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"Doctor Mom" Podcast

347 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 281 ratings

Join Stephanie Greunke, registered dietitian, and Dr. Elana Roumell, a naturopathic doctor, both trained in functional medicine and passionate about pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatrics. They invite experts on the show and share personal stories so you leave each episode with practical tips to be a proactive parent!

Past guests have included Dr. Ben Lynch, Dr. Aviva Romm, Dr. Elisa Song, Dr. Alexandra Sacks, Lily Nichols, Ali Miller, Melissa Urban, and Chris Kresser, L.Ac.

Subscribe and join the “Doctor Mom” community so you can feel supported on the journey of motherhood and empowered working with your healthcare providers.

Follow the hosts on Instagram @stephgreunke and @drelanaroumell and visit us at doctormompodcast.com

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Episodes

#324: Life Updates with Steph and Elana

February 06, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and offer support and encouragement for moms. They’re both in the middle of a challenging season navigating loss, emergency home repairs, and family health issues. They share how they’re taking care of themselves physically and mentally despite life’s twists and turns. If life feels extra challenging for you right now or you’re feeling alone in your struggles, this one is for you. Grab a warm beverage and join this honest catch-up with your friend...

#323: Ease "Mom Pains" With Tips You've Never Heard Before with Missy Bunch Movement & Rehab Specialist

January 30, 2024 08:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

Pain is something no one wants to experience and as moms we sure are susceptible to our fair share - be it from weird positions we nurse in, tendonitis of the wrist from holding babies, back pains from lifting our toddlers… the list goes on…. But there are VERY simple and some surprising things we can do to help us find pain relief.. and quickly!  This is why I invited Missy Bunch to today’s episode. She has a unique approach to pain relief that I’ve never heard of before and I became FASI...

#322: Healthy Sleep Solutions with Cara Walker from The Well Rested Mama

January 23, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

Sleep issues can cause a lot of stress for the entire family! I am a mother just like you, so I can empathize with multiple night-wakings and sleep-deprived seasons. This is why I invited sleep expert Cara Walker from Well Rested Mama to do this interview with me and help teach about sleep. In this episode we talk about the circadian rhythm and at what age it develops, what normal expectations to have with sleep issues for our littles, how to establish healthy sleep habits at any age, tips...

#321: Raising Resilient Kids with Matt Beaudreau

January 16, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Steph interviews Matt Beaudreau, a provocative thought leader in educational and personal development. They have an open, honest conversation about what it means to raise resilient kids, especially young men, in today’s chaotic world. Matt has dedicated his life’s work to helping kids and young adults have more self-direction, confidence, a strong sense of character and personal responsibility. With experience as a teacher and the founder of Acton Academy Placer Schools and Apogee Strong, he...

#320: Pediatric Brain Health Tips Every Doctor Mom Should Know with Dr. Ari Calhoun, ND

January 09, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MB

If you have a child with neurodevelopment disorders like Autism, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, or Sensory Processing Disorder or, want to be proactive and learn ways to help prevent these disorders in your child, this is a must-listen-to episode! I interviewed Dr. Ari Calhoun, owner of Wholesome Brain Medicine, and she shares updated research on various triggers that can cause neurodevelopmental issues along with provides hope by sharing well-studied neutraceutical supplements along with lifestyle th...

#319: How Nature Play Sparks Brain Development with Kim Willson Pediatric OT

January 02, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Occupational therapy isn’t just a fancy clinic where kids who struggle go for therapy. Imagine a clinic being the great outdoors! Using nature as a kids backdrop to spark brain development is what we discuss in today’s episode with Kim Wilson, OT of Natures Path.  During this episode we learn what occupational therapy really is. Do kid’s have an occupation they need therapy for? Hint: A kids occupation is PLAY! To use kids play, especially in the outdoors, has SO many benefits. In toda...

#318: K-12 Education: What Kids Need To Thrive with Ana Lorena Fabrega

December 26, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

Steph interviews Ana Lorena Fabrega about alternative education. Ana is a teacher turned edupreneur, and the Chief Evangelist at Synthesis. Ana is also the author of the book, The Learning Game, which is a guide for parents to help their kid(s) think for themselves, embrace challenge, and love learning. Ana shares why we need to rethink traditional schooling in order to help our younger generations better prepare for the game of life.Through stories and practical tools, you’ll walk away with...

