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Whether you're actively trying to conceive, already pregnant, or simply dreaming about becoming a mother one day, this episode explores a topic that rarely gets discussed: what happens when an ambitious woman becomes a mom.

Integrative genetic counselor Natalie Samson joins Dr. Leah Gordon for an honest conversation about preparing your business for pregnancy, navigating the identity shift into motherhood, and why success doesn't have to come at the expense of your family. They dive into practical strategies for delegation, building systems before pregnancy, planning for postpartum, and embracing the inevitable changes that come with this new season of life. Whether you're a founder, entrepreneur, healthcare provider, or working professional, this episode offers both mindset shifts and actionable advice for building a business that supports the life you truly want.

00:00 Trailer + Episode Introduction

03:00 Meet Natalie Samson

05:28 What Is Preconception?

06:48 Why Genetic Testing Matters

08:57 Why This Conversation Is Needed

11:05 Will Pregnancy Change Your Ambition?

17:53 Does Your Drive Come Back After Baby?

20:09 The Biggest Lesson Motherhood Teaches Founders

23:20 How to Prepare Your Business Before Pregnancy

28:29 Building Systems That Can Run Without You 3

1:31 Leading Your Team Through Pregnancy

39:10 Does Motherhood Change Your Business Identity?

46:20 The Delegation Exercise Every Founder Needs

48:18 Designing Your Ideal Work Week

57:29 Does Motherhood Make You a Better Founder?

62:49 Final Advice for Ambitious Women

Resources From This Episode:

Natalie's Genetic Counseling Services - https://www.goldengeneticshealth.com/

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Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is far more than morning sickness. In this episode, we break down the science behind severe pregnancy nausea and vomiting, including how it's diagnosed, why it happens, potential genetic causes, treatment options, and what current research says.

Dr. Morgan explains the latest evidence surrounding GDF-15, risk factors, medications, IV therapy, nutritional deficiencies, and recovery, while Leah shares her own experience with debilitating pregnancy sickness. Whether you've experienced HG yourself, love someone who has, or simply want to better understand this often misunderstood condition, this episode offers education, compassion, and practical resources.

00:00 Introduction

02:17 What Is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

03:26 Signs & Diagnostic Criteria

05:50 HG vs Severe Morning Sickness

07:41 Risk Factors & Who Is Most Likely to Develop HG

11:55 Health Risks for Mom

18:00 Mental Health & The Emotional Toll

23:16 Effects on Baby

25:33 What Causes Hyperemesis Gravidarum?

27:50 The GDF-15 Gene Explained

30:29 Histamine, Mast Cells & Other Possible Causes

33:31 Recurrence & Future Pregnancies

36:20 Medical Treatment Options

42:04 Natural & Integrative Therapies

46:21 Chinese Medicine vs Acupuncture

50:38 Additional Support Strategies

52:58 Recovery After Hyperemesis

54:53 Final Takeaways & Encouragement

Resources From This Episode:

• Sick - The Battle Against HG - https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0PUSG6EOZI4HTVVAWY18JE66WC
• HER Foundation https://www.hyperemesis.org/
• https://herhomeopathy.ca/homeopathy-for-morning-sickness/
• Gill homeopath - https://consultanthomeopath.com/homeopathy
• Sean Chinese Medicine Herbs https://www.folkwiseherbalmedicine.com/

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If you've been told IVF is your only option, or you've already gone through failed IVF cycles, this episode may completely change the way you think about fertility treatment.

Dr. Leah sits down with her personal reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Lyndon Chang, founder of Hanabusa IVF and a pioneer in minimal stimulation IVF, to discuss why fertility treatment shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. Together, they break down the differences between traditional IVF and Mini IVF, why more medications don't always mean better outcomes, how individualized protocols can improve care, and why understanding the root cause of infertility matters just as much as creating embryos.

Whether you're just beginning your fertility journey or searching for answers after unsuccessful IVF cycles, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on personalized fertility care.

00:00 Trailer & Introduction

00:53 How Dr. Chang Became an IVF Specialist

04:52 Mini IVF vs. Traditional IVF

08:52 Understanding Your IVF Options

13:27 Why Personalized IVF Matters

18:20 Why IVF Can Fail: Looking Beyond the Embryo

23:20 Natural vs. Medicated Embryo Transfers

27:42 When It's Time to Change IVF Clinics

29:20 Who Can Benefit Most from Mini IVF

30:52 Final Thoughts & Fertility Advice

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• Dr. Chang's Clinic: https://www.hanabusaivf.com/
• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership: www.womanhoodwellness.com

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Preparing for postpartum doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Morgan shares everything she's putting in her postpartum cart as she prepares for baby number five, including the products she swears by, the items she skips, and why less is often more.

From breastfeeding essentials, perineal healing, baby gear, and postpartum supplements to nutrition, mental health, and recovery, this episode is a practical guide for building a postpartum setup that truly supports both mom and baby.

Whether you're expecting your first baby or your fifth, you'll walk away knowing what actually deserves a spot on your registry, and what doesn't.

00:00 Trailer + Intro

02:15 Why You Don't Need Everything

07:46 Breastfeeding Essentials

09:41 Best Products for Nipple Healing

13:44 When to Use a Nipple Shield

21:07 Milk Collection & Breast Pads

27:24 Active Skin Repair

29:47 Electrolytes for Recovery

32:23 Milk Supply Support

34:29 Nursing Bras

35:09 Perineal Healing Essentials

39:48 Baby Essentials You Actually Need

41:15 Favorite Diapers & Wipes

44:35 Baby Clothes & Sleep Setup

48:29 Pacifiers & Baby Carriers

54:09 Postpartum Comfort & Recovery

56:44 Best Postpartum Supplements

58:37 Nourishing Herbs & Tonics

60:59 Stress & Mental Health Support

68:56 Nutrition & Meal Planning

74:16 What I Don't Buy

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Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women, yet many spend years searching for answers before receiving a diagnosis. In this episode, Leah sits down with endometriosis and fertility dietitian Cindy Dabrowska to unpack the often-overlooked signs of endometriosis, its connection to infertility, painful periods, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, and chronic inflammation.

Together, they discuss why endometriosis is frequently missed, emerging diagnostic tools, the role of surgery, how pregnancy impacts symptoms, and the nutrition and lifestyle strategies that can help improve quality of life. Whether you've been diagnosed with endometriosis, suspect you may have it, or are navigating unexplained infertility, this conversation offers practical insights and hope.

00:00 Trailer & Introduction

01:52 Cindy's Endometriosis Journey

04:32 How Long Does It Take to Get Diagnosed?

05:32 Common & Unexpected Endometriosis Symptoms

07:39 Silent Endometriosis & Infertility

09:22 Subtle Signs Women Often Miss

11:45 Estrogen, Hormones & Endometriosis

16:42 How Endometriosis Is Diagnosed Today

20:35 Should You Start Treatment Before Diagnosis?

23:52 Birth Control, Surgery & Individualized Care

27:18 Can Diet & Lifestyle Reverse Endometriosis?

31:42 Pregnancy, Breastfeeding & Endometriosis Symptoms

38:23 Is Endometriosis Similar to Cancer?

41:39 Cindy's 4-Part Endometriosis Healing Framework

44:06 Why Progesterone Matters

47:06 The Nervous System's Role in Endometriosis

49:26 Trauma, Stress & Chronic Pain

50:43 How to Work with Cindy

52:34 Final Thoughts

Resources From This Episode:

1. The Endo Thrive Masterclass - https://supportiveendord.ewebinar.com/webinar/the-endo-thrive-masterclass-23717
2. Cindy's website: https://www.endometriosisdietitian.ca/
3. Follow Cindy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endo.fertility.dietitian/
4. Subscribe to Cindy's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theendofertilityspace
5. Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership: https://drleahgordon.com/join

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Planning a home birth or birth center birth? While most out-of-hospital births go as planned, hospital transfers are more common than many families realize. In this episode, we break down the most common reasons a transfer may happen before or during labor, including prolonged labor, maternal exhaustion, fetal positioning concerns, post-dates pregnancy, ruptured membranes, and more.

We also discuss the emotional side of transfer, why it is not a failure, how to prepare mentally and practically for the possibility of a hospital birth, and ways to stay empowered if your birth plan changes. Whether you're planning an out-of-hospital birth or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers valuable education, reassurance, and practical tools for navigating unexpected changes during birth.

00:00 Trailer & Introduction

02:21 Why Hospital Transfer Isn't Failure

05:46 Letting Go of Guilt & Self-Blame

11:49 Home Birth Transfer Statistics

15:11 Most Common Reasons for Transfer

16:54 Reasons You May Transfer Before Labor

19:36 Going Past Your Due Date

21:41 Fear of Hospital Births & COVID Experiences

24:20 Why You Should Prepare for Transfer

26:31 Low Fluid, Blood Pressure & Other Risks

28:23 Breech Babies & Other Pregnancy Complications

33:16 Reasons for Transfer During Labor

33:45 Water Breaking Without Labor

35:40 Stalled Labor & Baby Positioning

37:35 Maternal Exhaustion & Pain Relief Requests

41:56 Medical Complications During Labor

43:20 Fetal Concerns & Meconium

44:44 How to Mentally Handle a Transfer

46:46 What Happens When You Arrive at the Hospital

53:56 Practical Tips & Your Hospital Backup Plan

55:59 Processing Your Birth Experience Afterwards

58:13 Homeopathic Support for Fear & Shock

58:46 Healing, Perspective & Birth Trauma

59:39 Final Thoughts

Other Related Episodes:

• 32: The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2IMXN6PmYDZBUcm78G3QeX?si=yNNZH5-sQDG3OaKeRlXD6A

• 40: The Wisdom in Waiting - https://open.spotify.com/episode/19MTWQjyEHl804m4UEcvT8?si=KuMgrblvSmy3HzQHKO9pGw

• 136: How The Hospital System Manipulates Moms with Dr. Stuart Fischbein MD - https://youtu.be/iKj69MpgmD0?si=ADEsze8RNtRCKkqO

• 168: Hospital Birth 101 Part 1 - https://youtu.be/8AohlC6Rc_E

• 169: Hospital Birth 101 Part 2 - https://youtu.be/Zracs5-cytE

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Progesterone is one of the most important hormones for fertility, healthy ovulation, and sustaining early pregnancy, yet so many women are never taught how it actually works.

In this episode, Dr. Leah and Dr. Morgan sit down with fertility nutritionist Sophia Pavia to break down the truth about low progesterone, luteal phase defects, ovulation quality, and why so many women today are struggling with hormone imbalances, infertility, and pregnancy loss.

We unpack how progesterone is made, why ovulation is essential for healthy hormone balance, what “unopposed estrogen” really means, and the signs your luteal phase may need support. Sophia also explains why conventional medicine can be hesitant about progesterone supplementation, when it may be appropriate, and how nutrition, stress, blood sugar balance, and cycle tracking can help support stronger ovulation and healthier progesterone production naturally.

If you’re trying to conceive, navigating recurrent loss, or simply want to better understand your hormones, this episode is packed with practical education and empowering insight.

00:00 Intro + Sophia Returns To The Podcast

01:24 Why Low Progesterone Matters for Fertility

02:34 Why So Many Women Struggle with Progesterone Today

13:17 How PCOS, Endometriosis & Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Affect Progesterone

15:49 How Progesterone Is Actually Made in the Body

19:59 Estrogen vs Progesterone: What Balance Really Means

25:49 Can You Have a Weak Ovulation?

33:40 Egg Quality vs Progesterone: Which Comes First?

35:24 Why Doctors Often Hesitate to Prescribe Progesterone

41:59 When Progesterone Supplementation May Help

46:16 Signs Your Luteal Phase Needs Support

47:56 How to Support Progesterone Naturally

50:42 Where to Find Sophia + Final Encouragement

Resources From This Episode:

• Sophia's Website - https://www.ttcnutritionist.com/
• Follow Sophia on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ttc.nutritionist

Other Related Episodes:

• Episode #31: The Power of Progesterone - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000625679300
• Episode #108: Surviving a Ruptured Ectopic Pregnancy with Sophia Pavia - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000703730128

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What actually happens during a home birth?

In part two of this Home Birth 101 conversation, Dr. Morgan walks through what makes home birth safe, the role of midwives, what labor looks like at home, when transfers happen, newborn care, cost considerations, and how to prepare physically and mentally.

If you’ve ever wondered what home birth looks like behind the scenes, or what happens if things don’t go according to plan, this episode gives you the practical breakdown.

00:00 Trailer + Introduction

01:26 What Makes Home Birth Safe?

06:36 Different Types of Midwives Explained

11:56 Why Candidate Selection Matters

15:11 What Actually Happens During a Home Birth

20:56 Common Reasons for Hospital Transfer

26:11 Emergency vs Non-Emergency Transfers

29:06 Newborn Care After Home Birth

33:46 Finding the Right Midwife

39:36 Home Birth Cost & Insurance

45:41 Birth Prep & Classes

51:56 Managing Labor Pain at Home

57:46 Common Home Birth Fears

1:01:36 Final Thoughts: Is Home Birth Right for You?

Resources From This Episode:

• Birthing from Within book
• Bradley Method
• Hypnobirthing
• 40 Blinks Eyemask
• New Earth Mama Spotify Playlist

Other Related Episodes:

• Birth Plan Episode
• Birth Episode Playlist

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Thinking about a home birth but unsure whether it’s actually safe?

In part one of this Home Birth 101 series, Dr. Morgan breaks down the biggest myths around home birth, who is actually a good candidate, why some women choose home birth over hospital birth, and what the research says about safety outcomes for low-risk pregnancies.

We also unpack intervention rates, C-sections, epidurals, transfers, and why birth environment matters more than most people realize.

If you’ve been curious about home birth but overwhelmed by fear-based messaging, this episode is a must-listen.

00:00 Introduction + Trailer

02:39 Why We Needed a Home Birth Episode

09:05 What We’re Covering in This Series

09:54 Home Birth vs Birth Center vs Hospital Birth

13:19 Why Women Choose Home Birth

20:09 Who Is a Good Candidate for Home Birth?

23:05 The Mindset Required for Home Birth

26:32 COVID & The Shift Toward Home Birth

28:09 Is Home Birth Actually Safe?

36:47 What Research Says About Home Birth Outcomes

44:37 Part 1 Wrap-Up

Resources From This Episode:

• Maternal Outcomes Study

Other Related Episodes:

• Dr. Morgan's First Three Home Birth Stories
• Dr. Morgan's 4th Birth Story
• Dr. Leah's 1st Birth Story
• Dr. Leah's 2nd Birth Story
• Everything You Need to Know About Hospital Birth with Care Messer
• How Breech Birth Exposes Hospital Dysfunction with Dr. Stuart Fischbein

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In this candid life update, Leah and Morgan share the highs, lows, and unexpected twists they've been navigating behind the scenes.

Leah opens up about the emotional weight of supporting fertility patients through both pregnancies and losses, her husband's exciting startup milestone, and how the "Chinese bamboo tree" analogy is reshaping her perspective on purpose, patience, and growth.

Morgan shares a challenging pregnancy season filled with health scares, a surprising viral infection, a powerful experience supporting a home birth, and a frightening family medical emergency involving her father. Together, they explore motherhood, identity, business, resilience, and what it means to keep moving forward when life feels overwhelming.

00:00 Trailer: High Highs, Low Lows & Life Updates

00:43 Why We Love Life Update Episodes

05:28 The Emotional Weight of Fertility Care

09:58 Looking Beyond Root Causes: The Bigger Infertility Crisis

12:13 Startup Wins & A New Season of Life

14:13 The Chinese Bamboo Tree Lesson on Patience

18:43 Growing a Podcast Without Clickbait

20:43 Work, Motherhood & Identity Shifts

24:43 Toddler Sleep, Nursing & Parenting Updates

26:58 The Dream Life Formula & Becoming Your Future Self

30:43 Morgan's Pregnancy Challenges Begin

31:43 Bee Stings, Swelling & Pregnancy Surprises

36:43 A Painful HSV Infection & Health Scare

41:13 The Doctor Who Showed Up When It Mattered Most

44:28 Missing the Dance Recital for a Birth

47:28 Supporting a Long Labor & Hospital Transfer

53:13 Baby Archer Arrives

54:33 A Family Emergency: Dad's ICU Stay

01:01:13 Navigating Stress, Caregiving & Pregnancy

01:05:43 Preparing for Baby #3 & Summer Plans

01:09:28 Therapy, Support Systems & Looking Ahead

01:10:43 Final Thoughts & Outro

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Getting pregnant again after a C-section comes with unique physical, emotional, and hormonal considerations that many women are never told about. In this episode, we break down what to know about fertility after cesarean birth, scar tissue healing, adhesions, secondary infertility, VBAC considerations, pelvic floor recovery, and the emotional impact a C-section can leave on the body.

We discuss how scar tissue and C-section healing may affect implantation, why some women experience difficulty conceiving after a cesarean, and the importance of supporting your core, pelvic floor, nervous system, and microbiome before trying for another baby. We also dive into placenta previa and accreta risks, uterine rupture statistics, spacing pregnancies after C-section, and how trauma can remain stored in the body long after birth.

Whether you’re preparing to conceive after a cesarean, considering a VBAC, healing from birth trauma, or simply wanting to better understand your body after a C-section, this episode offers both practical guidance and compassionate support.

00:00 Trailer & Intro

01:43 How C-Sections Can Affect Future Fertility

03:52 Scar Tissue & Adhesions Explained

05:25 Placenta Previa & Accreta Risks After Cesarean

10:25 Antibiotics, Microbiome & Secondary Infertility

11:41 Birth Trauma & Nervous System Healing

15:25 Body Image, Desire & Emotional Recovery

18:54 How Long Should You Wait Before Another Pregnancy?

22:46 Pregnancy Spacing, Core Strength & Recovery

24:29 Signs Your Scar May Need More Support

26:15 Pelvic Floor Therapy & Core Healing

29:19 Scar Massage, Gua Sha & Red Light Therapy

32:18 Supplements & Nutrients for Scar Healing

36:35 Preparing for a VBAC After C-Section

38:38 Multiple C-Sections & Birth Decisions

43:05 VBAC Statistics & Uterine Rupture Risks

49:15 Why Birth Decisions Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All

50:25 Preconception Support After a C-Section

51:30 Encouragement for Your Next Pregnancy Journey

Resources From This Episode:

• Get $10 off Evvy Vaginal Test here!
• Bloom Method
• Thrive Physical Therapy (Dr. Lauren Mallari Snyder in San Diego)
• Restore PT - Sarah Grahm (local in Boise)
• Treasure Valley Pelvic Health

Other Related Episodes:

• All About VBAC Part 1 Episode
• All About VBAC Part 2 Episode
• Vaginal Bugs and the Essential Role They Play Episode
• The Secret Fertility Factor No One Talks About Episode
• Home Birth Turned C-Section: Dr. Leah's Birth Story Episode
• Dr Leah's Second Birth Story Episode
• Detoxing Before Pregnancy: What Actually Matters (And What Doesn't) Episode
• When Sex Hurts: The Root Cause No One Talks About Episode
• Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters Episode
• Coming Off Birth Control: What Your Body Needs Before Pregnancy Episode
• Breastfeeding While Trying To Conceive Episode

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Tongue ties are one of the most misunderstood topics in infant feeding and airway health and many parents are left confused, dismissed, or unsure what to do next.

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with IBCLC and craniosacral therapist Lynnelle King to break down the difference between babies who are simply “tight” versus babies who are truly tongue tied, why oral function matters far beyond breastfeeding, and how ties can impact everything from milk transfer and nipple pain to palate development, breathing, sleep, and long-term airway health.

They discuss common signs of oral ties, including clicking while nursing, blistered lips, white-coated tongues, poor milk transfer, gas, tension patterns, and recurring breastfeeding struggles. The conversation also dives into craniosacral therapy, fascial tension, healing after tie releases, timing of releases, and why individualized care matters so much for both mom and baby.

This episode is packed with nuanced discussion for parents trying to decide whether bodywork alone is enough, when a release may actually be necessary, and how to better advocate for yourself if you feel something isn’t right with your baby’s feeding experience.

00:00 Trailer + Intro

00:42 Why Tongue Ties Matter

02:55 Meet IBCLC Lynnelle King

05:40 Finding Lactation Support Before Birth

07:48 What Craniosacral Therapy Is

11:04 Tight vs Tied Explained

12:37 Are Tongue Ties More Common Today?

14:00 Airway Health & Modern Facial Development

15:38 Early Tongue Tie Releases

17:03 Why Tie Releases Aren’t a Quick Fix

18:44 Long-Term Effects of Tongue Ties

21:06 Common Signs of Oral Ties

22:24 High Palates & Airway Development

25:10 Understanding Fascial Tension

32:32 Can Bodywork Alone Fix Tongue Ties?

35:22 Why Lynnelle Only Did Bodywork for 4 Years

36:36 Are Tongue Tie Releases Harmful?

37:50 Why Some Tie Releases “Don’t Work”

41:35 How Tongue Tie Healing Actually Works

44:47 How Providers Assess Tight vs Tied

46:32 Best Timing for a Tongue Tie Release

53:37 The Ideal Window for Treatment

56:32 What Happens If You Wait Too Long

58:29 Why Early Lactation Support Matters

63:00 The Mental Health Impact of Feeding Struggles

64:47 Trusting Your Mother’s Intuition

65:28 Final Thoughts & Resources

Resources From This Episode:

• Breath by James Nestor
• Intake Magnetic Airway Strips
• Strolling Under The Skin YouTube Video
• Lynnelle's team at Family Seasons
• Follow Lynnelle on Instagram

Other Related Episodes:

• Episode #12: A Deep Dive into Tongue and Lip Ties
• Episode #133: Low Milk Supply

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What if hormone imbalances aren’t just physical?

In this episode, we sit down with women’s health and hormone coach Sam “The Hormone Goddess” to explore the deeper emotional, nervous system, and societal roots behind so many women’s health struggles.

