Empowering Women Through Every Stage of Motherhood: The Story of Whole-Mama

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As a motherhood photographer in Orange County, I interact with moms in every stage of their motherhood journey. And that journey is one of the most profound and transformative experiences a woman can go through. However, for many, it’s also filled with uncertainty, loss, and the need for deep emotional and physical support. That’s where Whole-Mama holistic coaching comes in. This unique, holistic coaching practice is led by Alexcie, RN, NC-BC, and is dedicated to guiding women through preconception, pregnancy, and beyond. Whole-Mama holistic coaching provides women with the tools to embrace their motherhood journey with confidence.

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From ER Nurse to Holistic Wellness Coach

Before founding Whole-Mama holistic coaching, Alexcie worked as an emergency department nurse. She always knew she was meant to help people, yet she longed to do it in a way that truly aligned with her values. She wanted to step outside the hospital and focus on holistic healing.

Her path shifted when she became a board-certified holistic nurse and wellness coach. She initially worked with fellow nurses to improve their lifestyle balance. However, after experiencing two miscarriages before the birth of her son, she felt called to support women in the perinatal space. Now, she helps them navigate fertility, pregnancy, and the emotional challenges of motherhood through Whole-Mama holistic coaching.

What Whole-Mama Offers

Whole-Mama holistic coaching provides virtual coaching services designed to help women through all stages of their reproductive journey. Alexcie’s approach integrates nutrition, movement, and emotional wellness, focusing on three main areas:

Fertility Support: Helping women optimize their health and mindset while trying to conceive.
Pregnancy Wellness: Guiding expectant mothers through a healthy and balanced pregnancy.
Post-Loss Healing: Supporting women who have experienced miscarriage, helping them rebuild trust in their bodies.

A Unique Approach to Perinatal Wellness

Whole-Mama holistic coaching stands out due to the depth of holistic and physiological understanding that Alexcie brings to her clients. As a registered nurse, she has extensive medical knowledge. Beyond that, she understands that the motherhood journey isn’t just about the physical body. It’s also about the emotional, mental, and spiritual transformation that comes with pregnancy and childbirth.

Her mission is clear: to empower women to heal, grow, and thrive by fostering resilience, connection, and trust in themselves.

The Most Rewarding Part of the Work

For Alexcie, the most fulfilling aspect of running Whole-Mama holistic coaching is creating a safe space for women. This space allows them to be heard, supported, and encouraged to trust their intuition. One of the biggest lessons she has learned along the way is that sometimes, the simplest interventions are the most powerful. Many of her clients don’t need complex protocols or medical interventions. Instead, they need guidance, reassurance, and a trusted voice to help them navigate this deeply personal journey.

The Power of Community

Whole-Mama holistic coaching is rooted in the thriving birthworker network in Orange County. Throughout her own pregnancy, Alexcie discovered the wealth of resources and professionals available in the area. She found incredible support from midwives, doulas, chiropractors, and maternity photographers. Now, as part of that community, she collaborates with other birthworkers to ensure that women have access to the best possible care and support.

One person who has had a profound impact on her journey is Jessie from Goldsoul Midwifery. Having a home birth with Jessie was a catalyst for Whole-Mama holistic coaching. Alexcie is forever grateful for her midwife’s guidance and support.

Looking to the Future

Whole-Mama holistic coaching continues to grow, and Alexcie has big plans for expanding her offerings. She recently launched free TTC & Pregnancy Wellness Assessments. Using the Whole-Mama Approach, she helps women identify areas for improvement in their nutrition, movement, and mindset. She’s also working on creating free community events where women at all stages of their motherhood journey can come together to learn, connect, and feel supported.

If you or someone you know is struggling with fertility, pregnancy, or postpartum wellness, Whole-Mama holistic coaching is here to help. Alexcie’s passion is guiding women through every step of their motherhood journey—helping them create the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience they desire.

Capture Your Motherhood Journeyourney

Motherhood is a journey filled with love, transformation, and unforgettable moments. As you navigate this incredible chapter, capturing these milestones through professional photography can help preserve the beauty of your experience. Whether you are expecting, celebrating the birth of your little one, or embracing the joys of motherhood, I would love to help you document these special moments! Click here to learn more about our full-service maternity experience where we take care of every detail for our expecting moms. And when you’re ready to schedule a maternity or newborn photography session, let’s chat!