Healthy As A Mother
Episodes
#62: Gut Health, the Microbiome, and Fertility with Dr. Kelsey Stang
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our gut health impacts everything from our immune system, our mood, our hormones, and our ability to become pregnant, stay pregnant, and have a health...
#61: Baby-Led Weaning with Thriving Foundations with Dr. Alyssa
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 futur...
#60: When Things Get Hard
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 motherh...
#59: Adding More Children to Your Family: Considerations + Tips
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 &q...
#58: Endometriosis 101 with Dr. Kelsey Duncan
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you experience painful periods? Are you struggling to conceive? Today Dr Leah interviews Dr. Kelsey Duncan all about endometriosis. We discuss what...
#57: Pregnancy Nausea + Postpartum Fog: An Update From the Doctors
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We love deep-diving into various topics surrounding the journey into and throughout motherhood, not only because we have chosen women's reproduct...
#56: Genetic Testing and Your Fertility Journey with Natalie Samson
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr Leah interviews Natalie Samson, a Board-Certified Genetic Counselor who approaches genetic testing a little differently than ...
#55: Vagina Bugs and the Essential Role They Play
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 whe...
#54: Potty Training 101: What You Need to Know
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#53: Miscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking all about miscarriages with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, naturopathic doctor and endocrinologist. We discuss what the root causes of preg...
#52: Vaccines from a Neurodevelopmental Perspective with Dr. Ari Calhoun
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You asked, and we answered. Today on the podcast we have Dr. Ari Calhoun, a Naturopathic Doctor, and pediatric neurodevelopmental specialist, on to ta...
#51: Trimester Breakdown: Focus Points + Tips
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#50: Making Babies with an Embryologist with Shaun Reed
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
#49: Toxins and Fertility: Living Low-Tox Without the Overwhelm with Aida Garcia-Toledo
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#48: Our Life Updates: Infertility & Postpartum
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 upd...
#47: Top Holiday Tips: How We Navigate Tricky Times
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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, nav...
#46: Dr. Morgan's Postpartum: On Breastfeeding and Nutrition
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#45: TTC During the Holidays: Navigating Emotions with Sadie Ackerman
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 consul...
#44: TTC During the Holidays: Health Tips with Sadie Ackerman
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
#43: Dr. Morgan's Postpartum: On Sleeping and Resting
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 regar...
#42: Dr. Morgan's 4th Home Birth Story
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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....
#41: Mitochondrial Health for Fertility with Dr. Kalea Wattles
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ris...
#40: The Wisdom in Waiting: When TTC or Past Your Due Date
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 wa...
#39: Supporting the Emotional Aspect of the Fertility Journey
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating fertility and infertility can be incredibly emotional and challenging. This is where fertility coaching comes in. Today's episode is f...
#38: Homeopathy During Birth and Postpartum: Top 8 Remedies with Jill Giesinger
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we reap the expert advice of guest Jill Geesinger, certified professional homeopath specializing in the world of pregnancy, postpartum, and ...
#37: First 6 Steps to Take Along Your Fertility Journey
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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&apo...
#36: All About Cesareans: Prevention, Planning, and Healing
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 medi...
#35: Male-Factor Infertility: From a Man's Perspective with Mike Gordon
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 int...
#34: The First 10 Days Postpartum: Top 5 Tips to Thrive
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
#33: Top 5 Considerations for Optimizing IVF Naturally
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#32: The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#31: The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 episo...
#30: Beyond Egg Count: Discussing Ovarian Reserve with Dr. Marc Sklar
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 D...
#29: Top 3 Things Each Doctor is Doing to Prep: Dr. Leah's Conception & Dr. Morgan's Birth
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 p...
#28: Relationships While TTC Part 2: Sex & Intimacy
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#27: The Complexity of Relationships Around Trying to Conceive: Part 1
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#26: All Things Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Lauren Mallari-Snyder, DPT
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 u...
#25: Ask Us Anything: Part 2
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 episo...
