Checkable Health Podcast

#51: In part two of this eye-opening interview, doctors Tim and May Hindmarsh, the hosts of BS FREE MD podcast, give you a wide-ranging look behind the curtain of healthcare. These two Board Certified Family Practice physicians have led long, diverse careers in medicine and are ready to shine a light on patient care from the doc's office to the home. Whether you're a nursing mom, or simply searchi...

#50: Stock up and prepare your home's healthcare arsenal. Described as a "gas and brake" experience, this lively couple are both Board Certified Family Practice physicians who have led diverse careers in rural medicine. Their raw, real, and fun approach to life and family is what you need to find confidence in your home health care preparations.   Explore all their links here.   Follow Patty Post...

#49: With a background in neonatal ICU, guest Dr. Lilly Hubschman Shahar shares practical tips for new breastfeeding mothers. Lilly is passionate about holistic and equitable access to healthcare. Get her tips surrounding a preventive model of lactation care and save yourself the frustration.   Explore the Nest Collective website here.   Connect with Lilly on LinkedIn here.   Follow Patty Post on...

#48: In this eye-opening episode, host Patty and eating disorder specialist Ilona Phillips break down the challenging barriers around eating and body image concerns with your children. Ilona Phillips is the founder of Lotus Consulting. Her expert advice takes out the guesswork so you can start the conversation with your kids and empower their growth.     Explore Ilona's website here.     Explore L...

#47: They're on a mission to revolutionize menstrual health. Marlow, an organic period care company, believes every woman should have the resources and education to feel better while empowering their body. Two of the company's founders, Harit Sohal and Simone Godbout, share about their game-changing product and how it's solving the challenges spanning the cycle of womanhood.   Explore the Marlow w...

#46: Are you overlooking these hygiene habits with your family? In this fun and informational convo, Dr. Milca Mendez-Ceballos, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, and host Patty Post, discuss just how early you can start prioritizing your kids' oral health. Not only does she share best practices, but she also takes you on a journey of what inspired her unique career in the children's dentistry f...

#45: Did you know that your sleep needs are unique? Rebekka Wall specializes in adult and adolescent sleep behaviors, with a particular interest in helping women, especially  those with hormonal shifts such as pregnancy, post-partum, and pre/post menopausal.   Rebekka creates custom sleep plans for her clients. And she's sharing so many of her detailed sleep tips with us in this episode. One of th...

#44: If you're not producing enough breast milk, what's to blame? In part two of this interview, Patty and Jenn talk about how moms can help increase their breast milk supply. Hint… snacking is important, and so is avoiding aggressive amounts of exercise. The ladies also talk about breast engorgement and how you can use a cold compress to relieve that discomfort.   Listen to the end for Jenn's top...

#43: Jenn Boulay is known as The Lactation Expert on social media. She's a Certified Maternal Newborn Nurse teaching new mothers all of the things they need to know after giving birth. She even created an app called Latch'd that helps new moms prepare for breastfeeding.   In this episode Jenn explains cluster feeding, how to handle visitors when you need to feed your newborn, and how to handle bre...

#42: This will be one of the best conversations about hormones that you've ever heard. Dr. Nicole Lovat of Firefly Medical Group in Grand Forks, ND talks with CEO of Checkable Health, Patty Post about all of the most important hormone related topics today.   Nicole and Patty cover detailed and easy to understand information about both women's and men's hormones. Dr. Lovat helps us understand more...

Testing for strep throat is only the start for how Checkable is going to change the world. From UTI testing to breast milk nutrition strips, Checkable is revolutionizing the healthcare world one step at a time. Topics discussed in today's episode: All the newest products that are launching with Checkable Patty Post, CEO & Founder, discusses the why behind the products Check out our other podcasts...

Strep throat is one of the most common bacterial infections affecting children. While streptococcus infection generally goes away and is treatable, undiagnosed strep throat in children can lead to serious complications . On this edition of Checkable's podcast, Julie of Checkable welcomes guest Kendra Kudrna to discuss the importance of diagnosing strep, something Julie knows all too well. Kendra's...

