"Doctor Mom" Podcast
350 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 281 ratingsJoin 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.
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Episodes
#145: Going Back to Work While Breastfeeding with Robin Kaplan IBCLC
August 06, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBDr. Elana interviews Robin Kaplan, IBCLC about the emotional side of returning to work as a breastfeeding mama and how preparation can make all the difference to reduce anxiety and stress. They cover topics such as a parent’s rights while pumping at work, how to build a freezer stash, and what to do if baby won’t take the bottle. If you are a breastfeeding mama planning to go back to work soon, listen to this episode to get resources and support. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTune...
#144: Med School for Moms
July 30, 2019 06:00 - 49 minutes - 90.3 MBSteph interviews Dr. Elana about her brand new program, Med School for Moms! Dr. Elana is passionate about teaching moms how to safely be a Doctor Mom. Dr. Elana shares about working with many anxious mothers over her years as a doctor. We all want the very best for our kids but may not always know what to do when our child gets sick. Dr. Elana shares insights to help transform worry into confidence along with tips any mom can benefit from. All kids will inevitably get sick, so you want to b...
#143: Podcast Recap–Setting Boundaries and Play Based Therapy
July 23, 2019 06:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap episode 140 (Setting Boundaries to Reduce Burnout with Nedra Glover Tawwab MSW, LCSW) and episode 141 (Play Based Therapy for Kids with Jillian Kelly-Wavering MSSW, LCSW, RPT). This episode highlights key takeaways from the episodes and Steph and Dr. Elana share personal stories of how they effectively use some of these tools in their own relationships with their kids and partners. We’d like to say a special thank you to today’s Podcast Partner: Four Sigmatic, a n...
#142: DHA Testing with OmegaQuant
July 16, 2019 06:00 - 52 minutes - 96.5 MBDr. Elana interviews Kristina Harris Jackson from OmegaQuant, a company that specializes in Omega-3 testing. These beneficial fats are known as Essential Fatty Acids because your body cannot produce them on its own so they must come from your diet. This episode takes a deep dive into the science behind DHA, one of the essential fatty acids. Did you know that some research suggests that low levels of DHA can increase preterm births by 42%? Learn more about the importance of DHA during pregnan...
#141: Play based therapy for kids with Jillian Kelly-Wavering, MSSW, LCSW, RPT
July 09, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBStephanie chats with Jillian Kelly-Wavering, MSSW, LCSW, RPT about play based therapy for kids. She explains what attachment-oriented play therapy is and how it can help create healthy routines, rituals, and even be used for early childhood trauma. Jillian also shares how parents can help their kids with homework without it causing a ton of stress, tension, and frustration. You’ll learn how important play, exploration, and connection is key for early childhood development. We’d like to say...
#140: Setting Boundaries to Reduce Burnout with Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW
July 02, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBStephanie chats with Nedra Glover Tawwab MSW, LCSW about setting healthy boundaries to reduce burn out. They discuss how to be more assertive, why being passive aggressive isn’t the answer, and why being proactive during pregnancy leads to a smoother postpartum. You’ll learn how to ask for help to get your needs met, reduce tension in your relationships, and navigate tricky situations with extended family. You’ll see yourself in one of the many scenarios discussed in this podcast and walk aw...
#139: Recap of Navigating the NICU
June 25, 2019 06:00 - 52 minutes - 95.4 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap this month’s episodes on navigating the NICU. They share key takeaways from each episode and remind mamas of the essential tools they have to help them get through this challenging time. Whether you are currently a mama experiencing the NICU or have a friend you want to support, this episode will help equip you with what you need to transform one of the hardest experiences any mama can go through into hope and reassurance that you can get through this. We are here ...
#138: Healthy High-Risk Pregnancy with Parijat Deshpande
June 18, 2019 06:00 - 53 minutes - 97.2 MBStephanie interviews Parijat Deshpande, leading high-risk pregnancy expert, about mental health and high-risk pregnancies. They discuss how you can turn off the chronic stress response and heal from pregnancy and birth trauma. Stephanie and Parijat also discuss what to do if you’ve experienced trauma and getting pregnant again feels scary. Parijat has a calm, positive outlook on a topic that is incredibly important and often overlooked. This is a must listen for anyone who has experienced tr...
