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The Village Podcast

by BUMPSUIT Hosted by Nicole Trunfio · English · Kids & Family

Dive into the essence of motherhood, with BUMPSUIT Founder & CEO Nicole Trunfio. From tales of labor and childbirth to the joys of parenting and challenges of post partum. In season one, In season one, we will be joined by an array of incredible guests sharing their own experiences, wisdom and learn

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 59 min
Latest: 16 Sep 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

16 Sep 2026 · 56 min

ALLISON ELLSWORTH: "No Plan B, Workplace Culture, and Owning Your Birth Story"

Poppi co-founder Allison Ellsworth joins The Village Podcast and host Nicole Trunfio, to discuss how she grew a kitchen-born beverage into a billion-dollar brand while raising three boys. She opens up about navigating high-stakes risk, setting workplace standards for mothers, overcoming a traumatic third birth by trusting her intuition, and finding balance through strong family partnership. From normalizing breastfeeding in boardrooms to overcoming pushy medical advice during labor, Allison highlights the power of self-advocacy, family values, and stepping into your personal purpose.

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2 Sep 2026 · 48 min
RUMER WILLIS: "Home Births, Intuitive Motherhood, and Tracing Danger"
In this repost episode of The Village Podcast, host Nicole Trunfio sits down with actress and mother Rumer Willis to explore the deeply personal realities of her journey into parenthood. Rumer reflects on how becoming a mother to her daughter, immediately humbled her expectations, shifted her brain’s protective instincts, and transformed her perspective on early childhood development. Together, they dive into alternative parenting practices, including co-sleeping, holistic remedies, and elimination communication, while discussing the importance of advocating for yourself during birth. Rumer…
21 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
VANESSA FITZGERALD: "Muscle Testing, Tongue Ties, and Pre-Conception Health"
In this enlightening episode of The Village Podcast, host Nicole Trunfio sits down with Vanessa Fitzgerald, where she discusses her practice in Nutrition Response Testing, explaining how she works with the autonomic nervous system to identify root-cause stressors and support organ health. The discussion dives into why she prefers working with women prior to conception, how to address issues like tongue and lip ties in newborns, and the holistic modalities that helped her navigate sleep deprivation, hormone drops, and postpartum recovery.
5 Aug 2026 · 38 min
ALLYSON FELIX: "Olympic Gold and Finding Purpose Beyond the Track"
In this inspiring recap episode of The Village Podcast, host Nicole Trunfio sits down with Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field Olympic athlete of all time. Allyson opens up about her pivotal transition from focusing solely on winning medals to defining her purpose through impact. She candidly shares her experience navigating contract negotiations during pregnancy, leaving Nike to advocate for maternal protections, and partnering with Athleta before founding Saysh, a footwear company specifically designed for the female foot. Allyson also shares her harrowing personal experience…
29 Jul 2026 · 45 min
PIA MANCE: "Bespoke Birth Plans, Work Ethic & Rebranding Postpartum Style"
In this candid and uplifting episode, entrepreneur, style icon, and Heaven Mayhem founder Pia Mance joins host Nicole Trumfio on The Village to chat about business, style, and preparing for first-time motherhood. Pia opens up about her intentional approach to life, from meticulously planning her pregnancy down to the timing, hormone health, and prep work, to crafting a flexible, realistic birth plan that balances modern medicine with comfort rituals. She candidly shares her refusal to compromise her personal identity during pregnancy, reflecting on how her strong work ethic drives her plans…
8 Jul 2026 · 32 min
MIRANDA KERR: "Mothering Boys, Healing from Loss & The Power of Routine"
In this grounding recap episode, international icon, author, and Kora Organics founder Miranda Kerr joins the podcast to share her wisdom on motherhood, business, and mindful living. Miranda opens up about how experiencing profound loss at a young age shaped her perspective on the fragility and beauty of life. She reflects on the transitions of her four pregnancies, navigating a 27-hour natural labor, and how setting strict 20-minute undivided attention windows helps her nurture each of her sons’ unique spirits. From her farm-to-table family activities to the powerful daily affirmations and…