#317: Healthy Holiday Cooking with Holistic Mom MD Dr. Madiah Saeed

December 19, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Who else struggles with all of the sugar and processed food that comes with the holiday season? You are far from alone! On today’s episode, I chat with the incredible Dr. Madia Saeed - she is not only a holistic medical doctor, mother of 5, and author of numerous books - she is also incredible in the kitchen! She has the gift of being able to feed large groups with ease using the highest quality ingredients producing an array of delicious and nutrient-dense recipes.   I had the pleasure ...

#316: How To Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself with Dr. Morgan Cutlip

December 12, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Steph interviews Dr. Morgan Cutlip about practical strategies to feel good in motherhood and in your relationships. Dr. Morgan Cutlip, PhD is a highly sought-after relationship expert. She knows what it feels like to lose yourself in motherhood, and she’s determined to help mothers navigate it better.  In this episode, they discuss what it means to “lose yourself” in motherhood and how to find yourself again; core conflicts moms are facing that make motherhood challenging; and how informatio...

#315: Life Updates + a Sneak Peek of Season 11

December 05, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

Steph and Elana share exciting life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From Elana’s recent move to Steph’s newest family member, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. With guest interviews spanning topics like raising resilient kids, sleep solutions for tired parents, and healthy holiday cooking hacks, you’re in for a treat with Season 11. Topics Discussed: Elana’s move to Idaho Life with a new puppy He...

#314: Life Updates with Steph and Elana

October 03, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and offer support and encouragement for moms. From navigating behavioral concerns in their kids to introducing a new family member in Steph’s family, to a new home for Elana’s family, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. They share how they navigate tantrums, how to not take things as personally as a mom, and their process for making major life decisions. You don’t want to miss their exciting life updates...

#313: "Baby-proofing" the Relationship and Marriage with Ivy Joeva

September 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Steph interviews Ivy Joeva, a fertility coach, doula and birth educator who emphasizes the mind-body connection and includes the physical, emotional, sexual and spiritual aspects of care. They discuss common reasons couples struggle during their journey of preconception, pregnancy, and parenthood. She shares how she helps couples overcome challenges and thrive in parenthood. Ivy even dives into emotionally-charged topics like how couples can navigate infertility, what to do when there’s desp...

#312: Why Moms Deny Their Own Needs and What to Do About It with Elise Loehnen

September 19, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MB

Steph interviews Elise Loehnen, the author of the instant New York Times bestseller On Our Best Behavior and host of  Pulling the Thread, a podcast focused on pulling apart the stories we tell about who we are—and then putting those threads back together. Steph and Elise discuss the ways patriarchy impacts how women see themselves and what they police in each other. They discuss how the seven deadly sins impacts moms. Elise shares how the fear of sloth, gluttony, and envy leads to burnout, l...

#311: What Parents Should Know About Kids Sports with Coach Milo Bryant

September 12, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Coach Milo who is the founder of the Coalition for Launching Active Youth (C.L.A.Y.), an organization established to help the fight against sugar, boredom, video games, televisions, and adults who have lost their inner child. Coach Milo gets children, and those of us not so childlike, moving nationally and internationally. He has lectured and been a part of seminars, presenting to Olympic committees and National Sports organizations, in more than two dozen countries, e...

#310:Rethinking School to Foster a Love of Learning with Laura Sandefer of Acton Academy

September 05, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

Steph interviews Laura Sandefer, co-founder of Acton Academy, a revolutionary design for K-12 learning. Acton is dedicated to inspiring each child to see life as a Hero's Journey, where someone with curiosity and character can find a 'calling’ and foster a true love of learning. Steph shares examples of how the transition out of public school to Acton Academy has significantly impacted her children’s happiness and education. They discuss how children can embrace heroism versus victimhood, th...

#309: Reversing Dental Cavities in Kids with Dr. Leedia

August 29, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Dr. Elana interviews biological dentist, Dr. Leedia who is revolutionizing the way we think about oral health. Her approach focuses on overall wellness, long-term disease prevention, and empowerment through education. As a mother of two wonderful girls, Dr. Leedia recognizes the importance of women's dental health and early childhood dental education, making these areas a particular focus in her practice. Currently, dental decay is the most common chronic disease in children worldwide, cau...