#137: A Year in the NICU with Emily Hughes
June 11, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBStephanie interviews Emily Hughes, a mama who navigated a full year in the NICU with her first born child. Emily shares her story as well as tips for parents who find themselves in the NICU. We discuss what you can do to support friends and family members who have a little one in the NICU and how you can support your mental health through this process. As with Dr. Psota’s story, this one is a tear-jerker and we want to give the disclaimer that it may be triggering. We’d like to say a speci...
#137: A Year in the NICU with Emily Hughes
June 11, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBStephanie interviews Emily Hughes, a mama who navigated a full year in the NICU with her first born child. Emily shares her story as well as tips for parents who find themselves in the NICU. We discuss what you can do to support friends and family members who have a little one in the NICU and how you can support your mental health through this process. As with Dr. Psota’s story, this one is a tear-jerker and we want to give the disclaimer that it may be triggering. We’d like to say a speci...
#136: Navigating the NICU with Dr. Erin Psota, ND
June 04, 2019 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBDr. Elana interviews Dr. Erin Psota, Canadian naturopathic doctor and mother who had to navigate life for 2 months in the NICU with her first born child. This episode may be a tear jerker for some of you mamas, but it sure is a great resource to support you parents who have or are currently navigating life in the NICU. Dr. Psota’s story may be unique in that she had some time before she delivered to plan for her NICU experience. If your story is similar, or you have mama friends with a simil...
#135: Podcast Recap–Anti-Anxiety Diet for Moms with Ali Miller RD
May 28, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MBStephanie and Dr. Elana recap the episode with Ali Miller, registered dietitian and author of the Anti-Anxiety Diet. They share examples of simple meals to support your mental health, their take on reducing caffeine, and how to optimize a vegan/vegetarian diet to support mental health. They also share how their approach to anxiety differs from Ali’s and offer additional supplement recommendations. We’d like to say a special thank you to May’s Podcast Partner: Coconu, an organic coconut-bas...
#134: The Anti-Anxiety Diet with Ali Miller RD
May 21, 2019 06:00 - 54 minutes - 99.5 MBToday Dr. Elana interviews Ali Miller, registered dietitian and author of The Anti-Anxiety Diet. Ali believes wholeheartedly in food as medicine. Today she shares what foods will help calm our thoughts, some foods to avoid, and supplements to support your mood safely while pregnant and/or breastfeeding. We’d like to say a special thank you to May’s Podcast Partner: Coconu, an organic coconut-based lubricant. Get 15% off your order on their website with the code WHOLEMAMAS. Enjoy the list...
#133: Podcast Recap–Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts with Karen Kleiman
May 14, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBStephanie and Dr. Elana recap the episode with Karen Kleiman on the topic of her new book Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts. They discuss why self care is necessary and not just a luxury, how you can figure out what you actually need to feel better, and how to support your mama friends who are struggling. This episode is full of great takeaways for any mama–whether you are currently experiencing some postpartum anxiety or depression or not. We’d like to say a special thank you to May’s Podcast...
#132: Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts with Karen Kleiman
May 07, 2019 06:00 - 55 minutes - 101 MBSteph interviews Karen Kleiman, MSW about her #speakthesecret campaign which helps new moms validate their feelings, share their fears, and start feeling better. Over 90% of new mothers will have scary, intrusive thoughts about their baby and themselves, but many are afraid to tell anyone. Moms are left feeling confused, frustrated, or scared about what these thoughts mean. On this show we reduce the shame and stigma and encourage moms to find a safe place to express themselves. This interv...
#131: Simplified Cleaning Routine with Becky Rapinchuk
April 30, 2019 06:00 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBSteph interviews Becky Rapinchuk aka Clean Mama®, who is a natural cleaning and homekeeping expert. Becky’s daily, simplified cleaning routine is easy-to-follow and takes 30 minutes or less. Learn how to create your own, natural cleaning products and how to create a simple cleaning routine for your family, so you can spend more time enjoying your life. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Disc...
