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Today Dr. Alicia and Dr. Pip Houghton 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 cha...
There is a lot doctors and scientists still don’t fully understand about what includes labour, both pre and at term. But we do know that there are treatments that can reduce your chance of having a preterm birth, especially if you have had one in the past. Studies have shown that prenatal education ...
Why do we even bother with car seats? This may seem like a silly question today, with stories of days gone by where babies were driven in old Chevrolets held in their parents laps seem rightfully scary! But looking at the statistics on car seat safety offers a strong reminder to take care that both ...
When is the best time to start introducing my baby to solid foods? How will I know they are ready? What kind of foods should I give them? Is it better to offer whole foods, or purées? How long do I wait between introducing them to new foods? What about allergens!? HELP!
If any of these questions ha...
How does your blood type affect your pregnancy?
You’ve probably heard about the four main blood type classifications in humans:
A B AB O
In addition to these four main groups, people’s blood types can be further sub-categorized as being positive (+) or negative (-). What that refer...
We’ll reveal the biggest secret discussed on today’s podcast right at the top: each baby is different. When it comes to sleep, what may work for one might not work for another, even for babies within the same family! That is what our guest today, Valerie Groysman, discovered with her own two babies ...
Dr. Sarah and our special guest this week - Robyn Rayner, Registered Massage Therapist, Crossfit Level 2 coach, and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism coach - both realized while they were pregnant that there wasn't a lot of guidance easily available with regards to what type of exercise is okay to ...
Merriest Christmas to all who celebrate! Today we're diving into a topic that feels as elusive as it is necessary, especially in the holiday season - rest. My guest, Eileen March, is a former registered midwife turned intuitive coach and slow living advocate. She joins me for a hearty discussion abo...
Did you know that accidental and unintentional injury is the leading cause of death in children? Accidents happen, and as parents, we do our best to avoid them and create the safest possible environment for our children. But as we learn on today’s podcast, we may need to refresh our knowledge on upd...
Are you expecting a baby boy and wondering about circumcision? Today, on the She Found Motherhood podcast, Dr. Alicia is diving into this question with Dr. Ellen, an experienced urologist. Together, they’re breaking down the basics of infant circumcision - why parents choose it, what’s involved, and...
What do a pregnant person and an athlete have in common? A lot, according to perinatal therapist, athlete, and mama herself, Janette Yee!
In this episode, we draw on the expertise of Janette Yee, a perinatal therapist and seasoned rugby player, who shares her approach on preparing for a cesarean se...
In this episode of She Found Motherhood, Dr. Sarah chats with Dr. Brie Budlovsky, an emergency and aesthetic medicine specialist, to explore skincare concerns for pregnancy. They tackle popular questions about safe skincare products, regulated ingredients, and more, providing listeners with a well-r...
