Making Sense of Motherhood

Postpartum Depression with Dr Jill Satin

This episode is for everyone - whether you are an expecting a baby,  new parents or still within the first 12 months postpartum.  We do not spend enough time talking about postpartum depression in the hospital before you go home and throughout the first year but Dr Jill and I sit down and talk about it.  Current statistics report 1 in 4 women experience postpartum depression . Women with postpartum depression may experience emotional highs and lows, frequent crying, fatigue, guilt, anxiety a...

Toilet Learning: When and Where to Start with The Mama Coach

Is your toddler between the ages of 18-24 months and starting to show you signs they are ready to use the potty? Before you start this episode is a must! Carrie Bruno and I talk about when to start potty training and signs your toddler is really ready to use the toilet. We also share about parenting and poo! Join my Toilet Learning Workshop: Saturday Feb 6, 2021 2:00-4:00pm EST For more information & to register click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toliet-learning-workshop-tickets-1374...

How To Go From Two Naps To One

What To Eat When You're Pregnant

Healing Stress In The Body with Riikka Wilson

Do you ever wonder how stress manifests in our bodies as parents? As moms we take on a lot of stress and sometimes we  don't realize the impacts it has on our body, mind and spirit.  Riikka helps us understand how our stress affects our body’s ability to move, and gain strategies to offload stress for a more restored sleep. Riikka is a Certified Movement Coach who's passion is to make movement accessible and enjoyable. Riikka specializes in somatic integrative movement, core restoration, st...

Toilet Learning Methods

Most children do best with Toilet Learning (potty training) after the age of two because they are developmentally ready and are less likely to hold their pee and poop. When we work with a family on Toilet Learning one of our biggest assessments is the 9 signs of readiness.  This assessment tells us if your toddler is ready to start.  Listen to today's episode to learn more about our two methods; Child Led and Parent Led and why one might be better for your little one. If you want to learn m...

Blocked Ducts & Mastitis

Are you a Mamapreneur?

I've been a Registered Nurse for almost 16 years and a mom for 5 years ... I never thought I would also be an entrepreneur.  Our life takes us on the wildest and most beautiful ride. Do you have a side hustle? Are you also a mamapreneur or thinking about becoming one when your mat leave ends?  Amy Thompson, founder of The Mom Market and mom of 2 shares her journey from a 9-5 job to taking a leap and becoming a mamapreneur. Amy has many great tips for us new and seasoned mamapreneurs, I lea...

Hypnobirthing

Are you in the midst of writing your birth plan or thinking about how you'd like your labour and delivery to play out? If so, this episode is for you! We take a deep dive into hypnobirthing.  Hypnobirthing was not common or something I had heard of when I was working in Labour & Delivery but it has really picked up interest over the past couple of years. Birth is an unknown event in our lives, we know we will have a baby but we don't know how painful it will be and if we can cope with the p...

Fertility & Our Diet

Approximately 1 in 6 couples struggle with fertility. I can say I was one of them and it came as a shock. If you are starting out your fertility journey or finding that you are meeting some roadblocks this episode is for you. What we eat can affect our bodies in so many ways and it shouldn't surprise us that it affect fertility as well. Sacha and I talk all about what you and your partner can do (and eat) to not only increase your chances of getting pregnant but also set your body beautifu...

Antenatal Hand Expression: How to build a freezer stash before your baby arrives!

Are you wondering what the heck that even is? Sounds crazy, I know! Collecting breastmilk for your baby while pregnant has three major benefits and I will be sharing them with you in this episode. You can also continue hand expressing once your baby is born and help increase your milk supply.  To have an Antenatal Hand Expression kit and course sent to you connect with me at [email protected]. Course + Kit $49.99 Canadian. Work with me: https://themamacoach.ca/coaches/sandra-everets/ ...

Newborn Sleep

You've just brought your newborn home from the hospital, everything is going well - you're finding your groove with feeding and your body is healing! After a couple weeks at home your sleeping newborn is awake more, difficult to put down for naps, fussy and if naps happen they last 30 minutes. Ugh! This is so frustrating and you are starting to feel the effects on sleep deprivation. Join myself and Carrie Bruno, RN IBCLC & founder of The Mama Coach as we talk about the science behind newborn...