We dive into the connection between trauma, stress, suppressed anger, feminine energy, and hormone health, and why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies in modern culture.

From painful periods and burnout to nervous system dysregulation and people-pleasing, this conversation unpacks the hidden layers influencing women’s health and healing.

We also discuss female rage, womb work, joy, pleasure, circadian rhythm, somatic healing, and what it actually means to reconnect with yourself as a woman.

If you’ve ever struggled with PMS, anxiety, exhaustion, hormone imbalances, fertility challenges, or feeling disconnected from your body, this episode is for you.

00:00 Intro + Trailer

01:36 Meet Samantha Hadadi

01:56 Sam’s Hormone Healing Journey

04:46 Trauma, Stress & Hormone Imbalances

05:51 Why Women Aren’t Taught About Their Bodies

07:36 Shame Around Periods & Womanhood

08:46 Why Society Fears Women’s Power

13:41 Female Anger & Hormonal Health

17:36 Suppressed Anger, Liver Health & Hormones

20:56 Somatic Practices for Releasing Anger

23:56 Trauma Release & Emotional Processing

25:51 The Healing Power of Movement & Community

26:46 Nervous System & Hormone Connection

29:56 Trauma, Stress & Women’s Health

32:16 Root Causes of Hormonal Imbalances

36:06 What Is Womb Work?

40:16 The Missing Piece in Hormone Healing

40:46 Joy, Pleasure & Feminine Energy

42:36 Productivity Culture & Women’s Health

47:36 Healing Through Dance & Movement

50:06 Hormones as Messengers

51:36 Reconnecting to Your Authentic Self

52:41 Final Message for Women

54:26 Supporting the Next Generation of Girls

57:36 Where to Find Sam

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Birth preparation is often focused on the physical side of labor, including breathing techniques, birth positions, and what to expect during delivery. But for many women planning an unmedicated birth, the biggest factor influencing their experience is not physical at all.

In this episode, we explore birth mindset and how your mental and emotional state can impact labor, pain perception, and your overall birth experience. If you are preparing for an unmedicated birth, learning how to shift from control into surrender may be one of the most important skills you develop.

We discuss how modern culture conditions women to fear birth and how those beliefs can show up during labor. We also explore why high-achieving and type-A women often struggle more during birth, not because they are unprepared, but because they are wired to rely on control in situations that require trust and surrender.

You will learn how mindset influences the body’s natural ability to give birth, including the role of stress, fear, and the nervous system. We also introduce the concept of the "birth goddess" and explain how understanding the intuitive process of labor can completely change the birth experience.

This episode also unpacks the balance between preparation and surrender, and how your environment, support system, and energy in the room can either support or disrupt labor.

0:00 - Trailer and Introduction

1:55 - Why Birth Mindset Is Overlooked

3:00 - How Culture Creates Fear Around Birth

5:00 - Birth Is Mental and Physical

7:00 - Why We Fear Pain

9:00 - The Missing Rite of Passage in Modern Birth

11:00 - Birth as Transformation

13:00 - Why Control Makes Birth Harder

15:00 - The Birth Goddess Concept

18:00 - Surrender vs Control

21:00 - Preparation vs Surrender

24:00 - Why Knowledge Still Matters

27:00 - The Role of Your Support Team

30:00 - What a Spiritual Epidural Means

34:00 - How Environment Affects Labor

38:00 - Why High Achievers Struggle More

42:00 - Masculine and Feminine Energy in Labor

46:00 - Trust and Letting Go

50:00 - Rewiring Beliefs About Birth

55:00 - Preparing for the Unexpected

58:00 - Staying Grounded When Plans Change

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons
• Healthy As A Mother Epidurals Episode
• Labor Like A Goddess book
• Rent Tent book

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Detoxing before pregnancy is one of the most misunderstood topics in the health space. In this episode, we break down what detox actually means in the body, why it matters for fertility, and how to approach it safely without creating more harm than good.

You’ll learn how toxins impact hormones, ovulation, and pregnancy, and why your body’s ability to eliminate toxins matters more than simply “detoxing.”

We also walk through the most important systems involved in detoxification including the liver, lymphatic system, and organs of elimination, plus the biggest mistakes people make when trying to detox while actively trying to conceive.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should detox before pregnancy, this episode gives you a clear, realistic framework.

0:00 Trailer & Introduction

2:44 What Is a Toxin? Internal vs. External Explained

6:27 Endocrine Disruptors & Their Impact on Fertility

7:55 The Overflowing Sink Analogy 8:51 Why Some People Can "Get Away With" Anything (Genetics & Drain)

11:43 Epigenetics — Why You & Your Grandma Are Different

13:29 The 3-Part Detox Framework: Faucet, Drain & Liver 13:58 The Knife Factory Analogy (How Your Liver Works)

14:52 The Poop Train & Pee Train Explained

17:44 Critical Rule: No Active Detox During Your Two-Week Wait

21:51 Ideal Timeline: 3–6 Months Before Trying to Conceive

24:12 Step 1 — Getting Your Organs of Elimination Working (Poop, Pee, Sweat)

26:31 Sauna & Sweating: When It's Safe & When to Stop

29:17 The Sperm Factor — Why Men Need to Stop Sauna 3 Months Early

30:41 The Lymph System — Trash in New York City Analogy

31:46 Dry Brushing, Rebounders & Vibration Plates

36:35 Breast Massage & Electrolymphatic Drainage

38:27 The Liver Deep Dive: Phase 1 vs. Phase 2 Detox

41:13 Cruciferous Vegetables, DIM & Food-Based Liver Support

42:37 Key Herbs: Dandelion, Burdock, Milk Thistle, Artichoke

47:18 What Liver Enzymes on Blood Work Actually Tell You (And What They Don't)

48:52 Bile, Gallbladder Health & Bitter Herbs

53:20 Castor Oil Packs — How, When & Where

56:57 The Nervous System as a Detox Organ

58:55 Social Media, News & EMFs as "Energetic Toxins"

60:51 Protecting Yourself From Information Overload During TTC

62:59 The Energetic Sink: Why Some People Spiral & Others Don't

70:29 Boundaries With News & Social Media in the Preconception Window

74:05 How to Go Deeper: Courses, Membership & Working with a Practitioner

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership
• Liver Sauce
• The Toxin Solution by Dr. Joe Pizzorno
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #161 - Boundaries In Motherhood
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #22 - Detoxing Before Pregnancy

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What if the tension you feel in motherhood isn’t about your decisions… but about your boundaries?

In this episode, we break down one of the most overlooked skills women need to navigate pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood: setting boundaries with family, friends, and outside opinions.

From pressure around home birth to unsolicited advice from parents and in-laws, this conversation unpacks why boundaries feel so hard, what they actually are (and aren’t), and how to confidently take your power back without damaging your relationships.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by opinions, pressure, or expectations around motherhood… this episode will shift how you see it.

00:00 Trailer & Introduction

01:33 Why Boundaries in Motherhood Feel So Hard

02:54 What a Boundary Actually Is (and What It’s Not)

06:42 Why Most Women Misunderstand Boundaries

07:38 The Power of Controlling Your Response (Not Others)

09:22 Real-Life Example of Healthy Boundaries

11:07 Why Boundaries Protect Relationships (Not Damage Them)

13:37 Should You Communicate Boundaries Ahead of Time?

16:29 Handling Strong Disagreements (Vaccines, Parenting Choices)

18:24 Why Parents Struggle to Let Go of Control

21:16 What Happens When You Set Boundaries for the First Time

22:36 Why Consistency Is Everything

24:48 Becoming a “New Version” of Yourself in Relationships

28:40 Communication Frameworks That Actually Work

30:10 Birth Choices and Family Pressure Explained

33:26 Real Story: Shifting Beliefs Around Home Birth

34:51 How to Respond to Extreme Pushback

37:43 Who Gets to Be at Your Birth (and Who Doesn’t)

41:30 How to Communicate Firm Boundaries Clearly

44:46 Why Waiting for Birth Can Create Stress

48:37 Postpartum Boundaries and Baby Handling

51:38 Scripts for Setting Boundaries Respectfully

53:18 Why Women Struggle with Boundaries More Than Men

56:30 The Deeper Root: Fear of Rejection and Losing Connection

57:37 The Role of Intuition and Safety (Gift of Fear Insight)

01:00:00 Final Thoughts: Boundaries as Empowerment

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

• Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships
• Home Birth Stats
• The Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of IVF: embryo selection.

Because here’s the truth most people don’t realize…

Even today, many IVF labs still rely on visual grading methods developed over 50 years ago to choose which embryo becomes your baby. And that could be the reason so many “perfect-looking” embryos fail.

Today, Dr. Leah sits down with Cara Wells, PhD, a reproductive physiologist and founder of a groundbreaking fertility technology that uses non-invasive video analysis to assess embryo health in real time.

Instead of just looking at embryos… Her technology measures how they behave.

And what they’ve discovered could completely change IVF outcomes.

0:00 Trailer + Intro

0:55 Meet Cara Wells, PhD + Her Background

2:15 The Problem with IVF Embryo Grading

6:25 Why IVF Feels Like a “Black Box”

10:47 The Technology That Inspired a Breakthrough

13:04 How Embryo Video Analysis Works

18:15 Why This Technology Matters for IVF Patients

20:49 Can We Improve Egg + Sperm Quality?

22:20 Why “Perfect” Embryos Still Fail

24:36 What Animal Research Reveals About Fertility

29:15 Why Animal Health Research Matters for Humans

32:12 What This Tech Reveals About Sperm Quality

40:25 How This Impacts Endangered Species

47:35 The Rhino Fertility Discovery

53:02 What Animals Reveal About Human Conditions

59:35 PGT Testing vs Non-Invasive Embryo Testing

1:03:25 How to Learn More + Closing Thoughts

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership
• Emgenisys Website
• Cara Well's LinkedIn

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Mental health is often treated like a guessing game, but what if we could actually see what’s happening in the brain?

In this episode, Dr. Steve Rondeau, founder of Axon EEG Solutions and author of Think Like a Brain, breaks down how brain-based data is changing the way we understand mental health, postpartum struggles, and behavior in both women and children.

We dive into why traditional diagnoses often miss the root cause, how brain patterns shape your personality and responses, and why your environment plays a bigger role than you think. This conversation also explores a newly released study on hormonal birth control and antidepressant response, the concept of the “overwhelmed brain,” and how small shifts in your daily life can dramatically change your mental resilience.

If you’ve ever felt like something is off but can’t explain why, or wondered why one season of life feels manageable while another feels overwhelming, this episode will completely reframe how you think about your brain, your behavior, and your capacity.

00:00 Intro

01:52 Why mental health is still a guessing game

03:40 The misdiagnosis that exposes a broken system

06:10 Can brain scans predict personality

09:30 Why people experience life differently

13:15 Birth control and antidepressant study

16:47 Why one-size-fits-all treatment fails

18:40 Why postpartum experiences vary

22:40 Your brain isn’t broken your environment is

24:21 When symptoms don’t match the diagnosis

26:40 The case that changed everything

29:10 Why root causes get missed

32:10 Are brain patterns genetic or learned

34:40 The 3 areas that shape mental health

37:40 Why you can’t just push through

39:10 The overwhelmed brain pattern

42:10 The habit that regulates your nervous system

43:46 Why coping mechanisms make sense

46:40 Why normal brains don’t exist

49:10 Parenting and relationships through this lens

53:10 What’s normal behavior for kids

55:10 The parenting mistake most people make

58:10 Are screens rewiring our brains

61:10 How to find brain scan providers

73:31 Outro

Resources From This Episode:

1. Dr. Rondeau's Website - https://axoneegsolutions.com/
2. Dr. Rondeau's Book: Think Like Brain Treating Manual - https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Brain-Treating-Manual-ebook/dp/B0GFXQK1DV
3. Follow Dr. Steve Rondeau on Socials:
4. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Steve-Rondeau/100068808602146/
5. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-steven-rondeau-148aa421/
6. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_rondeau_qeeg/
7. Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons - https://milkmedicine.com/lessonsonly/

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Epidurals are one of the most common, and most misunderstood, parts of modern birth.

In this episode, we break down everything you actually need to know: what’s in an epidural, how it works, when it helps, and when it can create more complications than expected.

We also get honest about the parts most people don’t talk about, including side effects, the cascade of interventions, and why so many women feel blindsided after the fact.

This isn’t about telling you what to do.

It’s about giving you the clarity to make the right decision for your birth.

00:00 — Trailer & Intro

01:33 — Why This Conversation Matters

03:33 — Epidural vs Spinal: What’s the Difference

06:03 — “Do No Harm” Framework for Birth Decisions

08:03 — The History of Pain Management in Birth

11:33 — What’s Actually In an Epidural

15:33 — What It Feels Like to Get One

19:33 — When You Can (and Can’t) Get an Epidural

23:33 — The Timing Mistake Most Women Make

26:33 — When an Epidural is Actually Helpful

30:33 — Guilt, Shame & Birth Expectations

35:33 — Common Side Effects Explained

41:33 — The Cascade of Interventions

45:33 — What Happens When It Doesn’t Work

49:33 — Effects on Baby (Myths vs Reality)

53:33 — Why Women Feel Misinformed

57:33 — Epidurals & Postpartum/Bonding

01:00:33 — How to Decide What’s Right for You

Resources From This Episode:

• The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT | #32
• 5 Things That Ruin Breastfeeding | #146
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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If you’ve experienced pregnancy loss and are thinking about trying to conceive again, this episode walks you through what most women aren’t told about getting pregnant after pregnancy loss. From the emotional impact of miscarriage and pregnancy loss to the physical factors that can influence fertility, we break down what actually matters when preparing your body and mind for another pregnancy.

We cover common causes of pregnancy loss, including hormonal imbalances like low progesterone, egg and sperm quality, inflammation, thyroid health, and other underlying fertility factors. You’ll also learn how long to wait before trying again, how to support your body after pregnancy loss, and what steps you can take to reduce the risk of another loss.

This episode also dives deep into the emotional side of pregnancy loss, including anxiety, fear, grief, and the mental challenges of trying to conceive again after loss. Whether you’ve had one pregnancy loss or multiple, this conversation is designed to help you feel less alone and more empowered with both knowledge and support.

If you’re navigating fertility after pregnancy loss, trying to get pregnant again, or looking for answers about why pregnancy loss happens, this episode will give you a grounded, whole-body perspective, combining science, mindset, and real experiences.

00:00 — Trailer + Intro

01:27 — The Emotional Reality of Pregnancy Loss

04:41 — Real Stories of Loss & Trying Again

07:44 — Pregnancy After Loss Feels Different

11:20 — IVF, Embryo Loss & Different Grieving Experiences

13:07 — Why Pregnancy Loss Happens (Physical + Unknown Factors)

14:41 — It’s NOT Your Fault (But You Can Optimize)

15:35 — Spiritual & Emotional Interpretations of Loss

18:57 — Physical Causes of Pregnancy Loss

21:45 — What Happens During Pregnancy Loss (Options Explained)

27:18 — Emotional & Physical Preparation for Each Option

30:35 — When Can You Try Again?

32:39 — Your Body Is in “Mini Postpartum”

35:36 — The Emotional Side No One Supports Enough

38:07 — Male Fertility: The Missing 50%

40:13 — Egg & Sperm Quality Optimization

41:23 — Hormones & Progesterone Explained

46:15 — Inflammation, Gut Health & Vaginal Microbiome

48:58 — What to Do After One Loss vs Multiple Losses

52:39 — A Practical Game Plan Moving Forward

53:50 — Emotional Integration & Healing

55:33 — The Hidden Losses (Identity, Timing, Life Plans)

56:28 — Closing Thoughts & Support Resources

Resources From This Episode:

• 8 Root Causes of Pregnancy Loss | #116 - https://youtu.be/8nKRemVWIrM?si=wDeVseGOjgkLEaQ4
• The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone | #31 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/66SZoAvmnxWS3IQsbSOfCh?si=SAQxaAOcQE2tp_3hwOicMQ
• Miscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma | #51 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/53ikQ9sbpca3nP3T0J9i9s?si=d1fXivahQ22-KgH9r_cf2g
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What actually happens to your baby in the first 24–48 hours after birth, and which newborn interventions should you say yes or no to?

In this episode, we break down 14 common newborn interventions and procedures parents may be offered right after delivery. From delayed cord clamping and suctioning to vitamin K, hepatitis B, erythromycin eye ointment, newborn metabolic screening, hearing and heart tests, circumcision, jaundice, early bathing, and pediatric follow-up, we explain what these interventions are, why they’re offered, and what parents should understand before birth.

Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or birth center delivery, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about newborn care and know what questions to ask when creating your birth plan.

00:00 Trailer + intro

01:13 Why newborn interventions matter

03:44 Delayed cord clamping

09:23 Rubbing and suctioning after birth

14:26 Swaddling, hats, and skin-to-skin

18:37 The golden hour and delaying newborn exams

21:10 Vitamin K shot vs oral vitamin K

29:44 Hepatitis B vaccine at birth

34:07 Erythromycin eye ointment

36:57 Newborn metabolic screening / heel prick / PKU test

39:19 Newborn blood sugar testing

41:42 Hearing test and congenital heart disease screening

46:36 Circumcision considerations

47:32 Early bath and newborn microbiome

52:31 Newborn jaundice explained

56:39 Breastfeeding jaundice vs breast milk jaundice

59:04 Pediatrician visits and delayed vaccine schedules

01:05:39 Closing thoughts

Resources From This Episode:

• Vax Dilemmas: Hesitancy, Studies, and Alternate Schedules with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh | Ep. 109 - https://youtu.be/d72t0Dv18Ok?si=OawY6xJOcWhy0w44
• Vaccines From A Neurodevelopmental Perspective with Dr. Ari Calhoun | Ep. 52 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000648382589
• 5 Things That Ruin Breastfeeding | Ep 146 - https://youtu.be/BQgB9rQ_Msk?si=fwrB0QJ1DvfzrrUm
• Breastfeeding and Trying To Conceive | Ep 113 - https://youtu.be/vRXXioExVh8?si=epAYIrJeqe197ftJ
• Breastfeeding: What to KNOW before your baby is born | Ep 10 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000601146225
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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In this honest life update episode, we’re sharing what motherhood looks like for us right now... the wins, the challenges, and the very real in-between.

We talk about rebuilding strength after a C-section, navigating toddler chaos and overstimulation, how sleep deprivation affects everything, and why routines can feel life-giving in certain seasons of motherhood. We also open up about feeling baby kicks during pregnancy, the emotional weight of the mental load, waking up at 5 a.m., hormone-supportive habits, and the financial pressure that can come with running a business while raising a family.

This episode is candid, relatable, and full of those real mom moments that often go unspoken. If you’re in a season of trying to hold it all together while also finding your way back to yourself, this one will feel like a conversation with friends who get it.

In this episode, we cover:

• Rebuilding strength and reconnecting with your body after a C-section
• The emotional and physical impact of postpartum sleep deprivation
• Toddler chaos and the reality of parenting multiple kids
• The invisible mental load many mothers carry every day
• Why routines can actually create more freedom, creativity, and flow
• The transition out of the postpartum season and back into personal rhythms
• Navigating motherhood while growing and supporting a business
• The financial and emotional pressures of entrepreneurship during family life
• The beauty of sharing both the wins and the challenges of motherhood
• Why real conversations about motherhood matter more than perfection online

00:00 Intro

01:33 Life updates

02:14 Toddler chaos and the destruction phase

07:49 Reflecting on postpartum while caring for other children

12:33 Why sleep deprivation is so hard in motherhood

13:35 Trying to stay organized as a mom (and why chaos still happens)

21:39 The small parenting struggles that add up

31:00 The Skylight calendar and organizing family life

39:24 Getting back into exercise after a C-section

44:30 Getting back into routine and finding rhythm again

54:45 The pressure for business to grow financially

1:00:00 Money as the next personal growth frontier

1:03:51 Why sharing life updates matters

1:07:19 Outro

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• Dow Janes Financial Program
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons
• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership

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Your menstrual cycle isn’t random; it’s a monthly hormone report card.

In this episode, Dr. Leah breaks down how to decode your cycle from bleed to bleed and what common symptoms may be telling you about progesterone, estrogen, inflammation, ovulation, and fertility.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your spotting, PMS, heavy bleeding, dry cycles, painful periods, or irregular timing are “normal”, this episode will help you understand what your body may actually be communicating.

In this episode, we cover:

• Spotting before your period & what it means for progesterone

• Light or short periods & signs of low estrogen or under-fueling

• Heavy bleeding & estrogen dominance

• Ovulation pain: normal vs red flag

• PMS, PMDD & progesterone deficiencies

• Mood shifts right after ovulation

• Low cervical mucus / dry cycles

• Long cycles & PCOS clues

• Short cycles, luteal phase defects & egg reserve

• Brown blood & blood stagnation

• Severe cramping & endometriosis

• Breast tenderness, prolactin & fibrocystic changes

00:00 – Trailer & Intro

02:06 – Your cycle as a “report card”

06:14 – Spotting before your period (low progesterone clues)

08:53 – Mid-luteal spotting: infection, polyps, implantation

13:54 – Light or short periods (low estrogen & under-fueling)

18:54 – Heavy bleeding (estrogen dominance & growth conditions)

23:47 – Ovulation pain explained

26:05 – PMS & PMDD (progesterone, nutrients, blood sugar)

30:19 – Mood changes after ovulation

33:38 – Low cervical mucus / dry cycles

36:46 – Long cycles & PCOS

42:47 – Short cycles & ovarian reserve

47:25 – Brown blood & stagnation

48:50 – Severe cramping & endometriosis

53:09 – Breast changes & lymph support

57:06 – Final thoughts

Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #31: The Power of Progesterone
• Episode #151: When Sex Hurts
• Hormone & Cycle Health Episode Playlist
• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership

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Pregnancy over 40 is often surrounded by fear, but the real story is more nuanced than most women are told.