#308: How to Feel Like a Goddess in Motherhood with Nicole Katz

August 22, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MB

Steph interviews Nicole Katz, a mother of two, long time yoga therapist and yogi of over 20 years. In this episode, they discuss how little we support moms during the birthing process and how that greatly affects their mothering journeys afterwards. They share why women should feel like a goddess during labor and how to create the most goddess like experience for yourself. Nicole gives listeners tools to support their birth and/or heal from a difficult birth and why that’s important as you a...

#307: Testing Mama and Baby's Microbiome with Cheryl Sew Hoy of Tiny Health

August 15, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Cheryl Sew Hoy, the CEO & Founder of Tiny Health, a gut microbiome startup that focuses on expecting parents and their babies. Tiny Health is the first ever baby gut health test to ever come to the market where parents can order directly, without the need of a doctor’s order.  During this interview, we dive deep into what to expect from a baby's microbiome from birth and through the first 1,000 days of life. We review how a baby's microbiome differs from adults' and wh...

#306: How to Cultivate an Abundance Mindset During Tough Times with Ciara Burton

August 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MB

Steph interviews her personal life coach, Ciara Burton, about how moms can overcome common barriers like burnout, relationship struggles, and overwhelm. Ciara is known as “The Life Coach for Moms,” because she truly gets the unique struggles and barriers moms face on their road to finding themselves during this season. Ciara has created a unique brand that’s freeing Mothers of anxiety and uncertainty by helping them return “HOME” to themselves.  Her unconventional approach has helped hundred...

#305: Life Updates + a Sneak Peek of Season 10 with Steph and Elan

August 01, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From Elana’s multi-state road trip coming to an end (maybe?) to starting new hobbies in their late 30s and reconnecting in person for a “Doctor Mom” meetup, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. They’re looking forward to sharing interviews with guests who have made a major impact in their life. You’re in for a treat with Season 10. To...

#304: Life Updates with Steph and Elana

June 06, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

Steph and Elana share life updates to wrap up season 9. They share highlights and surprises from Elana’s cross-country adventure, how homeschooling and alternative schooling is going for their kids, unique ways to celebrate your birthday, how to find your rhythm with work/life “balance”, and more! They share their highs and lows and leave you with things to consider on your journey to and through motherhood. They also share a NEW “save the date” for a Doctor Mom meet-up in Wisconsin!  Topi...

#303: How to Supercharge Energy, Become Resilient, and Feel Better than Ever with Dr. Molly Maloof, MD

May 30, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

Steph interviews Dr. Molly Maloof, MD about how moms can increase their energy and resilience through simple steps that support mitochondrial health. She shares the science of manifestation and how women have the ability to create whatever they want, how to change your diet and lifestyle to better support perimenopause, what to focus on first with your health, and the importance of connection and sexual health. Dr. Molly is on the frontier of personalized medicine and biofeedback-assisted li...

#302: "Unjunk" Your Little Eaters - Tips from Bernadette Abraham author of UNJUNK: How to Raise Healthy Eaters in a Processed World

May 23, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Bernadette Abraham, author of the book UNJUNK: How to Raise Healthy Eaters. This book is a go-to resource for parents looking to empower their children to make sound food choices for themselves.   Bernadette educates the reader on the food industry and explains which foods to avoid, which to encourage, and how to transition to healthier eating. Her practical approach, with feeding strategies and budget in mind, recipes, and even puzzles and games for children, offers a...

#301: Why You Need More Minerals with Amanda Montalvo, RD

May 16, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Steph interviews guest Amanda Montalvo. Amanda is a women’s health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. She’s also well known for her extensive understanding of mineral testing and supporting women to replete minerals to optimize their health. Amanda and Steph discuss what’s missing from conventional (and even functional) treatment plans for PCOS, hypothyroidism and estrogen dominance. She shares what pregnancy, postpartum,...

#300: Homeopathy Homeschool Curriculum with Paola Brown

May 09, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Paola Brown for the second time - she was on our podcast last season on Episode 286 sharing “How to Save Homeopathy”.” As president and founder of Americans for Homeopathy Choice, Paola advocates for the growing number of mothers and other homeopathy users who want to protect their right to choose homeopathy. In addition to her advocacy work, Paola is also a teacher and established author.  Her latest project, Teach Me Health & Homeopathy, is a comprehensive and engagi...