#24: Ask Us Anything: Part 1
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 lis...
#23: All About Weaning: Philosophy, How To, and Factors to Consider
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#22: Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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&q...
#21 Postpartum Depression & Anxiety: Five Important Considerations
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Morgan here, and this episode is near and dear to my heart - as I am no stranger to the experience of postpartum depression and anxiety. I feel fo...
#20: Home Birth Turned C-Section: Dr. Leah's Birth Story
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If there is one thing I have learned along my journey toward motherhood it is surrender. Circumstances and events don't always go as planned. The...
#19: Dr. Morgan's Three Home Birth Stories
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Story time! Come along with me as I walk you through my first three home birth stories, and how I plan to prep for my FOURTH birth set for late Octobe...
#18: 'Just Relax' and the Wisdom Behind Fertility Energy
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you trying to conceive? Have you been told to "Just Relax." It's such a common statement to hear along the fertility journey and to...
#17: Developing a Birth Plan
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't let anyone make fun of you for making a birth plan. In this episode, we talk about the idea and energetics of writing a birth plan, all of ...
#16: Egg Quality: An Underrated Essential to Fertility Success
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This important part of fertility can determine whether you conceive, whether you maintain the pregnancy and don't miscarry, and it can impact the...
#15: Wanting to Want It: The Low-Down on Low Libido
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are discussing one of the hottest topics we talk about: low libido, aka low sex drive. What is low libido? How much sex is normal? What facto...
#14: Mastitis and Clogged Ducts: What TO Do and What NOT To Do
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mastitis care guidelines have changed for the better, and this episode teaches you more than just the basic methods of how to manage it. We also discu...
#13: Baby Brain Support in Pregnancy with Dr. Ari Calhoun
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have heard of Autism before, but I bet you have never heard what our special guest doctor has to say about it. Today we interview Dr. Ari Calh...
#12: A Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What in the world is a tongue lie, and how does it affect baby’s ability to breastfeed, eat solids, speak, keep their teeth clean, breathe well, and...
#11: Postpartum Sex: What to Expect and How To Improve It
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a juicy episode, so get ready. We are talking all about postpartum sex, how things can change after baby, what to expect, what to share with y...
#10: Breastfeeding: What to Know BEFORE Your Baby is Born
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Breastfeeding is the next natural step after birthing a baby - but guess what, you AND your baby still have to learn how to do it. In this episode, we...
#09: Body Image from Womanhood to Motherhood with Dr. Cerra Kelly
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking all things body image in pregnancy and postpartum this week, with special guest, Dr. Cerra Kelly naturopathic doctor and women’s rep...
#08: The IVF Fix: When IVF is Needed and When It May Not Be
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I wouldn’t be a mom without IVF and I am so grateful for it. But is IVF always the right choice, or are so many women and couples being shuttled int...
#07: Postpartum Healing: No More Mothers Left in the Dust
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about how to properly take care of YOU during your postpartum period, commonly called the fourth trimester. Our culture places a l...
#06: Sperm Matter: Why We Should Care About Male Fertility
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we unpack why sperm matter, the important role of male fertility, and how it’s drastically declining. We break down how sperm are ma...
#05: Biohacking Birth: What You Need to Know Before You Do It
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready because this is one of my favorite topics of all time. Consider this episode a mini crash course in birth, discussing things like what trigg...
#04: Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is packed full of everything you need for the preconception or prior to pregnancy season. We talk about it all from the moment you decide...
#03: The Birth Control “Cure”: Why Birth Control Is Not the Answer
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this juicy episode, we go over the origin of birth control and its history so you can understand this fully. Then we dive into what exactly birth c...
#02: The Birth System Trap: Pitfalls of Modern Birth
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate realities of the modern industrialized birth system, how it is not conducive to supporting the physiology ...
#01: Start Here: Meet The Docs
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is an introduction to Season 1 of the Healthy As A Mother Podcast. We tell the story of how we met and became college roommates, medical ...