In Part 2 of our Over 40 series, we break down what actually matters when considering pregnancy later in life, including medical risks, lifestyle factors, birth decisions, and even the surprising benefits of having babies in your 40s.

If you’ve been labeled “advanced maternal age,” feeling pressure about timing, or wondering whether it’s too late to grow your family, this episode offers an evidence-based and compassionate perspective.

In this episode, we discuss:

✔️ Induction pressure and spontaneous labor after 40

✔️ How to evaluate pregnancy risks realistically

✔️ Miscarriage and chromosomal risk explained simply

✔️ When shorter age gaps may make sense biologically

✔️ The truth about twins and fertility after 40

✔️ Longevity myths — why later fertility may signal better health

✔️ Breastfeeding, family planning & timing decisions

✔️ Breast cancer risk reduction linked to pregnancy and nursing

✔️ Lifestyle factors that matter most in pregnancy after 40

✔️ Preconception health, nutrition, and exercise recommendations

00:00 Trailer + Podcast Intro

01:45 Episode Begins — Pregnancy & Birth Over 40 Overview

02:13 Why More Women Are Having Babies After 40

03:55 Advanced Maternal Age: What Actually Matters

06:02 Chromosomal Risks Explained (Down Syndrome & Testing)

08:00 NIPT Testing — Pros, Cons & When It Makes Sense

10:14 Twin Pregnancy Risk After 40

13:27 Miscarriage Statistics by Age

16:54 Pregnancy Complications Over 40 (Hypertension & Preeclampsia)

19:35 Placenta Previa Risk Factors

21:35 Gestational Diabetes & Lifestyle Factors

23:30 Growth Restriction & Paternal Health Influence

24:58 Preterm Labor Risk

25:47 Stillbirth Risk — What the Numbers Really Mean

28:02 Induction & Cesarean Rates After 40

30:35 Medical System vs Physiological Birth Discussion

Pregnancy outcomes are influenced by far more than age alone: metabolic health, lifestyle, and individualized care play a major role. Whether you’re trying to conceive, are currently pregnant, or are simply exploring your options, this episode aims to replace fear with clarity.

Watch Part 1 of this series HERE

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons
• Episode #31 The Power of Progesterone
• Episode #150 Everything You Were Never Taught About The Placenta
• Episode #113 Breastfeeding and TTC

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Part 1 of a 2-Part Series: Fertility Over 40

Fertility over 40 is becoming more common than ever, but with it comes confusion, fear, and a lot of outdated information.

In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we begin a two-part fertility series focused on conception after age 40. We break down what actually changes with age, what matters most for fertility, and — most importantly — what you can influence.

Because chronological age is only one piece of the picture.

You’ll learn why egg quality matters more than egg count, how lifestyle and metabolic health impact fertility outcomes, and how women can support ovulation, hormone balance, and mitochondrial health as they age. If you’ve been told your age alone determines your fertility, this episode offers a more nuanced and hopeful perspective.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why chronological age doesn’t equal ovarian health

• The real role of egg quality vs. egg count (AMH explained)

• How mitochondrial health impacts fertility

• Environmental toxins and hidden fertility stressors

• Blood sugar balance and metabolic health after 40

• Inflammation, oxidative stress, and hormone disruption

• Ovulation strength and progesterone production

• Short luteal phases and why they matter for implantation

• Signs of low progesterone you shouldn’t ignore

• How lifestyle changes can meaningfully improve fertility outcomes

00:00 — Trailer & Podcast Intro

03:25 — Episode begins: Fertility over 40 overview

05:10 — Chronological age vs ovarian environment

21:30 — Egg quality, lifestyle, and metabolic health

23:58 — Inflammation, stress & nutrient deficiencies explained

24:25 — Progesterone, luteal phase & cycle changes after 40

25:10 — Signs of low progesterone to watch for

48:43 — IVF myths: why optimization matters first

49:12 — Why IVF doesn’t bypass egg or sperm quality

49:42 — Rethinking fertility decisions after 40

50:51 — Fertility as a marker of overall health

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Painful sex is far more common than most women realize and far more complex than we’re ever taught.

In this episode, Dr. Leah shares her deeply personal 18-year journey with painful sex, low libido, and feeling dismissed by the medical system, alongside a comprehensive breakdown of the real root causes of pain during sex, from trauma and pelvic floor dysfunction to hormonal changes and lesser-known conditions like provoked vestibulodynia (PVD).

We talk honestly about why painful sex is not something you should “just push through,” why many conventional treatments miss the mark, and how healing often requires addressing multiple layers at once: physical, neurological, hormonal, and emotional.

If sex has ever felt painful, burning, tense, or emotionally complicated, or if you’ve been told everything “looks normal” but something still feels wrong, this conversation is for you.

Painful sex is not a personal failure, a relationship problem, or something you should tolerate. It’s often a signal, and when you understand the signal, healing becomes possible.

Content Note

This episode includes discussion of sexual trauma, medical trauma, and chronic pain. Please take care while listening and pause if needed.

00:00 Trailer + show intro

02:00 Why painful sex is more common than we think (and why women feel so isolated)

04:00 Dr. Leah’s personal story: living with painful sex from the very beginning

08:00 Being dismissed by doctors + why chronic pain is so confusing and isolating

12:30 Why treating symptoms doesn’t work

16:00 Endometriosis and deep pain during sex

25:30 Why pregnancy sometimes improves pain (and why it doesn’t always last)

32:45 Vaginismus explained

40:45 Pain, pleasure, and the nervous system

44:30 Trauma healing during pregnancy and how it changed postpartum pain

47:45 Provoked Vestibulodynia (PVD)

52:45 Birth control, testosterone, and why estrogen isn’t always the issue

56:45 What finally worked

59:45 Other overlooked causes of painful sex

1:04:30 Hypertonic pelvic floors

1:08:30 Final reflections, hope, and next steps

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's When Sex Hurts Immersion Course Waitlist
• When Sex Hurts (book)
• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership
• Episode: Birth Preparation for Sexual Trauma Survivors
• Dr. Leah's Decoding Desire Immersion Experience

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The placenta is one of the most misunderstood organs in pregnancy, yet it plays a central role in implantation, miscarriage risk, fetal growth, preeclampsia, birth complications, and postpartum recovery.

In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, Dr. Morgan delivers a clear, grounded crash course on the placenta: what it is, how it forms, how it functions, and what can go wrong. We unpack common myths, explain real risks without fear, and clarify why the placenta quietly determines so many pregnancy outcomes.

This conversation is designed to replace anxiety with understanding and confusion with clarity, so parents can make informed decisions throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal medical care.

00:00 – Why the placenta matters more than people think

03:00 – Placenta development and implantation

09:00 – Male fertility, sperm health, and pregnancy outcomes

15:00 – Placental anatomy explained simply

18:30 – Cord insertions and placental variants

22:00 – Velamentous cord insertion and vasa previa

27:00 – Placental positioning and placenta previa

32:00 – Placenta accreta and surgical risks

37:00 – Subchorionic hemorrhage and first-trimester bleeding

42:00 – Placental insufficiency and fetal growth restriction

45:00 – Preeclampsia explained

48:30 – Placental abruption

50:00 – Retained placenta and postpartum hemorrhage

53:30 – Birthing the placenta (third stage of labor)

56:00 – Pitocin and hospital management

59:00 – What to do with the placenta after birth

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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Why does modern motherhood feel so hard — even when you’re doing everything “right”?

In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we explore a powerful lens for understanding hormones, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and burnout: humans are animals — and modern life is not designed for our biology.

From nervous system dysregulation and chronic stress to fertility struggles, postpartum depletion, and emotional overwhelm, this conversation reframes modern motherhood as a biological mismatch, not a personal failure.

This episode is for women and mothers who feel like something about modern life, health, and motherhood just isn’t working — and want a deeper, root-cause understanding.

00:00 Introduction: The Human Animal

02:05 Humans as Animals

05:10 Animals in Captivity

09:15 The Continuum Concept

14:05 Biohacking vs Nature

18:20 Hormones, Detox & Toxic Load

22:45 Genetics & Sensitivity

27:10 Evolution or De-Evolution

31:30 The Loss of the Village

36:20 Reciprocity & Support

40:55 Parenting, School & Disconnection

44:35 Sunlight, Sleep & Circadian Rhythm

48:40 Men, Women & Biological Roles

53:10 Food, Nutrient Depletion & Seasonality

57:45 Sensory Overload & The News

1:03:10 Warriors, Nurturers & Purpose

1:08:40 Living Like an Animal Again

1:12:30 Final Thoughts

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• I Am Documentary
• Continuum Concept
• The Red Tent
• Ishmael
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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Our culture and systems have failed many women who want to be mothers, not through malice, but through neglect, misalignment, and outdated priorities.

In this episode, we explore how education, feminism, medicine, and career culture shaped a generation of women who were never truly prepared for motherhood. This is a nuanced, honest conversation about how our culture and systems have failed many women who want to be mothers.

We want to say this clearly up front: this conversation reflects our lived experiences and what we see in our work. It is not meant to invalidate women who had supportive, empowering paths to motherhood, nor does it represent every experience across different socioeconomic or cultural backgrounds.

What we explore here is a pattern. For decades, women were encouraged to prioritize education, career, and productivity, often with little to no preparation for health, fertility, or motherhood. Feminism brought women freedom, opportunity, and choice, and we honor that deeply. But like all cultural movements, there were unintended consequences that many women are only now grappling with.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Why motherhood was treated as an afterthought rather than a life path

• How feminism empowered women — and where systems failed to evolve alongside it

• The lack of reproductive and health education for young women

• How birth control often masked dysfunction instead of addressing root causes

• Why so many women feel blindsided by fertility struggles in their 30s

• The cost of prioritizing weddings, careers, and productivity over preparation for motherhood

• Maternal burnout, postpartum strain, and the lack of systemic support

• What a more integrative, honest, and compassionate approach could look like

This is not about blame. It’s about awareness because we can’t change what we don’t acknowledge. Our hope is that by having these conversations openly, we can support women now and create better systems for future generations. If this episode resonated with you, please consider subscribing, sharing, or leaving a review. These conversations matter.

00:00 — Why We’re Having This Conversation

02:45 — This Isn’t Everyone’s Experience But It’s a Real Pattern

05:30 — Feminism Gave Women Choice... And Then the Pendulum Swung

09:45 — When Motherhood Became an Afterthought

13:20 — Career First, Motherhood “On the Side”

17:40 — The Lie We Were Sold About Fertility & Birth Control

22:10 — Why So Many Women Are Struggling to Conceive in Their 30s

27:15 — “Our Society Is Not Set Up for Women to Become Mothers”

31:00 — We Prepare for College & Sports — But Not Health

34:30 — Imagine a World Where Girls Are Taught About Their Bodies

38:20 — The Cost of Ignoring Motherhood (Burnout, Infertility, Trauma)

42:45 — Weddings, Nurseries & Misplaced Priorities

47:30 — What the Medical System Gets Wrong About Fertility

52:10 — How This Could Change for the Next Generation

56:00 — This Isn’t About Blame, It’s About What’s Broken

59:00 — Final Thoughts, Hope & Why These Conversations Matter

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Join Womanhood Wellness
• Social Studies Docuseries
• The Time Machine Movie

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In this life update episode, we’re sitting down for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what’s really been going on behind the scenes: from pregnancy and health updates to sleep deprivation, motherhood challenges, and big life decisions.

Dr. Morgan shares a deeply personal pregnancy update, including navigating pregnancy while being sick, fertility considerations, and what it feels like to prepare for another baby while holding space for uncertainty. Dr. Leah talks candidly about postpartum sleep struggles, co-sleeping, teething, and the emotional toll of chronic sleep deprivation, alongside the sweetness and perspective that comes with motherhood.

We also dive into the realities of running a business while parenting, navigating children’s health concerns, making hard decisions around fertility and family planning, and learning how to hold both gratitude and exhaustion at the same time.

This episode is a real, grounded conversation for anyone who wants honest motherhood talk — no filters, no pretending, just real life.

00:00 – Welcome & why we love life update episodes

02:15 – Social media, sharing updates, and being more offline

06:30 – Deciding whether to have another baby

12:45 – Pregnancy after health issues & fertility considerations

20:30 – Getting sick in early pregnancy & managing anxiety

27:40 – Progesterone, fertility differences, and early symptoms

33:50 – Finding out the baby’s gender & family reactions

39:45 – Emotional shifts, energy changes, and pregnancy differences

45:30 – Sleep deprivation, teething, and postpartum struggles

52:10 – Children’s health worries, co-sleeping, and mental load

57:00 – Gratitude, perspective, and closing thoughts

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Breastfeeding is often framed as natural, yet so many mothers struggle, feel overwhelmed, or are told their bodies are failing them. In this episode, we break down five major factors that can sabotage breastfeeding and why women are rarely prepared for them.

We explore how birth interventions, IV fluids, epidurals, misinformation, lack of postpartum support, and unrealistic expectations around sleep and feeding can deeply impact milk supply, confidence, and the breastfeeding relationship. We also unpack why phrases like “fed is best” can sometimes shut down honest conversations about the real challenges mothers face.

This conversation is not about shame or blame. It’s about education, context, and holding nuance. Tools like formula, C-sections, and IVF can be life-saving and necessary, but they should not be treated as the first or only option without addressing root causes and the systemic gaps in maternal care.

00:00 Introduction & Why this conversation matters

02:15 How birth influences breastfeeding

07:10 IV fluids, engorgement & supply panic

12:30 Epidurals & interventions

18:45 The worst breastfeeding advice

24:10 Bottles, pacifiers & nipple confusion

30:05 Where “fed is best” falls short

36:40 Systemic gaps in breastfeeding education

43:20 Formula, IVF & C-sections

51:10 Sleep pressure & breastfeeding

58:30 Compassion, context & informed choice

1:03:30 Final reflections

In This Episode, We Cover:

• How birth experiences influence breastfeeding success

• Common breastfeeding myths and harmful advice

• Why supply-and-demand is rarely explained clearly

• How sleep pressure disrupts maternal instincts

• Why breastfeeding struggles are not a personal failure

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Morgan’s Mastitis Manual
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we’re joined by Dr. Leah Gordon to explore why so many women struggle with fertility, even when their labs look “normal.”

We discuss how hormonal birth control, chronic stress, gut health, inflammation, and nervous system dysregulation can quietly block conception and implantation.

Dr. Leah explains why ovulation alone doesn’t always equal fertility, how the body’s stress response impacts reproductive hormones, and what it really means to support the body before pregnancy.

This is a compassionate, root-cause conversation for women navigating unexplained infertility, coming off birth control, or preparing their body for pregnancy, and a reminder that the body isn’t broken, it just needs the right support.

Resources From This Episode:

• Womanhood Wellness Membership: Where functional medicine meets feminine wisdom—guiding you to balance hormones, awaken libido, and prepare for pregnancy with intention. 👉 Join today
• The Birth of the Pill — A deep dive into the origins and long-term implications of hormonal birth control 👉 https://amzn.to/4slrNfw\
• Episode #4 - Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000593847905

In this episode, we cover:

00:00 Coming Off Birth Control & Preconception Overview

02:55 Why Preconception Matters More Than We’re Taught

06:10 What Really Happens When You Stop Hormonal Birth Control

10:55 Why “Wait and See” Isn’t Enough After Birth Control

14:45 How Birth Control Disrupts Hormone Communication

19:05 Post-Pill Hormone Surges & Acne Explained

22:20 Why Your Cycle May Not Return Right Away

25:05 The Hidden Nutrient Depletions From Birth Control

29:45 Birth Control as Symptom Masking (The Fire Alarm Analogy)

34:50 The Key Nutrients Needed for Fertility & Pregnancy

40:20 Why Most Prenatals Aren’t Enough

43:30 Liver Health, Detox & Hormone Clearance

48:35 How Birth Control Impacts the Gut & Microbiome

53:10 Inflammation, Stress & Fertility Challenges

57:40 Nervous System Regulation & Preparing for Pregnancy

01:02:10 Final Thoughts on Healing Before Conception

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What if the hardest part of trying to conceive isn't your body, but the silence around what you're actually feeling?



In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with Dr. Andrea Liner, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in reproductive mental health. She's also an IVF mama who navigated nearly four years of infertility, including misdiagnosis, two egg retrievals, and being told at 32 that she needed an egg donor.

The trying to conceive journey brings up emotions most people don't know how to name, let alone process. Dr. Andrea walks through the mental traps that commonly keep couples stuck, the relationship dynamics that shift under pressure, and what actually helps when nothing is going according to plan.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[02:60] Dr. Andrea's nearly four-year fertility journey

[15:27] The mental toll on high-functioning achievers who can't muscle their way through infertility

[17:44] How fertility struggles permeate every aspect of your daily life and identity

[18:45] The existential questions that surface when you feel like a failure at what matters most

[24:29] When sex becomes a chore rather than a fun activity that cultivates connection and brings new life into the world

[27:13] The worst things people say and how to navigate relationships during infertility

[37:34] First steps for navigating pregnancy loss

[40:55] The shame of struggling in pregnancy when you fought so hard to conceive



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Not every supplement in pregnancy is harmless. Some can actually increase risk for you and your baby.

Pregnancy supplements can be sorted into clear buckets: hard yes, maybe, and hard no. In this episode, you’re going to learn our core essentials, the optional add-ons that depend on your labs and symptoms, and the products that sound helpful online but clash with how a pregnant body actually works. We draw the line on some popular herbs, powders, and nervous system helpers, and for good reason—these decisions are shaped by both research limits and real clinical experience.

If you’re pregnant and staring at a cabinet full of bottles scratching your head, the real challenge isn’t finding more options; it’s knowing which few are worth taking and when. You’ll receive insights on how we think about risk, timing, and dose, when we’ll push harder on something like immune support to avoid medications, and where we’d rather you do nothing than experiment. A small, intentional stack can serve you better than chasing every trending supplement.

[00:00] Introduction

[03:07] The overlooked problem with most prenatals and why ingredient form matters

[04:30] The simple rule that prevents most women from absorbing iron properly

[07:11] The hidden reason pregnant women shouldn’t fear vitamin A

[09:20] How magnesium becomes a multipurpose lifesaver for sleep, cramps, and digestion

[09:55] The real vitamin D levels you should aim for

[17:04] When probiotics actually matter in pregnancy, and when they don’t

[20:16] The surprising list of safe remedies you can use when you get sick while pregnant

[27:05] The trending supplements that truly are safe

[41:03] The herbs you must avoid because they disrupt hormones and fetal development

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• Orthomolecular Vitamin D3 + K2 Drops
• Healthy as a Mother episode on Baby Brain Support in Pregnancy with Dr. Ari Calhoun | Spotify or Apple
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• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons

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What if the real problem isn't salt itself but the way we've stripped it, feared it, and deadened the water we drink it with?

We’re sitting down with Darryl Bosshardt, a salt expert from Redmond, Utah, who grew up inside his family's mineral business. We had a lot of fun recording this episode because he's as intensely nerdy about salt as we are about birth and motherhood.

We question how salt ended up cast as the villain and what that fear has quietly done inside us, especially when studies and headlines ignored context like water and overall diet. We open up the tension between the mineral-rich salt and spring water humans adapted to and the stripped, “dead” versions most people are leaning on today. Instead of handing you another protocol, we stay focused on how it actually feels when you give your body enough of what it runs on and stop fighting its design.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00:00] Introduction

[00:06:09] How ancient civilizations survived and thrived around salt deposits

[00:11:52] The clever way our ancestors found salt and water

[00:17:17] The fascinating science of salt crystal size and why it changes how salty food tastes on your tongue

[00:20:30] The biblical origins of "kosher salt" and why it's called that (it has nothing to do with being blessed)

[00:26:31] The 1954 mouse study that demonized salt

[00:32:17] The shocking truth: consuming less than 2,300mg of sodium resulted in a 430% increase in heart attacks

[00:34:19] The Brewer's Diet approach to preventing preeclampsia with unrestricted salt, protein, and water

[00:40:16] What "dead water" is and why spring water contains the full electrolyte profile our bodies expect

[00:47:32] The bottle experiment that proves RO water is aggressively trying to dissolve everything it touches

[00:52:30] Drinking demineralized water makes your body pull minerals from your jawbone and teeth

[01:03:05] The heavy metals question: understanding parts per billion versus actual micrograms consumed

[01:13:04] How to evaluate ANY product with three simple questions about producer, source, and processing

Resources Mentioned:

Find A Spring | Website

Water & Salt, the Essence of Life by Barbara Hendel and Peter Ferreira | Book

FDA Total Diet Study | Article

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What if the everyday things touching your skin were quietly working against your hormones and fertility?



Are there products lurking in your home, messing with your hormones, fertility, and even your kids? In this episode, you’re going to learn how something as simple as underwear, leggings, lube, or your favorite scent can shift your entire vaginal microbiome, change the pH in that delicate ecosystem, and ripple into things like infections, discharge, odor, and trouble conceiving.

Most of us were raised to assume that if a product is on the shelf, it must be safe, and no one ever sat us down to explain how to spot the things that are the least like nature in our environment. Things like hidden plastics, fragrances, and chemicals might be sneaking into your daily routine, and there are simple swaps that can dramatically lower the load without making you feel like you’re living in a bubble.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[06:50] How the wrong underwear disrupts your vaginal microbiome and fertility

[12:05] What tight, synthetic leggings do to moisture, bacteria, and hormone balance

[17:14] Why most personal lubricants damage sperm, and what to use instead

[21:12] The everyday plastic exposures are silently lowering fertility

[25:20] The hidden hormone disruptors in candles and home fragrances

[28:17] How laundry detergents and dryer sheets flood your body with hormone disruptors

[34:24] Why shower products may be a daily source of toxins you don’t realize

Resources Mentioned:

Auden Underwear | Website

Country Save Laundry Detergent | Amazon

Molly Suds Laundry Detergent | Amazon

Branch Basics Laundry Detergent | Website

Pyrex Food Storage | Website

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Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

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Why do some women who “do everything right” still struggle to get pregnant?