Creating Movement & Joy in our Life as Mamas

Who doesn't love to dance? Does dance bring you joy and a way to express yourself? Janet Castillo joins me in this episode as we talk about how to create movement and joy in our lives as Mamas. Movement is not just important for our physical self but our emotional self. Music is therapy! Janet is a powerhouse choreographer, dancer TV personality, mentor and mama here in the GTA! I'm so excited for you to listen to this episode! Join me Friday for #freestylefriday - record a quick video of ...

Prenatal Classes - The Why and What

Congratulations on you pregnancy! I am so thrilled for you, this is such an exciting time in your life! In this episode we look at prenatal classes and why women should take them to prepare for childbirth and postpartum. I touch on what I cover in my NEWEST ONLINE Prenatal classes "The Complete Prenatal Prep Class" and what you can expect. I also let you know about an exciting new prenatal class I am offering. What are you waiting for? Listen now! Follow me on IG @sandrathemamacoach Check o...

Postpartum Rehab

Mama you are not alone in your recovery from pregnancy and childbirth. Dr Lydia Brodie, Chiropractor here in Halton, shares her passion for women's health and recovery through her Postpartum Rehabilitation program. Lydia provides progressive healing through exercise targeting the core, pelvic floor and total body. Her and fellow Grow Co practitioners methodology is aimed at preventing, reducing, and/or resolving symptoms women have been made to think are an inevitable consequence of childbir...

The Dreaded 4 Month Sleep Regression

Where did she go? Your beautiful sleeping baby is now waking up multiple times overnight and/or having short crappy naps? You are completed exhausted and utterly frustrated! Grab a warm drink and download this episode because we are going to talk about the dreaded 4 month sleep regression and what the heck is happening? I'm also going to share with you tips on how you can get sleep back on track! Work with me to help ease the 4 month sleep regression: https://sandra.themamacoach.ca Follow ...

Reducing Mealtime stress with Ahuva

Have you ever spent a lot of time in the kitchen cooking an delicious meal you are looking forward to eating only to have no one eat it? No matter where you are in your motherhood journey meals are stressful! When starting solids you are worried about getting enough food in them and what to foods to focus on. When they are toddlers and preschoolers you struggle with pick eaters.  I want my children to have a good relationship with food and feel the pressures from society so how do I ask a pa...

Torticollis with Meaghan Beam

Does your baby tilt their head in one direction? Have trouble breastfeeding on one side? Work hard to turn toward you and get frustrated when he's unable to turn his head completely? Torticollis is fairly common in newborns and can be caused by their position in the womb. Meaghan Beam RMT CST joins me in epsiode 5 to share her expertise on the causes of Torticollis and how we can help our babies transition from the womb to the world smoother. Where to find Meaghan? IG @mybabycst www.myba...

Latching & How to Ensure a Great Latch from the Start!

You have just run the marathon of labour and birthing your baby, you are exhausted! Women are going home as soon as possible after delivery, and sometimes feeding is not fully established. Ensuring your baby has a big beautiful latch right from the start is a game changer! In this episode I break down how to get your baby to have a great latch so you can feel more comfortable and confident with breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is natural but that does not mean it is easy and I am here for you as...

How to Know Your Baby is Getting Enough Milk

Most mamas find themselves questioning their milk supply at various points along their feeding journey.  In today’s episode I share my knowledge as a Registered Nurse and Lactation Counselor with you on how to know your baby is getting enough milk. If you find yourself doubting your milk supply, look at your baby. Information shared in all episodes of the Making Sense of Motherhood podcast does not substitute medical attention and medical advice by your healthcare provider. If you are concer...

The Science of Sleep

Oh sleep! This word comes with so much emotion as a mom. Sleep is essential at any age, it powers the mind and restores the body. There is no “do this and they will sleep” and as a Mama Coach I help you find sleep in a way that is comfortable for you, your baby and your family.  As a Registered Nurse, its important to look at all aspects that affect sleep – feeding, circadian rhythm, development, environment and more.  In this episode I share with you the science of sleep – this information ...

Introduction

Welcome to the first episode of the Making Sense of Motherhood Podcast! I hope you have found a quiet, comfy spot in your home to listen in. As a Registered Nurse, Mom of 2, Lactation Counselor, Infant & Child Sleep Coach & your Mama Coach my job is to help make your life easier! The Mama Coach is a group of RNs across Canada & the United States that provide you with evidence-based information and programs, support, and a ton of empathy! I am bringing my 15 years of obstetrical nursing exper...