Biohacking with Brittany

In this Q&A episode, I explore the science of sleep optimization, the hidden challenges of C-section recovery, and the controversial world of psychedelics for mental health and performance. As a biohacker and new mom, I share my personal experiences, research-backed strategies, and practical tips for improving sleep quality, healing postpartum, and exploring alternative therapies safely. Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram! I TALK ABOUT:  5:10 - Optimizing sleep even if you have a baby 12:00 - Biohacking your environment for better sleep and recovery (Filter Optix code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, F.lux, Loftie lamps, Eight Sleep) 21:20 - Nighttime bath rituals and magnesium supplements to improve sleep quality (BiOptimizers code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, Tiny Health code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, Oura ring, Ultrahuman ring) 30:00 - C-section recovery: Movement, scar care, and returning to fitness postpartum (My birth story episode, Kineon code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 37:10 - The timeline for postpartum strength rebuilding and reintroducing workouts (Sweat app) 44:20 - Psychedelics in the U.S.: Legal status and how microdosing works (Microcybin code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 46:30 - The difference between psilocybin and LSD, and their unique benefits 49:40 - Mindset and safety tips when using psychedelics SPONSORS: Protect your reproductive health with Leela Quantum Tech’s EMF-blocking underwear. Use code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% discount on all of their products! Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF. RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon  storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

I break down the biggest wellness trends of 2025—what's already making waves and what’s coming next.  From cold water therapy and “sensehacking” to the longevity boom and the apple cider vinegar comeback, I explore the science behind these trends and how to incorporate them into your daily life. I also dive into the importance of making health a lifelong journey rather than a destination and how small, consistent habits can make all the difference. DM me on Instagram and tell me about what biohack you are excited to try!   I TALK ABOUT:  05:40 - Cold water therapy: The ultimate mental and physical biohack 12:00 - “Sensehacking”: How sight, sound, and scent impact well-being 22:15 - Apple cider vinegar comeback: Science-backed benefits for digestion and metabolism 26:40 - The longevity boom: NAD+ boosters, peptides, and biological age tracking 34:45 - Health as a journey, not a destination: Why consistency matters more than quick fixes 35:25 - Habit stacking and the 80/20 rule: The key to long-term success without burnout   SPONSORS: Protect your reproductive health with Leela Quantum Tech’s EMF-blocking underwear. Use code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% discount on all of their products! Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF.     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

I dive into the reality of balancing work and motherhood, the science of heart rate variability (HRV) tracking, and the signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD.  As a new mom, I share my personal experiences, research-backed insights, and practical strategies for optimizing health and mental well-being during this phase of life. Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram!   I TALK ABOUT:  06:00 – Redefining balance as a working mom and why perfect balance is a myth 09:40 – Adapting work-life balance strategies as a new mom 17:45 – The reality of work-life balance and being present with your child 23:10 – Understanding HRV, why it matters, and how to track it 26:50 – The link between HRV and longevity, mental health, and stress resilience 27:58 – Practical ways to improve HRV 29:10 – The signs and symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD 31:00 – The underestimated challenges of postpartum life 45:40 – How traveling and getting out of town helps mental health during postpartum 49:00 – Supplements, self-care, and mental offloading strategies for postpartum wellness 51:40 – The importance of social connections and therapy during motherhood   SPONSORS: Join me at the Health Optimization Summit USA 2025 in Austin, Texas! Use my code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% off your tickets. Grab your tickets at hosummit.com/brittany. Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF.     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront The book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters HRV Trackers: Oura Ring, WHOOP, Garmin, Ultra Human Ring LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

In this eye-opening episode, we delved into quantum energy healing and cutting-edge products for optimizing health.  Philipp Samor von Holtzendorff-Fehling, founder and CEO of Leela Quantum Tech (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), shared insights on EMF protection, quantum energy technology, and the remarkable benefits experienced by users. From advancements in deuterium depleted water to the game-changing Infinity Bloc, this episode is packed with transformative information.  Join the conversation, explore the possibilities, and discover how quantum energy can positively impact your life.   I TALK ABOUT:  07:00 - How I keep track of my goals 14:00 - EMF-blocking underwear 22:10 - Design challenges for EMF-blocking underwear for men and women 24:50 - Electric vehicles and EMF 30:00 - EMF blocking products you can use on planes and on your car 32:30 - Latest studies on quantum healing and technology 47:10 - Quantum healing technology for home that is a must use for beginners 52:55 - Effects: Harmonious energy, reduced stress, improved well-being 56:10 - Charging foods and supplements for stress reduction 58:15 - Future applications: Olympic performance frequency and deuterium depleted water   SPONSORS: Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Visit Leela Quantum Tech’s website (code: BIOHACKINGBRIITTANY) Leela Quantum Tech’s Infinity Bloc, Energy Capsule, EMF-blocking Underwear, and Travel & Car Bloc LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