There are five hidden fertility factors most doctors never mention, things like infections you can’t feel but quietly sabotage your chances, how your immune system might be attacking instead of protecting, and what your nervous system has to do with conception.

This episode is not another checklist of supplements or labs. It’s a deeper look at what your body’s really trying to tell you, and how to start listening.

You’ll Learn:



[00:00] Introduction

[02:31] The hidden infections silently impacting fertility and why your doctor might miss them

[08:04] How autoimmunity quietly disrupts conception and what to test for

[10:34] The surprising role of your nervous system in signaling whether it’s safe to get pregnant

[17:57] The feminine energy imbalance that blocks fertility

[20:42] How toxin overload and poor detox pathways create a hidden barrier to conception

[26:05] Where to find deeper support for uncovering your hidden fertility blocks

Resources Mentioned:

Vibrant Wellness – Environmental Toxins Test | Website

For a deeper dive, listen to our past episodes:

22 Detoxing Before Pregnancy | Spotify or Apple

112: Thriving with Hashimoto’s | Spotify or Apple

99: Holistic Approaches to Fertility | Spotify or Apple

97: Mold and Fertility with Dr. Leslie Black | Spotify or Apple

66: How Feminism Has Influenced Our Modern Culture & Hormones | Spotify or Apple

62: Gut Health, the Microbiome, and Fertility | Spotify or Apple

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Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Have you ever pumped milk in an airport bathroom while your boss texted you about a meeting?

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, a naturopathic doctor, past president of the AANP, speaker, author, and mom of five. She’s lived every version of the working-mom juggle, from returning to work at four weeks postpartum to running national organizations while nursing on red-eye flights.

We unpack what “going back to work” really looks like when you’re healing, pumping, leading, and trying not to lose yourself in the process. The sleep deprivation, the daycare colds, the guilt, the wins, and the systems that make it survivable. It’s raw, funny, and painfully real.



You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[04:44] What going back to work at four weeks postpartum really feels like

[09:33] When breastfeeding becomes a mental and physical breaking point

[19:37] The reality of pumping and traveling while balancing leadership roles

[28:34] Simple ways to prep your baby’s immune system for daycare

[42:44] How an au pair can completely change family life and sanity

[48:49] The real cost of help versus trying to do it all alone

[53:41] Creating your village and finding real mom friendships

[58:38] The energetic shift between ambition and motherhood

[1:00:17] Why having it all never means doing it all at once

[1:04:52] What happens when motherhood and work collide

Resources Mentioned:

All supplements can be found through Fullscript (save 15%)

Electric flosser | Amazon

Learn more from Dr. Jaclyn on her website. You can also follow her on LinkedIn.

Explore gentle, science-based cold & flu wellness tips from Dr. Morgan

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Why does weaning sometimes feel like puberty all over again?

What really happens to your body and mind when breastfeeding ends? From mood swings and night sweats to shifts in libido and energy, the postpartum experience doesn’t stop once your baby’s done nursing. Hormones recalibrate, neurotransmitters change, and sometimes it all hits harder than you expect.

In this episode, we get into why some women glide through weaning while others feel like they’ve been knocked sideways, as well as what that “mini puberty” moment actually means for your physiology and emotions. It’s a mix of real talk, biology, and the reassurance you wish you’d heard sooner.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[06:53] Why breastfeeding protects against postpartum depression

[09:00] The surprising physical changes after weaning

[12:55] The truth about when it’s biologically normal to night wean

[15:33] How weaning can feel like puberty and what mood swings really mean

[17:06] Why low progesterone after weaning can lead to early miscarriages

[18:03] What to know about fertility, ovulation, and contraception while weaning

[22:40] How weaning affects your thyroid, adrenals, and overall energy

Resources Mentioned:

Milk Medicine Pregnancy Course | Website

Related Healthy as a Mother Podcast Episodes:

All About Weaning: Philosophy, How To, and Factors to Consider | Spotify or Apple

Breastfeeding and Trying To Conceive | Spotify or Apple

Mastitis and Clogged Ducts: What TO Do and What NOT To Do | Spotify or Apple

Baby-Led Weaning with Thriving Foundations with Dr. Alyssa | Spotify or Apple

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What if the world really was rigged in your favor, even when your fertility journey feels impossible?



In this episode, Dr.Leah sits down with her husband, Mike, to unpack their six-year journey through severe male factor infertility that eventually led them to IVF. Mike shares the raw truths and lessons he wishes every man knew before stepping into this process, from the mindset that kept him grounded to the habits and testing that changed everything.

They get real about the hardest moments, the difference between fighting and surrendering, and the mindset shift that made the impossible feel bearable. It’s not a how-to guide, it’s a story about meaning, surrender, and what it really takes to stay connected through the storm.

Because… sometimes the only way forward is trusting that even this is happening for you.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[04:52] Why viewing life as “rigged in your favor” can shift infertility grief into gratitude

[08:03] The critical balance between fighting for answers and surrendering control

[09:39] Why avoiding testing keeps men stuck in ego instead of empowered

[12:38] How releasing judgment and embracing IVF with excitement changes the experience

[14:28] Everyday toxins that quietly damage testosterone and sperm quality

[20:28] The truth about EMFs and keeping phones in your pockets

[22:32] Which supplements and detox tools actually matter for men’s sperm health

[37:22] The difference between ejaculated and immature sperm can determine IVF success

[43:47] The important lesson their six-year journey revealed about finding meaning in struggle

Resources Mentioned:

Peter Sage Academy | Website

Needed – Men’s Fertility Line | Website

Good Clean Love Lubricants | Website

Coconu – Water-Based or Oil-Based Lubricant | Website

Yes – Organic Lubricant | Website

Find more from Dr. Leah:

Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram

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What if the skills that make breech and twin birth safe have been intentionally erased from modern medicine?

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stuart Fischbein, an OB-GYN and longtime advocate for physiological birth. After nearly three decades in hospitals and over a decade attending home births alongside midwives, he’s become a leading voice in reteaching the lost art of vaginal breech and twin delivery. Together, we dig into how this knowledge disappeared, what replaced it, and why practitioners are no longer taught to trust birth.

Dr. Stuart exposes the ripple effects of fear, policy, and profit that shape today’s obstetric system. We look at the flawed studies that reshaped global practice, the quiet politics behind “standard of care,” and the consequences of replacing skill with surgery. There’s a reason breech birth became a lost language, and a growing movement to relearn it.

You’ll Learn:



[00:00] Introduction

[03:17] Why the medical system stripped doctors of individuality and decision-making power

[12:05] How one flawed study reshaped global birth practices overnight

[19:59] Who qualifies for vaginal breech birth

[31:33] When “hands off the breech” isn’t enough

[36:46] How doctors rationalize ignoring evidence that contradicts hospital policy

[40:52] The hidden conflicts of interest behind vaccine and medication recommendations

[56:36] Why hospitals prioritize liability and revenue over individualized, physiological care

[01:03:41] Rediscovering birth as a human experience

[01:08:25] When medicine loses its humanity

Resources Mentioned:

Fearless Pregnancy by Stuart Fischbein, Victoria Clayton, and Joyce Weckl | Book

Twin Home Birth by Fischbein, S. | Article

Breech Birth At Home by Fischbein, S. and Freeze, R. | Article

“Home Birth” With An Obstetrician by Fischbein, S. | Article

Term Breech Trial (2000) by Hannah, M. et al. | Article

Healthy as a Mother episode #135 on The Truth About Ultrasounds: Risks & Benefits | Apple or Spotify

Birthing Instincts Podcast | Apple or Spotify

Learn more from Dr. Stuart on his website. You can also follow him on Instagram, Facebook, and X.

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Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Ultrasounds can save babies… and harm them.

In this episode, we break down the real risks, the imperfect tech, and the benefits so you can choose with nuance. We don’t take an all-or-nothing stance; We look at where this tool helps and where it doesn’t, and name the common pressure tracks people get swept into.

You’ll hear what makes the first trimester different, why short scans matter, and how an anatomy scan fits. We pull back the curtain on false alarms, anxiety spirals, and the temptation to use a Doppler like a security blanket. Sometimes the smartest move is giving your body what it already needs.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[06:00] Choosing reassurance without overuse

[11:00] Early scans: where caution matters

[16:00] When false results derail a pregnancy

[20:57] IUGR: balancing risk and timing

[26:11] The miscarriage myth gets a reality check

[29:16] What a randomized trial found about child outcomes

[36:58] Choosing acceptance when you feel out of control

[40:36] Why the ‘right’ choice looks different for every Mom

[50:18] What the 20-week anatomy scan is for

[1:11:00] What a late-pregnancy biophysical profile actually checks



Resources Mentioned:

Healthy as a Mother podcast episode on The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone | Apple or Spotify

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Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram

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What if chasing health and beauty ends up making us sick, anxious, and disconnected?

This episode is all about choosing joy instead of fear and questioning the pressure to do everything “right,” from Botox to seed oils. That lens applies to everything, hair dye, kids’ snacks, and even the bread at an Italian restaurant. We need to ask what actually serves our bodies and our stress levels.

The internet is a great resource, but it has created immense confusion around wellness because for every idea you can easily find an opposition with just as much conviction. We explore that same middle ground in fertility, where IVF might make sense for some while natural approaches fit others. Of course, we always bring it home to motherhood and discuss screens, childcare, and the everyday mess of trying to balance it all without losing ourselves in the extremes.

You’ll Learn:

[00:00] Introduction

[06:09] Where the line blurs between natural beauty choices and Botox

[09:08] The hidden costs of breast implants and why “safe” options aren’t risk-free

[10:18] How losing facial expression with Botox may impact kids and human connection

[22:33] Why obsessing over toxins or food rules can harm more than help

[26:11] The mindset shift that transforms health choices from fear to joy

[32:56] Navigating the nuanced spectrum between fertility treatments and natural approaches

[38:57] How to balance being present with your kids while still holding boundaries

[41:25] The real struggles of working motherhood and why guilt shows up on both sides

[51:06] Why extremes create suffering and why most wisdom lives in the middle

Resources Mentioned:

Healthy as a Mother podcast episode on How to Handle Sibling Fights with Ralphie Jacobs | Apple or Spotify or YouTube

Find more from Dr. Leah:

Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram

Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website

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What if the real reason for low milk supply isn’t your body at all?

In this episode, we sit down with Lynnelle King, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and craniosacral therapist. She brings decades of experience, a deep background in lactation and tongue and lip ties, and the perspective of a mother of eight who runs a busy clinic helping women succeed at breastfeeding when nothing else has worked.

We open up the conversation on low milk supply. From true insufficient glandular tissue to tongue ties and structural issues, we get into the realities behind why breastfeeding can feel impossible. This is a grounded, practical look at the different causes and what mothers often miss when they’re told their bodies “just don’t make enough milk.”

[00:00] Introduction

[13:10] Why true insufficient glandular tissue is rare, and what breast changes signal it

[16:40] How using a supplemental nursing system can build more milk-making tissue

[17:10] The reality of grief when supply is low and the role of donor milk

[18:12] How undiagnosed tongue and lip ties quietly reduce supply

[37:41] Why toxic exposures in utero can affect breast development

[38:50] Why implants and reductions affect milk supply in completely different ways

[56:40] What happens to milk supply when you get pregnant again

[1:05:05] The link between stress hormones, oxytocin, and the let-down reflex

Resources From This Episode:

• Healthy as a Mother podcast episode onA Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties | Apple or Spotify
• Mastitis Manual by Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website
• Immune Wellness class with Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website
• SNS Tube | Amazon
• Breath by James Nestor | Book or Audiobook
• Nipple Shield | Amazon
• Ninni Co-Pacifier | Website Use Code MORGM10 for 10% off
• Learn more from Lynnelle on her website. You can also follow her on Instagram.

Find more from Dr. Leah:

Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram

Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website

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What if the same hormone responsible for breastfeeding is also suppressing ovulation, lowering libido, and impacting your mood?

In this episode, we break down prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that plays a critical role in fertility, reproductive health, and dopamine regulation.

While prolactin is essential for breastfeeding, elevated levels outside of pregnancy and postpartum can disrupt ovulation, reduce sexual desire, and interfere with overall hormone balance.

We explore the most common causes of high prolactin, including chronic stress, poor sleep, over-exercising, and certain medications. You’ll also learn how prolactin interacts with dopamine and why this connection matters for both fertility and mood.

Finally, we walk through natural ways to support healthy prolactin levels, including key nutrients like vitamin B6 and magnesium, along with simple lifestyle shifts that can help restore hormonal balance.

If you’re struggling with irregular cycles, low libido, or unexplained fertility challenges, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

[00:00] Introduction

[03:52] The surprising role prolactin plays in fertility, libido, and postpartum health

[06:29] The push-pull between prolactin and dopamine that impacts desire and motivation

[10:08] Why ADHD symptoms often worsen postpartum when prolactin rises

[12:33] How high prolactin can block ovulation, your body’s natural “birth control”

[14:04] How elevated prolactin shortens luteal phases and lowers progesterone

[15:30] Hidden triggers of prolactin imbalance

[23:44] The critical lab-testing tip that prevents false high prolactin results

[26:09] How nutrient deficiencies and marijuana use can silently drive prolactin higher

[28:09] Symptoms that reveal a prolactin problem

[35:38] Prolactin’s purposeful role in suppressing sex drive during breastfeeding

[38:17] How modern lifestyle stressors mimic postpartum and confuse prolactin levels

[55:20] Natural supports that bring prolactin back in balance

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership

Find more from Dr. Leah:

Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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What if sibling rivalry isn’t something to fix, but something kids actually need?

In this episode, we sit down with Ralphie Jacobs, founder of Simply On Purpose. She’s a mom of four, holds a degree in early childhood education, and has spent years turning her curiosity about child development into practical parenting wisdom.

We get into the messy reality of siblings fighting and why it’s not only unavoidable but also essential for growth. Ralphie shares how to know when to step in, when to step back, and how to shift the way we see conflict so it doesn’t push our kids apart but helps them build stronger bonds.

You’ll Learn:

• The reason sibling rivalry shows up in every multi-child home
• What happens when parents label normal behavior as a fixed character trait
• The link between sibling conflict and stronger skills in communication, negotiation, and resilience
• The damage of comparing kids and creating competition inside the family
• Why it often backfires when parents insert adult meaning into childhood struggles
• Why most kids’ misbehavior is inconsequential and how shifting perspective changes everything
• The simple shift from making things “fair” to meeting each child’s individual needs
• How one-on-one time with older kids lowers rivalry and strengthens bonds
• The stop–redirect–reinforce approach for handling physical conflict safely
• Why focusing on the good reduces 80% of junk behavior without constant correction

Timestamps:

[00:00]Introduction

[04:25] Why sibling rivalry can be healthy and how parents can respond wisely

[09:51] How labeling children shapes their identity and how parents can guide with compassion

[17:32] Fostering sibling connection by avoiding comparisons and focusing on individual needs

[25:36] Why one-on-one time with older children reduces sibling rivalry and builds security

[32:12] When to step into sibling arguments and when to let kids work it out

[42:10] Why parents should avoid negative labels and focus on guiding developmental behavior

[44:00] Creating a calm home by focusing on what really matters in parenting

Join Ralphie for a LIVE webinar and learn scientifically proven strategies to decrease fighting in your home, Sibling Rivalry: What Helps and What Doesn't

Learn more from Ralphie on the Simply On Purpose website. You can also follow her on Instagram.

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What if acceptance is the most radical act of motherhood?

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Aviva Romm, a Yale-trained MD, herbalist, and midwife who has been practicing for over 40 years. She’s a bestselling author of several books, a mom of four, and a grandmother who even got to midwife two of her own grandbabies at home.

We talk about the tension between hopes and acceptance on the journey through fertility, pregnancy, and motherhood. The conversation moves through the stories we tell ourselves, the weight of expectations, and what it looks like to find resilience and grace when things unfold differently than planned.

You’ll Learn:

• Why suffering often comes from the gap between expectations and reality in motherhood
• What happens when fertility, birth, or parenting doesn’t follow the story you imagined
• The link between perfectionism, self-judgment, and how women process fertility or birth outcomes
• Why you need to stop “should-ing” yourself to cultivate more resilience
• How external judgment in wellness or parenting circles can intensify shame and isolation
• The wisdom behind seeing every baby as having their own story and gift
• Why self-compassion and trusting your body matter the most when plans change
• How support systems, partners, community, or trusted providers shape the journey
• The power of surrender and acceptance as lifelong practices for mothers

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[09:02] Balancing motherhood, creative work, and the importance of support systems

[11:11] Shifting perspectives on motherhood, sacrifice, and the pressure to do it all

[15:33] Letting go of expectations and finding acceptance in fertility and motherhood

[30:20] Judgment in wellness culture and evolving personal stories in motherhood

[55:56] Lessons in releasing guilt and honoring self-development in motherhood

Resources Mentioned:

Womanhood Wellness | Website

American Herbalists Guild | Website

The Mama Pathway | Website

Books by Dr. Aviva Romm | Website

Learn more from Dr. Aviva:

Dr. Aviva Romm | Website

Dr. Aviva Romm | Facebook

Dr. Aviva Romm | Instagram

Dr. Aviva Romm | LinkedIn

Dr. Aviva Romm | X

Dr. Aviva Romm | YouTube

On Health For Women Podcast | Apple or Spotify

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Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

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What does it really take to have a good birth in a hospital?

In this episode, we're joined by Care Messer, Founder of the Birth Education Center in San Diego. She’s a certified hypnobirthing instructor, a DONA-certified doula, and a childbirth educator who also trains doulas. Care teaches engaging, partner-friendly online classes that have helped many families prepare for birth with more clarity and confidence.

We get into what it means to prepare early, why most women don’t realize how much choice they actually have, and what it looks like to create a safe, grounded birth experience inside a hospital system. From power dynamics with providers to the small, practical things that shift your sense of safety, this conversation breaks down what women and their partners need to know before walking through those hospital doors.

You’ll Learn:

• Why choosing the right hospital and provider early changes everything
• What it feels like to enter a system where you’re treated as room number instead of a person giving birth
• Why staying home longer in early labor can dramatically shift your hospital experience
• The surprising link between hospital C-section rates and NICU levels
• How eye masks, dim lights, and warm blankets keep your body in labor mode
• When partners step into the role of protector and advocate in the birth room
• The quiet damage of being a passive participant versus owning your birth decisions
• Why hospital classes often train you to be a “good patient” instead of giving you real options
• How listening to birth stories helps you recognize and avoid common intervention cascades

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[03:00] How preparation and safety shape the hospital birth experience

[09:22] Rethinking what safety really means in birth

[13:01] Choosing the right hospital, provider, and birth team

[20:20] The partner’s role in protecting space and shifting power dynamics

[36:37] Practical ways to protect labor hormones in a hospital birth

[50:15] Arming with education and optimizing the hospital environment for labor

Resources Mentioned:

Episode 65: All About VBAC pt.1: Perspectives from an OB, Midwife, and Doula with Care Messer | Spotify or Apple

Birth Education Center | Website

Bucky Eye Mask | Amazon

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. | Book or Audiobook

Men, Love & Birth by Mark Harris | Book or Audiobook

Labor Like A Goddess by Alexandria Moran and Lauren Mahana | Book

Birth Psychology | Website

Dr. Morgan’s First Birth | Video

Learn more about the Birth Education Care by visiting their website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page.

Follow Care on Instagram, LinkedIn and listen to her Podcast on Apple or Spotify.

Find more from Dr. Leah:

Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram

Dr. Leah Gordon | Website

Womanhood Wellness | Website

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Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram

Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website

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Did you know that you have bacteria in your uterus? And that the types of bacteria there may impact whether you get pregnant or not. We talk all about this and many other things we are discovering are impacting fertility with our guest, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton. She is a fellow naturopathic doctor who has focused much of her career on fertility, and we can't wait to share this informative episode with you.

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Nausea in pregnancy, or "morning sickness," is a multifactorial issue that we CAN usually affect in a positive way - and today we outline the top contributing factors to what is unlovingly known as "morning sickness." We discuss how, for most women, there is not one single reason that they feel nauseous during their pregnancy - and usually there are multiple pieces that all contribute a different amount to the overall experience - and what's tough is that for each person, this will be individual. The best approach then, is to ensure that all of the factors to talk about today - blood sugar, hydration, histamine, sleep, and more - are in your awareness so you can work on them the best you can. Big hugs if you're in the weeds with this, we really feel you.

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Dr. Morgan and Dr. Nathan Riley have an open, and most importantly, nuanced conversation about abortion. Dr. Riley is an OBGYN and is dual board-certified in hospice and palliative care, so he offers an interesting perspective of expertise in both the beginning AND the end of life. Our goal in this episode is not to take sides, but to explore the shades of gray in a topic that is often painted in black and white. This conversation may not be for everyone - and that’s okay. It isn’t a perfect discussion, but we hope you’ll find something in it that resonates, challenges, or simply helps you understand the realities others face - realities you may never have had to think about, which in itself can be a kind of privilege. We truly believe that most people likely fall in this middle ground space, if only we could share the perspective from both sides. Conversations like this aren’t easy, but keeping them open and honest is the only way things can change. So we invite you to listen with an open mind and an open heart.

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It's time for our life update episode again! It's almost the end of summer and Dr. Morgan shares about an unexpected diagnosis and her new extensive health journey, her decision on having another baby, and her philosophy around choice. Dr. Leah talks extensively about her son's sleep journey and breaks down why we decided to gently sleep train and why co-sleeping wasn't working for us, as well as her choice around working less and momming more. This is a great episode with a lot of juicy controversial opinions we can't wait to share with you!

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In today's episode, we discuss the hormone mistake you want to avoid before pregnancy. We explain what hormones are, what imbalances may look like, how to test them, what some ideal ranges of key hormones are, and what you can do to balance them. Whether you are years away from trying, currently trying to conceive, or even heading into perimenopause, this episode applies to you.

