Healthy As A Mother

In this episode, we tease out the many reasons for cesarean birth versus vaginal birth - some warranted and some the cause of an impatient modern medical system. We walk you through how to prepare for a cesarean if you know you are having one, and some tips for the quick moments before a potentially unplanned cesarean as well. Dr. Leah shares her unique perspective on her homebirth turned cesarean, and how a frameshift helped her find moments of peace in the OR. We discuss our top tips for thorough healing and recovery, with many practical tips and resources sprinkled throughout. We hope you find value in this episode, whether it's for your preparation or your emotional and physical healing afterwards. Let's dive in. Resources From This Episode:Birth Documentary: The Business of Being BornBreech information via Dr. Stuart Fischbein http://www.birthinginstincts.com/breech-birth-information Breech Documentary: Heads UpEvidence Based Birth article on “big babies”  https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-for-induction-or-c-section-for-big-baby/ Dr. Leah’s Birth Story episode:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/20-home-birth-turned-c-section-dr-leahs-birth-story/id1663942916?i=1000613406262 Magnesium types mentioned: Triple Mag by Vital Nutrients, Calm Powder by Natural Vitality Homeopathics for symptom management mentioned: Arnica montana 30C, Aconitum nappellus 30C, Ignatia amara 30C, Bellis perennis 30C, Carbo veg 30CEvivo probiotics great for cesarean born babies https://www.evivo.com/ Klaire Labs ABX Support for post-antibiotic usage for momReverse pressure softening for engorgement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJYZrAG6cRA VBAC resources:https://www.thevbaclink.com/ https://www.ican-online.org/ Mental emotional processing / birth trauma resourcesRebirthing exercises https://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth/birth-reclaiming-ceremony/Home Birth Cesarean book and the companion workbook, Healing from a Homebirth CesareanBody workers who are trauma informed and familiar with rebirthing for the babyStay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

Dr. Leah interviews her husband about male-factor infertility, sharing his 6-year journey and valuable insights. They discuss finding out about sperm, support received, and recommendations for others. A rare look into a man's perspective on this vulnerable topic, offering wisdom and practical tips for navigating male-factor infertility.

The first 10 days with your baby is a beautiful, dynamic, constantly changing season of life with many steep learning curves to tackle. I, Dr. Morgan, am incredibly passionate about this time period because I see so many families completely overwhelmed and underprepared for the day-to-day changes that occur in these early days. I want all new families to feel confident and able to enjoy their new babies during this immediate postpartum time, so in this episode I give my top 5 tips to thrive, and talk about my 11-video course that details all of these changes so that you and your partner know what to expect and can feel ready and confident in what is normal and what is not. From post-birth interventions through the first latch, milk coming in, meconium and normal stool changes, weight gain, birth recovery, true postpartum healing, placenta options and more - we've got you covered. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Immediate Postpartum Series Course Find an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) near me Healthy as a Mother Podcast #17: Developing a Birth Plan Healthy as a Mother Podcast #10: Breastfeeding: What to Know BEFORE Your Baby is Born Healthy as a Mother Podcast #14: Mastitis and Clogged Ducts: What TO Do and What NOT To Do Healthy as a Mother Podcast #12: A Deep Dive into Lip and Tongue Ties Healthy as a Mother Podcast #07: Postpartum Healing: No More Mothers Left in the Dust   DOCTOR'S WEBSITES Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com  Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/ Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

Get ready for this long-awaited IVF episode. In this solo episode, I break down my top 5 considerations for optimizing IVF naturally for anyone going through the IVF process or considering it in the future! We discuss the four unique phases where support is needed that I identified along my journey through IVF for our primarily male-factor infertility struggles. I discuss how IVF differs from an unassisted conception, what the industry is missing, and how we can fill in the gaps with natural medicine. If you are struggling to conceive, or you have a friend or family member thinking about doing IVF, you do NOT want to miss this one!   Take Dr. Leah's free Fertility Type Quiz and Receive 3 Free Tips Unique to Your Type www.womanhoodwellness.com/quiz    Previous episodes mentioned:  #18: "Just Relax" and the Wisdom Behind Fertility Energy  #22: Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It    DOCTOR'S WEBSITES Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com  Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/ Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

Calling all preggos! You are not going to want to miss this. In this week's episode, I talk with the incredible Ann Gilligan, Labor and Delivery Nurse and creator of Gilligan's Guide, which teaches pregnant women and providers specific maternal positioning in order to optimize the baby's position for a smooth vaginal birth. There was so much in this episode that I was absolute lit up by and I am SO excited about this information. I highly recommend looking into working with Ann and looking into taking her course if you're wanting to learn more - because I TRULY feel that this is the type of revolutionary information that we will see widely spread amongst ALL birth professionals in due time. Sit back and have a listen, you are going to learn a LOT.   LEARN ABOUT GILLIGAN'S GUIDE:  Learn more and work with Ann by following Ann @gilligansguide on Instagram and exploring her website at https://www.gilligansguide.com/    DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

