Open to Life is a podcast at the crossroads of body literacy and the pro-life movement. Hosted by Melanie Salazar, a Chicana and mother, each episode explores real conversations at the intersection of natural family planning, unexpected pregnancies, motherhood, and the dignity of the preborn. With a vision of ending abortion through deeper respect for the female body, this show champions a future where true progress means recognizing the power of our fertility, and as a result: honoring new life as a gift.
35 | Calling all Women for the Red Thread Experience... also where have I been?
Melanie shares her recent experiences, upcoming events, and reflections on aging, motherhood, and personal growth, offering insights for women health practitioners and listeners navigating life's transitions.
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Top 7 Fertility & Women’s Health Resources → https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7 (https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7)
Support the podcast:
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Know Your Blood, Heal Your Hormones with Womb Medicine (https://www.wombmedicine.com/a/2148304882/DxBLrza8)
Learn menstrual cycle, period, and fertility education for Catholics of all ages and stages at Pearl and Thistle (https://pearlandthistle.podia.com/a/9a5ug)
Nervous system rewiring and regulation for business owners and professionals at Loretto Wellness (https://www.loretowellness.com/the-dwelling-place?ref=55141-Melanie-Salazar).
Immerse Yourself In All Things Pregnancy, Home Birth, and Postpartum from a Natural Christian Perspective through Embrace Birth Journey (https://melaniesalazar--sisterbirth.thrivecart.com/journey-courses/)
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5 Jun 2026
34 | Motherhood Changed Everything: Happy 2nd Birthday to my Son!
In this heartfelt episode, Melanie shares her journey through motherhood, her work in pro-life advocacy, her pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences, and her ongoing journey in birth work and hormone health coaching. She reflects on the challenges and blessings of motherhood, her professional endeavors, and her spiritual insights.
Top 7 Fertility & Women’s Health Resources → https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7 (https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7)
Support the podcast:
Learn menstrual cycle, period, and fertility education for Catholics of all ages and stages at Pearl and Thistle (https://pearlandthistle.podia.com/a/9a5ug)
Get 15% OFF the TempDrop (http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFOPENTOLIFE) with my code AFOPENTOLIFE
Find healing after a traumatic birth in The Dwelling Place (https://www.loretowellness.com/cart/228568-The-Dwelling-Place?ref=55141-Melanie-Salazar). Learn more at Loretto Wellness (https://www.loretowellness.com/the-dwelling-place?ref=55141-Melanie-Salazar).
Immerse Yourself In All Things Pregnancy, Home Birth, and Postpartum from a Natural Christian Perspective through Embrace Birth Journey (https://melaniesalazar--sisterbirth.thrivecart.com/journey-courses/)
Radical Birth Education: How To Have a Natural Birth (https://livewildbirthfree.mykajabi.com/a/2147523894/LnjDmWow) — Self Paced Program. Use code MELANIE7116 for 5% OFF
Build a toxin-free baby registry (https://stan.store/affiliates/9f5827b1-43e5-4299-8f98-eba704700a4f)
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8 May 2026
33 | Infertility and Bearing Fruit! — Endometriosis, fertility awareness, and adoption with Mary G Bruno
In this heartfelt interview, Mary Bruno shares her journey through infertility, her work in fertility awareness, and her inspiring perspective on spiritual motherhood and God's purpose for women. Discover insights on natural family planning, medical treatments, and embracing God's plan amidst life's challenges.
Top 7 Fertility & Women’s Health Resources → https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7 (https://opentolife.kit.com/freefam7)
Support the podcast:
Learn menstrual cycle, period, and fertility education for Catholics of all ages and stages at Pearl and Thistle (https://pearlandthistle.podia.com/a/9a5ug)
Get 15% OFF the TempDrop (http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/AFOPENTOLIFE) with my code AFOPENTOLIFE
Find healing after a traumatic birth in The Dwelling Place (https://www.loretowellness.com/cart/228568-The-Dwelling-Place?ref=55141-Melanie-Salazar). Learn more at Loretto Wellness (https://www.loretowellness.com/the-dwelling-place?ref=55141-Melanie-Salazar).
Immerse Yourself In All Things Pregnancy, Home Birth, and Postpartum from a Natural Christian Perspective through Embrace Birth Journey (https://melaniesalazar--sisterbirth.thrivecart.com/journey-courses/)
Radical Birth Education: How To Have a Natural Birth (https://livewildbirthfree.mykajabi.com/a/2147523894/LnjDmWow) — Self Paced Program. Use code MELANIE7116 for 5% OFF
Build a toxin-free baby registry (https://stan.store/affiliates/9f5827b1-43e5-4299-8f98-eba704700a4f)
My favorite travel credit card (https://click.mcmap.chase.com/?qs=a41e8b2efe908b298dd5faa198507fc22860c52f6d3daad6c537198de72ce8f6ef89476b9b1a1a4edc362c79c8eb3a895fcd0cde63cf747d591cced88b5ea406)
Who has been a guest on Open to Life
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Emily Kirkwold
Sarah Bartel
Cassidy Shooltz
Felipe Avila
Colleen Ritz
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.5 / 5
8 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100
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Quality
81
Social presence
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YouTube
0
Engagement
31
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