#299: Every Mom Is an Athletic Mom with Liz Wolfe, NTP

May 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Steph interviews Liz Wolfe, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, best-selling author, and co-founder of the Athletic Mom Program. Athletic Mom helps moms (and ANYONE who needs the most efficient and impactful workouts possible) to own their inner athlete and feel better in their body. Liz and Steph talk about challenges and opportunities in motherhood including disconnecting from social media, avoiding the comparison trap, prioritizing protein, and mindful movement as we age. If you’re intere...

#298: Kid's Detox Protocols with Dr. Michelle Young, ND

April 25, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Michelle Young - a fellow pediatric naturopathic doctor. Dr. Michelle and Dr. Elana go way back - when Michelle was a student she would shadow Dr. Elana  - watching how she treated her patients and how she conducted her vaccine consults. Now Dr. Michelle is a licensed doctor herself and Dr. Elana is SO proud to call her a colleague. Dr. Michelle does incredible work with her patients and also offers online programs to help support moms and kids around the world. You ...

#297: How to Lose Weight in a Healthy Way with Michelle Shapiro, RD

April 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

Steph interviews Michelle Shapiro, an integrative/ functional registered dietitian about how to approach body composition change and health in a more holistic way. Michelle has helped over 1000 clients reverse their anxiety, heal their gut issues and approach their weight lovingly. Michelle is vocal in the functional nutrition space about bridging the gap between body positivity and intentional health changes. In this episode, they talk about the diet industry, health at every size movement,...

#296: Campervan Travelling with Littles - Tips with Laura Bruner from Radical Roots

April 11, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

Dr. Elana interviews outdoor enthusiast mama Laura Bruner - she’s a certified nutrition consultant, Level 3 CrossFit Trainer, cohost of the Modern Mamas Podcast, and mama to Evie Wilder and Indie Bo. Laura has extensive experience both in van camping and tent camping with her family and shares a number of tips for mamas who are interested in traveling with their littles.  Laura had lots of great tips on how mamas can let go and surrender to the mess of travel while focusing on the benefits...

#295: Life Updates + A Sneak Peek of Season 9

April 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MB

Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From Elana’s multi-state road trip and adjusting to life on the road to finding alignment with work and self-care, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood. They also share a “save the date” for a Doctor Mom meet-up in Wisconsin! Steph and Elana will reach 300 episodes and 2 million downloads this season, so they’re planning a fun surprise f...

#294: Life Updates with Steph and Elana

February 21, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Steph and Elana share major life updates including potential Doctor Mom meetups across the country! As moms, they are experiencing life's ups and downs right along with you. They invite you into what’s happening in their worlds. From major life changes like traveling the country to pulling kids out of public school to finding their rhythm with work and family, you’ll learn what these “Doctor Moms” are doing to live life in alignment with their values. They encourage you to take risks, trust ...

#293: Matching Nature Time with Screen Time with 1000 Hours Outside

February 14, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

Steph interviews Ginny, the founder of 1000 Hours Outside. Ginny is a is a Michigan homeschooling mother of five and a thought-leader in the world of nature-based play and its benefits for children. Her 1000 Hours Outside Challenge spans the globe and many people from all walks of life look to her for inspiration as well as practical tips on how to put down the screens and get outside. In this episode, Steph and Ginny explore the benefits of outdoor time for kids and how it helps children th...

#292: Deaf/Hard of Hearing - a Mama’s Story with Dr. Michelle Hu from Mama Hu Hears

February 07, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Dr. Elana interviews guest Dr. Michelle Hu, a pediatric audiologist, mother of 3 and is a wearer of bilateral cochlear implants. Michelle is an advocate for the DHH community - DHH stands for deaf/hard of hearing. This is a community we have not yet honored on our podcast, and we couldn’t have chosen a better guest than Dr. Michelle. Michelle is the founder of Mama Hu Hears, a space for DHH individuals and their families to access resources and to provide a source of strength and hope for ...

#291: Using Homeopathy to Help with Sleep with Dr. Payam Hakimi from Boiron

January 31, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Payam Hakimi, a board-certified family physician who combines his knowledge of medicine with specialized alternative medical modalities to create a comprehensive medical practice. He is currently the medical director of Body of Harmony in Beverly Hills, CA. and Miami, FL. Dr. Hakimi practices Integrative and Functional Medicine, IV Nutrition, Stem Cell Therapy, Anti-aging Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation and Cranial Osteopathy, and Clinical Homeopathy. While finish...

