#54 - From Toxic Exes to Postpartum Confinement — And Everything In Between

About this episode

Sara Jane discusses recognizing red flags in relationships and explores fertility and postpartum practices through a traditional Chinese medicine perspective.

Sara Jane receives a chilling email about an abusive ex and unpacks the lessons behind recognizing red flags early. She also explores fertility through a TCM lens, breaks down Chinese postpartum confinement and explains why women in China wash their underwear in the shower. Shop Sara Jane Ho's TCM feminine care line and feng shui collection on ⁠⁠www.antevorta.us⁠⁠ and use code HOTWATER for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Sara Jane

Topics covered

• toxic relationships
• red flags
• fertility
• traditional Chinese medicine
• postpartum confinement

Keywords

• abusive ex
• Chinese postpartum confinement
• TCM feminine care

Mentioned in this episode

Products: TCM feminine care line, feng shui collection

Places: China

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