What do PMS, anxiety, sleep issues, and miscarriages all have in common? Low progesterone may be playing a role in any of these. In today's episode we unpack everything you need to know about progesterone. We talk about the important role it plays in hormone balance, fertility and conception, and maintaining a pregnancy. We discuss why it may be low, how to tell if you are, how to test for it, and what to do to increase it naturally . We dive into supplementing with progesterone and we answer all of the questions our listeners asked about this incredible hormone. I think you are going to love this one!   Resources Mentioned Detoxing Before Pregnancy - Podcast Episode Low-Tox Product Recommendations from Dr. Leah  EWG.org to look up non-toxic products   Testing Options for Progesterone Free Lab Testing Optimal Lab Ranges Guide from Dr. Leah  Proov at home test Order yourself blood test at Ulta Labs  Urinary DUTCH or Blood Comprehensive Fertility Panel at Womanhood Wellness   Courses Mentioned Fertility Formula Steps - Mini Courses by Dr. Leah    Supplements Mentioned  Curcumin supplement  Biphasic tinctures: Phytoest and Phytoprogest   The Doctor's Links   DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

You are not just your egg count. When it comes to fertility there is so much more going on, even if you have low ovarian reserve. Today we interview Dr. Marc Sklar, a natural fertility specialist and we talk about eggs, what is at the root of low ovarian reserve, and what to do about it. Dr. Marc shares what he wishes for the world of fertility, and he shares his incredible wisdom. You do not want to miss this one. Today we interview Dr. Marc Sklar — a.k.a The Fertility Expert — is a natural fertility specialist helping couples get pregnant for 20 years. He’s mission is to help you feel HOPEFUL and CONFIDENT about your fertility journey again. Dr. Marc's Links FERTILITY TV WEEKLY EPISODE - http://bit.ly/thefertilityexpertFACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/thefertilityexpertINSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/the_fertility_expert/APPLY TO QUALIFY FOR FERTILITY COACHING - http://marcsklar.com/discoverycall/ FREE LINKSFertility Guide - http://marcsklar.com/fertilityguide/Unexplained Infertility training https://marcsklar.com/unexplainedinfertility/Fertility Anti Aging - https://marcsklar.com/fertilityantiaging_guide/ The Doctor's Links DOCTOR'S WEBSITES:Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/ Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.comDr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

We are right there with you in the process of growing our families, and in this episode, we take you through the top 3 areas of focus each of us are prioritizing as we prep for the big transitions we both have coming up in the next few months. For Dr. Leah, it’s optimizing her health to conceive her second child, and for me Dr. Morgan, it’s preparing for the birth and postpartum of my fourth child. Dr. Leah leads you through her personal preconception journey, including what supplements she is taking and dietary or lifestyle steps to optimize the transfer, and for me Dr. Morgan, I outline my main focus points for the rest of my pregnancy, and then how I am making different planning decisions for my home birth as well as preparing those around me for a supported postpartum. Let’s dive in!   ADDITIONAL RESOURCES MENTIONED: #23: All About Weaning: Philosophy, How To, and Factors to Consider #04: Preconception: What It Is and Why It Matters #22: Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It Medley non-toxic couch Dr. Leah's Lady Part Repair Protocol all about vaginal microbiome optimization Dr. Leah's Fertility Formula, a comprehensive self-paced course to  Needed's Stress Support for preconception or postpartum, use code DRGORDON or DRMORGAN for 20% off your first order The Red Tent, the book Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

We are back for part 2 of navigating relationships while trying to conceive. In this episode, we dive deeper into sex and intimacy. We discuss libido and sex while trying to conceive, during infertility, after pregnancy loss, connection with your partner, and relationship dynamics and advice. This episode is packed full of practical tips on how to navigate the complexity of this, what struggles with intimacy or sex in women and men may mean about your fertility, and we share our own personal experiences in this department. This is one of our favorite episodes so far!   RESOURCES  Wanting to Want It: The Low Down on Low Libido - podcast episode #15 Detoxing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Do It - podcast episode #22 The 5 Love Languages -book    COURSES Master Your Cycle - Dr. Leah's cycle mastery course   DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

What is it like to be someone going through infertility while others around you conceive easily - or vice versa? And how can you best support someone who is going through infertility? Relationship dynamics while trying to conceive, or while supporting someone who is trying to conceive, can be tricky to manage - and we are no strangers to how this can play out in a close friendship. Join us in this two-part series where we share our personal relationship story of how easy conceiving versus infertility affected our friendship, and follow along as we unpack several complex concepts like understanding your triggers, using non-violent communication and strong boundary setting, neurolinguistic programming, as well as many practical tips on how to move through the difficult emotions that come up throughout this process.   ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 1. Supporting friends going through infertility and the types of things to say, or avoid saying: Episode #18: "Just Relax" and the Wisdom Behind Fertility Energy 2. Non-Violent Communication, the book 3. Neurolinguistic Programming 4. The Five Personality Patterns: Your Guide to Understanding Yourself and Others and Developing Emotional Maturity, the book   DOCTOR'S WEBSITES: Dr. Leah’s website: www.womanhoodwellness.com  Dr. Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/  Dr. Morgan’s website: www.milkmedicine.com Dr. Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott