We Go There Podcast

S7 | E73 Sounding the alarm on preventable maternal death, the loss of obstetric skills like vaginal breech birth, and reviewing the ARRIVE trial with Dr. Rohan D’Souza OBGYN, PhD.

Trigger warning: We discuss maternal death during and after pregnancy, as well as problematic cesarean birth rates.

Dr. Rohan D’Souza is an obstetrician and associate professor with the departments of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact at McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada. He specializes in the care of pregnant women and gender-diverse people with medical disorders, and his research work is focused on reducing pregnancy-related adverse events. Dr. D’Souza has made it his mission to reduce pregnancy-related adverse events. Dr. D’Souza and Nikki explore the alarming statistics that may be missed and what kind of advocacy is needed to improve outcomes for women during and after pregnancy.

 

Dr. D’Souza Shares:

1. The CBC news article “Canada significantly undercounts maternal deaths, and doctors are sounding the alarm” - got a lot of attention. In your interview, you cited the importance of better maternal health monitoring systems to prevent avoidable deaths. The article stated that Canada undercounts the maternal mortality rate. Let’s talk about that.
2. Let’s talk about the increasing cesarean rates. We know they vary tremendously from provider to provider and hospital to hospital. What is the current data and trend over time? What kind of impact do you believe this trend has on maternal (in the short and long term?)? We know the age of a first-time mother is increasing, as well as body mass index - but is there something else going on here?
3. The lost skills of breech birth and forceps and how that is impacting C-section rates
4. What we need to know about the ARRIVE trial and how the data showing induction at 39 weeks reduces C-sections has been misinterpreted by many

Show Notes: 

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S7 | E72 The Importance of Teaching Mindfulness, Meditation & Breath Work to Our Children with Natalie von Teichman

During the COVID-19 pandemic Natalie found herself being Canada’s 29th case… Her isolation period gave Natalie an even wider depth of insight around how to deal with situations that are beyond our control and the trauma it can play on us mentally.  Her positive outlook by searching for silver linings through gratitude and mindset shifts, is something that she hopes she can help others with as they navigate the new and challenging environment that we live in today. 

 

Natalie is the mother of 4 boys and made it her mission to give children the tools needed to meditate. Natalie created MediTATE the meditation bear and she’s breaking down how meditation benefits children of all ages.

 

Natalie Shares:

1. Hearing versus feeling (why is it important PRACTICE mental fitness, calmness, deep breaths...) and understanding this in terms of physical activities vs mental activities. 
2. Expectations around meditation in children -- what is the goal here and why meditation/mindfulness is actually a language that is easier taught when you are young!
3. All about mediTATE (TATE) and how it is completely different from any other tool that exists on the market for children's mental fitness. This includes:

a) The content (what types of meditation stories will you get with miindfully)

b) The fully sensory experience (olfactory, auditory, visual, tactile) and why this is essential to help children engage in learning about their "inside body",

c) Why having a friend who is unique to YOU, is a wonderful way to feel grounded, loved, calm and centered. Especially in times of isolation.

Show Notes: 

For more of Natalie, please visit instagram.com/miindfullymediTATE  on Instagram and miindfully.com on the Web

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S7 | E71 Breaking Cycles and Raising Yourself with Dr. Tanya Cotler

Dr. Tanya Cotler is a child and adult clinical psychologist, author and speaker who specializes in reproductive mental health, infant mental health and parent-child attachment and attachment trauma. Her work and approach also acknowledge that every relationship is messy and that repairing ‘mismatches’ (as opposed to avoiding them completely) is central to building safety and trust.  To some extent, we will all project our own traumas onto our children - it’s how we react and repair that matters! If you find yourself battling with your child or feeling overwhelmed with emotions, this episode is for you.

 

Dr. Cotler Shares:

1. As a parent, what is the first step to figuring out if you’re projecting your own trauma onto your child?

2. How did you become so passionate with “Intergenerational trauma + cycle breaking?

3. How is trauma is carried forward through generations (our body carries what our mind cannot)

4. How to get your partner on the same page

5. How to start the work- what’s one question you can ask yourself?

6. How to break cycles —heal and raise ourselves as we raise our children

7. How to find self compassion, and repair mismatches/ruptures in parenting as we walk the path of cycle breaking (What is one thing you can keep saying to your kids to promote a secure bond)

 

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Cotler, please visit instagram.com/drcotler  on Instagram and Tanyacotlerphd.com on the Web

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S7 | E70 Menopause is Not a Disease, it is a Stage of Life with Dr. Daiana Castleman

Dr. Daiana Castleman is a Naturopathic Doctor and proud to be one of several Naturopathic Doctors to be qualified by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) as a Certified Menopause Practitioner. Dr. Daiana helps women and their families go from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed to feeling calm and energized, so that they can do the things they need to do and show up for their family and loved ones. In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Daiana breaks down what to expect, what we can do as preventative measures, and how we can thrive through menopause! 

Daiana Shares:

1. Is menopause really something to dread? What can women expect?
2. When can women expect menopause?
3. How do we know menopause is coming? What are the early signs? (Some of these may be a surprise!)
4. What can we do to alleviate symptoms? How can we prepare?
5. Hormone testing - should we?
6. Can you postpone menopause?
7. Menopause hormone therapy myths - breast cancer fear, leads to weight gain, etc 
8. Marketing - Marketing menopause is a lucrative business, careful about what we are consuming online and what is being targeting to us 
9. Vaginal health during the menopause transition – why this is a silent epidemic
10. How can we best manage symptoms and celebrate this season of life?