If you are a parent of a teenage daughter (or son), then you don't want to miss this episode of Checkable's podcast. Our CEO and founder, Patty Post has a candid conversation with her teenage daughter Lily Post. Lily opens up and gives the inside scoop of what it's like being a teenager in the age of social media, how she views the world, and how she practices self-love in a digital era.  Lily dis...

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that 92% of all cosmetic procedures are performed on women, but women themselves are still facing a lot of barriers entering into the workforce once they finish their medical education. Patty Post of Checkable Health is welcoming guest Dr. Jennifer Levine on the show today to continue this series on plastic surgery and aesthetics. She's a double boa...

According to today's guest, "the caregiver's impression of their child can account for up to 50% of the diagnosis you're making." To ensure optimal treatment for your kiddos, having a physician 100% focused on children's health helps to develop mutual trust between the doctor and the patient and the doctor and the parent so that they value each other's opinions. On this episode of Checkable Health...

During pregnancy and labor, physicians help keep mom and baby physically healthy but often don't provide the emotional support women need pre and post-birth. That's where doulas come in. Doulas can be that extra support moms need, filling the gap to provide both parents with emotional, physical, and postpartum support. Join us on this episode of the Checkable Health Podcast as we welcome Amanda Pi...

Have you ever thought about getting plastic surgery because you feel it would boost your confidence or solve all your problems? Are you interested in plastic surgery but worried you'll be judged? You are not alone. Dr. Richard Brown, a double board-certified surgeon, author, and owner of Brown Plastic Surgery Clinic, joins Patty Post on this episode of Checkable Health's podcast to discuss the sti...

Adolescence should be a time of innocence, growth, learning, and discovering ourselves, our bodies, and our values. But the truth is that adolescence is hard, especially for teen girls going through changes from head to toe. Did you know that 1 in 8 girls from North Dakota attempt suicide? More than 50% have unhealthy body esteem, and 1 in 3 girls state their mental health is not good. These alarm...

During our pre-teen years, women are taught about menstruation, pregnancy, and their bodies, but what about life after having children? Many are in the dark when it comes to the changes they will experience during perimenopause and menopause, making it harder to address their symptoms and advocate for themselves. With all the knowledge out there today, even doctors aren't receiving enough educatio...

Every woman has or will go through menopause in their lives, so why is there such a gap in information and lack of education and products on the market that are clean and accessible to women? We don't have the answer to this question, but we do have a solution. On today's episode, we welcome our guest Sally Mueller, founder of Womaness from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Coming from a long and successful...

When you think of a pharmacist, the first thing that probably comes to mind is a person in a white coat behind the counter at a drugstore that prepares your medication for you. However, pharmacists do a lot more than that.  The amount of education and specialization pharmacists receive allows them to work as healthcare professionals in different settings and capacities. The rules of what pharmacis...

Have you ever gone to the doctor for joint pain or a headache, only to be sent home with a prescription that doesn't help you feel better? Or maybe a physician told you that your symptoms are in your head and to just wait for them to resolve on their own? Most of us have grown up to believe that when health issues occur, there's a pill for that. But extensive research has moved towards more holist...

Did you know that the opal stone is symbolic of health, healing and resiliency? That's how Tammy Lee, founder of Opal Cool and Onyx Cool, named her health and wellness brands that use plant-based cooling technology for a variety of ailments . Opal Cool focuses on women's issues in every stage of their life, from breastfeeding to menopause. Tammy is speaking with Patty Post of Checkable Health abou...

Addiction is a chronic disease whose sufferers have carried a heavy weight of shame and embarrassment. Still, the push for open discussion has caused a shift in how our society views addiction. For instance, we are now seeing that more and more restaurants and bars have mocktails on the menu, and businesses promote physical activities instead of happy hours. In North Dakota, there's been a lot of...

The disproportionate research on men's and women's sexual health is astounding, resulting in a lack of education during medical training. Typically, if one has a health issue, we turn to Google or WebMD to get answers — but we all know that leaves us with even more anxiety and confusion about our bodies.   On this episode of Checkable Health's Podcast, Dr. Lyndsey Harper , a Board-Certified Ob/Gyn...