#290: Answering Home Birth Questions with Sarah Bivens

January 24, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

Steph interviews Sarah Bivens about home births. Both Steph and Elana have had home births and have shared their experiences in past episodes, but wanted to offer another story and insight into the world of home births. Sarah is the co-creator of Doing It At Home, a podcast and community helping parents to feel confident, prepared and excited for home birth. In this episode, Sarah shares her best advice for parents navigating the decision about whether or not to have a homebirth. They talk a...

#289: Babies Microbiome with Dr. Gabriela Sheets from Needed

January 17, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Gabriela Sheets, a human biologist and mama who has spent over a decade researching the early development of the infant microbiome (how babies acquire important microorganisms in and on their bodies). Her research has earned her numerous grants and awards, yet her passion lies in sharing this information with those who can make the most difference for the next generation: moms!  In her time away from her deliciously wild three year old, Gabriela consults with mamas...

#288:Creating and Owning Your Boundaries with Melissa Urban

January 10, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MB

Steph interviews Melissa Urban about setting effective boundaries. Melissa is the co-founder and CEO of Whole30 and an authority on helping people create lifelong healthy habits. She acknowledges that it’s not always easy to set boundaries, but that doing so will set you free. Melissa shares tips for navigating issues with in-laws, how to navigate differences in opinion when it comes to feeding your kids, common mistakes people make when setting boundaries, and scripts you can use to ease in...

#287: Rethinking Prenatal and Postpartum Nutrition with Lily Nichols, RDN

January 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MB

Steph interviews Lily Nichols about all things prenatal and postpartum nutrition. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and relatable. She is the author of two bestselling books, Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. In this episode, Lily shares information about protein needs for women, conc...

#286: How to Save Homeopathy with Paola Brown and Laura Held with Americans for Homeopathy Choice

December 27, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

There has been a recent threat to homeopathy worrying mothers around the country. Some of us lose sleep at night with the idea that homeopathy may be taken away from us - the idea that we visit our health food store to not see our favorite trusted remedies on the shelves seems unimaginable and quite frankly wrong. We worry for our children, for our grandchildren. Many of us rely on homeopathic remedies to help our children when sick - they are our go-to Doctor Mom tool. How can this be? Re...

#285: Master Your Mind, Elevate Your Energy with Stephanie Kwong

December 20, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MB

Steph interviews Stephanie Kwong, co-founder of the Rapid Rewire Method (RRM). Stephanie has spent over a decade in the personal development industry, having worked as a Subconscious Rewiring coach, Hypnotherapist, Breathwork Facilitator, teacher of Self-Love, and now she’s serving her divine calling as the Co-Founder of the Rapid Rewire Method.  In this episode, they discuss the process she used to overcome deep grief after a miscarriage. She provides encouragement that shifting from a li...

#284: Picky Eating Tips With Alyssa Miller, RD from Nutrition for Littles

December 13, 2022 08:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Alyssa from Nutrition for Littles. Alyssa is a registered dietitian, picky eating specialist, and mom of three who understands feeding picky kids is no easy task. She believes in using gentle approaches to help kids eat more foods and balance their diet. She has been a practicing dietitian for nearly 10 years. She is the founder of Nutrition for Littles, host of the Nutrition for Littles podcast, and creator of Table Talk, the picky eating course that teaches you to be t...

#283: Life Updates + A Sneak Peek of Season 8

December 06, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

Steph and Elana highlight major life updates and give you a sneak peek into the expert interviews for this season. From moving, to childcare and school changes, to new wellness routines, to job transitions, there’s a lot happening as they travel through different seasons of motherhood.  They also share what’s going on with the rise in childhood sickness and offer a reassuring, optimistic perspective which often isn’t discussed. It’s tough navigating frequent sickness, but we’ll get through i...

#282: Rapid Fire Q&A with Steph and Elana

October 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MB

Steph and Elana answer a broad range of questions about postpartum, submitted by listeners just like you! They cover questions related to creating a nourishing postpartum sanctuary and dream team to support you. The talk about the different phases of postpartum including the joys, hard moments, and opportunities available in each stage. Steph and Elana provide encouragement to those who are about to enter the postpartum stage of their life as well as those entering later stages of motherhood...