#130: Podcast Recap–Navigating Overwhelm with Dr. Samantha Brody
April 23, 2019 06:00 - 48 minutes - 87.9 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap the episode with Dr. Samantha Brody, naturopathic doctor and author of the book Overcoming Overwhelm: Dismantle Your Stress from the Inside Out. They highlight important points from the episode and discuss further how diet can impact stress, how to identify stressors, and how to communicate effectively with your support system to get the support you need. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Insta...
#129: Navigating Overwhelm with Dr. Samantha Brody
April 16, 2019 06:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MBDr. Elana interviews Dr. Samantha Brody, naturopathic doctor and author of the book Overcoming Overwhelm: Dismantle Your Stress from the Inside Out. Learn why mamas are susceptible to overwhelm and what you can do to overcome stress during challenging times. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: The difference between managing stress and overcoming overwhelm How to identify your...
#128: Podcast Recap–Cook Once, Eat All Week with Cassy Joy Garcia
April 09, 2019 06:00 - 43 minutes - 80 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap the interview with Cassy Joy Garcia about her new book Cook Once, Eat All Week, which is a revolutionary way to get delicious, healthy, and affordable food on the table fast. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Why we love Cassy’s new book Comparing and contrasting our meal prep styles with Cassy’s Why no meal prep method is right or wrong How creat...
#127: Cook Once, Eat All Week with Cassy Joy Garcia
April 02, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MBSteph interviews Cassy Joy Garcia about her new book Cook Once, Eat All Week, which is a revolutionary way to get delicious, healthy, and affordable food on the table fast. She shares how batch-cooking a few basic components can give you an entire week’s worth of dinners with minimal time and effort. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: How Cassy’s meal prep has changed after becom...
#126: Podcast Recap–Improving Birth Outcomes for Black Moms and Babies with Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess
March 26, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 86.7 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap last week’s episode on Improving Birth Outcomes for Black Moms and Babies with Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess. This podcast reviews key takeaways from the episode and highlights important tips that every mom can use to be your own best health advocate during pregnancy and postpartum. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: How to get involved with advocacy if y...
#126: Podcast Recap–Improving Birth Outcomes for Black Moms and Babies with Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess
March 26, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 86.7 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap last week’s episode on Improving Birth Outcomes for Black Moms and Babies with Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess. This podcast reviews key takeaways from the episode and highlights important tips that every mom can use to be your own best health advocate during pregnancy and postpartum. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: How to get involved with advocacy if y...
#125: Improving Birth Outcomes for Black Moms and Babies with Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess
March 19, 2019 06:00 - 59 minutes - 108 MBOn today’s episode, Steph interviews Alexandra Samuel-Sturgess about improving birth outcomes for Black moms and babies. In the United States today, Black women are four times more likely to die from childbirth than white mothers, and Black mothers experience twice the rate of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. As clinically trained social worker, Alex works to improve the Black maternal health crisis by empowering Black women through education and advocacy on pregnancy and postpartum hea...
#124: Podcast Recap–Lead Education, Treatment, and Prevention with Dr. Kulveen Virdee
March 12, 2019 06:00 - 52 minutes - 96.9 MBSteph and Dr. Elana recap the interview on lead education, prevention, and treatment with Dr. Virdee. They share their personal experiences with lead testing, discuss risk factors and treatment, share nutritional considerations and natural approaches, and highlight the importance of using a team approach to address this concern. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Steph and Dr. El...
#123: Lead Education, Prevention and Treatment with Dr. Kulveen Virdee
March 05, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBDr. Elana interviews Dr. Virdee on a very important topic that many parents may not be aware of– lead exposure in children. Most pediatricians test lead levels in the blood between 12-24 months, while some pediatricians don’t routinely offer this test. This episode aims to support you in knowing what to do if your child’s lead levels come back elevated! This interview is packed full of educational insights, prevention strategies and treatment options if you are in this situation. Enjoy the...
