice The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification Postpartum Somatic Arts Live Masterclasses ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#8
September 2 · 10 min
An Audio Letter from Sarva: The True Postpartum Initiation
A raw, unpolished letter on the true postpartum initiation, systemic burnout, and why we cannot single-handedly be the entire village. 🔗 Elevate your practice with The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification. ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#7
August 26 · 21 min
Saturated in Love: The Healing Power of Abhyanga
Saturate your postpartum journey in love and bone-deep nourishment. In this episode of The Postpartum Healer, we dive into the ancient Ayurvedic practice of Abhyanga. We explore how warm oil massage acts as a form of deep self-love, how it brings youthful vitality back to the body, and how its subtle cleansing benefits reach all the way to your breast milk channels. Join me to learn how this simple, profound ritual can change your life and the life of your child. 🔗 Online Trainings Mentioned in This Episode Mama Self Abhyanga: The Sanctuary Within Baby Abhyanga: First Touch Herbal Belly Binding Certification Full Certification Program: Elevate your practice with The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification. ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#6
August 19 · 44 min
Postpartum Support in the NICU
The NICU can feel like a completely different world for a new mother. In this episode of The Postpartum Healer, I share reflections on my journey of navigating the NICU with my third baby to help demystify the experience. We look at what the NICU environment is like and outline the top priorities for giving real, impactful support. Tune in to learn how to walk alongside a NICU mother with confidence and care. 🔗 Training Elevate your practice with The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification. ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#5
August 12 · 25 min
The Healer's Journey
Every practitioner carries a story that leads them to their work. In this episode of The Postpartum Healer, we explore the concept of the wounded healer from Carl Jung and how it shapes your path. We look at why deep personal experience becomes a powerful gift in postpartum care. We also talk about the hidden shadows that can arise along the way. Tune in to understand your own story and bring balance to your healing practice. 🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode Free Exclusive Preview: The Architecture of Sovereignty Certification Program: Elevate your practice with The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification. ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#4
August 5 · 32 min· Video
Flower Essences for Fear
Motherhood can bring unexpected waves of worry, but you do not have to navigate them alone. In this episode of The Postpartum Healer, we explore how to transition from fear into courage using the gentle, yet profound power of Bach Flower Remedies. Whether you are supporting postpartum clients, growing your wellness business, or navigating your own personal healing journey, this episode delivers five practical vibrational tools to restore your emotional anchor. Tune in to discover how to transform fear into grounded courage with flower essences. 🌿 Flower Essences for Fear & Courage We discussed five specific remedies to support your emotional landscape. Use these direct links to add them to your healing toolkit (Alcohol-preserved & non-alcohol versions usually exist for each essence): Aspen: For vague, unknown anxieties, sudden apprehension, or nameless fears. Mimulus: For known, specific fears like illness, pain, financial stress, or public speaking. Red Chestnut: For excessive worry about the well-being of loved ones. Cerato: For those who doubt their own judgment and constantly seek advice from others. Rock Rose: For deep terror, panic, extreme fright, or acute state of shock. 🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode Instagram Post Mentioned: Flower essence ice crystals by @vedaaustin_water. Free Virtual Event: Register for the Free Botanical Postpartum Doula Immersion. Certification Program: Elevate your practice with The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification. ✨ Connect With Sarva Website: innersunandmoon.com Instagram: @sarva.rosewater
#3
July 29 · 36 min
The Raw Edges of Beauty
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the raw, unfiltered spectrum of the maternal journey and includes brief mentions of difficult postpartum experiences, including stillbirth and infant loss. Please tend to your heart and well-being as you listen. Motherhood, birth, and the postpartum period are rarely picture-perfect. In this episode, we honor the messy, unfiltered truth of the maternal journey: that true beauty lies directly within our imperfections. We dive into the raw edges of human nature, exploring the intense polarity of the highest highs and lowest lows that mothers encounter. Tune in for honest conversation about shedding the expectation of perfection and embracing the beautiful, jagged reality of what makes us human. 🌿 STEP DEEPER INTO BOTANICAL POSTPARTUM CARE If you feel called to learn the nearly forgotten botanical secrets of deep post-birth rejuvenation, join me for my upcoming free virtual event: 👉 Register for the Free Botanical Postpartum Doula Immersion In this live immersion, you will learn the ancient 40-day pillars of global traditions, how to craft warming kitchen remedies for new mothers, and the ceremonial art of sacred flower baths. Connect with Sarva: Website – innersunandmoon.com Training Program – The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification Instagram – @sarva.rosewater
#2
July 29 · 35 min
The Medicine Within Rose
In this episode, we dive deep into the profound physical, emotional, and spiritual medicine of Rose as a premier postpartum herbal ally. We explore how Rose acts as a fierce protector, helping birthworkers and mothers establish healthy boundaries while remaining authentically ourselves. You will learn about Rose's physical actions—how it tightens, tones, and uplifts tissues that are loose or lax—and its parallel ability to uplift the heavy emotional heart. Join us to discover how this sacred botanical brings laughter, joy, and structural support to the raw postpartum landscape. 🌿 STEP DEEPER INTO BOTANICAL POSTPARTUM CARE If you feel called to learn the nearly forgotten botanical secrets of deep post-birth rejuvenation, join me for my upcoming free virtual event: 👉 Register for the Free Botanical Postpartum Doula Immersion In this live immersion, you will learn the ancient 40-day pillars of global traditions, how to craft warming kitchen remedies for new mothers, and the ceremonial art of sacred flower baths. Connect with Sarva: Website – innersunandmoon.com Training Program – The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification Instagram – @sarva.rosewater
#1
July 29 · 36 min
You Can't Heal Anyone Else (And That's the Point)
Welcome to episode one. Today, we are unpacking the very name of this podcast: The Healer. As postpartum doulas and birthworkers, we often carry the heavy weight of wanting to "fix" or "heal" the new mothers in our care. But true healing is an internal, sovereign process. We can bring the warming herbs, the touch, and the ancestral wisdom, but ultimately, the mother heals herself. Tune in as we discuss the profound relief and power that comes with understanding our true role as sacred guides, not saviors. 🌿 STEP DEEPER INTO BOTANICAL POSTPARTUM CARE If you feel called to learn the nearly forgotten botanical secrets of deep post-birth rejuvenation, join me for my upcoming free virtual event: 👉 Register for the Free Botanical Postpartum Doula Immersion In this live immersion, you will learn the ancient 40-day pillars of global traditions, how to craft warming kitchen remedies for new mothers, and the ceremonial art of sacred flower baths. Connect with Sarva: Website – innersunandmoon.com Training Program – The Art of New Mother Care: Botanical Postpartum Doula Certification Instagram – @sarva.rosewater

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