#281: How Are You, Really? Living Your Truth with Jenna Kutcher

October 11, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

Steph interviews Jenna Kutcher about cultivating a life that’s in alignment with your passion and values. Jenna is the powerhouse mama behind the New York Times best-seller "How Are You, Really?".  She’s also the host of the top-rated podcast, Goal Digger, a digital marketing expert, self-education mastermind, book-writing, data-obsessed algorithm avenger, detail-loving self-care activist, stubborn-as-heck achiever and individualist, small town puppy parent, frequent flier, margarita mixolog...

#280: Birth Options with Doula Carson Meyer from Needed

October 04, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Dr. Elana interviews doula, Carson Meyer, to help inspire birth options. Whether you choose a home birth or hospital birth for your birth experience, there truly is no right or wrong way. Knowing your options and making choices based on education is what will truly end in an empowered birth! Carson happened to be the doula for our friends over at Needed, one of our podcast partners. One of the founders, Ryan Woodbury, worked closely with Carson and learned so much from her wisdom that going ...

#279: How to Make Mom Friends with Michelle Kennedy of Peanut

September 27, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

Steph interviews Michelle Kennedy about how to make like-minded mom friends! Michelle is the founder and CEO of Peanut. Peanut is a free app that helps connect moms nearby and have conversations across meaningful topics from sex and feminine health to IVF, pregnancy, first years, midlife and beyond. With over 2M+ women using the app, Peanut has become a coveted destination for women looking to connect, ask questions and find support.  In this episode, they openly share their own struggles ...

#278: Organ Meats for Mama and Baby with Ashleigh VanHouten the Muscle Maven

September 20, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.3 MB

Dr. Elana interviews Ashleigh VanHouten on the topic of Organ Meats! She was recommended by our friends over at Paleovalley @paleovalley and so glad they connected us and she has so much passion and knowledge to share!  They talked about why mamas and kiddos should consider adding organ meats to their diets and she shared some favorite recipes along with a mom hack on how to use Paleovalley’s Organ Complex Capsules in place of cooking organ meats as an option.  They also talked about how c...

#277: Elana’s Birth Story: Welcoming Baby #3

September 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MB

Dr. Elana shares her birth story with baby #3! Adena Mae recently joined the Roumell family and her arrival has been a beautiful, healing experience. Dr. Elana walks us through her journey including how the last few months of her pregnancy went, what happened as she approached her “guess date”, and her magical birth story. Elana shares how she worked with practitioners on both physical and mental resilience, allowing her to experience labor and delivery with less attachment to the outcome. T...

#276: How To Cultivate Psychological Flexibility During Changing Times with Dr. Diana Hill

September 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Summary: Steph interviews Dr. Diana Hill about how to cultivate resilience and psychological flexibility. Dr. Diana Hill takes the most cutting edge, compassion-focused psychological science and helps you apply it to your daily life. In this interview, she helps us learn tools to skillfully adapt to life’s ongoing challenges, live more aligned with our values, and find fulfillment. Moms are increasingly feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out, and often aren’t provided with informat...

#275: Letting Kids Lead: Self-Directed Nutrition with Austin McGuffie

August 30, 2022 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

Steph interviews Austin McGuffie (a.k.a Metabolism Mentor), about self-directed nutrition for kids. Austin is passionate about distilling confusing nutrition topics into easy-to-understand pieces of content that the general public and kids can understand. He believes that providing education leads to autonomy around food and helps kids make better choices. In the episode, they discuss how to approach nutrition education with kids in a way that balances freedom and oversight. They share their...

Guests

Lily Nichols
3 Episodes
Cassy Joy
2 Episodes
Cassy Joy Garcia
2 Episodes
Dr. Becky Campbell
2 Episodes
Dr. Ben Lynch
2 Episodes
Dr. Samantha Brody
2 Episodes
Jolene Brighten
2 Episodes
Arianna Taboada
1 Episode
Chris Kresser
1 Episode
Diana Rodgers
1 Episode
Leanne Vogel
1 Episode
Melissa Hartwig
1 Episode
Sara Dean
1 Episode
Steph Gaudreau
1 Episode
Trina Felber
1 Episode

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