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She Found Motherhood Podcast

She Found Motherhood

Drs. Sarah and Alicia answer common questions such as: I"m pregnant what do I do? are my symptoms in first trimester normal? What to expect for labour and delivery? How will I know about breastfeeding? How do I care for my newborn? She Found Motherhood aims to help take the anxiety out of pregnancy and the journey through childbirth to parenthood. We discuss the fourth trimester and how to care for your newborn. We discuss mental health in pregnancy and the postpartum period and how to

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31:23

Karly's Birth Story

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2022/04/27

Today, Karly shares with us her special pregnancy and birth story which, despite feeling generally ‘smooth,’ left her with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG, also known as prolonged and severe morning sickness) and an irritable uterus. She also speaks candidly about her struggles with mental health in early pregnancy, through pregnancy loss and into postpartum, and about how she wishes she had gone into her pregnancy a bit more prepared and knowledgeable about her birth preferences and options.

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25:27

Part I: Fertility as we Age with Dr. Ginevra Mills

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2022/04/20

Fertility is a fascinating topic that touches almost everyone’s lives in one way or another. It is an evolving field of study that can be clouded with misinformation, lack of education, and new findings that have altered some of our fundamental understanding of the science behind it. This is why we have brought in Dr. Ginevra Mills, an obstetrician gynecologist with a specialty in reproductive endocrinology and infertility with three kiddos of her own, to help us wade through some of this

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How to Choose a Prenatal Course

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2022/04/14

Consider this a bonus episode to our three part series on Pregnancy Care. We talked about how to choose a pregnancy provider, what to expect at your first prenatal appointment, and what a routine timeline of pregnancy care looks like. We are also huge proponents of empowerment through education, and often advise our patients and listeners to take a prenatal course to help them along their pregnancy to parenthood journey. But how do you even begin to find a course that’s right for you!

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36:37

Sara's Birth Story

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2022/04/06

Today’s birth story from Sara is a doubleheader. She tells us about her first hospital birth and her second planned - but a little unexpected - home birth! Sara candidly shares with us her rollercoaster of experiences with a miscarriage, lupus diagnosis, a successful pregnancy that led to a hospital birth, a second pregnancy during covid with a toddler in the home, using different types of pregnancy care providers, and homebirth that required her husband to be more “hands-on” in the

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Part III: The Timeline of Routine Pregnancy Care

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2022/03/30

In the third and final part of our three part series on pregnancy care, today we are providing you with an overview of what routine pregnancy care looks like, after the first prenatal visit we discussed last week! After the initial visit where we do a deep dive into your and your family’s medical history and a long survey of health related questions, we'll ask you to come back in about two to three weeks later for a complete physical exam. In today’s post, we’ll do an overview of what you

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11:44

Part II: Your First Prenatal Appointment!

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2022/03/23

This is Part II of our three part mini-series on Pregnancy Care! On today’s episode, Drs. Alicia and Sarah share with us what you can expect at your first prenatal visit. Generally speaking, maternity care providers would like to see you between your sixth and ninth week of pregnancy for your first visit. If you're experiencing significant nausea or other concerning symptoms, don’t hesitate to reach-out to your provider sooner and they will try to address your concerns and manage symptoms

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Part I: How to Choose a Pregnancy Care Provider

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2022/03/16

This is Part I of our three part mini-series on Pregnancy Care! On today’s episode, Drs. Alicia and Sarah address a question they get asked a lot: how to choose a pregnancy care provider! It’s one of the first major decisions you make in pregnancy, and often an overwhelming one as you try to navigate the different options and which one is best for you. Join Drs. Alicia and Sarah as they review the different options and how to choose the best one for you. Check out our She Found Motherhood

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33:53

Katie's Post-Birth Story

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2022/03/09

Today’s birth story is a little different. We are lucky to have Katie share with us her experience with postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety, the deep dark moments it brought her to, and how she got through to the other side. We are so grateful to her for sharing her story and reminding us that you are not alone in this tricky postpartum journey - if you are struggling please reach out for help. Katie’s bracelet project: Twentyseven For Twentyseven For IG The Nesting Box: A

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27:40

Preparing for Maternity Leave!

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2022/03/03

Pregnancy may feel like a long nine months at times. But sometimes the arrival of baby and consequent planning and preparation can catch you by surprise! One such surprise can be feeling unprepared to go on maternity leave. It can be a big pause in a person’s career at a pivotal time, and transitioning into and out of it can be a tricker maneuver than it seems. This is precisely why today’s guest, Sonja Baikogli Foley, co-founded Maturn, Canada’s first comprehensive program supporting

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12:57

Herpes in Pregnancy

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2022/02/23

Let’s talk about herpes! Between 60%-80% of the population has been exposed to the herpes virus. The nature of herpes is very pervasive and nothing to be ashamed of - if someone has been exposed to and carries the virus, they can transmit it even if they have never had an outbreak or symptoms themselves. But if you do get your first ever herpes infections during pregnancy please tell your care provider as your pregnancy will be monitored differently. Join Drs. Sarah and Alicia as they

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12:28

Top 10 Fun Things to do in Pregnancy!