24 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
LATHAM THOMAS: "Birth Agency, Postpartum Care, and Chrono-Nutrition"
In this powerful episode of The Village Podcast , host Nicole Trunfio sits down with maternal health icon and Mama Glow founder, Latham Thomas. Latham shares her inspiring journey into birth work, emphasizing the critical need to rebuild a supportive "birth village" in a modern society that often isolates new parents. The conversation delves into the realities of the fourth trimester, exploring the benefits of Ayurvedic postpartum care, the biological science behind "chrono-nutrition" in breast milk, and the primal instincts challenged by traditional sleep training. Latham offers an…
10 Jun 2026 · 59 min
DR CRANE "A Life Dedicated To Birth and Beyond"
In this special episode, we revisit our conversation with the legendary Dr Crane, one of the most respected figures in obstetrics. With a career spanning more than five decades, Dr Crane offers a remarkable perspective on childbirth, parenting, and the evolution of maternal care. From delivering babies for high-profile families to sharing his views on natural birth, medical interventions, and the changing landscape of maternity care, Dr Crane's stories are both insightful and deeply moving. His wealth of experience, wisdom, and compassion make this a truly unforgettable conversation.…
3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
EMILY DIDONATO “Motherhood, Miscarriage & Finding Your Village”
Supermodel, entrepreneur and soon-to-be mother of three Emily DiDonato joins Nicole on The Village Podcast for an honest conversation about pregnancy, birth, postpartum and the realities of motherhood. Emily shares how she was discovered as a teenager and built a successful modelling career before transitioning into motherhood. She opens up about miscarriage, the emotional weight of trying again, and the importance of community, storytelling and sharing the parts of motherhood that often go unspoken. Together, Emily and Nicole discuss birth plans, doulas, hospital bags, postpartum anxiety,…
4 Jul 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
EP15: SYDNEY PORTER | Embracing the Divine Feminine, Unexpected Motherhood, and the Wisdom of the Womb
In this episode Nicole welcomes special guest Sydney Porter, a birth educator and doula who embodies the grounded, divine feminine. Sydney shares her unexpected journey into motherhood, having her first child at just 19 years old. She discusses her decision to stop taking birth control and reconnect with her body's natural rhythms and the wisdom of the womb. Sydney's story is one of surprise, joy, and the transformative power of embracing the sacred feminine. This episode offers a holistic perspective on birthing, postpartum, and the profound experience of becoming a mother. Connect With…
1 May 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
EP14: AMANDA STEELE | On her Journey to Motherhood, Birth Trauma, Postpartum Challenges and Finding Strength
Nicole sits down with YouTube star and entrepreneur Amanda Steele to discuss her journey to motherhood. Amanda shares intimate details of her unexpected pregnancy, complicated emergency c-section birth experience and daughter's time in the NICU. Learn about Amanda's postpartum struggles with trauma, depression and physical recovery challenges. Amanda also reflects on the support of her partner and mother and her determination to heal and continue embracing motherhood despite facing adversity. Connect With ⁠⁠⁠Our Host⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nictrunfio/⁠ Connect With ⁠⁠⁠Our…
24 Apr 2024 · 1 hr 3 min
EP13: SOPHIE WARD | On her Spiritual Motherhood Journey, Fertility Struggles and the Power of Self-Love
Nicole sits down with Sophie to discuss her powerful spiritual journey with motherhood. Sophie shares intimate details of her experiences with pregnancy, birth, miscarriage and fertility struggles as she and her husband tried for over six years to conceive their second child.Listeners learn about Sophie's healing process through writing, poetry and self-reflection as she worked to resolve past trauma and fully embrace self-love. Sophie also opens up about the emotional highs and lows of her IVF treatment, unique diets and holistic practices used to prepare her body for conception. For anyone…
S1 · E11 · 18 Apr 2024 · 55 min
EP12: PRINCESS | On Postpartum Recovery, Belly Binding and the Wisdom of Traditional Practices
Princess has been a birth and postpartum doula for over ten years, helping mothers through childbirth and recovery. She founded BelliBind to fill a void in postpartum care, offering belly-binding kits and virtual support. In this episode, she shares her own experience with an emergency C-section birth and the challenging recovery process. She discusses adopting healing modalities from traditional Chinese medicine and other cultures to support new mothers. Princess aims to help women honour their postpartum recovery journey through belly binding, connecting them to resources and a support…
27 Mar 2024 · 1 hr
EP11: DR TAMER SECKIN | Everything you need to know about Endometriosis.
This episode features an in-depth discussion about endometriosis with Dr. Seckin, one of the world's leading endometriosis surgeons. Dr. Seckin provides a comprehensive overview of endometriosis, how it's diagnosed, and the various treatment options. He discusses how endometriosis can affect multiple organs in the body and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. The conversation also covers topics like fertility, pregnancy, and surgical recovery. You will gain a new understanding of this common yet misunderstood disease that impacts one in ten women. Dr. Seckin Book: The Doctor Will…
20 Mar 2024 · 44 min
EP10: CHELSEA LEYLAND | On Endometriosis, Fertility Journey and the Power of Vulnerability
Chelsea Leyland battled severe period pain and endometriosis for over a decade, leading to frequent ER visits. Now, she openly discusses her endometriosis journey, fertility challenges, and holistic healing approaches. Chelsea champions a holistic view of women's health, focusing on hormonal balance, diet, stress management, and community support. Her goal is to normalize discussions on menstrual health and pregnancy loss, empowering women to make informed decisions for their overall well-being. Additionally, she reveals the motivation behind co-founding Looni, the supplement company…
14 Mar 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
EP9: DR. ELLIOT BERLIN | On Childbirth, Holistic Healthcare, Supporting Mothers and Embracing Flexibility
Dr. Elliot Berlin shares his experiences as a holistic healthcare provider supporting mothers through childbirth and beyond. He discusses his approach to chiropractic care, massage therapy, doula work, flipping babies naturally, and embracing flexibility in birth. Dr. Berlin aims to educate listeners and empower women through informed choices, addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of pregnancy, labour, and postpartum. ⁠Connect With Our Host⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Our Guest⁠ Watch via our YouTube channel Join ⁠The Village ⁠⁠⁠ This Episode is brought to you by⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BUMPSUIT⁠
7 Mar 2024 · 33 min
EP8: TY HANEY | On Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, Community Building and Overcoming Challenges
Ty Haney shares her experiences as an entrepreneur building two successful brands while navigating motherhood's challenges. She opens up about the traumatic emergency c-section and near-death experience with her daughter Sonny's birth. Through storytelling and her work building the Try Your Best Platform, she aims to normalize open conversations around entrepreneurship, pregnancy, childbirth and the challenges women leaders face. ⁠⁠⁠ Connect With Our Host⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Connect With Our Guest ⁠⁠⁠Join The Village⁠⁠ This Episode is brought to you by⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUMPSUIT⁠
28 Feb 2024 · 2 hr 44 min
BONUS: ONLINE RETREAT | Grief, Healing, and Transformation
Join our latest podcast guest, Libby Weintraub, for this special online retreat that shares stories of loss, grief, and the journey towards healing from multiple speakers.
28 Feb 2024 · 1 hr 42 min
EP7: LIBBY WEINTRAUB | On Stillbirth, Grief, Healing, and Finding Peace After Loss
Libby shares her personal experience with stillbirth and the profound grief and healing journey that followed. She opens up about finding spiritual awakening even in tragedy and how tuning into her inner wisdom during pregnancy brought her peace. Libby discusses the loneliness of child loss and her mission to normalize conversations around this taboo topic. Through writing and community building, she hopes to support other parents coping with this difficult experience. Disclaimer: The information shared on The Village is personal to each guest and should not be taken as or substituted for…
21 Feb 2024 · 51 min
EP6: DR. ALYSSA BERLIN | On Postpartum Mental Health, Self-Care, and Supporting New Mothers