#122: Meal Prep with Steph Greunke, RD
February 26, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 68.3 MBOn today’s episode, Steph walks you through how she meal preps. Her approach is different than Dr. Elana’s in that she meal preps throughout the week depending on her schedule, instead of having a dedicated meal prep day. Similar to episode #120 with Dr. Elana, Steph shares her three tips for before, during, and after meal prep to help you be consistent week after week. She answers commonly asked questions and highlights key takeaways to help you start meal prepping or to level up, if you’...
#121: Goat Milk Formula with Dr. Annie Salsberg, ND
February 19, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBOn today’s episode, Steph interviews Dr. Annie Salsberg, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in pediatric nutrition. There are a lot of different ways to feed your baby and there is no one perfect formula for all babies. On this episode, we’ll decode the ingredients label on your baby formula (protein, carbohydrate and fat sources, micronutrients and any other 'optional extras') and answer your questions about goat milk formula. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or ...
#120: Meal Prep Tips with Dr. Elana Roumell
February 12, 2019 07:00 - 52 minutes - 96.3 MBOn today’s episode, Dr. Elana takes you through how she meal preps. She shares three tips for before, during, and after meal prep to help you be consistent week after week. She answers commonly asked questions and highlights key takeaways to help you start meal prepping or to level up, if you’re already in the practice. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: How to efficiently grocer...
#119: Probiotic Supplements for Mom and Baby with Dr. Leah Linder
February 05, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBOn today’s episode, Dr. Elana interviews probiotic expert, Dr. Leah Linder. Dr. Linder is the science and education manager for Klaire Labs, one of the leading probiotic manufacturers in the world. This episode covers common questions about probiotic types and usage. We discuss how to evaluate the quality of a probiotic and how to choose the best one for various ages and health concerns for mama and baby. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear...
#118: Podcast Recap–Transitioning to Motherhood with Alexandra Sacks, M.D.
January 29, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MBStephanie and Dr. Elana expand on key points from last episode with Dr. Alexandra Sacks. They discuss their own transitions into motherhood and share with vulnerability about their lowest moments. They discuss how important a support system is during difficult seasons and leave you with takeaways of what you can do support yourself or other mamas during challenging times. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Fac...
#117: Transitioning to Motherhood with Alexandra Sacks, M.D.
January 22, 2019 07:00 - 54 minutes - 100 MBAlexandra Sacks, M.D discusses the transition to motherhood like you’ve never heard it before. We openly explore topics around parenthood that are typically not discussed in an extremely relatable way. We also share practical steps that you can implement today in your transition to motherhood. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Reproductive psychiatry: what it is and how Dr. Sack...
#116: Podcast Recap–Hashimoto's and Postpartum Thyroiditis with Dr. Becky Campbell
January 15, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBSteph and Elana expand on key points that were shared in episode 115 with Dr. Becky Campbell about common thyroid issues for mamas. We discuss how to advocate for yourself by asking the right questions, trusting your gut, and possibly ordering your own labs to review with your healthcare provider. We discuss how to optimize your health if you have a thyroid condition during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. We share action items to help you create a solid plan! Enjoy the listen! Yo...
#115: Hashimoto's and Postpartum Thyroiditis with Dr. Becky Campbell
January 08, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 91.3 MBOn today’s episode, Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Becky Campbell who specializes in Thyroid disease. We discuss how thyroid disease affects women during preconception, pregnancy and postpartum stages. We will talk about why as mamas we are so susceptible to thyroid disease postpartum and what you can do about it if you already have symptoms and signs. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed:...
#114: Grass-fed Beef 101 with Mike Salguero, Founder of ButcherBox
January 01, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 87.4 MBStephanie interviews Mike Salguero, the CEO and founder of ButcherBox and SmoothieBox. We explore the differences between grass-fed and conventionally-raised meat, how to make sure you’re getting what you pay for, and how to approach purchasing high-quality meat if you’re on a budget. He shares how he manages life as a thriving business owner while still prioritizing his family, including 3 daughters under the age of 5. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. ...
