The Superwoman Code
Episodes
045: Why Women Get Burnt Out Before Men
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's true. Women have a higher risk of experiencing burnout before men. There. I said it. Tune into this episode to hear me talk about why...
044: When Was The Last Time You Had a PAP Done? With Dr. Natasha Harlow, MD
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to understanding what's supposed to happen during a PAP smear, why they're important and the science behind HPV there's no better person...
043: Less Is More
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My goal for 2021 isn't really a goal. It's not a word either. It's an idea that maybe I should take a little bit of learning from 2020 and go for...
042: Why Do I Always Get Sick On Vacation?
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why, when you were studying for exams, that you always managed to get sick exactl 24-48 hours after your last exam finished? Or...
041: Put A Little Hygge In It - The Mental Health Tips Episode of 2020
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to pretend that we're getting on a flight and flying across the ocean to Denmark (hi Kristen!) as we dive into the science behind coziness, ...
040: On Being Authentic On Social Media with Crystal Richard
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to PR, there is no better person to talk with than Crystal Richard. And when it comes to telling a story that resonates there is no-one ...
039: There's a Better Way to Self-Care
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What if we got the idea of self care wrong? What is self care isn't about spa days, and buying candles and cozy robes and a glass of wine? What if s...
038: Period Poops Are A Real Thing
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do your bowel movements change around your period? Do you experience constipation in the few days before your period, followed by the most amazing dia...
037: Fighting to End Period Pain with Dr. Nicole Glathe & Elix
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
90% of women have our lives disrupted by menstrual symptoms every month. Taught to believe it's "just part of being a woman," we mask the pain with to...
036: On Your Capacity To Adapt
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A business mentor of mine once taught me to make business decisions based off my capacity. That was four years ago. Today, I work with my patients...
035: How Your Hormones Affect Your Mood
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can our moods be impacted by our hormones? Yes. Dramatically so. From estrogen fluctuations, to pre menstrual syndrome, to premenstrual dysphor...
034: Are Your Periods Heavy? (And What To Do About It)
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to get in the flow with your flow? This episode is dedicated to everything heavy, bloody and flowy... yes. Today on the podcast I'm t...
033: Lessons for Our Daughter with Tanya Salituro, Founder of CanPrev
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, founder of CanPrev Tanya Salituro and I are chatting about the things we have learnt, and what lessons we want to pass on to our d...
032: Cancer Tried To Beat Me Three Times... It Didn't with Tanya Salituro, Founder of CanPrev
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When Tanya Salituro faced Cancer for the last time, it was like she had come full circle... for the third time. This mom of four and founder of CanP...
031: Prenatals & Preconception Care - Your Guide
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of The Superwoman Code, I'm talking about one of my favourite things; building the next generation of super humans. Or maybe... h...
030: How Burnout Affects Women
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of The Superwoman Code, I'm chatting all about how burnout effects women specifically. From the effect the HPA Axis has on our di...
029: The PCOS Mini Series: On Fertility with Dr. Laura von Hagen, ND
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show we are joined by one of my favourite people, and best of friends, Dr. Laura von Hagen, ND. She is a naturopathic doctor in Ontario, ...
028: The PCOS Mini Series - Balancing Your Blood Sugars
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The hallmark sign of PCOS isn't actually what you think it is... it all comes down to blood sugars. 70-90% of women diagnosed with PCOS have something...
027: The PCOS Mini Series - Regulating Your Cycle
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Think irregular cycles, heavy bleeding, weird spotting and odd discharge is just the norm? Think again. PCOS shows itself in a variety of areas, and...
026: The PCOS Mini Series - Acne & Skin Changes
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 2 of our 5-part PCOS mini series is focusing in on some of the most visible parts of PCOS... your skin. From deep cystic acne, to dark ha...
025: The PCOS Mini Series - How Do I Know If I Have PCOS?
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) has some hallmark signs like unwanted hair growth, acne, irregular periods and cysts on your ovaries. But more than...
024: Why Adrenal Fatigue Doesn't Exist... But Burnout Does.
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Adrenal Fatigue is a term that is tossed around the functional medicine world, and has been for a long time. But, the science doesn't support it. W...