Dr. Alyssa Berlin discusses her journey in perinatal psychology and her passion for supporting new mothers. She shares the importance of preparing for the postpartum period through after birth planning and self-care. Dr. Berlin opens up about her own experiences with infertility and how it led her to create resources for couples transitioning to parenthood. She talks about postpartum mental health conditions like OCD, depression, and psychosis. Dr. Berlin hopes to normalize conversations around these topics and help new parents feel less alone in their experiences. Disclaimer: The…
7 Feb 2024 · 37 min
EP5: MIRANDA KERR | On Beauty, Resilience, and Motherhood
Miranda Kerr discusses her journey as a model, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She shares the importance of rituals and self-love in her life. Miranda opens up about the loss of her boyfriend at a young age and how it shaped her perspective on life. She talks about her books and the impact she hopes to make on young women. Miranda also discusses the journey of creating KORA Organics skincare products. She shares her daily skincare routine and the intention behind each product. Finally, Miranda reflects on becoming a mother and navigating privacy in the public eye. Disclaimer: The…
1 Feb 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
EP4: DR CRANE | "A Life Dedicated To Birth and Beyond"
In a special episode, Nicole is honored to welcome the legendary Dr. Crane, an iconic figure in obstetrics. With a career spanning over five decades, Dr. Crane's experiences and insights offer a unique perspective on childbirth, parenting, and the evolution of maternal care. From delivering celebrities to discussing the nuances of natural birth and hospital interventions, Dr. Crane shares stories that are as enlightening as they are heartwarming. Disclaimer: The information shared on The Village is personal to each guest and should not be taken as or substituted for professional medical…
S1 · E3 · 25 Jan 2024 · 1 hr 26 min
EP 3: RAISSA GERONA "Revolving Around Business & Being A Single Mom”
Revolve's CBO, Raissa Gerona, shares her inspiring journey growing up as a Filipino immigrant in the USA, detailing her business successes and failures and how she got to where she is today. She also shared her growth with Revolve, which included discovering her pregnancy during a Revolve trip, managing pregnancy in the workplace, co-parenting, and finding true happiness. To Shop Nicole's Look click HERE To Connect With Our Guest click HERE To Connect With Our Host click HERE Resources: Resources for Infant Education (RIE) To Connect With BUMPSUIT click HERE To Join The Village click HERE…
S1 · E2 · 17 Jan 2024 · 41 min
EP 2 : ALLYSON FELIX "Pre-eclampsia And Finding My Purpose"
Allyson Felix is not just an Olympian; she's an icon, a beacon of change, and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to motherhood and advocating for Black Maternal Health. From her birth experience with pre-eclampsia to starting her business venturing into the world of footwear designed for women and remaining positive through it all, Allyson shares her inspiring story in this episode. To Shop Nicole's Look click HERE To Shop Saysh click HERE To Connect With Guest Allyson Felix click HERE To Connect With Host Nicole Trunfio click ⁠⁠HERE Resources: To Read Allyson's New York Times Op-Ed…
S1 · E1 · 17 Jan 2024 · 46 min
EP 1 : RUMER WILLIS "My Natural Birth Journey"
Actress Rumer Willis joined the podcast to share her journey of becoming a mother via natural childbirth. She delves into the experience of home and water births, discusses the challenges of transitioning into motherhood for the first time, and reflects on how this transformative calling has shifted her perspective To Shop The Limited Edition: Lou Blue Baby Carrier click ⁠HERE⁠ To Shop Nicole's Look click ⁠HERE To Connect With Guest Rumer Willis click ⁠HERE⁠ To Connect With Host Nicole Trunfio click ⁠HERE Resources: To Read 'The Birth Partner' click ⁠HERE⁠ To Watch 'The Business of Being…
S1 · 4 Jan 2024 · 2 min
WELCOME TO THE VILLAGE
Dive into the essence of motherhood, with BUMPSUIT Founder & CEO Nicole Trunfio. From tales of labor and childbirth to the joys of parenting and challenges of post partum. In season one, we will be joined by an array of incredible guests sharing their own experiences, wisdom and learnings. Celebrate community and build a united strength, by connecting with powerful stories about our shared maternal spirit. Join us in this nurturing haven of understanding our collective force, as we hold space for the biggest transition in our lives.

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The Village Podcast is a English kids & family podcast from BUMPSUIT Hosted by Nicole Trunfio. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: BUMPSUIT Hosted by Nicole Trunfio
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 59 min
Latest episode: 16 Sep 2026
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