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If you find yourself pregnant with twins, you've landed in the right spot. Today on the podcast, Dr. Morgan interviews Allegra Gast of Aloha Nutrition, all about her tips and tricks as a mother of four, the youngest two being 1-year-old twin boys. Allegra starts us out by discussing how she had her healthiest pregnancy, easiest birth, and postpartum recovery with the twins - largely due to proper nutrition. She then takes us into the survival mode of newborn days and manages it all with the older children. We then discuss feeding, sleeping, getting out of the house, the systems she has in place, and many other topics. She shares great resources and some heartfelt stories.

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• Allegra's Instagram and Website
• Other Twin Instagram account to follow: @twinmomguide
• Great book for twin moms: The Holistic Guide to Twin Pregnancy by BreAnn Blehm

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In this episode, Dr Leah talks with Ryan and Julie, the co-founders of Needed. They dive into something often seen in practice: nutrient depletion. Why so many women are starting motherhood already depleted—and how that affects everything from fertility to postpartum recovery and long-term health. Ryan and Julie aren’t your average supplement founders. They built Needed alongside a community of practitioners like Dr. Leah, who were asking for better solutions—not just what looks good on a label, but what actually supports women’s bodies. They discuss how they met Dr. Leah, why Dr. Leah chose to partner with them, and how they've created products and education that reflect what women truly need. If you’ve ever wondered whether your prenatal is enough, or felt dismissed by one-size-fits-all advice—this one’s for you. We start at the beginning, with how Ryan and Julie got into this work and why they knew something major was missing in women’s health, and end with the amazing nutritional study they have done and what it has been like having babies and raising families while also growing this amazing company.

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• Needed Academy
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Being pregnant and giving birth with Type 1 Diabetes takes specific intention, energy, and management of health. In this episode, Dr. Morgan has Dr. Gina Cummins on to tell us how she managed her blood sugar throughout her two pregnancies and homebirths. They discuss how the conventional route of prenatal care and birth for women with Type 1 is different for those that don't have it - including the risk factors and reasoning for why it is this way, and then Dr. Gina goes on to explain how she advocated for herself to walk an alternative path outside the system. She found a supportive midwife and had both babies at home, and as she shares her birth stories, you'll see that she weaves in how she was actively managing her insulin in between contractions. Blood sugar management is a full-time job, and we hope you find this episode as educational as it is impressive.

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When Dr. Morgan's fourth baby was just a few weeks old and started making a sometimes grunty sometimes squeaky noise with each inhale - She didn't know what to think, and she certainly didn't expect the diagnosis her baby would ultimately get. Laryngomalacia is a term that we all became intimately familiar with, and it basically translates to soft or floppy vocal cords. In this episode, Dr. Morgan takes you through all of the information you need to know about laryngomalacia, from the physiology to the symptoms to the levels of severity, and then treatment. She details everything that she can remember from that time and how it affected her daughter's sleeping, feeding, and thus weight gain - significantly. If you're listening to this episode, it might be because you're going through it - and for that, Dr. Morgan gives a big hug.

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• Ninni pacifier for breastfed babies, use code MORGM10 to save 10%
• Free to Feed website for food reactivity in babies
• Healthy as a Mother podcast: #43: Dr. Morgan's Postpartum: On Sleeping and Resting
• Healthy as a Mother podcast: #46: Dr. Morgan's Postpartum: On Breastfeeding and Nutrition
• Healthy as a Mother Podcast: #57: Pregnancy Nausea + Postpartum Fog: An Update From the Doctors
• Healthy as a Mother Podcast: #34: The First 10 Days Postpartum: Top 5 Tips to Thrive
• Healthy as a Mother Podcast: #07: Postpartum Healing: No More Mothers Left in the Dust

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How do we raise kids so they don't need therapy? Today, Dr. Leah interviews Sadie Ackerman of Finding Home Healing, all about how we heal our own trauma by working with the various parts of ourselves. This is the amazing work that we need, whether we want to conceive, become better parents, or feel better in our lives no matter what season we are in. This is the kind of work that has made all the difference for Dr. Leah along her own healing, fertility, and motherhood journey. Toward the end, Sadie walks us through a specific example about Dr. Leah's daughter, where she taught her how to show up differently so her daughter could potentially have a different experience leading to less dysregulation, and she's so grateful.

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• Check out Sadie's website!
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• Check out Sadie's podcast: Finding Home Healing

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Have you ever wondered how preeclampsia is handled by midwives? Or how you can prevent it from occurring in the first place? Today on the podcast, Dr. Morgan interviews Tiffany Alblinger, a homebirth midwife with Beautiful One Midwifery in San Diego, and we talk all about preeclampsia through a midwifery model of care lens. We discuss the basic things, like what it is, what the symptoms are, and how you might come to be diagnosed - but then we also talk about prevention from a holistic point of view - and what can be done if you'd had preeclampsia in a previous pregnancy and don't want to get it again. Tiffany explains how she uses a functional medicine approach to looking at a woman's whole diet and lifestyle to work at optimizing birth outcomes from before they even become pregnant, and then what she does to support them if the body is showing signs of tracking toward preeclampsia. It's a fascinating conversation, so let's jump in!

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• Check out Tiffany's website!
• Follow Beautiful One Midwifery on Instagram!
• Check out the Beautiful One Midwifery Community Membership

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What does it really mean if you are not getting your period?

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with her dear friend and colleague, Dr. Elly Michelle, to dive deep into hypothalamic amenorrhea, a condition where the body stops ovulating and menstruating due to stress, undernourishment, or imbalance.

We unpack the root causes of missing periods and explore the delicate balance between exercise, movement, and proper nourishment. You will learn how overtraining, undereating, and chronic stress can signal to the body that it is not safe to reproduce, ultimately impacting your hormones and fertility.

Dr. Elly shares her personal story of navigating disordered eating and the path to healing, offering both hope and practical insight for anyone struggling with similar challenges. We also discuss how reconnecting with your feminine side, slowing down, and supporting your body can play a powerful role in restoring your cycle.

Whether your goal is to regulate your hormones, recover your period, or prepare your body for pregnancy, this episode provides both education and encouragement. Healing is possible, and your body is capable of finding balance again with the right support.

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Pregnancy loss is far more common than most people realize — affecting 1 in 4 pregnancies — yet so many women are left without real answers.

In this episode, we break down the 8 most common root causes of pregnancy loss, from hormonal imbalances and nutrient deficiencies to inflammation, egg and sperm quality, and more. This conversation goes beyond surface-level explanations to help you understand why loss can happen — and what may be overlooked in conventional care.

If you’ve experienced a pregnancy loss, are trying to conceive, or want to reduce your risk moving forward, this episode will give you a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of what’s happening in your body — and what you can do to support a healthy pregnancy.

Think of this as a masterclass in pregnancy loss — designed to empower you with both knowledge and next steps.

Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #31: The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone
• Episode #70: PCOS, Mold and Avoiding IVF
• Episode #113: Breastfeeding and Trying To Conceive
• Dr Leah's Free Lab Ranges guide
• Dr. Leah's Pregnancy Loss Guide
• Womanhood Wellness Labs
• Womanhood Wellness Membership Waitlist
• Book: Is Your Body Baby-Friendly?
• Sperm test: Legacy
• Golden Genetics - Natalie for Genetic Counseling

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Motherhood can be a deeply transformative experience — but for women with a history of sexual or reproductive trauma, it can also bring up unexpected and overwhelming triggers.

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with perinatal mental health therapist Beth Warren to explore how past trauma can resurface during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. From subtle emotional responses to more obvious triggers, they unpack why this happens and how it can impact a woman’s experience of motherhood.

More importantly, this conversation offers a path forward. You’ll learn how to recognize trauma responses, advocate for your needs, and build a truly trauma-informed support team — so you can move through pregnancy and postpartum feeling safer, more supported, and more in control.

This is an important and often unspoken conversation — one that brings awareness, validation, and tools for healing.

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What does it actually mean to live in your truth — and why is it so hard to access?

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with poet, author, and coach Janne Robinson for a deeply personal conversation about truth — how we lose it, how we find it, and what it costs to live in alignment with it.

Janne shares her own journey of coming back to herself, and how that path led her to help others reconnect with their truth in a world that often pulls us away from it. Together, they explore the courage it takes to be honest with yourself, the layers that keep us disconnected, and what becomes possible when you start listening inward again.

This is an intimate, reflective conversation — one that invites you to slow down, get honest, and reconnect with what’s real for you.

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Trying to get pregnant while still breastfeeding can feel confusing — and often frustrating.

In this episode, we break down what’s actually happening in your body when you’re nursing and trying to conceive at the same time. From hormonal shifts to metabolic demands, breastfeeding creates a very different physiological environment than a typical fertile cycle — and understanding that difference is key.

We walk through how lactation impacts ovulation, what might be delaying your return to fertility, and what you can do to support your body if you’re hoping to grow your family while still nursing.

If you’ve been wondering why it’s taking longer to conceive while breastfeeding — or what you can do to improve your chances — this episode will give you a clear, grounded path forward.

Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #31: The Power of Progesterone
• Episode #53: Miscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma

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If you’ve been dealing with symptoms like fatigue, hormone imbalances, or feeling “off” in your body — especially alongside Hashimoto’s or other autoimmune conditions — this episode is for you.

Today, Dr. Leah sits down with Alison Marras to explore a different approach to healing — one that doesn’t rely on extreme restriction, but instead focuses on nourishing the body, healing the gut, and regulating the nervous system.

Alison shares her personal journey with Hashimoto’s and autoimmunity, and how shifting her approach to food, stress, and healing transformed not just her symptoms, but her overall quality of life.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or simply wanting to feel better in your body, this conversation offers a grounded, sustainable path to healing — without burnout or rigidity.

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If you’re dealing with a colicky baby or worried you might be, this episode is here to help you understand what could actually be going on.

Dr. Morgan sits down with pediatric naturopathic doctor Dr. Elana Roumell to break down the top 5 root causes of infant colic and what you can do about them. Instead of viewing colic as something random or untreatable, this conversation explores the underlying factors that may be contributing to excessive crying, from nervous system regulation to digestive issues and beyond.

You’ll learn how to think about colic from a root-cause perspective, what signs to look for, and practical ways to support your baby so both of you can get some relief.

If you’re in the thick of it, you’re not alone and this episode will give you a clearer path forward.

Resources From This Episode:

• Follow Dr. Elana on Instagram @drelanaroumell
• Listen to Dr. Elana's podcast: The Doctor Mom Podcast
• Visit Dr. Elana's Website
• Get 50% off Dr. Elana's Membership: use code HEALTHYMOTHER
• Holle Infant Goat Formula
• Biogaia protectis for L. Rheuter

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We’re back with Season 8 of Healthy As A Mother — and we’re kicking things off with a real, unfiltered look at life right now.

In this episode, Dr. Leah shares what postpartum has actually been like nearly five months in with baby number two — from navigating the emotional and physical recovery to balancing work, motherhood, and everything in between. It’s honest, messy, and probably more relatable than most people admit out loud.

Dr. Morgan opens up about the ripple effects of her husband’s new job — how it’s shifted their family dynamic, childcare rhythms, and the day-to-day reality of managing kids, schedules, and the constant juggle of modern motherhood.

This is one of those conversations that reminds you you’re not alone — whether you’re in postpartum, raising multiple kids, or just trying to hold it all together.

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Vaccines are one of the most talked-about — and often polarizing — topics in modern medicine. But what happens when we step outside of black-and-white thinking and make space for a more nuanced conversation?

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with integrative pediatrician Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh to explore the growing conversation around vaccines, parental decision-making, and the challenges of navigating this topic in today’s medical landscape.

They discuss the factors contributing to declining vaccination rates, what’s driving vaccine hesitancy among parents, and the gaps many feel exist in long-term safety data and individualized care. From alternative schedules to vitamin K and beyond, this conversation aims to open up dialogue — not shut it down.

This is not about telling you what to think — it’s about helping you think more deeply, ask better questions, and feel more empowered in your role as a parent.

Resources From This Episode:

• Pre-Order Dr. Joel Gator's New Book: Between A Shot and A Hard Place
• Dr. Joel Gator's Parenting Masterclass Platform: Raising Amazing
• Follow Dr. Joel Gator on Instagram: @drjoelgator
• Follow Dr. Joel Gator on X: @drjoelgator
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #52: Vaccines From A Neurodevelopment Perspective with Dr. Ari Calhoun

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Ectopic pregnancy is something many women don’t fully understand — until they’re faced with it.

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with Sophia Pavia, The TTC Nutritionist, to share her deeply personal and recent experience with a ruptured ectopic pregnancy — a life-threatening condition that often comes as a complete shock.

Sophia walks us through the early signs, the unexpected diagnosis, what she went through physically and emotionally, and what she wishes more women knew. They also discuss potential contributing factors, what to watch for if something feels off, and how to advocate for yourself in moments that matter most.

If you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or simply want to be more informed about your body, this is an important and eye-opening conversation — one that could help you recognize the signs and take action sooner.

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of pregnancy loss.

Resources From This Episode:

• Sophia's podcast: Food, Freedom and Fertility
• Sophia's Website
• Follow Sophia on Instagram: @ttc.nutritionist
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #81: Your Cycle: Using the Fifth Vital Sign as Birth Control with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack

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What does life actually look like with nine kids — and how do you make it work?

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with Arianna Alloway (“Oh That Hippie Mom”) to explore the realities of building a big family — from the emotional and spiritual decisions behind having more children, to the very real logistics of making daily life function.

Arianna shares her experience navigating everything from “spirit babies” and family planning decisions to vasectomy reversal, postpartum mental health, and handling judgment from others. They also dive into the practical side of life with many kids — managing schedules, sleep, space, sibling dynamics, and the systems that keep it all running.

This is a raw, fascinating, and deeply human conversation about motherhood at scale — and the intentional choices behind creating a life that looks different from the norm.

Resources From This Episode:

• Follow Arianna on Instagram: @oh_thathippiemomwlotsofkids
• Spirit Babies by Walter Mackichen Book
• Arianna's Podcast The Hum of Home: Spirit Baby Connection and Communication Episode
• Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth Book
• Hannah’s Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth with Catherine Pakaluk Podcast Episode

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Motherhood is often painted as something purely joyful — but the reality is far more complex.

In this episode, we get honest about the real process of becoming a mother — the identity shift, the discomfort, the unraveling, and the transformation that can happen when we’re actually supported through it.

Using two powerful frameworks to guide the conversation, we explore why the pain, challenge, and emotional intensity of motherhood aren’t signs that something is wrong — but often signs that something meaningful is happening. And how, without proper support, expectations, and cultural acknowledgment, that transformation can feel confusing, isolating, or even lost altogether.

This is a deeper conversation about what motherhood asks of us — and what it could become if we allowed space for the full experience.

Resources From This Episode:

• Watch the I Am Documentary here
• Check out @clairefagin on Instagram
• See @Lbreggy's post about postpartum

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What if the way we approach birth and motherhood today is missing something essential?

In this episode, we sit down with Carson Meyer — doula, nutritional consultant, founder of C & The Moon, and author of Growing Together — to explore a more grounded, intuitive, and holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood.

Together, we unpack the tension between modern motherhood and our more ancestral ways of living — and what it looks like to blend the two. From reclaiming birth as a meaningful, transformative experience, to cultivating maternal intuition and questioning current systems of care, this conversation invites you to think differently about what support, health, and motherhood can truly look like.

This is a reflective, perspective-shifting episode for any woman navigating pregnancy, birth, or the early stages of motherhood — and wondering if there’s another way.

Resources From This Episode:

• Carson's new book: Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood
• Carson's brand: C & The Moon
• Check out Carson's website: www.carson-meyer.com
• Follow Carson on Instagram: @ccmeyer
• The Continuum Concept: In Search Of Happiness Lost book

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If you’re going through IVF or considering egg freezing, one of the most important — and often overlooked — factors is egg quality.

In this episode, we break down how to optimize egg quality before and during IVF, using both science-backed strategies and holistic approaches that go beyond conventional fertility care. From nutrition and lifestyle to key underlying factors that impact egg health, we cover what actually makes a difference when it comes to improving embryo quality and pregnancy outcomes.

Whether you’re preparing for a retrieval, currently in the process, or trying to conceive naturally, this episode will help you understand how to better support your body during this critical window — so you can improve your chances of success.

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula
• Dr. Leah's Optimize IVF mini-course

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Bleeding in early pregnancy can be one of the most alarming experiences — and it’s often unclear what’s normal and what isn’t.

In this episode, we break down the most common causes of first trimester bleeding, helping you understand the difference between what may be benign and what could require immediate attention. From implantation bleeding and subchorionic hemorrhages to ectopic pregnancy, low progesterone, and early pregnancy loss, we walk through what each scenario can look like and what it might mean for you and your baby.

If you’re currently experiencing bleeding — or want to be prepared with clear, grounded information — this episode will help you better understand what’s happening in your body and when to seek support.

Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #31 - The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone
• Episode #53 - Miscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma
• Episode #100 - Ok You're Pregnant - Now What?!

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If you are looking for a practical and partner-led approach to sleep training, this episode walks you through exactly what has worked for our family.

Dr. Morgan and her husband Wes share how they have night weaned all of their babies and helped them sleep through the night using a simple and repeatable method. This is not an overly complicated system, but one that focuses on consistency, preparation, and teamwork between partners.

They cover how to know when your baby is ready for sleep training, including situations where it may be better to wait. You will also learn how to prepare both yourself and your child for the transition, what to expect during the adjustment period, and how to handle common challenges along the way.

Wes breaks down exactly what he does during the process, while Dr. Morgan shares how she manages milk supply and feeding considerations. This episode also includes real-life examples and lessons learned from using this method across multiple children.

If you are trying to night wean or help your baby sleep through the night in a way that feels manageable and supportive, this episode will give you a clear starting point.

Resources From This Episode:

• The Wonder Weeks App
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #63: Role Changes and Expectations within Fatherhood with Wes MacDermott
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #92: Homebirth & Postpartum For Partners with Wes MacDermott

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In this special episode, we explore manifestation, spirituality, and the deeper beliefs that can shape your fertility journey, relationships, and life.

Dr. Leah sits down with Brooke Carver to talk about manifesting partners, calling in your future children, and the role of intuition, spirit guides, and energy work along the path. They share personal stories from Dr. Leah’s infertility journey and how these practices helped her reconnect with hope, trust, and possibility.

This conversation dives into topics like mediums, spirit babies, and manifestation techniques, while also offering a grounded perspective on how to apply these ideas in your own life. Whether you are trying to conceive, navigating uncertainty, or simply feeling called to something more, this episode invites you to explore what becomes possible when you align with your desires and trust your inner knowing.

If you are curious about manifestation, spiritual healing, or how mindset and belief can influence your path, this episode will open up a new way of thinking.

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• Connect With Our Guest:
• Instagram: @loveherwildpodcast
• TikTok: @mrshappilyeverafter
• Podcast: Love Her Wild

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You just found out you’re pregnant. Now what?

In this episode, we walk you through what to do first when you find out you are pregnant, so you can feel more confident and prepared from the very beginning. Whether you just saw a positive test or are hoping to conceive soon, this episode covers the most important early pregnancy steps.

We explain how to calculate your due date based on ovulation, what to start doing right away to support a healthy pregnancy, and what habits or exposures you may want to avoid. We also share our favorite supplement recommendations, guidance on nutrition without unnecessary stress, and how to approach food choices with flexibility.

You will also learn how to choose the right birth provider for your values and goals, along with other key decisions that can shape your pregnancy experience.

If you are in early pregnancy or preparing for it, this episode will give you a clear and grounded starting point.

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Course
• EBB Article: Due Dates
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #13: Baby Brain Support in Pregnancy with Dr Ari Calhoun

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If you have been trying to conceive and feel like something is missing from the conventional approach, this episode will give you a different perspective.

Dr. Leah sits down with fertility coach Sonia Ribas to break down what holistic fertility actually means and why it can make a difference in your journey. They explore the key factors that often get overlooked, from lifestyle and nutrition to emotional and relational health.

Sonia shares what has helped her clients succeed, how she supports both women and men in the fertility process, and where the traditional fertility system can fall short. This conversation offers a more complete view of fertility by looking at the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.

If you are trying to conceive and looking for a more comprehensive and supportive approach, this episode will help you understand what to focus on next.

Resources From This Episode:

• Sonia's Website
• Sonia on Instagram
• Sonia's Free Masterclass
• Sonia's Coaching Programs
• Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula program
• Loving What Is Book
• Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself Book

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Parenting rarely goes according to plan, and learning how to adapt may be one of the most important skills you develop as a mother.

In this episode, we talk about what it really means to pivot in motherhood. From sleep habits and pacifiers to screen time and daily routines, we explore why changing your approach is not a failure, but a necessary part of raising children.

We break down the mindset shift from trying to control every outcome to accepting what is happening in real time with your child, your circumstances, and your capacity. This includes navigating the small disappointments and unmet expectations that come up along the way, and building the mental resilience to move through them.

This conversation is not just about parenting. It is about learning how to adjust, let go of rigid expectations, and reduce unnecessary suffering by meeting life as it is.

If you have ever felt stuck between what you thought things would look like and what reality actually is, this episode will help you reframe and move forward with more ease.

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Mold exposure is an often overlooked factor that can significantly impact fertility in both women and men.

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with Dr. Leslie Black to break down how toxic mold can affect your ability to conceive and what you can do about it. They explain what mold toxicity is, where it is commonly found, and how it can disrupt hormones, immune function, and overall reproductive health.

You will learn how to recognize possible signs of mold exposure, the most effective ways to test for it, and the steps you can take to begin detoxing and supporting your body.

If you have been trying to conceive without answers or suspect something environmental may be affecting your health, this episode will help you understand whether mold could be a missing piece.