#113: Podcast Recap–Peace & Parenting with Michelle Kenney Carlson
December 25, 2018 07:00 - 51 minutes - 93.4 MBSummary: Stephanie and Elana expand on key points from the last episode on Peace & Parenting with Michelle Kenney Carlson. We share how we incorporate some of Michelle’s coaching tips with our own kids, our thoughts on the Hand in Hand parenting technique, and how we design our lives to be as clutter-free as possible so we can be the kinds of mamas we want to be for our kids. It is always a work in progress, and we love sharing our insights with you! Enjoy the listen! You can find us on ...
#112: Peace & Parenting with Michelle Kenney Carlson
December 18, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 88.8 MBSteph interviews Michelle Kenney Carlson about the Hand in Hand Parenting methodology. This is an alternative perspective to parenting that doesn’t involve bribes, threats, rewards and punishment. Learn why connection is one of Michelle’s top strategies for navigating hard feelings, how our childhood experiences influence the way we parent, and tools you can implement today to create a more relaxed household. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to ...
#111: Podcast Recap–The Highly Sensitive Child with Dr. Karen Lamb
December 11, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 88.7 MBOn today’s episode, Stephanie and Elana discuss key points from the last episode with Dr. Karen Lamb, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in working with highly sensitive individuals. We share our thoughts about how our non-verbal actions and energy as parents influence our child’s behaviors, what we can do to stay calm while navigating tantrums, how we approach discipline with our kids, and so much more! Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to he...
#111: Podcast Recap–The Highly Sensitive Child with Dr. Karen Lamb
December 11, 2018 07:00 - 48 minutes - 88.7 MBOn today’s episode, Stephanie and Elana discuss key points from the last episode with Dr. Karen Lamb, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in working with highly sensitive individuals. We share our thoughts about how our non-verbal actions and energy as parents influence our child’s behaviors, what we can do to stay calm while navigating tantrums, how we approach discipline with our kids, and so much more! Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to he...
#110: The Highly Sensitive Child with Dr. Karen Lamb
December 04, 2018 07:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MBOn today’s episode Dr. Elana interviews Dr. Karen Lamb, naturopathic doctor who specializes in working with highly sensitive individuals. We explore what makes a child highly sensitive and what we can do to help them transition through meltdowns and overstimulation. Dr. Lamb helps us understand what impacts our children’s emotional state, and offers us actionable tools to help us work with our kids during these challenging times. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or ...
#109: Podcast Recap—Bone Broth for Gut and Brain Health with Sharon Brown
November 27, 2018 07:00 - 33 minutes - 61.4 MBStephanie and Elana expand on key points from the last episode on Bone Broth for Gut and Brain Health with Sharon Brown. They share their favorite ways to use bone broth in their homes, discuss some “lazy” bone broth ideas are for busy mamas, the difference between collagen and gelatin + more! Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: When to use glutamine from bone broth vs. glutamine ...
#108: Bone Broth for Gut and Brain Health with Sharon Brown
November 20, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBStephanie interviews the founder of Bonafide Provisions, Sharon Brown, to discuss the healing properties of bone broth. Sharon shares how she used bone broth in combination with the GAPS protocol to help heal her son’s chronic sinus, ear, and respiratory infections. She shares her secrets for how to get broth to “gel” and how to ensure you pull as many nutrients as possible. She also addresses how much to drink for general health and therapeutic purposes and fun ways to sneak it into your ki...
#107: Podcast Recap–Tongue and Lip Ties and Feeding Challenges with Leah Walsh, CCC-SLP
November 13, 2018 07:00 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MBStephanie and Elana expand on key points from the last episode on Tongue and Lip Ties and Feeding Challenges with speech pathologist, Leah Walsh. They expand on points regarding lip and tongue tie concerns, share their personal experience with speech issues with their own kids and continue to offer insights into picky eaters versus problem feeders. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discus...
#106: Tongue and Lip Ties and Feeding Challenges with Leah Walsh, CCC-SLP
November 06, 2018 07:00 - 59 minutes - 118 MBStephanie interviews Leah Walsh, certified speech-language pathologist specializing in infants and children with feeding and swallowing disorders. We’ve talked about tongue and lip tie concerns from a lactation consultant’s perspective and a naturopathic doctor’s perspective, and today we further that discussion and address tongue and lip ties from a speech and language development perspective. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thou...
#105: Podcast Recap—Food as Medicine for Kids on the Spectrum with Dr. Mary Rondeau
October 30, 2018 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBStephanie and Elana expand on key points from the last episode on nutrition for kids on the spectrum with Dr. Mary Rondeau. They share key takeaways and considerations for parents who may be experiencing difficulties with feeding. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Additional insights from Dr. Mary Rondeau’s talk at the Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine Our thoughts o...
#104: Food as Medicine for Kids on the Spectrum with Dr. Mary Rondeau
October 23, 2018 06:00 - 34 minutes - 71.5 MBDr. Elana interviews Dr. Mary Rondeau to discuss using food as medicine for kids on the spectrum. If your child has a diagnosis of developmental delay, autism, ADD/ADHD or has tendency towards these disorders, this show will help give you insight into what naturopathic doctors can do to help. Many of the points we touch on apply to kids who don’t have these conditions! It never hurts to be proactive in optimizing your child's health. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher o...
#103: Podcast Recap – Post-Birth Control Syndrome with Dr. Jolene Brighten
October 16, 2018 06:00 - 43 minutes - 88.3 MBStephanie and Elana expand on key points from the last episode on how to prevent post-birth control syndrome and ways to support and nourish your body if you’re currently taking hormonal birth control. They share their personal experiences in order to inform and empower women with trusted tools and insights into navigating this common syndrome. Topics Discussed: Our personal experiences after discontinuing the use of hormonal birth control What you can do to nourish your body while on...
#102: Post-Birth Control Syndrome with Dr. Jolene Brighten
October 09, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBStephanie interviews Dr. Jolene Brighten, Functional Medicine Naturopathic Medical Doctor, to discuss post-birth control syndrome. We explore the pros and cons of birth control, nutrients that are depleted while taking the pill, how to navigate symptoms you may experience, how you can work with your provider, and ultimately how to make the best decision for yourself and your family. Topics Discussed: What happens to your body when you’re on the pill How to work with your provider Cons...
#101: Slaying the Sugar Dragon and Finding Food Freedom with Lindsey Dalton
October 02, 2018 06:00 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MBStephanie interviews Whole30 certified coach, Lindsey Dalton. Lindsey is a mother of two girls, a registered pharmacist, and is passionate about helping people break their sugar cravings and embrace Food Freedom. Lindsey shares her strategies for coping during difficult seasons of life, without resorting to food, why it’s important to put ourselves first and realistic ways to do that, how she found herself again after having two kids, and what she’s doing to promote a healthy relationship w...
#100: Our 100th Episode—Special Q&A Edition
September 25, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBJoin us as we celebrate our 100th episode! Steph and Elana answer fun, personal questions submitted by our listeners. Topics range from discipline philosophy to their favorite junk foods. We are celebrating with a giveaway! You can also enter to win by leaving a review on iTunes by October 1st. Make sure to leave your contact information (Instagram handle or email address) in the review. We’ll announce the winner next week in the show notes and Instagram caption for episode 101. One rando...
#99: Whole30 on a Budget with Amanda Alley
September 18, 2018 06:00 - 39 minutes - 71.5 MBStephanie interviews Whole30 certified coach, Amanda Alley - mother of three boys and advocate for healthy eating on a limited budget. Amanda shares how she uses Food Stamps/SNAP to supplement her healthy eating, her favorite low-cost meals, tips and tricks for eating on a budget, and advice for those who want to do a Whole30 but are afraid of the cost. Topics discussed: Why Amanda decided to become a Whole30 Certified Coach How she feeds her family of five on a budget Where she shops...