Show Notes: 

For more of Daiana, please visit instagram.com/drdaianacastleman  on Instagram and daianacastleman.com on the Web

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S7 | E69 It’s probably normal, but if not… with Dr. Jolene Brighten

Dr. Jolene Brighten NMD, is a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a non-judgemental guide to creating hormone balance, eliminating unwanted symptoms, and building the sexual desire you crave. In this episode, Dr. Brighten walks us through all the things we may not realize are related to our hormones. From preconception, to breastfeeding, to postpartum we always need to keep hormones in check. Through every stage of life, Dr. Brighten is breaking down what to look for and how to stay on top of feeling your best!

 

Jolene Shares:

1. Libido and breastfeeding - possible to have both at the same time?
2. Does body image affect libido?
3. What do sex hormones have to do with libido, and is that the whole story?
4. Some women notice changes with their libido during their menstrual cycle. Is there any truth to that?
5. Breastfeeding and menstrual cycle - how are they related?
6. What are some signs our hormones aren’t normal? (Let’s discuss anxiety, stress, acne, sleep etc.)
7. Postpartum hair loss and thyroid issues. How to know when it’s related? 
8. How can hormones play a role in postpartum 
9. All about thyroid issues: What to look out for and how to get tested
10. Best way to test hormones? How to find a good provider? GP or ND?

Show Notes: 

Pre Order Dr. Brighten’s book here: https://drbrighten.com/is-this-normal/

 For more of Jolene, please visit instagram.com/drjolenebrighten  on Instagram and drbrighten.com on the Web

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S7 | E68 From Skincare to Entrepreneurial Success with Victoria Radford

Victoria Radford is a celebrity makeup artist and skin expert driven by a fearless approach to beauty. Victoria has continually advanced her business and is sharing some of her best advice tidbits. She tells us the best skincare products and debunks some myths about your skin problems (hint: you can eat the cheese!). Victoria and Lexi discuss overcoming adversity as women entrepreneurs and share how you can become a better leader in your field.

Victoria Shares:

1. Victoria’s personal journey
2. How to ensure you’re using the right skincare products
3. Key products you need in your skincare routine
4. Tips based on your skin type
5. How your lifestyle affects your skin
6. How to combat acne, dryness, irritation
7. Debunking skincare myths 
8. Adversity and overcoming it in an entrepreneurship journey
9. How vulnerability in leadership can take your team to the next level

Show Notes: 

Books recommended in this episode:

Good to Great by Jim Collins

Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

For more of Victoria, please visit instagram.com/victoriaradford  on Instagram and radfordbeauty.com on the Web

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[RERUN] S4 | E37 All About Endometriosis with Filmmaker Shannon Cohn, JD

S7 | E67 Physiotherapist Going Against the Status Quo with Antony Lo

Antony Lo is a physiotherapist from Australia and runs The Physio Detective service and My PT Education. He earned his degree from the University of Sydney and has been in practice since 1997 (old enough to see old things come back as new things!). Antony isn’t afraid to hold back when fighting for proper education and information surrounding women’s health. Antony and Nikki dive into it ALL:  Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, tummy tucks, c-section scar tissue, gestational diabetes, diastasis recti, TVA, and so much more. Tune in for a healthy discourse!

 

Antony Shares:

1. How Antony Lo, pelvic health Physio, is going against the status quo to bring light to women’s health

2. Antony’s experience as a male in this field

3. What does it mean to “chase the feeling” & how do you know if you’ve taken it too far

4. Abdominoplasty/Tummy tuck truths

5. All about C-section scar tissue and its impacts

6. Gestational diabetes and Diastasis Recti - is there a link?

7. TVA: Are we too obsessed with this muscle?

8. What to expect when going to a Pelvic Health Physio 

 

Show Notes: 

For more of Antony, please visit instagram.com/physiodetective  on Instagram and www.antonylo.com on the Web

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S7 | E66 Debunking Breastfeeding Myths with Carrie Bruno

Description:  

Carrie Bruno, Registered Nurse and IBCLC lactation consultant, made it her life’s work to support families as they move through all of parenting’s challenges. She is empathetic to parent’s journeys with breastfeeding and evidence based so you will be getting the most up to date advice in this interview! Some of this new information may come as a surprise, so Carrie breaks it down and shares advice on how to navigate your breastfeeding journey. 

Carrie Shares:

1. New research and guidelines about breastfeeding from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine - hint, it’s probably not what we’ve been taught! 
2. New information on plugged ducts and mastitis and how to treat them
3. D-MER, breastfeeding anxiety, and postpartum mental health
4. When to start pumping, how much to feed, and how often 
5. How to avoid oversupply and undersupply - plus, how to know if your supply is “good” 
6. How formula can play in (and how that’s okay) 
7. Your experience will look different than what you see others doing, this is your journey!

Show Notes: 

For more of Carrie, please visit instagram.com/the.mama.coach  on Instagram and themamacoach.com on the Web

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S7 | E65 How to NOT Feel Triggered by Your Own Child with Cori Stern

Cori Stern is a Child Behaviour Expert, Learning Specialist & Entrepreneur at heart. She coaches parents through the ages and stages of development - bringing calm to the chaos in their homes and improving their relationship with their children. Cori coaches Nikki and Lexi through role plays and real-life scenarios to help all parents listening. Cori equips us with tools to help raise a cooperative, resilient, and well-balanced kiddo.

 

Cori Shares:

1. How Cori became passionate about cooperative/responsive parenting parenting
2. The hardest ages to parent, stages of parenting, and what it all means
3. Understand how kids are wired (empowerment, control, reasoning, etc.) 
4. How to keep your kids confidence while still correcting them
5. 3-step framework to make parenting easier
6. Examples of tough situations and how to handle them
7. Heal from feeling like you say “no” all-day
8. Mindshifts, managing triggers, making connections, and more

 

Show Notes: 

For more of Cori, please visit instagram.com/cori_stern  on Instagram and coristern.com on the Web

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