Season 1
Episodes
Diving into Water Birth: The Benefits, Myths & What to Expect
In this episode of the She Found Motherhood podcast, Dr. Alicia sits down with registered midwife Heidi Machnee for a deep, evidence-based conversation about water birth and water immersion during labour. Whether...
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Babywearing 101: The Science, Benefits & How to Start
Babywearing is the timeless practice of holding your baby close using a sling, wrap, or structured carrier - and it offers far more than convenience. In this episode, Dr. Alicia breaks down the science behind...
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The Raw Truth: What No One Tells You About Parenthood
The transition into new parenthood can feel… a lot. We spend months prepping for labour and delivery, only to be completely blindsided by the postpartum roller coaster 0 the hormones, the relationship shifts, the...
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Food, Body Image, and Pregnancy: Breaking Free from Diet Culture
Pregnancy is undeniably a time of rapid physical change, and for women with a history of avoiding their bodies or engaging in behaviours that reinforce negative body image, that avoidance suddenly becomes impossible....
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You Are Not Broken: Sex and Libido in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Today’s podcast starts and ends with a BANG! We’re diving into a topic that bridges neuroscience, hormones, human connection, the physical body, and even the societal body. Yet sex and libido in pregnancy and...
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Ironing Out the Facts: Anemia & Low Iron in Pregnancy
In today's episode, Drs. Sarah and Alicia dive into what low iron and anemia in pregnancy really mean, and how they can affect both childbirth and your newborn. They break down how to test your iron levels and share...
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Your Guide to Pain Relief in Labour: From A to Z
The experience of pain in labour is shaped by many factors - previous experiences, as well as emotional, physical, motivational, cognitive, social, and cultural circumstances.
In this episode, Drs. Alicia and Sarah...
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Capturing the Moment: Secrets to Getting Those Perfect Tot Shots!
Have you ever scrolled past those dreamy photos of a glowing mama-to-be strolling through a field, toddlers trailing happily behind, or a newborn swaddled and sleeping like an angel - and thought, there’s no way my...
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Let's pack! The Top 10 Things You Didn't Know You Needed in Your Hospital Bag
You’ve probably had plenty of people give you advice on what to pack in your hospital bag - or maybe you haven’t even started thinking about it yet. Either way, this episode is for you! Drs. Sarah and Alicia have...
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From Partners to Parents: Preparing your Relationship for a Newborn
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,...
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