Healthy As A Mother

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

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.

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.

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: herehereDr. Homeo - Homeopathy blogDr. Leah's Joyful Eating Reset coursehere 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.

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.

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: Dr Leah's vagina microbiome course - with protocol for rebalancing vaginal microbiomeNeeded probioticDown to Birth podcast episode on Group B strepJuno 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.

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.

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.

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: Schedule a vaccine consultation with Dr. Ari Calhoun#13: Baby Brain Support in PregnancyIntellexxDNA test informationCochrane 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.

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: Join Dr. Morgan's 6-Week Pregnancy Call Redmond Relyte electrolyte powdersMorning sicknessHomeopathy for morning sicknessNeeded Prenatal and Fish OilTriple Mag by Vital Nutrients 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 HEREHEALTHYMOTHER 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 FOLLOW US HERE: Dr. Morgan: Website | Instagram Dr. Leah: Website | Instagram

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

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

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 HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order Dr. Morgan's Freebie: Postpartum Planning Guide HEREPodcast episode #26: All Things Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Lauren Mallari-Snyder, DPTPodcast episode #36: All About Cesareans: Prevention, Planning, and HealingEvidence-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:

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! Needed Prenatal - our Favorite! Check out our favorite prenatal for before, during, and after pregnancy from Needed. 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/

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! Needed's Egg Quality Support Check out Needed's Egg Quality Support supplement to support your mitochondria here. Use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order! 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/