Ep. 366: Is your deodorant poisoning you? with Jenn Thatcher

In this eye-opening episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, HeHe is joined by Jenn Thatcher, the founder and CEO of Zebra, to discuss the alarming truth about the misleading marketing of 'natural' products. They delve into Jenn's personal journey from battling her children's health issues to creating a truly clean and transparent brand. They break down the harmful ingredients often found in everyday wellness products like deodorant and toothpaste, and why the term 'natural' is frequently misused. Jenn shares insights on how to read personal care product labels, the significance of third-party certifications, and the intricacies of sourcing clean ingredients. This episode is packed with essential information for anyone looking to make informed choices about their personal care products and overall health. 00:00 The Deceptive Marketing of 'Natural' Products 01:05 The Struggle to Find a Clean Deodorant 03:06 The Painful Journey of Testing Deodorants 06:09 Discovering Zebra Deodorant 06:40 Interview with Zebra's CEO, Jenn Thatcher 06:55 Jenn’s Personal Story and Motivation 07:43 The Birth of Zebra: A Transparent Brand 08:42 The Importance of Clean Ingredients 12:49 Jenn's Family Health Scares 24:31 The Challenges of Sourcing Pure Ingredients 32:10 The True Cost of Quality Products 38:40 The Dangers of Antiperspirants 41:18 The Hidden Dangers of Fragrances 43:29 Petroleum-Derived Ingredients in Beauty Products 44:46 Decoding Labels: Identifying Harmful Ingredients 46:27 Trust Issues with Beauty Brands 47:25 Zebra's Commitment to Transparency and Safety 55:05 The Hydroxyapatite Debate 01:02:02 Concerns About Traditional Toothpaste Ingredients 01:08:25 The Problem with Dental Floss 01:14:10 Sourcing and Transparency in Beauty Products 01:16:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Guest Bio: Jenn Thatcher left a successful career as an international artist to found ZEBRA. Jenn believes her children were victims of dirty products and a system that is designed to trick consumers. Her son Jack’s diagnosis of a brain tumor made her even more vigilant at researching every single ingredient in the products her family was using. She realized that products are really not always as natural as they seem. She decided if she wanted something truly safe, and high performance she was going to have to create it herself. This is how ZEBRA was born. Jenn’s faith and love of country is woven into ZEBRA, not only are the ingredients in the products “black and white,” but she lives by the idea of the constitution and the Bible being black and white as well. ZEBRA is a non-toxic, freedom loving brand who answers to no one but the Creator himself. SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on IG  Connect with HeHe on YouTube   Connect with Zebra on IG  BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!   Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone! LINKS MENTIONED: www.yayzebra.com code HEHE for 10% off at yayzebra.com