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Bookmark this page or follow us on your favourite podcasting platform for weekly episodes about a range of topics! Researched and evidence based, featuring a wide variety of guest experts and Drs. Sarah & Alicia!
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...
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...
Today’s topic might be something that many of us haven’t spent a lot of time thinking about - what kind of changes can occur within our eyes during pregnancy? If you have a pre-existing condition, either physical or specifically ocular, are the eyes particularly susceptible to damage...
Sometimes it might seem like restricting certain foods in pregnancy is overkill, but once you listen to this episode, you’ll understand why! Keep in mind these two diseases are quite rare in pregnancy, but if you do contract them and pass them onto your baby, they can have dire...
Have you been up at night wondering whether your pregnancy test can be wrong?
The nuances of pregnancy tests, their accuracy, early signs, and reliability are pivotal aspects of this profound experience. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the science behind pregnancy tests, shed...
Welcome to the She Found Motherhood podcast! Today's episode is dedicated to a prevalent and challenging aspect of pregnancy - nausea and vomiting. Up to 80% of pregnant individuals experience these symptoms, with 3-6% facing severe nausea, known as hyperemesis gravidarum. While it's common, it...
Let’s face it - kids can be expensive, and having a family brings on a whole new set of financial obligations that can catch some of us off guard. But taking a few simple steps early on can really help put your family on the right track in the long run, even without a lot of capital up...
Varicose veins, those bulging and twisted veins often seen in the legs, might surprise many by appearing in less-expected places during pregnancy. From the rectum to the labia, these enlarged veins can bring discomfort and concern. Understanding their causes, symptoms, and management during...
This episode first aired on March 30, 2022, but we are re-releasing it for our new listeners and followers! We hope you find it useful!
In today’s post, we’ll do an overview of what you can expect at your first physical, follow-up exams, and the standard timeline of pregnancy care,...
This episode is a re-release which first aired on March 16, 2022. We welcome our new listeners and hope you find it informative!
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...
“Omg! I think I might be pregnant!?” This is often the first thought that crosses our mind in early pregnancy, before we have the chance to take a test or see our provider! So what are some early pregnancy symptoms to look out for? Let’s dive right in!
Nausea
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Today we are talking about all things fetal movement! What does fetal movement feel like? When should you begin counting it? Is there such a thing as too much movement? And what about hiccups!? In addition to today’s episode, be sure to download our Fetal Movement Hand-Out and Tracker,...
