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Postpartum Anxiety, Depression and RAGE with Andrea Niles postpartum postpartum anxiety postpartum depression postpartum recovery postpartum support postpartumtips Dec 20, 2023

You probably know about postpartum depression, but did you know that postpartum anxiety and postpartum rage are just as common - and much less talked about? Sadly, many mothers struggling with mental health issues don’t reach out for help with the fear that medication (in conjunction with...

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Does Mommy Need Wine to Cope? mental health mom wine culture postpartum postpartum support sober journey sober mom squad sobriety substance use support Nov 01, 2023

“It’s mommy’s turn to wine! It’s cheaper than therapy!”

Why is alcohol the only drug we need to explain not using? It's the cheapest, most popular, and widely available drug for adults in North America, and moreover using it is normalized over declining it, and is...

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Mastitis: Everything You Need to Know! breast feeding breastfeeding matitis newborn newborn support postpartum Aug 23, 2023

This just in! The guidelines around the treatment of mastitis, a common complication of breastfeeding, have largely changed! On today’s episode, Drs. Sarah and Alicia provide an overview of the updated clinical protocol from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine - and let us (possibly) be...

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Postpartum Depression in Partners mental health newborn sleep partner ppd postpartum postpartum depression in partners postpartum relationships ppa ppd relationship Aug 09, 2023

Did you know that men experience hormonal shifts during their partner’s pregnancy and into the postpartum period? While this biological change likely occurs to stimulate child / parent bonding, it also causes postpartum depression in about 8%-10% of partners - and is all too rarely talked...

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Dental Work in Pregnancy dental work in pregnancy dentist oral health postpartum preeclampsia pregnant preterm Jul 26, 2023

Should I be getting dental work while pregnant? Is it okay to get x-rays? What about filling cavities? Today’s episode is a must listen, as Dr. Sarah Lea interviews dentists Dr. Brin MacMillan and Dr. Sabrina Ma, co-owners of South Island Dental, on the do's and don'ts of dental work in...

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When Birth Goes Differently than Expected birth birth plan birth trauma childbirth childbirth preparation postpartum postpartum anxiety postpartum depression Jun 14, 2023

Birth is a complex event - both physically and emotionally for us and our partners. A good way to navigate those complexities is to discuss and note down your birth preferences to help manage expectations and create informed decisions, but what happens when birth goes differently than planned?...

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What is a Postpartum Doula? doula fourth trimester newborn care newborn support postpartum postpartum anxiety postpartum doula postpartum relationships postpartum support Apr 05, 2023

Many of us spend a lot of time preparing for pregnancy, labour, and birth but we tend to neglect putting equal care into preparing for the postpartum period. This creates certain challenges, especially considering the postpartum period is relatively much longer and requires taking care of your...

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C-Section Scar Recovery with Janette Yee c-section c-section scar cesarean section massage therapy postpartum postpartum body postpartum recovery postpartum support scar desensitization scar tissue scar tissue massage Feb 08, 2023

Many birthing people feel discomfort around their post cesarean section scar. While seeking the guidance of a medical professional or perinatal massage therapist is certainly helpful, there are simple steps you can take for yourself that can go a long way in the healing process, as Janette Yee,...

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Planning your Ultimate Baby Shower! baby shower parenthood postpartum pregnant Dec 28, 2022

Today we are helping you plan your ultimate baby shower! But spoiler alert, we offer no advice on picking balloons, what finger foods to serve, or the best party games. The concept of a baby shower has existed in some form for centuries, shifting in purpose and presentation over the years. Today,...

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CrossFit and Strength Training in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Karlie Causey back pain in postpartum exercise in postpartum exercise in pregnancy physiotherapy in pregnancy postpartum postpartum body pregnancy care Dec 14, 2022

Karlie is the co-founder of Jen & Keri, a former collegiate athlete, and a long-time wellness professional. With over 20 years of experience in fitness she is on a mission to empower postpartum athletes to reclaim their identity beyond motherhood! Tune in as Karli and Dr. Alicia chat all...

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Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Pregnancy, Postpartum & Newborn! gifts newborn newborn safety postpartum pregnancy pregnant Dec 11, 2022

We thought we'd put together something a little special for the upcoming holiday season! This is Part I of a three part series on the top five gifts to give the pregnant, postpartum, and newborn people in your life! We share some physical products as well as courses that we love both for...

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Pregnancy as a Stress Test diabetes in pregnancy early pregnancy exercise in postpartum exercise in pregnancy hypertensive disorders of pregnancy postpartum pregnancy care preparing for pregnancy Aug 10, 2022

Pregnancy is a stress test. What does that mean!? Think of pregnancy as an early warning system. Some conditions that come up during pregnancy might mean you are at higher risk down the road of being affected by chronic disease. But this doesn’t mean there isn’t anything you can do...

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