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2022/02/17

With today’s episode, we’re excited to introduce a new project that we’ve been working on! Presenting you a sneak peek of our upcoming Pregnancy to Parenthood Podcast Series, designed to support you week by week with informative episodes focused on the trimester and stage of pregnancy you are in. Tune in every week, or binge listen all at once and come back to the episodes you found most helpful as you move through pregnancy to parenthood! We’ve compiled a list of the Top 10 Things to do in

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Katie's Birth Story

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2022/02/09

Today’s guest shares with us her very unique birth story, managing several unexpected diagnoses as well as a due date coinciding with the stressful and highly unpredictable outset of the COVID-19 pandemic. But Katie managed to keep a positive outlook despite these factors which led to her pregnancy being rather medicalized, and even found some silver linings brought by the COVID-19 restrictions. Join us for Katie’s interesting perspective! Taking you from anxious and overwhelmed to

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35:17

Strength Training in Pregnancy

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2022/02/02

Maintaining some movement and exercise during pregnancy can help decrease aches & pains, prepares you for the physical act of labour, and can aid in postpartum recovery. But what about more intense work-out regimens or strength training? Dr. Alicia chats with Rebecca Tranter, registered massage therapist, Level 1 certified CrossFit trainer, and expectant mama-to-be about her pregnancy journey in strength training as well as an unexpected diagnosis in her 1st trimester. If you have any

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17:06

Meditation for Pregnancy + Postpartum

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2022/01/26

In this challenging time, now more than ever, we need to work together to support our mental health. So this week we are trying something different - a guided breath and body meditation for pregnant or postpartum people. Mindfulness and meditation is powerful in supporting everyone's mental health, but also for preparing the body for pregnancy, labour, and birth. Whether you are a frequent practitioner or a meditation skeptic, we encourage you to give it a try. You might be surprised at

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33:32

Back Pain in Pregnancy

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2022/01/19

In part two of our series with physiotherapist and pregnancy/postpartum pelvic health expert Krysta Norwick, Dr. Alicia discusses the very common issue of lower back pain in pregnancy. While it is highly likely to occur to most pregnant people at some point, that doesn’t mean that you can’t do anything to help reduce and/or treat the pain and symptoms! Join us as Krysta and Dr. Alicia discuss the reasons we get back pain in pregnancy and postpartum, symptoms to keep an eye on, and potential

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29:47

Postpartum Wrist Pain

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2022/01/12

Here is a little talked about fact: postpartum wrist pain is quite common! Officially named De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, this wrist pain occurs at the base of the thumb and is often aggravated postpartum by the frequent and possibly strenuous motions of lifting your newborn (while also supporting their head). Dr. Alicia talks with Krysta Norwick, registered physiotherapist and owner of Cairn Physiotherapy, about symptoms, who is at risk, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment! IG:

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31:26

Madelaine’s Birth Story

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2022/01/05

Today we are lucky to listen to Madelaine’s birth story! She shares with Dr. Alicia the births of her two little girls, the first by Cesarean section and the second with a successful and empowering vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). Baby Louise even makes a few cameos during the episode. Let’s jump in!

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33:01

Pelvic Floor 101

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2021/12/29

As we have said many times in the past, education is a form of healthcare. When it comes to your pelvic health, the better understanding you have of the physiology of the area and changes in pregnancy and childbirth, the more empowered you will feel! So today we are chatting with Aliya Dhalla, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, about the basic structure of the pelvic floor, the changes undergone during pregnancy, and how and when a physiotherapist can be useful - even with remote consultations

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38:52

Understanding the COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnancy and...

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2021/12/22

With the ever-evolving state of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have put together this current and timely episode for you to help navigate the often overwhelming world of the COVID-19 vaccine, Omicron variant, boosters, and how those might affect you in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Our guest, Dr. Elisabeth Marnik has a PhD. in genetics and immunology, is a scientist, professor, and a passionate science communicator. Please join her and Dr. Sarah as they break-down how the immune system works

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27:35

Preparing your Relationship for a Newborn

She Found Motherhood Podcast ·

2021/12/15

Today Dr. Alicia and Dr. Pip Houghton, founder of Making Mama Well, discuss a topic that is near and dear to their hearts - how to babyproof your relationship. The arrival of a newborn will undoubtedly create a new dynamic within your family unit, and while it brings great joy, we also run the risk of being blindsided by the challenges of this shift while also experiencing heightened stress due to increased responsibilities and lack of sleep. The best remedy is to have a discussion with

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