Resources From This Episode:

• “Moldy Movie" Documentary
• Dr. Jill Crista’s website and book "Break the Mold"
• Dr. Neil Nathan’s book "Toxic"
• Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker’s books Mold Illness and Surviving Mold and website
• Create Your Health Home
• Mold Masterclass
• National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA)
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• Instagram: @drleslieblack
• Website: www.drleslieblack.com

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Chronic stress can have a major impact on your hormones, fertility, and libido, often in ways that are overlooked.

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with Lucy Libido to break down how cortisol, your main stress hormone, affects key reproductive hormones like progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, and DHEA. They explain how ongoing stress can shift your body’s priorities, pulling resources away from hormone production and creating imbalances that affect both fertility and sexual health.

You will learn how to recognize the signs of cortisol imbalance, how stress may be impacting your cycle or libido, and what you can do to support your body naturally.

Whether you are trying to conceive, dealing with hormone imbalances, or struggling with low libido, this episode will help you understand the connection between stress and your hormones and what steps you can take to rebalance.

Resources From This Episode:

• Lucy's Books:
• LUCY LIBIDO SAYS... THERE'S AN OIL FOR THAT
• BETSY BOSOM'S BABY BOOK
• Lucy's Healthy Hormone Hub Membership
• Lucy's Oil Bundles
• Lucy Libido on Instagram

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Exercise during pregnancy can support your health, your baby’s development, and even your birth and postpartum recovery. The question is what should you actually be doing and what should you avoid?

In this episode, Dr. Morgan is joined by Gina Conley of MamasteFit to break down how to approach prenatal fitness safely and effectively. They cover the benefits of exercising during pregnancy, how much movement you should aim for, and how to gauge the right level of intensity.

You will also learn how to adapt workouts if you are already active or lifting weights, which exercises best support pelvic health and birth preparation, and which common fears or myths about prenatal exercise are not actually supported by evidence.

Whether you are new to exercise or want to continue training throughout pregnancy, this episode will help you move forward with confidence and clarity.

Resources From This Episode:

• Mamastefit.com
• Mamastefit Instagram
• Book: Training for Two by Gina Conley
• Mamastefit Prenatal Fitness Programs
• Free Birth Prep Circuit

Other Episodes Mentioned In This Episode:

• Healthy as a Mother Episode #26: All Things Pelvic Floor with Dr. Lauren Mallari-Snyder, DPT

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Planning a home birth and thinking about having your older children present? This episode will help you prepare them in a way that feels calm, safe, and supportive for everyone involved.

We walk through how to talk to your children about birth in an age-appropriate way, including what language to use, what they can expect to see and hear, and how to normalize the experience ahead of time. You will learn how to practice and model what labor may look like so your child is not surprised or overwhelmed in the moment.

We also share helpful resources such as books and videos, along with tips for gradually introducing the concept of birth so your child can build familiarity and confidence. In addition, we cover important considerations like age differences, emotional readiness, and having a solid backup plan in case plans need to change.

If you are planning a home birth with older children present, this episode will help you create a more prepared and positive experience for your entire family.

Other Episodes Mentioned in this Episode:

• Episode #85 Body Safety and Talking to Your Kids About Sex
• Episode #59 Adding More Children to Your Family: Considerations + Tips

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Welcome to Season 7. In this life update episode, we share an honest look at postpartum, family growth, and the evolving decisions that come with motherhood.

Dr. Leah opens up about her second postpartum experience one month in. She shares how this season has felt different, even while navigating cesarean recovery and early feeding challenges. We explore why postpartum can vary so much from one pregnancy to the next, including the roles of hormones, recovery, support, and overall life circumstances.

Dr. Morgan shares what it has been like reconsidering having another baby after feeling certain their family was complete. She walks through the emotional and practical layers of that decision, along with their plan to approach it intentionally with a six month preconception phase.

This episode is a real and relatable conversation about the highs, lows, and unknowns of building a family and navigating motherhood in different seasons.

Resources From This Episode:

• Dr. Leah's Lumebox Redlight
• Breathe by James Nestor
• Cell Core Detox
• Preconception Labs To Run
• Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call
• Dr. Morgan's Immediate Postpartum Series

Other Episodes Mentioned:

• 12: A Deep Dive Into Lip and Tongue Ties

• 73: Palate Expansion and Airway Dentistry with Dr. Dan Bruce

• 89: Leah's Second Birth Story

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What does home birth and early postpartum look like from a father’s perspective?

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with her husband Wes to talk about his experience supporting home birth, his role during labor, and how he approaches postpartum as a partner and father. He shares what helped him feel comfortable choosing home birth, including the research and data he looked into as a first-time dad.

They walk through what it was like being present during birth, how partners can show up effectively in that environment, and what practical and emotional support really looks like in the postpartum period.

Wes also shares his philosophy on taking ownership of the household and supporting recovery, along with honest reflections on managing fatigue, self-care, and growing a family over time.

If you are a partner preparing for birth or a parent thinking about home birth and postpartum support, this episode offers a grounded and honest perspective that is not often talked about.

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Can acupuncture actually improve your chances of getting pregnant?

In this episode, Dr. Leah sits down with Emily and Ghoncheh from Aphrodite Fertility Acupuncture to explore how acupuncture can support fertility, hormone balance, and overall reproductive health.

They explain how acupuncture works in the body, how it may improve blood flow, regulate the nervous system, and support key hormonal processes involved in conception. The conversation also covers how acupuncture can be used alongside fertility treatments like IVF, as well as for those trying to conceive naturally.

If you are curious about natural ways to support your fertility or looking to optimize your chances during treatments, this episode will help you understand whether acupuncture could be a valuable addition to your plan.

Resources From This Episode:

• Aphrodite Fertility Website (Now booking Saturdays)
• Aphrodite Acupuncture Fertility Program

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Postpartum rage is something many women experience but few talk about.

In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with perinatal mental health psychologist Dr. Alice Pickering to explore what postpartum rage is, why it happens, and how it can show up in early motherhood. While many people are familiar with postpartum depression and anxiety, rage can be a lesser known but equally important piece of the postpartum mental health picture.

They discuss both the emotional and physiological factors that can contribute to postpartum rage, including hormone shifts, sleep deprivation, stress, and nervous system overload. You will also learn how to recognize the signs, understand what your body may be trying to communicate, and explore supportive options for managing and treating these symptoms.

Both Dr. Morgan and Dr. Alice share their personal experiences to help normalize this often hidden part of motherhood and remind you that you are not alone.

If you have experienced intense irritability, anger, or emotional overwhelm postpartum, this episode will help you better understand what is happening and where to find support.

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Dr. Leah shares the full birth story of her son, Kade, including the unexpected path that led to his arrival.

In this episode, she walks through her original plan for a home birth, the natural induction methods she tried, and what it was like to go past 42 weeks. When things did not unfold as expected, she made the decision to transition to the hospital and ultimately pivot her birth plan.

This is an honest and emotional conversation about the unpredictability of birth, trusting your body and your baby, and navigating changes when things do not go as planned. Dr. Leah reflects on what she learned through the experience and how she embraced a different outcome with acceptance and grace.

If you are preparing for birth or navigating your own expectations around how it might unfold, this episode offers perspective, reassurance, and a reminder that every birth story is unique.

Resources From This Episode:

• Healthy As A Mother Episode #20: Home Birth Turned C-Section: Dr. Leah's Birth Story
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #40: The Wisdom in Waiting: When TTC or Past Your Due Date
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #32: The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT
• Ann Gilligan on Instagram
• Evidence-Based Birth Article: What are the birth implications for a suspected big baby?
• Our New Favorite Makeup: Araza
• Dr. Leah's Recommendations for Trauma Healing & Therapies

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If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or want to better understand your options, this episode breaks down what you need to know beyond the standard recommendations.

In part two of this series with Lily Nichols, we explore gestational diabetes testing options, including the nuances of how blood sugar behaves during pregnancy. We discuss topics like low blood sugar, continuous glucose monitoring, and the role of ketosis in pregnancy.

You will also learn why conventional dietary advice for gestational diabetes may be outdated and what a more effective approach to blood sugar management can look like. Lily shares practical strategies to help support stable blood sugar levels and improve pregnancy outcomes.

We also talk about how a gestational diabetes diagnosis can impact your birth plan and how to navigate conversations with your provider if your situation changes over time.

If you are looking for a more informed and individualized approach to managing gestational diabetes, this episode will give you a deeper understanding of your options.

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Gestational diabetes does not start at diagnosis. It develops over time, and understanding what is happening early can make a significant difference.

In part one of this series with registered dietitian Lily Nichols, we break down how pregnancy changes metabolism and insulin function, and why some women develop elevated blood sugar levels. We cover the key risk factors for gestational diabetes, what prevention can look like, and why early screening is often overlooked.

You will learn which labs can provide a clearer picture of your metabolic health, how gestational diabetes can impact your baby if left unmanaged, and the limitations of common testing methods.

We also discuss the role of important nutrients like vitamin D and how they may influence pregnancy outcomes.

If you want to better understand gestational diabetes from the root cause level and take a more proactive approach, this episode will give you the foundation you need.

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A man's fertility plays 50% of the role in conception and staying pregnant (yes, sperm issues can affect miscarriage too) yet there is so little support out there on how to evaluate male fertility. This is why we recorded today's episode, which are the top 10 tips on testing male fertility. We dive into how to test and when, the semen analysis, testing hormones, other markers, and so much more. This is an episode every woman, couple, and man should listen to who wants to be a parent someday.

Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #4 Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters
• Episode #6 Sperm Matter: Why We Should Care About Male Fertility
• Episode #35 Male-Factor Infertility: From a Man's Perspective with Mike Gordon
• Legacy Sperm testing (Use code DRLEAH to save 15%)
• Dr. Leah's free guide for semen analysis
• Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula program - Use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 15% off!
• Total-Toxicity Panel Lab Test
• MicroGen DX lab for semen infections

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Today, Dr. Leah interviews Kori Estrada, co-founder of the natural toothpaste company RiseWell. Kori shares her personal story with PCOS and navigating the IVF process to conceive. We discuss toxins and natural toothpaste and how they are not all created equal. We learned so much in the episode, and we can't wait for you to do so as well! Let's go!

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Resources In This Episode:

• Get Risewell today! Use code GORDON10 for 10% off!
• Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula Program
• Dr. Leah's Favorite Non-toxic Products Database

Stay Connected With Our Guest:

Website: Risewell
Instagram: @risewellco

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We are talking all about newborns, part 2! In the second half of this exciting topic Dr. Morgan guides us through everything we need to know about newborn skin, crying and what to do about it, diaper and poop things, and baby first aid. This is part 2 of our newborn series so if you haven't listened to part 1 do so before or after this one! As always, Dr. Morgan is a wealth of knowledge and wisdom and Dr Leah is so happy to have this as a resource for when her new baby is born very soon!

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources From This Episode:

• Episode #82: All About Newborns Part 1
• Dr. Morgan's Postpartum Course
• Active Skin Repair for cleaning cords (Use code HEALTHYMOTHER for discount!)
• Free to Feed - food allergies in breastmilk

Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com
Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast
Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
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Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
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Today Dr Leah interviewed Dr. Morgan all about newborns! As she is about to have her second baby, she needs a refresher on what to expect with a brand-new baby. For any of you first-time moms or even subsequent mommies, you do not want to miss this one. We dive into the items you truly need, newborn sleep, and newborn feeding, which are all such big topics they probably each need their own episode. Dr. Morgan's knowledge and wisdom are pure gold. Hopefully, you find it invaluable too! We will have a part two where we go into even more topics on newborns so keep an eye out for that next week!

This episode is sponsored by:
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Resources From This Episode:

• Non-sleep deep rest on YouTube
• Growing up Bebe book about parenting like the French
• Baby Delight bedside bassinet
• Frida baby nail clipper
• @Cosleepy Instagram - Check out "Chest Sleeping" highlight
• Safe Sleep Seven - Principles for co-sleeping
• Wonder Weeks app for baby's developmental leaps
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #10: Breastfeeding: What To Know Before Your Baby Is Born
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #12: A Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties

Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com
Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast
Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
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Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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In this episode, Dr. Leah interviews Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, author of The Fifth Vital Sign and co-author of Real Food for Fertility. They talk all about our monthly cycles, how they are considered our fifth vital sign, and how we can use them as a form of birth control, before and even after pregnancy. We also discuss how cycle tracking and the fertility awareness method is a great choice to prevent pregnancy and help you conceive when you are ready, without the side effects or transition time of hormonal contraceptives.

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Resources From This Episode:

• Lisa's Fertility Awareness Mastery Mentorship Program
• Lisa's Free E-Book for practitioners "How to Interpret Virtually Any Chart Your Client Throws at You"
• Dr. Leah's Master Your Cycle Mini-Course

Stay Connected With Lisa:Website: https://www.fertilityfriday.com
Instagram - @fertilityfriday

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Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com
Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast
Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
Instagram: @drleahgordon
Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com
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In this episode, we talk about how to prepare for pregnancy and parenthood! We get a lot of questions about what people can be doing ahead of time no matter where they are in their journey. We authentically break down what we think about what things and what steps we can take to prepare for the pregnancy season and new parenting season as an individual or couple. This is a really great, juicy episode so I can’t wait for you to get started!

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources From This Episode:

• Podcast Episode #63: Role Changes and Expectations within Fatherhood with Wes MacDermott
• Non-Violent Communication book
• Attachment Styles Blog
• Meet Me in the Middle: Parenting, Entrepreneurship, and Balance - Wellness Mama interview with Gary Vee
• Dr. Leah's Recommended Healers and Practitioners
• Dr Leah's Recommended Subconscious Therapies
• Serial Podcast

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

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Induction of labor is an increasingly more and more common birth intervention that many women experience today. There are several medically indicated reasons for induction, as well as many situations where women may be offered or even coerced into induction - where there isn't beneficial evidence to back it up. This week on the podcast Dr. Morgan got to interview Dr. Rebecca Dekker of the well-known blog and podcast called Evidence Based Birth, all about various aspects of labor induction. We discuss the Arrive trial, big babies, risks for postpartum hemorrhage, the evidence on eating and drinking, and more. Enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources From This Episode:

• Evidence Based Birth Blog
• Evidence Based Birth Podcast
• Evidence Based Birth Instagram
• The evidence on eating and drinking in labor article
• The evidence on Pitocin use during the third stage of labor article
• The evidence for big babies article
• Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) course by American Academy of Family Physicians

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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In this episode, we break down the lifestyle hacks for hormone balance. What does the ideal day look like if you want to keep your hormones in balance or bring them back into balance? We start by waking up and walking through a whole day, touching on everything from what we eat to how we manage stress to what we say yes and no to. It's a juicy episode that all women should listen to, so let's get started!

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Resources From The Episode:

1. Healthy As A Mother Podcast Episode #66: How Feminism Has Influenced Our Modern Culture & Hormones
2. Dr. Leah's Balance Your Hormones Mini-Course
3. Dr. Leah's Reduce Your Stress Mini-Course
4. Dr. Leah's Ditch The Toxins Mini-Course
5. Womanhood Wellness Recommended Trauma Release Therapies

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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It is officially season 6 of the Healthy As A Mother podcast! We love starting each new season with a little update from both of us, so here it is. Currently, we both have a lot going on in our lives with navigating work, life, motherhood, postpartum, and pregnancy! Join us as we chat about all we are going through right now and get real and raw about the joys and challenges we both face in the different seasons of motherhood. If you want to feel like you're sitting on the couch with us as we talk it out and vent to each other as best friends, this is a great episode for you!

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources From This Episode:

• VBAC Link Podcast
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #20: Homebirth Turned C-Section: Dr Leah's Birth Story
• Womanhood Wellness Recommended Emotional Healing Practitioners
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #60: When Things Get Hard

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Today we're joined by Functional Medicine Health Practitioner Tiffany Campbell Kaloustian. Tiffany shares not only her profound personal story of battling and overcoming lupus and conceiving her children but also how she uses her expertise to change lives daily. Tiffany's journey battling severe lupus has fueled her passion for helping others find their path to wellness. She is well-versed in various holistic healing modalities, including nervous system regulation, Vagal tone, nutrition, detoxing, mindful practices, movement, and purposeful supplement protocols. Get ready to be inspired by a practitioner who truly embodies the spirit of embracing life's challenges and dancing through them with grace and strength.

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Connect With Our Guest:

Tiffany's Instagram: @tiff_ara_kal

Tiffany's Website: www.embracingthedance.com

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

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Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Feeding ourselves and our families healthy, home-cooked meals can feel like a daunting task - especially when the planning and prepping revolve around caring for young children, too. But the reality is, you're going to still expend the time to make some kind of meal, anyway - it'll likely just feel stressful and end up less nourishing than you'd hoped for. In this episode, Dr. Morgan interviews Cassy Joy Garcia from Fed + Fit, and New York Times best-selling author of three different meal planning cookbooks, about her methods for preparing meals for her family with three young children - in a way that saves time and money, while also reducing food waste and building in the flexibility for something like a spontaneous pizza night. We feel WAY lighter and more inclined to take on a new habit like this, given the way Cassy outlines it, and we hope you feel the inspiration, as well.

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources from this episode:

• Follow Cassy on Instagram
• Learn from her blog, Fed + Fit
• Purchase her cookbooks:
  • Cook Once, Eat All Week
  • Cook Once Dinner Fix
  • Fed & Fit: A 28-Day Food & Fitness Plan to Jump-Start Your Life with Over 175 Squeaky-Clean Paleo Recipes
• The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
• Dr. Morgan's Immune Wellness While Pregnant and Breastfeeding course

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Low libido, or the desire to want to engage in intimacy, is way more common than you think. One of the root causes of low libido is painful sex. Today we dive deep into painful sex, what causes it, what happens to the body when pain rather than pleasure is someone's experience, and what to do about it. This topic is near and dear to Dr. Leah's heart since she has navigated painful sex for years and years. She has learned so much along her journey and she can't wait to share with you so that you don't have to experience the same struggles she did. We can't wait for you to glean all of this knowledge and wisdom.

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources from this episode:

• It Didn't Start With You book
• The Body Keeps Score book
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #26: All Things Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
• Healthy As A Mother Episode #15: Wanting to Want It: The Low-Down on Low Libido
• Dr. Leah's Female Lab Ranges Freebie
• EFT Universe or EFT Tapping Training Institute
• Mental and emotional release (MER)
• Psychotherapy
• Family systems therapy
• Inherited family trauma therapy
• Schema therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• The Emotion Code
• Elizabeth King
• Sadie Ackerman
• Tammera Logan
• Jennifer Jackson

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Today Dr. Morgan interviews Dr. Dan Bruce, an airway-focused dentist, as we break down how the shape of the roof of our mouth, called our palate, together with our tongue positioning can affect many areas of our lives, starting in infancy. The palate and tongue don't just affect things like eating and speaking. These parts of our bodies are central to health, and in this episode, we discuss the connection of how these parts of our mouth affect the growth and look of our entire face, how we breathe well (or not), if we have negative health outcomes like sleep apnea, and how it can contribute to behavioral problems like ADHD.

This episode is sponsored by:

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Resources from this episode:

• Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, by James Nestor
• Healthy as a Mother episode #12 A Deep Dive on Lip and Tongue Ties
• Healthy as a Mother episode #32: The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT
• Learn more about Dr. Dan Bruce at Boise Integrative Dentistry
• The ALF Approach: Changing the Face of Orthodontics, by Tasha Turzo-Moore
• Mewing
• Habit Trainers to look into: Myobrace, Myomunchee, Vivos, Healthy Start
• Dr Morgan's Natural Cold and Flu Remedies course

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Today's episode is all about PMS and painful periods. Is it normal to feel off before your period? When does it become a problem? What is causing it and what can you do about it? From mood and body changes before your period to pain during your flow, Dr. Leah interviewed Dr. Sara Bala about it all. We discuss what periods should look like postpartum and so much more. We can't wait to share it all with you.

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Resources From This Episode:

Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula Course Bundle

Dr. Leah's Master Your Cycle Mini Course

Dr. Bala's Period Solutions Academy

Stay Connected With Our Guest:

Website: https://www.drsarubala.com/

Instagram: @drsarubala

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

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Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

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Getting sick while either pregnant or breastfeeding totally sucks. Not only is it hard to grow or care for young children while not feeling well, but it can also be tricky to navigate how to support yourself during this time. You may have questions like what are safe, natural ways I can help my immune system during this time? Which herbs, homeopathy, and supplements are best for what scenarios? Will the things I take affect my baby? These are all valid, and we hope this episode leaves you with practical tools and info so you know exactly what you can be doing, should you start to feel run down.

Resources From This Episode:Dr. Morgan's Immune Wellness For The Pregnant and Nursing Mother Course This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

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Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Today we talk all about PCOS, mold, and when IVF may not be needed with Dr. Natalie Underberg. PCOS is one of the leading contributors to female infertility, yet the conventional model doesn't do a very good job supporting women who are experiencing this complex syndrome. Dr. Natalie breaks it down and shares what she often recommends from a holistic perspective, the role mold may be playing in your fertility struggles, and why IVF may not be needed, even if you have been told that is your only option.

This episode is sponsored by: Active Skin Repair and Needed >>

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Stay Connected With Our Guest:

See Dr. Natalie's offers here!

Follow Dr. Natalie on Instagram @the.pcos.doc

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthy.as.a.mother

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

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Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Carrying and birthing your baby is an inherently physical, and dang-near athletic event - and there are ways we can prepare our bodies to have the best chance at a smooth, simple, uncomplicated birth experience. This is the work of highly experienced doula, Krisha Crosley of Train for Birth. Today on the show, Krisha and I talk about the idea of training for birth, and how the parents she's coached over the years have an average first-time birth length of only 8 hours. That's - FAST. She discusses how modern human movement is a disservice when it comes to birth, and how we can counteract this truth with intentional daily movement. She offers several resources to parents - and some are even free. Have a listen and get inspired to work with your baby and your body to bring them across that birthing finish line - here we go!

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Stay Connected With Our Guest:

Find all of Krisha's offerings, here!

Follow Krisha on Instagram

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Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

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What should we be eating to boost our fertility? Today we unpack all things food and fertility with Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, and popular author of the book: Real Food for Pregnancy, Lily Nichols. Lily and Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, the author of the Fifth Vital Sign, teamed up to write the brand new book, Real Food for Fertility and we talk about what to eat for female and male fertility, what's wrong with the Mediterranean diet diet, some of the things that surprised her during her research, and so much more! Let's dive right in!

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Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal NutritionⓇ, co-founder of the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, and the author of three books: Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Lily’s bestselling books have helped tens of thousands of mamas (and babies!), are used in university-level maternal nutrition and midwifery courses, and have even influenced prenatal nutrition policy internationally.

https://lilynicholsrdn.com

https://realfoodforfertility.com/

Instagram: @lilynicholsrdn

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthy.as.a.mother

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

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This is the second part of a two-part series about VBAC, or, vaginal birth after cesarean. This episode highlights three very different VBAC birth stories so you can find inspiration in a variety of stories. With each birth, we discuss the progression and process between each woman's first birth, their prep for a VBAC, the things they did or resources they found helpful, and the VBAC birth story itself. We believe that hearing as many positive birth stories as possible is a beneficial part of preparing for our births, especially when preparing to do something different than we did the last time, no matter how it all happened. Packing our subconscious with the stories of women who have walked the path we want is powerful. In this episode, we have a planned hospital VBAC, a planned VBAC at home - called an HBAC, and a planned hospital VBAC that happened a little too quickly to get there.

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Resources from this episode:

• Join Dr. Morgan's ultimate motherhood prep course, the 6-Week Pregnancy Call
• The Birthing Instincts Podcast
• The VBAC Link Podcast
• Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
• Baby Got VBAC by Colleen Noon
• The Expectful app

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthy.as.a.mother

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Today we have a thought-provoking and potentially controversial topic all about the feminism movements, our hormones, families, and our culture at large. We discuss the pros and cons of feminism from the gifts it has brought to anti-masculine culture, potential burnout in women, how it may have influenced the rates of fertility, and the differences in the masculine and feminine, both in biology and energetically. This is a spicy episode so without further ado, let's get started!

Resources from this episode:Dr. Leah's Foster Fertility Energy course
Dr. Leah's Master your cycle course
Dr. Leah's Strengthen Your Sperm course
Episode #63: Role Changes and Expectations within Fatherhood with Wes MacDermott

Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com
Instagram: @healthy.as.a.mother
Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
Instagram: @drleahgordon
Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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This is the first part of a two-part series all about VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean. In this episode, Dr Morgan interviews three different birth professionals about their experience and opinions about VBAC, as well as their top tips for any woman preparing for a VBAC in the future. We wanted to gather a variety of types of birth providers and supports for this episode, and it applies and is helpful to more than just the people who are preparing for a VBAC - anyone preparing for birth - this is for you! We talk with an OBGYN, a homebirth midwife, and then a doula. We hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired about your future births and equipped with many practical tools and tips for processing past experiences, finding proper support, and paving a new path for your future.

Resources From This Episode:
From OBGYN, Dr. Capetanakis DO:Find more information about Dr. Cap at the Cap Wellness Center
From midwife, Julianne Robinson LM, CPM:Take her online homebirth birth class
VBAC statistics mentioned: https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(22)00840-7/fulltext & https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db359-h.pdf
From doula, Care Messer:
Learn about Care's online Hypnobirthing classes at the Birth Education Center
Take her FREE course on How to Prevent an Unnecessary Cesarean
Doula Traci to talk about advocacy for birth workers
Perinatal birth psychology with Anna Verwaal
APPPAH Live Training on "What's Missing In Childbirth Education?"
From Dr. Morgan: Learn more about the 6-Week Pregnancy Call

Stay Connected With Our Guests:
Dr. Capetanakis DO, OBGYN:
Website: https://drcapetanakis.com/
Instagram: @drcapetanakis
Julianne Robinson LM, CPM - Midwife:
Websites: https://www.pangaeamidwifery.com/ & https://www.hellohomebirth.com/
Instagram: @pangaeamidwifery & @tales.of.a.midwife
Care Messer, Doula:
Website: https://www.birtheducationcenter.com/
Instagram: @birtheducationcenter

Stay Connected With Us:
Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
Instagram: @drleahgordon
Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Did you know that your thyroid plays a massive role in fertility? Today we unpack the thyroid with Dr. Hanisha Patel and dive into low thyroid function and how that impacts fertility, how to test your thyroid and see if you have an issue, including ruling out autoimmune causes. We discuss how stress impacts the thyroid and how to support that, the impact that thyroid has on men as well as women, the interconnectedness of thyroid and other conditions like PCOS and endometriosis, and so much more. Without further ado, let's get started.

More About Our Guest:

Dr. Hanisha Patel, a published Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's health, helps women to reverse their hormonal health issues, including PCOS, Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism, and infertility, so they can live the life they desire without their health getting in the way. Having personally overcome autoimmune challenges from birth and achieving Mahan (Great) health through naturopathic medicine, she established Mahan Health, a virtual telehealth practice where she has supported hundreds of women. In her commitment to making holistic medicine more accessible and affordable, she has created the Mahan Membership program. This program embodies her accumulated expertise from 10 years of medical school and clinical practice, enabling others to experience the benefits of Mahan or Great Health themselves. Dr. Hanisha hosts a podcast, Mahan Health, where she engages in enlightening discussions with leading doctors of natural medicine. Furthermore, she has been featured in numerous podcast interviews, delivered dozens of live talks, and is a published author in the esteemed Townsend Letter. With a dedicated social media following of over 12k individuals, she consistently provides support and shares invaluable tips and tricks on achieving Mahan Health, empowering her audience to live the fulfilling lives they desire.

Stay Connected With Our Guest:

Dr. Hanisha Patel: https://mahanhealth.com/

Instagram: @holistichanisha

TikTok: @holistichanisha

Resources from this episode:

Dr. Hanisha's It Takes Two: Ultimate Fertility Program

Dr. Hanisha's Mahan Membership

Dr. Leah's Optimal Female Lab Ranges Free Guide

Dr. Leah's Balance Your Hormones course

Dr. Leah's Reduce Your Stress course

Dr. Leah's Investigate Male Fertility course

Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula Course Bundle

Stay Connected With Us:

Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com

Instagram: @healthy.as.a.mother

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Our special guest today is Morgan's husband, Wes, on to talk all about his perspective on fatherhood as a dad of four young children and who, honestly, has one of the most unique ways of thinking about this season of life. Wes lays it out for the partners in this episode - sharing his stance on character roles during the intense season of caring for your wife and family during postpartum and stepping up as a man in general once children are a part of the picture. We dive into traditional gender roles from past and present, how things are more different now than ever before, and how he best advises couples to communicate about these things before and during the transition into parenthood.

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources from this episode:

Dr. Morgan's 6-Week Pregnancy Call

Dr. Morgan's Immediate Postpartum Series

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Our gut health impacts everything from our immune system, our mood, our hormones, and our ability to become pregnant, stay pregnant, and have a healthy baby. It is at the root of so many issues which is why we need to talk about it. In this episode, Dr Leah interviews naturopathic physician Dr. Kelsey Stang all about gut health and the microbiome in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Our gut health is so important for all of the stages of baby-making, and the microbiome plays a major role in its health. Dr. Kelsey shares what aspects of gut health are important to optimize before becoming pregnant, the role the microbiome plays, and how to support your gut before, during, and after pregnancy.

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources from this episode:

Dr. Leah's Rebalance The Vaginal Microbiome Mini-Course
Dr. Leah's Nurture Your Digestion & Gut Microbiome Mini-Course

Use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 15% off these courses!

Stay Connected With Our Guest:

Dr. Kelsey Stang: www.drkelseystang.com

@drkelseystang

Dr. Kelsey's Free Functional Fertility Checklist

Dr. Kelsey's Community Facebook group

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

@drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

@morganmacdermott

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It's time to introduce your baby to solids, and you haven't the foggiest idea where to start. Or maybe you're researching for the future and want to learn more about baby-led weaning. On today's show, Dr. Morgan interviews Dr. Alyssa, founder of Thriving Foundations, an educational platform for parents to learn about this exact thing and more - a holistic approach to food introduction to your baby via the method of baby-led weaning. They discuss when to start solids, how to prepare foods with this method, what some ideal first foods might be, and then the hot topic item of introducing food allergens and how to tell the difference between an allergen and intolerance. We hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired and confident in feeding your baby with intention and as an important part of their overall health.

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources from this episode:
Use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 30% off all of Dr. Alyssa's courses!

• Holistic Baby-Led Weaning® course
• Holistic Baby-Led Weaning FREE guide
• First Four Months of BLW guide (meal plan & recipes)

Get on the waitlist for Dr. Morgan's next 6-Week Pregnancy Call HERE

Connect with our guest, Dr. Alyssa:Instagram:@thrivingfoundations
Webstie: www.thrivingfoundations.org

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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What do we do when things get hard? Today we share our top tips on what we have done personally as we navigate the challenging times along the motherhood journey. From infertility through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and mothering our children, we are no strangers to difficult times. We each share our top three tips that we have found to be more effective for us, and we hope that through our raw and vulnerable shares, you can pull some wisdom or support for yourself, no matter what challenges you are navigating. Let's learn about what we do...when things get hard!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources from this episode:

Dr. Leah's Reduce Your Stress Mini-Course

Dr. Morgan's Postpartum Planning for Partners Free Guide

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

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Are you thinking about adding more children to your family? Maybe you're planning for a certain age gap or trying to figure out if you're "done," or not. Maybe you're already pregnant and need advice on how to prepare your other children for a new baby. In this episode, we break down the myriad of factors to consider when deciding to add more children or not, what a subsequent pregnancy is like when you're taking care of other older children, how to prepare them for birth if they'll be present, and pro tips to aid in the integration of a new member of the family. This one is filled with practical advice - let's go!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources from this episode:Respectful Parenting By Janet Lansbury podcast episode

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com
Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com
Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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Do you experience painful periods? Are you struggling to conceive? Today Dr Leah interviews Dr. Kelsey Duncan all about endometriosis. We discuss what symptoms may make you suspect this condition that causes pain and can affect fertility. We talk about the complex world of endo from diagnosis difficulty to management, and which paths may be required for conception. She shares her favorite go-to tips for endo, and so much more! Without further ado, let's get started!

How To Stay Connected with Our Guest, Kelsey Duncan:

Apply to work with Kelsey

Instagram: @fertilityconfidencemethod

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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We love deep-diving into various topics surrounding the journey into and throughout motherhood, not only because we have chosen women's reproductive and perinatal health as our medical specialties, but because we are mothers ourselves - going through this all right alongside you. This week we chat about Dr. Leah's early pregnancy symptoms and discuss the difficulties of pregnancy nausea, or "morning sickness," while also outlining several helpful strategies to try. She discusses how she's feeling overall, as well as her plans for this birth. Then Dr. Morgan details what it has been like coming out of the intensity of the early postpartum months, and how life is flowing with her fourth baby. Thank you for being with us on these journeys!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources From This Episode:

1. Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy nausea posts, here and here.
2. Dr. Homeo - Homeopathy blog
3. Dr. Leah's Joyful Eating Reset course
4. Dr. Morgan's Reflux post, here.

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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In today’s episode, Dr Leah interviews Natalie Samson, a Board-Certified Genetic Counselor who approaches genetic testing a little differently than your average genetic counselor. We talk about preconception testing, carrier testing, and how impactful that may be along your fertility journey. Dr Leah shares the pivotal moment in her fertility journey when she finally did carrier testing and it explained so much. We discuss the benefit of genetic testing to reduce the risk of developing conditions or diseases, if miscarriage is genetic, and the role our diet and lifestyle play in our genes. We talk about why getting your genes tested with big companies like Ancestry or 23 and Me may not be the wisest option, and so much more. Let's dive right in!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

How To Stay Connected with Our Guest, Natalie Samson:

Website: www.goldengeneticshealth.com

Instagram: @goldengeneticshealth

Tiktok: @goldengeneticshealth

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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Today we are talking all about the vagina and the bugs that live there. Did you know that the type of bacteria that inhabit your vagina can impact whether you get pregnant, have a miscarriage, or deliver a baby early? Those bugs are collectively known as the microbiome, and the vaginal and female reproductive tract microbiome is what we are discussing. We chat about what it is, how it impacts our fertility, pregnancy, birth, and babies, what are signs that it may be imbalanced, and how to shift it back into balance. Let's dive right in.

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources From The Episode:

1. Dr Leah's vagina microbiome course - with protocol for rebalancing vaginal microbiome
2. Needed probiotic
3. Down to Birth podcast episode on Group B strep
4. Juno Bio

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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Potty training can feel so overwhelming, especially for first-time moms like Dr. Leah. She knew she needed to cross that bridge eventually, and she is so grateful that Dr. Morgan and her are best friends and she knows so much about it. Dr Morgan wanted to share everything Dr Leah needed to know about this process so they decided that instead of having a private conversation about it, they should record it and share it with you too! Whether you are a first-time mom navigating this season, already have kids but want to see what approach she recommends for your next child, or don't even have kids yet, this is an incredibly valuable episode where we talk all about the potty. Let's get started!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources From The Episode:

Oh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan. ult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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Today we are talking all about miscarriages with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, naturopathic doctor and endocrinologist. We discuss what the root causes of pregnancy loss are, some of which may surprise you! We also touch on what the timing of the loss may indicate, the role hormones play, what to do after a loss, and how to support someone going through one. This is a much-anticipated episode on a topic that is under-talked about, especially in the way Dr. Aumatma shares. Let's dive in!

How to stay connected with our guest Dr. Aumatma:

Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor

TikTok: @holisticfertilitydoctor

Facebook: @DrAumatmaND

YouTube: @HolisticFertilityExpert

LinkedIn: @Aushah

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Get Dr. Leah's Pregnancy Loss Guide >> visit www.womanhoodwellness.com/loss

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

TikTok: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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You asked, and we answered. Today on the podcast we have Dr. Ari Calhoun, a Naturopathic Doctor, and pediatric neurodevelopmental specialist, on to talk about vaccines from a brain development point of view. Our goal was to tease apart the tough decision-making parents either want or have to make for various reasons, and Dr. Ari shares an individualized approach that we wish all families received.

Assessing risk factors for illness, as well as using other methods of risk mitigation, are important parts of this conversation. We discuss vaccination during pregnancy, the immune system's role in normal neurodevelopment, how the brain gets primed for inflammation, the problems with the current schedule and ways to optimize a delayed schedule, detox, autism, testing, measles, and more. Here we go!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

How to stay connected with our guest Dr. Ari Calhoun:

Website: https://wholesomebrainmedicine.com/

Instagram: @dr.aricalhoun

Resources From The Episode:

1. Schedule a vaccine consultation with Dr. Ari Calhoun
2. Our other Healthy As A Mother Podcast Episode with Dr. Ari Calhoun: #13: Baby Brain Support in Pregnancy
3. IntellexxDNA test information
4. Cochrane review article on flu vaccines

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

TikTok: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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This week I take you on a little adventure through the trimesters of pregnancy. I break down common symptoms you might feel and offer ideas on how to manage those from a natural, integrative medicine perspective, as well as highlight various focus points for each 3-month period - whether that be the types of labs you might want to ask your provider for, or the types on information that would be smart to begin researching. I help answer some of the common questions I get all the time: What can be done about morning sickness? When do I start supplementing, and with what? Can you manage a UTI naturally during pregnancy? When do I need to change my exercise routine? And so much more!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Resources From The Episode:

1. Join Dr. Morgan's 6-Week Pregnancy Call for a jam-packed, expert-led pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum education to help prepare you for motherhood with a group of like-minded women!
2. Redmond Relyte electrolyte powders, use code DRMORGAN for 15% off.
3. Morning sickness natural remedies blog post by Dr. Morgan.
4. Homeopathy for morning sickness, Her Homeopathy article.
5. Needed Prenatal and Fish Oil, use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 20% off.
6. Triple Mag by Vital Nutrients, make a Fullscript account here.

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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Have you ever wondered who is behind egg freezing? How accurate are at-home sperm tests? How are embryos made during IVF? Who chooses the sperm used in embryo creation in severe male-factor infertility? Well if you have been dying to know, you are in for a treat because today Dr. Leah interviews Shaun Reed. He is an embryologist at the Utah Fertility Center and he spends his days making babies. Dr. Leah's daughter was created with the help of embryologists and even to me, this part of our fertility journey has been sort of a mystery. Dr. Leah was thrilled to interview Shaun and we can't wait for you to hear what he had to say! Let's dive right in!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

How to stay connected with our guest Shaun Reed

TikTok >> @shaun.bob

Instagram >> @shaun.olgy

YouTube >> @shaun_bob

Resources From The Episode:

Dr. Leah's Sperm Courses

Dr. Leah's Free Sperm Analysis Cheat Sheet

Dr. Leah's Male Fertility & Sperm Testing

Dr. Leah's Non-toxic Favorite Products

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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We are so excited for today's episode where Dr. Leah interviews Aida Garcia-Toledo of 3 Little Plums. She is an expert in low-tox living and as a consultant and educator in this space, she has a wealth of knowledge to share. Toxins majorly impact us, our fertility, and our babies, yet switching to a low-tox lifestyle can be overwhelming. That is where Aida comes in. Whether you are just thinking about kids, along the fertility or infertility journey, pregnant, or have little ones at home, this episode is a must-listen! Let's dive right in!

This episode is sponsored by Needed >> Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

How to stay connected with our guest Aida Garcia-Toledo:

Aida's website >> 3 Little Plums

Aida's Instagram >> @3littleplums

3 Little Plums Non-Toxic Clothing Guide

Resources From The Episode:

Branch Basics cleaning products

Force of Nature cleaning products

Switch natural app

Dr. Leah's Ditch The Toxins Course

Stay Connected With Us:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Instagram: @drleahgordon

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

Instagram: @morganmacdermott

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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The last few months have been wild for Dr. Morgan and myself and as we kick of season 4 of the Healthy As A Mother podcast, we wanted to share our updates, the struggles we have both been going through, and share what prompted our extended break of this podcast. Although we know a lot about fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum between the two of us, it doesn't mean we are immune from the struggle within those seasons. In fact, it's because of our struggles that we are often able to help and bring support to women just like you because we get it.

Needed Supplements:

Click here to see Needed Supplements, use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order

Ninni Pacifier - use code MORGM10 for 10% off

Books we are reading:

A Court of Thornes and Roses series by Sarah J Maas

The Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

Disclaimer: Please remember that the ideas and views of this podcast are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for medical care of any kind, including the diagnoses or treatment of any illness or disease. Consult with your provider before integrating this information into your unique health plan.

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In this episode, we take you through each of our top three tips for navigating the holidays. Dr. Morgan discusses immune support for her children, navigating newborn health around groups of people, and providing a framework for managing gift-giving with a larger family. Dr. Leah then discusses her favorite substitutes if you have common food intolerances but still want to enjoy delicious holiday food, a mindset shift for those who are trying to conceive and disappointed to not be pregnant during this time, and balancing the enjoyment of food with feeling good so you can find more joy in your eating. Happy Holidays!

Note: This is our last episode of season 3! We are taking a small break coming up so be sure to listen and subscribe to the show to stay informed!

EPISODE RESOURCES:

Needed's Immune Support Powder, use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 20% off

Dr. Leah's Joyful Eating course

Wet sock treatment

Dr. Morgan's natural cold and flu course for children

Get Dr. Leah's Holiday Dessert Recipes (at bottom of page)

Foods mentioned:

-Forager for dairy-free yogurt

-Kite Hill for dairy-free cream cheese

-King Arthur for gluten-free flour

Remedies mentioned:

-XClear Nasal Spray

-Homeopathic Aconitum napellus (sometimes called Aconite)

FOLLOW US HERE:

Dr. Morgan: Website | Instagram

Dr. Leah: Website | Instagram

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Dr. Morgan's Postpartum Part 2 is here! In episode #43 we discussed sleeping and resting during the postpartum season, so in today's episode we are talking all about breastfeeding and postpartum nutrition. On breastfeeding, we break down the theories on the causes of oral ties, pacifiers for breastfed babies, pumping schedules, and reflux. We then discuss the importance of postpartum nutrition, what types of food to prioritize, how to set up a meal train, and more! This is a real and raw look inside of the beautiful, yet challenging postpartum phase of a mother! Listen in!

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Needed's Prenatal - Check it out HERE Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order
• Dr. Morgan's FREE Postpartum Planning Guide HERE
• Episode #12 - A Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties
• Episode #43 - Dr. Morgan's Postpartum: On Sleeping and Resting

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Dr. Morgan: Website | Instagram

Dr. Leah: Website | Instagram

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The holidays are upon us and if you are trying to conceive, this episode is for you! I interviewed Sadie Ackerman, an integrative mental health consultant all about navigating the complex emotions that can come up during the holidays. If you are feeling grief and anger seeing other pregnancy announcements, feeling devastated at the thought that you don't have a baby for the holidays, or you are navigating the various emotions that can arise during social and family gatherings, you do not want to miss this. Even if you aren't trying to conceive, the framework that Sadie shares with us is invaluable to all of us because we are all navigating relationships and feelings around the holidays. So without further ado, let's get started.

Our Guest:

Sadie Ackerman

Sadie is an integrative mental health consultant who specializes in integrative psychology and emotional well-being to help highly sensitive women navigate their sensitivities, family and romantic relationships, career, trauma, and mood disorders. She is especially gifted at teaching others emotional intelligence, communication, and healthy relationship tools.

www.thesavvysensitive.com

@thesavvysensitive on TikTok and Instagram

Other Resources:

Needed's Egg Support Product- HERE - Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order!

CLICK HERE to get access to the Womanhood Wellness Hormone & Fertility Holiday Gift Guide!

CLICK HERE for fertility support with The Fertility Formula!

Dr. Leah's Instagram and TikTok

Dr. Morgan's Instagram

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Today's episode is packed full of health tips for navigating the holidays when you are trying to conceive! The holidays often bring many events and circumstances that aren't always in alignment with optimal health and fertility, such as drinking alcohol, over-indulging on desserts and treats, traveling, being stressed, and navigating toxin exposures while traveling or staying at other people's homes, just to name a few. Today I interviewed Sadie Ackerman, an integrative mental health consultant, and we discussed how to make better choices while still enjoying yourself, how to navigate choosing different behaviors than you have in the past, and how to have difficult conversations if they are necessary. This episode really applies to all of us as we move into the holiday season, however, if you dream of having a baby soon or someday, this is especially important. Let's dive right in!

Our Guest:

Sadie Ackerman

Sadie is an integrative mental health consultant who specializes in integrative psychology and emotional well-being to help highly sensitive women navigate their sensitivities, family and romantic relationships, career, trauma, and mood disorders. She is especially gifted at teaching others emotional intelligence, communication, and healthy relationship tools.

www.thesavvysensitive.com

@thesavvysensitive on TikTok and Instagram

Other Resources:

Needed's Immune Support- HERE - Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order!

CLICK HERE to get access to the Womanhood Wellness Hormone & Fertility Holiday Gift Guide!

CLICK HERE for fertility support with The Fertility Formula!

Dr. Leah's Instagram and TikTok

Dr. Morgan's Instagram

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We shared Dr. Morgan's fourth home birth story in episode #42, and now here we are going over questions you all had about her postpartum in regards to newborn sleep as well as managing an extended postpartum lie-in period. We talk about how and why Sunny sleeps on her stomach, how she handles the rough nights, and how her husband and her split nighttime baby care...or not. Then we dive into what a postpartum lie in rest period looks like - how many days, how to plan expectations with family and friends, if she has mom guilt about her lack of involvement with her other kids - and spoiler alert, she does. A lot. Hear all about it here in this part 1 of 2 series - lets go!

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Needed's Prenatal - Check it out HERE Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order
• Dr. Morgan's Freebie: Postpartum Planning Guide HERE
• Podcast episode #26: All Things Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Lauren Mallari-Snyder, DPT
• Podcast episode #36: All About Cesareans: Prevention, Planning, and Healing
• Evidence-Based Birth Article on Vitamin K shot at birth

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES:

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

Dr. Leah:

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It's birth story time! I'm about 11 days postpartum and feeling strong and good and I want to tell you this story before I forget it. So Dr. Leah and I are going to go through the entire birth process, which is a long one, of my 4th baby and 4th home birth. We also took some questions from Instagram. I'm so excited to share this with you and photos coming soon! Stay tuned!

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Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order HERE.

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

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Did you know that there is a key part of egg cells and sperm that can greatly impact egg quality, sperm quality, conception potential, miscarriage risk, and outcomes for mom and baby? They are called the mitochondria and to say it simply...they are really important. The coolest thing is there is so much that we can do to optimize and improve our mitochondria. On the podcast episode today, I interview Dr. Kalea Wattles, a naturopathic doctor and certified functional medicine practitioner who specializes in fertility and the mitochondria. She walks us through what they are, how they impact fertility and our overall health, and gives us actionable steps we can start doing today to optimize them!

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Dr. Kalea Wattles Information

Website: https://drkaleawattles.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/functionalfertility/

Dr. Leah's Information

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

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Waiting is a major part of the experience of becoming a mother, yet we rarely talk about it or give it the attention it deserves. From the two-week wait while trying to conceive, to the waiting for your chance of becoming pregnant after months and months of trying, to the waiting for a new treatment or change to impact your fertility, to the waiting for your baby to grow in the 9-10 months of pregnancy, to the challenging wait for baby to arrive as you pass your due date...becoming a mother can involve a lot of....waiting. Dr. Morgan and I break this down and share our own experiences of being in the current throws of waiting...her, waiting for her baby to come as she is now past her due date, and me, waiting to conceive via IVF, a process that has been pushed back almost 8 months due to various factors. I share the wisdom I have learned from years and years of waiting along our fertility journey, and we share some golden nuggets you don't want to miss. Let's dive right in!

Check out our favorite products including the Immune Support by Needed here.

Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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Navigating fertility and infertility can be incredibly emotional and challenging. This is where fertility coaching comes in. Today's episode is full of practical steps, wisdom, hope, and a key aspect of fertility that I wish every woman and couple was aware of along their fertility journey. Whether you are just starting your conception journey, have experienced losses, or have been trying to conceive for months or years, my interview with Elizabeth King is for you. We dive into the subconscious mind and how to truly heal and support yourself as you journey toward motherhood.

Guest Resources:

Elizabeth King Website: https://www.elizabethking.com/

Elizabeth King IG: https://www.instagram.com/theofficialelizabethking/

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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This week we reap the expert advice of guest Jill Geesinger, certified professional homeopath specializing in the world of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. She teaches us the top 5 remedies she recommends to have on hand during birth to ensure things progress smoothly and appropriately, and her top 3 remedies for a solid postpartum recovery. We discuss how homeopathics work, who can take them and when and how, proper storage, and ways to know they're working well. Homeopathy is a gentle, supportive, effective, and safe way to support your entire motherhood experience, so let's go ahead and start learning!

SHOW NOTES:

More on how to reach and learn from Jill:

https://herhomeopathy.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/herhomeopathy

Order Prenatal Supplements from Needed and save 20% using code HealthyMother!

The remedies mentioned for birth:

1. Arnica montana 200C
2. Caulophyllum thalictroides 200C
3. Gelsemium sempervirens 200C
4. Aconitum napellus / Aconite 200C
5. Kali carbonicum 200C

Cell salts mentioned: Magnesia phosphorica 6X and Kali phosphoricum 6X

The remedies mentioned for postpartum:

1. Belladonna 30C or 200C
2. Bryonia 30C or 200C
3. Phytolacca decandra 30C or 200C

Dr. Elana Roumell's Birth Story using homeopathy throughout: https://medschoolformoms.com/podcast/homeopathy-pregnancy-labor-postpartum-gabrielle-traub/

Morning sickness homeopathic remedies and naturopathic principles post Jill and Dr. Morgan created together: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/?img_index=1

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If you were to say, "Dr. Leah, I want to have a baby. What are the first 6 things I should do?" I would respond exactly as I do in today's podcast episode. I highlight the first 6 things I would tell a woman to do as soon as the idea of a baby has entered her mind, but even if you have been trying to conceive for a while, these still apply. There are so many important things to do along the preconception and fertility journey, however, I shared some big-hitting ones and I think you will really enjoy how practical they are. I also share the exciting news that my Fertility Formula course is finally open for enrollment, so you can finally get the in-depth support so many of you have been asking me for on your journey toward motherhood! Without further ado, let's get started!

I am launching my Fertility Formula course, cart opens on October 5th and closes on the 13th. Learn more at www.womanhoodwellness.com/fertilityformula

Check out the Needed Prenatal and other supplement offerings here! Use code HealthyMother to save 20% off your first order!

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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In this episode, we tease out the many reasons for cesarean birth versus vaginal birth - some warranted and some the cause of an impatient modern medical system. We walk you through how to prepare for a cesarean if you know you are having one, and some tips for the quick moments before a potentially unplanned cesarean as well. Dr. Leah shares her unique perspective on her homebirth turned cesarean, and how a frameshift helped her find moments of peace in the OR. We discuss our top tips for thorough healing and recovery, with many practical tips and resources sprinkled throughout. We hope you find value in this episode, whether it's for your preparation or your emotional and physical healing afterwards. Let's dive in.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Birth Documentary: The Business of Being Born
• Breech information via Dr. Stuart Fischbein http://www.birthinginstincts.com/breech-birth-information
• Breech Documentary: Heads Up
• Evidence Based Birth article on “big babies” https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-for-induction-or-c-section-for-big-baby/
• Dr. Leah’s Birth Story episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/20-home-birth-turned-c-section-dr-leahs-birth-story/id1663942916?i=1000613406262
• Magnesium types mentioned: Triple Mag by Vital Nutrients, Calm Powder by Natural Vitality
• Homeopathics for symptom management mentioned: Arnica montana 30C, Aconitum nappellus 30C, Ignatia amara 30C, Bellis perennis 30C, Carbo veg 30C
• Evivo probiotics great for cesarean born babies https://www.evivo.com/
• Klaire Labs ABX Support for post-antibiotic usage for mom
• Reverse pressure softening for engorgement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJYZrAG6cRA
• VBAC resources:
• https://www.thevbaclink.com/

• https://www.ican-online.org/

• Mental emotional processing / birth trauma resources

• Rebirthing exercises https://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth/birth-reclaiming-ceremony/
• Home Birth Cesarean book and the companion workbook, Healing from a Homebirth Cesarean
• Body workers who are trauma informed and familiar with rebirthing for the baby
• Birth trauma resources:

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Today on the podcast, Dr. Leah interviews her husband, Mike, about his experience as a man navigating male factor infertility. This is a rare peek into the mind of a man going through this vulnerable time and up-front insight on an often avoided topic. Although this journey was lonely for him, with 1 in 10 men struggling to conceive today, he realized after his experience that it's important to share if he can help even just one other couple have the family they dream of. We discuss what it was like for him to find out about his sperm, what the 6-year journey to conception was like, what support he received and wished he had had, and what he would recommend other men navigating this major obstacle do. He has such wisdom to share and practical tips for men and their partners as they navigate male-factor infertility. Let's dive in!

Resources:

Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula Waitlist, Launches beginning of October 2023: https://www.womanhoodwellness.com/fertility-formula-waitlist

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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The first 10 days with your baby is a beautiful, dynamic, constantly changing season of life with many steep learning curves to tackle. I, Dr. Morgan, am incredibly passionate about this time period because I see so many families completely overwhelmed and underprepared for the day-to-day changes that occur in these early days. I want all new families to feel confident and able to enjoy their new babies during this immediate postpartum time, so in this episode I give my top 5 tips to thrive, and talk about my 11-video course that details all of these changes so that you and your partner know what to expect and can feel ready and confident in what is normal and what is not. From post-birth interventions through the first latch, milk coming in, meconium and normal stool changes, weight gain, birth recovery, true postpartum healing, placenta options and more - we've got you covered.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Immediate Postpartum Series Course

Find an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) near me

Healthy as a Mother Podcast #17: Developing a Birth Plan

Healthy as a Mother Podcast #10: Breastfeeding: What to Know BEFORE Your Baby is Born

Healthy as a Mother Podcast #14: Mastitis and Clogged Ducts: What TO Do and What NOT To Do

Healthy as a Mother Podcast #12: A Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties

Healthy as a Mother Podcast #07: Postpartum Healing: No More Mothers Left in the Dust

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES

Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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Get ready for this long-awaited IVF episode. In this solo episode, I break down my top 5 considerations for optimizing IVF naturally for anyone going through the IVF process or considering it in the future! We discuss the four unique phases where support is needed that I identified along my journey through IVF for our primarily male-factor infertility struggles. I discuss how IVF differs from an unassisted conception, what the industry is missing, and how we can fill in the gaps with natural medicine. If you are struggling to conceive, or you have a friend or family member thinking about doing IVF, you do NOT want to miss this one!

Take Dr. Leah's free Fertility Type Quiz and Receive 3 Free Tips Unique to Your Type

www.womanhoodwellness.com/quiz

Previous episodes mentioned:

#18: "Just Relax" and the Wisdom Behind Fertility Energy

#22: Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES

Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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Calling all preggos! You are not going to want to miss this. In this week's episode, I talk with the incredible Ann Gilligan, Labor and Delivery Nurse and creator of Gilligan's Guide, which teaches pregnant women and providers specific maternal positioning in order to optimize the baby's position for a smooth vaginal birth. There was so much in this episode that I was absolute lit up by and I am SO excited about this information. I highly recommend looking into working with Ann and looking into taking her course if you're wanting to learn more - because I TRULY feel that this is the type of revolutionary information that we will see widely spread amongst ALL birth professionals in due time. Sit back and have a listen, you are going to learn a LOT.

LEARN ABOUT GILLIGAN'S GUIDE:

• Learn more and work with Ann by following Ann @gilligansguide on Instagram and exploring her website at https://www.gilligansguide.com/

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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What do PMS, anxiety, sleep issues, and miscarriages all have in common? Low progesterone may be playing a role in any of these. In today's episode we unpack everything you need to know about progesterone. We talk about the important role it plays in hormone balance, fertility and conception, and maintaining a pregnancy. We discuss why it may be low, how to tell if you are, how to test for it, and what to do to increase it naturally . We dive into supplementing with progesterone and we answer all of the questions our listeners asked about this incredible hormone. I think you are going to love this one!

Resources Mentioned Detoxing Before Pregnancy - Podcast Episode

Low-Tox Product Recommendations from Dr. Leah

EWG.org to look up non-toxic products

Testing Options for Progesterone Free Lab Testing Optimal Lab Ranges Guide from Dr. Leah

Proov at home test

Order yourself blood test at Ulta Labs

Urinary DUTCH or Blood Comprehensive Fertility Panel at Womanhood Wellness

Courses Mentioned Fertility Formula Steps - Mini Courses by Dr. Leah

Supplements Mentioned Curcumin supplement

Biphasic tinctures: Phytoest and Phytoprogest

The Doctor's Links DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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What do PMS, anxiety, sleep issues, and miscarriages all have in common? Low progesterone may be playing a role in any of these. In today's episode we unpack everything you need to know about progesterone. We talk about the important role it plays in hormone balance, fertility and conception, and maintaining a pregnancy. We discuss why it may be low, how to tell if you are, how to test for it, and what to do to increase it naturally . We dive into supplementing with progesterone and we answer all of the questions our listeners asked about this incredible hormone. I think you are going to love this one!

Resources Mentioned Detoxing Before Pregnancy - Podcast Episode

Low-Tox Product Recommendations from Dr. Leah

EWG.org to look up non-toxic products

Testing Options for Progesterone Free Lab Testing Optimal Lab Ranges Guide from Dr. Leah

Proov at home test

Order yourself blood test at Ulta Labs

Urinary DUTCH or Blood Comprehensive Fertility Panel at Womanhood Wellness

Courses Mentioned Fertility Formula Steps - Mini Courses by Dr. Leah

Supplements Mentioned Curcumin supplement

Biphasic tinctures: Phytoest and Phytoprogest

The Doctor's Links DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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You are not just your egg count. When it comes to fertility there is so much more going on, even if you have low ovarian reserve. Today we interview Dr. Marc Sklar, a natural fertility specialist and we talk about eggs, what is at the root of low ovarian reserve, and what to do about it. Dr. Marc shares what he wishes for the world of fertility, and he shares his incredible wisdom. You do not want to miss this one.

Today we interview Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. He’s mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again.

Dr. Marc's Links FERTILITY TV WEEKLY EPISODE - http://bit.ly/thefertilityexpert

FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/thefertilityexpert

INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/the_fertility_expert/

APPLY TO QUALIFY FOR FERTILITY COACHING - http://marcsklar.com/discoverycall/

FREE LINKS

Fertility Guide - http://marcsklar.com/fertilityguide/

Unexplained Infertility training https://marcsklar.com/unexplainedinfertility/

Fertility Anti Aging - https://marcsklar.com/fertilityantiaging_guide/

The Doctor's Links DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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We are right there with you in the process of growing our families, and in this episode, we take you through the top 3 areas of focus each of us are prioritizing as we prep for the big transitions we both have coming up in the next few months. For Dr. Leah, it’s optimizing her health to conceive her second child, and for me Dr. Morgan, it’s preparing for the birth and postpartum of my fourth child. Dr. Leah leads you through her personal preconception journey, including what supplements she is taking and dietary or lifestyle steps to optimize the transfer, and for me Dr. Morgan, I outline my main focus points for the rest of my pregnancy, and then how I am making different planning decisions for my home birth as well as preparing those around me for a supported postpartum. Let’s dive in!

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES MENTIONED:

1. 23: All About Weaning: Philosophy, How To, and Factors to Consider

2. 04: Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters

3. 22: Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It

4. Medley non-toxic couch
5. Dr. Leah's Lady Part Repair Protocol all about vaginal microbiome optimization
6. Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula, a comprehensive self-paced course to
7. Needed's Stress Support for preconception or postpartum, use code DRGORDON or DRMORGAN for 20% off your first order
8. The Red Tent, the book
9. Reel: What I Eat in the Day at 9 Weeks Pregnant
10. Reel: What I Eat in the Day at 22 Weeks Pregnant
11. Free Birth Society Podcast, for birth stories
12. Birth Hour Podcast, for birth stories
13. From the Heart, hear Rachel Brathen's (Yoga Girl) birth story
14. Instagram accounts to read birth stories: @beautifulonemidwifery , @roseuncharted , @lindseymeehleis , @monetnicolebirths

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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We are back for part 2 of navigating relationships while trying to conceive. In this episode, we dive deeper into sex and intimacy. We discuss libido and sex while trying to conceive, during infertility, after pregnancy loss, connection with your partner, and relationship dynamics and advice. This episode is packed full of practical tips on how to navigate the complexity of this, what struggles with intimacy or sex in women and men may mean about your fertility, and we share our own personal experiences in this department. This is one of our favorite episodes so far!

RESOURCES Wanting to Want It: The Low Down on Low Libido - podcast episode #15

Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It - podcast episode #22

The 5 Love Languages -book

COURSES Master Your Cycle - Dr. Leah's cycle mastery course

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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What is it like to be someone going through infertility while others around you conceive easily - or vice versa? And how can you best support someone who is going through infertility? Relationship dynamics while trying to conceive, or while supporting someone who is trying to conceive, can be tricky to manage - and we are no strangers to how this can play out in a close friendship. Join us in this two-part series where we share our personal relationship story of how easy conceiving versus infertility affected our friendship, and follow along as we unpack several complex concepts like understanding your triggers, using non-violent communication and strong boundary setting, neurolinguistic programming, as well as many practical tips on how to move through the difficult emotions that come up throughout this process.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 1. Supporting friends going through infertility and the types of things to say, or avoid saying: Episode #18: "Just Relax" and the Wisdom Behind Fertility Energy

1. Non-Violent Communication, the book

2. Neurolinguistic Programming

3. The Five Personality Patterns: Your Guide to Understanding Yourself and Others and Developing Emotional Maturity, the book

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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Is it normal to pee when you sneeze? Can you lift weights while pregnant? What’s the best way to start working out again after having a baby? Join us this week as we talk with pelvic floor physical therapist, Dr. Lauren mallari-Snyder, to dispel common myths, discuss dysfunction versus health, vaginal versus cesarean birth recovery, prolapse, urinary AND fecal incontinence and so, so much more.

Info from Episode:   https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtHmPlwKnXy/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D 

Dr. Lauren's Website:  https://www.sdthrive.com/ 

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com 

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/ 

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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You all had so many questions from the first round that we had to make a part two so that we could answer all of your questions! In this Q&A episode, we get into topics like how we personally handle conflict with our partners, lanolin use for nipple healing, how much we both weigh, how to handle people around you wearing perfume, melatonin and caffeine in pregnancy and what if you and your partner disagree on the number of children to have, and more! We get into some nitty gritty around general conflict resolution in this episode, which is something not enough people talk about so we are happy to break open that conversation as it pertains to the world of fertility toxins on coworkers or handling disagreements with your spouse- let's go!

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com 

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/ 

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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We said, "Ask us anything" and now we are responding. In this Q&A episode, we answer a few of the top questions we received from our listeners. We dive into what implantation bleeding looks like, the pros and cons of IUDs AND vasectomies, Phexxi birth control and its impact on the vagina, anxiety in the first trimester, chronic constipation in kids, and how to raise progesterone and testosterone. We share our real-life vulnerable answers to some of these questions and as always aim to help teach and empower you along your journey on becoming or being a mother, wherever you land on that spectrum. So without anymore delay, let's get started!

Free Optimal Lab Ranges Guide - CLICK HERE 

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES  

Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com 

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/ 

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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How in the world do you begin weaning your child, and when can you safely start? In this episode we talk in detail about factors to consider for night weaning and day weaning (because they are different), as well as my personal, yet also tried and true method of how to organize and approach the topic with your child in a way that respects their emotions AND respects the milk in your boobs so you're at less risk for clogged ducts or mastitis. We discuss weaning babies versus toddlers, whether or not you need to give them replacement milk, and explain the signs and symptoms of post weaning depression, which unfortunately is rarely talked about. We ALSO talk about trying to conceive while breastfeeding or throughout weaning, and share our maybe unpopular opinions about optimal age gaps between children. Here we go!

Additional notes:

THE SMOOTHIE recipe (to feed 3-4 people):

• 2 tablespoons seed mix: flax, hemp, chia
• 1 piece fresh fruit: banana or something similar
• 1-2 cups frozen organic berries 3-4 tablespoons nut butter or coconut mana, or the fat from canned coconut milk or 1/2 avocado for fat
• Several big handfuls of mixed greens or spinach (we freeze ours so it lasts longer)
• Protein powder if you wish (something clean like a pure grassfed whey, collagen, or pea protein if vegan is fine)
• Greens powder, like a super greens or super foods powder
• 1/2 the blender full of organic real orange juice (or not if you prefer)
• 1/2 the jug full of filtered water
• Blend well and keep adding liquid if it's too thick!

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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What are toxins and what is a detox? Why is detoxing important to do before you become pregnant? In this episode we unpack the buzz word "detox" and discuss what detoxing actually is, why it's important to do before becoming pregnant, and how to do it. We share some of our favorite tips and how to find the balance between awareness and overwhelm. This is an important topic, so let's dive in!

Dr. Leah's Detox Support: 

https://www.womanhoodwellness.com/courses

Favorite Low-Tox Products

https://www.womanhoodwellness.com/products 

DOCTOR'S WEBSITES  

Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com 

Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/ 

Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com

Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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