023: The Four Subtypes of PMS & What They Say About Your Hormones
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
From anxiety, to cravings, to depression, to bloating and hyper hydration - PMS can do a number on our bodies. In this episode of The Superwoman ...
022: Reproductive Rights & Menstrual Activism - A Conversation with Chris Bobel, PhD
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It seems only fitting that we relaunch The Superwoman Code with one of the most intense, beautiful and intelligent conversations we have yet to record...
021: Ten Healthy Habits That Changed My Life
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I'm giving you a sneak peek into how I structure my day, and which habits I try to keep at the forefront of my brain. Do I follow t...
020: How Stress Affects Your Periods
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we dive into the science behind how stress affects your periods, why long term stress can change when your period comes and how you...
019: The Going It Alone Report with Sara Rodrigues, PhD
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show I'm chatting with Sara Rodrigues, a Senior Policy and Research Analyst at the Canadian Mental Health Association, who is the author an...
018: How To Build A Healthy Habit
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show I'm diving into the science of habits and how to build habits that turn into routines, so that you can live a life you love. What We...
017: How To Manage Your Period Pain
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show I'm giving you the science and the support to manage your period pain. What we discussed in this episode: What causes menstrual ...
016: Life Lessons For A New Decade
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Birthday Superwoman! I exit one decade and enter another today, and I've been doing some serious thinking about what lessons and skills I wan...
The Only Diet Advice You'll Ever Need
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, it can be really simple. In this episode I tell you the science behind some of those so called "d...
Making Room For Love In Business with Colette O'Hara
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a way to bring more heart and soul to the way we work? Can a thriving business be built on love? Can the way women operate save the dying bus...
Sleep Is Your Most Important Superpower
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever hear the saying "work hard, play hard"? How about the saying "work hard, sleep hard". That one might be a better choice. When it comes to o...
How Chronic Inflammation Affects Your Periods
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you swell before your period? Rings fit differently, you get bloated and have to find those leggings reserved only for that time of the month? W...
Designing a Purpose-Led Business & Life with Dorothy Spence
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dorothy Spence is a purpose-led, love forward, critical thinking engineer, yoga teacher and master of making connections. As the founder of Purpose Le...
How To Talk To Your Doctor About Your Period
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"I've never been asked any of these questions". I've heard this sentence so many times in my practice I've almost come to expect it. But when it ...
What Is Your Say/Do Gap?
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Once in a while, you have the chance to meet someone who truly gives everything they have to everyone around them. For me, that man was Bruce Phinney....
How Your Hormones Impact Your Mood
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety. Depression. Fatigue. Exhaustion. Burnout. Happiness. Excitement. For us women, our moods can shift depending on our work load, our stres...
Why My Morning Routine is My Superpower with Katelyn Bellefontaine of Elegant Productions
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When I first met Katelyn she had reached out to me about being a guest on her podcast (The Creative Hustle) to chat alllllllllllll about how to avoid...
Why Estrogen Is Your Creative Superpower
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Estrogen can get a bad rap in the medical world. Short of being one of the critical hormones for our female bodies, estrogen can be blamed for everyth...
How To Recognize Burnout Before You Burn Out
04 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Burnout. The word that every busy entrepreneur, young professional, mom and side-hustler uses to describe how they're feeling... or uses as an excuse ...
How to Optimize Your Brain to Multitask (Kind Of...)
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Public opinion persists that women have a biological edge as super-efficient multitaskers... but is this ideal actually supported by evidence? On e...
Recovering from Burnout as an Entrepreneur with Stefanie MacDonald of Halifax Paper Hearts
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to designing a life that is filled with love, care and salty air; Stefanie MacDonald has truly designed a beautiful life. Her company, H...
How to Optimize Your Cycle on an IUD, Birth Control Pill or Depo Shot
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you're ready to start optimizing your cycle, one of the key points in doing so is knowing where you're at within your hormonal cycle. And if y...
Why Women are Superheroes
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We often think of our periods as a few days (or years) of the month where we kind of hate our lives. But over here at The Superwoman Code we firmly ...