I answer your top health and wellness questions, covering everything from red light therapy during pregnancy to the best vitamin D sources for your baby and whether cold plunging is safe postpartum. Tune in for research-backed insights and practical tips to biohack womanhood and motherhood in a high-performance, non-toxic way. Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram!   I TALK ABOUT:  05:40 - How to safely use red light therapy during pregnancy and postpartum (Ep 254) 10:10 - My top red light therapy product recommendations (HigherDose facemask and hat code: BRITTANY15; Kineon code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 17:00 - The best way to get vitamin D for your baby: Green Pasture Fermented Cod Liver Oil, Nordic Naturals, Organic Baby D Drops 24:38 - Best formula for biohacking moms (Serenity Kids code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY; Ep 317, Bobbie Formula) 25:00 - Cold plunges for postpartum moms: Benefits and things to consider 28:40 - How to start cold plunging postpartum safely (contrast showers, short sessions) 30:44 - How I used cold therapy after giving birth and my experience with it     SPONSORS: Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Carrie McGuckin, a neonatal nurse and advocate for newborn wellness, shares eye-opening insights on the importance of B. infantis bacteria, how C-sections impact a baby's microbiome, and the atopic march—a cascade of health conditions like eczema, allergies, and asthma that may be linked to gut health. We dive deep into the science behind Evivo, a revolutionary probiotic designed specifically for babies, and how it plays a crucial role in shaping the gut microbiome from birth.   WE TALK ABOUT:  07:30 - The role of B. infantis in infant gut health 10:30 - How birth method impacts a baby's microbiome 12:30 - The truth about vaginal seeding or swabbing for C-section babies 15:00 - Taking B. infantis before giving birth 19:00 - Why some populations still have B. infantis in their gut 22:30 - How probiotics affect digestion, colic, and diaper rash 30:00 - Understanding the atopic march: eczema, allergies, and asthma 32:00 - Brittany’s experience with postpartum eczema and upcoming experiment with Evivo 41:00 - Ideal duration for babies and kids to take probiotics for maximum benefit 47:00 - Advice on how to raise a healthy baby   SPONSORS: Join me at the Health Optimization Summit USA 2025 in Austin, Texas! Use my code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% off your tickets. Grab your tickets at hosummit.com/brittany.     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Evivo’s website and Instagram LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

I tackle your most pressing health and wellness questions, focusing on hormone balance, postpartum health, and natural remedies for supporting your cycle.  If you're dealing with low estrogen and progesterone, postpartum migraines or vertigo, or wondering if castor oil packs are worth the hype, this episode is for you. Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram!   I TALK ABOUT:  09:30 - Low estrogen and progesterone: Symptoms, causes, and natural solutions 12:00 - How bioidentical hormones (code: BRITTANY) and phytoestrogens support menstrual health (episode 141) 14:30 - Liver detox for hormone balance 17:00 - Strength training, stress reduction, and sleep for hormonal health 20:00 - Why DUTCH testing is the gold standard for hormone analysis 21:00 - Postpartum migraines and vertigo (episode 285) 24:00 - The role of magnesium (BiOptimizers code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), B vitamins, CoQ10, cod liver oil, and Fatty15 in postpartum recovery 27:00 - Getting more sleep postpartum 29:00 - Castor oil packs for hormone balance and the kits I use 33:00 - How to use castor oil packs (Fertility blog)    SPONSORS: Protect your reproductive health with Leela Quantum Tech’s EMF-blocking underwear. Use code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% discount on all of their products!   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront The progesterone bioidentical cream that I use (use code: BRITTANY) Past episodes I talked about: Episode 141, Episode 285, Fertility blog LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

David Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Genexa, the first “clean medicine” company disrupting the over-the-counter pharmaceutical industry, shares how his background, experience as a parent, and passion for health led him to co-create Genexa, a company that removes unnecessary artificial fillers, dyes, and allergens from common medications.  We discuss why conventional medications contain so many artificial ingredients, how Genexa is changing the industry, and what’s next in the clean medicine movement.   We TALK ABOUT:  05:00 - What inspired David Johnson to co-found Genexa 08:00 - The shocking ingredients in conventional medications 13:00 - The harmful fillers, dyes, and allergens in OTC medications 17:00 - How Genexa is challenging pharmaceutical giants like Tylenol 22:00 - The role of consumer demand in changing the “Big Pharma” industry 26:00 - Why parents care more about clean medicine than ever before 29:00 - Managing fevers naturally vs. using medication 36:00 - Genexa’s surprising role in the Canadian Tylenol shortage 43:00 - The connection between clean medicine and sustainability 46:00 - What’s next for Genexa, including expansion into Target and Walmart   SPONSORS: Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use my link to get 12% OFF.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Genexa’s website and Instagram LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

In this Q&A episode, I’m answering some of the most common questions that land in my DMs! From the best ways to support your baby’s gut health after a C-section to natural strategies for lowering HbA1c and optimizing metabolic health, I’m covering it all. Plus, I dive into the hot topic of sauna use during pregnancy—what’s safe, what’s not, and my personal experience. Want your question answered in a future episode? Send me a DM on Instagram!   I TALK ABOUT:  04:00 – Supporting my baby’s gut health after a C-section 07:30 – Debunking myths about vaginal seeding and vaginal swabbing for C-section babies 14:00 – The importance of immediate skin-to-skin contact after birth 18:00 – Tiny Health’s at-home microbiome test for babies and moms (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 20:00 – The best probiotics for newborn gut health (Evivo, BioGaia) 23:00 – Introducing prebiotic and probiotic-rich foods when starting solids 26:00 – How to lower HbA1c naturally through nutrition and movement 32:00 – The best supplements for optimizing insulin sensitivity 35:00 – Why sleep and stress management are key to metabolic health 37:00 – Sauna use during pregnancy 42:00 – My personal experience with sauna use while pregnant   SPONSORS: Protect your reproductive health with Leela Quantum Tech’s EMF-blocking underwear. Use code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% discount on all of their products!   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

In this engaging discussion, Daniel Baird, founder of NADS Underwear, shares his journey from personal health struggles to creating a line of non-toxic men's underwear. He dives into the surprising effects of toxic fabrics on testosterone and fertility, urging men to opt for organic materials. The conversation also covers why men's clothing has lagged in the sustainable movement and offers actionable advice for transitioning to healthier wardrobe choices. Baird emphasizes that small changes in fabric can lead to significant improvements in overall well-being.